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After a while, not smoking will cease to feel abnormal. You will begin to return to your usual routine and establish new rituals and habits around your life as a non-smoker. You might still have a fleeting thought about having "just one cigarette," especially as normalcy resumes. Remember, it's never just one cigarette. It's a lifelong chain of misery which you have escaped from. Congratulate yourself on those moments, such as social situations, where you feel happy to be free. Take pride in yourself and the fact you've given up smoking. If you're having trouble quitting on your own, you might need to seek additional professional help alongside your Allen Carr book. The obvious option, if you are wanting to quit using Allen Carr's method, is to contact his organisation via their website. They offer free of charge support to book readers. Support groups are usually available in psychiatric clinics, where a trained physician or therapist leads discussions with other people attempting to quit. Narcotics Anonymous is a non-profit organization that hosts meetings for recovering addicts to provide support. You can find meetings in your area through NA's website. If you're struggling to quit smoking, talk to your physician. You could also seek out the help of a professional therapist to see if any underlying emotional issues fuel your addiction. Remember, you cannot quit smoking alone. As you continue in your recovery, talk openly with friends and family members about your decision to quit and ask that they support you. Ask the smokers in the family not to smoke in front of you or offer you cigarettes. Ask a few friends or family members if you can call them when you're getting a craving. Pick people who are empathetic and easy to talk to. If someone does not support your decision, it's best to temporarily sever ties from that person. Negativity fuels addiction. | Prepare for life to return to normal. Seek professional help if you're having issues. Ask for continued support from friends and family members. |
Mix bronze powder with a quick-drying spar varnish according to the package directions in a plastic or glass bowl. Stir the liquid bronze thoroughly to prevent particles from settling in the bottom of the bowl. You can purchase liquid bronze at a hardware store or print supply company. Hold the shoe by the wire loop with your non-dominant hand. Then use your dominant hand to apply a thin coat of liquid bronze to each shoe with a camel hair brush. Start on the top of each shoe and work your way down the sides toward the sole. Make sure you paint all of the shoe's surface area, including any part of the shoe's inside that is visible. After applying liquid bronze to the shoes, allow them to dry. Hold the shoe by the wire loop you inserted, and then hang the wire loop on a hook or nail. You should let them dry for at least ten minutes, or longer, in between coats. Once the shoes dry from the initial coat of liquid bronze, look to see if there are dull spots on the shoes. This is an indication that the bronze has soaked through the shoes and you will need to apply at least one more coat of bronze. You will likely need to apply several coats of liquid bronze to each shoe until both shoes are shiny and completely covered in bronze. | Prepare the liquid bronze in a bowl. Apply a coat of liquid bronze to each shoe. Hang the shoes to dry. Apply additional coats as needed. |
Create a deeper texture in the hair by lowering the handle end of the scissors. The farther you lower the scissors from their vertical position, the more hair you’ll cut. Do not not lower the scissors past a 45 degree angle, or you are not really performing a point cut anymore. Holding the scissors at 45 degrees will give you a choppy, layered look. Point cutting should usually not take off more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of hair. However, if you want to create an exaggerated effect, cut deeper into the hair when you have it pinched between your fingers. Cut between 1 and 2 inches (2.5 cm to 5 cm), but don't cut more than 2 inches with this technique. Always make sure the person whose hair you are cutting is aware that you are going to be taking off more hair. With the hair hanging straight down, gather a 2 inch (5 cm) section between and below your fingers. Rather than pulling the hair up, as in the technique for short hair, hold the hair so it hangs toward the floor. Point the scissors upward toward the hair and perform the point cut as before. Cutting the lowest layer of hair in this way keeps the bottom layer from looking like a straight line. | Hold the scissors at a lower angle. Cut the hair deeper than 1 inch (2.5 cm). Cut the lowest layer of layered hair. |
If you use your Oculus Rift regularly, it's a good idea to clean it on a monthly basis even if it doesn't look dirty. Dust, grease, and skin dander may not always be visible when they accumulate on your gear. If any part of your headset seems dirty between monthly cleanings, go ahead and clean it as soon as you notice it's dirty. To reduce the amount of oils, grease, and dead skin that ends up on your headset, it's a good idea to clean your face before you put the headset on. Remove any makeup and wash your face thoroughly with soap and water or a skin-safe anti-bacterial wipe. When you wear your headset, sweat and oil tend to accumulate on your face cushion and headphones. You can help reduce this by keeping your face as cool and dry as possible while you play. Keep the air conditioning on or position a fan to blow towards you while you are wearing the headset. Leaving your headset out can cause it to accumulate dust, even if you use it often. A box, drawer, drawstring bag, or even backpack can be a good way to keep your headset clear of dust. Some players experience foggy lenses when the hot air exhaled through their nose gets into their headset. You can help reduce this effect by placing a thin cloth or sleeping mask between the headset and the bridge of your nose. This will create a small gap for your breath to escape through and reduce fogging on your lenses. Some companies, such as VR Cover, offer removable, machine-washable cotton headset covers. These often absorb sweat and oils better than the faux leather that many headsets come with, and can be replaced when they become too dirty. | Clean your lenses, face cushion, and headphones at least once a month. Clean your face with a skin-safe anti-bacterial wipe before playing. Use a fan or air conditioning when you play to reduce sweating. Keep your headset in a drawer or cloth bag to protect it from dust. Place a cloth over the bridge of your nose to reduce fogging. Buy a removable headset cover. |
Use a measuring square to determine how much you need to cut off and make a strong mark with a pencil or where you would like to cut so the water doesn't erase the mark. Then make the marks in any direction you'd like, such as horizontal, vertical, or even diagonal. This method is suitable for bigger jobs that involve a great amount of tile. You can also use wet saws to cut tile trimmings with a bullnose or quarter-round shape. Each wet saw will be a little different, so be sure to follow the instructions closely. In most cases, you will need to fill the tub with water and turn the saw on. Make sure the water level doesn't get too low, and be sure to replace it when it gets dirty so the saw operates properly. Each saw will be a little different, so read the instructions carefully. For the cleanest cut, avoid pushing or forcing the tile into the saw. Instead, gently guide the tile towards the saw, and let the saw do the cutting for you. Make sure that the water is covering the blade when cutting. Even if you took extra steps to ensure the cleanest of cuts, there may be some roughness on the cut edges. If this happened to you, simply rub the cut edge of the tile across a brick or a piece of concrete a few times. Avoid using a brick or piece of concrete with jagged edges, as this could break the tile. | Measure and mark your tiles where you want to cut them. Set up the wet saw according to the saw's instructions. Cut the tile according to the saw’s instructions. Smooth down any roughness with a brick. |
Why are you styling your hair? Are you going to prom? Meeting your girlfriend's parents? Just want cool hair? Make the look match the situation. Keep in mind that formal events call for more traditional hairstyles. Your cousin may not want you to wear a high Mohawk to her wedding. It may be best to choose a style that is close to your everyday style for an important event; this will help you feel more comfortable during the event. If you started using cheap products for your daily style, you may want to consider springing for better quality products for your special occasion. Cheap products are more likely to cause build-up or undesired effects such as making your hair look either too dry or too oily. Be sure to use the products a couple of times before the special occasion so that you know how your hair reacts to the product. The most important aspect of your special-event hairstyle is that it should look like you spent time trying to make your hair look perfect. Your part should be made with a comb so that it looks sharp. You should use product to keep the hair where you intend for it to be. A quality hair product that adds a bit of shine or a wet look often works for events. | Consider your styling needs and situation. Use quality products. Make everything crisp and neat. |
In many places, you cannot automatically assume ownership of a stray dog. There are several ways to report that you found a stray dog: contacting your local animal control center or animal shelter, putting up 'Found' signs throughout your community and in your newspaper, and posting a picture of the dog on animal rescue sites (e.g.,https://www.petfinder.com/). If the stray dog has a collar with an identification (ID) tag, look for his name, along with the name and contact information of his owner. If you do not see an ID tag, take him to a veterinary clinic, animal shelter, or animal control center where he could be scanned for a microchip. If you can obtain the owner's contact information, contact the owner immediately to let him or her know you found his or her dog. You can then arrange a time and place for the owner to pick up the dog. You should make every effort to reunite the stray dog with his original owner. If you are unable to find the stray dog's owner, but do not feel like you can care for the dog, transferring him to animal shelter or animal control center may be a reasonable option. However, either of these places will likely have significant budgetary and resource limitations. Animal control centers or shelters may not be able to house rescued animals for long time periods, and may have a policy to euthanize animals who are not claimed or adopted within a certain timeframe. Research different shelters to find out which ones have available space. You may also want to consider transferring the stray dog to a 'no kill' shelter. Adoption is another option if you are not able to locate the stray dog's owner. Before claiming ownership, there will likely be certain requirements you will have to meet. For example, you would need to wait for a designated holding period—the period during which the dog's original owner can claim him. Ask at your local animal control center or animal shelter about how long the holding period is. If the owner has not claimed the dog within the holding period, you would proceed with establishing yourself as the legal owner of the dog. You would purchase a collar and ID tag, make sure the stray dog is properly vaccinated, and have him licensed. Consider the expense of adopting the stray dog, especially in terms of veterinary care. You would be responsible for veterinary care expenses, so determine if you would be able to take on this financial commitment before deciding to adopt. If you decide to adopt, create a comfortable and stress-free home environment for the stray dog. It is also important for you to show him love and attention, and allow him the space and time to become more comfortable with you. Stray dogs are usually hungry, so you may be very tempted to start feeding him. Apart from enticing him with treats, feeding him may not be a good idea for several reasons. For example, a stray dog has likely become accustomed to eating scraps or hunting for his food. Feeding him commercial dog food may lead to digestive problems. The stray dog may have rabies. If he bites you when you are offering him food, there is a real danger of rabies transmission. | Report that you found the dog. Check the stray dog for identification. Consider the limitations of an animal shelter or animal control center. Consider adopting the stray dog. Do not feed the stray dog. |
REINFORCE can be used to train models in structured prediction settings to directly optimize the test-time objective.However, the common case of sampling one prediction per datapoint is data-inefficient.We show that by drawing multiple samples per datapoint, we can learn with significantly less data, as we freely obtain a REINFORCE baseline to reduce variance.Additionally we derive a REINFORCE estimator with baseline, based on sampling without replacement.Combined with a recent technique to sample sequences without replacement using Stochastic Beam Search, this improves the training procedure for a sequence model that predicts the solution to the Travelling Salesman Problem. | We show that by drawing multiple samples (predictions) per input (datapoint), we can learn with less data as we freely obtain a REINFORCE baseline. |
You should use the vaginal cream for the full number of days prescribed at the correct dose. Don't stop using the vaginal cream if you start menstruating. The vaginal cream will still be effective; it just may be a little messier to insert. Just make sure to use sanitary pads since tampons could absorb the cream. If you miss a dose or run out of the vaginal cream before your treatment is complete, call the doctor or pharmacist for a refill. Most vaginal creams are designed to be stored at room temperature. Check the information on the box or ask your pharmacist to be sure. Storing the cream at a temperature that's too hot or cold could damage it. It's best to store most medications in a cool, dry place. Avoid storing medication in a medicine cabinet since heat and moisture from the bathroom could cause it to be less effective or expire early. The heat of your body will cause most creams to leak out a little after you apply them to your vagina. If you can, try to use the vaginal cream at night. Laying down after you apply the cream can also keep it in your vagina longer and reduce the amount that leaks out. If you need to use vaginal creams during the day, wear a sanitary pad to avoid staining your underwear and lay down for a few minutes immediately after you apply the cream, if you can. The side effects will vary depending on what medication is in the vaginal cream. In general, side effects may include vaginal discomfort, vaginal dryness, burning or itching and potentially messy discharge from the vagina. Be sure to read the information that came with the vaginal cream. This will give you more detailed information about the specific side effects you can expect. If any side effects are causing you discomfort or you feel pain, contact your doctor. If you experience swelling of the vagina and vulva area, itching, hives, or tightness of the chest, you may be having an allergic reaction so it's important to get medication attention. Always ask your doctor if you have any questions about using the vaginal cream. You should also talk with your doctor about whether or not you need to refrain from sexual intercourse while you use the vaginal cream. | Use the cream even if you start menstruating. Store the vaginal cream correctly. Apply the cream at night. Watch for side effects. Get medical attention if you feel discomfort. |
Use the same style and structure in your codicil that you used in your original will. Keeping with the same style will help your codicil to match up with your will and reduce any potential confusion. If you used an attorney for the original will, consider hiring the same attorney to draft the codicil. This will assure consistency. Likewise, if you used specific software to draft your will, consider using the same software to draft your codicil. For example, if you want to change appointed guardians for beneficiaries, change funeral arrangements, or reallocate some of your assets in the event of your passing, say so using direct, clear terms. To make certain that you have written your codicil in a way that cannot be mistaken by others, ask someone you trust to read it. If you are not comfortable with writing in a professional legal tone or you have concerns about grammar, you should also have someone who is skilled in these areas proofread your codicil. You might also consider having an attorney read over your codicil. In that case, you will need to provide the attorney with a copy of your existing will as well. You should execute the codicil in the same manner as the will. Sign your will in the presence of two witnesses. If you are satisfied that the codicil to your last will and testament expresses your desires and needs to meet your post-death wishes, make certain that you sign the codicil in the presence of competent witnesses who have no personal or financial interest in your will. If your state requires three witnesses to execute a will, then use three for the codicil. An affidavit will greatly speed up the probate process. To execute the affidavit, sign the will in front of the notary and get the will notarized. Append the following language to the end of the will: “I, [insert name], declare to the officer taking my acknowledgement of this instrument, and to the subscribing witnesses, that I signed this instrument as my codicil.” Then sign your name beneath this language. Insert the following language for the witnesses. “We, [insert name] and [insert name], have been sworn by the officer signing below, and declare to that officer on our oaths that the testator declared the instrument to be the testator's codicil and signed it in our presence, and that we each signed the instrument as witnesses in the presence of the testator and of each other.” Then have the two witnesses sign beneath this. Then include this language for the notary: “Acknowledged and subscribed before me by the testator, [type or print the testator's name], who is personally known to me or who has produced [state the identification], and sworn to and subscribed before me by the witnesses, [print or type name of first witness], who is personally known to me or who has produced [state the identification produced] as identification, and [type or print name of second witness], who is personally known to me or who has produced [state type of identification produced] as identification, and subscribed by me in the presence of the testator and the subscribing witnesses, all on [insert the date].” Then have the notary sign and affix official stamp or seal. To ensure the safety of your codicil, you should keep it in the same place as your will. For example, if your original will is kept in the attorney's office, then it makes good sense to keep any codicils there as well. | Use a professional legal tone throughout your codicil. Be specific about the changes you want to make. Proofread your codicil. Execute the codicil. Include a self-executing affidavit. Store your codicil with your last will and testament. |
If your brother is being difficult, you may have to try temporarily ignoring him. This isn't a very effective strategy for long-term sibling relationships, but if you want to avoid lashing out in anger, the best response is to just ignore him. Not responding is not a sign of weakness. If anything, it takes more strength and willpower to resist lashing out at your brother or sinking to his antics. Remember that you have to pick and choose your battles. You can't engage with your brother every single time he annoys you, especially if he's not very communicative. If you don't give your brother the response he wants (getting upset or irritated), he'll tire himself out eventually and give up on it. If your brother is annoying you, you may be tempted to lash out at him in anger or respond with equally-annoying behavior. However, that type of reaction will only make things worse. Any time you feel an urge to respond with harsh words or annoying behavior, remember that being calm and collected is more likely to break your brother out of his annoying behavior than getting angry. Take a deep breath and let it out slowly. Keep your focus on your breathing pattern to calm down quickly. Try counting to 10 before responding. Take deep breaths in and out during that 10-second count, and try to think about how to express yourself calmly and rationally. Go for a short walk or leave the room for a few minutes if you need to compose yourself for longer than 10 seconds. Let your brother know you'll be right back, and think about what you want to say and how best to say it. Any time you can negotiate a peaceful resolution with your brother, you should try to do so. Sometimes that may require compromising on some aspect of the situation or even putting your brother's needs before yours for a short period. Ultimately, though, this will help de-escalate the situation and may help prevent future conflicts. Ask your brother directly what it is he wants to communicate to you. Let your brother feel heard and validated and try to rephrase the things he says. Say something like, "I think I understand where you're coming from. You're saying you feel ____ when I _____, and that's causing problems." Try to arrive at a mutually-beneficial solution. Ask your brother for input, offer your input, and try to compromise. Recognize that no one is going to get their way all the time. The goal is to solve that both you and your brother feel somewhat satisfied with, even if it's not the solution you'd hoped for. A common cause of annoying sibling behavior is simple boredom. Perhaps your brother is bored or feels like he's not getting enough attention. Instead of giving him negative attention by fighting back or engaging in your annoying behavior, try doing something fun and productive together. Doing something fun together should take your brother's attention away from being annoying pretty quickly, and it might help the two of you bond over the shared experience. Try going for a walk or riding bikes together (if you're still young, make sure you get your parents' permission first), or do something indoors like watching a movie, putting together a puzzle, or playing video games together (although this may cause more fights). It can be very difficult to not be personally offended or bothered by insulting/annoying behavior. However, at the end of the day, your brother is still your sibling, and he does care about you. Let your brother know that he's upsetting you and try to find a resolution, but don't take it personally. Know that your brother probably isn't trying to hurt your feelings. Some people (especially at a younger age) just don't know any better. Your brother probably won't remember the annoying or hurtful things he said/did in an hour, so don't waste your time holding a grudge. Remember that by letting your brother's behavior upset you, you're giving him all the power. If he sees that he's bothering you, he's more likely to keep up with the annoying/hurtful behavior. | Ignore your brother rather than responding. Remain calm if you do respond. Compromise with your brother. Give your brother positive attention. Try not to take insults/annoyances personally. |
Construct a temporary support frame out of 2-by-4s about 3 ft (0.91 m) back from the basement wall. Align the studs directly underneath the joists and screw the top plate to the joists. The frame will need to be at least as wide as the window, so that you will have 1 stud of the frame under each joist that runs above the window. Make it wider if you have the room so that there is added support. Use 6-mil plastic sheeting to confine dust within the area you will be cutting. Use a staple gun to secure it along the temporary frame and to the joists in the ceiling. Use a plastic sheet that is at least 8–9 ft (2.4–2.7 m) feet wide to tent a large enough area and keep all the dust confined there. Make slits in the sheeting so you can staple it between the joists and create an extra-tight seal. Use a 14 in (36 cm) concrete saw with a diamond blade. Make a first pass around the perimeter and only cut about 1⁄4–1⁄2 in (0.64–1.27 cm) deep to create a straight groove that will guide your next, deeper cuts. You can rent a concrete saw. Renting a diamond blade is also recommended. Wear hearing and eye protection, a dust mask, and gloves when operating the saw. Make another pass around the perimeter of the window, cutting deeper, until you get approximately halfway through the wall all the way around the window. The groove you made will guide your cut so you can focus on applying pressure to cut deeper. Don't worry about whether the cut is exactly halfway through the wall. You will be completing the cut from the other side. Cut a straight groove around the outside of the window first. Make a second, deeper pass along the groove until you meet your cut from the inside. You can cover the area outside with a tarp where you will be cutting if you want to keep it clean. | Build a support frame if the window will be perpendicular to the floor joists. Hang plastic sheeting along the frame to contain dust. Cut a groove around the inside perimeter of the window with a concrete saw. Cut halfway through the wall along the groove you created. Cut through the other side of the wall in the same manner. |
Before you ask her out, you'll have to start a conversation. Approach her with a positive, confident energy. It's good to start by making brief eye contact. After you've made this connection, flash her a quick smile. Once you've made this initial connection, think about your body language. Make sure that you are open and receptive to her, rather than hunched over and closed off. Your openness will prove your interest in. Make sure that you're listening well. Empathic listening doesn't imply that you agree completely with the other person. It does, however, imply that you try to fully understand a person emotionally, behaviorally, physically, and intellectually. You want to get to know her quickly. When you're trying to ask a girl out, you have to be more active than you would starting a friendship. Think less about yourself and more about her. Lead off with a thought-provoking question. These intriguing questions will get her to open up. The more weird, specific facts that you know about her, the better. You'll have more topics to discuss. Without being cheesy, throw some nice compliments her way. A good compliment must be honest and genuine. Studies show that a personality-centric compliment works much better than a compliment relating to looks or skills. If you think she has a great sense of humor, tell her. She might be very caring, and your acknowledgement of this attribute will certainly endear you to her. While compliments work well, don't be desperate with them. If you keep throwing out praise, your positive words will lose their impact. Tell her earnest compliments without being overbearing. Whatever you do, don't be too intimate with compliments during your first conversation. This has the chance to backfire and make you look creepy. Learning how to flirt is crucial in impressing a potential romantic partner. When you flirt, you're suggesting the potential for romance between you and the other party. The flirting game must have suspense and ambiguities built into it. You want to keep her guessing without leading her astray. Flirting should be playful, however, so don't overthink it. Keep your eyes out for flirtatious non-verbal cues. Women are more likely to begin the initial flirtation, but they often wait for men to make the official "first move." If she's teasing you with a look, you don't want to miss it. Some non-verbal flirtations might include giggling, smiling, or laughing and nodding. If she's responding positively to you and you recognize these cues, she's probably flirting. If you're hitting it off, then you'll want to ask her out. While chatting and flirting will give you a chance to get to know her, you want to establish your interest by setting a time to see her in the future. Think of some activities for your date. Movies and dinner can work, but they aren't always the most creative options. If you've gauged her interests by asking her about herself, then ask her to do something that fits what she likes. If you've acquired her number, don't get in a trap of texting. Texting can be great in setting up a date, but you need to meet in person. This will prove that she's worth your time. | Talk to her. Learn about her interests. Compliment her. Flirt smoothly. Make your move. |
Before you can negotiate, you need to know how much people in comparable positions make. You can find this information in a variety of ways. Talk with colleagues. Co-workers may be hesitant to talk about their salaries. Nevertheless, you can still ask. If you are negotiating a pay raise at your company, then your coworkers remain your best resource for finding out your company's pay scale. Research at Glassdoor or PayScale. Both of these website provide salary information for particular companies. You can find out what the average salary is for the position at your target company. Research companies of comparable size. If no information exists about the company you are interviewing at, then you will want to find salary ranges for companies of comparable size in the same city or geographic area. You can also find this information on Glassdoor or PayScale. You may also want to do a general web search. Look online if you are working for a government agency. Many states will post this information online. For example, you can view California's state worker salary database by clicking here. Effective negotiation requires that you know two numbers: how much you would ideally get, and the least amount you would settle for. You negotiate with the first number in mind, and you walk away from the job (or stop negotiating) if the employer cannot meet the second number. Don't set the range too low. Research shows that women in particular tend to undervalue their worth. Instead, look at the salary ranges already offered in the field and location and consider what unique skills or experiences you can bring to the company that will increase your worth. Also think through any trade-offs that you might settle for. For example, you might be willing to accept a slightly lower salary for increased vacation time or personal days. Effective negotiation involves more than simply spouting out a number to someone across the table. You also want to give a few short reasons why you think that you are worth the amount that you are asking for. You should come up with your reasons ahead of time. There are a couple different kinds of negotiators. One is hard-style and likely to say, “No.” The other type is a “soft-style” negotiator who comes across as agreeable. You need to prepare for both, because both present different challenges as you negotiate. To negotiate effectively with the hard-style negotiator, you have to be in the right frame of mind. Do not get rattled by an assertive “No.” Instead, be prepared to justify the amount that you are asking for. You must also maintain a positive attitude, even in the face of resistance. To negotiate effectively with a “soft-style” negotiator, you must focus on not trying to get the negotiator to like you. Instead, you must approach the negotiation as a bargaining opportunity. Soft-style negotiators can be problematic especially when you already know the negotiator—for example, she may already be your boss and you are negotiating a raise. You need to stop worrying that you might harm the relationship and instead focus on getting a salary you deserve. In some cases, you may be asked by email to send an indication of your desired salary amount. This removes the face-to-face negotiation but can be just as difficult to know how to respond appropriately, so check out How to Answer Expected Salary in an Email for some guidance. If you don't like to negotiate, then you should practice various scenarios before speaking to the employer. One way to practice is to look in a mirror and state out loud what your ideal salary is and why you think you are worth it. Imagine the employer saying “No” and practice your counter-offer. You can also enlist the help of a friend. He or she can pretend to be the boss. Work out different scenarios. For example, have the friend be a firm negotiator, saying “No” repeatedly, so that you can become accustomed to hearing that kind of resistance. Then alternate, and have the friend be open to negotiation. Focus on keeping your enthusiasm up during the process, which is critical for your success in negotiations. | Research salaries. Decide on your salary range. List reasons why you deserve the salary you want. Prepare for different types of negotiators. Practice. |
The most surefire way to break in a stiff new softball glove is to use it to play catch frequently. This way, you’re using it for what it was designed for, and won't have to worry about damaging the glove's materials using unorthodox methods. The downside of simply playing catch to break in your glove is that it can take many hours of catching to soften the glove up enough. When catching a softball with a new glove, concentrate on enveloping and squeezing the ball with the area around the thumb and forefingers to form what is known as a “pocket.” This will give the glove a natural contour the size and shape of a softball and make catching easier as a result. Use both hands to bend, pull, stretch, squeeze and roll the glove. Working the glove manually can also be a time-consuming way to break it in, but the upside is that it can be done absent-mindedly while you’re busy with other things. After a while, the repetitive contact will cause the leather of the glove to loosen up. Try kneading your new glove while you’re watching TV, talking with friends or sitting in traffic. The natural oils on your hands can also be good for conditioning a stiff glove. Take out your aggression on your new glove and soften it up in the process. Punch it, kick it, stomp on it, hit it with a bat or throw it against the wall. It may seem odd to be so destructive to a new glove, but the abuse you dole out will simulate the pounding it will eventually take on the field. Just make sure you don't damage any weaker areas of the glove, like the stitching. Softball gloves are fashioned from thick, durable leather, so you’re unlikely to damage the glove, as long as you don't employ extreme measures like running it over in a car or dropping it off a cliff. One traditional method for breaking in a new glove is to fold it around a ball, stick it under your mattress and sleep on it for a night or two. What makes this effective is the constant heat and pressure from having your body weight on top of it for an extended period. As the glove warms up, it will begin to conform to the shape of the ball, while positioning your shifting mass over it while you sleep will massage away tension in the new leather. Make sure there is a ball in your glove before sleeping on it. The point is to form a defined pocket, not to flatten the glove out. Play catch with your new glove by day and sleep on it at night. Between the two, the glove should be thoroughly broken in in no time. | Use the glove to play catch. Knead the glove by hand. Rough up the glove. Sleep on the glove. |
These are little balls filled with seeds. You leave them in bare areas, and the seeds will sprout, leaving plants growing in the area. Use plants native to your area so you don't encourage new species that will try to take over. Mix 1⁄2 ounce (14 g) of native wildflower seeds with 3.5 ounces (99 g) of potting soil. Add in 1.5 ounces (43 g) of dry clay, such as red powdered pottery clay. Mix the ingredients together. Slowly add in water until you have a thick paste. Roll the paste into balls, and let it dry on a cookie sheet covered in wax paper. Leave the balls in areas where the ground is bare. The balls will break down and sprout plants when it rains. Have everyone bring in t-shirts or buy enough thrift store t-shirts for everyone. Cut the sleeves off the shirt, and then cut around the inside of the neck. The bits you have left at the top are the handles. Turn the shirt inside-out. Mark a line across the bottom that's about 4 inches (10 cm) up from the bottom. Cut strips that are 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide by cutting up until you reach the line. Tie each set of 2 strips together, one each from the front and the back. Then go back and tie each set together by taking one strand from one set and one from the next set and knotting them together. Turn the bag inside-out again. Start with an empty toilet paper roll or paper towel roll. Poke a hole in both sides of the tube at the top, and run a string through them. Tie the string above the roll. Using a butter knife, coat the roll in peanut butter. Coat the tube in bird seed by rolling it in a plate filled with seed. Hang your bird feeder outside using the string. Start by making strips from plastic bags. Lay a bag out flat and cut the top off, including the handles. Cut the bag horizontally into strips. Tie the strips together. You'll need 12 long strips, and they should be a bit longer than you want your jump rope to be. Tape 6 strips together on one end. Tape the 6 strips to the back of a chair, and braid them together. Tape the other end. Do the same with the other 6 strips. Tape the other end. Pull them off the chair. Tape the 2 sets together on one end, and then tape it back to the chair. Twist the 2 braids tightly together, and then tape them together at the other end. The tape forms the handles for the jump rope. Pull the taped end off the chair. | Create seed balls to spread around. Turn old t-shirts into bags. Create bird feeders. Make jump ropes from plastic bags. |
You can create a shortcut link in any cell in your spreadsheet. This will open a new window to create a link. This will allow you to link to any cell in your spreadsheet. There are a few ways to do this: To type a cell location, select the sheet it's on from the "Cell Reference" list. You can then type the specific cell, such as "C23" into the "Type the cell reference" field. You can select from cells or ranges that have been defined in the "Defined Names" list. If you select one of these, you won't be able to type a location. By default, the link's text will simply be the cell that you are linking to. You can change this by typing anything you'd like into the "Text to display" field. You can click the "ScreenTip" button to change the text that appears when a user hovers their mouse cursor over the link. | Select the cell that you want to create your link in. Click the "Insert" tab and then click "Hyperlink." Click the "Place in This Document" option in the left menu. Enter the cell that you want to link to. Change the text that is displayed (optional). |
Do not put any other clothing in the washing machine with gasoline-soaked clothing. This could cause other clothing to absorb the smell of gasoline or become stained. Look at your clothes' manufacturer's label. To best treat the smell of gasoline, you should use the highest heat setting the clothes can tolerate. If you're unsure how high of a heat setting your clothes can tolerate, search the fabric type online and look at washing guidelines. You can purchase ammonia at most supermarkets and hardware stores. Add a quarter cup of ammonia and a little extra detergent to the laundry. This should help wash out the gasoline smell. Do not place your clothing in the dryer after washing it. Instead, hang your clothing to dry outside or on a drying rack. It's very dangerous to put clothing that's been soaked with gasoline in the dryer, as gasoline is combustible. | Wash the clothes alone. Use the highest heat setting. Add ammonia and extra detergent. Hang your clothing to dry. |
If someone wrongfully sued you, accused you of a crime, or said or published something false that harmed your reputation, you may have strong grounds to file a lawsuit of your own. An attorney can help you assess which cause of action is appropriate for your situation, as well as your likelihood of success and the amount of damages you can expect to recover. Libel and slander are two forms of defamation. If someone makes a statement about you, like an accusation, that was false, you can sue for defamation. You will also be required to prove that a third party heard or read the statement, and that your reputation was harmed by the statement. Slander refers to defamatory statements that are spoken, while libel includes defamatory statements that are written or published. Some defamatory statements are privileged. For example, you cannot sue someone for libel if they only printed the false accusation in a court document. These two causes of action may be brought when someone makes a criminal complaint or files a civil action against you for some improper purpose. For example, assume that Person A owes money to Person B but cannot pay. Person B files a false criminal complaint against Person A in order to intimidate Person A into paying. Abuse of process requires you to prove that the defendant used intentionally used a legal procedure for an improper purpose. Malicious prosecution requires you to prove that the defendant started a criminal or civil proceeding without reason to believe the allegations he or she made, for some improper purpose. You must also be able to show that the criminal or civil proceeding ended in your favor, whether you won or got the case dismissed. | Consult with an attorney. Consider libel and slander. Consider malicious prosecution and abuse of process. |
When bananas are ripe, their skins look yellow. It's okay if you let the skins get spotted or brown before you freeze them, but don't freeze the bananas when their skins are still green. Try to have a little space between the pieces so they don't fuse together when they freeze. If you’re trying to freeze a bunch of bananas at once, you may need multiple trays. To make it slightly easier to remove the banana slices, you can line the baking sheet with parchment paper, but it will still be pretty easy to get the pieces off without it. The reason we freeze them on a baking sheet first is so they don't fuse together into a solid lump of frozen banana. Place the baking sheets covered in banana pieces into your freezer. You may have to rearrange the items in your freezer slightly to get the trays to fit. Check back on the bananas in about an hour. If they are not frozen solid, check again after another half an hour. You can check if they are done by poking a piece. If it's squishy, it needs more time. The next time you are making a beverage in the blender, pull a few pieces of frozen banana from the bag in your freezer. Just stick them in the blender and watch as they turn into a cold, creamy treat. | Let your bananas ripen before you freeze them. Place the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Freeze the bananas for an hour or until frozen. Use your frozen bananas in smoothies or milkshakes within 6 months. |
Remember that everyone in school has the right to be treated with dignity and respect, free from bullying, harassment, discrimination, and violence, so as to facilitate and harness the learning process. Encourage them to visit areas in school that are not regularly monitored by staff. Get everyone that is being targeted and go tell the principal. Enlisting the help from other students is a good way of changing the culture of the school to relinquish bullying behavior. If your school doesn't have one, start one. Get involved and reach out to school leaders. Start by working together with parents and school staff to implementing policies and procedures against harassment and discrimination. | Know your rights. Encourage the student body to stand against bullying. Join the school’s anti-violence program. |
Start with 1 tbsp (15mL) honey. Microwave it for about 20 seconds, until the honey is mostly liquid. This makes it easy and fast to mix in the sugar. Exfoliation should only take a few seconds, but the scrub can also moisturize your lips and soothe cracks and sores. An old eyeshadow or lip balm case will work perfectly, although sterilizing is recommended to avoid germs. Depending on how fresh your oil was, this usually lasts about one or two weeks in the fridge before it becomes moldy or rancid. If the honey crystallizes, just place the container in a shallow bowl of hot tap water until the honey melts. Honey is a natural preservative, making this safer than most homemade scrubs. It is much less effective when diluted, so don't expect an oil-heavy recipe to last too long. | Microwave a spoonful of honey. Leave on for up to two minutes. Store the rest of the lip scrub. |
There's a chance the robbery won't be as scary as you originally thought. If this is the case, you can just go on with your day as usual. After a robbery, however, there's a chance you’ll be emotionally and physically drained. Take the next day off from work or school if the robbery affected you so that you can give yourself time to process the emotions you had during and after the robbery. It's possible that after the robbery, you’ll develop a fear of it happening again in the future. Realize that bank robberies are a fairly uncommon occurrence. Don't let your fear prevent you from going outside or going to the bank, and don't obsess over thoughts of the future. It may help to write out the situation in a journal. You can try to face your fears by going back to the bank that was robbed. The more that you go back to the source of your fear, the less it will affect your life. If your fear is preventing you from going to school or work, you should see a professional therapist or counselor. Try going to a crisis counselor 12-24 hours after the robbery to make sure that you are managing your emotions in a healthy way. Usually, the bank or police department will provide the counselors for free. They may suggest seeing a therapist for a period of time if you’re having problems processing the robbery in your mind. If your crisis counselor says everything is okay, it's possible that fearful or anxiety-filled emotions may occur weeks or months after the robbery. In this case, you should consider seeing a therapist or psychiatrist. | Go home and take the next day off if you feel drained. Avoid obsessing over fearful thoughts of the future. Speak to a counselor. |
Each marker comes with a letter that tells you which color family it belongs to and a number code that represents the color saturation. An example of the color family codes is the letter “B” - any codes that begin with a "B" belong to the blue family. The number code representing saturation is a 2-digit number code. The first digit represents the vibrancy, and the second digit represents lightness. A marker with a "05" code would be a vibrant mid-tone, while a marker with a "99" code would be very dull and dark. Luckily, these markers are simple to store and are not easily ruined. Keep the caps on them when they are not in use, store them either vertically or horizontally, and try to keep them in a cool, dry place. If you accidentally leave your markers on a really hot window ledge or in a cold car, it is okay. The caps on each marker are airtight, so they are not easily destroyed by extreme temperatures. Both ends of the marker get ink from the same reservoir, so it is only necessary to add the ink to one end. The broad end is a larger surface for the ink to seep into, and this angle will help the ink drip down into the marker more efficiently. Be sure to refill your markers over a protected area. Cover the surface with paper towels, newspaper, or any other thick, disposable paper. Allow each ink drop to absorb into the marker before adding the next drop. The ink will run down the tip and into the marker. Be sure to add the correct color of ink to your marker. If you accidentally overfill the marker and the ink begins to run over, absorb the excess with a tissue or paper towel. | Choose the right Copic marker for your needs. Store Copic markers correctly to ensure quality and longevity. Refill the Copic marker by uncapping the broad end and holding it at a 45 degree angle. Add 15-20 drops of Copic ink onto the nib of your marker. |
Saying nice things to people is a great way to get their attention and make yourself stand out from the crowd online. If you’re involved with a special interest forum or group, make nice comments on other people's posts. Compliment them or ask them questions about their post. For example, if someone you follow on Instagram posts a picture of a new book they’ve just started reading, you might comment something like, “I’ve been wanting to read that! How do you like it so far?” Or, if someone you’re following posts an image of their new haircut, compliment them on it by saying, “Omg! You look amazing!” If you find yourself chatting with certain people regularly in game, ask if they’d like to talk outside of the game sometime. If so, exchange contact information with them to talk more offline, such as by sharing your phone number, social media username, or email address. You could also try exchanging information with them on an app that you can use to chat via text or voice, such as Discord or Facebook Messenger. If you find someone who you think you might have things in common with, such as in a friend-finding app or on an online forum, try sending them a private message to see if they’d like to chat with you. Keep it simple and direct for best results. For example, you might write something like, “Hey, I was checking out your profile and it seems like we have a lot in common. Send me a message if you think so, too!” It's great to ask the usual getting-to-know you questions when you first start talking with someone, but if you’ve already exhausted the basics, you might want to start asking more in-depth questions. Try to focus the questions on your shared interest. For example, some questions you might ask someone who regularly plays the same video game as you include: Who's you’re favorite character in this video game? What was your first reaction to the game when it came out? What do you think of the new expansion? After you’ve talked with the person a few times, you might decide that you’d like to spend time with them in-person. This is important for deepening your friendship with them, but it can take some people longer than others to want to meet up. Ask when you feel ready to meet them in person, but be respectful if they say “no.” Try saying something like, “I’d love to meet for coffee sometime and talk more about movies with you. Are your free this Saturday?” | Leave positive comments on other people’s posts. Continue your video game chats outside of the game. Send a message to a potential friend to see if they’d like to talk more. Ask interesting questions to keep the conversation going. Find out if the person wants to meet in-person if you live near each other. |
There are thousands of Facebook groups that appeal to virtually every interest. Find a few that directly relate to your field or area of interest. Use the search bar at the top of Facebook to browse through groups based on your various interests. Think of keywords that apply to your area of expertise or your professional passions. Use these keywords to search for groups. Use the filters to narrow your search to specific fields. You can also find groups by looking at your professional contacts' profiles. You want to make sure that you join groups that are active and lively. There are a few things you can check before committing to joining the group: Recent News — This section is updated by the group's moderators. Check that the information is up to date and not focused purely on self-promotion. Member List — See how many members the group has, as well as the types of interests they share. This can give you a good insight on the types of people that the group attracts. Discussion Board — Look at how often people are posting, and the kind of discussions taking place. If they aren't worthwhile discussions, then the group likely isn't worth your time. Wall Posts — If there's a lot of spam here, then the moderators aren't likely very involved in the group. Each time you join a group, post a quick introduction on the Group's wall. Let people know who you are, if you're there to network or find a job, what your interests or specialties are, and if you can provide advice for others. Avoid being too "spammy". Don't advertise yourself or your services, don't link to your business's website, and don't try to sell anything during your introduction. Save this for when you are asked for it. You're here to make contacts, not make a sale. Link to news articles, blog posts, press releases, and other content that is relevant to the group. Be sure to weigh in in the comments section for what you post. The key is to try to start a discussion, while simultaneously expanding your personal brand. Discussions are one of the key functions of Facebook groups. Find and start discussions that relate to your business interests. When replaying to an existing discussion, don't post generic responses. Try to add value to every conversation you participate in. Avoid hostility with others and work to engage your fellow group members in productive discussions. There will almost always be trolls whenever there is an online discussion. Trolls attempt to undermine discussions by posting comments designed to get under other users' skin. Replying to these users is a waste of your time, and troll comments should be ignored whenever possible. You should avoid immediately adding everyone in the group to your Professional list. Instead, wait it out a while and see if you develop a rapport with any other members. Once you've interacted on the group page for a little bit, you can add them to your list. Make sure that you add them to the Professional list and not your Friends list. If you add them to the wrong list, they will have access to information that you don't want to share. Avoid joining every possible group, and focus instead on a few key groups. Take the time to interact regularly with these groups; you will see more results than simply joining a hundred groups and not participating in any of them. | Search for groups based on your professional interests. Check that the group is active. Post an introduction for each group you join. Share relevant content with the group. Take part in comments and discussions. Add group members to your Professional list after you've gotten to know them a bit. Keep your group memberships under control. |
Mark the pipe in regular increments to indicate where each piece will begin and end. Then, cut it into individual segments using a hacksaw or similar tool. Work slowly and carefully to avoid accidents. For this style of web shooter, you can either make the pipe segments completely encircle your arm or concentrate them in the area on the inside of your wrist. Be sure to cut an appropriate number of pieces to bring your preferred design to life. The exact number of pipe segments you cut will depend on the size of your wrist and the specific design you go with. Stand the pieces up on a sheet of scrap cardboard or newspaper. Shake your spray paint can a few times to make sure the paint is thoroughly mixed, then press and hold the button on the back while waving the nozzle over the PVC in smooth, slow strokes. Make as many passes as needed to completely coat the pieces. You could also paint your PVC pieces by hand using acrylic craft paint, though this will take quite a bit longer. Choose a metallic type of paint to give your web shooters a more realistic finish. The pipe segments need to be dry to the touch before you continue working with them. Otherwise, the paint may smudge or rub off on your hands, clothing, or other objects. Situate the freshly-painted pieces in a warm, dry place with good ventilation to speed up their dry time. While the PVC is drying, you can go ahead and begin putting together the other components for your web shooters. Cut a roll of soft Velcro into a strip just long enough to fit around your wrist. Make a second, slightly larger strap to go around the middle of your forearm. When you’re done, cut 2 small squares from a second roll of rough, adhesive Velcro, peel off their backs, and stick them onto the inside of one end of each wrist strap. Attaching the opposing Velcro pieces will allow you to fasten and unfasten your wrist straps quickly. Your wrist straps should be no further apart on your forearm than the length of your PVC segments. Snip what's left of your strip of rough Velcro into 1⁄2–1 in (1.3–2.5 cm) squares. Attach a square to the top and bottom of each pipe segment on the same side. All in all, you’ll need double the amount of Velcro squares as the number of pipe segments you cut. If you have 6 segments, for example, you’ll need a total of 12 squares of Velcro. Make sure you have enough Velcro to cut all of the squares you need, along with the wrist straps themselves. It may be a good idea to pick up a little extra just in case. All you have to do now is press the pipe segments into place around the Velcro straps. As mentioned, you can position them all the way around your wrist or group 3-4 together on the inside of your arm just over your palm. Once you’ve got all your web canisters locked and loaded, you’ll be ready for action! If you want to make a second web shooter prop for your other hand, simply double up on the amount of materials you buy and repeat the preceding steps. | Cut 3-8 5.7 cm (2.2 in) pieces of 1 in (2.5 cm) PVC pipe. Spray-paint the pipe segments silver. Allow the painted PVC to dry for 30-60 minutes. Fashion a pair of wrist straps out of Velcro. Stick 2 strips of adhesive Velcro to each of the PVC pieces you cut. Attach the PVC pieces to the Velcro all around the wrist straps. |
Framing your punch needle art right in the embroidery hoop is an easy way to frame your art. Then, you don't have to go to the trouble of buying a frame and making sure the fabric is stretched tight enough. If you don't like the embroidery hoop you used for the needle punching, you could paint it or buy a prettier frame. the fabric down onto the back. Start by putting a line of glue around the inside edge of your hoop and carefully press the fabric against it. Fold the weavers cloth down onto the back and glue it down. Wait a few minutes for the glue to dry. You can hang your mounted design on the wall or give it as a gift. | Frame your design in a hoop if you want to hang it on the wall. Hot glue |
College students are busy and will often neglect to buy essentials, especially if they're on a tight budget. Including toiletries in your care package will help make it practical as well as fun. Some items are universal: toothpaste, shampoo, tissues, and soap are items that any student will appreciate. Include some razors in your care package. If your child is a girl, include feminine hygiene products. If you child wears contact lenses, include some in your care package. Don't forget little things like hair ties and nail clippers. Cleaning spray and dusting cloth might not seem like the most exciting care package items, but buying cleaning supplies is the last thing on most college students' minds. They will appreciate knowing that even though they're not at home, you still want them to keep their room clean. Buy hypoallergenic cleaning supplies. Your child might have a roommate who is allergic to Lysol or other harsh chemicals. Throw in air freshener. Your college student probably washes their clothes less than you'd like. Air freshener like Febreeze can at least ensure they'll smell clean. Most college students live on a shoe-string budget and eating at the dining hall can get old. Grocery store gift cards will allow your child to buy healthy, nutritional foods. And because it's a gift card, you won't have to worry about them spending the money on other things. Find out which stores in your child's college town have the best deals. $25 might go much further at one grocery store than another. If you're industrious, you might include coupons for items you know your child likes, such as soda or frozen pizza. | Send them toiletries. Send them cleaning supplies. Buy grocery store gift cards. |
People have been making wine for thousands of years, and they've learned a few tricks along the way. Keep the following in mind as you make your own wine for the first time: Use very clean equipment to prevent bacteria from spoiling your wine. Keep your first ferment covered but allow for ventilation. Keep the secondary fermentation air-free. Keep all bottles full, to minimize oxygen in the bottle. Keep red wines in dark bottles so they don't lose their appearance. Make wines too dry instead of too sweet: you can add sugar later. Taste the wine at intervals to make sure the process is going well. Avoiding these common pitfalls can help ensure your success. Do not: Sell your wine, since this is illegal. Let vinegar flies come in contact with your wine. Use metal vessels. Use tools or containers made out of resinous wood, as they can spoil the wine's flavor. Try to speed up fermentation by turning up the temperature. Filter without a reason or too soon. Store your wine in unsterilized jars or bottles. Bottle your wine before it has finished fermenting. | Learn the tricks that lead to successful wine-making. Know what to avoid with home wine-making. |
Do not put any part of your hand over either end to avoid an accidental trigger. An EpiPen is a single-use device; once it is triggered it cannot be re-used. Avoid placing your finger over either end to avoid accidentally triggering the device. Pull off the blue activation cap (opposite end from the orange tip that holds the needle). Place the orange tip against the thigh and push firmly. There should be a click once the needle has entered the thigh. Hold for several seconds. Do not inject in any other place than the thigh. Accidental intravenous injections of adrenaline can lead to death. Remove the unit and massage the injection area for 10 seconds. Check the tip. The orange needle cover should automatically cover the injection needle once the EpiPen is removed from the thigh. When you give a person an EpiPen, it may cause them to feel panicked or paranoid, and can also cause their body to shake uncontrollably. This is NOT a seizure. The shaking will subside over the next few minutes or hours. Don't freak out; just try to be calm and reassuring. Your calm will help to settle the person. 20% of acute anaphylaxis episodes are quickly followed by another crisis, called biphasic anaphylaxis. Once you have administered or received the EpiPen, you should be seen by a doctor without delay. The second episode might be mild or severe. If not treated, it can lead to a fatality. The second crisis happens when patients seem to have recovered. It's important to go to the hospital even if you feel fine. | Hold the EpiPen firmly with your fist in the middle. Inject into the mid-outer-thigh. Remove the EpiPen. Prepare for possible side effects. Get to the emergency room immediately. |
Check out their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Myspace, or any other social networking site they may have. If unsure if they have one, search by name, ZIP code, school, or other identifying information you know. Check if their relationship status is "in a relationship." Be aware that their profile may be private and you might have to request that they add you in order to view it. This would mean potentially outing your interest. In addition to checking their profile, scan through their recent photos. Are there any photos of a couple or any hints that they may be seeing someone? The Internet has several search engines, like Pipl, dedicated to finding information about a given person. Make sure to cross-reference any information you find with other sources because results may not always be accurate. Learning about others online can be useful when you have a legitimate reason to know, but make sure you don't fall into the dangerous world of online stalking. Your friends may be able to find out and are not as likely to blab to your love interest or others. Try asking them, "Hey, do you know if such and such is in a relationship?" If you and your love interest have friends in common, you may want to trying asking them. However, note that if you do this, these friends might report back to the person that you've asked if they have a significant other. Thus, your guise of secrecy would be over. Asking friends that you both share could also be embarrassing or lead to uncomfortable situations. Think carefully about whether the risks are worth it. Although rumors aren't the best source, they can be useful in finding out some basic information about people. As with online information, cross-reference rumors. Is it just one person relaying the rumor or is it widespread? Be cautious about believing anything right away and without confirmation. | Check online. Use people search engines. Ask your friends. Consider rumors. |
Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. It's in the lower-left corner of the Start menu. A pop-up menu will appear. You'll find Restart in the pop-up menu. Do not stop holding down ⇧ Shift until instructed to do so. Once the screen turns blue, you can release the ⇧ Shift key. It's in the middle of the screen. You'll find this next to an icon that resembles a set of tools. It's in the middle of the screen. You'll find this at the bottom of the screen. Press the key that corresponds with the number to the left of the "Safe Mode with Networking" prompt (usually the 5 key) to do so. Your computer will restart into Safe Mode, after which point you're free to begin cleaning out the Registry. | Open Start . Click the "Power" icon . Hold down ⇧ Shift while clicking Restart. Release ⇧ Shift when the blue screen appears. Click Troubleshooting. Click Advanced Options. Click Startup Settings. Click Restart. Select the "Safe Mode with Networking" option. |
This blue-and-white "A" icon appears on your Dock, which is usually at the bottom of the screen. If you don't see it, click the Apple menu at the top-left corner and select App Store. Select a category from the panel on the left side of the App Store to look for certain types of apps, or type an app's name into the Search bar at the top-left corner to find something specific. Every app has its own details page, where you'll find a description, developer information, reviews, and screenshots. If the app is free, a blue button that says "GET" will appear on the details page. If the app costs money, a price will be on the button instead. Some apps will require a paid subscription to use certain features even though the download is free. If a free app has a subscription option, you can find out in advance by scrolling down to the "Subscriptions" section under "What's New." If you don't see this section, you won't need a subscription. It's near the top of the details page. The text on the button will change to "INSTALL." Depending on your security settings, you may be prompted to sign in with your Apple ID or confirm your password before the application downloads. Once the installation is finished, the app will be added to your Applications folder. | Open the App Store . Browse for an app. Click an app to read about it. Click the blue GET button. Click INSTALL. |
Stimming includes a variety of activities that stimulate the senses. (staring at turning wheels, making repeated noises, etc.). It allows autistic people to express themselves and feel good. Stimming helps prevent meltdowns, increases self-control, and enables better focus. Be wary of therapists who wish to end stimming, as this may harm your child. If your child stims in a harmful way, talk to a therapist about finding a substitute stim that fulfills the same need. You can also reach out to autistic people through #AskAnAutistic, as they may have had the same stim, and could offer advice on finding a good replacement. For example, a girl who bites herself when stressed could bite a chewy bracelet instead. Autistic children often experience intense, passionate interests in certain areas. These interests provide joy in their lives, and can be used as tools to develop new skills (e.g. library books about cats to encourage reading and study skills). Relating new information to the child's passions may help the child be interested and engaged in learning. For example, if your child struggles with social skills and loves dinosaurs, she may enjoy books about dinosaur friends. Autistic people don't always look at something or someone they are listening to, and may stim while listening. Thus, even if they look inattentive by non-autistic standards, they may be listening closely to every word you say. Overload is when a person becomes overwhelmed by sensory stimuli and experiences a meltdown or a shutdown. Both cases may involve crying, covering ears, panicked stimming, and avoidant behavior. Meltdowns may be characterized by screaming, crying, throwing oneself on the floor, etc. Unlike tantrums, meltdowns are caused by a build-up of stress, and the child feels a loss of control. Autistic people often feel bad about melting down afterwards. Shutdowns are characterized by withdrawal, distress, passivity, and loss of interest or ability to communicate. Occupational therapists can increase your child's tolerance to stimuli through sensory integration therapy. Some autistic children cannot tell you if their tummy hurts or if their ear aches. Other autistic children don't understand the sensations their body is telling them and may not realize that they are sick. Keep an eye on your child's behavior. If you sense something unusual in the child's health, ask them how they are feeling (as sometimes that prompts them to think hard and realize something as wrong), and call your GP immediately if you believe they are ill. Self-injurious stimming may signal a health issue. For example, a child might head-bang when they have tooth pain. | Understand stimming. Understand the importance of special interests. Expect different body language. Know the signs of sensory overload. Check up on the child's health with their GP regularly. |
If you’re not already connected on social media, make the first move and send him a friend request or hit “follow.” Most likely, he’ll follow you back automatically. This will ensure that he sees your posts. Plus, it makes it easier for him to contact you by commenting on your post or sending you a direct message. Don't follow all of his accounts at once. Start with the platform you use most, then space out the others over a few days. This makes it look like you’re just discovering his other pages. Include the highlights of your day so that he can see what an awesome catch you are. Post a mix of photos, updates, and events that you’re attending. This will show him that you’re involved in a lot of fun stuff, which may make him interested. For instance, post a pic with your friends, use a photo of you playing a sport, include a photo of your cat, or post a progress photo of a painting you’re working on. Selfies can make you feel great about yourself, so don't feel bad about taking them. However, posting too many selfies can make you seem narcissistic or bored. Instead, make sure most of your photos are showing you doing something. This will draw his eye to you instead of making him keep scrolling. If you’re really feeling your look, try taking a selfie from further away so people see what's going on around you. This tells people you’re doing something fun while also showing off your look. It's okay to sometimes post about negative events in your life when you need support or advice. However, posting long rants and frequent complaints is a turn off for a lot of people. You want your guy to see you as mostly positive and someone who enjoys life. For instance, it's okay to post something like, “I had a hard day today, but I’m grateful for my friends,” or “Really needing support right now because I lost my dog today.” However, avoid rants about people you hate or polarizing issues, as well as comments like, “Everything always goes wrong,” or “People really suck.” | Friend or follow his social media accounts to connect with him. Post about your interests and activities on social media. Include photos of you enjoying life but limit your selfies. Limit how often you post negative things on social media. |
The quality of your ingredients can affect the quality of your cheese sauce. Start with a sharp cheddar cheese, shredded or in a block. If the cheese comes in a block, use a grater to make 2 cups of shredded cheese. You can substitute cheddar cheese with other cheeses such as Gouda, or Swiss cheese. To spice up the basic sauce, add salsa, hot sauce, beer, or wine for a little extra flavor. In a saucepan over medium heat, slowly heat the butter for your cheese sauce. Keep an eye on the butter as it melts. You don't want the butter to brown or turn a dark, burnt color, as this will change the flavor of your sauce. Slowly add the flour to the butter, blending evenly with a whisk. Then, add flour and mix until flour is completely blended with butter. Allow the mixture to cook for several minutes, until it just begins to change color slightly. Be careful not to burn the mixture, as it will make your cheese sauce taste burnt. Slowly pour in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture gets thick. Try to avoid lumps in the mixture. Pouring the milk slowly and stirring constantly will help you avoid lumps. Add 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, or other spices such as dried rosemary or thyme. Get creative and amp up the flavor of your cheese sauce. Start with 1 teaspoon of your chosen spice. You can adjust the sauce to taste once you add in the cheese. Use caution when adding salt. Too much salt is difficult to remove, and many cheeses have a high salt content already. The sauce may also have salt in it already if you used salted butter. Removing the sauce from the heat before you add the shredded cheese will prevent the sauce from separating or curdling. Add the shredded cheese one handful at a time. Stir the sauce with a spoon and allow the cheese to melt each time before adding more cheese. The cheese sauce may harden as it cools, so serve it right away, drizzled over chips, on a baked potato, or over steamed vegetables. It should keep for up to three days. Don't reheat leftover sauce over high heat, or reboil it. This will cause it to become stringy or separate. Reheat any leftover sauce on low heat, stirring it constantly until it is ready to serve. | Gather your ingredients. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of flour. Add 3 cups of milk. Add 1 teaspoon spices. Remove the sauce from the heat. Stir in the shredded cheese. Serve immediately. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator. |
Place a privacy blanket over the patient. Loosen the top bedding at the end of the bed. Fold the bedspread to the foot of the bed and take it away by holding it at the center. Repeat with the blanket. Only put the bedrail down on the side you’re working on. Never step away from the bed at all when the side rail is down. If the blanket and bedspread are dirty, replace them with clean ones. Otherwise place them over a chair while you change the sheets. Support the person's head and neck as you remove the pillow. Gently rest the patient's head back down on the bed. Remove the dirty pillowcase by unrolling it away from you. Put the pillowcase in the laundry hamper. Change your gloves to a clean pair. Try saying, “I’m going to use my hands to gently support your head and neck as I remove the pillow now, so that I can put on a fresh pillowcase for you.” Put the clean pillowcase over your hand and arm so that you can grasp the center of the pillow with your covered hand. Unroll the clean pillowcase onto the pillow. Carefully lift the patient's head and neck and put the pillow with the clean pillowcase on it under their head. Put a clean flat sheet and a blanket over the patient. Secure the lower corners of the sheet with mitered corners. Move the occupant into a comfortable resting position and adjust the bedding as needed. If the bedspread and blanket were soiled, replace them with new, clean ones. If not, you can put the original ones back on. Dispose of your gloves and wash your hands. Try telling the patient, “The bed is all clean and changed now. Thank you for your patience!” Remove the dirty items by taking them to a laundry area. Keep them in a plastic bag or laundry bag if they can't be laundered immediately. | Remove the top bedding. Remove the dirty pillowcase. Put on a fresh pillowcase. Cover the patient. Replace the top blankets and finish up. |
If you are married to someone who holds a citizenship that you do not, then you might consider whether your spouse's country of citizenship grants you citizenship by marriage. This process involves applying for a resident permit that you would qualify for based on your marriage. You would also need to meet any residency requirements. If you believe that you can acquire a second citizenship through marriage, research the laws of your spouse's country of citizenship regarding citizenship by this route. The laws about the application process and amount of time involved to obtain citizenship will vary by country. For example, if you are married to a British citizen, you must meet certain requirements before you can apply to become a British citizen by marriage. You must be 18 years of age or older, of sound mind, of good character (e.g. you don't have a serious criminal record), you must meet English language requirements and show knowledge of life in the UK, you must have been granted indefinite permission to stay in the UK, and you must meet a residency requirement. Note that entering into a sham or fake marriage for the sole purpose of acquiring residency and (subsequent citizenship) of your spouse's country is considered fraud and is a serious criminal offense in most countries. Do not attempt to enter into a sham marriage for the purpose of becoming a dual citizen, as the legal consequences of this can be severe. Not all countries permit dual citizenship, and your spouse's country of citizenship may be one that requires you to renounce your previous citizenship. If that is the case, then you cannot become a dual citizen through marriage. | Consider your spouse's citizenship. Beware of the consequences of sham marriages. Confirm the laws regarding dual citizenship of both countries. |
Sponge application is most suitable for people with oily skin. When you have oily skin, applying BB Cream with your fingers can add further oil to the skin on your face. A brush is less forceful, so when you have oily skin, you may have difficulty spreading the BB Cream evenly when you use a brush. Lightly spritz the makeup sponge with a moisturizing facial mist before using it to apply your BB Cream. Using a sponge can throw the moisture levels of your skin off, so using a moisturizing facial mist can help prevent this. Spraying the sponge with a mist beforehand will also allow you to spread the cream more smoothly while keeping as much of the cream on your face as possible instead of losing it all in your sponge. Squeeze a puddle of BB Cream roughly 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) in diameter, or the size of a dime, onto the back of your hand. Strictly speaking, this is not essential. It will make it easier to dab the cream on in equal portions, however. Dip the tip of your middle finger into the puddle of BB Cream on the back of your hand. Dab the cream on your fingertip onto your face. Only apply it in dots: one in the middle of the forehead, one on the tip of the nose, one on your left cheek, one on your right cheek, and one on your chin. Even though you will be blending the BB Cream in using a makeup sponge, you should still dab the initial amount onto your skin using your fingers in order to control the amount better. The dots of BB Cream should be about equal in amount. Do not apply the cream in streaks or in large splotches. You should use the cream sparsely, apply a thin layer to avoid making your skin look too heavy or weighted down. Rub the BB Cream into your skin using firm, even, outward strokes. Apply enough pressure to make your skin “jiggle” or move slightly from the vibration. Start from the forehead and work your way out toward the sides of your forehead from the center. Focus on your nose and chin next. Finish by firmly rubbing the BB Cream on your cheeks into your skin using outward strokes. The area around your eye is more sensitive, so hard pressure can cause damage to the skin. Blend the BB Cream on in this area using a patting motion. You can either use your fingers or the sponge for this part. If you feel like you have less control over spread and pressure with the sponge, switch to your fingers. By using a gentle patting pressure near your eyes, you prevent the fine lines that may show up when the dragging, stroke motion strains the skin around your eye, which is especially sensitive. | Know when and why to use a sponge. Apply a facial mist to the sponge. Get a small amount on the back of your hand. Apply five dots to the forehead, nose, two cheeks, and chin. Smooth the BB Cream into your skin using the sponge. Lessen the pressure around your eye area. |
Once the child gets to be about 4-5 years old, you can set up pretend store or restaurant scenarios where you have to pay the child for goods and services. Exchange fake or real money with the child to give them a lesson about working to gain an income. For instance, you can set up a fake hamburger shop and have the child exchange play-dough hamburgers for money. Teach the child that they can't take things from the store unless they pay for them first. They’ll be able to comprehend this concept somewhere between the ages of 4-6. If the child wants something, explain how much money it costs and whether you can buy it or not. For instance, if the child picks up a candy bar you can say something like, “We have to pay for that candy bar if you want it. Do you know how much it costs?” You can also say, "Taking something from the store without paying is considered stealing and could get us in trouble!" Ask your child questions before you purchase something to get them thinking about how to save money, such as by asking, “That candy bar costs $0.50 less than this candy bar. Which one do you think we should get?” If the child wants more than one thing, give them a choice between things that have a similar monetary value. This will start to make them more conscious about the value of money and about how much things cost. It will also make them realize that money is limited and that sometimes they can't have everything. For instance, you can say something like, “You can get 2 pieces of candy that cost $5 or 1 toy that costs $5. You choose.” Set a list of goals that need to be completed around the house and give them a weekly or monthly allowance for completing the goals. Help the child think of things that they want to save for to help motivate them to complete their tasks. This will give help them understand the value of money and the importance of saving. If the child doesn't complete the chores, don't give them the allowance. Chores could include washing the dishes, walking the dog, taking out the garbage, cleaning the house, or helping siblings with homework. For instance, you can say “I know you’ve been saving up for that Xbox, great job. How much do you have so far?” If you're unsure of how much to give, consider giving them $1 per month for every year they've lived. So for example, if they are 9, give them $9 per month. | Play “store” with 4- to 5-year-old children to teach them about income. Teach 4- to 6-year-old children about paying for things. Give children choices based on price. Provide children with an allowance for finishing chores. |
After you have set your wine aside for one day, you should notice that the surface of the liquid has become bubbly and foamy, and bubbles have formed in the airlock. This means that the juice is starting to ferment into wine. To rack the wine, place the end of a siphon hose into your fermentation container about an inch from the bottom. Then suck the hose to start the siphoning process. The wine will start to move through the tube once you get it started. Place the other end of your tube in the other fermentation container, then seal the lid when all the wine has transferred. You will notice that some wine sediment has been left behind in the first fermentation container. After you notice the bubbles and foam, Rack Wine into another 1 gallon fermentation container to leave behind the sediment. Cap the container and let it sit for two months. After the three months have passed, repeat the process of racking the wine and place it in a new fermentation container. Cap the wine and leave it two months. After two months has gone by, rack the wine again for the third time. This time, leave the wine for a month or so. By six months of fermenting, the wine should look quite clear. After around six months, there should be no bubbles in the airlock and the wine should look clear. This means that the process of fermentation is over. Rack the wine one last time, but this time transfer the wine into several sanitized bottles. Fill the bottles to one inch below where the bottom of the cork will be. After you have poured the watermelon wine into bottles, soak corks in warm distilled water for 20 minutes. Then place the bottle into the hand corker. Put the cork into the opening of the bottle. Then in one fluid motion, insert the cork into the bottle using the corker. If in doubt of how to use the hand corker, read the instructions on your specific corker. Be sure to use corks that are 1 ¾ inch long. Now that your wine is corked, it is ready to be consumed! If you want a slightly more nuanced flavor, you can store the wine in a cool dark place for six months to a year. Otherwise, uncork a bottle on a warm summer night and drink it chilled or at room temperature. | Rack the wine and leave it for three months after fermentation begins. Rack the wine again after two months. Rack the wine a third time. Rack the wine into bottles. Cork the bottles. Store or enjoy the watermelon wine. |
Because parakeets are foragers and enjoy taking things apart with their beaks, your parakeet will appreciate taking things apart and finding a treat. An easy game to play with your parakeet is to wrap up a treat in paper and allow your bird to pull it apart. You can fold the paper or simply ball it up, either way your bird will enjoy finding the treat in the middle. Paper foraging games are particularly useful for training a young bird to play. Once your bird is older you may want to consider soft-wood foraging toys. Find something that is small enough to fit in your parakeet's claw and hand it to them. If it throws the object on the ground, pick it up and hand it to the bird again. Although you might find this a little repetitive, your bird is having a good time and is being better socialized. If your bird is not interested in playing fetch, do not worry. Try again another time or play a different game. In order to encourage the bird to continue playing the game, give it a treat and an encouraging remark like “Good job!” every time that it throws the object. Take your parakeet out of its cage and set it on the ground. Then, roll a small ball towards it. Your parakeet may follow the ball and attempt to grab it with its beak. However, the bird will not return the ball to you, so you may have to go retrieve it from them. Use a whiffle ball or something with notches big enough for your bird to grab with its beak. In order to encourage the bird to continue playing the game, give it a treat and a supportive remark like “Good job!” every time that it gets the ball. Place your parrot on your bed or floor and cover your head with a sheet or towel. Peek your head out of the sheet and call your bird's name. Then cover it and say your bird's name again. Your parakeet will begin following the sound of your voice and be excited every time you reappear. If your bird is comfortable with this, you can also put your bird under the sheet and play peek-a-boo that way. Just be careful not to let your parakeet stay under the sheets for too long and make sure they have enough air. Perch your bird on your finger and gently hold both of its feet. Carefully lift it above your head. As you raise it, the bird will begin flapping its wings. Let it flap its wings for a few moments and then bring it back down. Repeat this process as long as you want or until the bird gets tired of it. Before you play this game, make sure that any ceiling fans are off and that the space above you is open. Parakeets and other members of the parrot family naturally flap their wings when perched to exercise their wings. This game mimics this natural exercise. | Disguise treats. Fetch the ball. Play catch. Play peek-a-boo. Practice flying. |
Do some research and inform your children about the benefits of good health. You can talk about nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress reduction. Remind them that some “skinny” people may be unhealthy, while some with “bigger bodies” may have a healthy lifestyle. Health relates to lots of things outside of what one's body looks like. When talking about health, stress the importance of sleep, relaxation, and having healthy friendships. Moderation is the key to good health. Instead of labelling cookies, cake, and brownies as “bad”, encourage kids to moderate their intakes and feed overall balanced meals. If a child begins to fear food or associates food as “bad” or a “fat food”, it may either bring on more temptation or make a child rigid in his or her eating habits. Rigid views of food are often associated with eating disorders. Stress to children that exercise is a fun activity, not a way to lose weight. Exercise is a way to have fun and move one's body, and should be experienced in a positive light. Involve children in activities that the child wants to do, such as soccer, gymnastics, dance, skiing, running, or jumping on the trampoline. The more the child looks forward to the activity and enjoys it, the better the association is for enjoying exercise. Include nutritious food and healthy living as part of family life. Provide nutritious meals and snacks at home, and encourage all family members to engage in physical activity like team sports or exercise. Having the whole family participate makes the child feel less isolated and also encouraged healthy habits for all. Get in the habit of eating dinner together each night. It's a great opportunity to sit down, eat nutritious food, and communicate as a family. If your child is exhibiting signs of an eating disorder or body dysmorphia such as a preoccupation with weight, food restriction, talking about being fat or unattractive, or purging after meals, intervene. Reflect on and change any habits you have that may reinforce the behavior (like talking about your weight or problems with your body in front of your child). Promote positive self-esteem in your child and encourage your child to find healthy outlets for his or her emotions, like listening to music, going for a walk, or meditating. Eating disorders can affect both physical and emotional health, and it's important to seek medical and psychological care. Take your child to a therapist to discuss emotional problems, and also take your child to the pediatrician to monitor health. | Educate your kids about health. Avoid labelling foods as “good” or “bad”. Make physical activity fun. Integrate health into your family life. Monitor concerns regarding weight. |
Choose red, white or onion "sets" to plant. Available at your local nursery, these look like bare-root mini bulbs that come bound with twine or rubber bands. Any type of onion sets will make excellent green onions, and they all grow well in pots indoors. Green onions grow best in very rich soil, so choose a potting soil that has been enriched with compost - or mix in your own compost with standard potting soil. Fill the pot to within a few inches of the top. Water the soil to prepare it for planting. Be sure the pot you use drains well, so that the soil never gets waterlogged. Plant each onion 1 inch deep, pointing the root side down. Gently pat soil over the top. Space them 1 1/2 to 2 inches apart to allow them a little room to form roots without crowding each other. Water the onions and place the pot in your sunniest window. You can grow green onions indoors any time of year, as long as you maintain the correct conditions. The onions need full sun, so they should be placed in a window that receives light for most of the day. Be sure the temperature never drops below freezing. Keep the soil evenly moist. Water every few days, or when the soil seems to be getting dry. Don't overwater the onions, though - the soil should be moist, but never soggy. After a few weeks, the green tops will emerge and grow. Either pull the plants from the pots to use the whites and greens, or use a scissors to trim off the green tops and leave the bulb to continue growing. If you leave the bulb in the pot, you should get at least one more harvest before it stops producing. | Pick out onion sets to grow. Prepare a pot with rich potting soil. Plant the sets. Harvest the greens when they're 6 to 8 inches tall. |
Scoop enough ice into a 16 oz (500 ml) drinking glass to fill it roughly halfway. Consider using crushed ice or similarly small chunks of ice. They tend to work better and look better than large ice cubes. Pour 2 to 4 Tbsp (30 to 60 ml) of flavored beverage syrup into the glass of ice. You can use commercial or homemade syrup. If you prefer a milder flavor, add 2 Tbsp (30 ml) of syrup. For a stronger flavor, use 3 or 4 Tbsp (45 or 60 ml). When in doubt, start with a smaller amount and add more later. Flavors like vanilla, raspberry, peach, and hazelnut are popular, but you can use any flavored syrup you want. Commercial syrups come in a wide variety of flavors. You can even combine flavors. For example, mix equal parts raspberry syrup and almond syrup for a raspberry-almond blend. Combine equal parts banana syrup and Irish cream syrup to create a banana cream pie Italian soda. Create "tiger's blood" Italian soda by combining equal parts strawberry syrup and coconut syrup. Add the club soda to the glass, filling it to the top. Give the contents of the glass a quick stir with a spoon. Drink the Italian soda immediately, before the ice melts. Only stir the contents briefly. If you stir the drink too much, it could lose its carbonation. Taste the Italian soda. If you would prefer a stronger flavor, add a little more syrup and stir it again. Garnish the drink as desired. You can use slices of fruit, leaves of fresh mint, or whipped cream. | Fill a tall glass with ice. Add the syrup. Fill the glass with club soda. Enjoy. |
You may be preoccupied because you see your obsession as part of who you are. Instead, you need to focus on yourself. Mentally separate yourself from your obsession by considering what other areas of your life contribute to who you are. Think about tasks, roles, or jobs that reward you as much as your obsession. Is your obsession based on a fantasy or idealized version of a person or activity? You need to start seeing how the obsession has served or fulfilled you before you can begin to fulfill that need in other ways. For example, if you're currently in a romantic relationship but obsess over a co-worker who flirts with you, you might need to refocus your attention on making your relationship fun again. Become aware of yourself and your surroundings without judgement. To do this, tune in to each one of your senses while you also pay attention to your physical or emotional state. For example, notice if your body is tense, you feel fatigued, or you're content with your life. Even being mindful for small periods of time can help you become more aware of yourself. Mindfulness can help you to become more connected with yourself and others because it builds empathy and emotional intelligence. It can even stop you from negatively dwelling on things you can't control. Instead, you'll be able to regulate your fear or anxiety when you're stressed. Think about something else to take your mind off of your obsessive thoughts. Don't be hard on yourself if you find your mind wandering back to your obsession, simply acknowledge the thought and let is pass you by as you practice focusing on something else. To distract yourself, try reading a great book, chatting with a friend, or taking up a new volunteer position. You could also do something physical like taking a yoga class or cooking a complex meal. If you find that you're emotionally drained from constantly obsessing, you need to get in touch with your emotional needs. A good way to practice this is to write a letter to your obsession telling the obsession why it attracted you. Explain what part it's played in your life and the emotions your obsession makes you feel. Also, tell your obsession why it is has become worrisome or why it is causing you stress. Getting in touch with your emotional needs will help you to start meeting them, relying less on your obsession. You may be constantly obsessing. To stop these obsessive thoughts from interfering with your life, tell yourself that you'll only obsess at certain times of the day. Put it off for the moment and tell yourself you can obsess later. You might find that your mind relaxes enough to forget to obsess. For example, if you start to obsess over something when you're out with your friends, remind yourself to enjoy the moment and tell yourself you can always obsess when you get home. | Evaluate your needs, wants and goals. Practice mindfulness. Refocus your attention. Write a letter to your obsession. Put the obsessive thoughts on hold. |
If you’ve filled your pool to capacity, check the unit's user manual to find out the maximum amount of water it can hold. If your pool is not completely full, or if you can't find its maximum volume anywhere, you can calculate how much water it contains using the following formulas: For rectangular pools: width x length x depth x 7.48 US gal (28.3 l). For circular pools: π x radius² x depth x 7.48 US gal (28.3 l). For oval pools: π x ½ width x ½ length x depth x 7.48 US gal (28.3 l). For variable depth pools, find the unit's average depth using the formula shallow end depth x deep end depth ÷ 2. When doing your calculations, use this number in place of depth. For irregularly shaped pools, use the previous formulas to find the measurements of each individual section, then add them together to calculate the pool's volume. First, divide your pool's current PPM by the recommended PPM. Then, take the number behind the decimal point and multiply it by your pool's total volume. The remaining number shows how many gallons or liters of water you need to drain in order to properly dilute the pool. For example, if you have a 26,000 US gal (98,000 l) pool with a current PPM of 5,000 and a recommended PPM of 3,500, divide the former by the latter to get 1.43. Then, multiply .43 by the pool's volume to get 11,180 US gal (42,300 l) This is the amount of water you need to drain. You can do this by renting a pump for between $25 and $40 an hour or by purchasing a pump for anywhere between $100 and $1000, depending on the quality. Pumps are available from most pool supply and home improvement stores and typically come in 1 of the following forms: Submersible pumps, which sit completely inside the water and are usually more affordable than above-ground pumps. Above-ground pumps, which sit next to a pool and are usually faster and more powerful than submersible pumps. your pool. Hook your pump up to the pool by following the manufacturer's included instructions. Then, turn the pump on and drain the pool until you remove the amount of water necessary for proper dilution. In most cities, you cannot legally discharge pool water into a public area, so make sure to release the water into your yard or your house's sewer clean-out. So you can keep track of your drainage amounts, check your pump's user manual to see how much water it drains per minute. Your sewer clean-out is a small, circular hole covered by a miniature manhole cover. Look for it in the area immediately surrounding your house. | Find your pool’s overall volume. Calculate how much water you need to drain. Purchase or rent a pool drainage pump. Drain |
The MPQ (also called the McGill pain index), is a scale of rating pain developed at McGill University in Canada in 1971. It's a written questionnaire that allows people in pain to give their doctors a good idea of the quality and intensity of pain they're feeling / experiencing. Patients basically choose descriptive words from different categories that best describes their pain. The MPQ is a well-validated measure of pain with extensive clinical research backing up it's relative accuracy. People can rate their pain in sensory terms (sharp or stabbing, for examples) and choose affective terms (sickening or fearful, for examples), so a doctor or therapist can review 15 total selected descriptors. Each selected descriptor is rated on a 4-point scale that ranges from none to severe, so the type and intensity of the pain can be better understood by health professionals. The BPI is a questionnaire used to measure pain developed by the Pain Research Group of the WHO Collaborating Center for Symptom Evaluation in Cancer Care. The BPI comes in 2 formats: the short form, which is used for clinical trials; and the long form, which contains additional descriptive items that may be useful to a doctor in a clinical setting. The main purpose of the BPI questionnaire is to assess the severity of a person's pain and the impact it has on their daily functions. The BPI questionnaire is best for people with pain from chronic diseases, such as cancer, osteoarthritis or low back pain. The BPI can also be used to assess acute pain, such as postoperative pain or pain from accidents and sports injuries. The main areas of assessment for the BPI include: location of pain, severity of pain, impact of pain on daily activities and response of pain levels to medication. The ODI is a numbered index derived from the Oswestry Low Back Pain questionnaire developed in 1980 and used by health care professionals and researchers to quantify disability caused by low back pain. The questionnaire contains 10 topics concerning pain intensity, sexual function, social life, sleep quality and the abilities to lift, sit, walk, stand, travel and care for yourself. The ODI is a 100-point scale derived from the questionnaire and considered the "gold standard" for measuring disability and estimating quality of life in people with lumbar spinal pain. The severity scores from the questions (ranging from 0-5) are added up and multiplied by two to obtain the index, which ranges from 0-100. Zero is considered no disability, whereas 100 is the maximum disability possible. ODI scores between 0-20 indicate minimal disability, whereas scores between 81-100 indicate either extreme disability (bed-bound) or exaggeration. The questionnaire is more accurate for people with acute (sudden) low back pain than it is for those with chronic (long term) back pain. The TOPS is the longest and most comprehensive survey for patients with chronic pain. The survey is designed to measure quality of life and function for a variety of causes of pain. The TOPS actually contains items from the BPI and ODI questionnaires, as well as questions on coping styles, fear avoidance beliefs, potential substance abuse, satisfaction levels of treatment and demographic variables. The full TOPS contains 120 items and is about as thorough of a questionnaire that measures pain that you'll come across. TOPS gives quantitative information on pain symptoms, functional limitations, perceived disability, objective disability, treatment satisfaction, fear avoidance, passive coping, solicitous responses, work limitations and life control. Because of the time it takes to fill out the TOPS, it may not be appropriate for people in severe pain. | Use the McGill Pain Questionnaire (MPQ). Fill out the Brief Pain Inventory (BPI) questionnaire. Use the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) questionnaire for low back pain. Consider the Treatment Outcomes of Pain Survey (TOPS) instead. |
Replace self-criticism with self-compassion and say “sorry” to yourself for being judgmental or demeaning. This might sound like, “I'm sorry for beating myself up when I make mistakes. I am only human and all humans are imperfect in some way.” Do this every time you find yourself in a cycle of criticism or disapproval. Aim to accept and love yourself as you would a close friend. Instead of being hard on yourself when you make a mistake, caress your arm or shoulders as if to say “There, there, don't be sad.” You might even hug yourself if this feels comfortable, or notice when you need a hug and ask someone else to give you one. Regularly engage in activities that affirm your self-worth. Feeding yourself healthy foods, exercising, and going to bed early are all ways to remind yourself that you are good and worthy of nurturing. Self-care can be anything constructive that makes you feel good, such as soaking in a tub of bath salts, listening to your favorite album, coloring, going for a run, performing self-massage, or cuddling with your dog. You can even use your self-care routine to counter any negative talk you've had about yourself. For example, if you typically criticize your facial skin, spend extra time applying a face mask and caring for this part of you. Showing compassion for yourself means building relationships with positive, uplifting people who make you feel good about who you are. Identify those people in your life and set an intention to be with them more often. If you don't have many loved ones who are accepting of you, consider joining a support group or a club relating to a hobby or interest. | Forgive yourself for being human. Generate loving-kindness towards yourself. Adopt a self-care routine. Find others who lift you up. |
Look up collaging websites online and test a few of them out to see which ones you like. Look for sites that have simple editing features so you can easily change your photos and layouts. While many collage websites offer free services, you may pay a premium price for an account to save your work or order prints. Popular photo sites include PicMonkey, PhotoCollage, and Google Photos. Read the privacy statements on each website to make sure your photos are kept safe. Make sure your photos are kept private and will not be shared elsewhere on the site. Transfer your photos from your camera or your phone onto the web service. Select the photos you know you want to include in your collage, and then choose a few more in case you want to add them later. You can always choose whether or not you use the photos. Some websites can connect to your social media accounts or cloud storage sites so you can access photos at any time. Many websites make you choose a layout for your collage before you can drop your photos in. Pick the size and shape you want for your collage. Look at how the photo panels are laid out and choose the style that best fits with your images. Popular layouts include squares, Facebook cover photos, circles, and standard photo sizes. Many collage sites will allow you to add as many photos as you want to your collage, but they won't look as clear when you add more. If you want a simple, easy to follow collage, aim to use less than 5 photos. You can always change the size and shape later on, but it will make you lose your previous work unless you save it. Place your photos into the layout to get an idea of how they look next to one another. Try rearranging the photos once you have them all included in your layout to try out various options. When you’re happy with the layout, you can move on. Try to use photos in a similar color palette if you want the collage to look cohesive. Try a few different layouts and photos to see your options even if you like your initial layout. If there's space in between your photos, look for a background option where you can change the color. Use a neutral color, like white or black, if you don't want the background as noticeable. Otherwise, select a color similar to the color in your photos to help it blend in. Some collage editors allow you to completely remove the background so the edges of your photos are touching. Use graphic, illustrated backgrounds if you want to add some seasonal or festive flair to your collage. Use the Text Editor option and find a font that matches your style and to change its size. Make sure it's legible and easy to read against your photos. Type your label or message and place the text where you want it on your collage. For example, if the collage is of a vacation you took, you may label it with when and where you went. Once you’re finished, look for an export or save option at the top of the site page. This will let you send the collage to a social media account or save it directly to your computer. Type in a file name and save it in a location where you can find it easily, such as your desktop. Take the file to the photo department in a local convenience store to get physical copies of it. Some collage sites will save your work on their servers if you have an account so you can come back and make edits if you need to. | Search for free collage-editing websites. Upload your photos to the site. Choose a layout for your collage. Drag and drop the photos you want to include in your collage. Change the background if you want to add visual interest. Add text to your collage if you want to label it or leave a message. Export your collage. |
You can choose beans that you would use for an espresso, such as an Arabica or Robusta bean. An Arabica bean will be sweeter with hints of berries and a higher acidity. The Robusta has a stronger, nuttier taste and contains more caffeine than the Arabica. Check out local coffee beans for new and different kinds of Arabica or Robusta beans. Purchase a burr grinder that grinds the beans between two abrasive surfaces. This will result in more consistent and fine grounds. If your grounds are not consistent, this may lead to some going through the filter and into your ristretto. Chances are the grinder you already have is one with a blade that's for brewing a regular cup of coffee, so double check before you throw the beans in there. An espresso machine is necessary to make a ristretto so you’ll need to get one if you don't already have one. Ask a friend who has an espresso machine if you can come over and make them a new type of coffee if you don't have one. Most ristrettos are served in espresso cups, so make sure you have one handy! They’re usually about the size of a shot glass and are either glass or ceramic. Some espresso cups have handles and some don't, so choose whichever kind appeals to you most. | Choose your coffee beans. Acquire a high quality grinder with a burr. Locate an espresso machine. Choose an espresso cup. |
You can buy Styrofoam wig heads online, in well-stocked arts and crafts shops, wig shops, and in come beauty supply stores. You can find wig stands online and in wig shops or some beauty supply shops. It can be the tall kind that you put on your floor, or the shorter kind that you mount onto the table. If you don't have a wig stand, insert a dowel into a Christmas tree stand, and use that instead. You can also insert it into a bucket filled with rocks. If you need a tabletop DIY wig stand, you can use a paper towel holder instead. You may have to break off the outer stick that touches the outside of the paper towel, however. You can do this with polyester stuffing, paper towels, or even cotton pads. How much you pad it depends on how big your head is compared to the wig head. Most Styrofoam wig heads are small, so you may need to pad your mold a lot. If you choose to use paper towels or even pieces of paper, be sure to crush them and not fold them. This will make it easier to insert the pins later on. Slip the mold with the padding onto the wig head. It should be padded enough to feel firm when you touch it, without a lot of give. If you see any buckling, you will need to pad the mold out some more. Place the pins right along the edges of the mold, below the drawn hairline. It would be best if you use the simple, all-metal pins that look like nails. If you use the kind with round, plastic or glass beads on the ends, you will have a hard time fitting the netting for the wig cap. Once you do this, you are now ready to make a wig cap. You can also secure the head mold to the wig head with tape. Masking tape will work the best for this. If you cover up your drawn hairline, be sure to re-trace it. | Get a Styrofoam wig head. Place the wig head onto a wig stand. Pad the inside of your head mold so that it will fit the wig head. Slide the head mold onto the wig head, and add more padding if needed. Secure the head mold to the wig head with pins. |
Instruct everyone to close their eyes and bow their heads. Repeat these instructions while looking around, and continue past this point only when the majority of people have done as you have asked. Providing a certain degree of anonymity can relieve some of the pressure and make it easier for people to act—and to do so genuinely. Admitting that you are a sinner in need of salvation can be a vulnerable experience, and making such an admission in front of a large crowd can be so intimidating that a person might opt to avoid the experience altogether. This is especially true when you are working with teenagers, but it can also apply to groups of adults. On the other hand, if many people respond to the altar call, others may get swept up in the moment and respond without being truly ready for it at heart. Remember: the ultimate goal is to save souls, not to have an impressive-looking altar call. You want people to answer the call, but only if they are doing so for the right reason. State that anyone who is ready to give his or her life to Christ—or anyone who wants to learn more about doing so—should lift his or her head and make eye contact with you. Another option would be to ask those who are ready to raise their hands instead of their heads. Both options are fairly common and typically yield similar results Look around the entire room. Repeat the call at regular intervals. Acknowledge each person with whom you make eye contact. Most of the congregation will consist of people who have already accepted Christ and are not being spiritually prompted to respond to the current altar call. As you repeat the invitation to the altar, ask those who remain in their seats to take the time to reconnect with Christ and to pray for those who are accepting salvation for the first time. When you sense that everyone who is ready to answer the call has looked up, invite those individuals to the altar while instructing the rest of the congregation to continue in prayer with closed eyes and bowed heads. Greet those at the altar with a friendly expression and kind words. Reassure them that the step they are taking here and now is a positive, life-saving one. Introduce each person standing before you at the altar to a counselor. Once everyone has been taken care of, send the counselors and potential converts to private rooms for further discussion. While the counseling sessions commence, the rest of the congregation should be invited to join in song. Worship should typically continue until everyone has had a chance to complete the brief counseling session, but if someone needs an extensive amount of time, you may need to conclude the service before that individual finishes. | Ask everyone to bow their heads. Instruct those who want to answer the call to look up. Remain active in the process. Invite those who answered to the altar. Send each person away with a counselor. |
If you're incorporating interval training into your workout, it may be helpful (and more productive) to have a concrete goal in mind that you'd like to achieve. Your goal might be to run a certain distance without stopping, for example, or to run at a certain speed. If you're a marathon runner, interval training could help you meet a specific goal like finishing in a shorter period of time. Your goals should be specific and should address your aerobic performance (speed, distance, or both). Make sure your goals are realistic. If you've lived a highly sedentary lifestyle and suddenly start interval training, you won't be able to run a half marathon overnight. Setting unrealistic goals can discourage you and could potentially cause injury. Talk to a personal trainer if you're interested in setting a goal that works for you. While you're first starting out, try to limit your interval training to a manageable schedule. Start with only one or two sessions per week with at least three rest/recovery days between your workouts. After you've completed six weeks of training one to two days each week, you can begin to gradually increase the number of days you perform interval training. If you've designed a good interval training program for yourself, you should start to see conditioning and performance results in just a few weeks. Your heart rate will stay lower during both work and active-recovery intervals, at which point you can increase the workout intensity in safe, measurable increments. Once your heart rate remains consistently lower during high-intensity and recovery periods, you can increase the high-intensity workout ratio by 30 to 60 seconds and reduce the recovery ratio accordingly. As an example, if you were previously using a 3:1 ratio (three minutes of lower-intensity running to one minute of high-intensity running), you might change it to 2.5 minutes of lower-intensity running to 1.5 minutes of high-intensity running. Don't push yourself to increase the intensity of your intervals too hard or too fast, as this can cause injuries. As you continue your interval training and begin to increase the intensity and/or duration, it's important to remember to keep warming up and cooling down before and after each workout. Remember that a good warm up should last at least 10 minutes. Your cool down should last five to 15 minutes. Your cool down should also incorporate plenty of stretching. | Set a goal. Develop a workout schedule. Decide how often to increase intensity. Remember to warm up and cool down. |
Make sure to leave the sidewalks clear for the firefighters to do their work. If there are too many people clumped on the sidewalks, firefighters cannot get through. Be sure to listen for people in authority giving directions. Teachers or your bosses will likely be looking to take a head count, so they will want to get everyone in the same area, which is why it's important to stay quiet. If there really is a fire, the building could eventually collapse. You should move a safe distance away from the building. Generally, across the street is fine. Don't assume that because the fire alarm has stopped, you can re-enter the building. Wait until the firefighters or someone else in charge tells you it's fine to go back inside. Once you hear that, you can resume normal activities. | Clear the sidewalks. Move to a safe distance. Wait for the all-clear. |
Trapping rats is the safest way to get rid of them, and you can reuse traps as many times as you need to, so they're cost-efficient. You can use wooden rat-size snap traps, but the plastic versions are easier to set up, are less likely to misfire, and have a higher kill rate, so they're more humane. You can also try a wooden snap box trap, which is better for outside. It is similar to a snap trap but has built up walls around it. These traps prevent other larger animals from getting killed by the trap. Great bait options include peanut butter, raisin bread, bacon, and candy. Secure the food to the trigger so that it's hard to remove without triggering the trap. Some rats will be smart enough to pull off the treat without hitting the trigger, so make it as hard as possible to remove the food. Check the traps frequently to keep them baited. You need to use as many traps at one time as you can. Since one trap will likely only kill one rat at best, you need to use multiple traps if you want to eradicate your rat problem. Rats are smart, so the longer the rats have to observe how the traps work, the harder it will be to kill them. Keep pets and small children safe by placing traps in out-of-the-way locations, such as behind walls, inside holes created by the rats, and under appliances. Avoid placing them in hallways, inside apartments where pets or children live, or in the walking areas of basements. Try a box trap to avoid trapping larger pets, like cats or dogs. Notify residents that you will be setting rat traps. Tell them where they will be located so that they can monitor their children and pets. Look for spots that are a tight squeeze, such as between the wall and an appliance. Rats prefer to travel the same paths over and over, so look for their rat droppings or signs of a trail. Look for rat nests and feces. Place traps near these areas because the rats will frequent them. If you want to set a trap in the ceiling, it's okay to set them on top of panels. If there are no panels, you’ll have to go into the attic. Listen for scurrying and scratching, then place the traps nearby. Most traps should be near a wall or the side of a large appliance. Rats do not often run in open spaces. Set a schedule for yourself to periodically check the traps. You should plan to do so a few times each day while you’re trying to take control of the problem. Clear away dead rats and reset the trigger. If you leave dead rats in the traps for long, other rats will become cautious around the traps. | Use plastic snap traps designed for rats. Bait the traps. Use ten or more traps at a time. Place the traps in a secure location. Position traps so that rats must crawl over them. Check the traps often. |
Shake any tension in your arms and legs loose, roll your neck in circles, and scrunch up your face and release it. You can also loosen your jaw by yawning as widely as you can. Then, say each vowel sound and draw them out to relax your throat (for example, a becomes aaaaahhhhhh). Go through the consonants next, focusing on any that you struggle with. Finally, say a few tongue twisters, such as "Theophilus Thistler, the thistle sifter, in sifting a sieve of unsifted thistles, thrust three thousand thistles through the thick of his thumb." Breathe slowly, in through the nose and out through the mouth. Spend at least 5 minutes practicing exercises before you read, and set aside 10-15 minutes if you are preparing for an audition or job. Make sure that you pronounce each word fully and correctly. This can help you speak a little more slowly and your voice will sound clear. This can also help reduce the sound of some accents. For example, if you tend to drop the end of -ing words, slow down and make sure you say the whole word (fishin' vs. fishing). In day-to-day situations, you might speak more quickly than you realize. For news reporting, you will need to slow down the pace you speak at and carefully enunciate each word. However, if you speak too slowly, viewers might lose interest. Listen carefully to news reports and try to match the pace. Most reporters aim for a pace of around 150-170 words per minute. If you are nervous, you might find yourself speaking faster. Try taking a few deep breaths or meditating for a few minutes before a job if you are nervous. While there is no rule saying you can't have a strong accent as a reporter, most networks prefer their newscasters to speak with a neutral accent. Try repeating something the reporter says using the same accent and tone. If you have a regional accent, this can help you start to figure out how to move your mouth to sound more neutral. If you have a strong accent, it can take some time to learn how to speak differently. Keep practicing by imitating how reporters sound. It can be hard to strike the right balance of sounding upbeat without sounding hyper. A good rule of thumb is to pretend you're telling the news to a friend. You are probably excited to tell your friends news, but you try not to overwhelm them with too much energy. The goal is to sound upbeat and friendly, not like you had too much coffee before you started reading. Stick with the script the way it is written. It will probably sound more formal than you are used to sounding in your everyday conversation, but this is the tone people expect when they tune into the news. When you add comments after you report on a story, stick to the same tone. Using slang makes you sound less reliable. Stick to formal language. Words like "um," "like," and "uh" are common in everyday speech but they make reporters sound less confident. If you catch yourself about to use a filler word, take a pause instead. This can be difficult at first, but eventually it will become a habit. | Do verbal exercises to warm up your voice. Enunciate each word carefully. Slow down your pace. Use a neutral accent. Try for an energetic tone. Avoid slang and colloquialisms. Stay away from filler words. |
Each of the basic notes you just learned has an associated major scale to go along with it. Major scales are created while holding down that key and running through a series of other keys in a specific succession. Find the most common scales in a beginner's alto saxophone book online, and practice each one until you are able to play through them with clear, pure sound. Begin with the G Major scale, which is usually considered to be the easiest. Major scales are the most common beginner scales and will allow you to play notes in succession. Minor scales are created by playing a succession of keys, just like the major scales. However, the minor scales sound much lower, and they are trickier to play. Find the key charts for minor scale progressions online or in a beginner's book. Practice minor scales until you feel comfortable and familiar with the progressions and are able to play each note with a consistent pitch. Minor scales are very common in alto saxophone songs, including many jazz tunes. Knowing minor scales will help you improvise if you are interested in playing in a group later on. Find sheet music at a local music store or online and practice your favorite songs. If you don't know how to read sheet music, look for fingering charts that will guide you. Once you are familiar with your favorite songs, you can write your own or begin improvising with a group of other performers. You can begin playing beginner songs, and then progress into playing your favorite songs. | Learn major scales to add advanced notes to your repertoire. Practice minor scales to learn more challenging progressions. Learn your favorite alto saxophone songs. |
Being unashamedly who you are and letting your passions in life shine through is very impressive to people, even when they don't realize it. Everyone wants to live like they don't care what others think, so when they see someone actually doing that they are impressed. Take responsibility for your actions but also take on responsibility. Being the "adult" in the situation, ready to be in control and handle the consequences, is impressive to others. Tell people your polite but honest opinion. Be open about biases you may have and be willing to tell someone when you think something won't work (even if it's your own product). When you make a promise or assurance, keep it. Over-deliver on things that you promise if you can. You want to be someone that people view as very trustworthy. This is seem as a rare trait and is admired. Be someone who can turn a terrible situation into a useful lesson without batting an eye. Always keep calm in tough situations. Don't be a complainer: just quietly confront problems and move on. People like people who can handle situations without becoming overwhelmed. Be respectful to your peers and superiors, but most importantly be respectful to people who others might view as "below" you. A great man once said, "If you want to know what a man's like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals." That said, be kind to the poor, the homeless, your employees, etc. They're more your equals than you might like to admit. A humble nature is actually very impressive to most people. The commonly accepted idea that acting like you're the best gets you treated better doesn't really hold true in practice. People don't like a showoff and it's likely to earn you more rival than anything else. Be humble about your accomplishments and people will be truly impressed. | Live loud and proud. Take responsibility. Be honest. Be positive. Respect everyone. Be humble. |
In a large bowl or a bucket, create a solution of 1 gallon (3.78 liters) warm water, ¼ cup (2 ounces) of liquid dish detergent, and 1 cup (8 ounces) of bleach. Since bleach is an abrasive and potentially harmful substance, wear rubber gloves while making and using the cleaning solution. You may also want to wear old clothes, in case any bleach splashes on them. If you don't already have any of the cleaning supplies around the house, you can easily purchase all of them at your local grocery store. Place the dispenser into the liquid gently, still wearing your rubber gloves, so that you don't splash any of the bleach solution out onto yourself. You can let the dispenser soak for about 5–10 minutes so that the bleach and detergent mixture cleans the residue from the plastic. You can lightly shake the bucket or bowl holding the cleaning mixture so that it flows over the fabric softener dispenser and dislodges some of the gunk and grime stuck on the dispenser. When you do this, be careful not to splash any of the bleach solution out on your clothing or skin. You can agitate the bucket once or twice during the 5–10 minutes you’re soaking the dispenser. More than this is unnecessary. Once you’ve waited 10 minutes and pulled the dispenser out of the cleaning mixture (still wearing your rubber gloves), use a clean rag or cotton cloth to wipe the dispenser clean. Remove all residue of soap and fabric softener, and fully dry the dispenser with the cloth. If there are certain areas of the dispenser that you cannot fully wipe clean with the rag, find an old toothbrush. The toothbrush will allow you to scrub corners or other areas of the dispenser that are hard to reach. Now that you’ve removed and cleaned the dispenser, you can set it back in place in your washing machine. If the housing that the dispenser is set in also has a grimy buildup, you can clean this off by dipping your cloth in the soapy cleaning mixture and wiping the area down. | Create a cleaning solution. Submerge the fabric softener dispenser in the cleaning solution. Agitate the solution. Wipe the dispenser clean with a soft cloth. Re-install the fabric softener dispenser. |
In order to fight off the gummy, sticky stains, you'll need something that cuts grease. You can use store-bought products like Goo-Gone, Dr. Bronner's, or Simple Green, or you can make your own. For strong stains, use 1 cup vinegar mixed with 4 cups water. Let the vinegar solution sit on the stain for a few minutes before wiping. You can add 1-2 tablespoons of ammonia for even more powerful cleaning. For smaller, gentler stains, mix 3 tablespoons baking soda with 1 cup water. These surfaces are much more prone to staining and warping if you're not careful. Some cleaners can strip away sealants, coatings, and paints if you're not careful. Always read the label for suggested surfaces to clean with. When in doubt, dab a bit of cleaning solution on a small area and check back 10 minutes later. If it is not stained or warped, you should be good to go. Some cleaners to consider include: Murphy's Oil Soap Dr. Bronner's Barkeep's Friend Warm water and 1-2 tablespoons trisodium phosphate Depending on the stain you can use different abrasives to remove the stain, from gentle sponges on walls to blades on glass and hard plastic. Don't dig into the stain. Simply work at the edges, trying to lift it from the surface, to prevent scratching. For walls, use the rough side of a sponge, or another gentle scrubber. For unpainted metal, a toothbrush or other hearty brush will work wonders. For painted metal, you need to use a gentle towel or microfiber cloth. Use the sharp side of a razor blade to scrape away the gummy residue from glass and plastic. With the blade at a roughly 45-degree angle to the surface, scrape away the loosened nicotine residue. If you're working on glass, use a glass cleaner like Windex to remove the last little bits of residue and wipe the surface clean. Otherwise, a few drops of dish soap and warm water should be fine. For serious stains, repeat the process, letting your degreaser soak into the stain for an extra 5-6 minutes. If the same stain has been building up for years, leading to a yellow, brownish tint to your items, they may never return to their original color. You can make improvements with gentle scrubbing and cleaning, but it may be time to repaint the walls or get newer objects if you can't fight off the yellow tinge. | Spray the stain with a gentle degreaser. Test your cleaning supplies in an unseen area before using on wood, enamel, or paint. Use an abrasive sponge or brush to remove the stain. Wipe clean with soap and water. Know that long developing stains may not come off at all. |
For most cacti of desert origin, a good general soil mixture consists of two parts garden soil, two parts coarse sand, and one part peat. This mixture is meant to drain well, and not harden when it is dry. Use a clay pot as well--their heaviness helps keep bulkier cacti from tipping over; they also allow the soil to breathe, preventing the roots from rotting. Test the moisture level by pressing your finger into the top inch of the soil. If it is completely dry, water the cactus fully, allowing excess water to drain out the hole in the bottom of the pot Cacti need different amounts of water depending on whether they’re growing or dormant. During the growing season of March to September, water them, on average, once a month. During the dormant season of October to February, water only once per month at the most. Watering too much during the dormant season is the main cause of complications with cacti. Most cacti need lots of sun. In the summer, keep the cactus outdoors, being careful not to let it get too much rain. Start it in a shady area at first, gradually moving it into sunnier areas to avoid sunburn. In the winter, place the pot in a southern- or western- facing window, which have the best sun exposure. Cacti like cooler temperatures during their dormant period in the winter. But be careful to keep them out of the way of drafts--away from leaky windows and off the floor near doors. A healthy temperature range at night in the winter is 45 - 60 degrees Fahrenheit (7 - 16 degrees Celsius), so a basement or a room that gets less heat would be suitable storage areas during this period. Unless you have a cold-hardy cactus, be careful not to let the room temperature drop below freezing, since most cacti can't tolerate frost. You’ll know it's time to transplant your cactus to a larger pot when either it becomes too top-heavy for the pot to support it, or when it grows within one inch of the edge of the pot. Use a standard potting mixture consisting of two parts garden soil, two parts coarse sand, and one part peat. Replant the cactus at the same level in the soil as it was in the original pot. A common result of over-watering is root rot, which happens when roots sit for too long in poorly-drained, moist soil. Before repotting, gently brush away the soil from the roots after removing the old soil ball from the original pot. Inspect the root system, and cut away any soft black roots, or any dried-up roots that appear dead. Cut just up to the part of the root that is still living. You can avoid root rot by making sure the your pot has a hole in the bottom for drainage, and that it never sits in excess water that collects in a saucer underneath the pot. If the roots are damaged when you remove the cactus from its original pot, or if you needed to cut away dead roots, let the cactus sit for about ten days out of its soil. This will allow it time to form calluses around the damaged or cut areas. Place it on a piece of paper, out of the sun but away from cool temperatures. Cacti do best after repotting if you transplant them during the growing season (March to September). Most cacti should generally be repotted every one-to-two years. Most fertilizers are given a number rating that indicates how much nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium they contain (in the form: N-Ph.-Po.) An example of a low-nitrogen fertilizer appropriate for cacti is 10-30-20, where the Nitrogen content is rated at 10. Too much nitrogen gives the cactus a flabby texture that impedes its growth. Never fertilize a cactus during the dormant season (October to February). If the skin of your cactus is dusty or dirty, it may not be able to photosynthesize properly. Wash off this residue with a rag or sponge and a solution of with one drop of dish soap. Then rinse the plant under a faucet or with a soaked sponge. | Use an appropriate soil mixture. Water only when the soil is dry. Adjust watering according to the seasons. Provide enough sunlight. Monitor the room temperature. Repot your cactus according to its growth. Cut away dead roots. Don’t immediately repot damaged roots. Use a fertilizer low in nitrogen. Wash away dust and dirt. |
This is the main login page for Facebook. You should be logged in automatically. If you are not logged in automatically, use the username and password associated with your account to log in. Posts and comments can be found in your news feed, or on the wall of the person who posted them. To report an image or video, click on the image or video to enlarge it If you want to report a profile or group, click on the name or profile image of the profile or group you want to report. Use the following options to locate the Options button for the following content types: Posts: Click the button with the three dots above the post and to the right. Comments:. Hover over the comment and click the button with three dots to the right. Images: Click the image, and then click Options at the bottom-right of the image. Videos: Click the video to enlarge it, and then click the button with three dots below the video and to the right. Profiles: Click the persons profile or name, and then click the button with three dots in the upper-right corner of their cover photo. Groups: Click the name of the group and then click the button that says More below the group profile image. This option reads differently depending on the content you are reporting, but it's usually a variation of Give feedback and/or Report. Click the option that best describes the content you want to report. This sends your feedback to Facebook. Depending on the content you report, you may be asked to submit a report to Facebook. They don't ask this for all content, but they do use your feedback to improve their system. To report a privacy violation, use this form. To report a problem with a business or advertisement. use this form. | Open https://www.facebook.com in a web browser. Locate the post, comment, profile, picture, video, or ad that is a problem. Click … or Options. Click the option to "Give Feedback" or "Report". Select how the content goes against Facebook's Community Standards. Click Send. Follow the on-screen instructions. |
Once you've started taking antihistamines, talk to your doctor if your symptoms are severe or get worse. You should also call your doctor if you develop a nosebleed or other nasal symptoms. Tell your doctor if the symptoms don't lessen or go away. Common symptoms include: Dizziness Dry mouth Feeling irritable, jittery, or excited Changes in vision, including blurred vision Loss of appetite If you start having shortness of breath or trouble breathing, contact emergency services right away. You may be having an anaphylactic reaction. Antihistamines may help with abnormal movements in patients with Parkinson's. Diphenhydramine can sometimes be used since it blocks the neurotransmitters. This helps control abnormal movements associated with early stage Parkinson's or as a side effect of medication. Talk to your doctor about using antihistamines to help with your Parkinson's. Children are particularly prone to medication overdose. If you notice any of the following symptoms after giving your child antihistamines take them to an emergency room immediately. Signs of an antihistamine overdose include: Extreme drowsiness Confusion Agitation Muscle weakness Convulsions Hallucination | Call your doctor if you experience side effects after taking antihistamines. Ask your doctor about using antihistamines to manage Parkinson's. Get emergency medical attention if your child shows signs of an overdose. |
You should have at least two columns of numbers that will be representing your Input Y Range and your Input X Range. Input Y represents the dependent variable while Input X is your independent variable. If your version of Excel displays the ribbon, go to Data, find the Analysis section, hit Data Analysis, and choose Regression from the list of tools. If your version of Excel displays the traditional toolbar, go to Tools > Data Analysis and choose Regression from the list of tools. In the Regression Analysis box, click inside the Input Y Range box. Then, click and drag your cursor in the Input Y Range field to select all the numbers you want to analyze. You will see a formula that has been entered into the Input Y Range spot. Choose whether or not to display labels, residuals, residual plots, etc. by checking the desired boxes. You can either select a particular output range or send the data to a new workbook or worksheet. The summary of your regression output will appear where designated. | Enter the data into the spreadsheet that you are evaluating. Open the Regression Analysis tool. Define your Input Y Range. Repeat the previous step for the Input X Range. Modify your settings if desired. Designate where the output will appear. Click OK. |
The default language is English, but if this is not the language you want, select from the options which language you want to use. You can always change languages later on after you start using your iPad; you can also add languages to your keyboard later, once you’ve set up. From the list of countries and regions, tap which is your country and region. This will allow Apple to know what applications you are able to purchase and download. At this point, you’ll be asked to select a wireless network and then input a password if it is a secured network. This function allows your iPad to know where you are located. Just tap on the option you want. If you are not using an iPad connected to a 4G network, then this function uses the location of your wireless router. This feature is used by various applications to provide location-specific content, map features, and other location-related services. You can turn this off for specific applications later using your settings. You will be given options to “Set up as a new iPad” or to Restore your iPad from backup. If you are using a new iPad but have previously owned one, you can restore your previous iPad on the new device using the iCloud. Just select “Restore from backup.” If you have a new device and would like to set up your iPad from the beginning, select “Set up as new iPad.” | Choose a language. Choose a country and region. Connect to your Wi-Fi network. Choose whether to enable location services or not. Choose the setup mode. |
DeePa is a deep learning framework that explores parallelism in all parallelizable dimensions to accelerate the training process of convolutional neural networks.DeePa optimizes parallelism at the granularity of each individual layer in the network.We present an elimination-based algorithm that finds an optimal parallelism configuration for every layer.Our evaluation shows that DeePa achieves up to 6.5× speedup compared to state-of-the-art deep learning frameworks and reduces data transfers by up to 23×. | To the best of our knowledge, DeePa is the first deep learning framework that controls and optimizes the parallelism of CNNs in all parallelizable dimensions at the granularity of each layer. |
Let's take Steve Jobs. A really powerful guy. Eloquent, charming, rich as hell. Now imagine him at a meeting where he's slumped over, ignoring everyone, and just playing on his iPhone, face adorned with a slight scowl. Not exactly a guy you'd peg for having presence, huh? So even if you are the one in the room with the most presence, you gotta show it. So spread out. The room is yours. Feel free to spread out her legs. People who are more confident are more comfortable taking up a bit more room. Put your arms on the table. Lean forward a bit, into the person who's talking to show you're engaged. Nod when it's clear they're trying to get a not-so-crystal point across. Look them in the eye. Be there in mind, spirit, and body. If you've never thought about your walk before, it's time to start. In fact, it's time to experiment! Your mind takes cues from your body, so you may even feel the confidence ooze through you when you walk more confidently. Go on, try it! Walk back and forth across the room with your head held a bit above 90 degrees and your shoulders back. Walk at a moderate pace. How's it feel? Now walk back and forth across the room with your head down and your shoulders hunched over a bit. Walk slowly. At the end of your walk, hold that position. How do things feel different? A huge part in engaging with people, in showing them that you're listening because women hate being ignored and to show that you don't care, is eye contact. Plenty of nice guys don't get the girl because they can't look at her, plenty of salesmen don't make the sale because their sideways glances give them away, and plenty of people don't seem confident and put together because they're too afraid to make that connection. People see you regardless of whether or not you're looking at them, so why not look back? For the record, there's a huge difference between eye contact and staring. A good rule of thumb is to look at the person (and do blink!) while they're making a point. If you're responding, switch it up a little, or if the conversation is breezy or they're gesturing, give your eyeballs some literal wiggle room. Okay, so when it comes to presence, clothes don't make the man. That being said, having the right wardrobe is the first filter people put you through when they're taking you in. So while clothes won't give you presence, they'll get you through the door, where the presence is sitting in a bowl by the window. It's not about wearing brand names. It's not about suits and dresses. It's mostly about being put together and well-groomed. If you've showered, shaved, put on some deodorant, and dressed in decent clothes with the light on, you should be okay. | Show body language that's engaged. Walk tall. Make eye contact. Dress the part. |
Dry rubs add flavor to meat without ruining their tenderness, and are often sold as "seasoned salts" or "steak seasonings." You can also, however, make your own. Mix the following spices with 1/2 tablespoon salt and crushed black pepper, then massage the rub into both sides of the sirloin. Use equal parts of each spice, roughly 1-1/2 tablespoons, and don't be afraid to mix and match. Onion powder, paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder. Dried rosemary, thyme, and oregano, garlic powder. Cayenne, chili powder, paprika, Mexican oregano, garlic powder. Brown sugar, chili pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and ground coffee Wet marinades are only effective overnight, so don't make one at the last minute and expect a lot of taste changes. The acid in wet marinades (vinegar, lemon juice, etc.) breaks down some of the meat tissue, making the meat more tender. Too much acid, however, can ruin the texture and make a crispy grilled exterior impossible. Place the steaks in a bag with the marinade and leave them in the fridge overnight to get the best results. 1/3 cups of soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, plus 1-2 tablespoons garlic powder, dried basil, parsley, rosemary, and crushed black pepper. 1/3 cup red wine vinegar, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1 cup vegetable oil, 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2-3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon ground black pepper. There is a reason that most steakhouse steaks come with a pat of butter on top. Butter seeps into the cuts of the meat and elevates it into the perfect entree. You can try making compound butter with spices and herbs as well to get a extra flavor. To make compound butter, mix 6 tablespoons butter with herbs in a food processor, then freeze the mixture until it is time to put on your steak. You can also heat it on low on the stove top and brush the melted butter and herbs on the steak when it is done. 1 teaspoon thyme, sage, rosemary, chopped. 2-3 cloves minced garlic 1 teaspoon chili powder, cilantro, and cayenne pepper. Most steaks can stand by themselves as delicious meals, but a well-chosen topping can make them even better. Things to try on top include: Caramelized onions, peppers, or mushrooms. Fried onions. Blue cheese crumbles. Sour cream. | Rub a seasoning over the meat in place of salt and pepper. Soak the sirloin in a wet marinade to get moist, delicious flavor. Brush a pat of butter on top of the sirloin for steakhouse richness. Top your steak. |
Depending on how long you have before your party, try to refrigerate the juices, fruit punch, pink lemonade, and rum for as long as you can before mixing everything together. If your fridge won't fit everything, just get as much in there as you can. Chilling the ingredients beforehand is really helpful so that you won't have to use as much ice. Ice would dilute your drink and take up more room in the punch bowl. Vodka won't freeze solid no matter how long it's in the freezer for, so it's a great way to get it really cold before you have to add it to the punch. Even if you won't be making the punch for a few days, it's okay to leave it in there. Don't put the rum or the other liquids into the freezer, though. They might freeze solid or break open, which could make things really difficult when it comes time to mix the punch. Punch bowls are great, as are those large drink dispensers that let people pour their own drinks. If you don't have any of these available, find the largest glass or plastic bowls that you can, or grab a few pitchers and make do with what you have. Rinse them out or wipe them down ahead of time to clear away any dust that may have accumulated since the last time you used them. If you’re concerned about the drink being cool enough, you could always place the punch bowls on top of ice to help keep things chilled. That way the drink itself won't get diluted. This recipe makes about 2.5 gallons (9,500 mL) of jungle juice. If your punch bowl isn't large enough for that entire amount, split the liquids out evenly between however many containers you’ll need to use. Measure out 1 gallon (3,800 mL) of orange-flavored drink, 46 fluid ounces (1,400 mL) of fruit punch, 2 US quarts (1,900 mL) of pink lemonade, 2 US quarts (1,900 mL) of a pineapple and orange juice blend, 2 750 mL (25 fl oz) bottles of vodka, and 1 750 mL (25 fl oz) bottle of white rum. A great thing about jungle juice is that you can swap out ingredients for whatever you like the best. If you prefer cranberry juice or mango juice, use that instead! If you want lime-lemonade, switch it out. Whatever you do, the drink will be fruity and boozy. Use a long wooden spoon to gently stir everything together. It shouldn't take long, which makes this a nice, easy recipe to pull together quickly before a party starts. If you want, you could even add in some fresh fruit to the serving bowls. Sliced strawberries, diced apples, and fresh citrus are great options that complement the fruity vibe of the drink. Ladle the juice into cups for your friends to enjoy (or just let them serve themselves). Add ice to individual cups when needed, and have a good time celebrating. Make sure to drink safely, stay hydrated, and stay off the road if you’ve over-imbibed. There probably won't be any jungle juice leftover, but if there is, put it into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Give the mixture a quick stir before you drink it again, just in case any of the juices have settled to the bottom. | Refrigerate as many of the juices and other blends as you can. Put the vodka in the freezer to chill it before the party. Clean out containers that will be large enough to hold all the liquid. Pour all of the liquids into the serving bowl, dividing equally if needed. Stir all the ingredients together until they are fully combined. Enjoy the jungle juice and drink responsibly! |
Wearing shoes that match your skin tone can help create the illusion of longer legs. If you want to elongate your legs, opt for a pair of flats, sandals, or heels in your own skin tone. Pair them with shorts, a dress, or a skirt to create the appearance of long legs. You can elongate your look and flatter your petite figure by matching the color of your shoes and pants. Try pairing navy slip-on sneakers with a pair of cropped navy pants. You can also try wearing black oxfords with a black suit. Ankle boots are a perfect accessory for nearly any outfit. You can pair them with skirts and dresses as well as trousers and jeans. Avoid wearing tall boots, as these can make you look even shorter. Stick to one or two statement accessories to complement your shoes and outfit. This will ensure you don't overwhelm your figure. Try a statement necklace, a handbag that pops, or a pair of killer sunglasses. Or go for understated jewelry, like a simple necklace and coordinating ring. | Go for nude shoes. Wear shoes that are the same color as your pants. Wear ankle boots. Don’t overwhelm your look with accessories. |
In law school, a professor might call on you at random to discuss a case. There is no way to anticipate the questions your professor will ask. However, you can put yourself in the best position by thoroughly reading your assigned material and briefing cases. You might feel panic when called on. However, if you’ve done your reading, then you’ve put yourself in the best position to engage in a Socratic exchange. Take a deep breath and then smile. It's best to think of the Socratic questioning as a dialogue between you and your professor. Block out the other students listening in. The purpose of the Socratic method is to identify the contradictions and limitations in our own knowledge. For this reason, you need to be honest in your answers. Don't try to anticipate what you think the professor wants to hear. If you’re in law school, you should know the facts of the case and the court's holding. However, apart from the facts, there are rarely “right” or “wrong” answers. Try to get into the spirit of the questioning by understanding its purpose: not to find the right answer, but to understand what you truly think. You’ll handle some complicated material in class, so your answers to questions might not be “yes” or “no.” Try to answer as clearly and completely as possible so that your professor understands your point. At the same time, strive to be as brief as possible. There's no reason to give a long-winded answer if one isn't required. As you listen to a Socratic exchange, you are probably answering the questions yourself and struggling along with your classmate. Accordingly, there is no reason to be embarrassed if you are on the receiving end of Socratic questioning and have a deer-in-the-headlights look. You might reach a point where you can't resolve the contradictions in your thinking. At this point you are truly stumped. Feel free to admit that you don't know how to answer a question. Remember that the Socratic method is something you can use with yourself throughout your life. You should constantly interrogate what you think is true. | Prepare for class. Remain calm. Answer questions honestly. Be as clear as possible. Realize no one is judging you. Admit when you are stumped. |
A ritual release is a mental exercise that can help you forget a memory. To begin the exercise, transform a scene from the spoiler into a detailed mental snapshot. It could be an old-timey black-and-white photograph, or a more recent color printout. Either way, make sure the mental photograph is a three-dimensional object in your mind. Start by picturing the edges of the photo curling up and turning brown. Watch as the fire burns through the mental image until the entire photograph has finally turned to ash and crumbled away. A ritual release can also be conducted using another mental image in place of the imaginary photograph. For example, you could imagine the spoiler as a car sinking into a lake or as an ice cube slowly melting away in the sun. The memory of the spoiler may not disappear immediately. If so, repeat the mental exercise daily until the details begin to fade away. It may take about a month for the process to take hold. This mental exercise may not work for everyone since old memories are never completely erased. | Picture a part of the spoiler that you want to forget. Imagine that you have set the mental photograph on fire. Repeat the ritual regularly. |
Websites that consistently put out new and useful content will get visited much more often than sites that stagnate. Do your best to produce engaging content that brings the reader back for more. Stick to an update schedule so readers can get used to when new content will be available. The number one way to increase traffic to your site is to consistently create good, engaging, original content. This will drive more viewers your way, and help to retain the viewers you already have. Check with your host to see if this is allowed, because many free hosts do not support ad revenue going to you when you are using free services. Placing ads on your site can help you monetize it, but may also deter people from reading your content if the ads are too intrusive. Once you have a complete website and are adding content on a regular basis, you can start advertising your site. You can pay to have your site advertised on other websites through programs like Google AdSense, or you can promote your site on your own through social media such as Facebook or Twitter. your website. You can start by submitting your site to search engines. Search engines crawl the web, matching content on websites with users’ searches. To really start attracting large numbers of people to your site, you’ll want to submit it to all the major search engines. The process varies depending on the search engine, but almost all will require you to create a sitemap of your website first. For Google, you can choose to just submit your site's URL, or you can submit the entire sitemap for more optimized searches. For Yahoo! Bing, you can submit just the URL, or submit your sitemap in a variety of different ways. Sitemaps should be in the XML format. | Continue to create content. To generate a passive income, place advertising on your site. Market your site. Search engine-optimise (SEO) |
It's a dark-green app with a white "X" on it. It's at the top of the Excel window. On Mac, first click File in the upper-left corner, then click New from Template… in the drop-down menu. Type inventory list into the search bar at the top of the page, then press ↵ Enter. This will bring up a list of templates for inventory management. Click on the inventory list template that best suits your needs. Its preview page will open. Each inventory list template offers different features. If you don't like the template you've selected, press Esc to return to the templates page. It's to the right of the template's preview window. This may take a few seconds. Once the template is open, you can proceed. To change a pre-filled cell, double-click it, delete the number or word there, and enter your item's information. While your selected template may have slightly different options, every inventory list should include the following options: Item Number - An item's inventory (SKU) number. Item Name - An item's descriptive name. Item Cost - The cost of one item. Number in Stock - The number of an item. Net Value - The total value of an item's stock. To do so: Windows - Click File, click Save As, double-click This PC, click a save location on the left side of the window, type the document's name (e.g., "Inventory List") into the "File name" text box, and click Save. Mac - Click File, click Save As..., enter the document's name (e.g., "Inventory List") in the "Save As" field, select a save location by clicking the "Where" box and clicking a folder, and click Save. | Open Microsoft Excel. Click the search bar. Search for inventory list templates. Select a template. Click Create. Wait for your template to load. Enter your inventory information. Save your work. |
Whoever you’re engaged in discussion with, getting your point across will involve different tactics and techniques, depending on the situation. Evaluate who your audience is and what their expectations of you are before deciding what tactic will work the best. If you’re trying to prove a point to an authority figure, like a parent, your boss, or some other figure who has power over you, you’ll want to be sure to highlight how your point will make the situation better for everyone. How will the family, company, or group benefit from your proposed point? If you’re trying to prove a point to a child or a subordinate employee, it's important to explain the details and reasoning of your point without being condescending. Even if you’re “teaching a lesson,” don't talk down to the other person and your point will get across much better. No "because I said so" reasons. If you’re trying to prove a point to a partner, spouse, or even a very close friend, someone on equal footing, it's important to maintain an even keel and speak clearly. Don't mince words. If you’re talking to someone who knows you intimately, avoid the more public rhetoric you might use to talk to your boss. It's important to focus your points on solving a problem, not “winning an argument.” If your goal is to get a point across, make sure that it's something that needs to be heard for the benefit of the person hearing it, or the benefit of the group, not just because you want to make it. It's a lot easier to make points that are necessary and productive. Your point should help the other person, not bring them down. To figure out whether or not your points are productive points, imagine that someone else were going to give you the same piece of feedback or advice, or bring up the same idea. How would it feel? Would it give you something concrete to do or change? It would be one thing for a boss to say, "Our overhead's too high, so you're all going to have your hours cut. Sorry." Point made, but unproductive. Instead, try out something like this: "We're really struggling with overhead costs. To be able to keep you all on board and working as a team doing the great work you do, we're going to need to cut some of your hours slightly." The most important part of getting a point across is in figuring out what exactly your point is and why it's a valid point to bring up. Provable points are points that have good reasoning behind them. Even if it's an unpleasant truth, something the listener may not want to hear, you can be sure that it's a truth that needs to be heard. Obviously it's important for your child to work hard in school. But why? It's easier to get your child to study harder if it's focused on how your child will be happier with better grades and enjoy school better, as opposed to "because I say so" or "because your friend Jimmy studies hard." Tell the truth, as straight and as simple as possible. Tell your child that studying is an important part of growing up and learning to take care of yourself. You won't always be there to help them, and it's important for kids to learn as much as they can to grow up right. If you want a rock-solid point, anticipate all the possible holes in your argument and your point that the other person might make. Before you make your point, beat the other person to the punch by bringing up their rebuttal and debunking it before they get the chance. If you tell your child to study harder to grow up into a well-rounded adult, you might be likely to hear, "But I don't want to be a well-rounded adult, I want to play video games." It's understandable that lots of parents resort to the "because I said so" at this point, but use it as a teaching opportunity. State the anticipated argument out loud: "I know right now you just want to play video games all day. I did too when I was 7. But that'll change as you get older, and you'll need more skills." | Evaluate the situation. Make your points productive. Come up with some valid reasoning. Anticipate counter-arguments. |
Practice wearing a low heel that's no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) high. You can select either a slender or chunky heel as long as the shoes feel comfortable. Wear these frequently so you get used to wearing shoes with a slight heel. Once you feel confident wearing the short heel, switch to shoes with bigger heels. Begin to train your arches by wearing higher heels. Since you're still getting used to the height, choose wedges since they have a lot of support. This will help you keep your balance. If you'd like even more support, choose wedges that have an ankle strap in the front. Instead of going for the tallest stilettos you can find, try to pick a pair that's just a little taller than then wedges you just got used to wearing. Then wear the stilettos for a few days or until your feet get used to them. Even though you may be comfortable wearing kitten heels or wedges out of the house, practice wearing the stilettos at home since you won't be wearing them for long periods of time starting out. If you'd like to wear an even higher heel, look for a stiletto that has a 1 inch (2.5 cm) higher heel than the stilettos you just got used to wearing. Continue to train the arches of your feet and work your way up to higher stilettos. | Start with a kitten heel or short chunky heel. Switch to wedges with a 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) heel. Wear stilettos that have a 3 to 4 in (7.6 to 10.2 cm) heel. Move up to a higher stiletto heel. |
The best way to do this is by meditating and using breathing techniques. During meditation, the goal is to empty your mind of any thoughts and simply feel at peace. Breathing techniques are based on what works for an individual. Try breathing in as deeply as you can and then expelling all the air from your lungs and repeating the process. Listening to soothing music can act as a form of meditation. If you are feeling anxious, play music that will help to calm yourself down. Yoga can be an excellent form of meditation that combines both mental and physical exercise. Not getting enough sleep can aggravate your paranoia and make your symptoms worse. Because of this, it is important to make sure that you have a regular sleep schedule. Try to go to bed and get up around the same time each day. Don't drink caffeine before bed, as this can throw off your sleeping patterns. While you may dislike when others question your rationale governing your fears and anxieties, it is important for you to reflect upon the motivations that inspire your actions and interactions. Ask yourself, “why am I fearful, suspicious, or anxious?” Try justifying your fears--do they make sense to you? You should also think about how these negative thoughts are affecting your well-being. Eat well-balanced meals and exercise as often as possible. It is important to keep yourself healthy so that you can feel good about yourself. Put food into your body that will make you feel good. Avoid things like alcohol and tobacco that can have a negative impact on both your physical and mental states. Like eating healthy food to increase your positivity, it is also important to do activities that will inspire positive feelings. Do things that you love, whether that means taking time to garden each day, go to the movies, or even go dancing. Create a positive outlet for yourself by working on a project that you enjoy. As a person with PPD, you should constantly be supplying yourself with positive thoughts. One way that you can do this is by reading and watching material that has uplifting content. Inspirational books and movies that discuss people overcoming great odds, be it psychologically, emotionally, or physically, can give you the fodder for your own inspirational fire. | Reduce your stress levels. Keep your sleep routine normal. Ask yourself about the rationale behind your fears. Keep yourself healthy. Distract yourself with things that you love. Read and watch inspirational information. |
Turn on a faucet and dampen a paper towel very lightly. Avoid using a paper towel that is sopping wet. Flooding the Smoke Buddy with water won't help clean it, and you can get pieces of the towel stuck inside it. Baby wipes are okay to use, but avoid using alcohol-based products. Lower the paper towel through the container's open end. If you’re having trouble, use a small tool, such as a pencil, to guide the paper towel. Move the paper towel to clean off the inner portion of the plastic. Avoid attempting to clean the filter. Unfortunately, it's disposable, so the unit has to be replaced when it stops working. Drag the paper towel out of the Smoke Buddy. Use it again or get another towel to clean the outer portion. Wipe the towel over the plastic to remove any lingering debris. You can use a dry towel to absorb most of the moisture. Wipe down the Smoke Buddy's exterior, then use the pencil again to push the paper towel through the interior. Absorb as much moisture as you can, then let the Smoke Buddy sit in open air until you need it again. | Moisten a paper towel with clean water. Wipe the inside of the Smoke Buddy. Clean the outside with a moist towel. Dry off the Smoke Buddy in open air. |
Motivated by applications to unsupervised learning, we consider the problem of measuring mutual information.Recent analysis has shown that naive kNN estimators of mutual information have serious statistical limitations motivating more refined methods.In this paper we prove that serious statistical limitations are inherent to any measurement method.More specifically, we show that any distribution-free high-confidence lower bound on mutual information cannot be larger than where is the size of the data sample.We also analyze the Donsker-Varadhan lower bound on KL divergence in particular and show that, when simple statistical considerations are taken into account, this bound can never produce a high-confidence value larger than.While large high-confidence lower bounds are impossible, in practice one can use estimators without formal guarantees.We suggest expressing mutual information as a difference of entropies and using cross entropy as an entropy estimator. We observe that, although cross entropy is only an upper bound on entropy, cross-entropy estimates converge to the true cross entropy at the rate of. | We give a theoretical analysis of the measurement and optimization of mutual information. |
Flex your toes back towards your chest. Then, point them towards the ground. Repeat this exercise six to eight times for one set of foot stretches. Every once in awhile, say every half hour, you should perform this foot stretch. Every so often, you should do a simple toe stretch by pressing your toes to the ground and then raising them up to the ceiling. Complete five to eight repetitions. You can do the toe stretch after doing your foot stretch. Grab your knee and pull your leg up to your chest. Hold it for 15 seconds. Then, let it back down to the floor. Repeat the movement on your other side for one complete repetition. Complete 10 repetitions during your flight. Every once in awhile, you should press the balls of your feet to the ground. Press down to the floor to increase the circulation to your lower legs and feet. Roll your right ankle in a clock-wise direction. Then, roll it in a counter-clockwise direction. Once you have rolled it in each direction, you have completed one repetition. Complete six repetitions per foot. Engage your core and lift your legs off the ground. Try lifting them 6 inches off the ground. Hold them up for 30 seconds or as long possible. Relax, and place your feet back on the ground. Repeat this exercise six times. Whenever you see the seat belt sign go off, you should take the opportunity to walk up and down the aisles. Walk slowly to ensure safety. Take your time and just stretch your legs by walking up and down the aisles. Every 20 minutes, walk up and down the aisles for a couple minutes (this is another reason why it's a good idea to get an aisle seat). | Do foot stretches. Stretch your toes. Pull your knees to your chest. Press the balls of your feet to the ground periodically. Roll your ankles. Lift your legs. Walk up and down the aisle. |
Grilling is a great cooking method for lots of vegetables, and popular ones include onion, mushrooms, zucchini, eggplant, squash, asparagus, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, and corn. Wash and scrub your vegetables. Remove any stems, skins, or woody parts. Asparagus, mushrooms, corn, and small peppers can be left whole. Cut onions, zucchini, eggplant, and squash into 0.5-inch (1.25-cm) disks. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, lemon juice, herbs, and garlic. Place your vegetables into a sealable plastic bag or a glass bowl, and pour the marinade over the veggies. Stir to combine, or close the bag and shake the veggies around to coat them in the marinade. Set aside and let the vegetables marinate for at least an hour. When you're ready to cook your vegetables, heat your grill to medium. If you're using a charcoal grill, get the coals nice and hot, and then let them burn until you have a large base of embers. Once the grill is preheated, you can cook the veggies. Larger vegetables can be laid out directly on the grill. Make sure to spread them out so they aren't overlapping, and let the excess marinade drip off before placing them on the grill. Smaller vegetables can go on the grill in a basket, on skewers, or wrapped in foil. Thinner and less dense vegetables will take about three to five minutes to cook. Larger and denser vegetables will take about eight to ten minutes. Use tongs or a metal spatula to flip the vegetables halfway through cooking. Root vegetables like potatoes and carrots should be cooked in foil to prevent them from burning on the outside and not cooking on the inside. Using tongs or the spatula, remove the vegetables from the grill and place them on individual plates or a large serving platter. Season the veggies with additional herbs and spices before serving if desired. | Wash and cut your vegetables. Marinate the veggies. Heat the grill. Place the vegetables on the grill. Remove the veggies from the grill before serving. |
Ground beetles are a natural predator of slugs. You can purchase ground beetle larvae from a gardening store and distribute them through your garden in early spring. The larvae will feed, enter their pupae, and emerge as adult beetles in the summer.. Alternatively, you can encourage wild beetles to stay near your plants by providing dry refuges under stones, grass, or straw. This allows the beetles to hide from predators, making your garden an attractive home. Luckily, ground beetles can live almost everywhere that slugs can also live. The biggest natural predators for slugs are birds; ducks, chickens, robins, jays, and other common species all enjoy a slug meal. If you’re not too squeamish, you can pick out slugs and toss them to the wild birds in the morning; they will become conditioned to look for slugs in your area over time, and you won't have to ‘feed’ them for long. You can also let your chickens or ducks, if you have domesticated ones, eat the slugs from your garden on a daily basis. Keep a close eye on your chickens, as they may eat plants as well. Encourage birds to nest in your garden by providing hedges or dense shrubbery, bird feeders, and a bird bath. Toads love slugs, and will eat them and other pests from your plants if you give them a home in your garden. If you’re trying to attract wild toads, turn a pot or other container upside down against a rock to create a dark hiding place for the toads. Otherwise, you can look into purchasing wild toads to live in your garden and eat the slugs on a daily basis for you. You can also look into adding a small decorative pond for the toads and frogs to reside in. Do not keep fish in the pond, as these may eat the tadpoles. Nematodes are microscopic parasitic worms that live in soil. You can purchase nematode species specifically for killing slugs at your local gardening store. This can be extremely effective, but this is a double-edged sword. Once all the slugs are killed, their predators (and the nematodes) will leave the area or die out. If you do not reapply the nematodes every few weeks, a massive wave of slugs may invade and take over due to the lack of threats. The nematodes should come with directions. Typically, they are spread over the soil, then watered in. | Introduce ground beetles. Use birds to your advantage. Bring in some toads. Commit to nematodes if necessary. |
You will use flour, sugar, water and vinegar to make paper mache glue. You can adjust the recipe as needed to make more or less glue. The basic proportions are 3:1 for the flour:sugar mixture. Use one teaspoon of vinegar for every cup of flour you use. If you want a smoother paste, you can sift the flour before you make your paste. Pour your mixture in your saucepan and turn on the heat. Stir the mixture constantly until the mixture begins to thicken. Once your mixture starts to boil, you can turn off the heat. When the mixture has cooled, use it for any craft projects including paper mache. Once you have finished, keep any unused glue in a tightly-sealed container in the refrigerator. This glue will keep for 2 to 4 weeks in the refrigerator. | Gather your ingredients. Cook over medium heat. Let your glue cool before using it. |
Talk to your dentist about the products you’re planning to use to whiten your teeth. They may be able to determine whether or they’ll be effective for your particular discoloration or safe for use. If you have any small cracks in your teeth, your dentist may advise against using whitening products. The chemicals could irritate the tooth pulp if it's exposed. Whitening solutions can cause chemical burns on your gums which can make them appear white or cause them to be. This is usually harmless and clears up on its own, but you should still get it checked out to make sure there isn't heavy damage. In the meantime, stop using any products that caused this. The tissue should return to normal after a few days. A possible side effect of whitening your teeth is that they could become more sensitive. Some sensitivity is normal, but if your teeth become extremely sensitive to heat or cold, talk to your dentist to make sure your teeth aren't damaged. The dentist may advise you to stop using whitening products or suggest a different one. Follow their instructions. Some whitening products can cause pain and inflammation in your stomach if you swallow it. Mild discomfort can be a normal side effect, but if you experience severe pain or diarrhea or vomiting that lasts longer than 2 days, visit a doctor to make sure there isn't a serious problem. Stop using the product if you experience severe pain, vomiting, or diarrhea. | Check with your dentist before you whiten your teeth. Get medical care if your gums turn white or bleed. Talk to your dentist if your teeth become more sensitive. See a doctor if you experience severe stomach pain. |
The healthiest weight for you depends on a lot of factors, such as your age, height, activity level, and overall health. Before you set any weight goals for yourself or start working on losing weight, talk to your doctor. They can help you determine whether your current weight is healthy and, if not, how you can lose weight safely. Being overweight means you are more at risk of developing certain health problems, like diabetes or heart disease. However, being overweight doesn't necessarily mean that you’re not healthy. If your doctor says you could benefit from losing weight, ask them for advice about the best way to do it. They can help you choose the right foods, figure out how much you should be eating, and suggest ways to get the physical activity you need. Your doctor may refer you to a registered dietitian if you need more advice on diet and nutrition. You and your dietitian can come up with a diet plan that works best for you. If you’re not sure how to exercise safely, talk to a coach or PE instructor at your school. They can tell you what kinds of exercises will help you lose weight and give you instructions on how to do them correctly, so that you don't hurt yourself. You could also look into working with a personal trainer at a local gym who has experience working with kids or teens. If you’re struggling to lose weight even with good eating and exercise habits, there may be something else going on. Talk to your doctor about doing an exam or running tests to find out if you have a health problem that's making it hard for you to lose weight. If they discover a problem, they can help you treat it so that you can manage your weigh more easily. Common medical causes of weight gain include thyroid conditions, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), mental health conditions like anxiety or depression, and certain genetic disorders, like Cushing's syndrome. Certain medications, like corticosteroids, may also have weight gain as a side effect. Being unhappy with your weight can be very stressful. If you feel anxious, sad, or embarrassed about your weight, talk to someone you trust, like a family member, supportive friend, or school counselor. You can also talk to your doctor about how you are feeling. They can offer advice on how to cope with your feelings, or even refer you to a counselor or other mental health specialist who can help. | Work with your doctor to find a healthy weight for you. Develop a weight loss plan with a doctor or dietitian. Ask a coach or personal trainer about healthy exercise routines. Manage any health issues that might affect your weight. Reach out for support if you feel depressed or anxious about your weight. |
When feeling nauseous, sit still in a chair or sofa to prevent yourself from moving in any direction. Motions are detected by various parts of your body, including the inner ear, eyes, muscles, and joints. When these differing parts are not transmitting the same motions to the brain, or when they are not synced, you can start feeling nauseous. Some people find that hanging their head between their knees helps as well. Right after you eat, the food you just ate has not been digested yet. If you lie down before digestion happens, food from the stomach can enter your esophagus and give you a nauseous feeling. It can eventually lead to acid reflux and vomiting. After eating a meal, it is good habit to walk for 30 minutes to help digestion. Nausea can be caused by air quality factors, such as stuffiness or air irritants. Stuffiness can be caused by a poorly ventilated room where dust builds up, leading to blockage of the respiratory system through your nose, lungs, and throat. In addition, cooking smells may irritate you, causing nausea if the area is not properly ventilated. Cold, fresh air can be beneficial relief from these situations. Get outside quickly for fresh air. If you can't, a fan or air conditioning may have a similar effect. Also try opening a window or using a kitchen air vent when cooking to let the smells out. Deep breathing exercises along with peppermint aromatherapy helps reduce nausea and vomiting. Studies have shown that inhaling peppermint oil not only reduced the incidence and severity of nausea and vomiting, but also decreased anti-nausea medication use. You can purchase oils in many grocery, drug, and health stores. You can use the oils to: Sniff from the peppermint oil bottle or use a few drops on a cotton ball, place it in a cup, and inhale. Massage the oil around your abdominal area or chest so you can breathe it in. Mix the oil with water and add it to a spray bottle for home and car use. Add five to 10 drops into a bath before taking it. For those recovering from surgery-induced nausea, studies have shown that deep controlled breathing reduces the occurrence of nausea. To perform these techniques, find a quiet, comfortable place to sit. Take a normal breath followed by a deep breath. Breathe in slowly through your nose, allowing your chest and lower belly to rise as you fill your lungs. Let your abdomen expand fully. Now breathe out slowly through your mouth. You can also breathe out through your nose, if that feels more natural. Try using guided imagery with deep breathing. As you sit comfortably with your eyes closed, blend deep breathing with helpful imagery and perhaps a focus word or phrase that helps you relax. The image can be a vacation spot, a room at home, or some other safe or pleasant place. This can help some people block out nausea and the urge to vomit. For those patients who suffer from chemotherapy-induced nausea, studies have shown improvement from music therapy sessions. Music therapy involves specially trained health professionals, called music therapists, using music to help relieve symptoms. These professionals use different methods with each person, depending on that person's needs and abilities. This method can also lower heart rate and blood pressure, relieve stress, and give a sense of well-being. | Sit still. Avoid lying down after eating. Get fresh air. Try peppermint aromatherapy. Use breathing techniques. Undergo music therapy. |
You can create even zig-zag lines by moving your arm back and forth in a uniform way across the entire sheet of cake balls. For decorating the cake pops, you can either sprinkle chopped chunks or use a food processor to create finely chopped pieces. You can also use other nuts, like peanuts, as a substitute if walnuts are unavailable. To ensure a hard coating and for any toppings to appear more uniform, place the cake balls in the freezer or refrigerator for about an hour or two. | Drizzle additional melted chocolate on top. Sprinkle the walnuts on top. Chill the cake balls again. Finished. |
It's important to have a base to your fabric dog bed, otherwise it won't have clear boundaries and your pet might not understand the fabric bed is its place. Also, a regular base will provide a more comfortable resting place for your pet. Much like sleeping on a lumpy mattress can be uncomfortable for you, so too will it be for your pet. You might choose an old, over-sized cushion for the base of your dog bed. To prolong the life of the cushion, you may want to wrap it in a blanket, towel, curtain, and so on. Pillows can also work well, especially for smaller dogs. Much like cushions, you can extend the life of your pet pillow/fabric bed by covering it in a blanket, towel, curtain, and so on. Sewing together the fabric you are using for your dog bed can also help it maintain shape. You could also sew the cloth inside a larger piece of fabric, like a sheet. If you don't have any cushions or pillows to make the base of your fabric pet bed, you can always stuff a pillowcase with rags, old towels, and unwanted articles of clothing. You might consider making a pet "beanbag" bed. Place a large quantity of unwanted cloth items (towels, rags, shirts, etc.) in the center of an old, unwanted sheet. Tie the edges of the sheet together so it forms a beanbag. To prevent your fabric stuffing from falling out, you may want to stitch closed the opening of your pillowcase or sheet. You may want to add several layers of cloth to create an especially soft place for your pet to rest, but in many cases, your base may be enough for your pet. You may want to watch your dog as it gets used to the bed. If you notice the animal seems uncomfortable, you may need to add some more fabric to the bed. The fabric of your bed can easily get wrinkled or uncomfortably wadded up over the course of a night. Remember, many dogs have dreams of running, which causes their paws to twitch. This can sometimes cause the fabric of the dog bed to bunch up uncomfortably for your pet. You don't need to check your pet bed every day, especially if you've tucked the bed up tightly with a sheet/covering when making it. However, to keep the bed at the max comfort level for you dog, you may want to check it once a week, straightening and smoothing the fabric when necessary. | Choose your base. Create a makeshift base with a pillowcase, alternatively. Add fabric as you see fit. Arrange the fabric of the bed regularly. |
Rinse the fruit under cool, running water, scrubbing it gently with your fingers to remove any visible dirt or debris. Pat the fruit dry with a clean paper towel when finished. For small vine fruits, like berries or grapes, you could place the fruit in a colander and rinse it that way. Most tree and bush fruits need to be cut into slices roughly 1⁄8 to 1⁄4 inch (0.3 to 0.6 cm) thin, but many small vine fruits (berries and grapes) can be left whole. Grapes or berries with inner seeds might need be sliced in halves and de-seeded. You should also trim away any stems or leaves at this time. The fruit slices should be in an even, single layer and should not touch each other. If using a dehydrator, place the fruit on a dehydrator tray instead of using a parchment-lined cooking sheet. If rack drying outdoors, place the fruit on your drying rack instead of using a cooking sheet. | Wash the fruit. Cut larger fruit into into very thin slices. Lay fruit on a parchment covered cooking sheet. |
It may fall on you to begin a savings plan for college expenses, the first car, and helping to find that first job. Be actively involved in working out what is needed for the child's future, talking to the mother first and then including the child where appropriate. Smoking, excessive drinking, and recreational drugs have no place in a home with children in it. This may not be the politically correct position, but from the effects of secondhand smoke on young lungs, to the acceptance of illegal drugs as a "norm", these are not good behaviors to model for children. If you have problems with addiction to substances, seek help. If you must smoke, always smoke outdoors, away from the child. Accept the unique qualities of each team member, the limitations, even the eccentricities. There will be good times, even great times, but there will be conflict, disagreements, and letdowns. Patience, love, and a sympathetic view should help you through these challenges. You are the adult, no matter what the situation, you should remember that, and that problems may seem huge, but often will be forgotten in tomorrows rush, or laughed about next year. Be yourself. It is almost impossible to set up pretense of doing, being, enjoying, or acting in ways that are not you. You may impress your stepchild for a while, but the real you will emerge sooner or later. You chose to enter into a relationship with a woman with children, so you ultimately chose to be a role model and a parental figure to her child or children. It is a good idea to keep a good rapport with your stepchild's biological father, except in cases where he is not welcome in your stepchild's life. A large proportion of stepfathers are good friends with the biological fathers of their stepchildren––both men are acting in the best interest of the child and collaborate. If both men are reasonable, impasses are uncommon. Never pass up an opportunity to tell you stepchild that you love him or her. Sometimes always thinking about it would make you feel uneasy and unnatural around your child. Just treat him/her as you would your own child: if you love your spouse so much, why shouldn't you love her child? | Help plan the future of the stepchild. Be a good example to your stepchild. Remember, being a step-dad is a leadership role as part of a team. Try to forget that he/she is not your biological child. |
In mixed martial arts, "tackles" are generally called "takedowns," and are used to–you guessed it–take your opponent to the mat and fight on the ground. It's appropriate especially when you're fighting someone who is primarily strike-oriented, and you're more of a mat-wrestler, or think you have a better chance winning with your ground game. . The most common takedown in MMA is the double-leg takedown, in which you drive your shoulders into your opponent's hips, grabbing both legs behind the knees and pulling them in close to you. Many fighters will drive the opponent up into the air slightly after being taken off their feet, to make the impact on the ground more powerful. For added bonus points, cage fighters can drive their opponents into the cage first, using it as an ally. Wait for a flurry of punches to shoot down and take out the legs. Georges St. Pierre is particularly good at waiting until the opponent has dropped guard to strike and opened up to the double-leg. Freestyle wrestlers will also commonly use this move, but often somewhat lower than the MMA fighter. Technique-wise, a freestyle wrestler will often drop to their knees very quickly, shooting into the opponent's shins to pull them backward off their feet, whereas the MMA fighter needs to defend from strikes, which makes it more necessary to stay upright. In Judo, the double-leg takedown is called the morote-gare, and has been a legal maneuver since the early 80s. Find yourself having thrown an overhand haymaker and missed wildly? The good news is you've probably worked your way in close enough that you can grab on for a body lock. In a body lock, you'll basically wrap your opponent's waist in your arms, with your head next to their head. To take it to the mat, wrap your dominant striking leg behind your opponent's and rotate your shoulders to turn and bring him off his feet, into the mat. Be prepared to get a knee to the gut, or defend elbows. This isn't the most defensive-minded position, but if you execute it quickly enough, it can be a good way to get yourself out of a sticky situation, and cause a lot of damage. If your opponent is on his back in half-guard, the tackle pass is an excellent way of breaking it and getting back in control of the fight. To execute the maneuver, you basically want to roll your opponent over using the weight of your shoulders on his hips, using enough pressure to get one arm under his hip and butt area. Shoot that hand underneath and wrap up with your other hand, applying pressure and rolling him onto his back. They're not just for pro wrestling anymore. From a clinch or a double-overhook, a suplex can be an excellent and surprisingly legal way of taking your opponent to the mat. In the suplex, you'll wrap your opponent's torso, from either the front or the back, then twist them in the air and slam them to the mat. Easier said than done, and much more amenable to a weaker or smaller opponent, it's a common part of some MMA fighters offense, like Jon "Bones" Jones. Practice this in this gym before trying it. A lot. Done incorrectly, your opponent with land on your instead, and you'll end up with an angry dude sitting on your chest ready to pound your lights out. | Learn when tackles and takedowns are appropriate in a fight. Use the double-leg takedown against heavy strikers Use the body lock takedown if you miss a punch. Use the half-guard tackle pass. Go for a suplex. |
Once you've got all the hard copies of your health record, you should also scan them into digital/electronic copies. Having a digital copy of your medical records will protect you in the event that your paper copies are damaged or lost — this is of particular concern for people who live in areas that have high risk of flooding, tornadoes, earthquakes and other natural disasters. Most printers have the ability to scan documents, so no other equipment is typically required. Once you scan the hard copies into your computer, create a "Medical Records" folder and then a few subfolders for each medical provider. Drop the scanned files into the applicable folders. As an alternative, you can input the data from your hard copies into your computer by hand (by typing), but that's a lot more time consuming then scanning them. If you have word processing software you're familiar with, that's great, but realize that there's also software specifically designed to organize your personal medical records. You'll still have to scan the physical documents, but the special software will do virtually all of the organizing for you. The cost of new software typically ranges from $25 to $75, and may include some sort of online technical support as well. Search online for the software that best suits your budget and level of computer expertise. Some companies may offer free trials for limited periods of time. Regardless of how your files are organized on your computer, they should be backed up onto a physical CD, external hard drive or portable flash drive. Some healthcare providers, hospitals and insurance plans offer online records that you can access remotely. In other words, they place your medical records online (with your permission and on a secured database), so you can conveniently access them from your computer at home or even from your phone. If that's the case with your caregivers, then that might save you the time and hassle of scanning your hard copies. You may need special apps and/or programs in order to access and navigate your online health records. Ask your primary caregiver (or their staff) for recommendations. If you're worried about security of your personal information online, you can request that your caregiver/medical facility not store any of your files online. Another electronic option is to store your personal health records on a secure third-party Internet site (or on the "cloud") once you've scanned the documents into your computer. In fact, your health insurance plan, primary caregiver or hospital may have one that you can use for free. Alternatively, a number of internet-based companies offer digital storage space for your personal medical records online, as well as use of their eHealth tools — either for free or a fee. With your permission, personal health records stored online can be accessed by your family members and caregivers, which eliminates the need to carry your hard copies in a binder around. If you use any online tools, make sure they are password protected. Be sure to record the log-in information and passwords of any Internet sites that store your health records. | Scan your medical records into your computer. Buy software specifically for personal medical records. Check for online health records. Store your health records online. |
No matter how much you feel that you shouldn't have to get the "OK" from your guy to do something or make decisions, it would be best to at least talk to him about it and ask him first. Men want to feel that they are doing things because they want their partners to be happy, not because they feel forced to do them. Use non-verbals like "the lip" and "big eyes" to persuade your man when words aren't working. He loves to play the role of "knight in shining armor." While you may feel strong and independent without his help, allowing him to feel that he is taking care of you and protecting you will make him happy. Appreciate chivalrous gestures, like when he opens the door for you or lets you enter a room first. You will have an easier time getting your man to do something if you convince him that doing it is his idea in the first place. Use subtle clues that will gently push him to make the right decisions. If you want him to fix your car, and you're tired of asking him directly, say something like, "I saw a broken-down car on the interstate today. You know, it makes me feel paranoid about mine." You can also say, "I'm starting to think that I need a new car. How long will we have to save money for a down payment?" He's a lot more likely to fix your car because he's either a) motivated to protect you or b) concerned about spending too much money. Don't tell your friends (especially if he's standing right there) that you have him wrapped around your finger. Don't talk as though you can make him do anything or control him. The last thing your guy wants is to be emasculated in the eyes of your friends or family. Don't constantly talk about your ex or compare your current man to your ex. Also, don't date a new man if you're not really over your ex. Your new guy doesn't deserve to be blamed for someone else's actions or held to someone else's standard. Comparing him to your ex will make him feel like less of a man, so don't do it. | Partner with him to make decisions. Make your man feel big and strong. Let him take initiative. Respect his independence. Avoid dwelling on past relationships. |
Some herbs have been used to regulate periods for hundreds of years. Try them in tea and in liquid and pill form to shorten or lighten your period. Chasteberry. This herb acts by controlling elevated levels of prolactin, a hormone released by the pituitary gland to trigger ovulation or menstruation. Take a 20 mg dose one to three times a day. It's available in liquid, capsule and tablet form. Raspberry tea.Try drinking one to three cups of red raspberry tea a day to combat heavy menstrual bleeding and relieve painful menstrual cramps. Maca root. Your period cycle can change due to a hormonal imbalance. The Maca root regulate hormones produced by the pituitary and hypothalamus that, in turn, regulate the function of the ovaries. It's available as a powder or in capsules. Yarrow. Drink an herbal tincture of yarrow a week before your period. The herb acts as hemostatic, that is, it reduces bleeding by contracting tissues or blood vessels. To make a yarrow tincture, thoroughly wash clean, white yarrow flower heads and put them in a strainer to let the water drain off completely. Lightly pack the yarrow in a clean glass jar, leaving an inch or so of room at the top. Fill the jar with plain vodka, cap it tightly and store in a cool, dark cupboard. Shake once or twice daily. The tincture will be ready in six weeks, at which point you can strain out the yarrow. A regular exercise program can be beneficial in achieving a shorter and lighter menstruation. Exercise can strengthen the pelvic muscles and improve irregular menstruation. Exercise can also help to regulate menstrual cycles by reducing the amount of fat surrounding the ovaries and other internal organs. Some women who have taken to reusable menstrual products have reported shorter, lighter periods. These products include washable cloth pads, sea sponges and menstrual cups (which are inserted internally to catch menstrual blood). There are mixed reports as to whether having sex or masturbating during your period will reduce the duration of your period, but it will certainly make you feel better. Sexual activity while you are menstruating can help ease PMS. Women say that orgasms can ease their cramps and the orgasmic contractions of the uterus offer a soothing internal massage. Not only that, but natural painkillers and mood enhancers (endorphins) are released during orgasm, helping to soothe cramps, headaches, mild depression and irritability. Drinking plenty of water is always important in maintaining good health and that includes maintaining a regular monthly cycle. Drinking water may or may not shorten your period, but it could make it more comfortable. Dehydration will cause the body to create a hormone known as vasopressin that is known to cause cramps during menstruation. Teens and women close to menopause have low or changing progesterone levels that may cause heavy menstrual bleeding and cycles that change in length. This will correct itself with time. | Turn to herbs. Exercise. Consider reusable menstrual products. Have sex. Stay hydrated. Accept the natural changes in your cycle. |
Casually ask your parents when they will be going away, for how long, and where they will be going. You may not even have to ask these questions directly. Most likely, your parents will offer up the information to keep you in the loop of their schedule. If you need to, write down the information so you won't forget. If your parents are only going to be gone for an evening, like to dinner, and will be back in a few hours, you may not want to throw a party. The timing would be too rushed, and if your parents decided to come home early from dinner, you will not have time to clean up. If your parents are going away for the weekend or for an overnight trip, this is a perfect time to host a party. Pick the number of people you would like in your home for the party and try to stick it. Also, consider the size of your party space, like the living room, and only invite as many people as you can comfortably fit in that space. This will help minimize accidents like breaking furniture and will help keep the noise down. For example, if you want a small get-together, then consider only inviting 15-20 people to make the setting more intimate. If you want a large party for a large living space, consider increasing the list to 30 people and ask everyone to bring additional friends. Choose a single method to distribute the party information, or use a combination of methods. Just remember that you do not want other parents to find out you are hosting a party at your house, so choose a method you think will be the most discreet. For example, sending out a quick text message to your close friends or speaking with them in person is an easy way to inform a small or medium group of people for your party. Alternatively, you can create a private Facebook event online and invite large groups of people that way. Refrain from creating party flyers or paper invitations as these can easily wind up in the hands of a parent and ruin your plans. Include the date of the party, the time you want your guests to arrive, and your home address. You should also include an end time for the party if you need guests to be out of your house by a certain time. To avoid an unruly party with too many guests, state clearly on the invitations if your guests can bring people with them and, if so, how many. You can also note if you want your guests to bring snacks or drinks. Refrain from having your guests park in the driveway or on your front lawn, as this could easily lead to property damage that you will not be able to hide from your parents. As you invite people to your party, ask them to carpool. Also, consider asking your guests to park away from your house along an adjacent street or a nearby parking lot. This will keep your block clear of cars and reduce the amount of attention drawn to your house. | Find out when your parents are leaving and how long they will be gone. Create a list of people you would like to invite to your party. Send out discreet party invitations via text message, social media, or verbally. Make sure your invitations are very specific to avoid any problems. Ask your guests to carpool to reduce the number of vehicles at your house. |
Take some time in a quiet place simply to think about your feelings toward the person in question, and your interactions with them. Some questions to consider are: How long have you known this person? How frequently do you see or talk to them? Is the communication equitable? What is the level of intimacy shared (either physically or conversationally)? How would you characterize your time together? Do you both seem to enjoy being together? If you’re trying to determine whether someone is a friend or a crush, make a “Friend/Crush” list. If you’re figuring out whether someone is in love with you, make a “Like/Love” list. Like a Pro/Con list, record any specific behavior that would indicate how they feel about you. Having a visual aid way may give you more insight into how they feel. Sometimes our feelings toward someone can cloud our judgment in assessing their behavior. A friend can offer an honest, objective observation of the relationship, and will be less likely to allow personal feelings to affect their understanding. | Reflect on your relationship. Make a list. Ask a trusted friend for help. |
Decide what motivates you, makes you stand out from the crowd, and defines you as a fitness model. For instance, perhaps you’ve built your physique after having several children, or overcame a struggle through fitness. Your day job could help define your brand, too. Fitness magazines often use yoga instructors or personal trainers instead of standard fashion models. An instructor or trainer is more likely to execute a technique precisely while looking good for the camera. Once you've come up with your brand, you'll know which type of physique you need. To focus on competitions, for example, you'll need a more built, defined physique than mainstream magazine work. Knowing how to pose properly is just as important as your appearance, so it's a good idea to hire a modeling coach or take a modeling class. You could also look online and scour fitness magazines to learn how models pose. For example, you can watch videos of poses required by the National Gym Association. You can also search for images online or look for videos on YouTube. Practice different poses in front of the mirror to figure out what works best for your body. Set up Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat profiles and update them daily. Engage your followers by tracking your fitness journey, giving workout and meal prep tips, and sharing stories about what motivates you. Follow people in the industry, from models to photographers, to build a professional network and, hopefully, get discovered by a scout or sponsor. When you’re just starting out, creating a portfolio can be as simple as having a friend take snapshots of you in good natural lighting. A beginner's portfolio should include 6 to 12 shots, and try to get as close to professional quality as possible. Once you start booking gigs, include published shots in your portfolio. You don't have to start assembling your professional portfolio until after signing with an agent and booking gigs. However, you will need up to date photographs of yourself to send to agencies and magazines. Fitness models will need to include body shots. Women should wear a sports bra and shorts, and men should wear only shorts. | Figure out your brand. Learn how to pose. Get active on social media. Create a portfolio. |
Use half the amount of toothpaste as you did shampoo. If you want your monster snot to be more slimy, use even less toothpaste. You can use any type of toothpaste you want, but the one by Colegate seems to work the best. If the monster snot is too slimy for you, add some more toothpaste. If the snot is not slimy enough, add more shampoo. Remember to stir the snot well after whatever you decide to add to it—about a minute or so will do. Start with a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and a grape-sized amount of shampoo. | Squeeze out some opaque toothpaste. Adjust the consistency, if needed. |
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