A role model that you know can help you to mature and grow as a person. They can give guidance and advice and offer real-world examples of how to achieve your best. These are the things you do not like or want to change about yourself and are important in determining how you wish to change. Do you want to live in a certain way? Achieve something in particular? Become a certain kind of person? Make a list of the things you want to achieve, both as a person and in your life. As you start to consider how you can choose a role model, try to develop faith in yourself as a person. The goal of choosing a role model is to motivate you to become a better person. You must have confidence in yourself and your abilities to become whoever you wish to be. If you want to be an inspirational person, think about the people who inspire you. Do a little brainstorming. Why do you admire them so much? What is the message they send through their actions? Great role models may exist all around you. These people may have a more profound impact on you and might even be able to mentor you, making them great potential choices as your role model. A good role model would be someone who knows who they are. You don't want someone who seems perfect but doesn't have a sense of purpose. You want someone who won't pretend to be someone they are not. Your role model should be someone who thinks it is all right to be unique, even if that means accepting some ridicule. They should always make you feel positive and good about being yourself. The purpose of having a role model is to encourage and inspire you to improve yourself. If your choice of role model does not make you feel this way then it is best to choose another. This person should be kind and can communicate well with people. People are easy to understand and emulate when they communicate well. It is better to choose a role model who exhibits reliable competence and who has gained their position through dedication and hard work. Often the flashy people who have succeeded spectacularly...

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Choose a role model you know to help you become the best version of yourself. Identify your bad habits, or negative aspects of your personality. Make a list of the key characteristics that you want to achieve. Build your confidence. Identify people who exhibit the same qualities that you wish to achieve. Consider someone who has a sense of purpose. Choose someone who makes you feel good about being you. Consider someone who interacts well with others. Consider people who are not top performers. Choose someone who is different to you. Learn about their successes and failures. Choose someone that you know and observe succeeding in life in a way that resonates with your moral values and beliefs for your role model. Do not copy your role model completely. Develop your own style.


A round of carrom ends when one player pockets all of his or her pieces, and the queen has been pocketed. You play rounds until one player has reached 29 points. The first player to hit 29 points wins.  Remember, you and your opponent take turns shooting your striker. You can only shoot your striker from within your rectangular boundary. In the event you pocket a piece, you get to continue to play. You can shoot your striker again, and can continue to shoot your striker until you fail to pocket a piece. The queen, or red piece, has to be pocketed by the end of a round. A player must both pocket and "cover" the queen. Covering the queen simply means one player has pocketed the queen following the rules of the game. Under certain circumstances, you can pocket the queen but not "cover" it, and the queen will be returned to the board.  You cannot pocket the queen until you've pocketed at least one piece in your color. In the event you pocket the queen before pocketing any pieces, you have not covered the queen. The queen will be returned to the center of the board. If you pocket the queen after pocketing one of your own pieces, you have successfully covered the queen. The queen will not be returned to the board and you may receive points for the queen at the conclusion of the round. There are fouls in the game of carrom. In the event you or your opponent commits a foul, you are penalized by having one of the pieces in your color returned to the board. The following situations can result in a foul:  If you accidentally pocket a striker, this is a foul. You will also receive a foul if you knock your striker or another piece off the board. If you pocket an opponent's piece, this is a foul. In addition to having one of your pieces returned to the board, pocketing an opponent's piece comes with an additional penalty. If you pocketed and covered the queen earlier in the game, the queen is also returned to the board. If you pocket your final piece before the queen has been pocketed, both the piece you pocketed and the...

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Continue playing until the conclusion of the first round. Follow rules regarding the queen. Penalize players for fouls. Continue playing a round until one player has pocketed all of his or her pieces. Score each round properly. Complete the game.


A routine can help you stick to your eating, exercising, and stress reduction goals. It also ensures you have time to do the things you want to do, such as hanging out with friends or engaging in a hobby. Create a routine that works for you!  It's okay to have a different routine on certain days if that's what you need to do for your life. Try out different routines until you find one that works for you. Taking unnecessary risks is hard on the body and mind. It can also have devastating long-term consequences. Serious or established patterns of risk-taking can also be indicative of deeper psychological problems, in which case you should talk to a healthcare professional who specializes in a relevant field. Start by setting your sights on one or more of the following achievements:  Have Safer Sex Stop Binge Drinking Quit Drinking without Alcoholics Anonymous Quit Smoking Beat Drug Addiction Things like wearing a helmet when riding a bicycle and wearing your seatbelt when in your car.  These things are easy to do. While they are definitely daunting, they're doable. Often if one of these is accomplished, other things seem much easier and will fall into place. If you already don't engage in risky behavior, congratulations! We've stressed the "get fit" part already, but now we want to make it a little less ignorable. Your daily/weekly routine needs to include exercise. It will increase your metabolic rate, control your weight, and you'll feel fresh the whole week. Triple win! Here's something concrete for you: aim for 150 minutes of aerobic activity every week (or 75 minutes of vigorous activity) and strength training twice a week. Even mowing the lawn counts! . When you sleep, your body produces cells that fight infection, inflammation, and stress—which means that getting too little sleep or poor-quality sleep not only makes you more prone to getting sick, but also increases the time you need to recover from illness. When you sleep well, you can wake up ready to go and be more active all day. Sleeping properly is...

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Create a daily routine. Stop engaging in risky behavior. Exercise several times a week. Get a good night's rest Learn how to cook. Maintain your personal hygiene Bolster your immune system.


A royal blue dress is perfect for a child's costume or an adult's costume, while a “little black dress” can be appropriate for an adult's costume. A knee-length dress will work on most body types and ages. You should choose a simple dress without any embellishments, but otherwise, any cut, length, neckline, and sleeve length will work. It is mostly a matter of personal preference. Royal blue tights work well for both children and adults. Both kids and adults could also wear white or black tights. For a more mature look, an adult could wear sheer flesh-tone nylons instead. Step into the tulle skirt and pull it up so that it rests comfortably on your stomach. Tuck the end of the tail into the band of the skirt. Keep the skirt and tail in place by tying a metallic green or gold ribbon around the elastic band of the skirt, wrapping it around several times and knotting the ribbon in place at your side or back.  Tie the ribbon snugly so that it holds the tail in place and keeps it secure. The feathers of the tail should face upward, fanning out behind the wearer's back. A simple pair of blue, green, silver, gold, or black ballet flats should work well for this outfit. If you want something a little sultrier or more mature, you could wear a gold or black heeled sandal. Style your hair as desired. Tie the mask over your eyes and place the hair clip in your hair.

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Wear a blue or black dress. Slip on a pair of tights. Put on the tulle skirt. Tie the tail in place. Add a pair of slippers to your feet. Don the mask and hair clip.


A royal flush is an ace-high straight flush, a set of five cards in the sequence ace-king-queen-jack-ten of the same suit. In poker games that allow wild cards, wild cards may substitute for any of the cards in the royal flush. A royal flush made without wild cards is called a “natural” royal flush. Poker hands are ranked according to their respective rarity. The royal flush is rankest highest because it is harder to make than any other straight flush, while a straight flush is harder to make than four of a kind, which is harder to make than a full house, which is harder to make than a flush, which is harder to make than a straight, which is harder to make than three of a kind, which is harder to make than two pair, which is harder to make than a single pair. How hard it is to make a royal flush depends on the poker game you’re playing.  The hardest poker games to make a royal flush in are those where you are dealt only five cards. In five-card draw or stud poker, your chances, in general, of getting a royal flush are 1 in 649,740. (There are 2,598,960 possible five-card poker hands, only four of which can be royal flushes. The royal flushes are four of 40 possible straight flushes; the chances of getting any straight flush are 1 in 64,974.)  Your chances of getting a royal flush are better in draw poker games where you can throw away bad cards and draw new ones than in stud games where you have to play the cards you’re dealt. Your chances also improve if you have been dealt some of the cards that make up a royal flush; if you’ve been dealt four of the five cards, you have a 1 in 47 chance of getting the fifth.  Poker games where you are dealt more than five cards improve your chances of getting a royal flush. In seven-card stud or Texas hold’ em, your overall chances improve to 1 in 30,940. (In Texas hold ‘em, getting a royal flush on the “flop” or first three community cards, your chances are still 1 in 649,740, but they improve to 1 in 108,290 when the fourth or “turn” card comes out, and then to 1 in...

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Recognize the cards that make up a royal flush. Recognize which poker games are better for making a royal flush.


A running head is a header that will be found on each page of your paper. Your running head should include an abbreviated form of the title.  Introduce the running head with the words "Running head." Follow this label with a colon. The running head itself should be in all capital letters. The running head should be no longer than 50 characters, including spaces and punctuation. Since this is the first page of your essay, the page number will be “1.” Use standard numerals, not Roman numerals or written numbers. The page number and running head should be evenly aligned horizontally. The title should be placed roughly one-third of the way down from the top of the page. Generally, this would place the title about 2 inches below the header line.  Capitalize the first letter of all major words but not for minor words. For example: How to Make a Cover Page Do not italicize, bold, or underline the title. On the line directly below the title, include your first name, middle initial, and last name. If other students were involved in your study or essay, their names must be listed, as well.  Separate each name with a comma. The line directly below your name should state the institution you are associated with. The first letter of each major word should be capitalized.  For example, if you are submitting the paper for a class taken at the University of North Carolina at Asheville, you should include this in the line beneath the author's name (i.e. your name, and the names of your co-authors.) Check with your professor for any additional guidelines.

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Place a running head in the upper left corner. Include the page number in the upper right corner. Center the title. Include your name below the title. Include the name of your institution.


A safe location should be away from traffic and stores entrances, in a spot that allows for extended or overnight parking. Some locations have strict rules in place and prohibit overnight parking, so you may become towed or fined if you park in these locations.  Whether or not sleeping in your car will get you a ticket is totally dependent on where you are. Check local and state regulations whenever traveling. Never sleep on the side of the road or highway. Park at a designated rest stop, or 24-hour parking lot. Many interstates and highways have overnight rest stops you can park at and sleep in overnight while on road trips. This is really the best option to avoid interruption either by the public or by law enforcement. Find a 24-hour store. Walmart is the big name in this category. Some locations have explicit rules against over-nighters, however, so check online or in the store before you shut eyes for the night. Park somewhere reasonably well-lit. Though it might seem counter-intuitive to trying to sleep, it's best for your safety to park in a lot with plenty of light. Leave the keys out of the ignition. There is the possibility of breaking the law if you fall asleep with your keys in the ignition; you may be considered "in operation" of your car while asleep. Keep your doors locked and your keys in your pocket. If you're traveling in very cold temperatures, you may need to wake up periodically to run the car for warmth. Be sure to stay awake while the car is running. By allowing air to enter or circulate throughout the inside of the car, you will sleep more comfortably and avoid waking up feeling hot and sticky, or with condensation on the windows.  If you end up somewhere relatively populated or crowded, this might not be the best idea. The noise level might be too much to bear with cracked windows. You'd also like to avoid anyone looking in on you. This is also not necessary or even advisable if you're traveling in very cold temperatures. Luckily when the car isn't in motion you'll have a variety of...

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Choose a safe location in which to park your car. Turn the car off. Crack your windows or sunroof for ventilation. Find a comfortable sleeping position. Follow a morning routine after waking.


A safety plan is a set of specific steps that you can act on any time you’re feeling suicidal. A primary step in your suicide safety plan should be to call your doctor or counselor. Also make a list of friends and family members who you can call when you’re having suicidal thoughts.  Avoid spending time alone if you’re having suicidal thoughts. No matter the time of day or night, if you’re thinking of ending your own life, spend time around others until the suicidal thoughts subside.  Be sure to confirm beforehand with your friends and family members that they’re willing to be called when you’re suicidal. If you have recurring thoughts of suicide, especially if they’re accompanied by depression, bipolar disorder, or any other mental-health disorder, it’s important to see a mental-health professional. A therapist will be able to suggest alternate thought processes and mental habits that can help you think of suicide less, and can also prescribe medication as needed.  Keep in mind that therapy is not a “quick fix” for suicidal thoughts. It can take months or years to fully work through these thoughts and to stop thinking about suicide. Suicidal thoughts can also be the result of another condition or a medication you are taking, so be sure to give your therapist or psychiatrist a thorough overview of your situation. A mental-health support system is an invaluable resource in processing suicidal thoughts and avoiding suicidal behaviors. Your support system should comprise various individuals in whom you can confide your thoughts and feelings, and who can be “on-call” should you have strong suicidal feelings at any point in time. A support system can include:  Parents and family members. Your therapist or counselor. Members of your church or other religious organization. A support group for people dealing with suicidal thoughts. Abusing drugs (illicit or prescription), alcohol, and/or other substances as a way to feel better and control your pain is called self-medicating. If you find that you are becoming...

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Build a safety plan with people you trust. Seek out a therapist or psychiatrist. Establish a support system of trusted family and friends. Avoid self-medicating.


A savings account gives you access to your money at any time with very low risk. This option, however, offers a low interest rate on your investment. A certificate of deposit (CD) offers a slightly better return, but with less flexibility. You must leave the money with the bank for a period of time ranging from months to years.  These investments have several benefits. They are easy to set up, and they're typically insured for up to $250,000 by the FDIC, meaning they're very safe.   The downside is that these investments pay very little interest. Without much interest, you don’t generate as much compounded interest. As a result, CDs and savings accounts are suitable only for holding small amounts of money for very short periods of time. They may improve as savings vehicles in times of high interest rates. Smaller banks and credit unions will sometimes offer higher interest rates in order to attract customers away from larger institutions. When you buy bonds, you are loaning money to a government or municipality. You can also invest in bonds issued by corporations.   Bonds pay a fixed rate of interest on your investment each year. You can reinvest your interest in more bonds and allow compounding to work for you. Payment of your original investment (principal) and your interest is based on the credit rating of the issuer. Government bonds and municipal bonds are often guaranteed by tax dollars that the issuer collects, so risk is low. A corporate bond’s payments are based on the creditworthiness of the corporation. A company that generates consistent earnings will have a better credit rating.  You can buy bonds through your bank, or using a financial advisor.    There is a downside to bonds investing. When interest rates are low, returns can be small. Even in times of higher rates, bonds usually offer lower returns than stocks. Bonds, however, are normally considered less risky than stocks.  The average return on bonds since 1928 (including compounding) is 6.7% per year, compared to 10% for stocks. When you...

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Use a savings account or buy a certificate of deposit. Invest in government or municipal bonds. Buy stocks. Find out about fees you may have to pay on your investments.


A secret society must have something to protect. Get any number of your friends to read these books.  Privately talk with one of your closest friends whom you know will love the idea of starting a secret society. You and your closest friend should discuss what your secret society should be called. Also discuss who you will induct.  Remember, even if you have a large group of really good friends, not all of them are secret society material.  They won't find out, as it is a secret society. This should be done before you initiate others.  That way, you are sure to come up with a good idea.  The initiation is one of the most important parts of the society. It has to be something neither of you would do normally. Candle-lighting sets a serious and official tone, which is always good.  Secret names are fun to have. There has to be rules. Set a schedule for fun things you can do, i.e. dressing alike on certain days, or having monthly rituals. Have fun with it.  It's all about your creativity.  Newsletters are common. It might be fun to post mysterious messages in some part of your school. Everyone sees it, but very few know what it means. Subtly drop something related to your secret in a conversation with a friend to figure out how they feel about it. Make sure there's no possibility they ever betray you, make sure they will be okay with the rules. Don't mention your secret society until you are absolutely sure they can be completely trusted. If they betray you, your secret society is not so secret anymore! Invite your friends to a sleepover and then spring it on them.  They will be surprised and excited, and thrilled because they are special. You could even figure out a time to chat online. Most small secret societies use robes while large ones, like the Freemasons, have complex aprons. Your friends and you will be even closer than ever. In a school, initiate the most brilliant and enthusiastic students that seem like clique-material, and they will motivate and inspire others. But you don't want to have too many...

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Create a secret or a secret mission. Read a few clique-like books, like the clique series by Lisi Harrison, for some background information, although, maybe not so mean like they were. Think of a name. Conduct a proper initiation for you and your closest friend. Figure out what your society does. Find potential members. Induct your members. An important thing in secret societies is to meet in secret, that means meeting in a new place every time or having access to a secret room somewhere. Make a dress code. Keep quiet and have fun. Initiate well to do people in the society. At first, be friendly, but do not reveal the central secrets of your society. There needs to be a way to get rid of someone if they become bad for the group or start talking—like blabbing the society's secret.


A seizure is the symptoms or changes in behavior that occur after an episode of abnormal electrical activity in your brain. Seizures can range from mild, involving only staring spells, to severe and don't necessarily involve convulsions (body shaking), tonic-clonic seizures. Common signs of a seizure include: black outs, drooling or frothing, rapid eye movements, grunting, loss of bladder / bowel control, sudden mood changes, collapsing, teeth clenching, muscles spasms and jerking limbs.  Symptoms of a seizure may stop after a few seconds or minutes, or sometimes go on for up to about 15 minutes. You may get warning signs before having a seizure, such as tasting a bitter or metallic flavor, smelling the scent of burning rubber, seeing flashing lights or wavy lines, and feeling anxious or nauseous. Most seizures are not an indication of epilepsy, which is a neurological disorder characterized by disrupted nerve cell activity in the brain. Instead, seizures can be triggered by a wide variety of environmental factors, including food allergies and toxic reactions to numerous food additives (as noted above).  Finding the trigger can be very difficult, but necessary if you don't want your child or yourself to be on powerful anti-seizure medication for many years. Seizures are common in childhood, but usually fade away during adolescence. Infections, high fevers, head injuries, and negative reactions to medication are common causes of childhood seizures. Usually, in children it depends on how high and how fast the fever develops.  The higher the fever forms and the faster the temperature rises, the more at risk the child is to have a fever associated seizure.  You do not need to be put on seizure medication after one episode of a seizure. Severe migraine headaches commonly mimic mild seizures. Sometimes, no cause can be found for seizures, in which case they are called idiopathic (of unknown origin) seizures. Make an appointment with your doctor immediately if you or a family member shows any sign of having a...

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Understand the symptoms. Understand the cause. See your doctor.


A selenite wand is a white rectangular crystal that’s known for its purifying and cleansing properties. Hold the wand about 6 to 12 in (15 to 30 cm) away from your body. Starting at your head, sweep the wand down your body to cleanse your aura. When you finish a sweep, bring your arm away from your body like you’re brushing the energy away from you.  This process may help cleanse your aura of negative energies and attachments, like a minor curse. You can get a selenite wand at a store that sells crystals, a magickal supplies shop, or online. Place your sage bundle in a heatproof container. Then, light the end of the sage and blow out the fire so that the sage is smoldering. Use a feather to sweep the smoke over your body. Start at your head and work down to your feet. Sage is commonly used for cleansing and purification and originated in Native American traditions. You can use it to cleanse yourself and your space of negative energy. As you smudge yourself, say a spell or prayer that states your intention to be rid of the curse or negative energy. In your spell or prayer, state that you know the curse will broken so your ritual has more power.  Say, “Earth, fire, water, and air, be the answer to my prayer, banish this curse and leave me pure, tonight I claim a blessed cure.” You could pray, “Dear God/Goddess, Please cleanse me of this negative energy and lift the curse. I know that you will make me free. Amen.”

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Sweep a selenite wand down and away from your body. Light a sage bundle, then use a feather to waft the smoke over you. Recite a cleansing spell or say a prayer.


A serial number is 6 digits. If there are only 4 digits, it is a date code and not a serial number. The serial number may be located on the back or bottom of the lock.  If you have a “Set Your Own Combination” lock, you cannot retrieve your lost combination, even if you find a serial number. This is because you set the combination and not the company. For security purposes, newer Master Locks may not have serial numbers. If you cannot find the serial number, you cannot retrieve the lost combination. You can take the lock back to the same retailer you bought it from. They may charge a fee to retrieve the combination; this cost will depend on the retailer, as Master Lock does not charge.  Ask them to call Master Lock on your behalf. Master Lock will ask them to verify your identity before giving them the combination. The lock cannot be attached to anything for this to work. This means that you cannot bring in luggage or a bike with the lock attached. Call a locksmith instead. You will need to provide your name, address, and the lock’s serial number. Before sending the form, you must have it notarized by a notary public. Notaries can be found at banks, law offices, and libraries.  You must bring official ID, such as a passport or driver's license, to the notary with you. You can find the form here: http://content.masterlock.com/masterlock/resources/documents/pdf/lost_combo_form.pdf  Mail the form to Master Lock Warehouse, 24 North Free Port Drive, Nogales, AZ 85621. You will receive the combination within 4-6 weeks.

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Identify if your master lock has a serial number. Bring the lock to an official distributor or retailer. Fill out a notarized lost combination form instead.


A serving size will be approximately 1/2 to 1 orange per person. Top the vodka-infused oranges with fresh whipped cream.

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Serve the oranges in a small serving bowl.


A set consists of 144 tiles. You can find these sets online at a variety of price points, so don't worry, you won't need to shell out a lot of money if you don't want to! You should also be able to find them at gaming stores.  Keep in mind that different versions of the game have a different number of tiles. Some only have 136, for instance. Some sets are very expensive because they are hand carved! The game uses 3 suits for the main part of gameplay, which are dot/circles, Chinese characters, and bamboo. These function much like suits in a deck of cards. Each suit has 4 identical sets of 9 tiles. There are 108 of these tiles in total. The suits tiles will have numbers, 1-9, and like playing cards, each tile will have a corresponding amount of the respective symbol, except for the character suit, which has the Chinese character for the number. The number 1 tile for bamboo is a bird, typically an owl or a peacock. Honor tiles are special tiles. Honor tiles show red and green dragons or the 4 winds. You can use these almost like suit tiles in that you can match them to make "melds," 3-of-a-kind or 4-of-a-kind.  You'll have 16 wind tiles, 4 each of east, south, west, and north, which you play in that order: remember "eat soy with noodles." They typically have the first letter of the word in the upper left-hand corner. The dragons are usually represented by Chinese characters, but they'll also have a "C," "F," or "P/B" on them instead of the numbers 1-9 like the suit tiles. You get 4 sets of the same 3 tiles. Bonus tiles show seasons and flowers. Typically, you include these tiles in Chinese and Korean versions of Mahjong, but not always in American or Japanese versions. You can't use these to make melds, but they can give you extra points in your hand at the end. The pictures on these tiles vary by set. A set might have plum, orchid, chrysanthemum, and bamboo flowers, 1 of each. Then, it will have 1 tile for each season. You might also have 4 blank tiles, which can be used as jokers.

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Find a set of mahjong tiles. Learn the suit tiles first. Use honor tiles like suit tiles. Decide whether you will use the bonus tiles.


A set of brand-new chisels won't be sharp enough to do intricate woodworking, so you'll want to sharpen them before you start on a project. They stay sharp for a long time, so plan to sharpen them about once or twice a year unless you use them very frequently. If the chisels are old or have uneven or damaged bevels, it may be necessary to reshape them using a grinding wheel before sharpening. Hold the bevel of the damaged chisel flat to the grinding wheel to remove large gouges, dirt or rust.    You'll need a stone with three levels - course, medium and fine - to achieve the sharpest edge. Sharpening stones are available at home and garden centers and hardware stores. The stone you choose will come with a lubricant (or recommend one for you to buy separately). There are two main types, both of which are quite effective:  Water stones use water as a lubricant. They are soaked in water for several minutes before use. This is the type of stone favored in Japan. Oil stones are lubricated with petroleum-based oil before use. Get it ready according to the instructions that came with it. For a water stone, you will need to soak it in a water bath. An oil stone should be lubricated with the appropriate type of petroleum oil.

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Plan to sharpen chisels before using. Get a sharpening stone. Prepare the stone.


A set of mirror clips comes with 2 clips for the bottom of the mirror that are fixed, 2 clips for the top of the mirror that are spring loaded, and 4 anchor screws for installation. The channel on standard mirror clips is made for mirrors or glass that is 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) thick or less.  Mirror clips show on the front of the mirror, so select a shape, size, color, and finish that works with your space. Buy a kit that is made for your wall material (dry wall, masonry, etc.). Select a spot away from doors, since opening and shutting doors can loosen the fasteners and cause the mirror to fall. Once you decide on a spot, use a stud finder to locate the studs in the wall and mark them with a grease pencil.  You'll need to anchor the mirror to a stud for secure installation. You may want to get an assistant to help you locate and mark the studs. Choose the height you want to hang the mirror, then use a tape measure to measure the width of the mirror. Measure the desired height and make 2 marks on the wall that match the mirror's width. The bottom edge of the mirror will line up with these 2 marks. The marks should connect to make a line parallel to the floor and that line should be the same width as your glass. Depending on the width of your glass, you will want to come in 1 to 4 inches (2.5 to 10.2 cm) toward the center of your line on each side and make a mark. The greater the width of the mirror, the farther in toward center you can go with the mounts. Don't come in so far that the distance between the mounts is less than the rest of the width of the mirror. Hold your drill so that the bit is perpendicular to the wall and parallel to the floor. Press or tap the anchors into place with a hammer until they are flush with the wall. Use a Philips head bit or screwdriver to fasten the clips to the wall.  Make sure to use a drill bit that is the same size as your anchors. Before you tighten the screw down all the way, take the time to make sure the clip channel is straight. Make light pencil marks on the wall at the...

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Use mirror clips to mount mirrors that are 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) or thinner. Choose a location for your mirror and find the studs in the walls. Mark the placement for the mirror's bottom edge on the wall. Determine the placement of the bottom 2 clips. Drill holes in the wall where you’ve made your marks. Lower the mirror into the bottom clips and mark the wall for the top clips. Use a level to confirm all of your marks are in line. Install the top clips. Press the top edge of the mirror into the top clips.


A severe injury may require surgical reattachment, and should be brought to a doctor's attention as soon as possible. If any of the following symptoms match your condition, your hamstring muscle may be completely torn, or pulled off the bone:  A popping sound of feeling at the time of injury. An injury very close to the buttock or knee. A large amount of bruising. Difficulty walking. Severe pain or weakness in injured leg. See Warnings, below, for symptoms that require medical attention at any point in the healing process. If the location of the injury is not obvious, gently press along the length and circumference of your thigh to locate it. Stretching injuries tend to involve the upper thigh, while sprinting is more likely to tear muscle near the knee. If there is no obvious injury site and there was no impact or fall that may have caused your hamstring to pull, the pain could be due to pelvis or back problems instead. Contact a doctor if you think this might be the case. Get off your feet as soon as you can after injury, even if you only feel mild twinges. Some pulled hamstrings, especially those in the upper thigh, involve damage to a tendon. These feel less painful than muscle injuries, but take longer to heal and still require rest. Walk as little as possible for the first few days, and avoid all running and leg exercises. If walking involves any pain at all, shorten your stride to a non-painful distance. If even a short stride causes pain, use a pair of crutches and visit a doctor. Use a cold pack, or wrap ice in a wet towel, and place it on the injury site. Leave this on for 10 to 15 minutes, then take it off. Repeat this once an hour during the day you pulled your hamstring. Continue icing once every two or three hours for the next couple days after that.  To avoid damage, do not apply ice directly to skin, and do not leave it on for more than 15 minutes. Do not use this treatment if you have Raynaud's phenomenon or other blood circulation issues. Wrap an elastic compression bandage or athletic tape...

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Call a doctor promptly for severe injuries. Evaluate the injury. Rest. Apply an ice pack once an hour. Compress your leg. Elevate your leg. Take painkillers only if necessary. Avoid making it worse. Continue on when daily activities are pain-free.


A shag rug can be a nice and soft addition to your room’s floor but you may also nail it up on a wall for a unique display. Choose a rug with a unique pattern so that it draws the eye. You may be able to find pillows with interesting quotes, pictures, designs and textures to add to your room. Shop at furniture stores, thrift stores and online. You may also be able to print your own designs onto pillow cases at custom t-shirt stores. If you find it difficult to see into your closet or you just want to add a splash of light into your room, add hanging white twinkle lights on the inside of the door frame. Make it look like you opened the door to another universe or a cool dressing room for a rock band. Use hooks or tape to keep the lights in place. Purchase the lights and hooks at a dollar store or local arts and crafts store. Use temporary wallpaper that you can purchase at a dollar store or arts and craft store to dress up boring walls. Research online for fun ideas if you are looking for inspiration. You can also cut the wall paper into shapes, like stars, before placing it on your wall. Make sure to use temporary wallpaper so that you can change the style as often as you please.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Lay down or display shag rugs. Add cool pillows to your bed or couch. Amp up the light for your closet. Dress up your walls.


A shampoo that is violet toned will work to neutralize warm tones in your hair, such as yellows. A blue shampoo will neutralize orange tones. For hair that has been bleached blonde, use a specifically purple shampoo, and for hair that has been bleached to a lighter brown, use a blue-tinted purple shampoo. Purple shampoos work by balancing out yellow tones, since purple and yellow are opposite on the color wheel. Blue shampoos balance orange tones because blue and orange are opposite on the color wheel. Only using purple shampoo could give your hair a purple tinge, so alternating purple shampoo with color-protective products works well. These are designed to keep colored hair healthy, hydrated, and strong, but without the violet pigment. Color-protective products come in the form of shampoo, conditioner, and hair masks. Hair toner is a demi permanent hair dye which works to neutralize brassy tones. It needs to be applied every 6 - 8 weeks to keep the brassy tones away.  Use sulfate free shampoo and conditioner to prevent removing the toner from your hair. You can use purple shampoo in combination with hair toner, to help it stay in your hair for longer. Hair toner is normally done at a hair salon, but there are also home options available which can be purchased from hair product stores. Lowlights work by darkening the hair which is already brassy, creating darker shades within your blonde hair. This reverses the orange and brassy tones through adding more color. Lowlights are best done at a hair salon. The mineral components of hard water can cause bleached hair to become brassy. A water filter reduces the number of mineral deposits within the water source, which will help to stop your hair from turning orange. Iron is the main element which adds orange or brassy tones.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use a purple or blue shampoo twice a week to avoid brassy tones. Wash your hair with color-protective products. Use a hair toner for a temporary fix to brassy tones. Add lowlights if you are bleached blonde. Install a shower water filter for a natural preventative to brassy tones.


A sheet metal screw will work, too. It also helps to grab a hammer and a screwdriver.   For this method you need a screw that’s long and sturdy enough to act as a corkscrew. If you have a corkscrew, this will be your best bet as it’s designed to pull the cork out of the bottle. However, it’s assumed here that you don’t have one. You will need to gently, but firmly insert the screw into the broken cork by twisting it down.   If you have a screwdriver it could be useful here for inserting the screw without pushing the cork further down. If you notice the cork is being pushed down, stop. Try creating a small hole with the point of a knife for the screw to go into. Insert the screw until it is far enough into the cork so that it won’t pop out. But you also need to leave enough room for the claws of the hammer to grab the screw. Try not to drive the screw through the cork if you can. Doing so can make it harder to pull the cork out of the bottle. Once you have the screw, at least, 0.4 inches (10 mm) or so into the cork, begin pulling up the screw. Instead of pulling straight up, the hammer should work like a fulcrum. Like you would with certain corkscrews, you want to apply a downward force on the handle of the hammer to lift the screw and cork up. Push down on the hammer’s handle to act as a lever to pull the screw upward taking the cork with it.  If using the hammer as a fulcrum doesn’t work and it looks like the cork is going to break, then try pulling straight up. You may also have to use your fingers and grab the head of the screw and pull up with force. Take your time and move slowly. The cork will be weakened from breaking.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Grab a lengthy wood screw. Twist the screw into the broken cork. Place the hammer’s claws around the screw. Pull the cork out.


A shingled roof is not a necessity for a rabbit hutch, but it will make it last longer. Nail down shingles or metal roofing pieces onto a plywood foundation on the top of your hutch. If you are worried about drainage, extend the shingles so that they slightly overhang the edges of the hutch. You can also stack them to create a slight downward angle. If you add a layer of tar paper under the shingles, this will create even more water protection. You want a spot that will not be too noisy or subject to too much foot traffic. It’s best if the area is away from any overly forested areas that wildlife might live in or frequent. If you can position your hutch under a tree to keep it from direct sunlight 24/7, that’s even better. It’s also a good idea to place your hutch in a spot where you can easily keep an eye on it and its inhabitants. Most hutches are heavy enough that they don’t require any additional stability aside from their own weight. However, if you are worried about your hutch moving or tipping over, then you can dig 4 holes in the ground in the future locations of your support posts. Then, place the posts into the holes, checking to make sure that the hutch is balanced, and add a bit of ready mixed concrete into each of them. You can set the food bowl directly on the floor, but you’ll want to hook the water bottle to the side of the cage. You can add straw or unbleached shredded paper to the floor. This will help to protect your rabbit’s delicate feet. Make sure to throw in a few favorite toys as well.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Add shingles and drainage. Find a safe and secure location for your hutch. Secure the support posts using concrete. Add in food, water, floor coverings, and toys.


A shower is already a part of many morning routines, and for good reason. It ensures you're relatively clean and refreshed before getting on with your day. Although your hair is arguably the top priority, you shouldn't forget the rest of your body while you're at it. It should take you a few minutes at least to get all the areas of your body. Scrub your body thoroughly with a bar of soap. Many women aim to look fresher by removing body hair. Some men choose to limit body hair as well, particularly on the back, the armpits and the pubic area. Shaving body hair should be done at the end of your shower, when the hair follicles will open up more easily. Waxing is a more effective way of getting rid of hair, but some consider it too painful to do on a regular basis.  Alternatively, you can purchase an epilator. An epilator is a machine that removes individual hairs one by one. They are less painful than a waxing strip, but unfortunately take much longer to get rid of all the hair. Laser hair removal surgeries are available. They are far more expensive than the moderate solutions, but you won't have to deal with having to shave excess hair again. Treat razor burn as quickly as you can. Close shaving can cause ingrown hairs and scarring if it's not taken care of. To fix this, scrub the area with a body exfoliator and apply a warm compress to the affected patch of skin. Deodorant may have little to do with one's appearance, but anyone who smells a bad musk coming off you will have a hard time thinking of you as hygienic in the first place. Deodorant is relatively inexpensive and easy to apply once you're out of a shower and your morning routine is all but complete. If you're prone to bad sweating, buying an antiperspirant will keep blotches of sweat from appearing in the armpits of your shirt. A mild perfume or cologne can be a nice touch if you think the situation you're preparing for warrants it. Water has a rejuvenating effect on virtually every part of your body. Keep a refillable bottle of water around you...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Take a shower. Shave excess body hair. Wear deodorant. Drink lots of water. Avoid processed foods. Wash your hands with soap. Trim and clean your nails.


A significant number of people wear shoes that don't fit well, perhaps because the shoes were on sale or they're hand-me-downs, or various other reasons. Regardless, always wear shoes that properly fit your feet, not just in terms of length, but also in terms of width. Wearing shoes that don't fit not only cause blisters, bunions and calluses, but they can reduce the stability and compromise the biomechanics of your feet and subsequently trigger back pain and other joint issues.  Get fitted for shoes later in the day because that's when your feet are a little larger, usually due to swelling and slight compression of your arches. Most off-the-shelf shoes are regular (medium) width, so you may have to order shoes from the manufacturer if your feet are really narrow or wide. Some footwear may fit well, such as flip-flops, but they can still cause foot and other musculoskeletal problems due to the lack of arch and heel support. Regardless if you have flat feet or not, wearing shoes with strong arch support is going to benefit your feet and improve your gait during walking / running at the very least. Wearing more supportive shoes may also significantly reduce your back pain or relieve the symptoms entirely, depending on its cause. As such, when buying new shoes, look for a comfortable walking or athletic shoe with substantial arch support, roomy toe box, firm heel counter and a flexible sole. Buy quality and avoid trendy styles that look flimsy.  Wearing flat sandals, flip flops and other slip-ons on the beach or around the pool is likely okay, but they shouldn't be used for extensive walking or any kind of exercise.  Avoid shoes with heels higher than two inches because it changes the center of gravity and causes strain on the lower back. However, wearing completely level shoes may put too much pressure on your heels, so consider buying shoes that are elevated in the heel by about 1/4 or 1/2 inch. If you are a regular jogger and think that your feet, shoes or running style may be causing your back pain, then get...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Buy shoes that fit properly. Buy supportive shoes. Get an evaluation done before buying runners. Get a pair of custom made orthotics.


A simple beaded bracelet is a great way to begin making handmade bracelets. For this bracelet you will need beads of your choosing, beading wire, wire cutters, crimp beads, jump rings, and a closing clasp. Begin by stringing your beads onto the wire still attached to the spool. Keeping the wire attached to the spool allows you to change your mind about the length of the bracelet as you make it. Keep stringing on beads until you make the bracelet as long as you like. Figure out how much length the clasp and jump ring are going to add to your final product bracelet, take that into consideration, and remove some beads equivalent to that length. Add on a crimp bead and a jump ring to the end of your bracelet. Leave yourself a bit of room on the end of the wire. Take the tag end of the wire and thread it back through the end crimp bead. You want the jump ring to be dangling on the wire loop. Keep threading the wire through the rest of the beads until the jump ring is pulled taut against the wire. Use your crimping pliers to clamp down on the crimp bead and secure the crimp bead.  You can also trim away the excess wire near the crimp bead so you don’t get poked. Repeat this process with the other side of bracelet. Add a clasp to an end of the bracelet. Add a clasp onto one of the end jump rings by using pliers to twist and open a jump ring, and then feed the clasp onto the ring. Close the jump ring, and connect your bracelet together. This same technique can be used with longer wire and more beads to make a simple necklace.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Try making a beaded bracelet. Add beads to your bracelet wire. Determine your bracelet length. Add a jump ring to an end of your bracelet. Secure an end to your bracelet.


A simple first step that you can take is to apologize.  Apologizing shows that you understand what you did and that it broke the trust between you and your parents.  Apologizing can also demonstrate that you want to make changes and do the right thing next time.  Try apologizing to show your understanding of the situation, rebuild trust, and have your privileges restored.  Make sure your apology is genuine. You could try saying something like "Mom, Dad, I want to apologize for what I did.  I get that it was wrong of me and I want to make things right." Having a good understanding of what went wrong can help you build a better apology. Try giving examples that show your understanding of the situation.  For example, you might say "I see now that lying to you earlier was hurtful and makes it hard to trust what I say in the future." If you've caused damage to something, you may need to either fix it or pay for it.  By repairing something or replacing it, you can show that you've taken responsibility for your actions and understand how they damaged trust between you and your parents.  Volunteering to fix or replace something you've damaged can be a good step in rebuilding trust and getting your things back. For example, maybe you broke something you “borrowed” without permission.  Offering to either fix it or buy a replacement can demonstrate your understanding of the situation. Once you know what you can do to build trust again and get your stuff back, it's time to get to work.  Focus on taking actions that you know are allowed by your parents, will demonstrate responsibility, and will build trust.  Try to remember that this is more about your actions and choices, rather than simply getting your things back.   Avoid any outbursts aimed at your parents.  Try to speak respectfully, even if you disagree with something. Be honest with your parents.  Lying to your parents will only cause mistrust and may cause you to lose your things for even longer. Always take responsibility for your actions. Try to follow rules as...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Apologize. Make repayments if necessary. Be careful with your actions and words.


A simple internet search should lead you to an online anagram generator. There are different generators for different needs. Some will spell out phrases while others will spell out alternative names.  The best anagram generators offer a variety of options and filters. Look for a generator with a lot of different filters that you can easily customize. You should be able to find a generator for free. Avoid generators that make you pay a fee. The generator should provide a blank space. Enter your name here. Make sure to enter the name you want to be turned into an anagram. If you're using a nickname, for example, enter that instead of your full name. If your generator has filters, customize it as you want. For example, you can request the generator come up with phrases, business names, or alternative names for your anagram. You can also limit the number of words per phrase or name. Once you've customized the generator, press enter. You should then be presented with a fun list of anagrams to browse.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Find an online anagram generator. Write your name in the generator. Add any filters. Browse the list of anagrams.


A simple linear equation might look like 7x−10=3x−6{\displaystyle 7x-10=3x-6}. Varying terms are numbers like 7x{\displaystyle 7x}, 3x{\displaystyle 3x}, 6y{\displaystyle 6y} or 10z{\displaystyle 10z}, where the number changes depending on what you plug into the variable, or letter. Constant terms are numbers like 10{\displaystyle 10}, 6{\displaystyle 6} or 30{\displaystyle 30}, where the number never changes. Usually, equations won't come with varying terms and constant terms lined up on separate sides. In the example above, the left-hand side (LHS) has both varying and constant terms, as does the right-hand side (RHS). In order to do this, you may have to subtract or add the numbers you want to move from both sides. In the next step, you'll see how to do that in example 1. The equation 16x−5x=32−10{\displaystyle 16x-5x=32-10} does have all the varying terms on one side (LHS), while all the constant terms are on the other side (RHS). It doesn't matter to which side you move the varying terms. In example 1, 7x−10=3x−6{\displaystyle 7x-10=3x-6} can be rearranged by choosing to subtract either 7x{\displaystyle 7x} or 3x{\displaystyle 3x} from both sides. Choosing to subtract 7x{\displaystyle 7x}, you have:(7x−7x)−10=(3x−7x)−6−10=−4x−6{\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}(7x-7x)-10&=(3x-7x)-6\\-10&=-4x-6\end{aligned}}} That is: move the constant terms so that they are on the opposite side of the equation from where the varying terms are. We see that −6{\displaystyle -6} must be subtracted from both sides:−10−(−6)=−4x−6−(−6)−4=−4x{\displaystyle {\begin{aligned}-10-(-6)&=-4x-6-(-6)\\-4&=-4x\end{aligned}}}

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Look at your problem. Check the equation for varying terms and constant terms. Prepare to move the numbers around so that the varying terms are on one side and the constant terms are on the side such as in 16x−5x=32−10{\displaystyle 16x-5x=32-10} (that equation is solved in example 2). Move the varying terms to one side of the equation. Bring all the constant terms onto the other side of the equation.


A simple once-over on your bike should be enough. You should always be prepared for long rides with food, water, and a spare tube. If you don't know how to change a tire, practice one in the safety of your garage before heading out. Right before you get on your bike, check out:   Wheels: Push your tires-- they should be firm. Grip the spokes and make sure they don't bend or feel loose. Spin them and make sure they don't rub against the brakes.  Chain: Rub it with your finger -- a small amount of oil should come off. If not, you should clean and lube your chain.   Brakes: Spin a wheel, then pull the brakes, making sure they stop the wheel instantly. In a perfect world, your feet will be moving at the exact same speed the entire ride, making the same number of revolutions per minute (RPMs) for the entire ride. While this isn't practical, nor advisable in a race, the general principle is the same -- you want to shift so that your feet keep moving freely, not speeding up and slowing down constantly. You'll save energy and keep a more consistent, even pace this way, which is essential over long rides.  You want to aim for 80-90 RPM, meaning your foot makes one and a half full rotations every second. You want to shift before a hill gets difficult, shifting slowly so that your feet can keep moving at the same pace. Learning to descend a hill safely, but quickly, is essential to conserve momentum and shave minutes off of your time. Keep your body loose and relaxed to react quickly to turns or potholes. Grab the drop bars to decrease air resistance. If there are no turns coming, avoid braking -- you'll just lose speed you have to pedal to get back. If there is a turn:  Brake to your comfortable speed before the turn comes -- you don't want to be slowing down as you hit it. Shift into a middle gear -- easy enough to pedal quickly but hard enough that you get some speed on the way out of the turn. Put some weight on the outside pedal (it should be down) and lean your body slightly into the turn. If you're nervous,...

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Always do a pre-ride checklist to spot potential problems before they ruin a ride. Keep your pedal speed consistent to learn proper shifting. Descend fearlessly to maintain speed. Pace yourself wisely up climbs. Pay attention to your front wheel on group rides. Drink and eat like a pro by refueling while your ride.


A simple online search will net tons of results for large companies that will deliver flowers anywhere in the nation. Popular services include 1-800-Flowers, Teleflora, ProFlowers, and FTD. View each company’s website to compare photos of arrangements, prices, and customer satisfaction reviews to determine which service you’d like to use. Using a wire delivery service gives you the option of choosing the arrangement you want to send from a multitude of online photos. This can be helpful if you aren’t sure what kind of flowers to choose, as you’ll get to compare many bouquets and arrangements to each other. Keep in mind that in many cases the actual arrangement looks much different from the photo on the website. To avoid issues like this, your best bet is to use a local florist shop, instead. Online flower shops have a plethora of gifts and extras you can add to your order. You can choose to include a simple note or small balloon, or add larger gifts like a teddy bear, gourmet chocolates, or even a fruit basket. Once you’ve chosen the arrangement you want from the website, simply click on it to add it to your cart. Provide the recipient’s name and address in addition to the requested delivery date. Some sites may require you to register for an account and provide your own personal information. Use a credit or debit card to pay for the order. If you’d prefer, you can call some companies, like 1-800-Flowers, to place your order over the phone. Reach out to the recipient to ensure they received the flowers. Don’t be afraid to ask them about the quality of the arrangement—it’s a good idea to have them send you a picture so you can compare it to the photo of the arrangement you ordered. If the flowers aren’t up to par, contact the online shop and ask them to resolve the issue. In many cases, like if the stems are broken or the blooms are crushed, the shop will send another arrangement free of charge.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Do an online search for national floral delivery. Look through the website to choose an arrangement. Include a note or other gifts, if desired. Place and pay for your order online or over the phone. Ensure the arrangement was delivered as expected.


A simple trap that many bloggers fall into is overloading their writing with keywords. This will lead to fake-sounding content and will actually provide little in the way of extra traffic. This is because as soon as a reader clicks your link and sees a jumbled mess of keywords, they'll most likely leave immediately. This tool will show you what search words are driving people to your site, as well as popular searches on the web. You can also see how long users stay on your page, which is an essential tool for determining how worthy they find your content. Use Analytics to see what your readers are searching for on the web. Use these results to tailor articles specifically towards your readers' interests. Instead of placing keywords all over your article, focus them in the places where they matter most.  Make sure that your Title tag has relevant keywords, as this is the part of your blog that is given the most weight in search engine results. Write a powerful title. The title of your blog post is the second-most important aspect of your blog when determining search engine placement. Anything in the "H1" heading is given more weight in search engine results. Optimize your content, but don't overdo it. Good content will be much more valuable than a collection of keywords. Make sure that your post is well thought out and informative first, and then optimize it for the keywords that suit your content best.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Avoid overuse of keywords. Review your Google Analytics. Design content around what your readers are searching for. Use SEO smartly.


A simple way to improve your drawing skills and develop the discipline it takes to be an accomplished artist is to practice every single day. Set aside time for a daily practice session where you avoid any distractions and focus on improving your drawing ability.  Use the calendar app on your phone or pencil in a time for you to draw on your calendar so you’re committed to a regular practice. Even if it’s only 10 or 15 minutes, make it a daily habit. Put your phone away and put on some calming music to help clear away any distractions. Scheduling your drawing sessions will make it easier for you to plan ahead and set time aside for you to focus on your drawing. A drawing class will help improve your drawing skills by having a teacher that can build up your weaknesses. It will also allow you to work with and watch other people draw, which will improve your observational skills. You’ll also have people to motivate you and keep you accountable to show up and put in the work it takes to improve.  Constructive criticism from teachers and other artists will help you improve your ability. Check with your local university or community college to see if they offer drawing courses you can take. Look online for drawing instructors or classes near you that you can join. Pull out your sketchbook while you’re on the bus or on your lunch break and sketch out a quick little drawing. The more often you draw, the more of a habit it becomes, and the more your drawing skills will improve. It takes a lot of practice to improve your drawing ability. Keeping a notebook and a pen or pencil with you at all times allows you to practice almost anywhere.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Schedule time to draw so you can practice every day. Take a class to keep yourself accountable. Keep a sketchbook with you and draw in it any free moment you have.


A simple way to make legs look longer is to show them off. Wear shorts and short skirts often. The shorter the cut, the longer your legs will look. Straight, horizontal hemlines interrupt the eye as it travels down your leg. Maximize the amount of length you can get from wearing a skirt by choosing an asymmetrical hemline. An asymmetrical hemline will soften the break, allowing the eye to follow smoothly down your legs. Because calves are large muscles, they tend to be the thickest part of a person's legs. When a skirt ends at the calf, it can make even the tallest person look stumpy. Instead, stick to skirts that fall either closer to the ankles or at the knee or above. Wide pants that just graze the top of your foot will make your legs look slender in comparison while creating that long solid line that lengthens their appearance. On the other hand, shorter pants will cut the line equally short. Likewise, pants that touch the ground are a bit too long and will make you seem shorter.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Keep your hems high. Wear skirts with asymmetrical hemlines. Avoid skirts that fall at your calf. Consider pants that are low-hemmed and wide-legged.


A simple way to seem enthusiastic is to ask questions. It shows you're interested and engaged in the moment. And then what happens when you ask questions? People respond and they might say something that actually sparks your interest, if it didn't before. So make the first step! Ask questions, get the ball rolling, and see how it grows from there. It's easy to write off a topic/thing/person as uninteresting, judging a book by its cover, if you will. Resist! If you're tempted, make it a point to pry a bit further. You may find that lifting the veil sparks your curiosity. And that curiosity may lead you to finding something worth being enthusiastic about! . One of the simplest ways to get happy is to start laughing. Start laughing and being happy and enthusiasm will follow. It can naturally put you in a better mood and get the creativity and positivity flowing. After a certain amount of time in an environment, the novelty of it all goes away. You quit noticing what once stopped you dead in your tracks with its beauty. You stop asking questions and wondering. You stop feeling awestruck. When that happens, enthusiasm escapes like grains of sand through your fingers. All of a sudden life is drab and unremarkable. Don't let that happen. Simple things like the beauty of a sunset can bring enthusiasm back. The architecture of your favorite local building. Heck, a group of children building snowmen. When you stop and smell the roses, you just might stop and find what'll keep you going -- what can be downright inspiring. A simple way to start getting awestruck again is to try to new  things. Life can get boring doing the same ol', same ol' -- so mix it up! It's impossible to maintain enthusiasm about something you've been doing year in and year out. And it's ridiculous to expect yourself to be enthusiastic if you don't have an exciting routine! Even the smallest of change-ups can do wonders. Have you been running 3 miles (4.8 km) a day for the past six months? Find a new trail! Start cooking at home. Pick up a hobby....

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Ask questions. Laugh Get awe-ful. Try new things. Keep learning.


A simple, yet elegant way to decorate your home for the Easter holiday is with flowers and plants. Try placing one or more vases of seasonal flowers on tables around your home. You can also create a centerpiece of your favorite seasonal plants and flowers for the dining table.  Try decorating with fresh tulips, which are usually blooming around Easter. If your rose bushes are blooming around Easter, use them to decorate your table. Easter eggs can signify spring and new beginnings, and are perfect for holiday decoration. While you can dye eggs and place them in baskets or bowls around your home, they will spoil quickly if not refrigerated. Instead, use plastic or wooden eggs as decorations. Try placing a basket of Easter eggs on your kitchen counter or in your entryway. Animal figurines are a great way to add some Easter flair to your home’s interior. Try placing one on a table in the entryway of your home. You can also place a larger figurine near your door. It’s fun to send and receive greeting cards during the Easter season. Instead of throwing them away or recycling them, try hanging several Easter cards on your refrigerator. They can help up the ante on your home’s Easter vibe. You can also add some Easter-themed flair to your home with Easter bunnies. Try placing a plush pastel Easter bunny on the couch. You could also place a plastic Easter bunny on the back of the toilet, or on a chair in a kitchen corner. A great way to maximize the return on your chocolate bunnies is to use them as decorations in the days or weeks before Easter. Try placing several wrapped chocolate bunnies in a basket. Then place the basket on the kitchen counter, and entryway table, or a side table in the living room.  You can also arrange unwrapped chocolate bunnies on a cake stand. Do not decorate with chocolate bunnies if you have small children or pets. A wonderful way to decorate for Easter is by setting a festive table. Try using brightly colored dishes and a simple centerpiece of seasonal flowers. You can also use white...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Decorate the table with seasonal plants and flowers. Use Easter eggs to decorate the inside of your home. Place duck or chicken figurines in your entryway. Hang Easter cards on your refrigerator. Put Easter bunnies in eye-catching places. Decorate with chocolate bunnies. Set a festive Easter table.


A sincere “I’m sorry” is the first thing you need to say to your parents once you are calm and understand why you got grounded. Apologizing shows that you know you did something wrong and are ready to start earning back your parents’ trust and get your freedom back.  Don’t just say you’re sorry because that’s what your parents want to hear. Make sure you offer a sincere apology and admit that you know you did something wrong. Say something like, “I know what I did was wrong and I’m sorry. I want to learn from my mistake and improve my behavior. I’m really sorry and I hope you can forgive me.” Ask your parents to sit down and talk honestly about what happened. Tell them you are committed to changing your attitude and behavior and ask them what you can do to fix the situation and earn their trust back. For example, you can say something like, “Can we sit down and talk about what happened and why I got grounded? I know I was wrong and I want to work on changing my behavior so it doesn’t happen again in the future.” Your bad behavior or mistakes are sometimes the result of a bigger issue, which doesn’t make it ok, but there are 2 sides to every story. It’s important that your parents know what is going on in your life so that they can help you resolve any issues.  For example, if you are getting bad grades because you don’t get along with a teacher or you are finding a particular subject difficult, you need to tell your parents so that you can figure out how to get through the situation or get the help you need. If you acted out in anger because somebody was bullying you, then this is another thing your parents need to know so you can prevent the situation from getting worse. Start by saying, “I need to tell you about a problem I’ve been having.” Talk with your parents about specific actions you can take to change what got you grounded in the first place and get ungrounded. Try to make it a two-sided conversation to come up with a compromise that works for both you and your parents.  For example, if you got...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Apologize to your parents. Discuss the problem maturely with your parents. Explain your side of the situation to your parents. Make a plan with your parents to improve your behavior.


A single “=” is used to declare a variable and assign a value to it. You can use this to set a variable to null.  A value of “0” and null are not the same and will behave differently. variableName = null; A “==” is used to check that the two values on either side are equal. If you set a variable to null with “=” then checking that the variable is equal to null would return true.  variableName == null; You can also use “!=” to check that a value is NOT equal. The result of the expression will be a boolean (true or false) value. You can use the boolean value as a condition for what the statement does next. For example, if the value is null, then print text “object is null”. If “==” does not find the variable to be null, then it will skip the condition or can take a different path.   Object object = null ; if ( object == null ) { System.out.print ( "object is null "); }

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use “=” to define a variable. Use “==” to check a variable’s value. Use an “if” statement to create a condition for the null.


A slab with an uneven face (top surface) would work great for a rustic side table. A slab that is going to be used as a writing desk will need a smoother finish and perfectly-flat face. You don't need to finish sanding both the top and bottom faces. Build a jig to fit your slab first. Use a power sander with a 60- or 80-grit to smooth the face down. Keep sanding until you get marks, but don't sand it smooth yet. You can flatten the bottom of the slab too for a nicer finish. Trace the keys onto the wood with a marking knife. Lift them away, then carve the shapes out with a chisel. Glue the keys into the holes with clear 2-part epoxy. Let the epoxy cure, trim the keys until they are flush with the face, then sand them smooth.  Butterfly keys are blocks of wood shaped like bowties. Use a block plane or a powder sander to trim the keys. Use a sanding block or sandpaper to sand the eyes. If there is a split in the underside of the slab, you should install butterfly keys too. Sometimes, small pieces of bark will get trapped within the wood as the tree grows. You should scrape these inclusions out. You can leave resulting voids hollow for a rustic finish, or you can fill them in with a clear or tinted epoxy; do not use an opaque epoxy, however, or it won't look natural. You are doing this after you sand the faces because some pieces of trapped bark may not get revealed until after you sand them.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Decide how much you want to flatten and smooth the surface. Flatten the face with a plunge router to your desired smoothness. Stabilize any splits in the face with butterfly keys. Clean out any loose bark trapped within the wood.


A sliding scale, sometimes known as a cryptograph, takes our traditional alphabet and slides it in one direction, giving each letter a newly assigned code letter. The simplest way to do this is to slide the entire alphabet down a single letter. This means that A will be represented by B, B by C, until Z will eventually be represented by A.  You can go beyond this single move, however, and slide the alphabet down multiple places. This will make your code more advanced, as a one letter slide can be cracked fairly easily. You can also slide the alphabet backwards. This requires a bit more planning, however, as you'll have to work from the latter side of the alphabet, move past Z, and then start from A. This strategy is also known as "ROT1," which stands for "rotate one letter forward." You can apply this to more advanced scales if you would like. ROT2, for example, would stand for "rotate two letters forward." Start by writing out your message in one rectangular block, moving one row at time.You'll want to preplan this a bit, as each row should be as close to even, in its length, as possible. It may not line up perfectly, however. Once you've written out your blocks, move vertically down each column. Each vertical column will be its own word of a nearly equal length, if you've planned your rows evenly. When decoding these messages, write your code words as individual columns again, and you'll be able read the message in row form again. The Pigpen Code, often referred to as to masonic cipher, is one of the most advanced codes to write within. Make sure that you write it out clearly in an organized fashion, as you'll want to be returning into it when you're writing and decoding these messages.Draw your two major grids. One will look like a tic-tac-toe board, and the other will look like a massive X. You'll fill in the thirteen holes of the two grids with two letters each. Compare the codes for A and B. Both will have the same major shape, but B, because it's the second letter in the box, gets a dot attached to it....

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Alter your language with a sliding scale. Work with the Block Cipher method. Master the Pigpen Code.


A small pond is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to start a small fish hatchery, for either personal use or local sales.  Still, it will likely cost at least a few thousand dollars to get a pond-based hatchery up and running. Further, the size of your pond and the climate where you live will determine which fish will be most viable for you to raise.  Municipal water is often okay to fill an artificial pond, though pumping water from a natural body of water near your home may be preferable. Make sure that you are not violating any laws or regulations by manipulating any natural bodies of water or watersheds by checking with your local fish, wildlife and environmental regulatory agencies. In areas where ponds may freeze, you can pump and cycle water through an artificial heater to keep the pond warm and liquid-enough for fish to survive in.  Cold climates, however, will substantially increase the cost of operation and the risk involved in running your hatchery. When stocking your pond with fingerlings, use the capacity of your pond to determine the number of fish it can safely hold.  Depending on the type of fish you choose to raise, maintain the pond at a certain size and depth. Take extreme care not to overcrowd the pond, as water quality and fish health can rapidly deteriorate in an overcrowded body of water. Aquatic plants are very helpful for multiple reasons.  In an immediate sense, they provide cover for your fish during the day.  Furthermore, plants help keep a pond ecologically balanced and will make a small pond a fish-raising haven with very little effort on your part. Determine the types of plants to include in your pond based on the type of fish you plan to raise, as well the types of plants that grow naturally in ponds in your area. Another benefit of backyard pond hatcheries is that you can likely feed your fish less often, since your fish will be able to eat plants and insects.  Even for rapid growth and a quick harvest, you’ll only have to feed your fish once in a while.  Be careful not to...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Dig your own pond. Stock the pond according to its size. Balance your pond to minimize the need for management. Feed your pond fish depending on several factors. Farm fish via cage culturing. Build a flow-through hatchery.


A smaller boat shouldn’t require much time to inspect, while a larger craft could take hours. There are several trouble spots you should be mindful of as you look it over:  Making sure the boat engine is in working order if you’re purchasing a motorboat. Checking the bilge to ensure that it isn’t full of water, which can collect during storms. The owner may include a manual or automatic bilge pump with the boat. Ensuring that the steering and throttle are fully functional. Having the electrical components checked to make sure they are working as they should. Inspecting the hull and siding and looking for any wear, damage or other problems (this should be done out of water.) Confirming that the propeller and propeller shaft work properly. Making sure the rigging, hardware, and sails are functioning well if you’re buying a sailboat. Some of the above concerns may only be addressed through a trial run. Most reputable boat sellers will allow for this, as it can only enhance the odds of making a successful sale. Be sure to address each of your concerns individually. For example, check the steering by making left and right turns, or adjust the motor to different speeds to ensure that it is working properly. If you’re satisfied with what you see, you should either agree to pay the listed price or take your chances at negotiating for a lower one. Some sellers are firm in their valuation (and will often say so in their ads), but many are willing to at least entertain an offer. It is ultimately the seller’s decision. Don’t be afraid to ask for help preparing the boat for transport if you have arranged to do so yourself. The chances are promising that the seller will be in a good mood, having unloaded a major burden. Double check to make sure the boat is completely secure before leaving the premises.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Inspect the boat. Take the boat for a test spin. Work out a payment arrangement. Complete the transaction.


A smile will automatically transform your face, making you look happier and friendlier. Try to smile at everyone, whether you know them personally or not. Smile at people as you pass them in the hall, while you’re eating at lunch, and when you answer questions from your teacher in class. Smiling will automatically help improve your mood and make you feel happier, too! . No matter who you’re talking to — friends, teachers, or other peers who you don’t know — use your best manners and show respect. This can be as simple as making eye contact with people when they’re talking to you or saying please and thank you.  Greet people with a smile when speaking to them. Being polite also means avoiding language that hurts others and actively listening when someone is talking to you. Be polite and show respect to your teachers by showing up on time for class and not talking to other students when a teacher is talking. You want to make people feel comfortable walking up and talking to you, especially if they’re not already your friend. Smile and greet people who you talk to, making sure that you’re engaged and paying attention to what they’re saying. Use friendly body language, such as having your body facing the person you’re talking to and giving them your full attention by putting your phone away. It's important to create strong friendships and bonds with other people through socializing. This can be simply chatting with someone about their weekend in the hallway, or talking to a group during lunch.  After-school activities are a great way to get to know other people and to show others your unique and cute personality. You don't have to constantly be chatting with people — it's more important to form meaningful relationships. Cute girls don’t just hang out with their best friends. Being kind to everyone not only makes people like you, but it makes you feel good as well. While it's great to say hello to people in the hall, simply smiling and being yourself when people approach you is great too.  If one of your...

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Smile as often as possible. Be polite Make yourself approachable. Socialize with others. Be a friend to everyone.


A smile will immediately brighten your entire look, making it a simple way to help attract your crush. Try to smile more often when you’re around your crush, even if you’re not directly talking to them. It will make you look and feel naturally happier!  Smile at your crush if you see them in the hallway, or give them a smile when talking to them about their weekend plans. If you're texting your crush or using social media, try sending them a smiley face symbol or emoji. When your crush looks at you, hold their gaze for a few seconds before looking away. This extra eye contact hints that you like them, and it may stir up feelings inside of them too.  If you’re talking to your crush, look into their eyes as you’re speaking. If your crush notices you looking at them, hold the eye contact for a few seconds and give them a smile. This shows that you’re interested in what they’re saying or doing. Whether you’re sitting across from them at a table or standing a few feet from one another, try to lean towards them a couple inches to show that you’re engaged.  For example, if you’re sitting in class at separate desks, lean your body towards them when asking your crush a question or telling them about your day. Pointing your body towards someone is a signal that you’re attracted to them. You’ll look more attractive and confident if you have great posture. Sit or stand up straight with your shoulders relaxed and back, and avoid crossing your arms in front of you. Avoid hunching over when you’re walking or sitting at a table.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Smile as often as possible. Hold eye contact to show your interest. Lean in when you’re talking to them. Pay attention to your posture.


A smooth recovery from your current abscess is your best chance at preventing future abscesses.  Schedule a surgical procedure to drain the abscess. Typically, this is a same-day procedure. Have someone close to you, like a family member or friend, available to drive you home.  You might be drowsy from anesthesia or pain medication, so a ride is absolutely necessary. As soon as you know when your procedure will take place, find an available person to give you a ride home. Ask them to pick up any prescriptions and help you get comfortable at home. Schedule an appointment for your doctor to check your wound. Typically, they will want to see you in about 6 weeks, but in some cases might want to recheck you in 2-3 weeks. It’s a good idea to schedule the follow up as soon as possible so that your doctor’s schedule doesn’t fill up.  At the follow-up appointment, your doctor will check to make sure your wound is healing nicely. They will also check to make sure an anal fistula hasn’t occurred. A fistula is a small tunnel that goes from the anus to an open area in the skin close to the anus. These often occur because of a previous abscess. Unfortunately, almost 50% of people will have a fistula after the abscess surgery.  You can’t prevent a fistula, but you can decrease the likelihood by following your post-op instructions precisely. Wash the area at least twice a day with a mild soap and warm water to keep it clean. Wear a soft maxi pad or sterile gauze in your underwear to collect any discharge from the healing abscess. The padding will also help you feel more comfortable. Change your pad or gauze if it's soiled, or at least twice a day, to keep the area clean and free of discharge. You’ll be able to move around, but you should make sure to not really exert yourself for several days after your procedure. Don’t lift anything too heavy (probably not heavier than a full backpack) and don’t do any exercise. However, make sure to walk around during the day to keep your circulation going.  Depending on your job, you can...

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Ask a friend or family member to take you home from the hospital. Make a follow-up appointment to check your wound in 6 weeks. Keep the incision area clean and padded. Avoid heavy lifting or exercise for 1 week after surgery. Ask your doctor about a laxative for easier bowel movements.


A soft black will look more like a dark brown than an actual black, especially if you hold up a piece of black clothing next to it. As far as hair goes, however, "soft black" is still considered black, and will look the most natural. This is the safest color to start out with. If you want your hair to be darker, you can always dye it darker later on. Because of how dark it is, this black can look unnatural, especially if your skin is fair. Some deep blacks will even include tints of other colors, such as blue or purple. They will look pitch black under most lights, but in the sunlight, they may look blueish or purplish. If you aren't sure how a color will look on you, head over to a wig shop and try on some wigs in that color. If you bought your dye in a kit, it will contain everything you need: developer, dye, conditioner, gloves, etc. Otherwise, you'll need a tube of dye and a bottle of 10 volume developer. You should also get gloves, a tinting brush, and a non-metal bowl. Most dye kits come with instructions, but if you lost yours, don't worry, it's pretty self-explanatory. Pour the dye into the larger bottle containing the developer. Close the developer bottle, then shake it to mix the dye. Break or cut off the plug at the tip of the bottle. If your hair is past your shoulders, it would be a good idea to prepare 2 boxes of hair dye. This will ensure that you have enough to cover all your hair. Pour enough 10 volume developer to saturate your hair into a non-metal bowl. Add an equal amount of dye, then stir the 2 ingredients together with a non-metal spoon or a tinting brush. Keep stirring until the color is consistent and no streaks remain.  Plan on using about 2 ounces (57 g) of developer. If you have very long or thick hair, you may want to use 4 ounces (113 g) of developer instead. Using a non-metal bowl, such as glass or plastic, is important; metal may react with the dye and change the color. You need to apply a protein filler because when you bleach your hair, you strip it of pigment. This means...

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Choose a soft black if you want a natural look. Try a deep black if you'd prefer a gothic look. Pick up dye and volume 10 developer if you are not using a boxed kit. Prepare your dye according to the instructions if you're using a kit. Mix the dye and developer in a non-metal bowl if you aren't using a kit. Add a protein filler to the dye if you have bleached hair.


A soft microfiber washcloth works well, but a clean paper towel will also work. Place the cloth or paper towel under clean running water to get it wet and then gently wring it out to remove excess water. The cloth or paper towel should be damp but not dripping. You can purchase a soap specifically designed for leather, or you can use the mildest soap you have in your home. Put some soap on the cloth and rub it together, creating a lather on the cloth.  For example, saddle soap is a good option for your leather gloves as it cleans the leather while also protecting it. You can purchase a soap like this at a big box store or online. Try to work the soap into the leather using the cloth, rubbing very gently so as not to ruin the exterior. Pay special attention to the dirty areas of each of your gloves. It may be easier if you put on one of your gloves and clean it with the cloth using the other hand. Dampen another cloth or paper towel just as you did with the first one, wringing it out so that it’s not dripping. Use this to gently remove the dirt and soap from the gloves with repeated rubbing motions. Make sure you get all of the soap off of each of your gloves. If you notice that there are still some dirt spots on one or both of your gloves, use a sudsy cloth to rub the dirt away gently. Use another clean damp cloth to remove the soap again.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Dampen a paper towel or clean cloth. Use a mild soap to create a lather with the cloth. Rub the leather gloves with the sudsy cloth gently. Use a clean, damp cloth to remove the soap and dirt. Repeat the process if dirt still remains on the gloves.


A solid resume is an invaluable marketing tool. Before graduation, compile a solid resume that you can use to market yourself as you seek out entry level work.  Formatting in a resume should be consistent. If you use bullet points to explain your experience for one job, use bullet points to talk about the next job. Keep font sizes and choices consistent. Go for easily legible fonts over flowery, cursive types.  Make sure you include your e-mail, address, full name, and a link to your personal website if you have one.  Word your experience is an impressive terms as possible. If you worked as a sales associate at Macy's during college, for example, don't say, "Helped customers pick out clothes." Instead, say something like, "Advised customers on a wide array of stylistic options provided by the Macy's corporation, providing polite and informative feedback on product choices." You can find a list of resume buzzwords online that can help you phrase your resume. A fun resume design can help set your resume apart. You can look up lists of creative resume designs online for inspiration. If you're applying for a job in a more creative firm, a fun resume can really bolster your chances of landing an interview. Take advantage of the resources at your college while you're still a student. Have a career adviser look over your resume and give you feedback. Go to any resume workshops provided by your college. Once you've graduated, use your resume to find entry level experience. Usually a year of experience is required for a human resources manager position so be on the lookout for jobs in business, manager, and human resources. You'll have to work your way up to become an HR manager.  Go to any job fairs offered by your college. Be sure to hand out your resume to any recruiters. Networking is often key to finding a job.  Talk to past colleagues. Tell your old supervisors from work and internship experience you're looking for a job. Talk to old professors. Let fellow graduates who've found work know you're on the job hunt....

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Write a resume. Seek an entry level position. Practice solid interview skills. Consider a master's degree.


A solid yoga practice includes setting an intention. By taking a few seconds to dedicate your practice to something or someone, you may have a more fulfilling practice. Throughout your practice, bring your mind back to your intention. Notice how your intention relates to your practice. Use your intention as a focal point and place of inquiry.  Lightly touch the bases of your palms, then the palms themselves, and finally your fingers to make prayer hands. You can leave a small space between your palms if you like to let energy flow. If you don’t know what your intention is, consider something as simple as “letting go.” After you feel comfortable with your yoga practice, try extending the duration of your practice by holding each pose a bit longer and flowing seamlessly between asanas. Add new and more challenging poses as you are able. Many yoga classes are between 60 and 90 minutes, so you could set your practice around that length. You may want to strengthen the intensity of your practice as you become comfortable with your routine. This can be done easily by holding each pose a little longer and by challenging yourself to sink deeper into challenging poses.  Poses that involve lunges or squats can be taken a bit lower. You can vary the speed of transitions between asanas to create more intensity. You can also integrate more difficult asanas from each of the four types of poses. For example, you may want to try tripod headstand (Sirsasana II) instead of regular headstand. One of the best ways to deepen your yoga practice is to increase the number of days you practice.  You can safely build up to 5-7 days per week.  If you make yoga a part of your daily routine, its positive effects can benefit your physical and mental health. Many people like to begin and their practice with a chanting mantra or meditation session. A mantra is a Vedic hymn, word, or phrase repeated and used as a focal point for meditation. This can help dismiss distracting thoughts, focus on your breath and energy, and raise your awareness...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Set an intention. Lengthen the time of your practice. Intensify your practice. Increase the frequency of your practice. Start with meditation. Integrate new goals. Keep moving forward.


A sore muscle soak is more that just running a hot bath for yourself; it also involves ingredients that can help to nourish and revitalize your sore muscles. These ingredients include:  1 cup Epsom salt. This is also known as Magnesium Sulfate. Epsom salt is high in magnesium. Magnesium helps the body regulate over 325 enzymes and plays an important role in organizing many bodily functions like muscle control, electrical impulses, energy production and elimination of harmful toxins. ¼ cup Sea salt. Sea salt is alkaline, or basic, which means that  it helps to lower the acidity of the body. It also reduces lactic acid build up in your sore muscles. ¼ cup Baking soda. Baking soda is also known as sodium bicarbonate. It provides a naturally alkaline substance with a reputation for helping to remove toxins from muscles. 3 drops eucalyptus essential oil. Eucalyptus essential oil is commonly used to stimulate mental activity and increase blood flow to the brain. 3 drops rosemary essential oil. Rosemary essential oil is known to stimulate blood circulation, which can relieve pain from sprains and joint aches. When running your bath, check the temperature of the water regularly to make sure that it is not too hot. Soaking in hot water that is too hot can irritate your skin or even cause burns. Pouring the mixture into the tub while it is still filling up with water will help to mix the ingredients into your bathwater. At the same time, the stream created by the hot water will not be scented with the essential oils, which can make even your pre-bath experience more relaxing and rejuvenating. Get into the tub and let your muscles be replenished by the water. Consider putting on some music or reading your book to make it even more of a luxurious experience. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes and then towel off. Think about taking a sore muscle bath three times a week, or more if you work out every day.

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Mix all of the ingredients into a bowl before you add them to the tub. Fill your bathtub with hot water. Pour the mixture into the tub while the water is still running. Soak in your sore muscle bath.


A splash is a measurement that is fairly subjective. You can standardize it slightly by counting to 1 while you pour your splash of whatever ingredient the recipe calls for. You can add more or less if you choose to do so. If you are uncertain, pour a small amount of your ingredient and taste it. Add more if you think it needs it. Cocktails often call for splashes of citrus juices, simple syrups, and berry juices.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Count to 1 while you pour for a splash of something.