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As with everything else in life, you get better at forex trading with practice. Fortunately, almost all of the major trading platforms offer a so-called practice platform that you can use to trade currency without spending any of your hard-earned money. Take advantage of that platform so that you don't burn cash while you're on a learning curve. When you make mistakes during your practice trading sessions (and you will), it's important that you learn from those mistakes so that you avoid making them again in the future. Practice trading won't do you any good if you're not benefiting from the experience. When you've completed your practice trading and have determined that you're ready for the real world, it's a good idea to start small. If you risk a significant amount of money on your first trade, you might find that fear of loss kicks in and your emotions take over. You might forget what you've learned in your practice trading and react impulsively. That's why it's best to invest small amounts at first and then increase the size of your positions over time. Record your successful and unsuccessful trades in a journal that you can review later. That way, you'll remember the lessons of the past. Arbitrage opportunities pop up and disappear many times every day so it's up to you as a trader to locate them and make your move. Looking for these opportunities manually is almost impossible; by the time you've calculated whether or not arbitrage exists, the moment is over. Luckily, many online trading platforms and other websites offer arbitrage calculators that can help you locate opportunities quickly enough to take advantage of them. Search online to find these tools. If you want to be a successful forex trader, you're going to need an understanding of basic economics. That's because macroeconomic conditions within a country will affect the value of that country's currency. Pay particular attention to economic indicators like the unemployment rate, inflation rate, gross domestic product, and the money supply. Even more important: pay attention to the trend in those indicators so you get an idea of where they're headed. If a country is about to enter an inflationary period, for example, then that means that the value of its currency is about to go down. You wouldn't want to buy that currency. Pay attention to countries with an economy that's sector-driven. For example, Canada's dollar tends to move in tandem with crude oil. If there's a rally in crude oil prices, it's likely that the Canadian dollar will also appreciate in value. So, if you think that oil will increase in value in the short-term, it might be a good idea to buy the Canadian dollar. Follow a country's trade surplus or deficit. If a country is running a healthy trade surplus, that means that buyers of its products will have to convert their currency into the nation's currency first. That's going to spur demand for the currency and cause it to appreciate in value. If you think a country's trade outlook is going to improve, it might be a good idea to buy that country's currency. There are a number of principles of sound forex trading mentioned in the previous step. However, the economic conditions that are described there don't exist in a bubble. You have to look at the complete economic picture before purchasing a country's currency. For example, a country could run a healthy trade surplus, which might cause its currency to appreciate. At the same time, that country could be a sector-driven nation with a currency that's tied to oil. If oil is dropping at the same time that its trade outlook is improving, its currency might not appreciate in value. Technical analysis is another way that you can make money in forex. If you examine the historical chart for a specific currency, you might notice certain patterns in that chart. Some of those patterns can offer predictions about where the currency is going. The head and shoulders pattern is an indication that the currency is about to break out of its price range. That's a technical indicator used by many forex traders. The triangle pattern is an indication that the high-low range of a currency is tightening. It's also a signal that the currency could break out, depending on the overall direction of the triangle. An engulfing pattern is noticeable on candlestick charts. That's when the range of one candle completely engulfs the range of the previous candle. In that case, the currency is likely to move in the direction of the engulfing candle. It's an excellent trading signal used by many forex investors. | Use a practice account. Start small. Keep a journal. Look for and take advantage of arbitrage opportunities. Become an economist. Remember the "all other things being equal" mantra. Learn to read charts like a pro. |
The plan should include an attendance policy with repercussions for missing practices. Include date, time, and place for each rehearsal. Your accompanist should be at all of your rehearsals. If your chorus is a cappella or if you are using pre-recorded accompanying music, you do not need an accompanist. When introducing new music, be sure to discuss in detail the musical piece you have chosen. Break each piece up into manageable sections. You do not need to work an entire piece in one rehearsal. Be consistent with the format of your rehearsals. Start with a warm-up, then move to the sections that are to be rehearsed. Be clear about your goals for each rehearsal. Working with individuals or small groups can be as important as rehearsing with the entire choir. Work with soloists to perfect each's part to make their performance more polished. During sectional rehearsals, split the choir into individual voice parts and rehearse each part separately. This way, more time may be devoted to ensuring that notes and rhythms are mastered. Reassemble the sections and soloists back together as an ensemble after you are satisfied with their work in sectionals. | Prepare a detailed rehearsal plan. Begin holding rehearsals. Hold sectional or solo rehearsals privately as needed. |
A magic ring or magic circle is a basic adjustable loop of yarn that will serve as the central starting point for your star. To create one, form a double loop of yarn around the index finger on your non-dominant hand. Using your dominant hand, insert the crochet hook under both loops on your index finger. Catch the working end of the yarn and pull it through to the front, going under the loop that's been formed by the tail end of your yarn. Once you’ve completed this motion, your crochet hook will be sandwiched between the working yarn (above) and the tail end (below). To create the first chain stitch, catch the working yarn with your hook and pull it through the single loop that's on your hook. Repeat this process 1 more time until you have 2 complete chain stitches. You may need to pinch the loop of yarn with your thumb so it stays securely on your index finger. Note that these stitches don't count as part of your first round of stitches, but serve as an important basis to start building your star around. To make a double crochet stitch around the magic ring, catch the yarn with the hook and push the hook back into the ring. Catch the yarn with the hook again and pull it back through the ring. You should now have 3 loops on your crochet hook. Catch the yarn with the hook once again and pull this yarn through the first 2 loops on the crochet hook. Now, you will have 2 loops left on your crochet hook. To finish the double crochet, catch the yarn 1 more time and pull it back through both loops on your hook. You should be left with a single loop on your hook after you’ve finished a double crochet stitch. You can slide the loop off of your index finger. Hold it in your non-dominant hand while you work the double crochet stitch. Continue adding double crochet stitches around the magic ring until you have 10 total. Go back and count to confirm that you have 10, since you’ll need exactly this many to make 5 star points. This completes your first round! When counting, don't include the first 2 chain stitches you created earlier. Pull the tail end to close up the hole of the magic ring. If you prefer that your star has a hole in the middle, leave the magic ring open slightly. To make the slip stitch, push the hook into the top of the second chain stitch you created at the beginning. Hook the yarn and pull it back through the top of the chain stitch. You will now have 2 loops left on your hook. Pull the outside loop through the inside loop so that you’re left with 1 loop on your hook. The central foundation of your crocheted star is now complete and you’re ready to start working star points around it! | Make a double loop around your finger to begin the magic ring. Pull 1 of these loops under the other with your crochet hook. With the loop still around your finger, crochet 2 chain stitches. Make 1 double crochet stitch to begin your first round. Complete the first round by adding 9 more double crochet stitches. Connect the circle of double crochet stitches with a slip stitch. |
511 is a free traffic information hotline program that has been adopted by around 35 states. If your state is one of them, you can call 511 from your phone to get traffic reports concerning your state and region. Find a full list of participating states here: https://www.dmv.org/travel/511.php. Don't dial 1 first or enter an area code. You should be connected promptly with an automated message that will guide you through a series of choices with voice-activated and touch-tone options. For instance, if you want to know the traffic conditions on I-90 West, say “90.” You may then be asked to choose either Westbound or Eastbound. You will most likely be asked to choose between a few different sections of the route you chose. Listen to the options and choose the one closest to where you will be driving. You should then get a full report of traffic current conditions for that area based on traffic cameras, pavement sensors, and patrol crews. The report should include any conditions that would affect traffic, such as accidents, road closures, or weather events. It may also list current travel times between common destinations. | Check to see if your state has a 511 service. Dial 511 on your phone. Say the number of the route you want to check on. Choose which area of the route you want information about. |
High eye pressure (medically known as ocular hypertension) is difficult to diagnose, as it does not show any visible symptoms such as redness or eye pain. A diagnosis cannot be made using visual examination alone, so you will need to have your eyes examined by an eye specialist. He will use a combination of methods to identify ocular hypertension. Tonometry. This procedure is used to measure intraocular pressure in the eyes and gauge whether the level of pressure is still within normal limits. The eye is numbed and then an orange dye is inserted to help the specialist identify the level of pressure. A machine is used to measure the pressure in the eye by applying pressure to the eye. However, it's important to take the corneal thickness into account as people with thicker corneas may show falsely higher measurements. A reading of 21mmHg or higher usually indicates the presence of ocular hypertension. It's rare for someone with a reading of 30 mmHg or less to have glaucoma. However, other conditions can affect this reading, such as head or eye injuries or a buildup of blood behind the cornea. Air puff. With this procedure, the patient is asked to look straight into an apparatus while the specialist shines a light into the eye. The apparatus then sends a quick puff of air directly into the eye. A special machine reads the pressure by assessing the changes in the light reflections upon the strike of air into the eye. Ocular hypertension is associated with increasing age along with other factors. Several factors may contribute to the development of ocular hypertension, including: Excessive aqueous production. Aqueous humor is a transparent liquid manufactured in the eye. It drains from the eye by means of the trabecular meshwork. If excessive aqueous humor is produced, the pressure in the eye increases. Inadequate aqueous drainage. Improper drainage of aqueous humor can lead to increased eye pressure. Certain medications. Certain drugs (such as steroids) can cause ocular hypertension, especially in people with pre-existing risk factors. Eye trauma. Any irritation or injury to the eye can affect the balance of aqueous production and drainage from the eye and may result in increased eye pressure. Other eye conditions. Ocular hypertension is usually linked with other eye ailments such as pseudo exfoliation syndrome, corneal arcus, and dispersion syndrome. Anyone can develop high eye pressure, but studies show that the following groups are at increased risk of developing the condition: African-Americans. Individuals over the age of 40. Persons with a family history of ocular hypertension and glaucoma. People with thinner central corneal thickness measurements. | See an eye specialist for a diagnosis. Discuss potential causes of the condition with your doctor. Identify your risk factors for ocular hypertension. |
The front desk of a hotel is called Reception, and this is where you will officially check-in. This can include your Driver License, Passport, and one or more credit cards. If you are staying abroad, the concierge will usually either copy the front page of your passport, or keep your passport for the duration of your stay. A print out of your reservation confirmation can be useful, particularly if you secured a special rate or promotion. If you do not have a reservation, be prepared to be turned away if the hotel has no vacancies. Ask the concierge for suggestions for alternate hotels. Most hotels will place a hold of the full amount of your stay plus a percentage as incidentals per day, so it's best to not give them your debit card. Make sure to note the location and time of breakfast, internet access and passwords, office work areas, lounges, bars, restaurants, gym and spa facilities and the like, to make your stay more comfortable. Reception and/or the concierge can provide you with a map and with recommendations about where to go and what to do nearby. Many keys are electronic today, but some hotels still have old-school metal keys, sometimes necessary to run the electricity of your room. Take note if you are expected to leave the key at the front desk, which can be standard procedure if there is only one. If the bellboy brings up your luggage, be sure to tip them for their trouble. Sometimes the journey involves a nice trolley and elevator; at others, the bellboy literally has to haul your luggage up numerous flights of stairs. Tip accordingly! Before you unpack and get comfortable, check and make sure that everything in your room is as promised, that it's stocked and that there are no foul odors or stains on the bed (bedbugs), etc. Check for cleanliness, sufficient bathroom linens and supplies. Check the closet for extra blankets and pillows. If you are displeased with your room's location, scent, or noise-level, politely request to be relocated. Hotels will often comply if possible. If they cannot place you in a similar room, ask if they will upgrade you to a nicer room or a room with a view. Relax and unpack, take a shower, and get ready for the next thing! | Go to reception. Have your identification, reservation confirmation, and form of payment (preferably a credit card with lots of room on it) at hand. Take note of hotel amenities. Ask questions. Get the key(s). Tip your bellboy. Inspect your room. Unpack and make yourself at home! |
As soon as you get out of the shower or bath, apply at least a light layer of moisturizer. This will help replace the natural oils that may have been removed by bathing and will also help lock in the moisture absorbed while you were in the water. If you do not have time to shower but you want to moisturize your legs, wrap them in a warm, wet cloth for 10 to 20 minutes. This will moisten your skin and open up your pores, so that the moisturizer can be properly absorbed. Lanolin is one of the few products which is known to produce lasting effects on the skin. It is a natural product made from a wax naturally produced by wool-producing animals like sheep, which is specifically designed to protect skin. Liberally coat your legs in lanolin cream, such as Bag Balm, every day for a week. Once this week has passed, you can move to coating with only a normal layer once every 3-4 days. You can also coat your legs at night and then wear some old pajamas over the top, letting the product sink in while you sleep. Baby oil, coconut oil, sesame seed oil, and almond oil all make great moisturizers. Any one of these can be really helpful for getting your skin back to normality. It's not always the best long-term solution, however. If you shave your legs, the oil can cause irritation and block the hair follicle, causing ingrown hairs. For this reason, you might not want to rely on oil all of the time, though applying the oil in the direction of your hair growth can help. However, for just helping your skin heal while you work on changes to your routine or for protecting your skin during the coldest days of winter, oil is great. Many other moisturizers do very, very little for your skin. Many are just a layer of goo that basically just sits on top of your skin. Look for the known ingredients which help skin, humectants and emollients, and pass on all those other creams because they're just a waste of money. You want products that contain ingredients like lactic acid, Propylene glycol, and urea. One ingredient you'll really want to avoid is fragrance. Lots of fragrance chemicals are irritating to skin, so you should avoid them. | Apply moisturizer right out of the shower. Try to use lanolin-based creams. Use oils. Avoid most other moisturizers. |
A walk-in cooling unit is a cold storage room designed to maintain the standard refrigeration temperature of 28 to 40 degrees (-2 to 4 ℃). Although some small food service operations may not require a walk-in cooler, the majority of commercial operations will. Walk-in coolers can be custom built to fit any location. Speak to several HVAC contractors and refrigeration specialists to get the best bid. Commercial kitchen operations typically require freezer space. Commercial freezer units are usually categorized by the number of doors. Purchase a single, double or triple-door freezer, depending on the size and scope of your food service operation. Adequate refrigeration is a necessity in the commercial kitchen. Food service workers need to keep prepared foods cool prior to preparation and service. A refrigerated line station will be required for the majority of commercial operations. | Purchase and install a walk-in cooling unit. Purchase an industrial freezer. Purchase a refrigerated line station and supplemental refrigeration units. |
While marching in formation, it is important that you maintain the proper distance from the person marching in front of you. This is to ensure that everyone in formation keeps step and does not bump into anyone else. The proper distance between individuals while marching is one arm's length plus an additional six inches (approximately 36 to 40 inches total). Squads typically form in a linear formation. A squad may re-form in a column if each member in formation can identify his precise position, but this usually only occurs when equipment from each individual is left on the ground where he was in formation. The squad leader will stand in the Position of Attention and issue the command "Fall In." On the command "Fall In," you must double time to your position in the formation and follow the lead of the right flank man. Stand in the Position of Attention, turn your head and eyes to the right, and raise your left arm the way your right flank man is standing. Keep your left arm raised to shoulder level with the elbow locked, fingers and thumb extended and joined, and your palm facing down. Take short steps either forward or backward to be in line with your right flank man. Take short steps either left or right so that your shoulder is touching the fingertips of the individual to your right. Once you are in place (called "Normal Interval"), lower your arm to your side, turn your head and eyes to face forward, and resume the Position of Attention. When marching over short distances, you and your squad may be marched in a line formation moving forward. If marching over a longer distance, you and your squad may be marched in a column formation. If you are expected to form a column from a line formation, you will be given the command "Right, FACE." If you are in a column moving a short distance, you may be commanded to march to the flank. The command you will receive is "Right (or Left) Flank, MARCH." On the command of Right or Left Flank, the foot that is striking the ground is the direction you're expected to march towards. On the "MARCH" command, take one more step, pivot 90 degrees on the ball of your lead foot to face the desired direction, and step off with the trailing foot toward the new direction. As you begin marching in the new direction with your squad, glance out of the corner of your right eye and dress to the right to ensure you are properly in formation. Being dismissed from the squad releases you from the formation, but not from your duty day (unless otherwise instructed before the command "DISMISSED"). You will be dismissed at Attention. If you are marching with arms, you will be given one of the following commands before being dismissed: Inspection, ARMS Ready, Port, ARMS Order (Sling), ARMS Any of these may be followed by the command, "DISMISSED." | Maintain proper distance. Form a squad. March with the squad. Follow a march to the flank. Get dismissed from the squad. |
" If you're a woman or girl, the way you say "I love you" is very similar to (but not exactly the same as) the way a boy or man says it. Use the feminine verb "karthee" rather than the masculine one "kartha." Other than this change, the rest of the phrase is the same. Because the masculine and feminine phrases for "I love you" are so similar, you can use the pronunciation guide above to help you for every word except "karthee." Here, you'll want to use the same soft "th" sound as above, but, obviously, you'll follow it with an "ee" sound, rather than an "ah" sound. " Again, if you've said the phrase above correctly and your significant other feels the same way about you as you do about him, you'll probably hear something like this back. As in the section above, this phrase mean "I love you too" — it's just using the masculine verb "kartha" rather than "karthee." | Say "Main tumse pyar karthee hoon. Practice your pronunciation. Listen for "Mai bhee aap se pyaar kartha hoon. |
This is of vital importance in creating quality nail art that will last. Besides allowing the initial layers of paint to fully dry, as you add nail art, each additional element needs to dry. For example, if you are painting flowers on your fingers with multicolored petals, allow each color to fully dry before adding the next. This will prevent the paint from running or smudging so that your nail art lasts for a long time. Taking the time to allow paint to fully dry each time you use a new polish is one of the most important things you can do to make long-lasting nail art. If your design is the same on each nail, it is best to apply one part of the design to each nail and then do the next part of the design on each nail, as opposed to fully painting one nail at a time. This ensures adequate time to allow each element to dry before adding the next part. A top coat adds great protection to your nail art. Consider adding two thin coats of top coat to your finished nail art for extra protection, letting it dry in between coats. Be sure to let your top coat fully dry before you do anything else. Top coat acts as a sealant for the polish, protects it from chipping and fading, and gives it a nice sheen. Use a quick drying top coat. This is excellent for when you don't want to wait 20 minutes for your nails to completely dry on their own. Since the top coat isn't directly touching your nails, but rather is touching the other paint, you don't need to worry about it drying out your nails. It will protect your nails and speed along the process to avoid smudging. Avoid using base coat as a top coat. Base coat is tacky for the purpose of adhesion and could harm your nail art rather than protect it. It is also pliable which makes it prone to indentations, which would distort your nail art. Top coat, on the other hand, creates a hard outer cover of protection. Consider applying an additional top coat every few days. This will help your nails to look freshly polished and stay nick free. This is the only way to allow your hands to dry without damaging your nail art. To fully allow nail polish to dry, wait at least a half hour before using your hands. It is tempting to check your phone or write a quick note, but forgoing these tasks for a half hour will ensure that no harm comes to your nail art. Play some music or turn the TV on before painting your nails so you'll have something to listen to or watch as your nails dry. This will help your nail art dry effectively and efficiently by helping them to set. Hold your nails in front of a fan for 5-10 minutes. Just don't use too high of a setting or it could cause your nail polish to ripple. These work by absorbing solvents in the polish to speed up the drying process. Simply apply a few drops or lightly mist your spray on each finger, and your nails will dry about 10-15 minutes faster. To use this method, fill a bowl with cold water and several ice cubes. Place your partially dry nails in ice water for about a minute. This will harden and dry your nails much faster than letting them air dry. Just make sure you don't hit your nail on the ice, which can mess up your nail art. Also make sure your nails are at least partially dry before submerging them so that the polish doesn't run. Alternately, you could even stick your hands in the freezer for a few minutes. The cold air will help the polish to set and the circulating air will help the solvent to evaporate. For several hours after your manicure, try to keep your hands out of hot water. You might normally wash your hands under hot water without even questioning it. But hot water will fade the color and weaken the layers of your polish. Be mindful of the temperature of water while washing your hair or hands. Wear gloves when you wash the dishes. | Let your paint fully dry. Apply a top coat when your nail art is fully dry. Avoid using your hands. Place your nails in front of a fan. Use drying drops or sprays. Submerge your nails in ice water. Avoid hot water. |
In research studies, results of caffeine as a medication for ADHD have not provided as consistent results as prescribed medications. At times, using caffeine had the same effect as no medication or treatment at all. Though caffeine greatly reduced hyperactive behavior in children when administered prior to academic testing, the change in behavior was not without side effects. Restlessness, heart palpitations, insomnia, irritability and increased anxiety are a few. Studies of long term use of caffeine show that it is quite addictive. People who are ADHD and use caffeine as a treatment risk becoming addicted. In the event one decides to reduce intake or stop using caffeine, there are risks. Headaches are one of the withdrawal symptoms. However, those who intake a lot of caffeine run the risk of having the shakes and the increased possibility of a heart attack. Remember that large amounts of caffeine have been proven to be ineffective. Limited quantities (between 200 and 300 mg) work best at helping you to manage ADHD. | Expect inconsistent results. Prepare for side effects. Risk addiction. |
RTMP (Real Time Messaging Protocol) is a method of streaming video online that is much more difficult to download than a standard YouTube video. If you find a video online that KeepVid or DownloadHelper cannot access, chances are it is an RTMP stream. You will need special software to download these videos. Orbit Downloader and Replay Media Catcher are two of the more popular programs for capturing RTMP streams. Unfortunately, neither of them are free, but both offer trial versions. Orbit Downloader will only download the first 50% of a movie in the trial version, and Replay Media Catcher downloads very slowly in the trial version. These programs need to be running before you navigate to the video you want to download. Keep the program's window open, and then open a browser. Navigate to the video that you want to stream, and start the video. The video file should appear in the download program, and begin downloading automatically. | Install a media downloading program. Run the program. |
Play the table minimum when you’re new at a game. This amount will typically be about $5 and is a good place to start while you’re getting comfortable learning the rules. Once you understand a game better, you can start increasing your bets to $10 and $20. The reason you lose so much money playing slots is because you can play them so quickly. Table games take more time, thus any money you lose will be lost more slowly. Even a nickel slot machine loses you about twice as much per hour as a $5 table game. So take a seat at a blackjack table, order a drink, and enjoy the slower pace. You can opt to sit out every other round to draw out your money as long as possible. Try using a system in which you change your next bet depending on how your previous bet worked out. For instance, increase your bet by 50% every time you win. Betting systems are meant to increase your chances of winning in the short term, but can not improve your odds long term. Another strategy is to double your bet each time you lose. Also, you can try betting a quarter or one half of your remaining chips each time you place a bet. Since no betting system can eliminate the house edge, temporary gains will always be balanced out with big losses eventually. Limit your usage of betting systems to a few rounds and walk away while you're ahead. | Start with a small bet. Play table games at a relaxed pace. Use a betting system. Use betting systems only for a few rounds. |
If you'd rather not make things from scratch and choose to use brownie mix instead, place 1/2 cup of mix to a 1/4 cup of water into the cup and microwave the mix for 1 minute. Eggs provide a richer, thicker consistency, much more like a traditional brownie. To make sure it is cooked all the way, it is best to beat it before adding to the brownie mixture. Mix it in with the wet ingredients before combining with the dry. If you like your brownies moist and gooey, add at least 30 seconds to your planned cooking time to ensure the egg cooks. You just want the finished brownie to be firm. This generally keeps the brownie a little wetter. Classic white sugar, however, may make the brownie rise a little higher. A little dash of cinnamon goes great with chocolate. You can go even further with a quick dash of nutmeg, allspice, and or ground cloves for a winter spiced brownie. Even pumpkin spice mix can be delicious. You only need, however, a tiny bit of spice -- under a half teaspoon. It will go a long way. A few well-placed chocolate chips will melt partially while cooking. Use whatever chips you want -- dark, milk, white, etc. -- and simply fold them in after you've stirred up all the other ingredients. You'll only need a 1/4 cup or less. Toss them in after you've mixed up all the other ingredients and give them a quick stir to mix them in. Looking for a little kick? A quick dash of instant coffee will add a ton of flavor and touch of caffeine to get you going. Looking for even more coffee flavor? Use pre-brewed coffee instead of water in the batter. | Make things easy on yourself. Whip in one egg for a richer brownie. Substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar to get a moister brownie. Add a pinch of spice. Toss in some chocolate chips before cooking for gooey chocolate chunks. Try out a handful of chopped nuts. Add a teaspoon of instant coffee for a Mocha Mug Brownie. |
Roll your shoulders back and forward to loosen them. Tilt your head from one side to the other to relax your neck. Take deep, calming breaths, and try to visualize something that makes you happy, like a memory of goofing off with your friends. Making sure your upper body is loose will avoid the stiff, robot-look of some fake smiles. Select a small and specific point in the area as your focal point. This will make sure that your gaze is steady and confident, instead of wandering vaguely in all directions. Your focal point should be about eye-level. At the photo-shoot, your photographer may request that you look directly into the camera, or somewhere in the distance. If you're supposed to look in the distance, it's especially important to have a specific focal point, so your eyes don't glaze over. Laughing loosens up your whole body, makes you happy, and will make your smize look way more genuine. Think of something silly or ask the photographer to tell a joke. If that doesn't work, force a fake laugh. Even fake laughing can loosen up your face and make you relaxed and smiley. A true, genuine smile doesn't stop at the mouth. It also causes your eyes to crinkle up. For a smize, you're trying to do a pretty tricky task--making a fake smile for a photoshoot look really genuine. Get the eye crinkle down by doing it again and again until you can crinkle your eyes with your mouth hardly moving. Try to squint mostly from the bottom of your eye, tightening the lower lid. Look into a mirror to help you practice. Go for some light eyeliner by your upper lashes. If your eyeliner makes too harsh a line, take some matte dark eyeshadow and brush it close to the lash line instead. If you want to step it up a little, curl your eyelashes and apply a bit of mascara. Avoid really dark or dramatic eyeshadow, because that can take the focus away from your cute smile crinkles and make your smize look more like a glare. | Loosen your shoulders and relax. Pick a focal point. Laugh a little. Practice squinting your eyes without moving your mouth. Apply light eye-make up, if you want to. |
As soon as your dog is showing signs of a roundworm infestation, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. A potbellied appearance will be the most obvious sign of roundworms, so schedule the appointment when you see the potbelly. Your veterinarian will be able to confirm the diagnosis. If your dog defecates outside of your veterinarian's office, pick up and discard the feces immediately to prevent infecting other dogs. Your veterinarian will be able to definitively diagnose a roundworm infection by examining your dog's feces under a microscope. If you were not able to collect a fecal sample at home, your veterinarian will take a sample during the appointment. Since a single adult worm can produce up to 85,000 eggs per day, a small sample of fecal material should be sufficient to identify roundworms microscopically. Your veterinarian will prepare a fecal solution (also called a ‘fecal flotation’) that will make it easier to detect the roundworm eggs. Under the microscope, roundworm eggs will be large and stout looking. Roundworm eggs have a very characteristic appearance, so it is unlikely to mistake them for another type of worm egg. Although fecal examinations are the primary way to detect roundworms, they are not foolproof. A dog with a roundworm infection does not continuously shed roundworm eggs, so a single fecal sample may not contain any eggs. In addition, if the sample has only a small number eggs, those eggs may not be detectable. Even if no eggs are detected, your veterinarian may still diagnose a roundworm infection, especially if your dog is a puppy and is showing other clinical signs of infection. | Take your dog to your veterinarian. Bring a sample of your dog’s feces. Allow your veterinarian to examine the fecal sample. Learn about the limitations of fecal examinations. |
Hedgehogs have a strong sense of smell. Your hedgehog must be able to smell you and associate your scent with safety. This will help him become more outgoing and comfortable with you handling him. Place a t-shirt that you have worn for the whole day in your hedgehog's cage. Do not wash the shirt before you place it in the cage. The shirt should not have any loose threads. Your hedgehog will use your shirt as a blanket. Sleep with a fleece that is the size of your hedgehog's sleeping area for 2 or 3 nights. Once the fleece has your smell, place it in your hedgehog's sleeping area. If your hedgehog uses a sleeping bag, you can sleep with the sleeping bag for a few nights before you allow your hedgehog to use it. A baby receiving blanket can be used as well. Fleece and vellux fabrics are preferred because you do not have to worry about fraying or loose threads. Any time you use a new lotion, perfume, or soap, you are introducing a new smell. Your hedgehog may be confused and not recognize you. Try to be consistent with the scents that you wear. If your hedgehog likes a new scent, he may begin to anoint (i.e. froth from the mouth and spread the foam on his quills). Your hedgehog may also react to a strong scent by becoming irritated. | Place your t-shirt in his cage. Sleep with a fleece. Be careful with new scents. |
Word(s), graphic(s), and paragraph(s) can be deleted and "Undo" can be used to put them back in your document. Type the three paragraphs below. This is the first paragraph. This is the second paragraph. This is the third paragraph. | Undo entries(delete them)in the reverse order in which the entries were made. |
Although it's easy to associate babysitting as a job for thirteen year old girls, it is actually a fast and easy way to make money. Sitting doesn't stop at children though, and can expand to include houses, pets, and gardens as well. Advertise your sitting services at nearby bulletin boards and around your neighborhood to increase the likelihood of getting hired. Pet sitting or dog walking is a great way to earn money if you’re an animal-lover. When your friends, family, or neighbors head out on vacation, offer to take care of their pets for a low fee. This will help them out, and give you an easy opportunity to earn cash doing something you love. House sitting is possibly the best of the “sitting” types of jobs. You get paid to stay in someone's home and make sure there are no break-ins or accidents during a family's time away on vacation or business. Although you may only have to make daily check-ins, this is an exceedingly easy way to earn a lot of money. Everyone has small tasks that they need done, whether it be cleaning the gutters, detailing their car, or deep-cleaning the house, there are plenty of tasks and chores to do. Advertise your services to friends and family who would be willing to have you do their least favorite chores at a small rate. A mystery shopper is a person who is paid to secretly visit stores and restaurants and report back about the visit in an online survey afterwards. You get paid about $10 on average per store, for a brief 10-15 minute run-in. The Mystery Shoppers Providers Association regulates the third parties that are hired, so visiting their site can give you access to some safe mystery shopper programs. If you are required to purchase something - food or clothing typically - you will be reimbursed for that item after completing the online survey. Do you love sports? Then read up on your favorite game's rules and get paid to ref! For around $15 per hour-long game, you will get a little bit of extra cash for participating in your favorite sports. Make sure you are clear on the rules though, as you may have to deal with unhappy players if you make a bad call by accident. Businesses often need temporary employees, so offer your services up to a temp agency. Although this might not be the quickest way to earn cash, the jobs are easy because you won't have time to be trained in elaborate tasks. Become a virtual assistant. If you have administrative experience and would like an opportunity to work from home, look into virtual assisting jobs at a site like virtualAssistants.com or TaskRabbit.com. It may take about a week to be processed, but the work is extremely convenient for stay-at-home parents or for filling in the gaps of a part-time schedule. Get a seasonal job. Many businesses and stores get extra busy at certain times of the year depending on the services they provide. Get a job that lasts a few weeks or months for a local store or office that has a busy season coming up. Many businesses need people for short periods to advertise or work for special conventions. You may be paid to stand on the street holding a sign, or to give out free samples of certain products at the mall. Typically the wages are hourly and are on a very short-term basis of a few days or weeks. This is an online job where you are assigned a simple task which is difficult for a computer to manage. These are mundane, repetitive, but incredibly basic jobs that you work at will. Typically payment is in cents per job, so although the tasks are easy you have to put in a lot of time to make much money. Amazon offers a mechanical turk program that deposits straight into your Amazon account, but can be withdrawn as cash after you reach the $10 mark. You get to choose which job you want to do from a list of needs, but keep in mind that these jobs can be very boring. Have perseverance and you can make a bit of money in a week of work! Although this job is best for early birds, if you are willing to wake up in the wee hours of the morn, you can make up to $10,000 a year just delivering newspapers! The best part is, because of the hours you don't have to worry about your paper route conflicting with your regular work or school schedule. | Try “sitting” for your neighbors. Do odds and ends jobs. Become a mystery shopper. Get a job as an umpire or referee. Get a job as a temp worker. Work for special events. Try a mechanical turk program. Get a newspaper route. |
Brake pads and brake shoes are different from one another. The brake pad is built for disc brakes found on most front axles of cars and trucks. Brake shoes, on the other hand, are built for drum brakes which are often found on the back axles of cars and trucks. The reason behind these two different designs can be found by examining the braking sequence: When you actuate the brakes of your vehicle, the disc brake pads or brake shoes have to slow down the brake rotors or drums mounted between tire rims and the suspension. The friction of the disc pads squeezing the rotors or pushing the brake shoes outward on the drums in order to slow the vehicle down causes the disk pads or shoes to get really hot. On long downhill runs, there is a lot more stress placed on the front brakes (and therefore the front brake pads) than on the back brakes. For this reason, a superior braking method is required for the front brakes in order to handle this extra stress. As mentioned above, the disc brakes located at the front of the vehicle are required to handle more stress than the drum brakes at the rear of the vehicle. As a result, they need to be of a higher quality. Disc brakes were developed by race car and aircraft designers who wanted to find the best way of slowing down the machine without burning up the brake shoes. They were later introduced to the front axles of commercial vehicles in order to reduce the wear-and-tear on the front brakes. The rear axle, on the other hand, doesn't have nearly as much force on it during braking, and since brake drums are cheaper and easier to manufacture, these are the more common form of brakes on the rear of most passenger cars and trucks. However, more modern performance cars and heavy duty trucks usually have disc brakes on both axles (front and rear) because of their superior braking capacity. Disc brakes handle heat a bit better than drum brakes too, which means they still work well when they’re hot. Any braking system can develop fading from heat or water but disc brakes recover from those two issues quicker than drum brakes. | Learn the difference between brake pads and brake shoes. Understand why disc brakes are superior to drum brakes. |
Try to make your jawline feature more prominently than your neck by using a powder that is a shade darker than your skin tone. The powder should be blended in from ear to ear and into the neck area. Draw attention away from the neck area with colorful blush and interesting eye makeup.If you can't get it right yourself, see a makeup artist to show you how to do this. Wearing eyeliner and mascara makes the eyes look larger and draws attention away from the chin. Minimize attention to your lower face by wearing neutral lipstick shades. Don't have a haircut that rests right at the level of your chin, or very long hair, because both styles will draw more attention to your chin. A medium cut just below the chin is your best bet. Here are a few options: Go for a long bob. This classic cut looks great on people with larger chins. It should stop an inch or two below your chin line. Get an angled haircut. Have the longer hair in front, shorter hair in the back. The longer hair in front reduces the size of and draws less attention to the chin. Try layered waves. A full hairstyle balances the face and draws attention away from the chin. If you're a guy, having the right facial hair can go a long way toward making your chin look smaller. Grow out your beard all the way to your neck. Keep it groomed neatly, but allow it to be thick. This will even things out in your chin and neck area. They are tight on the neck, emphasizing the double chin and possibly leaving red marks. If you still want this look, there are necklaces that have a similar design to dog collars, but hang like regular necklaces. Are the clothes you're wearing making your chin look larger? Wear a broad, open neckline to draw attention away from the chin. Avoid high-necked shirts and blouses, including turtlenecks and tops with fancy detailing. How do you stand? If you are slumping, you will be creating unnecessary lumps and bumps on your body, including around your chin area because the fat seeks infirm areas to settle in. Stand up tall, put your head up, shoulders back and uncurve that spine. See a professional physiotherapist who can recommend simple but effective exercises to improve your posture. Keep active. | Use makeup to strategically cover it up. Change your hairstyle. Grow a beard. Don't wear choker necklaces. Consider your clothes. Check your posture. |
Place the duct cap in the hole and push it all the way in to see if the duct will be long enough to reach through to the vent hole on the other side. If it is not long enough, you'll need to purchase a duct extension, which can be attached to the cap with sheet metal screws and duct tape. By the same token, if the duct is too long, trim the excess ductwork using metal shears. Remove the duct cap and apply caulk to the area around the hole where the edge (flange) of the vent cap will rest against the wall. This creates a better seal. Press the cap firmly into place and attach it by driving screws into the exterior of the house. Apply caulk generously around the cap's flange to fully seal it. | Push the cap in. Caulk around the hole. Install the duct cap. Caulk the around the cap. |
Unfortunately, Sony doesn't allow you to connect your Bluetooth speaker to your PS4 via Bluetooth, but you can use a 3.5 millimeter audio cable (also known as an auxiliary cable) to hard-wire your speaker. Short of buying a Bluetooth transmitter which may or may not by supported by your PS4, there is no way to connect your Bluetooth (wireless) speaker to your PS4 without a cable. Virtually all Bluetooth speakers have a headphone jack somewhere on them for manual access. If for some reason your speaker doesn't have an audio jack (or the audio jack is broken), you can't use it with your PS4. Plug one end of the 3.5 millimeter cable into the headphone jack on the back of your PS4 controller, then plug the other end into the "Audio In" (or "Line In", or similar) jack on the back of your Bluetooth speaker. Press the PS button on your synced PS4 controller to turn on the PS4, then select your profile and press X. Scroll up to the menu bar, then scroll right to select the briefcase-shaped Settings icon and press X. It's about halfway down the Settings page. You'll find this option near the top of the Devices page. This is near the top of the Audio Devices page. You'll find it on the right side of the screen. Depending on your other PS4 settings, this option may already be selected. It's near the bottom of the screen. This option is on the far-right side of the screen. Doing so ensures that all audio from your PS4 will be output through your controller, meaning that it should go through the connected speaker. Press your wireless speaker's "Power" button. At this point, you should hear audio coming from the speaker when you flip through PS4 menus or the music plays. Disconnecting your speaker's cable from your controller will usually shift the audio usage back to your PS4's main speakers (e.g., the TV speakers). | Buy an auxiliary cable. Attach the speaker to your PS4 controller. Turn on and sign into your PS4. Open Settings. Scroll down and select Devices. Select Audio Devices. Select Output Device. Select Headset Connected to Controller. Select Output to Headphones. Select All Audio. Turn on your speaker. |
Stressful situations release hormones and endorphins in the bloodstream, which, in turn, deposit toxins in the liver and slow it down. Eliminate stress in any areas of your life that you can. Consider anti-stress activities like yoga and meditation. When you expose yourself to chemicals, your liver has to work overtime to keep you healthy. Reduce the number of chemicals you are exposed to by using cleaning products made from natural ingredients. Also helps to use organic and natural products for you own personal hygiene. The more toxins in the air, the more toxins your liver has to remove from your body. Air purifiers are particularly good investments if you live in the city or near a highway, as cars deposit many toxins into the air. Exercise helps you maintain a healthy body weight, which in turn lowers your risk of fatty liver disease. Exercise also improves the function of liver enzymes. However, excessive weight training is connected with elevated liver enzymes, which is why you should stop exercising 48 hours prior to a liver function test. | De-stress your life. Use natural house cleaning products. Consider using an air purifier in your home. Exercise as much as possible. |
Your resume and cover letter are the first glimpses a potential employer is going to see of you. Spend time articulating your skill set and work experience to show that you’re right for the job. Once you’re done, be sure to proofread your resume and cover letter so that there aren't any mistakes. Doing research about the company beforehand allows you to go into the interview prepared to have a real discussion about the job. Go to the company's website and read about the projects they’ve been working on or the programs that they use. If the company has social media, look at their account to read any updates they’ve posted. Look online to find interview questions you could be asked. Practice your responses with a friend, or record yourself answering them to see if you can improve. Potential questions could be “How do you define big data?” or “Talk about problems data analysts sometimes run into during analysis." Depending on the job, you may be asked to demonstrate your technical abilities. Find out what types of programs the company uses before the interview and be prepared to show that you’re able to use these programs in depth. Technical skills may include knowing how to code, program, or analyze data using different resources. At the end of the interview, ask the interviewer questions such as “What types of projects will I typically be assigned to?" or "What program do you prefer be used for data visualization?“ Asking questions shows that you’re interested in the job and can make you a more memorable candidate. | Write a professional resume and cover letter. Research the company before the interview. Practice answering potential questions. Prepare to show your technical skills. Think of questions you have for the interviewer. |
Using multiple senses can help you retain more information, so even just saying the words out loud and then hearing them can be helpful. Don't worry about looking foolish reading your biology notes to your dog. You’ll be happy if it helps you ace your next exam. If you’re in the library or somewhere else you can't speak aloud, try mouthing the information. Similar to reading your notes out loud, talking about what you are learning can also help you retain the information better. You can either study with a friend and quiz each other, or you can try to teach the material to a parent or younger sibling. Using your brain to figure out a way to teach the material to someone else causes you to think about the material more in-depth and analytically. You will be able to figure out which materials you need to further study if you have a difficult time teaching the concept to someone else. Putting pen to paper and either taking notes on what you’ve read or simply re-writing over and over a formula or concept you’re trying to master can really help. It can also be helpful to write out an outline of the materials you are trying to learn. Just the process of organizing the materials in a visual manner can help your brain recall the information in an organized manner. You can also write out flashcards with important facts, dates, or formulas on them. This is doubly helpful, since the act of writing will help you remember, and the flashcards are a portable tool you can review while riding on a bus or waiting for an appointment. If you’re reading, summarize each paragraph in the margins. You are in effect teaching it to yourself when you summarize and analyze it. If you can locate a practice exam or one used in the past, this can be a good tool for figuring out what you have mastered and which topics you still need to study. Once you finish the practice test, research the material you did not know and try another test again in a few days. Remember not to limit your studies to only those items found on the practice exam. Odds are, your test will include all of the information you’ve been assigned to study, not just questions you found on a previous or practice test. | Read your materials out loud. Discuss what you are learning or teach someone else. Write out what you have to memorize. Take a practice test. |
Each iPad has a couple of different variations, typically comprising a Wi-Fi-only version as well as a version that supports both Wi-Fi and cellular data. This is why one iPad type (e.g., an iPad Mini) can have several different model numbers applied to it. Your iPad's type (according to the model number) does not change the device's physical dimensions (e.g., an iPad Air with cellular is the same size as an equivalent iPad air with Wi-Fi only). The model number is located at the bottom of the back of the iPad's housing, so anything covering this area must be removed. At the very bottom of the iPad's back, you should see a few lines of text; the model number is on the far-right side of the top line of text, right next to "Model". Your model number will be in A1234 format. As of April 2017, all current iPads and their corresponding model numbers are as follows: iPad Pro 9.7-inch - A1673 (Wi-Fi only); A1674 or A1675 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad Pro 12.9-inch - A1584 (Wi-Fi only); A1652 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad Air 2 - A1566 (Wi-Fi only); A1567 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad Air - A1474 (Wi-Fi only); A1475 (Wi-Fi and general cellular); A1476 (Wi-Fi and TD/LTE cellular). iPad mini 4 - A1538 (Wi-Fi only); A1550 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad mini 3 - A1599 (Wi-Fi only); A1600 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad mini 2 - A1489 (Wi-Fi only); A1490 (Wi-Fi and general cellular); A1491 (Wi-Fi and TD/LTE cellular). iPad mini - A1432 (Wi-Fi only); A1454 (Wi-Fi and general cellular); A1455 (Wi-Fi and MM cellular). iPad Generation 5 - A1822 (Wi-Fi only); A1823 (Wi-Fi and cellular). iPad Generation 4 - A1458 (Wi-Fi only); A1459 (Wi-Fi and general cellular); A1460 (Wi-Fi and MM cellular). iPad Generation 3 - A1416 (Wi-Fi only); A1430 (Wi-Fi and general cellular); A1403 (Wi-Fi and VZ cellular). iPad Generation 2 - A1395 (Wi-Fi only); A1396 (GSM cellular); A1397 (CDMA cellular). Original iPad - A1219 (Wi-Fi only); A1337 (Wi-Fi and 3G cellular). For example, if you're buying a specific charger or a case for your iPad, knowing the model number will help you determine the size or type of the item. | Understand how model number variations work. Remove your iPad's case if it has one. Locate the model number. Match your iPad's model number to the appropriate model. Use your iPad's model number to inform hardware decisions. |
Simply pull down on the clasp so it moves closer to the back of the bra and then pull up the extra strap that will hang loose to straighten out the straps. Pull down both clasps to an equal length. If they're too tight, then you'll feel constricted near the straps and may even feel them digging into the skin of your shoulders. The clasps are the plastic things on the back of the bra—each strap will have one. Pull up the clasp from the bottom, moving it up, toward the front of your bra. You'll need to pull down on the straps while moving up the clasps. If the straps are too loose, they can fall down off your shoulders all the way to your elbows. Sometimes the bra doesn't feel comfortable because the hooks are too loose or tight. To make it tighter, hook the bra on the eyes which are further in. To make it looser, adjust the hooks to the farthest out eyes. If you can comfortably wear a new bra on the tightest hooks, consider going down a band size. You should wear new bras on the loosest hooks except when pregnant. Once you've put on the bra and adjusted the straps, gently pull at the straps and the sides and back of the bra to make sure that it fits comfortably. After this, you can begin to make sure that your breasts fill the cups, which is the trickiest part of putting on a bra. Check the straps and band of the bra to make sure that nothing is twisted. The cup size may be too large if your breasts don't come close to filling the cup. The cup size may be too small if your breasts overfill the cup. | Make the straps looser if they’re too tight. Make the straps tighter if they’re too loose. Make the hooks tighter or looser depending on how the band feels. Feel the bra to make sure it's positioned correctly. |
Some people are better at reading maps than others, and these people tend to also do better when given directions that are the verbal equivalent of looking at a map — called “survey perspective.” These are the kind of people who are good at “getting their bearings” and telling which way north is without a compass, and have a good “feel” for estimating that they just drove for two miles. In this case, your directions will sound like the following: “Drive north on Hamilton for a little over 3 miles (4.8 km), then head east on Church Street…” Include units of distance in every step of your directions. For example, specify how many miles or kilometers the person will stay on a specific road before turning or getting to their destination. City blocks and highway exits are also an acceptable unit of distance to use, even though the exact distance between them varies: “Go two blocks north, then get on the freeway and head west to the fourth exit…” A rough estimate is better than not giving any sense of the distance from one point to another. While it's always a good idea to mention whether something is on the right or left, you should also provide cardinal directions (north, south, east, and west) when you explain a route to someone in survey perspective. And even people who do better with route perspective (following landmarks) often have a vehicle or smartphone equipped with a digital compass, and many road signs (like U.S. interstates) indicate a cardinal direction. So: “Turn right at the the light onto 5th street and go south for half a mile, then merge onto route 35 South…” If you’re having trouble verbally communicating directions to someone who understands directions better in map format, just sketch out the route for them. A map will allow the person to visualize where they’re going. You’ll also be able to include details, such as the location of landmarks, on your map. In addition, the map will give the person something to hold on to so they don't forget your directions. The rudimentary map doesn't need to be to scale, but you should write in general mileages and use a general map orientation (that is, with north to the top). | Create a mental map of the route, and share it. Specify distance from point to point. Refer to the cardinal directions. Draw a map. |
For the second phase, Balancing, you continue to restrict your intake of carbohydrates. You can consume about 25-30 grams of net carbs per day during the Balancing phase (a minimum of 12-15 grams of net carbs should come from vegetables), as long as your weight loss continues. You can begin to reintroduce some nutritious sweet foods like berries, as well as nuts and seeds. You should, however, continue to avoid foods with added sugar. Notice how these foods make you feel. Remove them from your diet if the negatives outweigh the positives. For the second phase, you should try to determine the amount of carbs you can have per day while not slowing your weight loss. This is known as your critical carbohydrate level (CCLL). Determining this during the Balancing phase will help you to maintain the Atkins Diet in its later phases. You may have to experiment to determine CCLL, by adjusting the amount of carbs that you eat. During the Balancing phase, you can continue to eat the same foods that were acceptable in the Induction phase. In addition, you can expand your meal options to include reintroduced foods. For instance: Try mixed nuts as a snack. Add berries and/or nuts to a salad for variety. Serve nutrient-rich foods like green beans and avocados as a side with your protein at lunch or dinner. You should continue eating according to the guidelines of the Balancing phase until you are about 10 pounds (4.5 kilograms) from your ideal weight. If your weight loss stops, reduce your carb intake. | Reintroduce certain foods. Determine your critical carbohydrate level. Expand your menu plan. Monitor your weight. |
Loving your puppy involves feeding him a healthy and balanced diet. Veterinarians and trainers recommend dry kibble for puppies. Canned food is 80 to 85% and is high in fat. Semi-moist food is about 50% water, but usually contains sugar or salt as preservatives. Remember that not all dry food is created equal. Lower-quality dog foods will use cheap ingredients and will have a protein source that is low in digestibility, which could cause digestive problems in your puppy. High-quality dog food will have high-quality ingredients and better digestibility. The more easily your puppy can digest the food, the less he will have to eat and the less waste he will produce. Every puppy is different, so talk with your veterinarian about which dry dog food is best for your puppy. It may be hard to love your puppy if she develops diarrhea soon after you bring her home. To prevent this, keep her on the same food and eating schedule that she was used to from where you purchased her. After several days of this, transition her to the new food over a period of seven to 10 days. For the first few days, the percentage of new food/old food should be 25%/75%. For several days each, increase the percentage to 50%/50%, 75%/25%, and then 100% new food. Slow the transition rate if your puppy experiences digestive upset (vomiting, diarrhea, constipation). Feeding your puppy table scraps is a way to overindulge him — not a good way to show love. You may inadvertently teach him to beg for food, which is a bad habit. In addition, table scraps have very little nutritional value to your puppy, and could even cause digestive upset. Once your puppy gets a taste for table scraps, he will probably always want them. Because of this, it may be very difficult to stop feeding your puppy table scraps once you start. When you puppy has a set feeding time, it will be easier for her to go to the bathroom on a schedule. This will make house training easier. Depending on your puppy's age, she will need to eat several times a day (three times if less than six months, twice daily if older than six months). Let your puppy rest for about an hour to an hour and a half after eating (other than taking her outside). This will help prevent digestive upset from physical activity. You may think your puppy is not eating enough, or needs to eat more to help him grow. However, overfeeding him (including forcing him to eat more) can cause him to grow too quickly and develop bone and joint problems. Talk with your veterinarian if you think your puppy is not eating enough. Although the bag of food can provide helpful feeding instructions, it is best to talk with your veterinarian about how much to feed your puppy to ensure optimal health and growth. Your puppy will love getting treats from you. Treats are also very helpful when training your puppy. Outside of training purposes, you should limit your puppy's treat intake to about 10% of her daily caloric intake. Hard treats are good for puppies. They help satisfy her need to chew on something, keep her teeth clean, and can keep her happily entertained. | Select a high-quality dry dog food for your puppy. Transition your puppy to her new diet slowly. Do not feed table scraps to your puppy. Establish a feeding routine for your puppy. Do not overfeed your puppy. Give your puppy treats. |
Your tomato plants need between 4-6 hours of total sun per day in order to grow and eventually produce fruit. If needed, place your pots on dollies and roll them to where they’ll get sun. You can also set your pots in front of a sun lamp indoors. Keep the sun lamp at least 6 inches (15 cm) away from the pots to avoid burning the plants. If you’ve planted tomato seeds, keep them warm at night by covering the top of each pot tightly with plastic wrap. Then, remove it at the start of each day. Position the netting so that it encloses the entire cage, including the top. Then, fold the netting over the upper cage rims. Secure the netting to the rims using clothespins or other sturdy clips. The netting helps to keep insects, such as tomato worms and stink bugs, away from the plant. It also helps to filter the sun's rays to prevent leaf burning. If you do find insects on your plants, try using a mild insecticide. There are both natural and manufactured options available, depending on the offending pest. Be sure to thoroughly rinse any insecticide-treated tomatoes before you eat them. If the soil is dry for .5 in (1.3 cm) down or if your plants look slightly wilted at the end of the day, then they need to be watered. Keep watering until you see water coming out of the pot's bottom drain holes. This means that the water has saturated the soil from top to bottom. Vary your watering schedule depending on the season and temperature. On hot days, you may need to water daily. When the weather is mild, once weekly might suffice. When you are finished watering, drain off any remaining water from the saucer. Letting the water sit in the saucer can cause root rot. Try to water your tomatoes during the daytime. Evening or nighttime water can encourage the growth of fungus. The fruits should almost be completely red with only trace amounts of green remaining. Ripe tomatoes can be plucked by gently pulling at the stem with your fingers. Or, use a pair of garden shears to snip them off their branches. Note that some varieties of tomatoes (check your variety) are naturally striped, green, or otherwise not like an ordinary red tomato when mature. | Position the pot so that it gets 4-6 hours of sun each day. Wrap nylon netting around the tomato cage. Water your tomatoes as often as necessary in order to keep the soil moist. Harvest your tomatoes one-by-one once they develop their red color. |
Speech topics are often assigned but, if you need to pick your own, write a list of subjects that interest you. Choose a subject that you know a lot about or that you’d be eager to research. Then narrow your focus on a specific topic, and make sure it meets the requirements listed in the prompt. Suppose your prompt instructs you to inform the audience about a hobby or activity. Make a list of your clubs, sports, and other activities, and choose the one that interests you most. Then zoom in on one particular aspect or process to focus on in your speech. For instance, if you like tennis, you can't discuss every aspect of the sport in a single speech. Instead, you could focus on a specific technique, like serving the ball. While you may reference your personal experience in the speech, you’ll need to conduct research and cite authoritative sources. The right sources depend on your topic, but generally include textbooks and encyclopedias, scholarly articles, reputable news bureaus, and government documents. For example, if your speech is about a historical event, find primary sources, like letters or newspaper articles published at the time of the event. Additionally, include secondary sources, such as scholarly articles written by experts on the event. If you’re informing the audience about a medical condition, find information in medical encyclopedias, scientific journals, and government health websites. Make sure you know your topic inside and out; you should be able to describe it clearly and concisely. In addition to conducting research, talking to your family and friends about your topic can help refine your understanding. For instance, if your speech is on growing plants from seeds, explain the process step-by-step to a friend or relative. Ask them if any parts in your explanation seemed muddy or vague. Break down the material into simple terms, especially if you’re addressing a non-expert audience. Think about how you’d describe the topic to a grandparent or younger sibling. If you can't avoid using jargon, be sure to define technical words in clear, simple terms. Your thesis conveys your speech's central focus and should be as specific as possible. Check with your instructor about formatting your thesis. They may encourage you to describe your purpose by referencing yourself. However, if your assignment calls for more formal language, you’ll need to skip phrases such as “My purpose is” or “I’m here to explain.” For example, if your speech is on the poet Charles Baudelaire, a strong thesis would be, “I am here to explain how city life and exotic travel shaped the key poetic themes of Charles Baudelaire's work.” While the goal of an informative speech isn't to make a defensible claim, your thesis still needs to be specific. For instance, “I’m going to talk about carburetors” is vague. “My purpose today is to explain how to take apart a variable choke carburetor” is more specific. Keep in mind an informative speech doesn't aim to persuade the audience to accept a claim. Instead of crafting an argument or appealing to emotions, present an objective speech that clearly spells out your subject matter. This means your organization and language need to be step-by-step instead of argumentative. For instance, a speech meant to persuade an audience to support a political stance would most likely include examples of pathos, or persuasive devices that appeal to the audience's emotions. On the other hand, an informative speech on how to grow pitcher plants would present clear, objective steps. It wouldn't try to argue that growing pitcher plants is great or persuade listeners to grow pitcher plants. | Choose a subject that interests you if the topic isn’t assigned. Gather a variety of reliable sources to back your claims. Form a clear understanding of the process or concept you’re describing. Come up with a thesis that concisely presents your speech’s purpose. Focus on informing your audience instead of persuading them. |
Instead of squeezing your reading time into an already full day, set aside in 2-3 hours of reading like it was an activity or event you need to show up at. By dedicating specific time to reading, you will limit distractions and interferences. You will want to read in a quiet place with no distractions, not a convivial area where you might begin a conversation or get distracted by conversations around you. You might want to go to a library or stay in your house when it is empty. Avoid places that will trigger interruptions or disturbances—you may fall asleep in your bed, you may look for food in a kitchen. Because you will be in one place for several hours, you will want to make sure you are not in pain and will remain comfortable for a long amounts of time. Pay attention to your posture. Make sure the lighting is good so you will not strain your eyes. Make sure you have lower back support, either from a chair, a pillow, or a rolled-up sweatshirt. It will be very tempting to put down the book and do something else. You must resist these distractions and plan for them ahead of time. Turn off your phone. Stay away from a computer, handheld device, video games, or television. Even food can be a distraction. Make sure you have eaten ahead of time or have a snack on hand so that you will not get up and go somewhere else. If you are reading in a short amount of time, you will need to stay focused. You should read the book during the time of day you feel most alert. For example, do not begin reading right before you typically go to sleep, or you risk falling asleep. You can also try drinking caffeine or drinking cold water. | Schedule your reading session. Choose a quiet environment. Make yourself comfortable. Avoid distractions. Be awake and alert. |
A pinched nerve is usually accompanied by specific symptoms. If one is affecting your shoulder, you may feel any combination of these symptoms in the area: Numbness Pain radiating outwards Tingling Muscle weakness Visit your doctor to have your shoulder looked at and your symptoms reviewed. Your physician may try using several different tests to see if the problem is caused by a pinched nerve, including: Nerve conduction study, which measures electrical nerve impulses by placing electrodes on your skin Electromyography (EMG), which uses needle electrodes to test electrical activity in your muscles Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), which can show if there is nerve compression What feels like pain in your shoulder might actually be caused by another problem. For instance, a pinched nerve in your neck might cause pain to radiate out to your shoulder. If your doctor doesn't see a problem with the nerves in your shoulder, they may perform additional tests on other areas. | Notice the symptoms. Undergo medical tests. Have other nerves tested, if necessary. |
Once you've left, spend a lot of time talking with people you trust and enjoy. Many people become isolated from friends and family while they are in abusive relationships. If this is the case for you, try to reconnect with those people you have been missing. If you don't have many friends or family, try making new friends. Ask a coworker who has been a “work friend” out for coffee after work sometime or connect with a new neighbor if you’ve moved to a new place. There are lots of men and women who survive abuse, and all of them need to talk. Finding a community of people with similar experiences can help you learn to process the guilt, frustration, and complicated emotions that you're likely experiencing after ending an abusive relationship. Don't try to do it alone. Support groups can help you: Process your guilt Understand your anger Talk through your feelings Find hope Understand abuse Most victims of abuse have suffered emotional or psychological trauma from their relationship. A therapist can help you work through your feelings of trauma and help you form healthier relationships in the future. Many victims of abuse want to rush into a new relationship that will fill the void of affection and intimacy that was lacking in their previous relationship. In the long run, you will eventually find a healthy relationship where you are respected, but try not to rush your recovery. After you come out of an abusive relationship, you may feel that you will never find the correct partner. Don't fall prey to this self-sabotaging thought pattern. Given plenty of time, you will eventually find someone who is just right for you and who respects you. ” It is very common for abusers to apologize and say that they will never abuse you again. If your partner approaches you and claims to have changed, you may feel pity for your partner. However, it is important at this stage to stick to your decision. A person who abused you before will likely abuse you again. There are batterer intervention programs available to help abusers stop abusing others, but these have mixed results. They seem to be more effective when the batterer chooses to enter the program rather than being court-ordered. Once you have successfully gotten out of an abusive relationship, the last thing you want to do is end up in another one. While not all abusers look exactly the same, there are some characteristics that tend to be common among abusers: Emotionally intense or codependent Possibly charming, popular, or talented Fluctuates between emotional extremes. Might be a former victim of abuse (particularly in childhood) May suffer from alcoholism or drug addiction Acts controlling Bottles emotions up Seems inflexible and judgmental It can be very tempting, as you’re recovering, to dwell on the past. Try to move forward as much as possible by taking on new routines, hobbies, and interests. Form new memories and have new kinds of fun. Get busy and start living your life again. Involve yourself in plenty of relaxing activities with friends or family members you trust. You may, for instance, join a dance class, start playing guitar, or learn a new language. Whatever you do, talk to your friends a lot. They will be able to comfort and advise you in this difficult time. | Connect with your loved ones. Attend a domestic violence support group. Seek therapy. Try not to rush into a new relationship. Do not give your past abuser “another chance. Avoid abusive relationships in the future. Get busy doing other things. |
Select a fairly large stock vine and saw off the top roughly 30 minutes before you intend to graft the scions. Note that this is the simplest grafting method to use and generally produces good results. You should cut the top based on the desired head height of the grafted vine. Make the cut at a clean, unblemished portion of the vine and cut until the height of the rootstock is roughly 4 inches (10 cm) shorter than your final desired head height. Use a cold chisel or similar splitting blade to split the rootstock down the center of its top surface. This split needs to be at least 2 inches (4 cm) deep. Hold this split open while you prepare the scions by keeping the chisel inside. Select two dormant scions and taper the bottoms into a "v" shape using a sharp, clean blade. Make straight, even cuts that taper down from the lowest bud to the bottom of the scion. The tapered edge should be about 2 inches (4 cm), or about as long as the rootstock split is deep. Note that the outer edge of the scion is usually a little wider than the inner edge. Cutting the wood in this way makes it easier for the scion to come into contact with the correct part of the rootstock. The bottom of the taper should be about 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) wide. Wedge the tapered bottom of one scion into one side of the rootstock split. Wedge the other scion into the other side of the split. Remove the chisel before fitting the scions. If necessary, use a large, flat screwdriver to hold one side of the split open as you wedge a scion inside. Push the scions down until the cambium layers of the scions and rootstock meet. The cambium is the single layer of active plant cells located just beneath the bark. The connection between the two separate vines will establish itself at this level. Wrap the sides of the split with rubber bands or tape. Apply grafting compound to the entire exposed split. Sealing the split seals existing moisture in and keeps excess moisture out. Apply the grafting compound very generously using a wide, stiff paintbrush. For extra protection, you may even wish to apply interior latex paint over the dried grafting compound. | Cut the top of the vine. Split the stock. Taper the scions. Place the scions in the split. Seal the split. |
Avoid doing any activities that aggravate your shoulder for a few days, but don't avoid using your shoulder for too long. Contact your doctor if you are still having trouble moving your shoulder without pain after a few days. If you have to use the affected arm in the first few days, try to keep your shoulder still and restrict movements to your elbow. Do your best to keep objects close by and at lower heights so you don't have to reach up to grab them. For instance, if you have to use a fork with the affected arm, bend your elbow to bring the utensil to your mouth. Try not to raise or rotate your shoulder as you move your forearm. Don't lift heavy objects, use the affected arm to bring your phone to your ear, or do any other activities that involve moving your sore shoulder. Ice your shoulder in regular intervals and after activities that aggravate your pain. Wrap ice or an ice pack in a clean towel instead of applying it directly to your skin. Continue icing several times a day until your pain improves. Heat increases blood flow and might help you feel more comfortable. You can also try applying a warm compress or heating pad for 15 minutes 2 or 3 times per day. Ice is typically best for the first 3 days, since it helps keep swelling in check. Heat can worsen inflammation, but it relaxes muscles and promotes healing. Some people respond better to one or the other, so go with the option that provides the most relief. Try to keep your shoulders, head, neck, and back in proper alignment at all times. When you sit and stand, avoid slouching and hold your head up straight. Do your best to sleep on the unaffected side or on your back. Poor posture and sleeping on your bad shoulder can push the joint out of alignment and aggravate your irritated tendons. An NSAID pain reliever, such as aspirin or ibuprofen, can help manage pain and inflammation. Take your medication according to the label's instructions or ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend a dosage. Tell your doctor if you take an NSAID daily for more than a few days. Relying on pain relievers could be a sign you need other treatment options, like an immobilizing brace, cortisone shot, or physical therapist. | Avoid using your shoulder as much as possible. Apply ice for 20 minutes 3 to 4 times a day. Take hot showers to relieve stiffness. Maintain good posture when standing, sitting, and sleeping. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever. |
Go to https://www.ebay.com/. If you're already signed into eBay, this will open your eBay home page. If you aren't signed in, click Sign in in the top-left side of the page, enter your email address (or username) and password, and click Sign in. It's a tab in the upper-right side of the page. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. This option is near the bottom of the drop-down menu. Click the name of an item on which the bid was placed. You may have to scroll down to find your item. This number is to the right of the "eBay item number" heading that's in the top-right side of the "Description" tab. You'll need this information to direct eBay to the correct item. Click the [bid] link above the Place bid button, then find the name of the person who placed the bid that you want to cancel. You'll need this information to cancel the bid. It's in the top-left side of the page. This will take you back to the home page. It's at the bottom of the "Tools & apps" column of options that's at the bottom of the eBay home page. This option is in the "Sell activities" group of options beneath the "SELL" heading. Complete the following fields: Item number - Type your item's number into the field above this heading. User ID of the bid you are cancelling - Type the bidder's username into the field above this heading. Reason for cancellation - Enter a brief (80 or fewer characters) reason for the cancellation in the field below this heading. This will immediately cancel all bids placed on your selected item by the user in question. | Open eBay. Select My eBay. Click Selling. Select an item. Scroll down and find the item number. Find the bidder's username. Click the eBay logo. Scroll down and click Site map. Scroll down and click Cancel bids on your listing. Fill out the bid cancellation form. Click cancel bid. |
March, April, and May can be lovely but will still have their chilly and wet moments. It can also get pretty cold in the evenings throughout the spring season. Lighter shirts and slacks are good for this time of year. Spring colors come back into fashion as well, though some New Yorkers stick to black and other dark colors all year round. Plan to bring clothes that you can layer as temperatures can vary greatly in spring. For women: Lighter dresses come back into favor starting in spring so pack some of them in your bag. Pants with cute tanks and a light jacket are also a staple outfit. For men: Pants and solid colored shirts with a blazer are a standard outfit on the streets of New York. While it does get warmer, its still good to remember to pack some clothes that will keep you warm in the cold evenings. Some ideas include bulky sweaters you can wear over spandex, and light blazers. Regular sweatshirts, unless they are distressed, crop-top, or graphically enhanced, are a sure sign you are not a fashionable New Yorker. | Know what spring in NYC is like. Plan for both warm and cold weather. Bring a jacket and some sweaters. Don’t wear sweatshirts. |
When sending a customer an invoice, it's important you include key pieces of information, rather than just scribbling the amount owed on a piece of paper. Use the word “invoice.” Don't assume the customer will know the invoice is an invoice if you don't use that word. Give the invoice a number. You will want to keep track of the invoice. To do this more easily, you should include a unique identification number on the invoice. Some businesses will customarily add a tax identification number (known as a TIN) on invoices. Check with an accountant about whether you have one or need to do so. For example, non profit organizations and child-care agencies are some organizations that will customarily include tax identification numbers on invoices. Numbering the invoices you send out should enable you to keep better track of them, especially since you should retain a copy of each invoice. This way, the invoices should be in order by number based on the date they are sent. You can either buy invoices that are already numbered, use software that creates them for you, or create your own and number them. Include the purchasing number the invoice corresponds to if there is one. This will help you employ better accounting methods at your company. Customize the invoice by asking on the front end if customers need any special information, such as an employer identification number or a purchase order. Ask who the invoice should be directed to if you are dealing with a customer. If you want to get paid in a timely fashion, you should date the invoice but also note the terms of payment that you expect the customer to follow. These terms should be spelled out at the time of purchase, as well. For example, the invoice should bear the date that the invoice itself was issued, as well as the date of purchase of the goods or services. When listing the terms of payment, make it clear to the consumer how soon the customer is expected to pay. For example, perhaps the payment is due within 30 days. Some companies choose to offer discounts. If you do, also spell them out clearly on the invoice. For example, you might offer a 1 percent discount if the customer pays the invoice within 30 days. Small businesses should retain records of all invoices sent for at least six years. This is important for tax purposes and just good business accounting. An accountant can help you figure out the rules and regulations on record-keeping. It's possible to keep electronic records. However, if you do so, retain a back-up copy. Post cash receipts promptly so you can track with accounts remain outstanding, which customers have sent in some money, and which are not sending any at all. Invoiced payments are essentially you extending credit to a customer and the law considers this an unsecured loan, meaning it was not secured by collateral, making it harder to recover the money from a customer if they don't have the money to pay. In the beginning, there can be less margin of error for a small business when it comes to revenue, so every payment can matter. Try to keep invoicing to a minimum when starting out and get payment up front in cash whenever possible. For many small businesses, it's not uncommon for a third of your receivables to be delinquent. Consider whether it's worth offering services for an upfront flat rate rather than a more costly hourly rate since you might not recoup what you're owed with the latter. Such services, although they cost money, can help you track and organize your invoices, and make them look more professional. Some services allow you to create and send invoices by email, for example. You are able to view which invoices have been paid and send out reminders to those who are not. There are also apps that will send out invoices by phone. Some of the services include a complete history of the customer's account. This can help you keep track of customers, as well as payments. Some of the services allow you to add your company logo to the invoice and simply require you to fill in online boxes to update the amount. There are many of these services offered through the Internet. | Make it look professional. Number the invoice. Date the invoice. Retain a copy of all invoices. Keep invoices to a minimum. Use an electronic invoice service. |
To make a natural, effective deep conditioning treatment that works for any type of hair, you only need a few items from the produce section. Buy (or check your refrigerator for) the following items: 1 avocado 1/2 banana 1/2 can coconut milk 1/4 cup honey 1 egg or 1/4 cup mayonnaise Place the items in a blender or food processor and puree them until smooth. Make sure no chunks remain, or the treatment won't be as effective for your hair. Use a gentle shampoo that won't strip your hair too much. Avoid shampoos made with sulfates, which are abrasive cleaning agents that cleanse hair of its natural oils and lead to dryness and breakage. Use an old pastry brush or your fingers to spread the conditioner onto damp hair. Massage it in from the roots to the tips, focusing on the areas that tend to get the driest. If you have very thick hair, separate it into sections and apply the treatment a section at a time, to make sure all of your hair gets covered. If you have leftover deep conditioning treatment, you can store it in the refrigerator (or freezer) for later use. You may want to cover the conditioner with a plastic shower cap. To speed the soaking in process, you can use a hair dryer on a low setting to heat the conditioner. Remove the plastic cap and run your hair under cool water. Rinse a few times until the water runs clear and the conditioner is completely rinsed out. Gently towel dry your hair, then style it as usual. Don't use hot water when you rinse your hair, as it may cause an undesirable reaction with the egg or mayonnaise. Wait a few days before shampooing your hair, so that you don't negate the effects of the conditioning treatment by washing it out. | Gather your supplies. Blend the ingredients. Wash your hair. Apply the conditioner. Allow the conditioner to soak in. Rinse out your hair. |
Some medications, such as calcium channel blockers and tricyclic antidepressants, can lead to reduced fertility. Talk to your doctor about any effects your medications might have. They may be able to switch your medication or reduce your dosage while you’re trying to conceive. Never alter your prescription regimen without first consulting your doctor. While you may be able to improve your fertility with lifestyle changes, you may still struggle to conceive. This is a common problem, and a doctor may be able to help. A fertility specialist can determine why you’re struggling to conceive. Then, they'll offer you and your partner treatment options to help. Ask your doctor for a referral to a fertility specialist. They can give you more strategies to conceive successfully. Your doctor can offer you medications and medical procedures to help you get pregnant. These may include assisted reproductive therapy (ART). An irregular cycle can make it harder for you to conceive because you may not ovulate regularly. Your doctor can help you understand your ovulation cycle and may offer treatment to improve your fertility. This can increase your chances of conceiving. Track your cycle to look for a pattern. Some medical conditions can make it harder to get pregnant or may cause infertility. Similarly, certain medical treatments, like chemotherapy, may reduce your fertility. Your doctor can determine if you may be struggling with this problem and may be able to offer treatment options. For example, you may have trouble conceiving if you’ve been diagnosed with or undergone treatment for: Pelvic inflammatory disease Endometriosis Cancer Multiple miscarriages You may struggle to conceive if your scrotum changes in size or if you experience sexual problems. Similarly, it will likely be hard to conceive if you know your sperm count is low. Your doctor may be able to help you treat these issues so you can increase your fertility. Talk to your doctor to learn your treatment options. | Discuss medications that could lower fertility with your doctor. See a fertility specialist if you’ve been trying to conceive for a year. Talk to your doctor if your periods are irregular or painful. Visit your doctor if you’ve been treated for reproductive conditions. See your doctor if you have testicle problems or low sperm count. |
Lay down a towel or soft cloth on your table or counter to protect your guitar's body from scratches. If you have a headstand, you can use that to hold the neck for added stability. Set up your work station by laying out your tools. You'll need Allen wrenches for the nut plates and saddle, wire cutters, and a string winder. You may also want to gather cleaning supplies so you can clean your guitar after removing the old string. The locking nut plates hold the strings in place. Turn your Allen wrench slowly to loosen the plates before removing them. Put the plates in a safe place so you don't lose them. Your guitar likely came with a set of Allen wrenches designed specifically for this use. If not, you can find a set at most music or guitar shops, or you can order one online. Turn the tuning peg slowly to release tension in the string before taking it out. If you need to remove multiple strings, only remove and replace one string at a time. If you take all of them off, your bridge may not have the same tension when you replace them, and you'll have a hard time tuning your guitar. A string winder will make this process faster and smoother. If you don't have a string winder, you can turn the tuning peg with your fingers. If the string is broken, hold the broken end as you turn the tuning peg. This will unwind the top of the string and keep the broken end from getting tangled in the other strings. When you've unwound the string completely, carefully pull the string to remove it completely from the tuning peg. Take care not to poke yourself with the sharp end of the string. If the string isn't broken, you may want to stick the sharp end in an eraser or wrap some tape around it. That way you won't have to worry about it poking or scratching you as you work. Don't loosen all the saddles, only the one that corresponds to the string you want to remove. There is a small metal block in the bridge that keeps the string tight. Keep an eye out for it as you loosen the saddle. If the block does come out, put it somewhere safe so you don't lose it. You'll have to put it back in when you replace the string. It can help to count the number of turns you made with the Allen wrench to loosen the bridge. You can use that number when you tighten it back up to avoid over-tightening it. Wrap the string into a neat coil. If the string was broken, you'll have 2 coils of string. Twist the sharp ends around and dispose of the string safely. You may want to wrap tape around the sharp ends to hold the coil together and keep the sharp points from coming loose. While a string is off, take the opportunity to clean the fretboard beneath it. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to gently rub the cleaner into the wood. Avoid getting the cleaner on any of the other strings. You can also polish the frets using the same oil soap. Once you're done cleaning, wipe away any excess with a dry paper towel. | Place your guitar on a flat, clean surface. Take off the locking nut plates using an Allen wrench. Unwind the string at the tuning peg. Pull the string out of the peg. Loosen the saddle with an Allen wrench. Pull the other end of the string out of the bridge. Clean your fretboard with an oil soap or fretboard cleaner. |
If you come across a nest with no mother, you cannot immediately determine that she is gone for good. You may have simply frightened her or she may be out looking for food. Leave the nest (and mice) alone and check again later. If the mother is still absent, you may need to take action. Try not to disturb the nest. But don't worry, mother mice will not reject babies who have been touched. Return again after 1-2 hours, and then again after another 1-2 hours. Check the babies' bellies for white bands known as "milk bellies." If you don't see these over the course of 4-6 hours, the babies have not been fed and are likely orphans. If the baby mouse has been attacked by a cat, you must seek the help of a veterinarian right away. Bacteria from the cat's mouth can cause a serious (often fatal) infection called "septicemia." A vet may be able to provide emergency treatment for the baby mouse. Perform an internet search for veterinarians in your area. Call ahead to see if they can treat mice. Baby mice are small and docile, and must be handled with care. They should not squirm much, but you must still grasp them firmly when feeding to prevent falls. Additionally, it is important to note that wild mice have been shown to carry diseases. You may choose to wear latex gloves when handling the mice. Whether or not you wear gloves, you must thoroughly wash your hands after handling. | Ensure that the nest has been abandoned. Seek help from a vet, when necessary. Handle mice carefully. |
You should not stay up all night just because you need to study; your sleep is the time when memories are properly processed. Denying yourself sleep can make your brain less effective at retaining information. In most cases, it is better to get at least a little bit of rest during the night rather than none at all. To remain healthy, never stay awake for 2 whole nights in a row. Pull an all nighter as infrequently as possible. Negativity will only slow your productivity, so assure yourself that you will be rewarded for your time and effort. Positive thoughts, on the other hand, will keep you motivated and prevent you from giving up too soon. Here are some examples: "I am almost done!" "This is actually not too hard." "I will get to see the sunrise." "I will get a good grade." For example, you can promise yourself a 15-minute break after you complete an assignment. During this break, you can eat your favorite snack and watch some TV, browse the internet, or play a game. Having rewards is like the carrot on the end of the stick; they will motivate you to keep going, despite your tiredness. Make sure that you set the rewards before you begin. This way, your mind will anticipate them. Pulling an all-nighter is tough on your body and mind. After you do the all-nighter and get your work done, go to sleep. Then, at some point during the next day, give yourself another bit of time to just relax and recharge. This could be watching a movie or TV show, going for a walk, or something else you enjoy doing. | Make sure that pulling an all nighter is unavoidable. Think positively. Reward yourself for each accomplishment. Plan some time the next day to give yourself a break so you can recharge. |
If you think someone is in immediate danger, always call 911. However, if you think you have information about a trafficking situation, the main hotline to call is offered through the NHTRC. They can be reached at 1-888-373-7888. In addition, if you have access to a computer, you can submit information online. Once the information is submitted, it will be passed along immediately to the proper law enforcement authorities. When you call or submit information online, you will be asked to provide the following information: The type of trafficking taking place The victim's country of origin The number of potential victims The location of the trafficking Who the victims are (e.g., male, female, adults, or minors) Any additional comments you think might be helpful Your personal information (if you want to be anonymous just check the appropriate box or tell the operator) DHS also has a hotline you can call, and an online report you can use, to provide information about trafficking activity. If you prefer to call DHS you can dial 866-347-2423. Whether you are contacting DHS online or over the phone, you should be prepared to submit the following information: Your personal information (unless you want to remain anonymous) What the suspected violation looks like (i.e., human trafficking) The location of the criminal activity What the violator looks like Where the violator is located The DOJ can also help get important information to the correct parties. You can contact the DOJ at 1-888-428-7581. Explain what you have seen and the DOJ will forward the information appropriately. If you are a victim, you might even be eligible for service and immigration assistance. | Call the National Human Trafficking Resource Center (NHTRC). Get help from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Contact the Department of Justice (DOJ). |
the house ahead of time. Once your multiples are born, you will probably be too busy caring for them to spend time baby-proofing your home. Try to get at least the basics done ahead of time: Cover electrical outlets Install baby-proof cabinet locks Pad hard corners or edges of furniture Install baby gates at the bottoms and tops of staircases Strap down heavy furniture, like TVs, bookcases, and dressers Buying and assembling the necessary products in advance will save you the stress and time of preparing the nursery once the babies arrive. Keep in mind that you need to purchase supplies and furniture that can accommodate multiple babies. Multiple babies should never sleep in the same crib or there could be a risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Keep in mind that your multiples will likely be born preterm, and therefore smaller than your average singleton newborn. Consider buying clothes, diapers, and swaddling cloths designed for preterm babies. Many new mothers of multiples need help caring for the babies during the first few months. If you are able, start interviewing nannies, babysitters, family members, or neighbors before the babies are born so that you have a go-to helper when the time comes. Consider hiring assistance even for just a few hours each day in the first several weeks after delivery. This will give you time to rest and recover or get things done around the house. | Babyproof Buy and assemble the supplies you will need. Line up infant childcare assistance. |
Look for a pot that has tiny holes on the bottom so that excess water can drain away from the plant. This prevents the water from settling around the root ball and rotting it. Get a tray to put under your pot if it doesn't come with one. The tray will catch the excess water so it doesn't stain the surface below your pot. Some pots have a tray attached to them. If this is the case for your pot, check the inside of the pot for drainage holes, as you won't be able to remove the tray. While this is optional, it will help you prevent overwatering in the future. Simply layer the mulch at the bottom of the pot, estimating about a 1 to 2 in (2.5 to 5.1 cm) layer. Leave the mulch loose instead of packing it down. The mulch will help the water drain out of the pot faster so it doesn't drown your roots. If you removed moldy or algae-covered soil or your new pot is bigger, you’ll need to add fresh potting soil. Pour the new soil around the roots of your plant. Then, fill up the rest of the pot until you reach the base of the plant. Lightly pat the top of the soil to make sure the plant will stay in place. If necessary, add a little more potting soil after you pat down around the plant. You don't want to see any exposed roots. When you first re-pot the plant, pour water over the soil to moisten it. Then, check the soil before you water the plant again to make sure the soil feels dry, which means the plant needs water. When you water the plant, pour the water directly over the soil so that it goes to the roots. It's best to water your plant in the morning so that the light from the sun will help dry it faster. | Transfer your plant to a pot that has drainage holes and a tray. Add 1 to 2 in (2.5 to 5.1 cm) of mulch at the bottom of the pot for drainage. Add new potting soil around the plant if necessary. Water your plant only when the top layer of soil feels dry. |
Take out the materials and set them aside. Before you deep clean the pencil case, you should remove the pencil shavings and graphite dust. Loose wood trimmings, eraser remnants, and graphite dust will float out. Do this near a trash can to keep this mess from spreading. For whatever's left behind, you can use a small, soft brush to knock it loose. For a material that might get scratched, like a plastic case, use a smooth rag or baby toothbrush. If you clean out the case often, chances are you won't need to do anything further than take care of small marks. Dip one end of a cleaning cloth in warm water and possibly a small amount of detergent, then rub over the marks. To remove stubborn marks and ink stains from plastic, glossy cases, cover the mark in rubbing alcohol. Let it sit for a few minutes, rinse the case in the warm water, then dry it with the cleaning cloth or by air. Ink stains in fabric cases may be removed by applying rubbing alcohol to the stain with a cotton ball. Rinse the case so that the alcohol is removed. If that doesn't work, repeat the process with nail polish remover. | Empty the case or pouch. Shake or brush out the case. Spot clean the case. |
It is always difficult to talk about a tough topic, but being honest and having a conversation with your friend about the person you dislike will be better for your friendship. It will help them understand where you are coming from, and they might be more considerate when you are around that person. Make the conversation as nice and gentle as possible. “I know this is probably uncomfortable for you, I feel uneasy about it, too. I just want to be open and honest with you.” Tell your friend how you feel about other person in the nicest way possible. “I'm not Sarah's biggest fan, we've never really gotten along well.” Try to explain to your friend why you and that person don't get along. If there was an event that occurred, let your friend in on it. “I guess it comes from that whole situation between Sarah, Emily, and I, last summer...” Try instead refocusing your thinking to the present time you are spending with your friend. Utilizing mindfulness techniques will help you to train your brain to stay in the moment and to refocus when your thoughts drift to the other person. Come Back: When you catch yourself thinking about the other person that you dislike, or feeling anxious or jealous, think or say to yourself “Come back,” take a deep breath, and focus on what is happening right now. Attentive Listening: Look into your friends eyes and really listen to what they are saying. Notice the tone of their voice, the way they laugh, or how their face changes as they talk. This will help you feel more connected to your friend and focus on the moment. Speaking Mindfully: Fully consider the impact your words can have on the other person. Think about how you would feel if what you are saying were said to you. Ask yourself if you are being truly honest in your communication. Try to let your friend know how you feel about your friendship and any feelings you may be having about the other person's impact on your friendship. The more honest you are with them, the more honest they can be with you. It's also important for you to communicate how you feel. You might try something like the following: ”I don't want to make a big deal out of this, but our friendship is important to me.” ”I'm worried that my feelings about Sarah are going to affect our friendship.” ”I'm not trying to tell you who to be friends with, I just don't want this to come between us.” Empathy is trying to understand and feel someone else's experience from their point of view. Use empathy to recognize that it is probably very difficult for your friend. They are stuck in between two friends who don't get along, but ideally would like to stay friends with both. Practice empathy by making empathic responses that are validating, sympathetic, caring, and supportive. “I am so sorry, it has to be frustrating to be stuck in the middle. How can I help?” Avoid non-empathic responses that are impatient, invalidating, self-centered, uncaring, un-supportive, or demanding. “Don't freak out, you shouldn't feel that way. Here's what I want you to do.” Positive reframing is a technique where you notice negative events or maladaptive thoughts and make an effort to change them much like putting a picture in a new frame. Positive reframing will not change the situation, but it can change how you react to it and how you feel about it. Use this as a chance to learn by asking, “What can I learn from this that will help me grow?” Challenge the assumptions or beliefs behind some thoughts you might be having such as, “They are hanging out because my friend likes her more than me.” Use different wording, change “I really hate her” to “I'm not a fan of that girl” or “Maybe she is really struggling right now.” If at all possible, avoid talking about the person you hate behind their back or gossiping about them. It's immature, mean, and will make you look like the bad guy.Gossip can be harmful to you, your friend, or the group as a whole. Gossip can be a form of exclusion or bullying. It can destroy your friends trust in you. It can prompt others to gossip about you. | Talk to your friend. Live in the present. Discuss how you feel. Empathize with your friend. Engage in positive reframing. Don't gossip. |
This promotes a healthy scalp and encourages growth while treating and protecting split ends. Rub a few drops of argan oil between your palms and then run your hands and fingers through your hair gently, massaging your scalp and tips as well. Argan oil can soften and strengthen your hair if used properly. You can use it to control a style that is losing its luster or shape. Simply apply a few drops to your hair as you would a leave-in conditioner, but do so when you hair is dry instead of when it is damp. Argan oil is packed with moisture-rich proteins that helps control the dryness of your hair which is the reason why so many cosmetic products use Argan oil as one of their main ingredient. Leaving argan oil in your hair overnight as a hair mask helps maximize the benefits to the hair by allowing more time for the absorption of nutrients. Apply a very small amount of argan oil to the hair and rub it into the hair, ends, and scalp. Wrap your head in a towel to protect bedsheets, then go to sleep to allow oil to soak in overnight, or, at the very least, leave it in for a few hours. Wash the oil out of your hair with a shampoo that is free of any harsh chemicals such as sulfate to cleanse your hair. | Condition while your hair is still damp. Refresh your hair and style. Use argan oil as an overnight hair mask. |
No one likes to be nagged. But which part of nagging is bothering you the most? Is it the requests or the way that they are phrased? Or is it possibly the timing or frequency of the nagging that bothers you the most.? Are you actually mad that your wife asks you to take out the trash? Or are you more upset that she asks you to do it the minute you get home from work? Once you can clearly articulate the problem, you’ll be better able to address it. Your wife might feel defensive if you make demands. Instead of insisting that she immediately change her behavior, try taking a more sympathetic tone. For example, you might offer to meet her halfway on an issue that bothers you. You could say, “I’ll be happy to take out the trash, but the minute I get home from work is not a good time for me. I’ll start taking it out in the morning instead.” When you are feeling stressed, it can be easy to allow yourself to become argumentative. Try to avoid this, and have a productive conversation with your wife instead. Make sure to clearly state how you are feeling and why. Use “I” statements to avoid casting blame. Try saying, “I feel stressed when you ask me several times to do one thing.” If your wife doesn't see your point of view, you might feel discouraged. However, it is important that you stand your ground. Remind yourself that you count and that your feelings matter. Tell yourself that no one has the right to discount your emotions. Even if your wife doesn't see your point of view, your feelings are valid. | Define the problem. Offer to negotiate. Clarify your feelings. Reassure yourself. |
Log in to Facebook with your username and password. Logging in should automatically take you to your News Feed. You can also click on either “Home” or the Facebook logo on the top bar of the Facebook website. For the mobile device site or Facebook app, click on the News Feed logo in the top or bottom left of your screen. On This Day is listed under the “Explore” tab on the website. It should be about halfway down your screen. For the mobile device site or Facebook app, click on the three bars tab to find the On This Day page. It’ll be listed under “Apps” or “Explore.” On This Day will list examples of your Facebook activity from this date since you became a Facebook user. At the bottom of the page, you’ll also see other memories Facebook thinks you might enjoy. Look for a “Share” button at the bottom of each post. You can then decide who you’d like to share the content with. If the post was originally private, you won't be able to share it. This is why you won't see a “Share” option on some posts. Sharing an On This Day post will make it appear on the News Feeds of whoever you decide to share it with. You can also tag friends in the post and say something about the memory when you share it. Only you will see On This Day posts unless you share them. Occasionally, On This Day will tell you that you became Facebook friends with someone on this date a certain number of years ago. When that happens, Facebook may make a video compiling examples of your Facebook interaction and friendship. This post is extra special, and you should share it to show your friend how excited you are about your friendship! Be aware that Facebook only automatically generates these videos for friends you connect with a lot. They won't come up for everyone. Unfortunately, anniversary videos aren't available all the time. The videos will also automatically delete at the end of the day. Sometimes, Facebook may accidentally celebrate moments you’d rather forget. On This Day gives you the option to exclude certain people and dates from the feature. Just click on “Preferences” once you’re on the On This Day page and select the people and/or dates you don't want Facebook to commemorate. No one but you needs to know that you’ve excluded them from this feature. Your friend won't get an online notification that you’ve made this choice. | Navigate to your News Feed on your computer or device. Click on “On This Day” on the left hand side of your screen. View your memories from the day and select one to share. Share an anniversary video on the day you became Facebook friends. Filter your memories if you’d like to. |
When you're ready to cook the ribs, get the pan ready. Choose a large pan with 2-inch sides that can comfortably hold all of the ribs in a single layer. Stacking the ribs will result in unevenly cooked meat. Cover the pan in a sheet of aluminum foil with the ends hanging off the short sides. It's important to make sure the pan you use is deep. Ribs produce a lot of juices, and you don't want them to run out of the pan. You can use a glass or metal pan. This will keep the meat moist as it cooks and prevent the bottom of the meat from burning. Pour it directly over the aluminum foil. The arch of the ribs should face up, and the bones should be against the foil. Make sure the ribs aren't overlapping. First bend in the ends of the first sheet of foil, then add a second sheet to form a tent. Scrunch the foil around the handles of the pan to keep it in place. Make sure there are no holes. Keep the ribs covered during this first hour. The ribs are ready for finishing when the meat falls easily from the bone when it is poked with a fork. | Prepare the cooking pan. Pour 1⁄4 inch (0.6 cm) of water into the pan. Lay the ribs in the pan. Cover the pan with aluminum foil to form a tent. Place the pan in the oven and cook for 2 1/2 hours. |
There are a lot of home remedies that can reduce the look of your cystic acne scars. But, just because something claims to be natural doesn't mean it's safe. Read up on the ingredients involved in remedies and avoid ingredients that you're sensitive or allergic to. If you're thinking about buying an over-the-counter home treatment for scar removal, research the product first. If you have darker cystic acne scars, the vitamin C in lemon juice can improve wound healing. Use a cotton ball or cotton swab soaked in lemon juice and apply it directly to your scar. If you have sensitive skin, then dilute the juice with water or with a non-comedogenic oil, such as argan oil. Let the juice air dry before rinsing your skin with warm water. Repeat this once a day. Do not expose your skin to the sun while you have lemon juice on it. The lemon juice makes your skin more sensitive to the sun. Cystic scar tissue may feel firm or rough. Applying aloe vera gel into the scar may soften the scar tissue. Use gel directly from the aloe vera plant or purchase an aloe vera gel that doesn't contain many additional ingredients. Aloe vera may improve the appearance and characteristics of scars. It's an anti-inflammatory herb which helps increase the elasticity of the new skin tissue. Choose a gel caplet of vitamin E that contains 400 IU in liquid form and choose a gel caplet of vitamin D that contains 1000 to 2000 IU in liquid form. Open each gel caplet and squeeze the vitamins into a small bowl. Mix in 8 to 10 drops of castor oil and massage the mixture onto your scar. Leave the vitamins on your skin to improve the appearance of your cystic acne scars. Or, you could try mixing 2 to 3 drops of lavender oil or St John's wort oil into 2 tablespoons of castor oil for a healing massage oil. St. John's wort oil is often used to heal c-section scars. Steep a bag of organic green tea in warm water to soften it. Place the tea bag directly on your scar for 10 to 15 minutes. Do this 3 times a week and work your way up to using the treatment daily. You can also soak a cotton towel in green tea, squeeze out the excess and place it over the scar. Green tea may minimize scarring because it contains antioxidants that help your skin heal. Silicone bandages can help to reduce the appearance of acne scars as well. The bandage has to be worn continuously, so consider whether you are willing to wear a bandage on your face for an extended period of time, possibly for several months. You can buy silicone bandages over-the-counter. | Research and take precautions with home remedies. Apply lemon juice to the scars. Massage aloe vera onto the scars. Massage vitamins into the scars. Use a green tea compress. Apply a silicone bandage. |
The most important thing you can do is to stay calm. If you’re alone, this can be hard to do, but give yourself a moment to take a few deep breaths and relax. Try to avoid panicking when you realize you’re unable to move away from the frozen surface. If you pull too hard on your tongue, it will literally rip off the frozen surface and cause a lot of damage (and bleeding). Consider this a last resort option. If you see someone in the general area, try to flag them down by waving your arms or yelling (as best you can). Having someone else to help you will ease your stress. Since you’re alone, try this method first. The reason why your tongue is stuck is because the metal surface is frozen and is conducting the heat from your tongue. In order to get unstuck, you have to warm up the metal somehow. One way to warm up the metal surface is to use your own hot breath. Cup your hands around your mouth (but be careful not to touch your lips or hands to the metal surface, as they will collect moisture and also become stuck) and breathe hot air directly onto the area where your tongue is stuck. You can also use a scarf or jacket to shield yourself from a cold wind and possibly help warm air from your breath. Pull gently while doing this to see if you can loosen, or even remove, your tongue. If, by some chance, you have a warm cup of coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or other liquid with you, use it to warm up the metal's surface. Pour the liquid onto the metal where your tongue is stuck and gently attempt to remove your tongue. Warm water is ideal for this situation, but any warm liquid will work if necessary. And yes, that includes urine. Although not recommended, if you are alone somewhere and no help is possible, this could be your absolute last resort. Consider this only under absolute emergency situations. Calling 911 to get help is definitely an option you should consider. Of course, this would only work if you have a cell phone with you, and that cell phone is easily accessible to you. When, and if, you call 911 you may be unable to talk to the operator. Remain calm and slowly try to explain what has happened and where you are. If necessary, they can trace your call to find you. Consider this as an absolute last resort option if all other options have failed or aren't possible, but it really should never come to this. This option will, without a doubt, cause some sort of injury and be extremely painful. Build up your courage and then just yank yourself away from the frozen surface. Warming the surrounding metal area through breathing and shielding yourself from wind with a scarf or jacket is usually enough to gently remove the appendage, even in -40°F or more. Once you’re unstuck, seek medical help as quickly as possible for your injured tongue. | Remain calm. Cup your hands around your mouth to heat up the surface. Pour warm liquid onto the surface. Call 911. Pull quick and fast. |
Partial water changes are one of the most efficient ways of combating algal blooms in your tank. By removing a portion of the water and replacing it with algae-free water, you'll essentially dilute the algae content of the water. You should generally do a partial water change every two weeks to protect the water quality in your tank. Drain or siphon off about 25% of the water in your tank. For severe algal blooms, you may need to replace more than 25% of the water. Do not change more than 50% of your tank's water at any given time. This can upset the pH of your tank and could stress your fish, which may be fatal. Test the pH before and after performing a partial water change. The pH should not go up or down by more than 0.2 units to avoid stressing your fish. One way to help control ongoing algae blooms is to physically remove the existing algae from your tank. This can be done while you're performing a partial water change, as you'll have easier access to the walls of your tank when the water level is lower. Scrape or wipe down the walls of your tank at least once every week. Be careful if using a sponge. In addition to harboring microorganisms, reusable sponges may trap grains of sand, which could scratch the glass. A commercially-available chemical algicide can help kill algae quickly and efficiently. However, you'll need to be careful with chemical agents like this, as they can upset the balance in your tank if used improperly. Do not use algicide if you have live plants in your tank, as algicide will most likely kill them. You can easily remove algae from your home aquarium by employing algae-eating fish and invertebrates to the tank. These living additions will eat algae off the plants, substrate, and even off the glass walls of the tank. Check with a knowledgeable employee at your local pet store to find aquatic or marine organisms that can help control the algae in your tank. Most species of aquatic snail will eat algae, whether in a freshwater or marine tank. Just be sure that you check at the pet store to ensure the snail you get can live in your tank at home. Bristle stars, bristle worms, aquatic hermit crabs, Nassarius snails, and sea cucumbers will all help control algae in a marine tank by removing organic detritus from the substrate of your tank. Some plants produce and release chemicals that can help inhibit algal growth in a home aquarium. Fast-growing plants tend to be the most allelopathic. Some well-known allelopathic plants that can be added to your aquarium include Cabomba, Egeria, Ceratopteris, Hygrophila, and Vallisneria. | Perform a partial water change in your tank. Scrape algae off the glass walls. Consider using an algicide in your tank. Introduce algae-eating fish and invertebrates. Try adding allelopathic plants. |
Over-the-counter medications are effective at lowering a fever and providing relief for headaches, sore throat, and joint pain. Children and teenagers should never be given medications containing aspirin because it may cause Reye's syndrome. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) are safe alternatives to aspirin. Consult your child's doctor to make sure the medication will be appropriate for them. If you are unsure how to treat your child, contact your doctor. Always read and follow the manufacturer's instructions. Do not give children more than the recommended dosages. Many over-the-counter medications should not be given to young children. Over-the-counter medications may interact with other medications, including prescription drugs, herbal remedies, and supplements. Cough syrups may suppress coughing but they don't actually kill the infection. Because coughing removes foreign material from the lungs, suppressing the coughing can slow the healing process. The advantage is that suppressing the coughing may help your child sleep at night. If your child can't sleep because of coughing, ask the doctor for advice. Cough syrups should not be given to children younger than four. For older children, following the manufacturer's dosing instructions. Be aware that some cough syrups have the same active ingredients as some other over-the-counter medications. Check the ingredients on the packaging to make sure you don't give your child more than one medication with the same active ingredients. This can lead to an accidental overdose. If your child has the flu caused by the influenza virus, antiviral medications may be recommended in certain situations, such as children with asthma or other medical problems, and children under age two. Antiviral medications may reduce the severity and duration of symptoms, and also reduce the chance your child will pass the flu to others. Influenza antiviral medications are most effective if they are started within two days after your child becomes sick. Treatment usually lasts for five days. Antivirals are only available through prescription and may come in liquid, pill, or inhaler form. Your doctor may prescribe Oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) or Zanamivir (Relenza®, Diskhaler®). You can use a dropper to gently squeeze a few drops into each nostril. The salt will help thin out the mucus and make breathing easier. If the only ingredients are salt and water, then it is safe for children. Check the ingredients on the packaging to make sure there are no preservatives added. Some preservatives, such as benzalkonium chloride may damage the nasal tissues. You can also make your own nasal spray by adding salt to water that has been boiled, then cooled to a warm temperature. Do not give nasal decongestant sprays or drops to children. They can cause inflammation in the nasal tissues and aggravate your child's symptoms. Children's immune systems are not as developed as those of adults, which means they are vulnerable to complications. Your child should be seen by a doctor if they have: A fever for over 24 hours and is younger than two A fever for over three days and is over two A fever of 100°F (37.8°C) or higher and is three months old or younger. A fever of 104°F (40°C) Periods of crying for a long time. This is particularly important for children who are too young to tell you what hurts. Problems breathing A cough that doesn't go away after one week or is very frequent or getting worse Dehydration Vomiting more than one or two times A stiff neck Abdominal pain Severe headaches Earaches Extreme sleepiness | Reduce pain and fever with medications. Consult your child’s doctor before giving a cough syrup. Ask your doctor about antiviral medications. Relieve a stuffy nose with saline drops. Bring your child to the doctor if they are very ill. |
You should have clean hands whenever you are touching the area around your band-aid to prevent the spread of bacteria and possible infection. Use clean water from a tap to wet your hands. Warm or cold is fine. Turn off the tap and apply soap to your hands. Rub your hands together to create a lather with the soap making sure to coat the back of your hands, between your fingers, and underneath your fingernails. Continue scrubbing your hands for 20 seconds. This is about as long as it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice in a row from beginning to end. Rinse the soap off of your hands with clean water from the tap. Dry your hands with a clean cloth towel, paper towel, or you can air dry them. As an alternative to washing your hands, you can use a hand sanitizer that is at least 60% alcohol. Like washing your hands, cleaning the area around your band-aid can help prevent infection or the spread of bacteria during removal. Fill a clean bowl with clean tap water and mild liquid soap. Warm or cold water is fine, although warm (not hot) water may feel more comforting. Soak a clean washcloth in the soapy water and wring it out to remove excess moisture. Gently wash the skin around and on top of the band-aid with the wash cloth. Avoid putting direct pressure on top of the band-aid as you do this. Instead, give it a quick wipe with the cloth. Gently pat the area dry with a clean, dry washcloth. It's important to move slowly here and are not too ambitious about how much you peel up. The less you peel, the less it will hurt. If the band-aid is in a hairy part of your body, ripping it off slowly may be more comfortable. It can help to get a fingernail up under the edge of the band-aid to tease the adhesive away from the skin. This part can feel like it's taking forever, but in order to reduce discomfort, you need to work slowly. Take breaks for as long as you need to in between tugs. This gives your pain reflex a chance to calm down. This process takes extra patience, but you are getting there, slowly but surely. How many times you repeat these steps depends on how big the band-aid is, and how much you are able to peel back each time. Take your time, breathe, and stay relaxed as you work the band-aid off. Remember, if you get bored, though, you can always switch to the quick rip method. | Wash your hands with soap and clean water. Clean the area around the band-aid. Work at one corner of the bandage little-by-little. Lift it a little, tug at it a little more, then rest and repeat until the bandage comes off completely. |
Newspaper burns easily, and makes a great fire starter. Choose 2-3 sheets of newspaper, and tear them each into 3-4 pieces. Then crumple each of the newspaper pieces into a ball. At this point, you’re ready to light one of the newspaper balls on fire. Or, if you prefer, you could place all of the newspaper balls together and use them to light a large piece of wood on fire. If you don't have newspaper, you can use paper towels as tinder instead. They’ll burn in practically the same way. If you’re building an impromptu fire in a rural or secluded area, you can use leaves, grass, or pine needles to start a fire. Bark can also burn well. Find a tree with loose, fibrous bark, and tear 2 or 3 handfuls off. Before starting your fire, shred the leaves or bark with your hands so that the tinder will catch fire more easily. Make sure that natural substances are dry before you attempt to light them on fire. Wet leaves or pine needles will smolder and smoke, but never actually burn. | Use a few sheets of newspaper as tinder if you have some nearby. Collect coarse, dry, natural tinder if you’re building a fire in the forest. |
If you're not familiar with bipolar disorder, it could help to inform yourself about the condition. Knowing why your coworker behaves the way they do could make things more bearable at work. Check out reputable sources like the National Institute on Mental Health at https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/bipolar-disorder/index.shtml or Psych Central at https://psychcentral.com/disorders/bipolar/ to learn more about bipolar disorder. A depressive episode can leave your coworker feeling worthless and overly negative. Counteract this mood by offering them positive encouragement. Tell them how great they performed on an oral presentation or compliment their new work attire. A little praise may go a long way in improving your co-worker's mood. Only offer sincere praise. Never praise them for behaviors or actions you don't truly feel positive about. Improve your co-worker's work conditions— and, ultimately, your own—by making small changes that support their ability to perform. The accommodations you make will depend on your role and your coworker's role in the office. If you are a colleague, you might make concise lists of tasks, so your coworker knows what's expected. You might also suggest that your coworker work in a private room to minimize distractions. If you are a supervisor, you might work with them to find a happy medium that benefits their mood. It may be helpful to have them work from home on some days, or you may reduce their duties as needed. If your bipolar coworker is manic, this could translate to overzealous behavior in the workplace. They may try to change the scope of a project or create unrealistic goals. Be sure to clearly state the aim and scope of your project going in to prevent this. If needed, restate the goal of the project and remind them that this is what you've already agreed on. If they try to push the issue, explain that you will need to reach a consensus with other team members or the boss-- you can't make changes simply because they ask. If your bipolar coworker says something offensive or inappropriate, refrain from reacting. Re-state boundaries as necessary and report offensive behavior to the appropriate authorities. Resist the urge to become angry or argue with the person, as it will likely be unproductive and get out of control. Remain calm by taking a few deep, cleansing breaths. Refuse to give in to demands. Stand firm in your boundaries. Leave the environment if you feel unsafe. You're more likely to respond calmly to your coworker if you have been taking care of your own mental health. Set aside time daily to nourish yourself. Eat balanced meals, adopt a regular workout routine, practice relaxation exercises, and make time for positive social relationships. | Read up on bipolar disorder. Encourage them. Offer practical solutions to their challenges. Clarify the purpose and goals of mutual projects. Stay calm if the person tries to argue with you. Practice self-care. |
Women who are not pregnant need 400 mcg per day. Folic acid, or folate, is a B vitamin which is important for the nervous system. Excellent sources of folic acid include: Whole grain cereals or cereals that are fortified with folic acid Spinach Beans Asparagus Oranges Peanuts Your body absorbs iron best from meat, particularly red meat. However, if you are vegetarian, you can still meet your iron needs by increasing your intake of non-meat foods that are rich in iron. Before menopause women should get 18 mg per day. After menopause, they need 8. Excellent sources of iron include: Red meat. Lean meats are healthiest because they have less fat. Pork Poultry Seafood Beans Peas Spinach Raisins and dried apricots Foods that have iron added, such as some cereals, breads, and pastas. The packaging will tell you if iron has been added. After menopause, women's daily calcium needs increase from 1000 mg per day to 1200. Getting enough calcium is important to prevent osteoporosis. Women can avoid a calcium deficiency by eating: Milk Yogurt Cheese Broccoli Spinach Kale Turnips Collard greens Soy milk and fruit juices which have been fortified with calcium Salmon Vitamin B6 is important for your nerves to function properly. Deficiencies are uncommon, however you can guard against it by eating: Cereals Carrots Peas Spinach Milk Cheese Eggs Fish Flour But don't forget to use sunscreen to prevent burns. The recommended amount for adults is 600 international units per day. For people over 70 an extra 200 per day is recommended. This is important to sustain strong bones in the later in life when people are vulnerable to breaking bones if they fall. You can also get vitamin D by eating: Milk Yogurt Salmon Trout Tuna Halibut vitamin A is important for the visual system, cell growth, and proper immune function. Getting enough vitamin A may even help prevent cancer. You can get vitamin A by eating: Yellow vegetables Liver Kidney Eggs and other dairy In addition to eggs, fortified cereals, fruit, spinach, meat, poultry and nuts, many oils contain vitamin E. These include: Corn oil Cottonseed oil Safflower oil Soybean oil Sunflower oil Argan oil Olive oil Wheat germ oil Vitamin K is needed for blood to be able to clot. Most people get sufficient vitamin K through eating a diet containing: Green leafy vegetables Meat Dairy | Obtain enough folic acid. Eat foods that are rich in iron. Evaluate whether you are getting enough calcium. Eat enough vitamin B6. Spend time in the sun to get enough vitamin D. Eat carrots to get vitamin A. Cook with oils to get sufficient vitamin E. Protect the health of your circulatory system with vitamin K. |
Talking is an innate part of being human and helps you maintain social connections. However, it's also a way to cope with feelings of nervousness and stress. Ask yourself if you may be chattering because you're anxious or feeling awkward, then adopt new habits to help you feel calm and confident. Meditate to calm yourself. Visualize yourself staying calm and allowing others to speak. Spend some time sitting with your emotions. Consider how you're feeling, accept those feelings, and then release them. Journal to help you work through your thoughts. A lot of times, the need to talk is a reaction from being so overly stimulated by things you find on Twitter, a viral video on YouTube, a snap from Snapchat, etc. Spend some time away from those distractions and reconnect with yourself. Find joy in by unplugging and replace mindless distraction with something constructive like arts and crafts projects. Use your hands and draw something. Practice the art of not having a reaction to any and everything that is brought to your attention. Harness that energy and focus it on cutting and pasting things with your hands from scratch. If the people around you seem increasingly disinterested in what you have to say, write it down in a journal. Learn to express yourself while maintaining self restraint in how you impose your thoughts on others. If you're having trouble trying to find where to begin, keep in mind that journaling meant to be a free flow of thoughts – whatever that is to you. It doesn't have to make sense or have a rhyme or reason, etc. Google journaling prompts online to help act as a starting point if need be. Journal in the traditional way with a paper and pen or write your thoughts in an empty document on your PC. Meditation doesn't have to be an intense yogi experience where you sit in absolute silence with your back against the wall as you "om". Take five to ten minutes out of your day to use meditation as a tool to become more aware of your thoughts and appreciative the art of being quiet. You can find several apps to help you with your meditation, including Insight Timer, Calm, and Headspace. If being in absolute silence intimidates you, meditate in other ways and in other areas. Meditate in the shower and center yourself in your thoughts there or allow music to act as soundtrack in those moments. The more you practice, the more at ease with yourself you will become and you will start to realize that you don't have to beg people to notice you through talking. You will realize your power is in your presence and the overcompensation will lessen dramatically. Often the key to being quiet in an organic way is to insert yourself in situations that demand your attention in a healthy way. The best way to accomplish this is to be one with the things that surround you everyday. Take ten to fifteen minutes of your day to go outside and admire the way the sun feels on your skin or the breeze through your hair. Admire the clouds in the sky, their shapes and sizes. Take a walk down a busy street and pay attention to all of the sights and sounds as they pass you by. After a while, see if you can isolate which sounds come from where: a car honk in the distance, a baby crying right next to you, a text message alert, etc. | Identify the reasons why you're talking so much. Unplug from technology. Write your thoughts in journal. Meditate for self awareness. Be an observer of your surroundings. |
Carefully extend the fish tape from one opening to the other. Tape the end of the fish tape tightly onto the cable with electrical tape. Make sure the tape is smooth so the cable can slide through the opening. Then, retract the fish tape to pull the cable through. Move slowly to avoid snagging the cable or damaging it due to kinks or friction. If you're having trouble getting the cable through, try coating the tape with petroleum jelly. It may help if you have someone on the other side of the wall who can pull back on the wire if it gets snagged on anything. If you want to bring the wire up to the attic, tie something to a string and lower it through the hole from above. Once the string reaches the bottom, go down to the lower opening and tie the cable and string together. Pull the string from above to fish the wire through. You can also tie a wad of paper to the end of the string and then use a vacuum to suck the string from one opening to another. A magnet may be the most effective method for long vertical distances or tricky corners. The key is to place the magnet at the stationary end, so it does not attach itself to a metal object in the middle of your wall: Tape a powerful magnet (such as a rare earth magnet) onto the end of the cable. Stick the magnet and cable through one opening. Tie an iron nail or similar object to a fish tape. Lower the nail on the fish tape through the other opening, until it makes contact with the magnet. Remove the magnet and attach the cable end to the fish tape using electrical tape. Retract the fish tape up to thread the cable through. | Pull the cable through with a fish tape. Drop a string from above instead. Draw the wire along with a magnet. |
One reason some people fear success is because they feel that they may lose the important things in their life. For example, you may fear you’ll have less time to spend with your family or that you won't have time to participate in hobbies. But you can ease some of these fears if you take the time to determine what's important to you and how to keep those things in your life.Prioritizing can help stop a fear of success by showing that you don't have to sacrifice the things that are important to you. Make a list of things that are important to you. For example, you might write, “sailing, my family, kickboxing, the dogs, my career, and volunteering.” For each thing that you write, rank how important it is to you. For instance, family might come first, followed by the dogs, career, and so forth. Brainstorm a few ways that you can maintain your priorities. For example, you might write, “If I’m successful I can take more vacation time with my family.” Create a calendar to ensure that time is devoted to each of these priorities. Be flexible and adjust it over time, as you discover what works best for you. Time management is extremely important. Instead of thinking of responsibilities and obligations as large tasks, think of them as smaller chunks. Breaking things down into their smaller parts can help you overcome a fear of success by helping you to feel less overwhelmed by the things you have to do. Achieving success at your smaller tasks may seem less daunting than thinking about succeeding at the whole task. By breaking things down, you are achieving success bit by bit without realizing it. For example, instead of thinking that you have to complete an in-depth report, think to yourself, “First I just need to draft an outline of what will go into the report.” Or, for example, you might think “Being promoted doesn't mean I’m responsible for the success or failure or the company. It means I need to make sure my department is productive as possible.” In some cases, the reasons you fear success come from your childhood, trauma, or deeper issues you need to work through. Professional therapists and counselors have experience, strategies, and techniques that can help you address these issues. Attending therapy also help you identify and address any self-destructive behaviors you have that are limiting your success. Talk to your human resources representative, school counselor, or physician about where you can receive therapy. You might say, “I’d like some information on counselors and therapists in my area.” When you begin therapy you can share your notes about success with them. It might be helpful in showing them what you’ve already thought about, as well as major concerns in your life. One of the common ways people block their own success is by putting off doing important tasks until it's too late. Procrastination is one behavior you’ll need to eliminate as you work to overcome your fear of success. Get organized and put procedures in place to help you stay on task and working towards your goals. Use an accountability partner if you struggle with self-discipline. Meet someone for a few hours of work and encourage this person to prompt you when you get off task. Use an agenda, calendar, or planner to keep track of your responsibilities and obligations. If possible, use something that you can keep with you, like a planner app on your electronic device. Set reminders and deadlines for important tasks and meetings. You may want to set several reminders for each task if you know you’re prone to procrastinate. Organize your physical space and materials so that you don't have to waste time looking for the things you need. This means being aware and accepting how you feel. It also means being aware and present in each moment. Being mindful can help you accept your fear of success and actively overcome it each time it tries to hold you back. Try to focus on only doing one thing at time. It will be much easier to be mindful of how you’re feeling if you aren't multitasking. When you start feeling uncomfortable, take the time to work through it instead of ignoring it or trying to make it stop. Ask yourself what about the situation is making you feel fearful. For example, if you’re working on a project, don't watch TV while you’re doing it. That way you’ll notice if you start feeling anxious. And when you notice you can try to figure out why you feel anxious. | Prioritize your life. Chunk your work. Consider therapy. Avoid procrastination. Be mindful. |
Doing anything to make you feel brand new can be helpful. It's amazing how something so mundane can easily remind a person of their ex. Try to make several changes to feel as if you’re living a much different life than you were before. Change out your playlists. Whether they are for easy-listening or they are your go-to workout songs, make changes so you don't associate specific tunes with your ex. Move furniture into different locations. If you were used to the couch and your ex took the recliner, move them to different locations and claim the recliner. Use different towels in the bathroom. Go for anything different. Size, shape, color, design, texture, change to something foreign. Load your dishwasher a different way. Put the forks where the knives go. Place the plates horizontal instead of vertical. Make it something completely new to you. Delete shows from the DVR. This is especially helpful if it's a show you started watching because your ex liked it. The great thing about being single is you now can choose. You can choose the exact opposite of your ex if you’d like. Leave all memories in the past and find the new love of your life. Pick someone who appreciates what your ex did not. Be careful to avoid the rebound. Don't settle for someone just because you’re used to being in a relationship. Some people see a breakup as a bridge towards improvement. Learn to communicate more effectively. Discover new things about yourself, and how you can improve in the next relationship. You can't control everything. Use this as a way to get over any control issues you may have. Realize there are some things, no matter how hard you try, that will not be as you wish. Learn how to forgive. You may be angry, sad, or depressed, but breakups often serve as a great opportunity to find our kindness. You'll be happier when you realize forgiveness, because your ex will no longer occupy your mind with ill feelings. Express relationship desires more clearly. The result of failure is often analysis and improvement. Figure out what was expressed incorrectly or inefficiently, and learn to tell your future partner precisely what you want in a relationship. Keep in mind that a breakup is an emotional injury and it might take longer than a week to be over your ex. Getting over someone is difficult and you will have a lot of emotions to process, so try to be patient. Just remember that if you keep trying, then you will get there. | Alter your environment. Find someone different. Use the breakup to grow. Take your time. |
If you’ve noticed fleas on your pet, act quickly so that they don't spread to other animals or people. Place your pet in a bathroom, mudroom, or another space without a lot of soft surfaces where fleas can easily hide. It's best to do this in a room with a door so that your pet won't get near other animals or people. This will keep the fleas from spreading as you work on cleaning the house. Make sure your pet is comfortable. Place water and a favorite toy or blanket in their enclosed space so that they feel safe and calm. Keep your pet isolated until you have finished bathing them and cleaning the house. Spread a sheet on the floor and have your pet sit on it. This will catch any fleas that escape the comb. Use a fine-tooth comb to go through all of your pet's hair, frequently dipping the comb into a bowl of water that contains a few drops of dish soap. The dish soap will immobilize the fleas. After you’re done combing, empty the bowl of water down the drain. Flush the drain with some extra water to make sure you've gotten rid of all of the fleas. Bundle the sheet in a plastic bag and close it tightly. This will prevent any living fleas from escaping when you carry the bag to the washing machine. Place your pet in the tub or sink where you usually bathe them and rinse them with warm water. Squeeze a couple of drops of dish soap into your palms and rub the soap into your pet's coat. Take care to avoid getting any soap in their eyes, as it could irritate them. Rinse the pet with more warm water, and then dry them off with a towel. Use soap that is mild, dye-free, and fragrance-free. Dish soap is generally safe to use on pets, but ask your vet if you have any concerns. For example, it may not be safe to bathe some types of rabbit. if you have one. Follow the directions on your steam cleaner and use it on the carpets and furniture in your home. This includes couches, curtains, and beds. The high temperature of the steam will kill the fleas and any eggs. It's also a helpful tool for cleaning hard to reach spots, like deep carpeting. Don't forget the pet beds! If you don't have a steam cleaner, see if you can borrow one from a friend. It's also pretty inexpensive to rent one from a hardware or home improvement store. If you can't borrow or rent a steam cleaner, that's okay. Just skip this step and go straight to vacuuming. Run your vacuum cleaner in each room of your house. Make sure to reach all of your floors, area rugs, and soft furniture, like couches. Throw the bag away outside to make sure any surviving fleas don't escape into your home. If your vacuum doesn't have bags, take the cannister outside to empty it in the outside trash can. in hot water. Gather all of the bedding from all of the beds in your house. This includes sheets, pillowcases, comforters, and mattress covers. Wash them in hot water with your normal detergent. Also wash any bedding that your pet uses, including their pet bed itself. You should also wash towels and any throw blankets that you use. | Isolate your pet from people and other animals. Comb your pet to get rid of their fleas. Bathe your pet with warm water and dish soap. Use a steam cleaner Vacuum your floors and furniture. Wash all of your bedding |
If a person expresses disagreement with or disapproval of you in a way that makes you feel shameful and guilty, or if they call you names or attack you in some other way, they’re likely being a destructively critical frenemy. When a true friend disagrees with you or your actions, they are instead constructively critical. This usually involves offering loving advice and help that doesn't leave you feeling judged. Frenemies often mask their destructive criticism with humor. A frenemy may even have something negative or critical to say about your accomplishments and good fortune, or they might blame you for their own failures or misfortunes. While a true friend always keeps your wants and needs in mind, a frenemy will rarely make an effort to make your life easier or better. For example, if you’ve been a vegetarian for years and the person invites you and others over for a meat-heavy dinner with no alternative options, then they’re likely being purposely inconsiderate. While it may not seem like it on the surface, a person who gives you lots of attention, tells you their secrets, and asks you personal questions right away probably doesn't have your best interest at heart. Recognize immediate obsession with you as a red flag. Frenemies try to get too close to you too soon because they want you to feel tied to them. They’re probably giving you attention because they want it back for themselves. Frenemies are often masters at the art of backhanded compliments, which are those compliments that sound okay at first but turn out to be offensive. If this sounds familiar, you might have a frenemy on your hands. For example, they may say something like: "I like it when you wash your hair; that's when it looks pretty." This is suggesting that you are ugly without your hair washed. When trying to figure out if someone is your frenemy, listen to your instincts. How does being with this person leave you feeling? Use your feelings to identify whether or not this is a healthy, positive, genuine relationship. If you feel uplifted in their presence, then they most likely aren't a frenemy. If they typically leave you feeling drained, defensive, and unsupported, they might be a frenemy. | Identify a frenemy by their destructive criticism. Recognize a frenemy by their lack of consideration. Spot a frenemy by their immediate, persistent interest in you. Recognize a frenemy by their backhanded compliments. Reflect on how you feel after spending time with the person. |
The child is at their wits' end, and if you get agitated or start yelling, then that will only further stress them. Instead, take some deep breaths and handle the situation as calmly and compassionately if you can. If they are still semi-verbal, you can try asking what's wrong. Trying to control the child through yelling, threats of punishment, or grabbing them is likely to backfire. You want to decrease stress, not increase it. A meltdown is the result of too much stress, so anything that removes stress is likely to make the meltdown shorter and less dramatic. If any loved ones are nearby, you can have them help you do tasks like pausing a movie or handling a shopping cart while you take the child out. Shoo away bystanders. Minimize talking. The child may be too stressed to process many words. Retract any demands placed on the child. Fix any upsetting sensory input (such as loud music or bright lights). Help them remove any uncomfortable clothing if they're trying to get it off. Sometimes, autistic kids get so stressed that they start hurting themselves in order to drown out everything else. Figure out what sense they're targeting, and see if you can give them sensory stimulation in a safer way. After the meltdown, you can talk to the child about whether you helped and what you could do next time. Reduce the harm: Put a thick cushion between them and whatever they're hitting. Move sharp or dangerous objects away from the child. Provide a good alternative. For example, a child who is hitting might be willing to hit the couch or push the wall. Target the appropriate sense. A biting or hitting child needs deep pressure, such as a tight squeeze. A screaming child needs auditory stimulation, so blast loud music, and try moving around the speakers. A child who throws things needs vestibular input, so get them to spin, jump, or swing. Continue until the child stops you. Remove the child from the area if possible, and take them somewhere quiet such as an unoccupied room or a peaceful place outdoors. If they have a calming down corner, let them use it. Do your best to make the area quiet and peaceful for them. A quiet place is ideal because it can help reduce sensory overload and let the child recover without interruptions. This can be difficult if you are stuck somewhere, such as on an airplane. If this is the case, you may be able to use items like hoodies, headphones, and a tablet to get them "in their own world" for a while. Think about whatever tends to help the child calm down. Offer it, without forcing it if the child declines. (They may not want it if they're too overwhelmed.) Do your best to make coping strategies available, without pushing. A favorite toy A hand to hold Their favorite music A tight hug (but only if they agree to it first) Sometimes, the child may want a comforting presence to snuggle, hold hands, or listen to their woes. Other times, they might prefer to calm down alone. Ask "Would you like me to stay with you?" and act according to their answer. If you leave them, try giving them something to do (like a book, tablet, or simple activity like a coloring book). This can help them calm down and focus on something comforting. If they need constant supervision, try sitting nearby. You can use this time to check your email or read a good book. A meltdown is an exhausting ordeal. Depending on the severity of the meltdown, recovery may take anytime from 30 minutes to the rest of the day. Allow them to rest on their own schedule. | Act in a calm and reassuring manner. Reduce sensory input and stressors as much as possible. Focus on harm reduction if they start self-injuring. Help the child take a break. Offer something calming as they regain awareness of their surroundings. Ask them if they want you to stay. Give them time to recover. |
This wind speed works for most kites, although medium speed winds are ideal. It will be difficult to fly a kite in winds that are either slower or faster than this speed. Check the weather app on your phone or computer to see how fast the winds are blowing on a given day. You can also look at the tops of trees, bushes, and the leaves to see how fast the wind is blowing; for example, when the wind is able to move leaves off of the ground, the flying conditions are ideal. Parks, the beach, and open fields are great places to fly a kite. Try to avoid flying your kite near power lines, buildings, roads, airports, and trees. Additionally, if you are flying a dual line kite, create distance between yourself and other people in the park, and make sure others know to stand behind you. Remember that the more space you have, the more line you can let out and the higher your kite will fly. The electricity in rain clouds is attracted to wet kite lines. To avoid getting shocked, never fly your kite in a rain or thunderstorm. | Fly your kite in 5 to 25 mph winds. Choose big, open spaces to fly your kite. Avoid flying your kite in rain and lightning. |
Spread the word among friends, family and acquaintances that you have a cat in need of a home. Word of mouth recommendation is helpful as you are more likely to know something about the person who has come forward and be assured of their good character. They may know of someone looking for a cat. Also, they often know of people who have recently lost a cat and have space in their hearts to welcome a new feline friend. Put an ad in a local paper, online, or on the bulletin board of your local grocery store or place of worship. However, do not be naive and offer the cat to anyone who answers the ad. Prepare a list of questions to ask potential adopters so that you can judge whether the cat is going to a loving home. A good question to ask is "What happened to your previous pet?" If their previous cat died in their sleep aged 20, that is a good answer. If the cat was killed in a traffic collision, then ask them what provision they have put in place to stop this happening again. If they surrendered their last cat to the shelter, then think carefully before handing the cat over and be sure that their circumstances have changed hugely and that they are prepared to put provisions in place, such as pet insurance, in order to meet all possible eventualities. Avoid advertising a cat as "Free to a good home." Unfortunately, people who have been rejected by standard places to get a pet (such as from a shelter) may resort to getting pets from want ads. Some unscrupulous people who arrange dog fights will source cats from free ads to use as bait to get the dogs riled up, so don't risk this happening. At very least, ask for money to cover any veterinary expenses you have accrued or ask for a donation to the local shelter. Ask for guidance in finding the cat a home but also discuss the option of the cat going to the shelter. Unfortunately shelters are full to bursting with unwanted pets, and they are often too full to take in more. If you do happen to find a shelter with a slot, be certain to find out if they have a no-kill policy. Some shelters are so overwhelmed that they have to euthanize a high percentage of those they take in. In some cases the kill rate is as high as 95%, so be sure you understand what you are signing the cat up for. If the cat is a pedigree, investigate a specific rehoming group. Groups exist dedicated to rehoming specific purebred cats. They will take the cat on or find a foster home, while they find a home among enthusiasts for the breed. Search online or ask your vet for details. One such organization is called the Cats Protection League. They may be able to take the cat in. If they can't take the cat in, they may be able to offer one of their officials to do a home check on the person you find to adopt the cat. | Find a new owner among your acquaintances. Consider contacting your local vet. Advertise the cat. Approach a shelter. Find a specialty group that would be interested in helping you home the cat. Consider approaching charities specifically involved in rehoming cats. |
. Build your fire and allow it to burn for about half an hour before you start cooking the apples. As the wood burns, it will break apart and form a layer of red-hot coals. These coals provide a hot, even surface for cooking food. Don't try to roast your apples directly over the flame. They will char instead of cooking. Use a fire poker to spread the coals into an even layer. Make sure they're still close enough to the flame to remain hot. Use a vegetable brush to scrub the skins, then pat them dry with a towel. Any type of apples will work, but Granny Smith or Red Delicious apples make great campfire-roasted apples. Use either an apple corer or a paring knife to remove the cores and hollow out the apples. Don't cut all the way through, though. Keep the bottoms intact, since you're going to fill the apples with the remaining ingredients. If you're using a paring knife, make four deep slices around the stem of the apples. Use a spoon to scoop out the core and seeds. If you accidentally cut through the bottom of an apple, simply reinsert the bottom piece to block the bottom of the hole. Poke shallow score marks into the skin all around the apples. This will allow heat to penetrate to the middle of the apples as they roast. Evenly distribute the brown sugar and cinnamon among the four apples. Then evenly distribute the butter cubes among the four apples. Drop the cubes directly into the holes so that they rest on top of the sugar mixture. Take one apple and place it upright on a large piece of aluminum foil. Gather the edges of the foil to the top of the apple and twist, so that the apple is completely wrapped with a foil "handle" on top. Repeat with each remaining apple. Place the wrapped apples directly on top of the burning coals. Roast them for 45 minutes to an hour, depending on how hot your coals are. Use tongs to rotate the apples (keeping them upright) two or three times to ensure they cook evenly on all sides. When you can feel the apples give when you poke the foil with the tongs, they're ready to come out of the fire. Let them cool for a few minutes, then carefully unwrap the aluminum foil. The apples should be soft and steaming. Serve them with spoons that can be used to scoop out the flesh. | Prepare your campfire Wash and dry the apples. Core the apples to within 1/2 inch of the bottom. Use a knife to score the apples. Fill the apples. Wrap the apples in aluminum foil. Roast the apples. Unwrap the apples. |
The user manual should be written for the audience -- those who will be purchasing your product or service and reading the user manual. An audience analysis will tell you who your main or target audience will be and will guide your writing. Talk to people who will use your device. Offer test users prototypes of the device and a draft of the user manual under controlled conditions. Solicit these test users’ feedback about things that are not obvious or confusing in the user directions and incorporate changes into your user manual based on this feedback. You can never please your entire audience; write the manual to suit the target or largest audience. Think about the audience's age, health (do they have illnesses, learning impairments, or disabilities?), and educational level to determine the best approach to writing the user guide. If you were part of the team that helped design and develop the device or product, it might be hard to look at the product objectively in order to explain its operation. You might, therefore, want to solicit the advice of a writer (preferably one with experience in writing instructions) and graphic designer in order to help you draft the user manual. You could choose these individuals from an outside consultancy or from your own company or organization. A task analysis is the process of identifying and organizing the steps needed to use the device. A thorough task analysis will identify the materials and equipment (such as batteries, medications, or other user-provided products) needed for each step, as well as the actions, errors, and troubleshooting advice that each step might require. If you have a product that can perform many different tasks or sub-tasks, you will need to perform a task analysis on each task. For instance, in a car, you can honk the horn, strap yourself in, and turn your headlights on or off. Create a task analysis for each of these as needed. These requirements ensure that products are produced with user safety in mind, and will limit user exposure to dangerous conditions such as radiation and electrocution. Advertisements must demonstrate clearly what the purpose and basic operational guidelines of a product are, and you should use these sources when writing your user manual. For the user manual of a product to be effective, it needs to be written in concert with labels affixed directly to the product. Ensure your device is legally licensed for sale before writing instruction manual. There are several important ways you can streamline your manual. You should place a bold heading at the start of each section with each word capitalized. For instance, “Setting Up Your Device,” “Operating Your Device,” and “Troubleshooting” could all be bold section headings. Another way to streamline your manual is to use two columns, one on the right with text and the other just to the left of the text with bullet points, numbers, or small icons like warning signs or red exclamation marks. Your manual might be mostly images with some text beneath each image to explain the device, or it could be primarily text with only a few accompanying images. You could also use a flow chart to provide the user with directions. Think about your product and how each method might be of use when writing your user manual. However, avoid mixing different layouts within a manual. Choose one and stick with it. | Do an audience analysis. Coordinate the design of the user manual. Do a task analysis. Ensure your product complies with labeling and marketing clearance requirements. Decide on your manual’s layout. |
Your battery has to be either Nickel-Metal Hybrid (NiMH) or Nickel-Cadmium (NiCD) in order for this method to work. If you do this method with the wrong battery, the battery will likely be destroyed. All Macs have lithium batteries, and many modern Windows computers also use lithium batteries. You shouldn't perform this process on a computer with a non-removable battery, as doing so will either require you to remove the battery (which can void your computer's warranty) or freeze the whole computer (which will ruin your computer). Your laptop must be completely turned off and unplugged before you attempt to remove the battery, as failing to do so may result in an electric shock. In most cases, you'll remove the bottom of the laptop and unclip the battery from there, though your laptop may have a battery release button on the bottom instead. You'll want to do this to add a buffer between your battery and the second bag you'll use. This will ensure that the battery doesn't get damp while freezing. Avoid using a regular plastic bag for this, as the battery may accumulate moisture in such a bag. Doing so will give the battery enough time to restore at least part of its lifespan. You can leave the battery in for as long as 12 hours, but leaving it in any longer than that may cause the battery to leak. Once your battery has spent enough time in the freezer, you can remove it, dry it off if needed, allow it to come back to room temperature, and then plug it back into your laptop. You should be able to charge the battery from there. | Make sure you don't have a lithium battery. Turn off and unplug your laptop. Remove the battery. Place the battery in a soft cloth bag. Place the bagged battery in a Ziploc bag. Leave the battery in the freezer for 10 hours. Recharge the battery. |
First impressions count for a lot, especially if you’ve never even spoken to your crush. Make sure you look presentable whenever you know there's a chance you might see her. Take a shower, comb your hair, brush your teeth, and apply deodorant. You’ll be glad you did once you get close. If you’re a guy, it's also a good idea to keep your nails clipped and your facial hair neat and well-groomed. A spritz of cologne or perfume can make you more pleasant to be around. Just be careful not to overdo it! 1-2 light sprays around your wrists, neck, chest, or underarms should be more than enough to lend you the subtle allure you're looking for. Don't just throw on the same t-shirt and ratty jeans combo every morning and call it a day. Take the time to piece together outfits that complement your frame and convey a sense of style, and don't be afraid to experiment with new looks. You never know what a given item or ensemble might do for you, or what kind of duds she prefers. Pick out clothes that say something about what you like or how you see yourself. What you wear is not only a way of catching her eye, but also a means of self-expression. Like it or not, the way you dress says a lot about you. In fact, clothing is among the first things that most women notice. If you always look like you picked your outfit of the day out of the hamper at random, she may assume that you’re just as sloppy in other ways. Start exercising regularly to improve your physique. You might crank out some cardio to trim down a couple pounds, or hit the weights to add a little more muscle to your frame. Either way, you’re bound to start turning heads—specifically hers. For best results, be sure to accompany your new workout regimen with a balanced diet, some health-promoting supplements, and lots of quality sleep. Working out won't just make you look better. It will build your confidence, give you extra energy, and help you feel more comfortable in your own skin. Smiling is your face's way of advertising that you’re a likable person. The next time you cross paths with your crush, flash her a smile so warm she’ll have to open a window. If she shoots you one back, you’ll know you’re on the right track. In case you need more convincing, scientific studies suggest that people tend to be more attractive when they smile. A dazzling smile can be a great icebreaker, but try not to force it. It will be obvious to her and exhausting for you. Ditch the corny pick-up lines and let your eyes do the talking. Whether you’re right in front of her or all the way across a crowded room, make an effort to meet her gaze and hold it for an extended moment. In that moment, you have an opportunity to make a deep connection without ever saying a word. Remember, it's rude to stare. Let your pupils dance just long enough for her to feel the magic, then break the spell and leave her longing for your next glance. Watching for her to initiate eye contact with you can also give you a clue that she's buying what you’re selling. | Practice good basic hygiene. Wear clothes that accentuate your best features. Get in shape. Smile at her to signal that you’re friendly and approachable. Draw her in with flirtatious eye contact. |
Use a conventional 20 x 13cm tin or a muffin tin. Place them in a large mixing bowl and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Continue beating until the mixture is completely combined. Stir together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, cinnamon and ginger until fully combined. Use a wooden spoon to fold the dry ingredients in until they're just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix, since this will cause the loaf to come out too dense. If desired, stir in 50g chopped pecans, walnuts, almonds or chocolate chips (or a combination of all of your favorites). Mix until just combined. Use the back of the spoon to level the top. The loaf is ready when a toothpick poked into the center comes out clean. Serve the loaf with butter or whipped cream. | Preheat the oven to 160C/fan 180C/gas 4. Butter a loaf tin. Beat the sugar and butter. Add the eggs, bananas and buttermilk. Mix the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Stir the dry mixture into the batter. Spoon the batter into the loaf tin. Bake the loaf for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool before slicing. |
Using a dress that is already the length that you would like to shorten your dress to is an easy way to ensure that you will get a good result. Check your closet for dresses that are the ideal length to use as a guide. Try to find a dress with a similar cut to your dress as well. For example, if your dress has an A-line skirt, then try to find another dress with an A-line skirt that you can use as a guide. If you do not have a dress that is the length you want, then you can also try on the dress and use a measuring tape to find the length you want. Do this while you are standing up. Extend the measuring tape from your natural waist to the place you want the hem to end and mark the length using a piece of chalk. Then, repeat this all the way around using the same measurement. If you have a friend who can help you, then you might also ask them to do this for you. It can be difficult to get the measurements while you are also wearing the dress. When you have identified the length you want, you will need to trace the new hemline onto your dress. If you are using a dress as a guide, then lay it over the top of your longer dress and use a piece of chalk to trace the hemline of the shorter dress. If you are using the chalk marks you made while wearing the dress, then you can just connect these marks. If you are using another dress as a guide, then make sure that the two dresses are lined up at the shoulders. This will help to ensure that your new hem will be the same length as the one on your other dress. You will need to cut your new hem a little lower than the chalk line you made on your dress. This is because you will be folding the fabric up and sewing to cover the raw edges of the fabric. To make room for the hem fold, measure 1” (2.5 cm) from the line you marked on the dress and draw a new chalk line that is parallel to it. Mark the distance from the line in a few different places to ensure that you get an even line. | Get a dress that is already the length you want. Measure the length if you do not have a dress to use as a guide. Trace the hemline. Measure 1” (2.5cm) from the line for seam allowance. |
By watching a variety of movies and dance videos, you can get an idea of what you like and what you want to learn. Next, you can move on to instructional videos to start learning dance moves. Try a class that covers a variety of dances to see what you like. In addition, the instructor can provide you with instruction on proper safety techniques. Evidence shows that you can learn a great deal by watching other people. In fact, psychologically speaking, observing other people dancing lets your brain add to the mental maps that you're already making regarding dance move. Plus, you can see how certain moves are supposed to look when done properly. Take in a professional show to see professionals at work, or even visit a local college that offers dance. Often, the schools will have showcases that are open to the public. You'll be able to observe other dancers and even copy moves. Plus, if you try a variety of dance clubs, it will help you decide on the type of dance you'll love. Try everything from hip-hop clubs to ones that feature country music and two-stepping. Don't be afraid to jump in, and give the moves a try. You don't have to stick with it forever. Just chose something you enjoy. You can try ballet, contemporary, jazz, ballroom, or even country dancing to begin your dance lessons. Do you want to dance professionally, or do you just want cool dance moves for Saturday night? Are you trying to learn to ballroom dance for your wedding? Decide on what skill level you want to achieve because that will determine your level of commitment. For instance, dancing professionally takes years of committed practice and classes, but you can probably learn to dance for your wedding in a month or two. | Use videos and movies. Take an introductory class. Observe professionals. Visit a variety of dance clubs. Decide on a genre to focus on. Set goals for yourself. |
One of the best parts of being a freelancer is the independence. Generally, you’ll be able to work from wherever you want! It's a good idea to set up an area in your home that is a dedicated workspace. Choose somewhere that is quiet and where other members of your household will know not to bother you. You might use an alcove, a spare bedroom, or a corner of the den as your writing space. Make sure you have all of your necessary supplies, like your computer, notepad, research, and a good source of light. You might decide that you like to get out of the house some days. Choose a coffee shop in your neighborhood that has an ambiance that you like and work there whenever you like. Even though you’re your own boss as a freelancer, it's still a good idea to develop some kind of routine. Otherwise, it can be tricky to focus on your work that needs to be done. Figure out what time of day works best for you to write and set that time aside each day for work. For example, if you’re a morning person, aim to start work bright and early. If you hit an afternoon slump, you’ll already have gotten your work done for the day. Maybe you work best when your kids are down for a nap. Make sure to devote that time to writing each day. You can choose whether you want to be paid by the hour or by the project. When coming up with a number, consider your experience and expertise. You want to make sure that you are paid enough to make it worth your while, but you shouldn't ask for a lot more than the going rate. You can get a sense for what other freelancers charge by looking at their websites. Don't be afraid to negotiate to earn more than what the client initially offers you. Many freelancers say that the hardest part of the job is not knowing when they’ll get paid. To save yourself some stress, let your clients know that you expect payment up front. If they don't want to pay the whole cost, you can at least ask for part of your fee as a retainer. Make a budget of expenses. Keep track of the income you earn from freelance writing. Note the amount you make for each job. If you find you’re not earning enough, try to get more jobs next month. Make sure to set aside money to pay your taxes. As a freelancer, you likely won't have an employer withholding your wages. | Find a space to write that is free from distraction. Develop a regular work schedule. Decide on a minimum pay rate. Collect pay upfront to reduce your stress. Track your income to make sure you’re meeting your financial goals. |
Though you may be tempted to act out or confront the person, sometimes the best response is to ignore gossip. Just think: the person didn't give you the consideration of saying what they said to your face. Don't give them the consideration of taking it any further. Stop the negativity train by completely ignoring it. Many people gossip for attention or to get a reaction. If you ignore the gossipers, they may get bored and stop talking about you. Another great response to gossipers is a pleasant attitude. They will be bewildered as to how you could treat them so kindly when they have spoken negatively about you. Plus, if you reinforce your upbeat attitude, you may make the person feel guilty for talking about you in the first place. Pay the other person a genuine compliment, like, “Wow, you worked really hard on these flyers, Rose! The graphics look great.” Try to sound genuine, especially when giving compliments. You don't want to come off as sarcastic or insincere, as this will only make things worse. If you can't find something to compliment them on, try helping them instead. For example, you could open a door for them or help them carry something heavy. If you have to spend a lot of time with people who talk about you behind your back, keep them at arm's length. Just because you have to be around them doesn't mean you have to act like their best pal. Be cordial, but refuse to get close to gossipers. Don't tell them anything personal about you, which could later serve as ammo for even more gossip. Chatting is not the only way gossipers can get personal information. If you suspect that they might gossip, don't give them your user name on social media. If a dear friend or acquaintance was the one who told you about the gossip, you may want to make sure this person has your best interests in mind. Most good friends would rather not spread any negative information about you that may hurt your feelings. If this person is involved in the rumors, try to find out why they felt the need to come and tell you, and how they reacted to the rumors. You might ask questions like, "How did you know this was going around?" or "What did you say when they were spreading that rumor?" You may even simply ask, "Why are you telling me this?" to better understand their motives. You don't necessarily have to end your relationship with the messenger. But, it may be wise to watch this person more closely. They may not be as innocent as they try to appear to be. They could be fueling the gossip rather than trying to stop it. Let the messenger know that if someone has a problem with you or something you did, you’d rather them tell you about it directly than spread gossip. Say something like, “Next time you hear Aunt Margaret gossiping about me, please ask her to talk to me directly.” If you are being talked about, then you know how terrible it feels. However, you aren't helping matters if you are guilty of gossiping, too. Some people just like to discuss others’ business, but they can't do that if they don't have an audience. The next time someone tries to gossip to you, say, “You know, this is starting to feel like gossip. I’d rather not talk about her if she's not here to defend herself.” If you gossip about other people, then people will find it more difficult to take you seriously when you ask them to stop gossiping about you. If malicious gossip is interfering with your performance at work or school, you may need to take the problem to a higher-up. A teacher, principal, or supervisor may be able to put a stop to the problem. You might say, “I’m having trouble with another student/coworker. I think this person is spreading rumors about me and it's really affecting my ability to focus at school/work. Can you talk to them?” The student or employee in question may have a reputation for gossiping or bullying, so your superior may want to take disciplinary action. | Do nothing. Treat them with kindness. Set limits with gossipers. Verify the motives of the messenger. Don’t engage in gossip. Talk to someone in authority. |
Serious cases of cellulitis will spread beyond the initially infected region to become systemic and impact the rest of the body. One common sign of systemic cellulitis is swollen lymph glands. You should consider that: Lymph glands nearest to the infection will swell first. Lymph glands may become tender and exhibit pain when touched. Swollen lymph glands indicate that the infection is spreading well beyond the initially infected region and the patient requires immediate medical care. Lymph nodes are located on your neck, in your armpits, and around your groin, among other places. While systemic symptoms vary from patient to patient, bad cases of cellulitis can cause someone to experience a fever or chills. The fever or chills might seem to go and come with no predictability; however, the worse the infection is, the more the fever and chills will persist. Fever is an indication of a serious case of systemic infection. See your doctor immediately if your case of cellulitis is accompanied by fever and/or chills. A doctor might advise Tylenol or other fever reducing medicines. People who suffer from a serious case of cellulitis may experience fatigue for no apparent reason. They will feel tired and drained of energy. A feeling of fatigue is a systemic symptom that indicates a case of cellulitis that is expanding. Consult your doctor immediately if your cellulitis is accompanied by prolonged fatigue. Another symptom of a serious systemic case of cellulitis is when the patient sweats for no clear reason. Sweating may or may not be accompanied by fatigue, fever, and or chills. Regardless, a case of cellulitis accompanied by sweating is an indication that the infection is expanding and affecting more than the area of initial infection. Many serious cases of cellulitis will have associated pain emanating from the infected area. This pain will seem much more severe than the size of the infection would suggest. If you have an infection with intense pain, you should contact a doctor immediately. Lymphangitic spread appears as red lines emanating outward from the infected area. If you observe this spreading, it means that your cellulitis is potentially severe. Observed spreading indicates that the infection is radiating outward and will become a systemic infection if it goes untreated. | Watch from swollen glands. Notice if you experience fever and/or chills. Feel fatigued for no apparent reason. Notice if you are sweating for no apparent reason. Pay attention to pain that seems more serious than the size of the infection would indicate. Observe lymphangitic spread. |
. Tell your romantic partner clearly and directly what your bisexuality means to you. You could say, "I'm bisexual, which to me means that I'm romantically attracted to people regardless of gender." Make it clear whether this will change your relationship or not. You could say, "I want you to know that this doesn't change how I feel about you. I don't want to explore other relationships. This is an important part of who I am, though, so I wanted you to know." Listen to your partner and answer their questions honestly. Be patient with them. They might need time to process this information, and that's okay. . Find a good time to talk to your parents, and then be honest with them. You can say, "Mom, I'm bisexual. I've started dating a girl/I have a crush on a girl, so I wanted you to know that." Explain to them what being bisexual means to you, and that you have thought carefully about your sexuality. Your parents might indicate that they had already figured this out, or the conversation might get pretty emotional. Be prepared for your parents to react in these ways: Asking what they did wrong Crying or grieving Asking if you are sure Asking if you just need more attention If you are a minor, you’re probably still living at home. Even if you’ve moved away to college, you might still be financially dependent on one or both parents. If you have any concerns that your parents might not be supportive, you might want to wait to tell them that you are bisexual. You don't want to risk no longer having a place to live or losing out on help with your tuition (such as money for college). This is also something to consider if you live with your partner. Before telling them, you might want to take steps to make sure you are capable of being financially independent. Before you tell anyone at work, check your employer's non-discrimination policy. Make sure that you are protected from workplace discrimination. Then, you can talk to your co-workers in the same way that you talk to a friend. You could say, "I just wanted to let you know that I'm bisexual. We've become work friends, and this is an important part of who I am, so I wanted to let you know." Don't feel like you have to come out at work. Only do so if you are pretty certain you will find support. Even if your workplace has a non-discrimination policy, you may want to consider the people who are your supervisors. Do they support these non-discrimination rules or have they given you reasons to think they don't? It's essential that you are open with your doctor about your bisexuality. Bisexual women, in particular, often face health risks that are less common in cisgender straight people or lesbian women. Tell your doctor that you are bisexual and give any necessary details about your sexual history. Remember, they are not there to judge you. If your doctor seems confused or judgemental, it's time to look for a new doctor. They should be supportive. | Talk to your partner Come out to your parents Think about whether or not you are dependent on that person. Tell someone at work. Talk to your doctor. |
Learning to control an environment without hand-crafted rewards or expert data remains challenging and is at the frontier of reinforcement learning research.We present an unsupervised learning algorithm to train agents to achieve perceptually-specified goals using only a stream of observations and actions.Our agent simultaneously learns a goal-conditioned policy and a goal achievement reward function that measures how similar a state is to the goal state.This dual optimization leads to a co-operative game, giving rise to a learned reward function that reflects similarity in controllable aspects of the environment instead of distance in the space of observations.We demonstrate the efficacy of our agent to learn, in an unsupervised manner, to reach a diverse set of goals on three domains -- Atari, the DeepMind Control Suite and DeepMind Lab. | Unsupervised reinforcement learning method for learning a policy to robustly achieve perceptually specified goals. |
Your eyes may be bigger than your stomach, so consider how much you would like to eat before glancing at the options. Decide how many times you will permit yourself to visit the buffet. Craft a plan and commit to it before hopping in line. Perhaps you will allow yourself to have a small starter, one healthy plate, and a small dessert, or perhaps you would like to have two moderately sized plates for dinner. When you begin to fill up your plate at a buffet, imagine that the plate is divided into four sections. This will help you visualize what a healthy meal should look like. One half of your plate should be reserved for vegetables and fruits, one quarter of the plate should contain a lean protein, and the last quadrant is reserved for whole grains. Focus on filling about half or even three-fourths of these quadrants with vegetables and fruits. Try to fill up on low-calorie, nutrient-rich vegetables and fruits to control your calorie intake while fueling your body. Scan the buffet and look for healthy, lean proteins such as fish, turkey, or chicken. Plan to limit your red meat intake, and avoid processed meats, bacon, and cold cuts. To control your portion sizes, grab a piece of protein that is similar in size to a stacked deck of cards. This should fill about one quadrant of your plate. Look for whole grains like quinoa, whole wheat pasta, or brown rice to fill up the last quadrant of your plate. Avoid processed grains like white rice, white pasta, and white bread. This should fill up the last quadrant of your plate, and should be similar to the size of a hockey puck. Looking at all the delicious food on a buffet may make you very hungry and eager to get back to the table to chow down, but be careful not to eat too quickly. Once you have satisfied your hunger, it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to pick up the signal. When you eat slowly, you are giving your brain time to catch up with your stomach to tell you that you are full. Eating slowly can help you consume fewer calories and prevent you from visiting the buffet one too many times. | Decide how much to eat before you look at the buffet. Imagine your plate is divided in quadrants. Fill your plate with vegetables and fruits. Portion out proteins. Eat a variety of whole grains. Eat slowly to control your food intake. |
In multi-agent systems, complex interacting behaviors arise due to the high correlations among agents.However, previous work on modeling multi-agent interactions from demonstrations is primarily constrained by assuming the independence among policies and their reward structures."In this paper, we cast the multi-agent interactions modeling problem into a multi-agent imitation learning framework with explicit modeling of correlated policies by approximating opponents’ policies, which can recover agents' policies that can regenerate similar interactions.", 'Consequently, we develop a Decentralized Adversarial Imitation Learning algorithm with Correlated policies, which allows for decentralized training and execution.Various experiments demonstrate that CoDAIL can better regenerate complex interactions close to the demonstrators and outperforms state-of-the-art multi-agent imitation learning methods.Our code is available at \\url. | Modeling complex multi-agent interactions under multi-agent imitation learning framework with explicit modeling of correlated policies by approximating opponents’ policies. |
It's located at https://www.pinterest.com/. If you're already logged into Pinterest, this will open your home page. If you aren't logged into Pinterest, click Log in in the top-right corner of the page, enter your username and password, and click Log in. This is the person-shaped icon in the top-right corner of the page. You'll see this box on the left side of the page. It's the top field in the pop-up window on this page. You can also click the Secret button to prevent other people from seeing your board. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. Doing so will create your board. | Go to the Pinterest website. Click the profile icon. Click Create board. Type a name for your board into the "Name" field. Click Create. |
Homemade bread is a luxury that many elderly people cannot afford or make. Make several loaves and place the extras in the freezer, so that they can defrost and eat them at a later date. If it's hard for an older person to cook or navigate the kitchen, then a casserole is ideal. They can heat it up and eat this comfort food for days. " If you live nearby the person, promise to make a meal and it eat with them every month. This gesture will taste good and be an uplifting event for their year. Many elderly people spent years canning their own jams, jellies, pickles and more. Bring back memories and provide delicious, long-lasting food by giving something that may be sitting in your pantry. | Bake bread. Make a casserole. Give a personal gift certificate for a "meal of the month club. Gift your homemade canned goods. |
Beans and most peas prefer full sun. Observe your yard throughout the day, and note which areas get good sunlight. Since afternoon sunlight can be intense, go for a spot that gets lots of light in the morning, but is partly shaded later in the day. Some peas do well in partial shade, or 4 to 6 hours of sun. When you go shopping for seeds, check the plant's light preferences on the package's label. Use a hoe or garden spade to dig into and turn over the soil. Lightly water the soil beforehand to make it easier to till. Turn all of the soil in the area where you plan on planting your vegetables. Beans and peas thrive in well-draining soil. If you have dense soil, add at least 10 to 15 lb (4.5 to 6.8 kg) of sand or well-aged manure and compost when you till. Try digging a shallow hole, then water it for about a minute with your hose. If the water sits in a puddle and doesn't really drain, you'll need to amend it with organic matter or sand. You can also pick up a handful of soil and form it into a ball. If it holds a compact shape and doesn't crumble much, your soil is dense. Check a fertilizer's 3 NPK numbers. Choose one with 0 or 1 as the first number and high second and third numbers, such as 0-10-10. Spread the fertilizer over your planting area, then mix it into the soil. The 3 NPK numbers refer to a fertilizer's nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) contents. A 0-10-10 bag of fertilizer is 10% phosphorus and 10% potassium; the rest is substrate, or filler. Beans and peas don't require much fertilizer, and they can absorb nitrogen from the air. Frequent or heavy applications will lead to abundant foliage, but fewer pods. To test pH, mix 1 part each of soil and distilled water, insert a test strip into the mixture for 20 to 30 seconds, then compare the strip's color with the kit's color key. Beans and peas need slightly acidic soil; aim for a pH of 6.0 to 6.5. If your soil's pH is greater than 6.5, add an acidifier, such as sulfur or aluminium sulphate. Find acidifiers and other soil amendments at a garden center. Read the instructions, and sprinkle the amount specified to meet your target pH. As a rule of thumb, sprinkle 4 to 8 oz (110 to 230 g) of sulfur per square yard or meter, then rake or hoe it into the soil. If your soil is too acidic, add an alkaline amendment, such as lime. It's best to test and amend your soil's pH during warm weather. Additionally, you should add an acidifier to your soil at least 3 months before planting to ensure it has time to take effect. | Choose a spot that gets at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight. Till the soil to a depth of 8 to 10 in (20 to 25 cm). Add about 5 lb (2.3 kg) of low or no nitrogen fertilizer. Acidify your soil if the pH is above 6.5. |
After you have written your reference page, you'll need to revise it to ensure the formatting is correct. Two basic formatting considerations are as follows: Double-space your reference page just as you double-spaced the rest of your paper. Use hanging indention. Hanging indentation is when the first line of each reference is all the way over to the left, while any subsequent lines are indented. In the following examples, "Georgina Roberts" is the author, and "Eating Pie for Dinner" is the title of the book. The publisher is Great Books for Eating, located in Waco, Texas. The date of publication is 2002. "Print" is the medium of publication. MLA: Roberts, Georgina. Eating Pie for Dinner. Waco: Great Books for Eating, 2002. Print. APA: Roberts, G. (2002). Eating pie for dinner. Waco, Texas: Great Books for Eating. Chicago: Roberts, Georgina. Eating Pie for Dinner. Waco, Texas: Great Books for Eating, 2002. ASA: Roberts, Georgina. 2002. Eating Pie for Dinner. Waco, TX: Great Books for Eating. Note that the two styles used most often in the sciences, APA and ASA, both place higher value on the date, pushing it closer to the beginning of the reference. Chicago and MLA are used more often in the humanities, so the date is not quite as important in those styles. In the following examples, "Joy Thompson" is the author, and "Pie for Life" is the name of the article, which was published in the journal "Bakers Anonymous." The volume and issue number are 8 and 2, respectively. It was published in 2005, and the page numbers for the article are 35-43. The medium of publication is "web." The digital object identifier (DOI) is 102342343. It was accessed on the February 2, 2007. MLA: Thompson, Joy. "Pie for Life." Bakers Anonymous 8.2 (2005): 35-43. Web. 2 Feb. 2007. APA: Thompson, J. (2005). Pie for life. Bakers Anonymous, 8(2), 35-43. doi:102342343 Chicago: Thompson, Joy. "Pie for Life." Bakers Anonymous 8, no. 2 (2005): 35-43. Accessed February 2, 2007. Doi: 102342343. ASA: Thompson, Joy. 2005. "Pie for Life." Bakers Anonymous 8 (2):35-43. If you are curious about how to make more complicated references in each style, Purdue's Online Writing Lab (OWL) is a good resource for figuring out style guidelines. It provides examples of each style, as well as information on how to cite different types of sources. If you want to go to the original sources, check out The Chicago Manual of Style, The MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers, the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, or American Sociological Association (ASA) Style Guide. | Use the correct spacing and indentation. Learn how to reference books according to the appropriate style guide. Learn how to reference journal articles according to the appropriate style guide. Use other resources to learn how to format more complicated sources. |
As you and your brother grew up together, you've probably had your share of fights. However, sometimes squabbles cross a line and become hostile acts or even bully-like behavior. In those instances, it's best to get a parent involved who can mediate the situation and take action as needed. Picking on a sibling is normal. However, if your brother continuous to torment you about the same topic over several days or weeks, it might be bully behavior. If your brother doesn't apologize or try to make up with you after a fight, or continues to show hostility towards you at all times, it's a sign of bullying. Having some type of advantage, like being bigger/older/more popular, can quickly turn simple sibling rivalries into a bullying situation. If you think your brother is legitimately bullying you, talk to a parent right away. If you believe that a situation is out of control and you haven't been able to reach any kind of agreement on your own, it may be helpful to have one or both parents moderate a conversation. This can allow both you and your brother to express your thoughts and feelings on the conflict in a safe, supportive environment. Your parents can also help keep the peace if a disagreement arises, and ultimately give some type of command on how to proceed. Have your parents sit down with both of you individually, then together to moderate a family discussion. Encourage your parents to try and find a solution that makes everyone happy. Ideally, you should be able to arrive at some type of win/win situation. If you were unsuccessful at reaching a compromise on your own with your brother, your parents' final say in the matter should resolve the conflict. If your parents are ignoring your brother's aggressive, annoying, or otherwise problematic behavior, you may need to bring it to their attention. Ask your parents to be fair and apply the same rules to both you and your brother, and to enforce the rules to keep the peace. Your parents may not be aware of the situation, or may not realize its extent. It's easy for parents to get caught up between work and family distractions. Make a point of bringing problems to your parents' attention when you haven't been able to resolve those issues on your own. This may not stop your brother at the moment from being annoying, but it can help you build a stronger sibling relationship. It can also provide a much-needed break from any tension that might have been building between you at home. Sometimes getting out of the house and having a positive, shared experience can help you bond with a sibling. At the very least, a group outing should distract your brother from his problematic behavior. You can use the time with your family to find things that make everyone happy, and try to incorporate those elements into your everyday lives. | Recognize behavior that requires a parent. Have your parents mediate a conversation. Encourage your parents to enforce the rules. Try to plan family activities that bring everyone together. |
Using a sharp pencil, lightly draw an oval shape for squidward's head. Create two vertical ovals that are a bit longer than the head. Draw another vertical oval between the eyes to create his signature nose. Draw a frown a little above the middle of the nose. Draw a straight line under both the eyes and go around the mouth by drawing a C. Draw three curved lines on the forehead then draw rectangles in each eye for the pupil. Erase any mistakes with a good quality eraser and outline the drawing with a marker or pen to make it pop out. Colour the skin turquoise, his pupils red, and his eyes yellow, you can also add highlights and shadows to make your drawing look even more amazing. | Outline the head. Draw the eyes. Draw the nose. Draw the mouth. Outline the mouth. Add facial features. Clean up the drawing. Add some colour. |
Sometimes a low sperm count or difficulty conceiving can be associated with a more serious medical problem or complication. Talk to your doctor if you also have symptoms such as: Difficulty ejaculating or maintaining an erection, or changes in your sex drive Pain or discomfort in your testes, groin, or penis A lump or swelling in your testes or genital area A history of problems with your genitals or prostate | See your doctor if you’re having other troublesome symptoms. |
In this paper, we are interested in two seemingly different concepts: and .Particularly, how these techniques work to improve each other.To this end, we analyze the limitation of adversarial training as a defense method, starting from questioning how well the robustness of a model can generalize."Then, we successfully improve the generalizability via data augmentation by the fake images sampled from generative adversarial network.", 'After that, we are surprised to see that the resulting robust classifier leads to a better generator, for free.We intuitively explain this interesting phenomenon and leave the theoretical analysis for future work.Motivated by these observations, we propose a system that combines generator, discriminator, and adversarial attacker together in a single network.After end-to-end training and fine tuning, our method can simultaneously improve the robustness of classifiers, measured by accuracy under strong adversarial attacks, and the quality of generators, evaluated both aesthetically and quantitatively.In terms of the classifier, we achieve better robustness than the state-of-the-art adversarial training algorithm proposed in, while our generator achieves competitive performance compared with SN-GAN. | We found adversarial training not only speeds up the GAN training but also increases the image quality |
Traveling with your pet via automobile will be much easier if you don't do it alone. If possible, take along a friend or family member on your holiday road trip. Your human companion will be able to help you with any issues that might arise, and can keep your pet company in the back seat if needed. If you are taking your pet on a holiday road trip, it's important that they do not roam while you are driving. Allowing your pet to have free range of the vehicle can lead to accidents. For example, if your airbag deploys and your pet is in the front seat, it can cause injury. Instead, make sure you pet is in a kennel or carrier for the duration of the journey. While traveling with your pet in an automobile, you must make sure they keep their head in the car at all times. Allowing your pet to hang their head out of the window can be dangerous. Pets can get debris in their eyes or have cold air forced down their lungs. When embarking on a holiday road trip with your pet, make sure you plan for plenty of breaks. Your pet will need to get outside, stretch its legs, and take a potty break. This is especially true for overly anxious pets, or those with physical problems that might limit bladder control. You should never, under any circumstances, leave your pet alone in a vehicle. Temperatures within a vehicle can rise or fall quickly, putting your pet at risk of injury or death. When traveling with your pet, make sure you always take them out of the vehicle when you leave it. Unless the back of your pickup truck is covered and heated, you should never transport your pet in the bed of your truck. There are multiple dangers associated with doing so, including damage to your pet's eyes, ears, and nose. Pets can also be easily ejected from the back of a truck, and riding in the bed of a pickup truck increases the risk your pet will jump ship, which can result in extreme injury or death. | Bring along a human companion. Don’t let your pet roam in the vehicle. Keep your pet’s head inside the vehicle. Take lots of rest stops. Don’t leave your pet alone in the automobile. Never transport a pet in the back of a pickup truck. |
Data augmentation is one of the most effective approaches for improving the accuracy of modern machine learning models, and it is also indispensable to train a deep model for meta-learning.However, most current data augmentation implementations applied in meta-learning are the same as those used in the conventional image classification."In this paper, we introduce a new data augmentation method for meta-learning, which is named as Task Level Data Augmentation.", 'The basic idea of Task Aug is to increase the number of image classes rather than the number of images in each class.In contrast, with a larger amount of classes, we can sample more diverse task instances during training.This allows us to train a deep network by meta-learning methods with little over-fitting.Experimental results show that our approach achieves state-of-the-art performance on miniImageNet, CIFAR-FS, and FC100 few-shot learning benchmarks.Once paper is accepted, we will provide the link to code. | We propose a data augmentation approach for meta-learning and prove that it is valid. |
If your iPhone or iPad doesn't have a physical Home button at the bottom-center part of the screen, this action will display your open apps. If you're using an iPhone or iPad with a physical Home button at the bottom-center part of the screen, press the button twice (quickly) to bring up the list of open apps instead. Move to the next step once the app you want to close appears at the center of the screen. The window is now closed. | Swipe up from the bottom of the home screen. Swipe left or right to find the app you want to close. Swipe up on the app to close it. |
Given your career path and the type of people you are trying to attract with your LinkedIn profile, you should know what readers will be looking for and you can give the audience what they want. For example, if you are a writer, your audience will be looking for your creativity and to remain engaged throughout your profile by your choice of words and correct grammar. If, however, you are a sales representative, your audience will be looking for your stats and your ability to sell yourself throughout your profile. Just as in a resume, you must keep your sentences concise (brief) and powerful by using effective wording to get your point across. This means using action words such as: drove, reduced, increased, created, initiated, trained, developed, won, and acquired. Using keywords in your profile is extremely important because these keywords will be used by others who are looking to make connections. The more keywords you add that are related to your experience and field of interest, the higher your profile will rank when searched. For example if a recruiter is looking for someone with “sales and lead generation” experience they will add these keywords to the search field. To find the best keywords for you to use, browse job openings for various companies and pick out common words and phrases. If you have experience in these areas, use these keywords in your profile. If you have the experience but do not use the keywords, your profile will not appear in the proper search results. LinkedIn allows you to get creative with your profile. For each job or education listed, you have the option to upload a document or file to further illustrate your experience. Adding these types of files is great for someone who produces work of a visual nature. For example, professional presentations, photographs, videos, ads and graphics. Be sure to add only files that are relevant to your personal experience and accomplishments, and not something about your company or school. For example, do not add a recruiting video about the company you work for. Having recommendations in your LinkedIn profile is important, because instead of you telling the reader how great you are, they get a chance to hear it from someone else who has worked with you. Once you have made connections with those who you believe will write you a good recommendation, send them a message by clicking on the “Ask to be recommended” link under your profile edit page. You can use special characters to make your profile stand out by creating bullet points or breaking up a section and creating lines. However, not all symbols are accepted and translated into LinkedIn. | Know your audience to target your profile's contents. Use concise and effective wording to create impact. Use keywords to enhance your ranking in search results. Add relevant presentations, videos and other files to show your expertise. Ask for recommendations. Use special characters. |
An aquarius will want to know what makes you tick. They have an intellectual interest in others over an emotional one, which can come off as somewhat removed at first. However, if an aquarius seems to be analyzing you, this is a good sign. It means they're interested. Feel free to share your personal ideals, opinions, and future plans with an aquarius. This is how they feel close to a person. Talking about personal feelings may bore or confuse an aquarius, at least at first. While an aquarius can be quite charming and witty, they can be rather closed off emotionally. If an aquarius seems hesitant to reveal their emotional side, this is not a bad sign. They simply find intimacy through different means. In a relationship with an aquarius, you will have to be the warmer party. An aquarius will want to learn from their partner, and one thing you can teach an aquarius is the importance of intimacy. As you bond intellectually, gently nudge an aquarius to open up emotionally. You will usually have to be the one to initiate moments of emotional intimacy, but with time your aquarius partner will appreciate this. Encourage an aquarius to share their feelings. Begin to share yours in small increments. An Aquarius may approach your feelings on an intellectual level, at least at first, but they are loyal and kindhearted partners. An aquarius is more than willing to eventually form an emotional bond. While an aquarius may seem unmoved by romantic gestures, they do need a lot of emotional gratification. Do not be afraid to put your heart on your sleeve. Your gestures are not unappreciated, even if it seems that way at times. An aquarius will not give up their independence for anyone. Do not push your aquarius partner to do so, as this will only backfire. Respect the fact an aquarius needs a higher than average amount of alone time, and may not always consult with you on decisions. If you try to stifle an aquarius's individuality, they're likely to lose patience with you. Never try to tell an aquarius what to do. If an aquarius asks you for advice, or expresses uncertainty about something, offer guidance without making specific suggestions. Avoid pressing an aquarius to give up independence. If you want to be with an aquarius, you need to accept the fact they will always have a strong sense of individuality. Do not be surprised if an aquarius retains their own interests, tastes, and friend circle throughout the course of a relationship. It can take an aquarius a long time to open up emotionally. Establishing intimacy with an aquarius may prove more challenging than doing so with other signs of the Zodiac. However, an aquarius has a strong sense of loyalty and a kind heart. If you are patient and understanding, an aquarius will eventually prove to be a kind and loyal partner. | Build intimacy on an intellectual level first. Embrace your role as the warmer partner. Allow independence. Be patient. |
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