If you always have your journal and recorder, you'll be prepared for any time time inspiration strikes. Jot down a note whenever an idea comes to you, or record interesting dialogue you overhear. Then, go back through your notes or listen to your recordings when you have some free time, and see if you can turn them into a story.  If you meet someone interesting, ask them if you can sit down with them for an interview, then ask them about some of their most memorable experiences. This is a great technique if you need inspiration for a blog. Write down or record all of your ideas while you’re going about your day, then develop them into posts. That way, you’ll always have a stream of new content. If you prefer creative writing, let your imagination roam when you’re out in public. If you hear a little fragment of a conversation, try to imagine the back story. For instance, you might hear someone say something like, “Then, he had the nerve to ask for another slice of cake!” Create a scenario in your mind where this would be an outrageous request, then use it in a story. Switching up your environment can boost your imagination and loosen up ideas. This might be anything from sitting at a different table while you’re writing to going on a trip somewhere you’ve never been before. Sometimes, this is all it takes to give you a fresh perspective and offer new ideas.  If you normally write from home, you might work in another room of your house, visit a nearby coffee shop, or go outside and write. Even something as simple as changing your desktop background might help. This can be helpful if you have writer’s block while you’re working on a report for school or work, as well as for more personal forms of writing. If you’re having trouble thinking of something to write about, try looking around at your environment. No matter where you are, you can pick an item, a person, or a situation that you can observe, then write about it. Include details on who, what, why, how, and when, and try to include as much detail as...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lleva siempre contigo un diario o una grabadora. Cambia de paisaje o de ambiente para refrescar las cosas. Escribe acerca de lo que observas. Ve a algún lugar concurrido y ponte a ver a la gente para tener ideas. Escucha los diálogos de otras personas cuando estés en público.


If you and your brother have been fighting a lot lately, or if he has been doing things that annoy you, you should have a conversation with him to let him know how you feel.  Make sure that you don't make him cry. Try not to talk down to him in a bossy way, or tell him what to do. Let him participate in the conversation and tell you how he's feeling as well. Try using "I-statements" to explain how you feel. Instead of blaming him by saying things like "You are always so nosy and rude!" you might say, "I feel frustrated when you come in my room without knocking. It makes me think you don't respect my privacy." You have probably picked on your brother or yelled at him when he was annoying you. Tell him you are sorry for those times and that you want to have a better friendship with him. Try saying, "I'm sorry that I've been mean to you and yelled at you. I don't know why I do that sometimes, but I want to try to be nicer to you." You both are probably guilty of annoying and being mean to each other. Write down what you wish your brother wouldn't do, and ask him which things he doesn't want you to do.  Keep the list short and focused on the most important things-- try for two or three things each.   You might ask him to not interrupt when you have friends over, knock before coming into your room, and not borrow your toys without asking. Agree with him that you will both work on not doing the things that annoy each other. It can be hard to have a serious conversation with a little brother. If he is making rude noises or making faces while you talk, simply stand up and say quietly, 'I tried to talk but...', and walk away. If he calls you back look at him (without saying anything) and wait until he speaks. When he does, sit down beside him and finish your conversation. When he is done talking, hug him and remind him that you love him, even if you two fight sometimes. Even if you sit down with your brother and agree to get along better, you will still have some fights in the future. If you think you will start...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Siéntate y ten conversación sincera con él. Discúlpate por las veces que has sido cruel con él. Crea una lista con las cosas que ambos pueden cambiar. Quédate tranquilo incluso cuando actúe de forma inmadura. Escucha cada palabra que diga y demuéstrale que te interesa lo que piensa. Aprende a reaccionar cuando tengan una pelea.


If you and your crush talk often or hang out in or outside of school, pay attention to changes in their attitude. If they used to be friendly and playful but suddenly start acting distant and moody, it’s possible that they are having conflicting feelings. If this is happening, try to not get super clingy. Give your crush a little bit of space so they can figure out how they feel. It could be a good time for you to evaluate your feelings, too. Look out for signs like your crush no longer saying “hi” to you in the hallway or waiting to walk to class with you. If you had normal interactions with your crush on a daily basis and they start to diminish, your crush might have changing feelings. Being ignored outright is a clear sign that your crush doesn’t feel the same way anymore. Especially if this change correlates to them starting to treat someone else more affectionately. If you and your crush are friends and hang out regularly, pick up on times when they bail on plans or ditch you. This is a pretty good sign that there might be something or someone else they are hoping to spend time with. Similarly, if your crush suddenly becomes hard to pin down or avoids making plans with you, it could be a sign of a similar situation. If you’re used to quick responses and frequent messages with your crush and that suddenly slows down or stops, there is probably a reason for it. It’s possible that something else is going on, but if this change is consistent for several weeks it might be because they are busy messaging someone else. You could also ask them directly if everything is okay. Maybe they’re having a hard time or are overwhelmed with school or work. If you’re close friends, it could be worth bringing it up. If your crush is continually talking about a new person, it could be because they are attracted to or interested in them. If the same name keeps creeping up every time you interact, pay attention—this could be the sign you’re looking for. It’s totally possible your crush doesn’t even realize they’re doing this....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evalúa cambios con respecto a qué tan malhumorado está cuando está contigo. Observa cómo actúa cuando te ve en persona. Presta atención a la cancelación de los planes como señal de que le gusta otra persona. Observa qué tan rápido (o lento) responde a tus mensajes. Evalúa qué tan seguido menciona otro nombre durante las conversaciones.


If you and your doctor jointly decide that it is in your best interest to proceed with testosterone replacement therapy, you will next need to decide how you would like to receive the testosterone. Testosterone replacement therapy is available in the form of injections, pellets, patches, or gels. One of the simplest ways to receive your testosterone is through your skin. There are patches you can apply through transdermal application (for absorption through your skin) - these are generally applied daily in small doses so that you are receiving testosterone on a regular basis.  You can also apply a testosterone gel to your skin, if you prefer that to a patch. Patches may also be placed inside your mouth for absorption through the oral mucosa. The route of administration that you choose will depend on your personal preference. Another option is to receive testosterone injections every one to three weeks. The shot is normally given into your gluteal muscle (the buttock). This can be done at your family doctor's office.  You can also have testosterone pellets inserted into your soft tissues. The advantage of an injection or a pellet is that it can be done less frequently, and it is not something that you will have to remember on a daily basis. The downside, however, is that it's a slightly more invasive method than simply absorbing testosterone through your skin. Again, your chosen route of administration will depend on your personal preference. Some people may wonder why testosterone therapy is not offered via pills. The reason for this is that it is thought that testosterone taken orally, and absorbed via your intestines, can put strain on your liver. To avoid this possible stress to your liver, either transdermal (through the skin) methods, or injections or implantations are preferred by medical professionals.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge una vía de administración. Recibe testosterona a través de la piel. Haz que te inyecten o implanten la testosterona en el cuerpo. Ten en cuenta el riesgo de recibir testosterona por vía oral.


If you and your parents feel it is necessary, you may want to seek out the services of a family counselor that can help you and your parents work through some of your more difficult feelings.  Counselors can offer suggestions for things you and your parents can do to reconnect after so many years apart. Working with a counselor can help ensure your conversations don’t stray into unproductive or hurtful territory like blaming one another and not trying to understand each other’s feelings. Giving your parents validation for their presence in your life can help strengthen the new bonds that you are creating.  Ask them for advice on things they know a lot about, or let them help you with a project around the house.  Giving a productive reason for continued interaction with your parents can help you establish new and beneficial emotional connections with them. Your parents likely want to help, so by making subtle gestures like simply asking their opinions on what new car to buy, what color to paint your living room or where to get a good deal on a new grill can make them feel like they’re bringing something positive to the table. As your new relationship develops with your parents, remember that positive relationships are two way streets.  You may want your parents to be there for you as they haven’t been in a long time, but they may also be struggling with emotions that they aren’t sure how to deal with.  Be patient and understanding when your parents open up to you about their struggles. Say things like, “I’m here for you, that’s what family is for,” to emphasize the bond you are recreating with them and that it’s a relationship you are willing to work to maintain. Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither are good relationships.  There will be challenges, hurt feelings, and maybe even arguments as you work to re-build your bond with your parents.  Allow your relationship to develop as slowly as it needs to, and allow your parents (and yourself) an opportunity to take a step back and process your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Considera ir a terapia. Dale validez a su presencia en tu vida. Apóyalos. Mantén expectativas realistas.


If you and your partner are unsure about what a healthy weight range is, you should suggest consulting a doctor. The doctor can evaluate your partner’s BMI (Body Mass Index) and give you health related information based on the BMI. Being above or below a normal weight range can put someone at risk for different medical conditions.  Some medications and conditions such as hypothyroidism and PCOS can cause excessive weight gain or loss. If you are unsure how to suggest this, try saying something like “We’ve discussed weight a few times now, and neither of us seem to be sure what a healthy weight would be. Maybe it would help if we asked your doctor.” Sometimes weight changes may result from challenges like work pressures (stress), depression or anxiety. Weight changes can also be associated with sadness and loss, such after the death of a loved one or the loss of a job. Talking to a health professional can help sort out mental health issues as well as physical ones. If your doctor determines that the weight change is related to mental health, they may recommend therapy with a counselor. There are many counselors that specialize in weight related topics. Whether your partner’s weight changes are related to a medical issue or a lifestyle issue, a change in diet may be in order. A nutritionist can suggest exactly what changes to make, and how to implement them slowly and effectively. Your partner’s doctor can refer them to see a nutritionist if they think it will be beneficial. Radical changes in diet should only be considered when medical professionals deem it absolutely necessary. Otherwise, slow consistent changes are more likely to stick in the long run.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Sugiere una evaluación médica. Toma en cuenta la salud mental de tu pareja. Pide que la deriven a un nutricionista.


If you and your spouse have been separated for quite some time, chances are you've already decided who gets what. If that's your situation, there's no need to go into specific detail in the section of your agreement that divides property and debts. For example, you might write "The parties agree that their marital property and debts are minimal, and have already been divided to their mutual satisfaction." In a divorce, your marital property is divided between the two of you. However, your separate property is not divided and remains the sole property of the spouse who originally owned it. If there is any separate property of significant value, list it for each spouse.  For example, suppose you had a mint-condition 1963 Porsche 911 that you bought several years before you and your spouse got married. That car is your separate property and should be acknowledged as such in your settlement agreement. If joint assets are used to maintain or improve separate property, the judge may decide it's actually marital property and needs to be split fairly. However, if you both acknowledge it as separate property you can avoid this. If you and your spouse own a home, land, or other real property, decide what's going to happen to it. If one of you is going to stay in the house, you may want to get the other spouse's name off the deed.  For example, suppose you and your spouse bought a home in your first year of marriage. You have a mortgage for $150,000 and $80,000 equity in the home. If you and your spouse agree that your spouse will stay in the home, your agreement will need to cover getting your name off the deed and mortgage. Deciding what to do with a home or other real estate can be one of the most difficult and expensive parts of getting a divorce. However, keep in mind that if you go to court without an agreement, the judge may order the property sold. If either you or your spouse has any interest in keeping the property, it's worth the time and effort to come to an agreement about it. Your marital assets include...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa una divulgación simple, en el caso de que la propiedad sea mínima o ya la hayan dividido. Identifica los bienes separados adquiridos antes del casamiento. Discute sobre los bienes inmuebles separados de los bienes personales. Proporciona una lista de los bienes que recibirá cada parte. Incluye una lista de las deudas que cada una de las partes haya acordado pagar.


If you are a Westerner new to living in Japan, there are things you'll need to adjust to. Above all, Japanese apartments tend to be much smaller than their Western equivalents. The walls are thinner. This makes it so that sound carries between apartments easier. In addition, most older Japanese buildings do not have Western toilets. Instead, they have "squatter" toilets. If you're new to living in Japan, this may take some getting used to. Many Japanese apartments won't come with any sort of furniture. Much like the West, outlets like IKEA and even Craigslist are perfect for finding furniture at a relative discount. In addition, because there are many foreigners staying in Japan for a fixed amount of time, some rental agencies will rent you the furniture for a given amount of time. This way, you won't have to buy the furniture new. Regulations and discipline are highly regarded in Japanese culture. Each apartment contract should have its regulations listed. Talk to your landlord if you're unsure. Japanese society values its peace and quiet. There is an understanding that you won't play music or be loud during the day or night. If you need to let loose, you may do so in a public area. Residences should be seen as places of rest rather than recreation. Above all, a successful stay in a Japanese apartment will be defined by how well you get along with fellow tenants in the building. Go out of your way to treat others with respect, and do what you can to accommodate them. Chances are the other tenants will offer you the same respect in turn. If you are a Westerner planning on coming to Japan to stay, be aware of some of the negative stereotypes the Japanese people may have. Some Japanese see foreigners as unnecessarily crude and loud. If you show them how polite you can be, you'll force them to rethink this position.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepárate para las diferencias entre los alojamientos japoneses y los occidentales. Consigue muebles. Conoce las normas y reglas de tu nuevo departamento. Limita el ruido y sonido. Sé cortés con los demás inquilinos.


If you are a beginning guitar player, make sure you have the correct technique down. Pressing the strings too lightly or placing your finger too far behind the fret may cause buzzing. If a string is vibrating against the fret even on an open strum, one solution is to raise the strings higher above the fretboard. Most modern electric guitars have a bridge that can easily be adjusted using an allen wrench — and may even have controls for individual strings. If you can't figure out how to do this, look for an online video covering this process for your exact model of guitar. Acoustic or classical guitars typically have an ivory or plastic "saddle" at the bridge instead. You'll need to replace this piece with a higher saddle to raise the action. Note that adjusting the bridge will alter the intonation of the guitar. Hold the body of the guitar, leaving the neck free, and point the top of the neck toward your eyes. Close one eye and look down the bass and treble sides of the wood to check for small bends. If your neck is bent, the truss rod inside the neck needs adjusting. (Most classical guitars do not have truss rods, but these should be built so the risk of warping is low.)  For another test, lay a straightedge perpendicular to the frets. If the neck is straight, the straightedge should be able to touch every fret at once.  You can also try sliding a piece of paper under the strings. If the paper catches on one string but not the others, the neck is probably bent. If your neck seems bent, you may need to adjust the truss rod inside the neck, or re-shim the neck where it meets the body. These repairs can easily damage your guitar if not performed correctly. Take your instrument to a guitar repair shop unless you have the proper tools and experience to adjust it yourself.  A luthier (guitar repair technician) can usually adjust a truss rod within 24 hours, and may charge anywhere from US $30 to $300. This can get more expensive if other repairs are required. If you find someone willing to do a quick adjustment...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon tu técnica a prueba. Eleva la acción. Comprueba si hay un mástil torcido. Haz que un profesional ajuste el mástil (recomendado). Revisa las ranuras del hueso. Repara los trastes usados. Eleva la cuerda que causa el zumbido con un pedazo de papel. Baja la pastilla. Revisa las cuerdas. Busca objetos sueltos encima o dentro de la guitarra.


If you are a business owner looking for help turning your business around, complete the application for Lemonis’ TV show The Profit. To complete the application, fill in your business and personal information and complete short responses to questions about your business.  Complete biographic information like your name, address, phone number, and email address. Fill in business information like your website, gross income for 2017, product/service description, business address and phone number, and social media links. While there is no guarantee your business will be selected, Marcus Lemonis does look through every application to see if it is a match for his show. Fill in your name, email, and phone number, and upload a copy of your business plan. You can leave a comment for Marcus, explaining in more detail why you are sending him your plan. If Marcus is interested in your ideas for a possible partnership, investment, or corporate consulting, he will contact you via phone or email.  You can write a comment like, “Hi Mr. Lemonis. This is the business plan I’ve been working on for years. I think I have really creative, unique ideas that you will appreciate. Please get back to me with your thoughts and opinions. Thanks!” Marcus may not get back to you, but leaving a comment increases your chances that he will email you back. You can find his upcoming events by following his social media accounts. He posts different events and locations where he is scheduled to speak. When he comes to an area near you, attend the event, and look for ways to meet Lemonis. If you meet him, mention your business ideas and your contact attempts.  At most of his small events, even if the event is crowded, Marcus often allots time to meet and take photos with every guest there. While there is no guarantee you will meet him, it does happen at many events. Try to meet him after the event is over or during question and answer sessions. Marcus Lemonis does not have an event page on his website, but he often lists his events on social media....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Postula para participar en “El Socio” (“The Profit”) en http://www.theprofitcasting.com/application/. Envíale tu plan de negocios a Marcus en su página oficial. Asiste a un evento esperando encontrarte con Lemonis y hablar de negocios. Continúa enviándole correspondencia con Lemonis para recordarle tus ideas.


If you are a business with a few years of operations, your revenue forecasting process will involve examining previous years' revenues and making adjustments for the upcoming year. If you are a new startup with no business experience, you will need to estimate your total sales, price per product, and do market research to see what a business of your size can expect to earn.  Remember that revenue forecasts are rarely accurate. The point is to provide the best possible estimate using the knowledge you have.  Always be conservative. This means assume you will receive sales volumes and pricing on the low end of the possible range. This is especially important for new businesses. Examine businesses in your region that provide similar goods or services. Take note of the prices of their products or services.  For example, assume you are opening a therapy practice. Therapists in your region may charge $100 to $200 per hour. Compare your qualifications, experience, and service offerings to your competition, and estimate your price. You may decide $100 is wise. If you offer multiple products and services, make sure to research prices for those too. Sales volumes are how much of your product you sell. Your revenues are equal to your price per good/service multiplied by the number of goods or services you provide. You will therefore need to estimate how much of your good/service you will sell over the course of the year.  Do you have any customers or contracts lined up? If so, include these. You can then assume referrals from customers and advertising will add to these volumes over the year. Compare to existing businesses. If you have colleagues who have established businesses, ask them what their volumes were like early on. For a therapy practice, your colleagues may tell you during their first year they averaged about 10 client hours a week. Look at what drives sales volumes. If you are opening a therapy practice, for example, your reputation, referrals, and advertising will bring in people. You could decide that...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Considera tu posición actual. Realiza una investigación de mercado para determinar el precio de los productos o servicios. Estima los volúmenes de ventas. Utiliza una información pasada.


If you are a bystander to a power line falling on someone else's car, or come back to see that a power line has fallen on your car, do not approach within 50 feet (15.2) of the power line. Getting close to the scene is extremely dangerous, and there are ways that you can help without getting hurt. If you witness a power line fall on someone else's car, instead of approaching the vehicle, yell to the person in the car. Ask them if they are okay, and tell them to avoid touching the frame or interior of the car.  Say something like, "Hello, are you okay?" When they respond, and if their car isn't on fire, yell over, "I know what to do in this situation. Stay in your car and try not to touch the frame of the car or any metal parts of your car, since they can be charged with electricity. I'm calling 911 right now, so help will be here soon. As long as you stay in your car, you'll be fine!" If their car is on fire, say, "Your car is on fire, so you need to get out quickly and carefully! Turn slowly toward the door of your car without touching the frame of the car. Open the door handle without touching any other part of the door. Swing it open, then jump out so that you land on both feet. Shuffle away from the car, and keep both feet on the ground at all times. I'm calling 911 right now, so just focus on getting out of the car carefully!" Be reassuring and let them know that you know what to do. Let them know that as long as they follow your instructions, they will be safe and unhurt. Also let any approaching cars or pedestrians know what has happened and warn them not to get within 50 feet of the line. If you haven't already, yell over to the person in the car that you are calling 911. If they want you to call for them or are unresponsive, dial 911 and tell the respondents the situation and location. If you come back to your car to see that a power line has fallen on it, call 911 so that they can deactivate the line and make your car safe to drive again. Stay at the scene until the dispatchers arrive. If you have...

TL;DR in Spanish:

No te acerques a una línea eléctrica o a un auto. Grítale a la persona que se encuentra en el vehículo. Llama al servicio de emergencias. Quédate hasta que lleguen los especialistas.


If you are a chronically jealous person, then the chances are that you feel that you are not a person who is worthy of admiration because you are not exciting, interesting, or dynamic. It's time to work on making yourself into a person who has no reason to be jealous because you're so happy with who you are.  Here's what to do:  Develop your self-confidence. Write down all the things you love about yourself and make a list of your flaws. Work to address as many flaws as you can, and you will start feeling better about who you are. If you feel better about being in your own skin, you will be much less likely to be jealous. One of the most common reasons to be jealous is for material reasons. If you're jealous of a friend who has a lot of money, or whose family has a lot of money, while you do not, you should accept that you won't be able to buy all of the things she can. Instead, make your money count. Save up your money to buy just a few key items for your wardrobe or apartment that will make you feel good about what you have. Work on your body. If you're jealous of your friend because of his rock-hard abs, start hitting the gym more often in order to reach that goal. Remember that, while everyone is born with a unique body, you still have a lot of control over how that body looks. However, if you think that everyone around you looks better than you do and that there's nothing you can do to change that, then you may have body image problems and should seek help from a doctor. Remember to be yourself. You won't beat your jealousy if you're obsessed with doing what your friends do, looking like your friends, or having the same relationship your friend has. No two people are alike, and you'll only feel worse if you're trying to emulate someone else. Though different people should inspire us in different ways, don't forget that you are a unique individual and never compare yourself to anyone else. You may be jealous of others because you can't stand the things you do on a daily basis. To avoid this, you should be...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mejora lo que eres. Mejora lo que haces. Mejora tus relaciones.


If you are a complete beginner, you can start by purchasing an inexpensive plastic recorder. Plastic recorders are usually used for teaching school children, as they require very little effort to maintain.  Once you have mastered the basics and you are still interested in playing, you can consider upgrading to a more expensive, wooden version. Wooden recorders tend to have a more pleasant tone than their plastic counterparts, but are considerably more difficult to care for. Both wooden and plastic recorders can be found at good musical instrument stores, or online. Recorders usually come in three parts, the top part which has the mouthpiece, the middle part with finger holes and the bottom part which has a bell shape. Gently twist the pieces together.  The bottom piece should be turned so the hole is slightly to the right when viewed as you would play it. Some recorders, typically those used in schools, are only one piece. Pick up the recorder and place the mouthpiece on your lips. Gently hold it between your lips and balance it with your fingers. Remember to put your left hand at the top.  The back side with one hole should face you. The front side should face away from you. Do not bite the mouthpiece or allow it to touch your teeth.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra una flauta dulce. Arma la flauta dulce. Aprende a sostener la flauta dulce.


If you are a family that communicates openly, honestly, and regularly, you will need to put those attributes to use to care for your loved one with AD.  If you aren’t such a family, you’ll need to work on developing those skills as well.  You have to have an open, frank, and ongoing discussion about your loved one’s care needs, plans, and wishes.  In the best case scenario, you will hold this discussion while the person diagnosed with AD can still be a full participant.  He or she should be given the opportunity to express his or her care preferences, along with questions, concerns, and fears. This is an important enough conversation that a separate, single focus family meeting should be scheduled.  Don’t try to shoehorn it in before dessert at Thanksgiving dinner. Have a calm discussion about what type of care is needed for both the present and future. Having this conversation will provide a base for avoiding confusion in the future. Have your family think about their schedules, as well as how to adapt them and coordinate with the primary caregiver for holidays and vacations. Each family member should consider their own strengths and skills that they can offer. Be sure to show appreciation, reassurance, and positivity to the primary caregiver. This person needs a special amount of support. Think about your family's current limits financially, emotionally, and personally. Consider getting a professional care manager. These people are usually licensed nurses or social workers specializing in care for older adults. Almost inevitably, one person (often a spouse or child) becomes the single primary caregiver for a loved one with AD, no matter how involved others intend to be.  Try to divide responsibilities among family members fairly, but also accept that practical matters like available time, proximity, and individual skills must play key roles in the process.  For instance, a sister who lives 100 miles away should probably not be the day-to-day primary caregiver, while a brother who can’t balance his own...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúnanse. Repártanse las responsabilidades de una manera práctica. Asegúrate de abordar los asuntos legales, financieros y sanitarios. Manténganse unidos para enfrentarse a los cambios y los desafíos ocasionados por la enfermedad. Pasen tiempo en familia.


If you are a frequent swimmer or if you use many different hair products every day, you may need to use the clarifying shampoo weekly. Pair it with a deep conditioning treatment, such as a hair mask, to avoid extensive damage. A hair mask is a deep conditioner that you can use once a week to hydrate your hair. Apply the mask to wet hair, and brush it through with a wide-toothed comb. Leave it on for between two and fifteen minutes before washing it out. Most people will need to use a clarifying shampoo no more than once every two weeks. This schedule will allow you to benefit from its cleansing properties without over-drying or damaging your hair. Clarifying shampoos use sulfates to cleanse your hair. During the rest of the month, you may want to use a sulfate-free shampoo to reduce your exposure to these harsh and irritating chemicals. This will prevent further damage to your hair. Look for a shampoo that will hydrate your scalp as it cleans. If your hair is dry or if it is dyed, you do not need to use a clarifying shampoo more than once a month. If you use it more often, you risk breaking your strands or fading your color. A day or two before you get your hair dyed, you should use clarifying shampoo to remove excess oils. This will help the color stick to your stands. Do not use it the same day as a color treatment, however, as you want a little bit of natural oil in your hair.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplícalo una vez a la semana si practicas natación o usas productos capilares. Lávate el cabello con el champú aclarador dos veces al mes si tienes cabello normal o grasoso. Aplícalo una vez al mes si tienes cabello seco o teñido. Usa el champú antes de aplicarte un tratamiento de color.


If you are a metal band, and indie-rock type of name doesn't fit the bill. You want someone who has never heard your band before to know exactly what you'll sound like, just from your name. Acid Meltdown might be a great band name, but it's probably better for a psych-rock band than a black metal outfit. After you've settled on a couple of names you think you like, start shopping them around to friends. Ask if they think Roller Derby Crash sounds like a good name for your new pop-punk outfit. Listen to their feedback and see what they have to say. Ask friends who are already in a band ask them how they got their band name. Also when you decide on your band name consult family and friends to see if they think it sounds cool, catchy and appropriate for the genre you play. Maybe you're not crazy about naming your band Asterisk Wonderland, but all your bandmates are crazy about it. You might be willing to go along with it now, but it could become a problem down the road if you're not happy. It's important to address any issues when they come up, so you don't end up resenting your band. If you're embarrassed about saying your name to anyone at all, then it's not the right name. This might exclude names with swear words in, names that insult any particular person or party, and anything sexually explicit. One of the tough things about picking a band name is that there have been lots of great ones picked already, and it can be tough to find a good one. The Warlocks? Sorry, try again. The Black Plague? Too late. Doberman? Taken. Fortunately, there's a simple and free database of band names that you can register with first, to make sure nobody else takes it. Go to http://www.bandname.com and look up your favorites. A lot of bands like to use some sort of formula to come up with a name. Each member thinks of a random word or maybe you try to force a phrase that ties you altogether. But it won't feel right. Remember, you are stuck with this band name for the rest of your musical career. Make it a good one that fits. ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge un nombre que vaya de acuerdo a tu sonido. Recibe unas cuantas críticas. Asegúrate de que a todos los integrantes de la banda les guste el nombre. Registra el nombre de tu banda y asegúrate de que el registro sea gratuito. No lo fuerces.


If you are a new parent, it may seem hard to get enough sleep while taking care of the baby. If you and your partner are having trouble getting enough sleep, split up the night shifts. Alternate nights with each other, so that you are responsible for waking up with the baby one night and then your partner is responsible the next night.  This can help you get a few nights of adequate sleep a week, which is better than none. You can even have the person who is staying up with the baby sleep in a separate room so you get more undisturbed sleep. In order for you and your partner to get at least some solid hours of sleep per night, you can also try taking shifts. Split the night into two equal shifts, where you take one shift and your partner takes the other. This way, you will be responsible for your child while your partner sleeps soundly and vice versa. For those late night feeding sessions, pump your milk before you go to sleep. This way, you won't have to wake up each time your baby needs to feed and your partner can handle it some during the night. One way to get more sleep is to go to bed when your baby does. This way, you get more sleep before she wakes up for the first time. This may be hard with how much you have to do in a day, but if you find yourself with a serious sleep deficit, this can help you and your partner get some much needed sleep during those first hours when she is sleeping soundly. . To help your baby sleep better at night, you may choose to sleep with him in the bed with you. This can help him feel more comfortable at night, wake up less when he is just fussy, and help him only wake up when he is hungry. There are some hazards to having your baby sleep with you, so make sure you ask your pediatrician if there are guidelines you need to follow before you do this.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Alterna con otra persona por las noches. Túrnense. Prepara la leche con anticipación. Ve a dormir cuando el bebé lo haga. Duerme con tu bebé.


If you are a supervisor or owner of an organization, you should take steps to make your workplace drug free. Create rules and regulations that are discussed with each employee. This way, when you do have a situation with an employee, you have clear steps in place to deal with the issue. One issue to think about is whether your workplace will engage in drug testing to be sure that employees are drug-free. These rules should be clearly stated and should include information about:  How employees will be terminated if they are caught with drugs in the office. How employees are not allowed to drink or smoke anywhere on the premise, unless at a company function that allows for those substances to be consumed. How employees will be terminated if they come to work while under the influence. One way to ensure that you office is a drug-free workplace is to set up random drug tests. When a person is hired at your company, alert them to the fact that random drug tests can occur and that they will be asked to leave the company if any illegal drugs are found in their system. Wait a few weeks before enacting this rule. This time will allow any current drug users to amend their ways and seek help if needed. The consequences of abusing drugs must be made clear to all employees and should be implemented without exception. Of course, the punishments will vary, depending on your company, demands, environment, etc. Try to create consequences that are fair but serious.  For instance, you may ask a person to resign as a harsh consequences of drug abuse. On the other hand, you may choose to cut a person’s salary if they are found with drugs. To help keep your work environment safe, teach your employees how to recognize the signs that someone is abusing drugs. You could run seminars for your employees, or hang up signs with the major signs that may mean that someone is abusing drugs. Stress is one reason that may lead someone to begin to abuse drugs. Because of this, it is important to teach your employees stress management as a way...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deja en claro las reglas sobre el consumo de drogas en el trabajo. Piensa en crear un programa de pruebas antidopaje. Deja en claro las consecuencias. Educa a tus empleados sobre las señales del abuso de drogas. Enseña el manejo del estrés.


If you are a teenager who has sore breasts, you are more than likely going through puberty. This means that your breasts are growing and your menstrual cycle is getting under way. It is normal to experience sore breasts at this time. Common symptoms include:  Tenderness in your breast, especially in the nipple area. This can be caused by hormonal changes and by wearing a bra that is too tight, or sleeping with a bra on. Feeling like you have heavy breasts. As fat and duct cells increase in your breasts, their tissue content also increases. Experiencing a warm feeling in your breasts. This occurs because multiple reactions are occurring at the cellular level, when hormones act on the glands and cells. See your doctor if the pain is very sharp or constant, is getting worse, or interferes with your daily activities. Doctors do not normally require full breast examinations until after the teenage years. However, it is a good idea to get in the habit of performing self-examinations of your breasts, especially if you experience soreness in the area. An exam will help you discover the issue in the rare event that you have a major problem. Sometimes you might feel a lot of lumps in your breast; this is caused by estrogen during your period. During puberty, you may also notice harmless lumps (such as breast buds) that are a normal part of your breast development. If you find a hard, unmoving lump, however, or if you are concerned, see your doctor for an examination. If you notice any pus or blood coming from your nipple while you are also experiencing sore breasts, you should go to a doctor. Pus or blood suggests an underlying infection, usually treatable with antibiotics. If there is localized (meaning in just one spot) tenderness and warmth in any part of your breast, it could mean you have an infection. This localized tenderness does not necessarily need to be accompanied by pus or blood. Instead, you may notice a part of your breast that is red, painful, or swollen. Antibiotics are prescribed to combat infections,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce los síntomas de un dolor de senos común causado por la pubertad y el ciclo menstrual. Hazte una autoevaluación de senos regular. Haz que un doctor te vea si sientes un bulto en tu seno. Habla con tu doctor si observas sangre o pus. Mantente atenta a otros signos de infección. Toma antibióticos si tus senos te duelen debido a una infección. Habla con tu doctor o uno de tus padres si podrías estar embarazada.


If you are a woman and you have a crush on your female best friend, it's natural to wonder if you have a chance. Before you start with the leading questions, though, ask yourself what your goal is:  Attraction often gets in the way of friendship, and it won't go away if you find out your friend is straight. Sometimes bringing it into the open is what you need to do, regardless of how your friend feels. On the other hand, if the feelings are not mutual (and they usually aren't), the friendship could end. If this would devastate you, and you don't have a support network to help you out (especially if you are in the closet), it might not be a good idea to continue. Spend at least a couple weeks apart from your friend instead to try and cool down and pick up the friendship at a less intense level. If you are unsure of your sexuality, or you are straight but have a crush on your friend, focus on yourself instead of her. Look for LGBT resources online or at an LGBT community center to help you figure out your identity. Wishful thinking can always cloud your judgement when romance is involved. If your friend has dated men in the past or told you about her crush on a guy, it's very likely that she's straight.  There are no obvious signals that mean someone is a lesbian, especially if she is in the closet. Trying to analyze your friend this way is nearly impossible, especially when attraction is clouding your judgement. If your friend is attracted to you, she may initiate prolonged physical contact (long hugs, for example) or ask to see you constantly. Unfortunately, it is difficult to tell this apart from close female friendships, especially if she is responding to your own desire for close contact. If at all possible, talk to a trusted friend about the situation (preferably someone you can come out to or have already). He or she will have a less biased perspective on whether your friend is interested in you, and can talk you through your feelings. Continue only if you have decided that this is important enough to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina tu objetivo. Reconoce las señales de la sexualidad de tu amiga. Habla con un confidente. Evalúa su nivel de comodidad con los temas LGBTQ. Revélale tu orientación a tu amiga Menciónale tus sentimientos de manera breve. Deja que ella tenga la última palabra.


If you are a woman and you have reason to suspect you may be at risk for gonorrhea, get tested. Many women who are infected do not have any symptoms, or symptoms so non-specific as to be mistaken for other conditions. Gonorrhea requires medical treatment. If left untreated, it can cause numerous serious health problems, including chronic pain and infertility in both men and women. Eventually, untreated gonorrhea can be spread to the blood and joints, which can be a life-threatening condition. Your medical provider will take a urine sample or will swab your cervix, vagina, rectum, urethra, or throat — wherever gonorrhea is suspected. There are several tests that can be done, all of which look for the neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. If you are giving a urine sample, be sure not to urinate for at least 2 hours prior to the test. You want to make sure that the bacteria hasn’t been flushed out before taking the test. Most tests can be completed in a couple of days. In some cases, gonorrhea can have lasting effects. Women may experience cervicitis, tubo-ovarian abscesses, or even ectopic pregnancies. Men may face continued pain along their epididymis (the duct that connects the testicles to the vas deferens) for up to six weeks after initial infection. The standard treatment for gonorrhea is a 250 mg  injection of ceftriaxone along with 1g of azithromycin, which is taken orally. A 400mg single dose of cefixime may be given along with 1g of azithromycin if ceftriaxone is not available.  Since some strains of gonorrhea have become resistant to these medicines, you may receive additional antibiotics to treat gonorrhea. You will need to get tested for gonorrhea again in about four weeks to determine if the treatment worked or if you need to be treated with another type of medicine. You will also need to be retested every time you change sexual partners. You want to be certain that the disease has cleared your system to avoid further transmission.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz que te examine un médico. Hazte estudios. Habla con tu médico sobre las posibles complicaciones. Toma medicamentos. Espera al menos siete días después de haber terminado con tu tratamiento para volver a tener sexo.


If you are a woman seeking to prevent pregnancy without using a condom, one of the most common options is to take hormonal birth control pills. These are available from your family doctor; the pills are composed of either a blend of estrogen and progesterone, or just progesterone. You normally take one per day for 21 days followed by seven days of "sugar pills" (during which your body experiences a "withdrawal bleed" in place of a period).  There are a variety of different birth control formulations, and you can speak to your family doctor about the different options to determine which one is best for you. The advantage of taking birth control pills is that they are 91% effective in preventing pregnancy (and even more effective when used at exactly the same time every day without missing any doses). If you are a man having sex with a woman and not wanting to get her pregnant, you can ask her if she is regularly taking birth control pills. The downside of this method of contraception for men, however, is that you are relying on taking the woman's word for it, and also trusting that she has been taking them daily and not accidentally missing doses. An IUD is a small, T-shaped device that is inserted through your vagina into your uterus (where it sits for the next number of years and functions as birth control). They are over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy.  IUDs available include: the Mirena, Skyla, and Lilletta IUDs, and the Copper IUD. The Mirena IUD is hormone-based. It is more expensive and lasts up to five years; however, the benefit is that it decreases menstrual cramps and bleeding. Skyla, and Lilletta IUDs are also hormone based and these last up to three years. The Copper IUD is not hormone-based. The pros are that it is cheaper and lasts up to 10 years; however, the downside is that your menstrual cramps and monthly bleeding may be increased. You may receive a prescription for an IUD from your family doctor. Your doctor can then set up an appointment to have it inserted, which usually only...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma píldoras anticonceptivas hormonales. Pide que te inserten un DIU (dispositivo intrauterino). Prueba otras opciones de anticonceptivos hormonales. Opta por un espermicida. Usa un método de barrera, como un capuchón cervical o un diafragma. Opta por la esterilización.


If you are afflicted by esophagitis, you should consider how your diet is contributing to the condition. Making some changes to your diet may help you overcome your esophagitis. Try the following strategies:  Eat several small meals during the day. Eliminate chocolate, mints and alcohol. Don’t eat any foods that give you an allergic response. Avoid foods high in acid and other foods that trigger your heartburn. Avoid stooping over or bending immediately after meals. This increases the pressure in the stomach and triggers reflux. Wait for at least three hours after eating to lie down or go to bed. Too much excess body weight can contribute to pressure on your abdomen. Talk to your doctor to determine a healthy weight for your body frame. Maintaining this weight will reduce pressure on the stomach and the lower esophageal sphincter. . Smoking can contribute to your chances of developing esophagitis. Give up smoking by making a plan to quit and using products to help you quit (such as nicotine gum or a nicotine patch). When your clothes are too tight, you may be putting added pressure on your stomach and lower esophageal sphincter. Go for clothes that fit properly or slightly loosely. Find pants that fit your waist comfortably instead of pants with a tight waistband. Taking medications without drinking plenty of water with them can cause irritation to the lining of the esophagus and trigger esophagitis. Some of these medication include tetracycline, doxycycline, alendronate, ibandronate and vitamin C. Take all medication with plenty of water to reduce the irritation to the esophagus. When you elevate the head of your bed, your head will be higher than your chest, causing acid to stay in your stomach. Place wooden blocks under the head of the bed to elevate it. Do not use pillows to elevate your head. This causes you to bend in the middle, both increasing the pressure on the abdomen and increasing the potential for back and neck problems.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cambia tus hábitos alimentarios. Mantén un peso saludable. Deja de fumar Usa ropa cómoda. Toma los medicamentos con abundante agua. Duerme con la cabecera elevada.


If you are an adult living at home, it can be difficult to balance your independence with your parents authority. Make it easier on yourself by honoring that they have the final say within their own house. This will ease any tension and keep your parents happy.  Help them around the house. You are an adult and should pull your own weight. Wash clothes, do yard work, or clean up the kitchen without having to be told. Respect house rules. If you know your parents would be uncomfortable with you doing something in the house, then opt to not do it. If they do not like your significant other staying over, then do not invite he or she over after a date. If they do not like alcohol in the house, only drink when you are not home, etc. You will not always agree with your parents way of doing things, but you must respect it. Do not force your way of doing things on them in their own home. This will just create problems. If you feel yourself getting frustrated, leave the situation before it escalates.  Talk to you parents after you have cooled off. If you try and talk to them during the heat of the moment, it could become a big problem. Wait until everyone has calmed down before you try and resolve any problems. Take responsibility for your wrongs. It is easy to blame the other person for doing something to you, but you also must consider how you contributed to the problem. You have to be mature and own up to your mistakes. Being able to do this will keep a happy relationship between you and your parents. Your parents spent many years raising you. Now, they probably want some time to themselves. A healthy sense of space from you will keep your parents happy while parenting you as an adult. If they are in a main room watching TV, let them have their alone time. Go to your room and shut the door so they can have their full privacy. Get out the house so they can have it to themselves. Being able to relax when nobody is around is a treat that they might not be given often. Stay overnight at a friend’s house to give them...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Respeta a tus padres. Evita las discusiones. Dales espacio. Hazte amigo de ellos. Discúlpate cuando tengas un mal comportamiento.


If you are an artist or you love to paint, you can use a toothbrush to introduce a new and unique texture into your work using your toothbrush as a paintbrush. This can be done with watercolors and acrylics. ” If your toothbrush has a hole in one end, you can remove the bristles, and use the remaining portion as a needle, of sorts, to thread runaway laces back through waistbands. You can take this one step further and create a large-scale needle by sharpening the end furthest from the hole. ” Attach your toothbrush's head (removed from the “stick” of the toothbrush) to a vibrating pager motor and watch as it crawls around. You could even make several bots, and conduct races with your friends or family.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea pinceladas interesantes. Crea una “aguja” grande. Crea un “robot de cerdas”.


If you are angry about something that one of your step-siblings has said or done, it is important to calm yourself down before you approach him or her. Otherwise, you may end up saying or doing something that you do not mean to, or even engaging in physical fighting with your step-sibling. You can use relaxation techniques to help yourself calm down, such as:  Doing deep breathing exercises. Imagining a calm place, such as a sunny beach or a lush forest. Doing some relaxing yoga poses. If you are upset about something that one of your step-siblings has said or done, then it is important to address the issue in a constructive way. You can do this by using direct, assertive communication. Simple things like arranging a time to talk and using “I” statements can help you to communicate more assertively with your step-sibling.  Ask your step-sibling when would be a good time to talk. Try saying something like, “Hey, I have something kind of important to discuss with you. Do you have some time to talk after dinner tonight?” Use “I” statements when you share your concern. Using “I statements will help to take the focus off of you step-sibling and this may prevent him or her from becoming defensive. For example, you might say something like, “I felt a little hurt by what you said to me at school today. I heard you tell someone that I was ‘annoying’ and that hurt my feelings.” Avoid accusing your step-sibling of trying to hurt you. Just explain how the event made you feel. Focus on your perspective, not your step-sibling’s perspective. After you have shared your feelings with your step-sibling, it will be your turn to listen. Make sure that there are no distractions by turning off the TV, closing your laptop, and putting away your cell phone.  Use your body language to show you are listening, such as by facing your step-sibling, making eye contact, and leaning in towards him or her. You can also show you are paying attention by nodding your head and asking questions if something is confusing. For example, you might...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Tranquilízate antes de abordar a tus hermanastros. Aborda los problemas de una manera directa y asertiva. Escucha la versión de tu hermanastro. Explica lo que te gustaría que ocurra en el futuro. No emplees la violencia física ni le pongas apodos.


If you are anxious, tell them so they can adapt your treatment.  Dentists and orthodontists are used to dealing with anxious patients. They will explain the procedure to you and help you handle your anxiety. They can also suggest ways to reduce your nervousness. This will provide a distraction for you and it can help to reduce your anxiety.   If you are more relaxed, you are less likely to be in a lot of pain. Breathe in slowly through your nose. Pause before exhaling slowly. Keep breathing slowly and steadily in a rhythm. Concentrate on this and you will be distracted from what the dentist is doing. Bring an iPod, phone, or music player with you and listen to music or a podcast.   Choose music that is calming, rather than something jarring and energetic. Alternatively, listen to an audiobook. Bring earbuds so other patients can't hear your music. Make a playlist ahead of time so you have enough music to last through your appointment. Some dentists or orthodontists may have televisions for you to watch during the procedure or music playing in the background to distract you. Some dentists' offices now have 3D virtual reality glasses, which you can wear to distract and entertain yourself during your entire procedure. Caffeine can make you more nervous and jittery.  It can also keep your dental anesthetic from working as well, so it might be more difficult for your gum and teeth to become numb.  Drinks that contain caffeine include coffee, tea, sodas, and energy drinks. Do drink plenty of water before your appointment. Make sure to avoid any sugary drinks or foods before your appointment too. The best time to address this problem is at the appointment before you go home.  Ask your dentist or orthodontist to trim or adjust any wires that are poking or scraping your mouth. If it is the brackets causing discomfort, ask your dentist to apply some dental wax to reduce any scraping. Remember that it is normal for your braces to feel tight and to have some throbbing in your teeth after the procedure.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Habla con el ortodoncista o dentista sobre el procedimiento. Haz respiraciones profundas antes y durante el procedimiento. Cierra los ojos y escucha música. Evita la cafeína antes de la cita. Asegúrate de que ninguno de los alambres te esté pinchando antes de salir.


If you are apologizing, it is because you or your company may have done something wrong, failed to communicate properly, or simply be involved in a misunderstanding. Whatever the case may be, the first step is recognizing and stating there is a problem. Be clear and specific when talking about what went wrong. This lets the recipient (your boss, customers, coworker) know that you see the problem, and understand it. ” Acknowledging that you were responsible is the most important part of the apology. It seems simple enough, but your apology will go a long way if you actually say that you are sorry for what happened.  Use “I” statements to get the apology across. “I’m sorry,” or “I deeply regret what I did.” This puts the focus on you, and what you did. Otherwise, it might sound as if you are blaming the other person. Make sure to avoid the non-apology, or apologizing for how someone else feels. Avoid statements like “I’m sorry if what I did upset you” or “I’m sorry you took that the wrong way.” When you do that, you aren’t actually apologizing for your actions, just the result, which suggests you didn’t so anything wrong. Try to help the recipient understand how the mistake happened. Even if it was just an oversight or error on your part, identifying the cause of your mistake is a way to tell the other person that you know what happened and can avoid doing it again in the future. One important part of this is to make sure the apology and explanation are separate from one another. While you want to make sure the recipient understands your intentions, the important thing is that you apologize first. Once that has been accepted, then you can move on to explaining yourself. If you are apologizing, then something has gone wrong. While your apology is a nice start, in order to maintain a good professional relationship it is important that you work with the recipient on finding a solution to the issue. The way you go about doing this depends on the nature of your mistake.  If you are a company apologizing to your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce el problema. Asegúrate de decir “lo siento”. Ofrece una explicación. Ofrece resolver el problema.


If you are approved to open your Taco Bell franchise, you will need to undergo the Taco Bell training program, along with any partners or expected future managers.  Training lasts six to eight weeks and you are responsible for any fees including travel and lodging costs. The Taco Bell training program focuses on the following four key areas:  Establishing key contacts. Building your restaurant. Building your team. Setting up a strong start for the restaurant. Opening a Taco Bell franchise will require you to manage the restaurant using specific protocols and methods that are determined by the corporation.  Certain personal arrangements may also be required of the person or persons starting the franchise.  Review some of the following obligations that you can expect:   Sell only the food, beverages or other items that are included in your franchise manual. You may be required to live within a certain distance of your franchise. The original franchisee may be approved to turn over their duties to a supervisor so long as that supervisor has completed the required training. The franchisee and his or her family may be excluded from participating in any way with other Mexican restaurant style food except for Taco Bells approved items. Taco Bell does not provide territory protection to those who are opening a new franchise.  However, Taco Bell does provide an “impact policy” which will take into account the impact your own or other's franchises may have on each other in a geographic area.  You store will be approved only if your impact on surrounding Taco Bell franchises is below a certain level. A Taco Bell representative will be able to give you exact levels of impact.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepárate para la capacitación. Prepárate para conocer las obligaciones. No esperes protección del territorio.


If you are around when your HVAC unit is installed, ask the technician what kind of filter it takes and how to install it. If you have a window unit, you may be able to talk to a representative from the store or company that supplied it and find out which filter to buy. Many air units have labels somewhere on the exterior that will say which kind of filter to buy. Check any visible parts of your unit for a label. Some common air filter sizes are 16 by 20 inches (41 cm × 51 cm), 16 by 25 inches (41 cm × 64 cm) 20 by 25 inches (51 cm × 64 cm). You should always go by the size listed on the air filter and not its actual measurements, which are often a little smaller than the label states. The best way to ensure that you get the right filter is to match it with the one already in use. Take out the current filter and see if it has a label or number. Take a picture of any information written on the filter and of the filter itself to help you match it in the store. You can also take the old filter itself to the store, but make sure you leave your unit turned off while the filter is removed. You should also look for the arrow marking on the outside of the filter and make a note of which way it’s pointing so you will know which way to install the new one. MERV stands for Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value, which essentially means how well it’s able to filter out small particles. However, filtering more effectively also means using more energy, so a higher rating will raise your energy bill. 6 is an average rating for filters, and a good compromise between effective filtering and affordability. If someone in your household is allergies or asthma, or if you believe there is an unusual amount of dust or other particles in your air, you may want to opt for a filter with a MERV rating between 7 and 12. This will cost you more in energy use, but will filter more effectively. This can be a good choice for someone with a large family or several pets.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pregunta a tu instalador de HVAC (sistema de ventilación, calefacción y aire acondicionado, por sus siglas en inglés) qué filtro usar. Busca una etiqueta en la unidad que indique qué filtro es el apropiado. Lleva una foto del filtro actual a la tienda. Elige un filtro con una calificación de MERV de al menos 6. Compra un filtro con una calificación MERV más alta si te preocupa la calidad del aire.


If you are asked to interview via Skype, it means that the admissions committee finds your application promising. If you treat the interview as a sign that you’re doing well, it will be less stressful. Most candidates where a shirt and tie or a simple blouse, but if you feel more comfortable in a full suit or business casual, that is fine, too. The most important thing is that you are comfortable, which will help you to relax and give a good interview. Make sure the background behind you is neat and orderly. If the room you are in is a mess, it will leave a bad impression with the interviewer. A few well-chosen books on the shelf behind you, on the other hand, can reinforce your image as a serious student. The interview is meant to be conversational, so scripted answers will not help you. Please, don’t memorize anything, but it is a good idea to have a basic idea about how you will answer some typical questions:  Why do you want to go to law school? What attracts you to Harvard Law, in particular? When did you decide to go to law school?  What do you see yourself doing when you graduate? The point of the interview is to learn about you as a person, not about your accomplishments. Avoid talking about your resume or listing examples found in your personal statement. You will score the most points with your interviewer if you come across as intelligent, curious, and fun to talk to. At some point, your interviewer will probably ask if you have any questions. You’ll need to have some ready, and because it’s important to have researched Harvard Law in advance, they shouldn’t be things that can be easily answered simply by browsing the University’s website. So instead of asking “what opportunities are there for gaining practical experience,” you might ask “I’m really interested in the Transactional Law Clinics; can you tell me more about how they work and build on classroom instruction?” The point of the question is not only to gather information, but also to show that you are intelligent and inquisitive.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Relájate. Viste ropa cómoda. Ordena tu entorno. Prepárate, pero haz que la entrevista parezca una conversación. Evita repetir lo que figure en tu currículum. Haz preguntas inteligentes.


If you are at a party or some social gathering, bring your two friends together so that they can physically meet each other. You can have one friend stay put while you track down the other one, or have one friend come with you while you look for the other one. Regardless, try to take them to place where you are able to introduce them. If one friend is being hesitant, say something like “I really want you to meet my friend Bob. He's the biggest Wings fan I know” or “I'm going to introduce you to this person that I think you'll like.” Once you have brought your friends together, introduce them to each other. You can choose to do the introduction and say their names, or let them do the introducing. However, it may be less awkward and more formal if you do the introducing.  Say something like “Bob, this is Barnaby Smith. Barnaby, this is Bob Robertson.” Use someone's full formal name when making an introduction, unless they prefer a nickname. Your friends will likely be curious about why you thought it necessary to introduce them to each other. You should explain your reason and let them know why you thought they would be friends. This is helpful because it gives them a point of commonality and an easy starting point for a conversation. Say something like “I thought I'd introduce you to each other because you are such big fans of the TV show Wings” or “you're both new to town so I thought I'd introduce you to each other.” Once you do the initial introduction and explanation, stick around to keep the conversation going. Meeting new people can be awkward, so you should stay and keep the conversation from fizzling out. If it slows down, mention other things that your friends have in common. Unless your two friends really hit it off and strike up a good conversation, do not leave right away. Be sure to stick around and nurse the friendship that you are trying to create.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne a tus amigos. Haz las presentaciones necesarias. Establece los motivos por los que has querido presentarlos. Quédate con ellos y facilita la conversación.


If you are at home, your computer should connect automatically. If you are working someplace other than home, such as an airport or coffee shop, you may need to manually connect to the Internet if you have not connected from that location before. Since you don’t have a VPN yet, be careful of which public Wi-Fi you connect to. It’s best to close any sensitive applications like email until you are secure. VPNs are offered in both paid and free versions, and both have merits. You may not need a full-scale VPN if you simply want to access Netflix or BBC iPlayer from different countries, or you want to make sure that your social login information is safe while at a coffee shop; you can get typically what you need from a free service. However, if you are looking for more comprehensive encryptions that hide all your activity from government surveillance or disallow data trackers from advertising companies, you may need a paid service.  Be aware of free services as some will add unwanted toolbars, third-party applications, and place third-party ads on websites you visit. There are plenty of trustworthy free VPN services like VPN Gate, TunnelBear, ProtonVPN, Windscribe, Cyber Ghost and Starter VPN. Note that most free options offer a data limit for free before charging you for more data, sell users data to third parties, add loads of in-app ads or label-free trial as a free plan. But some of the VPN services, such as ProtonVPN, as stated in their website, has no privacy-invading ads, no malware, no bandwidth limits, and do not secretly sell user data. However, it also has some limits, such as access to the servers and devices you can use simultaneously. Most VPNs also work across Windows, Mac, tablets, and smartphones. VPNs can also be used within a company to connect everyone privately and protect sensitive company data. Navigate to the website for your desired VPN. You should see a download button on the homepage, or a link in the page’s navigation bar for downloading. Click the download button and follow the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Enciende tu computadora y conéctate a Internet. Elige entre un software de VPN gratuito o de pago. Descarga la VPN deseada. Instala el software de la VPN. Lee los términos de uso.


If you are at risk of arrhythmia, there are medications that may be prescribed by your physician to control your heart rate. These are not over-the-counter drugs and are only available on prescription.  Anti-arrhythmic drugs: Beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, amiodarone and procainamide are some of the drugs that target Beta receptors and certain ionic channels located in the heart to normalize the heart rate as well as control blood pressure. Cardioversion is a procedure in which a cardiologist uses a machine to give the heart an electrical shock to help it conduct electricity within your heart and help restore a normal rhythm. This is done by placing patches or paddles on your chest and releasing the electric current into your chest. This can be used in non-emergency conditions to help correct arrhythmias, especially in the case of blocked pacemakers. A doctor can identify the specific area of the heart where  arrhythmias occur the most. With this procedure, your doctor threads catheters through your blood vessels to your heart. The catheters then emit extreme heat, extreme cold, or radio wave frequency to block the area of the heart that is causing the abnormal rhythm. Doctors may implant a pacemaker, which is a tiny device that is implanted in your body that facilitates electrical impulses to the damaged node in the heart to help it pump more slowly. Nodes are the source of the electrical impulses that help the heart to pump blood.  If the pacemaker feels an irregular heart rhythm, it emits an electrical impulse that stimulates your heart to beat correctly. Also ask about implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD). ICDs are very similar to a pacemaker except they help the ventricles, or lower portions, of you heart. They also emit electrical pulses to keep your heart at a correct rhythm when the normal rhythm falters.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma los medicamentos que se te hayan recetado. Conversa con tu médico acerca de la cardioversión. Sométete a una ablación por catéter. Considera la posibilidad de adquirir un marcapasos.


If you are at the point where you are trying to save your relationship, it's a good idea to call in professional help. A counselor can help you decipher what problems you have, especially if you can hardly stand to be in the same room together anymore. Being honest is a kind of vulnerability, and by being honest with your partner, you show that you trust him or her. Try opening up about what you're thinking and feeling. When you're vulnerable, you're inviting your partner in and asking him or her to be equally as honest. However, it's important to continue using "I" statements to tell how you feel instead of blaming the other person. For example, when you're talking to your partner, you shouldn't say, "You never put me first." Rather, you should say, "I sometimes feel neglected in the relationship." That way, you're telling how you feel rather than pointing fingers. Instead of each taking one side of an argument, it's important to work together. You should work together in your relationship, treating each other as teammates rather than enemies. However, you also need to work together when trying to solve problems. That means first agreeing on what the problem is.  Once you agree on what the problem is, you also need to talk about what both you are concerned about underneath the surface. That is, you may both have an idea in mind of what winning looks like, but if you are both set on winning, no one will win in the end. Instead, discuss why you want the solution you do.  You should also look for common ground in the problem and the solution. That is, if you're disagreeing about who should do what housework, at least you agree that the house needs more attention. That's a starting place. This step may be the hardest part, coming up with solutions you both can live with. That means agreeing on what you think the main problems are in the marriage and coming up with ways you can both work to make it better. Basically, you need to compromise. Blaming each other isn't going to help, as you've both contributed to the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Considera la posibilidad de asistir a consejería. Mantengan la honestidad mutua. Colabora con tu pareja. Discutan las soluciones. Aprendan a perdonar. Determinen lo que sucederá en el futuro. No olviden los límites.


If you are auditioning for a play, movie, or television show, you will need to choose a monologue that fits the character you are vying for. This will prove to the director that you're capable of playing that role. For example, if the role is comical, choose a funny monologue. If you are auditioning for a serious role, choose a more dramatic monologue. The piece you perform for an audition or class assignment should be active. It should not be a character telling a story or recalling a memory. For example, you can pick a piece where the character is pursuing something from another character, or discovering something for the first time. Try performing Claudio’s address to his sister in William Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure. You will be at your best if you are performing a piece that you are passionate about. Choose a character and a play that resonate with you. This will allow the audience or casting director to get to know you through the material. Consider performing Masha’s monologue about her future husband in Anton Chekhov’s The Seagull. You don’t want to show up to class or an audition and find out you will be performing the same monologue as several other actors. Trendy and popular monologues tend to be overdone, and you want to be unique. For example, you might want to stay away from performing a popular monologue from a recent movie or play. If you feel connected to a trendy or popular piece, you shouldn’t fret about it. Go ahead and perform the monologue confidently! If you are in doubt about what type of monologue you should perform, go for a lighter, more humorous piece. This may stand out in a sea of more dramatic, deeply emotional, or angry monologues. Being able to make the audience smile, or even laugh, can be a breath of fresh air for those experiencing your monologue. Try Trinculo’s speech in William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. When choosing a monologue, err on the shorter side. You might be allotted three minutes for your performance, but don’t feel pressured to fill every second of your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge un monólogo apropiado para el papel. Escoge un monólogo activo. Escoge un monólogo con el que te sientas conectado. Aléjate de los monólogos modernos o populares. Prueba una pieza graciosa y alegre. Selecciona un monólogo corto. Evita las piezas violentas, ofensivas o excesivamente sexuales.


If you are avoiding sexual contact and the thought of having sex causes you to feel excessive and unreasonable anxiety or panic, you should seek help from a professional therapist. This may be signs of a phobia rather than a normal fear response.  The physical symptoms of a phobia include: sweating, shaking, feeling lightheaded, and having difficulty breathing. A counselor can help you manage these symptoms and the condition. See a therapist if you have sexual abuse in your history, which may hinder your enjoyment of sexual activity. Talking with a counselor and processing those traumas will lead to a positive relationship with others. When everyone relaxes, everyone benefits. Approaching an intimate situation with a sense of calm will stave off fear, and enhance your enjoyment.  Relaxation techniques include guided imagery, biofeedback, and breathing exercises. These will help you lower the stress and fear you feel. Use these techniques prior to interacting with someone. Guided imagery involves focusing on calming images and can be done by yourself or with help from a therapist. Biofeedback is a technique that trains you to lower your heart rate and blood pressure, which are associated with fear. Breathing exercises help to calm the nervous system associated with the fight-or-flight response, which is triggered when you feel fear.  If fear takes a hold of you when you are with someone in an intimate situation, pause and take a minute to breath and tap into the relaxation skills you have learned. Your thoughts affect your emotions. There is a tendency to overestimate the negative outcomes before you experience them, and underestimate your ability to cope with and manage a situation. These thoughts are imbalanced and need to be challenged.  For example, you are extremely nervous and afraid that you will throw up on your date when you are kissing. Challenge the thought by saying, “You cannot predict the future and you have never thrown up on anyone. If you feel nauseous excuse yourself and go to the bathroom....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca un terapeuta. Aprende técnicas de relajación. Desafía tus pensamientos negativos.


If you are avoiding social contact or feel excessive and unreasonable amounts of anxiety or panic, consider seeking help from a professional therapist. There are times when a normal fear grows into a phobia and must be addressed. Consider selecting a therapist who practices treatment methods such as:  Systematic desensitization: A form of classical conditioning that removes a fear response and replaces it with a relaxation response.  Hypnotherapy: A form of communicating during hypnosis that facilitates a person’s imagination to alter thought patterns, feelings and sensations.  Neuro linguistic programming (NLP): An approach that explores the interplay between your mind, language and how it affects your body and your behavior.  Cognitive behavioral therapy: An approach that allows you to examine your thoughts and behaviors to determine ways to balance inaccuracies. It has been shown to be effective with managing anxiety and depression related to phobias. Relaxation helps lower your stress and fear. If fear takes a hold of you prior to or when you are in a private, work or social situation, pause and take a minute to breathe and tap into the relaxation skills you have learned. Relaxation techniques include:  Guided imagery: This involves focusing on calming images and can be done by yourself or with help from a therapist. Biofeedback: A technique that trains you to lower your heart rate and blood pressure, which are associated with fear. Breathing exercises: These help to calm the nervous system associated with the fight-or-flight response, which is triggered when you feel fear. Real change does not occur without identifying the emotional underpinnings of your behavior. Are you struggling with anxiety, stress, or depression? Work with the counselor to peel back the layers of events and emotions that have gotten you into the struggle.  Your fear may be anchored to a trauma that you experienced as a child or as an adult. Talking with a counselor and processing the trauma will help to re-frame and manage your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca un terapeuta. Aprende técnicas de relajación. Descubre las causas subyacentes. Reconoce los factores desencadenantes emocionales. Establece objetivos terapéuticos. Cambia tus sentimientos con respecto a la preocupación.


If you are awarded a bankruptcy discharge, you are no longer legally required to repay some kinds of debts.  This is a permanent order.  Creditors can take no further action against you to collect the debt.  They cannot communicate with you about the debt.  They can take no legal action against you. Unless there are any objections to the discharge, it is usually granted automatically.  Creditors, debtors and their attorneys all receive copies of the order of discharge. The amount of time it takes to get a discharge varies depending on the type of bankruptcy for which you file.  The court can deny a discharge if the petitioner does not complete the required credit counseling and debt education courses.  Exemptions from this requirement can be granted in some cases if the debtor is disabled or on active military duty.  In a Chapter 7 case, the discharge can happen within 60 days of the first 341 meeting, which is usually approximately four months from the date the debtor files for bankruptcy.  It may take longer if a creditor files a complaint objecting to the discharge or a motion to dismiss the case. In Chapter 13 cases, the court grants a discharge after the debtor completes all agreed-upon payments.  Since these payment plans last three to five years, it may take several years for the discharge to be granted. The kinds of debts that can be discharged vary depending on the kind of bankruptcy filed.  Congress determines the kinds of debts that cannot be discharged.  These decisions are based on public policy.  Debtors must still repay those debts that cannot be discharged.  The categories of debt that cannot be discharged include some taxes, spousal or child support, debts for personal injury, student loans, and debts owed for driving under the influence. Under Chapter 13, some debts can be discharged that would not be dischargeable under other chapters.  These include some taxes, some personal injury debts, and debts from property settlements during a divorce.  Petitioners can also file a hardship discharge...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprende el significado de la descarga. Comprende cuándo es posible obtener la rehabilitación. Prepárate para las deudas que no se puedan descargar. Comprende que la rehabilitación no siempre está garantizada. Considera pagar algunas de las deudas descargadas. Guarda copias de la rehabilitación emitida por el tribunal.


If you are away from home, eating out at a fast food restaurant often seems like a quick and easy way to have a meal when you're busy. However, it takes a lot of time to decide on a restaurant, wait in line to order, then wait for your food to be cooked. If you have prepared yourself a meal ahead of time you can save yourself a lot of time. If you are going to eat an orange, peel it and separate the slices in advance and bring them along in a container. When you get home from the store, wash and chop up some vegetables like carrots or celery so you have them ready to go. Prepping your food ahead of time can save you valuable minutes when you don't have much time to eat. If you find you are always short on time in the mornings, prepare your breakfast the night before. Likewise, you might benefit from prepping your food at home if you struggle to find enough time to eat at work. It takes approximately 20 minutes for your vagus nerve to stop telling your brain it is not hungry anymore. If you eat your food too quickly your brain will still think it's starving. Eating something small 30 minutes or so before your meal can help shut off those signals. This way you can eat a smaller meal, which will take you less time, and you will still feel happy and full when you finish. Eating fast often leads to eating too much. You can avoid this by only bringing along or ordering a reasonable amount of food. If there isn't too much in front of you, then you can still have a relatively healthy lunch even if you're eating too fast. Look for pre-packaged, single-serving portions of foods like greek yogurt, crackers, and string cheese. These items are all easily transported and can help to moderate your portions. Stay away from soda, junk food, and sweets and eat a meal full of healthy foods that will give your body the nutrients it needs to get through the day.  Hard-boiled eggs can be eaten in a minute or two and are really filling and nutritious. Nuts are also a great, quick snack that will keep your belly feeling full longer...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara tu propia comida. Realiza la preparación con anticipación. Come un tentempié pequeño antes de tu comida. Come porciones saludables de comida. Consume alimentos nutritivos. Come las sobras. Piensa en beber un batido de proteína como el reemplazo de una comida. Aprovecha tu tiempo al máximo.


If you are badly bruised or have many bruises but you didn't fall or injure yourself, you should call your doctor. That can be an indication of a more serious problem. It could mean you have a problem with blood clotting or another blood disease. If the bruise doesn't improve after two weeks, reach out to your doctor. One sign of infection is red streaking, where fingers of redness on the skin jut out away from the bruised area. Another symptom is if the bruise is draining something other than blood, such as pus. Also, check to see if you have a fever, as that can be an indicator as well. Call your doctor if you have these symptoms. Other signs of infection are if the bruised area gets more swollen, painful, or warm If you feel a great deal of pressure where you are bruised, that is also a reason to call your doctor. It can be a sign of compartment syndrome, a serious condition that slows down circulation in that area. The area may feel very firm or hard and be very painful. See your doctor immediately if the area below the bruise is numb, cold, very pale, or blue. If a lump forms over the bruise, called a hematoma, that is also a cause for concern. Hematomas are very similar to bruises. That is, they form when blood escapes from a blood vessel. However, they create larger bumps and can be more dangerous.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Averigua la causa. Busca signos de infección. Verifica si sientes una presión en la zona afectada. Observa si hay bultos.


If you are being asked to do a critique of non-fiction work, it is usually with an attention to scholarship and detail. Detail the work, author and subject area. You may want to include initial dates of publication and any changes that were later made to the work that should be taken into account. Suggest what you think the thesis statement the author conveys. Add what evidence is used and what the purpose of the article is. In 3 or more body paragraphs you should refer to the following subjects:  Explain what the author's credentials are. Establish whether you think the author is reliable in the treatment of the evidence. For example, perhaps the author makes a leap that is outside of his expertise or establishes himself as a foremost expert with this work. Evaluate the evidence given. Do not be afraid to do this over several paragraphs, if the author uses different types of evidence or studies. Write about the author's argument. Answer whether it follows a logical path. Decide whether the author was successful. Outline any counter arguments that the article or book inspired. Detail any possible newer research, changes or holes in the evidence. The critique should be based on research and reading; however, it should ultimately say whether you agreed with the author and why. Try to avoid overly-emotional reasoning and stick to facts about the writing and argument.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comienza escribiendo la crítica con un procesador de texto. Haz un resumen en el primer párrafo. Después, haz una sinopsis del trabajo. Revisa el cuerpo del trabajo. Concluye expresando tu opinión general acerca del trabajo.


If you are being bullied, it's important to tell somebody you trust. Talk to a teacher, a coach, or a parent. It's their job to step up and help you deal with a bully, so tell them what you know. It's always good to talk to an adult. However, it's especially important if the bully has already gotten physical with you or you think the person might be violent towards you in the future. The adult should help to stop the bully. However, the adult should also be able to help you make a plan about how to deal with the situation. Ask them to walk you through ways to deal with a bully. For example, an adult may be able to assist you in finding ways to not be alone in the hallways. Bullies often isolate people to bully. If you're often alone, it makes you more of a target. Try to walk to classes with friends, or stay in places where teachers are on guard. Stay away from places you know will be empty. For instance, if you know the gym is usually empty after school, try going to the library instead. Making friends can be difficult if you're not very outgoing. It's okay to feel shy when you're trying to make new friends. Having friends, though, can make you less vulnerable to bullying, and it gives you someone to pal around with between classes.  Try talking to someone in your classes or in a club you're in. You can use what you're doing to start a conversation. For instance, you could say, "Hi, I'm Kay. This problem we're doing is really hard, don't you think?"  Make a habit of talking to the same people. Over time, you'll get to know that person more. For instance, if you see the person in the cafeteria, ask if you can sit with him or her. You could say, "Hey, we're in math together. We were talking about that awful problem the other day. Do you mind if I sit with you?" One way to get to know a person is to get them talking about themselves. The best way to do that is to ask questions. You can ask about what they like or what their family is like. You could ask what their favorite subject is or what they like to do for...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cuéntale a un adulto. Pídele que te ayude a desarrollar un plan. Mantente en grupos. Haz amigos. Pregunta acerca de una transferencia de escuela.


If you are brave, ask her directly. She may suspect your motives if you ask her directly, so don’t choose this option if you want to keep your intentions a secret. Ask her casually: “Hey, I was wondering, do you have a partner? I was just curious.” If you’ve already felt comfortable enough to ask her if she’s dating, go ahead and ask her how serious the relationship is. If it’s serious, it might be harder to ask her out, but if it’s just a fling, she may still be interested in seeing you. Ask: “Is it a really serious relationship, or more casual?” Once again, she may know immediately where the conversation is going if you ask her specifically, so be careful. Be direct, but careful. Say: “How is your relationship with your partner? Are you happy?” Be very cautious talking to her about this: she may become defensive or be offended that you’re asking about her private life. Her reaction will depend entirely on her personality, so gauge her answers from previous questions to see if she’ll respond well to really personal questions like this. If she seems uncomfortable being questioned, ask her friends or find some other way. Asking directly may be a little dangerous, because she may be offended if you ask her about her relationship. Personal questions may make her uncomfortable, and she may know exactly where you're going with your line of questions.  Ask indirect questions. By asking her “What are you up to tonight?” Or “What do you like to do for fun?”, she may mention her partner offhand and save you the trouble of having to ask directly. Look for signs of flirting. While some girls are naturally flirty whether they're single or not, but if she seems into you, chances are higher that she's single. See how much you can flirt back. If she responds positively, she's probably single. See what she shops for. If you're lucky enough to meet a girl in a store instead of at school or work, you may be able to get some clues from her shopping. Look for family size food items, items obviously for men, or baby products. Her...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Habla con ella acerca de su relación. Pregúntale qué tan seria es la relación. Pregúntale qué tan feliz se siente en su relación. Emplea pistas indirectas. Pregúntales a sus amigos si es que tiene una relación. Revisa sus perfiles en las redes sociales.


If you are building a computer lab on a budget, it is a good idea to start by calling local businesses to see if they have old computers. When companies update their computer systems they are usually willing to donate their old computers to a good cause. To encourage donations, let companies know that they can use their contribution as a tax deduction. Similar to asking businesses, you can also go directly to friends and family. Many people just store the old computers in the basement when they buy new ones. These old computers can be repurposed for your computer lab. Your friends will probably be happy to get rid of those old computers. If you have a bigger budget, you can purchase new computers. You should be able to negotiate a good deal because you will be buying the computers in bulk. You probably don’t need a top-of-the-line computer, but a mid-range high-performance computer would be appropriate.  Shop around a few different places to get the best deal. Remember to get a compatible keyboard, mouse, and monitor for each computer. Before using old computers for your lab, you need to reset them to factory settings. This will improve their performance and erase all information that may have been left on them. Resetting the computers will depend on the type of computer you have. A quick online search of the computer should yield the proper procedure. The type of computer purchased for the lab will affect the type of operating system used. Linux is an open-source free operating system that is a great option for a budget computer lab. Other operating systems include Microsoft Windows and Apple OS X. There are many classes available to take on the use of any of these operating systems. Whole communities of people will be willing to help you get started with whichever one you choose.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llama a negocios locales para conseguir donaciones. Pregúntales a tus amigos y familiares si tienen computadoras viejas. Compra computadoras nuevas. Restaura las configuraciones de fábrica de las computadoras viejas. Elige qué sistema operativo vas a usar.