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If you have never had a Social Security Number, you will need to apply for one. This process is the same for everyone over the age of 12. If you have immigrated to the United States and have become a citizen or are a permanent resident, you can qualify to receive a social security number. If you are a United States citizen over the age of 12 and you have never had a Social Security number, you are entitled to obtain one. You must submit your application in person. Find your local Social Security Office by visiting the Social Security Administration website or calling 1-800-772-1213. Be sure to check the hours for the office. They may have limited hours on certain days of the week. The Social Security Administration accepts only certain documents as proof of identity. An acceptable document must be current (not expired) and it must show your name, identifying information and preferably a recent photograph. Social Security will ask to see: A U.S. driver's license, A state-issued non-driver identification card, or A passport as proof of identity. Social Security will want to determine that you are either a citizen or that you are in the U.S. as an immigrant. If you are not a U.S. citizen, Social Security will ask to see your current U.S. immigration documents. Acceptable documents include: Form-551, Permanent Resident Card (green card, includes machine-readable immigrant visa with your unexpired foreign passport); I-94, Arrival/Departure Record, with your unexpired foreign passport; or I-766, Employment Authorization Card (EAD, work permit). The individual's birth certificate is the top choice for proving age. If a birth certificate exists, then you must submit it with the application. If a birth certificate does not exist, the Social Security Administration may be able to accept: Religious record made before the age of 5 showing the individual's date of birth U.S. hospital record of birth Passport Take the SS-5 form and all necessary documents to the proper Social Security office. Be sure to bring proof of identity, age, and citizenship or immigration status. Additionally, when you appear at the Social Security office to apply for a card, you will be required to go through an “interview.” This will establish that you have not been assigned another Social Security Number. Call your local office for information on the interview process. | Print and fill out the SS-5 form. Find your local Social Security Office. Bring proof of identity. Bring proof of citizenship or immigration status. Bring proof of age. Submit your application to the Social Security Office. Be ready for an interview. |
Before opening your own business, try working in an existing dry cleaning shop for a few months to a year. This will help you determine if the dry cleaning business is right for you, and can teach you valuable skills that you can bring to your own business. You may also learn a lot about what kind of equipment you will need, how much money you can expect to spend starting up your business, and how to interact better with customers. If working in a dry cleaning business isn't an option, do some thorough research. Read online to learn what it takes to run a dry cleaning business, borrow books from the library, and ask questions to people who work in the industry. Chances are you will have a difficult time starting up a dry cleaning business if you've never worked in that market before. Check census data to determine the population in your area. Use a phone book or search online to determine how many dry cleaning businesses exist in your community. You don't want to start a new business in an over-saturated market. You'll want to know in advance where you plan on opening your business, so you can factor in the cost of renting a storefront. You may also want to brand yourself as an alternative dry cleaning business that offers home delivery or uses environmentally sustainable cleaning methods. This may help you appeal to potential customers, and could fill a vacant niche in your community. If you choose to make your business a delivery service, you'll need reliable transportation, as well as reliable drivers. This also requires you to decide whether or not you will hire a staff, and how big your staff will be. Consider opening a "green" dry cleaning business. Many traditional dry cleaning businesses use harmful chemicals known as perchloroethylene. Green dry cleaners use healthy, environmentally-friendly chemicals like harvested carbon dioxide. This should be a formal declaration of your professional goals and your plans for attaining those goals. It will serve as a template for your business, and may be necessary to secure funding if you intend to take out a loan. Start with organization and management. This is a good place to begin your business plan, as it lays out your company's managerial structure, the professional qualifications for each member of your business, and your plans for maintaining ownership of the company. Next, describe your service in great detail, including any factors that separate your business from existing dry cleaning businesses. You should also incorporate a description of how your service works, and include any existing, pending, or predicted filings for copyrights or patents related to your business. Lay out your proposed marketing strategy, including how you plan to enter the market, how you plan on growing your business, what your channels of distribution might be, and how you plan on marketing your business to customers. Develop a sales strategy that includes your proposed sales force and your projected sales activities. Draft up a funding request, if necessary. This should include your business's current financial needs, projected financial requirements over a period of five years, how (specifically) you will use funding upon receipt of financial assistance, and strategic financial plans for the future. After you or an accountant has analyzed the market you intend to enter, you will need to draft up a financial projection. This includes historical financial information if you've been in business before, as well as projected financial data (anticipated earnings, losses, etc.) for the next five years. | Gain experience. Research the market. Decide on a location and model. Write a business plan. |
An obvious tactic is to avoid your co-worker if and when possible. Eat elsewhere if they take their lunch in the break-room. If they work in a cubicle by one restroom, use the other restroom. This method is not a cure-all, particularly for small offices. Even so, refuse to be entangled if you are forced to interact. If your co-worker asks you to do something outside of the office, politely decline. If they denigrate an office mate, excuse yourself and go back to work. They may eventually lose interest. As said before, a narcissist will react poorly to a direct challenge and may even turn the situation against you. Learn to assert yourself without provoking a reaction. If your co-worker makes an unreasonable demand, for example, say that you will think about their suggestion and consider if you can comply – that way, you have not committed yourself. If they try to dragoon you into an extra project, tell them that you would really like to help but are working against your own tight deadlines. Repeat yourself in a calm, controlled voice, the unspoken point being that you will not be bullied or intimidated. Some narcissists claim disproportionate credit in the workplace or even try to steal recognition, minimizing your input. Be prepared for this sort of behavior. Protect your ideas. Record the work that you are doing and do not freely share details with your co-worker. Keep copies of all your notes and documents. Save your work online or on your computer so that it is time-stamped. Keep records of your interactions, as well, saving emails or jotting them down in a notebook – e.g. ``Monday the 1st: came late to meeting and disparaged my report.`` At the same time, communicate with your boss. Check in regularly so that they will know what you are doing and how you are specifically contributing to the workplace. Keep a look out for signs that you are being undermined, as well. Cold behavior from your boss, hostility from formerly friendly colleagues, or any sudden change in normal behavior could signal that your co-worker is quietly sabotaging you. Bringing the problem to the attention of your boss could be risky. Some bosses would rather not be bothered with interpersonal problems or will see you as difficult, “not a team player.” They may also be under the spell of the narcissist's charm, or your co-worker might try to turn the complaint against you. Be professional, calm, and constructive if you decide on this route. If you can, frame the issue so that it is about the workplace rather than you individually and present it in positive rather than negative terms – e.g. “improving office morale” rather than “my control-freak co-worker.” Bring documentation that supports your version of events. Your boss will be more likely to believe you if you can produce proof and if they see your professional handling of the situation. Asking for a transfer to a different department is another option, as a last resort. | Avoid, avoid, avoid. Stand up without being confrontational. Protect yourself from sabotage. Talk to your superior. |
Explain that putting off homework and studying will do more than hurt their grades. The more they fall behind, the more likely they are to get stressed out and overwhelmed. Instead of cramming for a test the night before, they should study a little every day and get plenty of rest before the test. Suppose they’re assigned work on Tuesday that's due Friday. They should do the assignment sooner rather than later if they know they have a big presentation or test on Friday. It's easy to get caught up in daily assignments and lose track of the bigger picture. Recommend that they set aside 15 to 30 minutes per week to review their notes for each subject. That way, they’ll keep a bird's eye view on their courses. If they keep information fresh, they won't have to cram or stress about not having time to study right before a test. Let your student know that schoolwork is their priority. If they’re spread thin, they might need to take some time off from extracurricular activities and focus on academics. Mention that they could stick with an activity they’ve done for a long time, and take a break from one they picked up recently. Suggest that they ask themselves: ”How important is this club, sport, or activity? What value does it provide? Is it a hobby I’ve recently picked up, or something I’ve been committed to for a long time?” ”Do I have time to complete my homework? Have my grades suffered because I’m spread too thin?” ”Am I feeling stressed out? Have I been enough sleep, or am I always tired? Are there any other ways my physical or mental health has been affected?” | Stress the importance of studying every day. Recommend that they review their study materials weekly. Give advice about choosing extracurricular activities wisely. |
Mouth guards will help to even out the pressure across your jaw and create a physical barrier between your upper and lower teeth. They will also protect your teeth from further damage due to grinding or clenching. Mouth guards are usually made out of bendy rubber or plastic. Your dentist can make a mouthguard that fits your mouth. But the downside is it will be expensive. Alternatively, you can go to your local drug store and pick up a cheaper mouthguard. Keep in mind a generic mouth guard it likely won't fit your mouth as well as a custom guard. Your bedmate will also thank you if you get a mouth guard, as it will reduce grinding noises you make at night while sleeping. Also known as an occlusal splint or a bite plate, a mouth splint is made of harder plastic than a mouth guard. Your dentist can make a splint so it fits exactly over your upper or lower teeth. Mouth splints are no more effective than mouth guards. But they tend to last longer, several years at least, than mouth guards. A mouth splint will help to reduce grinding noises and will protect your teeth from premature wear due to grinding. But they are more expensive than mouth guards. These mouth pieces will reduce muscle activity in your jaw at night, but they will only control the condition, not cure it. Curing bruxism will likely require a combination of methods, such as stress therapy, medication, and the use of a mouth guard or a mouth splint. | Talk to your dentist about getting fit for a mouth guard. Ask your dentist about a mouth splint. Keep in mind a mouth guard and a mouth split will not cure your bruxism. |
Log-linear models models are widely used in machine learning, and in particular are ubiquitous in deep learning architectures in the form of the softmax.While exact inference and learning of these requires linear time, it can be done approximately in sub-linear time with strong concentrations guarantees.In this work, we present LSH Softmax, a method to perform sub-linear learning and inference of the softmax layer in the deep learning setting.Our method relies on the popular Locality-Sensitive Hashing to build a well-concentrated gradient estimator, using nearest neighbors and uniform samples.We also present an inference scheme in sub-linear time for LSH Softmax using the Gumbel distribution.On language modeling, we show that Recurrent Neural Networks trained with LSH Softmax perform on-par with computing the exact softmax while requiring sub-linear computations. | we present LSH Softmax, a softmax approximation layer for sub-linear learning and inference with strong theoretical guarantees; we showcase both its applicability and efficiency by evaluating on a real-world task: language modeling. |
Forgiving yourself doesn't mean that you excuse or pardon misbehavior on your part. It simply means that you take an honest look at your past, admit your transgressions, and keep moving forward without beating yourself up. To err is human, so forgive yourself and move forward. The first step in forgiveness is to recognize the wrong. Have you hurt someone else? Have you hurt yourself? Did you fail yourself? Correct the problem. Maybe it's something as simple as apologizing to the one you hurt (including yourself). Or maybe it involves changing your actions to show someone you've hurt how you recognize your part in their pain. When you start to beat yourself up, use Positive Emotion Refocusing Technique. For 45 seconds, close your eyes, breathe deeply, and imagine a peaceful place or someone you love. Tap into the positive emotions that surround you, and in your peaceful state, ask yourself what you can do to make yourself feel better. Use PERT techniques at the very moment that when negative thoughts begin. It will assist in changing your perception of your thoughts and will either stop or reduce negativity and stress. Unfortunately we live in a society where we constantly compare ourselves to others. We judge ourselves on how smart, pretty, thin, or successful we are in comparison to others. The first step is to notice how often it occurs and how you feel when that occurs. It often causes a great deal of pain for many. Remember, that comparisons put the focus on the wrong person--you can only control your actions, not anyone else's. You are too special to be compared to anyone else--your individual gifts and abilities are what make you unique and you. Thoughts are incredibly powerful. It only takes 30 seconds of thinking of a negative thought for it to become part of our subconscious. But you can train your brain to learn to control what you allow into your life. The easiest way to deal with negative thoughts is to simply ignore them. Meditation can often help you to train your mind to release negativity instead of holding onto it. Surround yourself with positivity in order to feel happier. Hang out with people who are optimistic and hopeful, and pick up hobbies that you enjoy. Dwelling on negativity only fuels unhappiness. Therefore it's important to train your brain to not only recognize the negative, but to also change it to a positive. For example, instead of saying, "I can't do this," say something like, "I can do this and I will do this." Instead of saying, "It's not my day," try saying instead, "I am in control of this day." Use writing to change your thoughts by creating a gratitude journal or writing a gratitude letter. | Be forgiving. Practice PERT. Stop rating yourself. Turn negatives to positives. Use positive self-talk. |
Use cotton, wool, or fleece long-sleeved clothing since these materials work the best at maintaining body heat. Find slim-fitting clothes for your underlayer if you don't want to look bulky. Two or three layers work fine depending on the temperature, but the more layers you wear, the warmer you’ll stay. The air between your layers of clothes holds heat and helps keep you warm. Use a pair of long underwear, or long johns, as your base layer. Many pairs are meant to dry quickly in case you get them wet with snow or slush. Flannel shirts are soft, thick, and stylish to wear while trying to stay warm. Find a knit or wool hat that fits over your ears to prevent any body heat from escaping through your head. For extra warmth, wear hats with a fur or synthetic fur lining. Keep hats on when you go outdoors, especially if the temperatures are below 32 °F (0 °C), so you don't get frostbite. If your scalp is cold, your core temperature will drop faster than it normally would. Tie your scarf so it doesn't come undone. Keep your mouth covered since the heat from your breath will help your face stay warm. It'll look a little funny, but wear a ski mask while playing outdoor sports or shoveling since a scarf might get in the way. Put on a coat lined with wool or down that's made for handling cold temperatures. Zip the coat all the way up to keep your core warm. The coat will protect you from the wind and elements whenever you’re outside. Wear a water-resistant coat if it's wet or you plan on playing or working in the snow. That way, your clothes won't stay wet while you’re outside. Wear gloves with a fleece or wool liner to keep your hands warm and to prevent them from drying out. If you plan on being active in the snow, find gloves made of a waterproof material so your hands don't get wet. If you want to be able to use your phone, make sure you get ones that work with a touchscreen. Mittens will keep your hands warmer, but you’ll have more limited dexterity. If you don't have gloves, keep your hands in your coat pockets as much as you can. and wool socks if you plan on going outside for a long time. Wool socks and insulated boots will help keep your feet warm and prevent them from getting wet from snow or slush. Boots also have thick, non-slip soles so you’re less likely to slip and fall. Leave your boots near a heat source in your home at night to let them dry for the next time you use them. Always bring a backup pair of shoes so you don't have to wear boots all day. Find socks that are moisture-wicking so they stay drier. If you have wet feet, you’ll get cold. | Layer your clothes. Wear a hat to keep in body heat. Wrap a scarf around your mouth and neck. Bundle up in a large coat when you go outside. Keep your hands warm with gloves. Wear boots |
The butterfly closure closes over the Apple Watch. To close it, fold one side over the other until you hear it click. The quick release button is on the inside of the bracelet. The links pull apart where the quick release button is at. While holding down the quick release button, gently pull the links apart to separate the bracelet into two pieces. Using the steps in method 1, remove the link bracelet. | Close the butterfly closure. Press and hold the quick release button. Pull the links apart. Remove the band. |
Meanwhile, place one of the interior racks into the center position of the oven. Note that you do not need to prepare a baking sheet for the corn. For this method, you'll need to place the ears of corn directly onto the oven rack. Do not cover the oven rack in aluminum foil, either. Quickly clean the outer husks by rinsing them beneath cool, running water. Use your fingers to scrub away any visible dirt or debris. Do not remove the husks from the ears of corn. If there are any silks hanging out of the ends or leaves peeling away from the sides, use clean kitchen scissors to trim them away. Arrange the ears of corn in a single layer directly on the center rack. Cook the corn until it becomes tender. If there's another oven rack above the center rack, you can let it remain in place as long as it does not come into contact with the corn. If it does, you should remove it completely or move it to a position beneath the center rack. Try to keep the corn in a single layer. If you need to stack it, you may need to increase the overall cooking time. You'll also need to make sure that the pile of corn does not touch the upper heating element of the oven. To check for doneness, gently squeeze the sides of the ear. It should be firm, yet soft enough to press through the husk. Remove the finished corn from the oven and let it cool for several minutes. When the husks are cool enough to touch, carefully peel them down from each ear. Consider holding the base of each ear with an oven mitt before peeling down the husks. Also note that the steam escaping from the corn will be very hot, so you should never point the ears directly at your face. You can wrap the husks around the base of each ear to serve as a handle or remove them completely. The choice is yours to make. Brush the corn on the cob with melted butter or olive oil, if desired, and consider seasoning it with salt, pepper, and chopped parsley to taste. Serve the finished corn on the cob while it's still hot. | Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (180 degrees Celsius). Rinse the corn. Cook the corn for 30 minutes. Peel down the husks. Enjoy. |
Availability of accurate data on the burden of the Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus can help to implement better strategies to curb this burden in Africa continent among people with acute respiratory tract infections.To date, data synthesis on the epidemiology of HRSV infection prevalence in the continent are lacking.We present here a summary of available data on the prevalence based on HRSV infection in people with ARTI in Africa.A comprehensive search of PubMed, Excerpta Medica Database, Africa Journals Online, and Global Index Medicus helped to identify all published data from January 1, 2000 and September 18, 2017 on the prevalence of HRSV infection in Africa.The search was limited in the last 18 years to have contemporaneous and relevant data.Table 1 presents the search strategy in PubMed.This search strategy was adapted to fit with other databases.Studies conducted exclusively on African populations living outside Africa, commentaries, editorials, case reports, case series, letters to editor, duplicates, studies lacking prevalence data on HRSV, and studies lacking full text even after request from authors were excluded.HRSV infection had to be diagnosed with polymerase chain reaction technique on respiratory samples.Titles and abstracts of all records were reviewed by two investigators and full texts of eligible records were assessed.Reference lists of eligible papers and relevant review articles were scanned to identify other eligible papers.Disagreements were solved through a discussion or by an arbitration of a third investigator.In total, 66 full texts including 67 studies were retained .Table 2 presents the risk of bias in each included study using an 8-item rating scale .Disagreements were solved through discussion and consensus.Extracted data from original studies included : first author name, year of publication, design, setting, sampling method, respiratory samples collection period, timing of data analysis, number of viruses screened, site of recruitment location, clinical presentation, number of patients screened, number of patients infected with HRSV, diagnostic techniques used, and proportion of male participants.We assigned a United Nations Statistics Division African region to each study regarding the country of recruitment .We considered two groups of clinical presentation: severe respiratory tract infection and benign respiratory tract infection.Using Google Global Positioning System, we assigned altitude, latitude and longitude according to the cities and country of recruitment .In the case of multi-cities, we considered the median.All these data are presented in Supplementary Table 3.These data are related to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in Influenza and Other Respiratory Viruses .The CSV database used for meta-analysis is online alongside with R codes used.Risk of bias in included studies using an 8-item rating scale .These items included: participation response rate more than 75% agree to participate or analysis to show whether respondents and non-respondents were similar for the sociodemographic characteristics; acute respiratory tract infection clearly defined; method of inclusion identical for all subjects; description of diagnostic technique; same type of sample collected for all patients; standardized method for sample collection; analysis performed according to relevant subgroups; and presentation of data sources.Each item was assigned a score of 1 or 0, and each score was summed across items to generate an overall study quality score.The total score was ranged from 0 to 8 with the overall score categorized as follows: 6–8: “low risk of bias”, 3–5: “moderate risk”, and 0–2: “high risk”. | Availability of accurate data on the burden of the Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus (HRSV) can help to implement better strategies to curb this burden in Africa continent among people with acute respiratory tract infections (ARTI). We summarize here available contemporaneous data published from January 1, 2000 to August 31, 2017 on the prevalence of HSRV infection among people with ARTI in the continent. |
Chipotle sauce can be made with any type of rich, creamy base. Choose the one that has your preferred flavor and consistency. If you have extra ingredients on hand, combining more than one creamy base will result in a sauce with a little more depth. Try one of following combinations: 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/2 cup mayonnaise for an extra-decadent sauce 1/2 cup yogurt and 1/2 cup sour cream for a lighter version of chipotle sauce 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup yogurt and 1/3 cup mayonnaise for the creamiest consistency Chipotle peppers are actually dried jalapeño peppers. The drying process lends them their classic smoky, spicy flavor. When you buy them canned in adobo sauce (look in the section of the grocery store that carries Mexican food products), they've been rehydrated to make them easier to blend. Depending on how you want your chipotle sauce to be, place one or two peppers in the food processor. If you know you can take the heat, don't be afraid to add a third pepper. Spoon in a tablespoon or two of the adobo sauce for extra smoky flavor. These two ingredients aren't strictly necessary, but they really enhance the flavor of the sauce. Drop the entire peeled garlic clove into the food processor. Cut a lime into quarters and squeeze the juice into the mix, too. You can substitute the juice of half a lemon for the lime juice. Try adding 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder if you don't have fresh garlic. Process the sauce until the chunks of pepper and garlic have blended with the creamy base to create a smooth, pourable puree. The red hue of the adobo liquid will give your sauce the classic reddish chipotle hue. Dip a spoon into the mixture and taste the sauce. It may already contain just enough salt and spice to suit your needs. If it still needs something extra, add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Replace the lid on your food processor and blend for another 15 seconds. Sour cream, mayonnaise and chipotle peppers in adobo all contain sodium, so you may not need extra spices. You can also squeeze in more lemon juice or add more garlic at this time. | Add your cream base of choice to a food processor or blender. Drop in one or two canned chipotle peppers. Add the garlic and lime juice. Puree the sauce until smooth. Season the sauce to taste. |
You can buy these over-the-counter at local pharmacies or drug stores. If you are unsure of which product is best, be sure to ask your pharmacist for a recommendation. Be sure to follow the instructions on the package and not to over-use them. Overuse of eyedrops can actually make your symptoms worse. Many people get cold sores when they are sick. While cold sores will heal on their own, medications like Viractin Gel or Zilactin Cream can help speed up the healing process. Start using the cream as soon as the symptoms are visible. In the meantime, use cover-up when necessary. Get two small freezer bags and put a couple of ice cubes in each one. Cover them with washcloths or towels and lay them on your eyes for 10 minutes. This will constrict the blood vessels and reduce the flow of fluid into soft tissues. Your makeup will look cakey if your skin is dehydrated. Try using loose mineral powder foundations and concealers with built-in moisturizers instead. This will hydrate your skin and make you appear healthier. Using light, shimmery shades in warm hues is best. Avoid using blue and purple colours as they only emphasize red, watery eyes. If your eyes are watery, the last thing you need is smudged eye makeup. This will only draw attention to your symptoms. Wearing a confident smile will make you look happy and healthy, even if you aren't feeling your best. | Use eye drops to relieve dry eyes and redness. Apply an over-the-counter cream to help heal cold sores. Reduce the puffiness of your eyes with ice cubes. Avoid applying too much makeup. Brighten your eyes with eyeshadow. Avoid wearing mascara or choose a waterproof version. Brush your teeth and smile a lot! |
. Shelties have long fur that will become matted if not properly cared for, so make sure that you set aside an hour or two to groom your sheltie's fur every week. To groom your sheltie, you will need a pin brush, metal comb, and grooming rake. Use the pin brush to go over your sheltie's back and sides. Try spritzing some leave in conditioner (for dogs) to help control static and reduce tangles as you brush. Use the metal comb to break up tangles and mats. You can sue the metal comb to help you break through any tangles or mats in your sheltie's fur. Just make sure that you go slowly if you encounter any tangles or you may hurt your dog. Use the grooming rake to go over your sheltie's undercoat. This area may easily become matted if not brushed regularly, so make sure that you give special attention to this area. . Checking and cleaning your sheltie's ears is an important part of your grooming routine. Your sheltie's ears may get dirty or waxy now and then, so it is up to you to keep them clean. To clean your sheltie's ears, wrap a small piece of damp cotton gauze around your index finger and use it to clean the inside of your sheltie's ears. Do not stick the gauze further into your sheltie's ear than your finger will fit and never use cotton swabs on your dogs ears. If you notice any bad smells, discharge, or wax buildup, then take your sheltie to see your veterinarian. . Your sheltie will need to have her nails trimmed when they start to get too long. If your sheltie is very active, then she may wear her nails down on her own, but most dogs need a trim every couple of months. Make sure that you use a guillotine style nail trimmer and trim only a little of the nail at a time. Otherwise, you may end up hitting the quick (a sensitive blood vessel inside of your dog's nail) and this can cause your sheltie a lot of pain. To avoid the quick, trim a tiny sliver of your sheltie's nail at a time and check the trimmed surface as you go. If you start to see a circle on top of the trimmed surface, stop cutting. The quick is near this circle. . Regular tooth brushing can also help to keep your sheltie in good health. To brush your sheltie's teeth, you will need to get a special dog toothbrush and toothpaste. Do not use human toothpaste because this will make your sheltie sick. | Groom your sheltie’s fur Clean and inspect your sheltie's ears regularly Trim your sheltie’s nails Clean your sheltie’s teeth |
When your baby is being fed with tubes, you might find it difficult to connect with her. Talk to your nurses about doing kangaroo care, which helps you bond with your baby. With this technique, you hold your unclothed baby (wearing a diaper) against your naked chest. One option is to wear a baggy button-down shirt. You then button the shirt up to the child's upper back so that the baby is inside your shirt and the heat is locked in. Alternatively, you can place a blanket on your baby's back so that the heat is trapped. Fathers and mothers should both do kangaroo care. Kangaroo care can stabilize your baby's heart rate, breathing, and oxygen saturation levels. The care also works to reduce crying and help your baby gain weight. Premature babies often have difficulty sucking, swallowing, and breathing correctly. This makes breastfeeding and bottle feeding complicated. You can, however, choose to pump your milk and have the doctors feed it to your baby via tubes. If you choose not to breastfeed, the hospital might, with your permission, use a donor's milk. There also are formulas available that are designed for premature babies. They have extra fat and protein to help preemies grow. There are also supplements that can be added to pumped breastmilk called human milk fortifier. Most babies born at 34 – 36 weeks gestation can use regular formula or a transitional formula. Some babies need to be fed through IVs. Others have a tube placed in their mouth or nose that goes to their stomachs. For the latter, some hospitals will allow you to participate in this process. The nurses will show you how to put the tube inside the baby and make sure the position is correct. They will instruct how to get your child to suck, which can benefit later breastfeeding or bottle feeding. They also will help you learn how to handle vomit. Babies born at 34 weeks or later gestation often can breastfeed or drink from a bottle. Oftentimes, breastfeeding is easier than bottle feeding for premature babies. Preemies can have difficulty stopping the milk flow from a bottle, which can lead to choking or breathing problems. While your baby is still receiving tube feedings, doctors will encourage you to try bottle feedings when your baby is ready. You will start once a day and gradually increase the number of bottle feedings. Your baby needs to learn how to feed and breathe simultaneously. To bottle feed your baby, do the following: Hold the baby in your arms. Cradle him in the crook of your right or left arm so that you are supporting his head. He should almost be sitting, not laying down. You do not want him to choke. Position his head so it is leaning forwards and in front of his body. It should not be twisted to the side. Keep his arms and hands forward and near the bottle. Place the bottle in his mouth. Try to help him suck the nipple. Do not force the bottle down his throat and never leave him propped up with the bottle alone. Pull the bottle out after every few sucks. This will reduce the chance of your baby becoming too tired. If his lips turn blue and his heart rate is too low, he is over-exerting himself. Do not rush your baby. Preemies need more time to feed as they are learning a new process at a younger than normal age. | Bond with your baby. Choose whether to express your milk. Learn how to do tube feedings. Bottle feed your baby. |
You may wish to pre-top the toasts prior to an event. Be sure not to overload each toast with too much topping. It is best to have a good bread to topping ratio. One to three items in a stack make a nice presentation. Try combining harder items with sticky items to keep the stack together without the use of a toothpick. For example, try a soft cheese or a hummus dip topped with an olive or tomato. You may also want to serve the toasts with a flavorful dip. Display the crackers nicely around the dip bowl or stack on a plate next to an individual portion of a dip. Pair a sweet melba toast with a sweet dip or with a neutral flavor such as brie cheese. Pair a savory melba toast with a savory dip, pate, or hummus. Larger pieces of melba toast make a perfect garnish for a serving of soup or salad in lieu of croutons. Though they are best when fresh, you can put your unused melba toasts in an airtight container and store for 3-4 days. | Display your toasts with toppings. Provide the melba toasts with a dip. Serve the melba toast with some soup or salad. Store any uneaten toasts. |
One of the biggest risks associated with low potassium is arrhythmia, or irregular heart beat. Older adults and those with preexisting heart disease are at higher risk for arrhythmia. If your doctor suspects you have severe low potassium, he may run tests to rule out other conditions, such as renal tubular acidosis, Cushing syndrome, and hypocalcemia, and confirm your diagnosis. Your doctor may run blood tests to check your electrolyte, glucose, magnesium, calcium, and phosphorous levels. If you are taking heart medication already, such as a digitalis meant to strengthen your heart, your doctor will wan to check your digoxin levels. Your doctor may also order an EKG to detect any irregularities in your heartbeat. If your doctor confirms you have severely low potassium, arrhythmia, or severe symptoms your doctor will likely give you potassium intravenously. The potassium will be administered very slowly, under the observation of a doctor, to make sure it does not affect your heart. IV therapy may be very irritating at the site of injection. You will take most potassium supplements orally in the form of either pills, liquids, or powders. Many multivitamins also contain potassium. Ensure that you follow the dosage your doctor has prescribed without going over or under the dosage. This will ensure consistently healthy potassium blood levels. Since it's possible for your diet to have too much potassium, you should consult your doctor before adding supplements to your daily regimen. This will likely entail some blood tests to determine how much additional potassium you actually need in your diet. Doctors commonly prescribe potassium supplements at the same time as another medication that can deplete potassium levels. If your doctor puts you on one of these medications, then she may suggest potassium supplements even if your current levels are within range. Your doctor will want to run follow-up tests, checking your potassium levels and checking that her prescribed treatment is working. The follow up will likely be two to three days following your initial treatment. | Talk to your doctor about potassium replacement therapy. Get IV potassium replacement therapy. Take potassium in pill or liquid form. Follow up with your doctor. |
This will be one of the primary ways that clients can find and learn about your skills. You don't have to spend a lot of money or be a tech expert to have a great website. You can use a website builder like Squarespace or WordPress. Be prepared to put in some time. You’re not going to build a great website in a day. Your website should introduce yourself, highlight your skills, and include samples of your work. Try to also include testimonials from previous clients. Spend some time looking at other freelancers' websites to get a sense for how great sites are structured. Potential clients will likely want to see samples of your work. Collect some of your best pieces and include them in a portfolio. Make a hard copy of your portfolio for in-person pitches. Build a digital version that you can email to prospective clients. If you’ve already worked as a writer, include some of your pieces that received great feedback. If you’re new to writing, you can write some sample pieces to place in your portfolio. Write about topics that fit the niche you have chosen. An elevator pitch is a brief (30-second) speech you can use to sell yourself. Come up with a few sentences that you can use to describe your work anytime you are networking. You want to keep it short and to the point to make sure your potential client gets the picture. Your pitch might be, “I’ve recently moved to freelance writing. My specialty is writing about traveling on a budget. I look for lodging and dining options that are excellent, but affordable and off the beaten path. I also love to point readers towards free attractions. Past clients have really loved my thorough research and unique point of view.” Look online to see if there are networking groups in your area. Typically, these groups will meet for a happy hour or breakfast meeting about once a month. Attend meetings to get to know other professionals in your area. You can join a group specific to writers to learn how other people find clients. You can also join a group of professionals from all fields and develop contacts that work for potential clients. There are numerous sites that help writers find contract work. Do a quick search for freelance writing jobs, and you’ll be off and running. Before you commit to taking a job, read some reviews from other writers that have contracted for that site. You might be asked to provide a resume and writing samples before you’re given a project. Some sites allow you to choose between lengthier assignments that take a few weeks and shorter projects that you can complete in a few hours. Make sure to ask whether you will be paid by the hour or by the assignment. Some popular sites include Upwork, FlexJobs, and Writers Market. You might prefer to work for established publications. If that's the case, you can reach out directly to editors at magazines and websites that pay for articles. For example, if you are a travel writer, you could reach out to a website like Jetsetter. Start by emailing the editor at your chosen publication. Use your written pitch and tell them why you’re a great fit for their publication. You can pitch a specific article idea or indicate that you are available for contract work on any assignment. A lot of employers use LinkedIn to look for potential hires. This makes it a great place to make contacts online. Create a profile that highlights your experience and skill set. Make sure to indicate your career goals and the type of projects you would like to work on. | Build a website to establish your online presence. Create a portfolio to showcase your work. Develop an “elevator pitch” to sell yourself in person. Join a networking group to make new contacts. Look for freelance work on a variety of websites to get immediate work. Send pitches to magazines and websites that fit your niche. Set up a LinkedIn profile to network online. |
Much like Windows, Linux has support for four-digit codes that call special symbols. To access the code input, place your cursor where you want the dash and press Ctrl+⇧ Shift+U. You will see an underlined “u” appear. Enter the code you need and the symbol will appear. To create an en dash, press 2013 and then press ↵ Enter. To create an em dash, press 2014 and then press ↵ Enter. If your keyboard doesn't have a dedicated Compose key, you can assign a key on your keyboard to become the ⎄ Compose key, which will allow you to quickly create symbols. You should pick a key that you don't typically use. To map the ⎄ Compose key, open your Settings in Linux, and then select Keyboard Layout. Click Options and then assign a key on your keyboard to be the ⎄ Compose key. To create an en dash, press ⎄ Compose and then --. To create an em dash, press ⎄ Compose and then --- | Use codes to create dashes. Use the Compose key. |
BV is often accompanied by a thin grey or white colored discharge. The discharge is often accompanied by an unpleasant odor, which can be described as "fish-like". The odor usually becomes worse after intercourse. Though BV does not normally cause pain, some women experience a burning sensation during urination. The outside of the vagina may become itchy, though the itchiness is normally mild. It can become worse if soap is use around the area. Some women with BV experience no obvious signs or symptoms at all. This is unfortunate as, if left untreated, BV can lead to more serious health issues down the line. | Look for unusual vaginal discharge. Look for an unpleasant odor. Look for a burning sensation while urinating. Look for itchiness. Understand that BV sometimes has no symptoms. |
Turtles are cold blooded reptiles and will not eat if the temperature is too cold. If you have an indoor box turtle, provide a warm area and a cool area. The cool area should be between 68 and 72 degrees Fahrenheit and the warm area should be 85 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. At night, the temperature can drop to between 60 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. For aquatic turtles, the water temperature should be about 78 degrees Fahrenheit. The basking area should be between 80 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. If your box turtle lives outside, the turtle will become too cold if the outside temperature drops below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. You may need to add a ceramic heater to your turtle's environment to get it to reach an adequate temperature. Check the temperature of your turtle environment using a thermometer and make adjustments if necessary. Your turtle also needs adequate light to have a healthy appetite. Aquatic turtles need both UVA and UVB light in their tank. Provide your turtle with 12 to 14 hours of light followed by 10 to 12 hours of darkness. Box turtles need light for at least 12 hours every day. This can be direct sunlight or a combination of a UVB bulb and an incandescent bulb. If your turtle is getting less than 12 hours of a light a day, it will probably stop eating. If you have an outside box turtle, you will need to adjust the light source with the seasons. For example, you may use more artificial lighting in the fall and winter as the days are shorter and nay not need any artificial lighting in the summer. If your turtle is not eating and you have checked the environment, your turtle may be suffering from an illness. Stress, and illnesses such as vitamin A deficiency,, constipation, respiratory infection, eye problems, or pregnancy. If your turtle is not eating, look for other symptoms to decide if your turtle is sick and needs to see a veterinarian. If your turtle has white, patchy discoloration on its shell and refuses to eat, your turtle may be suffering from vitamin A deficiency. Vitamin A deficiency is linked to respiratory infections in turtles as well. Other symptoms of a respiratory infection include wheezing, trouble breathing, sneezing, runny nose, swollen eyes, and a lack of energy. If your turtle has stopped eating and stopped going to the bathroom, your turtle may be constipated. If your turtle is having eye problems and cannot see, your turtle will not eat. Check your turtle's eyes to ensure that they are clear, free of debris, and shiny. Asian, European, and North American turtles may hibernate for the winter season. Even if your turtle has the proper environment and plenty of food, it still may choose to hibernate. If you have checked your turtle's habitat and physical health and it still won't eat, take your turtle to the veterinarian to see if your turtle may be trying to hibernate. Hibernation puts stress on the body. Only healthy turtles should be allowed to hibernate. If your veterinarian says that it is okay for your turtle to hibernate, begin to reduce the temperature in its habitat by 2 or 3 degrees each day. This will help slow your turtle's metabolism down. Do not let the temperature drop below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Begin to increase the temperature by a few degrees each day after 10 weeks. Continue to feed your turtle until it stops eating completely. | Check the temperature. Provide more light. Check for signs of sickness. Determine if your turtle is hibernating. |
Typically, new hires in public relations firms are expected to hold an undergraduate degree in a field generally relating to the work performed by press agents; some of the most common degrees earned by those seeking employment as publicists are public relations, marketing, advertising, communications, rhetoric and English. All of these specializations impart the skills needed to fulfill the functions of public image management. Employers will look for potential hires that have are organized, can process large amounts of important information, are able to think critically and can write and communicate effectively; a large percentage of a publicist's work involves writing detailed press releases, employing problem-solving to think up new campaign strategies and speaking publicly in support of the client. A few of the colleges with the highest rated public relations and image management programs include Georgetown University, the University of Southern California, the University of Florida and Boston University. These school are rated based on test scores and project success, the sophistication of their curriculum and the satisfaction of former students seeking employment within the field. Whatever major you choose, sign up for many different classes within the same basic focus that will give you a more comprehensive understanding of the business and how to succeed in it. For instance, classes like principles of marketing, public relations and advertising copywriting will all translate to the type of work you will be doing as an official press agent. Some colleges with large public relations programs feature courses that deal directly with explaining the duties of professional publicists. While you’re working your way through school, be on the lookout for internships in public relations or a related field. This will provide you with valuable real-world experience and will also give you something to add to a resume when you begin looking for jobs. Many degree programs require internship participation and will help you find one that suits you and begin the formative stages of business networking. Even if an internship isn't a requirement to graduate, it is advisable to try to secure one as an undergraduate student. Those with the practical experience offered by an internship will have a leg up on those without it. Keep any press releases, newspaper features or other files you generate during your college coursework and internship and compile them in a portfolio you can show off to potential employers. This will show the employer that you already possess the know-how required for the position and have experience beyond simply studying in the classroom. Always carry your portfolio with you to job interviews to have physical documentation of the types of projects you’ve worked on at hand to give to employers. | Research schools offering degrees in related fields. Take a variety of courses. Search for internship opportunities. Build a portfolio of your early work. |
If the cake is burned, carefully saw it off with a wire cake cutter or a large bread knife. If it ends up crooked, don't try to fix it with a second cut, as this will likely reduce your cake to crumbs. Patch the broken area with frosting instead, as described below. If a few small bits have broken off, wedge them underneath the cake. If your cake is moist enough, these will stick back to the cake fairly well, especially if the cake is still hot. Put together a batch of frosting and spread it over the cake in a smooth surface. Dollops of any frosting can fill holes and uneven edges in a cake. Sugar-and-liquid icing is too thin and runny to do the trick. If your cake looks like a demolition site, you'll need extra-sticky frosting to hold it together. You can make caramel frosting, dulce de leche, or try this sticky chocolate frosting recipe: Mix 1 can condensed milk, 3 tsp (15mL) cocoa powder, and 2 tsp (10g) unsalted butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. Stop when it reaches a slightly thick, gluey consistency. Allow it to cool to room temperature; it will thicken more as it sets. Place the broken pieces on top of each other as close to the desired shape as possible. Cover the surface and cracks liberally with the frosting. | Cut off the burned layer. Add small broken pieces to the bottom of the cake. Cover minor damage with frosting. Piece together broken cake with gluey frosting. |
Look at an end piece. If it doesn't exhibit rings or grain, it is likely a piece of plywood and it won't be able to be identified. Most woods take on a blue or grayish color as they weather in wind, sun and rain. Stained woods may be made to look like another type of wood, and you can tell if the color is very uneven or there is a varnish on it, that it may be stained. If either of these colorations describes your wood, you may need to move on to the third method, since visual identification is extremely hard. A laboratory can look at the wood under a microscope and determine what it is. This is essential to identifying it based on color and grain. This is an extremely common furniture wood. It is usually a light brown, but can look slightly red or blonde. Slightly dark lines, or "grain," run through the wood. If the wood is reddish in appearance but has a darker, browner grain, it is likely cherry. Keep in mind that stained poplar can be virtually impossible to distinguish from cherry. This is the most common of the darker woods. It tends to have larger rays in the grain and take on a rich, chocolate brown. This is the most common of the blond colored woods and is often used in trim, flooring and in countertops. It has a wide grain. Keep in mind that a blond colored wood can also be pine. However, pine is characterized by a more distinctive grain. It is also much lighter and softer than maple. A yellow type of light-colored wood is poplar. It is a common, inexpensive hardwood that can be stained to look like cherry, walnut or other colors. | Determine if your wood is a solid piece of wood. Decide if it has been weathered or stained. Sand the sample down so that bare wood is exposed. Determine if your wood sample is oak. Decide if it’s cherry. Determine if it is walnut. Decide if a light-colored wood is maple. |
You can use Skype to text chat for free with any other Skype user. In order to do so, they must be on your contact list. Select their name from your contact list and start typing your message in the chat box. If the user is not online, your message will be delivered the next time they log in. You can voice chat with any Skype user for free. Select them from the contact list and then press the green Call button. A notification will appear on their screen letting them know that you are trying to reach them. You can only initiate voice calls with users that are online. You can video chat with any Skype user for free. Select them from the contact list and then press the green “Video call” button. A notification will appear on their screen letting them know that you are trying to reach them. You can only initiate video calls with users that are online. You can purchase a Skype phone number for $5 per month. This will allow anyone to call you from any phone. This is especially useful if you are traveling in another country or are moving to a new area. You can choose the area and country code when you set up your Skype number. The Skype number acts just like any telephone number. The caller will receive charges based on standard rates. For example, if the caller lives in New York, and your Skype number is in London, the caller will be charged standard international rates. You can use Skype to call any phone number, but you will need to purchase Skype credits in order to do so. Click the Phone icon above your contact list to open the phone dialer. Skype credits can be purchased either through the application, from the Skype website, or by purchasing Skype cards from retail outlets. Different calls will have different rates. | Start a text chat. Start a voice chat. Start a video chat. Set up a Skype number. Call a mobile or landline with Skype. |
Capsule Networks have shown encouraging results on benchmark computer vision datasets such as MNIST, CIFAR and smallNORB.Although, they are yet to be tested on tasks where the entities detected inherently have more complex internal representations and there are very few instances per class to learn from and where point-wise classification is not suitable.Hence, this paper carries out experiments on face verification in both controlled and uncontrolled settings that together address these points.In doing so we introduce , a new variant that can be used for pairwise learning tasks.We find that the model improves over baselines in the few-shot learning setting, suggesting that capsule networks are efficient at learning discriminative representations when given few samples. We find that perform well against strong baselines on both pairwise learning datasets when trained using a contrastive loss with-normalized capsule encoded pose features, yielding best results in the few-shot learning setting where image pairs in the test set contain unseen subjects. | A pairwise learned capsule network that performs well on face verification tasks given limited labeled data |
Tap the Firefox app icon, which resembles an orange fox wrapped around a blue globe. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. This option is near the top of the drop-down menu. Doing so opens a new tab in private browsing mode. Your search history will not be saved while you use this tab. You can switch back to the regular browsing tab by tapping the numbered square in the upper-right side of the screen and then tapping the hat icon in the upper-left side of the screen. | Open Firefox. Tap ⋮. Tap New private tab. |
Starfruit, like all citrus fruits, contains acids, so be careful to keep it of your eyes and away from open wounds. After you cut it, wash your hands with hot water and soap to prevent stinging in case you touch your eyes later. Display the starfruit however you see fit, depending on the occasion. All parts of the fruit are edible, so don't waste or throw away any scraps that you would rather eat. Wash your cutting board so that it will be clean and ready for future food preparations. Be sure the counter is clear of any fruit remains, as fruit can rot and smell over time. Starfruit can be used in a vast number of recipes, from starfruit chips to mango-orange sauce. Plan your recipe ahead of time so that you can be sure to account for all ingredients. | Wash your hands. Place the starfruit in a dish or bowl. Wipe the cutting and counter surface clean. Serve your starfruit. |
Queen ants in existing colonies will venture off to start new colonies during certain times of the year. Local entomologists (people who study insects) or even local pest control companies will likely know the best time of year for you to search for a queen ant venturing off to build a new colony. Day length, temperature, and rainfall are just a few of the variables to take into consideration for your area regarding when a queen will do this. For dryer areas such as the Southwest, it will usually be in the springtime, whereas later summer monsoons may be the ideal time in other regions. The more ant colonies you check during the correct window of opportunity, the more likely you will be to find a queen ant during her search. A queen is also likely to try to build a colony in an area where other ant colonies already thrive, so look for spots in undeveloped areas with several colonies within a short distance of one another. Queen ants and the males that mate with them don't simply fly out of the mature colony entrance knowing where to go. During the correct window, you might see several queen ants walking around near the entrance to their parent colony. During this period, the queen ants are testing the weather to decide on the right time to start a new colony. Since you're looking for a queen ant, you should know how to differentiate them from the other ants in the colony. At this stage, the queen ant will have wings. However, even after the stage where she pulls off her wings, you can identify her by her much larger size compared to the other ants. This will be most prominent in the thorax, which is the middle section of the ant between the head and the abdomen of the ant. You can also find additional characteristics provided at: How to Identify a Queen Ant If you simply want a queen ant, this is the ideal time to cup one; however, if you want a queen ant in order to start your own ant colony, then you shouldn't do it yet. These still winged queen ants have not yet mated in this step of colony building. Once a queen mates, she will look for the new colony location. In contrast to the fairly oriented paths of most ants, the queen ant will wander around checking cracks and crevices, changing directions, and generally resembling a lost tourist in a big city. Her erratic behavior simply means she's looking for the ideal spot to begin her new colony. Another sign that a queen ant has already mated is when she has pulled off her wings. Once she picks a general area, she will pull off her wings in order to appear less conspicuous. She will still walk around trying to find the perfect location in her chosen area, though. Once she has pulled off her wings, it's much easier to catch a queen ant, but make sure you handle her gently. If you want to transport your queen ant to make a personal ant farm, a film canister works well. Make sure she gets plenty of water by placing a damp cotton ball inside the canister as well. If you want to build an ant farm, you should also take several scoops of soil from the area where you caught the queen for her to begin nesting in once you have transported her. | Contact an expert about the best time. Find an area with several active ant colonies. Look for a queen ant. Wait until you see a queen ant wandering around erratically. Handle your new queen ant with care. |
If being called ugly strikes a nerve, you might feel upset or hurt. Try not to stress out immediately. Instead, work on handling your emotions maturely. Try to control your emotions before responding. If you notice yourself getting angry or upset, take some deep breaths. Slowly lengthen each breath so that you're breathing longer and fuller breaths. Take your breaths from your belly, not your chest. Try counting each breath. For example, inhale for four seconds, then exhale for four seconds. Not letting someone's words affect you shows your power over a situation. When someone's words affect you and hurt you, that person has power over you. Don't give the person this power. Ignore their comments and don't emotionally react. Your character speaks more for who you are than your looks do. Ignoring these comments is easier said than done and it might take some practice. Repeat to yourself, “This person's words and opinions don't have to change how I feel about myself.” Stand up for yourself and don't back down. If you decide to speak out, talk confidently. Speak up for yourself by saying that the comments are mean and don't reflect who you are. For example, say, “I don't know why you would call me ugly. Your opinion of how I look doesn't change who I am.” You can also say, “You are not the judge of what is beautiful. I see myself as beautiful because I know I am a loving and kind person.” Maybe someone called you ugly for having a big nose, curly hair, or big feet. These features don't carry negativity in themselves. Maybe you do have these features and some people don't find them attractive. That's okay. Remind yourself that this person is judging you and you don't have to take it negatively. For example, say, “Yes, I do have a big nose. How astute of you to notice.” You can also say, “Looks aren't everything. But yes, I do have hairy arms.” Humor can help remove any tension of a situation. However, don't use humor to fire an insult back. Humor is a great way to show that their words won't hurt you. Exaggerate the comment by adding to it. For example, say, “I guess I am pretty ugly. I'll probably have a swan-like transformation any day now!” | Handle your anger. Ignore their words. Stand up for yourself. Turn their judgments into statements. Use humor. |
Your skin should tolerate most exfoliators, but it might get irritated if you use a manual scrub. For best results, try a chemical and manual exfoliator, but use them on different days. This will help you get the benefits of both without stressing your skin. For instance, you might use a chemical exfoliator on Sunday and a manual scrub on Wednesday. If you exfoliate 3 times per week, you could use a chemical exfoliator on Sunday and Tuesday, then use your scrub on Friday. Some chemical exfoliators are stronger than others. Look for a product that has BHAs listed on the label or a high percentage of AHAs. Alternatively, use a manual face scrub to slough off your dead skin cells. You will likely be able to exfoliate 3 times a week if you have oily skin. Look for a mild chemical exfoliator like glycolic acid or lactic acid. Apply it to a washcloth for more exfoliation. Then, gently scrub your face once or twice a week to remove your dead skin cells. If your skin gets irritated, apply the product with your fingers instead of a washcloth. | Choose any exfoliator that feels comfortable if your skin is normal. Apply a strong chemical exfoliator or use a scrub if you have oily skin. Use a washcloth and chemical exfoliator on dry, sensitive, or acne-prone skin. |
It's tough to fake a runny nose if you don't have one, but you can fake being stuffed up. Breathe only through your mouth and talk a little slower. Sniffle occasionally with short inward sniffs. Wear many layers of clothing or curl up under several blankets. Take an icy cold shower to make your skin chilly to the touch. or coughing. This is a risky move. Either of these, if done unconvincingly, can let on that you aren't actually sick. Faking a cough is definitely easier than faking a sneeze, but even that can sound forced if you aren't careful. You could also make yourself sneeze, by sniffing pepper. For some sleight of hand, sprinkle pepper in a sweater and pretend to rub your nose on it. Sniff in the pepper to make yourself sneeze. Make sure it's near but not in your eyes. Leave the toothpaste on for about three minutes to make your eyes feel like they're burning. | Breathe only through your mouth. Shiver and pretend that you are freezing. Fake sneezing Apply a small amount of toothpaste onto your bottom eyelids to make your eyes watery. |
Each soy vanilla latte starts with a double shot of espresso, which requires 3¾ tablespoons (20 g) of coffee. Measure 3¾ heaping tablespoons of beans to get the right amount of grounds. Transfer the beans to a grinder and pulse until the beans have been finely ground. Finely ground coffee beans are slightly smaller than table salt. Crank the arm on the portafilter to remove it from the group head. Transfer the beans to the portafilter and tap it against your hand to even out the beans. Rest the portafilter on the counter and use the tamp to press the grounds into a flat and even puck. Return the portafilter to the group head and lock it in place. To make espresso with an Aeropress instead, line the cap with a filter and pour in the grounds. To make espresso with a stovetop espresso maker instead, place the grounds in the metal basket. To make espresso with a regular coffeemaker, brew a cup of coffee using twice the amount of grounds you normally do. Put a double espresso cup under the portafilter to catch the espresso when it comes out. Flip the button to turn on the water and run it for 30 seconds. After half a minute, turn off the water to stop the extraction process. In the Aeropress, position the Aeropress over a mug. Add boiling water and stir the mixture. Insert and press down on the plunger to extract the shot. On the stovetop, fill the bottom reservoir with water. Place the metal basket inside, and then screw on the lid. Heat the pot over medium heat until the espresso bubbles into the top chamber. | Measure and grind the coffee beans. Fill the portafilter. Brew the espresso. |
Consider dropping your own assessments of their problem and related ideas about how to fix things. Instead, consider ways you could be more empathetic. For instance, consider letting go of your desire to fix their problem and try to understand the details of their situation. You may not agree with their interpretation of their situation, but you should still listen attentively and try to understand them. Often, unsolicited advice comes from a place of not adequately understanding the situation or challenge that another person is going through. To move beyond this problem, you could try to understand and empathize with the challenge that they are going through. It might help to ask them clarifying questions: “Can you tell me a little more about that?” “That sounds really tough. I’m not sure I understand how you got into that situation. Can you remind me how that happened?” After listening attentively, you can ask them directly how you could help out. They may simply say that you are helping by offering an attentive ear. If they need something specific, they may tell you. If they are specifically looking for advice, they will have the opportunity to ask you for it. Try saying: “I’m here anytime you need me. Really, anything you need.” “What can I do to help?” Advice that is specifically requested is much more appreciated than unsolicited advice. If you are called upon to give advice, you can go ahead and offer your two cents on how to resolve the situation. Give advice if they ask the following kinds of questions: "I really need advice on how to resolve this situation with my brother. I'm at a loss right now. Do you have any experience that would help?" "Have you ever dealt with a family member dealing with depression? Do you have any advice based on that experience?" Rather than telling them specific things to do, you should convey your care for them and listen to their problems. You shouldn't promise to keep any secrets, since you may have to convey the information to a mental health professional. Listen with attentive ears to everything they have to say and try to be there for them. If there is an emergency, you should call 911 and wait until help arrives. | Stop trying to fix their problems. Try to understand their state of affairs. Ask how you can help. Give advice if they specifically ask for it. Talk to them if they are at risk of self harm. |
Bacteria can inflame and infect ingrown hairs, and the nose is a prime location for bacteria growth. Keeping your nose clean both inside and out will inhibit the growth of infection-causing bacteria and help prevent ingrown hairs. When you are sick, blow your nose completely into a tissue. Don't pick your nose. Your fingers can introduce bacteria into your nose that will infect an ingrown hair. Use either a trimmer designed specifically for the nose or a small pair of circular-ended scissors to groom your nose hair. These will keep you from cutting too closely to your skin, which encourages ingrown hairs. You can buy nose hair trimmers and small scissors at drug stores or department stores either online or in stores. The best way to get at pesky nose hairs is to gently make a pig's nose by pressing backward on the tip of your nose. This will help so see inside of your nose and make you less likely to cut yourself. Make sure to cut only those hairs sticking out and not any inside your nose, which help act as a barrier between your respiratory system and the outside world. A depilatory cream, which is a chemical hair remover, is another method to remove nose hairs effectively while helping to prevent ingrown hairs. These can be harsh, so test it on your skin before you use it to make sure it won't burn the skin around your nose. Do not use depilatory creams inside your nose, which can cause serious harm. Leave hair inside your nose alone as it helps keep out bacteria. If you find that you frequently have ingrown nose hairs, see your doctor to rule out conditions such as hormonal abnormalities. Your doctor can also help you find the best treatment and prevention for your chronic ingrown nose hairs. If you’re a woman with excessive ingrown hairs, it may be a sign of hirsutism or polycystic ovary syndrome, both of which are treatable. | Keep your nose clean. Use a trimmer or scissors to remove nose hair. Use a depilatory cream. See a doctor for chronic ingrown hairs. |
Spray the hair with water. Comb through the saturated hair to remove any knots. Part the hair into five or seven sections. Once complete, unclip each section one at a time. Unclip one section at a time and remove a ½ inch section of hair along the perimeter of the hairline. Comb the wet hair along the perimeter of your forehead over the front of the face until it is straight. Allow the hair to hang as you determine the length of the hair. Without pulling on the hair, hold a one inch section just above the point at which you would like to cut. Use your shears to cut straight across the one inch section. Using the previously cut section as a traveling guide, cut the hair remaining in the front section in this manner. Comb the hair around the side and back perimeter of your hairline until it lays flat. Use a ruler or your comb to determine the amount of hair to cut off—it must match the front length. Start at the center back of the head. Without pulling on the hair, hold a one inch section just above the point at which you would like to cut. Use your shears to cut straight across the one inch section. Using the previously cut section as a traveling guide, work from the back to the front of each side. Unclip and section off a ½ inch layer of hair from the section(s) at the nape of the neck—start at the bottom of the section and work your way up. Comb the hair until it lays flat. Start at the center back of the head. Without pulling on the hair, hold a one inch section just above the point at which you would like to cut—use the previously cut hair as your guide. Use your shears to cut straight across the one inch section. Repeat this process until you have finished cutting the hair remaining in the nape section. Unclip and section off a ½ inch layer of hair from the side sections—start at the bottom of the section and work your way up. Comb the hair until it lays flat. Start at the center back of the head. Without pulling on the hair, hold a one inch section just above the point at which you would like to cut—use the previously cut hair as your guide. Use your shears to cut straight across the one inch section. Repeat this process until you have finished cutting the hair remaining in the side sections. If you divided your hair into seven sections, repeat this process on the crown sections. Unclip and comb the top section—evenly distribute the hair on each side. Start at the center back of the head. Without pulling on the hair, hold a one inch section just above the point at which you would like to cut—use the previously cut hair as your guide. Use your shears to cut straight across the one inch section. Repeat this process until you have finished cutting the hair remaining in the top section. | Wet and part the hair into five or seven sections. Cut the front perimeter hair. Cut the hair along the back and side perimeter. Comb and cut the nape section(s). Comb and cut the side and crown sections. Comb and cut the top section. |
In the "Change Skin" area of Help & Options, choose from among Default, Tennis, Tuxedo, Athlete, Scottish, Prisoner, Cyclist, and Boxer Steve or Alex. Trial versions of the skin packs are available for free download, although permanent packs must be purchased. Purchase your skins through the Xbox 360 Marketplace or PSN Store. There are currently 10 skin packs, but there is an Xbox exclusive skin pack that comes with the Halo mash-up pack and a PlayStation exclusive skin pack that comes with the LittleBigPlanet mash-up pack. | Choose from among the 8 default skins available to Xbox or PlayStation players. Download skin packs to change out the default options. |
Take the bra out of the mesh bag, and press on the inside of the cup until it pops back out to its original shape. This is typically more needed for padded or shaping bras. If the bra is soaking and dripping wet, do not wring or twist them; instead, put the bra between two towels, and press down on the towels to remove any excess moisture Avoid using a dryer, as the heat will cause the bra straps to stretch and lose their elasticity. You can air dry the bra by draping it across a drying rack or clothesline. You can also clip the band of the bra to a hanger, and hang it up to dry. Do not hang the bra by the straps; this will cause the bra straps to stretch too much. If you do not have any spare hangers, clotheslines, or drying racks, you can lay the bra out flat on a clean, dry towel. If you must use a dryer, ideally use the "no heat" setting. Be sure to keep the bra in its mesh bag to prevent any tangling. Putting a bra in a hot or warm dryer will not likely do immediate harm. If this does happen, there is usually no reason to panic. This is not ideal treatment, but rarely causes a bra to become unusable. | Reshape the bra cups once the cycle is done, if needed. Air dry the bra. |
Your artist's statement should stand on its own. Someone should be able to read your statement and imagine what your work looks like. Create a list of words and phrases that describe your work, your process, and your influences. Once you have created your list, edit down your list to the items that most reflect your work and who you are as an artist. Create sentences using the words and phrases that you have identified. You can combine and arrange your sentences until they flow in a logical order. You may need to repeat this process multiple times until you are satisfied with the outcome. Also think about the time and space that you would like the reader to view your work. This section of your statement is where you write exactly what you make. Let your readers know what your project is. Include information about why you are interested in this type of work and any themes that may be found in your work. You can describe your art in any way that you choose. Just remember that you must support your description with the how and why you make the art. Once you describe the art you make, describe the methods you use to make the art. What materials (e.g. paint, wood, paper, etc.) do you use? What tools (e.g. brush, hands, etc.) did you use? Do you paint on the floor or do you use an easel? Do you always listen to music when you work? What techniques do you use? You do not have to write down every single step of the process that was used to create the work. Note the things that are most important. If you do something particularly unusual during your process, include that in your statement. Your motivation and purpose for creating art provides a context for people that view your art. It also helps people understand your point of view as an artist. Is your art commentary on current events or social circumstances? Are you trying to draw connections between different concepts? Are you using your art to tell a story? What does your art mean to you? If your motivations changed while you were working on the project, let the audience know that is well. Maybe you were influenced by a trip you took, a book you read, a movie, or a family member. All of these things help the audience get a better understanding of you and your work. For example, if you wanted your art discussed within the context of feminism, you should clearly outline that in this part of your statement. Your statement should be easy to understand. Do not include any language that is too specific to the art world. Also avoid using complicated, complex words. Your statement should sound genuine and real. Your statement should add information that can not be gathered from looking at your art. Do not use the statement to simply describe what the audience can see with their own eyes. Try not to use a quote from another artists or philosopher. If you do use a quote, do not use more than one and keep it short. Also be sure that you have correctly interpreted the quote. Avoid phrases such as "I am trying to," "I am hoping to," and "I would like to." Just state what you have done. Be as objective as possible. Your statement should not be used to promote your art or "talk it up." Let your audience interpret your work on their own. | Create an image with your words. Describe what kind of art you make. Write the methods you used to make your art. Write down why you make your art. Use clear concise language. |
You may get a marriage license valid in the state of New York at any city or town clerk's office. Both parties must appear in person to apply for a marriage license. Each of you must bring the appropriate documentation listed above. A representative cannot apply for a marriage license on your behalf, even if the person has been granted a Power of Attorney. You cannot use a notarized marriage license affidavit to substitute for your personal appearance at the office. Some locations, such as New York City, allow you to fill out the application online. This will make the in-person application process faster. Both parties must still appear at the clerk's office to complete the application and sign the application. If you do not fill out an online application first, you must complete the application in the office where you are applying for a license. Read the application carefully to make sure you have not made any proofreading or other errors. It can be difficult to correct these errors after the license has been filed. The New York State Department of Health has a sample copy of a marriage license/certificate here. In most offices, you may use a money order or credit card to pay this fee. Some offices may also accept cash or checks, but you should contact them beforehand to make sure. If you apply for a marriage license in New York City, the fee is $35. The City Clerk of New York City accepts only credit card or money order as payment. If you apply for a marriage license anywhere else in the state of New York, the fee is $40. After you get your marriage license, you have 60 calendar days to complete the marriage ceremony. The counting period begins one day after issuance. Military personnel may have 180 days to get married. Once you get your marriage license, you must wait a minimum of 24 hours from the exact time of issuance. (For example, if you were issued your license at 10:48 A.M., you would not be eligible to marry until 10:48 A.M. the following day). However, if you must get married before this period is over -- for example, your spouse is being deployed in the military -- you may apply for a judicial waiver of the waiting period. You must request a waiver from the county clerk's office where you obtained your marriage license. A judge will give the waiver order. If you are 16 or older, you can request the waiver order from a judge of the county court in the county where at least one applicant resides. You can also request a waiver order from a justice of the New York Supreme Court. If you are under 16, the waiver order must come from a family court judge in the county where you reside. Both spouses, a witness, and an eligible officiant must all sign the license for it to be valid. There is no minimum legal age for a witness to a marriage ceremony. However, your witness should be able to sign his/her name and testify about the ceremony if necessary. There are many choices for an eligible officiant. Clergy or ministers of any religion, mayors of cities and towns, the city clerks of cities of more than a million people, federal judges, state judges, and justices of the peace can be officiants. Ship captains are not eligible officiants in the state of New York. If you wish to get married in the City of New York, your officiant must register with the City Clerk's office in Manhattan. The fee to register is $15. The registration requirement applies only to marriages performed in the five boroughs of New York City. After the wedding, the officiant should send the completed license back to the issuing city clerk's office for recording. | Go to the city or town clerk's office. Fill out the application. Pay the New York marriage license fee. Receive the marriage license as soon as the application is complete. Apply for a judicial waiver, if necessary. Verify the required signatures are on the marriage license after the wedding ceremony. |
For example, if you want to place a horizontal page break between rows 4 and 5, select row 5. Return to the “Page Layout” tab and click the arrow beneath the “Breaks” icon. From the options, select “Insert Page Break.” A thick line will appear where the manual break was inserted. If you want to insert a vertical line break between columns C and D, for example, select column D. On the “Page Layout” tab, click the arrow beneath the “Breaks” icon, then select “Insert Page Break.” A thick vertical line will indicate the location of your new break. If you decide your page break should occur at a different location than where you’ve originally inserted it, hold your mouse over the break until an arrow appears, then drag the arrow to another location. If you decide you no longer want a page break you’ve inserted, it's possible to delete the break. Delete a vertical break: Select the column directly to the right of your vertical page break. Click the arrow beneath the “Breaks” icon and select “Remove Page Break.” Delete a horizontal line break: Select the column just below the horizontal page break, then click the arrow beneath the “Breaks” icon. Select “Remove Page Break.” If you don't want to see the page breaks while you work, click the “View” menu at the top of the screen, then select “Normal.” You can switch between these two views as needed. | Click the row below your desired horizontal page break location. Insert the horizontal page break. Select the column to the right of your desired vertical line break. Insert the vertical page break. Move your page break. Delete a page break. Return to Normal view. |
Leaky gut is a condition where tiny holes in your intestines allow toxins and bacteria to leak into your body, which can cause other medical conditions like wheezing, allergies, or asthma. These holes may be caused by genetics or your diet. Eat a healthy, high-fiber diet with fresh produce, lean protein, and complex carbs to help your gut. Avoid sugar, cut back on alcohol, and limit saturated fats to help protect your gut. It's best to eliminate processed foods from your diet altogether. If you identify any food triggers, eliminate them from your diet. Walking for 15-20 minutes after your meals may also help treat or prevent leaky gut. Exposing yourself to food allergens and environmental allergens can cause wheezing, and foods that produce mucus can make wheezing worse. Foods that produce mucus include dairy products, bananas, and sugar. If you are not quite certain which foods, pollens, and animal dander (if any) you’re allergic to, ask your doctor to perform an allergy test. Treat seasonal allergies that cannot be avoided with over-the-counter antihistamines. Severe seasonal allergies might need prescription medication. Strong odors aren't necessarily bad for you when your lungs are healthy, but if your airways are stressed, they may cause those airways to restrict further. Chemical odors, like paint and chemical cleaners, can be some of the biggest culprits, but you should also avoid things like perfumes and heavily scented soaps or shampoo. When inhaled, these potent smells can both cause and worsen wheezing. | Take care of your gut to treat or prevent leaky gut. Avoid potential allergens and other wheezing triggers. Stay away from potent smells that can constrict your airways. |
If you suspect that the bathrooms will be unsanitary or unavailable at your destination, keep a few items on hand to help yourself stay clean: Wet wipes or tissues. Travel-sized containers of facial tissue or wet wipes are perfect for wiping when finished urinating. Hand sanitizer. Hand sanitizer plays two important roles in standing urination for women. First, before you urinate, it allows you to clean your hands before using them to guide urination. This prevents unwanted germs in the region that can cause urinary tract infections. Secondly, hand sanitizer can be used to clean up after urination. Because hand sanitizer contains alcohol, it is recommended that you apply only to your hands, using sanitary wipes or tissues for more sensitive areas. If you are urinating on a camping trip without restrooms, make sure you have privacy. Getting interrupted while urinating can be startling and might cause urine to get on your clothes. If urinating in or near an urban area, be advised that this could be illegal per local laws on lewdness and public indecency. Don't hold your urine until there is a sense of urgency. This can cause the urine to drain unpredictably and increase instances of spray and dripping. Instead, go at regular intervals to promote a more controlled urine stream. A good rule of thumb is to urinate immediately following meals and/or hydration. This depends on the person in question. Some women find skirts more conducive. Other women report that they are able to unzip their jeans to urinate and the tension of the denim fabric on the labia actually helps them control their urine stream. Try to decide what clothing is best suited to your experience level and comfort and dress accordingly when you know you’ll have to urinate while standing. | Think sanitary. Choose a secluded spot. Urinate at regular intervals. Dress for standing urination. |
Nothing beats aerobic exercise in the battle against belly fat. A study by Duke University found that aerobic exercise was the most effective way to burn deep, visceral belly fat and that aerobic workouts burn 67% more calories than resistance training or a regimen that combines cardio and resistance. The Department of Health and Human Services recommends that healthy adults get at least 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity (think brisk walking or swimming) or 75 minutes a week of vigorous aerobic activity (such as running) spread throughout the week. Activity sessions can broken up throughout the day but should be at least 10 minutes long. If you're looking to lose weight, you'll have to increase the intensity, the duration or both. There may never be agreement among trainers as to whether or not crunches are the best way to flatten your abs, but there's no disputing the fact that they work the muscles on the front and side of your abdomen. Pelvic Tilt Crunch. Lie face-up on a stability ball with your back and head pressed into the ball, your feet together on the floor and a 5- to 10-pound dumbbell or medicine ball in your hands positioned against your chest. Tighten your abs and crunch up until your shoulders are off the ball. Then use both hands to reach the dumbbell or the medicine ball up toward the ceiling. Do three sets of 12-15 reps resting for 30 seconds between each set. Arms Over Straight-Leg Crunch. Grab a pair of 10- to 12-pound dumbbells and lie on your back with your arms behind you and your legs extended and raised to a 45-degree angle. Bring your arms up over your chest and lift your shoulders off the mat while raising your legs until they're perpendicular to the floor. Return to your starting position without letting your legs touch the floor. Do three sets of 15 repetitions with a 30-second rest period between sets. Your core is made up of your abdominal muscles plus the muscles of your lower back, pelvic floor and hips--more than 15 muscles in all. For a really flat stomach, you need exercises that target all of these muscles. Side Plank. Lie on your left side with your elbow directly beneath your shoulder and your legs stacked one on top of the other. Place your right hand on your left shoulder or on your right hip. Tighten your abs and lift your hips off the floor until you're balancing on your forearm and feet so that your body forms a diagonal line. Hold for 30 to 45 seconds. Repeat on the opposite side. If you can't hold the pose for 30 to 45 seconds, stay up as long as you can and work you way up. Push-up Walkout. Get on the floor in a push-up position and place your hands so they're two inches wider than your shoulders. Keeping your feet in place, walk your hands out as far as possible, then walk back. Do 10-12 reps. For more of challenge, you can lift one leg before you walk your hands out and back. Climbing Rope. Sit down with your legs extended out in front of you and your feet turned out in a V position. Point your toes. Contract your core muscles and roll your spine into a C-curve. Lift your arms up and move them as if you were climbing a rope twisting slightly with each reach. Do 20 reaches with each arm. | Go with cardio. Do your crunches. Work your core. |
Using social media to chat is convenient since you never need to leave your web browser. Furthermore, all of your friends in your social network are already effectively part of your contact list. Facebook and Google Hangouts are the two largest and most popular social media platforms for video chat. Navigate to your preferred platform's website (facebook.com or gmail.com) and sign into your account. Click the name in the contact list. Hangouts in Gmail and Facebook Chat are both enabled by default. To enable Hangouts, press the “Sign into Hangouts” button. Since are you already logged into Gmail no login credentials are required. To enable Facebook Chat, press the “Settings” button and select to turn chat on. The user will be sent a video call request. Upon accepting If you are using a browser other than Google Chrome, you will be prompted to install the Hangouts extension in order to video call with Google Hangouts. Facebook video chat is not supported on Internet Explorer. If the video call button is greyed out, it means the user is not currently available for video chat. | Choose a social media platform. Connect your webcam and sign into your account. Open a chat window with the desired recipient. Press the video call button. |
There are several free and open-source media players available on the internet. VLC Player and Media Player Classic are two of the most popular options. Right-click on it and select Open With… From the list of programs, select your newly installed media player. Check the box labeled “Always use the selected program to open this kind of file”. This make so you just have to double-click the MP4 file in the future and it will play automatically. Some older computers may have difficulty running high definition video smoothly. If VLC or Media Player Classic keep giving you choppy playback, you may need to download a lower-quality version of the video in order to watch it successfully. | Download a universal media player. Select video you want to view. Download the right quality. |
Many states and areas require you to take a mandatory course in hunter's safety before you can be issued a hunting license, especially when hunting with a gun. Be sure you comply with all regulations, or else you could be fined or suffer other legal consequences, like incarceration. Depending on the area in which you live, you may be able to hunt some animals, like small game, without a permit as long as you adhere to your region's hunting regulations. While you are hunting, an accident might occur that may require medical attention, or you might have to spend the night in the elements waiting for help to arrive. Don't be caught unprepared. Make sure you have: Extra daily medication (e.g. insulin, blood pressure pills, etc.). Cell phone or two way radio (in waterproof case). Appropriate clothing for changeable weather (rain gear, etc.). Lighters/fire starters. Metal cup. Waterproof light source (e.g. headlamp). Whistle or signaling device. Emergency shelter (e.g. space blanket). Survival knife. First aid kit. Emergency rations (granola, meal replacement bars, etc.). Map and compass. There will be different methods for hunting the game you choose to as prey. Ambush hunting, stalking, and hound hunting are popular methods employed to hunt various prey. You will need to research your prey to decide upon the most effective style. If you plan to hunt from a portable tree stand, you will want to be familiar with carrying and climbing with it before your hunt. The same applies for fashioning a blind, or for the procedure for stalking game. Your prey will likely have an ideal habitat. Here you will have a better chance of finding your prey while you hunt. Research the ideal habitat of your prey, paying attention to notes about migration and yearly changes in behavior, and find some locations near you where you can hunt your game. Hunting on public land is legal, so long as it is not in violation of state, federal or regional restriction, you have the proper licenses, and you are following state, federal or other applicable hunting regulations. | Take necessary safety courses. Purchase a license, if necessary. Put together emergency supplies. Choose your tactic. Practice your hunting tactic. Choose a location. |
Although the old system used special characters for some of the changes you'd make (such as d for the due date, f for the repeat cycle, g for the time estimate, s for setting tags, l for the location and u for the URL you may use several characters when you first create the task to trigger special things such as the exclamation mark for changing it's priority and other special characters or words to trigger actions.For those on the new version of Remember the Milk, you can click the box that best suits the information you'd like to change for the item or change it when you create it by typing exactly how you want it to act. Select the task you just created by clicking on it. Now you can change the settings for it. You can type in a date: 01/01/2010 or just add "Tomorrow" or "Wednesday". For those on the new app website, you can select the day you want to make it due by clicking the button looks like a tear-off calendar with the number one on it and select the date accordingly. This is an organizing word that you can choose, for example: writing, reading, call, email. Once you assign a task a tag, you can search your to-do list using the tags. Click on the "More Actions" drop-down list to choose the correct action. For those on the new web app, you can | Change the settings for a task, if you'd like. Set a due date for the task. Give the task a tag. Prioritize the task. |
Oftentimes, it is beneficial to privately address the individual who has insulted you. Speaking privately is best to avoid the situation from escalating in front of others and to lessen the insulting person's likeliness of becoming embarrassed or defensive. Before speaking with the individual, take a deep breath, and calmly ask the person to speak with you privately. Once alone, let the person know that you did not appreciate his insult, and inform him of your expectations and what action you’ll take it happens again. For example, you might tell a coworker, “I felt hurt and insulted when you called me stupid. I want you to speak to me in the same respectful manner as I speak to you. I’ve asked you not to call me names before. If it happens again, I’m going to file a formal complaint to HR about your harassment.” Sometimes saying less is better. You can address the insult by briefly addressing the problem. For example, you could say, “That statement was completely uncalled for. I won't stand for you talking to me in that manner; if it happens again I will no longer invite you to family gatherings.” An effective strategy for responding to an insult is to inquire about what is actually at the heart of the insult. Do this by asking the individual what has led her to make a comment that could be potentially hurtful. Like a counselor, you are getting the individual to personally reflect on the root causes of her actions, which forces the person to accept personal responsibility for her words and actions. Be sure to focus on the actual intent behind the insult, and not the actual words that were said. For example, you might say, “Can you help me understand what is going here? What happened to cause you to want to hurt me by insulting me like that?” You could also take a guess at the underlying feeling of insult. For example, “I understand that we don't agree on this topic and that upsets you; however, I’d prefer that you stick to the topic rather than resorting to personal insults.” It's critical that you establish communication boundaries when dealing with people who resort to personal insults. Sometimes it requires directly stating what topics of conversation the person is allowed to engage you in. In addition, you might also might need to set boundaries for when the person should speak with you. If you are dealing with a coworker who tends to launch insults, you could tell him, “Sean, I am asking you very kindly to please not bring up my personal life during our staff meetings. In fact, I would prefer that we engage in professional conversation at all times here in the office.” | Speak to the person privately. Inquire about the intent behind the insult. Set boundaries. |
If you have experienced hair loss or are currently going bald, it's important to see your doctor to find a cause. It may be a product of cancer treatments or alopecia, or you may have an underlying disease that's causing your hair loss. Your doctor may order blood tests to assess hormone levels that can cause hair loss. If you are undergoing cancer treatments, your doctor may be able to tell you if your treatments can cause hair loss. Your doctor may also be able to prescribe you anti-depressants to help you overcome feelings of depression and anxiety for your hair loss. In some cases, your hair may never grow back. Although it make take a few months or longer, learning to embrace your baldness can help you cope with and overcome the condition. Embracing your baldness won't happen overnight, in part because hair loss is often devastating. Gradually allow yourself to get used to your condition. For example, don't wear a wig, hat, or scarf at night or one day a week. You can build up to never using an aid or only on occasions when it's absolutely necessary. There are different ways to help yourself embrace your hair loss. Consider giving yourself daily positive affirmations such as “I am strong and beautiful.” This can help bolster your confidence and may help you more readily accept your baldness. Consider taking an online course on how to cope. For example, the American Cancer Society offers several courses on how to best cope with self-esteem issues related to cancer. There are online forums from other groups such as the National Alopecia Areata Foundation which can put you in touch with other alopecia sufferers who can help bolster your confidence and accept your baldness. Even though most people are socialized, there are often still social stigmas attached to baldness, especially in women. These stigmas can cause you shame, stress, anxiety, or depression. Addressing the negative connotations and your own feelings associated can help you move forward and lead a normal life. Many people feel shame and embarrassment when they first experience hair loss. This is a completely normal initial reaction, but you should know that hair loss is fairly common and you don't need to feel this way. Seeing a counselor, doctor, or friend can help you deal with your feelings. Joining a support group of others who suffer from baldness can offer you unconditional support from others who understand what you're experiencing. It can also help you effectively deal with the various aspects of the condition. Depending on the cause of your hair loss, there are support groups that can help you deal with a disease and the emotional side effects that come with losing your hair as a product of it. For example, cancer and alopecia support groups can offer significant support on this issue. An important part of living with hair loss is talking with people about your baldness. Being open about your condition can help avoid uncomfortable questions or looks and may help you be more at ease as well. Being open about your baldness or thinning hair is the best way to cope rather than fretting about it. When others realize that you're okay with your hair loss, then they will likely be, too. It may also help to be open about what is causing your baldness. Sometimes simply saying something such as “I'm going through cancer treatments and they've caused me to lose my hair” can help relieve tension in situation or even minimize unwelcome glances from other people. | See your doctor. Embrace being bald. Be aware of social stigmas. Join a support group for sufferers of hair loss. Communicate with people. |
Whenever the opportunity arises to do something interesting that you’ve never tried before, seize it! If you get invited to go skiing, accept. If a new ethnic restaurant opens in your area, give it a shot. Experiencing new and different activities will not only make you a more balanced person, but also get you in the habit of becoming a life-long learner. Although getting a traditional education should be a first priority, also remember that life is full of learning experiences; you don't have to be in a classroom to acquire knowledge. Do your best at school. People look up to smart, active people in the community. Don't be afraid to ask for help from teachers and other students. There's no such thing as a stupid question; that's how you learn! Read|Read]]! Read bestsellers, classic literature, how-to manuals, self-help books, and pieces you don't necessarily agree with. Always carry around a book to read so that you can fill your heart and mind with good things and great ideas. This could be playing an instrument, painting, welding, tutoring, cooking, or building miniature wooden space hamsters; the important thing is to have fun while becoming really good at something. Doing this will build your self-confidence and create opportunities to have fun with friends and your future partner. | Try new things. Educate yourself as much as possible. Devote 15 to 30 minutes of every day to developing a special talent. |
If you aren't running any programs and your hard drive light is constantly turning on and off, or you can hear the hard drive working, you may have a virus that is working in the background. If you start noticing that your computer takes significantly more time than usual to start, a virus may be slowing down the startup process. If you can't log in to Windows, even with the correct log in information, a virus has most likely taken over the log in process. If you don't have any programs running and your modem transfer lights are constantly blinking, you may have a virus that is transmitting data over the network. | Check your hard drive activity. Time how long it takes your computer to boot up. Look at your modem lights. |
Figure out what kind of wallpaper you have on your walls. Vinyl wallpaper is not difficult to clean. Coated fabric wallpaper is sometimes covered with an acrylic or vinyl covering that is easily washable. Plain paper wallpaper should not get wet. If possible, you should spot-clean it. You can scrub vinyl wallpaper, but you need to make sure that you don't clean with anything abrasive. You wouldn't want to use a rough sponge, for example. Clean walls that don't have protective coating with a dry sponge. A dry sponge, which contains no moisture, gently gets rid of the dirt on your wallpaper. Mix a small amount of dish soap, about two table spoons worth, with warm water in a bucket. Use clear soap to avoid staining the wallpaper with colored detergent. Dip a soft cloth or sponge in the cleaning solution. Wring out the excess cleaner into the bucket. Test the cleaning solution by dabbing a bit of it on an inconspicuous area. If it doesn't damage the wallpaper, start the cleaning process. Wipe the surface from the top to the bottom. Clean in the direction of the vertical seams. Clean one section at a time in a circular motion. Don't overuse soap. Using a large amount of soap will make dirt stick to walls. You may not want to use scrubbing pads because they are usually too harsh for wallpaper Testing the cleaning solution in a small, hidden area prevents you from damaging the entire wall in case the cleaner turns out to be destructive. The surface near the baseboards is rarely noticeable to others, and is a good spot to test. This is where the second bucket comes in. Using the water from that bucket and a new cloth, rinse each section with clean water. Don't use too much water; you don't want to end up with damp walls. With a terry-cloth towel, dry the surface immediately after to prevent the wallpaper from soaking up too much moisture and tearing. | Determine your wallpaper type. Clean the wallpaper. Rinse and dry the wallpaper. |
Regularization-based continual learning approaches generally prevent catastrophic forgetting by augmenting the training loss with an auxiliary objective.However in most practical optimization scenarios with noisy data and/or gradients, it is possible that stochastic gradient descent can inadvertently change critical parameters.In this paper, we argue for the importance of regularizing optimization trajectories directly.We derive a new co-natural gradient update rule for continual learning whereby the new task gradients are preconditioned with the empirical Fisher information of previously learnt tasks.We show that using the co-natural gradient systematically reduces forgetting in continual learning.Moreover, it helps combat overfitting when learning a new task in a low resource scenario. | Regularizing the optimization trajectory with the Fisher information of old tasks reduces catastrophic forgetting greatly |
It's the blue globe with an orange fox icon. This is in the bottom-right corner of the screen. A pop-up window will appear. On Android, tap ⋮ in the top-right corner of the screen to prompt a drop-down menu. It's in the menu. Doing so opens your Firefox mobile history page. Tapping an item will open it in Firefox, while swiping left over an item will remove it from your browsing history. To clear your entire Firefox history, tap ☰ or ⋮, tap Settings, tap Clear Private Data, tap Clear Private Data (iPhone) or Clear now (Android), and tap OK (iPhone) or CLEAR DATA (Android). | Open Firefox. Tap ☰. Tap History. Review your Firefox history. |
Leopard tortoises need a high-fiber, high-calcium, low-protein diet, so grasses and straw are the perfect food for them. Timothy, orchard, brome, oat, and meadow grass are all good choices for indoor enclosures. In the outdoor enclosure, let the tortoise graze on palatable weeds and wild plants such as clover, dandelions, and wild grass. In an outdoor enclosure, you might want to plant some grass or alfalfa for the tortoises to eat. Feed adults 2-3 times weekly and hatchlings daily. While grasses and straw should provide 50%-80% of your tortoise's diet, dark, leafy greens like kale and collards are great supplemental choices. You can also offer veggies such as the following, cut into bite-size pieces: carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, carrots, and bell peppers. Cut-up fruit can be offered as a very rare treat, but less than once a month—the high water content would cause gastrointestinal issues if your tortoise eats fruit too often. Iceberg lettuce has next to no nutritional value and is not an ideal food source for a tortoise. Use a sturdy, low-sided water bowl that the tortoise can easily access for drinking. Whether indoors or outdoors, check regularly to make sure there is fresh water in the dish at all times. Empty and clean the bowl daily as well. Younger tortoises in particular may like to bathe in the water dish as well. This is fine—just make sure to keep the dish filled and clean, with shallow enough water to prevent drowning. Follow your vet's advice about whether commercial tortoise food pellets are a good choice for your pet. The pellets may provide nutrients that are lacking in your tortoise's regular diet, although most tortoises can thrive on a well-balanced grasses-and-hay diet. If you're diluting the pellets with greens and other food items, the diet may become imbalanced, so it's best to talk to the vet to set up the best diet plan for your individual leopard tortoise. Provide supplements only if (and how) recommended by your vet. Due to their rate of growth, a leopard tortoise's demand for calcium and mineral trace elements is high. A calcium-D3 daily supplement might be recommended for juveniles and, less often, adults. | Offer a diet of grasses and straw. Give the tortoise dark leafy greens and veggies a few times a week. Provide a constant supply of clean, fresh water. Give commercial tortoise feed and/or supplements as recommended. |
Moisture under the breasts can lead to skin infections and rashes. Work to keep the underside of your breasts dry to prevent rashes. Clean and dry the skin under your breast after workouts. Make sure to dry underneath your breasts on occasion on hot days when you're sweating a lot. You may want to use a fan to dry under your breasts. It's possible a certain product you're using may be contributing to a skin rash. If you've been using a new soap, shampoo, lotion, fabric detergent, or other product that has contact with your skin cease use. See if symptoms clear up. If they do, avoid that product in the future. A bra that's too big or too small could contribute to skin irritation that causes rashes on the breast. Buy bras made out of cotton that use high-grade elastic materials. You should not buy bras made out of synthetic fabrics, as these can irritate the skin. If you're unsure of your bra size, go to your local department store and ask for a fitting. Avoid underwires if possible, or make sure they aren't poking or irritating your skin. Cotton fabrics can help reduce moisture under the breasts. It's more breathable than other fabrics options and more readily absorbs moisture. Aim for clothing made out of 100% cotton fabrics. | Keep the underside of your breasts dry. Watch out for potential irritants. Wear a bra that fits you well. Switch to cotton fabric. |
Start brushing at the ends and slowly work your way up to the roots. You can apply a leave-in conditioner or dry conditioner before brushing to stop tangles from forming while brushing. You will temporarily stand upside down so that you can brush the underside of your hair at the back of your neck. Brush your hair forward over the crown of your head and down to the tips, toward the floor. Move all along the back of your neck and up to the sides of your head, beside your ears. You can also move sections of hair to brush hard-to-reach layers. Brush for 3-5 minutes. Avoid getting dizzy by standing back up slowly so that your body has time to adjust. Again, brush for another 3-5 minutes, moving all around the top of your head. Brush in slow, gentle strokes to avoid hair breakage and to stimulate the scalp. Part your hair to brush in different sections as needed. Brushing your hair with a natural boar bristle brush can be done up to three times per day, but doing it at least once daily is recommended. | Brush out your hair to detangle it. Bend at the waist to flip your head upside down. Brush your hair in long, gentle strokes starting at the base of your neck. Straighten slowly to stand upright again. Repeat brushing your hair as you did before, starting at the roots and brushing downward to the tips. Repeat up to three times per day. |
Consider why you are getting the negative attention from men and women. Is the attention stemming from comments you make, the way you look, or how you act around members of the opposite sex? Some may confuse sexual exploits with popularity or love. Sleeping with many people can be damaging to your reputation. Ask the why behind your behavior and attitude. What caused you to be this way? What is causing others to see you as easy? Use a journal to reflect on what's going on inside your mind. Write down what you're thinking and how you want to change. Make practical goals for yourself. Prioritize first things first. Ask yourself what is most important in your life. Choose to put yourself, your friends, and your family members before any sexual relationships. Do things that will make you happy. Optimistic people tend to live healthier lives. Focus on getting good grades in school or earning a promotion at work. Try picking up a hobby like hiking, playing games, painting, or blogging. Know that it's okay to say no. You've already taken the first step in improving the way other people view you. Do not be a pushover and allow people to walk all over your thoughts and feelings. If someone is asking you to do something you'll feel uncomfortable doing, respond that you don't have time or that you've made prior arrangements. If someone will not stop bothering you, avoid meeting or talking to that person completely. Look in the mirror, and ask yourself what you'd like to see. Do you want to be perceived as professional, classy, smart, or refined? Dress for the role or job you want, and consider the legacy you'd like to leave. Your clothes shouldn't be too tight, short, or revealing. It's not a crime to cover up. Wear whatever you're comfortable, confident, and feeling good about, but ensure that you're out to protect yourself from any future harmful behaviors. Avoid wearing risque clothing such as fishnets, thigh-high boots, or things that promote sexual innuendos. | Recognize that you are being seen as easy. Change your focus. Be consistent and strong. Get a makeover. |
After your Sisterlock appointment, your consultant will give you a “starter kit,” which comes with specialty shampoo, small rubber bands, and a tip sheet about grooming and shampooing. To keep your locks as tight as possible, you must follow these instructions exactly. Typically, these instructions call to wash your hair every 1-2 weeks. If you use other shampoo or do not use the tip sheet, you can damage your locks or roots and disturb the Sisterlock process. Divide your hair into 4 even sections to separate your hair into bundles. Use your fingers to section your hair in half, and then separate those halves into 2 sections each. For extra protection, braid each bundle of hair, then tuck the ends and secure each braid with a rubber band, creating a braided loop. Your trained Sisterlocks Consultant will instruct you according to your individual needs. In general you should bundle your hair in sections before you wash it. Section your Sisterlocks into as many portions as needed to comfortably bundle them. For longer locks, you should have 8 to 10 section which should be braided loosely leaving room at the scalp. Fold the ends up towards the head and rubber band them into place. Shorter hair will require more bundles. To bundling your short locks you should slip a rubber band around a small section. Wrap the rubber band close to the base of the locks until it is secure. If your locks are long enough, fold the your ends down toward your head and secure them with the last wrap of the rubberband. Make sure you leave room at the scalp if possible. This is the proper technique to use when washing your hair. Bundling your hair helps your locks stay tightly coiled. When you first get your Sisterlocks, use the 4oz (118.3 mL) starter bottle that comes in your kit. Wet your hair thoroughly in the shower, and work the shampoo through your hair, moving from root to tip. Always wash with your fingertips, rather than your nails. If you change the direction of your application, your Sisterlocks and get loose and fuzzy. The Sisterlock shampoo is specially formulated to clean your hair and scalp while keeping the shape of your locks. The starter kit shampoo typically lasts 2-3 shampoos, depending on your hair length. When you run out of the starter kit, purchase more Sisterlock shampoo from your consultant or the Sisterlock website. After you apply the shampoo, rinse the product out of your hair while gently massaging your scalp. Then, squeeze out the excess moisture using your hands while you are still in the shower. Wrap a towel around your head so your locks can mostly dry. The amount of time your hair needs to dry depends on your hair length and hair type. Do not use heating tools to help dry your hair. This will harm the integrity of your locks. After your hair is mostly or completely dry, take your hair out of the bundles and remove any rubber bands. If you braided your bundles, undo the braided sections after you release the bundles. Then, use your fingers to separate each lock individually. If your hair is too wet and you take out the braids, this can loosen your locks. Separating the locks individually helps them lay flat and straight rather than kinked. | Read over the instructions in your Sisterlock starter kit. Bundle your hair in sections before you wash it. Apply the Sisterlock shampoo directly to your scalp. Rinse out the shampoo completely and dry your hair with a microfiber towel. Undo each of the bundles and separate the locks once they dry a bit. |
While having snakes on your property might be hard to avoid, you definitely don't want them entering your home again.Snakes like cool and dark places, so you should seal any entrances to your basement with diameters that are larger than a quarter inch in diameter. They also could be entering through loose window frames or door sweeps, so you can make sure those are securely fastened. Any vents or drains that lead into your home can be covered with screening, so that the snakes cannot pass through. If you have birds in your backyard or a rodent problem in your home, you may be attracting snakes onto your property. It's often hard, however, to get rid of small mammals who are native to the area, especially those who are part of your ecosystem. Snakes love mice and rats. Because our buildings are made mainly out of timber, rodents often find shelter in the space between the exterior and interior walls. If you hear scratching noises or find evidence of mouse trails in your kitchen, get an expert to solve the problem. Remember, no mice, no snakes! Leaving out your pet food can also attract mice which will, in turn, attract snakes. Cover up your pet food when they aren't eating, or bring the food inside A mouse can easily get through a hole the size of a pencil. If there are holes in your walls, fill them immediately.High-pitched sound devices are now becoming a popular way to discourage vermin from entering homes; evidence shows some positive results. Remember, snakes always follow their food source. Whether or not you are attracting them intentionally, birds inhabiting your yard will attract snakes. Bird feeders will not only attract birds into your area, but also mice and rats, who will feed on any fallen seed. While snakes might not be interested in the seed itself, they will be interested in the animals that feed on it. Natural bird repellents are rarely effective, and you don't want to be poisoning any birds or snakes in your area.If you want to remove birds from your yard, you should start by filling any vents or holes in your home that might attract them to roost. Bird netting or sticky pads can repel certain species from setting up their nests in your yard. Scare tactics, such as audio recordings of their species in distress or predator decoys, can often be helpful. Just know that you'll have to cycle through a few options, as birds are intelligent and will adapt. If you're still having trouble keeping snakes away, you can prevent snakes from entering your yard by building a snake fence.Take a strong piece of steel and stick it the ground, flush to your fence. Angle it at 30 degrees, so the snake won't be able to scale it and enter your yard. You might also want to consider trimming your grass or shrubs, as small predators like snakes love to hide in these shaded, overgrown areas. Use mortared rocks instead of freely stacked stones, as snakes will hide within your rock walls. If you're concerned about your children or pets, you can build a small fenced off area for them to play in, minimizing the risk of them coming across a snake. | Stop snakes from entering your home. Find out why the snake entered your area. Remove rats from your property. Reduce the number of nesting birds in your yard. Modify your yard. |
Although your behavior is certainly a big part of who you are, it isn't everything and doesn't point to everything you're capable of doing. Think about great artists, athletes, musicians, and business people who started out small and may have been rejected at first. Your sense of self doesn't need to depend entirely on your current or past behavior. Instead of taking criticism as a personal attack on your worth as a person, think of it as localized to the particular action being discussed. If you're being criticized for writing a bad essay, consider the fact that with practice you could write a better essay. Accept the criticism without over-generalizing. Be generous about the other person's intent. They may actually want to offer constructive criticism and help you do a better job in the future. After hearing them out, you can assess whether their intentions are good or if they're simply attacking you. If it's an attack, you can simply disregard what they're saying. Avoid taking "good" criticism personally. Receiving constructive criticism is actually an important part of learning how to improve your abilities. For example, if you are taking an English class and the teacher points our an error in your writing, thank her for her input, which will help you become a better writer. Research shows that the ability to be vulnerable is tied to being successful and happy. Being willing to listen to criticism is an important form of vulnerability. If the criticism is targeted toward a specific behavior and you do see room for improvement, be thankful for the attention brought to your performance, so that you can correct the mistake. Criticism can actually contain gifts that lead to a better version of yourself, even if the person's intentions aren't kind. Be patient with yourself. Self-improvement can be a powerful force in your life, but self-compassion is an essential component to positive growth. Practice makes perfect, so consider this experience an opportunity to hone your criticism-handling skills. Thank the person for giving you an occasion to practice the behaviors listed in this guide. Only thank the person if it's genuine! Sarcasm may feel satisfying in the moment, but it's a hostile mode of communication that's frequently perceived as negative and can create additional friction between you. | Separate yourself from the criticism. Hear the person out. Do better next time. Use the experience to grow. |
A male plant, compared to a female plant of the same strain, generally has a thicker stalk. That is because it gets taller than female plants and needs to be able to support the weight. They also have fewer leaves than female plants. If male plants are allowed to pollinate, they will severely lower the potential crop of your female plants. That's because, once fertilized, female plants spend energy producing seeds instead of THC, leading to a smaller harvest. If you are growing indoors you will likely be visiting your plants regularly, so the following checks should be easy to do. You need to check every plant to determine if it is male or female, as one rogue male can wreck your harvest. In general, male plants show their sex 7-10 days (indoor) or 3 weeks (outdoor) before female plants. The little balls that grow on the joints of the stalk (where the other branches meet the main stalk) are the main indicators of male plants. These flowers release pollen and need to be removed for a better crop. If you're trying to create new plants or reproduce, you need to leave these balls undisturbed. Female plants will have these bulbs too, but will also have long, translucent hairs on them. If you only see 1-2 on a plant, wait and see if more develop before cutting them. Marijuana plants can grow both sex organs. If you see any of the tell-tale male buds, you should trim them like you would a normal male plant. They will still release pollen that can ruin your crop. "Hermies" are generally undesirable plants, and they can ruin a small crop with their pollen if you're not careful. Once you've determined a plan is male, you need to get rid of it or it will ruin your crop. Do not try and remove the buds by hand, as missing even a few will significantly decrease your crop. While most growers simply throw the plants out, a few keep them around for breeding purposes. If you do, put them in a separate room from the females, and make sure you don't track pollen in from the male room to the female room on your clothes or hands. | Look thicker, sturdier stalks with fewer leaves on male plants. Check your plants regularly from July to September to sex them. Check the joints on the stalk for male flowers. Know that hermaphroditic (both sexes) plants exist, and should be treated as males. Throw out or remove male plants unless you specifically want seeds. |
Tell your parent that you’re worried about them. Point out any health hazards in their house. If you are living in the home, explain how their hoarding affects you. For instance, you could say, “Dad, I’m concerned about your quality of life here. It's hard to get from one room to another, and all these papers are a fire hazard.” If their hoarding affects you, say so. You might say, "I'm too embarrassed to invite friends over and I get picked on at school because of how our yard looks." Or, "I'm worried social services will come and take me and my sister away if this doesn't get better." Hoarding is a serious mental health issue, and what you may see as garbage might be something your parent regards as valuable or sentimental. Don't say anything like, “It's really gotten awful in here,” or, “How can you live in this place?” Remember that your parent sees their clutter differently than you do, and if you’re critical or harsh about it, they may not listen to anything else you have to say. Use a neutral word like “stuff” or “things” for your parent's possessions, not “junk.” If you're living there, stick to the facts about how it affects you rather than dwelling about it being "gross" or "inappropriate." Tell your parent you want to help them clean up their place. Ask them what they’re having trouble with and how you could help them best. If you live in the home, you may have already spotted places where clutter is out of control. Offer to start there. If you live outside your parent's home, say something like, “I’d like to help you make more of your living space usable again. How would you like me to start?” If you live there, you might say, "I'd love to be able to have a barbecue. How about we start clearing out the yard so friends and family can come over? I'm happy to help." Your parent might deny they have a problem or reject your offer to help. If they aren't in immediate danger, there's not much you can do. Let them know that your offer still stands if and when they decide to make a change. If you don't feel comfortable visiting your parent at their house, set a boundary that you’ll only visit in a neutral place, like a park or restaurant. If you are concerned about safety because of your parent's hoarding, then you may want to encourage them to seek professional help to make the environment safe again. | Express your concern. Avoid being judgmental. Offer to help. Accept that your parent may not be willing to change. |
It's in the left sidebar. It's the icon with two music notes in at the top of the app. This will display music folders you can import music from. You can use music from your music folder, or Google Drive. You can also do a voice-over with your microphone, or click "Get Sound Clips" to download sound effects. You can hear a sample of what the music track sounds like by clicking or tapping the Play triangle all the way to the right. It's the icon with a plus sign across from the name of the sound clip. This will add the sound to the timeline at the bottom of the screen. The sound clips are the purple wave files that go underneath the image and video files. Tap the sound file in the timeline to put it in editing mode. There are a few options you have to edit the sound clip. Trim the clip. Drag the purple dots on the side of the sound clip to shorten or lengthen the sound clip without deleting any part of it. Split audio clip. Click or Tap the icon that resembles a razor to split the sound clip in to two parts at the playhead. Delete audio clip. Tap the trashcan icon to remove the audio clip from the timeline. Edit Tools. The only two edit tools for audio clips are volume and duplicate. | Click or Tap the icon with the filmstrip and music notes. Click or tap the music icon. Click or tap a sound folder. Click or tap a music track. Click or tap . Edit sound file. |
Squeeze the access water from your hair. Use a clean, dry towel to pat your hair, beginning at the roots. Use a gentle side to side motion. Do not create friction or split ends by rubbing the towel with your hands with hair in between. For curly hair, use a wide-toothed comb for your hair to remain flatter. For straight hair, use a fine-toothed comb to smooth. If your hair is completely dry before styling with product, it will dry to look greasy and have a crunchy texture to the touch. Allow the mousse product to work with the moisture in your hair to create a shine that will last all day. If you hair is damaged with dryness and split ends from blow drying and hair tools, use a leave-in conditioner once a week to improve your hair. Strong and moisturized hair creates a great foundation for natural oils and healthy shine. Use a medium or cool setting to protect your hair from overheating and drying out. Following the instructions for hair type will help your hair be shiny and vivacious. For curly hair, attach a diffuser to use with your blow dryer. Take the dryer in one hand, and gently grab a section of your hair with your other. Slowly move the diffuser over your hair in sections until it is dry. For straight hair, attach a nozzle to your blow dryer and point the blow dryer from the top of your head down. Finish with cold air to seal in the shine. | Dry your hair using a towel. Leave your hair slightly damp for styling with mousse. Blow dry your hair completely if you are not using mousse. |
If you have some cornstarch on hand in your kitchen, mix a tablespoon (15 mL) of cornstarch with a tablespoon (15 mL) of water. Mix this into your curry while it's boiling to get it to thicken. If necessary, you can add a bit more water and cornstarch if your curry doesn't thicken with one tablespoon (15 mL) of each. Two tablespoons of flour (30 mL) mixed with two tablespoons (30 mL) of a cooking fat like butter can thicken curry. Remove a cup of curry (240 mL) and mix it with your flour and cooking fat mixture. Return the curry to the main pot and mix it in to thicken your curry. You can add in a bit more flour if your curry doesn't thicken the first time. Arrowroot thickens curry just like cornstarch. Add a tablespoon (15 mL) of arrowroot to your curry and then mix it in. If your curry doesn't thicken, add a little bit more at a time until you get the right consistency. | Try cornstarch. Use flour and cooking fat. Add arrowroot. |
If your drive made a clicking sound the first time you plugged it in, any time you plug it in again causes loss of data by damaging the magnetic layer on the drive. Do not attempt this self-repair if the data is important to you for work or legal reasons. Some of these techniques are "Hail Mary" attempts that will either work or render your drive truly, finally, really dead. This will totally and finally kill any part of data that is not already damaged. Hold the drive in one hand and firmly spin it back and forth, listening for any noises as you do so. This may seem like "not doing anything", but actually if anything is loose, you may cause it to break!!! If you can't hear any noises, a likely cause—especially if you have an older drive, or one which ran very hot to the touch—is a seized head bearing or spindle. The following steps can be considered: If you open up the drive, you are likely to kill whatever was still able to be saved. Pre-heat a domestic oven at its lowest setting for five minutes or so, then turn it off. Place the drive in the oven for 2-5 mins, until it's warmed up. Please note that warming it up -- whether it has already crashed or not -- can and will make it die. Remove the drive and repeat the first step. If you still can't hear any noises, go on to the next step. However, if there is a difference, reattach the drive to your computer and listen for spin-up of the drive and normal clicking that indicates head activity. If all seems well so far, try to access the drive, and move your data onto a good drive. If needed, reheat the device and, while holding the drive in one hand, sharply spin and hit the drive on a hard surface. This is drastic of course but may help free the heads from any binding. If anything was still alive on your hard drive, it would now be totally and finally dead. Repeat the first step. Can you hear head movement now? If yes, re-attach the drive to your computer, and try accessing the drive. If you can hear a rhythmic "click" in time with the movement, the chances are that the drive heads are free on their mounts and are not jammed. Check that you don't hear any rattling noises when you rotate the drive gently (back and forth) through 90 degrees. This would indicate loose and disconnected components inside the drive and are beyond the scope or intent of this article. Another option—a controversial one—is freezing the drive. This is a last-ditch effort, and you may only get the drive back long enough to copy off important files, but if all else fails, it's worth a try. Seal the drive in a zip-lock bag, and remove as much air as possible. Pop the drive into the freezer for a few hours. Plug the drive back into the computer and give it a try. If it doesn't work immediately, power down, remove the drive, then smack it on a hard surface such as a table or floor. Re-attach the drive, and try again. If it works, save your files, then toss the drive. If it doesn't, your drive will now be beyond all methods of professional help!! | Read this first! Physically test the drive. Warm it up. Chill it down. |
You will receive a thorough training before becoming a suicide hotline worker. Your training should indicate steps you take in every call, resources available, how to troubleshoot situations, and who to ask if you need help. Make sure you understand all of these steps before you begin taking calls. If you do not understand something, ask. You will receive hands-on training, including participating in role-playing exercises, answering mock phone calls, and watching other workers take calls, before you answer calls on your own. Make sure you follow your agency's rules on confidentiality, for both you and the client. Some agencies have you use an alias to protect your identity. While it may feel frustrating to not be able to follow-up with the person who called you, understand that it helps you focus on staying in the moment to prevent a crisis, and not dwelling on things you may not be able to change. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is a suicide-prevention technique that anyone can learn and use, whether you work in a crisis management capacity or are just a concerned citizen. Those trained in QPR learn suicide warning signs and become “gatekeepers,” or people in a position to recognize a crisis and suicide warning signs. Question the person about suicide directly. Talk to them about any suicidal ideation, plans, timelines, or means. Assess their immediate risk. Persuade the person to get help. Be a supportive listener and empathize with their concerns. Then you could say, for example, “I want to make sure that you have a way to stay safe right now. Who can you call right now who can come over and stay with you?” Refer for help. Assess their support network and other protective factors (relationships and behaviors that reduce likelihood of suicide). Utilize some of these support systems already in place to get them help. Your hotline may have additional resources to which you can connect your caller. Understand that different cultures and groups of people may have different needs and concerns. If you are working in an area that has a large population of a group of people with whom you are not familiar, you may want to have some additional training on common problems and how to work with that particular community. For example, you may want to take additional training courses on how to help suicidal youth, LGBTQ+ individuals, the elderly, or veterans. Check with your organization to see if they offer in-house trainings on different populations, or if they recommend outside organizations that can help you. If you are on a call trying to manage a difficult situation, or if you feel like you are unable to be an effective helper for this caller, follow your organization's protocol to get assistance. Remember that different people are more susceptible to different emotional triggers than others. Keep your ego in check. Remember, it's not about you, it's about helping the caller survive. Do whatever you can to keep the caller safe, even if that means asking for help. Know that in your role as a hotline counselor, you will likely be exposed to many difficult situations. Understand you may even hear a person attempt and/or complete suicide over the phone. Your training will help you develop effective strategies to handle your own emotions while working on the hotline. Connect with other volunteers and supervisors on your hotline to prepare for difficult calls, and to for suggestions on how to take care of yourself after particularly traumatic calls. | Follow your agency’s protocol. Follow your QPR training. Get training on different populations. Ask for help. Prepare for deep emotional impact. |
Act when the vaccine is released. There is an annual window to receive the vaccine before peak flu season, and it's only a few months. Vaccines are typically produced earlier in the year, with shipments arriving in stores a few months later, usually around July or August. Influenza can occur at any time, but most activity ranges from October to May. The zenith of the problems in the United States is from December to February. To best protect yourself against contracting the flu, get the shot before the fall. In addition, the body needs time to build immunity, so getting the vaccine before the flu season gives the body a chance to do this. There are two doses for children aged six months to eight years old, and ensuring an early delivery of the first dose allows plenty of time for the second dose. The second dose must be given at least four weeks after the first, and should be administered prior to flu season for maximum efficacy. Wait if you are moderately or severely ill. You should wait until you recover before getting flu vaccine. If you are ill, talk to your doctor or nurse about whether to reschedule the vaccination. People with a mild illness can usually get the vaccine. | Get the vaccine before peak flu season. Try to get the vaccine by October if possible. Go early for childhood vaccinations. |
Make sure the exercises you choose specifically target the waist. Avoid doing the old-style crunch. It can damage your spine. Stand with a pole between your shoulders. Keep your back straight, and your feet apart. Twist your waist from side to side while looking straight ahead. See how many rotations you can do. Try to do as many as 50 rotations. Instead of a crunch, try a curl. Lie on your back. Your hands should be palm down. Tuck them under your back. Bend your knees and lift your head and shoulders – but only a bit. If you get bored with typical exercises, why not buy a hula hoop? If you hoop for just a few minutes a day, you will end up with a smaller waist. Even hula hooping for 10 minutes a day has been found to reduce waist size! You can also burn 100 calories a day just with a few minutes of daily hula hooping. To hoop better, keep your back straight, bring the hoop against your back when you start hooping, and try not to turn your hips too much. Put your right foot slightly before the left. Spin the hoop counterclockwise and then shift your hips from front to back to keep the hoop moving. You need to keep your core engaged, making the hoop stay above your hips. One study found that hooping for 30 minutes, three times a week took 3-6 inches off the waist in just a month. Circuit training is a great choice for an exercise program because it involves elements of strength training, resistance training, and cardio, all of which will help you pare your waist. Pilates features many poses that work on the core. A typical circuit training program would involve 4 circuits that feature different exercises, which you do for about 12-15 reps about three times each and then rotate. Circuit training often involves such exercises as squats, push ups, vertical jumps, resistance bands, and using light dumbbells. Pilates will tone your waistline because it focuses on poses that will create a strong core. If exercise isn't cutting it for you, you could try the latest celebrity trend: Waist training. Jessica Alba is among the celebrities who have tried this technique, which she did to help regain her figure after having a baby. Basically waist training means you wear a corset on a daily basis. Buy a waist trainer (or corset, or waist cincher) that has flexible bones in it, so you can breathe. Don't expect instant results, though. Waist training can take months to be visible. You could also try buying a waterproof cord you wear underneath your clothes around your waist, and you tighten it as you lose weight. This will help you realize when your stomach is expanding. | Try waist turns and curls. Try hooping. Join a pilates or circuit training program. Try waist training. |
Partners should be seated across from each other. If there are more than four people playing the game make sure that partners are not sitting next to each other. Players should sit around a table where each person has access to the center of the table. If there is an even number of players, the person who is designated as the dealer can rotate between each player. When playing with an odd number of players, one person can be selected as the dealer while the other players have a partner to collect four of a kind. If you are playing with six or eight players, place six or eight cards respectively in the center. The cards in the center of the table are available for anyone to choose. The dealer or a designated starter will say “3, 2, 1, Go!” Each player selects a card from the discard pile to add to his hand. When a card is selected from the discard pile, the player will discard one card from his hand to only have 4 cards in his hand at any given time. Take turns going around clockwise. Each turn, a player must pick up one card and discard one card. | Sit around a table or in a circle on the floor. Deal four cards to each player. Place four cards face up in the center of the table. Begin the game. |
When you first get your cookware, treat it like you would any other cookware. Wash it in warm water with a mild dish soap. Rinse it thoroughly and dry it completely. Season your cookware with oil to help prevent food from sticking to it. Never immerse hot cookware in cold water. Rather, allow your pans to cool completely before washing. Cold water can warp a hot pan. This is only relevant for hot pans and cold water. Putting hot pans in hot water or cold pans in hot water will not warp your cookware. Wash your cookware by hand. Use a mild dish washing liquid and hot or warm water. Clean your cookware as soon as possible after using it. This will help maintain it and make washing it easier. | Wash your cookware before you use it. Prevent warping while washing your pans. Wash with soap and hot water. |
Gay men, in particular, may have had years of self doubt and questioning due to living with homophobia in all its forms. This takes time and effort to shake off! Take the time to identify what you think is beautiful about yourself, and nurture that beauty instead of doubting it. You should also believe other people when they tell you you are beautiful. They are telling you the truth as they see it! It can be hard to find stereotypically "gay" aspects of your composure or personality beautiful. This is because straight society has defined these things as undesirable. Instead of falling prey to these ideas, embrace your "gay voice" or mannerisms that are stereotypically associated with gay men. Attractiveness may have less to do with physical traits than other character traits, such as a sense of humor or a sharp intellect. Become really good at something. Do projects or hobbies you love to do. Develop a career that is fulfilling. Having passions, skills, and pursuits makes you a more interesting, and attractive, person. It can be easy to see someone and think, "I wish I could look that good." This can be especially hard in the gay community, where looks and traditional attractiveness tends to take center stage. However, this accomplishes nothing. Instead of comparing yourself to others, embrace your own looks. Learn to recognize your own beauty, and let the good aspects of your looks and style make you feel more confident. There is no one way to be a beautiful and attractive gay man. Some gay men find skinny, hairless men beautiful. Other gay men prefer hairy, large men. In other words, if you want to feel beautiful you don't necessarily need to change yourself. Instead, you can surround yourself with people who like you as you are! It is undeniable that it feels good when someone else thinks you are beautiful. If you are around people that fill you with self doubt and self hatred, those people are toxic. Find other people that can see the beauty that already exists in you. | Work on developing your self esteem. Fight internalized homophobia. Focus on developing your passions and skills. Don't compare yourself to others. Find a gay community that embraces your beauty. |
If you sell concessions at your theater—popcorn, candy, soft drinks, etc.—these can be major profit earners, and in many cases the largest source of profits. Concessions can be big earners because their prices can be marked up significantly. For instance, popcorn itself is relatively inexpensive for a movie theater owner to purchase, but can be sold to moviegoers at many times its wholesale value. Popcorn, candy, nachos, soft drinks and other snacks are standard in many theaters. You can choose to include more specialized food, or even alcohol, depending on local regulations. You can sell screen space to local businesses who want to advertise to your audiences. This is another important source of revenue, especially for smaller theaters. A subscription model allows moviegoers to buy passes valid for a certain amount of time (a month, six months, a year, etc.) that will allow them entrance to a number of movies at your theater. This model allows you to compete with home video streaming services, and is likely to result in repeat customers while still being profitable. Subscription models can be especially beneficial for independent theaters. Your subscription model can offer passes valid for unlimited movies, or for a limited number, within the time period. You can also offer multiple levels or “perks” with different passes. A standard subscription might include just the cost of admission, while a premium package could include cost of admission and a popcorn, etc. If you operate an independent theater, consider using it for other purposes. You can generate more revenue by renting out your space for events, like birthdays parties, group meetings, etc. You will have to decide on pricing for rentals, as well as policies regarding use and clean-up. The scheduling for such events will also have to work so that they don't interfere with the movie run schedule. | Pay attention to concessions. Offer on-screen advertising. Consider a subscription model. Offer theater rentals for other events. |
Buy as little as possible and avoid items that come in lots of packaging. Start good habits on Earth Day and carry them through all year long. Here are a few ways you can reduce, reuse and recycle: Support local growers and producers of food and products. These don't have to travel as far and so reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Take your drink container with you, and don't use any disposable plates or cutlery. Recycle all the things you do use for the day or find other uses for things that you no longer use. Carry a cloth bag for carrying things in and recycle your plastic bags. Try making up a simple vinegar-and-water counter cleaner, or swapping out your bleach cleaner for a less-toxic orange-based one. Making your own cleaning products saves money and packaging. Homemade cleaning products also often work just as well as of industrial-strength chemicals. A solution of half vinegar, half water can be used to clean floors, bathrooms, cabinets, counters, and just about anything else in your home. To remove stains from carpeting, clothing or other fabrics, make a paste with baking soda and water. Let it sit on the stain for a few minutes, then scrub it away with a toothbrush. Instead of using store-bought toys, help kids appreciate the beauty of reusing something old to make it fun and new. Tell kids to get creative and come up with their own ideas for how to make something around the house into a toy. Here are a few ideas: Build a birdhouse or make a bird feeder to encourage the local bird population, which plays an important role in every ecosystem. Turn used guitar strings into a centerpiece. Make a basket from an old orange juice carton. Convert an old floppy disk into a Starship Enterprise. Wear a skirt made out of old umbrellas. Hold a garage sale, donate, or reuse household items. Many of us take up a lot of natural resources with stuff we don't really need, want or use. Ironically, there's a still lot of people who don't have basic necessities. Plus, a lot of your unwanted clutter can be used by local charities to resell for much-needed cash. Another idea is to hold a clothing swap. This can be a fun, free way for friends, relatives, co-workers, neighbors, and the like to find new wardrobe finds. (You can combine with an Earth Day lunch or dinner, too!) Learn about product exchange communities like Freecycle and other alternatives. Instead of throwing out your food scraps, turn them into the soil for your garden. This process is called composting. Banana peels, egg shells, carrot tops and avocado skins don't belong in the trash, where they'll just end up in a landfill. To start composting, Collect all of your food scraps (except for meat and dairy products) in a closed bin. Add leaves, sticks, grass clippings and other organic items to the mix. Turn the mixture every few days using a pitchfork. The compost will break down into a rich, brown soil after several months of turning. | Reduce, reuse and recycle. Buy or make Earth-friendly cleaning products. Entertain kids with homemade crafts and toys. Sell or donate used items instead of throwing them away. Start a compost bin. |
If you don't wash your comforter before storing it, dead skin cells, foods, oils, and stains left on the comforter will attract bugs and cause it to deteriorate faster. Wash your comforter in a front-loading washing machine with mild detergent. A down comforter should be washed on a delicate cycle or hand washed. Having your down comforter dry-cleaned is also an option. Put your down comforter in the dryer and set the heat to low. It might take several hours for the comforter to completely dry due to its size and weight. Place a dryer ball or dryer ring in with your comforter to help prevent it from clumping while drying. If you have a synthetic comforter, you can let it air dry as an alternative to using a dryer. Down comforters should not air dry. Always try to use a large-capacity dryer — comforters become even heavier once they're soaking wet, and you don't want your dryer to break due to the weight and strain. Making sure the comforter is completely dry before storing it will help prevent mold and mildew from forming. Once your comforter comes out of the dryer, touch it to see if it's still damp. If it is still wet, you can either throw it back in the dryer to run another cycle, or you can lay it out overnight. | Wash your comforter with mild detergent. Dry your comforter on low heat in a large-capacity dryer. Feel your comforter to make sure it's completely dry. |
Any pruning cut should be made within 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) above an emerging rose bud. Cutting the rose branch at an angle near a bud will prevent water from collecting on the top of the cut. The main tool you’ll use for snipping off rose branches is a pair of pruning shears, curved on both edges. If you’re pruning thick stems near the center of the rose bush, use a long pruning saw or lopping shears, depending on how far you need to reach to make the cut. One of the primary goals in pruning rose bushes is to remove any extraneous branches and stems from the bush that could impede the flow of air. Cut off branches until you can see through from 1 side of the bush to the other with relatively few branches in your way. A rose bush that is gnarled and choked will have a poor air supply at its center. Consequently, the branches and buds in the middle of the bush won't grow. Suckers are small, unwanted rose growths which graft on to the roots of large, established rose bushes. If left to grow, suckers will drain away nutrients from the rose bushes. If you notice a sucker at the base of a plant, dig down through the soil until you find the place where the sucker has grafted onto the root. In most cases, you can use your hand to tear off the small suckers from the roots of rose bushes. If the suckers are more than 1⁄8 inch (0.32 cm), though, you may need to use the shears to cut them off. Rose branches can be easily damaged during the winter by animals or people running into the bush or by winter winds snapping off branches. If you see any stems that are damaged, prune the stem. This applies whether the damaged branch is almost entirely severed already, or just slightly cracked. If damaged areas are not cut, they often lead to diseased branches. Branches with lesions or discoloration are a clear sign of disease. The diseases that afflict most types of rose bushes are fungal, so you may notice patches of what looks like mildew creeping down the rose stems, or a red-mottled color on the stalk. Trim the rose stem at least 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) below diseased tissue. After trimming potentially diseased branches, it's important to sterilize your pruning shears. Do this by spraying the blades with a household cleaner like Lysol, or by dipping the blades in isopropyl alcohol. While pruning for dead and diseased branches can be done at any time of year, it's especially important to do during winter, before rose bushes “wake up” and begin to grow. | Cut branches at a 45-degree angle right above the buds. Remove extra branches that are crowding the bush’s center. Tear off suckers at the root with your hands. Cut damaged branches 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) below the damaged area. Remove discolored branches with open lesions. |
Use WhatsApp to tell the world about a special product, skill or opportunity that you think would benefit others. Simply address the needs of your various contacts individually or send out a broadcast message to reach them all at once. Use the app's file sharing features to send out promotional graphics, videos and other assorted media. Start a mailing list that's only available to a specific set of your WhatsApp contacts. Rather than simply mentioning that you run a lawn care business or offer personal training, let your contacts see what you have to offer for themselves. Displaying a simple link can help you get the word out about your professional enterprises, helping you generate attention and interest. Create a custom signature for your messages that includes a link to your website or social media profiles. Express your ideas on a larger stage using WhatsApp's group video call feature. When users tune in, they’ll be able to see and hear you in real time. You can use PayPal to charge a small admission fee for viewing privileges, or only make the broadcast accessible to those who have paid dues to join a specific group. Ideally, you should be able to present some kind of specialized knowledge or information. Conducting seminars in multiple installments can increase the amount of profit you stand to make and give a wider audience a chance to join in. WhatsApp person-to-person format makes it well-suited for handling questions and concerns discreetly. Customers can text, send images of faulty products or even video chat with a live representative to come up with solutions. Respond to questions yourself or have a colleague or employee manage your business's support correspondence duties. Communication through WhatsApp is more fluid than programs like Facebook and Twitter, where comments might only be addressed a couple times a day. | Offer your services directly. Link to your website. Host an E-conference or seminar. Provide live customer support. |
There will come the time, of course, when you feel like you need to pop a pimple, but that should be the exception to the rule. Why is popping pimples not so great for your skin? Popping a pimple will actually damage the surrounding skin, introduce gunk and bacteria from your hands, and cause even more inflammation and redness. If you can, resist popping pimples! Wash your face once in the morning and once at night, before you go to bed. Be sure to remove any makeup you might have on your face before you go to sleep. Wash your face gently. No need to scrub furiously, like you're trying to remove a stain from the carpet. Gentler is better. Always moisturize after each wash. Washing your face strips the oil from your skin, which is both good and bad. Good because that oil is what gets infected and causes acne; bad because your skin is an organ, and like any other organ in your body, needs moisture. Many people find that exfoliating the skin once a week is a good way to prevent breakouts from happening. Exfoliating means removing the top layer of skin (the epidermis) so that it can't clog the pores, causing acne. Try not to exfoliate more than twice a week. There is too much of a good thing. Lots of over the counter (this means you can buy it at your friendly, local drugstore) acne medicines do help clear up acne, although they don't help to prevent it. If you have a small eruption of acne on your face that you don't want to pop, use some salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, or tea tree oil directly onto the skin at night. Studies have shown that stress has a negative impact on your skin, specifically making acne worse. Pretty much, when your body is stressed, the cells that regulate sebum production stop working. Sebum is the stuff that contributes to acne. Regular exercise is helpful both in jump starting your immune system and cutting down on stress. Try to do at least 30 minutes of simple exercises (such as walking) a day, and mix in three hour-long sessions of intense cardio during the week. Studies have shown that there is a link between sleep and stress: the less sleep you get, the more likely you are to be stressed, and we've already learned how bad stress is for acne. If you're still under the age of 18, shoot to get between nine and ten hours of sleep every night. Gels, mousses, hair sprays — these all can cause acne. Be careful with what you put in your hair, and how often you do so. Wash your hair about every other day. Don't go a week without washing your hair. Although beauticians may say it's good for your hair, the buildup of oil on your scalp can cause acne around your hairline. Scientists are beginning to believe that diet does play a role in how much acne you have. Eat a balanced diet of whole grains, fruits and vegetables, lean protein, fiber, and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Stay away from high-glycemic diets that involve a lot of refined sugars, simple carbohydrates, and saturated fats. Don't drink as much milk, if possible. Studies have found that people who drink more milk suffer from more acne than people who don't drink as much. Scientists believe that the hormone-laden dairy produces more sebum, causing acne and making it worse. These have been shown to reduce or eliminate acne in a variety of ways. Talk to your doctor or your dermatologist about which medications might be most effective for you. For females, oral contraceptives such as birth-control are sometimes used to treat acne. The birth control regulates the hormones produced by the body, cutting down on breakouts. Other oral antibiotics attack the bacteria that causes acne. They can assist in reducing the number of breakouts, as well as in fighting inflammation. Patients are usually given a higher dosage earlier on before being moved to a lower dosage. For severe cases, isotretinoin, or Accutane, is available through a prescription. Isotretinoin is a vitamin-A derivative that shrinks the glands that produce sebum. It comes with various risks and side-effects, which you should fully understand before embarking on a course of treatment. | Try to avoid popping your pimples. Wash your face consistently, morning and night. Exfoliate your skin every so often. Don't be afraid to use over the counter topical medicines. Reduce the amount of stress in your life. Do regular exercise. Get enough sleep. Wash your hair regularly and don't use tons of product. Watch what you eat. Take oral acne medications. |
Positive affirmations can help you look at your life in a more positive light and can ease your nervousness about upcoming events. Simply thinking positive thoughts about yourself and saying them aloud can help you be a less nervous, more grounded person. They can be especially useful before you have to do something important, or right when you start feeling nervous. If you get in the habit of using them daily, you’ll be living a more calm lifestyle. Before you do something you’re nervous about, just say, “I’m prepared and worthy. I’m going to do a great job,” or “I’m going to be great and there's nothing to worry about.” Close your eyes and try to imagine whatever it is you’re nervous about. Picture yourself walking into that room and doing your best, and having everyone around you responding positively. Picture yourself feeling calm and at peace. Open your eyes when you’re ready, and try to let this image sink in with you, as if it were a treasured memory. This may feel a bit silly, but it's a great way of “tricking” yourself into being calmer. If you’re nervous about something you have to do first thing in the morning, then you should practice positive visualization right before you fall asleep, so your success is one of the last things on your mind. Being more confident and secure in yourself can help you feel less nervous about any problems that come your way. If you take efforts to project confidence by standing taller, replacing negative thoughts with positive ones, and feeling more sure about your decisions, you’ll be on your way to feeling more confident and being calmer in the process. | Use positive affirmations. Use positive visualization. Build up your confidence. |
Dog food manufacturers will provide coupons in the coupon section of your Sunday newspaper. Try picking up a newspaper each week and clip out any dog food coupons that are included. Make sure that you check the expiration date on any coupons that you collect. Some may only be good for a couple of weeks while others may be good for several months. Some manufacturers may also make coupons for their products available online. Try searching the brand name of a dog food that you normally feed your dog and the word “coupons.” Keep in mind that some manufacturers may require you to provide an email or other personal information in exchange for a coupon. Another option for getting coupons and even some samples of your dog's favorite food is to write to the company. Visit the company's website to find out how to contact them and compose an email or letter to the company to request coupons and samples. Try writing something like: “My dog really loves (name of dog food, be specific about the type and flavor)! However, I am having some trouble affording the cost of his food right now. Would you be willing to send me some coupons and/or samples?” The best way to maximize your coupons is to use them in conjunction with a sale. This will ensure that you pay the least amount of money for your dog's food. Watch the ads for your local grocery and pet food stores to find out when your dog's food will be on sale. Sometimes you can even use a manufacturer's coupon with a store coupon to save even more money. Try to collect as many coupons for your dog's food as possible to maximize your savings. Watch for fine print. In some situations, you may not be able to use a coupon if the item is already on sale. Try to avoid these kinds of coupons because they will not save you as much. Pet food stores often have samples of pet food on hand to give to customers. These samples might only be enough for one portion, but you will still save a bit of money if you get a sample every time you go to the store. Try asking for samples at local pet food stores. For example, you can say something like, “I am really interested in this product, but I’d like to see if my dog will eat it first. Do you have any samples available?” | Clip coupons out of the newspaper. Search for coupons online. Contact dog food companies to ask for coupons and samples. Watch for sales to maximize coupons. Ask local pet stores for samples. |
You can exercise your face to make it look slimmer. This works by strengthening facial muscles, reducing saggy skin in the face. Try the cheek puff exercise. Simply take a deep breath and hold the air in your cheeks. Then push it to the other cheek. Do this several times throughout the day. A smile exercise that tightens the cheeks and mouth is to smile and clench your teeth for a few seconds. Don't squint your eyes. Then pucker your lips. Repeat. Do this on one side, and then switch sides. Pucker your lips for five seconds. Hold the pucker on the right, then switch to the left side of your face. If you have an expressive face and use your facial muscles a lot – even just by smiling and laughing a lot – your face will look more slender. If you do so, you will also see changes to your face. Exercise is also good for your health overall. This might mean just walking for 30 minutes most days a week. Or you could try a circuit training program 3-5 days a week. Any exercise is going to help boost your metabolism, reduce overall fat, and slim your face. Make sure that you don't make the mistake of thinking you can eat junk food because exercise will take care of it. Losing weight is mostly diet, although exercise will definitely strengthen the body and improve health. The body needs sleep to be healthy. There are many studies that correlate lack of sleep with weight gain. A fatigued body may bloat and also cause the facial muscles to sag. This can make the face look larger than normal. A good rule of thumb is to try to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. Try to have a regular sleeping schedule. From blowing balloons to hot towel treatments, there are many ideas out there that are said to slim the face. Blowing balloons will tone your cheeks because it exercises the muscles in them. Just blow a balloon and release the air in it, and do this 10 times. You should notice a difference in 5 days. Try putting hot towels on your face because some believe steam can help you reduce cheek fat. The face will sweat and release some fat stored in your face. Just put the towel into warm water, and then apply it to your face. Some think steam can help slim your face by removing toxins from it. Chew sugar-free gum for at least 20 minutes twice a day. This actually works as a facial exercise that will cut calories and tone your face. You could also try a facial massage using ginseng or wheat germ oil to stimulate blood circulation in the face. Start at your chin, moving upwards in a circular motion with your palms. | Try toning your face with facial exercises. Increase your metabolism by exercising the body. Get a lot of sleep to see a more slender face. Try creative options for slimming the face. |
If you spin around too much and get dizzy, there's a good chance you'll lose your balance and maybe even fall down. Never try to get dizzy in the kitchen, or anywhere indoors. The best place to get dizzy is outside, where there's plenty of grass and room to move around. Falling on the grass is ideal. If you have to be indoors, make sure there are no objects or toys on the ground, and that you're far enough away from furniture and walls that you won't get hurt. Don't spin so much that you'll fall down and you won't have to worry about getting hurt. Usually 7-8 spins will be enough to get you dizzy. You don't need much more than that. It's very hard to control your fall when you're super-dizzy, so it's easy to break a wrist or an arm, or hurt yourself worse. Dizziness and nausea are related. Unless you want to see what you ate for breakfast again today, don't make yourself dizzy if you've eaten something in the last hour or two. It's very important to have someone around if you're trying to make yourself dizzy. If your hurt yourself, someone who isn't all light-headed needs to be around to help you out, or steady you if you start to fall. Get your parents to watch you. If they say no, there's a good reason. Don't do it. If you're feeling too dizzy and you don't like it, just sit down and put your knees up and wrap your arms around them. Put your head in between your knees and just breathe deeply. Dizziness can be a sign of lots of different health problems, including blood sugar problems, eye problems, nerve problems, and imbalance in your inner ear. Dozens of kids in schools all around the world die each year from self-choking to get a "high." Cutting off the oxygen to your brain is extremely dangerous, and can result in serious long-term brain damage, heart problems, and even death. It's not a "high" that you feel, it's your brain dying from lack of oxygen. Don't let any kids at school try to talk you into it, or tell you that "it's not a big deal" or "it's a totally legal high." It's a really easy way to kill yourself accidentally. | Make sure the area is clear of obstacles. Don't over-do the spinning. Never get dizzy on a full stomach. Never get dizzy by yourself. Sit down if you feel nauseated. Never hold your breath or choke yourself to get dizzy. |
Traditional fish boil recipes use fish local to Wisconsin and Lake Michigan, such as lake trout and whitefish. However, you can use scrod, cod, haddock, or salmon if you don't have access to local whitefish. For this recipe, you’ll need (4) ½ pound whitefish steaks. If you want to adjust the recipe for a larger group, have approximately a ½ pound to ¾ pound (227 g to 340 g) of fish per person. If you are planning a traditional outdoor fish boil, you’ll boil the fish in a large pot on an open fire. A cast-iron pot typically works best, and you’ll need logs or slab wood, as well as matches or a lighter, for the fire. If you can't find a cast-iron pot or kettle for the fish boil, you can use a stainless steel or aluminum pot. It also helps to have a wire basket that you can place the fish in and lower into the pot that you’re using. That makes it easier to remove the fish while it's finished boiling. Make sure that you have extra logs or slab wood on hand for the fire in case you to feed it during the fish boil. Instead of a log fire, you can use a propane torch to heat the pot for the boil. You can recreate a fish boil at home without starting an outdoor fire. Instead, use a large stainless steel or aluminum stock pot with on your stovetop. If your pot has a basket or a strainer insert, you’ll have an easier time removing the fish when they’re done cooking. If you don't have a strainer or basket for the pot, use a slotted spoon to remove the fish from the water when they’ve finished boiling. | Choose the right type of fish. Find a large cast-iron pot and fire logs for an outdoor boil. Select a large stockpot for an indoor boil. |
Most people only glance at a piece of art. For example, a survey done at the Louvre found that the average person spends 15 seconds looking at the Mona Lisa. This is not enough time to truly engage with a work of art. Try to spend at least a minute, preferably longer, looking at a piece of art. This will allow you to take in the image, look at the detail of the composition, and determine how you feel about the piece. By spending time looking at art, you will more likely be able to talk about the piece and some of the finer details. If you are able to stare at a work of art for long periods of time, you may begin to create a dialogue with the piece. This can be extremely interesting, as you begin to see how the picture speaks to you. Art galleries and museums will often place a small plaque near each piece to give the title and a small description. This can sometimes provide you with details to help you interpret and discuss the art. For example, you may see a knot of light pink lines and feel confused. Upon reading the plaque you learn that the title of the work is “My Struggle with Breast Cancer.” The title of this piece may help you better understand what is being communicated through the art. Plaques can also include detailed information about the materials used, date that it was created, etc. Some galleries will also provide detailed information about the artists. This material may be found in a pamphlet or in a small biography near the artwork. Learning about the artist may help you understand a bit about their interests and what inspired them to create this art. This will give you more to discuss about the art. | Take a long look at the piece of art. Read the title and description of the piece. Read up on the artist. |
No one tires of being told how much someone else cares about them, so reiterating the importance of your friendship can help start this difficult discussion on a more positive note. Say something like “Karen, you’ve been my best friend for many years now, and honestly have become the sister I never had before. You’ve been there when I’ve needed you so many times, and now I need to share something important with you.” No matter how close of a friend they are, you don't owe them any details that you don't wish to share. However, you should be crystal clear that you are dying. This helps overcome people's tendency to “hear what they want to hear”—for instance, your friend might convince themselves that you only “might be dying.” Try something along the lines of “Karen, my pancreatic cancer has returned, and I’ve consulted with my doctors and decided not to undergo any more treatments. I am going to die, probably within 2 months.” There's a good chance your friend won't know how to respond—they may sit there in stunned silence. Assure them that it's okay for them to be themselves and express their feelings, because that's what you’re doing too. You might say “I know this is hard for you to hear, and it was hard for me to share, Karen. But I’m still here, and I’m still me, and I want us to be able to talk openly like we always have. Don't try to shield your emotions in order to spare them from pain. Remember why they are such a good friend in the first place—because you can share with them how you’re feeling. Tell them something like “I’ve accepted that I’m dying, and I’m at peace with that reality—mostly, anyway. Of course I get sad, scared, and angry thinking about it sometimes.” You shouldn't feel like you have to apologize for the ways in which your impending death might affect your emotions and actions. That said, making your friend aware of this reality can clarify that you don't intend to withdraw from them, and in fact really want them to remain by your side. You could say “When I do feel down about the fact that I’m dying, I might want to be alone for a while, and I might not always answer your calls. But please keep calling, because I want and need you to still be part of my life.” | Start by telling them how much they mean to you. Describe your situation as frankly and honestly as you can. Ease their discomfort by being yourself. Tell them how you are feeling. Ask them to be understanding of your struggles. |
Get internships or work in other jobs that require analyzing data, collecting data, and writing reports. Employers use your resume to get an immediate impression of if they want to hire you. Having a resume that stands out is crucial to get the job you want as a market researcher. Make sure your summary grabs their attention. The Summary or Overview section is the first part of your resume. Make sure to include your most important qualifications right away at the top. Keep your resume short. Your resume should only be 1 to 2 pages. If you are just starting your career it should not be more than one page. Only include your most recent and most relevant experience. Focus on your achievements and skills. Include your best achievements in your career so far and be specific. Use achievements that demonstrate the skills that are important for market research. Show your personality. Keep your resume professional but don't be afraid to include hobbies or personal accomplishments that demonstrate skill. Having past employers or respected professionals who can speak highly of you is crucial for getting a job. Don't have generic letters of recommendation. The hiring manager wants to be able to directly call or email a specific person who can describe your strengths and weaknesses. Put your references on a separate paper. Give the list of references to the employer upon their request. Choose people who can speak highly of you. Your references don't have to be your previous direct supervisor if you don't think they are the best option. Ask their permission. Always ask someone if they can be your reference. Collect all of their contact information and make sure your references have a copy of your resume. Market researcher or market research analysts go by various titles depending on the industry. The same job might be called business intelligence analyst, marketing manager, survey researcher, or management analyst. There are a large number of market research jobs in California and Washington, D.C. Consider being willing to move to another location to find the market research job that you want. The job interview is the first impression the hiring manager will have of you. It is important to succeed in the interview in order to get the job. Look and act the part. Stand up straight and be confident. Have a firm handshake and make eye contact. Dress appropriately. Over dressing for an interview is better than under dressing. Make sure you are showered and look your best. Listen and don't talk too much. Pay attention to what the interviewer says and don't ramble. Be prepared to answer the questions clearly, fully, and concisely. Ask the employer good and thoughtful questions. Be professional and likable. It is important to be confident but don't take it too far and become arrogant. Use appropriate language. Be enthusiastic but not desperate. | Get experience in jobs that use your necessary skills. Create an impressive resume. Have a list of great references. Be aware that the job title varies. Consider changing your location. Have a great interview. |
Set your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and wait for it to preheat. This method is gentle on pasta and sauces, but may not be practical for a single serving. Spread the pasta across a shallow dish. A deep pile of pasta may heat unevenly. If the pasta is dry, add a splash of milk or extra sauce to keep it moist. This is especially important for lasagna. The pasta is usually ready in 20 minutes, but check after 15 just in case. The foil should help trap moisture, slowing the drying process. Optionally, add a sprinkle of Parmesan under the foil 5 minutes before the pasta is done. Stick a metal fork into the center of the pasta dish and wait for 10 to 15 seconds. If the tip of the fork is hot to the touch, the pasta is ready. If not, return the pasta to the oven. | Preheat the oven. Add the pasta to a baking dish. Cover with foil and bake. Check the pasta. |
Set up a coat rack and a shoe rack. Remember to have storage for the coats and shoes of your visitors, as well as your own. Have one that says welcome if you like. Make sure that it doesn't impede the door opening and closing. Put some flowers and a phone with a cord on the table. Don't leave your mobile phone on this table, that won't make your room look like an apartment at all. You can put anything else you liked on the table, keys, a vase, loose change, etc. Add what is usually on a hall table. You may have a mirror in your bedroom area or bathroom area too but nothing is stopping you from putting one in your fake hall too. | Simulate a hall area. Lay down a door mat by the door. Place a small table in your hall area. Put a mirror on the wall. |
Find ways to separate yourself from your group of friends, and do something where it's just the two of you. Consider these ways: Walk home with him or her after class. Hang out in an area of the school, or after school where it's just you two for a little while. Work on school work together. Make yourself available to help him or her out with something. There are various ways to give non-verbal cues that you're interested. Make eye contact. Smile. Laugh when they say something funny. Put your hand on their shoulder. Place your hand near your lips while they talk. If he or she seems sad or worried about something, give a hug. If you are sitting next to your crush on a long car ride, you can put your head on his or her shoulder. See how your crush respond to your body language. Do they act the same way? Or do they pull back? Non-verbal cues are a good way to understand what someone is thinking but not saying. Consider being openly flirtatious by complimenting your crush. Say something that you like about them, without just saying "I like you." This can be through non-verbal body language, a note to them, or by directly talking with them about what you like about them. Consider saying, "I really like talking to you" rather than just blurting out, "I like you." Or consider saying things like, "I like your hair" or "I like hanging out with you" or "You're really cool." If you're spending a lot of time around your crush, and they seem to be hesitant to talk, try to avoid coming off as clingy. It's the same for your friends, family, or anyone you spend time with. Showing that you are independent can actually make you more attractive. Don't center all your time around your crush. Remember that there are lots of cool people and fun things to do out there. And your crush shouldn't be only thing that matters. Your crush may notice you more after you've had some time apart. Let them miss you a little. Hopefully, they notice when you're not around. | Make time to talk one-on-one. Use your body language. Flirt with your crush. Give them space. |
The data in this article involves the amount of money deposited into six different account types available in a leading bank in Nigeria on a particular day in year 2017.It also gives information on the number of people that make deposits into the various account types.The bank used has six different account types which we denote as Account Type 1, Account Type 2, Account Type 3, Account Type 4, Account Type 5 and Account Type 6.Since the data is sensitive and a real life data, we would like to protect the privacy policy of the bank.Descriptive statistics was used to summarize the data and to provide plots for proper visualization and understanding.SPSS version 20 and Minitab version 17 were used for the analyses in this paper.The data set is summarized in Table 1.The information contained in Table 1 shows that more people patronize account type 1 which is savings account than any other account types but the total money deposited in the account is not necessarily the largest.The account type that attracts the highest deposits is account type 2, though, the number of depositors for this account type is not the highest but on the average, customers deposited the highest amount of money there.This is reasonable because in the real sense, current account holders could either be for personal, businesses, and corporate organizations.A chart that summarizes the whole dataset is presented in Fig. 1.The deposit patterns for account types 1–6 are provided in form of histogram in Figs. 2–7 respectively.Also, the boxplot representing the mean amount deposited in the various account types is displayed in Fig. 8.The impact of the current account is also being identified in the plot provided in Fig. 8.The mean deposit in each account type with their respective 95% Confidence Interval is displayed in Table 2.The 95% confidence interval plot for the mean of the amount deposited in the various account types is displayed in Fig. 9.Analysis of variance has traditionally been used to investigate mean effects of groups of subjects.In this research, a one-way ANOVA is applied.ANOVA and other statistical tools have been applied to the analysis of economic data such as in econometric models, credit management, accounting and audit and many others which are too numerous to enumerate.Furthermore, statistical tools are often combined with other tools for better analysis.Some examples include: macroeconomic volatility generation , economic impact of transportation , economic impact of professional negotiation , Gross Domestic product and exchange rate , economic impact of tourism , income inequality , the effects of expenditure , human capital in energy growth , quality of life , economic impact of portfolio selection , economics of refugees and asylum seekers , economic recovery and energy needs for economic development .The specific hypothesis used is:H0: The mean deposits in all the account types are equal Versus,H1: The mean deposits are not equal for at least one of the account types,However, Minitab version 17 was used for the analysis of variance and further tests.Also, the level of significance used for all the analyses is 0.05.The result is displayed in Table 3.Decision Rule: Reject H0 if p-value is less or equal to the level of significance.Decision: We reject H0 since p-value is less than the level of significance.Inference: The mean deposits are not equal for at least one of the account types.The ANOVA model is summarized in Table 4.Since H0 was rejected, we are interested in knowing which pair of the means is actually significantly different from each other using Turkey pairwise comparisons."The means are paired, the differences between the means are calculated and the Tukey's simultaneous test for differences of means of the deposits is obtained.The result is displayed in Table 5.The pairs with p-value that is less than 0.05 are significantly different from each other.For us to have a clearer picture, the result is summarized in Table 6.Remark: The means that do not share the same letter are significantly different from each other,The residuals are represented in form of histogram and are displayed in Fig. 10.The normal probability plot for the residuals is displayed in Fig. 11.ANOVA has been applied to different research works which yielded some interesting results similar to this research . | This article presents the statistical analysis of the deposit activities in each of the account types of a leading bank in Nigeria. The mean effect of these account types on the bank was determined using analysis of variance (ANOVA). Further test which include the Tukey's simultaneous test for differences of means was also conducted. |
You'll want to make sure that by your opening day, everyone in the community knows about your store. There are many ways you can advertise your business before your grand opening. Hang a large "Coming Soon" banner outside your store to pedestrians and drivers will know that a business will open soon, and take out an ad in the "Coming Soon" section of your local newspapers. Send out circulars in the mail or place them on houses manually. These flyers should describe your business and the services you will offer. It would also be good to include some opening day sales to attract customers. Use social media. Start a social media page for your business. Share it on your own personal page and ask friends, family, and staff to do the same. With enough shares, you can get a lot of free advertising. When your store is all set up and you've worked out any problems in your system, announce to your local community that you've officially opened. Contact local news outlets and see if they will cover the event. Also see if the mayor or another local politician will partake in a ribbon-cutting ceremony- this will attract the press and a lot of community attention. With a big grand opening event, you can ensure that the entire community will know about your store opening. Pharmacists and other small business owners are often active in their local communities. This helps expose both them and their businesses to the public and helps profits. See if there are any events at local schools, parks, religious institutions, and civic associations. Stay active in your local community to have your business recognized. Referrals from doctors can be a great way to grow your consumer base. If there is a doctor's office nearby, go in and introduce yourself. Ask if the doctor would mind you leaving a few business cards or circulars in his office. If you make a good impression and demonstrate that you're a health professional who cares about your patients, he may start referring his patients to you. | Market your store before it opens. Sponsor a large celebration for your grand opening. Join local community organizations. Partner with other medical professionals in the area. |
If you have a passcode enabled, this will prompt you to enter your passcode; otherwise, this will take you to the Home screen. This will open your Music app to the last song, playlist, album, or similar item that you had open. This will open your music library. This will begin to play your selected song. You should see a bar pop up at the bottom of your Music app with the song's name and pause button. This will open your song's specific menu; if your song's menu is already open (e.g., displaying artwork in the middle of the page), proceed to the next step. This will scroll down the page; you should see an option entitled "Up Next" with two buttons next to it. This is the option with two arrows pointing in opposite directions; when you tap it, it should become highlighted in red, meaning that your playlist will repeat without ending. You can also enable "Shuffle" from here by tapping the button with two intertwined arrows. This will place a small number "1" in the top right corner of the Repeat button icon; your individual song will now repeat until you disable this option! Tapping the "previous song" or "next song" buttons while on repeat will now change the song that's playing, regardless of the repeat function. | Tap your Home button. Tap the "Music" app. Tap the "Library" tab in the lower left corner of your screen. Tap a song. Tap the song's play bar at the bottom of the screen. Swipe up on the song page. Tap the "Repeat" button. Tap the Repeat button again. |
Once you’re home safe, turn your phone off so interruptions don't pull you away from your studies. If you’re expecting important calls from your parents, put your phone in “Do Not Disturb” mode, which allows you to receive phone calls from a few select phone numbers you choose ahead of time. Even if you aren't getting contacted directly by boys, friends chatting about boys can be equally distracting. You can simply let them know it's not a good time. You could say, “I’d love to talk another time, but I need to finish this project tonight.” Maximize the window you’re working on your homework in so you don't get distracted by pop up messaging apps. It may be helpful to log out of messaging apps entirely, so the temptation to chat is removed if your crush or another boy messages you. Close Twitter, Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, and any other social media accounts while you are doing your homework. Removing this temptation will keep you from getting sucked into your crush's feed or obsessing about the latest post a guy makes. A cursory social media browse can turn into a lost hour really quickly. Log out on your phone too, if that is a distraction for you. Find a quiet place in your house to work that is not in your room. Your bedroom is full of clothes, makeup, and other distractions that may have you planning an outfit to impress a guy rather than focusing on your work. Studying in a different location keeps you from daydreaming about boys when you should be working. | Turn your phone off while you do your homework. View your assignments in full-screen mode. Log out of your social media accounts while studying. Do your homework in a room other than your bedroom. |
While you may have disagreements about political views, don't fight fire with fire. Attacking someone's views in a vicious and hateful way will be unproductive and lead to conflict. Be mindful that your actions and words could also have negative consequences in the workplace or at school. Consider that some people may take your political views personally and equate your words or actions with a personal attack on them. Use language about a political candidate or party that shows maturity and thoughtfulness rather than unbridled hate. The topic of politics is generally not one for young children. Avoid putting up with, or reducing your behaviors, to the actions of children. Name-calling has no place in mature, productive political conversation. If you see someone doing this, or find yourself doing this, take action. Even if you think that a co-worker or family member may have racist or misogynistic views, avoid calling them an ignorant racist or a blatant woman-hater. This will likely lead to further arguments and conflict. If you are determined to call them out on their views, do so with delicacy and focus on the topic rather than the personal flaws. Remember that few people are likely to change their core beliefs about the world and politics. Trying to convince them that they're wrong is likely to lead to unnecessary and ongoing conflict. Be willing to accept that political conversations don't have winners and losers. While you may be avid sports fan with a competitive mindset, understand that the topic of politics can be even more contentious. For politically active people, it can be about their everyday lives that deeply affect them and their family on a personal level. Understand that the way you conduct yourself can have as much impact on people's views as the arguments you're making. If you feel like the conversation is likely going nowhere, and just causing more stress for you and others, understand that it is okay to walk away, end the conversation, or change the subject. You don't have just tolerate other people's mindless political rants. Try changing the subject and redirecting someone's political conversations to a neutral or more general topic. Ask them about something else that interests them, such as movies, sports, TV, fitness, food, or art. You can say something like, "Let's not talk politics right now. Have you seen any good movies recently?" If you are being bullied or belittled for your opposing views, understand that this conversation is not productive, and is only tied to strong, negative emotions. Walk away and avoid engaging or getting defensive. Consider politely ending the conversation. For example, say, "I can see this is important to you. Sorry but I am late to my next appointment." You can also allow the person to vent if you care about them and think they just want to blow off some steam and you are willing to give them the space to do that (remember you are not required to do this, you can walk away if you need to). Let them express themselves, then say something like, "It sounds like you're really frustrated, and I'm glad you were able to get that off your chest. I would really prefer to not talk about politics anymore, though." | Don't demonize the other side's viewpoints. Avoid name-calling. Stop seeing political conversations as a competition. Learn to walk away or change the subject. |
If you keep a lot of music on your iPad, its likely taking up a sizable chunk of your storage space. iTunes Match is a paid service from Apple that allows you to stream your entire iTunes library to your iPad (or any other Apple device or computer). This can free up tons of space, as you'll no longer need to keep any music files stored on your iPad. Click here for instructions on setting it up. There are some drawbacks to the service. Besides costing $25 per year, you'll only be able to stream when you have a network location. You can always download any of your songs to your iPad ahead of time if you're anticipating being without a network connection. iTunes Match allows you to upload songs that you didn't purchase through the iTunes Store. You can also use services like Google Play Music to upload and stream your music. If you opt for a streaming service, or make the switch to internet radio, you can delete all of the music files from your iPad at once. Any purchased music will still be downloadable from the iTunes Store. Open the Settings app. Tap "General" and then select "Usage". Tap "Manage Storage" in the "Storage" section. Tap the Music app. You may have to wait a few moments for it to appear. If your Music app isn't listed, you don't have any music files actually stored on the iPad. Tap the "Edit" button. Tap the "-" next to "All Songs" and then tap "Delete". You can also delete individual songs this way. If you just want to delete certain songs, you can do so from within the Music app. Be aware that depending on your settings, songs may be visible that aren't actually stored on your iPad (iTunes purchases, iTunes Match songs, etc.). Open the Music app on your iPad. Find the song or album that you want to delete. Songs that are not downloaded to your iPad will have an iCloud icon on the right side of the song. Swipe the song or album to the left to reveal the "Delete" button. If you cannot swipe a song, it means that it is not downloaded to your iPad and therefore not taking up space. If you cannot swipe an album, it means that one or more songs on the album are not downloaded on your iPad. You'll need to delete individual songs from within the album. Tap "Delete". This will delete the song or album from your iPad. If you see the "Remove" button instead of the "Delete" button, it means you are in Playlist view. You must delete songs from the Songs, Albums, or Artists view. If you've downloaded movies, TV shows, or music videos from the iTunes Store, they could be taking up a lot of space. HD videos in particular can be huge. Removing videos after you watch them can make room for a bunch of other things. Open the Settings app on your iPad, select "General", and then "Usage". Tap "Manage Storage" in the "Storage" section. Select the Videos app. If you have a lot of videos downloaded, it will likely be one of the last apps to appear, and should be located towards the top of the list. Review your videos. You will see each video stored on your iPad, along with the size. TV shows will display the size of all the episodes on the iPad, and you can tap the show to see the size of individual episodes. Tap "Edit" and then tap the "-" next to the video you want to remove. Repeat for any other videos you want to remove from your iPad. | Consider signing up for iTunes Match. Delete all of the music on your iPad. Delete individual songs from the Music app. Delete movies and videos. |
Once the piercing has healed, you can wear a clear retainer. The retainer is smaller than a stud and designed to hide your piercing while keeping the hole filled. You should never use a retainer in the first few days after getting your piercing. Always keep the piercing filled with jewelry or a retainer while it's healing. The opening of the piercing can close up quickly if you remove the jewelry. You can also find retainers in a variety of skin tones or beauty marks. If you are unable to get a retainer, try using a small, flat piece of jewelry that matches your skin tone. a stud or other piece of jewelry that blends into your skin or looks like a freckle can also be a great option. Make sure to find one that sits flat against your lip and is comfortable to wear. You might feel like everyone is staring at your piercing. To ease your mind and take the focus off of your lip piercing, wear distracting clothing or accessories. Instead of noticing your piercing, your parents or boss may be too busy paying attention to your stylish new look. For example, wear large bright scarves, bandanas or necklaces. You could also wear fun patterned ties or shirts to draw the eye away from your face. If you're talking to your parents or boss, it may seem like a good idea to hold your chin in your hand and cover your mouth. But, touching your piercing area can introduce bacteria and cause an infection. To keep your piercing site healthy and clean, avoid touching, picking, or playing with the jewelry. Bringing your hands to your lip may actually draw attention to your mouth and the piercing instead of concealing it. If you're a man and are planning on hiding the lip piercing for quite a while, you could grow facial hair. This will easily cover a clear retainer if you have a labret piercing. If you do grow facial hair to cover the piercing, you'll still need to maintain good hygiene by washing and cleaning the pierced area on a regular basis. | Wear a clear retainer. Wear distracting accessories. Keep your hands away from your lip. Consider growing facial hair. |
Balloons come in a wide array of colors. Do you want to go for the entire rainbow, a two-toned color scheme, or maybe an ombre effect? Do you want to simulate the bubbles of champagne? The hues of a fire? How many colors will you need? Mylar is better for outside events -- it's the kind that's crinkly to the touch (and often comes in different shapes and with designs and sayings); latex balloons pop more easily, especially outside and with children on the scene. However, latex balloons are a lot more versatile and easier to work with. In the next section (where we discuss ideas), we'll be talking about latex balloons mainly. Mylar works...but not nearly as well. The bigger the place or the more scarcely decorated it is, the more balloons you'll need. Latex balloons will be much cheaper, and they'll cost you mere pennies if you blow them up yourself. Do you want a few for a nice touch or do you want your guests swimming in them? And as always, get a few more than you think you need to be safe! You can totally decorate your space with non-helium balloons, no problem. It's fast, cheap, and super easy. But to open up the plethora of balloon options available, you'll need helium balloons. Or a mixture of both! You can get your balloons blown up at party stores or you can buy an at-home helium kit. If you have tons of balloons, you may want to opt for the latter. | Think of the color scheme. Decide whether to use Mylar or latex balloons. Think of quantity and size of the location. Decide between helium or non-helium balloons. |
Most avalanche victims trigger the avalanche themselves, and sometimes the avalanche will start right beneath their feet. If this happens, try to jump up the slope, beyond the fracture line. An avalanche happens so quickly that it's almost impossible to react fast enough to do this, but it has been done. Whether the avalanche starts above you or beneath you, you may be able to make your way toward the side. Don't hesitate: move as quickly as possible to the side of the avalanche slope. If the avalanche begins well above you, you may be able to get out of its path before it reaches you. The snow will be moving fastest near the center of the flow, and that's also where the highest volume of snow will be. You want your body to be as lightweight as possible, so let of your gear, but keep your backpack, it may protect your neck and back. This raises the chances that you'll be able to stay toward the surface of the snow. It goes without saying that you should not let go of survival equipment, such as a transceiver and probe or snow shovel; you'll need these if you get buried. People searching for you later may be able to find you if they see some pieces of equipment on the surface of the snow, so you could let go of a glove or something else that's light to increase the chances they'll find you. If you're unable to escape the avalanche, try to grab on to a boulder or sturdy tree. If it's a small avalanche, or if you're near the edge of the avalanche, you may be able to hold on until the flow of snow passes you. Even if you get ripped away from the object you're holding, if you can succeed in delaying your departure downhill, you have a better chance of not being buried or, at least, of not being buried as deeply. Keep in mind that a very powerful avalanche can carry away even large rocks and trees... This is essential to helping you stay near the surface of the snow. The human body is much denser than snow, so you'll tend to sink as you get carried downhill. Try to stay afloat by kicking your feet and thrashing your arms in a swimming motion. Swim on your back. This way your face is turned toward the surface, giving you a better chance of getting oxygen more quickly if you get buried. Swim uphill. Swimming up will get you closer to the surface of the snow. | Jump up the slope. Move to the side of the avalanche. Let go of your heavy equipment. Hold on to something. Start swimming. |
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