Even if you have a high-quality blender or food processor, you don’t want to risk damaging your equipment by throwing four whole carrots in there. Cut your carrots into manageable chunks before breaking them down into a juice. Any food processor or blender should work fine with 1 to 2 inch chunks of carrot.

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Even if you have the smallest suspicion that you have a venomous snake on your property, you must avoid entering its proximity. You might not want to leave the snake completely alone, as it could travel to another place in your home, but you should not attempt to get close to it. If the snake is mobile, however, and you worry that your presence might provoke it, evacuate the area and call Animal Control. Only take this risk if you're certain the snake is not venomous. You shouldn't try to push the snake with the broom. Simply open the door and attempt guide it out softly. Because the snake's presence in your home is most likely completely accidental, it might be trying to get out itself. A heavy blanket or laundry hamper is best for this. If the snake is agitated, it will calm down soon after being covered. When it can't see you or its surroundings, the snake will feel less at risk. Placing heavy objects around the edge of the blanket will prevent the snake from slipping out from underneath it and moving elsewhere. This will buy you some time to deal with it accordingly. If you're still not positive that the snake isn't venomous, do not, under any circumstance, attempt to move it. Be sure to wear some sort of hand protection, either gloves or oven mitts, before handling a snake. Approach the snake slowly, being careful not to scare it.   The best way to hold a snake is directly under its belly, near the tail. Inch your hand underneath its body, keeping a solid, but not overly firm grip. You don't want to injure the snake by squeezing too hard. Let it slither in your hands a bit, as this will make it feel more comfortable. Walk it away from your property and release it safely into nature. If you've trapped the snake under a blanket or other cloth material, you can scoop it up and transport it outside that way. Still be cautious about holding it too tightly, especially as you can't see its movement. The best solution is to call Wildlife control, it's an especially good solution if you don't want to handle the...

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Create a safe distance between you and the snake. Open the door and guide the snake out with a broom. Restrict the snake's motion. Transport the snake outside. Call Animal Control and ask them to send an expert to collect the snake. Leave the snake alone.


Even if you immediately regret something, an apology may not be effective if it comes in the middle of a highly emotional situation. For example, if you are still in the middle of an argument, your apology may not be effective. This is because it is very hard to meaningfully listen to others when we’re overcome with negative emotion. Wait until you have both cooled off before making your apology.  Additionally, if you apologize while your emotions are rushing, you may have trouble conveying sincerity. Waiting until you have collected yourself will help you say what you mean to say and make sure that your apology is meaningful and complete. Just don’t wait too long. Waiting days or weeks to apologize can do damage too.  In professional settings, it’s a good idea to make your apology as soon after the mistake as possible. This will help avoid interrupting the flow of work in your workplace. It’s much easier to convey sincerity when you make your apology in person. Much of our communication is nonverbal, through things such as body language, facial expressions, and gestures. Whenever possible, apologize in person. If apologizing in person isn't an option, use the telephone. The tone of your voice will help communicate that you're sincere. Apologizing is often a very personal act. Finding a quiet, private place to apologize will help you focus on the other person and avoid distractions. Choose a space that feels relaxing, and make sure you have enough time to not feel rushed. Rushed apologies are often ineffective. This is because an apology must perform several tasks. You must fully acknowledge your offense, explain what happened, express your regret, and show that you will do differently in the future. You should also choose a time when you will not feel rushed or stressed. If you’re thinking about everything else you still have to do, your focus will not be on the apology, and the other person will feel that distance.

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Find the right time. Do it in person. Choose a quiet or private setting for the apology. Make sure you have enough time to have a complete conversation.


Even if you just want to capture a portion of the screen, you'll be able to do so easily using Snip & Sketch.  Snip & Sketch is an updated version of the original Snipping Tool for Windows 10. As long as you've updated your computer to at least version 1809 (February 2019), you'll have the tool on your computer.  See How to Update Windows to learn how to get the latest Windows updates. You can open it by typing snip into the Windows search bar and clicking Snip & Sketch in the search results. You can also open the tool by press ⊞ Win+⇧ Shift+S. It's the blue button near the top-left corner of Snip & Sketch. Four icons will appear at top of the screen. If you used the keyboard shortcut you can skip this step. Hover the mouse cursor over each icon to see what type of screenshot it represents, then click your selection to take a screenshot.   Rectangular snip: This option lets you capture a section of the screen by drawing a rectangle around it. After you draw your shape, a preview of the screenshot will appear in the tool.  Freeform snip: This lets you capture any part of the screen in any shape by tracing freehand. After you draw your shape, a preview of the screenshot will appear in the tool.  Window snip: Use this tool if you want to capture a single window. After clicking the button, click the window you want to capture to take the photo and view the preview.  Fullscreen snip: Captures the entire screen and displays a preview in the tool. Snip & Sketch comes with several editing tools you can use to modify or mark the image before saving.  Click the finger with a piece of string tied around it to freehand draw on the image. You can then select a drawing/writing tool and color at the top of the screen and draw text or shapes as needed. Click the eraser icon to erase part any mistakes you make while drawing. Click the ruler icon to display a ruler along the top of the screen. Click the crop icon (a square with a line through it) to preserve part of the image while trimming the rest. It's near the top-right...

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Arrange your screen how you'd like it to appear in the screenshot. Open Snip & Sketch. Click New. Select a type of screenshot to take. Edit the screenshot (optional). Click the disk icon to save your screenshot. Select a save location and click Save.


Even if you know that you are going to say when a coworker approaches you, it is respectful hear them out. Being rude only builds enemies. Let your coworker finish talking before making your response. After they are done talking, allow a respectful pause to follow before giving a polite “no.” There is no reason for you to be rude to your coworker. You are already telling them “no,” which is hard enough for most people to hear. Apologizing for not being able to help your coworker is polite, and so is smiling and having a good attitude. You can try statements like, “I’m so sorry that I couldn’t help you this time.” An extension of being polite is explaining why you are saying no. You don’t have to give an explanation, but doing so helps the other person not feel quite so disappointed or upset. Giving an explanation may also ensure that you will continue to have a pleasant work environment.  Avoid lying in your explanation. Tell your coworker the real reason you can’t help them. Making up prior engagements or projects that don’t exist does not respect your coworker. This also ruins your credibility and damages your reputation. Say something like, “I really can’t help with that project today because of a prior engagement I scheduled after work.” In order to prevent your coworker from feeling further upset, make sure you make your refusal all about yourself. Say things like, “I’m sorry I can’t help. It’s my fault that I’m behind on this other project that prevents me from having time to help you.” Keeping your refusal limited to things that are your responsibility can prevent your coworker from getting angry. Don’t tell your coworker that they are lazy or that it’s their fault they need help now. Since you can’t help today, maybe you can help another day. Offer your coworker alternatives to the request they have made if it doesn’t fit your time schedule. For example, if they help today but you aren’t free from a current project until Friday, offer to help them on Friday. Alternatives can feel like less of a...

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Listen to your coworker. Be polite. Explain yourself. Use “I” statements. Offer an alternative.


Even if you moved in close before the kiss, you might still have an “A-frame” of space in between you, meaning that your chests are close together but your hips are miles away. You can make a bite to the lip even more sensual by simultaneously pressing your hips up against your kissing partner's hip when you nibble on his or her lower lip. The most sexually intimate parts of your body are below the waist. Even if you do not plan on going any further than kissing, pressing your bodies together below the waist can trigger a greater level of physiological desire, which can make your make-out session even better than it already was. Instead of keeping your hands in one place, like at the back of your kissing partner's head or neck, you should let them roam over his or her body a bit. Exactly where you let your hands roam will depend on how intimate you and your partner are willing to get at this point, so keep that in mind as you figure out where to place your hands. If you and your kissing partner are already at a fairly passionate level of intimacy, you can incorporate other subtle applications of aggressiveness. For instance, you can rake your fingers through your partner's hair or down the side of the neck and back. Just keep in mind that the idea is to heighten the sense of connection between you, not to cause pain or draw blood. Lip balm offers two benefits. The first benefit is that it makes your lips softer in the long run, thereby making them more enjoyable to kiss. The second benefit is that a flavored or scented lip balm can intensify the kiss for your partner by engaging more of his or her senses, especially if you choose the right flavor.  Sweet flavors and minty flavors are the best to choose from. Sweet flavors, like strawberry, can activate the taste buds toward the front of the tongue that respond to sweetness. As a result, when you kiss in between nibbles, your kissing partner's sense of taste will really kick in. Similarly, the menthol in mint flavors can cause the body's cold receptors to kick...

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Press your hips together. Let your hands roam. Consider applying lip balm before you kiss. Take care of your lips and mouth.


Even if you only have one rabbit, getting it fixed can improve the health and personality of your bunny. If you keep more than one rabbit, it’s essential that they each be desexed. Getting your rabbit desexed provides the following benefits:  Reduces the risk of certain cancers, especially reproductive cancers Decreases aggression Makes the rabbit a better companion Makes litter training easier Eliminates spraying in male rabbits Allows rabbits to safely live in pairs Reduces unwanted litters Your bunny’s testicles will start descend when it’s around 2- to 3-months-old. At this point, you can take it to the vet to get neutered. Desexing it early will help prevent your rabbit from developing aggressive, territorial behaviors, like biting, growling, or spraying. Separate male and female rabbits once the testicles start to descend. Don’t put them back together until the male has healed from his neutering. Your female rabbit will start to reach sexual maturity at 4 months. However, your vet may wait until your rabbit is 6 months old to make the surgery safer. Discuss the benefits of waiting with your vet to help you make the right decision for your pet.

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Recognize the benefits of getting your rabbit spayed or neutered. Neuter a male dwarf rabbit at as early as 8 to 12 weeks of age. Spay a female dwarf rabbit between 4 and 8 months of age.


Even if you only used a towel lightly, you should hang it up to dry in an area with good air flow, away from steam. Spread it out so there are no bunches and each part of the towel dries evenly. Proper drying after uses reduces the chance of mildew and increases the towel's life span. Do not hang one towel over another if either of them are still damp. Each towel needs to be fully exposed to air for proper drying. The longer you let your towels sit around wet, the more chance mildew has to grow on your towels. Dry the towels immediately after you're done washing them to keep them clean. Note that hanging up a towel to dry may take several hours in humid or cold conditions, but as long as they are spread out in an area with good air flow they should be fine. Most towels are made from cotton and should be dried at high heat. Linen towels and towels with a fragile decorative trim should be dried at a cool setting when using a machine.  Always remove lint from the lint trap before starting your dryer. A build up of lint could cause a fire. You do not need to sort towels by color when using a dryer. You may include them in a dryer load with other items, but there's the possibility a towel will trap a piece of clothing and prevent it from drying. Keeping towels in the dryer after they are already dry will damage the fibers and weaken your towel. Check on small loads before the cycle is finished, simply by opening the door. If they're already done, cancel the drying cycle and remove the towels. If your towels are slightly damp at the end of a drying cycle, it may be more economical to hang them up to dry as described below instead of running your dryer again. If you do start another drying cycle, check on it halfway through to see if the towels are dry. Dryer sheets are used to soften your clothing. Much like fabric softener, dryer sheets will create a waxy finish on your towels that interferes with their ability to absorb water. If you still want to use dryer sheets for softer, fluffier towels, limit yourself to...

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Hang towels up to dry after each use. Dry towels immediately after washing. If using a dryer, set it to according to towel material. Do not put the towels in the dryer longer than necessary. Use dryer sheets sparingly. Hang clothes in an airy, warm location to dry. . Only store your towels when they are completely dry.


Even if you plan to do most of your work on your computer, you still need a range of basic writing utensils for class time and study time.  Buy blue or black ball-point pens and pencils for taking notes and filling in exam papers. Get highlighters to help you study. Invest in a couple of permanent markers and a bottle of white-out. Folders and notebooks are essentials, but there are a few other supplies that could come in handy that may not be quite as obvious.  Consider buying a three-ring binder and a hole punch to help you stay organized, as well as subject dividers and loose-leaf paper. Buy a book bag or messenger bag that you can carry from class to class. The desk in your dorm room will need to hold a large number of supplies and papers, so buy tools and supplies that can help you keep everything in order—including your sanity.  Consider buying: Sticky notes Personal organizer or calender Dictionary and thesaurus Calculator Rubber bands, a ruler, scissors, a stapler and staples, thumbtacks, and tape If you do not have one already, you should really consider buying a computer. Most of your classes will require you to type and print papers, and a computer can also help you with research and entertainment.  Aside from a computer, check into buying:  Printer Printer paper Ink cartridges Flash drive   Find out if your campus has computer labs equipped with printers. If so, you might be able to skip the printer and save yourself the cost. Protect your tech. Buy surge protectors to protect your computer from any unexpected electrical surges. You can also consider buying an external hard drive so you can periodically back up the contents of your hard drive.

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Stock up on writing utensils. Buy supplies that keep your notes organized. Keep your dorm desk organized. Invest in a good computer and other tech supplies.


Even if you plan to make your final purchase online, it’s extremely important that you lie down at least once on the mattress you intend to buy. Mattress stores will allow you to test their beds by hopping on and getting comfortable, so take advantage. Give yourself ample time to fully experience the mattress. Try moving around and lying in various positions. Many memory foam mattresses are made specifically to suit back, side, or stomach sleepers, and it’s important that you test these labels. Some beds will also inhibit your movement, and you’ll want to know this before you buy. Learn exactly what will be required of you when you have a warranty issue. What counts as an issue covered by the warranty? Will you be responsible for packaging and shipping the mattress? Most importantly, how long has the manufacturer been in business? A lifetime warranty from a company that's only been in business for a short while is probably worthless. Most warranties will cover problems with the mattress that appear to be manufacturer related. Warranties will rarely cover damage caused by you or by normal wear and tear. You should be able to test out your memory foam mattress to see if you have any issues or don’t like the feel of the material. These trials generally last between two weeks and a month. Be sure you understand the return policy in case you end up not liking the mattress. The company will likely require the mattress to be in as-new condition at the end of the trial period if you choose to return the product. Any damage to the mattress will almost certainly prevent you from making a return.

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Visit a local mattress store. Spend at least twenty minutes with each option. Read the warranty information carefully. Ask your salesperson for a trial period.


Even if you purchased the condoms recently, check the expiration date before you use one. If the condom has expired, then do not use it. An expired condom is more likely to break than one that is in date. There should be no tears or holes in the package. If there is a hole in the wrapper, the condom may have dried out, rendering it ineffective and likely to break. You should feel a little bit of air resistance from inside the package. This means the package has not been torn or punctured and your condom is good to go. While still pressing on the wrapper, gently push it the condom inside for a side-slide motion. This slight movement indicates that the lubricant inside has not dried out and, as long as the expiry date has not been passed, is still good.  This slide test only works for lubricated condoms. Unlubricated condoms will not slide in the package but you can still do the air resistance test. A dried out condom will weaken, crack, and break, exposing you to your partner's fluids, potential pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.

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Check the expiration date of the individually wrapped condom. Look at the condition of the packaging. Press on the wrapper. Squish and slide the wrapper to the side.


Even if you see a single ant in your house, you are more than likely to see more. That is because ants leave trails behind wherever they travel that other ants can smell, and follow. If you just mop or sweep your floor, that’s not enough to eliminate the ant trail. The trail is a pheromone trail, it can’t just be swept away; it needs to be cleared away with some disinfecting cleanser. Instead, mix ½  vinegar and ½ water in a spray bottle, and cover all of your kitchen surfaces with the spray mixture. Make sure to target the areas where you have witnessed ants crawling around before.   Keep in mind that this spray mixture will not kill the ants that are already in your house. This simply erases the trail from those ants, so new, outside ants can’t follow their pheromone trail inside. You can also substitute bleach for vinegar for the spray solution. The most important part of the spray solution is a sterile cleanser to erase the ant trail. Fill a plastic spray bottle with 1 capful of liquid hand soap and water. Shake the bottle to let the soap and water mix together. Then spray the mixture on ants whenever you see them in your kitchen. Wait about 5 minutes to wipe up, because ants are a lot easier to clean off your counters once they stop moving.  You can also use bar soap for your soap additive: Shave off a few ounces of the bar soap, and add it to about a litre of water. Then microwave the water and soap flakes to melt the soap, and add it to a spray bottle.  This method is safe for children and pets since it doesn’t contain insecticides, and can be used in your garden to repel bugs from your plants. Blend together 1 cup of lemon juice with 4 cups of warm water in a big container. Then dip a cleaning cloth into the mixture, and wipe down your counters, the inside of your cabinets and cupboards, the top of your refrigerator, around kitchen windows, and any other surfaces ants might crawl around in your kitchen.  The citrus scent repels ants. Orange peels and cucumber rinds have been known to have the same...

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Erase the ant trail. Repel the ants with soapy water. Repel the ants with lemons. Repel the ants with spices and herbs. Expel ants with dry diatomaceous earth. Expel ants with wet diatomaceous earth. Repel the ants with other natural ingredients. Seal the ants’ entryways.


Even if you think you are comfortable talking to someone, a number of ways you move your body can betray this. Certain hand gestures show nervousness, timidity, and even submissiveness. Hands in your pockets, for example, gives off a signal you may be nervous. Hands crossed in front give off a notion of weakness or timidity as if you are in need of protection. Squeezing hands together is also a gesture that can convey a "self-soothing" gesture that you are nervous or fearful. While hands can certainly make you a more effective communicator, and even cause people to be more comfortable around, they can also detract from your ability to communicate effectively. It is recommended keeping your hand gestures in a "box," while talking to others; a space from the top of your chest to the bottom of your waist. What this means is you should keep within certain parts of your body because then it allows people to keep looking at you and what you're saying, rather than trying to track your hands. Sometimes people who have trouble finding words use hand gestures as a sign of nervousness or distraction. Avoid doing this as it does not help clarify your point anymore, but only serves to likely confuse people more. If you find yourself unable to come up with what you want to say next, slow your hands down. Perhaps put them in a calming gesture in front of you, as this is better than using wild hand movements to exasperate difficulties communicating.

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Avoid using hand gestures that convey nervousness or diffidence. Don't cause a distraction with your hands. Don't use hand gestures to compensate for verbal sputtering.


Even if you think your mattress is old and no one will want it, others may think otherwise. List your mattress for a reasonable price on websites and/or apps like Craigslist, eBay, and Letgo and see if anyone shows interest in purchasing it. To improve your chances of attracting potential buyers, provide quality photos of the mattress and an include an accurate item description. Check with nonprofit organizations in your area to see if they can accept your mattress as a donation. Some of these organizations, like Salvation Army and Goodwill, may not be able to accept your mattress. However, it’s a good idea to check with Habitat for Humanity, local churches, homeless shelters, and thrift stores to see if they can. Mattress disposal has become quite an issue, so many retailers and manufacturers often take on the task of disposing of them for customers. If you’re purchasing a new mattress, ask the retailer if they’d be willing to take your old one and dispose of it properly. If you have access to a vehicle that can transport a mattress, roll it up, tie it down, and transport it to a local recycling center. You can drop your mattress off for free and they’ll break it down for you. If this sounds like too much of an inconvenience, you can also hire a mattress recycling service to come pick the mattress up from your home, break it down, and recycle the parts for as low as $50-100. Go to earth911.com or byebyemattress.com to find a recycling center near you.

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Try selling your mattress online. Donate your mattress to a charity. Return your mattress to the retailer you got it from. Recycle your mattress.


Even if you would usually bring your computer or mp3 player to study while by yourself, leave that behind to study with a group. If you do pack these devices in your bag, be aware that you can only use them if your group takes a break or has self-study time during the meeting. Do not bring them out in the middle of the group work, and leave them behind altogether if you think you might be tempted to do so. As with individual study, make sure to bring any textbooks, notebooks, and past assignments need to study for the class or subject you plan on studying with your group. Also bring fresh notebook paper, pens, and highlighters.    If the library is large enough to have a designated quiet floor, stay off of it. Quiet floors are meant for individual study. During a group study session, you will need to speak with other group members. As such, you should stick with a floor that is not designated as a quiet area. Make sure that everyone can fit comfortably. If you have a small group made of two or three people, a small circular table will still probably work. If you have a group that is larger than that, though, you will likely need a larger rectangular table. Some libraries have small study rooms set aside for individuals and slightly larger study rooms meant to fit groups of people. Find out what your library’s policy is concerning the use of these rooms. Oftentimes, you will need to reserve the room in advance, but this is not always the case. Some libraries will allow you to use any study room you please as long as it is open when you get there.  For exceptionally large groups, you may want to consider asking about using a large meeting room at the library. These rooms tend to have stricter conditions placed on them.     Use an open meeting room if the library will allow it. If a meeting room is not reserved by a group, some libraries may allow you and your study group to meet in there, especially if all the study rooms and other study areas are filled.

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Only bring materials that are pertinent to your group work. Stick to a normal floor. Find a large table. Reserve a larger study room or meeting room.


Even if you're going to jump straight up into the air, adding a couple of lateral steps into your jumping routine can help you put some extra hop in your step. The energy developed in those steps can help generate additional upward lift that can put an extra inch or two into a vertical leap. A vertical jump is highest off two feet. Use the power of both your legs to push off the ground, even if you're taking a few steps before you hop. To get the most power out of your legs and the most height into your jump, you need to bend your knees. For many people, it's helpful to imagine sitting in an imaginary chair, just before you jump. Your feet should be about shoulder-width apart, and your hips should be flexed at 30 degrees, knees bent 60 degrees, ankles flexed 25 degrees in order to generate the most power without injuring your knees. You should be able to lift your toes up and down while sitting in this squat form, balancing on the balls of your feet.  Be careful that your knees don't point inwards in a "knock-knee" position, with your toes pointed inward. Keep your knees as straight as possible, ideally positioned vertically over your toes. Have your arms at your sides. Keep your back very straight while you're jumping. Practice in front of a mirror dropping into the imaginary chair and keeping your back straight to avoid injury. Spring off the balls of your feet, swinging your hands up into the air, towards the ceiling, for additional momentum. For some jumpers, it's effective to picture pushing through the floor, or trying to push the ground away from your body, trying to extend your legs with as much power as possible. The power and the height of your jump will come from the power you put into this step.  Properly done, your feet should roll forward, from your heels to your toes as you jump off. You should feel pressure on your heels moving up your feet towards your toes as you come back to a standing position, normally, and in a jump you'll do the same thing much more quickly. You must roll all the way to...

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Take one or two preliminary steps. Drop into an imaginary chair. Push your body up with your legs. Breathe out as you leap. Land on the balls of your feet.


Even if you're healthy, see a physician before attempting any any type of eating competition. Doctors have discovered serious health problems caused by competitive eating--ranging from choking to the permanent paralysis of the stomach and gastrointestinal tract.Your doctor will help you evaluate your health risks, and if you decide to proceed, they can also help ensure that your training regimen is safe.  Nobody under the age of 18 should try competitive eating. The Major League Eating Federation now recommends that all individuals refrain from training at home. The organization also only endorses competitions that arrange for medical staff to be present in order to ensure participants' safety. Before you start training, check to see if there are any upcoming competitions near you. You can check the Major League Eating Federation's website for information about contests in your area: http://www.majorleagueeating.com/contests.php. Aim to participate in a competition that's approximately 2-4 months away, so you will have plenty of time to develop your training regimen and prepare. Many competitions require that you to pay in advance to register, so make sure to have a credit card or other online form of payment ready. Not all hot dog eating contests share the same rules. Some have different age or skill level requirements for entry. They may have different time limits or rules for eating—such as “no dunking” of the bun in water or no listening to music while eating. Learning these rules ahead of time is essential to guaranteeing that you train appropriately.

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Make an appointment to see a doctor. Find a hot dog eating competition that you want to attend. Learn the competition rules.


Even if you're not entirely sorry for what you did, apologizing to your parents for what you did will work out big in your favour. If your parents think you are truly regretful for whatever you did, they'll be that much more likely to ease restrictions and unground you. When parents ground you, they're usually not doing it just as a way to get at you. Rather, they're using a punishment to teach you a lesson. If you try to understand why they've grounded you, your attitude towards them may change. Try to put yourself in your parents' shoes. Whether you think you deserved to be grounded or not, try to imagine how something looked from their perspective. Most parents do not go out of their way to be purposefully unfair. Trying to emphasize with your parents' side may help you better understand the situation. If you end up feeling like you deserved some form of punishment, the grounding won't feel as bad. On the other hand, if you empathize and still feel like things were misinterpreted, you can bring the issue up with them if you think they're open for discussion. Many parents will accept other forms of restitution as a way to replace or shorten the grounding. While you'll most definitely need to apologize first in order to begin a dialogue with them, you should come prepared with a few ideas on how you're going to make up for whatever it is you did. For example, you should suggest that a day of your grounding be removed in exchange for doing the dishes or sweeping the floors. These alternative punishments are usually a hit with parents because they'll get something real done for them. Some parents are very strict and won't be open to negotiating. This is something you'll have to deal with if you're in a strict family setting. If you've been grounded for whatever reason, it is natural to feel angry. However, letting these feelings loose will only make things worse for you and your family situation. Even if you think you're being punished without cause, you should make a firm point of keeping your composure. A...

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Apologize. See things from their perspective. Negotiate a deal. Keep your emotions under control.


Even if you're not the best writer of all time, the fact that you tried will probably please her. The poem should be light and fun, not heady and about love at this point.  One benefit of writing a poem in a new relationship is that poetry is subjective, meaning there are many ways to interpret it. And, at the beginning of a relationship, you will generally want to be a little mysterious still. You could focus the poem on an attribute of hers that you like. Don't only think physical (but, if you do, pick something like the color of her eyes or her smile). Keep it short! Instead, focus on a trait of hers you admire. Maybe it's how she talks to everyone the same, no matter their socioeconomic status. Maybe it's that she loves animals. Maybe it's that she is fearless or hard-working. You could find a card that is geared toward a new relationship. Hunt around in the card aisle.  Find one that doesn't convey platonic friendship and isn't gushing with love, either. You can find poems with statements that fit an early relationship. Inside the card, write something short but heartfelt. You could write something like, "I've really enjoyed getting to know you, and I'm glad we met. Happy birthday! I look forward to seeing how this evolves." A nice touch would be to include a pressed flower inside the card representing a trait you see in her. Alternatively, you could write her a handwritten letter that expresses that you are happy you met her and explains what attracted you to her. Everyone knows that jewelry connotes seriousness in a relationship, especially if it's a ring. So stay away from rings! It's too soon!  However, that doesn't mean you can't give her jewelry just because the relationship is new. You can, but it should be something more decorative than romantic. You could get ideas of what she likes from her Pinterest page, if she has one.  For example, you could pick up a pair of vintage earrings, and tell her you knew they'd look good on her when you saw them because they reminded you of the color she was...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Write her a poem. Give her a nice card. Give her vintage jewelry. Invite her to dinner. Buy her a candle. Treat her to a spa.


Even if you've been dating a girl or guy for months, it may turn out that this isn't the type of communication that she or he is comfortable with. For that reason, it's important to test the waters before you get into raunchy or explicit messaging and completely throw the person off. Start with a simple greeting like, "hey, baby" or "hey, sexy," and see how the person responds.  If you're not too explicit at first, you can also just play it off and deny that you were even trying to send a sexy text if the person gets angry or accuses you of trying to start something. Just start with a sexual undertone. If you just say, "What's up?" or "How are you?" it'll be more difficult to transition to a sexy mindset. It's better to set the tone right away so the person knows what to expect. You can also say, "I'm a little bored. I could use some excitement in my life." Try this: "I saw a girl who looked just like you in this movie I was watching. She was really hot -- but you're even hotter." Once the person on the other end responds to the opening text in a favorable manner, it's time to play ball. If you see that the person is also up for dirty or sexy texting and is game, you can start to increase the sexual content of your texts -- but only by a little bit. Have patience as the person gets back to you. If it takes too long, you may not be in the mood anymore, and you can have fun another day.  Don't keep sending dirty texts if you get no response. If the person comes back to his or her phone to a slew of dirty text messages, that will just look weird. If the person isn't into it, don't try to pursue it. Just apologize quickly and move on with your day -- there's no need to make a big production of it.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Test the waters. Wait for the person to respond in a sexy way.


Even if your angelfish is small now, it will grow. Angelfish can grow to be about 6 inches long and 8 inches tall. When selecting a tank, make sure it's at least 55 gallons in capacity. If you can afford a tank bigger than this, and fit it in your home, bigger is always preferred. Even if your angelfish does not grow to be very big, it's always better to have more space than necessary. You can measure the pH of your tank using a home testing kit, which you can purchase at most pet stores or online. You should wait 24 hours to test tap water, as the pH will change once it's been exposed to the air. Angelfish require a pH level between 6 and 8.  If you need to raise your pH level, this can be done in several ways. Add crushed coral, which can raise the pH level. You can also add baking soda, shells, and chemical buffers sold at pet stores.  If you need to lower pH levels, adding wood to the tank can help. You can also buy a chemical buffer made to lower pH. Angelfish prefer a tank with a lot of substrate and vegetation. Decorate the tank appropriately to keep your angelfish happy.  Rocks and hiding places are important for angelfish. Stop by your local pet store and pick out a variety of tank decorations. Try to add things like floating drift wood, as this reflects an angelfish's natural environment. Also, plants that stand vertically are great for an angelfish tank. Angelfish thrive at a temperature between 75 and 84 degrees Fahrenheit (24 to 29 degrees Celsius). You will probably have to install a heating system to keep the tank at this level. You can buy a heating system online or at your local pet store. Follow the instructions to set up the system and make sure the water is at the appropriate temperature. You should keep a thermometer in the tank. If the water gets too hot or too cold, adjust your heater accordingly.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Choose the right size tank. Maintain an appropriate pH level. Add appropriate vegetation to the tank. Get the tank at the proper temperature.


Even if your assessment won’t take place for several days or weeks after your initial sentencing, it’s a good idea to quit drinking or cut back significantly until your assessment. If you do drink, stay at home. Judges, counselors, and other professionals involved in your case may find out if you are drinking excessively in public. This will show that you are responsible, and also convey respect for the people involved in your assessment. Double check that you know when the assessment is scheduled to occur, and leave yourself plenty of time to get there without rushing. You should be informed of what documents you will need to present at your assessment. This may include offense-related documents such as tickets, driving records, incident reports, or probation papers. While a suit and tie isn’t necessary, it’s important to wear appropriate attire when you go in for your assessment. Make sure what you’re wearing is modest and free of stains, wrinkles, or tears. A button-up shirt and slacks or a knee-length skirt are good choices. You may feel it’s unfair that you have to go through this assessment, or it may be an inconvenience for you, but you will get the best results by acting polite and respectful. Be positive and professional, and treat everyone you speak to courteously throughout your assessment.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Stop drinking as soon as possible. Arrive on time. Gather any necessary documents before your assessment. Wear clean, professional clothes to your assessment. Be respectful to everyone you interact with during your assessment.


Even if your baby was born with a full head of hair, they may lose some or all of that hair by the time they are 6 months old. Do not be alarmed if this happens! It is totally normal. Your baby's new hair should begin to grow in around the same time. Keep in mind that when your baby's new hair does grow in, it may look totally different from their newborn hair. It may have a different color, texture, and thickness. Babies may lose hair in patches from being in 1 position for too long. Make sure to turn your baby's head for them if they have been in 1 position for a while. This will also help to prevent your baby from getting a flat spot on their head. For example, if your baby has been napping on their back with their head turned to the right for about an hour, then gently turn their head so that they are facing towards the left or looking up instead. Shampooing your baby's hair too often may cause it to break more easily and it can also irritate your baby's scalp. It may also lead to frizz, which makes it harder to manage. Babies with African American hair only need their hair washed 1 time per week, while babies with other hair types may need their hair washed twice per week. Start out washing your baby's hair only 1 time weekly. If you notice that their hair looks oily or greasy after a few days, then your baby probably needs you to wash their hair twice per week.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Expect your baby to lose some or all of their newborn hair. Change your baby's position often to prevent bald spots. Shampoo your baby's hair no more than 2 times per week.


Even if your card is brand new, it's best to check your balance online first to avoid any surprises at the cash register. You can navigate to www.americanexpress.com to get to the "Check Your Balance" page, or you can go straight to www.balance.amexgiftcard.com. You do not need to activate your card to start using it! When you're ready to pay for your items at the register, you will use gift card exactly the same way you'd use a regular credit card. Swipe it through the card reader as you normally would. You may need to ask the cashier to enter the card information manually if there seems to be a problem with the card reader. Finish the transaction the same way you would for a credit card purchase. After you swipe, the reader will ask you to select "Debit" or "Credit." Select "Credit" and sign your name to complete the transaction. If your purchase goes over the gift card balance, your card could be declined if the merchant doesn't do split transactions. However, most merchants will do a split transaction for you. Once the gift card amount is deducted from the purchase total, use your other method of payment to pay the remainder and complete the transaction. You can usually use cash, a debit card, or a credit card to pay the remaining balance at the register. Don't try to get cash from an ATM with your gift card. While the American Express gift card is as good as cash in many respects, you can only use it to purchase products or services using credit card functions. You cannot get actual cash with it. Vendors may not be able to refund money to your American Express gift card, so it’s important that you only use your card for purchases you’re sure you won’t have to return. Many vendors have policies that purchases can only be returned to the card originally used for the purchase, so this could cause problems for you if you have to make a return. If you have to return an item, you’ll need to contact the merchant directly to see if there is an alternative solution. Your American Express gift card should not be...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Check your card balance before you go shopping. Swipe your gift card at the register like a normal credit or debit card. Select "Credit" and sign your name to complete the purchase. Bring another payment method if your purchase exceeds the balance. Use your gift card to purchase products and services only. Avoid using the gift card if you expect you may have to return an item. Don’t use your gift card to make reservations or deposits.


Even if your eyelashes are naturally curled, you should go about curling them regularly. Eyelashes are the natural frame of your eyes, and curling them will attract more attention to that part of your face. Curled lashes will also increase the wideness of your eyes. Using an eyelash curler, start at the base of your lashes and hold the curler for three seconds. Don't curl for any longer than that, as you'll risk hurting your lashes. Circle contacts function like regular contacts, but they intentionally cover part of the whites as well increasing the apparent size of your irises. This results in a doe-like appearance comparable with Japanese anime. Although circle contacts are popular predominantly in East Asia, you can order them online. They cost between $20-30 a pair, and can be purchased in prescription brands as well. LensCircle is one place to purchase them. Circle contact lenses have been associated with risks and significant injuries, including blindness. They're also currently unapproved by the FDA. There hasn't been a significant amount of empirical research on the subject however, and the perceived risks may simply be fear mongering, but the potential issues should be kept in mind if you decide to look into them. Thick prescription glasses have an effect of visibly shrinking eyes through the lens. If you wear a heavy prescription, simply taking off your glasses will make a huge difference. Contacts are barely noticeable by contrast, and are relatively easy to adjust to. If you have the money for it, laser eye surgery can correct your vision issue permanently. A smaller set of lenses will also help to reduce the issue.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Curl your eyelashes. Wear circle contact lenses. Lose the glasses.


Even if your friend did something bad to you, don’t talk badly about them to your mutual friends.  Never make your friends pick between the two of you, as this will put them in an impossible situation, and you might find that they won’t choose you.  Say instead “I want you to know that you don’t have to choose sides.  I have been friends with you for a while, too and I really want to maintain our friendship.” Make it clear that you don’t want to see your former friend so your mutual friends can take it into account when planning parties or other events. Improve from what you learned at the end of this friendship. Though your friend may be to blame, acknowledge any role that you played, as well. You can learn a lot from both your own mistakes and those of your former friend. Work to be a better friend and choose better friends in the future.  However, don’t beat yourself up about the mistakes you made. Learn from them, and move on. Ask others for their perspectives on the friendship. They might be able to offer a more objective view, and this can teach you even more. Always be loyal and honest with your friends. Ending a friendship can be difficult, but it often comes with positives, too. For example, maybe you are now free to pursue interesting activities that you couldn’t before. Though you likely had many mutual friends, spend some time with those that you did not have in common.  Though you should not forsake your mutual friends, they will serve as strong reminders of the friendship that you lost, and that could delay the healing process. Connect with family, as well. Though being around people during this time is good, spending time alone will be instrumental in your healing.  Avoid making plans with people every single day, and opt for every other day instead.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Don’t make your mutual friends pick. Take this loss as a lesson. Look for the silver lining. Spend time with your other friends. Remember to spend time alone.


Even if your friends are all talking about their periods, you don’t have to feel pressured into talking about yours if you aren’t ready. If your friends ask you if you’ve started your period and you don’t feel like talking about it, stand up for yourself, but keep it simple. Just calmly tell them, “I’d rather not talk about it right now.” Once you are ready to talk about it, pick a time when you can approach your friend privately, and tell them you have something important and personal to talk about.  If you have a hard time finding a moment to talk to your friend alone (at school, for example), you might try writing down a note on a piece of paper and handing it to them, sending them a text, emailing them, or giving them a call. Ask your friend when would be a good time to have a talk. This can be any place where you feel safe and will have plenty of privacy: it could be your room at home, your friend’s place, or a quiet corner at school somewhere.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Wait until you feel ready to talk about it. Tell your friend you want to talk about something personal. Pick a place where you feel comfortable talking.


Even if your hands feel like silly putty and your heart is racing, just act like the coolest person in the world. Walk with your head high and a big smile on your face, and don't tell anyone how nervous you are. Maintain this posture when you get on the stage and you'll actually start to feel confident.  Look straight ahead instead of down at the floor. Don't slouch. Come up with a fail-proof ritual for the day of your performance. This could be a three-mile (five kilometer) jog on the morning of your performance, the same "last meal" before your performance, or even singing a certain song in the shower or putting on your lucky socks. Do whatever it is you have to do to gear yourself toward success. A lucky charm is a great part of a ritual. It could be a piece of jewelry that's important to you, or a silly stuffed animal that cheers you on from your dressing room. Focus on all of the amazing results of your presentation or performance instead of everything that can go wrong. Combat every negative thought with five positive ones. Keep an index card with motivational phrases in your pocket, or do whatever you need to do to focus on all of the benefits that the performance will give you instead of honing in on all of the fear and anxiety that you may be feeling. If you have a friend who is a knockout performer, whether it's from stage acting or giving presentations, ask for their advice. You may learn some new tricks and will be comforted by the fact that almost everyone gets stage fright, no matter how confident he or she may appear on stage.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Fake confidence. Create a ritual.  Think positively. Get advice from a pro performer.


Even if your heels are a perfect fit for you, stiff materials like leather need to be broken in first. Try wearing your heels around the house for short spurts at a time – an hour here, an hour there. Doing this also gives you the chance to practice walking around in your new heels before venturing out. Avoid buying a brand new pair of heels and immediately wearing them to the office for 8 hours straight. You’ll definitely end up with soreness! As you're breaking in your new heels around your house, take note of where the shoes are rubbing or hurting your feet. One of the most common areas to feel pain is the ball of the foot. Buy cushion inserts to counteract this. If the shoes are rubbing your skin raw on your heels or under your ankles, try rub relief strips. These provide padding between your foot and the shoe. These products can be purchased at shoe stores, big box stores, and online. Stilettos are notoriously painful, but they don’t have to be! The key is not wearing them every single day. For most days, opt for a chunkier heel that provides better support and balance. The thicker heels are also less likely to cause painful ankle wobbling. Save your gorgeous 4-inch red stilettos for occasional wear. Shoes with thin, flimsy soles will cause the bottom of your feet to hurt pretty quickly. There’s just not enough cushion between your foot and the hard ground. Opt for heels that have thicker soles, like platform heels. Thick soles will keep the bottoms of your feet cushioned and protected. Whenever you have a few private moments to yourself during the day, kick those heels off under your desk! Wiggle your toes around, then point them down and flex them back. Slip the strap of your bag under your toes and pull back on the strap for a deeper stretch into the calf muscle. Rotate your ankles slowly. If you’re concerned that a new pair of heels may cause you pain, don’t force yourself to suffer through it. Bring your comfy black ballet flats or another cute pair with you as a backup. If the pain gets to be a...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Break in new heels at home before wearing them in public. Invest in cushion inserts and rub relief strips. Opt for a thicker heel over pencil-point stilettos on most days. Choose heels with thicker soles. Take frequent breaks during the day to stretch your feet. Bring a backup pair of flats.


Even if your middle school requires uniforms, you can still pull off a sharp look by caring for your clothes. Do not let your clothes get shabby or smelly. As a general rule, don’t wear a top more than one day. Pants should only be worn two to three times before a wash. While looks are not the only thing that matters, it’s often the first thing that a girl will notice about you. Confidence is something that girls can easily pick up on. Try setting small goals for yourself like learning the piano (middle school is the perfect age to begin an instrument). Exercise is another way to feel comfortable in your body and boost your self-esteem.  You can reach a confident state of mind by dressing in a way that comforts you. Once you’re out the door, don’t look back on what you’re wearing. Live in the moment and don’t worry about your clothes out of the house. Having a confident posture can impact your chance of success by positively affecting your brain. Your posture impacts the way others see you. While standing be sure to hold your head and chin up straight while looking ahead, put your shoulders back, and take a deep breath to relax your shoulders.  When you're sitting down put your back against the backrest of the chair, put your knees at a right angle, and keep your feet flat on the floor. Avoid slumping forward while standing or sitting. Try to look ahead of you while walking instead of looking down at the ground.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Feel good in your skin. Have good posture.


Even if your refrigerator has an egg compartment in the door, you should store the carton of eggs in the main body of the appliance.  The door is warmer than the main body, so the eggs won't be preserved as well when stored in the door. Eggs will rattle and shake when you open and close the door if you store them there. Even though the shells may not break, the walls of the yolk and white can weaken. When you need to crack eggs, do so by tapping them against a flat surface. Do not tap them against the side of a bowl. This method reduces the risk of getting eggshell into the mix. Place the eggs in a small saucepan and cover them with cold water. Heat the pan on your stove and remove it as soon as the water starts to boil. Finish cooking the eggs in this hot water.  Use the smallest pan possible. The eggs should fit in one layer, but there should not be much room for them to slide around. Heat the saucepan with the lid on over the highest heat setting. Keep the eggs in the hot water for six minutes if you want them soft-boiled, 8 minutes for medium-boiled, and 17 to 19 minutes for hard-boiled. Instead of scrambling eggs over direct heat, use indirect heat to create creamy eggs instead of grainy ones.  Lightly whisk together the eggs and a little dairy. Use milk, cream, and butter to give the eggs a rich flavor. For four eggs, 2 Tbsp (30 ml) milk, 2 Tbsp (30 ml) cream, and 1 Tbsp (15 ml) softened butter should suffice. Set a saucepan of water over the stove and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Place a separate bowl over the saucepan and pour your egg mixture inside. Stir the egg mixture continually until it thickens like a custard and forms solid lumps. This process should take about 15 minutes.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Store eggs in the main part of the refrigerator. Crack eggs on a flat surface. Boil eggs without actually boiling them. Scramble eggs over simmering water.


Even if your spouse was reluctant to discuss their need to wear diapers at first, always welcome conversation if she wants to talk about it or anything else. Open communication sows trust and may help bolster your relationship as well as increase your understanding of your spouse.  Remember that your willingness to support your partner can make their incontinence or their fetish easier to handle for both of you. Keep the conversation as light as possible. Don’t be accusatory or try an push your spouse into something that they don't want. Compose a list of each other’s feelings and concerns to help you get through incontinence or a fetish together. Ask your partner the ways in which you can best support them. For example, say “Is there some specific way I can help you? Do you want me to get supplies for you?” In many cases, someone who is wearing a diaper may isolate themself out of embarrassment. Engaging your spouse and getting them to go out with you can boost their confidence and help them more effectively cope with wearing diapers.  Make dinner reservations at a favorite restaurant or go to the movies together. You can also make plans with friends or family at a place your spouse enjoys. Keeping your plans and routine as normal as possible may help your spouse forget about the diapers and realize that they don’t have any great impact on their ability to lead an active and fun life. Many people suffering from incontinence can have accidents that cause leakage or damage clothing or furniture. Being prepare with supplies or cleaning products may help put your spouse’s mind at ease and minimize their embarrassment.  Carry extra diapers or a change of clothing with you when you go out. Place towels or disposable pads on your bed or furniture to help minimize damage to your home. Place a commode near the bedroom to help your spouse at night if necessary. Some forms of incontinence may respond to dietary changes. Avoiding certain foods and adding more fiber and water to your diet may help relieve the symptoms of...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Maintain open communication. Engage your spouse. Be prepared for accidents. Make dietary changes. Provide consistent assurance. Attend counseling. Join a support group. Enjoy time alone.


Even if you’re feeling super nervous about asking her, showing little bits of confidence will help you do a better job and may even influence her answer. Stand or sit up straight when you ask, and speak in a clear voice without mumbling or being too quiet. By pretending to be confident even when you don’t feel it on the inside, you’ll come across as much more self-assured. Give yourself a pep talk beforehand, reminding yourself that no matter what she says you’re an awesome person who deserves someone. Even though she already knows you like her, she’ll want to hear about your feelings directly from you. Be honest and let her know that you really like her, adding on a compliment or two if desired to make the statement more heart-felt.  It’s best to tell her how you feel about her in person, making eye contact to avoid seeming shy or uncertain. Instead of just saying, "I like you," you can make it sound more natural by saying something like, "I really like your personality and how much you care about other people." If you’re worried about finding the right words to ask her out or messing up, try planning out what you want to say before you ask her. You can write down what you want to say and practice it in a mirror, or just spend a few moments thinking about how you want to ask her before actually doing it. You might say something like, “I think you’re a really kind and creative person, and I’d love to get to know you more. Would you want to go on a date with me?” Being asked out while you’re in front of your friends or family members can make the situation more uncomfortable. Find a moment when she’s not surrounded by others to ask her out so she won’t feel awkward or watched.  If you’re with other people, pull her aside nicely so that you’re not right next to other people who can hear what you’re saying. Ask her to go on a walk with you to ask her privately, or ask her while the two of you are studying. Sometimes the thought of telling someone how you feel and asking them out in person is just too...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Have confidence in yourself. Be open about how you feel about her. Think about what you’ll say beforehand so you feel more prepared. Try to ask her in person when she’s not around other people. Write a letter or note to give to her if you’re too nervous to ask in person. Plan ideas for what you might do together if she says yes. Accept her feelings whether she likes you or not.


Even if you’re not the most outgoing person, make an effort to introduce yourself to your neighbors. It can be as simple as greeting them if you pass them on the sidewalk or waving hello when you’re doing lawn maintenance. Developing relationships with your neighbors is mutually beneficial for fostering trust and friendship with the goal of making your community a better, safer place to live. Block parties are a great way to get out and meet your neighbors. Offer to host a cookout or potluck during summer months to bring community residents together in a relaxing atmosphere. Building community is important to make sure everyone in your neighborhood is familiar with one another and is aware of the community’s safety goals. Aside from safety, community building can help neighbors build friendship and make the neighborhood a pleasant, inclusive place to live. Community building initiatives like National Night Out, held every August, are great ways to move out into your community to meet and engage with your neighbors and local law enforcement. It is helpful to know what initiatives the police are implementing to fight crime in your neighborhood. If your community members can help watch for and report potentially suspicious activity to law enforcement, this builds a relationship between your neighborhood and the police. These relationships help deter crime by employing a “brother’s keeper” strategy for community safety. Simply seeing residents outside and active in their communities is sometimes enough to deter potential criminals. Empty streets with residents who keep to themselves will have the opposite effect.  Going for a jog or walk around your neighborhood, reading a book on your front porch, or working in your garden are great examples of how to be present in your neighborhood. Don't limit your focus on community safety to only crime reduction. Community safety is a comprehensive goal that also includes accessibility for children, the elderly, and those with disabilities. For example, crumbling sidewalks...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Get to know your neighbors. Participate in a community building initiative. Get to know your local police. Spend time outdoors. Prioritize accessibility for all residents.


Even if you’re not very athletic, it’s important to get some exercise each day. This will help exercise the muscles in your feet to prevent cramping. It also helps improve poor circulation, which is another cause of foot cramps.   Walking is a great way to exercise to prevent foot cramps. Make sure your choice of exercise involves your legs and feet. For example, don’t simply choose weight lifting for your arms and shoulders. If it’s difficult to support your weight while standing, try swimming or water aerobics. and feet regularly. Cramps are muscles spasms, which means that the muscles are clenching involuntarily. Stretching the muscles out helps to ease and prevent this. Develop a simple stretching routine and practice it regularly.   Incorporate yoga into your exercise regimen. Take a class or follow a video at home at least twice a week. Do plantar flexion or calf raises. For this exercise, stand with your feet shoulder width apart and then rise up onto your toes. Hold for a few seconds and then slowly lower your heels back to the ground. Include dorsi flexion or toe lifts. For this exercise, keep your legs straight and bring your toes up towards your calf. Hold in this position for about 30 seconds and then release. Do ankle circles. Extend your leg and then begin rotating your foot around. After about 30 seconds, begin rotating your foot in the opposite direction. For some people, foot cramps signal that they need to up their activity level. However, if you’re extremely active, foot cramps may be a sign that you’re actually overdoing it. Make sure you’re exercising in a way that is healthy and safe, or you could develop an injury.  If you’re new to exercise, increase the length of your workout by 10% per week. Look for other signals that your body is fatigued. Do you feel lightheaded after a workout? Are you very sore the next day? Make sure to rest and take it easy when you need to. When you sweat, you don’t just lose water. You also sweat out important minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Set a reasonable exercise goal. Stretch your legs Avoid fatigue. Replace lost minerals.


Even if you’re planning on telling a scary story that you’ve made up, you can benefit from reading other scary stories. You can find great collections of scary stories at your local library or even online.  Forums like Reddit No Sleep or Reddit Ghost Stories are great sources for frightening tales.  One way to create your own scary story is to use another story as a template and then change the details to fit your location — for example, instead of “at a scary house somewhere” you can name a spooky-looking house in your city and say that you heard about something that happened there. Tailor it to where you’ll be and what you’ll be doing. If you’re having a sleepover at your house, an effective scary story would be one that takes place in a house late at night. The more things your scary story has in common with where you are and who you’re with, the scarier it will be. Don’t just write a story down and then hope you can remember it well enough to tell it — and definitely don’t read from a book or piece of paper. Telling the story from memory will engage your listeners and have the strongest effect. You might even want to record yourself telling the story so that you can get a sense of how you sound and (if you have a video camera/smart phone with video function) look while telling the story. You don’t want to just start telling a spooky story in the middle of a busy cafeteria at lunchtime; scary stories are best told late at night amongst small groups of people. Before telling your story, you can build it up by acting a bit nervous and afraid before you start telling it. You can say that you want to tell your listeners something, but you’re nervous to because it scares you.  You can say that you don’t like to think about it because when you do, you get bad dreams and feel uneasy in the days following it, but it’s a good story so you’ll try to share it. You can even look behind you uneasily, or glance from side to side nervously. Don’t be too obvious in your attempts to build intrigue, or it’ll come off as...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Read scary stories. Put your scary story together. Practise it. Choose your moment wisely. Build intrigue. Don’t over do it. Tell the story. Make the ending count.


Even if you’ve done this 100 times, you might still get nervous about using a needle. Calm your nerves by listening to some nice music, doing deep breathing exercises, meditating, lighting aromatherapy candles, or giving yourself some positive affirmations like, “I’m in charge of my health and I take great care of myself!” Hold the pen in your dominant hand with your fingers curled around the pen, the needle pointing down, and your thumb hovering over the dosing button. With your other hand, pinch about 1 ½ inches of the area of skin you are going to inject so it is gently pulled up higher than the skin around it.  Do not squeeze your skin hard, which can interfere with the injection. Insert the needle into the pinched skin at a 90° angle to your body. Do not jab yourself hard, but insert the needle quickly and make sure the needle is all the way into your skin. Let go of the skin you are pinching with the needle still in place. Press the dosing knob all the way down, until the 0 lines up with the dose arrow. Hold the needle in place for 10 seconds.  Keep the dose button pushed down until you remove the needle. Remove the needle quickly, pulling straight out of the skin. Don’t massage the place you just injected yourself. If there is tenderness or a bit of blood, dab it gently with a tissue. Put the large needle cap carefully on the needle. Twist the covered needle to unscrew it. Throw the used needle away in a sharps container. If you don’t have a sharps container, use an alternate hard container for old needles such as an empty aspirin bottle or laundry detergent bottle. Store opened insulin pens at a controlled room temperature. Store unopened insulin pens in a refrigerator. Be sure to keep your pen in a safe place that children and pets cannot access. It is good practice to keep your pen in the same place every day so you always know where to find it. Do not expose insulin to very hot or cold weather conditions or direct sunlight. If your insulin pen is exposed to these conditions, then discard it....

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Calm yourself down if you’re nervous. Prepare to inject yourself. Inject the insulin. Remove the used needle. Store your pen appropriately. Throw away expired insulin.


Even in high school, you can take certain classes that will prepare you for plumbing. A number of high schools offer vocational training for upperclassmen. Ideal courses would be in plumbing and heating. You can still prepare yourself by enrolling in classes in math, physics, and computer technology. You may also want to take classes in drafting and blueprint reading, if your school offers them. You’re required to complete high school or get your GED to enroll in vocational training and apprenticeships. People working in your school’s career center may have connections and available programs for you. Take advantage of the resources available to you. Survey the available community colleges in your area. Depending on the school, you may be able to attend any state community college.  Pick a school that has a program that specializes in plumbing.  Some schools offer one year vocational degrees while others offer a two associate's degree. If you’re unsure about the options available, talk to your high school’s counseling services. Certain high schools have resources for advising and contacting colleges. Once you find a plumbing program at a trade school,  technical or community college, you’ll need to sign up for classes. You'll earn a certificate that covers water supply and drainage systems, as well as piping equipment.  It is not necessary to get a degree in plumbing, but many companies and state agencies prefer it. Not all plumbers get their vocational training in this manner. Depending on the school you decide on, you might be able to take courses that specialize in niche areas of study. There is a major shift towards water conservation today and many businesses want plumbers who specialize in this.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Take relevant classes. Get your high school diploma or GED. Research higher education. Enroll in vocational training. Take specialty programs.


Even in high-demand housing markets, advertising your availability is helpful. You want potential tenants to find out what apartment(s) you have, and how to get in touch with you about renting. Easy ways to advertise include:  Posting availabilities on Internet classified sites Creating listings on apartment search websites Creating your own website and social media accounts to describe your rental(s) Asking a property management company or real estate agent to advertise for you To ensure that you find tenants that won’t break the law or conduct illegal activities out of the property, you should run a background check on each applicant. Also, obtain a credit report for each applicant so you can determine if they are likely to be able to afford the rent payments and make them on time.  Do an eviction search to find out if the applicant has been evicted before. Check the addresses on their application to make sure they match up with the applicant’s credit history report. Fair housing laws dictate that you cannot discriminate against tenants based on race, sex, sexual orientation, etc. However, you should screen applicants to ensure that they are financially able to rent your property, and likely to take good care of it. Your criteria should be the same for all applicants, and keep records. Screening can include:  Asking for references (previous landlords, and personal references if necessary) Verification of income (like a recent pay stub) to show tenants will be able to meet the rent level This protects you and your tenants, since everyone will have a clear record of requirements. The rental agreement or a separate set of rules can create good relations by specifying things like how much notice you will give tenants before entering the home for inspections. Likewise, if there are any shared areas, like a grill area or clubhouse, post rules for proper use. Tenants have a right to live in an apartment that is safe and functional. Ask your tenants to let you know as soon as possible if a pipe bursts, a ceiling...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Advertise your rentals. Run a background check and obtain a credit report for applicants. Select good tenants. Make sure the rules are clear. Promptly handle any necessary repairs or upgrades. Listen to your tenants. Take legal action when necessary.


Even more importantly, shop for school-appropriate outfits that you love. You don’t need a walk-in closet stocked with dozens of outfits to dress cutely for school. Just find some staple, go-to pieces that fit into your school’s dress code and make you feel confident. If you’re short on cash, you can find deals at discount clothing stores like TJ Maxx, Plato’s Closet, Ross, and Marshall’s. You don’t need to spend a fortune to get cute clothing. When you're rubbing sleep from your eyes and dashing to catch the bus, you won’t have time to play around with outfit ideas. Instead, lay out your clothes the night before. You can spend the time before bed trying on different combinations, checking out your angles in the mirror, and finding the perfect accessories. This will help you have a stress-free morning. This also will help you avoid any unexpected wardrobe malfunctions. If you have to dress up for a class presentation, you don’t want to discover a stain on your favorite dress that morning. By finding an issue that night before, you can at least find a great back up! This is especially helpful for anyone with a very strict school dress code or uniform. If you can’t do much with your clothing, work with accessories. A fun pair of shoes, a new bracelet, or a great pair of glasses can transform your whole look, and self-esteem, for the day. The same outfit can look completely different simply by pairing it with a scarf, statement necklace, or fun belt. You can find great accessories for low prices at places like Target or Walmart. If you shop at cheaper places, you can get more pieces to add a ton of variety to your wardrobe. A quick search of “school outfit ideas” will turn up more results than you’ll know what to do with. When you’re feeling bored with your current wardrobe or unsure about how to dress up a certain piece, you can search keywords on Pinterest or Google to see how other fashionistas styled it. You can learn about new trends or get inspired to create adorable outfits for school. Before you throw...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Shop for school-appropriate outfits. Pick out your outfit the night before. Accessorize. Check out Pinterest or other fashion blogs for inspiration.


Even moreso than a formal analysis of music getting a full emotional reaction requires you really invest yourself in listening. Find a time and place you won't likely be distracted, and put on the song. Let yourself focus in on the mood of the song. Listen carefully to the lyrics if there are any. While you're listening to the music, try to figure out how the artist was feeling when he wrote the song. Giving your heart and mind over to the music will make it a lot easier to communicate your own personal response to the material. Listening with headphones is usually the preferable mode of listening intently; it helps to block out all external sound, and you'll be able to pick details out of the mix more clearly. Music journalists and reviewers make it their business to describe music in ways that sound fiercely descriptive and appealing-- or unappealing. Music reviews have become a very helpful outlet in the internet age, and you can usually read many reviews about the most obscure albums. Reading some of them may give you a better understanding of how to describe music yourself. The webzine Pitchfork is often recommended in this respect, but the pompous style of writing is not for everyone. More specialized and underground outlets like Heathen Harvest Periodical or Prog Sphere Magazine may offer better examples of descriptive writing. Music reviews are also found in print form. Newspapers will often include them alongside film reviews. You can also buy music books that will focus specifically on a band, scene or genre. Actively visualizing the music you are listening to ties in with intent focus. If you're looking for interesting ways of describing the music, it's a good idea to meditate and imagine the music scoring a scene to an imagined film inside your head. The process of actively visualizing music may seem obtuse at first if you're not used to it, but it can otherwise be a great way of appreciating music without distractions. For example: If the music is sad, you might visualize rain or images of death...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Listen to the music intently. Read music reviews. Try to visualize the music. Employ metaphors and poetic language. Compare the song to other songs you've heard.


Even nicer leggings can make a more casual and playful statement, so before you plan your next trip to the office with your brand-new leggings, check out your work environment to see if it's appropriate. Check out to see if other people in your workplace wear leggings or skirts that could be paired with leggings. There's nothing wrong with cotton leggings, but if you need to dress up for work, you should try wearing leggings that are made of suede, leather, or even dark denim. Having a variety of leggings to choose from will help you mix and match more fantastic work outfits.  Remember the rule about not wearing leggings instead of pants. If you wear leather leggings and just a top to work, you will look unprofessional and may embarrass yourself, depending on wear you work. If you just can't give up your cotton leggings, stick to black for work. Stick to mostly black or at least solid-colored leggings in the workplace. If you wear patterned lacy black leggings, you may look too trashy for the workplace. Funky-patterned leggings can be fun for after work, but they are too playful for a work environment. If your leggings have subtle tiny polka dots running over dark material and they almost look solid, that can be an exception. If you wear a fancy top, it can help play up your leggings and make them look more fancy and appropriate for work. Here are some tops that you can wear over the leggings:  Wear a tailored jacket over a simple shift dress and pair it with cotton leggings. Wear a loose top and a solid-color skirt with your leggings. Make sure the skirt doesn't fall too high above your knee to avoid looking too provocative. The loose top should be fancy enough to tie the whole look together. If you have a long, thick sweater that falls below your fingertips, you may be able to pull it off with leggings. Wear a belt around the sweater and high boots that match the sweater. To pull this look off at work, the sweater has to look really nice. Sandals look great with leggings but aren't acceptable for most work...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Make sure your workplace dress codes allows you to wear leggings to work at all. Wear leggings that are made of fancy material. Avoid patterned leggings. Pair your leggings with a nice top. Pair leggings with a long sweater. Wear shoes that complement the leggings. Switch over to denim-style leggings for casual Fridays.


Even once you decide to sort by category, there's still a bit of wiggle room. Your categories can be whatever you choose -- aisle, product type, or how often you buy. Examples include "dairy/frozen," "paper products/cleaning products" and a category dedicated to drinks and snacks. This method used to organize coupons allows you to focus on a specific category of products if your trip to the store is for a few items only. If your coupons are in order by aisle, you are less apt to forget important items on your list. Think about how you meander through the store as you organize. If you have a bunch of stores you frequent, this may be the method for you. if you sit down on Sunday mornings with the newspaper, it's pretty easy to grab each store's ad and file away accordingly. Generally this method should only be used if the number of stores you frequent is greater than the coupons you use at each store. If not, you'll wind up with 50 coupons in each section and have to sift through them to get to the ones you want. You can do this either by brand name or by product type. This can be easy to flip through if you're shopping for a specific product. However, this also may be a bit more difficult if you have a lot of coupons on your hands. You also may need a lot more tabs. If you try this method, you may need to refine your system by adding more space for the common letters and take out the tabs that don't get used. If you want to get the most bang for your buck, you'll want to use every coupon before it expires. Organizing by expiration date may help you plan meals in addition to saving money. The main downside to this system is that sometimes expiration dates are long into the future. Your coupons will stack up and you may be looking at months and months and stacks and stacks of coupons. Whether it is nobler in the binder to include the width and length of the entire sheet or to take scissors against the border of the sales and by cutting make them smaller. Some couponers swear that filing away the entire insert...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Sort them by category. Sort them by store. Sort them alphabetically. Sort by expiration date. Decide whether to clip or not to clip.


Even over-the-counter (OTC) treatments may interfere with certain health and medical conditions, so it’s a good idea to consult with your doctor or a pharmacist before using them.  If you have allergies, medical conditions, take medications, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, always consult your doctor before starting any treatment process. Do not use treatments on children without consulting a pediatrician first. Treating scalp eczema in children is a different process and is covered in its section of this article. There are various over-the-counter shampoos and oils to treat scalp eczema. Over-the-counter treatments are natural first-line treatments that are used before seeking out prescribed shampoos. You can also use them daily over an extended period. These OTC shampoos are not approved for use on children! Use them only on adult scalp eczema. Regardless of the kind of shampoo you use, there are some general instructions you can use to wash your hair with any of the shampoos or oils. Scrubbing your scalp too vigorously or using shampoos that contain alcohol can make your scalp eczema worse.  First, rinse your hair with warm (not hot) water. Apply the treatment shampoo thoroughly on your scalp and hair, massaging it gently into your scalp. Do not scrub or scratch your scalp. This could cause the scales to bleed or even become infected. Leave the medication on for the amount of time recommended on the package. Typically, you need to keep it on for at least 5 minutes. Rinse your hair thoroughly with warm (not hot) water and dry with a clean towel. Coal tar shampoo can be harmful if swallowed. Avoid getting it into your eyes or mouth. Some treatments, such as ketoconazole shampoo, may be more effective when you alternate them with a different scalp product twice a week. This shampoo kills the yeast that is potentially responsible for many cases of scalp eczema. If you kill the yeast, your skin will have a chance to heal without increased dryness, inflammation, or itchy scales.  Common side effects include...

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Talk with your doctor or pharmacist first. Use over the counter treatment. Wash your hair properly. Wash your hair with selenium sulfide shampoo. Apply a tea tree oil product to your hair. Massage your scalp with egg oil. Use a pyridine zinc shampoo. Try salicylic acid shampoo. Try a ketoconazole preparation. Apply raw honey to your hair. Try a coal tar shampoo.


Even the closest couples forget the importance of good communication from time to time. However, a long-term lack of communication can be a sign that a relationship is "on the rocks". If you've been getting bad vibes from your girlfriend, start to keep a tally of how frequently you talk to each other (this includes non-face to face communication like talking on the phone, texting, and so on). If you notice a sudden drop or your numbers seem suspiciously low, you may have reason to worry. This advice applies especially to you if you're in a long-distance relationship. In an LDR, you don't have the luxury of physical contact, so frequent communication is key to keeping your relationship healthy. Many relationship experts recommend trying to communicate in some minor way every day if you're in an LDR. In the words of Mark Twain, "If you tell the truth, you don't have to remember anything." Even the most skillful liars occasionally get their stories mixed up, so, if you're beginning to have suspicions about your girlfriend, try to look for logical holes or contradictions in the things she says. People who are lying about where they've been, what they've done, and who they've been with will almost always make mistakes in their stories eventually — you just have to be listening to be able to catch them. Rather than lying, some people who something to hide will avoid talking about how they are spending their time entirely. If your girlfriend was once perfectly willing to talk about her life, her friends, and her hobbies, but now she's suddenly become much less willing to volunteer this information, this may be her way of minimizing the guilt that may come from lying to you. Keep an ear out for the following vague, noncommittal phrases when you ask her about what she's been doing — if she won't give you any more information than one of these phrases, there may be something she's trying to hide:  "Nothing." "Why do you want to know?" "I've just been really busy." "I don't want to talk about it." Usually, making new...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Pay attention to how often you talk. Listen for minor lies and slip-ups. See whether she is vague about her personal life. Take note if she is unwilling to share details about new friends. Listen for an unwillingness to acknowledge your relationship.


Even the most careful crafters have spills, so make sure to protect the table or floor you are working on. You’ll be working with acrylic paint, which is water-based and pretty easy to clean if you do spill.Who wants to clean though?  On that note, you should probably change into some work clothes too. It is preferable to set up your painting station somewhere out of the way, because it takes several days to fully complete a pot. The primers, paints, and sealers all need hours to dry, so set up your supplies somewhere you can leave them for at least 48 hours. This will help you peel off any price tags, as well as clean off any marks.Because these pots are often sold at home and garden stores, they might be slightly scuffed or dirty. It’s important to give yourself a clean terracotta canvas before you start your painting.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Lay newspapers down on your workstation. Soak the pot in warm water for about half an hour.


Even the most difficult situations likely have some positive and humorous moments. They may not be immediately clear, but being able to recognize them and laugh will help you to lighten up in the long term.  Negative thoughts and attitudes are draining and can reinforce seriousness. Seeking out the positive in any person or situation will help shift lighten up.  Some studies have found that a positive attitude can contribute significantly to success and happiness.  For example, if you fall and scrape your knee, don’t focus on the cut or a tear in your clothing, but learn to laugh at your clumsiness or something else humorous that happened in the situation. Part of being able to find the humor in any situation is having the ability to laugh at yourself. Not only can this help you lighten up and relax, but may also help keep everyone around you relaxed. Being able to see the humor in your imperfections can help you accept yourself and show others that you don’t take yourself too seriously. Having positive, supportive, and humorous people around you who can help cultivate a positive attitude and teach you to lighten up. Surrounding yourself with positive people can also help counteract negativity.  These people don’t necessarily have to agree with everything you do, but they should tell you the truth without judging you in any way.  Positive friends and colleagues not only always have your best interest at heart, but can also help you to learn to trust yourself and in turn not take yourself too seriously. Medical research supports the old truism “laughter is the best medicine.” Exposing yourself to humor through jokes or media such as movies can help relieve stress and not be so rigid and serious. Any type of laughing is good so long as it’s not at someone else’s expense. Consider watching funny movies or TV shows, reading humorous books, or simply seeing a comic to elicit laughs. All of these will give you a chance to relax and lighten up. Meditation is a powerful method to improve focus and relax. Allot a few...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

See the humor and positive in every situation. Laugh at yourself. Surround yourself with positive, supportive, and humorous people. Expose yourself to humorous situations. Set up a daily meditation practice. Sit upright and still and close your eyes. Do gentle yoga.


Even the most studious college student will need to unwind every now and then. Now is as good an excuse as any to stock up on any CDs, DVDs, or Blu-rays you've had your eye on.  Skip the fancy sound systems, though, since you can get in trouble if you make too much noise and your neighbors file a complaint. Also buy a small TV to watch your movies on. You might love your music, but that does not mean your roommate or your neighbors will love it as much as you do. Headphones are important, so if you do not own any, buy them now. If you invest in noise-canceling headphones, you can also shield your ears from the music and sounds made by other people. If you enjoy reading, purchase a few books you can look forward to reading. Doing so can restore some of the joy of reading that might otherwise get lost amidst all the textbook work. Indoor and outdoor games can help you relieve stress and make friends, so if you do not have any games you can bring along with you to college, buy one or two now.  Board games and card games are a great, inexpensive option. You can also bring a video game console, but do so at your own risk, since this could be stolen if you leave your room unlocked and unattended. Buy supplies for outdoor fun, too, like rollerblades, a frisbee, or a basketball.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Stock up on movies and music. Get a good pair of headphones. Bring books you actually enjoy. Buy games and sports supplies.


Even the scent of a dog can frighten away deer. Deer prefer tall grass. So if you want a lot of deer in your yard, you could grow your grass longer. However, they also like a mixture of plant density.  Perhaps you could just grow the grass longer around the property's perimeter. Deer enjoy a mixture of cleared areas, young trees and shrubs that provide cover and aid their diets and mature hardwood forests. They like to be on the edges of forests with a lot of different plants and densities. They often forage in clearings, especially at night, but they like to hide in the daylight in thicker foliage. If you have fences around your yard, deer may not be able to move around your property.  If removing a fence is not possible, you could create an opening within the fence for the deer to pass through. Reduce bright lights and sounds. These things can scare deer, and make them stay away from your property. A lot of human activity on your property also might keep deer away. Deer will be drawn to certain trees and shrubs. If you plant them throughout your property, they will be a natural draw.  Blackberry trees, elderberry, juniper, red cedar, Douglas fir, and flowering dogwood are enjoyed by deer. Plant flowering plants. Deer will like blooming plans and legumes. Pay attention to the edges of your property. Deer often hang out around the edges of properties especially if there is foliage that provides them cover.

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Keep pets, especially dogs away from any area you want to attract deer to. Grow taller grass. Remove fences that will deter deer. Plant trees and shrubs that deer like.


Even though "nor" is almost always used after "neither," you can use it with other negative expressions and still form something grammatically correct. As an example, "The final guest is not here, nor should we wait for her before we start the festivities," or "He has never gone fishing, nor does he have any desire to learn." When listing more than two objects or actions, separate each item in the list by a comma and precede the final one with “nor.” Do not introduce each separate item in the list with “nor.”  Compare this to the use of “nor” within its correlative neither/nor pair. When used with “neither,” you must say “nor” before each item in a list. When used without “neither,” you should only use “nor” once. Correct example: He has never experienced joy, sadness, nor anger with such passion before.” Incorrect example: He has never experienced joy nor sadness nor anger with such passion before.” There are times when a negative mood in a sentence should be followed through with "or" instead of "nor." If the second part of the negative is a verb phrase—an action—then "nor" is correct.  If the second part of the negative is a noun, adjective, or adverb phrase, however, the initial negative will be carried through the rest of the sentence, making "nor" redundant. In these instances, "or" should be used, instead. Correct example: "He never comes to practice, nor does he listen to the coach." Correct example: "She does not enjoy music or art." Incorrect example: "She does not enjoy music nor art." As a negative conjunction, "nor" is almost always used to connect two thoughts or items in a sentence that has an established negative tense. You can technically use "nor" without using any other negative term, but this is very rarely done.  Using "nor" on its own will usually seem stiff and unnatural. Since it is so rare, many will also think that you are using "nor" improperly. Even though there is no negative element within the sentence, you still need to make sure that the idea expressed after "nor" connects to...

How would you rephrase that briefly using English?

Use "nor" with other negatives. Stick to one “nor” if you're using it outside of its correlative pair. Opt for “nor” if your negative thought includes a verb phrase. Be careful when using "nor" alone.