To start your conversation, all you need to do is say something like "Hi, how are you?" This gives you an opening statement and a question for your partner to respond to. It gets you past the awkwardness that can develop when each person is waiting for the other to talk and lets you jump right in to the conversation. Be ready — once you start, there's a good chance your partner will ask you a few pleasantries about how you are doing. Having one or two questions ready beforehand helps here. This way, you won't need to waste time during your conversation to think about them. Try to pick topics that your partner will be interested in and able to comment on. If it's obvious that they have a certain interest, ask about this. If not, you can simply comment on whatever you're both doing at the moment and ask for input. As the conversation progresses, continue commenting on the things that are being talked about during pauses and ask for your partner's input. As you continue the conversation, you learn more about the person you're talking with. This will make it easier over time to have conversations that feel natural and can give you some opening topics next time you talk. If you sense awkward silence coming, change the topic or end the conversation. By avoiding the silence in the first place, you are avoiding the common problem of rambling to try to bring the silence to an end. If you do find yourself in this situation, calm down and simply ask them about something "easy" like their family, a movie that's out right now, or the area where they live. These sorts of topics can "rescue" you from awkwardness. If things do get awkward, remember that you can always simply leave!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Entabla una conversación. Plantea algunos temas fáciles de discusión. Mantén la conversación en curso. Trata de evitar el silencio incómodo.


To start, bring 2 cups of water to a full boil. Remove the pan from the heat, add 1 cup of dry, instant coffee, 3 1/2 cups of white sugar, and stir until everything is completely dissolved. If your diet restricts you from consuming processed, white sugar, you can easily substitute brown sugar or your favorite type of refined sugar substitute. There are dozens of recipes out there and plenty use other varieties of sugar. While water boils at 212 degrees F (100 degrees C), alcohol boils at around 172 degrees F (78 degrees C). Wait for your temperature to drop below 172 degrees before adding rum or you will be very disappointed by your Kahlua. If you don't have a cooking thermometer, your best bet is to wait about 15 or 20 minutes for it to cool down. Always err on the safer, cooler side in this situation and wait longer if you're unsure (and it still seems hot). What kind of rum? Well, that's up to you. Generally, it's safe to go middle-of-the-road on this part. You don't want to waste your top-shelf rum on making a Kahlua substitute, but you also don't want it to taste like mouthwash either. Any generic rum will do the trick. You'll notice that the next recipe contains vodka. If you're a bigger vodka fan, you could keep to this recipe if you'd like and switch out the rum for the vodka, no problem. And if you have time and the supplies, why not try both and see which you like better? Add the vanilla bean to the container and store in the fridge for at least 30 days to age the flavor. You read that right – to make Kahlua that way your mouth pictures it, it has to be aged. That being said, recipe #3 on this guide is an instant Kahlua you can use right away, though it won't taste the same. The vanilla needs time to infuse in to give it that essential Kahlua flavor. Vanilla extract can be substituted, but do note that the Kahlua won't have the same rich, aged flavor. Attach a label to the container identifying its contents and the date it was made. That way no one mistakes it for soda! What's more, you may not...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea una base de café azucarado. Usa un termómetro de cocina para medir la temperatura del agua. Agrega 2 tazas de ron y revuelve la mezcla. Vierte Kahlúa en un recipiente de vidrio sellable de 1 litro (1 cuarto de galón). Coloca una etiqueta sobre el recipiente.


To start, cross the left lace over the right lace. Wrap this left lace around the right lace and pull tight to complete a basic starting knot. Bend the left lace in half, forming a loop, and pinch the bottom of the loop together with your fingers. Repeat the same thing with the right lace and hold that loop secure with your other hand.  Hold the two loops side by side for the moment. Quickly gauge the approximate size of each loop. They do not need to be perfectly even, but the two loops or “bunny ears” should be roughly equal in size. Fold the left loop over and around the right loop, and then gently pull it through the hole that forms between the two loops. Do not tighten yet. Bend the right loop forward so that it crosses under the left loop and the entire knot structure. Feed this loop through the same middle hole that you just fed the left loop through.  This can be done simultaneously with or immediately after taking care of the left loop. Note, however, that the left loop will need to be folded over before you begin working with this right loop. Otherwise, the middle hole you need to push the right loop through will not be created yet. After pulling the right loop through the center hole, the two lace loops should be about the same size again. Pull the right loop to the right and the left loop to the left to tighten the knot. Use even pressure on both laces to form an even, tidy bow.  As long as you apply enough pressure and tighten the knots thoroughly, they should not come undone, even with slippery leather laces. You might have to push the knot together a little as you tighten it.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Junta los dos cordones y átalos con un primer nudo. Forma dos «orejas de conejo» con los cordones. Pasa el círculo izquierdo sobre el círculo derecho. Dobla el círculo derecho hacia atrás. Ajusta.


To start, empty out the lint screen the same way you would after doing laundry. You should do this each time you do laundry. When cleaning the vent, check the lint screen first and remove any small amounts of lint. It's always good to start with a clean lint screen when cleaning your dryer. Never start cleaning a dryer vent while the dryer is still plugged in. This can be extremely dangerous. Find where your dryer's cord is plugged into the wall. Disconnect the plug. The dryer vent is found behind the dryer. You will need to pull your dryer away from the wall to clean your vent. Sometimes, very heavy dryers cannot be moved. It may also be hard to move a dryer if you have limited space in your laundry room. In these cases, you may need to hire professional cleaners. If your dryer is very heavy, find someone to help you. The dryer vent is a hole that runs through your wall. There will be a tube connecting the dryer to the vent, attached to the wall with screws. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws. Then, remove the tube from the wall so you can access the vent.  The type of screwdriver you need varies. Examine the screws to see if you need a Phillips or flathead screw driver. Keep the screws in the same place. You will need them later to reattach the tube. Take your vacuum cleaner's nozzle attachment. Vacuum out the vent that runs into the wall, sticking the nozzle into the vent as far as it will reach. Then, vacuum out the tube running into the dryer, again vacuum the tube as far as the nozzle reaches. You should remove a great deal of lint this way. If you do not have a vacuum cleaner, use a flexible dust brush with an extendable handle. You can also use compressed air to blow lint out of the dryer vent. Reattach the nozzle running from the dryer in the wall by placing the screws back in place. Then, slide the dryer back into place. Plug the dryer back in. Your dryer should be ready to use now and, as the vent is clean, you should see a noticeable improvement in drying times.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vacía el filtro de pelusas. Desenchufa la secadora. Mueve la secadora. Retira el tubo. Aspira el conducto de ventilación. Coloca todo en su lugar.


To start, place your arms around the girl you want to carry. You can place one arm around her back and the other arm around the bend in her knees. Have her place her own arms arounds your shoulders to make the process of picking her up easier. When lifting an object heavier than a few pounds, you want to lift with your legs instead of your back. This prevents back strain. Squat down and position your arms around the girl. Then, move upward, lifting your own body with your legs instead of your back.  You can keep your balance by spreading your feet apart slightly before lifting, providing you with a wider base. If you feel you're losing your balance, you may want to set the girl down and start over just to be safe. When carrying a heavy object, you should keep that object close to your body. A human body is no different. If you carry a girl closer to you, the process will feel more intimate and romantic.  Pull the girl in close to you. Have her pull herself in close by nestling in your arms. You can gently squeeze her legs and back, bringing her body closer to your body. When carrying a heavy object, keep your back, shoulders, and neck straight. Try to consciously bring your shoulders back when carrying a girl, straightening out your back. You may stumble a bit as you carry a person, but try to do your best to keep your body straight. Imagine a vertical line is drawn between your ankles and the tip of your head. You do not want to drop a person you are carrying. This can cause injury. For added safety, ask that the girl hold onto you. She can gently wrap her arms around your shoulders for support. As most people weigh over 100 pounds, carrying a person can be strenuous work. Only carry a girl as long as you feel comfortable. When you begin to feel strain in your muscles, gently put the girl down.  Squat slightly, lowering your body with your legs and not your back. Lower the arm that's holding her legs, allowing her to safely place her feet onto solid ground. Help her stand back upright if she stumbles at all...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon tus brazos alrededor de la chica. Impúlsate con las piernas. Mantén a la chica cerca de tu cuerpo a medida que la cargas. Mantén tu espalda, tus hombros y tu cuello rectos. Haz que ella se sujete de ti para que haya un apoyo adicional. Ponla en el suelo cuando te sientas cansado.


To start, set a flat towel down on a flat surface such as a counter. You should place your amethyst here to dry it and also to scrub it after soaking it in the water. Small pieces amethyst can be moved easily by hand. However, if you're washing large pieces of amethyst, wrap them in an old towel and use this as a dolly to transport amethyst from place to place. If your pieces of amethyst are very large, it may be easier to wash them outside with a hose. You may not be able to soak large pieces of amethyst. Choose a sink or bowl big enough to submerge your amethyst. Fill it with water to begin the washing process.  Opt for warm water over hot or cold water. Extreme temperatures can cause amethyst to crack. Use a mild dish detergent to clean your amethyst.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca un paño de cocina sobre una superficie plana. Traslada piezas de amatista más pesadas en una toalla. Preparar un lavabo o un tazón con agua jabonosa.


To start, take a tablespoon of cornstarch and put it in a small bowl. Add a small amount of tap water, just enough to work the cornstarch into a fine paste. Once your paste is ready, measure out 250 millilitres (8.5  fl oz) of water with your test tube. Pour this into the cornstarch paste. Mix the water and the cornstarch paste together thoroughly. Put this in a pot and heat over the stove until it boils. Boil for 5 minutes. While your water is boiling, measure out 75 millilitres (2.5  fl oz) of water in a test tube. Once your water is done boiling, take your eye dropper. Use your eye dropper to add 10 drops of the starch solution to the 75 millilitres (2.5  fl oz) of water. You can now add your iodine. Clean out your eye dropper and then fill it with iodine. Gradually add drops of iodine until your solution turns a dark purple-blue color. Your vitamin C indicator is now finished.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Forma una pasta con maicena. Vierte el agua y deja hervir. Agrega 10 gotas de solución de almidón en 75 ml (2,5 onzas líquidas) de agua. Agrega gotas de yodo hasta que la solución cambie de color.


To start, try to identify where there is a need for a new product. As an inventor, you should have an inquisitive mind. As you look at various products in your day-to-day life, identify gaps in the market. Look for places where there's room for improvement or innovation.  Think about what market you're interested in. For example, if you're interested in music and electronics, think about what makes the iPod so desirable. Tap into what consumers want in a given market. Do people want to better themselves? Do they want entertainment, convenience? Each time you see someone enjoying a product or service, stop and ask yourself, "Why does this person use this service? What about this product is enjoyable to this person? What need is being met here?" With any market, there's always something missing. The best inventors understand the fundamentals of a field and look for where it could be expanded. For example, the people who invented services like Uber and Lyft realized taxi services were no longer cutting it. People wanted a more personalized experience and craved the wide availability and convenience of calling a cab without having to make a phone call or find one on the street. Look into an existing market and ask yourself what is missing.  Think about common complaints people have. Going back to the music example, what do your friends complain about regarding their iPods? What features do they want that are not currently provided by Apple? You can try asking friends to ascertain what's missing. For example, ask your friend, "If you could change one thing about your iPod, what would you change?" The answer could give you an idea for an invention for the music industry. Some of the greatest inventions are simply expansions or innovations on existing products. Can you think of a new spin on an existing product or service? Can you find a way to make a longstanding, successful invention more convenient and desirable? If so, this may be a great product to try to invent and sell.  Research the market before you begin....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Identifica los mercados donde se necesite tu invención. Piensa en lo que hace falta. Amplia los productos existentes. Identifica el conjunto de habilidades para comenzar a desarrollar tu idea. No tengas miedo de tercerizar el trabajo.


To start, use a credit card, utility knife, ruler, or plastic scraper to gently peel away large chunks of paper and glue that have been left on the surface. Hold the scraper at a 45-degree angle to the surface as you work.  As you scrape and peel, stop intermittently to clean the edge of the scraper. Be careful using a sharp scraper since it could leave scratches on your surface. Take a strip of heavy-duty tape, such as duct tape, and wrap it around your index and middle fingers with the sticky side facing out (away from your fingers). Press the tape firmly against the adhesive, and then quickly pull your fingers away to rip the tape off. Repeat with different sections of the tape to remove as much leftover residue as possible. Skip this step if you are trying to remove adhesive from a delicate surface like paper or books. To tackle any remaining sticky residue, you will need an oil-based substance, alcohol-based substance, or solvent. An oil-based product will help lubricate the surface of the adhesive and work to remove it, an alcohol-based product will dry out the adhesive, and a solvent will work to dissolve the glue. Alcohol and Goo Gone have had the most success removing adhesive residues, but if you try one product and it doesn’t work, don’t be afraid to try another. Other popular products include:  Cleaning products, such as Windex, Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, furniture polish, vinegar, or PVC pipe cleaner Beauty products, such as nail polish remover, toothpaste, hand lotion, hair spray, mineral oil, perfume, non-acetone nail polish, and aftershave Oil-based foods, such as margarine, cooking spray, peanut butter, and mayonnaise Eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, and vegetable oil Household products such as kerosene, paint thinner, petroleum jelly, and lighter fluid For paper products, books, or walls, you will need a pencil or art gum eraser Using a clean cloth, cotton ball, or paper towel, apply your removal agent of choice to the affected area. Let the cloth and cleaning agent sit on the adhesive for five to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Raspa casi todo el pegamento. Quita más pegamento con cinta adhesiva. Escoge un agente de eliminación. Aplica el limpiador sobre el residuo pegajoso. Limpia la zona.


To start, you need to consider the placement of your pansies. They should be in a cool, moist, protected area of your garden. Consider placing them under a tree that will provide shade for the pansies. While the pansy plant is very hardy, its flowers will be eaten by critters, bugs, and anything else that might come along so try to plant them in a protected area. Pansy plants will look rough and not well cared for if they are placed in an area with large amounts of wind and rain. Try to reserve a safe spot in your garden for them that is shielded against the wind. If placed in a container, be sure your plant does not receive sun during the hottest hours of the day. Move the container during the summer to a cooler area to encourage blooms year round. The reason pansies stop blooming is in the design of the plant. Pansies bloom early in the spring, produce seeds, then die back in the summer.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz que tus pensamientos crezcan en las condiciones adecuadas. Ten cuenta la presencia de algunos bichos al momento de elegir un lugar para cultivar los pensamientos. Protege tus pensamientos de otros factores. Mueve la maceta de tus pensamientos si recibe directamente demasiada luz solar. Ten en cuenta de por qué tus pensamientos dejan de florecer.


To start, you want the right basket for your spa kit. You do not want a relaxing spa day interrupted by fumbling to find items. Look for a basket with multiple compartments so you can separate items by type.  Before choosing your basket, think about what you're gong to include in your spa kit. Try to separate the items by type so you have a sense of how many separate compartments you'll need. Pick a basket that's big enough to hold all of your items comfortably. It can be stressful to have to dig through items that are crammed into a basket. You want to be able to pamper yourself with comfortable, high quality towels. Choose nicer towels for your kit. If it's within your budget, splurge on higher quality towels at a local department store. You can also opt for soft wash cloths in your spa kit.. Think about color and decoration as well. Choose towels in an attractive color with a nice pattern. Attractive items will help you better pamper yourself. Invest in nice items to use in the bath or the shower. Go for items that are a little fancier than what is normal for you. If you usually wash yourself using a wash cloth, get something like a loofah, body sponge, or bath brush for your spa kit. Choose an item that feels nice on your skin. For a spa day, you want to bathe with something soft and soothing. If you're doing a spa day at home, it can be a nice touch to have everything you need in your kit. This way, you won't be scrambling for items when enjoying a soothing bath or shower at home. Include basic bathroom items, like razors, nail clippers, shampoos, and body washes. If you don't want to take up too much room with everyday items in your kit, go for travel sized versions of your regular bathroom products.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue una canasta adecuada. Incluye toallas. Incluye una esponja vegetal o corporal. Incluye productos básicos de baño.


To start, you want to give your character a name. This should be something that appeals to readers. You may also want to consider a name that speaks to your character's personality.  Names are easier for animal characters because you can use a silly pet name. For a serious comic with realistic characters, however, you'll need to choose more carefully. Keep the implication of names in mind. For example, the name "Christian" carries religious context, so avoid using it unless you want that in your comic. There are no hard or fast rules for names, but it can help to know the time period your comic takes place in. For example, if your comic takes place in the 1800's, modern names like Harper and Jayden may seem out of place. Write down basic personality traits, focusing on the most notable ones first. From there, get more specific. How do they react to others? Are they kind and generous, or do they withhold their emotions. How do they respond to conflict?  For a simpler comic, your character may not need a complex personality. They could just have a few quirks and traits. For a more complicated comic, however, you'll have to get more in-depth. For example, they may react differently to different types of people. Your character should have a backstory, especially if you're doing a more complex comic. Spend some time fleshing out where your character was before the events of the story began.  A character in a complex story does not need to have a complex backstory. You can simply lay out the basics, like their birthplace, childhood, and major events. Focus on how the character's past affects his current personality and choices. As you write backstory, try to consider how your character's unique experiences will affect his life. Interesting characters have a set of wants and needs that drive most of their actions. Spend some time consider what your character wants.  In a simple comic, your character may want simple things. Garfield, for example, wants to sleep and eat. In a more complex comic, your character may...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon un nombre a tu personaje. Haz una lista de las cualidades más notables del personaje. Determina el pasado del personaje. Piensa en los deseos y en las necesidades de tu personaje.


To start, you'll need to gather your pedicure materials. You can find most of the materials you need at a local drug store, supermarket, or beauty shop. In order to do a salon style pedicure, you'll need the following:   Acetone free nail polish remover Sea salt and a bowl big enough for both your feet Toenail clippers and a toenail file A pumice stone or similar device Foot moisturizer A cuticle pusher and cuticle clippers Toe separators Nail polish and top coat Q-tips Cotton balls Exfoliating gel To start, remove your nail polish. As with fingernails, avoid soaking toenails in polish. Dab a cotton ball in nail polish remover. Swab your toenails until they're free of all old polish. If you do not have leftover polish on your toenails, you can skip this step. You want to get the skin on your feet wet and loose in order to remove dead skin. A sea salt soak can help with this, and it can also prep your cuticles for care.  Fill your bowl with warm water and add a capful of dead sea salt. Submerge your feet in the basin for about 10 minutes. Take a toenail clipper and clip your toenails straight across. They should be short enough that they're about even with the tops of your toes. Then, take a nail file and to round out the edge of each nail to form a nice curved shape.  To file your nails, rub the edge of the file along your nails until they gradually wear down and form your desired shape. You should use an emery board nail to file down your toenails. Use your pumice stone, or a similar object, to rub down calloused spots on your feet. Rub the stone gently over troublesome areas, like the heels and your big toe. Rub until you remove rough, calloused skin and are left with smooth feet. You'll want to exfoliate your skin after removing rough spots. This will get any dead skin cells of your feet. Take your exfoliating gel and rub it over the areas you filed down. Rub gently, but with enough force to dislodge any flaky skin. When you're done, rinse off your feet with tap water and pat dry with a towel. Your feet...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne tus materiales. Quítate el esmalte antiguo. Remoja tus pies en sal marina. Corta y lima las uñas. Lima las partes duras de tus pies con una lima para pies. Exfóliate. Humecta tus pies. Empuja hacia atrás las cutículas. Coloca los separadores de dedos y aplica una capa base a las uñas. Aplica una capa de esmalte y déjala secar. Aplica una capa superior. Limpia alrededor de los bordes de las uñas con un hisopo. Aplica crema humectante para cutículas.


To start, you'll want to remove the synthetic hair from the bag it came in. This can be difficult, as synthetic hair is fine and often somewhat tangled or bunched up when packaged. Slowly remove small bunches of hair at a time, smoothing them out as you go and removing any fuzzy bits.  You may have to periodically use your fingers, or a doll comb, to comb through tangled bits of synthetic hair. It can get tangled easily. Keep removing small bunches of hair and smoothing them out until you have a long line of synthetic hair. Once you've removed and sorted through the synthetic hair, you can now cut the hair to the length appropriate for your doll. Cut the doll hair to the length you desire. The hair will drape over the doll’s head so cut the hair to twice the length that the doll’s hair length will be. Synthetic hair can sometimes be difficult to cut, as it's often unwieldy to handle. Dampening the hair may help it stay together more, allowing you to better judge where to cut. Wrap the strands of hair tightly around your pointer and middle finger, with the center of the strands exposed. This means you should wrap the hair so the midpoint of the hair is resting on your index finger. Apply a thin layer of tacky glue vertically across the center of the strands. Make sure you are covering as many strands as possible. If you're struggling to move the glue in a straight line, ask a friend to do this part for you. It may be hard to hold the hair with one hand and maneuver the glue with the other. Before the tacky glue dries, place a sewing needle along the line of glue you just applied. It helps to pinch the hair together underneath the needle, as close to the needle as possible. This process is a means to force the glue to seep through the hair, gluing all the strands together at the center. Hold the needle there while the tacky glue dries. Once again, this may be difficult to do on your own. If you're struggling to hold the needle in one hand, and the hair in the other, ask a friend for help. Once the glue is dry,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira el pelo sintético de su empaque. Corta el pelo sintético hasta que alcance la longitud que deseas. Aplica pegamento en el centro del pelo de la muñeca. Coloca una aguja de coser sobre el pegamento. Retira la aguja. Pega el pelo a la cabeza de la muñeca. Peina el pelo de la muñeca.


To start, you'll want your aquarium completely assembled and filled with everything you want in it, besides the fish. See our articles on setting up freshwater and marine aquariums for more information. Below is a brief checklist of things you'll want to do before getting started — this may not match all aquariums perfectly:  Assemble the aquarium Add substrate Add water Add air stones, air pumps, etc. Add plants, rocks, etc. Add filtration system (and/or protein skimmer) Add heater Your goal in this cycling process is to populate the tank with fish that produce waste but can survive the initial high levels of toxins long enough for the beneficial waste-processing bacteria to grow. Thus, you'll want to pick a variety that is known for being a good cycling fish and start with a small number. Later, once the bacteria have grown, you can slowly add more fish of different types. Below are just a few good choices for cycling fish:  White Clouds Zebra Danios Cherry or Tiger Barbs Pseudotrophius Zebra Banded Gouramis X-ray Tetras Pupfish Most minnows Most guppies When cycling an aquarium with your fish, it's very important not to overfeed them. Though different fish may have different dietary needs, a good rule of thumb is to give food once every other day. Only offer a moderate-sized meal — you don't want any extra food left over when the fish are done eating. This is done for two reasons:  Fish who eat more produce more waste, which can cause the levels of toxins in the tank to rise before the bacteria have a chance to colonize the aquarium. Leftover food will eventually rot, producing toxins on its own. While you're waiting for your tank to cycle, every few days, replace about 10-25% of the tank's water. As with the reduced feeding schedule described above, this is another way of ensuring that toxin levels don't get too high before the bacteria has a chance to grow. If you have a saltwater tank, don't forget to add a suitable amount of marine salt every time you change the water to keep the tank at a proper...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Instala el acuario y el sistema de filtrado. Coloca en el acuario una pequeña cantidad de peces resistentes. Alimenta a los peces con moderación. Cambia el agua con frecuencia. Usa kits de medición para verificar los niveles de toxinas. Agrega más peces de forma gradual cuando los niveles de toxinas sean cercanos a cero.


To stay out of trouble, plan in advance how you will handle a confrontation if it happens. When a bully is screaming at you, you're less likely to freeze up and go blank if you already know exactly what you are going to say.  Interrupt them. Say something like, “Sorry, I need to make a phone call,” and walk away before they can stop you. Offer to continue the conversation after class – they may have forgotten you and moved on to something else by then. If you know you can pull it off, smile and act amused. The last thing a bully wants is to be embarrassed in front of his friends. You can avoid trouble at school if you learn to take charge of a dangerous situation before it gets out of control. You may be able to calm your opponent down if you can figure out their underlying motive for harassing you. In some cases, you may be able to find another way to work things out that doesn't involve fighting.  Every time the bully asks a question, reply by asking her to explain herself. (“Why do you believe that?” or “What makes you think I did that?”) Be careful not to lose your temper or come across as sarcastic, as this will only make them angrier. If you're being bullied, you are not alone. Talk to your friends about the problem, and get their advice. You'll probably find that many of them have had to deal with the same thing in the past. You can avoid getting into trouble at school by asking them what they did to resolve the situation.  One out of every 5 high school students in the US reported being bullied at school in 2013, and 1 in every 6 has been bullied online.  Five percent of US students missed a day or more of school because they did not feel safe from a bully. In instances where bullying may lead to physical harm, always tell a parent or a teacher. Bullying is a serious problem – there have been numerous occasions where bullying has resulted in severe injury and even death. You can avoid getting into trouble if the school knows you aren't the one causing the problem.  Allowing a bully to get away with it...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten siempre una respuesta de respaldo preparada. Asume el control de la conversación. Habla con alguien. Denuncia al acosador.


To stencil your design onto a t-shirt, you will need:  A black and white print out of your design. Its important to use a black and white printout of your design so it will be easy to trace. A piece of contact paper, or a transparency A craft knife, or exacto knife A plain t-shirt A piece of cardboard big enough to cover the front area of the shirt Contact paper is clear paper used for covering books. It has a normal side and a sticky side that peels off. You want to tape your paper to the peeling side so that the design is visible through the front of the contact paper—the non-sticky side. You can also use a piece of transparency or clear paper. Attach it to the printout of your design with tape. Lay the attached papers on a flat surface, like a table. Trace the lines with the craft knife or an exacto knife. Keep in mind the black parts you cut out are the parts of the design that will be filled with paint. Remove the normal paper with the design from the contact paper as well. Place the sticky stencil onto the t-shirt, making sure it is straight and not wrinkled. If you are using a transparency or clear paper instead of contact paper, attach the transparency to the shirt with tape. Doing this separates the front and back so the ink doesn’t bleed through to the other side. Only put paint on the spots that have been cut out of the contact paper—the spots that will be painted in dark on the t-shirt. Let the paint dry. Test the paint by gently touching the painted spots. If paint comes away on your finger, it is not fully dry. You will now have a stenciled on t-shirt. You can use the stencil to make another shirt if you want more than one stenciled t-shirt.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales. Coloca el diseño sobre un pedazo de papel adhesivo. Utiliza la cuchilla para cortar las partes negras del diseño. Coloca el papel adhesivo. Coloca un pedazo de cartón dentro de la camiseta. Utiliza un cepillo con esponja para pintar sobre la tela. Retira el papel adhesivo de la camiseta cuando se seque la pintura.


To stir fry bok choy, trim off the hard stem ends and separate the individual leaves and rinse them. Dry them thoroughly while you prepare the skillet for stir-frying. If you want to add bok choy as part of a stir-fry, you can add it to any basic mix of vegetables and meat. But if you want to feature it as a dish by itself, the best additions are a little garlic and ginger, which help to highlight and lift the flavors of the bok choy.  Use about a half-inch piece of ginger and grate it finely. You can also chop it, but grating it helps to break up the fibers and make it more palatable. Slice two cloves of garlic thinly, or mince it more finely if you don't want big pieces. Put your skillet on the heat, on medium-high. Garlic and ginger and burn very quickly, so add it to the skillet right at the beginning and let it heat up gently. When you can smell them, and see the garlic and ginger browning gently, add the bok choy. Bok choy will cook very quickly and can become overcooked. Wilt it, get it covered in the fragrant oil, and then add some cooking liquid to get it cooked more thoroughly.  At high temperature, the bok choy leaves should wilt pretty quickly, and might brown and curl at the green edges. That's a good sign. Make sure the garlic and ginger don't burn, or this dish will taste quite bitter. White wine and chicken broth or stock make for excellent cooking liquids for bok choy, adding richness and flavor. Cover the lid immediately and allow the mixture to cook for about a minute. Add a cup of cooking liquid per pound or so of bok choy leaves you've added. Check the leaves for tenderness after about a minute. Cook off extra liquid, if some remains in the skillet. Then serve in a bowl and top with salt, to taste, and a little drizzle of sesame oil. Serve with steamed rice. You could also add other flavors, to taste:  Red pepper flakes Sesame seeds Chopped peanut Sriracha hot sauce Soy sauce Hoisin sauce

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta y enjuaga el bok choy. Ralla o pica finamente ajo y jengibre. Calienta un poco de aceite de cocina en una sartén o un wok. Incorpora el bok choy y revuélvelo en el aceite por 15 segundos. Agrégale una taza de líquido para cocinar, cúbrelo y cocínalo por un minuto. Rocíale aceite de ajonjolí y sal al gusto.


To stop a wart from bleeding, treat it as you would any other cut or graze. When applying pressure to the wound, use a clean, dry, and absorbent material, like a towel or handkerchief. Keep pressure on the wound for several minutes, or until the bleeding stops. When applying pressure, resist the urge to check on the wound. Easing pressure even for a moment may prolong the bleeding. If your wart is on your hand, simply raise your hand above your head. If your wart is on your foot, lie down and raise your leg as high as you can. And, if the wart is on your face, stay in a sitting or standing position. If the bleeding wart is on another part of your body, do your best to put yourself in a position that will keep the wart above your heart. Begin cleaning your wound after the bleeding stops. Make sure the tap water you use is drinking-quality. After thoroughly cleaning your wound, use a dry and clean towel to gently dab the area dry.  Avoid using antiseptic to clean your wound because it may damage your skin. Take care not to reopen your wound when drying the area. Apply the bandage so that the pad is on the wound. Replace the bandage whenever blood soaks through it or it becomes dirty or wet.  Keep applying bandages to the wound for a few days, or until the wound scabs over. To speed up healing, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the skin around the wart. If there is any swelling, redness, or pain around the wound, of if you see any other signs that the wound has become infected, such as a body temperature of over 38 °C (100 °F), see a doctor.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplica presión a la verruga sangrante. Eleva la verruga sangrante por encima del corazón para reducir el flujo sanguíneo. Limpia la herida con agua y sécala con una toalla limpia. Aplica una venda adhesiva de primeros auxilios a la herida una vez que esté seca.


To stop your compulsive hoarding, you must understand the beliefs that keep you stuck. For many hoarders, beliefs fall into three categories: sentimental, instrumental, and intrinsic.  Sentimental beliefs reflect a particular person or part of your life. Instrumental beliefs pertain to the practicality of the item and its future use. Intrinsic beliefs relate to the item's beauty or aesthetic value—in other words, you like looking at it. When you recognize these beliefs guiding your behavior, try to challenge them. For instance, you might buy too many cleaning supplies because you catch them on sale. You might say, “Even though these items were on sale, I can only use one container at a time. Therefore, I do not need three extra bottles of cleaner.” Exposure to your fears is the only way to overcome them. However, it can be overwhelming to deal with your greatest fears first. Instead, climb the fear ladder by addressing the easiest fears first. Then, slowly climb up to more difficult fears.  To climb the fear ladder, make a list of everything you need to get rid of. Rank the items on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 representing easier items. Get rid of the easier items first. For example, you may be able to get rid of surplus items easier than you can items that hold sentimental value. You may be tempted to multi-task while clearing out, or avoid the reality of what you’re doing by preoccupying yourself with other activities. Doing this won’t help you to fully engage with the process of clearing out. As a result, you won’t really have addressed your irrational beliefs and overcome fear.  Only focus on one task at a time. Minimize distractions like telephones, TVs, and music players. It might help if you set a time limit for yourself. For example, you could say you're going to work on clearing out your stuff for one hour and then take a break. As you slowly move throughout your home, keep track of the progress you’ve made and whether your fears are decreasing with time. Doing this can help you gain more confidence...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Desafía las creencias que te hacen acumular cosas. Ordena los objetos desde los más sencillos hasta los más difíciles en tu escala de miedos. No te distraigas, ni evadas la realidad. Lleva un registro de tu progreso.


To store the brioche, place it in a sealable plastic bag and press out the excess air with your hands. Seal the bag and write the date on it so you can keep track of how old it is. Place the sealed bag in a cool, dry place. Thoroughly wrap your brioche in plastic wrap so it’s completely covered. Then, place the wrapped brioche in a sealable freezer bag. Press out the excess air with your hands and seal the bag. Label the bag with the date so you know how long your brioche has been in the freezer. Your brioche should last for up to 2 months in the freezer. When you’re ready to have your brioche, remove it from the freezer and let it thaw for at least 4 hours. Storing brioche in the fridge will cause it to go stale faster than if you were to store it at room temperature or in the freezer. If you’re going to eat your brioche within 3-4 days, store it at room temperature. If you want to store your brioche for longer, keep it in the freezer.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Guarda el brioche que sobre a temperatura ambiente entre 3 y 4 días. Guarda el brioche en el congelador si quieres que te dure más tiempo. No lo guardes en el refrigerador.


To stretch your foot, you will need a few items. You will need a long shoelace or ribbon. You also will need a tube sock you have modified. The tube sock needs a shoe lace or ribbon loop sewn into the toe of the sock and to the top of the sock. You can easily do this with needle and thread. To begin stretching your foot, sit down in a comfortable position. You may want to place your ankle on your opposite knee. Put the sock on your affected foot. Make sure you keep your toes flexed during this so you get the best stretch. However, don't stretch it so far that it feels painful. Gently pull your toes up toward your head. Keep your toes stretched so you feel the extension in your foot. Thread the shoelace or piece of ribbon you have through each loop on the tube sock. You should feel a gentle stretch and shouldn't feel any pain.  Tie the shoelace or ribbon so that your foot remains in the stretched position, your toes pointing toward your face. You should also feel some stretch in your calf. Be careful that you don't overstretch the tendon. Be careful when you get out of bed during the night for any reason. Also use caution when you wake in the morning. Before you get out of bed, untie or loosen the shoelace or ribbon. Re-tie it when you get back into bed. Stretching your foot at night helps to loosen or lengthen the shortened plantar fascia.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne todos los materiales. Siéntate en una posición cómoda. Asegura el estiramiento de tu pie. Toma precauciones durante la noche.


To successfully pursue philosophy as a career, you must acquire a doctorate or, at very least, a master's degree.  Earning a living from philosophy means using your knowledge and (hopefully) wisdom to produce original works of philosophical thought and, usually, to teach others about the field. In other words, the professional philosopher of today is typically an academic, and this requires an advanced degree. Equally important, the rigors of graduate school will help you further your philosophical thinking. In particular, you'll need to learn how to write in the very disciplined style that academic journals demand. Spend some time exploring the philosophy programs offered by a variety of different universities. Pick the ones that sound best to you and start applying for programs. Graduate school applications are highly competitive, so don't expect to be accepted to the first program you apply to. It's a good idea to apply to several schools, ideally 10 to 12. Even before you have completed your graduate studies, you should begin the work of trying to publish your philosophical insights.  There are many academic journals that focus on philosophy. Publishing in these journals will help you gain a reputation as a philosophical thinker and improve your chances of getting hired as a philosophy professor. It's also a good idea to present your work at academic conferences. Taking part in these events is a good opportunity to get more feedback from other professional thinkers and is good for your career prospects as well. Many of history's greatest philosophers have been teachers. Beyond this, any university that might want to hire you to study philosophy professionally will also expect you to teach other budding philosophers. Your graduate program will most likely give you some opportunities to teach undergraduate students and develop your pedagogical skills. After you've completed your graduate studies, start looking for a job as a philosophy professor. This process is arguably even more competitive than applying...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue una titulación avanzada. Publica tus ideas. Aprende a enseñar. Consigue un trabajo.


To sue someone, you must prepare a document called a complaint that you will file with the court. The complaint includes the grounds or cause of action for your lawsuit.  If you have a lawyer, she will draft and file your complaint. If you are filing on your own, you can use a legal book or CD of legal forms to write out your complaint. You can also copy the style of an existing complaint you find on the Internet or from another lawsuit that was filed in your jurisdiction. For more information on how to write and format a pleading, visit WikiHow’s Guide on How to Format a Legal Pleading. After your complaint is completed, you should take two copies to the court where you are filing your suit. You will give your complaint, along with a “filing fee” to the court clerk. The clerk can also answer questions that you may have about the process.  In some states, you must sign your complaint in the presence of the clerk or get it notarized. Check your state court’s website to see if this applies to you. You do not need to make an appointment to file your complaint. However, you should make sure that you go to file the complaint during the regular business hours of the court. The court cannot locate a party for you. You must have a current physical address, such as a home or work address, in order to sue someone. This is because the rules of procedure require that you provide a defendant notice of the lawsuit and give him or her an opportunity to respond. Most states allow you to serve a defendant by mail, or by personal service, through the County Sheriff or a process server. Some things to consider when deciding where and how to serve the defendant:  Your state may require personal service of the initial Complaint: if personal service is required, you will need to have the County Sheriff or a process server serve the defendant. When serving via the County Sheriff, the Clerk’s Office and/or the Court will take care of making the arrangements. Personal service may or may not be offered by your County Sheriff’s...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara la denuncia. Presenta tu denuncia en el juzgado. Notifica al demandado. Recopila la información sobre tu caso por medio del descubrimiento de pruebas. Lleva a cabo una “investigación informal”.


To take a coleus cutting, choose a branch without a bloom or bud at the tip. Cut directly below a leaf node, so the cutting is 4–6 in. (10–15 cm) long. Cuttings are also available for purchase directly, and typically come with a small root ball already developed. You may take cuttings 2–3 in. (5–7.5 cm) from smaller coleus species. Depending on the length of your cutting, one or two leaf nodes, or areas on the stem where leaves grow from, will be planted beneath the soil. Cut off the leaves growing from these lowest nodes, or they will rot when buried. Coleus usually roots quickly on its own, but rooting hormones from a gardening supply stores can be used to speed up their development. If you decide to go this route, follow the instructions on the label to prepare the hormone solution, then dip the cut end of the cutting into it briefly. Most coleus cuttings will grow in a glass of water. Change the water every other day, keep the plant in bright, indirect sunlight, and transplant the coleus to a pot once you notice root growth. The soil method below works just as well. Plant each cutting in its own, small, indoor pot. Use a rich, well-draining potting soil, and moisten it before planting. If the soil is not loose enough to push the cutting into directly, use a pencil to create a hole for it. Plant the coleus so the bare leaf nodes are under the soil. Because young cuttings have not yet grown roots, they are unable to make up for the water they lose from their leaves and stem. To counteract this, cover the entire pot and coleus cutting with a large plastic bag, to trap moisture in the air. Use sticks or toothpicks to prevent the plastic bag from touching the cutting directly. Remove the bag once you notice new growth on the coleus, typically after 1–4 weeks. Keep your potted coleus in a room with temperatures at least 70ºF (21ºC) at all times. Expose it to plenty of indirect sunlight. Once the plant has developed roots and foliage, you can continue caring for it using the instructions below. You may keep it...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma los esquejes de las plantas adultas o cómpralos. Corta las hojas. Sumerge el extremo del esqueje en hormonas de enraizamiento (opcional). Cultívalo en agua (opcional). Siembra los esquejes en tierra húmeda. Cubre los esquejes jóvenes con una bolsa. Mantén la planta en una habitación cálida con sol indirecto.


To take a cutting, use a pair of garden shears or saw to cut off a thick, healthy-looking branch from a mature plumeria plant. Target branches that are brown or darker green because it’s a sign that the branches are mature. If you making the cuts yourself, it’s best to take the cuttings in the spring or early summer.  Clean your garden shears with rubbing alcohol so that you don’t spread any bacteria or disease to your plumeria cuttings. You can also purchase cuttings from certain garden stores or online. Flowers and leaves will compete with new root growth, which will inhibit the growth of your cutting. To prevent this, use sterilized hand shears or scissors to cut off any leaves or flowers from your cutting. Wear gloves because plumeria has a sticky sap that can get on your hands. Drying out the cuttings is necessary before you plant the plumeria. Letting the cuttings sit for 1-2 weeks will allow the freshly cut end to callous over and for the rest of the cutting to dry out. Leave the cuttings in a warm or humid area for the best results. Once the plumeria has calloused and dried, the cuttings are ready for planting. If you plan to store the cuttings before planting them, wrap and secure the cut end of the cutting with plastic wrap and a rubber band. You can store dried cuttings for 2-3 months. Discard any cuttings that show signs of disease or mold.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige esquejes gruesos y saludables de al menos 30 cm (12 pulgadas). Corta las hojas y las flores de la rama. Guarda el esqueje en una zona con sombra por 1 o 2 semanas. Planta o guarda el esqueje de plumeria.


To take the Patent Bar, you must first apply to register with the Office of Enrollment and Discipline (OED) at the USPTO.  You will need to complete the "Application for Registration to Practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office" (Form PTO-158) and send it to Mailstop OED, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, Virginia 22313-1450, along with the following documents and fees:  Evidence of scientific and technical training, such as official transcripts showing a Bachelor's degree is an accepted scientific field or the completion of scientific coursework equivalent to an undergraduate degree accompanied by course descriptions. If you are not a U.S. citizen, provide evidence that you reside legally in the U.S., including a copy of both sides of your work permit and all documentation submitted to and received from USCIS and the Department of Labor. If you have a criminal history, provide a full explanation in writing of your arrests and convictions, a complete copy of all court records regarding each incident and any other documents requested in the section of the application that asks about your criminal history. A cashier's or certified check, Treasury note, or United States Postal Service money order made payable to the Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office for $240 (includes the application and registration fee).  Note that if you have a criminal background a higher fee is required. Once you have submitted your application to register with the OED, you will receive an admission letter with further instructions on the examination process.  You will also receive a USPTO identification number.  You will need to use this number in all future correspondence with the OED.  If you plan to register for the exam with the commercial test delivery provider, Prometric, you will need to provide your USPTO ID number during the exam registration process. The admission letter will state the exact date by which you must take the exam (90 days from the date on which...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Solicita el registro en la USPTO. Espera a recibir la carta de admisión. Regístrate para realizar el examen. Averigua cuál es el material cubierto en el examen. Elabora un plan de estudio. Inscríbete en un curso. Realiza el examen. Averigua si has aprobado.


To temporarily get rid of the appearance of an ant infestation, spray the peony bushes with a strong stream of water. This will kill the ants on the bushes, but won’t permanently stop more ants from getting on your peonies. Find an insecticidal soap spray, and make sure the manufacturer specifically states that the product is effective against ants. Apply the insecticide according to the manufacturer's directions, usually 2-3 times a week for 2 weeks. This method will not generally be acceptable if you are committed to gardening organically or do not want to harm the beneficial insects that aid the plants in pollination. Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 44 mL) of peppermint oil with 1 US quart (0.95 L) of water in a spray bottle to create a natural deterrent. Spray the mixture on the stems of the peonies and around the bushes to keep ants away. In the place of peppermint oil, you can also use 2 to 3 tablespoons (30 to 44 mL) cayenne pepper or minced garlic. Mix one of these with 1 US quart (0.95 L) water and spray your peony bushes with the solution. Or try a 1 part apple cider vinegar, 1 part water solution. If keeping the ants off the peonies at all times is your goal, you can make a simple ant trap using paper and petroleum jelly. Cut a circle with about 6 inches (15 cm) wide out of a piece of paper. Make a straight cut from the outer edge to the center of the circle, and then cut out a small circle at the center of the paper circle. Smear one side of the paper circle with petroleum jelly. Then, place the circle around the stem of your peony plant, with the plant's stem at the center of the circle.  If the petroleum jelly side is facing up, any ants trying to climb the plant will get stuck in it. Another way you can discourage ants from getting on your peonies is by planting ant-repellant plants nearby. Some common plants that tend to repel ants are geraniums, mint, garlic, and calendula.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Rocíalas con agua para una solución inmediata. Rocía las peonías con insecticida para una solución a largo plazo. Trata las peonías con un repelente natural para hormigas para no usar insecticida. Evita que las hormigas se trepen a los tallos con una trampa casera. Complementa el cultivo de peonías con plantas repelentes de hormigas.


To test how close the shade is to your natural color, apply the lipstick only to your lower lip. Compare that shade to the your upper lip. If the shades are drastically different, you need to keep looking. Dark shades will actually make your lips look smaller, while lighter shades can add plumpness. Lipstick with a matte finish can also cause lips to look thinner, while glosses and shimmery shades can make them look fuller. Remember that your undertone and complexion will help guide you, but they aren't the be-all-end-all of choosing a lipstick color. It is important to try on different shades and, ultimately, choose what you feel looks best. If you have fair or light skin, try light pink, coral, peach, nudes, or beige. If you have cool undertones, try a soft mocha and nude. Warm undertones, try pale pinks or a nude with a little peach.  If you have medium skin, try rose, mauve, or berry shades. Cool undertones: try shades of pink or cranberry. Warm undertones: experiment with copper or bronze.  If you have tan skin, try to avoid browns and purples and go for colors with an orange undertone. Most other colors will look great. Try coral, or deep pink.  If you have a deep complexion, try browns or purples like walnut, caramel, plum, or wine. Cool undertones should look for ruby and wine-colored reds. Warm undertones: try copper or bronze. Unless you're feeling like making a statement with bold lips (which is totally fine!), apply strong shades to your lower lip only. Press your lips together, then use your finger to even out the color.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge un color que sea uno o dos tonos más intensos que tu color natural de labio. Decide si quieres que tus labios se vean más pequeños o más grandes. Determina tu matiz y tez. Experimenta con tonos que los expertos recomiendan para tu tono de piel y tez. Sé sutil.


To test if a dish is microwave safe, you can put it in the microwave with a cup of water. Find a glass or cup that is microwave safe, and fill it three-quarters of the way with water.  It’s important to use a cup that you know to be safe for the microwave, otherwise the test may not work. To be certain, find a cup that has the microwave safe stamp on the bottom. Place both the glass of water and the dish in question side by side in the microwave. Microwave the two items together on high power for one minute.  If the dish is too large to sit side by side with the cup, place the cup on top of (or inside) the dish. To increase the power on your microwave to high, look for a button that says Power, Menu, or Settings. After a minute in the microwave, use oven mitts or a potholder to remove the cup of water. Then, place your hand on the dish in question to feel how warm it is:  The dish is unsafe for the microwave if the dish is warm and the water is cold. A warm dish means it absorbs heat. The dish is safe for the microwave if the dish is cool and the water is warm. A cool dish means it doesn’t absorb heat. Note that the dish may feel warm in the center if you had the cup of water in or on the dish. In order to keep track of which dishes are microwave safe and which aren't, use a permanent marker to label the bottom of the dish with the results of your test.  You can use any labeling method you like for your dishes. For instance, you can mark microwave-safe dishes with a happy face, the letter M, or two wavy lines. Don’t forget to label dishes that aren't safe for the microwave as well. You can use an unhappy face, an M with a line through it, or some other indication.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llena una taza con agua. Calienta en el microondas el plato con el vaso de agua. Realiza una prueba de contacto. Etiqueta el plato.


To tone your abs while walking, you need to make sure your walking routine is at an intensity level that is going to help burn the fat around your middle. Increase your intensity so you can get maximum benefits.  Increase the speed of your walk. As you walk, you should be huffing and puffing or a little breathless. If you can track your speed via a mobile app, try aiming for 3.5 and 4.0 mph (5.6 and 6.4 km/h). That’s the equivalent to around a 15-minute mile (or about 10 minutes per km).  If you have a pedometer, try to shoot for around 3,000 steps in 30 minutes. A way to boost your fat-burning and toning is to get off the flat pavement. Instead, walk on uneven surfaces, like nature or hiking trails. You should also include hills or inclines into your walk.  If you live near hiking or nature trails, walk along those multiple times a week. If you don’t, try walking across the grass at a local park. Go to a hilly neighborhood to change the incline of your walk. Walk up and down the hilly streets to give your workout an added boost. Add hills to your workout three to four times a week. Do several intervals of hills in your routine. There are benefits to walking for even a short amount of time. If you are just beginning, you may only be able to walk for five to 10 minutes at a time. Gradually work your way up to walking for at least 30 minutes. Perform this walking routine as often as possible, ideally five days a week.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aumenta la intensidad de la caminata. Camina en terreno variado. Ejercítate por la cantidad de tiempo apropiada.


To track your BBT effectively, you should write down the reading in the morning. Do this in a journal or on your phone using a tracking app. There are several apps available that will plot your readings on a chart or graph. You can then use the chart to get a better sense of your cycle and your ovulation periods.  Make sure the chart includes a vertical section for the day of your cycle (1,2,3, etc), the month, and the date. It should have an horizontal section with a temperature range of 99°F to 96°F. Before ovulation, a woman’s BBT averages between 97°F (36.1°C) and 97.5°F (36.4°C). After ovulation, it usually rises 97.6°F (36.4°C) to 98.6°F (37°C). You can view a sample BBT chart online. You will need to chart your basal body temperature for at least one to two cycles to get an accurate picture of your fertility. You should note any clear patterns on the charts, such as a temperature rise or fall at the same time in your cycle for both months. Notice if there is a temperature shift of at least 0.4 degrees within 48-hours on your chart. This is a sign that you are ovulating. The temperature shift should be higher than the highest temperatures that you recorded the previous six days. Most women have a basal body temperature of 96 to 98°F (35.6 to 36.7°C) one to two days before ovulation. For most women, the most fertile period is two days before their basal body temperature rises or they begin ovulation. Keep in mind sperm can live up to five days in your reproductive tract, so if you would like to get pregnant, you should have sex two days before you begin ovulating. If you do not want to get pregnant, you should avoid having sex from when your menstrual period starts until three to four days after your basal body temperature rises, though you should not rely on this as a form of contraception until you have tried it for a few months. If your basal body temperature stays up for more than 18 days after you have ovulated, you should get tested for pregnancy.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Anota la TCB de inmediato. Revisa la tabla luego de dos ciclos y busca patrones. Identifica los momentos más fértiles en tu ciclo.


To truly see the shape of your face, you need to pull your hair back into a ponytail or bun. You should also pin back your bangs or any other loose hair from around your face. Having your face clean and uncovered will allow you to see all the factors that determine your face shape. You might also want to wear a top that does not cover your neck and chin, so try a scoop neck or v-neck shirt. You can also go topless. You need to get a mirror and a writing utensil, such as an eyebrow pencil, lip or eyeliner pencil, or dry erase marker. You need to make sure the mirror is large enough that you can see your whole face. It also needs to be hung on a wall or able to sit up on its own so you can use both your hands. Make sure the room you're in is well lit and that your face is in full light. You will need to be able to see each edge of your face and you don't want to misread the shape of your face due to shadows. Stand in front of the mirror with your face centered in the mirror's surface. Mark the edges of your face. You can either draw the whole area of your face now or you can place dots around you face, noting the top and edges of your forehead, the edges of your cheekbones, points on the edges of your jawline, and the bottom of your chin. Once you've placed the dots, move to the side and connect the dots, making a facsimile of your face shape.  You can also do this in the bathroom mirror after you get out of the shower. All you have to do is draw the outline of your face in the steam. Make sure to take note of the shape before the condensation fades away.  If you don't have a mirror, take a picture of yourself head on with a relaxed face and draw around the outside of your face. You will get the same result. Once you've drawn your face, it's time to analyze the dimensions of your face. Look at the width of your forehead, cheekbones, and jawline as well as the length from your forehead to your chin. Compare each side, judging which area is most prominent, which area is smallest, and how they relate to one...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aparta el cabello de tu cara. Reúne tus materiales. Dibuja tu cara. Determina las dimensiones de tu cara.


To understand your boyfriend’s friends, you should know what your boyfriend thinks about them. Whenever he tells stories about him and his friends, try to listen and maybe ask some questions. These stories will show crucial elements about how he feels about his friends. You don’t need to take notes or anything. However, you should try to remember the details of some of the stories. This is part of his friends’ shared history. Later, if you bring up one of these stories to his friends, then they will be pleasantly surprised that you know about these moments. The best way to understand the relationship your boyfriend has with his friends is to hang out with them. Sure, the first few times won’t be super informative because they will be adjusting to you. However, after a while, they will begin to act the way that they normally do. You might use this time to identify what you like and dislike about them. Either way, you will be showing that you care about maintaining a relationship with the entire group. Don’t force your way in! Just be interested in joining in an activity that they were going to do together as a group. For example, if they were all going to watch a movie together, ask if you can tag along. This is an easy way of showing interest. Ask a few of his friends to come to your place to hang out. You might try ordering in some food or asking everyone to cook together. This is a great way for everyone in the group to bond. If you don’t want them to come to your place, then you can ask them all over to your boyfriend’s place. Just make sure that you both agree on this first! You can ask your boyfriend to co-host. Having dinner with friends is enjoyable and informative. You will be able to talk to his friends in a social setting. Perhaps tackling an entire group of friends seems overwhelming. That’s understandable. You might try finding one friend that you think is easy to spend time with and try to focus your efforts on getting to know them. This will make it less difficult to spend time with his friends...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escucha a tu novio hablar sobre ellos. Pasa tiempo con sus amigos. Invítalos a tu casa. Llega a conocerlos uno por uno.


To use Bitmoji on your computer, you’ll need to install an app that only works with Google Chrome. If you don’t have Chrome, see How to Download and Install Google Chrome to learn how to get it. If you see the Bitmoji button (a green icon with a white winking chat bubble) at the top-right corner of Chrome, you already have the extension and can skip this step. Otherwise:  Go to https://www.bitmoji.com. Scroll down and click Get it on Google Chrome. It’s a black button at the bottom of the page. Click Add Extension. When it’s installed, you’ll see the sign-in screen. Enter your Bitmoji account information and click Log In, or select Log in with Facebook if your account is linked with Facebook. You’ll have to sign into Facebook if you haven’t already. It’s the green icon with a white winking chat bubble at the top-right corner of Chrome. To find it, click one of the categories listed (e.g. “luv ya,” “birthdays,” “you rock”), or type a keyword into the “Search Bitmojis” box. If you’re using a computer without a right mouse button, press Control as you click with the left button. Make sure you don’t accidentally select “Copy image location,” as that won’t actually copy the image. Almost all social sites and apps, such as Facebook, Gmail, Twitter, and Hangouts allow you to paste an image directly into a chat or post. Right-click (or Control+click) the place you want to insert your Bitmoji, then select Paste. You can also paste Bitmoji into other apps on your computer, such as Microsoft Word or Adobe Photoshop.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre Google Chrome. Consigue la extensión Bitmoji para Chrome. Haz clic en el botón de Bitmoji. Busca el bitmoji que quieras copiar. Haz clic derecho en el bitmoji. Selecciona Copiar imagen. Pega el bitmoji en un sitio que soporte imágenes.


To use fundamental analysis, you need to determine what you think the stock is really worth, or its estimated value. This won't necessarily be what the stock is currently being traded at. If you decide the value is higher than the current stock price, buy. If you think the value is less than the stock price, sell. Don't expect clear results. The value is subjective and other investors often come to different conclusions. To determine the current and future value of a company, here are a few variables to look into:  P/E (price to earnings ratio) - a negative ratio may suggest that the company isn't profitable EBIDTA (Earnings before interest depreciation, tax and amortization) - this is a form of net income with much of the accounting already taken into consideration free cash flow - this represents money that the company has to pursue opportunities that may increase their stock's value debt ratio - this is a percentage of the company's total debts to assets You can find the information in the company's SEC filings or earnings reports. Order a company report by contacting the Investor Relations area of the company. Their contact information will be available on their website, which may even offer a link to download the reports. You can also use the EDGAR (Electronic Data Gathering Analysis and Retrieving) system of the SEC to view or download this information. Full-service brokers, research firms, and the internet are full of free and for-purchase reports. Note that many online brokers limit public information available. Once you have all the information you need, make a decision about the value of the company you're considering. Use the data to determine the value of the company. Then, buy stocks based on future projections of earnings or good news about the company. You can try using relative value to compare similar assets of different companies. When doing so, try to stay within the same sector when choosing companies to compare. For example, you may want to compare Apple, IBM, Lenovo and Hewlett Packard - Compaq.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide si el análisis fundamental es la mejor opción en tu caso. Observa las variables. Reúne la información necesaria en la Comisión de Bolsa y Valores. Busca la información. Escoge tus acciones.


To use heat to help open the coconut, it’s important to ensure that your oven is warm enough. Set the temperature to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius), and allow it to fully heat. When the coconut has started to crack, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Allow it to cool for two to three minutes. Next, wrap the coconut in a small kitchen towel or rag.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Calienta previamente el horno. Retira el coco y envuélvelo con una toalla.


To use these codes your keyboard must have a separate numeric keypad off to the right-hand side of your keyboard- ASCII codes will work for Microsoft Office. They may not work with all Windows programs, so you may have to check the programs individually to see if they are compatible. While there are many numeric codes to remember, the one thing you need to do for all of the codes is to first hold the ALT key. Continue to hold the key while you type the necessary numeric code. Hold Alt and type the following codes to get grave accents:  à = 0224; À = 0192 è = 0232; È = 0200 ì = 0236; Ì = 0204 ò = 0242; Ò = 0210 ù = 0249; Ù = 0217  Type the following codes to get acute accents:  á = 0225; Á = 0193 é = 0233; É = 0201 í = 0237; Í = 0205 ó = 0243; Ó = 0211 ú = 0250; Ú = 0218 ý = 0253; Ý = 0221  Type the following codes to get circumflex accents:  â = 0226; Â = 0194 ê = 0234; Ê = 0202 î = 0238; Î = 0206 ô = 0244; Ô = 0212 û = 0251; Û = 0219  Type the following codes to get tilde accents:  ã = 0227; Ã = 0195 ñ = 0241; Ñ = 0209 õ = 0245; Õ = 0213  Type the following codes to get umlaut accents:  ä = 0228; Ä = 0196 ë = 0235; Ë = 0203 ï = 0239; Ï = 0207 ö = 0246; Ö = 0214 ü = 0252; Ü = 0220 ÿ = 0255; Ÿ = 0159 The accent will appear above the corresponding letter as shown. Learning the accent codes can take some practice as there are many to remember. You can make a cheat sheet to keep by your computer so you can reference it quickly if you need to use accents often. If you use accents frequently, you should reconfigure the keyboard to better suit your typing needs.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa códigos con la tecla de Alt. Mantén presionada la tecla de Alt. Ingresa el código correspondiente a cada acento en el teclado numérico. Suelta la tecla de Alt.


To use this method, you need to know the length of the two equal sides, and the measurement of the angle between these two sides. You can also use this method if you are given a line segment representing the side length instead of the measurement. For example, you might know that the isosceles triangle has two equal sides of 7 cm, or you might be given a line segment representing the side length. You also know that the angle between the sides is 50 degrees. Use a protractor to construct the angle of the given measurement. Ensure that each of its vectors is longer than the given side length. For example, you might need to draw a 50-degree angle. Since the sides of the triangle are 7 cm, the vectors should be a little longer than 7 cm long. You can use a ruler or your compass set to the appropriate length to measure. If you know the measurement of the side lengths, use a ruler to open the compass to that length. If you are given a line segment instead of a measurement, use it to set the compass to the appropriate width.  For example, if you know that the side lengths are 7 cm, then use a ruler to open your compass 7 cm wide. To do this, place the tip of the compass on the vertex of the angle (where the two vectors meet). Draw one long arc that intersects each vector of the angle. You can also draw two small arcs, each one intersecting one of the vectors. Using a straightedge, draw a line connecting the points where the arc intersects the two vectors. The resulting figure is an isosceles triangle.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Analiza los datos conocidos. Dibuja el ángulo. Ajusta el compás. Dibuja un arco. Dibuja la base.


To use your DCF result, you will need to understand what your figures represent. Your total DCF is the sum of the present values of future payments. That is, if you received an amount equivalent to your future payments today it would be the total DCF value; therefore, you can now compare future amounts of money directly to the present cost of investing to get that money. In general, DCF calculations are used to discount cash flows from an investment to see if that investment is worthwhile. This is done by comparing the value of buying into the investment to the present value of its future cash flows. If the present value of the future cash flows is higher than the cost of investing, it may be a good investment. If they are lower, you will be effectively losing money.  For example, in the example used in the other two parts, you had the option of buying an investment that would pay $6,000 total over three years ($1,000 + $2,000 +$3,000) at an initial investment cost of only $5,000. While this may seem like a good deal, you can see that, using a discount rate of 9 percent, you are better off investing your money elsewhere. This is because the present value of the cash flows, $4,917.34 is lower than the cost of the investment, $5,000. In finance, DCF calculations are used for DCF analysis, which is a method used to assess the value of a company. In this method, the company's free cash flows are as estimated for the next five or ten years and a "terminal value" are discounted back to the present. The present value of these amounts is then used as the "enterprise value" of company. Then, debt is removed from the enterprise value to arrive at a valuation for the company.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Analiza tu resultado. Evalúa una inversión. Utiliza el flujo de efectivo descontado para valorar una empresa.


To use your alone time to its fullest, you need to begin by embracing it. Learn to love the benefits being alone brings and resolve yourself to have a positive attitude about it.  Embrace being able to do, say, think, or act however you want. When you’re by yourself, you don’t have to worry about the thoughts or judgments of others. You can be utterly and unabashedly yourself and never think twice about what someone else might think or say. Love the independence that comes with having time to yourself. You don’t have to take anyone else’s tastes, preferences, or desires into account when making your decisions. If you want to watch terrible reality television, no one can whine about it or beg you to change the channel. If you want to go for an extra-long walk or jog, no one can complain about how long you were out or hijack your plans. Savor not having to look good for anyone. If you want to spend all day in your pajamas with messy hair and unbrushed teeth, do it! No one will be the wiser and no one can look at sideways at your unicorn slippers. Being around people usually means enduring at least some degree of awkwardness some of the time. Being alone, on the other hand, means never having to dodge awkward questions about your dating life or listen to someone tell you all about their cat’s agoraphobia. Having time to yourself gives you the chance to step back from all the frantic activity of daily life and interactions. You have time to actually be with yourself--and appreciate your own company.  To fully enjoy your time alone, decide to let yourself truly be who you are. Embrace your quirks--talk to yourself, talk to your chair, do a weird dance while you brush your teeth, slide rather than walk whenever possible, etc. And then take time to really appreciate what an awesome and unique person you are.  Start defining yourself by your own unique qualities rather than by your relationships or other people’s opinions. Being alone gives you the chance to really consider yourself for who you are, apart from other...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Disfruta de tu libertad. Deléitate por la falta de incomodidad. Ámate a ti y a tus excentricidades. Aprecia los detalles.


To view chats on your Gmail account, you’ll need to first enable them as an option in Gmail’s menu. If you aren’t logged in already, you’ll need to enter your email address and password for Gmail. This will open the “Settings” drop-down menu. This option should be directly beneath your profile picture icon. You can also click “More Labels” in the Inbox menu. This will open a drop-down menu with the “Chats” option inside. This will take you to the Settings menu, from which you can make the “Chats” option visible in the default menu. You can edit your default Inbox options from here. This will enable chats in your Inbox menu. You will now be able to view chats!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Abre un navegador de tu elección. Abre tu cuenta de Gmail. Haz clic en el símbolo del engranaje que está en la parte superior derecha de la pantalla. Selecciona la opción “Configuración” del menú desplegable. Haz clic en “Etiquetas” en la fila superior del menú “Configuración”. Busca la opción “Chat” y haz clic en “Mostrar” al lado de ella. Haz clic en la opción “Recibidos” para regresar a tu buzón.


To wash your car, it is helpful to prepare a soapy mixture. Washing your car removes any loose dirt, dust, or mud. You should always use car washing soap or conditioner so you do not damage your paint. Squeeze a bit of soap into a bucket, and use a hose to fill it with water. If you are removing scratches, washing your car lifts up any excess dirt. This makes it easier to see all your scratches clearly. Submerge your rag so it is saturated in your soapy mix, and rub it over all of your car, starting at the top. Move your hand in a circular motion to lift up dirt and debris. Cover your car in soapy bubbles so it is completely clean!  As you wipe your car down, dip the rag back into your bucket to use fresh soap mixture. If your water gets black and murky, replace it with a fresh batch of soap and water. Hold your hose about 2–3 ft (0.61–0.91 m) away from your car, and let the water spray over the surfaces of your vehicle. Wash off the entirety of your car, so there is no remaining soap residue. You can park your car in a sunny spot so it dries quickly, if you'd like.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Llena una cubeta con agua y con 2 a 5 cucharadas de jabón. Moja un paño limpio en una cubeta y lava el carro. Enjuaga el carro con la manguera para quitar restos de jabón o burbujas.


To waterproof your paper, you will be making a solution that will alter the surface of its fibers to change its absorbency. This will make your paper not only waterproof, but also more durable. You'll need:  Alum 8 oz (found in the spice area of grocery stores or online) Castile soap 3¾ oz (grated) Water 4 pt Gum arabic 2 oz Natural glue 4 oz Flat tray (deep) or wide mouth bowl Tongs When you have treated your paper with your solution, it will need to hang to dry. Clipping your piece of paper to a string or clothesline will be suitable for it to dry. However, droplets of this solution could possibly do damage to flooring or fabrics that aren't intended to be waterproofed. Be sure any droplets  land in an appropriate receptacle, on a drop cloth, or onto newspaper. To mix your ingredients properly, you will need your water to be slightly heated. When your water is warmed, mix your ingredients into the water one at a time. You will need to stir your ingredients until your solution is an even blend of all its parts. Be sure not to overheat your water during this time; the water can get hot but should not boil. The stirring process may take several minutes. Be patient and mix all ingredients thoroughly. You should remove your solution from the heat and let it cool for a short time. While the solution is still warm, pour the mixture into a large flat tray with deep rims or a wide mouthed bowl. These will make dipping your paper into your solution easier. Use your tongs to hold the paper, and dip it into the mixture, coating it completely. Don't allow the paper to remain in the solution too long, just long enough to coat the paper front and back. Once coated, remove your paper and hang it from a string or line. You can also use a wire cooling rack covered in wax paper to dry your paper. The wax paper will prevent your counter from any negative reaction to the solution.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne tus instrumentos de revestimiento. Prepara tu estación de secado. Prepara el agua. Revuelve la solución completamente. Transfiere la solución para sumergir el papel. Sumerge el papel en la solución de alumbre. Deja que el documento se seque.


To win the game, you need to be the first one to bear off, or remove, all of your checkers from the board and into your tray. To bear off your checkers, you need to roll both dice and use the numbers to move pieces into the tray. The numbers you roll must be exact or higher than the number of spaces needed to remove each piece from the board. For example, if you roll a 6-2, you can bear off two pieces that are on these points. But if you do not have a checker on the 6 point, you can bear it off from the next highest point on your board, such as the 5th or 4th point. You can only start bearing off your checkers once they are all in your home court. To begin bearing off, get all of your checkers into the 1-6 points on your board. They can be placed on any of these points. Don't forget that your checkers are still vulnerable when they're in your own home court. If the opposing player has a checker on the bar, then he can still enter it into a blot on your court if you have any, forcing you to take out one of your pieces and move it to the bar. After that, you can't continue bearing off until it's back in the home court. When bearing off, you can only bear off checkers that occupy the corresponding point. For example, if you rolled a 4-1, and you have a checker in the 4th and 1st point, you can bear them off. If your roll double sixes and have four checkers on the 6th point, you can bear off all six.  If you still have a die to play and no checker to bear off, you must move a checker according to the number on the die. For example, if you only have two checkers remaining in the 6th and 5th points and you roll a 2-1, then you can move the checker on the 6th point over to the 4th point, and the checker on the 5th point over to the 4th point. You can use a higher roll to bear off a die on a lower point. If you roll a 5-4 and you only have a few checkers remaining in the 3rd and 2nd points, you can bear off two of these checkers. You must move a lower die roll before a higher one even if it means you can't fully use...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprende la forma de ganar el juego. Mueve todas tus fichas a tu tablero propio. Empieza a liberar tus fichas. Libera tus 15 fichas. Vuelve a jugar.


To write a funny book, you need a story idea that could come across as funny to your readers. You may create a story idea that is so absurd, it’s funny. Or you may place your characters in a situation that is humorous. Crafting a funny story idea should be a fun, silly exercise where you consider what you find funny and try to use these elements in your book.  For example, you may use your own funny experiences to write a story that is funny. Maybe you had a humorous entrance into the world, complete with a premature birth in the back of a moving bus and a mother who didn’t know what to name you, so your name was “Baby” for the first few weeks. Use funny moments in your life as inspiration for an original funny book. You can also create a situation that is so absurd it is funny, forcing your characters to deal with a funny situation in your book. For example, maybe your book is set in a dystopian future where people cannot lie. This situation can come across as absurd to your reader and force your characters to deal with being honest all the time. You can also imbue your main character with funny attributes or a funny perspective on the world. This could then help your book come across as humorous to your readers. Perhaps your main character is quirky and strange, with a funny perspective on life. Or maybe your main character always seems to land in absurd situations, leading to moments of humor. For example, maybe your main character is socially awkward and does not know how to approach others, especially at parties. But they always seem to end up going to parties anyway. You can come up with a story idea that is funny and entertaining by taking a classic story and twisting it around. Think of your favorite fairy tale, for example, and then add a humorous twist to it so it becomes funny or absurd. Consider a plot line you have read before and adjust it or add to it so it becomes fresh and new to readers. For example, you may take the fairy tale about sleeping beauty and twist it so it becomes more humorous....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Piensa en una idea graciosa para una historia. Haz que el personaje principal sea gracioso. Dale un giro gracioso a una historia clásica. Lee ejemplos de libros graciosos.


Toast the noodles and serve them dry, or boil them and serve them as a milky, soupy pudding called sheer khurma. This is the traditional Eid breakfast in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.  Dates are a popular breakfast to have before heading out for pre-dawn prayers. Other traditional breakfasts include buttered couscous or buffalo cream with honey and bread. As part of the festivities, Muslims decorate their homes with lights. Place string lights, candles, or lanterns around your house, and put up festive banners made of paper stars. A variety of meat dishes are enjoyed on Eid, but all must be halal, which means no pork or swine. One of the most popular dishes in Northern Africa is tagine, a savory stew named after the earthenware dish it's cooked in. Typical ingredients include chicken, beef, or fish mixed with vegetables and spices. Other popular Eid dishes are beef or lamb kebobs, biryani (a basmati rice dish), and haleem (meat slow-cooked with grains). Families gather together to make, swap, and eat these sugar cookies for Eid. They often have designs on them made with special stampers and contain one of three fillings: pistachios, walnuts, or dates. Create a basic dough of flour, powdered sugar, butter, and milk. Then roll it into little balls and press your thumb into each one to create an indentation for your filling. Once you add the filling, re-roll the balls and bake until golden. There are many more sweets enjoyed on Eid besides kahk, though the type depends upon the culture. Some examples include kheer (Indian rice pudding), baklava (a phyllo dough pastry popular in the Middle East), and kanafeh (a Turkish specialty with cheese, semolina, noodles, and syrup).

TL;DR in Spanish:

Empieza el día con seviyan o vermicelli. Cuelga luces en tu hogar. Come platos de carne halal. Hornea delicias tradicionales conocidas como kahk al Eid. Date gustos con diversos dulces.


Toasted walnuts taste best when served warm, so you should not let them cool to room temperature. They will be hot after you finish toasting them, though, and handling them immediately can lead to burns. Wait until the nuts have cooled just enough to comfortably hold in your hand. " The shell should have begun peeling up slightly at the "x" mark as the walnuts toasted. Use your fingers to grip the corners and forcefully peel the softened shell off. The shell may still pose some problem, but it can usually be worked off with only your fingers. If the shell is still too hard to peel away, gently crack it using a nutcracker as though the nut were still raw. Apply pressure carefully, though, since toasted walnuts tend to be a little softer than raw walnuts and will break apart more easily. You can either use a clean dish towel or paper towel. Rub the towel over the nuts using small yet rapid strokes to remove the bitter skins. You can also store the toasted nuts in the refrigerator or freezer if necessary, but most people prefer the taste of warm toasted walnuts over cold walnuts.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deja que las nueces se enfríen un poco. Pela las esquinas de la "x. Usa un cascanueces sólo si es necesario. Frota las nueces con una toalla. Sírvelas tibias.


Toasting the coconut before you process it into coconut butter gives the butter a delicious hint of toasted caramel. There are three ways that you can toast coconut, and one of the more popular is baking it in the oven.  Spread the coconut out on a baking sheet or two, depending on how much coconut you're using to make your butter. Make sure the layer is thin so that it cooks evenly. Place the coconut into an oven preheated to 300 F (149 C). Toast the coconut in the oven for about 20 minutes. Mix it around every five minutes to ensure it cooks and toasts at an even rate.  Remove the coconut from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature before using it for coconut butter. Another way to toast coconut involves cooking it in a skillet on the stove. You will likely have to work in batches, especially if you're making seven cups of coconut butter.  Spread the coconut out in a large skillet. Place it over medium heat and cook the coconut for about five minutes.  Stir the coconut frequently to prevent burning and promote even cooking. The coconut is ready when it turns a golden brown. Remove from the heat and cool before processing. A third way to toast coconut involves cooking it in the microwave in short bursts. Coconut can burn easily in the microwave, which is why you want to cook it in small sessions.  Spread the coconut out on a microwave-safe plate or dish. Set your microwave to high and microwave the coconut in 30-second increments. Stir between every cooking session.  The coconut will take about eight minutes to cook. It’s ready when it turns golden brown. Give the coconut a few minutes to cool down after toasting, then transfer it to your blender for coconut butter processing.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca el coco rallado en el horno. Tuesta el coco en una sartén. Cocínalo en el microondas.


Toasting will make the nuts more fragrant and flavorful. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Toast until they release a strong nutty aroma, then remove from the pan and set aside. Stir to combine. Do not worry if all the sugar and salt don’t dissolve. You can also add additional ingredients to spice up the recipe:  Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon for delicious cinnamon-sugar nuts.  Add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper for spicier nuts.  For really flavor-packed nuts, add ¼ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon dried ground orange peel. Cook until the sugar dissolves and is bubbling – approximately 5 minutes. This should take only 15 seconds or so. Either separate them immediately with forks, or wait until they have cooled and break the nuts apart. Store in an airtight container.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Tuesta las pecanas a fuego medio durante 2 a 3 minutos. Mezcla las 3 cucharadas de azúcar rubia con 3 cucharaditas de agua, ¼ de cucharadita de vainilla y ¼ de cucharadita de sal kosher en un tazón pequeño. Cocina la mezcla de azúcar a fuego medio revolviéndola frecuentemente. Agrega las pecanas y revuélvelas hasta cubrirlas con la mezcla de azúcar. Traslada las pecanas a una lámina de papel encerado o papel de pergamino para que se enfríen.


Tobacco contains many, many chemicals, the most addictive of which is nicotine. Nicotine has been shown to be as addictive a drug as heroin or cocaine. Low levels of nicotine consumption create a slightly euphoric feeling due to the release of dopamine and the minor adrenaline rush that accompanies the act of smoking. Nicotine also increases the resting heart rate, lowers skin temperatures, and reduces blood flow in the body's extremities.  Smoking is known to cause cancer, as well as strokes, coronary heart disease, blood clots, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It has also been shown to harm virtually every organ in the body.  Smoking is highly addictive. Many people recognize the harmful effects smoking causes on the body, but are incapable of quitting. Many self-avowed social smokers claim that they are not addicted, and can quit any time they want. However, on a chemical level, even social smokers' brains become sensitized to nicotine. Brain scans have shown an increase in the development and density of dendrites in the parts of the brain associated with addiction. Studies have shown that even beginner smokers experience a drastic reduction in the number of days they can go through without experiencing cravings, which suggests that even casual/social smoking is often the beginning of full-fledged addiction. If you still consider yourself a social/casual smoker without any real risk of addiction, you may already be addicted. Psychologists and medical professionals have compiled a checklist that addresses smoking habits which may be useful in assessing your own smoking habits. Any "yes" answers to any of the following questions suggests to medical professionals that addiction has already started:  Have you ever tried to quit but could not?  Do you find yourself smoking because it is difficult to quit?  Do you now or have you ever felt like you were addicted to tobacco/nicotine?  Do you ever experience strong, irresistible cravings to smoke?  Have you ever felt that you desperately needed a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Conoce cuáles son los efectos del tabaco. Comprende el hábito de fumar de manera social. Identifica si sufres de adicción. Considera acudir a un doctor.


Tobacco dries your mouth out and can raise the temperature of your mouth—both of these things contribute to bad breath by allowing bacteria to flourish. Smoking also increases the risk of gum decay, and a mouth with unhealthy gums is a mouth more prone to bad breath! Alcohol dries out the mucous membranes, so if you’re going to consume it, especially in the evening, you should try to drink one glass of water in between every alcoholic beverage—this way, you’re keeping your mouth moist. Bacteria flourish in dry, stagnate environments, so drinking lots of water and other fluids throughout the day helps to stave off odors in your mouth the next morning.  It is especially important to drink water right before going to bed, as the mouth dries out a lot over the course of the night when we’re sleeping and not consuming any food or fluids for many hours. Aim for eight 8 oz. glasses of water a day.[citation needed] If you aren't able to drink that much, supplement with milk or 100% fruit juice as necessary.[citation needed]  Owing to their high water content, fruits and vegetables offer another great source of hydration, in addition to water. Beyond this, the high fiber content of vegetables helps flush your body of toxins that may contribute to morning breath. Xylitol, the sweetener used in a lot of sugar-free gum products (and mints), can decrease bacteria that causes decay and bad breath.[citation needed] And flavored gum with Xylitol will not only help to eliminate bacteria that causes odor—it will also give your breath a scent of your choosing. Chewing gum twenty minutes after you eat might help to stimulate saliva flow. Some medications, such as insulin, can cause bad breath on their own, while others, like antihistamines, cause your mouth to dry out overnight, and lead to morning breath that way. If you have concerns about any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you’re taking, talk to your doctor. Take rubbing alcohol put it in a cup, then mix it with water and drink it. Swish it around in your mouth like...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deja de fumar. Consume bebidas alcohólicas de manera responsable. Mantente hidratado. Mastica chicle sin azúcar. Ten en cuenta tus medicamentos. Enjuágate la boca por la mañana.