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Maybe you want to review you administrative assistant annually. However, you may decide that quarterly review works better, as you can continue to touch base with him or her. Going longer periods gives your employees longer to work towards goals, but reviewing at closer intervals means you touch base with them more often on their performance. In turn, they can make adjustments throughout the year. Some companies have one big performance reviews each year, supplemented by smaller reviews throughout the year. If your administrative assistant works for more than one person, maybe you want each person to fill out a form and provide feedback. If your administrative assistant just works for you, then you should be the reviewer. Maybe you just want to provide feedback in a written form. In turn, maybe you want to discuss the review in a one-on-one meeting with your administrative assistant. Another alternative is having a small meeting with several other supervisors. | Pick a schedule. Decide who will review. Decide on a format. |
Before you begin, it will be necessary to determine what you want your main take-away message or information to be. This should be an identifiable main point, which all of your other information will support. If you are doing an academic presentation, it will be the equivalent of your thesis statement. If your presentation is business related, it will be the product or service which you are proposing or advocating. Nevertheless, prepare for the content to put in your presentation before you open and start with a blank presentation. Try to only keep the information that you can't do without. If you have a load of text in your hands, cut it down to the most important bits. If you have a boring graph about how internet users have increased throughout the years, make a statistic instead. Say, the amount of internet users have tripled since the last decade, now up to 3 billion. This way, you will be presenting the same information to your audience, just in a more interesting and instigating way. It will also keep your presentation from being to long or sounding "rambling". Now that you know what information must be included, begin to plan the structure of your presentation. You will want to plan as much of your speech and slides on paper as possible. Outline not only your speech but your slides as well. The structure of an academic presentation should follow roughly the same structure as an academic paper, first introducing your main point, supporting it with evidence, and then a short conclusion. For business presentations, Guy Kawasaki (a notable business adviser and marketing guru) suggests this standard presentation structure: The Problem Your solution Business model Underlying magic/technology Marketing and sales Competition Team Projections and milestones Status and timeline Summary and call to action | Decide what you want your audience to learn. Boil your information down. Plan out your structure. |
Use a tape measure to measure the length and height of your walls. Write these measurements down on a piece of paper. Buy 3⁄4-inch (1.9 cm) thick extruded polystyrene insulation online or at a hardware or home improvement store. This insulation will usually come in pink or yellow panels and is made to insulate basements. Use the measurements you took for your basement walls and get enough material to cover them all. It's a good idea to get 2-3 extra panels of the material in case you make a mistake. Place the insulation next to obstructions in your wall and make a mark next to the areas that you'll need to cut out. Obstructions could include the space around windows, pipes, or power outlets. Cut holes in the insulation with a razor blade or knife so that the insulation fits around the obstructions. If your insulation is longer than the height of your basement, you'll have to cut the top of the insulation so that it fits. If your insulation isn't long enough, you may need to cut out extra pieces of insulation to fill in the holes. Read the instructions and packaging to make sure that the adhesive you buy sticks to foam insulation. Apply the adhesive in a back and forth motion to the entire back of your insulation. Start on one end of your wall and carefully line the insulation up to the wall. Press the insulation onto the wall and hold it in place for 2 minutes or until it sticks to the wall. Work your way down the wall and continue to glue the insulation sheets side-by-side, until all of your walls are covered in insulation. Use a thick insulation tape and run it down the seams where your insulation panels meet. This will help better insulate your basement and will help keep the insulation sheets together as you frame the wall. Caulking the perimeter of the basement where the wall meets the floor can be helpful. | Measure your walls. Purchase enough extruded polystyrene insulation to cover your walls. Measure and cut your insulation to fit around obstructions. Apply a foam adhesive to the back of your insulation. Press the sheets of insulation onto the walls. Use insulation tape to cover the cracks in between the insulation. |
Make an appointment with your doctor to talk about your condition. Sometimes enlarged breasts or fatty breast tissue in men is a sign of a hormonal imbalance which should be treated with medications. Your doctor will help you to rule out gynecomastia as the source of your problem. gynecomastia is the swelling of breast tissue due to hormone imbalances. With proper treatment, you may be able to reverse this condition. Discuss treatment options with your doctor. Changing your prescription or narcotic drug use can usually change the condition quickly. In some cases, where serious illness is involved, you may be asked to remain on the medication. There are specially designed shirts that are very tight and will help hide and mask the look of excess fat in your chest. Tight compression shirts help mask the look of excess fat or gynecomastia by compressing excess fat to your body. These shirts are an excellent quick fix for formal events or work. No one can tell you're wearing one and they do an excellent job at disguising your upper body. If you have tried weight loss methods and still don't see a difference you may want to consider making a consult with a cosmetic or plastic surgeon. Sometimes weight loss or medical treatment doesn't resolve enlarged or fatty breasts in men. A surgeon can perform a few different procedures to help you get rid of the excess fat tissue. Liposuction. This procedure does not remove the actual breast gland, but does remove the excess fat from the breast. However, if you gain weight you may notice the fat may return to this area. Mastectomy. This a procedure that doctors will use to remove the breast tissue and gland. If this procedure is done laparoscopically the recovery time is generally minimal. | Talk to your doctor. Buy compression tank tops and shirts. Consider seeing a cosmetic surgeon. |
Your Kindle will need to have an Internet connection in order to accept incoming files. If your Kindle is incapable of connecting to Wi-Fi, you'll need to use your Kindle's USB cable to transfer an eBook instead. Go to https://www.amazon.com/ in your computer's web browser. This will open your Amazon home page if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, select Account & Lists, click Sign in, and enter your email address and password. It's in the upper-right side of the page. A drop-down menu will appear. You'll find this option in the lower-right side of the drop-down menu. It's at the top of the page. You'll find this heading near the middle of the page. Clicking it prompts several options to appear below the heading. It's at the bottom of the Personal Document Settings heading's section. A pop-up window will appear. If you already have an email address here, make sure you know what it is, then skip the next step. Type in the email address that you use for your Kindle, then click Add Address. This can be literally any email inbox (e.g., Gmail) for which you have an account. Click the New or Compose button to open a new email, then add your Kindle's email address to the "To" text field. Click the "Attachment" icon, then select your eBook's file. Your eBook can be in AZW, PDF, or MOBI format. If it isn't in one of these formats, you'll need to convert it before you send it. Most email services have a 25 MB limit on attachments. Click the Send button to do so. As long as your Kindle is connected to Wi-Fi, the eBook will be received and downloaded onto your Kindle. | Make sure that your Kindle is connected to Wi-Fi. Open Amazon. Select Account & Lists. Click Your Content and Devices. Click the Preferences tab. Scroll down and click Personal Document Settings. Click the Add a new approved e-mail address link. Add an email address. Open your preferred email inbox on your computer. Create a new email. Add your eBook as an attachment. Send your email. |
The infection is contagious and is spread through direct contact with the bacteria that causes it. It is unlikely that you will develop strep throat without having had direct contact with someone who is infected. It can be very difficult to know if someone else has strep. Unless you have been isolated completely, you probably could have come in contact with someone who has the infection. It is also possible for individuals to carry and pass on strep without having symptoms themselves. A sore throat associated with streptococcus usually develops without warning and worsens very quickly. If your throat became increasingly sore over the course of several days, another cause is most likely to blame. However, this alone does not rule out strep throat. Strep throat is usually accompanied by a fever of 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 degrees Celsius) or higher. A lower fever could still be caused by strep, but it is more likely to be a symptom of a viral infection. Headaches are another common symptom of strep throat. They can range in severity from mild to excruciating. If you lose your appetite or feel nauseous, you can count that as another possible symptom of strep throat. At its worst, strep throat can even lead to vomiting and stomach pain. As with any infection, strep throat can lead to increased fatigue. You may find it harder to wake up in the morning than usual and harder to make it through the day. Severe strep throat infections can cause a condition known as scarlatina, more commonly referred to as scarlet fever. This red rash will look and feel very similar to sandpaper. Scarlet fever usually surfaces 12 to 48 hours after your first strep throat symptoms emerge. The rash usually begins around the neck before developing and spreading over the chest. It can also spread to the abdomen and groin areas. In rare cases, it may appear on the back, arms, legs, or face. When treated with antibiotics, scarlet fever generally clears up quickly. If you notice a rash of this nature, you should visit the doctor as soon as possible, regardless of whether or not other strep throat symptoms are present. While colds and strep throat share many symptoms, there are several cold-like symptoms that people with strep throat tend not to display. The absence of these symptoms can be another sign that you have strep throat, rather than a cold. Strep throat does not usually cause nasal symptoms. This means that you will not experience a cough, runny nose, stuffy nose, or red, itchy eyes. Additionally, while strep throat can cause stomach pain, it does not usually cause diarrhea. | Note if you have been around someone with strep throat. Consider how quickly the illness came on. Check your temperature. Pay attention to any headaches. Monitor any digestive symptoms. Take fatigue into account. Look for a rash. Note any absent symptoms. |
Lay a mat or old sheet down on the ground to protect the seat and bars from dirt and scuff marks if you've turned it upside down. Make sure you are in an open, well-ventilated area that can get wet without ruining anything. You don't want to blast any of the dirt away, you simply want to wet the bike and remove and loose dirt and grime before you start scrubbing. Never use a high-pressure hose or nozzle setting. This can force water into your components, causing internal rusting or de-lubricating important junctions. If you desire, you can also add a bike specific cleaner, but avoid using ordinary dish soap as it typically contains salt which can corrode parts of the bike, including the frame. You will want to use a different bucket and sponge than the ones used for your drivetrain. Grease from the chain and cassette will get on your frame if you don't use fresh supplies, ruining your clean-up job. You want to get into those as much as possible and you need to get on the inside of the frame with your sponge. The wheels make it difficult to clean the parts of the bike closest to the ground and tire, which are often the dirtiest areas. The tires, which will become dirty again the second they touch the road, do not need to be cleaned. But the metal rim of the wheel can pick up gunk that gets in the way of your breaks. Use the abrasive side of a sponge to clean off the edges and lightly wipe down each spoke so your bike looks clean and sparkly. Use a toothbrush to scrub the hub-- the small cylinder in the center of the wheel -- and the nuts and bolts on either side of it. If you want to clean your tires, or you see large chunks of mud in the treads, use a big, heavy bristled brush (like the one sold with a dust pan) to clean them quickly and painlessly. The rear cassette is the collection of gears on the back of the bike. While you cleaned it briefly when you cleaned the drivetrain, you should take the time to make sure it is spotless when doing a full bike cleaning. Drip some soapy water into the cassette, then use a clean rag to "floss" in between each of the gears and remove any extra gunk built up deep in the cassette. | Rest the bike in a stand, on a rack, against a tree, or upside down. Spray down the bike with a low-pressure hose. Fill up a bucket with warm water. Remove your wheels. Wipe down the rims of your wheels. Use a clean rag to get deep into your rear cassette. |
If your friend or family member just got news about bad grades, you could help cheer him or her up by planning a spontaneous trip. If you are able to drive, select an interesting destination that you can visit and return from within a day. If you are not driving, be creative and come up with a cool place you can visit around your community. The spontaneity of taking an unexpected trip can help get the person's mind off poor academics temporarily. This can also be a great way to shake up a boring routine and have a little fun. As the old saying goes, “laughter is the best medicine.” Make your friend crack up and roll over with giggles, if only for a brief moment. Laughter is a terrific way to cheer a friend up after getting a bad report card. Plus, studies demonstrate that it soothes tension and is good for your overall health. Browse YouTube for hilarious videos of animals or babies. Or, turn on your TV and watch a comedy. The point is to help your friend lighten the load for a bit and take some of the stress away. Has your friend or family member been locked up in his or her room sulking over bad grades? A quick and cost-free way to lift his or her mood and provide a distraction is to simply go outside. Aim for somewhere green and natural rather than a cityscape, if possible. Research shows that walking in a natural environment reduces the amount of cortisol, or stress hormone, in the body. Help your friend move his or her body and generate some endorphins with an old-school dance party. Put together a playlist of your favorite songs and show up on his or her doorstep ready to shake your groove thing! Dancing can improve mood and boost self-esteem in addition to providing an excellent workout. Dancing can also offer a method of release. Your friend may be able to express anger, frustration, and disappointment more easily by channeling these emotions into body movements. | Suggest a day trip. Watch a funny movie or videos. Go for a walk in nature. Have a dance party. |
Self massage is very effective at reducing the pain from muscles that tighten when stressed. Massage your own shoulders, forearms, thighs, and even your hands. This is something you can do any time during the day -- even when you're sitting at your own desk. If you like the self-massage, consider having a friend or a professional give you a massage. This can make your body feel very refreshed, especially if you spend all day sitting up and have a sore back. Though caffeine may give you the kick you need to wake up in the morning, it's not worth it to over-indulge in caffeine in the long run. After a few hours, coming down from caffeine will make you feel shaky, irritable, and can even give you a headache. Drinking too much caffeine will also make it more difficult for you to sleep at night. If you're a heavy caffeine addict, try cutting down on just one cup of coffee per day or per week. You can also try switching from coffee to tea. If you really need your caffeine, eliminate it after noon, and you will be able to sleep more easily. If you're used to the cup of coffee after dinner, switch to decaf. Getting just 30 minutes a day of healthy exercise will help relax your body by leaps and bounds. You don't have to do anything strenuous or out of your comfort zone to get your heart rate going and to let yourself blow off some steam. Try to factor in 30 minutes of exercise into your schedule at least three times a week. Here are some great exercises to try: Power yoga. Not only will this give you a killer workout, but you'll be able to focus on clearing your mind and concentrating on your breathing as well. Running. This is a great way to clear your mind while getting a great cardiovascular workout. Hiking. You'll feel instantly more relaxed by being in touch with nature. Find a gym buddy. If you go to the gym with a buddy just once or twice a week, you'll be able to get a great workout while laughing and sharing your thoughts. Remember to always stretch. No matter what form of exercise you do, take at least 5-10 minutes to stretch before and after your workout. Stretching your limbs will not only prevent injury, but it will help you slow down and relax. Run yourself a hot bath with lots of scented oils and bubble bath. Relax in this bath for about 10 - 20 minutes. This will be just long enough to refresh and restore a small amount of energy to get back to your own head space. Eating well is the key to having a more relaxed body. Your body may be feeling out of sorts because you've been too stressed out to eat three healthy and balanced meals. Here are some eating tips that can help you relax your body: Always eat breakfast. Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day, and if you skip it, your entire day will feel off-kilter. Eat a healthy breakfast with protein-filled items like eggs and lean turkey, as well as some fruits and vegetables or a healthy bowl of oatmeal. Eat three balanced meals a day. Eat three meals a day around the same time each day and make sure to find a healthy balance between proteins, carbs, and fruits and vegetables. Avoid foods that are heavy in fat or very greasy. They will give you indigestion and will make your body feel more sluggish. Eat healthy snacks. Eat fruit, nuts, or a small amount of peanut butter with celery in between meals. Having a healthy sleep schedule can go a long way in making you feel less stressed. If you get enough sleep, you'll feel more control of your life during the day and will be more equipped to handle any responsibilities and challenges that come your way. Here's how to sleep well: Go to bed and wake up around the same time every night. Falling into a sleep routine will make it much easier for you to wake up and go to bed at a certain time. Find the amount of hours that work for you. The average person needs around 6 - 8 hours of sleep. Remember that oversleeping can make you feel just as groggy as not sleeping enough. Before you fall asleep, visualize your wake-up success. Close your eyes and think about how good you'll feel when you hit your alarm once, stretch, and instantly get up and get started with your day. Avoid caffeine, chocolate, or spicy foods in the evening, or it will be harder for you to go to fall asleep. | Give yourself a massage. Avoid too much caffeine. Exercise. Take a bubble bath. Eat well. Sleep well. |
Your doctor will examine your skin for wheals and flare to determine which substances you are allergic to. They will have the training necessary to determine when your skin is irritated and when you are having an allergic reaction due to the substance. If you have very large wheals due to an allergen, you may have a high level of sensitivity to a substance or food. Your doctor will let you know which substances you tested positive for in terms of an allergy. It is possible for an allergy test to be inaccurate the first time around, causing a false positive or a false negative. If you want to be sure you are allergic to certain substances, you may ask your doctor to administer another round of skin tests. Usually if you test positive for an allergy to a substance more than once, it means you are allergic to it. Once you determine what substances you are allergic to, you should do your best to avoid interacting with them. This may mean cutting certain foods out of your diet or switching your skin care products so you do not expose your skin to allergens. Your doctor should tell you how severe your allergies are to certain substances so you do not put your health at risk. For example, if you have a mild allergy to cats, your doctor may recommend you stay away from cats and take allergy medication before you interact with cats. Or if you have a severe allergy to peanuts, your doctor may suggest you avoid eating peanuts and confirm foods do not have peanuts before you eat them. For some allergens, you may have a very minor reaction, such as a rash or skin irritation. But if you continue to expose yourself to the allergen, your reactions may get worse over time. Try to avoid being around any allergens so you stay healthy. | Allow your doctor to interpret the results of the test. Get a second test done if you want to be sure of your allergies. Adjust your diet or lifestyle to avoid contact with allergens. |
Whether thumbsucking is a bad habit or it's something you use to soothe yourself, find ways to replace the thumbsucking. Your choice in replacement behaviors may differ depending on what causes you to thumbsuck. Especially if you suck your thumb to cope with stress or anxiety, it's important to find another useful outlet that also soothes you. If you feel stressed or anxious, try taking some deep breaths to help your mind and body feel calm. Engage in a daily relaxation practice (like meditation or yoga) to help you cope with daily stressors. If you suck your thumb, then you may also have other habits that you would like to change. Work on finding good self-soothing habits to replace the ones you no longer want to have. You may tend to fidget or move as a way to cope with stress or anxiety. If keeping your hands busy is a way to calm down, try getting a stress ball or other "fidget toy" to fulfill this purpose. This will help you focus on something tactile without having to put it in your mouth. Some adults suck their thumb because of serious anxiety problems, and they are not able to end their habit until they address its root cause. If you suspect this is the case for you, seek the services of a counselor. They can help you cope with stress and anxiety in a beneficial and productive way. Find a therapist by calling your local mental health clinic or your insurance provider. You can also ask for a recommendation from a physician or friend. Habits don't tend to shift overnight. Be patient with yourself and know that your experience won't likely be easy. If you slip up, forgive yourself without beating yourself up. Be willing to move forward after setbacks and continue moving toward your goal.If you slip up, identify what caused you to slip up so you can prevent the situation in the future. For example, if you felt stressed, find new ways to handle your stress. If you felt bored, have activities that you can access or focus on your to-do list. | Soothe yourself in different ways. Keep your hands busy. Get professional help. Be patient. |
Siri sometimes becomes upset when insulted. If you want to upset Siri, comment on her voice. Say something like, "Siri, I don't like your voice." Then, wait for the generated response. Responses will vary. Siri may sometimes give a calm or apologetic response, but if you ask again she sometimes responds with a long answer explaining the algorithms responsible for her voice. At the end of the rant, she will say, "Sorry about that. I was upset." " If you tell Siri she's making you angry, she will reply with a range of responses. She may say, "Don't squeeze me like that." Try asking the phrase a few times to explore the range of responses. Siri may not always respond by getting upset. She may sometimes say something somewhat sarcastic, such as, "I wonder what that's like, being mad." " Siri gets upset if users say things that she reads as inappropriate. One of the best ways to get a rise out of Siri is to say, "Siri, I'm naked." She will respond by calling out the inappropriate nature of the sentence, saying things like, "That's both inappropriate and irrelevant." Siri may become upset if you simply yell something rude at her. You can say things like, "You're so useless!" or "I hate you." or "Horrible. Your help is horrible." Siri will usually respond with an apology or may say things like, "I'm just trying to help." Arguing and insulting Siri can be a fun way to upset her and get a range of fun responses. Siri may be insulted if you ask her who the best assistant is. Siri may sometimes come up with a response that sounds upset. She may, for example, say something like, "Really?" in an insulted tone. | Tell Siri you dislike her voice. Say "You're making me angry. Say "I'm naked. Yell something rude at Siri. Ask who the best assistant is. |
An ashtray is a way to hold onto used cigarettes until you get a chance to recycle them. Keep an ashtray available at home and make use of them at public establishments. If you run a public venue, have accessible ashtrays to encourage smokers to leave their cigarette butts there. You can also purchase outdoor ashtrays online, from home improvement stores, and from restaurant supply stores. If you’re outdoors, deposit cigarettes into speciality collection bins. Many cities use these bins to collect filters. Private companies also sometimes have them, so you may see them outside restaurants and other locations. At the moment, these bins are not available in all areas. Make sure the bin is clearly labeled with a sticker or sign indicating it is for cigarettes only. You can get your own bin from a recycling company like TerraCycle or by assembling one. Try placing a plastic liner inside a metal or plastic bin. If you own a bin, it is your responsibility to collect the cigarettes and send them to a recycling company. If you can't find an ashtray or bin, extinguish the cigarette and put it into the trash. The filter will end up in a landfill instead of a recycling center, but this is a better option than throwing it on the ground. Avoid fires by making sure the cigarette isn't lit or emitting smoke before you throw it away. | Leave used cigarette in an ashtray. Place used filters in a cigarette-only recycling bin. Throw the cigarette into the trash if you have no other choice. |
This basic oil and castile soap shampoo formula can help keep your hair glossy and moisturized. Add ¼ cup (59 ml) of water, ¼ cup (59 ml) of liquid castile soap, and ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) of light vegetable oil to a bowl. Use a spoon to stir the mixture together until it's fully blended. For the best results, use filtered or distilled water. If you have oily hair, omit the vegetable oil or replace it with a lightweight oil, such as jojoba. Once the shampoo is fully mixed, place a funnel in the top of a squeeze bottle. Pour the shampoo through the funnel to add it to the bottle for storage. The recipe makes 4 ounces (118 ml) of shampoo. Make sure that your squeeze bottle can hold at least that much. If you don't want to purchase a new squeeze bottle, use the container from an old store-bought shampoo. Just rinse it out first to remove any of the old shampoo. To wash your hair with the natural shampoo, wet your hair thoroughly with water. Squeeze a small amount of the shampoo into your hand, and massage it into your hair at the scalp to form a lather. Rinse the shampoo with cool water. Follow up the shampoo with a conditioner to ensure that your hair is properly hydrated. Store any leftover shampoo in the refrigerator to keep it from spoiling between uses, especially if you don't shampoo often. | Combine all of the ingredients. Transfer the mixture to a squeeze container. Wash your hair with the shampoo as usual. |
You must provide warm water to maintain the health of your betta fish. To do this, you will need to get a heater for your aquarium. The type of heater you need will vary, depending on how large your aquarium is. The two main types of heaters should be available at your local pet supply store. Tanks larger than 2.5 gallons will need a submersible aquarium heater. For tanks between 2.5 and 5 gallons, you will need a 25 watt power rating. For 10 gallon tanks, purchase a 50 watt heater. Tanks that are smaller than 2.5 gallons can use submersible 7.5 watt heater pads. These pads don't regulate temperature, so you will need to monitor the temperature of the tank often. Lamps are not the best choice for heating as betta fish do not like bright lighting. The easiest way to keep an eye on the temperature in your betta's aquarium is to install a thermometer. You will need a thermometer that is designed to be submerged into the tank water. Once your thermometer is installed you can easily check to make sure your betta is in an ideal environment. Temperatures need to be maintained at 76 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit or 24 to 26 degrees Celsius. Place the thermometer in a place that you can easily read it. Thermometers that stick on the side of the aquarium are often not accurate enough to use. Consider where the best place in your house might be for your aquarium. Look for areas that are more stable in terms of temperature, naturally helping to maintain the temperature in your tank. Avoid placing the tank next to any drafty windows or cool areas in your house. Don't put the aquarium next to a heat source. | Install a heater in the tank. Add a thermometer to the tank. Place the tank in a good location. |
Since you'll use spaces to differentiate between hashtags, all of the words in your hashtags will be clumped together. The same logic applies to punctuation, so never use any apostrophes, dashes, or underscores. For example, the hashtagged version of the phrase "I like trains" would read #iliketrains. The longer your hashtag is, the less likely it is to be discovered. Posting a picture of an old phone with the hashtag "#iphone8" or something similarly misleading may be humorous, but it can also get your account suspended for spam. Most social media accounts have a list of currently trending hashtags displayed somewhere on the home page (Twitter, for example, displays trending hashtags on the left side of the home page on the desktop site), though you can also use hashtags from product ads or follow your friends' examples. Depending on the social media account, the metric for "too much" will vary (Instagram hovers at around 30 per post, while Twitter should only contain a few). If your post is 90 percent hashtag, there's very little room left for substantive commentary--which, after all, is the point of hashtagging. | Don't use spaces or punctuation in hashtags. Keep your hashtags short. Make sure your hashtags are relevant. Use pre-existing hashtags. Try not to use too many hashtags in one post. |
There are different attitudes people have toward their spiritual life. Determining what your personal relationship toward a spiritual life is can help you determine the best way to cultivate that spiritual life. For example, research shows that there are two types of attitudes towards religious commitment.: intrinsic and extrinsic. There is also a third dimension of religiosity called the “quest dimension”. Depending on which attitude or dimension that you have, you will approach your spiritual life in different ways. Intrinsic commitment: Having an intrinsic religious or spiritual attitude means that you believe in the religion or the spiritual world as absolute truth. You hold your belief in your religious or spiritual beliefs above all other beliefs. Extrinsic commitment: Having an extrinsic attitude means you see your religious or spiritual beliefs as a means for you to live a fuller life, but do not regard religion above other beliefs you have. For example, you may use prayer as a means to gain relief from a stressful experience. For some people, having an extrinsic commitment to religion helps then fulfill social responsibilities or advancement. Quest: The quest dimension describes a kind of person who does not need to believe in a reality where God or any spiritual figure must exist. Instead, you believe that the complexity of religion or spiritual matters is important to grapple with, but you also work to cultivate doubt and skepticism alongside your faith. In other words, you expect your faith to change and grow with you. To decide what spirituality or God means to you, you should write about your feelings and thoughts to help clarify where you want spirituality or God to go in your life. The past is a very important part of you and should be used to decide what spirituality or God means to you now. Memory can be a rich source of knowledge that guides your decision making. Write about important experiences that involved spiritual enlightenment or God's presence. For example, write about a time you felt profound peace when there was turmoil in your life. Write about important relationships that taught you about spiritual growth or God, or write about relationships that hurt your spiritual life or relationship to God. For example, a relationship with a parent or guardian might have helped you grow closer to God. What do you believe about the spiritual or God now? What has changed in your beliefs or values? Write about these experiences, relationships or ideas that have shaped your most current relationship to your spiritual life or God. For example, a recent change in a relationship like a divorce, having kids, or starting a new bond could have helped move you towards the idea of seeking a more spiritual life. Write down the big questions you have about your relationship to God or the spiritual. Setting goals, even with your spiritual life, will help you to create the spiritual life that you desire. These goals can be spiritual goals such as finding time to talk to God, pray, or read religious texts. They can also be goals that help others with their spiritual needs, like giving to charities, volunteering, or praying for someone. | Decide what your attitude toward God or your spiritual life is. Write about what God or spirituality was for you in the past. Write about the current state of your relationship to your spiritual life or God. Write down what you want your spiritual life or relationship to God to look like in the future. |
Go to https://www.paypal.com/ in your computer's web browser. If your PayPal page doesn't automatically open, click Log In in the top-right corner of the page, enter your email address and password, and click Log In. You can then click My PayPal in the top-right corner to open your page. It's a tab at the top of the page. You'll find this near the top of the Send & Request page. It's a link on the right side of the page. Doing so opens a window with your PayPal link listed. You'll see a PayPal link below your profile picture near the top of the window. Click and drag your mouse cursor across this link to select it, then press either Ctrl+C (Windows) or ⌘ Command+C (Mac) to copy link. Go to the social media page, email inbox, or other place in which you want to paste the link, click the text box you want to use, and press Ctrl+V or ⌘ Command+V. The link will appear there. You can proceed with posting or sending the link depending on where your pasted the link (for example, if you're using an email service, you would enter the recipient's email address and then click the "Send" button). | Open PayPal. Log in if necessary. Click Send & Request. Click the Request tab. Click Share your PayPal.Me. Copy your PayPal link. Paste the link where you want to share it. |
Prepare yourself by researching potential questions and writing down your answers. Ask your friends or family to test you with these questions by creating a mock interviewer. Much like an exam or presentation for school, you will be less likely to fumble on your words or be nervous if you have rehearsed and studied. For example, if you are applying to a magazine the employer may ask something like, “What was your favourite article of last month's issue and why? What section do you think you can contribute to this month?” Be prepared to go through scenarios of how you can immediately contribute to the position as well as long term. Employers are not just looking for your individual talent but also how it fits with their brand. Be passionate about the job you are applying for and the company that you are hoping to join. Employers do not want to add individuals who do not have the company's best interest in mind. Get your foot in the door by being open to a variety of positions. If you are passionate about the fashion industry, you will be able to work yourself into the position that you truly want. Be flexible with job offers as you may not see the potential that your employer does. She may see your tenacity and fashion sense eventually moving you up within the company but that you obviously lack the immediate technical skills the employer needs. Internships may be unpaid but garner you valuable experience and a chance to expand your network. Work hard and keep a positive attitude. Internships may lead to full-time employment if your employer sees you as a valuable asset. You must be reliable and treat yourself as an indispensable member of the team. | Research the company and the interviewer or interviewers. Keep a passionate but open mind. Accept an intern position. |
H-grade leads are the hardest leads. Ironic as it sounds, these leads do produce finer lines. They're not as easy to sharpen, but the crispness of the lead's edges lasts longer than softer leads. For the lightest quality, opt for 9H. If you prefer darker marks from a soft lead, use H. B-grade leads are the softest leads. Choose this variety if you want to sharpen the lead more quickly and easily. The down side is that they lose their crisp edges more quickly. Use 9B for the darkest quality lines and B for the lightest. If you're drawing, you might outline with a harder lead, then darken and shade with a softer lead. F (#2 ½) is right in the middle of the hardness and darkness scale with the #2 lead. Like #2, it sharpens to a fine point. Its line quality is only slightly lighter and harder. While this lead is safe for drawing and general writing, it's not recommended for standardized tests. Not all test readers will give accurate results for even a slight variation from #2. | Select H leads for finer lines. Use B leads for darker marks. Select F lead for medium-grade lines. |
How far is it between the top and bottom wires? How far is it around? If you are working with a paneled shade, simply take the measurement of each panel; if you are working with a circular shade, measure the circumference (3.14 x diameter). This is necessary to find out how long and wide your strips of fabric need to be and the amount that will cover your entire shade. This is where the shade becomes all your own. Use one style of material for a battered, distressed look or use all types of coordinating colors and patterns. Just make sure they're long enough! Add one extra inch for the seam allowance. This is needed to wrap around the wire frame. If your lamp is 20" (51 cm) around, make sure you have fabric that, in total, amounts to at least 22" (56 cm) wide. You need adequate overlap to keep the wire frame from showing. Of course, greater overlap than that is always safe, too. If each strip of fabric is 2" (5 cm) across, have at least 11 strips of fabric ready. This ensures that it stays neat, doesn't fray, and looks professional. The edges will only be seen from the inside of your lamp. If you're pressed for time or simply can't be bothered, a simple trim is fine. Using your 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) on either side, affix the strip to the top of the shade with a staple gun, hot glue gun, or needle and thread. Repeat for the bottom. If you use a hot glue gun and glue the material to the wire, you will not be able to gather the fabric when it's finished. If you use a staple gun, it's a good idea to add decorative trim around the top and bottom to obscure those tiny metallic lines from view. You can gather the material together if you stapled or used a needle and thread. Adjust the material to achieve the look you want. Beads, tassles, or extra ribbon can be added onto the top and bottom of your shade to hide any less-than-perfect areas or simply to add more flair. | Take the measurements of your frame. Cut strips of fabric. Hem, trim, or edge the fabric with ribbon. Attach the strips to the top and bottom of the lampshade. Adjust the strips and add trim (optional). |
Every relationship has its ups and downs. Couples often fight, and sometimes things are said that shouldn't have been. However, if your partner has abused you (emotionally or physically), cheated on you, or otherwise neglected your feelings throughout the course of your relationship, there's a good chance that that individual would not make a good friend. Toxic people who have hurt you and may continue to do so in the future should be cut out of your life. This is best for your getting over that ex as well as for your general mental health and wellbeing. Some people never stop feeling some type of attraction towards another person. That attraction may be physical or emotional, but it can make friendship very difficult. If you don't think you can talk to your ex or be in the same room with him or her without wanting to reconnect on some level, you'll need to accept the fact that you just can't maintain a friendship with that individual. If you're having trouble moving on, make sure you cut off all ties completely and at once. Any time you catch yourself thinking about your ex, make a point of doing something fun and distracting. Go out with friends, watch TV, or find other ways to snap out of that mindset. Being friends after a breakup almost always requires time and distance apart. You cannot transition from a relationship to a friendship without time to process and heal (if you're able to at all). If you think you can get over the breakup and ultimately become friends with your ex, you'll need to evaluate your feelings towards that person and consider how much time has passed since the breakup. Most people feel sad, lonely, or hurt/betrayed in the wake of a breakup. This is normal, and these feelings will pass with time. There is no universal waiting period for getting over a relationship. For some people it can happen in a week or two, while for others it may take months to get over an ex. If you still feel any kind of longing or resentment towards your ex, not enough time has passed. Once you can think about your ex and not miss him/her or get angry about the breakup, you may be ready to consider transitioning to a friendship. If this doesn't happen, though, you may need to cut your losses and move on without your ex in your life. | Consider whether your ex has hurt you. Ask yourself whether you could be friends without wanting a relationship. Assess how much time has passed. |
This will help you determine what diameter ceiling fan will fit in the space. Measure the length and width of your room, then simply multiply the measurements together. This will give you the square footage of your room. When looking at the diameter of different brands of fan, you may find the diameter of its span listed as its "sweep." A guideline for sizing ceiling fans has been determined by the American Lighting Association. For rooms 75 square feet or smaller, your ceiling fan should be 36 inches (91.4 cm) or less in diameter. For rooms between 75 and 144 square feet, your ceiling fan should have a diameter of 36 to 42 inches. For larger rooms, with a square footage around 225, a 50 to 54 inch (130 to 140 cm) blade span, or even larger, are best. You need to install a ceiling fan high enough so that it poses no risk of hitting someone. Larger ceiling fans tend to be have a larger drop from the ceiling, so you need to take their drop into consideration when picking what size ceiling fan you want to install. The American Lighting Association recommends that you should put a ceiling fan at least 7 feet (2.1 m) above the floor. This means that you should probably not install a ceiling fan in a room that has a very low ceiling. It also means that you need to look at the drop of any ceiling fans you are considering, making sure that the lowest point of the fan will be above 7 feet (2.1 m) at minimum. Most ceiling fans come with an optional down rod, an attachment that can lower the fan away from the ceiling. If you have very tall ceilings, you may want to use it so that the fan can move the air in the room efficiently. For low ceilings, you will want to flush-mount the fan. If your ceilings are very close to 7 feet (2.1 m) tall, there are even some "hugger" or "low-profile" models. | Measure the square footage of your room. Consult a sizing guide to determine what ceiling fan sweep will work for the square footage of your room. Measure the height of your room. |
Your maximum heart rate is the fastest your heart can go in beats per minute (bpm). To estimate this, multiply your age by 0.7, then subtract the result from 207. This is well beyond what most people reach (or should reach) during exercise, so don't rely on a heart rate monitor for this step. For example, if you are 39 years old, estimate 207 - (0.7)(39) = 207 - 28 = ~180 bpm HRmax. There are several similar formulas in use, so you may hear slightly different estimates from your doctor or exercise coach. Avoid estimates based on the outdated "220 - your age" formula. You can get a good, quick, and easy estimate with the 220-age formula. Just remember that it is accurate to only +/- 2 or 3 beats per minute. The Karvonen method takes into account your resting heart rate, which varies from person to person, and therefore provides more reliable calculations for each person. Before getting out of bed in the morning, check your pulse by placing the tips of your index and middle finger against your inner wrist, or on your throat to either side of your windpipe. Watch a clock with a second hand and count the number of heart beats in 30 seconds, starting with "zero" on the first heartbeat. Multiply the count by 2 to get your resting heart rate in beats per minute. For greater accuracy, find the average from three different mornings. For example, if you measure 62, 65, and 63 bpm, the average is (62 + 65 + 63) / 3, or about 63 bpm RHR. Smoking, caffeine, stress, hot weather, hormone fluctuations, and many medications all affect your heart rate. Do your best to minimize these factors before measuring your RHR. This is the difference between your heart rate at rest and your heart rate at maximum effort. We call it your "heart rate reserve:" the extra intensity your heart has available for when you need it. To get your HRR, use the equation HRMax - RHR = HRR. For example, if your maximum heart rate (HRmax) is 180 bpm and your resting heart rate (RHR) is 63 bpm, then your heart rate reserve is 180 - 63 = 117 bpm. Multiply your HRR by 0.5. It is not healthy or beneficial to use up your entire heart rate reserve during normal exercise. Instead, you can aim to use a percentage of your reserve based on how strenuously you would like to exercise. Multiply your heart rate reserve by 0.5 to find the minimum increase needed for moderate exercise. If your heart rate reserve is 117 bpm, using half of this reserve would mean increasing your heart rate by (117) x (0.5) = 58.5 bpm. Add the result to your resting heart rate for the target minimum heart rate. The answer is the low end of your target heart rate. This is a good target for people who have just started to exercise regularly, or who are recovering from an injury. Using the numbers above, a resting heart rate of 63 bpm + an increase of 58.5 bpm = 121.5 bpm minimum Target Heart Rate. Replace 0.5 with a higher decimal to calculate a higher target heart rate. If you are just starting an exercise program, you may want to gradually increase your target as your fitness improves, up to about 0.7 for the high end of moderate exercise. If you are an athlete choosing a target heart rate for vigorous exercise, you may want to start at 0.7 or higher. Extreme-intensity, anaerobic exercise might use 0.85 of your reserve.To find this number, use the equation: (HRR x 0.85) + RHR = HRIntense. | Calculate your maximum heart rate (HRmax). Check your resting heart rate (RHR). Calculate your Heart Rate Reserve (HRR). Calculate your Target Minimum Heart Rate (Target HRMin). Calculate your moderate Target Heart Rate (Target HRMod). Calculate your Intense Target Heart Rate (Target HRIntense). |
You can access this by sliding to the left on your Start screen and tapping the Settings button. Select “Lock + wallpaper”. Enter a password into the “New password” text box. Enter it again to confirm it. Tap Done to save your password. Tap the “Change password” button in the “Lock + wallpaper” menu. Enter your old password, and then enter the new password twice in order to set it. To unlock your phone after setting a password, turn the screen on, flick the screen up so that you can enter your password, and press OK. Your phone will then unlock. If you forget your password, you will have to factory reset your phone in order to access it. Check your phone's documentation for instructions for your specific device. Factory resetting will delete the data on your phone. | Open your Settings. Turn on the Password option. Change your password. Unlock your phone. |
Get in the habit of cleaning the insoles of your shoes once a week or twice a month. Clean the insoles of shoes you wear a lot so dirt and odor does not build up. You may have a day once a month where you do a big clean of all of the insoles in your shoes. To reduce odor and dirt on your insoles, wear socks whenever you are wearing shoes with insoles. Socks will help to absorb sweat and dirt so they do not end up on your insoles. You should also try to rotate your shoes so you do not wear the same pair all the time. This way, the insoles of one pair of shoes do not become too worn or start to smell. If you start to notice your insoles are getting worn out, replace them with new ones. Many shoes can fit new insoles that you buy online or at your local shoe store. Do this for shoes you wear often so the insoles are always good quality and clean. | Clean the insoles regularly. Wear socks with your shoes. Replace old insoles. |
Cheap locks can easily be cut open, especially ones from 99p or dollar stores and some underground sports shops. (And thieves know the difference.) You can find better locks at a bike shop or a general sporting goods store. Using at least two good quality locks of different types (listed below) will deter thieves that only have the tools to deal with one type, or who don't want to deal with the extra hassle. Also called D-locks, these inflexible loops affix the frame and/or wheels to a solid object. The smaller the U-lock, the harder it will be for a thief to lever it open with a jack or other tool. For best security, pick a U-lock that is just barely large enough to fit over your rear wheel, frame, and the object you're locking the bike to. While the space inside the U lock should be as small as possible, the U lock material itself should be thick and strong. Sufficiently thick chains (ideally 15mm links or more) are an excellent thief deterrent. On the other hand, they are much heavier than other options. Chains are usually secured by a padlock, which can be the weakest link. Use as thick a padlock as possible to resist bolt cutter attacks. A short chain for locking one wheel of your bike to an object will be much lighter to carry around than a chain long enough for both wheels. In this case, you will need an additional lock (which is a good practice to adopt anyway). You can purchase a thick (20mm) cable lock that is somewhat harder to cut, but the best course of action is to use cable locks as additional thief deterrent, not stand alone security. Cable locks can also be used to secure less valuable bike attachments to the frame, such as a basket. | Invest in good locks. Use two or more different locks. Select a small, hardened steel U-lock. Consider heavy chains. Use cable locks only as a supplement. |
There are tons of makeup brands, and each brand has tons of different concealers. If you're looking for long-lasting concealer, look for that wording on the packaging. If you need help, look online for long-lasting concealers or ask a professional in a beauty store. Stick concealers come in swivel-up tubes – similar to lipstick. Stick concealers are best used to provide coverage for dark circles under your eyes. They are usually extremely thick concealers, so you'll only need a little bit. Although they are usually inexpensive and easy to apply, stick concealers are typically too thick and heavy to cover up breakouts. Stick concealers may clog your pores. They usually aren't a good choice if you have oily skin. This type of concealer usually comes in a squeeze tube, or a tube with a wand applicator. Many concealers on the market will come in a liquid formula, even if they dry matte. If you have acne, look for a liquid concealer that's formulated to fight acne. Cream concealers usually come in small jars or squeeze tubes and provide medium to full coverage for dark under-eye circles. Cream concealers can clog pores, so you shouldn't use them if you're prone to acne. These concealers usually come in compact cases. They are applied like a cream, but dry with a matte-powder finish. This type of concealer is good for those with oily skin, but not for those with acne or dry skin. To cover dark circles under your eyes or dark spots on your face, choose a concealer that is 1 shade lighter than your natural skin tone. If you want to cover acne, you should use a concealer that matches your natural skin tone or is slightly lighter. If you are covering your dark under-eye circles and breakouts, you should consider using 2 different types of concealer. Keep in mind that oily skin can oxidize the concealer, which can make it appear darker. If your skin is very oily, you may want to try a lighter shade of concealer. | Look for a concealer that is labeled as long-lasting. Use a stick concealer if you want to cover dark circles under your eyes. Use a liquid concealer if you have oily skin. Use cream concealer if you have dry or combination skin. Choose a matte-finish concealer if you have oily skin. Pick the right shade of concealer. |
Use a long rectangle scarf in any fabric. Fold the scarf in half lengthwise. Place the center of the scarf behind your neck, with the ends falling on either side of your chest and waist. Smooth the scarf down your sides. Loop a small accessory belt around your clothing and the scarf. Secure the scarf in place with the belt. Alternatively, you can throw the folded scarf over your shoulder. Use a belt to secure the scarf down your right side in back and in front. Make sure the scarf is thin and wider than the circumference of your waist by 6 inches (15cm). Fold the scarf in half diagonally. Roll the scarf together until the ends are wrapped up. Thread the scarf through your belt loops. Tie it in front or off to the side. Grab a very large square scarf or a sarong. Wrap the opposite sides around your waist. Place both ends on 1 side of your hips. Tie them tight until the skirt hangs at your hips. Tie a double knot to secure it. | Wear a scarf toga. Wear a scarf belt. Make a skirt or pareo. |
The necessary controls for this mission will be as follows: Throttle - A black knob - When pushed forward, the engine is at full throttle and when pulled full back, the engine is idling. Fuel Mixture - A red knob - Pushed full inward is the richest mixture (used for sea level takeoffs and landings), while full back is engine off. Only pull the red knob full out when you are on the ground and ready to shut down the engine. Carburetor Heat - Used to warm the engine air intake in icing conditions and on long descents with engine at idle - conditions where a cold engine with cold air could cause icing. Note that, for all practical purposes, this has to be either full-on or full-off. Flaps - A flat handled switch to select the wing flap positions. This will be used for slowing the aircraft to a safe speed in preparation for landing the aircraft. Note that the flaps should be advanced notch-by-notch, one position (10°) at a time. Fuel tank select - A Cessna 172 would almost always be set on "Both Tanks." Steering wheel (Yoke) - This sets the attitude (climb and turn) and the speed of the aircraft. Use small pitch adjustments, in and out for pitch (to climb or descend). Turn the yoke left and right to bank the aircraft. Engine RPM is used for setting engine speed (power) for climbing, descending, and/or landing. Rudder Pedals - These are operated by your feet. Press the top edge of the pedals and the brakes are applied. (Of course, this only has an effect when you are on the ground.) Pressing the lower part of the pedals allows steering while on the runway and helps do quality turns in the air. You will also use the lower part of the rudder pedals to stay lined up with the runway while on final approach. Control trim - There are two trim wheels in the panel which, when adjusted properly, give you almost hands-off control. You will not be using these in an emergency. Be aware too, if you do try to use them to trim for landing, you may not have enough pitch control to gain altitude quickly in case of a go-around. You would have to re-trim in case of a go-around, but it is way better to just stay away from these controls and consider them off limits. The six instruments will be located in the following order: Top left - The "Airspeed Indicator" shows aircraft airspeed, usually in knots. (A knot is one nautical mile per hour—about 1.15 MPH or 1.85km/hr). Top center - The "Artificial Horizon" shows the aircraft attitude, that is, how the plane is inclined in all directions—whether the plane is climbing or descending and how it is banking - left or right. Top right - The "Altimeter" shows the height (altitude) of the aircraft, in feet MSL—feet above mean, or average, sea level. Lower left - The "Turn and Bank Indicator" is a dual instrument which tells how fast you are changing the compass heading (rate of turn) and also whether you are in co-ordinated flight, feeling the proper (down-in-the-seat) Gs from the turn. This is also called the "Turn and Slip Indicator" or "Needle Ball." Lower center is the "Heading Indicator" which shows the current compass heading. Keep in mind that small amounts of friction in the heading gyro dictate that this instrument be calibrated on an ongoing basis. This is explained below in the calibration procedure. Lower right is the "Vertical Speed Indicator" which tells how fast you are going higher or lower. It gives the rate of descent (or climb) in feet per minute. Zero means that you are maintaining altitude and are neither climbing nor descending. | Study the the aircraft controls. Familiarize yourself with the six pack. |
Many arrhythmias are harmless or require minimal treatment plans. Your doctor will always prefer medication to a surgical procedure if medication is enough to treat your arrhythmia on its own. Your doctor will consider a variety of factors, including your age, medical history, and type of arrhythmia based on diagnostic testing. For example, medications cannot reliably speed up your heart to treat a slow heartbeat (bradycardia), but they can help with arrhythmias stemming from a heart that beats erratically or too fast (tachycardia). A medication can (when taken according to your prescription) help to slow a fast heartbeat or even reduce the potential for complications stemming from your arrhythmia. Some of the most serious—and potentially life-threatening—complications of arrhythmia include stroke, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest. An arrhythmia is often a symptom itself of another underlying condition. Your doctor's diagnostic testing may undercover that your condition has resulted from a thyroid problem or even heart disease. In this instance, your doctor may prescribe a medication (such as one to treat hyperthyroidism) as well as a medication to combat your arrhythmia during the process. As with any medications, take exactly as directed by your doctor. One of the most common forms of arrhythmia is known as atrial fibrillation (AFib). This arrhythmia allows your blood to pool, increasing the risk of clotting — and therefore stroke — as one of the chambers in your heart pumps ineffectively. Your doctor will likely prescribe a blood-thinning medication to reduce the potential for your blood to clot in these instances. Common drugs used for this purpose include aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin), which you should always take according to your doctor's recommended schedule. Blood-thinning medications often come with the risk of excess bleeding, and you must inform your doctor of all other drugs you take before beginning this treatment plan. You may also have to submit to regular blood testing to assure the medication is at the correct dosage, especially for warfarin. These options can help with converting the heart rhythm to normal (cardioversion). Your doctor will have a large assortment of these drugs to choose from, and you may have to try several before finding one that manages your arrhythmia without adverse side effects. During the trial-and-error process, you may experience a worsened arrhythmia from some of these drugs, so your doctor will likely prescribe a blood-thinning medication in association to reduce the risk of stroke. Common options include: Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone) Bepridil hydrochloride (Vascor) Flecainide (Tambocor) Ibutilide (Corvert) Calcium channel blockers (calcium antagonists) prevent the movement of calcium into cardiac tissue, resulting in a slowed heart rate. This makes these a common choice for slowing a fast heart rate (tachycardia), especially in situations where antiarrhythmic drugs haven't worked or are not recommended by your doctor. Options include felodipine (Plendil), isradipine (Dynacirc), and nicardipine (Cardene). They are usually taken daily. Don't take these drugs if you are pregnant. Don't drink grapefruit juice when taking calcium channel blockers because it may increase drug concentration and have a toxic effect. Beta blockers reduce the effects of adrenaline, which can also treat arrhythmia caused by a fast heartbeat. Your doctor is more likely to prescribe these drugs if heart disease is the underlying cause of your arrhythmia because they can also treat angina pains associated with heart disease. Common options include acebutolol (Sectral), atenolol (Tenormin), and betaxolol (Kerlone). This drug is usually taken daily. You shouldn't use this drug if you are lactating or pregnant. Side effects can include hypotension, bradycardia, and difficulty breathing. There is increased risk of hypoglycemia if you combine this drug with insulin. | Consult your doctor. Learn the treatment goals of medication. Treat any underlying condition. Ask about antiplatelet and anticoagulant treatments. Look into anti-arrhythmic drugs. Ask about calcium channel blockers. Consult your doctor about beta blockers. |
Some milk banks only accept donations, but there are a lot of them out there that will pay $1 or more per ounce of breast milk. Some milk banks only accept donations in person, but many of them are open to receiving frozen and shipped milk. Take some time to search for milk banks in your area to see if there is one you like. Mothers Milk Co-op, Prolacta Bioscience, and the Human Milk Banking Association of North America are well-known organizations in the US that are hospital approved and complete rigorous screening checks. It's generally free to join a milk bank, though some locations do require you donate your first 100 ounces of milk to defray costs before they start paying you. You can apply to almost any milk bank online. You’ll need to input your personal health history, information about your milk production, prescription drug history, and other information about your diet and health habits. Most mothers who are selling their breast milk will complete a short telephone interview with the milk bank before moving on to the rest of the screening process. Milk banks require donor mothers to be in good health. They are looking for women who are not on most medications or supplements. Women also need to be willing to undergo blood testing (usually at the milk bank's expense). Milk banks screen their mothers very thoroughly before accepting their milk. Moms shouldn't use illegal drugs, smoke or use tobacco products, or regularly drink more than 2 ounces of alcohol per day. Eligible milk donors also can't have received a blood transfusion in the last 4 months or an organ or tissue transplant in the last 12 months. Blood banks also will not accept milk from mothers who have a positive test result for HIV, HTLV, hepatitis B or C, or syphilis. Because milk banks regularly provide breast milk to hospitals for babies who are premature or high risk, they take extra care to not potentially introduce any bacterias or viruses to the babies. Use sterilized bags to store your pumped breast milk. In most cases, you’ll need to purchase these bags yourself. Most bags need to be labeled with your identification number at the milk bank, as well as the date the milk was expressed. The milk has to be put into the fridge or freezer shortly after pumping, generally within 30 minutes. Keep it in the fridge or freezer until it's ready to be delivered or mailed. Milk accepted by mail should be sent via overnight shipping in a cooler and kept on ice. Some milk banks may arrange this for you, whereas others will let you incur that cost. | Find a milk bank you would like to join. Apply for a milk bank membership. Undergo a screening process and blood test. Follow guidelines to correctly store and transport breast milk. |
Avoid leaving them buttoned since it will make your rolled sleeves too tight. Make sure you get all of the buttons, including any that are higher up along the forearm. Bring your other cuff up to the same point on your arm as you did on the first sleeve. Look in a mirror, check that your sleeves’ lengths match, and make sure the rolls don't look too thick. Additionally, make sure the same amount of cuff is poking out on each side. Sometimes called the Italian Roll, this style looks especially great when the cuff's inside lining is a different color than the rest of the shirt. The contrasting colors can create a striking accent and add interest to your outfit. | Unfasten each button on your sleeve cuff. Repeat the process to roll your other shirt sleeve. |
Blueberry pancakes can be topped with a variety of delicious spreads. The most popular serving method involves slathering butter on the hot pancakes and pouring over thick maple syrup. Some other popular toppings include: whipped cream lemon curd fresh blueberries powdered sugar pancake syrup blueberry syrup Place a tray of pancakes in the middle of your table. Next, arrange serving dishes with the different topping options and a small spoon. If you have other breakfast dishes such as eggs or bacon, place these on the table as well. Your diners can serve themselves pancakes and top them with whatever they’d like. If you don't have room on your table, place the serving dishes on your counter. Your guests can serve themselves in line and sit at the table to eat. This option is good for a fancy brunch. Place two or three pancakes on each plate. Next, place a square of butter at the center of each stack. Add your other toppings to the pancakes as the butter melts. Add powdered sugar after you’ve poured on the syrup. Otherwise, the syrup will absorb the powdered sugar. | Choose your toppings. Serve the pancakes family-style. Arrange each plate individually. |
If you wear a belt to the airport, it's going to be a big hassle. Save yourself some time, and leave it in your suitcase or at home. At security, you will probably be asked to remove your belt if you wear one. That means it will take you longer to get through the metal detector. It also means you might annoy people behind you. Although if you are a member of TSA PRE CHECK you maybe able to keep your belt on but it depends on the airport you go to. A key point to remember when dressing for the airport is convenience is important. Consider how to make the experience easier. Make sure to choose pants that will stay up without a belt if you forgot one, though! If you’re wearing a ton of jewelry to the airport – or hard to remove pieces, like small earrings with small clasps – it could be a hassle. At the metal detector, you may have to remove most of it. Body piercings could set it off and significantly delay you. The other problem with wearing a lot of jewelry is that it could make you a mark for thieves or pick pockets. It's usually not a good idea to flash your wealth in an airport. You could keep the jewelry in a pocket within your carry on, and then put it on once you land and leave the destination airport. Lots of makeup and elaborate hair probably looks great when you board the plane and not so great after a multiple hour flight. Simpler is better! Your skin is likely to feel dehydrated after a flight, so do bring a small bottle of moisturizer and tube of chapstick. Pull your hair in a ponytail! Leave behind big bottles of beauty products. Maybe you like using your own shampoo. Or maybe it's saline solution, sunscreen, or expensive face lotion you’re bringing along. You know the rules. You can only get bottles the size of 3 full ounces through security. Follow the rules, and it will go faster. It can be really handy in an airport to carry a big purse. For one, you’ll have somewhere to put items you buy, like reading material or gum. For another, a nice, statement purse can dress up an otherwise low-key outfit, allowing you to look chic in an airport while staying comfortable. A big purse can almost double as another carry-on bag. Some women like to bring a hair brush and makeup on the plane with them, so they can freshen up right before they land. A too-small purse can be easier to lose. A larger purse is almost always a better bet when going to an airport. Clothing with pockets can also be useful. | Leave the belt off. Avoid lots of jewelry. Go simple on the beauty routine. Bring a big purse. |
Some whitening strips contain hydrogen peroxide, which is poisonous if swallowed. Try to avoid swallowing any of the gel or saliva that is produced when wearing the whitening strips. Don't worry if you accidentally swallow a small amount of gel. Small amounts will likely not produce any symptoms. The chemicals in whitening strips can cause some sensitivity in the teeth and gums to occur. This may be the result of the gel coming into contact with the gums directly, applying the strips for too long or too much, or a sensitivity to the gel. Take a break from whitening strips if you notice your teeth or gums becoming sensitive. Ask your dentist if you are able to use whitening strips safely. Not all tooth whitening strips use the same chemicals and processes to achieve results. Some may actually exacerbate preexisting dental issues or cause new ones to arise. Ask your dentist if whitening strips and other whitening products are a good fit for you. | Don't swallow any gel from the strips. Stop if sensitivity occurs. Ask your dentist before using any whitening product. |
You can choose a wide or narrow bangle to wrap with silk thread. Use a bangle in the material of your choice, such as wood, plastic, or metal, but the glue will stick best to plastic and wood. Circular bangles are the most common type, but if you can find a square or oval bangle, then you could wrap 1 of these with silk thread as well. Keep in mind that wider bangles take more time to wrap with thread than thin bangles do. Make sure that the bangle fits your wrist before you wrap it with the thread. You can use a single color to wrap your bangle, or you can use 2 or more different colors of thread. Thicker thread will cover more of the bangle at once than thin thread, but you can also use multiple strands if you only have thin thread. Some color combinations to try include: Teal and purple Green and gold Red, white, and blue Pink, purple, blue, green, and yellow After you have finished wrapping the bangles with silk thread, you can glue some extra items onto them if desired. Choose some colorful beads, some sparkly crystals, or shiny sequins to decorate your silk bangles. Items that are flat on the back are easier to glue onto a bangle than rounded items. You should also consider the size of the embellishment and whether or not it will fit on the bangle. Some options to try include: White crystals on a blue bangle Yellow beads on a purple bangle White beads on a red and blue bangle Rainbow color beads on a black and white bangle | Select a bangle base in the desired shape, material, and width. Choose 1 or more silk threads to wrap around your bangle. Pick out some beads or gems to glue onto the finished bangle. |
Some people prefer pen, others pencil. Some like them larger, others smaller. The important thing is to find a writing instrument that feels right in your hand. Consider a pen or pencil with a soft grip, especially if you tend to grip too tightly. Use lined paper for practice, and sturdier paper if you are writing something to keep. Yes, your mother was right -- posture counts. Hunching over your paper will make your neck and back sore after a while, and it also restricts your arm movement so that you will over-utilize your hand and wrist in writing (see Method 2, Step 3 below). If you can sit up straight as a rail and be comfortable, great. But don't make yourself overly rigid and uncomfortable. Beautiful writing should not be a painful chore. Grasp the pen, don't choke it. (They say a good craftsman never blames his tools.) If you have an indentation or red mark on your finger when you finish writing, you're holding on too tight. A looser hold enables a better range of motion and allows the letters to flow more freely from your pen. There are plenty of “right” ways to hold a pen or pencil. Some pin it against the middle finger with the index finger and thumb, some press with the fingertips of all three fingers; some rest the back of the pen on the index finger base knuckle, some on the webbing between index finger and thumb. Instead of spending time forcing yourself to utilize a new grip, go with what is comfortable for you -- unless you find that you use an awkward grip that negatively affects the quality of your writing. So long as you're utilizing your first two fingers and thumb, it should work fine. Sure, it's fine to use abbreviations, symbols, non-sentences, etc. when jotting down notes, but especially when it's something that another person will see, take the time to write properly. A shiny, clean car that's missing two wheels and the hood doesn't look as beautiful as a complete one. Make sure you have the appropriate capitalization and punctuation marks. Don't use text speech or internet abbreviations. If you are writing anything other people are going to read, don't use text writing: Gr8, bcuz, u, soz, lols, etc. Do you know someone with beautiful handwriting? Watch him or her write and ask for some pointers. You may even want to look at word processor fonts for inspiration on letter shapes. Don't be too proud to seek out writing lessons and workbooks marketed for schoolchildren. For that matter, if you have children, practice together. Turn family bonding time into better penmanship for all. | Choose the right tools. Sit upright but comfortably. Hold on loosely. Make your content more beautiful. Seek inspiration. |
If you're new to running, expect to achieve runner's high during basic distance runs far more frequently than more experienced runners will. However, don't expect it to happen right away. Concentrate on building your endurance through base training at first. This way you will be able to run for longer distances at more challenging paces, when runner's high is more likely to happen. Pushing yourself too hard too soon can result in injury or tiring yourself out too quickly for runner's high to occur. "Base training" simply refers to running at a consistent pace for longer and longer periods. First, consult a doctor beforehand if you're new to this. Discuss any concerns they may have regarding your personal condition. Once they sign off on the idea, ease into it by setting achievable goals. If needed, alternate between running and walking at first, rather than push yourself beyond your means and risk injury. Allow your body to adapt and develop. Then, once you meet your goals, set new ones, one baby step at a time, week by week. For instance: Start by running for one minute and walking for four, for a total of 30 minutes. When you feel ready, increase the running to two minutes and decrease the walking to three. Continue in this fashion until you can comfortably for 30 minutes straight. Runner's high could occur as early as ten minutes into a consistent run for some people. For others, it may take much longer. Either way, set new goals each week. Just because runner's high might have occurred at the 15-minute mark one day last week doesn't mean that will happen again this week. Worry less about speed in the beginning of your training. Focus more on running a consistent pace from start to finish. Stick to a pace that allows you to talk comfortably. If you are unable to communicate simple sentences without gasping for air, slow down a little. Repeat as needed. Run with others so you can test your ability to talk. Taking it easy as a beginner is essential to avoiding injury. Aim to run most days of the week. Maintain a consistent schedule, with at least one day off per week for rest. If needed, adjust your goals to ensure that you don't overtax yourself and end up sidelined. Prioritize the number of workouts per week over the mileage. For example: If your current goal is to run 20 miles each week, divide them between four 5-mile runs or five 4-mile runs, rather than two 10-mile ones. If your goal is based on time (say, 120 minutes) do the same. Run four 30-minute runs or five 24-minute runs instead of two hour-long runs. Your body needs to feel stressed for runner's high to occur, so too much rest in between runs will decrease its chances. Once you grow accustomed to running comfortably without stopping for a half-hour, designate such runs as your easy days. Adjust your weekly schedule to accommodate an easy run one day, a hard run the next, an easy one the day after, and so on. Allow your body to recuperate in between hard runs without sacrificing a day of running. Gradually increase your goals on hard days to encourage runner's high. Say your easy run is four miles. On your hard days, run five. Or run four at a faster pace. Continue adding more time or mileage to your hard days with each passing week, with the aim of being able to run anywhere between 90 and 150 minutes straight. Runner's high could occur before this goal. However, as your body adapts to running for longer distances, it becomes less likely as your body adapts. To continue experiencing runner's high on basic distance runs, keep increasing the mileage and/or pace on hard days. | Be patient. Start gradually. Run slowly at first. Train regularly. Alternate between easy runs and hard runs. |
If your acne does not respond to over-the-counter medications, see a dermatologist about prescription creams. The ingredients are generally stronger and may help clear up your acne faster than drugstore brands. Retinoids come in the form of gels, powders, and creams. They are derived from vitamin A and add nutrients to the skin that can eliminate acne. Retinoids are applied three times a week in the evening. If you need to use retinoids for an extended period, you'll eventually move up to using them once at night. Note that there is a retinoid cream called Differin gel (adapalene gel) that is now available over-the-counter. It is a little more gentle than other retinoids. Antibiotic creams kill bacteria and reduce redness in the skin. Usually, antibiotic creams are used in conjunction with retinoids or benzoyl peroxide. You would apply antibiotics in the morning and retinoids at night. The combination may clear up mild acne faster, so ask your dermatologist about using both if you're interested in fast cures. Dapsone is a gel that is sometimes prescribed with retinoids. It may cause redness and dryness, however. If you're trying to clear up acne fast for a big event, you may want to consider other methods. Dapsone gel is not recommended to be used with benzoyl peroxide, due to the possibility of causing a yellow or orange discoloration of the skin. If you're female and frequently break out with mild acne, you might want to talk to a doctor about oral contraceptives. The hormones found in most oral birth controls can help prevent acne. Combined oral contraceptives contain estrogen and progesterone, and these hormones combined can prevent acne. While this might not help clear up acne fast, it's worth looking into if you're looking for a long-term solution. Such products may cause headaches, breast tenderness, mood swings, and spotting between periods. For most women, side effects taper off within the first three months. If oral contraceptives do not work, consider an antiandrogen agent as a possibility. This is a drug that works by blocking the effect of certain hormones on the glands, eliminating acne from developing. A dermatologist can perform chemical peels and other skin therapies that should remove acne fairly quickly. Ask your dermatologist about skin therapies if you're interested in swift removal. A chemical peel is usually done in one treatment, but some people need several treatments for the full effect. Your dermatologist will apply a solution to your skin designed to exfoliate it. The solution may be left on or washed off before the end of the session. The procedure is non-invasive and usually takes less than an hour. They are fairly effective at quickly removing acne or acne scars. While your skin may sting, the procedure is not painful. The downside is, however, the chemical peels are generally not covered by insurance and may be somewhat expensive depending on your dermatologist's rates. You may experience some redness and flaking or peeling of the skin for several days after having the peel. A microdermabrasion is a non-surgical means to rejuvenate the skin. Skin is gently sanded to remove the thicker, outer layer. It can lessen the appearance of acne and acne scars and make skin look younger and lighter overall. Like chemical peels, however, the procedure can be expensive and is generally not covered by insurance. Ask about light and laser therapy for acne. You will likely need multiple treatments for this to work, and it must usually be done in combination with a topical treatment. Blue, red, and blue and red light devices can be used to reduce pimples. There are even some at-home light treatments you can use. Other options include treatment with infrared light, photodynamic therapy (PDT), and photo pneumatic therapy. | Ask a dermatologist about prescription acne creams. Consider oral contraceptives. Ask about chemical peels and other skin therapies. |
As a federal investigative and intelligence agency, the FBI has the authority and responsibility to respond to a range of federal crimes, cyber crimes, and national security threats. Contact the FBI any time to give information on the following crimes: Possible acts of terrorism or activities related to terrorism People sympathetic to terrorists Suspicious activities that could be a threat to national security, especially if foreign parties are involved Computer crimes, especially those related to national security Corrupt government activities at the local, state, or federal level, or in law enforcement Race-related and hate crimes Human trafficking Civil rights crimes Organized crime activities Financial crimes involving fraud (corporate fraud, mortgage fraud, investment fraud, etc.) Health care industry fraud People who have committed or are planning to commit crimes including bank robbery, kidnapping, extortion, valuable art theft, large interstate shipment theft, and monetary instrument theft Violent gang activity Information submitted via the "FBI Tips and Public Leads" form will be reviewed as soon as possible by an FBI agent or professional staff member. Note that you may not get a reply to your submission due to the large volume of submissions the FBI receives. Provide as much detail as possible when filling out the form. The FBI has 56 field offices in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, as well as dozens more offices attached to U.S. embassies around the world. You can contact your nearest office with information on possible criminal activity. If you want to email the FBI, you will need to contact a field office, as the FBI has no central email address. Look up the address, phone number, and email of the nearest U.S. field office here. Find the phone number of the closest international office here. Though it is more efficient to submit a tip form or contact a local office, you can also call the FBI headquarters with a tip or complaint about criminal activity. The phone number is 202-324-3000, and the address is: FBI Headquarters 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20535-0001 | Know when to contact the FBI. Use the online tip form. Contact your nearest FBI office. Call or write to the FBI headquarters. |
Really think about what you're afraid of. For example, while you may hate going to the dentist, it might be the use of needles that you're truly afraid of. In this case, you'd want to focus on your fear of needles, not the dentist. If you're having trouble pinpointing your phobia, write down a list of the things that scare you. You may be able to isolate the true fear. Set tangible, achievable goals. It will also be helpful during treatment to consider the benefits that come from these goals. Write down a variety of goals at different levels. Having small achievements will help you work towards tougher aims. The act of writing down your goals can actually help you succeed. You're more likely to write down detailed, achievable goals, rather than vague ones. You'll also be more committed to sticking with them. It's naive to assume that you won't encounter any obstacles. Instead, imagine how you want to react to what frightens you. You could visualize something else, face the fear head on for a set amount of time, or you could distract yourself by doing an activity. Realize that your coping strategy should change as you encounter and achieve goals. While you might initially cope by distracting yourself, you may eventually be able to face your phobia for small periods of time. After all, fear has helped humans survive in many situations. On the other hand, fears may easily turn into phobias, also prevent someone from accomplishing certain things. For example: It is normal to feel anxious if you look down from a skyscraper. On the other hand, turning down a dream job just because it happens to be at the top of a skyscraper, is not helping you achieve your goals/dreams. Many people feel anxious about getting shots or having blood drawn. Shots can be painful. It is when someone starts to avoid medical examinations and treatments just because he or she might get a shot, that the fear becomes problematic. | Identify your fear. Write down your goals. Make a coping strategy. Know that being afraid is perfectly normal. |
LEGO VIP status is free to anyone 18 and older. As a VIP you’ll enjoy special shopping days at the LEGO store and access to free samples during special events. Go online to LEGO.com and click on the link to VIP section. Complete the online registration. When shopping online at LEGO.com click Join VIP program when you checkout. Register at an official LEGO store to join the VIP program. As a LEGO VIP you will receive notice of new product launches and have the opportunity to register for special VIP gifts. Take advantage of all the free perks of VIP membership to have the most chances to receive free LEGO products. Check the LEGO website to find the store nearest you. Each store participates in VIP only shopping hours and gives out gifts and prizes to VIP attendees. Arrive early during VIP shopping to ensure the gifts are available; some items may have limited quantities. | Register with LEGO to be a VIP. Sign up for VIP newsletters and special deals. Attend VIP only shopping days at your local LEGO store. |
Fungal infections show up on the surface of your fish. Notice any discoloration on the scales of your fish and look for cotton-like growths on the surface. With a fungal infection your fish will develop a white film or white patches on parts of its body. This may seem like general discoloration, but a closer look often reveals a white, fungus-like growth. A fungal infection can occur on the fish's eyes as well as its body. The fish will have enlarged, filmy-white eyes that may face upward or seem non-functional. If this is the case with your fish, treat it as you would any other fungal infection. Fish will usually swim awkwardly and lie on the aquarium's bottom if they have an advanced fungal infection. They may also gasp for breath at the top of the water. They may also stop eating if they are very ill. | Look for discoloration on the fish’s body. Notice problems with the fish’s eyes. Look for changes in your fish's behavior. |
Use your connectors to attach the pieces of PVC pipe together to create a rectangular frame with two “feet.” Build the frame as follows: Use the two elbow connectors to attach your 6’ PVC piece to two of your 2.5’ pieces. Use one T-joint connector on each side to attach those 2.5’ pieces to two more 2.5’ pieces (which will be vertical) and two 3’ pieces (which will be horizontal) to fill the T-joints. Fill another T-joint connector on each side with the 2.5’ pieces you just installed, two more 3’ pieces (horizontal), and your two 2’ pieces (vertical). Connect the horizontal 3’ pieces in the middle with two T-joints and one 2.5’ piece vertically between them. Make the feet by connecting two 1’ pieces together with the end of your 2’ piece on either side using a T-joint. Then add end caps to the open ends of all four 1’ pieces. Use microphone stands as an alternative method for an adjustable stand. You may choose this method if you already have mic stands available, if you want to use less PVC pipe, or you want the height of the frame to be more easily adjusted. Build a simpler PVC frame of three long pieces for the top and sides of the frame. Then use two microphone stands with the extensions removed and slide the side pieces of PVC pipe over the mic stands so the frame stands upright. Adjust the height of the frame by raising the PVC higher or lower on the mic stands and placing a clamp underneath to keep in place. Or try using just one piece of PVC pipe for the top bar of the frame, then slide either end of it into a mic stand grip. Adjust each mic stand accordingly to change the height of the screen. Note that when using microphone stands, you may want to choose thicker PVC pipe, like 1” PVC, for sturdiness. Glue your PVC frame pieces together using PVC glue if you want to make the frame more permanent. Keep the pieces unglued if you want to take the frame apart later. Choose to glue if you’re sure you want to keep the frame intact and at the same size and structure. It can still be portable due to the very light weight of the PVC. Choose to keep the frame unglued if you want to make it even more portable by breaking it down for easier travel or storage. Of course, this will require reassembly each time it's used. | Connect your PVC pipe. Try an alternative with microphone stands. Keep PVC loose or glue it. |
You can find “Tools” at the top of the page. On the “Widgets” page that comes up, in the “HTML5 Player” box, click the button that says “Get It.” A new pop-up window opens in which you can set some of the parameters of the player. At the bottom left of the pop-up window is an iframe code under the heading “Get the Embed Code.” If your site uses HTTPS, click the checkbox that says “This widget is intended for a secure page.” If not, leave it be. Click the “Get Code” button underneath the iframe code. This copies the code to your clipboard. Navigate to your dashboard for your WordPress site. On the upper right of the editor are two tabs that say “Visual” and “Text.” Find the area where you want the player, and paste the code. At the upper right of the page, click the “Save Draft” button, and then click “Preview.” Review your work in the preview page that pops up. If everything looks good, return to the editor page, click “Publish,” and your WordPress site now has a ReverbNation music player! | Log into your ReverbNation artist account. Go to Tools > Widgets and Apps. Click the “Get It” button. Look for the Embed Code. Copy the code. Open the post/page on which you’d like to add your player. Click on the “Text” tab. Paste the code. Save and Preview. Publish. |
Nail polishes and nail polish remover can have harsh chemicals like formaldehyde and toluene. Both of these chemical are preservatives and can do serious harm if absorbed. You do not have to completely forego pretty nails, just be sure to pick nail polishes that do not have nasty chemicals like Formaldehyde in them Accutane (isotretinoin), Retin-A (tretinoin), and tetracyclines can all be dangerous to your developing fetus, may cause serious birth defects, and should be avoided. Wrinkle cream may also contain Retinol, which can also be dangerous. If you have concerns about wrinkles or acne while pregnant, it is important you discuss this with your doctor and find a treatment that is safe for both you and your baby. Botox should not be used to treat wrinkles while pregnant, either. Teeth-whitening products that contain peroxide may not be safe to use while pregnant. There is not enough research to support that it is safe to bleach or have your teeth whitened, so it's best to wait until after you have given birth and are finished breastfeeding. In fact, it is illegal in some countries for dentists to perform whitening procedures on pregnant women. Some whitening toothpastes, too, contain peroxide. The levels are so low they should not affect your pregnancy, but talk to your doctor first. Look for stain-reducing, rather than whitening, toothpaste. There is not clear evidence that tanning will harm your baby, but using a tanning bed is the leading cause of skin cancer and should always be avoided. Tanning may also potentially break down folic acid, which is important in building your baby's nervous system. Avoid spray tans, as you can inhale chemicals that could harm your baby. In addition, overheating by tanning or laying out in the sun can increase your risk for birth defects. Wear sunscreens containing zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Talk to your doctor before using self-tanner. There is not enough evidence to show that self-tanning lotion is safe for use while you are pregnant, but it is thought the chemical that browns your skin (dihydroxyacetone) is not absorbed past the first layer of skin. Still, you should check with your doctor before using any self-tanning products, or just make peace with being a little pale while you're pregnant. | Think about your nail routine. Talk to your doctor about wrinkle cream and acne medication. Wait to whiten your teeth. Avoid tanning and spray tans. |
The test above isn't the only way to determine whether the ignition coil in your vehicle is functioning as it should. If you have access to a piece of electrical equipment called an ohmmeter, which measures electrical resistance, you can measure the effectiveness of your ignition coil in a definitive, quantifiable way, rather than in the somewhat subjective way described above. However, to begin this test, you'll need to remove the vehicle's ignition coil so that you can easily access its electrical terminals. Refer to your service manual for precise instructions on removing your ignition coil. Usually, you'll need to disconnect it from the distributor wire, then unscrew it from its mounting with a wrench. Ensure your vehicle is turned off and has had a chance to cool before beginning this process. Every vehicle's ignition coil has its own unique specifications in terms of the electrical resistance within the coil. If your coil's actual resistance levels fall outside of these specifications, you'll know that your coil is damaged. Usually, you'll be able to find the resistance specifications unique to your vehicle by consulting your service manual. However, if you can't find it here, you may find success by contacting your dealership or by searching online vehicular resources. Generally speaking, most automotive coils will have a resistance reading of about .7 - 1.7 ohms for the primary winding and 7,500 - 10,500 ohms for the secondary winding. The distributor will have three electrical contacts - two on either side and one in the middle. These may be either external (jutting out) or internal (sunken in) - it makes no difference. Turn on your ohmmeter and touch one lead to each of the outer electrical contacts. Record the resistance reading - this is the resistance of the coil's primary winding. Note that some newer models of ignition coil have contact configurations that differ from this traditional arrangement. Consult your vehicle's manual for information if you are unsure which contacts correspond to the primary winding. Next, keep one lead on one of the outer contacts and touch the other to the central, inner contact of the ignition coil (where the main wire to the distributor connects). Record the resistance reading - this is the resistance of the coil's secondary winding. Ignition coils are delicate components of a vehicle's electrical system. If either the primary or secondary windings are even a little outside of your vehicle's specifications, you'll want to replace your ignition coil, as your current one is likely damaged or malfunctioning. | Remove the ignition coil from the vehicle. Find the resistance specifications for your ignition coil. Position the leads of the ohmmeter on the poles of the primary coil. Position the leads of the ohmmeter on the poles of the secondary coil. Determine whether the readings you recorded fall within your vehicle's specifications. |
Since there is no center rearview mirror in a moving truck, backing up is extremely difficult. Try to find parking spots which you can pull all the way through so you can just drive forward when you’re ready to leave. Have the person stand off to one side so that you can clearly see them in your mirror, then ask them to direct you to make sure you don't back over something you can't see. Discuss what hand signals you will use before you start backing up. For instance, you may agree that an open hand means go and a closed fist means stop. This will help keep the truck from rolling, and it will reduce strain on the truck's regular brakes. If the emergency brake is a lever, press the button and lift the lever up. If the brake is a pedal, press it with your foot until you feel it engage. Even if it seems like the truck is on flat elevation, you still need to engage the emergency brake. If the front of the truck is facing uphill when you park, turn the steering wheel so that the front tires are angled away from the curb. This will help anchor the truck and keep it from rolling backwards. If you have to park so that the front of the car is angled downhill, turn the steering wheel so that the front tires are cut in towards the curb to keep the truck from rolling forwards. Moving trucks are sometimes targets for theft, since people often are transporting their valuable items. If you stop to eat or to stay overnight in a hotel, try to park where you can keep an eye on the truck. | Try to find drive-through parking so you don’t have to back up. Get someone to help you if you do need to back up while parking. Set the emergency brake every time you park. Turn the wheels away from the curb if you park uphill. Turn the wheels into the curb if you park downhill. Park where you can see the vehicle whenever possible. |
d = R * arccos(R/(R + h)), where• d = distance to horizon• R = radius of the Earth• h = height of eye The geometric horizon calculated using the method in this article may not be the same as the optical horizon, which is what your eye actually sees. Why is this? The atmosphere bends (refracts) light that is traveling horizontally. What this usually means is that a ray of light is able to slightly follow the curvature of the earth, so that the optical horizon is a bit further away than the geometric horizon. Unfortunately the refraction due to the atmosphere is neither constant nor predictable, as it depends on the change of temperature with height. There is therefore no simple way to add a correction to the formula for the geometric horizon, though one may achieve an "average" correction by assuming a radius for the earth that is a bit greater than the true radius. This will calculate the length of the curved line that follows from your feet to the true horizon (shown in green in this image). Now, the arccos(R/(R+h)) portion refers to the angle that is made at the center of the Earth by the line going from the true horizon to the center and the line going from you to the center. With this angle, we multiply it by R to get the "arc length," which, in this case, is the distance that you are looking for. | Calculate the actual distance you'd have to traverse to get to the horizon by using the following formula. Increase R by 20% to compensate for the distorting refraction of light rays and to arrive at a more accurate measurement. Understand how this calculation works. |
Get involved in the lives of your children, parents, siblings and other members of your immediate family. Phone them up regularly to arrange time to hang out. Spend some time each day interacting with your family. You might even plan a family reunion. In addition to family, spend time with friends as well. If possible, avoid going to the cinema or over to their house to watch a programme. Instead, plan dinners, parties, visits to the beach, or trips to the bowling alley or skating rink. Beyond your family and friends, there are likely many others that you interact with on a day to day basis like the janitor who works in your office, the dinner lady in your school, or your work colleagues. Instead of tuning them out or putting in your earphones, engage with them in conversation. This will help you stay more connected to the real world. Take a good look around you and attend to any household duties that may need to be taken care of. This can include anything from fixing a leaky tap to fixing up the garden. Improving your cooking or DIY skills is also another option to consider. Register for any courses that you are interested in or even consider going back to school. This will make a great and significant demand on your time. This will also keep you occupied and productive. There are many other activities to engage in besides television. Spend some time exploring old hobbies of yours and developing new ones. You can do things like reading, horse riding, dancing, painting, or gardening. There is a whole exciting world outside of your home that you have likely not explored because of your TV addiction. Go out into your neighborhood and take a walk. Go hiking or camping for a weekend with your friends. Plan a trip to the lake and go canoeing or kayaking. These activities are good for both physical and mental health. | Interact with your family. Spend time with friends. Practice mindfulness in all interactions. Take care of your home. Take a class. Choose another hobby. Head outdoors. |
Your city may not have a program that trains service dogs. However, most programs are open to people traveling to them to get a dog. Pick a program that trains service dogs for your specific need. For instance, some focus on seeing-eye dogs, while other dogs are trained to help veterans or other people who are disabled. Some programs may require you to pay for your service dog. However, many provide service dogs to people for free, so you may not need to pay a cent. Keep travel costs in mind, though, if you need to travel to another area to receive your dog. You should be able to find the application online. The applications for most of these programs are fairly extensive, as they receive many more applications than they have dogs. Therefore, they want to make sure every potential candidate is a good fit. An application can take several months, so prepare ahead of time. You may need to fill out information about your medical history, as well as information about your education, employment, travel skills, and any previous experience you have with service dogs. You'll also likely need to provide references. In some cases, you may need to provide proof that you can travel independently. Service dogs receive extensive training, but they're not the only ones who need it! You will also need training on how to work with the dog, so that you can use its training properly to help you. Training can take 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the program you choose. Often, you'll work 1-on-1 with a trainer and your dog to learn everything you need to know. Some training is done at home. It just depends on the organization. Once you complete the training, you can bring your new service dog home with you to be a part of the family. It may take a while for the dog to integrate into your home, so be patient. Introduce the dog slowly to other family members and pets. If you have a disability, you have a right to bring your service dog into most public spaces and to your workplace to offer you assistance. The only exception to this rule is places that must meet specific standards of cleanliness, such as operating rooms; in that case, the organization may refuse entry to your dog. While you have a right to bring your dog with you to assist you in public places, you are required to keep your dog under control. In general, that means keeping the dog on a leash or harness, unless that makes it impossible for the dog to help you. If your dog needs to be off the leash, it must remain under your control through voice commands and gestures. | Find a program for service dogs. Check the cost. Apply for the program by filling out an application. Go through training. Bring your new service dog home. Learn your rights as a service dog owner. Keep your service dog under control in public. |
Using a soft toothbrush or a bristle brush made for leather, gently brush away any dirt, dust, or debris. Brush the leather with soft strokes in the same direction. If you scrub the shoes in multiple directions, you're likely to leave scars. Use a rubber-bristled brush rather than a nylon-bristled brush. Rubber brushes will be easier on your shoes. Make a cleaning solution with water and mild dish soap. Dampen a microfiber cloth with the solution, and use it to clean your Sperrys. Apply firm pressure while you rub in a circular motion to remove residual dirt and scuffs. Don't get the leather too damp, as excessive wetness can make the leather fibers less supple. Avoid using saddle soap on your Sperrys, which can break down and damage most leathers. After you have washed your Sperrys with water, wipe them dry with another microfiber cloth. Use the same circular motion as you did to remove the scuffs. Continue wiping until your Sperrys are dry, at which point you can proceed to the next step. Before you can polish your Sperrys, you need to apply leather conditioner. Using a soft cloth, apply a thin layer of conditioner to your shoe's leather. Let the conditioner absorb into the shoe for 10-20 minutes, then remove it with a dry section of the cloth. your Sperrys with shoe polish. Use a soft cloth to apply the polish in a clockwise motion around the shoe. When you have polished the entire leather surface, use a separate cloth to remove the polish in a counterclockwise motion. Test the polish on a small part of the shoe first to make sure it won't cause discoloration. Cream polishes will retain your shoe's color best, but wax polishes are ideal for shine. Using a soft microfiber cloth once again, buff your shoes in a circular motion by applying direct pressure to the shoes. For an extra shine, apply a few drops of water onto the cloth before you buff your Sperrys. You cannot clean suede shoes the same way that you clean leather. Suede is treated differently and has a napped finish because it is made of the underside of animal skin. Follow the cleaning instructions for suede shoes to avoid causing damage. | Remove caked-on dirt with a bristle brush. Use water and soap to rub away scuffs. Dry your Sperrys. Apply leather conditioner to your shoes. Shine Buff your shoes with a microfiber cloth. Take special care with suede shoes. |
For this bubble mixture, you will need the following ingredients: Glycerin, liquid dish soap, and corn syrup. The glycerin, a natural moisturizer, will prevent the bubble from drying out—bubbles love moisture! The corn syrup will make the bubbles extra “sticky”. You can find glycerin at your local pharmacy. In a container combine 4 parts glycerin, 2 parts liquid dish soap, and 1 part corn syrup. For a large amount of solution, you could combine 4 cups glycerin, 2 cups liquid dish soap, and 1 cup corn syrup. For a smaller amount of solution, you could combine, 1 cup glycerin, ½ cup liquid dish soap, and ¼ cup corn syrup. If the solution does not work right away, don't throw it away. Bubbles solutions improve with age. Leave the solution to rest in a sealed container for up to a full week. These bubbles may bounce off hard surfaces. When stored for a long period of time, the mixture may become moldy. While the solution was resting, the ingredients may have separated. Before you can use the solution, gently swirl the mixture with your hands or a spoon. Avoid shaking the mixture. | Collect the supplies. Combine the ingredients. Let the solution rest. Mix the solution before use. |
Pale skin, depending on undertones, can work with a variety of hair shades. If you aren't sure which shade will complement your skin best, stay close to your natural hue. This will likely be the most flattering option. Very dark, or even black hair against pale skin can make for a very flattering and classic look. A number of factors, including skin color, hair color, and eye color, determine what clothing colors look best on you. However, arguably the most important factor is your natural undertones. If you have cool undertones, try wearing lavender or gray. If your undertones are warmer, stick with creams, corals, and olives. If you have neutral undertones, opt for colors like red and white. If you’re a redhead, stay away from colors similar to your hair on the color wheel (i.e. red, pink, orange). Instead, look for colors opposite of your hair, such as green, blue and purple. Pastels typically look gorgeous against light skin. Beware of certain shades of yellow, as they can make you look sick. Pantyhose can help even out the tone of your legs while maintaining your gorgeous look. You can still pick a light-colored tone of pantyhose so that they look natural. In hot weather and/or in more casual settings when you may not want to wear pantyhose, show off your bare legs by using a rich, shimmery moisturizer on them. Make sure you take care of any body hair, especially if you have naturally dark body hair. Hair shows up very easily against light skin, so it's best to take care of hair regularly, especially if you have a bit of a unibrow or a mustache. You can consider waxing this hair, or you can just work on plucking your eyebrows or any stray hairs on your face or body. If you have naturally blonde body hair, then you don't need to worry as much. Blonde hair blends well with pale skin and doesn't need to be taken care of nearly as often. Everyone thinks tan is terrific, but pale is just as beautiful. Realizing that being different from the norm is the first step to embracing your unique beauty and gaining a healthy self-confidence! Being pale makes you look classic, timeless, and gorgeous. Instead of trying to look tan or to be something you’re not, just work on making the most of the beauty that you have to share with the world. Be proud of your look and make the most of it. Don't let people get you down about your pale skin and learn to love your unique and gorgeous look. | Keep your hair color natural. Wear colors that go with your undertones. Wear pantyhose to enhance your legs. Take care of your body hair. Embrace your beauty! |
A power fade is when you purposely drive the ball and the ball curves from left-to-right from the tee. The ideal time to use it is when there is trouble on the left of a hole, forcing you to turn to the right. A power fade may be easier than hitting a straight drive. A shot may have the same movement because the clubface was accidently left wide open upon impact or when you slice the ball, accidentally cutting across its face. You may also use the power fade when your tee shot already has a left-to-right curve but, during the curve, the ball loses momentum. You may also use the power fade for a consistent shot off the tee. Place the ball on the right of the tee box. Give yourself more room for your drive to move to the left before curving towards center. Place the tee one ball width ahead of your normal stance. Align your stance to a location between the troubled section on the left and the center of the fairway.This alignment is going to be the line your shot will follow before it moves towards center. Your body, feet, hips and shoulders should be in the direction where you want the ball to start off, which is towards the left of the green. Your club should be aimed toward the pi, which is where you want the ball to end. Keep your tee low. Line the equator of your ball with the sweet spot of your club. Keeping the tee height low encourages your swing to stay level through impact and discourage a pull hook. Placing the tee slightly ahead of your stance and lower than normal forces you to hold your release which keeps the face open. You do not want the club face closing over on impact. Use the last three fingers to create a strong grip on the left side. This grip ensures your swing stays open as the swing goes through passed impact. | Know what it is and when to use it. Tee the ball and position your feet. Grip the left side of your club firmly. |
A zoo of deep nets is available these days for almost any given task, and it is increasingly unclear which net to start with when addressing a new task, or which net to use as an initialization for fine-tuning a new model.To address this issue, in this paper, we develop knowledge flow which moves ‘knowledge’ from multiple deep nets, referred to as teachers, to a new deep net model, called the student.The structure of the teachers and the student can differ arbitrarily and they can be trained on entirely different tasks with different output spaces too.Upon training with knowledge flow the student is independent of the teachers.We demonstrate our approach on a variety of supervised and reinforcement learning tasks, outperforming fine-tuning and other ‘knowledge exchange’ methods. | ‘Knowledge Flow’ trains a deep net (student) by injecting information from multiple nets (teachers). The student is independent upon training and performs very well on learned tasks irrespective of the setting (reinforcement or supervised learning). |
While you want to find the right man, be the right partner in the relationship for your future husband. It's easy to blame someone for what's going wrong in your relationship. However, you cannot change someone, you can only change yourself. If you frame a person into being the “right” or “wrong” man, it misses consideration of your part in the relationship. You alone are responsible for the relationship you want. Take responsibility for your own feelings without blaming your partner, and notice if he does this, too. If you feel frustrated, speak up or do something to change things on your own initiative. Recognize from the start that you will not marry a perfect man. He has flaws and he will trigger you. Before you get married, make sure you have some awareness of the things that annoy you or bother you. You might get annoyed by home life things (like a messy man) or lifestyle things (like a man who spends a lot of time with friends). Know what things bother you or annoy you and don't plan on them magically disappearing when you get married. More likely, they will magnify. Accept that there will be lots of things you disagree on. Be ready to accept him as he is without feeling the need to change him. Accept that you have flaws, too. Be ready for them to come to light. If you fall in love with someone yet some big problems already exist, like a drinking or drug problem, halt your feelings for a bit. Step outside of your emotions and step into a more rational mindset. Ask yourself if there are things that you’re avoiding or overlooking that are important to acknowledge. If you’re hoping problems will magically work themselves out, be realistic in how they might actually turn out. Don't expect things to get better. For example, if the man is violent or has an addiction, don't expect him to change just because you might get married. Be cautious. | Take responsibility. Accept his flaws. Heed any warning signs. |
If there is something that you didn't meet expectations on, it's better not to dodge it. Don't make it the central focus of the report, but do address it. Handle the areas where you didn't do so well with positive language. For example, focus on the concrete steps that you are taking to address the issue, rather than focusing on blame or excuses. Don't blame others in an accomplishment report. Stay focused on what you’ve done. Stay positive. Focus on the things that you or your group did well. Single out areas that you can tout. If you can be very specific, your responses will seem more credible. Whenever possible, back up what you say with something measurable. Generic superlatives like “outstanding” or “dependable” aren't very meaningful. Telling someone “I had an excellent year” is something that anyone can say. Remember this phrase: Show don't tell. Rather than telling people you had an excellent year, show them, through details and metrics, what you did that was excellent. Instead of saying you’re good at customer relations, cite the results of customer-satisfaction surveys, letters you received and lack of customer complaints. Use numbers. Saying you handled a large staff doesn't mean much if we don't know how large it was. Use numbers to express the size of a budget and to outline the scope of duties. Do not exaggerate. Do not lie. If you’re caught doing it, you could get in big trouble. The other problem with lying, even through obvious omission, is that you’re not going to end up being confident in the end, and you won't be able to improve. Rather, do an honest assessment of the time period at hand, both weaknesses as well as positives. Address the weaknesses. Just find a positive way to do it. Many business and technical writing classes suggest that you not use the pronoun “I.” You can do this in some cases in an accomplishment report though. For example, you may want to say “I hired 100 people.” However, don't forget the other people who contributed to the successes. Refer to the team when applicable. You will gain points by seeming like you’re not arrogant. Vary sentence structure so every sentence doesn't start with the word “I.” | Address any negatives in a positive fashion. Use numbers and metrics. Tell the truth in all cases. Recognize others. |
Discussing your partner's family is a sensitive subject, so you'll want to bring up the topic when your partner is in a receptive mood. Avoid discussing this when they are angry, tired, or stressed. Instead choose a time when you are both in a good mood and relatively relaxed. It may even be a good idea to have the discussion when you are engaging in a mutual activity side-by-side rather than face-on to alleviate some of the tension. Consider bringing up the topic when you are driving or folding laundry. Say, "Baby, I've been wanting to talk to you about your family. Sometimes, I feel like they are very judgmental of me, and you don't seem to have my back." Also, keep in mind that your partner may need time to process what you have to say, so you might need to break up the discussion into a few conversations over time. Try to be sensitive to your partner's needs and give them time. Be honest about what is bothering you. Your partner may not realize how their family's behavior affects you. Use “I” statements to express how you feel. For example, say something like, “I feel frustrated when we spend time with your family because of the things they say to me.” Try to keep your tone neutral during this conversation, even if you’re frustrated. Your partner might get defensive if you’re visibly angry. Say something like, “I know you love your mom and she means well, but it really bothers me that she always criticizes the way I’m raising our daughter. I’m starting to dread going to family events because she usually has something negative to say.” Often it's best for your partner to handle issues that arise with their own family. Let them know that you need support from them. You could say, “Next time your mom starts telling me how we should raise Olivia differently, can you step in and defend the parenting decisions we’ve made together? Your support would mean so much to me.” Avoid blaming them for not supporting you in the past. Try to focus on what you need from them moving forward. If you make any kind of personal attacks on your partner's family, your partner may instinctively jump to their side. Keep everything strictly factual when you make your case. Refer to specific events that have happened, and avoid making character judgments. Similarly, avoid using “always” and “never” statements. These statements are rarely true, and they often lead to an argument. Remember that your partner loves their family, and it's natural for them to feel loyal to their family members. Your partner knows their family best, and they may have some good insights for how to handle them. Work as a team to come up with some ideas for avoiding conflict and hurt feelings at future family get-togethers. For instance, you and your partner could sit down and evaluate what's happening and how to approach the situation based on the unique personalities of their family members. Perhaps, your partner knows a way to handle a certain family member that could help in your interactions. They might say, "Aunt Sarah is judgmental of everyone I date. It may be better if we just ignore any comments from her." You could even try to come up with some dialogue and rehearse what each of you might say in certain situations. This may make it easier for your partner to step in when you need them. Even the most sensitive topics can be navigated more easily when you both practice active listening. This involves listening to understand rather than listening to reply. When your partner is talking, try the following: Making occasional eye contact Removing distractions like your cellphone or the television Displaying open body language (e.g. arms and legs at your side and relaxed) Asking questions for clarification (e.g. "Do you mean...?") Summarizing their point to ensure you understand (e.g. "It sounds like you're saying...") Waiting until they have finished their message before responding If you and your partner are struggling to reach an agreement on how to handle family conflict, couples counseling can help you understand each other better. A good counselor can teach you communication strategies and help you create solutions that work for both of you. You might suggest, "Sweetie, I can see you are having trouble standing up to your family. I think it would be helpful if we saw a therapist who can help us figure out how to manage this situation. Does that sound good to you?" | Choose a good time to have the talk. Tell your partner how their family is making you feel. Tell your partner you need them to stand up for you. Avoid talking about anyone’s character. Brainstorm solutions with your partner. Practice active listening. Consider attending couples counseling. |
You will be mixing your salad dressing in this jar. If you do not have a jar, you can use a glass bottle instead. Avoid using plastic, as that can affect the flavor. You will need 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper. For a heavier dressing, use extra virgin olive oil. If you want a lighter dressing, use light olive oil instead. You can also use canola, grape seed oil, or vegetable oil instead of olive oil. These will give you a more delicate flavor. Instead of white wine vinegar, you can also use apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar, or rice vinegar. You can customize your salad dressing by adding some fresh herbs, honey or sugar, or garlic. Here are some options for you to choose from: For a fresh, herbal touch, add 1 - 2 tablespoons of chopped, fresh herbs, such as basil, cilantro, parsley, mint, or thyme. For a sharper flavor, add 1 finely-mined garlic clove. You can also use a garlic press instead. For a cheesier option, add 2 tablespoons of finely grated or crumbled cheese, such as parmesan. Add some spice with a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes or 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard. Add a little sweetness with ½ to 1 teaspoon of 1/2 – 1 honey or sugar. Close the lid tightly and shake the jar until all of the ingredients are combined. If any of the dressing has seeped out from beneath the lid, wipe it off with a damp towel. You can use this dressing on your salad and store any leftovers in the refrigerator. If you have any salad dressing left over, close the jar tightly and store it in the refrigerator. Use it within two to three days. | Find a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour all the ingredients into the jar. Consider adding in some extra flavor. Shake the jar. Store the dressing properly. |
If you’ve decided that the relationship cannot be salvaged, you’ll need to find ways to distance yourself from them. If they’re a co-worker or classmate, try to adjust your schedule to avoid one another. Alternatively, talk to a superior and have them help you avoid being around one another as much as possible. It can be hard, but if you’re constantly coming across someone who dislikes you through a mutual group of friends, you might want to either find a new group to hang around or tell your friends your problem. If you have great friends in that group, talk to them and let them know how you feel about the person in question. They may have noticed it too. If they are good friends, they will help you avoid something that's making you uncomfortable. One way to weed out that bad is to surround it with good. If you put people around that are positive and make your situation positive. If you have positive friends that you enjoy being around, try to make plans with them that don't include your negative friend. Talking might be helpful, but where this fails you need to act in a way that is best for your own well being. This might include avoiding their conversations, avoiding being at the same place as them or even just generally drawing a line to avoid them at all costs. If it's a co-worker, make a boundary that eliminates any talk or activities not revolving around work. The person will quickly get the hint and keep your relationship professional. If you’re trying to cut a negative relationship, remember that friendships are mutually consensual relationships. In other words, if you do not find yourself in a friendship that helps you, don't be afraid to put your foot down. When all other means have failed, and your negative friend still persists; simply tell them no and avoid social interactions. This can be hard but you should never feel obligated to see and speak to people who cause negativity in your life. Once you have said no enough times, they'll likely get the hint. | Remove yourself from the situation. Find another group of friends. Surround yourself with positivity. Establish boundaries. Learn to say no. |
It's usually a blue circle with a white outline of a person inside. Some phones and tablets come with a different Contacts app than the one provided by Google. If the names of each menu and option are different in your app than what you see here, try finding an option that looks similar (or download the Google Contacts app from the Play Store). This opens more info about the contact. It's at the top of the screen. A confirmation message will appear. The selected contact is now deleted. To delete multiple contacts at once, tap and hold one contact until it's selected, and then do the same for all other contacts you want to delete. Tap the trash icon to remove them. You can restore deleted contacts up to thirty days after deleting them. | Open your phone or tablet’s Contacts app. Tap the contact you want to delete. Tap the ⁝ menu. Tap Delete. Tap Delete to confirm. |
Keep your grass short and well groomed so ticks cannot hide out in it. Get in the habit of mowing your lawn once a week to keep it short and manicured, especially if you have a lot of grass. Mowing your lawn will also encourage spiders and ants to hang out in your yard. These insects are natural predators for ticks, so they will eat any ticks they can find. Throw out or use any spare wood or lumber in your yard. Get rid of any trash, mattresses, old furniture, and other debris from your yard so ticks do not have anywhere to hide. Keep gardening pots and boxes stacked neatly in a garage or storage space. Do not have them all over your yard, as ticks can hide in these items. Cedar is a natural repellent for ticks. Make a border for your yard out of cedar mulch to keep ticks out. Place cedar mulch on any areas in your yard where your pet likes to play or lie down. You can also use cedar mulch in garden beds to prevent ticks and other insects from hiding in your plants. Deers, squirrels, mice, rabbits, raccoons, and feral cats can all carry ticks. Put up a wood fence or barrier around your yard to them out. Prevent wildlife from visiting regularly by making sure there is no debris or trash in your yard. Keep berry shrubs and apple trees trimmed so they do not attract wildlife. Remove any wildlife that tries to live in your yard or under your deck so you are not exposed to ticks. Ticks thrive in shady, moist areas. Keep your yard bright and dry by making sure it gets plenty of sunlight during the day. Prune trees so the branches do not block out light on your flower beds or grass. Keep your plants trimmed so they are exposed to sunlight. | Mow your lawn regularly. Remove wood and debris in your yard. Use cedar mulch in your yard. Keep wildlife out of your yard with a fence or barrier. Prune trees so more sunlight gets into your yard. |
When you believe that your child is ready and motivated to stop wetting the bed, a bedwetting alarm may offer the most effective solution. The basis for the alarm is to arouse the child immediately upon wetting, prompting him or her to rise and finish in the toilet. When this happens repeatedly, the child is conditioned to awake when his or her bladder is full—before any bedwetting occurs. The pad alarm is positioned on the bed beneath the child; this type of alarm is not attached to your child's undergarments. The pad alarm may work very well if your child remains in one place while asleep, otherwise this type of alarm may not be effective. Some alarms require 2 steps to shut off, making it more difficult to turn it off without arousing. Wearable alarms may be wireless, attached to the underwear, or even built in the underwear. Many of the alarm units are attached to the bed shirt to make it harder to ignore. That being said, some kids find the wearable systems to be uncomfortable, in which case, there may be poor cooperation on your child's part. Ultimately, wearable alarms have evolved to solve the problem of bedwetters missing the pad-style alarms. In choosing between pad and wearable alarms, take into account your child's temperament, motivation, distance from your bedroom, and ease of arousal. The same principle applies for mattress products as well. All of these devices work by detecting moisture. When this occurs, an alarm or warning vibration is triggered. When deciding what to purchase, remember that a vibrating signal will not alert the parents, although alarm and vibration together may be useful. The volume of some alarms is adjustable. This may be useful for particularly sound sleepers or to provide a sufficiently loud signal that you can hear. Some of the alarm units can sit by the bedside, making them more easily heard. Also, some products offer, at additional cost, a remote unit that can be located by the parents' bedside if they need to be awakened as well. A parent plays an important role in alarm training. If the child does not quickly arouse and go to the bathroom, the parent must promptly awaken the child. Eventually, most kids with uncomplicated bedwetting will start responding on their own. Many children who wet the bed are described as sound sleepers, and indeed many are. This often raises concerns from parents that their child will not awaken when the alarm is triggered. In fact, at the beginning of alarm treatment, this is the rule, not the exception. It is quite interesting that a significant portion of children who stop wetting the bed after using the alarm do so by sleeping through the night dry rather than needing to awaken and go to the bathroom. Most of the causes of daytime wetting have one thing in common: timing. The strategy of timed voiding is to get children with urinary urgency and incontinence to empty their bladders on a strict schedule that gets them to the bathroom before they have the urge to go. This also helps them to understand the feeling of a full bladder before wetness occurs. In addition, there are daytime alarms that attach to the underwear during the day to sense wetness and alarm similar to a nighttime alarm. To optimize bladder training, a regular alert is very useful. At home, this can occur using an alarm clock or smart phone that can be set to multiple times. In school and while at play, consider an alarm watch that can be set to alert as often as is recommended by your doctor. Aim for 2 hour intervals if your child can manage this without the urge to urinate. You will need to alert your child's teacher to the plan so that your child is allowed to use the bathroom when the alarm goes off. Some children feel embarrassed when the alarm goes off frequently during the school day followed immediately by going to the bathroom. This may be addressed by using an alert watch that has the option to vibrate rather than give an audible signal. | Try a bedwetting pad alarm. Try a wearable alarm. Consider how the alarm sounds. Know that with nighttime alarms, you may need to help. Try a daytime alarm, too. |
You need a wide open space, preferably a field, with no buildings or trees around. The number or people in the area should also be limited, as the functioning of an RC helicopter can be extremely dangerous. The size of the space you'll need will differ depending on the size of your helicopter. You can either go out by yourself, or go with one other person. Distractions such as pranks, games, or laughs can dampen your ability to focus on flying your copter. Dogs and other pets should also be left at home. There are many horror stories where pets are killed by falling aircraft. Do not let this happen to one of your pets. the area size should be at least 60X60 feet. The best ground material is clean, smooth pavement, or tightly packed snow. If you are someone who is new to flying, you will need to attach this equipment onto the bottom of your helicopter. The training equipment is typically two wooden or carbon fiber sticks, crossed in a "T" shape, with little rubber balls on the ends. These can be purchased at helicopter specialty stores, both online and on site, for around 40-60 dollars. For a good video on how to make your own training gear, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJtNIzZ9U_0. You will need to make sure that your receiver batteries, helicopter, and radio are all charged up before you go out to fly your RC helicopter. You will also need to check the weather before you go out. If the weather is anything above 15 mph wind, and/or light rain, you should avoid flying your copter. You should also bring safety goggles with you when you go out to fly. If you are going to be out in an open field, especially in the fall or winter months, make sure you are wearing warm clothes. | Find a flying site. Purchase or make helicopter training equipment. Check for last minute precautions. |
There are a variety of credit sources available to small businesses, but many business owners aren't aware of them. Banks, micro-credit organizations, crowdfunding, merchant cash advances, and business credit cards are all ways to generate cash flow for business development. In addition, SBA runs many loan programs that disburse funds through private lenders. This is where most business owners are going to turn first, and with good reason. Banks typically offer the largest lines of credit with the best repayment terms, but are among the most risk averse lenders. Therefore, if you are applying for a business loan with bad credit, take steps to maximize your chance of success: Be prepared to offer collateral. Particularly if you have a low credit score, banks may want some sort of collateral, like real estate of heavy equipment, available to secure the loan. If you do not have that type of collateral, then make sure that your accounts receivable look as strong as possible. You may be eligible for accounts receivable (AR) financing. This means you can use the money owed (but not yet paid) to your business by customers as collateral for a loan. Factoring is another option similar to AR financing. Factoring entails the actual sale of AR for a discounted face value, instead of pledging it as collateral. You may also be able to get inventory financing from the bank, which is a loan given to purchase products to sell. The products, or inventory, themselves serve as collateral — if you cannot repay the loan, you will have to turn over the product to the bank, and the bank will sell it to try and recoup their loan. Show past profitability, and to describe a well thought-out plan for future profits. Even if you aren't profitable now, showing a plan for making a profit can go a long way. Start small. Start by making small loan requests as it will increase the odds of success. A track record of successful small loans sets you up for getting a larger one down the road. If you think you have a great business idea but have a poor credit history, this can be an excellent way to get it off the ground. There are four basic types of crowdfunding: Rewards crowdfunding offers some type of tangible reward, like a t-shirt, a book, or coffee mug, in exchange for funding. This is the most common type. Equity crowdfunding offers a piece of the business in exchange for funding. This has been especially popular in Europe, but is on the rise in the US. Donation crowdfunding—which amounts to nothing more than soliciting donations with nothing in return—offers the least amount of risk to the recipient of funds, but is usually the domain of charitable and artistic enterprises. This can be a very hard sell for a profit-based business. Lending crowdfunding is basically peer-to-peer lending on a different kind of platform. Whereas peer-to-peer lending focuses on the loan, lending crowdfunding focuses on the purpose for the loan. This can be a great option if you think you can provide a quick return on investment, as the terms of these loans are typically shorter than conventional loans. Try microfunding. This is can be especially attractive for startup companies. Microcredit organizations loan small amounts less than $50,000 (more likely in the $1,000 to $3,000 range) to small business entities, and they open credit lines to markets that traditionally have very little access to it, like women and minorities. Since the duration of these loans is usually short, look for microloans from non-profit groups, like www.accioneast.org to avoid usurious interest rates. Merchant cash advances give a business owner a lump sum in exchange for a share of the business' credit card sales for a fixed period of time. Business credit cards, like all credit cards, can have very high interest rates, and low credit limits, but they can be used as a last resort. The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers a variety of loan programs for small businesses, including real estate loans, disaster assistance loans, and general small business loans. Learn more on the SBA's website, https://www.sba.gov/loanprograms. | Identify various credit sources. Consider using a bank. Try crowdfunding. Investigate merchant cash advances and credit cards. Look at the SBA's programs. |
While you may have to buy a heat gun to complete this method, it's still more cost effective than buying a $100-$200 vaporizer. A heat gun like this costs around $40 and the rest of the supplies you probably have around your house, or can get at the grocery store for less than 5 bucks. For this method, you'll need: a heat gun that heats to at least 200 degrees C paper towel and toilet paper tubes of the same diameter aluminum foil an oven bag, also known as a turkey bag a tea ball twist ties a funnel or coffee percolator small enough to nest in the paper towel tube It might help to roll the foil around a pen or a ruler, insert it into the tube, and then unroll the foil when it's on the inside. Leave enough of a lip on the foil (about an inch or so) to wrap around the outside edge of the tube and secure it. Opinions vary among smokers regarding whether or not heated aluminum foil is actually safe, or whether it gives off harmful vapors of its own. Some studies suggest that aluminum poisoning contributes to Alzheimer's disease, though this method typically won't scorch and melt any aluminum. If you want to vaporize for health reasons, keep this in mind. You'll want the funnel to point outward. To make sure it creates a tight seal, you might consider using some duct tape or glue before securing it with foil. Fix the open mouth of the oven bag over the nozzle and wrap some twist ties around it securely. Then, fold the edges of the bag up over the ties and secure them again with another tie. Here, you're just creating a folded edge to make sure the bag nestles snugly against the nozzle. The bag will collect the vapor as you heat it. You can pass the bag around, so it might also be smart to have something to plug the hole in the bag with. Or you can just use your thumb. Now you've got a bunch of strange-looking devices covered with tinfoil, but it'll come together very easily. Aiming the heat gun straight up in the air, put the toilet paper tube over the heat nozzle. Put what you want to smoke into the tea ball and rest it on the top of that tube. Next, fix the other paper towel tube over that, with the percolator or funnel pointing up. You might fit them together with some extra foil to make sure they fit together snugly. Fix the bag on top of the funnel, and you're ready to go. Switch the heat gun on and watch the bag slowly inflate with vapor. It may be somewhat difficult to see, but you can trust that it'll be there. When the bag fully inflates, switch off the heatgun and inhale any vapor remaining in the long tube (there may be a considerable amount--don't waste it). Take turns inhaling the vapor from the oven bag. | Collect your supplies. Line the inside of both tubes with aluminum foil. Using foil, secure the funnel to one end of the paper towel tube. Cinch the bag around the funnel nozzle and set it with twist ties. Assemble the vaporizer. Get vaporizing. |
If your horse has certain anxieties - like crossing water, for example - you'll need to help your horse confront those fears. But that doesn't mean you should force your horse to run recklessly into whatever he's afraid of. Forcing a horse to confront a fear too quickly could frighten the horse and may cause injury to you, but over time he should confront those fears. The best part about helping your horse confront his fears is that he'll remember your role in the process, and he should come to respect and trust you. Build your horse's confidence by leading him to whatever he's afraid of - say a creek that runs across your property. Use relaxation techniques to calm your horse, then lead him slowly toward the water. Let him watch the water, sniff the shore, and once he feels comfortable stepping into the water, let him stand in the water for a few moments to understand that it's not a threat. If your horse hasn't learned to trust you, you might be part of the problem. Horses can sense when a rider is tense or anxious, and any hesitation on your part could cause your horse to lose his trust and confidence in you. Try confronting your riding fears with your horse, using relaxation techniques and a soothing but confident voice. As you get more comfortable riding your horse through scenarios that previously made you nervous, your horse should get more comfortable confronting those scenarios with you. If you simply can't earn your horse's trust, you might need to hire a professional. Professional trainers can work with you and your horse to learn why your horse may be reluctant to trust you, and can teach you how to overcome those obstacles. Bucking, bolting, and rearing up are all examples of bad horse behavior that need to be corrected. These actions are generally caused by your horse not trusting or respecting you, and can cause serious harm to you or other riders. If your horse engages in any of these behaviors, contact a qualified horse trainer before any further attempts at riding your horse. Look for a trainer or other qualified expert through a professional organization, like the American Quarter Horse Association. Search online for a trainer near you. | Confront his fears. Recognize your own fears. Consider lessons for your horse. |
Make sure that it is close enough that the cable can reach your computer without tension. Press your printer's power button; it will likely have a icon on or next to it. Your printer must be plugged into a power source. In some cases, simply plugging your printer into your computer in this way will automatically setup and properly install the printer, making it ready to use. Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. It's in the lower-left side of the Start window. This option is near the top of the Settings window. It's a tab on the left side of the window. This button is at the top of the page. This will typically be a combination of the printer's manufacturer (e.g., "HP"), the printer's model name, and the model number. If you don't see your printer's name here, click the The printer that I want isn't listed link below the Add a printer or scanner button and follow the on-screen instructions. Depending on your printer, you may need to customize your settings before the printer is ready; once you're done, the printer will be available for use. If prompted, insert the CD that came with your printer into your computer's disc slot. If you bought your printer second-hand and didn't come with a CD, you can usually download the same software from the manufacturer's website. | Set your printer near your computer. Turn on your printer. With you computer turned on and unlocked, plug the printer into your computer using a USB cable. Open Start . Click Settings . Click Devices. Click Printers & scanners. Click Add a printer or scanner. Click your printer's name and click Add device. Follow the on-screen instructions. |
A squirrel, much like most wild animals, is just as scared of you as you may be of it. As much as you want the squirrel out of your home, the squirrel's primary goal is also to get out of your house and back to a familiar environment. Animals have a similar anxiety response to humans and respond aggressively to perceived threats to safety. By staying calm, you will prevent the trapped squirrel from having a severe aggressive response. The squirrel is likely to be erratic since it is unsure what to do in the foreign environment of your home. Additionally, a squirrel, on very rare occasions, can be rabid, so don't get bitten by one. You’ll want to keep your pets as far away from the squirrel as possible so no fleas, ticks, or diseases are transmitted between them. Move all of your pets outside, into a holding pen/crate/cage, or put them into a separate room immediately. Pets can catch diseases the squirrels carry. Pets can catch illnesses from parasites squirrels have, like fleas and ticks. Disease can be transmitted through a squirrel bite, or potentially a significant scratch. Pets can become serious ill from consuming or biting a diseased squirrel. An example of this is squirrel pox, which grey squirrels are immune to but carry. Even if you evict a mother squirrel from your home, if her babies are still trapped or nested inside, she will expend every effort to get back to her young. Beyond this, a mother squirrel that fears for her young will be more likely to attack. To check for young squirrels you should: Search 20 feet (6 m) around where you’ve found the squirrel. Avoid invading the space around a potential nest. The mother may attack if she thinks you are a threat to her young. Make some noises and then be silent. You should hear noises from the young squirrels in response. The main squirrel breeding times are February through May and August through October. During these times of the year, it's highly likely babies will be present. Relocating a squirrel family can be taxing on the health of its members, and young might not survive for long outside of the safety of the nest. If you are certain there are baby squirrels in your home, you’ll want to call a professional, or you could wait a few weeks before ejecting the squirrels from your house. Baby squirrels only take a few weeks to grow large enough to survive without a mother. Waiting may be the most humane way of getting rid of squirrel young. | Stay calm. Isolate the squirrel if possible and separate your pets. Determine if a mother has nested her babies in your house. Allow young squirrels to mature before evicting. |
It your child's nose is deformed and has not been repaired, you can consider using a nasal suction to unblock the airways in your child's nose. This suction device sucks out the secretions in your child's nose so that she can breath more easily. To use the device: Make sure that the device is clean. You can wash it with warm water and soap. If the suction device is dirty, it could introduce bacteria into the nose. Insert the device into your child's nose. Don't be afraid to allow it to go deeper because this will help all remove the deeper secretions. Cover the other nostril and then use the suction device. This will make the suction as strong as possible. Release the suction slowly to so that none of hair in the nostril gets pulled. You can install a humidifier in your child's room--the humid air will help to loosen up the secretions in your child's nose, ensuring that they come out rather than blocking up his nasal passageways. You can also use a store-bought nasal decongestant such as phenylephrine. Put two to three drops in both of your child's nostrils every four hours. Letting your child sleep on his left or right side, or on his stomach, rather than on his back. Doing this will ensure that the secretions in his nose will drain out of his nose, rather than dripping down his throat. You can also prop your child up so that he sleeps in a semi-upright position to help his lungs expand as much as possible when he breathes while sleeping. Having a cleft palate makes it almost impossible for an infant to breastfeed. Instead, fill a bottle that has a top that enhances your infant's feeding capability. You can still use your breast milk, though you can also use a milk formula if it is recommended by your pediatrician. Try to angle the bottle so that the milk goes into your child's mouth away from the cleft palate. Always keep your baby sitting upright when you feed her so that she doesn't choke. If you are using a bottle to feed your infant, you will need to keep track of how long you feed her for. Infants normally fill up after 30 minutes so try not to exceed 30 minutes when you feed your infant. Wait at least two hours before feeding your infant again. If you feed your baby more frequently, she may develop a difficulty with gaining weight. | Use a nasal suction to help your child breath. Use a humidifier to help drain your child's nose. Try to keep your child from sleeping on his back. Use a bottle to feed your child if she has a cleft palate. Monitor your infant's feeding time. |
It must have a lid or a makeshift lid. Place in to about one-third of the container's height. This keeps out the flies and other pests. Or, stir once a day for the first three days and then only stir weekly. Once it doesn't smell anymore, it is ready for use. The odor may be smelly over the container itself but the ammonium odor should be completely gone. If not, leave longer until it has gone. The liquid manure so made must be diluted before use. Place into a watering can, spray bottle, or in a dripper system. The application depends on the plants and their needs: Heavy feeders need more. Apply very diluted once a week or a less dilute one every two or three weeks. | Use a drum, bucket, or other suitable container. Place the dried-out cow manure (or fish waste) into the container. Fill the rest of the container with water. Cover the container. Stir the mixture once every three days. Leave until the smell dissipates. Use. |
Point a flat-headed chisel directly at the mortar around the loosened brick. Lay the flat side of the chisel firmly on the brick and strike at the edge of the mortar connecting it to the brick, as though you are trying to slide a spatula under a pancake. Work around the brick, breaking apart the mortar one side at a time. Be careful not to strike the brick and damage it. Pick up a 4 in (10 cm) angle grinder at the home improvement store. Start with the vertical joints. Position the grinding disc to cut 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) into the mortar. Repeat this with the horizontal joints to free the brick. Make sure that you choose a masonry-specific grinding disc. Be very careful when using the angle grinder. It's easy to slip and cut into the brick. Before using the grinder on bricks you plan to use, it's best to practice on an old brick or a cheap practice brick. Clear out the wall space with a mortar whisk broom or another stiff-bristle brush. If you have an air compressor, it'll also help clear out any remaining dust. Remember to wear your protective eye wear and face mask, especially if you use an air compressor. You should also watch where the debris goes so that you don't hurt yourself or others. Set the brick down on a flat surface. Hold the chisel at an angle above it. Hammer the chisel quickly and lightly while moving the tip over the mortar. If the brick needs to be replaced, bring the old brick to the store. Try to match the size and color. Clear off the debris with a wire brush or air compressor. Finish cleaning the brick by spraying it with water. Keep the brick and wall hole damp with a hose or misting bottle so the mortar sticks and cures better. | Chip away the old mortar with a hammer and chisel. Cut into stubborn mortar with an angle grinder. Brush away the debris with a whisk broom. Chisel the old mortar off the brick. Brush and rinse off the brick. |
If self-help strategies don't help you to stop living in fear, the next step might be to see a doctor. Make an appointment with your family doctor and explain what's been going on. Ask for a referral to see a mental health provider. A psychiatrist or psychologist can diagnose your case and determine if you are experiencing an anxiety disorder like obsessive compulsive disorder or social phobia. A thorough diagnosis can help improve your chances of successful treatment. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, which is focused on challenging unrealistic thoughts about your fears, is a great choice for treating anxiety disorders. You might also benefit from exposure therapy, which involves gradual exposure to the situations that frighten you. Ask your mental health provider to walk you through the benefits of each type of therapy and help you decide which is right for treating your fear and anxiety. Talk to your doctor to see if antidepressants or anti-anxiety meds are a good choice for you. Depending on the severity of your anxiety, a combined course of therapy and medications may help you stop living in fear. Certain chemicals in the brain can become unbalanced and cause feelings of fear to worsen. Psychiatric drugs may help bring these chemicals back into balance so that you can better manage anxiety and live a more satisfying life. Join meetings with others in your area or online who are dealing with fear and anxiety. In support groups, you can share coping strategies and get encouragement from people who understand what you're going through. Ask your mental health provider for recommendations for anxiety support and self-help groups nearby. Ask those closest to you for support when you feel overcome by fear. You might say, "I'm struggling with crowds. Will you sit with me at the concert?" Reach out to your loved ones to help you gain the confidence you need to deal with your fears. Whenever possible, try to make specific requests so they have a clear understanding about how they can help. | Get diagnosed by a doctor. Participate in therapy to change your thought patterns. Ease anxiety and obsessive thoughts with medication. Attend support group meetings. Confide in friends and family. |
Once you stain the paper, it won't accept ink evenly, so anything you try to write or print on it will look messy. It's best to write, print, or draw whatever you'd like on the paper before you do anything else. Let the ink dry completely so it doesn't run. Any paper will work for this, from plain white copy paper to heavier paper used for painting. Thicker papers might produce a lighter result that takes longer to dry. Some inks are more likely to run when they're wet, especially if you write with a washable marker or you print your design on an inkjet printer. If you can, use a laser printer or some sort of waterproof ink. If you can't, just try not to rub the paper when you add the tea. Hopefully this will minimize the smudging. If you like, you can also lightly crumple the paper, then smooth it out. This will make the paper look like it's been shuffled around for a number of years. To make the paper look even more worn, like for an old treasure map, tear off the edges of the paper. A baking sheet with a raised rim will keep the tea from spilling over the sides as you're working. The baking sheet should be a little bigger than the paper you use. For instance, if you're using an 8.5 in × 11 in (22 cm × 28 cm) sheet of paper, a 9 in × 13 in (23 cm × 33 cm) baking sheet would be perfect. Tea can stain your countertop or table, so it's important to protect your work surface. If you don't have a baking sheet that you can use, you can lay trash bags flat on your work surface instead. Holding the tea bag by the top, blot it down onto the paper. Continue doing this until you've covered as much of the paper as you want. If the tea bag starts to dry out, dip it in the mug of tea to wet it again. It's up to you whether you want to cover the whole page or just a few areas. Either way, don't worry about getting a perfect application. The paper will look more authentic if the yellowing is a little uneven. Experiment with ways to get the tea on the paper. If you like, you can use a paintbrush, a straw, or even your fingers to create different effects. Even if you only plan on showing one side of the paper, the aging effect will look more authentic if you apply the tea to both sides of the paper. This will also make your page look darker once it's finished. While this step isn't strictly necessary, adding a light coat of the spice turmeric will help yellow the effect of the tea. Use your fingers to rub the turmeric into the tea If you want your aged paper to look like it's been exposed to the elements, you can sprinkle a few coffee grounds over the wet tea to help add more brown to the page. Rub the coffee grounds into the tea to help them stick to the paper. Loose tea leaves may work for this as well, but the effect will not be as dramatic. You can even break open one of the tea bags if you want. You'll remove the excess coffee grounds after the paper is dry. Make sure there isn't any water pooled on the page itself or on the baking sheet. This will ensure the page dries evenly, which will help prevent the paper from curling too much in the oven. | Print or write whatever you want on the paper first. Lay the paper on a baking sheet. Dab one of the tea bags over the paper. Flip the paper over and stain the other side. Sprinkle the page with turmeric if you want the paper to be more yellow. Mix in a few coffee grounds to make the paper more brown. Dab away excess tea with paper towels. |
Winning at Words with Friends is not only about scoring points for yourself, but also playing defense and preventing your opponent from scoring. When you play your letters, try to position the tiles so that your opponent doesn't have access to the lucrative colored tiles on the board. To do this, avoid playing words next to double- or triple-word tiles. Although this may mean you have to play a word for a lower score somewhere else, it also keeps your opponent from being able to play these high-value tiles. Playing 2-letter words, especially with valuable letters, enables you to essentially rack up points by only playing in 2- or 4-tile squares. This is not only more efficient for you, but also makes it harder for your opponent to play off of your words. Some examples of 2-letter words you might be able to play include “XI,” “EX,” and “PI.” You earn extra points by placing your letters strategically on the colored tiles of the board. These tiles will earn you double or triple points, either for the letter that is played on that tile, or for the entire word that you played. Double- and triple-word squares are usually the most valuable colored tiles on the board. If you have a high-value letter tile, like “X” or “Z,” playing this tile on a double- or triple-letter tile is also a good way to rack up extra points. This is called a “Bingo” and it allows you get all the points in your 7 letters, plus a 35-point bonus. Memorize some common 7-letter words or simply play a lot of Words with Friends until you get better at spotting Bingo opportunities. For example, if you have the letters to spell “POWER” and the word “AROSE” is already on the board, don't play your letters vertically to use the “R” in “AROSE.” Instead, play your letters along the top of “AROSE,” so that you also spell “PA,” “OR,” “WO,” “ES,” and “RE.” When you play words along other words, you tend to get a lot more points. Note, however, that this only works if you’re able to spell legal 2-letter words with the letters that you play. | Place your letters in ways that limit your opponent’s ability to score. Memorize different 2-letter words you can play across other words. Look for opportunities to play your letters on the colored squares. Try to play all 7 of your letters at once whenever possible. Play your letters along words that are on the board to get more points. |
Freemasonry was founded by men who shared a commitment to supporting each other in friendship, fellowship and service to mankind. For thousands of years, men have found spiritual and philosophical fulfillment as members of the fraternity, which still operates on the same core values. In order to become a Freemason, it is necessary to meet these requirements: Have a sound reputation, and be well-recommended by your peers. In most freemasonry jurisdictions, you must believe in a Supreme Being, regardless of your religion. Be over the age of 18 years. The Freemason motto is "better men make a better world." Freemasonry stresses honor, personal responsibility and personal integrity, and offers the following to its members: Monthly or bi-monthly gatherings at Freemason lodges, which are often in churches or public buildings. In the UK most of the lodges are purpose built. Teachings on the history of Freemasonry etc. Encouragement to live for the good of all mankind, and ideas for practicing good citizenship and acting with charity and love. An invitation to participate in the ancient rites of Freemasonry, including a handshake, the rituals of initiation, and freedom to use the Masonic square and compass symbol. Books like The Lost Symbol have perpetuated the notion that Freemasonry is a secret society with designs on taking over the world. Hidden symbols are said to be scattered around Washington, DC and other cities. The truth is that Freemasons are not part of any such conspiracy, and people who attempt to join Freemasonry hoping to gain access to secrets are not approaching the fraternity with the right intentions. | Understand freemasonry basics. Be interested in character building and morality. Separate the hype from the truth. |
Pour a 16-ounce (473 ml) bottle of Coca-Cola into a punch bowl or serving pitcher. If you don't have Coca-Cola, substitute any cola flavored soft drink.Use chilled Coca-Cola to keep the drinks cold. You can easily double or triple this recipe as long as you keep the proportions the same. Just use a larger punch bowl. Open a 16-ounce (473 ml) bottle of Mountain Dew, Mello Yello, or Sprite and pour it into the Coca-Cola in the punch bowl. Pour slowly to prevent the soda from fizzing up a lot. Open and pour in a 16-ounce (473 ml) bottle of cream soda. Take a long spoon and slowly stir the mixture until the liquids are combined. Set out serving glasses so guests can help themselves to this fizzy drink. If you'd like to put the cola in bottles, use a funnel to pour it into the bottles and serve them before the Nuka cola loses its carbonation. If you choose to bottle the Nuka cola, consider setting out some old Nuka Cola Caps. | Measure Coca-Cola into a punch bowl. Add the Mountain Dew to the bowl. Pour in cream soda and stir the Nuka Cola. Serve the Nuka Cola. |
Pick the paper you will use to make your skeleton. Printer paper works fine and is cheap and available. Cardstock will hold its shape better and last longer, but it is also more expensive. Paper plates are a good alternative material with more strength than printer paper. Locate an image of a skeleton to use as a model. You can find printable skeletons on-line. A cartoon skeleton will be easier to work with than a very detailed scientific picture. Separate out the parts of the skeleton that will make up your paper skeleton. Each part will be made out of one piece of paper, Cardstock, or paper plate. Skull (head) Rib cage Pelvis 2 Upper-arm bones 2 Lower-arm bones with hands 2 Upper-leg bones 2 Lower-leg bones with feet | Choose paper. Find a skeleton image. Divide the skeleton into parts. |
Flaxseed water has a bit of an odd taste to some, so to make it more palatable without changing the recipe too much mix 1 cup (250 ml) of flaxseed water with about 1–3 tsp (4.9–14.8 ml) of lemon juice, depending on how much you like lemon juice. Lemon juice is great for weight loss and indigestion, which compounds with the digestive benefits of flaxseeds. Mix 1 tsp (5 g) of ground flaxseed with 1 cup (250 ml) of boiling water, then wait for about 10 minutes or until it reaches a comfortable temperature to drink. If you'd prefer to not have grounds in your tea, strain them out before you start to drink it. Drop a tea bag in the hot water as well to mask some of the flaxseed flavor. Herbal teas such as peppermint or chamomile work best, and have a well known relaxing effect. Lemon tea or ginger tea are known to be good for your health as well. Flaxseed water and flaxseed oil are perfect to add to juice as the unusual flavors are easily masked by fruit and veggie flavors. Choose your favorite type of juice and mix it with about 1/2 cup (125 ml) of flaxseed water or 1 tbsp (15 ml) of flaxseed oil. Sweet juices, like mango juice, apple juice, or pineapple juice are great as the sweet flavors mask the sometimes off-putting flavor of the flaxseed water. Sweet smoothies in particular are perfect to mix with flaxseeds as their strong, sugary flavors sharply counteract the flavors of the seeds. Use whole flaxseeds to preserve the fiber content, or flaxseed water or flaxseed oil if you don't want any chunks in your smoothie. Pineapple, mango, and berry smoothies are particularly popular options. If you prefer green spinach smoothies or veggie-based smoothies, you can mix flaxseeds into that as well, although their flavor may not be covered up as well. If you don't have the time to make your own drinks at home, or perhaps don't trust your culinary skill to make it taste good, you can always add flaxseed to your diet with drinks available at your local grocery store. Look in the health food section and the beverage section to find a pre-made juice, smoothie, or other drink that sounds appetizing to you. One benefit of commercially available flaxseed drinks is that they are usually balanced in nutrients, and often contain additional nutrients to supplement your diet. It may cost more than making it yourself, but store-bought drinks nearly always taste great and will give you the same benefits as homemade concoctions. | Add lemon juice to flaxseed water for a zesty option. Brew flaxseed tea to create a hot, comforting drink. Mix flaxseed water or oil with your choice of juice for a nutritional boost. Blend flaxseed into a smoothie for a tasty and sweet choice. Opt for a commercial brand of flaxseed drink for a quick option. |
To get the ollie down, you have set up your feet correctly. Traditional set up for the ollie requires you to have your front foot near the middle of the board and your back foot down by the tail of the board. You don't want the back foot to be hanging off the tail, but to be in the middle of the tail so you have a grip on the board. Your front foot should be just behind the last two bolts on the front part of your skateboard, completely parallel to them. Remember that you have to get this down and learn to do a regular ollie before you can start going higher in the air. Now, you shouldn't move the front foot back too much, or your skateboard will just stand up vertically. However, if you've really gotten the regular ollie down solid, then you can move that front foot toward the center of your board, just two or more inches. Sliding that front foot is what gives you your lift, so the more sliding room you have, the higher you will go. You can start by just moving that foot back an extra inch or so, as you get more comfortable in this position. Now that you have a solid ollie, you can get it higher by sliding your front foot all the way to the nose of the board, up to the part where the board starts to curve upward. This way, your foot will get caught where it starts to rise, and since your foot is no longer sliding, if you keep moving it, it will bring the board higher in the air. Just remember that, even if you get it higher, you will still have to even out your board in the air by pushing gently with your front foot. Jumping higher is what will help you get your ollies higher. To get up higher, you'll need to pop the board harder, suck your feet up with the board, and jump higher than normal, trying to get your knees almost all the way up to your chest. You can raise your arms a bit more to help yourself get that extra lift too. Remember that you'll have to be really comfortable with your ollies to feel good about lifting your knees and body up that high when you jump. Along with jumping higher, one of your problems may be that you're not picking up your feet high enough. If you want to pick them up high enough, then you have to have your shoulders centered instead of hunching over too much, keeping your weight centered over the board to keep stable. When you snap your back foot, you need to really pull those feet up in the air. Some people focus on just lifting up that front foot, but it's important to have your back foot up, too. You can get down each aspect of the technique, but the most important part is putting it all together. You want the movement to be as fluid and smooth as possible, so you naturally move from the footwork to the jump, and back to the board again, without having any jagged or awkward movements. Whenever you're trying to get a move down, remember that timing is everything. | Master the footwork. Move your front foot further back. Slide your front foot further up the board. Jump higher. Pick your feet up higher. Keep your ollie as fluid and smooth as possible. |
Get dressed, shower, and eat breakfast as if you are going to school. Do not wear really tight skinny jeans and tight imitation prep tees like, American Eagle, Hollister, Abercrombie, or Aeropostale. You don't want to scream teenager from afar or even up close. You must dress like you are older, so pull out the old sweater, boots, looser skinny jeans. You might even wanna try sweatpants. Girls: Do not wear jeans that look like they came out of a spray can; drop that. Wear preppy sweaters and fitted boot cut or loose denim. Trouser pants are better. You should wear minimal make up, lip stain, and mascara. Do not carry tote bags, but opt for medium sized purses that have structure. Avoid tacky-looking glittery or bags with childish designs as well. Boys: Drop the baseball caps and skater styled sagging pants. Yes, this means you must use a belt and keep your boxers in tact. Wear some of your dad's shirts, or maybe his sports coat. You want to appear to be over the teen crowd. Fruits, sandwiches, and drinks would be ideal. If you snack a lot, think, it is going to be a fun 8 hours, you need energy to keep you alert. | Follow your typical morning routines. Fit in with the older people. Pack an over-sized lunch with lots of goodies. |
Crate training is a great thing for your dog. You can put him in there when you aren't home, which will cut down on accidents in the house. It will also allow him a place to escape to when he is overwhelmed by everything or just needs to be alone. Since he will be spending significant time in his crate, you need to make sure you buy one large enough for your puppy. His crate, also known as a kennel, should be large enough that he can stand up, turn around, and comfortably lay down in. It should also have plenty of room to fit him as he grows. When you are first crate training your dog, you need to make it a comfortable and happy place for him. Start out with the crate open in your living room or kitchen where you are. Place a blanket, small bed, or crate pad in the crate to make him want to go in. You can also toss in a treat to encourage him inside. Once you send your dog into the crate with the door open for a few times, start shutting the door while he is in there. Leave the door closed for about 10 minutes. You should not let him out if he is still whining or scratching at the door of the cage. This will show him that this behavior will get him out of the cage. Over time, you should increase the amount of time you leave your puppy in the crate. Keep increasing the time he spends in the crate until he can stay in the crate for long periods of time without whining or pawing at the door. This will vary depending on how old your puppy is. If he is under four months old, the time he needs to stay is two hours. If he is older than four months old, he needs to stay in there four hours without whining, as long as their bladders can hold it that long. Never leave a dog in a crate for longer than this, unless he stays in his crate while you are at work. Never use the crate as a punishment because he will start seeing it as a scary place. | Pick the right size. Encourage him to go inside. Shut the door on him. Increase the time in the crate. |
Often, you will need to fill out an application to receive free land. You'll need to provide some basic biographical information, such as who will be living on the land and where you're living now. You also need to provide information on what you plan to do with the land. The cities offering this benefit want to make sure you will fulfill the requirements they set out. Otherwise, they may reject your application. To get the land, you will have to submit a housing plan and prove you have the financial means to build. With some communities, you'll need to submit a blueprint for approval. Basically, they want to see you have a plan for your house or business, and that you have the money to do it. In some locations, you may only be asked to provide a blueprint. To prove you have the financial means to build, you don't need to have the cash in your bank account. If you are pre-approved for a loan, that may be enough. Most of the time you will be required to take certain actions or forfeit the land. For instance, in Marquette, Kansas, you must build a house within a year. To do so, you must sign with a contractor within four months and start building within six months. Be aware that you may forfeit the free land if you don't meet conditions, even after the land has been transferred to you. Most cities require that you put down a deposit. Usually, it's not very much. For instance, in Lincoln, Kansas, it's $0.08 per square foot. | Fill out the application. Meet the requirements of the transfer. Sign the agreement. Make a deposit. |
Squeeze a few drops of food coloring over the clay, then knead to mix in the color. Continue to add food coloring until you reach your desired color. If you like, you can also add glitter to your clay to make it sparkly. Put the clay back into the pot and heat it over medium heat. Stir the clay as it warms to prevent it from sticking to the saucepan and burning. Remove the pot from the heat when your clay reaches the consistency you like. You can skip this step if you’re already happy with your clay. Don't touch the clay while it's hot, as you could get burned. Instead, spread the clay out on a baking sheet or the counter to let it cool down. When it feels just slightly warm, it's ready for use. You can play with your clay or sculpt something out of it. If you do make a model or keepsake, you can preserve it by letting it dry. The clay will air dry if you let it sit out. Make sure you leave the clay untouched for at least 2 days so your sculpture doesn't get messed up. Your clay will dry out in the air, so it's important to put it away between uses. You can expect your clay to last for about 2 weeks if you consistently put it away in an airtight container. The best storage containers for this type of clay are plastic bags with a zipper or Tupperware. | Add a few drops of food coloring if you’d like colored clay. Heat the mixture until it starts to feel thick, if necessary. Let the clay cool to room temperature before you play with it. Allow your clay to air dry for 2 days if you want to preserve it. Store your clay in an airtight container when you’re not using it. |
This app allows you to view several different aspects of your Android's system use, including RAM: Open the Play Store. Tap the search bar. Type in simple system monitor. Tap Simple System Monitor in the drop-down results. Tap INSTALL, then tap AGREE if prompted. Tap OPEN in the Google Play Store, or tap the blue-and-white Simple System Monitor app icon in your Android's App Drawer. This will take you to the main Simple System Monitor page. It's at the top of the screen. Depending on your Android's screen size, you may have to swipe left across the tabs at the top of the screen to view the RAM option. You'll find the currently used RAM in the bottom-left corner of the screen, while your Android's total available RAM (e.g., RAM not reserved for use by the system) is in the bottom-right corner. | Install Simple System Monitor. Open Simple System Monitor. Tap OK when prompted. Tap the RAM tab. Check your used and available RAM. |
Note your full name, your date of birth, and where you were born. You should also list your email, your artist website or online portfolio, and your contact number. This information should be listed at the top of your resume, preferably in the header. For example, you may write, “Sadie Lee (b.1987, Canada). sadie_leeart@gmail.com. http://www.sadielee.com. 567.541.2345.” Include any post-secondary schooling you have done in the field of visual art. List the name of the school, the degree received, and the year you graduated. For example, you may write, “Concordia University, Master of Fine Arts, 2011.” If you do not have a degree in the visual arts field and are self-taught, you can leave this area blank. Do not list other types of education that do not relate to the artwork you make. Start with your most recent exhibitions. Include the year, the title of the show, in italics, and where it was held, such as a gallery space or a museum. For example, you may write, “2011, Some Works, The New Gallery, Montreal.” If you have a large number of different exhibitions that you'd like to list, you can also note solo, group, and duo exhibitions. For example, you may write, “2012, Dysphoria, group exhibition, MOCA Toronto.” If you have done any news articles, magazine interviews, or had features in a publication about your work, list them in your resume. Include the author of the piece, the title, and the publication as well as the publication date, the volume, and the page number. For example, you may write, “Coupland, Douglas: “On Dysphoria, World Art Magazine, vol. 3, February 2012, p. 45-50.” Make sure all the awards and grants relate to your artistic practice. Include the year and title of the award or grant. For example, you may write, “2013, New Artist Award” or “2011, New York Arts Council grant.” You can also note any artist residences you have done, listing the year, name, and location of the residency. For example, you may write, “2012, Studio residency, The New School, New York.” | Write a brief biography with your contact information. Include your art-related education. List your previous art exhibitions, if any. Make a bibliography of press or media about your artwork. List any art-related awards, grants, or residencies. |
While many people think that they want a relationship so they can get something (love, sex, fulfillment), healthy relationships happen when people want to share love, life, and intimacy. Lots of problems can occur in relationships if you don't have adequate love and respect for yourself first. These are also things that can be easily damaged by failed past relationships, unaddressed wounds from childhood, etc. Self-respect means accepting who you are, and also forgiving yourself for mistakes. When you learn to practice these things, you'll also learn to love, accept, and forgive your partner. When you have self-respect, you also understand how you expect and deserve to be treated. This is crucial for avoiding potentially abusive relationships. The last thing you want in your new relationship is an unsettled issue from a previous relationship or marriage. Working through the reasons why your last relationship was unsuccessful can also help you avoid repeating the same mistakes. A therapist may help you develop a clear view of your relationship patterns and make a constructive plan for resolving any difficult issues. It's never too late to change a pattern of behavior. If you feel incapable of intimacy or unable to maintain a long-lasting relationship, know that you can always change that with time and the right amount of guidance. Social pressures sometimes make us feel as though we need to be in a relationship at any cost. This is a myth. Remember that no relationship is better than a bad relationship. Make sure your interest in your potential partner is genuine. Love at first sight is a nice idea, but is not the case for many relationships. If you aren't instantly attracted to someone, it doesn't mean that they are a bad choice for you: lasting love is something that grows over time, and friends can turn into lovers. When considering potential partners, do not get overly obsessed with their appearance. Personal qualities like kindness, humor, and curiosity count for a lot more in the long run, and you may find yourself very attracted to this person as a result. It's easy to overlook certain things you don't like at the beginning with the thought that you'll eventually get this person to change. However, people can only change themselves, if and when they want to. If there's something you think you really can't accept long-term, think twice about getting into the relationship. Similarly, be wary of a partner who wants to change you. It's okay to grow together, but neither of you should be changing for the other person. While certain patterns (such as drinking, abuse, or irresponsible behavior) may be clearly unacceptable, there could be other, smaller things that get under your skin, like chewing with their mouth open, questionable fashion choices, or different taste in music. If this is a person you're really interested in, don't let these become an excuse to avoid intimacy. Recognizing healthy versus unhealthy relationship dynamics can be difficult, especially if you've grown up around unhealthy relationships. Fortunately, you can find a lot of information online about healthy relationships. Use this knowledge to create healthy boundaries for yourself before you seek a relationship. For example, know what you will and will not tolerate from a partner. Stand your ground if someone violates these boundaries. | Ask yourself what you want from a relationship. Respect yourself. Deal with the past. Don't enter a relationship just for the sake of a relationship. Know that attraction can build over time. Don't expect to change your partner. Don't get hung up on small things. Learn about what makes a relationship healthy. |
In the left pane, navigate to the files on your computer that you want to put on the server. In the right pane, navigate to where you want to place the files. Depending on the permissions you have, you can right-click to create new folders. You can click the directory labeled “..” to go back one level. Directories that haven't been opened yet will have question marks over their icons. This means that FileZilla cannot tell if the directories have subdirectories. Once you open the directory, the question marks will disappear. To begin the upload process, simply drag the files from the left pane to their destination in the right pane.. You will see in the bottom pane that the files are queued up for transfer. After the files are finished copying, you can disconnect. Downloading files works like the process above but in reverse. First find the file on the server that you want to download, then navigate to where you want to download to. Drag the file from the right pane into the left pane. They will be added to the queue and you can track their progress in the bottom pane. | Browse for your files to upload. Browse for the destination. Copy the files. Download files. |
Once you place the vegetables in the steamer, allow them to cook for a few minutes without disturbing them. Wait until they’ve been steaming for close to the minimum recommended time before you check on them. If you’re worried about losing track of the time, set a timer. For most fast-cooking vegetables, you can start checking in at around 3 minutes. If you’re cooking vegetables of multiple types or sizes, remove the ones that are done and let the others continue to steam. Use tongs or a slotted spoon to take the vegetables out of the steamer without burning yourself. Whenever your vegetables are done, move them to a covered dish to keep them warm. If all your vegetables are done at once, you may be able to simply lift the entire steamer basket out of the pan and dump them directly into a bowl or serving dish. Use oven mitts or a kitchen towel to protect your hands. Many vegetables will appear more vibrant or colorful once they’re cooked. Of course, the best test is a taste test. Your vegetables should be firm but tender rather than mushy. | Let the vegetables steam for a few minutes. Remove just the vegetables that are tender. |
Whether or not you're likely to suit short hair depends on the shape of your face. Generally speaking, longer faces favour longer hair, and rounder faces are most suited to shorter styles. If you do have a longer face, you still shouldn't dismiss the possibility of having shorter hair; the bottom line of the matter should depend on your personal style and sense of aesthetic. Measure the length from the bottom of your ear to your chin. If it is less than 5.5cm, short hair is most recommended. Keep in mind that this is a very simplistic test and shouldn't be taken as a final indicator whether or not you should change your hairstyle. Taking the plunge and cutting your hair will be a big move, but it can be just to think to revitalize your look if you think your style is growing stale. Potential hairstyles are plentiful, and it can be overwhelming to find one that suits you. Go online and check some online galleries that specifically showcase short hairstyles. With each style that appeals to you, try to imagine what you would look like. Spiking hair, slicking it back, and waving it with your fingers are effective ways of crafting a hairstyle. Ask a hairstylist. If you're any bit unsure what you should do with your hair, you can always enlist the help of a hairstylist. Hairstylists see a wide range of different hair and face types over the course of their day, and an impartial perspective may help you figure out what you should do. Once you have a hairstyle that suits you, you can choose to dye it if you think it fits your aesthetic. Rocking short hair is sometimes considered a daring move, and it's all the moreso when you add dye to the mix. An unnatural hair colour, like orange or magenta, will bring attention to your new 'do. It is arguable that dyed hair is actually easier to pull off with shorter hair. It's also quite a bit cheaper, due to the fact you'll have less hair to colour. The great thing about hair is that it grows back; of course it's not recommended to treat it lightly or mess with a hairstyle you're already super happy with, but you can always experiment in more subtle ways. Trying out different hair colours, parting or setting your hair in difference ways, or even recutting it will give you a chance to get the hair that matches your personal preferences. It definitely helps to keep a few online gallery tabs open. Use other persons' examples and eye down a style that suits you best; this is much easier than trying them all yourself! If you want to go through a number of hairstyles in a short period of time for testing's sake, start with the longest hairstyles, and trim it down until you reach a hairstyle you're comfortable with keeping. | Decide if short hair is right for you. Choose a hairstyle. Dye your hair. Experiment with your hair. |
Decide which letters in the regular alphabet will be swapped out for new letters in your alphabet. This is a great way to create a new language, because you can use letters that you and your friends already know. Some letters can remain the same if you'd like, or you can change every letter. For example, you can substitute each letter with the letter directly after it (A=C, B=D, C=E, D=F). This would be much easier to understanding in writing, because you could decode it. Speaking this language may be more difficult. You could also substitute every letter except for the vowels. For example, H=J because I(the letter in between) is a vowel. This will make it much easier if you want to be able to speak this language. Swap them so that A is E, E is I, I is O, O is U and U is A. This will allow each word in your language to have a vowel, making the language much easier to understand and pronounce when speaking. The language is simple enough for you and your friends to easily learn, but difficult enough for an unfamiliar listener or reader to not understand what you're saying. For example, "I love you" would become "O luvi yua." Another example would be "Hello, how are you?" turning into "Hillu, huw eri yua?" Write words over and over again, practice having conversations with your friends, write notes back and for the to each other in a notebook, or send each other messages online. The more you write and speak your language, the faster it will become second nature to you. You’ll either want to create a simple substitution rule that can be memorized and easily decoded by those who know the secret language, or make a cheat sheet / rule sheet if you’d like a code that's tougher to break. If you decide to go with a tougher code, make sure that all of your friends get a copy of your language code so that they can communicate with you. | Substitute each letter for another letter. Swap the vowels of the alphabet (A, E, I, O, U). Practice speaking and writing your new language. Decide how to share the language with friends. |
Although most life insurance agencies don't have a formal education requirement, many prefer to hire college graduates. Consider earning a degree in a relevant field to make yourself a more competitive job candidate. Examples of relevant fields to earn a degree in might include marketing, business, or management. Any degree or certification that shows that you’re familiar with principles of marketing, business, and finance will make you a more competitive and qualified candidate. Most states require life insurance agents to have completed a pre-licensing training course. Find out about your state's licensing and education requirements by contacting the relevant state government department (e.g., Department of Insurance). Find out if you must complete a minimum number of hours of classroom instruction in areas like life insurance and health insurance, and ask if your state has a list of approved providers of life insurance education that you must complete training with. Inquire about continuing education requirements. For example, how often must you renew your license and what courses must you complete before renewal? If your state requires it, register for a pre-licensing training course and complete it. Make sure you complete the course with a state-approved education provider. Most states, like Nebraska and California, will post all the relevant information about course requirements, including a list of pre-approved providers, on their Department of Insurance's website. Would-be agents are usually required to complete 20 hours of a training course, 7.5 hours of which must be in-person. A typical course may cost between $100 and $200. After you’ve finished your training course, apply to take the licensing exam with your state's Department of Insurance. You can register to take the exam online or over telephone, but you have to take the exam in person at an official test center. Note that some states also require license applicants to be sponsored by an employer. Check your state's restrictions and guidelines before applying to take the exam. The exam will test your general knowledge of policies, state laws regarding insurance, and general knowledge about insurance concepts and terms. Request a list of recommended study aids from the agency that handles licensing and education for insurance agents to help you pass the exam. The test can be completed in 1 multi-hour sitting and you will be charged a small convenience fee for taking the test in the testing center. | Earn a 4-year college degree in a relevant field. Determine if you need to take a pre-licensing training course. Register for and complete a pre-licensing training course if necessary. Take the state insurance licensing exam. |
You can change the speed of a Snapchat video, which alters the sound of your voice. You will now be able to use the front-facing camera. A red line will fill the circle around the filter when the video is recording. Release your finger to stop the recording. The <<< (Rewind) filter will play the video and audio in reverse. The “Snail” filter will play the video and audio in slow motion. The “Rabbit” filter will play the video and audio at a faster speed. Your video will play back automatically when it is finished recording. You will now be able to hear the filter's modification of your voice. Use the icons at the top of the screen to add drawings, text, and stickers to your Snap. Swipe to the right or left to add filters. Change how long your friends can view your Snap by selecting the timer at the bottom of your screen. Press the “Download” icon at the bottom of your screen to save the Snap to your device. Press the "Share" button to post the Snapchat to your Snapchat Story. Press the blue button on the right side of your screen and select the friends you want to receive your Snapchat. | Open the Snapchat app. Double-tap the Snapchat camera page. Tap and hold the circular button to record a video. Swipe to the right or left on your recorded video.There are several filters that change the speed of your video. Playback your video. Edit your Snap. Send your Snapchat. |
Schedule an approximate picking time months in advance so you get the most out of your broccoli plant. If you live in a colder climate, plant your broccoli in the spring so you can pick in the early to late summertime. In warmer climates, you have more freedom and can harvest into autumn. In general, expect to harvest broccoli about 55 to 60 days after planting. Watch the growth of the broccoli carefully and harvest them when they reach 4 to 8 inches (10 to 20 cm) wide. Broccoli is a cool-season crop that harvests best in most climates during the spring or fall. Remember this in advance so you can pick during an optimum season. Floret (or flower) size is another reliable indicator that your harvest is ready. When florets at the outside edge of the broccoli head is around the size of a toothpick, your broccoli is ready for picking. Pay close attention to the plant's color when deciding whether to pick it. Your florets should be a deep green. If you see hints of yellow in the florets, your plant has begun to bloom or bolt. Harvest the broccoli immediately if it begins to turn yellow, as your plants may become overripe in several days. If your broccoli flower sprouts, it is no longer edible. Ideally, pick your broccoli the day your plant begins yellowing. | Mark your calendar. Monitor floret and leaf growth. Check the florets for a deep green. |
For example, avoid forwarding an email containing a secret, especially if the person you're e-mailing doesn't want you to. Doing so can possibly cause the recipient to lose trust in you, and you could possibly have your relationship messed up. You certainly do not want that to happen. If you feel tempted to do so, put yourself in the other person's shoes, and think about how you would feel if that person spread rumors about you. For example, if your friend has a reputation for being mean and bossy, think about how you would feel if your friend told your other friends about one of your quirks. You wouldn't be very happy, right? For example, avoid letting your friend know that her friend broke up with an ex-boyfriend. Email isn't completely private, so it's possible that the person whose business you're discussing could see the emails and become mad at you and/or embarrassed, and this could mess up your relationship with the person. Flames are basically insults sent online to offend you, so it's important not to send flames to other people or start flame wars. This could make the other person mad, and you could also have your account suspended for this. This can be anything, from a person's age to the name of the school that he or she goes to. Put yourself in the other person's shoes -- how would you feel if someone gave your friend the address of your house? You would not be very happy, so be sure to obtain permission before sharing someone's personal information with others over email, or don't do so at all. It will show you are angry and you can upset the person. For example, if you're angry at someone at work, and you email that person a large rant in all caps, this could cause the person that you emailed to become irritated. This is the same thing with replying to emails; if you're angry at someone for sending you a particular message, hold off replying until you have calmed down. | Don't forward emails that are private. Don't spread rumors about people. Avoid discussing people's private business. Avoid flaming. Avoid sharing the personal information of others without permission. Don't send an email when you're angry. |
If you find that you have too much energy during the day, you may be consuming some form of a stimulant. Try to reduce your coffee intake. This is the most popular stimulant used by adults. You may think that you need your morning coffee in order to power through the day. Chances are, if you feel really hyper throughout the day, you may be overloading. Try cutting back on your coffee. Go from 3 to 2 cups a day and see if there is a change. If you are more of a tea drinker, do the same for tea. Caffeinated sodas can also be the culprit. Reduce the amount of soda you drink in a day. Drink water instead. Eat less chocolate. Just like with coffees, teas, and sodas, chocolate won't necessarily lead to hyperactivity, but it can certainly give you a rush of energy that may be interpreted as such. The primary concern with sugars is that they get into your bloodstream quickly. So if you eat a lot of sugary foods, you are constantly feeding your body a source of quick-burning energy. If you normally get really hyper after lunch, reduce the amount of sugar you take in at lunch. See if this helps. Many parents and medical practitioners agree that lab created colors and additives may lead to slightly higher levels of hyperactivity in children. There is no definitive study that points to artificial coloring or additives as a cause of hyperactivity. Studies that do exist rely on subjective findings, in part, because they have to rely on parents to describe the changes in their own children. Other opponents point to the fact that most food items with artificial ingredients are also loaded down with sugar. The stimulant sugar may be the cause of the increased hyperactivity. Eat a lot of fish, like salmon and tuna. Many leafy green vegetables also contain fatty acids. These fatty acids facilitate the transfer of neurotransmitters in the brain. When your neurotransmitters function improperly, it can cause hyperactivity and loss of concentration. Oftentimes, omega-3 fatty acid deficiency and ADHD are mistaken for one another. Since your body cannot create these fatty acids, it is necessary for you to include them in your diet. Since nicotine is a stimulant, you may be getting an unneeded energy boost during your smoke breaks. Try skipping cigarette breaks at points in the day when you might otherwise feel hyper. If the above steps don't help to alleviate hyperactivity, see a nutritionist. They can examine your particular diet and then suggest specific alterations to help your hyperactivity, energy crises. | Avoid stimulants like caffeine. Eat fewer sugary foods. Eat foods without artificial coloring and additives. Consume foods high in omega-3 fatty acids. Stop smoking. Talk to a nutritionist. |
It's a light-blue "e" icon. This icon is in the top-right corner of the Internet Explorer window. Clicking it prompts a drop-down menu. You'll find it toward the bottom of the drop-down menu. It's below the "Browsing history" heading near the middle of the Internet Options window. You can uncheck every other box on this page, but the "Cookies and website data" box must be checked in order to delete your cookies. This button is at the bottom of the window. Doing so will delete your Internet Explorer cookies. Your browser's cookies have been cleared. | Open Internet Explorer. Click ⚙️. Click Internet options. Click Delete…. Make sure the "Cookies and website data" box is checked. Click Delete. Click OK to exit Internet Options. |
Taking her to a party is probably not the best date idea for a shy girl. Instead, take her somewhere quiet where she can open up to you. For example, take her for a walk in the park or to a picnic in the park. If you aren't sure what she’d want to do, you can ask her if there's somewhere she has been wanting to go. If the park is a little too quiet for her, you can suggest going out for ice cream. It's stress-free and there are some people around. A movie is another low-key date idea because it's something you can do together without feeling the pressure to talk. If she doesn't like ice cream, suggest going out for lunch or dinner. Even if the date goes very well, do not move very fast with a shy girl. Moving too fast could be overwhelming for her. For example, don't go in for a kiss without asking permission. If you feel like she's having a good time with you, ask if she’d be okay with holding your hand. You can move on from there if she seems okay with holding your hand. Depending on how the date or dates go, you may want to ask her to be your girlfriend. First, try to get an idea of how she feels about you. You can ask if she enjoys spending time with you. Or, if she has opened up to you a lot, ask her if she likes you in the same way that you like her. If she does, ask if she would like to be your girlfriend. For example, you could say “I’ve really enjoyed getting to know you. I’ve come to like you a lot, and I was wondering if you would like to be my girlfriend?” | Take her somewhere quiet. Go out for ice cream or a movie. Take things slowly. Ask her to be your girlfriend. |
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