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Give your doe lots of grass hay and fresh greens to munch on daily. You can also use timothy pellets to supplement her diet. She can have as much vegetation as she likes, but you’ll want to portion out her pellets based on her weight to make sure you’re not overfeeding her. Rabbits love romaine lettuce, bok choy, carrot tops, kohlrabi, cilantro, basil, watercress, and mustard and beet greens. A good rule of thumb is to give your rabbit 1/4-1/8 cup (16-32 g) of pellets for every 5 pounds (2,300 g) of bodyweight. Avoid excessive feeding since overweight and obese rabbits can have more complications with pregnancy and giving birth. Providing proper nutrition is always a key part of rabbit ownership, but it's especially important where pregnant females are concerned, as she’ll be eating for up to 12! Refill the receptacle with fresh water at least once a day. Female rabbits who are expecting need to stay hydrated in order to produce enough milk to nurse their young. You’ll probably notice an increase in the amount of water your doe drinks every day as she begins to lactate. Nestle the lower part of her chest just above her front legs in the crook of your arm and use your hand to support her hindquarters from beneath as you gently elevate her. Hold her close to your body to ensure that she stays warm and secure. If she's feeling shy or anxious, allow her to burrow her head into your underarm until she relaxes a bit. If your rabbit is being uncooperative while you try to pick it up, try laying a large bath towel over it before trying to pick it up. The darkness will help the rabbit calm down more. Make sure you support your rabbit's entire body when you pick it up. Once or twice a day for half an hour or so at a time, take your doe out of her cage and allow her to roam freely. She can use this time to play, exercise, or leisurely explore an exciting new environment. Be sure to watch her closely to make sure she doesn't accidentally hurt herself or end up somewhere she's not supposed to be. If you’re planning on letting your doe play indoors, take a moment to make sure that any and all items that could pose a danger to her are off limits before you turn her loose. This includes things like electrical cords, sharp objects, and anything small enough for her to get choked on. Daily exercise is essential for pregnant does, as it serves to stimulate blood flow, which in turn carries more vital nutrients to the unborn kits. | Feed your rabbit a high-quality diet. Keep your doe’s water bottle or dish topped off. Pick up your doe carefully when you want to hold or move her. Let your rabbit play outside of her cage for at least an hour every day. |
Cats are notorious for sleeping anytime and anywhere. To be like a cat, make sure you get a full night's sleep as well as other quick naps throughout the day. A quick catnap should take about 15 to 20 minutes, so you can take several throughout the day. If you can't sleep during the day try to rest early in the morning. Try to sleep for an hour, if you can. Find a nice sun patch for a warm, cozy sun bath. Cats are usually classified as lazy, but hey, what's wrong with being comfortable? Curl up in a comfy cushion or a fresh pile of warm laundry in a ball or the fetal position. Cats protect their stomachs when they sleep as this is their vulnerable spot. After waking up from a satisfying nap or a long night's rest, stretch out your body. Like a cat, take your time stretching every muscle and waking your body up. A quick sun salutation is a great stretching routine and it has poses that resemble a cat's. Yawn to stretch your face muscles and look like a cat waking up as well. Cats groom themselves by licking and pawing their faces to clean off food, odors, and excess hair. Shower at least once a day if not more to keep yourself free from dirt and extra oils. Throughout each day, check your appearance in a mirror and clean up after mealtimes. Some cats are declawed and others aren't, but growing your nails out and having them shaped into a point is another way to be like a cat. Brush your hair so that you don't shed hair throughout the day and it stays free from tangles and matting. Watch birds, practice climbing trees, and get out and explore nature around you. Be active to keep yourself healthy and in the mindset of an adventurous cat. Once you've worn yourself out, take a nap in the sun. Cats like to be entertained and around other cats. Spend time playing and lounging with others. Hunting is an activity that will get you in the mindset of a cat. Even an indoor cat will hunt and chase after toys. | Sleep a lot and take cat naps. Do yoga to stretch your muscles out. Clean yourself often. Spend time playing outside. |
Hold the broom in both hands, with one hand at the top and the other near the middle, and move it from the outside of your body inward. As you do, the bristles will push whatever kind of detritus that's found its way onto the floor in the direction you’re sweeping. The shorter your strokes, the more control you’ll have. The idea is to get all of the debris into one central place, not just whisk it around aimlessly. Resist the urge to sweep too fast or too forcefully. Doing so can send clouds of dust billowing up, only to settle back down on the section you just swept. Draw the debris away from the baseboards and out into the open, where you can shape it into a small pile that will be easy to collect later on. You may need to angle your broom when you get to corners, cabinet bottoms, or low-lying pieces of furniture to make sure that the bristles reach back into the deepest recesses. It's also a good idea to proceed from the far side of the room towards the door or entrance. That way, you won't be forced to track back through the crud that's lying around. For particularly large rooms, try dividing the floor up into smaller sections and treating each section like a self-contained space. Items like hair, lint, and dust bunnies have a tendency to get caught in broom bristles. When this happens, hold the broom over a trash can and loosen the stuck-on substances by hand. You can then get back to sweeping without having to worry about transferring the mess to another part of the floor. Make sure you wash your hands after handling anything that's been on the floor. Once you’ve gone around the edges of the room, turn your attention towards coaxing the accumulated debris into your dustpan. Then, pick up the dustpan carefully, empty the contents into the nearest trash receptacle, and call it a day! Consider switching to a compact hand sweeper at this point to manipulate small piles with greater precision. Sometimes after sweeping a pile of debris into your dustpan, you’ll notice a thin line of dust left behind at the front edge. When this happens, raise the handle up at a steep angle while keeping the lip pressed firmly into the floor. This will allow you to brush the dust up over the threshold before “lowering the drawbridge” and trapping it in the dustpan. This method is especially useful if the dustpan you’re using has a lip that's too thick to let dust and smaller pieces of debris pass over easily. Alternatively, you can simply vacuum or wipe up dust lines that you’re having difficulty corralling with your broom. | Drag the head of the broom along the ground using short, deliberate strokes. Start at the edges of the room and work your way towards the center. Pause periodically to clean your broom. Sweep the pile you’ve been forming into your dustpan for disposal. Use the “drawbridge” technique to deal with annoying dustpan lines. |
Once your crown is finished, you can add ribbon or twine to give it a fuller look. Simply wrap the ribbon or twine around the crown and between the bunches of baby's breath. You can leave tails of ribbon at the back to tie a bow. Choose a ribbon that matches with the overall look of your outfit or the event. You can also add other flowers to the crown to give it a pop of colour. Baby's breath can still be the dominant look, but you may want to add a few small daisies or some greenery. You can simply tape these additional flowers onto the crown the same way that you attached the baby's breath. Disperse other flowers or greenery throughout the crown. Once you are finished constructing the baby's breath crown, you should spray it with water in order to keep it fresh. For instance, you may be making these crowns the day before a wedding. A light spray of water can help them stay fresh. You should also keep the flowers in the refrigerator. | Add ribbons. Include other flowers. Spray with water. |
These are the two types of water filters available for home use. POE systems treat all of the water that enters your home and connects to the water meter or pressurized storage tank. POU systems, however, treat water at the point where it is being consumed, such as a shower head or sink. POU filters can be attached externally or can be installed inline. POU filters that are installed inline filter all the water passing through a pipe. These types of filters are very common and come in many different formats. POU filters include pitcher filters, personal water bottles with built-in filters, and refrigerator filters. They can be mounted to a faucet, under the sink, or the countertop. Smaller carafe-style pitcher filters are good for single people or couples since they only filter a small amount of drinking water at a time. Some people do not like filters attached to their countertop or faucet; see which style of POU filter suits you best. This will help you decide if you need to target any specific contaminants when choosing a filtering system. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires water companies to provide a consumer confidence report (CCR) every year, which analyzes the water quality in your area. The information is available on your local government website or newspaper. If you want to test the water yourself, call the EPA's Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800-426-4791) for the names of state-certified testing labs, which may offer low-cost or free test kits. You can also go to www.epa.gov/safewater/labs to find out more information. Visible particles in your water can be rust or sediment, and houses that rely on wells often have bacteria in the water. The contaminates your water has will depend on your home. You may discover you do not need a water filter at all because your water contains no contaminants. If you have a family that drinks several gallons of water a day, a single carafe-style filter would need to constantly be refilled, but a smaller family or couple's water needs would be met by a simple filter. If the contaminates in your water are very toxic, you probably want a POE filter to clean all the coming into your house water. On the other hand, if you are only filtering the water for taste, a POU filter on the faucet will suffice. Research the different options. Consider talking to a Certified Water Treatment Professional. | Learn about the POE and POU systems. Learn about the different types of POU systems available. Find out what's contaminating your water. Evaluate your specific water filtration needs based on the contaminants in your water and the POE and POU systems. |
Give yourself enough room to hang each your knives so you can easily grab them. There should be enough space for you to select a knife without knocking over any others. Popular areas to hang knives are over the sink, above the stove, or on the backsplash behind your counter. Keep the knife strip out of reach of children. Find a magnetic strip large enough to hold all of your knives or buy 2 shorter strips to split your knives into separate rows. Knife strips can be purchased at specialty kitchen stores or online. Make an initial mark on your wall where you want one end of the knife strip. Use the level to make sure you have the magnetic strip straight. Use a pen or pencil to draw the line where you want the strip to hang. Add flair to your kitchen by hanging the strip diagonally or vertically if your space allows you to. Apply adhesives, such as Command strips, to both ends of the magnetic strip. If you have a longer magnet or you plan on supporting a large number of knives, apply at least 1 more mounting strip in the middle. Some mounting strips come with Velcro attachments for a firm fit that you can also easily remove. If you want to secure the strip further, attach it to the wall with screws and a drill. Press the adhesives on the wall and hold it firmly for 30 seconds. Wait 1 hour before hanging any knives so it adheres to the wall fully. Organize your knives so they are not awkward to grab. Keep them in size order so you can easily find the correct place to return the knives after they’ve been cleaned. When removing the knife, pull the handle straight so the tip of the blade doesn't stab into the wall. | Find an area in your kitchen to hang the strip. Purchase a magnetic knife strip. Use a level to mark the wall where you’ll hang the strip. Attach mounting strips to the back of the magnet. Adhere the magnetic strip to the wall. Hang your knives with the blades pointing up. |
Adjust the oven rack so it's about 3 inches (7.6 cm) below the broiler's heating element. Then, place as many slices of bread as you want to toast directly onto the rack. Heat the bread until it looks golden brown on top or as toasted as you like. Keep the door open so you can watch the bread as it broils. If your broiler won't operate with the door open, close the door but check the toast after it's broiled for 1 minute. Turn off the burner and use tongs to remove the toast from the oven rack. Set the toast on a plate and butter it. If you prefer, top the toast with jam, avocado, a poached egg, or bruschetta. Although you can store leftover toast in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day, it will become stale and chewy the longer it's stored. | Lay slices of bread on the rack below the broiler. Broil the toast for 60 to 90 seconds. Remove the toast and butter it or add your favorite toppings. |
You should approach this conversation almost like you are preparing to give an important speech. You want to write out how you want the conversation to go. Visualize it going well. Practice saying all your reasons out loud to yourself in the mirror or to a friend. You want to get your parent's full attention as you convince them to help you in switching schools. Say something like, “Hey, Mom and Dad! Can we all sit down at the table together? I have something I’d like to talk about with you, and I’d really love to hear what you think.” You want to let your parents know that this is important to you and that you appreciate them listening to your thoughts. Even if your parents don't respond at first, you don't want to come across as whiney because this will make it less likely that your parents will support you in switching schools. At the same time, be honest. You want them to know how much staying in your current situation will hurt you. Make your statements sincere and to-the-point. If you’re being bullied, don't be too embarrassed to show them how much it's affecting your performance at school and how much it hurts you. Say something like, “There is a group of kids in my class that writes mean notes to me every day and steal things out of my desk. They call me names, and it makes me sad. I’ve asked them to stop, and I’ve talked to the teacher, but they still do it behind her back. I have a hard time enjoying school or focusing because I can't stop thinking about it.” If you think you need a school with more academic attention say something like, “I’ve been having a hard time finishing my work in school because I don't understand it. There are so many kids in my class that the teacher usually doesn't have time to help me.” Or, if you want more of a challenge, say, “I get all A's at school because the work is too easy. I finish all my work first, and I end up just sitting there in class. My teacher doesn't have time to make special assignments for me.” These are the reasons that changing would improve your overall life. Some examples of positive reasons to practice might be: “I’m really interested in learning to play music. Jackson Middle School has the best band program in the state, and it's only ten minutes away. I’d really get to work on my skills there.” “St. John's School only has 10 students in each class. If I went there, I’d be able to get more help with my work, and my grades would get better.” “Central Middle School has a lot of science and math classes I could take. They even have a Physics class. I want to be an engineer one day, and it's never too early to start learning.” You don't want your parents to have to decide right then whether you can change. That pressure will make them more likely to say “no” out of convenience. End the conversation with a statement like: “Thanks for listening to me. Take some time to think about what I said, and let me know what you think. I really hope you’ll think about letting me change schools” | Write it out and practice. Come up with an introduction. Keep your words calm and mature. Write out your positives. Make your conclusion open-ended. |
Stochastic neural net weights are used in a variety of contexts, including regularization, Bayesian neural nets, exploration in reinforcement learning, and evolution strategies.Unfortunately, due to the large number of weights, all the examples in a mini-batch typically share the same weight perturbation, thereby limiting the variance reduction effect of large mini-batches.We introduce flipout, an efficient method for decorrelating the gradients within a mini-batch by implicitly sampling pseudo-independent weight perturbations for each example.Empirically, flipout achieves the ideal linear variance reduction for fully connected networks, convolutional networks, and RNNs.We find significant speedups in training neural networks with multiplicative Gaussian perturbations.We show that flipout is effective at regularizing LSTMs, and outperforms previous methods.Flipout also enables us to vectorize evolution strategies: in our experiments, a single GPU with flipout can handle the same throughput as at least 40 CPU cores using existing methods, equivalent to a factor-of-4 cost reduction on Amazon Web Services. | We introduce flipout, an efficient method for decorrelating the gradients computed by stochastic neural net weights within a mini-batch by implicitly sampling pseudo-independent weight perturbations for each example. |
Shelters want to make sure that they are adopting their animals to a family that will provide a good home. Find out what type of paperwork the animal shelter requires and bring all required documentation. Bring a picture ID with your present address. If you live in a rental apartment or house, provide proof that you have your landlord's permission to own a pet, such as a lease agreement or letter. There may also be questions about your work habits, schedule, pet care philosophy, and financial ability to care for a pet. Most of the shelter dogs come with a microchip installed. While adopting a dog from the shelter, make sure you erase the details of the previous owner and feed in your details so that if your furry friend gets lost, then the rescue center can find your details and reunite you and your pet. Have a check, credit card or cash ready to adopt a pet. Animal shelter adoption fees may cost less than purchasing an animal from a breeder or a store but prices vary. In many cases, fees for more popular types of pets, such as kittens, will be higher than those for less popular pets, such as old or disabled animals. There may be times of year or periods at each shelter when fees are reduced. For instance, black cats may cost less to adopt during Halloween time. Before paying, ask about what the fee covers and whether you can return the pet under certain circumstances. In some cases, adoption fees will cover spaying or neutering and some preliminary veterinary care. | Complete adoption paperwork. Re-register the microchip. Pay adoption fees. |
Put a book or a newspaper in front of you and pretend that you're reading it. When the girl comes near you or walks past you, you can lift your gaze and check her out without her noticing. If you pull it off correctly, she'll just think that you were reading. If the girl's concentration is on something else, she won't be looking at you and you can check her out without her noticing. She could be talking to someone else, eating, exercising, or her head could be turned. Just make sure that her attention is on something else so that she doesn't catch you checking her out. If the girl's attention isn't on anything, you can create a distraction to misdirect her. Drop something on the ground or ask her to help you with homework and then check her out while she's concentrating on it. You can also ask her opinion of a piece of art, show, or event, and then sneak a look at her. Try to come up with valid excuses of why you might need to be around her. Group up with her for group projects or try to sit next to her if you share classes together. If she regularly shops at a certain place, you can start shopping there so that you have more opportunities and excuses to be around her. | Pretend that you're reading. Look at her while she's preoccupied. Create a distraction. Pretend that there's a reason to be around her. |
The females may nip at each other's fins at first, but once they form a pecking order, this should become less chaotic. However, occasional squabbles between the fish in your community tank are completely normal and should be expected. Female betta fish will perform a “pecking order,” or dominance hierarchy. This hierarchy will be established quickly. Keep an eye out for any fish that is particularly noticeable as a bully, and also for fish that seem to be constantly antagonized. If you notice one fish that does not seem to be getting along with the rest, remove it from the tank. Being bullied will cause the fish stress and can result in illness. There is a chance that your community tank may not work out the first time around: you may have one or two fish that do not get along with the rest. If this is the case, consider removing the problematic fish from the tank as soon as you recognize an ongoing issue. | Observe your tank. Monitor for aggressive personalities. Approach communal housing on a case-by-case basis. |
A keylogger is a program that logs the keystrokes on the computer it is installed on. There are a variety of keylogger programs available for free or for purchase online, with varying degrees of stealthiness. Be sure to research all of your options carefully. Popular programs include: Actual Keylogger Spyrix Free Keylogger BlackBox Express KidLogger NetBull Lola This will require administrator access to the target's computer. On many computers, the password will be "admin" or will just be blank. The process for installing the keylogger varies depending on the program you are using. Installing a keylogger without the other person knowing is illegal. Start the service so that it begins recording keystrokes. The process for this will vary depending on the program you are using. You may have to configure the program to record keys if it has multiple functions. The keylogger will likely capture a lot of information. You can filter based on the window that the user is typing in. Some keyloggers will send the logs to your email. Others will require you to export them from the computer that the program is running on. Browse through the logs until you find what you suspect to be the target's Gmail password. You may be able to filter by the Gmail login page. If the keylogger doesn't send you the logs via email, you'll need to access the program on the computer you installed it on to view them. | Find a keylogger program that suits your needs. Install the keylogger on the target's computer. Start the keylogger service. Let the keylogger run while the target uses the computer. View the logs. |
If you think you've come into contact with a syphilis sore, see a doctor immediately. Also see a doctor if you notice any unusual discharge, sores, or rashes, particularly in the genital area. The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPTF) strongly recommends that people in "at-risk" populations get tested for syphilis yearly, even if they don't have symptoms. However, research has shown that if you're not “at risk,” there's no benefit to regular syphilis screening. In fact, it can lead to unnecessary antibiotic treatment and anxiety. You fall into the “at risk” category if: You engage in casual sex You have a sexual partner who's tested positive for syphilis You have HIV You are a pregnant woman You are a man who has sexual contact with men The most efficient way to test for syphilis is through a test for syphilis antibodies in the blood. The syphilis test is inexpensive and easy to perform; you can have it done at a doctor's office or public health clinic. The clinicians will use one of the following methods to look for syphilis antibodies in your blood: Nontreponemal tests: These tests are ideal for screening purposes, and are about 70% accurate. If the test has a positive result, the doctor will confirm the diagnosis with a treponemal test. Treponemal tests: These tests for antibodies are more specific, and are used for confirmation rather than screening. Some clinicians test for syphilis by taking a sample from a suspected syphilis sore. They inspect the sample under a specialized microscope to look for treponema pallidum, the bacteria that causes syphilis. All patients should be tested for HIV infection. Syphilis is relatively simple to treat and cure with proper medical attention. The earlier the syphilis is diagnosed, the easier it is to treat; if treated within a year, a single dose of penicillin can completely cure the disease. Antibiotics can be very effective in early syphilis infection, but may have less of an effect in late syphilis. People who've had the disease longer than a year may need multiple doses of antibiotics. Patients with latent or tertiary phase syphilis will likely need 3 doses per week. Let your doctor know if you are allergic to penicillin. He or she will likely recommend a 2-week treatment of doxycycline or tetracycline instead. Note that these alternatives may not be suitable for pregnant women, due to the risk of birth defects. If pregnancy is an issue, your doctor will discuss additional treatment options with you. Penicillin, doxycycline, and tetracycline work by killing the syphilis bacteria and eliminating it from the body. No home remedies or over-the-counter medications will work. Only a physician can prescribe the drug dosage necessary to cure the disease. Although the medications will cure syphilis, they cannot repair damage that's already been done. Note that testing and treatment is similar for babies. After you've completed your treatment, your doctor will repeat the nontreponemal tests every 3 months. This will allow him or her to monitor your response to treatment. If the test results don't show improvement within 6 months, this could suggest inadequate treatment or a recurrent infection that needs to be dealt with. It's extremely important that you don't have sex while still undergoing treatment — especially with new partners. Until your sores have healed and a physician has declared you syphilis-free, you risk passing it to someone else. You should also notify all previous sexual partners of your diagnosis, so they can also be tested and treated for syphilis. | See your doctor if you suspect you may have syphilis. Get tested routinely if you fall into "at risk" categories. Get a blood test to confirm the diagnosis. Receive antibiotic treatment. Do not try to treat syphilis on your own. Allow the doctor to track your progress. Abstain from sex until the infection has cleared. |
. Remember, this is what you’ve been building toward: a date with your crush. Stay calm and make the date casual. Chances are, if you’ve struck up a friendship—or even just a good conversation or two—you’ll have some idea already of what she likes to do and hence, what might be a good first date. Ask directly and specifically. You could say, “Want to grab a drink one night after work?” or “Free to do coffee one day next week? I can do Tuesday or Thursday.” Once she says yes, agree on a time and remember to get her phone number or email address, if you don't have it already, in case anything comes up the day of the date. You can offer yours as well. Texting is a safe way of following up. If you’ve already had a phone call, then call and speak, instead, or leave a voicemail. You’ll usually want to follow up the next day, but you could follow up the same day with something along the lines of, “Did you make it home OK?” or “I had a fun time tonight. Talk again soon. Goodnight!” By repeating the previous two steps, dating and following up on dates, you begin to establish a relationship. This is what getting your crush is all about. Ask if she prefers texting or calling, and if she's open to calling, call. It's a sign of a closer relationship. In the early days of a relationship, try to remain on her radar by speaking about every other day and moving toward daily. In person, your goal should be to do something together about once per week. Having a sit-down or a big official talk about relationship status, or Facebook relationship status, is scary and can backfire. Worry about relationship status details if and when they come up. Instead, remind your crush of your interest as if you’re an official couple. “I had a great time” or “You’re so much fun to hang out with” are meaningful statements that show interest, not obsession. Give compliments. Be real, and make your compliments about the things that you genuinely like about the person. Also, since we are talking about a crush, the compliments can be suggestively romantic but not overtly romantic or sexual. For example, you might not want to compliment their physical characteristics directly, but you could say something like, “You look great in that dress.” Contact your crush for no big reason. You might text or call for no reason other than just thinking about the other person. You can check in just to say hi, or to say that you saw something cool that reminded you of the other person. Keep it light and thoughtful, and your crush is prone to be flattered. Give thoughtful gifts. Everyone loves gifts. Just beware of coming on too strong with a big expensive gift. Also beware of gifts that are too intimate or suggestive. Instead, give thoughtful gifts based on her interests or your shared history. Examples could be flowers, a small work of art, or a favorite food your partner mentioned. You might also think of a gift based on interest areas, such as sports, cooking, gardening, books, films, or music. | Ask out your crush Follow up after the date. Continue to engage. Remind your crush of your interest. |
Neural message passing algorithms for semi-supervised classification on graphs have recently achieved great success.However, for classifying a node these methods only consider nodes that are a few propagation steps away and the size of this utilized neighborhood is hard to extend.In this paper, we use the relationship between graph convolutional networks and PageRank to derive an improved propagation scheme based on personalized PageRank.We utilize this propagation procedure to construct a simple model, personalized propagation of neural predictions, and its fast approximation, APPNP."Our model's training time is on par or faster and its number of parameters on par or lower than previous models.", 'It leverages a large, adjustable neighborhood for classification and can be easily combined with any neural network.We show that this model outperforms several recently proposed methods for semi-supervised classification in the most thorough study done so far for GCN-like models.Our implementation is available online. | Personalized propagation of neural predictions (PPNP) improves graph neural networks by separating them into prediction and propagation via personalized PageRank. |
Getting the carbs and protein your body needs sets you up to build muscle, but in order to put those building blocks to work you have to train. There are generally two kinds of exercise: aerobic exercise like running and swimming, which gets your heart rate up, and anaerobic exercise like weight lifting – the second is what builds muscle. Aim for 3 weekly sessions of weight training; there's no need to hit the gym every day. Start slowly so you don't strain your muscles. Talk to your doctor before starting a new workout regimen, especially if you have any medical issues or are over 40 years old. Consider hiring a personal trainer to help you stay safe and motivated! If you go at it alone, always be safe with workout equipment. Know how any equipment works before you use it, don't use it under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Only use as much weight as is safe for you. When pushing your limits of weight-lifting, always have a spotter. Aerobic exercise like running, biking, and swimming is great for losing weight and burning calories, which is not your goal. You don't have to completely avoid cardio exercise, but keep it to a minimum. If you do go for a run, for instance, use a website or app to estimate how many calories you burned and try to make up for it. 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous cardio per week is a good limit. If you are already active in your daily life, count that towards these values. Take 5-10 minutes to do a short aerobic warm-up, like fast walking or a mild jog. Warm muscles are less likely to get injured than cold muscles. This small amount of aerobic work won't burn enough calories to be a problem. At the very least, start your anaerobic workouts with light weights to warm your muscles. Aim for 45-60 minute workouts, and try to target all your muscle groups. Do sets of exercises with the heaviest weight you can use safely. Try to increase your weights weekly, if you can. Focus on exercises like these (have a professional show you proper form to avoid injury): Military press Squats Deadlifts Bench press Barbell rows (while bent over) Pull-ups Chin Ups Dips Calf raises Lunges Planks Ideally, try to rest for less than a minute in between your sets of reps. Don't rest between the reps themselves. For instance, do a set of 12 reps of squats with moderately heavy weights, wait a minute, then do a set of 10 reps with slightly heavier weights, wait a minute, then do 8 reps with even slightly heavier weights. Remember not to overdo it – aim to have your last set of reps use your maximum amount of safe weights. Don't work out every day – your muscles need rest to heal and build. The healing is actually what causes muscle growth. Working out 3 days a week with days off in between is the right amount to increase muscle mass. More isn't always better – take your rest days! | Train with weights three times per week. Limit your cardio. Start with a brief warm-up. Do full-body workouts with increasingly heavy weights over time. Do 6-12 reps for your workout with short rests in between sets. Give your muscles rest. |
It's the app that has a colorful icon of a play triangle. It's the icon with three horizontal lines in the upper-left corner of the Google Play Store app. This will display a pop-out menu to the left. It's next to the icon that resembles a person. This will display a pop-up menu with additional options. It's the second option in the pop-up menu. This prompts a confirmation pop-up. This cancels your subscription so it won't renew once the current billing cycle is over. | Open the Google Play Store . Tap ☰. Tap Account. Tap Manage below the service you want to cancel. Tap Cancel subscription. Tap Cancel Subscription to confirm. |
Instead of eating two or three meals a day, try to eat five or six smaller meals throughout the day. This can help you increase your caloric intake and prevent you from overeating at a single meal. You should also snack on high-calorie foods in between the meals. Good snack options include: Nuts Nut butters on toast or crackers Spreads like hummus or guacamole on crackers or toast Cheese Avocado Fresh and dried fruit If you're too busy to snack or sit down to another small meal, consider drinking high-calorie drinks like protein shakes or smoothies. These should be healthy beverages that offer some nutritional benefit, not just caffeine and sugar. Try using coconut milk to make your drinks. Coconut milk has healthy fat with high calories. If you'd like fewer calories, you could use almond or hemp milk. For extra calories and protein, make super-strength milk. Mix 1 quart of milk and 1 cup of instant non-fat dry milk powder. Stir this for about five minutes and store it in your refrigerator. Use it just as you would regular milk. Look for high-calorie foods that are also considered nutrient-dense. Many of these foods are good sources of protein, fiber, and healthy fat. Include these high-calorie foods in your diet: Whole grains: whole wheat or pumpernickel bread, bran cereals, granola, bran muffins, bagels, wheat germ and flaxseed Fruit: Bananas, pineapple, raisins and other dried fruit, fruit juices, avocados Vegetables: Peas, corn, potatoes, winter squash (acorn, spaghetti, butternut) Dairy: Cheeses (especially hard cheeses like cheddar), ice cream, yogurt, and full-fat or "whole" milk and milk products, like cottage cheese, sour cream, cream cheese. Meat/Plant proteins: Beef, pork, chicken, nut butters like peanut butter, beans, and seeds Make small changes to your normal meals. Avoid using low-fat or low-calorie products. Add healthy fats, like olive oil, to veggies and other low-calorie meals. For example, steam broccoli and add a drizzle of olive oil at the end. While many processed foods are high in calories, they're not very high in nutrients which makes them empty calories. This is especially true if the processed food is high in added sugar. This means the calories you consume should be nutritious (nutrient-dense) to help your body stay healthy and strong, instead of empty calories, which provide no nutritional benefits. For instance an avocado is high in both calories and nutrients (such as fiber, B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin E, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, and more), while a donut is high in calories but offers few nutrients other than refined carbohydrates and sugar. You should also pay attention to empty calories when it comes to beverages. Sodas, alcohol, and milkshakes are all high in calories, but offer little health benefit. Instead of drinking soda or even diet drinks, drink milk, juice, and sports drinks for added calories and nutrients. | Eat several meals or snacks. Drink high-calorie beverages. Choose higher calorie, nutrient-dense foods. Add healthy fats. Avoid empty calories. |
Are you an active member of the class or more of a peripheral member of the group? You may feel like the class does not like you if you are more of a peripheral member of the group. This means you are perhaps quiet in class and almost overlooked. If this is the case they may not be ignoring you to be mean, it might just mean they honestly forget about you. Getting out of the peripheral can be as simple as making an effort to participate more in class and making an attempt to talk to others and make new friends. One way to make sure you are noticed is to “get big” and commit to making yourself more of a known presence in the class. This means taking a stand in group activities instead of just blending in. While you may really want them to include you in their activities, it goes both ways. Getting left out of events or not getting invited to social events does not always mean the group you weren't included in hates you. Could you have missed an open invite that they assumed everyone understood? Keep in mind most of the other students in your class are just like you, trying to fit in and make friends. Take a close look at your own behavior to make sure you aren't being left out simply because they don't know you want to join in. If you don't have much in common with these classmates, there may not be much of a need to even be friends in class. If your classmates seem like they would be the type of friends you want, ask yourself whether you need to make more of an effort to make friends. Sometimes being a quiet person can send signals to those around you that you do not like them. Breaking the silence of not speaking up in class does not need to start out in a huge way. You can start out by just making an effort to make small contributions to the bigger conversation. Or, you may show interest by just laughing at the right time during an animated story being told by a classmate. Examples of small additions to the conversations might include: “I heard that too, what do you think?” “No Way!” “You are not kidding! He does do that!” You don't need to be friends with everyone. There are going to be some groups you just don't have a lot in common with. You could be hoping for a relationship with classmates who have different interests or nothing in common with you. If you find that even after trying to make yourself a part of the conversation, you do not have much to say about the subjects they talk about, you may just not share any common interests with the group. There may be little need to be friends with these people outside of class. | Reflect on your interactions with your classmates. Consider if you tend to engage and act friendly with them. Question if you would spend time with these kids outside of school. Decide if you are trying to be friends with the wrong people. |
To remain eligible for unemployment benefits, you must be physically able to work and available to get to work if you're offered a position. Being unable or unavailable for work for a brief period of time may not cause the benefits office to terminate your benefits entirely, but they would be decreased during that time. For example, if you were sick with the flu for a few days and unable to seek work or go to work, you might see your benefits decreased to compensate for the time when you were unable to work. For lengthier illnesses or disabilities, you may qualify for other benefits, such as temporary disability benefits. While receiving unemployment benefits, you are required to actively seek employment. A benefits worker will let you know how many jobs you need to apply for each week to maintain eligibility, and when you need to report on your search. If you live in one state or country and your previous job was in a neighboring state or country, the unemployment office may require you to prioritize replacement work in your place of residence, rather than searching primarily in the other area. Your unemployment office has job search resources available, so take advantage of them. This may include access to job databases for free, help building your résumé, or job interview coaching. You typically must file a report with the benefits office, either weekly or every other week, that certifies that you are still able and available for work. You may also be required to report on your job search, including interviews you've attended and employment offered to you. If you are offered suitable employment and refuse it, your unemployment benefits may be terminated, unless you can convince the benefits office that you had a legitimate reason for turning down the offer. For example, if you got a job offer that would require you to move to a different city or state, it would be acceptable to turn down the offer if you weren't in a position to move. Some states and countries offer job training that you can use to increase your job opportunities. Typically, these programs are offered for free if you are getting unemployment benefits. For example, you may be able to take courses on new tech that is becoming common in your industry. You may also be able to get certified in certain skills, which can help strengthen your résumé. There may also be courses offered at a local community college or library that are free or have a nominal charge. Taking these courses can show potential employers that you're dedicated to your career. | Remain able to and available for work. Organize your job search. Report to the benefits office when required. Take job training courses if offered. |
A corked wine is a wine that has come into contact with a cork that has “cork taint.” This occurs when a wine cork comes into contact with a chemical commonly known as TCA (2,4,6-Trichloroanisole). TCA forms when natural fungi present in corks comes into contact with certain chemicals found in sanitation and sterilization products used in wineries. Many people mistakenly believe that corked wine is just wine that has little bits of cork floating in the wine. This is not the case. Although it may be annoying, the wine is not ruined. If you find bits of cork floating in your wine, simply filter it out by pushing a coffee filter half way into your wine glass, and then slowly pour the wine through the filter. Make sure to use an unbleached filter, though, as bleached coffee filters may affect the flavor of your wine. Sometimes, you may come across a bottle of wine with a screw top, but it still tastes as though it is corked. In this case, the wine may have become contaminated in the barrel before it was bottled. If this is the case, you should definitely take the wine back to the seller. If a winery has sold an entire batch of corked wine, then you should reconsider the quality of that wine. | Understand how wine becomes corked. Learn what corked does not mean. Remember that it may not be the cork on the bottle that caused the contamination. |
The number of breathes a cat takes each minute is called the respiratory rate. The normal respiratory rate for cat is between 20 to 30 breaths per minute. Both the rate (number of breaths) and how the cat breaths can indicate if she has a problem. There is a certain amount of leeway in the normal respiratory rate range, for instance a cat taking 32 breaths a minute, who is otherwise perfectly well, is not considered abnormal. You should, however, become concerned if you notice that your cat's breathing rate is around 35 to 40 breaths per minute, or if her breathing is labored. A cat's normal breathing movements are subtle and difficult to spot, so there may be a problem if your cat seem to be working hard to draw breath. Labored breathing means that your cat must make exaggerated movements with her chest or abdomen in order to suck in or push out air. To determine if your cat is breathing normally, it is best to fix your gaze on one spot (perhaps a whorl of fur on her chest) and watch as it moves slowly up and down. Her belly muscles should not be involved in filling her chest with air. If her tummy expands and contracts as she breaths, this is abnormal. If her chest "heaves" and makes exaggerated, easy to see, in-out breathing movements, or her belly moves in as she breathes, this is abnormal. A cat with breathing difficulties usually adopts the "air hunger" position. She sits or lies with her elbows held away from her body, her head and neck extended as if to straighten her windpipe. A cat in this position may also open her mouth and begin to pant. A cat with breathing difficulties may feel distressed. In order to determine if your cat is distressed, look at her facial expression. She may look anxious, with the corners of her mouth drawn back in a grimace. Some other signs of distress include: dilated pupils ears flattened whiskers back acting aggressive when approached tail close to body Cats may pant after exercising in order to cool themselves down, but panting at rest is not normal for a cat. If your cat pants often when resting, seek veterinary advice because this may be a sign of breathing problems. Cats may also pant when they are anxious or frightened, so consider your cat's environment as well. | Measure your cat’s respiratory rate. Look for labored breathing. Watch out for the “air hunger” position. Identify any signs of distress. Pay attention to your cat if she is panting. |
Otherwise all your efforts may be in vain! Go to bed with an empty or dry stomach. Do not eat 3 hours before going to bed and do not drink 2 hours before going to bed. If you do, an episode of acid reflux will be even more likely. Avoid lying down after eating, too. Wait for at least 3 hours before lying down after eating to make sure that food is digested already. It gives your body time to empty the stomach, too. Fatty foods, such as fried foods and fast food meals stay longer in the stomach and are generally heavy and difficult to digest. The longer stay and more content in the intersection between the stomach and food tube promotes acid reflux. Chocolates are high in fat and caffeine, which is also bad for acid reflux. It is also high in cocoa which prompts more acid production in the stomach and acid reflux. Fried foods, tomato sauce, alcohol, garlic, and onion are all known acid-reflux triggers. Chewing gum increases the production of saliva, nature's gift for acid reflux patients. If you know you're about to consume something you shouldn't, bring a pack of gum with you to potentially offset the complications. Be careful not to choose the mint flavour though. Mint promotes acid reflux by momentarily relaxing the muscle valves and increasing acid production in the stomach. When your clothes are tight, pressure is put upon your stomach. This added constriction of the abdominal area encourages stomach acid to work its way into your esophagus, leading to acid reflux. If you're engaging in a heavy meal or eating foods that are known to trigger your acid reflux, be sure to stay away from tight clothes (including underwear) that may exacerbate the problem. and orange juice. Coffee keeps a person perky by injecting caffeine into the system. This caffeine also stimulates the acid production inside the stomach. Hyperacidity makes it easier for back flow of stomach contents. Anything that aids in acid production should obviously be avoided (like orange juice). Orange juice and other citrus drinks are high in vitamin C or ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid raises the acidity level in the stomach further and promotes acid reflux. Caffeinated teas and sodas should also be avoided to lower acid production in the stomach. . Physical activity will improve the symptoms of acid reflux by decreasing the compression of the stomach. The key is to get 30 minutes of physical activity a day. This 30-minue goal can be divided into multiple sessions. For example, 10-minute walking sessions can be done thrice a day. Walking for 30 minutes every day will help accelerate fat loss. For people who find walking boring, other alternatives are gardening, swimming, walking the dog, and window shopping. . Overweight and obese individuals complain of acid reflux because the extra fat in the tummy compresses the stomach. This increases the pressure inside the stomach and forces its contents to flow back into the food tube. To reduce your acid reflux, you may want to reduce your weight. Avoid overeating to not only watch your weight but to lessen the chance of acid reflux. Eat smaller meals more often to maintain a desirable weight and avoid overloading your stomach. . Smoking is a known trigger of acid reflux. Over time, it can cause severe injury and cause esophageal cancer. Quit smoking now and feel immediate relief. There are a number of reasons you should quit smoking, apart from reducing acid reflux. If you do, you'll also reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes, other cancers, and you'll see an improvement in your hair, skin, nails, and teeth. | Do not eat before bed. Avoid fatty foods. Chew gum. Wear loose fitting clothes. Stay away from coffee Do more physical activity Watch your weight Stop smoking |
On the whole, oleanders are low-maintenance plants that don't need regular pruning. However, you should aim to do a major pruning of your oleander at least once a year during late summer or early fall. This pruning will help you shape your plant and stimulate healthy growth. Pruning at this time won't interfere with the blooming of the plant, because it is after the plant has already bloomed for the season. Don't prune past October. Pruning too late can make the recently cut sections of the plant vulnerable during winter. It's essential to wear gloves when you are pruning oleander. Oleander is poisonous, and while for the most part it's only dangerous when ingested, it can cause skin irritation and inflammation when handled. That is why it's best to wear gloves when pruning or handling the plant. You may also consider wearing goggles if you have sensitive skin or eyes. Be aware that the toxin in oleander is primarily in the sap of the plant. New shoots, also called suckers or basal shoots, are offshoots of the plant that grow up out of the base of the plant. Use sharp gardening shears to snip them as close to the base as you can. You can also dig up the dirt around the shoot and tear them out of the ground to remove them. These shoots can be harmful to the overall health of the plant because the plant will start to dedicate its energy into maintaining the shoot, rather than investing all its energy in the oleander. If your oleander is too tall and its size is a problem, you will want to cut it down to size. Since pruning oleander actually encourages growth and branching, cut stems at half the desired height of the plant. For instance, if you'd like your oleander to be four feet tall, cut stems at two feet. Your oleander will continue to grow, and will reach four feet when the branches grow in. If your plant is more or less the size you'd like, you do not have to do any drastic cuts. After cutting the stems to the desired heights, decide if you want to change the overall shape of the plant. When cutting branches, make your cut with sharp gardening shears just above the leaf nodes. The nodes are the sections where three leaves come out from the branch. Cutting just above the nodes encourages flowering. Your plant may have some scraggly or overhanging branches that distract from the natural shape of the plant. Cut these branches to emphasize the natural shape of the plant. You can also reshape the oleander into more of a tree-shape by cutting off branches near the bottom of the plant, leaving the area around the base clear. | Prune in late summer or early fall. Wear gloves. Snip off new shoots at the base of the plant. Cut oleander stems to about half height you'd like for the overall plant. Shape your oleander. |
Look along the radiator's sides for a small valve closed off by a metal nut and screw. It will be near the top. This valve leaks water when you remove it to let out steam, so have a small container nearby. Turn off the radiator before attempting to open the valve. Make sure it feels cool to the touch. A radiator key is a small wind-up tool, usually made of brass. Set the open end in the center of the valve, then give the key a half-turn. Leave the key in place as the air begins to leak out of the radiator. Radiator keys are available online or at some home improvement stores. Some radiators can be opened with a flathead screwdriver. Try to twist the screw a little. If it doesn't open, switch to a radiator key. Let the air hiss out of the bleed valve. Eventually, water will spurt out with it. Quickly turn the valve clockwise until the flow stops. Then, turn on your radiator to test it. If you have multiple radiators in your home, take the time to bleed all of them. Do this at least once a year to keep them all in working order. Find the small metal valve sticking out of the radiator's side. If you have a thermostatic valve, the control knob will be on top of it. To clear it out, stick a piece of wire into it. Rotate the wire to scrape away any mineral buildup around the vent hole. Use a paperclip to easily clear out the vent. Straighten the clip out and push the end into the hole. Coat hangers and sewing needles are a few other options that work well. Painters often inadvertently cover the vent. If you painted your radiator recently, cut away any obstructing paint with a wire, a small knife, screwdriver, or another tool. Make sure the water supply valve on the opposite side of the radiator is turned off. Then, twist the vent counterclockwise to remove it. Set it in a pot on the stove, cover it with white vinegar, then boil it for about 30 minutes. Reinstall the valve and test the radiator again. If the valve still doesn't work, purchase a replacement online or at a home improvement store. | Place a pan underneath the bleed valve. Open the valve by turning a radiator key counterclockwise. Close the bleed valve after water begins flowing out of it. Clear out the air vent if bleeding the radiator doesn’t fix it. Boil the valve in vinegar to clean it if necessary. |
You'll need fluffy yarn, a sock, scissors, catnip, a needle and thread, and some feathers. You can discard the toe, as it will not be needed in constructing this toy. Again, this step is optional, as your cat will want to play with anything that resembles its natural prey. Tie the yarn to one end of the sock and wrap it completely, so you no longer see the sock. Tie down the other end of the yarn. Choose a few places to add feathers. Slip them under a loop of yarn and use the needle and thread to sew them in place. This will also keep the yarn from unraveling. Your cat will love this toy, as it combines feathers with a stuffed animal. | Gather materials. Cut off the toe from the sock. Fill the sock with catnip and sew it shut. Wrap the sock with yarn. Sew on some feathers. Wave it in front of your cat. |
You can use a glass or plastic bottle as long as it is dark-colored; light will cause the hydrogen peroxide to degrade faster. Make sure that you are using distilled or filtered water. Use only 3% hydrogen peroxide. Anything higher could be damaging to your oral and dental health. Store the bottle in a cool, dark place until you are ready to use it. Pour some mouthwash into a cup. Swish and gargle it in your mouth for about 30 seconds, then spit it out. Rinse your mouth afterwards with water, then discard any mouthwash left in the cup. | Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) of lukewarm water into a dark bottle. Add 1 cup (240 milliliters) of 3% hydrogen peroxide. Close the bottle, then shake it to combine the ingredients. Use the mouthwash no more than twice daily. |
Take four heads of garlic that have been cut in half horizontally, and place them on a piece of foil. Drizzle 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of olive oil over the garlic halves, and sprinkle a pinch of a salt over them. You can omit the salt if you’re trying to limit sodium in your diet. Once the garlic halves are covered with the oil and salt, put them back together to form a full head. Tuck four sprigs of thyme among them, and fold the foil up around the garlic to create a sealed pouch. If you aren't a fan of thyme, you can substitute rosemary or omit the herbs entirely. Place the foil pouch with the garlic inside your slow cooker. Turn the heat setting to low, and allow the garlic to cook until it is caramelized, which should take approximately six hours. | Season the garlic. Seal the garlic in foil with thyme. Cook the garlic in the slow cooker until caramelized. |
The bags need to be big enough to fit inside your shoes. This method is best used for shoes that are a little tight in the toe area. Tuck them down towards the toe area. If you are worried about the bags leaking, place them into another bag before putting them inside the shoe. If you are disgusted by the idea of sticking your shoes into the freezer, stick your shoes into plastic bags first. As the water freezes, it will expand and stretch your shoes. If the bags are difficult to take out, let the ice melt a little. You can also try breaking the ice with a hammer. This will help them retain their shape, and ensure that they don't shrink while they warm back up. | Fill two, plastic resealable bags halfway with water and seal them tightly. Place the bags inside the shoes. Place the shoes into the freezer. Wait for the water in the bags to freeze. Take the shoes out of the freezer and pull out the bags. Put the shoes on immediately. |
Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Doing so will search your computer for the "Recovery" program. It's a blue computer monitor-shaped icon at the top of the Start window. This will open the Recovery window. This link is near the top of the Recovery window. Doing so opens the System Restore window. It's at the bottom of the window. Click your restore point's name in the middle of the page. Make sure that the date to the left of this point is correct before continuing. This is at the bottom of the page. It's at the bottom of the System Restore window. Doing so will prompt your computer to begin restoring. This process may take several minutes to over an hour, and your computer will restart at least once during the process. | Open Start . Type recovery into Start. Click Recovery. Click Open System Restore. Click Next. Select a restore point. Click Next. Click Finish. |
Millionaires are used to having the best of the best in their lives, so they want a partner who brings a lot to the table. Physical appearance definitely matters, but having a good personality and intellect is also important. That means you should make sure that you look neat and attractive, but also be able to engage in interesting conversation. To make a good impression, dress to impress on your date. Forget jeans and a t-shirt, and go for a more polished look, such as your best cocktail dress or suit and tie. Make sure that your clothing fits well too. Just as with any potential partner, a millionaire may be looking for specific traits in a significant other, such as a love of the outdoors or an Ivy League degree. As you get to know him or her better, you'll be able to tell if you're really a good fit for each other. On your first few dates, it's best to avoid controversial or potentially uncomfortable topics of conversation, such as politics, finances, or failed relationships in your past. Instead, make an effort to keep things lighthearted, and try to get to know your date on a more personal level. Ask about their hobbies, pets, and other playful topics. While you don't want to be intrusive, it's important to be curious, so your date knows that you’re genuinely interested. Ask follow up questions that show that you’re really listening to what he or she has to say. Millionaires are often wary of people being interested in them solely because of their money, so you want to make sure that your date knows you genuinely care about who he or she is as a person. You can do that by being enthusiastic about his or her interests and background. If he or she wants to share a special experience with you, such as a ride on his or her boat, let your millionaire know how excited you are to go. Don't fake it. If you aren't a fan of polo, don't pretend that your millionaire's story about his team is the most exciting thing you’ve ever heard. If you don't like horses, don't pretend that you can't wait to go horseback riding with him. He’ll likely be able to see through your act, which will probably turn him off. You shouldn't only be excited when you’re going to expensive restaurants or clubs. If that's how you feel, you’re probably not in the relationship for the right reasons. | Be the complete package. Keep things light. Show enthusiasm. |
Since hedgehogs don't have the best eyesight, they’re more sensitive to bright lights and shadows. When you’re picking up your hedgehog, try not to cast a shadow over it or you could scare it. You want your hedgehog to feel as safe and calm as possible while you’re working on taming it. To avoid casting a shadow over your hedgehog, be mindful of nearby lights. For example, if there's a lamp next to your hedgehog's cage, avoid standing in front of it when you’re picking your hedgehog up. Just like with bright lights and shadows, hedgehogs are sensitive to loud noises. You don't want your hedgehog to get scared while you’re holding it, so try to stay as calm and quiet as possible. Avoid yelling, listening to loud music, slamming cabinets or door, or dropping things while you're holding your hedgehog. Trying to rush the taming process with your hedgehog will only make it take longer. Don't force your hedgehog to give you attention or it will feel scared and threatened. Instead, give your hedgehog plenty of time to get used to your smell and company. Eventually, it will feel safe around you! | Don’t cast a shadow over your hedgehog when you pick it up. Avoid making loud noises when you’re handling your hedgehog. Let your hedgehog get comfortable with you on its own time. |
Analyze the surface of the sheet metal. If the sheet metal is smooth to the touch, you will need to texturize it before painting. Create a rough surface on the sheet metal. Using high-grit sandpaper or steel wool, rub the surface of the sheet metal. This will allow the paint to adhere to the metal. Create a light, even texture on the surface and avoid making deep grooves in the metal. To remove stubborn rust spots, use a drill with a circular wire brush attachment. A clean surface will allow the paint to adhere better to the sheet metal and will create a more attractive finish. Spray the sheet metal with white vinegar and wipe it down with a clean rag. The vinegar's acidity will further abrade the sheet metal. Spray the metal with compressed air. This will remove any dust and dirt from the surface of the sheet metal. If there are areas of the sheet metal that will not be painted, cover them with painter's tape or masking tape. | Texturize the surface of the sheet metal. Clean the sheet metal. Protect areas you don't want painted. |
If somebody asks you questions, give him or her simplistically vague answers. This makes people want to learn more, perhaps giving them more of a reason to talk to you. If somebody asks something personal, such as, "What do you do for your birthday?" answer with something such as, "I'm always with my family and we have a small tradition. Sometimes friends get to come if they're close, otherwise I have a birthday party. We do something different each year." This will leave people wanting to know 1) what the tradition is, 2) why the friends who come to the family celebration get to come, and 3) what happens at the birthday parties. They'll have to talk to you more to find out. Don't gossip about others unless the person(s) give you explicit permission to do so or you only share within a close social person the other is in as well. Tell about yourself and experiences, but still be vague. Let's say you're a girl and you met a boy at your friend's party at a roller rink who chatted you up about maybe hanging out. You could say, "I was at a party someplace and met a cute guy. He suggested going somewhere, but I don't know if I'm busy." This leaves the people you told it to wanting to know 1) whose party, 2) party where, 3) who the guy was, 4) what he said to you, and 5) why you might be busy. Being vague can't be stressed enough. Saying these small words mean the difference from being seen as confident and casual to nervous and an over-thinker. Unless somebody gives a particularly hard question, limit the usage of the conversation-breakers. You want to be quick while still understood. | Don't disclose too much information about yourself. Share interesting moments through gossip. Don't say "uh" or "um" too much - save that for text talk! |
Depending on the time of day, you could choose a light blue or a dark greyish purple. Paint the whole background in broad, even strokes. If you don't let it dry, you'll pick up the background paint in the clouds. Using a dry brush, add some white and black to the background color you used. Sketch out the basic areas where the clouds will go with the brush. Create shapes in the lighter colors. Work in circles to create cloud effects. To create lighter colors, add white to the original paint color as you go. If you want to outline the clouds, you can add in areas of the background color. You don't want the final highlights to be too stark against the other colors, so use an off-white or cream. Brush it around the shapes you created earlier, highlighting the tops of the clouds. | Create a background. Let the oil paint dry. Sketch out the clouds. Layer over the clouds in lighter colors. Add in patches of the background color. Add highlights in a cream color. |
If you aren't already logged in, do so with your phone number (or email address) and password. You have several different ways to contact Uber depending on your needs: Trip and Fare Review - For when you have an issue related to a ride. You'll need to tap the pertinent ride after choosing this option. Accessibility - For reporting an issue with an assistive device (e.g., a wheelchair) or something else related to accessibility. Account and Payment - For reporting sign-in issues, payment issues, and unknown charges. Driving with Uber - For signing up to drive with Uber. Events and Inquiries - For press- or law enforcement-related inquiry. You may have to tap subsequent options that are more specific to your situation. | Open the Uber app. Tap ☰. Tap Help. Review your options. Tap a pertinent option. |
Fill your spray gun with the clear coat, following any manufacturer's specifications from the paint can. Start at the top of the vehicle and spray from left to right as you make your way down to the bottom of the car. Use even, long strokes. Wait 10 minutes after this first coat before applying the second. The clear coat should be easy to see as it goes on the car, so take your time to make sure the entire body is evenly coated. You’ll know the clear coat is dry when it is smooth to the touch, rather than sticky. Once the first clear coat has dried, repeat the process to apply the second (and final!) coat. Remember to use smooth, even strokes and to completely coat the entire body of the car. If you want, or if you applied particularly thin first and second coats, you could do a third coat, though two is usually sufficient. Right after you apply the last clear coat, carefully peel away the masking tape and plastic sheeting or newspaper. Do this slowly and try to keep the plastic from touching or getting stuck in the clear coat. If there is sticky residue left from the tape, ignore it for now. You can go back to it later and rub it away using something like Goo Gone. Be careful when doing this since you’ve already removed the tape and protective sheeting. Chances are, if you have to fix anything, it’ll just be a small section that you can carefully spray again. Remember that you can always use this process of sanding and spraying to fix small scratches in the future, especially if you have leftover paint. your clear coat for a glossy finish. Make sure the clear coat is completely dry before you buff. You can rent a buffer from your local hardware store if you don't own one. Use a low setting and buff carefully but quickly—if you leave the buffer on any particular spot for too long, it could burn or wear away the paint you just applied. You don't have to buff your car if you don't want to, but it definitely makes it look shinier! | Spray the first coat of the clear coat evenly over the base. Apply the second clear coat to create a nice, glossy finish. Remove the masking tape and plastic before the paint dries. Fix any mistakes or uneven areas by sanding and respraying the area. Buff |
To see different options of support that Steam provides, use an internet browser of your choice to go their home support page. The support page gives you the option to either sign in, or to fix problems that you’re having with signing in. ” This page gives you 2 options: to sign into your account or to get help signing in. If you’re unable to get into your account, click the button on the right to be sent to the page of options for help with unlocking it. Clicking “Sign in” on the left will take you to the troubleshooting pages where you can browse articles or submit a ticket. Choose this one if you are still able to sign into your account. On the next page you’ll see a list of 4 options. Click the top one, “I forgot my Steam Account name or password” if you simply forgot how to get into your account. When you click the top option, you’ll be directed to enter your name, email address, or phone number on the next page to unlock your account. If you think that someone has been using your account, click the second option. On the next page you’ll find directions for recovering and securing your account. If you are not receiving the Guard code that you need for unlocking your account, click the option that says “I’m not receiving a Steam Guard code.” The next page will have directions for verifying and updating your email address. You will also be directed on how to add Steam support email addresses to your contacts so that you receive emails from them in the future. Click “I deleted or lost my Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator” if this has happened to you. You will be directed to enter your name, email address, or phone number on the next page to proceed. | Go to https://help.steampowered.com/en/ to access Steam’s support site. Click “Help, I can’t sign in. Choose the first option if you forgot your name or password. Pick the second option if your account was stolen. Choose the third option if you need a Steam Guard code. Pick the fourth option if you need a Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator. |
If you're hanging out with other people and trying new things, you are almost guaranteed to have more fun. Finding good company to try new things with will make you have fun no matter what. Here are some great things to try: Join a team sport. Whether you're joining a volleyball league or just playing badminton with two of your friends, you'll be set to have a great time. Do a cultural activity. Go to the theatre, a museum, or a concert with your friends and see what a great time you have. Throw a theme party. Throwing a theme party with your friends is a great way to have fun, whether it's a costume party or a murder mystery party. Check out a new restaurant. Go to a completely new place for the food or for the happy hour specials, and indulge in the great conversations you'll be having with your friends. Cook together. Invite over a few friends and create an elaborate meal, or have fun baking new kinds of desserts. Dancing with your friends is always a good time, no matter how silly or insecure you may feel. You can dance at a house party, at a club with a few close friends, or just dance in the middle of the street with your best friend if the mood strikes. Moving your body and even singing along to the lyrics of a silly song will definitely make you have more fun. If you really like dancing, then taking a salsa, cardio hip hop, or another type of dance class will definitely make your life more fun. Part of having fun is hanging out with people who bring more fun and joy to your every day life. If you're hanging out with a Negative Nancy or a person who is always sad for no reason, then you'll never be able to have more fun with others. Here's how to hang out with people who will make your life more fun: Hang out with people who are spontaneous and adventurous. These people are guaranteed to find fun in the most unlikely places. Hang out with people who crack you up. If you're laughing, you'll be able to have fun no matter where you are. Hang out with people who are positive. Positive people are excited about life and are guaranteed to have more fun than negative, whiny people. One of the best ways to have fun is simply to laugh more. Other people can help you do this, whether you laugh because of their corny jokes or because you find yourself in the middle of a ridiculous situation with your friends. Here's how to have more fun by laughing more: Watch something funny with your friends. Go to the movies to see a comedy or even see a stand-up comedian, and you'll instantly have fun. Play a silly board game. Board games are guaranteed to make you laugh when you're hanging out with others. Play charades. This old school game is always a riot. Don't be afraid to be silly or goofy. When you're hanging out with friends, you can sing into your hairbrush, dress up in the most ridiculous outfits, or dance like a fool. Let go of your inhibitions and you'll be having more fun in no time at all. Another way to have fun with others is to go on an adventure. This could mean taking a road trip just a few hours away, booking a vacation, or just going on an adventure to a local park or landmark that you've never seen. A road trip is a guaranteed way to have fun. Bring on the candy, bad pop music mix, and a map, and you'll be having fun in no time. Go to the beach or the woods. You'll be guaranteed to have fun outdoors if you're with a pack of friends who are up for anything. Go on a fun vacation. Go to Vegas, Mexico, or just the next town over just because you feel like it, and enjoy the feeling of being a tourist and acting a little bit outrageous. | Find a new activity to do with your friends. Dance. Hang out with the right people. Laugh more. Go on an adventure. |
Under a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, your non-exempt assets are liquidated to pay back all or a portion of your outstanding debt. Non-exempt assets include musical instruments, expensive clothing or jewelry, expensive furniture or appliances, and any additional vehicles beyond a single car. As much of your debt is paid back to your creditors as a result of the liquidation of your assets, Chapter 7 bankruptcy will not require you to make monthly payments back to your creditors, freeing up your income for necessary purchases. However, this also tends to prevent you from being to pay cash out-of-pocket for a car, as expendable cash would have been seized as non-exempt assets, making obtaining a loan necessary for the purchase of a car. Unlike Chapter 13 bankruptcy which takes many years to finish, Chapter 7 bankruptcies are usually discharged in three to four months. It is very difficult and sometimes impossible to get a loan before a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is discharged. It is wise to wait until the process is complete before attempting. This can be a lot more difficult to achieve under Chapter 7 bankruptcy than Chapter 13 bankruptcy. While bankruptcy laws from state-to-state and the terms of individual bankruptcy cases vary, almost all assets held in bank accounts are liquidated to pay back creditors under Chapter 7. However, if you have been able to keep a sizable amount of cash from being seized during your bankruptcy process, it may be possible to purchase a car outright, with cash, while under Chapter 7. It is important to note that at least one car, especially if that vehicle is used to get to and from work, will fall under a "motor vehicle exemption" under the majority of state bankruptcy laws- allowing you to keep a car you already own. With this being the case, it may be wise to purchase the vehicle with cash prior to filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you absolutely need to make a purchase during your bankruptcy period, inform your trustee of your plans. The trustee will likely need to approve any potential purchase, so it is important to work with them rather than behind their back. You will likely not be able to purchase a car under Chapter 7 bankruptcy until you have acquired a bankruptcy discharge notification. This ensures future creditors that, despite your past financial troubles, you have done everything required of you to pay back your outstanding debts as they are outlined your bankruptcy proceedings. If you have not obtained discharge yet, you will likely need paperwork from your trustee approving you to receive a loan. Financing will be available while you are in Chapter 7, but it will be expensive. Most dealers will require at least $1,000 as a down payment, but usually require more. There are many car dealers specializing in making loans to people with bad credit, no credit and even those who have declared bankruptcy. Look online or in local advertisements to find a car dealer who specializes in finding financing for people with credit troubles. Always shop around for as many options as possible. Clearly explain your bankruptcy situation to a lender, being open and clear about your financial difficulties and the reason for them can make them more likely to approve a loan. Visiting institutions (like a bank or credit union) with which you have prior relationships is an important place to start. These institutions have previous records of your payment history, and if you generally have good credit behavior or they see that your bankruptcy was due to a factor beyond your control (like job loss or medical emergency), they may be willing to lend. You can also get a loan with the help of a family member or friend, either as a cosigner or as a personal loan. However, be advised that this makes that person legally responsible for your debt should you fail to make payments. Having filed for bankruptcy, lenders will view you as someone who has proven the capacity to live well beyond his or her means. Because of this, it is critical to select a reasonable car that you can afford before approaching a lender for financing. If possible, it may be wise to approach a friend, family member or trusted acquaintance who would be willing to sign for a car loan on your behalf and arrange a payment schedule with that individual. This will help to reduce the stress of putting forward a high down payment or paying higher interest rates on monthly car payments. Your car loan will likely have an interest rate that is higher than traditional loans. This will drastically increase the monthly payments you will owe to the dealership or independent lender. Interest rates may be as high as 15-20%. | Know the parameters of Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Consider waiting until you have received your bankruptcy discharge. Examine the feasibility of buying a car with cash. Discuss your plans with your trustee. Obtain the necessary paperwork. Prepare to make a large down payment. Find a lender. Choose an affordable car. Expect a higher interest rate. |
You may wrongly assume that gratifying your friend with positive attention may help them finish up faster. It won't. Placating them will probably only encourage them to talk longer. Instead, don't give any positive feedback like saying “Ahh” or nodding your head. A long-winded friend may not know that they are boring you with their monologues. Once the chat becomes excessive, graciously ask them if they can wrap it up. This tactic would probably be inappropriate for someone you don't know well, but it should be suitable and effective for a friend. For example, you might say, “I’m sorry, you’re losing me. Can you summarize what you’re trying to say?” Let your friend know that you don't have all the time in the world to listen to them talk. This might help you to become an active participant in the conversation or give you an opener to end the chat. Say something along the lines of “I’d love to hear about your day, but I’m running late for an appointment. Can we start wrapping this up?” You could also consider warning them at the beginning of a conversation that you have a limited amount of time to chat. Try letting them know, "I only have 5 minutes to talk right now, then I really have to get going." If you and your friend are in a group setting, one technique is to take away their captive audience—you. Look away and engage with someone else in the group to signal to your friend that they have lost your interest. Another option is to abruptly change the subject. This works best with an environmental stimulus, like telling another friend “Oh, I love your scarf! Did I tell you guys about the new scarves I bought last weekend?” If push comes to shove and you can't seem to get away from a chatty Cathy, use your imagination. Recall the plot of your favorite book or movie. Review fast facts for an upcoming test in your head. Or think about what you’d like to have for dinner. Note that this suggestion would probably be considered rude. However, if you have tried other options to no avail, this may be the only way to deal with a friend who talks too much. Also, your friend may not even notice that you’re not giving them your full attention. As a last resort, you may have to jump ship on the conversation and end it abruptly. You can do this by reminding them of the time or saying you need to go to the restroom. Be sure not to return to the same environment when you’re done, however. If you do, they just might start back up again. You might say something short and sweet, like “I’m sorry. I have to go.” | Don’t offer positive feedback. Ask them to get to the point. Indicate that you’re short on time. Pull someone else into the conversation or change the subject. Get lost in thought. Stop the conversation if needed. |
Wash your skin and then apply an oil-free lotion to any scarred skin and the surrounding area. This will help to keep your concealer in place and will smooth out any uneven skin. If your scar appears slightly shiny after you've applied the lotion, take a tissue and dab at it a few times. This should lessen any surface sheen. Apply a dime-sized amount of primer after your moisturizer to make your skin makeup ready. Place a few drops of concealer into your palm and allow it to warm up for 1-2 minutes. Then, dab small amounts of the concealer on top of the scar. Feather your finger movements outward to spread the concealer to the surrounding skin. The heat from your fingertips can actually help to liquefy the concealer, creating a more unified look. Keloid scars are often slightly pitted, so it may take a number of layers of makeup for them to fully even out. This is normal. After each drying period, assess the scar to see if there are any visibly pitted areas or uneven patches. Then, apply a bit of concealer on your fingertips to these areas. Lightly touch your concealer to ensure it is dry to the touch. Dip your foundation brush into the liquid until just the tip is coated. Then, dab over the scarred skin and the surrounding areas. Continue re-coating the brush and dabbing until the skin is lightly and evenly covered. This will let the powder evenly attach to the puff. Then, press the powder directly over the scarred area. The powder will help to set your concealer and keep it from fading away. An even application of powder also reduces the tonal differences between your scar and the surrounding skin. Many people like to use a large brush to apply setting powder. However, the powder doesn't always attach as well to uneven or scarred areas. If your makeup appears to be fading away a bit or revealing too much of your scar, take a few moments to apply another layer of foundation and powder. If the makeup has faded away entirely, go ahead and start with concealer. If this is a problem, you might also consider testing out a few long-lasting makeup products. Test out using brushes, sponges, puffs, or your fingertips for makeup application. Experiment with different products in varying skin tones. When you have the time, add on extra makeup layers to see if the result looks better. Remember that you can always use makeup remover to take everything off and start fresh! | Rub a moisturizer then primer onto your clean skin. Use your fingertips to apply the concealer. Apply another layer of concealer after 1-2 minutes. Apply a general coating of a foundation using a brush or sponge. Press a puff firmly into your setting powder. Check your makeup and reapply throughout the day. Keep practicing your makeup techniques. |
You'll usually find it on the home screen. It's the magnifying glass at the bottom-right corner of the screen. A list of matching results will appear. " If you're in the US, the price is $6.99. You'll usually have to enter a PIN or use Touch ID to confirm your payment and start the download. Once the download is complete, you can open Minecraft by tapping its icon (the word "MINECRAFT" on a brown and green pixelated background) on one of the home screens. If you've never added a payment method to your App Store settings, you'll be prompted to do so before you can complete the purchase. | Open the App Store . Tap Search. Type minecraft into the search bar and press Search. Tap the price next to "Minecraft. Confirm your identity. |
If you get bored and distracted easily when you are studying on your own, try working with a study group. You are all studying the same materials, so you all have a common goal. Look for people in your class that also might benefit from a group study session. You want to make sure the people you choose are people you can get along with. You want the study session to be productive, not full of drama. Although you can socialize a little bit when you first meet up, make sure you don't waste a lot of time just talking. Try to get straight to studying as soon as you can. One of the benefits of studying in a group is that they can help you understand concepts you aren't sure about. If you have a question, ask one of your group members to help you understand. The whole group will benefit from the discussion. If you were alone and confused, you would be more likely to get bored because you couldn't engage with the material. Now, you can engage with the material and with each other in order to better understand the information. This can help those who fill uncomfortable asking questions in class. If you are too shy or embarrassed to ask your professor when you are in class, you can ask one of your group mates instead. This way, you avoid any uncomfortable situations and can get the help you need. A great way to learn tough material is to teach it to others. In your study group, assign each other sections of the information to reteach to the study group. This way, not only will you benefit from teaching it to others, you will also get to learn from your group mates and get a different take on the material. Plus, with so many people talking about different topics, it will be really hard to get bored while you study. Once you have studied in a group for a while, you can start quizzing each other on the information you have been learning. You can make flash cards or try a round robin approach, where each group member asks a question to the group and, once it gets answered fully, the next person gets to ask the question. This will help you stay engaged in the information because it isn't just you quizzing yourself. In situations like this, the others are there to help you see different angles and to help you come up with ways to remember the information. When you have a ton of people, you can create multi-player games to help you all learn the information. If you love a sport, make it into a study game. Find a board game you all like and turn it into a study session. Before you know it, you will all have the information memorized and you will not have to worry about boredom. Play a basketball game like Horse. Every time any of you miss a question, you lose a letter. To gain a letter back, you have to get the question right without looking at the answers. This will get a little competition going and help you all learn the material. Take a board game like Trivial Pursuit and turn it into a study game. Assign a subject or facet of your subject to each color. For example, if you are studying history, you can break your questions down into categories based on centuries, decades, or large concepts you need to remember. Each time you land of a specific color, you have to answer a question about that topic. | Find a study group. Ask each other questions. Take turns leading discussion. Quiz each other. Make the information into a game. |
Smear the olive oil over dry patches of skin, including your face, the backs of your arms, your elbows, and your knees. Work the oil into your skin using circular motions. Try some of these add-ins to help soothe your skin: 1 cup of uncooked oatmeal, for dry or irritated skin 2 cups of Epsom salts, for inflammation 4 to 5 Tbsp baking soda, for use as an exfoliator The ice will draw blood to the area to improve circulation and deliver moisture. Just make sure that your skin doesn't get cold or numb. You can either purchase bottled aloe vera gel or cut the leaf off of an aloe vera plant and rub the gel on your skin. Exfoliate your skin in the shower. Then, cut a grapefruit in half. Sink your elbows into each half and soak the area for 15 minutes. The acids will help to smooth your skin. You can use oatmeal scrub on your face, neck, or body to remove dead skin cells. Grind rolled oats in your food processor or coffee grinder until you have enough ground oats to fill 1/2 cup. Add 1/3 cup ground sunflower seeds, 1/2 teaspoon peppermint leaves and 4 tablespoons of almond meal. Mix everything thoroughly. Combine 2 teaspoons of the oatmeal mixture with a small amount of heavy cream until the mixture has the consistency of a facial scrub. Scrub your face, neck and chest with the oatmeal scrub and rinse thoroughly. Grapeseed oil counteracts aging by helping your skin cells to repair themselves. In a small spray bottle, mix a few drops of bergamot, rose or sandalwood oil with some water. Close your eyes and spray the mixture onto your face whenever your skin feels dry. You may already have the ingredients that you need in your kitchen. Try any of the following ideas: Whisk 1 tablespoon of plain yogurt with a few drops of sesame oil. Apply the mixture to your face, throat and upper chest and leave it on for 15 minutes. Mash a banana and mix in a little bit of honey. Apply the mixture to your skin for 15 minutes. Combine 2 tablespoons mashed avocado, 1/4 cup whipping cream, 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of calendula petals. Leave the mixture on your face for 15 minutes before rinsing it off. Peel a mango and mash the flesh. Apply the pulp to your face and leave it on for a few minutes to clean and tighten your pores. Then, rinse it off. Bring water to a simmer in a saucepan. Drop an apple into the water and simmer it until it turns soft. Take the apple out, mash it and add 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of peppermint leaves. Smear the mixture on your face and rinse it off after 5 minutes. Scramble an egg. Don't use your spatula to break the egg into pieces; leave it in 1 large piece. Place the egg on your face and keep it there until the egg starts to harden. If you have oily skin, use an egg white instead of the whole egg. | Use olive oil. Take a nourishing bath. Wrap ice in a towel and apply it to dry, itchy skin patches. Use aloe vera on extra-dry skin. Use grapefruit on rough elbows. Make your own oatmeal scrub. Add 1 teaspoon of grapeseed oil to your bottle of toner. Spritz your skin with water and essential oils. Make your own face mask. |
Flow based models such as Real NVP are an extremely powerful approach to density estimation.However, existing flow based models are restricted to transforming continuous densities over a continuous input space into similarly continuous distributions over continuous latent variables.This makes them poorly suited for modeling and representing discrete structures in data distributions, for example class membership or discrete symmetries.To address this difficulty, we present a normalizing flow architecture which relies on domain partitioning using locally invertible functions, and possesses both real and discrete valued latent variables. This Real and Discrete approach retains the desirable normalizing flow properties of exact sampling, exact inference, and analytically computable probabilities, while at the same time allowing simultaneous modeling of both continuous and discrete structure in a data distribution. | Flow based models, but non-invertible, to also learn discrete variables |
Chords are when you play more than one note at once, creating a harmonic sound. To play a chord, you use your left hand to hold down strings at different frets simultaneously. Learning to play chords is easy; you will be supplied with the string number, fret number, and the specific finger required to recreate each sound. Major chords are formed by three or notes played simultaneously, with the distance between the first and second notes being two whole steps apart. Major chords are associated with cheery or happy music. To play a C Major chord, place your ring finger on the 1st string on the third fret. To play an F Major chord, put your index finger on the 2nd string of the first fret, and your ring finger on the first string of the second fret. To play a G Major chord, place your index finger on the 3rd string of the second fret, your middle finger on the 4th string of the second fret, and your ring finger on the 2nd string of the third fret. To play an A Major chord, put your index finger on the 3rd string of the first fret, and your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret. To play a D Major chord, place your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret, your ring finger on the 2nd string of the second fret, and your pinky finger on the 3rd string of the second fret. To play an E Major chord, put your index finger on the 4th string of the first fret, your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret, and your pinky finger on the 3rd string of the fourth fret. Minor chords are three or more concurrently played notes, with the distance from the first and second notes being three half-steps. Minor chords are considered sad or gloomy sounding compared to major chords. To play an A Minor chord, place your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret. To play an E Minor chord, put your index finger on the 4th string of the second fret, and your ring finger on the 3rd string of the fourth fret. To play a D Minor chord, place your index finger on the 2nd string of the first fret, your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret, and your ring finger on the 3rd string of the second fret. To play an F# or Gb Minor chord, put your index finger on the 3rd string of the first fret, your middle finger on the 1st string of the second fret, and your ring finger on the 2nd string of the second fret. To play a B Minor chord, bar the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th strings with your index finger by holding them all down simultaneously on the second fret, and hold the 1st string down on the fourth fret with your ring finger. | Learn some basic chords. Learn basic major chords. Learn the basic minor chords. |
Dry storage may ultimately be less expensive than storing your boat in the water, and dry-stored boats are less likely to develop blisters on their hulls. However, dry-stored boats may be more susceptible to damage from sudden freezes than boats stored in the water. Consider your local climate and discuss your options with boating experts in your area. You may wish to rent a climate-controlled storage unit, store your boat in a heated garage on your property, or store your boat in a dry-stacking facility. These options will help protect your boat from the elements, and may be especially important in areas where hurricanes and winter storms are a concern. This is a good idea even if the boat will be stored in a heated garage or another type of storage facility. Your cover should be tight fitting, waterproof, and strong enough to hold up if snow or debris falls on it. Whichever type of cover you choose should be well ventilated to prevent trapped moisture inside your boat. A few popular types of boat coverings are: Shrinkwrap. The major downside to shrink wrap is that it can trap moisture and lead to mildew if not properly treated and ventilated. Custom fabric covers. While the up-front cost of a fabric cover may be high, it can be re-used for many years, and will ultimately cost you less than repeated applications of shrink wrap. Fabric covers also have the advantages of being well-ventilated and easy to remove and replace. Polyethylene tarps. Tarps are a fairly inexpensive boat covering solution, but the tarp you select should be thick, and must be supported to prevent damage to your boat from accumulation of snow and debris. You may need to build a frame out of wood or PVC pipe that can be fitted over your boat to support the tarp cover. | Decide between wet or dry storage. Store your boat in a climate-controlled setting, if possible. Cover your boat. |
Make sure it is compatible with the operating systems of all computers on the network and with the USB printer. Plug an RJ45 Ethernet cable into the server on one end and the network wall jack on the other. Follow the proper order for plugging in power, network and USB connections. Navigate to the printers folder. Right click "add printer" and select "network printer." If a printer is not found, select "the printer I want is not listed." Select "browse for printers" and find the USB server that is attached to the USB printer. Click the plus sign to expand it, and then select the printer. Follow the prompts to install the printer. | Check the system requirements for the USB server before purchasing it. Locate the server near a network wall jack. Read the directions for the USB server. Go to each computer to add the printer. Allow Windows to search the network for printers. |
. There are probably tons of potential friends around you, but you may not know how to approach these people and get connected. After all, striking up a conversation can be pretty scary sometimes. However, don't doubt yourself--you can do it! Take a deep breath, and ask a stranger a question about themselves or comment on your surroundings. A great rule-of-thumb is that people enjoy talking about themselves and their interests, so look for cues that can help you get them talking. For example, you’re in line at the grocery store and you see a teen in front of you who is playing on their smartphone. You might say, “You seem to be really good at that. What's the goal of the game?” Try to ask an open-ended question that requires the person to give a detailed answer rather than just replaying “yes” or “no.” A great open-ended question is something like, “You said skiing is your favorite sport--what is it about skiing that you love?” If you’re feeling lonely or insecure about your friend-making skills, you may be tempted to turn down invitations to parties or other activities. However, these events can be super valuable friend-making opportunities. Although you might be nervous, give yourself a pep talk and head to the office party or your cousin's baby shower. It's a risk that could be rewarded with new friends! Just seeing people around can help you like them more--this is called the mere exposure effect. Pick a social setting, like a coffee shop or a smoothie cafe, and hang out there. Who knows? You may become friends with the workers or the other regulars. People gravitate towards others who give off positive energy. Make sure you always speak kindly about other people. Nasty gossip, although sometimes entertaining, is not the way to make good friends. Also, don't forget to smile! You’ll automatically appear friendlier and more likeable. People like other people who make them feel good, so be encouraging and give genuine compliments. You might say something like, “Wow, it's amazing that you volunteer at the homeless shelter each week. I’m so impressed! Can you tell me more about that?” Being around other people can improve your mood and outlook. If you've taken up a sport or hobby, go to club events, sporting meet-ups and competitions. At these events, you’ll be surrounded by people who share the same interests as you. Striking up a conversation will be easy--just start chatting about your shared interests! Don't be afraid to join a club for something you've never done before, like Improv or bowling. You may meet many other people who are equally inexperienced, and you can bond over the challenges you face and your funny mistakes. It's fine to take it slowly if you're hesitant. Just don't let your fear of rejection prevent you from connecting with awesome, like-minded people. Even if it takes a little while to find friends in your area, you can find many people online who share your thoughts, ideas, and passions. Online friendships are not as intimate as those in real life and usually won't solve loneliness completely. Nevertheless, they are still a good way to feel connected and pass the time. Just don't let your online friends keep you from making friends in person, and be careful about meeting up or connecting with any people you meet online. Doing things that benefit your neighborhood, like community service projects, is a great way to meet people and give back along the way. Helping the less fortunate also allows you to step out of yourself and put things into perspective. You may find that you are even more grateful for what you have. Help adults and children learn to read at your local library, volunteer at your local soup kitchen, or help clean up a park in your community. | Initiate conversations Put yourself in social situations. Be positive when interacting with others. Pursue your interests with others. Find like-minded people online. Volunteer. |
One thing you will notice right away when traveling in Italy is the sun is very piercing and seems very close. It's important that you wear sunglasses. This is even truer in the South of Italy and in the summer months, where you will find it very bright during the day. During the spring and summer, you should also pack sunscreen to protect your skin, especially if you burn easily. A straw hat with a brim is a great way to protect your skin and eyes and also look chic to Italians, whether you’re dressed for a formal or informal occasion. You may need these items when dressing at night, when it can get colder and also when dining in a nice restaurant. Men should pack a nicely tailored jacket. A great look in Italy would be a white shirt, black or navy blue blazer, and skinny black pants with nice shoes and a silk scarf. And sunglasses. A light trench coat is often a perfect choice for unexpected weather changes. In the winter, you’ll need a warmer coat in the north, such as a padded winter coat, and you will probably need warm gloves, a scarf and a hat. A down jacket or vest may mark you as a tourist. A pair of leather boots can also be elegant looking and keep your feet warm during colder months. They’re also comfortable to walk in. These two items will go a long way to getting rid of the tourist feel and upping your elegance and class appeal. Accessorize the look. One item you can't go wrong with in Italy is a silk scarf. Italians often wear jewelry. and Italian women usually wear natural-looking makeup, but don't wear anything too obvious if safety is a concern. Take along a great handbag and an umbrella! Remember that Italians value clothing with elegant fabrics and clean lines, so avoid the messy patterns. Men could carry a messenger bag. This is sometimes called a “man purse” in America or a briefcase. Women groom their nails and eyebrows. | Wear sunglasses. Bring a jacket or sweater. Wear a scarf and carry a great handbag. |
Poppy plants may rot and die in soaked soils, so only water when the soil feels dry to a finger's depth. Typically, you only need to water the plants once every several days. Increase the amount of water per watering session in hot weather or if the poppies turn brown. Avoid watering plants during the early afternoon, especially in sunny weather. The heated water can burn the leaves, and it may evaporate before it can be absorbed. While it's a good idea to remove weeds competing with your poppies as you see them, young poppy plants are small and easily pulled up by accident or mistaken for undesirable plants. Reduce the ability of weeds to grow in the first place by spreading two to three inches (6 to 8 cm) of organic mulch around the plants. A mulch such as bark chips will look attractive, and will keep the soil moist. Once the plants are one or two inches tall (2.5–5 cm), cut the smaller or weaker plants at the base using garden shears. Keep each remaining plant at least 6 inches (15cm) apart for the best chance at healthy growth and flowering. Do not pull the plants out as this may disturb the root systems of the neighboring poppies. Spacing plants out in this manner may also reduce the chance of mold and pest attacks, due to good air circulation and lower frequency of transmitting these problems from one plant to another. If you wish to hasten the growing rate, or if your soil is poor, you may add fertilizer once the plants are at least 5 inches (13cm) tall, and preferably 10 inches (26cm) for taller species. Use a low nitrogen, neutral pH fertilizer and apply as instructed on the packaging. Fertilizers display the balance of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium using three numbers. A low nitrogen fertilizer will have a lower first number, for example 2-5-5. Removing the spent blooms where they meet the stalk will encourage the plant to keep blooming throughout the summer. If left alone, the plants will turn yellow and wilt, but after several weeks they will drop their seeds naturally and likely result in dozens of new plants next year. Note that you should not cut off withered leaves from perennials if you would like them to remain healthy and bloom again next year. Allow the leaves to die naturally, and hide the brown color with longer-blooming flower varieties if you wish to keep your garden colorful. If you would like a new crop of poppy seeds, cut off the bulbous seed pods once they stand vertical and feel chalky to the touch. Dry them in the sunlight, cut them open, and shake them through a sieve over a container to catch the poppy seeds in. Because each plant produces hundreds of seeds, limit your collection to the healthiest and most attractive plants. | Water as necessary. Reduce the chance of weeds. Cut out excess poppy plants once they've started to grow. Fertilize only if necessary. Remove dead blooms for additional flowers, or leave them on to cause the plants to seed. Acquire seeds from your best plants. |
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can help relieve pain and reduce inflammation. NSAIDs are available in both over-the-counter and prescription-strength forms. Be sure to let your physician know if you are taking NSAIDs. NSAID use has been linked to increased risk of heart failure, heart attack, and stroke. Common NSAIDs include: Aspirin (should not be given to children or teenagers) Ibuprofen Celecoxib Diclofenac Naproxen Ice therapy is a common treatment for injuries, as the cold helps reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation. Ice should not be applied directly to the skin. Instead, you can wrap ice cubes in a clean dish towel, or use a frozen cold compress. Apply a cold compress or ice pack for no more than 20 minutes, then remove the cold for 20 minutes before reapplying. Repeat as needed throughout the day. Discontinue use if the area becomes numb or if the ice causes pain. Ice therapy is most effective during the first 48 hours after an injury; however, you can continue to ice an injury for as long as the swelling and inflammation persist. Ice therapy is most effective for the first two days after an injury, as it helps reduce swelling and inflammation. Once swelling is down, experts recommend switching to heat therapy. Applying heat to an injury increases blood flow, which helps the injury heal. Heat can also help relax tight or aching muscles and joints. Much like ice therapy, most experts recommend applying heat therapy for 20 minutes on, followed by 20 minutes off before reapplying. Take a warm shower or bath to help soak an injury. Use a heat wrap or heating pad to treat the injury with "dry" heat. These are available at most pharmacies and drug stores. Do not lie down or fall asleep with heating pads or heating wraps. These can cause serious burns if left on for prolonged periods of time. Remove the source of heat if you become uncomfortably warm, and do not use heat therapy on unsupervised children. Never use health therapy if you have an open wound or poor circulation. Compression can help reduce or limit swelling following an injury. It can also provide some support, if the injury is in a part of the body that requires a range of motion. Common methods of compression therapy include elastic bandages and trainer's tape. Do not wrap/tie a compress on too tightly. This may reduce blood flow, which can be dangerous. Slightly elevating an injured appendage can help reduce swelling by limiting blood flow to the injury. Elevation can be used in conjunction with compression and ice therapies. Do not raise the injured appendage too high. Ideally the injured appendage should be raised slightly above the level of the heart. If this is not possible, try to keep the injured body part parallel to the ground, rather than at a downward angle. Elevation is the last step of RICE therapy, which is recommended for many injuries. RICE stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. | Take NSAIDs. Ice the injury. Apply heat therapy. Use compression therapy. Elevate the injury. |
You can use cardstock or matte or glossy photo print paper for the main material of the bookmark. Both options come in a variety of colors and patterns to choose from to fit your unique style, or use whatever extra material you have in your own home. Your bookmark needs to have a solid base, like cardboard, to give the bookmark some structure and to keep it from bending. Thick cardstock or papers do not always need a cardboard base, but thin construction paper or regular printer paper will need a solid base. Look to see what you already have in your home. Use cardboard from a cereal box, an old shoe box, or a moving box. Decorating your bookmark is not only the most fun part of the process, but it also gives you the opportunity to be creative and make your bookmark more unique and personal. Many decorative items can be already found in your home. Buttons, brooches, and even costume jewelry can make creative toppers for bookmarks, and they provide an opportunity to add a bit of your personality. Pictures of family, friends, and pets add an extra personalized touch to your bookmark and make for special gifts. Stencils can help you add your own drawings or lettering. Stencils come in a wide-variety, from animals to calligraphy. Before you start cutting, measure the height and width of your main material and the base cardboard to your desired size, making sure all sides are equal. Trace the measured outline of your bookmark on your main material to create a stencil for cutting. If you want to put a design on both sides of the bookmark, cut out two pieces of paper to fasten to the front and back of the cardboard base. After determining the size of your bookmark, measure your chosen designs, either pictures or stencils, to fit the area. Scissors are useful for cutting long strips of paper for the body of the bookmark. An x-acto knife is useful for cutting out stencils or other fine, delicate edges or corners. Without gluing anything yet, place your decorations, stencils, or pictures where you’d like them on the final product. If you are drawing your own design, use pencil. This gives you the opportunity to move things around or try out different layouts before making anything permanent. It's time for your bookmark to take shape, so start by gluing your main material of paper to your cardboard base. Let everything dry before attaching your decorations. Rubber cement works great on paper, cardboard, and pictures. But hot glue is ideal for attaching your buttons, brooches, and other hard plastic or metal toppers. Once the glue from the main material and base are dry, glue on any pictures, stencil cutouts, or decorative toppers that you’d like. Again, let these materials dry before using the bookmark or moving on to the next step. When all the glue is dry, color in any designs or stenciling that you may have drawn. If there are any corners or areas that need more glue, apply carefully and let dry. | Decide what main material you want to use. Pick your decorations. Determine the dimensions. Cut out your bookmark and decorations. Arrange your decorations. Attach your decorations. |
These instructions assume you are playing Minecraft Pocket Edition version 0.12.1 or later. If you are playing an earlier version, be aware of the following changes: Before 0.12.1, books do not require leather to craft, but they also have no use in the game. Before 0.3.0, books do not exist. Sugar cane is a green reed that grows near bodies of water. You can harvest it with your bare hands. Once you find some, consider planting your own back at your base so you have a permanent paper supply. Sugar cane grows on sand or dirt adjacent to water. If you don't have enough cane to make the amount of paper you'd like, you can make it grow faster with bone meal. Tap your crafting table and select the Paper recipe in the Decorations menu. This will turn three sugar cane into three paper. Each cow killed will drop 0, 1, or 2 pieces of leather. If you have Pocket Edition 0.11 or later, you can find it by fishing instead, but it is much less common there. The Book is another item in the Decorations section of the crafting table menu. | Check your version number. Search for sugar cane. Turn three sugar cane into paper. Kill cows for leather. Combine paper and leather into a book. |
Heat is the number one cause of hardware failure for the Xbox 360. The Xbox 360 needs to be well ventilated in order to operate properly. Overheating can lead to a variety of hardware issues, leading to the failure of different components. Excess heat warps the motherboard, separating it from the CPU and GPU chips. Do not place it in a cabinet or enclosed area. Make sure that other electronics are not close, and that none of the vents are blocked. Do not place your 360 on a carpeted surface, as it will not be able to vent out of the bottom. Constantly running your Xbox will increase the amount of heat it generates. Give your system breaks to allow it to cool down. There is a lot of anecdotal evidence that placing your system vertically decreases its ability to dissipate heat, as well as increasing the chances of scratched discs. Place your system horizontally on a hard, flat surface. Stacked items will reflect heat back into the system. Keep the top of your system clear. Make sure to dust the area regularly to keep particles from accumulating in the system. Dust the surroundings to reduce the amount of dust in the air. Use a vacuum to suck dust out of the vents. Wipe dust off of the system regularly. In extreme cases, you can open your case and use compressed air to blast dust off of the components. | Understand what causes hardware failure. Keep you system in a well-ventilated area. Avoid long gaming sessions. Keep your system horizontal. Avoid stacking items on the Xbox. Clean your gaming area. Dust your Xbox. |
Once your contractions are 3-5 minutes apart, or once your water breaks, head to the hospital or to your birthing center. Bring a bag with light, loose clothing, a robe, thick socks, maternity bras, non-perishable snacks, and a full water bottle. You should also pack photo identification and your healthcare information so you have it on hand. Pack the bag a few weeks before your due date so it is ready to go. Let your partner know where it is so they can bring it for you to the hospital or birthing center, as needed. Let your doctor or midwife know you are at the hospital or birthing center. The staff at the hospital or center will give you a hospital gown to put on and set you up in a room or area. The doctor or midwife will then check in on your regularly to see how your labor is progressing. If you have a doula, let them know you are in full labor so they can be there to support you. Start with slow breathing when your contractions become close together and more intense. Inhale slowly through your nose and exhale through your mouth, letting air out with a sigh. Keep your body limp and release any tension as you exhale. Do light accelerated breathing as your labor becomes more active. Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth, breathing in and out rapidly. Keep your breathing shallow and follow a breath pattern of one breath per second. When you start to feel overwhelmed or exhausted during labor, do "pant-pant-blow" or "hee-hee-who" breathing. Inhale quickly through your nose or mouth and let out a longer exhalation through your mouth. Make a "who" or "puh" sound as you exhale to release stress and tension. Change positions to find a comfortable one for you as you push during late-stage labor. Lean on your doctor, midwife, doula, or partner to support you as you push. Consider taking medication to help reduce the pain and keep you relaxed. Your doctor or midwife can discuss this option with you and offer it to you as you push during the final stages of labor. | Bring an overnight bag with you. Check in with your doctor or midwife. Do breathing exercises to reduce pain and stress. Communicate with your doctor or midwife once it comes time to push. |
If you have some time, give your hair time to air dry, or use a hair dryer to dry the underside of your hair. Partially drying your hair makes it easier for your hair to dry while you sleep, creating a smoother finish. To dry the underside of your hair, turn your head upside down and blast the underside, which is slower to dry. Use a small amount of leave-in cream or spray to lightly coat your hair and prevent breakage and frizz. The conditioner will prevent your wet hair from getting damaged, and help you wake up to soft, smooth hair. Create a bun high on your head so that you can sleep without pain or distraction. Gently wrap your hair into a loose bun and tie a scrunch, instead of a hair tie, around the bun to hold it in place. Unlike hair ties, scrunchies generally don't leave a crease or dent. Your hair may hold some of the curl of the bun when you take your hair down, especially if you have wavy or curly hair. This can provide volume and a slightly wavy texture! After gently toweling off your hair, flip your head upside down. Place your microfiber towel over your hair and gently wrap the towel around your head. Secure the towel with a clip, tie, or velcro. You can sleep with the microfiber towel on your head, and fluff your hair in the morning for an effortless, healthy look! Put your favorite styling cream on before wrapping your hair, especially if you have textured hair. You can buy special towels made for wrapping your hair. These often have velcro or buttons to secure the towel. Apply your favorite hair product and comb out your hair. Then, secure your silk scarf or bandana around your hair by knotting the ends together. You may want to tie longer hair up into a ponytail or bun before wrapping. Silk wraps are great for eliminating frizz! Silk pillowcases create less friction and can therefore help prevent damage to wet hair. To use, simply drape your hair up over your head so that it hangs off the edge of your silk pillowcase. This will allow your hair to air dry while you sleep without creating creases in your hair. This method works better if you have straight hair. If you have curly or wavy hair, you may be able to apply a curl cream and wake up with well-formed curls! | Dry some of your hair before going to bed. Apply a leave-in conditioner to protect your hair. Tie your hair into a bun with a scrunchie. Wrap your hair in a microfiber towel. Wrap your hair in a silk scarf or bandana. Use a silk pillowcase to avoid damage. |
Sequence-to-sequence neural models have been actively investigated for abstractive summarization.Nevertheless, existing neural abstractive systems frequently generate factually incorrect summaries and are vulnerable to adversarial information, suggesting a crucial lack of semantic understanding.In this paper, we propose a novel semantic-aware neural abstractive summarization model that learns to generate high quality summaries through semantic interpretation over salient content.A novel evaluation scheme with adversarial samples is introduced to measure how well a model identifies off-topic information, where our model yields significantly better performance than the popular pointer-generator summarizer.Human evaluation also confirms that our system summaries are uniformly more informative and faithful as well as less redundant than the seq2seq model. | We propose a semantic-aware neural abstractive summarization model and a novel automatic summarization evaluation scheme that measures how well a model identifies off-topic information from adversarial samples. |
When growing as a vine, poison ivy can snake its way along trees. When it grows like this, it is tons of little poison ivy plants growing out of a vine. Always inspect a vine if you need to go near it, and see if it has plants growing out of it. Poison oak drops its leaves in winter, leaving a bare stem of a vine hanging down. But for sensitive individuals, this can still cause a rash. | Inspect vines before touching, brushing against them or walking through them. Remain vigilant even during the winter months. |
You can check the internal IP address of your Linux computer through the command line. Pressing Ctrl+Alt+T on most distributions should open this window. This displays your internal IP address info, which is usually assigned to you by your local router. The IP address for each interface (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, etc.) appears next to "inet addr." If your computer is connected via Ethernet, the "inet addr" you're looking for us likely called eth0. If you're using Wi-Fi, it's likely under wlan0. The IP address will be four groups of up to three numbers, separated by periods. For example, it might look like 192.168.1.4 This displays your public IP address, which is the external address assigned to you by your ISP. | Open a Terminal window. Type ip addr show and press ↵ Enter. Type curl ifconfig.me and press ↵ Enter. |
This will open the Google Maps webpage in map view. If you aren't signed into Google Maps, click Sign in in the top-right corner of the page, then enter your Google account's email address and password. It's in the upper-left corner of the Google Maps website. This displays the menu to the left. It's about halfway down the menu on the left. It's next to an icon that resembles a map marker. This displays your saved locations. It's the second tab at the top of the menu to the left. This displays all the lists of saved locations you have. There are a variety pre-made lists, including "Favorites", "Want to go", and "Starred locations". Click the icon with three dots next to the list you want to add a location marker to. This displays a pop-up menu. To create a new list, click the blue icon with the plus sign (+) in the lower-right corner of the menu to the left. This displays all the locations in the lists with some editing options. It's at the top of the locations list in the menu to the left. This displays a search bar at the top of the list. This displays a list of search results from Google Maps. This adds the location to the lists. The location will appear on the map with a marker that corresponds to the list. | Go to https://www.google.com/maps/ in a web browser. Click ☰. Click Your places. Click the Saved tab. Click ⋮ to the right of a list name. Click Edit list. Click + Add a place. Type the name of a place or address in the search bar. Click the location you want to add. |
It's a cliche, but it's a cliche because it works. Often you’ll find that you’ve held your breath when reacting, or have begun breathing erratically. Take several slow deep breaths using your diaphragm and abdominal muscles when presented with difficult situations. Procrastination has not been shown to be an effective coping method, and neither has straight-up ignoring the issue. Think about how to handle yourself here and now. Often, the issues that work us up are small ones, piled up high enough to feel huge and important when they aren't. Every problem or stressor can always be broken down into components you can handle; if it doesn't seem like it can, that's only because it hasn't been broken down far enough yet! Releasing a little steam can sometimes keep from the whole kettle boiling over, so to speak. Overcoming oversensitivity doesn't mean you have to be meek or unfeeling. Sometimes it means you need to talk it out when it's still comfortable to talk about, before you have time to ruminate on an offhand comment and become overcome or despondent. Over a long enough time, dealing with the same distressing or aggravating issue can make it so that the smallest version of it elicits a huge and seemingly disproportionate response. Don't let the small things gnaw away at you. Bring them out into the open so they don't build up. You may feel yourself go numb and quiet as a balm to deal in an uncomfortable social situation, but don't let yourself be defeated. Try and take a quiet moment to see the situation as it really is. You're probably not debating nuclear disarmament deals before the U.N. You're in a passing, emotionally stressful moment. Physically excuse yourself from the situation as easily as you can. It may prove more appropriate to slip away unnoticed, but if you're in conversation at a social event let someone know you're going to step away for a moment; this token gesture of normalcy can help stabilize your perception of the situation, especially if this was a situation in which you felt embarrassed or vulnerable. "Getting some fresh air" or "going to the bathroom" are both time-tested excuses. Considering the ubiquity of smartphones, you won't even need anything beyond a gesture toward an iPhone screen to indicate why you need to step away. It's not about embracing unpleasant feelings, but about accepting how small of a moment that feeling was, and that you're moving past it; you'll move past it every time, because there's no other option. | Take a deep breath. Stay in the present. Express yourself. Hang in there. Distance yourself, literally. Accept that working on it is progress in and of itself. |
Most intruders are concerned about being noticed, so they may avoid areas where homeowners are on alert. Work with your neighbors to create a neighborhood watch program. Then, take turns patrolling your neighborhood. Additionally, post a sign at the entrance to your street warning would-be intruders that you have a neighborhood watch. If your neighborhood already has a neighborhood watch program, reach out to the organizer to find out how you can join. Don't assume that someone you don't know is a criminal. It's possible that they recently moved in, are an invited guest, or are just passing through. If you’re worried, call the police and let them talk to the person. Sometimes an intruder will come to your door disguised as a salesperson, poll taker, delivery person, or utility worker. The best way to protect yourself from these individuals is to refuse to open the door. When they knock, pretend that you aren't home or tell them that you can't come to the door right now. It's easiest to just ignore the knocking. Monitor the situation until they leave the area so you know they’re not prowling around your home. If you're expecting someone, ask the person to identify themself so you know it's the right person. Sometimes you’re expecting someone, like a delivery person, but you might still be worried. In these moments, call out like you’re talking to someone else in the house. This signals to a potential intruder that your house might be well-protected. You might say, “Honey! The pizza is here!” or “There's four people in this house, but I’m always the one who has to get the door!” Hearing a possible prowler can be super scary! If you suspect someone is outside, turn on as many lights in your house as you can. This shows them that someone is home and prepared for a confrontation. Additionally, it makes it harder for them to hide. The lights might also flood the area outside, making the intruder feel very visible. Don't take any chances with your safety. If someone might be breaking into your home, call the police immediately and then take steps to protect yourself. Even if you’re wrong about the intruder, it's better to be safe than sorry. If you have an alarm, trigger it to alert the police and possibly scare off the intruder. | Form a neighborhood watch program to spot potential prowlers. Don’t answer the door if you don’t know the person. Act like there are people in the house when you answer the door. Turn on all the lights if you think someone’s trying to break in. Call the police if you see someone prowling around your home. |
Look for cross shredders, which shred documents horizontally and vertically. Cross-shredding makes documents extra difficult for identity thieves to piece back together. If you want to shred more than just paper, you will have to buy a CD or credit card shredder. You can buy them in any office-supply or big box store, such as Staples or Super Target. Personal information includes: Proper names Specific addresses Social Security Numbers Credit card numbers Bank account numbers Phone numbers Unless you need to claim a payment for a tax deduction, you can discard bills and other invoices that you have already paid. This is especially true for monthly statements for your phone, cable, credit card, utilities, and similar services. You can use canceled checks or electronic receipts (saved as PDFs) as proof of payment. Do this after you have compared the expenses to your monthly credit or debit card statement. Look for any personal information on the receipt, such as your credit card number or address. If it doesn't list any personal information, you can toss the receipt in the recycling bin. If you do see personal information, shred it. There is an exception to this rule. Hold on to receipts for items you have insured, such as a vehicle or an expensive piece of jewelry. | Shred documents with personal information. Discard expired invoices. Discard receipts. |
Recognizing that you might be too possessive with your partner is one of the first steps in becoming less possessive. You've also got to be honest with yourself about why you are feeling and acting this way. Being honest with yourself will allow you to address whatever issues you have that are making you be so possessive of your partner. Ask yourself if you are so possessive because of something from your past. For example, did your ex-partner from a previous relationship leave you for someone else? Or, perhaps there was infidelity in your family when you were younger? Determine if there is something your partner is doing that makes you feel possessive. For instance, does your partner flirt a lot with others? Be honest about any self-esteem or self-confidence issues you are having. For example, do you feel unattractive or like your partner is too good to be with you? Sometimes you may act possessively because you feel insecure. You may feel that you don't deserve your partner. If you think you might be acting possessive because of personal insecurities or self-doubt, build your self-confidence so that you can be less possessive of your partner. Keep a journal or make a list of all the great qualities about you. List everything from your great eyes to your sense of humor to your love of anime. Use positive self-talk. For example, look in the mirror and tell yourself, “I'm a great catch and Kelsey is lucky to have me, just like I'm lucky to have Kelsey.” Write it down when your partner gives you a compliment or does something to show you that they care. It's a lot easier to get jealous and start acting possessively when you are tired, stressed, hungry, or just don't feel well. You just don't have the mental or physical energy to combat jealous thoughts and possessive behavior. You can be less possessive of your partner if you take the time to make sure you are taking care of your health. Eat balanced meals and healthy snacks to make sure that your body is getting the nutrients and energy you need. Get regular physical activity. This can help reduce your stress level overall which will help you stay calm when you start feeling jealous and possessive. Try to get 6 – 8 hours of sleep each night. Set up a regular bedtime routine so that you can get the rest you need. When possessiveness becomes extreme, you end up hurting your relationship and causing your partner (and yourself) emotional, mental, or even physical pain. If your partner or others says you need to be less possessive, take it as a warning and consider seeking professional help. A counselor or therapist can help you determine why you are so possessive and help you become less possessive of your partner. If you are involved in a religious community, you can talk to your religious leader about what is going on. You might say, “Could we speak later about some problems I'm having in my relationship? I feel I'm being too possessive.” A marriage, family, or relationship counselor can help you and your partner address any relationship issues that you all are having, as well. | Be honest with yourself. Have confidence in yourself. Take care of yourself. Seek professional help. |
Stir 1 cup (250 ml) baking soda into 2 cups (500 ml) hot water until well combined. Combine the two ingredients in a large bucket or other container. Note that the baking soda will not dissolve, but it should be completely soaked. This homemade fabric softener is often praised by people who have hard water. Baking soda regulates the pH level in your rinse water, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. It also cancels out mineral deposits, like those found in hard water. These mineral deposits are often responsible for making clothes stiff. Slowly add 1 cup (250 ml) white distilled vinegar to the mixture. Stir gently until the baking soda is dissolved. The vinegar will react with the baking soda, causing a fizzy chemical reaction. Do not pour the vinegar too quickly or you will end up with a mess. Vinegar strips soap and residue from clothing and also helps to soften hard water. Some believe that the vinegar and baking soda cancel each other out, making them ineffective. The salt that is produced from the chemical reaction acts as a buffer in the rinse cycle, however. Moreover, many of the elements that help soften clothes remain in the solution even after the reaction occurs. If you want to make scented fabric softener, then you need to add essential oil or scent booster to the ingredients. Stir either option directly into the fabric softener solution. If using essential oils, 25 to 30 drops should be sufficient. If using scent booster, add 1/4 to 1/2 cup (60 to 125 ml) of the crystals to your water and stir until dissolved. Scent booster is usually found in the laundry aisle. It is not a natural product, so it may not be preferable from an ecological sense, but it will lend your fabric softener a pleasant scent and may save you money in the long run. For a normal load, fill a fabric softener ball with 1/4 cup (60 ml) of the fabric softener solution or add the same amount directly to the washer just before the rinse cycle begins. Do not add the fabric softener to the machine before its primary wash cycle. Pour the rest of the fabric softener into a storage container. Shake or stir well to combine before each use. You do not need to do anything special from this point on. Let your rinse cycle finish up as it normally would. | Combine baking soda and hot water. Slowly add the vinegar. Scent the fabric softener, if desired. Pour 1/4 cup (60 ml) into your washing machine during the rinse cycle. Run the rinse cycle as usual. |
A set of good mallets will help you bring out the best sounds from the instrument. Mallets can be found packaged with the instrument or at music stores. Many mallet heads are made of plastic, while others are made of nylon, rubber, or metal. Plastic mallets are the perfect choice for beginning players. Plastic and nylon mallets are a useful tool for all players. Metal mallets produce a better quality sound but require more of a deft touch. Many kids play a glockenspiel while sitting. As you advance, the standard is to play the glockenspiel standing. The keys are set in a frame which makes the instrument ideal for the ground or another flat surface. Glockenspiels may also be placed on larger stands so you can play while standing. Find these at music supply stores. Before you play, make sure you feel comfortable. Bending over the keys is painful and sets a bad habit for beginners. Keep your back straight as you reach your hands out towards the keys. Adjust the glockenspiel until you can reach all of them without bending over or reaching up. Sometimes a tough day or nervousness can spill over into playing. Before you begin, take the time to shake out your arms. Practice turning your wrists and shrugging your shoulders until you feel loose. When you pick up the mallets, your grip should not feel tight. Tenseness will wear out your arms. You’ll also strike the keys too hard. | Buy a pair of plastic mallets. Rest the glockenspiel on a stand or table. Stand or sit up tall. Relax before playing. |
Apply this to your roots only; work it in and let it sit for a minute. Start by making a circle on the top of your head in the area you'd wear a crown. Focus on the back of this circle to begin with. Next, fill in the circle. This is where your part will be; grease here affects the way your hair looks. Trace while still scrubbing with your fingertips around the bottom edge of the circle. Keep making scrubbing circles underneath each one, drawing lines in circles around your head. Lastly, scrub the back of your skull and your temples/sideburns. This will result in less grease and more growth. After doing this, your scalp will feel alive. Many women swear their hair grows faster after a visit to the salon — it does, and this massage method is why. (I keep two plastic 12-ounce cups in my shower and just mix when I get in.) After you rinse the baking soda out, pour the apple cider vinegar over the ends of your hair, let it sit for a minute and then rinse it out. That's all there is to it! | Dissolve about 1 tablespoon of baking soda in just enough water to make a paste. In order to stimulate blood flow, clean your pores and get off built up grime, use your finger tips to scrub your scalp. Next, pour about 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar into a cup and add water. |
While there are many ways to attach the neck and pillar, one of the easier methods is to use dowels. Dowels are pegs that fit into holes drilled into both the neck and pillar. To use dowels, drill three holes into the neck and pillar, taking care to remove any chips from the holes. Clearing the chips will keep your holes straight. Make sure the holes in the pillar line up with the holes in the neck. Cut three dowels long enough to fit into both pieces. Make grooves in the dowels to keep glue from escaping the holes. Test fit the neck and pillar before adding any glue. The dowels should be snug and you shouldn't see any gaps between the neck and pillar. If everything fits, add glue to the dowels and join the pieces. Use clamps to keep everything tight while the glue dries. Use dowels to attach the neck and pillar to the sound box. Do not use glue to fix the neck and pillar to the sound box. The dowels are there to keep the parts aligned. The angle of the sound box relative to the neck and pillar will hold the pieces together. Keep a gap about 1⁄8 inch (0.3 cm) thick on the side near the strings. Once you add the strings, the tension will cause this gap to close. Without this gap, you run the risk of cracking the wood. Once you've attached the sound box, you can drill string holes in the sound board. Refer to your harp plans to determine the number of holes you need to drill. You will need eyelets, bridge pins, and tuning pins to mount your strings. You can buy these online, or your local music shop may carry them. Fit the eyelets into the holes in the soundboard. Coat the sides of the holes with glue, and push the eyelet into the hole. Fit the bridge pins and tuning pins into their respective holes. You may need to adjust the holes in the neck to properly fit the bridge pins. Do not glue these pins into the wood. Start at the bass end of the harp. Feed the string through the eyelet in the sound board and pull it up to the corresponding tuning pin. Wrap the string around the tuning pin a few times to set it. Don't worry about pulling it tight just yet. Mount all the strings before tightening them to the proper tension. It may take several tunings before the strings hold the proper tension. | Attach the neck to the pillar. Attach the sound box. Mount the strings. |
The main way most people go wrong with their kitchens is in not choosing a theme. They have a vision here and a vision there (or they pick up knickknacks as they find them) and conflate them together into one hodgepodge of a kitchen. Pick a theme and you've tackled 80% of the battle. It's important that your kitchen decorating be cohesive and make the room look pulled together. Accomplish this by deciding on one theme for your kitchen and choosing decorations that match it. Some home improvement stores have entire sets of kitchen decorations based on themes like country living, French or art deco styles. If you love sleek, shiny things, a super modern kitchen may be your style. Think in harsh angles and blacks, whites, and popping, bright colors. Most metallic, stainless steel, and geometric art pieces would adorn this kitchen. Glass, too! A common (but still classy) theme to choose is a sea theme. Whether you live on the ocean or want to bring the ocean to you, this theme is cozy and inviting. Line your shelves with seashells, sailor's gear, and scenes from the beach. Work in elements of tan, cream, and blues. What a great excuse to make a DIY project with rope, netting, and items from the beach! If you are fond of dark, warm colors, an earthy, natural, woodsy theme may be more up your alley. Think of dark cabinets, wooden dishware, bowls of potpourri, cherry reds, rich mahoganies, and dark oranges. If an outright themed design is too much for your sensibilities, just go for a color. Hues can line up a kitchen, too! Blue stools, blue dishes, blue cabinet pulls -- everything will be brought together regardless of your items' designs. Just make sure you don't get sick of it! This theme is a bit dangerous. Too much of one tone can be overkill. However, if you do not have the authority to revamp your kitchen (if renting), incorporating color as your theme may be the best way to go. | Pick a style for your entire kitchen. Go ultra-modern. Do a sea theme. Opt for an earthy theme. Go for a colored theme. |
It may seem scary, but talk about how each of you feels about the relationship. Discuss how you may involve the children in your relationship and what that may look like in the future. Talk about how often each of you sees your own children and any complications with an ex regarding the children. If it makes you feel more comfortable, then you can also avoid talking about the future and stick to discussing general rules that you have about dating someone regarding your kids. This may help to open up communication about these things earlier than normal. However, keep in mind that this may not always be possible. How big or small of a role with each of your children play in the relationship, and how might that affect you as a couple? What variables should go into making that decision? The age of the children? How big a role you already play in their life and decisions regarding them? What's the relationship like with the exes for both of you? How might that complicate the relationship? There's nothing to rush when entering a relationship and kids are involved. Give you and your partner time to figure out what you want and whether you can realistically make a relationship work. If the potential to merge your families might exist in the future, think about what that may be like for you, your partner, and your kids. If merging both of your families is unrealistic, cautiously consider if you will move forward in the relationship. Be upfront about having kids, but don't rush to introduce them to the person you’re dating. Wait until you are solidly a part of each other's lives and see a future together. Keep in mind that your kids will notice things and have questions. Do not lie to them during this time or try to hide the fact that you're dating. Also, be aware that young children may not understand what dating means, so you will need to explain in words they can understand. Talk about what is acceptable for your relationship regarding spending time one-on-one, being with your or their kids, staying over, dating, and phone calls. Once you and your partner are clear, discuss these things with your children as well. This can help your children feel involved and informed for what happens in their house. Decide how you will spend time together, where you will spend time together, and what kind of communication is acceptable. Can your date come to your children's soccer game or accompany you to a work function? Will you let your ex know the kids are meeting someone new? Make sure to be flexible as well. Take time to reassess the situation every couple of months and discuss what is working and what is not working. Your children may wish to voice their concerns or ask questions. It's important to listen to them and validate their feelings. Remember, though, that you are the adult and make the final call. Finding a balance between being there for your kids and making a new relationship work can be difficult, and often will require changing or canceling plans based on your children's or your date's children's needs. | Talk openly with your date. Take your time. Create boundaries and rules. |
Hook your timing gun up to the power and ground terminals on your car's battery, and hook the sensor that accompanies the timing gun to your number one cylinder spark plug wire. Follow the instructions particular to the timing light you're using to hook it up properly. The "gun" works by illuminating the timing marks in a strobe fashion as it spins, allowing you to see the point at which the spark plug is firing on the timing index. When the spark plug fires, the sensor sends a signal to the light, which strobes in the gun, illuminating the numbers at the proper moment. To check your timing number and see how it is firing, have someone rev the engine while you illuminate the timing numbers with your light. You obviously want to make sure the car is in neutral, and keep your hands a safe distance from the engine as it revs. Though the wheel is turning, the light should seem to "freeze" it at a particular number. This is the timing number. Note the number of degrees to the right or left of zero. As the RPMs increase, the point at which the spark plug is firing should also increase somewhat. This is normal, because ignition works on a curve, allowing for the speed increase and adjusting the timing accordingly. To check for total timing, you want to be sure to rev the engine to at least 3500 RPMs. This will allow you to make sure the curve of the ignition timing is being set, as well as the initial timing. If your car features vacuum timing advance in addition to mechanical timing, and you'll need to loosen the distributor adjustment bolt before you start the engine. Next, remove the vacuum advance hose from the carburetor and plug it with a rag to check your timing. Vacuum timing works by making minor adjustments at at low RPM by rotating slightly to adjust for the timing. Now that you've found your ignition timing number, how do you know if you need to adjust it? All models of cars will have differing timing values, depending on the year it was manufactured and the variety of transmission used. To learn whether or not you need to adjust your timing, find the optimum timing number for your make and model and adjust if necessary. If you don't know your timing number, talk to a licensed mechanic or employee at your local auto parts store to consult their manuals and find the proper timing number. | Hook up your timing light or timing gun. Have a helper rev the engine. Shine the light directly onto the harmonic balancer and find the number. Account for vacuum timing, if necessary. Adjust the timing, if necessary. |
Mixing is the process of affecting parts of a single track and the overall master track. You can edit the high, low, and mid frequency range for each track. Once the tracks sound good together, experiment with panning the tracks to the left or right. Panning is a good way to isolate a track and blend it in with other tracks. Most multitrack recorders come equipped with an equalizer (EQ). Mixing can help accent parts you want to be more present, or even hide parts you're not thrilled about. Equalize each track and balance everyone. Low sounds should be the strongest for a good balance. For inspiration listen to the Beatles with headphones. They only had a four track recorder and you can hear multiple complex parts interacting and balancing each other out. Once you record your album, you can add certain effects that will improve the sound of the album. Popular post-production effects are compression and reverb. Compression squeezes the track together, lessening the dynamic range between the loud and quiet parts of the song. As compression brings elements of the sound together, reverb redistributes the sound to fill a space. Reverb widens the sound wave by stimulating the sound bouncing off multiple surfaces. Mastering is a compression technique used in post-production to ensure every song is equal in volume. You also strive to achieve an equal balance in each speaker. Mastering is not an easy process and may require a more experienced engineer. Some music software programs come equipped with a simple form of mastering. Record labels will typically have their own engineer to master an album they plan on releasing. There are different techniques for mastering, depending on the form you release your album (vinyl, CD, cassette, or stream). Burn the CD through the recorder or computer and give it a listen. If it does not sound good in a stereo system or headphones, decide if you want to record certain songs again. Pass a few copies of the demo out to trusted friends and fellow musicians. Ask them for constructive feedback on the album to determine if the songs are working. Create album art and make the album look good. You can create an image using a design software like Photoshop or Illustrator. Another option you could do is to use a photo of something. Look at your favorite album covers to decide if you want to pay an artist to do something special like Santana's album Abraxas. Then there are famous album covers that are nothing but a picture like The Beatles' Abbey Road. | Mix the song. Add production effects. Master the album. Make a demo of the album. Design a cover. |
It's the app that has an image of a phone. Make sure you have the original SIM card in the phone. You will not be able to access the phone using a SIM from another carrier until the phone is unlocked. It's the button that has 10 dots in the shape of a keypad on a phone. This will display the 15-digit IMEI number. Write this number down. You will need it when you contact customer service. You will need to contact the original service provider that provides the service on your phone. Tell them you either plan on selling the phone, or you plan on traveling abroad. Be prepared to give them your name, phone number, email, and the IMEI number. They will send you an email with an unlock code and some instructions. Follow the instructions carefully. The code will only work once. Your service provider will generally provide you with an unlock code free of charge. However, some service providers have certain requirements that you must meet before they provide you with an unlock code. Your service provider may refuse to provide you with an unlock code. It may take up to three business days for an email with the unlock code to be sent to you. Follow the email instructions carefully. The unlock code will only work once. You should always turn off your phone before removing the SIM. Remove the old SIM from your phone and replace it with the new SIM. Consult the user manual to see where the SIM is on your phone model. With the new SIM card in place, you can now power your phone back on. Once the unlock code is accepted, you can use your phone abroad with any carrier or SIM. | Open the phone app. Select the keypad. Dial *#06#. Contact your service provider. Check your email. Power off your phone. Replace the SIM. Power your phone back on. Enter the unlock code. |
If you have a sarcastic comment you can deploy in many different situations, practice it regularly on different people to memorize it. For instance, when someone asks a common question like, “What's up?” you might reply with “The sky.” The frequency with which you should practice your sarcastic comments depends on the strength of your memory. If you can memorize the sarcastic comment after practicing it two or three times daily, there's no need to practice it more than that. If you need to practice your sarcastic comment more often before you can memorize it, do so. If your comment regularly gets eye-rolls, don't use it anymore or use it less often. If you have a go-to sarcastic comment that seems to be a big hit, work it into regular use. Remember, even good sarcasm can be overused. The best sarcastic answers or comments will draw on your deep knowledge of your audience and their preferences, attitudes, and beliefs. Think carefully about how you can work your immediate situation and the conversation of others into a clever, sarcastic comment. For instance, imagine you and your friend Joe are big fans of the Hulk. If Joe accidentally breaks a bunch of fragile dishes, you might say sarcastically, “You saved the day again, Hulk!” Spending time listening to people who are well-practiced in sarcasm will help you be more sarcastic, too. Pay attention to when and how they utilize sarcasm. Listen to the inflection in their voice and the facial expressions they use when being sarcastic. Being sarcastic takes time, focus, and experience. As you exercise your sarcasm “muscles,” you will become better at being sarcastic. Keep trying to use sarcasm, even if you tell a few jokes that others think are not very funny. | Practice your sarcastic comments. Take note of the reactions you get when practicing a particular sarcastic comment. Be creative. Talk to sarcastic people. Don’t be afraid to fail. |
One of coffee's positive attributes is its ability to suppress your appetite. Try drinking some coffee if you find yourself craving food or going for seconds at meals. This may reduce your cravings until a meal or to get you through a long meal. Consider having decaf or half-caff if you don't want to drink a full cup of coffee or its close to your bedtime. You should avoid caffeine within four to six hours of your bedtime, if possible. Drinking coffee too close to your bedtime can interrupt your sleep and promote weight gain. Although coffee can act as a diuretic, it won't cause dehydration. Drinking coffee and water together throughout the day may help you stay fuller longer and avoid the temptation of eating. In addition, it can prevent you from drinking too much coffee and disrupting your sleep. Aim to get 3 liters of water a day if you are a man and 2.2 if you are a woman. Water is important to hydrate you, but hunger may also signal thirst instead of a need for food. Coffee may stimulate thermogenesis, which is a way the body makes heat and energy from digesting food. It can result in the loss of some extra calories. By sipping coffee in conjunction with a workout, you may help your body burn more calories and fat. Drink about 200 mg of caffeine from coffee for optimal results with a workout. This would be the equivalent of a medium Americano or small regular brewed coffee from a place like Starbucks. | Reduce cravings with a cup of coffee. Augment coffee with water. Sip coffee before a workout. |
Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths surrounding food and increased levels of serotonin. These myths include: Foods rich in tryptophan automatically boost serotonin. This is false. Most foods that contain tryptophan, an amino acid, compete with other amino acids to be absorbed by the body's transport system. Eating a lot of turkey, which is rich in tryptophan, will not automatically give you more serotonin. Eating a lot of banana will automatically boost serotonin. Bananas do contain serotonin. That serotonin, however, is unable to cross the blood-brain barrier and be absorbed by humans. Complex carbohydrates are absorbed by the body differently than simple carbohydrates. Simple carbs raise your blood levels quickly, causing a spike in insulin, which drops after a while. Complex carbs are absorbed more slowly by the body and therefore avoid the massive peaks and troughs brought upon by simple carbs. Complex carbs include: Legumes like peas and lentils Whole grain breads Whole grain pastas Brown rice Starchy vegetables like sweet potatoes and parsnips Simple carbs include: Yogurt Fruit juice "Normal" pasta Cakes, candies, and other refined sugar products White bread and white rice, while not technically simple carbs, are absorbed by your body in a similar way. Caffeine suppresses serotonin, which could also help explain why it's a hunger suppressant as well. Energy drinks contain large amounts of sugar, which the body processes quickly, but which produce an energy-zapping low after the insulin has finished surging. If you have to drink caffeinated products, wait until after you've eaten, doctors recommend. Omega-3 fatty acids are hypothesized to affect the functionality of serotonin in the brain. People with low serotonin levels commonly have low DHA levels, which is an essential building block in the brain, and which needs to be replenished with foods such as fish oils, which are high in omega-3 fatty acids. Look for omega-3 fats in: Fish, such as salmon, and fish oils Nuts, seeds and seed oils, such as flax seed oil Eating dark chocolate improves serotonin levels partly because of resveratrol.Resveratrol boosts both endorphins and serotonin levels. Remember to reach for dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate, as milk chocolate contains far less cocoa (the stuff that produces serotonin) than dark chocolate. | Understand the serotonin/food myths. Shun the simple carbs and embrace the complex carbs. Avoid caffeinated foods, especially energy drinks. Eat healthy fats, such as omega-3 fatty acids. Eat dark chocolate. |
Snacking compulsively or to satisfy feelings of sadness is a common problem that can easily lead to unmanageable weight gain. One of the best dietary choices of naturally thin people worth emulating is to only eat when you're actually hungry. If you feel compelled to snack between meals, try waiting 15 to 20 minutes and drink a glass of water. If you still feel hungry after that, you may need to eat. If not, it was probably just a passing craving or a desire to snack compulsively. Hunger is not an absolute. Most people feel sudden bursts of hunger that end up dissipating fairly quickly without food. Try to go several hours without snacking or eating, and keep track of how uncomfortable you actually are. Many people find that if they hold off until the next meal, they don't actually suffer and they feel better for having waited. If you're actually hungry and you're craving your favorite guilty pleasure, there's really no harm in indulging a little. But the key takeaway there is "a little." You don't need to eat a whole carton of ice cream — you can nibble on a reasonably-sized scoop to satisfy your craving without any guilt. Practice self-control. Being able to still eat your favorite foods may reduce the likelihood of binge eating. People who are naturally thin and people who work hard to be fit equally enjoy indulgences from time to time. The key is to avoid over-indulging. Limit how much you eat when it comes to snacks and sweets and you'll feel satisfied and maintain confidence. Thin people exercise, and not just for weight loss reasons. Exercise can help manage pain and stress while also reducing the symptoms of depression and anxiety — all problems that lead many people to compulsively eat. Instead of reaching for a greasy or sweet snack when you're feeling anxious or upset, try going for a bike ride or a long walk to clear your head. Rather than focusing on being thin or skinny, focus on living a healthy lifestyle. Experts recommend getting at least 150 minutes each week of moderate aerobic exercise, or 75 minutes each week of high-intensity aerobic exercise. | Eat when you're actually hungry. Remember that hunger comes and goes. Eat mindfully. Exercise regularly. |
Wash twelve avocados and cut each one in half around the pit. Use the knife to cut in a scooping motion around the pit until the two halves come apart. Use a spoon to scoop out the fruit of the avocado and deposit it in a food processor or blender. Dispose of the skin and the pit. Turn the food processor or blender onto the puree setting. Mix the avocado fruit until it forms a smooth paste. Then scoop out the blended avocado and put it in a medium-sized pot. Turn the oven on to medium heat and heat the avocados in the pot, stirring every five minutes. When the mixture starts to boil, it will start bubbling and you should notice the avocado oil rising to the top. Keep cooking and stirring the mixture until the avocado changes from a light green to a dark green or brown, and the water has evaporated. When the avocado mixture has stopped cooking, spoon the mixture into a bowl. Place a clean, thin cloth such as cheesecloth on top of the bowl, then holding the cloth in place around the rim of the bowl, turn the bowl upside-down and pinch the corners of the cloth together so that you’re left with a sack of avocado. Squeeze the sack of avocado over a bowl to strain out the oil. The oil should come out drop by drop into the bowl. Keep changing your grip and squeezing for a minute or so until no more oil is coming out. Once you have squeezed out all the oil, pour the oil from the bowl into a small bottle or into a container with a lid. Your avocado oil is now ready for use! | Peel twelve avocados. Puree the avocados. Cook the avocados on medium heat. Cook until the mixture gets dark. Scoop the avocado mixture into a bowl. Squeeze to strain the avocado. Pour the oil into a container. |
Just like cigarettes and all other nicotine products, you must be 21 in all states in the United States to purchase cigars, so bring your ID with you. There are many different types cigars, and varying quality, so do your research before buying one. Most cigars are corona cigars, which are usually from South America. They're 5.5 to 6 inches long, and have a ring gauge (diameter measured in units of 1/64th of an inch) between 42 and 45. Panatela cigars are longer and thinner than coronas, and are more popular with women because of their feminine shape. Lonsdale cigars are 6 to 7 inches long with a ring gauge of 42 to 47. They're a good beginners' cigar. Churchill cigars (also known as Julie tas) are long and thick, with a length of 7 inches and a ring gauge of 47. These are recommended for more experienced cigar smokers. Robusto cigars are Cuban, with a length of 5 inches and a ring gauge of 50, and are known for their strength and flavor. Torpedo cigars are shaped like a torpedo, coming to a point at the end. These cigars take at least an hour to smoke, so should be enjoyed while relaxing for a long period of time. The shorter and wider a cigar is, the more intense it will be, so beginners should choose a longer, thinner variety to avoid coughing fits. Before purchasing the cigar, lightly squeeze it all along its length to make sure there are no particularly hard or soft spots. That would suggest the tobacco has been unevenly packed, and that the cigar would be difficult to smoke. Also check for any discolorations you might find. To keep the tobacco from drying out, cigars have a cap on the end that must be removed before you can smoke them. If you have a cigar cutter, place the tip of the cap-end of the cigar into the cutting hole. Cut it off with one strong, swift chop. If you don't have a cigar cutter, use sharp scissors or a knife to remove the cap. Don't use dull blades or apply weak pressure, because that will squeeze down on the cigar and change its shape. This will make it harder and less pleasant to smoke. Be very careful not to cut yourself when working with any of these sharp-bladed tools. Hold the end that will be lit over an open flame for a few seconds, rotating it to make sure that the heat is evenly applied to the cigar. Warming up the cigar in this way will make it easier to light. Hold the flame to the tip of the cigar while sucking through the unlit end. Don't inhale the smoke, just draw it into your mouth. Make sure the cigar is fully lit before putting our lighter away. Blow on the lit end of the cigar to make sure it is fully lit. The air from your breath will make the lit parts glow brighter, and you'll be able to see if there are any unlit spots. Unlike cigarettes, you do not inhale cigar smoke into your lungs. You simply pull the smoke into your mouth, where you hold it for a few seconds to enjoy the taste. Remember that cigars can take an hour or more to smoke, so don't try to speed-smoke it! Set aside a good portion of time to savor the experience. If you get distracted and don't puff on the cigar from time to time, to risk letting it go out. Make sure to puff every thirty seconds or so to keep it lit. Stub the cigar out in an ashtray or on the ground, though note that it will leave a black smudge wherever it is extinguished. If you didn't smoke much of it and wish to save it for later, don't stub it out. A cigar that's been re-lit after being stubbed out will taste awful. Cut the lit end off with the cigar cutter and let that flame die. The remaining cigar will still have a burnt taste when re-lit, but not nearly as bad as a stubbed out cigar. | Buy a cigar. Check the cigar for consistent packing. Cut the cigar. Warm the cigar before lighting it. Light the cigar. Inhale and exhale the cigar. When you're finished smoking, put out the cigar. |
Most health insurance companies require that your newborn be added to an existing policy within 30 days of birth. Under the Affordable Care Act in the United States, you are required to sign your baby up for health insurance. Failing to do so could lead to a penalty of $47.50 per each uninsured child and you will need to pay for medical services for your baby out of pocket. Though most larger health insurance carriers will notice your health care claims submission for the birth of the baby and reach out to you about updating your health care insurance, you should be proactive and contact your health insurance company directly. This will ensure your health insurance company is aware you have a new baby and you intend to seek coverage for your new baby. Many health insurance companies make it easy for you to update your plan by accessing their App on your mobile phone. You can also call your health insurance company via their customer service line to speak to an insurance agent. In the United States, having a baby is considered a qualifying life event under the Affordable Care Act and you will be eligible for a special enrollment period. This means you will not need to wait for the next enrollment period to insure your baby under your health care plan. By enrolling your baby in health care coverage with a special enrollment period (SEP), you can ensure your baby's coverage can begin the day she is born, even if you do not enroll her until up to 60 days after her birth. If you have an existing health insurance plan, you can add your baby to your existing plan or you can decide to change your health insurance plan to a family plan. Keep in mind you may be restricted to a certain health insurance plan if you get health insurance through your employer or through government assistance, such as Medicaid. Talk to a health insurance company representative about your ability to upgrade your existing plan or to switch to a different plan that provides better benefits for your new baby. | Get in touch with your health insurance company as soon as possible. Be aware you will qualify for the special enrollment period as a new parent. Discuss the health insurance options for your expanding family. |
The codes following the wind information explain any significant weather conditions in the area. It can include precipitation, weather intensity, and other factors that affect navigation. There are many different signs, so consider looking up a chart to interpret the listing. For instance, try the chart at https://www.weather.gov/media/wrh/mesowest/metar_decode_key.pdf. Intensity Descriptor Precipitation Obscuration Other - Light MI Shallow DZ Drizzle BR Mist PO Dust/Sand whirls Moderate (no qualifier) BC Patches RA Rain FG Fog SQ Squalls + Heavy DR Low Drifting SN Snow FU Smoke FC Funnel Cloud VC In the vicinity BL Blowing SG Snow Grains DU Dust +FC Tornado or Waterspout SH Showers IC Ice Crystals SA Sand SS Sandstorm TS Thunderstorm PL Ice Pellets HZ Haze DS Duststorm FZ Freezing GR Hail PY Spray PR Partial GS Small Hail or Snow Pellets VA Volcanic Ash UP Unknown Precipitation* For example, you may see -SHRA. It stands for light rain showers. A code of +TSRA means thunderstorms with heavy rain. Sky condition codes start with 3 letters and end with 3 numbers. The letters tell you the amount of sky covered by clouds. A METAR report can have more than 1 code describing the different groups of clouds, so be sure to read the entire report. For instance, the report may include FEW040 SCT060 SCT075 SCT090 BKN220. SKC is the clear sky code for manually-generated reports. Automated reports use CLR for elevations under 12,000 ft (3,700 m). FEW means there aren't many clouds to worry about. The clouds cover ⅛ to 2/8 of the sky. SCT indicates for scattered clouds, meaning ⅜ to 4/8 of the sky is covered. BKN stands for broken. In broken conditions, ⅝ to ⅞ of the sky will be covered. Overcast days come with the code OVC. The sky will be totally covered by clouds when you see this code. The numbers measure the height of the base of the clouds. This information is listed as hundreds of feet above the ground. If the clouds seem to continue on indefinitely, then you will see the letters VV to show vertical visibility. You may also see letters attached at the end of the code describing special types of clouds. For instance, BKN220 tells you that the clouds are at 22,000 ft (6,700 m). All you have to do is add a pair of 0s onto the end of the code to figure out the cloud height. You may also see something like BKN220TCU. The TCU stands for towering cumulonimbus. CB means cumulonimbus clouds, which are usually present during storms. ACC is altocumulus castellanus. The temperature and dew point numbers are separated by a slash. The first number tells you the temperature in degrees Celsius. The number after the slash lists the dew point in Celcius. For example, you may see 15/MOI on a report. In 15/M01, the temperature is 15 °C (59 °F). An M before the dew point means minus. A dew point listed as M01 corresponds to -01. The A stands for altimeter, so you can always recognize this code listed after the temperature. The code describes the atmospheric pressure in the area. It will either be listed as inches of Mercury or hectoPascals. Pilots use this information to ensure the plane's altimeter is displaying the correct altitude. A2957 is an example of an altimeter setting. It corresponds to 29.57 inches of mercury, or 29.57”Hg. Generally, reports list the altimeter setting in “Hg. Reports outside the U.S. may occasionally use a code like Q1030, or 1030 hectoPascals. The remarks section is for anything else the reporter thinks you need to know. A METAR report may have very few additional comments or it may have a bunch. These comments can include information about when a thunderstorm began or ended, the type of station making the report, air pressure, or any other notes. There are many different remarks that could be added, so be sure to look at a guide like https://weather.cod.edu/notes/metar.html. For instance, ACSL means altocumulus standing lenticular clouds. Then, DSNT tells you the clouds are distant, beyond 10 miles away. The code SE-S shows that they are southeast by south. The code SLP960 indicates the sea level pressure in tenths of millibars or hectoPascals. A code of SHRA DSNT N-E-SE AND DSNT NW indicates moderate rain showers in the distant north through east through southeast and the distant northwest. General numbers like 60001 55000 usually represent automated maintenance data. You don't need to bother with trying to decipher them. LAST COR stands for last correction. A number of 43 tells you the correction was made at 43 minutes past the hour. | View the present weather conditions if they are listed in the report. Use the 3 letters starting the 6-digit codes to determine cloud coverage. Read the following numbers to determine how high the clouds are. View the temperature and dew point marked by a combined number. Check the altimeter setting by the code starting with an A. Check the remarks for any additional information added to the report. |
Loofahs are usually the color of pale straw, with a slightly herbaceous scent. They come in many shapes and sizes, and are often sold as either cylinders or sliced discs. The texture of a loofah is rough when dry, but once you add hot water it becomes soft and supple. Loofahs are available at most stores that sell body care accessories, including drugstores. Loofahs are different from plastic bath poufs; the two items are used for the same purpose, but loofahs are made from a plant-based material and are said to be better for the skin. Warmer water will cause the loofah to get softer more quickly. If you want the loofah to retain some texture and scrubbing ability, just wet it slightly before proceeding. Many people use body wash, which easily seeps into the surface of the loofah, but rubbing bar soap over its surface works as well. A little soap goes a long way; you only need a dime-sized amount or so. Starting at your decolletage (the expanse of skin between your neck and chest), gently but firmly rub the loofah against your skin in circular motions. Work your way down to your ankles and then repeat along the back of the body. Don't forget to scrub your arms and hands as well. Care should be used around delicate areas such as underarms. If your skin is dry, rinse the soap out of the loofah before using it on your arms and legs. Additionally, you can use the loofah on the heels and soles of your feet. Be careful if standing in a slippery shower. The circular motion will help remove dead skin cells and is gentler on your skin than scrubbing up and down. This will close your pores and make you feel awake and refreshed. If trying to lull yourself to sleep with a shower or bath, use warm water instead. | Obtain a loofah. Wet the loofah in the shower or bath. Apply soap to the loofah. Scrub your body with the loofah. Rinse your body with cool water. |
When it's your turn, draw a card from the Doctor pile and try to perform an "operation" on the corresponding body part. Use the metal tweezers to grasp the Funatomy piece and lift it out of Cavity Sam's body without touching the sides of the hole. If you touch the sides, the buzzer will sound and Cavity Sam's nose will light up. This signifies that the operation was unsuccessful and your turn is over. Traditionally, the youngest player goes first when playing Operation. In the 2008 edition, Cavity Sam will make a specific sound in addition to buzzing for each ailment. Although Operation is usually played between several people, you can play it on your own as well. See how quickly you can remove all of the Funatomy pieces without hitting Cavity Sam's sides. If you removed the Funatomy piece without setting off the buzzer, congratulations! Check the Doctor card to find the fee and ask the banker for your reward. Set the Funatomy piece and the Doctor card aside, as both are now out of play. If you accidentally trigger the buzzer and Cavity Sam's nose lights up, have all of the players look at their Specialist cards. Whoever was dealt the Specialist card for that body part can now try to perform the operation. If they are successful, they can claim the reward listed on their card. If a player failed to remove a spare rib piece, for example, the player with the spare rib Specialist card has a chance to finish the operation. If the Specialist is also unsuccessful, put the Doctor card back into the pile. That piece is now back in play. If you and the other players don't think the game is difficult enough, try adding a time limit to your gameplay. Make a rule that players have to get the piece out within 30-60 seconds or else it becomes the Specialist's turn. | Take turns "operating" on Cavity Sam. Play by yourself as an alternative. Claim your fee if the operation was successful. Let the Specialist have a turn if the operation is unsuccessful. Set a time limit to add an extra level of challenge to your game. |
This can be for the year, the month or the quarter, but all data should be gathered over the same period of time to achieve accurate figures. This is your receipts from all sales in the period. This may include production costs, if you make the products in-house. It may be the purchase price of the goods sold, if you buy them from a supplier. Do not factor in taxes, interest or general business expenses. These are not accounted for in gross profit margin, but they are later used to figure out net income derived from the business as a whole. If you want to figure out the profitability of several products, you can separate the total revenue and the total cost of goods sold for each product and find individual gross profit margins. | Gather the data from a period of business operation. Find the total revenue for the period of time in question. Calculate the cost of goods sold. |
You should cover the container with two inches of soil, in a ratio of three quarters potting soil and one quarter coconut coir. Lightly pat down the soil to make a flat seeding surface but without compressing it too much. The seed packet may give you specific instructions for propagating the microgreens, such as how deep to plant the seed and the time to maturation. If there are specific tips or instructions for the type of microgreen, you should follow them. Place a handful of seeds in one hand. Place your hand palm upwards, at a slight angle towards the surface of the soil. Use your thumb, index and middle finger to gradually spread the seeds as they fall from your hand. Try to spread the seeds evenly. If you are growing smaller seeds, you should aim for a ratio of ten seeds per square inch. If you are growing larger seeds, you should aim for a ratio of five seeds per square inch. If you have any vermiculite, you can use it instead of the soil. Vermiculite is a mineral that is used for seed propagation. After applying the thin layer of soil or vermiculite, you should still be able to see some of the seeds. You don't want to bury them completely. You should mist your greens once per day. If you are not sure whether they need water, stick your finger a half inch into the soil. If the soil is dry, they need to be watered. If it is damp, the seeds should be happy. If it is extremely wet or marshy, you may be drowning your microgreens. If you are using propagation tray, simply place another tray on top of the one you are using. If you are using a takeout or other container, you could cover it with a plastic bag. Make sure you put a few holes in the plastic bag so that the seeds don't suffocate. It should take about a week for the seeds to germinate. A couple days after germination, take off the cover to expose the seeds to more light. Let them grow for two to four weeks before harvesting, depending on the type of microgreen. | Put the soil in your container. Look at the instructions on the seed packet. Sprinkle the seeds over the surface of the soil. Add a thin layer of soil or vermiculite. Spray the seeds with a mister. Cover the microgreens to create a small greenhouse. Wait for your seeds to germinate. |
A personalized submission is far more likely to catch a music director or DJ's eye than a form email that's clearly been sent to 500 other stations. This also goes for physical CD submissions. Whenever possible, customize your submission using people's names (if you can find them) and a brief statement of why you fit in with their station's "feel." Once you've established the guidelines for submitting your music, send it in! Give complete information -- your contact info and the CD's track listing are essential -- but don't send anything that isn't asked for. It can take days, weeks, or even months for your song to make it into the hands of a music director, especially if you've sent it to a larger station. Don't harass people with calls or emails. Remember, they get many submissions from hopeful artists just like you, and it takes awhile to listen to everything. The radio station may give a time-frame for responding to you. If it's past that time-frame, a friendly email inquiry is appropriate, but try not to sound accusative or angry. A simple email asking if the music director has had time to listen to your submission yet will suffice. It's always awesome when an artist gets a big break, but there are many artists and bands out there and only so much radio space. You may be rejected from the first several stations you contact, and that's okay. Be persistent and patient. Being rejected doesn't mean your music is bad! | Customize your submissions. Send in your music. Wait. Prepare for rejection. |
Think about how much you enjoy your current job, how reliant you are on your salary and benefits, and whether or not you would be able to maintain your work schedule as a new parent. Quitting your job can be a difficult decision, and you will need to carefully weigh all the pros and cons in order to choose the right option for you. Compare the cost of child care to your income to help you decide whether working full-time is the best option for you. Make sure to have a plan for health insurance before you give your notice. Depending on your situation, you may choose to get coverage through your spouse's plan, to enroll in COBRA, or to purchase an individual insurance plan through the insurance marketplace. Depending on the nature of the company you work for and your reasons for wanting to quit your job during maternity leave, you may have other options available to you. If, for example, you cannot afford to send your child to daycare while you are at work, you may consider asking your company about the possibility of working from home, either as a regular employee or as a freelancer. You may likewise be able to negotiate for part-time hours if you want to spend more time with your child, but don't want to cut ties with your company. If you love the company you work for and would like to return when your child is older, it is especially important to try to keep your foot in the door, or at least to leave on exceptionally good terms. It is very common for new mothers to change their minds about their employment status during maternity leave. If you are not 100% sure that you want to leave your job, consider going back to work for several weeks or months to see how it works for you. If you come to the conclusion after returning to work that it doesn't work you, you can give your notice at that time. If you are feeling unsure about whether or not you will want to return to work after your maternity leave, but you want to make sure that you don't leave your job on bad terms, you may wish to have a candid discussion with your boss before your maternity leave begins, and let him know that there is a possibility that you may choose not to return. Think about your company culture and how likely it is that you will be laid off after this conversation before you decide to go through with it. | Assess your current situation. Think about your other options. Be sure. |
Logging in as root is not recommended for regular use, as it is very easy to perform commands that will render your system inoperable, and it also poses a security risk, especially if you are running an SSH server on your machine. Only log in as root when performing emergency repairs, such as dealing with disk failures or restoring locked accounts. Using sudo or su instead of logging in as root will help prevent unintended damage while logged in as root. Using these commands gives the user a chance to think about the command before severe damage is done. Some distributions, such as Ubuntu, leave the root account locked until you manually unlock it. Not only does this prevent users from unknowingly doing too much damage using the root account, it also secures the system from potential hackers, as the root account is typically targeted first. With a locked root account, hackers aren't able to gain access with it. See the previous section for instructions on unlocking root in Ubuntu. root as the user when logging into Linux. If the root account is unlocked and you know the password, you can log in as root when you're prompted to log in with a user account. Enter root as the user when prompted to log in. If you need root access to perform a command, use the method in the previous section. After entering root as the username, enter the root password when prompted. In many cases, the root password may be "password." If you don't know the root password, or have forgotten it, see the next section for instructions on resetting it. In Ubuntu, the root account is locked and cannot be used until it has been unlocked. There's a chance that the program you intend to run will have a negative effect on your system when it has root access. It's highly recommended that you use sudo or su to run programs instead of logging in as root. | Consider using other methods for gaining temporary root access. Enter . Enter the root password as the user password. Avoid running complex programs while logged in as root. |
Vans are typically longer than standard cars and require more room to park. When pulling into traditional parking lots, look for areas on the side of the lot where you can parallel park, open areas with multiple spots you can occupy, or areas sectioned off for large vehicles. If none of these areas are available, use your best judgement and either park carefully, wait for an opening, or find another lot. Whenever possible, you should back into parking spots instead of pulling into them. To do this, pull in front of the parking spot, brake, and put your car in reverse. Scan your mirrors to make sure the area is clear, then turn your wheel toward the spot and gently release your brake pedal. Slowly back your van into the parking spot, readjusting your vehicle as necessary. Place a spotter or traffic cone behind the vehicle to make backing up easier. when normal spots aren't available. Find a space large enough for your van and park next to the car in front of it. Then, put your van in reverse and release the brakes. When your side window is lined up with the car's back bumper, turn your steering wheel toward the parking space and back into it. Once your car is at a 45-degree angle, turn your steering wheel away from the parking space and back up until you’re completely in the parking spot. Vans are far larger and heavier than most vehicles, meaning they’re more prone to rolling while parked. To avoid this, make sure to apply your parking brake whenever you’re not inside the vehicle. Most parking brakes are controlled via a pedal below the steering wheel or a lever near the shift controls. If you have trouble finding the parking brake, consult the van's user manual. To avoid damaging the vehicle, only apply the brake when the van is in park. Remember to release the parking brake before driving. | Park in large, open spots and designated areas. Back into parking spots to make getting out easier. Parallel park Apply your parking brake. |
When you live with depression, it's important to know your own body and observe patterns in yourself. Keep track of these patterns by writing in a journal. This is beneficial for understanding how your environment has an effect on your mood, energy, health, sleep, etc. Writing in a journal can also help you understand how other people are affecting you. Journaling can also help you process your emotions and gain insight into why certain things make you feel the way you do. Journaling is a simple activity that only takes a few minutes a day. If you require more structure, search online for tips on journaling, or find a book about the journaling process. Make writing in your journal a daily habit. Even if you spend only a few minutes writing, it can help you process your emotions and gain insight into why certain things make you feel the way you do. Make it easy for yourself to jot down notes. Keep a pen and paper with you at all times, or consider using a simple note-taking application on a phone or tablet computer that you often have with you. Journaling is about getting your feelings and thoughts down on paper. Don't worry about spelling, grammar or style. This is the time to write whatever you want, rather than trying to craft the perfect message. Don't worry about what other people might think. Use your journal however you want; you can keep everything private, share some things with friends and family or your therapist, or start a public tell-all blog. It is up to you and your comfort level how you use your journal. | Write in a journal. Try to write every day. Keep a pen and paper handy. Write whatever you want. Share only if you want to share. |
Talk to your doctor about removing the external stitches before they leave track marks, which are the small bumps that appear on either side of the incision. If possible, have your doctor remove the external stitches after one week to prevent any permanent scarring. For a more serious professional option, consider using targeted laser treatment to remove the stitch marks or stitch scarring. Using laser treatment on fresh scars, within six to eight weeks of the injury, can lead to a more effective treatment and removal of the scar. There are two types of laser treatments: Pulsed dye lasers: This is a non-ablative laser treatment that uses an intense, targeted burst of light. The heat is then absorbed by the blood vessels in your skin and can help to improve the texture and thickness of scars. It can also reduce any redness around the scar. Fractional ablative lasers: This treatment pokes small holes into the scar. This stimulates collagen production and can remodel the scar to appear less noticeable. This type of laser treatment is recommended for shallow scars. Most laser treatments will require multiple treatment sessions and can cost between $300 to $600 per a session. If you experience any of these symptoms, as well as fever and increased pain around the stitch marks, you should go see your doctor. The stitch marks may be infected or you may have had an allergic reaction to the antibacterial cream. Your doctor will need to examine and treat the stitch marks to prevent further infection or complications. | Get your stitches removed within a week. Talk to your doctor about laser treatments. See your doctor if the stitch marks become red, irritated, or swollen. |
Buy your shoes from a store that specializes in running footwear. A professional shoe store will measure the width and the arch of your foot and guide you to the shoe that best suits you. Wearing normal tennis shoes during long runs could injure your foot. Wear shoes you've trained in several times when you actually run the marathon. You don't want to break in new shoes while running a challenging race. Try not to wear high heels too often while you're training for a marathon. High heels put extra strain on your legs and can lead to injury. While you're at the running store, pick up a pair of double layered socks. Double layered socks will prevent your heels and toes from getting blistered during the marathon. Normal socks don't offer enough protection and can leave your feet blistered and in pain. The discomfort could be so bad that it causes you to cut your workout short. Compression socks are often used by marathon runners to reduce muscle soreness, but more research is needed. People who run marathons can sustain their heart rate at 60 to 65 percent of their maximum heart rate for long periods of time. You want your heart rate to be 50 to 85 percent of your maximum heart rate to get the most out of your workout. Your ideal maximum heart rate should be about 220 minus your age. For example, if you're 20, your maximum heart rate should be about 200 beats per minute. While you work out, it should be from 100 to 170 beats per minute. Give yourself time to get your heart rate into a proper zone if you're not used to intense running. If your rate gets to over 90 percent of your maximum heart rate, take a break and cool down for a bit. The actual marathon will have tables set up at points in the race where you can grab cups of water. But, you'll need a way to hydrate yourself during your training runs. Use a running belt to carry a few bottles of water with you while you run. The belt should be snug but not too restricting. Or, you can stagger bottles of water along your training path if you don't want to run with water. Remember that if you choose to wear a belt in your training, you'll feel lighter at the actual marathon. Account for the change in weight and try to run the marathon at the same pace that you practiced running. | Wear shoes that fit. Buy running socks. Get a heart rate monitor. Find a comfortable running belt. |
Benzoyl peroxide is the active ingredient in many topical acne medications, such as Benzac and Acne 10 Gel, among others. Acne medication containing benzoyl peroxide comes in many different forms, such as gels, bar soaps, lotions and facial washes. Some of these medications are available over-the-counter, while others require a prescription. Make sure you read the active ingredients of the product to know if it contains benzoyl peroxide and what strength. Benzoyl peroxide works as an antimicrobial and exfoliative agent, helping to kill bacteria and to increase skin turnover. Benzoyl peroxide also helps to dry excess oil on the face. It also works to reduce inflammation where it is applied. It is known that 1 – 2% of people are allergic to benzoyl peroxide. While most people will experience skin irritation, redness and scaling with the use of benzoyl peroxide, these side effects should subside with time. If you continue to experience redness and scaling even when using very low concentrations applied on alternate days, you may be experiencing an allergic reaction to the drug. Irritation is extremely common during the first three weeks of use and should improve after four to six weeks. Other possible signs of an allergic or negative reaction include peeling, sensitivity, and dryness. If you experience signs of a severe allergic reaction, including a tightness in the throat, shortness of breath, wheezing, low blood pressure, fainting, or collapse, call emergency services immediately. Whenever you use an over-the-counter product containing benzoyl peroxide, you should use that product in accordance with all of the instructions on the label. If you acquired the medication with a prescription, it is critical that you use benzoyl peroxide products as directed by a medical professional. In severe cases of acne, it is common to combine using benzoyl peroxide with topical or oral antibiotics as well as tretinoin. It should be noted, however, combining benzoyl peroxide with other irritants, other skin care products with benzoyl peroxide or exposing yourself to excessive sunlight can increase the risk of skin irritation in the area where benzoyl peroxide was applied. Make sure to limit exposure to other irritants so that you can effectively gauge the efficacy of benzoyl peroxide products in treating your acne. The side effects of combining other skin care products with benzoyl peroxide are similar to those that occur when you are having a genuine allergic reaction. | Know the uses of benzoyl peroxide. Know how benzoyl peroxide works. Identify the signs of an allergic reaction. Use only as directed. Limit exposure to other products. |
The first rule of investing is to buy when prices are low and wait for the value of what you buy to increase. Do background research on what types of artwork are more or less valuable at the moment and see which types are poised to grow in value. Note that if you buy a piece of art at a bargain price, it may be because nobody else wanted to buy it and it failed to sell at auction. You may have to wait as long as 10 years for these works of art to rise in value. Consider beginning your research at an art fair. Art fairs will give you a starting point so that you can narrow your gallery search down and avoid visiting ones that don't feature what you want. Artwork in a particular genre or by a particular artist can fluctuate wildly in price, especially if it's more contemporary in nature. For this reason, make sure you’re diversifying your investments by buying art from a variety of artworks, styles, and types. Don't limit yourself to any one type of art. Be willing to invest in decorative art (e.g., porcelains) as well as fine art (e.g., paintings and sculptures). Although much of the value of a given work of art stems from who the artist is, art of a higher quality is nearly always worth more than lower quality work. When deciding on art to invest in, opt for quality instead of quantity. Works of higher quality are also far more likely to appreciate in value over time, making them much better long-term investments. Determining which pieces of art are higher quality will require you to either acquire a working knowledge of art history and movements or hire an art “advisor” who can help you decide which pieces to invest in. Works by relatively unknown or young artists tend to be cheaper and have great potential for increasing in value. Buy cheap works from up-and-coming artists if you’re looking to turn your investments into possible short-term windfalls. Note that this is an inherently risky endeavor, as not all art is guaranteed to increase in value. You probably shouldn't spend all of your money on this type of art if you’re looking to invest. For the best results, look for art that is featured in cutting edge galleries or museum shows and that was painted by someone whose work has not been featured before. There are two types of market in the art world: primary and secondary. The primary market is for buying works that have not been previously owned (i.e., new works of art) and are thus relatively inexpensive, while the secondary market is for buying previously owned works through a gallery or auction. Buying art on the primary market will almost always be less expensive than buying art on the secondary market. Thus, if you’re able to resell that art to a gallery or at an auction, it usually results in a net profit for you. | Find out what the relative values of different types of art are. Diversify the type of art that you invest in. Buy the highest quality art you can afford. Purchase works by emerging artists for potentially greater profits. Acquire art on the primary market if you’re looking to flip it. |
It is important to be knowledgeable of the different types of discrimination so that you are aware of how to appropriately address it, how best to handle the impact of it, and who to report it to. Some different types of discrimination include: Direct discrimination: When a person is treated unfairly because of a specific characteristic, such as age, race, gender, disability, or sexual orientation. Indirect discrimination: When laws and policies put a person in a disadvantaged position. Harassment: Any unwanted, offensive, humiliating and intimidating act directed at you because of one of your unique characteristics. Harassment can be in the form of gestures, spoken and unspoken words, images, or jokes. Sexual harassment: This is the same as regular harassment, but sexual in nature. Victimization: Unfavorable treatment as a response to a person's claim of discrimination. Schools and universities often have policies against discrimination and bullying. If something happens on your school or university campus and you’re sure that it was of a discriminatory nature, report it. If you’re in primary or secondary school, report the discrimination to a higher authority, such as a dean, principal, or disciplinary office. Educational programs and activities that receive federal funding prohibit discrimination. For example, discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and age are prohibited. You can report it at http://www.ed.gov/ocr/complaintprocess.html Write down every detail of the discriminatory event immediately after it happens. That way, you won't forget any words or actions that were used against you. Laws within many countries prohibit discrimination in the workplace. For example, in the USA, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforces the laws and regulations. If you experience discrimination, report it to your manager, human resources department, or the regulating governmental authority. Examples of discrimination in the workplace that are prohibited include age, disability, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, and national origin. If you want to take legal action, your first step is to file a police report. When submitting a report, make sure it is in writing and not just talked about or discussed. Go to your local police department to file the report. Discuss as much as you can about the incident: when it happened, who perpetrated, what was said or done, and how it was handled. Be clear in expressing what was wrong and how it affected you. Have a clear case and if possible, prove the discrimination. If there's any doubt, people may question your allegations, which can make any formal proceedings more difficult. If you feel like you’re being discriminated against, speak up. If you know someone else is experiencing discrimination or suspect it happening around you, say something. Let people know that you care and want to help them, and resolve to be a positive force in your community against discrimination. Let people know that you will stand up for them if they’re experiencing discrimination. | Recognize the different types of discrimination. Report at school. Handle discrimination at work. Make a police report. Speak up for yourself and others. |
Medications to treat depression may need to be taken at a certain time every day. It is important to take your medications exactly as your doctor prescribed them, as following the directions may minimize the potential side effects you experience. Never stop taking your medications unless your doctor advises you to do so. Stopping your regimen suddenly will cause your symptoms to return full-force, and you may even experience additional withdrawal symptoms after you have been taking the drugs for a time and then stop. Be mindful that not taking your meds as directed, or failing to take your meds at all, could lead to you having thoughts about hurting yourself. If you are having suicidal thoughts, immediately call your doctor or a suicide help line. If need be, take yourself to the hospital. It can be terribly difficult to drum up the energy to get out of bed when you are suffering from depression. Creating a morning routine made up of small, successive steps can help you to manage the day more easily and set you off to a good start. Arise at the same time every morning (including weekends). When you wake, perform a few simple tasks, such as sitting up in bed. Then, focus on actually getting out of the bed. Next, do some light stretching. Wash your face and brush your teeth. Eat breakfast and take your meds. Rather than thinking about getting through the entire day, focus on completing one task at a time. Turn off your phone, computer, television, and wind down for an hour or so before bed. Avoid caffeine and alcohol as they both can inhibit the quality and quantity of sleep you get. Read, take a bath, and establish a nightly bedtime ritual. Go to bed at the same time each night. When you improve your sleep habits, you may wake feeling more refreshed and energized. Lack of sleep can have a significant impact on mood, so establishing healthy sleep patterns can go a long way in improving your depressive symptoms - now and later after the meds kick in. It's a mood brightener. The endorphins released after a good sweat session can naturally lift your mood. What's more, regular exercise gives you confidence, relieves stress, provides a mechanism for healthy coping, and can even help you sleep. As you wait for your symptoms to improve, don't pressure yourself about the intensity or duration of exercise you get - it's not necessary to do anything too strenuous. Just strive to get your body moving in any way possible. Walking, swimming, and yoga are all potentially low-impact activities you can do. You'll feel better for it. And the people around you will appreciate it also. Including these tasks in your morning routine can help you to feel more accomplished and motivated for other tasks that await you. If it's all you manage to do, that's okay, too. | Take your medications as directed. Stick to a routine. Practice good sleep hygiene. Get some exercise. Bathe, dress and groom yourself every day by a given time. |
This method uses the calendar to count days between cycles and anticipate when your fertile days will be. Most women with regular periods have a 26-32 day cycle, though your cycle could be as short as 23 days, or as long as 35 days. A wide range of possible cycle-lengths are still normal. The first day is the beginning of one period; the last day is the beginning of the next period. Remember, though, that your period may vary slightly from month to month. You could be on a 28-day cycle for one or two months, and then shift slightly the next month. This is also normal. Using a regular calendar, circle the first day of each cycle (the first day of your period). Count the number of days between each cycle (include the first day when you count). Keep a running total of the number of days in each cycle. If you find that all of your cycles are shorter than 27 days, don't use this method as it will give inaccurate results. Find the shortest cycle among all those you’ve tracked, and subtract 18 from that number of days. Write down the resulting number. Then locate day one of your current cycle on the calendar. Starting at day one of your current cycle, use the number you wrote down to count forward that number of days. Mark the resulting day with an X. The day you’ve marked with an X is your first fertile day (not your ovulation day). Find the longest cycle among all those you’ve tracked, and subtract 11 from that number of days. Write down the resulting number. Locate day one of your current cycle on the calendar. Starting at day one of your current cycle, use the number you wrote down to count forward that number of days. Mark the resulting day with an X. The day you marked with an X is your last fertile day and should be your day of ovulation. This method requires careful and consistent record-keeping and can thus be prone to human error. Because your monthly cycles may shift, it's difficult to precisely time your ovulation with this method. This method is best used in conjunction with other ovulation-tracking methods for a more accurate result. This method will be quite difficult to use accurately if you experience irregular periods. This method can also be problematic if you’re experiencing periods of high stress, travel, illness, or sleep disturbance, which will alter your body's basal temperature, as will working nights or drinking alcohol. Using this method for contraception requires very careful, meticulous, and consistent record-keeping in order to be successful. And even so, those who use this method for birth control still experience a 18% or higher chance of unplanned pregnancy. Thus, this method generally isn't recommended as a form of birth control. | Learn your period cycle. Chart your cycle for at least 8 cycles. Predict your first fertile day. Predict your last fertile day. Know the limits of the method. |
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