If you want to be a successful student, then paying attention in class is absolutely crucial to your success. While you don’t have to love every single subject that comes your way, you should be motivated enough to listen to your teachers, to avoid texting your friends, and to be focused enough to really hear what your teacher is telling you, and to be able to pick up on the most important aspects of each lesson.  In order to pay attention, it’s important to keep your eye on the teacher. If you’re confused about something, you can quickly ask for clarification. If the lesson goes on and you feel yourself getting more and more lost, it’ll be hard to pay attention. . Taking notes is also crucial to your success as a student. Not only will taking notes help you study later, but doing so will also keep you engaged in the classroom, and will help you learn the material because you’ll have to jot it down in your own words. Some people even use different highlighters or pens to organize their notes as they take them to really help them absorb the material. Taking notes will make you feel more accountable in the classroom and will help you listen to your teachers. If you really want to succeed in the classroom, then it’s important that you ask your teachers questions, when it’s appropriate, in order to get a stronger understanding of the material. You shouldn’t interrupt the lessons, but you should ask questions if you really have them in order to avoid being confused and to prepare for your exams. Asking questions will also keep you active in the discussion and will help you learn the material, too. At the end of each class, you can also review your notes and prepare questions to ask the next time if anything is unclear. Some teachers want you to wait until the end of the lecture to ask questions. If this is the case with your teacher, be respectful of that. If you want to succeed as a student, then it’s important for you to participate in class. You should not only ask questions when you have them, but you should...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Presta atención. Toma apuntes Haz preguntas. Participa. Evita las distracciones en el aula. Desarrolla relaciones positivas con tus profesores. Si es posible, siéntate cerca del profesor. ¡Aprovecha los créditos adicionales!


If you want to be a well-rounded fighter, you'll want to develop solid punching and kicking skills. The most common stand up disciplines in MMA are Muay Thai kickboxing, boxing, Tae Kwon Do, and Karate. Watch fighters that practice the fighting disciplines that you're interested in to help you decide on what styles you want to pursue.  Muay Thai concentrates on punches, ring movement, and kicks. American boxing focuses heavily on punches. Tae Kwon Do and Karate focus on punches and kicks. Striking skills must be combined with grappling and wrestling skills if you want to be a well-rounded fighter. Common grappling styles include Brazilian jiu-jitsu, Judo, Greco-Roman wrestling, and American wrestling.  Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners specialize in gaining a superior grappling position as well as choking and submitting their opponent. Judo concentrates on locks and throws. Do a search online and look for gyms, dojos, and clubs that offer fighting or martial arts classes in your area. See if you can find general MMA classes that have both striking and grappling included in their curriculum. If a hybrid gym doesn't exist, you may have to go to more than one gym to build both your grappling and striking skills.  If you don't live in a major city there may not be classes for the particular styles that you want to learn. Stay flexible. Sites like FindMMAGyms and Fight Resource have an archive of MMA gyms across the U.S.A. For instance, if there are no MMA gyms near you, you can sign up for both kickboxing and jiu-jitsu classes separately. If you don't have a stand-up or grappling gym in your area, you can supplement some of your training with online instructional videos. Search online and find instructional videos made by professionals and watch them to fill the gaps in your training. Nothing can beat in-person training. Once you find the gyms in your area, you should call them and schedule your first class. Some gyms offer a trial class that's free of charge if it's your first time training. When you call you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina el estilo de pelea que quieres aprender. Determina qué tipo de disciplina quieres entrenar. Busca en Internet clases cerca de donde vives. Si tus opciones son limitadas, mira videos instructivos. Ponte en contacto con el gimnasio y programa tu primera clase. Adquiere el equipo que necesites en la primera clase.


If you want to be able to log in and post a quick status update, or simply to check your notifications without being sucked in, you can completely block your newsfeed. The free Google Chrome add-on “Newsfeed Eradicator” replaces your Facebook newsfeed with an inspiring quote.  Search for this add-on, then simply click "Download," and follow the instructions to install. Playing games, decorating your profile picture two or three times a day, and rating your friends will suck up your time before you know it. By avoiding the use of games and other apps, you will use your Facebook time more effectively. To further reduce the temptation of Facebook games, you can block game requests from your friends. When you receive a request, simply click the “x” to the right of your notification box, to turn off notifications from that game. You will no longer receive any requests or notifications for the game in question. You're about to log out of Facebook, then a good pal of yours sends you an IM. You'll stay on to chat for a while, and before you know it, there goes another hour. To avoid this, click on the “Chat” button in the bottom right corner and choose "Go Offline." You may also want to either delete the Facebook Messenger app, or simply mute Messenger notifications. On your "confirm requests" page, you don't have to click "ignore" on every request individually. Scan the page, see if there's anything of value (e.g. any old friends you're happy to hear from) and approve them. Then click "Ignore all" near the top right, and you’re done.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Bloquea la sección de noticias. No uses juegos ni aplicaciones de otros fabricantes (apps). Bloquea las solicitudes de amigos. Desactiva el chat. Ignora muchas solicitudes a la vez.


If you want to be an effective communicator, and ensure that people listen to what you have to say, it’s important to understand who you are talking to. If you are trying to engage people on a subject completely alien to them, it’s going to be a difficult task. Ask yourself the following questions about your audience:   Who are they, and what do they do? How can the audience benefit from listening to you? What do they already know about the topic? What is the relationship between you and the audience? What are your audience interested in? What impact will what you say have on the audience? Asking the audience simple questions will help you to answer these questions. For example, if you are talking about a recent report, you could ask “how many of you have had time to read the new report yet?” Being a good listener is an essential part of being a good communicator. Whether it is a serious conversation with a significant other, or a business discussion with some colleagues, making the effort to listen and understand the concerns of other people will really help. If you feel like the person you are talking to is not properly responding to you, stop for a moment and just listen. Maintain eye contact when the other person is speaking, and try to concentrate and empathise. Try to practice active listening by following these basic rules:  Try to understand before you try to be understood. Be non-judgemental. Give the speaker your undivided attention. Use silence effectively, and don’t interrupt unless necessary. If you want to get people to listen to you and take your ideas on board, it can be very helpful to try and find some common ground with your interlocutors. Your audience may be more receptive to what you have to say if you can frame it in a way that is more inclusive and connects directly with their concerns.  For example, if you are explaining a problem you have had, you could try and introduce it by relating it to something that happened to the person you are talking to. You may be more likely to form...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evalúa a tu audiencia. Escucha. Encuentra un terreno en común con tu audiencia. Identifica las señales no verbales.


If you want to be even more casual, you can simply say "nansai desu ka." On the other hand, if you're talking to someone older than you or in a position of authority and want to be more formal, you would say "toshi wa ikutsu desu ka." " Counting in Japanese is fairly easy to master. If you can count to 10 in Japanese, you can form any number. Use that number for your age.  For example, if you're 26 years old, you would respond "watashi wa ni-juu-roku sai desu." If you were asked with the more casual "nansai desu ka," you can simply respond with your age followed by "sai desu ka." If you want to potentially impress a Japanese person who asks your age, you can answer them with reference to the Japanese calendar. If you were born between 1926 through 1988, you were born in the Showa era. If you were born between 1989 and 2019, you were born during the Heisei era. The year you were born translates into a number of year in the era, which in turn you can use to express how old you are. For example, suppose you were born in 1992. The Heisei era started in 1989, so you were born in the fourth year of the Heisei era. Your age is "Heisei 4."

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa "anata wa nansai desu ka" para preguntarle a alguien qué edad tiene. Responde con tu edad diciendo "watashi wa", luego tu edad, seguida de "sai desu". Expresa tu cumpleaños usando el calendario japonés.


If you want to be modest, then you have to look the part. Don't hover over people, wave your hands wildly when you gesture, touch people you barely know with too much confidence, or stand with your hands on your hips and a giant maniacal smile planted on your face. Just stand with good posture, smile when the occasion calls for it, and keep your hands at your sides. You don't have to hunch over or look at the ground to be modest. Just don't go so over the top with your body language that people think you're full of yourself. If you're modest, then you shouldn't march right into a room like you own the place and start chatting away like the belle of the ball. Stride into a room with confidence, and calmly greet people or give them hugs, but don't show up and throw your hands in the air and cry, "The party's here!" The way you carry yourself, especially when you enter a new environment, can influence how modest you really look. This doesn't mean that you should dress like you just arrived to America on the Mayflower. However, if you want to be modest, then you should avoid clothes that are too flashy and which draw too much attention to you. Wearing obscene graphic tees, neon colors, or zebra or leopard print patterns may not be your best bet. Wear something that accentuates your best features without putting it all out there. Women should define what dressing with modesty means to them. There's no harm in showing off a little cleavage as long as you've got it under control. Part of being modest means not acting or looking like you're better than everyone else. So, that $1000 Prada purse or those expensive diamond earrings may have to go if you want to look modest in front of other people. It's okay to own some nice things and to bring them out from time to time, but if you're rolling in with $5000 worth of electronics, jewelry, watches, shoes, and any other accessories that you can think of, then other people will raise their eyebrows. Maybe you worked hard for that $1000 Prada purse. It's okay to wear it. But...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten un lenguaje corporal modesto. Entra a un lugar con modestia. Vístete con modestia. Evita accesorios de marca. Sólo recuerdo no parecer o ser demasiado modesto.


If you want to be really good at something you need to practice, right? Well, smiling is no different. If you're not a person who smiles a lot naturally, you will need to get used to what smiling feels like and learn how to replicate that feeling more naturally. Practice by smiling when no one else is around, in the bathroom, in bed, in your car. That way, you will feel less self-conscious.  Every morning, try to look in the mirror and smile at yourself. Concentrate on making the smile look natural, by extending it to your eyes. A slight upturn of the mouth isn't going to convince anybody. Find a smile that you like the look of and try to memorize how your face feels when you make it. That way, you will be able to replicate that exact smile in everyday situations. It's no secret that being happy makes you smile, so why not take advantage of that fact? If you find yourself in a situation where you know you'll have to smile and you want it to look natural, take a moment to conjure a happy memory or the face of a person you love. These positive mental images will automatically boost your mood and help you to smile more naturally. Bottom line: think happy thoughts! Everybody knows at least one person to whom smiling it the easiest, most natural thing in the world. Someone who'll smile at the drop of a hat, at everyone and everything. Chances are this person is well-liked, and is known for being approachable and trustworthy. Such are the powers of a great smile. Take some time to interact with this person, one-on-one, in a sociable setting and observe how and when they smile.  Make a mental note of how often they smile, along with the things they smile in response to. Do they smile when you say something funny? Or even when you don't? Are they smiling to be polite, or just because they seem genuinely happy? Now you've seen how a natural smiler navigates normal conversations, you will feel more confident about adopting similar behaviors and incorporating more smiles into your daily interactions.. In situations like...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Practica en frente del espejo. Piensa en un evento feliz o en alguien que amas. Observa a las personas sonrientes. Consigue un compañero. Elige un detonador para tu sonrisa. Sonríele a un extraño. Lleva un diario de sonrisas. Trabaja tus músculos faciales. Finge tu sonrisa hasta que se vuelva real.


If you want to be sophisticated, then you can’t just look and sound sophisticated—you have to be able to do sophisticated things. There are a number of sophisticated hobbies and interests that you can take up, and you should pick something—or a few things—that really mean something to you, that you enjoy doing them, that is. Having sophisticated hobbies will not only make you more sophisticated, but it will make you more likely to meet other sophisticated people and it will give you something sophisticated to talk about. Here are some hobbies of sophisticated people:  Tennis Badminton Golf Collecting records (Especially vintage vinyl, but may include classical music or jazz) Cooking fine cuisine Collecting fine wines Travelling Reading Watching films (especially classic, foreign, or art films) Going to museums Ballroom dancing Sailing Gardening Antiques Yoga Martial Arts Running / Marathons Rowing/Crew Horses Theater - Broadway, opera, ballet, local and dinner theaters, Shakespeare If you want to be sophisticated, then you have to know what’s going on in the world. You have to be updated on current events so you have a sense of how the world works on a daily basis and so that you can contribute to conversations about changes in politics, arts, media, or local government. Make sure you watch the news for at least 15 minutes a day, or better yet, that you make an effort to read the news for at least 15-30 minutes a day, whether you do this in the morning, at work, or during your commute.  Get your news from as many sources as possible. If you only get your news from The New York Times or The Wall Street Journal, then you are less likely to get an objective perspective. If you’re really busy during the week, make an effort to read the Saturday or Sunday paper pretty thoroughly so you have a sense of what you missed. Being well-read is a must if you want to be truly sophisticated. Having some knowledge about classic works of literature as well as contemporary works will make you a more well-rounded, interesting,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Empieza a practicar pasatiempos sofisticados. Estate al tanto de las noticias. Sé bien leído. Ama y aprecia otras culturas. Aprecia el arte.Tendrás que distinguir un Picasso de un El Greco si quieres ser sofisticado(a). Viaja lo más que puedas. Aprende a tomar vino. Sé tú mismo, con clase.


If you want to be taken seriously, confidence is just as important as intelligence. Keep your chin up, and stand up straight with your shoulders back. Maintain eye contact with the person you're talking to, or look from face to face when presenting to a group. Many people with low self-esteem or fear of public speaking will undermine themselves by adding "I don't know," "I guess," "I think," "I'm not sure," or "maybe" to their sentences. Cut these out of your speech, and you and your audience will both have more confidence in what you're saying. . Active sentences sound more confident than passive sentences, especially when you use the word "I." For example, instead of "The email will be sent out tonight," say "I will send the email tonight." . Smile while you listen or talk to someone, when appropriate. Use an occasional hand gesture, shrug, or head movement to show that you're paying attention. Try not to fidget, shift from one foot to the other, or tap your fingers. If you can't shake the habit completely, switch to something less noticeable, like wiggling your toes inside your shoe. People often judge you based on outward appearance before you even start talking. Wear presentable clothing and pay attention to personal hygiene, especially when you're preparing for an important event. Glasses are stereotypically associated with intelligence. Wear them instead of contacts if this is the look you want to present. Note that wearing "vanity glasses" with no prescription can backfire around people who know you don't need them.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Adopta una postura de confianza. Evita sabotear tu propio argumento. Usa oraciones activas. Utiliza un lenguaje corporal amigable Vístete bien.


If you want to be trendy, you should also strive to follow trends in popular music. Stay up-to-date to what's in and what's out when it comes to musical taste.   There are many online music services, such as Spotify, Pandora, and iTunes, that can help you stay up-to-date on popular music. Browse lists such as "Most downloaded" and "Most played" to see what's currently popular. Watch music aware shows, such as the Grammy's and the Video Music Awards. You want to be ready to respond along with the crowd and get a sense of what music is currently esteemed. Get acquainted with the classics as well. Spend some time reading blogs, articles, and magazines about music and music history. Read and then listen to the Rolling Stone's list of best albums of all time. Subscribe to a few popular blogs about music and music history. Talk to friends who love music and ask them for suggestions. Attend local concerts when possible. This can help you get acquainted with trendy local music as well as more popular bands. When it comes to media, movies and television are also an important aspect of being trendy. Spend some time watching the trendiest TV shows and movies.   Get a Netflix subscription. You can see what shows and movies are currently being watched or "trending" on social media. Try to give the more popular shows and movies a chance and see if you like them. Pay attention to the Emmys and the Oscars. Try to watch movies and shows that are nominated or that win awards. As you're watching the trendiest movies and TV shows, make use of social media. It's often popular to live tweet responses to award shows or the season finale to popular TV shows. You can also share responses on Facebook and talk to other fans of the show. Using social media allows you to convey that you're well informed and up-to-date on pop culture. It also allows you to actively engage with the media you consume.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mantente actualizada con la música. Mira programas de TV y películas a la moda. Usa los medios sociales para tu ventaja.


If you want to become a great speaker, you should first have an idea on what it means to be great. Famous speeches became that way in part because the speaker knew how to wring the most feeling and meaning out of what he was saying. Pay attention to the pauses they take, the words they emphasize, and the steady pace most famous speakers perform at.  One of the most famous speeches is "I Have a Dream," by Martin Luther King Jr. This is not his only speech, but it is one of his more famous ones. Other notable public speakers: Winston Churchill, Dwight Eisenhower, and John F. Kennedy. Listen to Ted Talks to see examples of great public speakers. These are especially helpful if you are giving a speech with time constraints, as Ted Talks are 18 minutes or less. As a public speaker, you should never feel the need to rush through a presentation. Because anxiety tends to make people speak much faster than they normally would, you should be aware of your rate of speech. Make a conscious point of speaking slowly. If your speech is happening at a more manageable rate, it will be easier for you to feel like you're in control. Speaking slowly does not mean speaking in a monotone. Just because you're taking your time doesn't mean you need to be boring. The best public speakers will keep a steady speaking pace and use that extra time to inject more expression into their act. Filler words include things such as "like" and "um." They are words that only exist in a live presentation because the speaker's mind need a second to catch up with the rest of the speech. Mishaps like this and other verbal slip-ups are most often the result of anxiety. While anxiety is totally natural and is to be expected, it's a good sign you need to slow down. A speaker speaking really slowly is better than one who is stuttering through important lines.  If you need a moment to recollect yourself in the middle of your speech, pause. While filler language will only detract from your presentation, a pause can give your audience time to mull over what...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escucha discursos grabados. Habla despacio. Reduce al máximo las muletillas y el tartamudeo. Enfatiza o repite frases muy importantes. Expresa las emociones por medio de inflexiones. Haz una pausa para conseguir un efecto. Interactúa con el público.


If you want to break through the growth barriers at your church, you need to firmly believe that God wants those barriers torn down. Before you can believe it, though, you also need to listen for God's voice and make sure that this sort of growth is His will for your church. There are two systems of belief regarding church size. The first states that God wants all churches to grow. The second states that God has a need and a place for both large and small churches. Regardless of which camp you fall in, if you want your church to grow, you need to have confidence in the belief that breaking through these growth barriers is something God wants for your individual church. Once you believe that God wants to grow your church, you also need to have a firm conviction in your personal desire to see it grow.  The idea of growing your church can scare many church leaders into inactivity and complacency. Dissolving the barriers that prevent growth is hard work, and the steps aren't often clear-cut. While the fear can be both strong and warranted, if you let it control you, you won't be able to get anything done. Once you make the decision to start growing your church, you need to stick with it. It shouldn't be your opinion that the church needs to grow—it should be your conviction. As long as there are a few seats left each Sunday, you might think there's already plenty of room. If your church reaches 70 percent of its seating capacity, however, visitors are less likely to show up and stick around.  Determine how many seats you have in your main worship space and multiply that number by 0.7. Compare that percentage with your average attendance from last month. If your attendance is greater than 70 percent of your seating, it's time to expand. Expand according to your resources. You may need to move to a larger building, or you might be able to build an addition onto your current one. When space gets tight and physically expanding is not an option, the next best thing to do is to introduce a new worship service time....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cree en que Dios quiere que tu iglesia crezca. Desarrolla una convicción. Provee espacio suficiente. Crea más servicios de culto. Contrata más personal. Analiza las congregaciones más grandes del área. Pon tus finanzas en orden. Prepárate para los dolores del crecimiento.


If you want to build muscle, you must include strength training in your workout plan. Lifting heavy weights 3-4 days per week should be sufficient to build muscle. There is no need to strength train every day. Your muscles need time to rest and recover, anyhow.  Some key exercises to include in your weight lifting regimen are bench press, overhead press, deadlifts, and squats. When lifting weights, focus on 1-2 areas at a time. For instance, work on chest and back one day, legs and glutes another day, and triceps, biceps, and shoulders on yet another day. Doing some cardio can be beneficial for preventing fat gain while building muscle, but too much cardio can actually hinder muscle development.  Limit cardio workouts to just once or twice a week when working to build muscle.  It’s also a good idea to schedule your cardio workouts for a separate day when you are not strength training. Combining cardio and weight training can put your body into a catabolic state in which muscle tissue is burned for energy instead of fat.  To maintain cardiovascular health, you should do 75 minutes of vigorous or 150 minutes of moderate cardio activity each week. Always give your muscles time to recover after each workout. So, for instance, if you worked on the chest and back one day, then you’ll want to wait a few days before working those muscle groups again. Muscles need time to recover and repair so that they can continue to grow. Overtraining can hinder your muscles’ ability to recover, which can prevent them from growing. This will not help you build muscle. Getting enough sleep each night is essential to building muscle without fat. Muscle tissue grows and repairs itself while you are sleeping. A lack of sleep, on the other hand, can lead to weight gain. Not getting enough sleep is counterproductive to building muscle without fat.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Entrena con pesas. Limita los ejercicios cardiovasculares. Evita entrenar demasiado y permite que tus músculos descansen entre las sesiones de ejercicios. Duerme durante ocho horas cada noche.


If you want to buy Type EE bonds or Type I bonds electronically, you must purchase them through the Treasury Department’s website. You’ll need to set up a TreasuryDirect account, which will allow you to purchase and manage your savings bonds.  You can set up your account at http://treasurydirect.gov.  You must be at least 18 years of age to open a TreasuryDirect account. In order to open your account, follow the prompts on the Treasury Department’s website by clicking on the tabs to open a TreasuryDirect account. You’ll also need to have some basic information available to purchase the bonds online. Following the prompts and having the proper data can help you to effortlessly purchase your bonds.  You need your Social Security number or taxpayer identification, the savings or checking account number from which the Treasury Department can withdraw the funds, and your financial institution’s routing number.  If you are buying the savings bonds as a gift, you’ll need the recipient’s Social Security number. You'll be required to provide several pieces of personal information to set up your account. Enter your Social Security Number, a valid United States address, driver's license or state ID number, United States bank account and routing information, and email address. Enter this information will allow you to fully set up and manage your account. You’ll need a password that you can easily remember in order to buy and manage bonds. Construct a password that is simple enough for you to know but secure enough to prevent hacking.  Consider using a mix of letters and numbers for the most secure password. Write down your password and keep it in a safe and easily accessible place for when you need it. Select a reminder from the list the Treasury Department provides to help you if you forget your password. Once you’ve finished following the account setup prompts, the Treasury Department will email you your account information. Click on the link provided to confirm your account so that you can start buying savings bonds...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea una cuenta en TreasuryDirect. Haz clic en "Abrir una cuenta" y luego en "TreasuryDirect". Ingresa tu información personal. Crea una contraseña. Confirma tu cuenta en TreasuryDirect. Inicia sesión a tu cuenta en TreasuryDirect para comprar bonos. Selecciona el propietario del bono. Elige los bonos de las series que quieras comprar. Revisa y envía tu solicitud de compra.


If you want to change an individual character (or string of characters) without changing all of the text, you can do so by selecting the character(s) with the text tool. The selected character(s) should now have an outline surrounding them. The palette is represented by a box that’s the same color as the currently-selected text. A larger palette will appear, containing a variety of colors from which to choose. To change the Stroke (the outline surrounding the text rather than the text itself), double-click the bottom of the two boxes. It will either have a red line over it (if there is not currently a Stroke color) or will be displayed as a box with a thick outline around it. ” The characters you highlighted will change to the color you selected.  If you’re dissatisfied with the color, press ⌘ Cmd+Z (Mac) or Ctrl+Z (Windows) to undo the changes. You can also change the font face and size of individual characters using this method.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz clic en la herramienta "Texto" (T) en la barra de herramientas. Selecciona los caracteres que quieras cambiar. Haz doble clic en la paleta de colores de la barra de herramientas. Selecciona un color y haz clic en "Aceptar".


If you want to change who you are, consider the habits you do every day. What habits do you want to change? Developing new habits means letting go of old habits. For example, if you would like to make friends, but are shy and rarely go outside your ordinary routine, you might need to consider finding new habits that include other people.  If you are typically anxious and fearful, consider how your habits might contribute to your fears. Many people report that taking a break from social media results in more happiness. Start small. It will be easier to make small changes than large ones. If you want to be healthier, change a habit that brings multiple benefits. For example, if you want to be healthier, a good habit to change would be to stop smoking. This will help you be healthier, allow for easier exercise, and you'll spend less money.  You can replace a bad habit with a good one. If you notice yourself starting to engage in the negative behavior, no matter what it is, consider what you can do instead. Consider the kind of person you want to become, then think of all the habits that this new person might want to include in their life. What would be an easy habit to change? This might be a good one to start with. The basic rule to remember is that you should start either with an easy habit to change or with a habit that's causing a great deal of negativity. You can decide which one to start with. No matter how good your intentions, if you're trying to use motivation and memory to pick up a new habit, you won't get far. A good reminder doesn't rely on motivation or memory, but rather piggy-backs on an existing good habit. So, if you're trying to improve your skin by moisturizing before bed every night, start moisturizing right after you wash your face, something you already do each night. Soon, the act of washing your face will trigger you to apply your moisturizer. It can take a long time to learn a new habit — from 15 days to 254. Repetition is necessary to make a new habit stick. Even if you become...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide lo que quieres cambiar. Prioriza lo que quieres cambiar. Usa un recordatorio para impulsar el hábito nuevo. Repite tu hábito nuevo con tanta frecuencia como puedas. Piensa en cambiar tu hábito en términos de un día a la vez. Tómalo con calma. No te compliques. Haz un compromiso con otra persona. Tengan en cuenta las consecuencias y las recompensas. Sé paciente.


If you want to connect a Bluetooth headset, speakers, or some other accessory to your Windows 10 PC, begin by turning it on.  If your computer doesn't support Bluetooth, you can add support using a USB Bluetooth adapter. Just connect the adapter to the computer and follow the on-screen instructions to install it. When a device is "discoverable," your PC will be able to find it and make a connection. Usually turning on a device will immediately put it into discovery mode. Sometimes you'll have to press a button (or combination of buttons) to make it discoverable. You'll usually see a blinking LED indicator somewhere on the device once it's discoverable. It's the squared-off chat bubble icon to the right of the clock in the taskbar. It looks like a sideways bowtie. When Bluetooth is turned on, the tile will turn a different color and either say "Not connected" or display a device name. When Bluetooth is off, the tile will just say "Bluetooth" and be gray. If you've already paired the Bluetooth device with your PC it should now connect automatically. It should be right below the Bluetooth icon. Look for the computer monitor icon with an overlapping phone or tablet. Your PC will now scan for available Bluetooth devices in range. The device may have a descriptive name that makes it easy to identify, but sometimes it'll be a more obscure set of letters and/or numbers. You can find out the name for sure by checking the Bluetooth device's manual. This will pair the device with your PC.  Sometimes you'll have to enter a code that appears on the device. Follow any on-screen instructions that appear to continue pairing. If the device doesn't appear, try powering it off and on again.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Enciende el dispositivo Bluetooth. Pon el dispositivo Bluetooth en modo visible. Haz clic en el ícono del centro de actividades. Haz clic en el ícono Bluetooth para activarlo. Haz clic en el cuadro Conectar. Haz clic en un dispositivo Bluetooth.


If you want to copy an entire site, or a large number of pages from a site at once, you'll want the help of an automatic site downloader. Trying to manually save each page would be a much too time-consuming task, and these utilities will automate the entire process. The most popular and powerful website copying program is HTTrack, an open source program available for Windows and Linux. This program can copy an entire site, or even the entire internet if configured (im)properly! You can download HTTrack for free from www.httrack.com. Once you’ve opened HTTrack, you’ll need to set a destination folder for the website files. Make sure to create a dedicated folder for your website copies, or you may have difficulty tracking them down in the future. Give your project a name to help you locate it. HTTrack will create a folder in your destination directory with your project name. This will ensure that HTTrack will download all of the content from the website, including any pictures or other files. You can enter in multiple websites if you'd like to copy multiple sites in the same project directory. By default, HTTrack will grab every possible link from that website that stays on the same web server. If the website you want to copy requires you to log in, use the “Add URL” button to enter the website address as well as the username and password. Once you have entered your URLs, you can begin the copying process. Depending on the size of the website, the download process can take a significant amount of time and bandwidth to complete. HTTrack will show the progress of all the files you are copying to your computer. Once the download is complete, you can open the copied website and browse it directly from your computer. Open any of the HTM or HTML files in a web browser to view the pages as if you were online. You can also open these files in a web page editor to see all of the code that makes them work. The files will be localized by default so that links point to the downloaded files and not to the website. This...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Descarga e instala HTTrack. Establece la carpeta de destino donde guardarás los archivos copiados. En el menú desplegable elige la opción "Descargar sitio(s) web". Ingresa la dirección que quieras copiar. Comienza a copiar el sitio web. Revisa el sitio web que copiaste.


If you want to custom cut a mirror, almost any piece will do – you can purchase uncut mirror glass from a hardware store or repurpose something you already have. Avoid cutting mirrors that are already severely chipped or cracked in multiple places. A mirror in bad condition may not be able to withstand the cutting process and shatter while you’re working with it.  If you’re looking for another source to buy uncut mirror, look for specialty shops that deal specifically in mirror and glass. It may be helpful to purchase a few pieces of inexpensive mirror to practice on. Try single-strength window glass, since it is easier to cut and usually the least expensive. Use glass cleaner or rubbing alcohol and a microfiber cloth to wipe down the mirror’s surface. Clean it thoroughly – you need it to be as spotless as possible, because even the slightest speck of dirt or dust can cause interruptions during the scoring process. This may result in the glass chipping or breaking. Use another microfiber cloth to wipe the surface down once more to ensure the mirror is completely dry before you begin. During the scoring and breaking process, tiny shards of glass will be discharged. These could potentially get into your eyes. It’s very important to wear some kind of eye protection or safety goggles when you’re working with glass. Don’t rub or touch your eye area while you’re working. Wear protective gloves, especially when handling freshly cut glass – the edges will be very sharp.  Avoid wearing open-toed shoes or sandals. If you end up with a glass splinter, try to remove it by placing a sticky piece of tape over it and then whipping it off quickly. If that doesn’t work, use tweezers.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige un espejo resistente y sin cortar para el proyecto. Limpia y seca bien el espejo. Usa equipo protector.


If you want to decrease your risk for breast cancer you may choose a nut that has been shown to do just that. You could also buy a mix of nuts or create your own based on dietary objectives. There were very impressive results of a review of the evidence linking nuts and lower risk of coronary heart disease, published in the "British Journal of Nutrition", by Kelly JH, and Sabate J. In this study, researchers looked at four large studies—the Adventist Health Study, Iowa Women's Study, Nurses' Health Study and the Physician's Health Study. When evidence from all four studies was combined, subjects consuming nuts at least 4 times a week showed a 37% reduced risk of coronary heart disease compared to those who never or seldom ate nuts. Plus an additional serving of nuts per week was associated with an average of another 8.3% reduced risk of coronary heart disease, for your health! Walnuts are extremely healthy nuts having multiple benefits for consumption. They have almost as much omega 3 fatty acids as salmon and more than is recommended for a daily serving of linoleic acid and alpha linoleic acid (omega 3 fatty acids). These fatty acids have been shown to increase brain function, protect against Type II Diabetes and decrease risk of cardiovascular disease. In addition to omega 3 fatty acids, walnuts contain high amounts ellagic acid, which promotes immune health, and vitamin B6. In clinical research, walnuts slowed the development of breast cancer in mice. Peanuts, although technically not a nut, but a legume, have the highest amount of protein at 7 g per oz. They have also been shown to keep cholesterol levels low and protect against cardiovascular disease. A unique nutrient in peanuts is resveratrol, the antioxidant found in red wine with anti-aging properties. Roast peanuts to increase their health benefits! Research conducted by a team of University of Florida scientists, published in the journal Food Chemistry, shows that peanuts contain high concentrations of antioxidant called polyphenols, and that...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige diferentes frutos secos para propósitos específicos basados en la investigación y contenido nutricional. Elige las nueces si buscas la mayor cantidad de efectos benéficos en la salud. Elige los cacahuates si un alto contenido de proteína y la salud del corazón son importantes para ti. Elige los pistaches si buscas saciarte. Elige las almendras para una mejor protección contra el cáncer de mama. Elige las nueces de brasil para una mejor protección contra el cáncer de mama. Elige las macadamias, nueces y anacardos para la salud cardíaca. Elige las avellanas si estás embarazada o en edad de procrear. Elige una mezcla si quieres obtener los beneficios de muchos frutos secos así como la conveniencia de tenerlos listos.


If you want to determine how much something would cost in "today's dollars," start by dividing the most recent CPI by the CPI for the year you want to adjust. This can be either a past year or a projected number for a future year.  As with calculating inflation, you can do this for different periods of time. For example, you could determine the value over a 4-month period. You just need a beginning date and an ending date. For example, if you wanted to find out what something that cost $50 in 1984 would cost in 2019, you would start by dividing the CPI for 2019 (255.657) by the CPI for 1984 (103.9) to get 2.46 (rounded).  To find out what something that cost $50 in 2019 would cost in 1984, simply flip the numbers in your ratio and divide the CPI for 1984 (103.9) by the CPI for 2019 (255.657) to get 0.40. The result of your ratio tells you what to multiply your value by if you want to find out how much that thing would cost (or how much that amount of money would be worth) currently.  To continue the previous example, you would multiply $50 by 2.46 to get $123. This tells you that what cost $50 in 1984 would cost around $123 in 2019. If you flipped the numbers to get 0.40, you'd find that what cost $50 in 2019 would cost $20 in 1984. If you're working with a set of values over many years, you'll get a better sense of how those values have changed if you remove inflation. This gives you a real comparison of how much things cost over time. Choose a year you want to use (typically either the current year or the most recent year in the set), then complete the calculation for each of the numbers in the set. When you've finished, you'll have a set of amounts adjusted for inflation. All of these amounts are said to be in that year's currency value.  Adjusting for inflation makes the prices more understandable to you and your audience. For example, the price of gas in 1950 was only 27 cents a gallon, which might sound incredibly inexpensive. However, adjusted for inflation, that price would be $2.86 in 2019 dollars —...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea una proporción entre el IPC actual y el IPC meta. Multiplica el valor por la proporción para obtener el valor actual. Aplica la fórmula de ajuste a una siere de valores para controlar la inflación.


If you want to diagnosis HPV-related genital warts, the first step is familiarizing yourself with their appearance. This can help you differentiate genital warts from other skin conditions and STDs such as herpes. HPV genital warts appear in a variety of forms. They may be flat lesions or small, cauliflower-like bumps. Genital warts rarely cause pain. However, they may become quite itchy. If you notice any unusual lesions near your genitals  that itch, they may be HPV related. You can identify HPV genital warts by knowing where they generally appear. HPV warts occur in specific areas on men and women.  Genital warts usually appear around the penis or scrotum in men.  In women, genital warts usually appear on the vulva but may also appear near the anus, on the cervix, or inside the vagina.  While these are the most common areas of appearance, HPV warts can appear anywhere on the body including non-genital areas.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Debes saber cómo se ven las verrugas genitales. Presta atención al escozor. Debes saber dónde aparecen normalmente.


If you want to distract from your double chin, consider adopting straight, center bangs. These can reach slightly below your browline and will help to make your double chin less noticeable. Consider developing side bangs. Although different than center bangs, growing side bangs helps to provide your face with a unique asymmetry. This may add a new depth to your look while drawing attention away from your chin. Beards are an easy and effective way to hide a double chin. A thicker beard may help to hide your double chin completely. If your facial hair is at least 0.5 inches (1.3 cm), it should obscure your double chin. Almost a third of men with double chins choose to grow a beard. Bobs are a fashionable option for people who like shorter hairstyles and don't want to focus as much on bangs.  A longer bob that falls below the chin can help to make your face appear more lean. A pompadour is a fancier way to approach a short hairstyle while bringing more attention to the top of the head. If you prefer a longer hairstyle, consider adding layers the next time you get your hair trimmed. This adds an extra dimension to your hair while also distracting the eye away from your double chin. By adding more texture to your hair, you'll be taking focus away from your chin and neck area. Consider investing in hair extensions. Highlighted extensions can help in adding an extra distraction from your double chin.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Deja que tu flequillo crezca si lo tienes. Deja que la barba te crezca para cubrir la papada. Prueba con un corte de cabello corto para distraer la atención de la papada. Agrega capas para hacer que el cabello largo luzca más prominente.


If you want to do more activities, you can try to strike a deal with your parents. Tell them that you will do something and ask if they might offer you something in return. Offer to do the activity or chore anyway. Even if your parents don't agree to give you something in return, you can earn some credit with them that you can perhaps cash in later. If you've been grounded for something, don't do it again. Show your parents that you learned your lesson and that you've grown from the experience. Go the extra step of avoiding past mistakes by doing the opposite. For example, if you were grounded because you were out past your curfew, make sure that you arrive home before your curfew for the first month after you're finished with your punishment. If you got caught smoking, sign up for a cancer awareness 5K run. Show respect to your parents by being considerate, aware and responsible. If you would like to be able to do more things, you can offer to pay for them. If you have a part time job – even babysitting or dog-walking – you can demonstrate that you can handle more responsibility. Your parents will be impressed by your initiative and maturity, so long as you keep the job. Responsible people are able to compromise and they don't throw a fit when they don't get their way. Be content with what you've got and be prepared to give a little to get a little.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Negocia con tus padres. No repitas tus errores. Haz lo opuesto al motivo por el que te castigaron. Consigue un trabajo de medio tiempo. Debes estar dispuesto a hacer concesiones.


If you want to do your part to curb the animal extinction rate, you should avoid using products that are harmful to the environment. Many corporations harvest food and other resources in a way that negatively impacts the habitats of endangered species.  Look for products made from recycled materials. They are often marked by a series of green arrows forming a circle. You may also find information on a product's label indicating how much of it is made from recycled materials.  If you wear make-up, be conscious of which products you purchase. Many cosmetics companies are notorious for animal testing and other environmentally harmful practices. A lot of big companies, like Olay and Garnier, routinely practice animal testing. Read the labels on cosmetics, shampoos, and conditioners to make sure there is no animal testing involved.  Many products make use of palm tree oil. It's used in foods, cosmetics, and soaps. Many tropical forests are being stripped to make room for palm tree farms. If you see palm tree oil on the label of a product you're buying, make sure that company harvests the oil in a sustainable manner. You can find a list of companies that support ethical palm oil harvesting on the Union of Concerned Scientists website. You should never purchase products made from threatened or endangered species. Many people enjoy bringing home memorable souvenirs after overseas trips. However, many of these trinkets are made from animals in danger of extinction. Avoid products made form things like ivory, tortoise shell, and coral. You should also stay away from anything made from tiger fur or the fur of another endangered animal. Many of the agricultural practices used by big food companies are harmful to the environment and endangered species. If you want to do your part to help, strive to buy local food. Be on the lookout for grocery stores who buy from local farmers as well as farmer's markets in your town. Smaller farms generally do less environmental damage and are often more committed to sustainable, ethical...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Préstale atención a los productos que uses. No compres productos hechos con especies en peligro de extinción. Compra alimentos locales. Implementa cambios pequeños para ahorrar energía. Consume menos carne. Recicla y compra productos sostenibles.


If you want to dry the leaves more quickly, you can go ahead and remove the leaves from the stems. Discard the stems along with any leaves that are bruised or broken. Rinse them gently in water, then set them on paper towels and gently pat them dry. Basil leaves dry beautifully in either an oven set to very low heat or a food dehydrator.  If you're using the oven, set it to the lowest temperature - 200 °F (93 °C) or lower.  If you're using a food dehydrator, ready it for operation according to the manufacturer's instructions. Either spread them on a baking tray or the food dehydrator tray. Make sure none of the leaves overlap. They should be arranged in one thin, even layer. The leaves should be dried over the course of 24-48 hours until they are no longer moist; they should crumble easily when pinched between your fingers.  If you're using the oven, place the tray of leaves inside the preheated oven and let them bake for 20 minutes. Turn off the oven and leave the leaves inside overnight. In the morning, they should be sufficiently dry.  If you're using the food dehydrator, place the tray of leaves inside and operate the food dehydrator for 24-48 hours. You can store them whole in plastic food storage bags or bins, or crush them and store them in spice bottles.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Separa las hojas de los tallos una vez que las hayas cosechado. Enjuaga las hojas y sécalas con papel de cocina. Programa el horno para deshidratar alimentos. Distribuye las hojas en una capa fina sobre una bandeja. Seca las hojas hasta deshidratarlas. Guarda las hojas secas.


If you want to dye dark jeans with color, bleaching the area you wish to dye beforehand will yield the best results. If your jeans are light wash or white, you can skip the bleach. Start by wetting your jeans. You should wet the area you want to dye, but wetting the entire pair is fine, too. You can wet them anywhere—in the shower, with the hose, or in the sink. Lay a cloth or tarp over your workspace to protect the area from the dye. Wring out any excess water and lay your jeans flat to dry. This will take a few hours. Then, feel free to add finishing touches, like fraying or rips!  Check your dye label for any special drying instructions. Wash and dry you dip dyed jeans by themselves for the first time. After that, feel free to wash them with other clothes.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decolora los jeans oscuros antes de teñirlos. Moja los jeans. Prepara el área. Deja que los jeans se sequen y diséñalos como quieras.


If you want to effectively manage conflict with your loved one, then you need to avoid the four forms of negativity that are so lethal to relationships that they are sometimes called "the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse": criticism, contempt, defensiveness, and stonewalling. After observing a couple for only a few hours, scientists can predict with over 94% accuracy whether they will stay together or get divorced if these negative behaviors are not changed. If you find yourself using any of these approaches toward your partner, decide to do something about it before it erodes your love.  Avoid criticizing your partner just to get rid of some built-up resentment. Instead, complain without blame by stating a positive need. Talk about your feelings using I statements and then express a positive need. What do you feel? What do you need? Avoid having contempt for your partner by building a culture of appreciation and respect in your relationship. Avoid being defensive, and be open to your partner's comments and suggestions. Don't focus on trying to prove that you're right and work on finding a solution with your partner. Accept responsibility, even if for only part of the conflict. Stonewalling, or refusing to listen to your partner or to give in to their demands even one bit, is one of the worst things you can do in a relationship. The antidote is to practice physiological self-soothing. The first step of physiological self-soothing is to stop the conflict discussion. If you keep going, you'll find yourself exploding at your partner or imploding (stonewalling), neither of which will get you anywhere. This will help you and your partner keep things positive while solving a problem together instead of blaming each other, yelling, or hurting each other through comments you don't really mean. You can maintain this ratio of positivity during an argument by avoiding saying things like, "You never..." or "You always..." Don't think in absolutes and focus on the positive aspects of the situation, not the negative, if you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evita los cuatro exterminadores más comunes de una relación. Mantén una proporción de 5 a 1 de interacciones positivas a negativas durante las discusiones conflictivas. Controla los problemas continuos en la relación. Introduce un conflicto con tacto. Aprende a comprometerte. Discúlpate cuando te equivoques.


If you want to ensure that you write every day, schedule specific writing time. Maybe you’ll like to write first thing in the morning about the day before, or maybe writing in your diary at the end of the day is a good way for you to decompress. When you write is not as important as making sure that you write every day. To make sure you stick to your writing schedule, you can use a smartphone, your watch, or your computer to set a reminder to write every day at the same time. On some days you might find it hard to write and other days you might have so much to say you feel like you could write all day. Setting a time limit can give your writing structure and make it easier to turn into a daily routine. Start with ten to fifteen minutes per day. If you find you are always running out of time, you can always increase the amount of time you spend writing. Setting a timer can help you write within the time limit without having to check your watch every few minutes. Writing in the same location every day can help you stay committed to writing regularly. If you’re going to the same location every day to write, it will create a pattern and give your writing even more structure. It doesn’t matter where you write – it can be at a coffee shop or a room in your home – as long as you always write in the same place. Take things further. If you are writing at home, sit in the same armchair or at the same table each time. It can be easy to give up on keeping your diary if you put too much pressure on yourself. It’s okay if you occasionally skip a day or two – once you get back into writing, simply jot down short summaries of the days you missed.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Crea un horario. Establece límites de tiempo para escribir. Escoge un lugar para escribir. No te rindas si pierdes el rumbo.


If you want to establish paternity while the mother is pregnant (prenatal testing), you will be able to choose from a variety of methods. Each method has its benefits and risks, so be sure you choose the method that is right for you. The three most common methods include:   Amniocentesis. This is an invasive paternity test that can be conducted as early as 13 weeks into a pregnancy or as late as 24 weeks. This test is performed by inserting a long, hollow needle into the pregnant woman's uterus where a small amount of amniotic fluid is extracted. The procedure takes about 30 minutes and is considered safe. However, there is a small chance of miscarriage and side effects may include cramping, vaginal bleeding, and amniotic fluid leakage.   Chorionic Villus Sampling. This is another invasive paternity test, less popular than amniocentesis, that can be conducted between week 10 and 13 of pregnancy. This test is performed by taking a sample of cells from the vagina, cervix, or abdominal wall. Some people choose this test over amniocentesis because it can be performed earlier in the pregnancy, which may be important in legal paternity suits. The risk of miscarriage is almost twice as high as that of amniocentesis and the side effects may include vaginal bleeding.   Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity. This method is non-invasive and can be conducted after week 14 of pregnancy. This test is performed by taking a blood sample from the mother and isolating the fetal cells in that blood. While this test is non-invasive, it is relatively new and has its drawbacks. For instance, there is a chance that doctors will not be able to isolate the fetal cells and if the mother has been pregnant before, there is a chance the wrong fetal cells will be isolated. Once you have decided which form of testing is right for you, you should research and test with a reputable laboratory. There are a few good ways to do this.  Talk to your doctor and ask them if they have any recommendations on where to get your prenatal paternity testing...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide cómo quieres hacerte la prueba de paternidad. Pide una cita con un profesional de buena reputación que proporcione el servicio que buscas. Paga la tasa correspondiente. Obtén los resultados.


If you want to fake a barbell facial piercing, your best bet is to buy an actual barbell piercing. You can get these piercings at a tattoo shop where they also do piercings, or at a jewelry store such as Claire’s.  Barbell piercings usually come with rounded silver studs. But, you can choose from different colors and shapes. Decide whether you want a straight or curved barbell. This may be dependent on where you want to place the fake piercing on your face. Barbell piercings are usually used for eyebrow, bridge, and septum piercings on the face. The middle bar pierces through the skin and the two studs or “bells” at either end are visible outside of the skin. Sometimes the actual bar can be visible as well, depending on whether it is straight or curved.  Bridge barbell piercings are located at the top of your nose, between your eyes. Eyebrow barbell piercings can be both vertical and horizontal. With an actual barbell piercing, the bar would be going through your skin. Since this is a fake piercing, you need to cut the barbell into three parts.  Use diagonal cutting pliers to cut the barbell. Do not just cut it in half. You want to be able to make an illusion that the barbell is going through your skin. Cut the barbell closer to each end stud, instead of right down the middle. This will leave you with three parts.  The middle piece is the part of the barbell that would have been in your skin. The two end pieces are what you are gluing to your skin to make your fake barbell piercing. Apply a small amount of eyelash glue to the ends of of both pieces of barbell. Eyelash glue is the best adhesive for fake facial piercings because it is already made for the skin, so it will last the longest and not be harmful.   Choose an eyelash glue with a small applicator. Let the glue set on the ends for 20-30 seconds before applying to the skin. Tweezers are the most effective when handling these two barbell pieces. You will be able to hold them steady and not get any glue on unwanted areas of your face. Place your two...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra una joya en forma de pesa (barbell). Decide en dónde quieres la perforación. Corta la joya usando un alicate. Aplica pegamento para pestañas a los extremos. Usa pinzas para colocar cada parte de la joya en forma de pesa.


If you want to form a very rough idea of whether water is cold, lukewarm, or hot, first hold your hand above the water. If you feel heat radiate off of the water, it is hot and may burn you. If you feel no heat, the water will either be room-temperature or cold. Do not stick your hand directly into water—either in a kitchen or in nature—without first holding your hand above it to gauge the temperature. If the water container is large enough, dip one of your elbows into the water. This will give you a rough idea of the water’s temperature. You’ll be able to instantly tell if the water is hot or cold. Avoid putting your hand into water of an unknown temperature, as you could scald yourself. If you leave your elbow in the water or 5–10 seconds, you’ll be able to form a rough idea of the water’s temperature. If the water feels slightly warm, but not hot, it’s around 100 °F (38 °C).

TL;DR in Spanish:

Coloca la mano cerca del agua. Coloca el codo dentro del agua. Estima la temperatura del agua.


If you want to get a furry hamster friend go to the pet store, hamster breeder (if you're looking for a specific coat color for your hamster) or animal shelter to pick one out. Try not to buy from a chain pet store as the hamsters will likely come from mill breeders and have very bad genetics. Instead, choose a rescue or local breeder. Check Craigslist, Gumtree, or Preloved.  Hamsters are relatively cheap to purchase. You’ll spend far more money on their toys, cages, and healthcare. A healthy hamster should have clean ears, a clean and dry bottom, a small rounded stomach, no bald spots or lumps (except for the scent glands on its thighs, which many people mistake for cuts or scabs), clean bright eyes, and healthy teeth which aren't overgrown or curled upwards. If a hamster has wet fur around the rump, be especially wary; this is a sign of “wet tail” — a bacterial disease that spreads quickly through contact with other hamsters. The fur must be dry and clean. There are antibiotic treatments for wet tail, but if you just now picking out a hamster, try to find one that is healthy. Syrian hamsters may reach 5-7 inches (12.7-17.8 cm) in length as adults. Dwarf Campbell hamsters and Dwarf Winter White hamsters reach 3-4 inches (7.6-10.1cm). Chinese hamsters can grow to be 4-5 inches (10.1-12.7cm) long. And Roborovski hamsters barely reach 3 inches (7.6cm) in length as adults. Syrian hamsters are mostly golden, but they can come in a variety of colors. Dwarf Campbell's hamsters are normally a grayish-brown color with a black stripe down their back and with a white stomach. Dwarf Winter White hamsters come in white, with either a purple or grayish tint. Dwarf Roborovski hamsters are a sandy brown with a white stomach. And Chinese hamsters are a dark brown with a cream stomach. If the staff or breeder (depending on where you go, of course) is uncomfortable with this, then ask for him to place his hand in the hamster enclosure. Avoid buying a hamster that bites or scratches aggressively. Also do not buy one that is...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca un lugar que venda hámsteres. Elige un hámster saludable. Considera de qué tamaño quieres que sea el hámster. Considera el color de tu hámster. Pide permiso para meter tu mano en la jaula de los hámsteres.


If you want to get a girlfriend through Facebook chat, then the first thing you can do is to make sure she’d be open to your advances. Of course, it may sound pretty obvious to say that you should click on her profile to see if she’s single, but it may not be as simple as that. You may have to do a bit more digging than that. For example, she may be dating someone who isn’t on Facebook and may not list her relationship status, she may be “married” to one of her female friends as a joke while dating someone, or she may be very clearly into someone else. How do you find that out? Here are a few tips:  Scroll through her pictures. See a lot of photos of her with some other guy? Do people comment about how “cute” the photos are? If so, then she may be off the market. Check out her wall. Is there a guy whose wall she posts on a lot, or a guy she seems to be in conversation with a lot? If so, then this may be the guy she’s dating. See if she posts a lot of mysterious messages that allude to the fact that she’s dating someone. She may post love songs, have winking emoticons, or make comments about liking someone that seem a little bit confusing. This may be a sign that she likes someone or is dating someone but she doesn’t want to be open about it. Then again, if it seems like she’s not dating someone but that she may just have a crush on someone, then nothing’s stopping you from trying to swoop her up! Whether you know the girl or not, it’s important to have a profile that is interesting and up-to-date. If she gets in the habit of chatting with you a lot, or commenting on your Facebook posts, then chances are that she’ll be taking a peek at your profile. If that’s the case, then you should make sure you have fun, flattering photos, an interesting profile, and some comments that make her laugh. Here are some ways to make sure your profile makes you appealing to the girl you’re chatting with:  Have a profile photo that isn’t too cocky and actually shows what you look like. Girls want guys who are real, not posers....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que sea soltera. Asegúrate de tener un perfil interesante. No le hables apenas se conecte. Inicia la conversación de manera relajada. Saca a colación temas interesantes. Comienza a desarrollar un vínculo en común.


If you want to get drunk fast, you need to know your limits. You do not want to end up getting sick. Be aware of how much you can drink and still keep yourself in check.  You may know your limits from previous experiences drinking. For example, you know you start to feel sick and lose memory around the four drink mark. If you're new to drinking, you may be unsure of your limits. Try to be aware of what you're feeling. If you start to feel physically ill, or very dizzy, this is a sign you should stop. You can also ask a friend to look out for you, and let you know when you seem to be losing control. You want to remain in control of the situation, even if you're drunk. This can be harder to do if you're attempting to get drunk fast. If you feel yourself becoming very inebriated, take a break for a bit. You do not need to keep chugging alcohol throughout the night to keep your buzz going. You should stop once you feel drunk. Many people avoid food before drinking in order to get drunk faster. This is never a good idea. Always eat something, even something small, prior to drinking. You should also snack throughout the night. Go for high protein foods, like nuts or cheeses. Getting drunk once in awhile can be fun, especially in a social event. However, in the long run, alcohol abuse can cause damage to your overall health. During most events, stick to one or two drinks. This will keep you safe and healthy. Alcohol can interfere with certain medications. If you're going to be getting drunk, check the labels of all your medications. Make sure they do not interact poorly with alcohol. Avoid taking painkillers after a night of drinking. These can interact poorly with alcohol and cause damage to your liver and other organs. Painkillers with acetaminophen can be particularly dangerous.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Conoce tu límite. No bebas con el estómago completamente vacío. Trata de beber con moderación en la mayoría de las circunstancias. Revisa tus medicamentos antes de beber.


If you want to get rid of your boyfriend, don't return his phone calls or answer back when he texts. If you do talk to him, say you don't have time to spend with him. Make sure you also don't call him or text him first. If you make plans, break them at the last minute. He will get the hint that you don't want to spend time with him and will eventually break up with you. Or you can try not talking to him.   When you are together, make no attempt to have deep conversations with him. Make your interactions stilted and uncomfortable. You can even look bored or like he bugs you when he's around.  If he calls you on your behavior, you can either ignore him or tell him something like "I've just been really busy recently." If he asks with what, ignore or deflect the answer. If you want to be subtle about this, you can do this slowly over time. Don't cut off all contact at once, but slowly spend less time with him. If you were texting him multiple times a day, text him less and less. Eventually he'll notice you've cut back on your interactions. Whenever you are with your boyfriend, pick meaningless fights with him. Turn everything he says against him, making it into an argument. If he is slightly late for something, tell him something like "You are always late. I have been waiting forever for you. Can't you ever be on time?" He will likely get frustrated and break up with you.  You can also say negative things about everything he does in order to get him to start a fight with you. If he explains something to you, tell him "You are so wrong. What an idiot." It will eventually get to him enough that he breaks up with you. Subtly give him hints that you don't think there is a future for the two of you. If he is trying to make plans for a date, don't agree to anything concrete or evade the question. If he asks you about going to a concert or event a few months away, tell him "We'll see. I don't know what I'll be doing then." He'll eventually understand that you don't see a future with him.  You can also get annoyed when...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Actúa distante. Provoca peleas con él. Sé imprecisa respecto al futuro. Evita decir “te amo”. Deja de ser íntima. Di que necesitas espacio. Trata de controlarlo. Sé egoísta.


If you want to get users, you'll want to make sure that they know your program exists. Just like any product, you'll need to do a bit of advertising in order to make people aware. The extent and depth of your marketing campaign will be dictated by your program's function as well as your available budget. Some easy ways to raise awareness of you program include:  Posting about your program on related message boards. Make sure that you follow the posting rules of whichever forum you choose so that your posts don't get marked as spam. Send out press releases to tech sites. Find some tech blogs and sites that fit your program's genre. Send the editors a press release detailing your program and what it does. Include a few screenshots. Make some YouTube videos. If your program is designed to complete a specific task, make some YouTube videos showing your program in action. Structure them as "How-To" videos. Create social media pages. You can create free Facebook and Google+ pages for your program, and can use Twitter for both company and program-specific news. For small programs, you can most likely host the file on your own website. You may want to include a payment system if you are going to be charging for your software. If your program becomes very popular, you may need to host the file on a server that can handle more downloads. Once your program is released in the wild, you will invariably have users with technical problems or who don't understand how the program works. Your website should have thorough documentation available, as well as some sort of support service. This can include a technical support forum, a support email, live help, or any combination of those. What you can provide will be dependent on your available budget. Almost all programs these days are patched and updated long after their initial release. These patches may fix critical or non-critical bugs, update security protocols, improve stability, or even add functionality or redo the aesthetics. Keeping your program updated will help keep...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Promueve tu programa. Hospeda tu programa en tu sitio web. Establece un servicio de soporte técnico. Actualiza constantemente tu producto.


If you want to get your girlfriend's attention, then you have to make her see that you really do care about her. While superficial compliments about her appearance or compliments that are only calculated to make her like you won't get you very far, giving her a meaningful compliment at the right time can show her that you really care. If you're worried about getting her to love you more, then chances are it's because she's not feeling the love back, so let her know you care by telling her what makes her so special.  You can compliment an impressive aspect of her personality. You can say something like, "It's really awesome that you can strike up a conversation with almost anyone. How do you do that?" Or, "You're such a hard worker. I wish I could study for as long as you could." You should pay attention to her and notice when she's wearing something new or when she got a new haircut. Say, "I love that new sweater on you. It really brings out your eyes," and she'll be impressed that you're paying attention. Another way to make your girlfriend feel special and to win her over is to do some favors for her to show her you care. This could mean bringing her lunch when she's had a busy day, giving her a ride when she needs it, or helping her clean up her place after a party. Just taking the time to make her life a little easier will make her appreciate you more. Of course, you don't want to be her puppy dog and make her think she can take advantage of you, but you should help her out when you can, provided she does the same for you. She may protest when you ask her if she needs help, but if you see that she really does need some help from you, you should help her out as much as you can. If you want to make your girlfriend feel special, then you can't just treat her like arm candy. You have to care about the things she cares about and want her to succeed. If she's really into soccer, you should go to her games when you can. If she's trying to find a new job, you can help her by setting up a mock interview. Let her...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Halágala más. Hazle favores. Apoya sus metas e intereses. Hazle preguntas sobre su vida. Pregúntale cómo le va ese día. Sé cariñoso. Tómate el tiempo para escucharla verdaderamente.


If you want to go back to an earlier version of iOS, you will need to enter DFU mode so that the old operating system software can be installed. DFU mode occurs before the device loads the installed operating system This allows you to change system files while they're not being accessed. If you're jailbreaking your iPhone, you may need to put it into DFU mode to load the custom operating system. Not every jailbreak process requires you to do this. If you want to send in  your jailbroken iPhone for warranty service, you will need to reverse the jailbreak process. This may require you to put your device into DFU mode. This is usually done as a troubleshooting step, when the device will not restore properly through iTunes. Sometimes, a firmware update may interrupt, causing corrupted files.  It is advised that an iPhone is not force-restarted during a firmware update, as the iPhone may not continue with the firmware update.  However, if an iPhone's firmware update is interrupted or the system memory is corrupt as a result of a process like jailbreaking, DFU mode ensures that the iOS device can be restored even if the memory is corrupt.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pon el dispositivo en el modo DFU cuando vuelvas a una versión anterior. Pon el dispositivo en el modo DFU cuando hagas jailbreak. Pon el dispositivo en el modo DFU cuando reviertas el jailbreak. Pon el dispositivo en el modo DFU en caso de que no puedas recuperarlo con el modo de recuperación normal.


If you want to go for a vintage look, choose a tight sweater. You can also wear a tank top with thick straps if the weather is too warm for a sweater. Ideally, you have a top from with the team's logo on it, but that may not be the case. Use markers to write your team's name or draw its logo onto your top. If you want to add something extra to your costume, try adding the logo of your favorite team to your plain shirt or tank top. Download or create the image you want on the shirt, then print it onto the transfer paper. Cut out your image and iron it on to the shirt, following the directions for the transfer paper. Once you have your base outfit, you need to finish off your outfit with shoes and socks. Cheerleaders wear short white ankle socks with their uniforms. They will look good with any outfit you choose, no matter the color. Pick tennis shoes or small sneakers. If you don't have shoes that match the colors on your uniform, plain white sneakers will look good with anything. You can add flare to your shoes by adding small pom poms that match your costume to your shoelaces. Put your hair in either a high ponytail or in pigtails. It gets your hair out of your way and gives your looks extra bounce. For your makeup, apply your foundation and powder like you normally do. Add a light blush to your cheeks. Also put on mascara and a shimmering white or bronze eye shadow color. Finish it off with a light pink lipstick or lip gloss.  You can add some words on your cheeks, something like your team's name or generic phrases such as "Go Team" or "Go, Fight, Win." These can be drawn in makeup pencils or face paint. You can also add glitter embellishments to your makeup or bows in your hair that match your costume. Anything that makes you look like you have spirit is appropriate for a cheerleader costume.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige la parte de arriba. Utiliza papel de calco para tejidos para decorar tu camiseta o tu top. Incluye las zapatillas y los calcetines. Hazte el peinado y maquíllate.


If you want to grow purple roses, the easiest way is to get a 'parent' purple rose and use it to make more purple rose plants. The first step is to find a florist who can provide you with a fresh purple rose. Then, if you are very lucky, you may be able to get this rose to take root and grow into a viable plant. It's best to plant a cut rose when the rose is freshly picked. As the cut rose you obtained from the florist's may not be freshly picked, it's best to trim off the last inch and a half of stem. This freshens the cut surface of the rose. Always make the cut at a 45 degree angle, using a clean sharp blade such as garden secateurs (pruning shears). Alternatively, if you know someone who grows purple roses, you can request to make a cutting from their plant in order to grow your own purple rose bush. To cut from an existing plant, take about 8 inches (20.3 cm) of healthy green growth in the late summer or fall, cutting at a 45 degree angle. Once you have obtained your freshly cut rose, remove the leaves and dip the end of the stem into a rooting compound. Insert 2/3 of the stem into a cutting compost mix (or regular compost mixed with grit). Under the right conditions, the cutting will take about a year to develop enough root growth for replanting elsewhere. Not all cuttings will 'take' (i.e. develop roots) so always plant more cuttings than you need. Gardeners can usually count on between a third and a half of all cuttings developing into viable plants.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consigue una rosa púrpura cortada de un florista. Recorta el tallo. Corta la rosa de un rosal púrpura existente. Estimula a la rosa cortada para que eche raíces. Mantén húmedo el esqueje y lejos de la luz solar directa. Siembra más esquejes de los que necesitas.


If you want to have a healthy marriage, then you have to make your spouse feel like your equal and take their feelings into account whenever you’re making a decision or just going about your day. If you treat your spouse like their opinions don’t really matter or like you always have the final say, then you’re bound to have an imbalance in your marriage. Make sure that you give your spouse’s views the same seriousness that you give your own and that you take the time to listen to your spouse and make them feel like you care.  Work to be kind, loving, and understanding to your spouse. If you’re having a bad day and snap out a comment or response, make sure you apologize; give your spouse the basic respect they deserves instead of thinking you can do whatever you want because you’re married. You should also respect your spouse’s privacy. Don’t go snooping through their phone, letters, email account, bank statements etc if you expect them to feel respected. If you care about your spouse and want to have a healthy and productive relationship, then you should avoid getting hung up on past mistakes you both made or keep reminding your spouse of their failures; instead, work on reinforcing positive behavior, enjoying your present time together, and thinking of all you have to look forward to. If you really care about your spouse, then you will be considerate of their feelings and won’t bring up the past just to get a reaction. Though it’s not always easy to let go of the past, you shouldn’t bring it up out of spite. Remember that your spouse is a living, breathing person too and that you shouldn’t bring up the past just to hurt them. Listening is one of the best ways to be considerate toward your spouse. Don’t just zone out when your spouse is talking about their day or wait for them to finish talking so you can say what you want to say; make an effort to really hear them out and to care about what you are being told. When you’re having a real conversation, put away your phone, make eye contact, and be considerate...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Respeta a tu cónyuge. Trabaja para mantener la relación en el presente. Tómate el tiempo de escuchar. Dale prioridad a tu cónyuge. Mantén una comunicación sólida. No quebrantes confidencias maritales ni las uses como arma durante una discusión. Debes estar sintonizado con los humores de tu pareja.


If you want to have a knockout conversation with the girl, then you have to start strong. When you see the girl you want to talk to, whether it's a girl you've been crushing on for a while or a cute girl you just spotted at a party, you should let her notice you for a few minutes. Let her see you have fun with your friends and not paying too much attention to her. Then, when you lock eyes, stride over to her with confidence. Keep your head up high and look straight ahead.  If you don't know her, then introduce yourself. Just say, "Hey, I'm Brian. What's your name?" This is simple but effective. If you do know the girl, just say, "Hi, How are you?" or "What have you been up to?" You don't have to be too elaborate here -- you just want to walk up to her like it's no big deal. Fake it until you make it -- even if you're terrified of talking to girls, just pretend like it's no big deal. There's no need to prepare an elaborate joke or a pick-up line or to do a backflip to get the girl's attention. Just say something that will make the girl want to talk to you more, and to get to know you a bit. This is not the time to discuss your grandmother's funeral or to talk about your goals for the future. Just talk to her about something you saw on TV, about something your dog did, or about something cool that you did over the weekend. Don't put too much pressure on yourself and start with a light opening line. Try something like this:  "Man, my weekend was crazy. I had to help my dad build an addition to the house and I can barely move my arms. How about you? Did you do something more exciting with your time?" "Look at this scratch on my hand. My cat is nuts when he's hungry. How about you -- do you have any pets?" "Can you believe how hard that math test was? I'm pretty sure I got every question wrong. How about you?" As you start talking to the girl, you should get a sense of what she wants from you. Every girl is different. If she's more shy, then she'll need you to draw her out, ask more questions, and to do more of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Acércate tranquilamente. Comienza con un tema simple. Conoce la personalidad de la chica. Habla de cosas simples Dile un cumplido sutil.


If you want to have fun and project your best self at a class reunion, feeling comfortable in your clothing is an important. Choose an outfit that makes you feel great while keeping you comfortable at the same time. You want to look and feel your best at a high school reunion. Wearing an outfit that makes you feel attractive is important. If you feel frumpy in jeans and a nice top, but hot in a dress or suit, go for the dress or suit. A high school reunion is usually not the best venue for trying out a new look. Instead, stick to your tried and true fashion hacks. For example, donning a new pair of stilettos at an outdoor reunion may not be the best idea if you don’t normally wear heels. It is important that your outfit reflects your age and stage of life. An outfit appropriate for a 20-something attending their 10 year reunion could be questionable for someone attending their 30 year reunion. Don't try to look like your younger self--show everyone who you have become. If you want to look put together in a chic, modern way, try wearing a business casual outfit to your high school reunion. Consider a tailored blazer with skinny pants or a skirt. A sport coat and slacks is a simple, yet refined choice. Pairing dark denim with a nice blouse, a sport coat, or a blazer can result in a refined, yet casual look for your class reunion. Add a pair of nice shoes and some fun accessories, and you will be ready to socialize with your old classmates while looking stylish and laid back. You can up the ante on a simple outfit with accessories. Try pairing a simple dress with a designer handbag or fine heirloom jewelry. For an understated, masculine look, add a simple chain bracelet or necklace.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa algo con lo que te sientas cómoda. Elige un atuendo que te haga sentir atractiva. Apégate a lo que conoces. Elige un atuendo apropiado para tu edad. Usa un atuendo informal de negocios. Elige mezclilla de color oscuro. No olvides los accesorios.


If you want to have your hold period end earlier or want to cancel it entirely, you'll have to provide your confirmation number. This is true regardless of whether you're changing your request online or in person. If you cannot find your confirmation number, you won't be able to change your Hold Mail request online at all. USPS agents at your local post office can edit or cancel your Hold Mail request provided you have your confirmation number and a valid form of identification. It may take up to 1 day for any change you've requested to take effect.  Acceptable forms of primary identification include any government-issued photo ID, such as a state ID card, driver's license, university ID, or passport. In addition to your primary identification, bring a document to prove your address, such as a copy of your lease or mortgage, your voter or vehicle registration card, or a utility bill addressed to you at your address. If you find that you're going to be out of town longer than you thought when you submitted your original request, you can extend your request with a phone call. You do not need your confirmation number to extend your request. However, it's generally better if you have it.  You can also extend your request online through your USPS account, provided you have your confirmation number. To get the phone number for your local post office, go to https://tools.usps.com/find-location.htm? and enter your city and state or ZIP code. If you're held out of town longer than you originally planned and don't want to extend your Hold Mail request, you can also get a local friend or family member to pick up your mail at the local post office for you. Write a letter of permission and sign it, then send it to the person who will be picking up your mail.  The letter doesn't have to be long or complex. Simply write "I authorize [First Name Last Name] to pick up my accumulated mail." Print your name under your signature and provide your address. You might also include your phone number just in case a USPS agent wants to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra el número de confirmación de tu solicitud. Visita la oficina de correos local en persona. Llama a la oficina de correos si aún estás fuera de la ciudad. Escribe una carta de permiso si quieres que alguien más retire tu correo por ti.


If you want to help your child get over a fear of the dark, then you have to show them that there’s no such thing as monsters under their bed or scary men in their closet. Don’t humor them and say, “Let me make sure there are no monsters in the closet tonight!” Instead, make it clear that it’s impossible for any monsters to ever be in the closet at all. This can help your child see that the fear is irrational.  If you play into the fear, then your children will think that there really is a chance that a monster or bad guy can be in the darkness a different night. You may think that this may be helping your child in the short term, but really, it’ll only be confirming their fears. You won’t always be there to “check under the bed” for your child; instead, you teach them to check for themselves. This will help them learn to refute the fear on their own, and eventually master it. Another way to help your child get over a fear of the dark is making sure that the child’s bedtime routine is relaxing and soothing. Make sure you have reading time before bed, avoid giving your child late-night soda or sugary treats, and help your child avoid seeing anything disturbing on the news or a late-night program that could get their imagination moving in the wrong direction. The more relaxed your children are before they go to bed, the less anxious they’ll feel about the dark.  Help your child take a warm bath or talk about relaxing topics instead of things that make your child excited. If you have a kitty, spend some time petting your favorite critter with your child so he can calm down. Work on softening your voice and speaking less emphatically. Slow down the pace of things to help get your child ready for sleep. Read a bedtime story that has a happy, positive outcome. Start dimming the lights. Make sure you really listen to your child and hear what it is that’s actually scaring him; it could be a general fear of darkness, or it can be a fear of an intruder, for example. The more you know about what’s scaring your child,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

No le sigas el juego con sus miedos. Asegúrate de que tu hijo siga una rutina relajante antes de dormir. Habla con tu hijo sobre el miedo. Refuerza la sensación de seguridad y comodidad de tu hijo. Hazle ver a tu hijo que la cama es un lugar seguro. Busca ayuda si es necesario.


If you want to highlight records in only one list, you'll probably want to highlight the records unique to that list; that is, records that don't match records in the other list. If you want to highlight records in both lists, you'll want to highlight records that do match each other. For the purposes of this example, we'll assume the first list takes up cells G3 through G14 and the second list takes up cells L3 through L14. If you wish to highlight matching items in both lists, you'll have to select the lists one at a time and apply the comparison formula (described in the next step) to each list. To do this, you'll have to access the Conditional Formatting dialog in your version of Excel. In Excel 2003, you do so by selecting Conditional Formatting from the Format menu, while in Excel 2007 and 2010, you click the Conditional Formatting button in the Styles group of the Home ribbon. Select the rule type as "Formula" and enter your formula in the Edit the Rule Description field.  If you want to highlight records unique to the first list, the formula would be "=COUNTIF($L$3:$L$14,G3=0)", with the range of cells of the second list rendered as absolute values and the reference to the first cell of the first list as a relative value. (Don't enter the close quotes.) If you want to highlight records unique to the second list, the formula would be "=COUNTIF($G$3:$G$14,L3=0)", with the range of cells of the first list rendered as absolute values and the reference to the first cell of the second list as a relative value. (Don't enter the close quotes.) If you want to highlight the records in each list that are found in the other list, you'll need two formulas, one for the first list and one for the second. The formula for the first list is "=COUNTIF($L$3:$L$14,G3>0)", while the formula for the second list is COUNTIF($G$3:$G$14,L3>0)". As noted previously, you select the first list to apply its formula and then select the second list to apply its formula. Apply whatever formatting you want to highlight the records...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Copia las listas de datos en una nueva planilla de cálculo. Decide en qué lista quieres resaltar los registros que coincidan o no. Selecciona los elementos de la lista en la cual quieras resaltar los elementos únicos o coincidentes. Aplica la fórmula de comparación correspondiente.


If you want to house your tortoise indoors, then you have to think about what kind of an enclosure you want, whether it's a glass aquarium or a terrarium. Just keep in mind that you should have at least 3 square feet available for a baby tortoise. A 10–20 gallon (37.9–75.7 L) tank can work for a baby, but it will outgrow it pretty soon, and you'll need to make sure your creature has enough room to grow.  You can use glass, but tortoises get frustrated because they try to walk through the glass. You can tape paper to the outside of the tank to keep them from getting confused. You can also use a plastic sweater box or a cement mixing tub for a baby tortoise. They have the bonus of having foggy sides that won't frustrate tortoises as much as glass. The enclosure should be high enough so that the tortoise won't escape. If your tortoise is outdoors, then you don't need to worry about him or her having enough light. But if your favorite creature is indoors, then you'll need to make sure your tortoise gets enough light, and therefore Vitamin D, to be healthy. Here are some things to consider as you find proper lighting for your tortoise:  You should either use a desk lamp, which should have at least 100W of power for heating, and another UV light for your tortoise to bask in, or even a single mercury-vapor lamp to provide your critter with both heat and UV light. The lamp's temperature should be between 30–35 °C (86–95 °F), but this changes, depending on the species. Make sure you position the lamp correctly so your tortoise is able to soak up the heat and cool down at separate parts of their enclosure. Not only is providing your tortoise with heat and UV light essential to his or her health, but it's also helpful for your creature's happiness. They actually love basking in the light! The substrate will cover the floor of your tortoise's environment and will need to have proper composition to ensure the health and safety of your tortoise. The most important thing, whether your tortoise is outdoors or indoors, is to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prepara un lugar adecuado al interior de la casa. Dale una iluminación adecuada a la tortuga que es capaz de vivir al interior de la casa. Crea una superficie adecuada para la tortuga.