You know that reward system we talked about? Well, implement it. Implement it as often as you dang well please. No one said you can only reward yourself when you hit your long-term goal. How about the short-term? Set up small rewards, too, such as buying yourself a book or an accessory. It's usually a bad idea to use food as a reward. You can still have a treat once in a while, but building it into your reward system can promote unhealthy behavior patterns. Now that your body is a lot more active than it used to be, you're going to need ample time to relax. Take a bit of time out of your day for you. Take an extra long shower or shove in that power nap. It's well-deserved. When you're having a particularly hard time getting up and going, these pictures will be used to remind you of the work you've done. Take a picture of yourself at day 1 and subsequently every week. How is your body changing? Once your progress gets noticeable, you may want to consider posting these photos in your room or around your home. It'll keep it fresh in your mind that you've done all this work -- why sabotage it now?! Just like how you should mix up your workout routine, as soon as you become an old pro at this healthy lifestyle thing, consider adding on a new habit. Try experimenting with a week of vegetarianism, taking a vitamin, or picking up an outdoorsy hobby. This new you, what might they like to do? If you're not already, start cooking. Not only will you be bettering the lives of your friends and family, but you'll gain a skill set and make healthy eating a lot more accessible. This should almost be higher up on the page. Know that you will have setbacks. This is inevitable and happens to everyone. The only thing you can do is get back up. If you miss a day of working out, that's better than missing two! Don't beat yourself up, just start fresh the next day. It's much harder to work up to a point than it is to fall back. Missing a week of working out could put you back to where you were two weeks ago. Keep this in mind when...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prémiate. Relájate. Toma fotos. Escoge un nuevo hábito saludable que puedas incluir. Vuelve a ponerte de pie cuando caigas. Escribe un diario de éxito. Ten 1 o 2 canciones características. Dona a la caridad la ropa que usabas cuando eras “gordo”.


You know they are ready to harvest when they are one to three inches in height. At harvest time, cut the base of the microgreens, just above the soil. Since they are tiny and grow close together, you should be able to cut a whole bunch at once. One or two clippings should be enough for a salad or sandwich. It will take anywhere from two to four weeks for your microgreens to mature. You can wash your microgreens under tap water. Dry them in a salad spinner or with a clean towel. A handful of microgreens such as spring onion or radish microgreens tastes great on a burger. Once you have all of your usual ingredients on the burger or sandwich, simply throw on a handful of microgreens.  For instance, salmon burgers taste great with microgreens. You could also throw some microgreens on your tacos. The next time you are making a green salad, throw some microgreens on top for some extra flavor. Swiss chard, beet and radish microgreens are among the most flavorful in salads. For instance, you could make a rainbow beet and pistachio salad with microgreens. If you are making a spinach omelette, for instance, you could add the microgreens at the same time as the spinach. If you are making an egg white omelette with avocado and goat cheese, microgreens are a wonderful addition. If you have any remaining microgreens after your harvest, you can put them in a glass of water in the fridge. Place a quarter inch of water in a cup and then add your leftover greens. They will stay fresh a little longer if you store them in a cup of water. The next time you are craving greens, grab your leftovers instead of harvesting more microgreens.  You should not fully submerge the microgreens in the water. Rather, you just want the roots and the bottom of the stems to be submerged in the water. Monitor your greens closely for any sign of decay or rot. Throw out any greens that are showing these signs.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta la base de los microvegetales con unas tijeras de cocina. Lava los microvegetales. Agrega los microvegetales a tus sándwiches o hamburguesas. Agrega microvegetales en la ensalada. Ponle microvegetales a tu omelette favorito. Guarda los microvegetales que queden en un vaso de agua.


You know those shirts with vintage style text logos or prints that make them seem like they're from the sports department of a fake university? That is a very American style. Avoid it if you want to dress in a European style. The traditional, basic cut tee is a classically American style. Europeans do wear tee shirts, but they tend to be a little nicer. Often they will have a looser, more tailored fit, shorter sleeves, and a V neckline. Any clothes with decorative rips or holes are a giveaway American fashion. Though they are starting to come in fashion in Europe, especially among the younger crowd, they are generally seen as low fashion and should be entirely avoided. Acid-washed and, in particular, whiskered jeans are seen as very American styles. These should be avoided as well. For Europeans, sweats are for wearing at home and while working out. That is it. You will not see very many Europeans doing their weekend grocery shopping in sweats. Even the rise in popularity of American styles has not led to a change in the wearing of extremely casual clothes like sweats, pajamas, and yoga clothes.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evita las prendas con logotipos universitarios. Evita las típicas camisetas. No uses prendas con agujeros o rasgaduras. No uses ropa con manchas. Deja de lado la ropa deportiva.


You know what you like to do to help yourself relax or de-stress. Do something that you know helps calm you down before you get ready for bed.  Take a bath. Use special bath salts or bubble bath to pamper yourself. Make sure it is something that won’t irritate your skin. Consider using something with lavender to help you relax. Exercise. Consider some gentle, calming yoga poses or stretching. Or maybe you’d rather dance away your jitters. Don’t try anything new. You don’t want to inadvertently amp yourself up, or worse, injure yourself before the wedding!  Write in a journal. If you find writing in a journal relaxing and therapeutic, consider taking a few minutes to jot down your thoughts the night before the wedding. It may be an entry you end up treasuring a few years down the road.   Meditate. You can download some guided meditation apps onto your phone to help you relax, too. Drink an herbal tea, such as chamomile, to help you feel sleepy. You will have a full day ahead of you on your wedding day, no matter what time your ceremony starts. Go to bed at a reasonable hour to account for the amount of time it may take you to even get to sleep in the first place. The more sleep you can get the night before the wedding day, the more energy you'll have to make it through one of the biggest days of your life.  An adequate amount of sleep also helps regulate your emotions. Keep in mind that a good night’s sleep will help you stay calm and relaxed the next day as well!  Consider taking a sleep supplement, such as melatonin, to help you fall asleep. Only take something if you know how it works for you and you have taken it before. Do not try anything new, and do not take more than the recommended dose.  Double check your alarm clock. Designate someone to wake you up in case you oversleep. Your wedding may be one of the biggest, most exciting events of your life. It’s okay that you are excited about it! Don’t put too much pressure on yourself and get frustrated if you can’t calm down and sleep. You won’t ruin your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Utiliza una técnica de relajación comprobada y real. Acuéstate a un horario razonable. Acepta que quizás no puedas descansar bien.


You lay the ball with your hand under it. The ball leaves your hand gently and it causes a nice and smooth touch on the backboard. This is useful if you are driving your way towards the basket and are unable to slow down and take the time to aim. ” After you’re positioned and have the ball, aim and shoot for the sweet spot. The sweet spot is the two corners of the square on the backboard which sits just above the basket. Laying the ball on this spot will assure you to make the shot.  If you’re tall enough, you won’t have to aim for the sweet spot and can just shoot the ball directly into the basket. If you’re younger or just starting out, try to hit the sweet spot. Don’t shoot the ball with too much force, as it’ll probably bounce off and won’t go into the basket. Feel free to experiment without aiming for the sweet spot, if you are confident. Watch others who are more experienced shoot the ball and emulate their technique.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aprende a tirar con la mano por debajo. Apunta y tira la pelota suavemente al lugar adecuado de la tabla.


You likely have a cool complexion if your veins appear blue under your skin and silver jewelry looks best on you. Cooler shades like winter colors will look great on you. You can wear a variety of colors, but make sure the shade you choose has a blue or purple undertone. This will flatter your skin’s natural undertones, which helps you look your best. For instance, a bluish red or a purple berry shade will look best against your skin. You can also stick to a nude color, like a pale mauve. Your complexion is probably warm if your veins appear green under your skin and gold jewelry is most flattering. Warmer shades like autumn colors will look most flattering on you. You can still pick any color, but pick a shade that has an orange or yellow tint. For instance, look for an orange-red lipstick or coral shades. You can also go with a nude color that has a yellow or orange undertone. You may have a neutral complexion if your veins appear both green and blue and if silver and gold are both flattering on you. In this case, you will look great in most colors. Pick a lipstick that makes you feel fabulous. If you like a bold lip, you might try reds or bright shades. If you prefer something more muted, you might stick to nudes or berry shades. Darker shades, including red, can make thin lips look even thinner. This is because darker colors are minimized. Instead, opt for a light or glossy shade that can make your lips look plumper. Instead of a red, you might wear a glossy pink shade. Similarly, you might switch out a brown for a nude lipstick. Glossy colors and glitter can both make your lips look larger. If you want to minimize your lips, try a matte shade instead. Your lips will still look luscious but won’t be exaggerated.  Play around with different colors, but check that the formula you’re using is matte. Don’t add a layer of lip gloss over your lipstick, as it’ll add more shine.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige tonos que tengan matices azules o morados para una tez fría. Busca matices anaranjados o amarillos en caso de que tengas una tez cálida. Experimenta con distintos tonos en caso de que tengas matices neutros. Omite los lápices labiales rojos u oscuros en caso de que tus labios sean delgados. Evita el lápiz labial lustroso o reluciente en caso de que tus labios sean gruesos.


You likely know his schedule pretty well, so you should know when he will be home from work and will have time to talk to you.  Ask him if you can talk to him about something important at that time: “Dad, can we talk about something important after dinner?” If he tells you that it is not a good time, ask him to tell you when he will have time to talk to you for a couple of minutes. Even if your mom is not present, your dad has at least a basic understanding of menstrual cycles.  He might have learned about it in school. He will probably have some knowledge about it due to living with his own mom, sisters, and aunts, as well as any other women in your family, like your mom or sisters. If you are your dad's first daughter, he might not be expecting you to start your period. It would be best to not ambush him with this news, as that will make the conversation awkward. Be clear in what you are talking about, but ease into the conversation.  “Dad, I need you to know about a change in my life. I've started my period.” “Dad, I want to be honest with you about what's going on with me. You need to know that my period started.” “I don't want this to be too awkward, but I started my period.” “I know this is a little bit uncomfortable, but my monthly cycle started.” If your mom is not available, for some reason, then your dad will be responsible for helping you get the supplies you need.  “Can you take me to the store to get feminine products?” “Would you mind giving me money so that I can go buy pads?” “Do you mind picking up pads/tampons for me the next time you're at the store?” “I've been experiencing cramps, so I think I need a pain reliever.” “I've got a headache, and I need pain reliever to help with that.” It does feel scary or nerve-wracking, but if you stay calm, then your dad will stay calm, too.   Take deep breaths and focus yourself. Do not give your dad any reason to believe that something is wrong. Getting your period is natural and expected, so you do not want to scare your dad into thinking that you are...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra un buen momento para hablar en privado. Recuerda que tu padre sabe cómo son los ciclos menstruales. Prepara lo que quieres decirle. Determina cómo pedirle ayuda para obtener los elementos necesarios. Conserva la calma. Habla con tu padre cuando estés dispuesta a tener una conversación con él. Sugiere un código para la menstruación. Agradécele a tu padre por apoyarte y cuidarte.


You lose a good deal of heat out of your head. Plus, it is also a sensitive part of the body, so you will really feel it when the temperature dips. Make sure you have something to keep your head warm and protect from the wind. One good piece of headgear for style is a beanie. It covers your ears and the top of your head, while also keeping your face open for people to see. It’s hard to feel stylish when no one can see your face. You don’t want to keep your hands stuffed into your pockets at the only way to keep warm. Instead, keep them out by covering them with gloves or mittens. Either one can work, but are better for different situations. Mittens will keep your hands warmer because they hold your fingers together in a single pouch. On the other hand, gloves give you more freedom to move and use your fingers.  Whichever you chose, you can always give your hands an extra boost with small hand warmers. Like other outer layers, waterproof mittens or gloves are best, especially if you will be dealing with rain or snow. Dry hands are easier to keep warm. Don’t just think about large areas of exposed skin like your arms, legs, or neck. Consider the parts of your body where your regular layers end, like your neck and wrists. Look for clothing that is a bit longer to cover up more exposed areas. Wearing a scarf is a great and stylish way to keep your neck warm. A colorful or interesting pattern can help you stand out, and it doesn’t need to match the rest of your wardrobe in the same way. Don’t forget that there are  a variety of ways to tie your scarf to vary your look, even with the same scarf. Your footwear should have some kind of tread. Winter is the season for ice, snow, and slush, and there is nothing stylish about slipping as you walk along. Boots are also thicker, and will help trap heat around your feet and ankles.  For women, consider higher boots that come further up your legs. The extra coverage will give you the freedom to consider a shorter skirt, and provide a slightly different look than rain or...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Utiliza un sombrero. Mantén las manos calientes. Cubre los agujeros evidentes en tu armario. Consigue los zapatos correctos.


You may already be tan, but if not, you will need to get a tan. There are many ways to get a tan. Some are more dangerous than others. A few ways to get tan are:  Lay out in the sun. To do this, you will need to find a sunny spot, wear a bathing suit, apply sunscreen, and lay out for at least thirty minutes. Don’t lay out in the sun too long or too much. Too much exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer. Go to a tanning bed. Using a tanning bed is a quick, but potentially dangerous method. You can find a tanning salon in your area, pay for a subscription, and then use the tanning beds as much as you please. Tanning in a bed, however, can increase your chances of skin cancer more than any other method of tanning. Get a spray tan. This is a safe way to get a tan. You can go to a tanning salon in your area that does spray tans, and pay for their service. Spray tans typically do not last longer than a couple of weeks, and they may rub off on your clothing and sheets. But, they do not risk your health. Apply a self-tanner. This is the cheapest and safest way to get a spray tan. You can purchase a spray or cream and apply it in your home. It is inexpensive and safe for your health, but it can produce an unnatural color and come off on your clothing. Moisturize at least twice a day. You need to moisturize to keep your tan healthy and lasting. Apply moisturizer in the morning and at night. In the morning, apply a cream that has SPF in it. At night, use a hydrating face and body cream. Eau Soleil Body Milk is recommended for the morning. After sun exposure, Biotherm’s Crème Nacrée After Sun is recommended. Along with moisturizing, use a tinted oil or cream. Use a cream or oil with SPF in it for added protection from UV rays. Tinted products will add an extra glow to your skin, keep you moisturized, and protect you from skin damage.  BB creams are a good and common choice. You can also find tinted creams for specific needs, like oily skin, anti-aging, and dry skin.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Broncéate Hidrátate generosamente. Aplícate un aceite o crema con color.


You may already have everything you need to make a Christmas tree ornament, but take a moment to check. You will need:  A ball of green yarn (medium weight). A size J (size 10) hook. Embellishments of your choice, such as pompoms, sequins, buttons, ribbon, etc. A pair of scissors. White glue or hot glue. . One of the easiest ways to make a Christmas tree ornament is to crochet a triangle first. There are a few different ways that you can do this, and the method you choose depends on how you you’re your tree to look. For example, you could create a circle and then crochet outwards to make a rounded triangle shape, or you could create a foundation chain and then crochet in rows, decreasing with each row until you have created the shape you want. When your triangle is complete, you can stop there and just add some embellishments, or you can crochet a square to use as the tree stump. Use some brown yarn to create your tree stump.  To crochet a square, create a foundation chain of four stitches and then crochet across the chain suing a single crochet stitch. Continue crocheting back and forth until the square is the size that you want it to be. Secure your tree stump to the bottom of the triangle using a darning needle and some brown or green yarn. Next, you will need to decorate your tree. You can use any kind of embellishment that you want, such as pompoms, ribbon, sequins, or buttons. Use some white glue or a hot glue gun to attach your embellishments to the crocheted tree. If you are using white glue, then make sure that you let the glue dry overnight. You may also want to place a book or other heavy object over the tree to press the embellishments into the yarn and improve the bond. To complete your project, attach an ornament hook or a piece of yarn to the top of your tree. You can loop an ornament hook through the top of the tree or thread some yarn through the top and tie it in a knot. Hang your crocheted Christmas tree ornament on your Christmas tree, and you are all done!

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los materiales. Tejer un triángulo a croché. Agrega un tronco en la parte inferior si lo deseas. Pega o teje los adornos. Amarra un gancho o una cuerda.


You may already know exactly where you want to go to medical school, but if you don’t, you should start looking at the possibilities as soon as possible. This will be very similar to your experience searching for an undergraduate program. Don’t just pick the top medical school in the country for that reason. Instead, search for a school that will be a good fit for your long-term goals, financial limitations, and personality.  There are many factors to consider. For example, some medical schools focus mostly on research while others focus on patient care. Some focus on a specific specialty and many don’t. Medical schools even vary on levels of competitiveness. For example, Johns Hopkins is famous for being cutthroat, but other universities might offer a more collaborative atmosphere. Don’t forget to consider things like location, weather, and student life. Though these may not be the top things to consider, they are still important. For example, if you cannot stand long, cold winters, a school in the Northeastern United States may not be the optimal experience for you. The MCAT is a written, multiple-choice examination. It looks at your ability to think critically and problem-solve, and tests your knowledge of the natural, behavioral, and social sciences. The exam usually takes about eight hours to complete. Most undergraduate students take this exam during their sophomore or junior year of college. There is a nearly limitless amount of study material available for the MCAT. See what materials and courses are available through your university, or visit the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) website to view and purchase study materials: https://www.aamc.org/. . Once you’ve made a list of all of the medical schools you believe to be a good fit, you’ll need to start the application process. If you are applying to a lot of medical schools it is important to stay organized. Take note of applications deadlines and any applications fees that must be paid.  You could consider creating a folder for each...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca escuelas de medicina potenciales. Toma el MCAT (examen de admisión de la facultad de medicina). Postula a una escuela de medicina


You may already know that your knife is dull, but if you aren’t sure, fold a piece of newspaper in half (or just use a single sheet of computer paper), hold it up in the air, and bring your knife down to cut through it. If your knife doesn’t slice through the paper, it’s time to sharpen it. The knife should continuously cut through the paper without stopping if it is sharp and in good shape. Most manual sharpeners have at least 2 settings: 1 labeled “coarse,” and 1 labeled “fine.” The coarse setting will actually remove steel from the blade to resharpen the edge, while the fine setting is used for everyday knife maintenance. These settings are the same on electrical sharpeners, though an electric sharpener may have an additional slot between “coarse” and “fine.” Insert the blade into the manual sharpener at the base, which is where the blade meets the handle. Use gentle force, pushing the blade down as you pull it through the slot, toward your body. Repeat this action 3 to 6 times, 3 for a mildly-dull blade, or more for a severely-dull blade.  This action resets the blade, restoring it to its original sharpness. Use enough force when you pull the blade through that you hear an audible grinding sound. If you’re using an electric sharpener, you won’t need to press down—the whirring mechanisms will take care of everything for you. Each time you bring the knife through the sharpener, you won’t just pull it straight through. Instead, follow the curve of the knife so that the handle comes up and is higher at the end than it was at the beginning. This way, the entirety of the blade will get sharpened. If you’re pressing down, you’ll be able to tell by the sound and feel that you’re moving the blade the right way. If you no longer hear the grinding noise or feel the resistance of the blade, you probably aren’t following the contour closely enough. After you’ve finished pulling the blade through the “coarse” setting, you need to give it a few finishing touches to refine its edge. You don’t need to use as much force...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Prueba el cuchillo pasándolo por un pedazo de papel. Utiliza el marco “grueso” si el cuchillo está demasiado desafilado y necesita una remodelación. Jala la cuchilla desde su base hasta la punta de 3 a 6 veces. Mueve la cuchilla para que sigas su contorno mientras la atraviesas. Pasa la cuchilla a través del marco fino de 1 a 2 veces para finalizar el proceso. Enjuaga el cuchillo Pasa el cuchillo a diario a través del marco “fino” para darle mantenimiento.


You may alternatively mix 1T hot English mustard, or supplement the mild with a little other strong mustard.  Mixing the mustard can give a good balance as the butter will make the strength of the mustard seem more mellow. Too much hot English mustard can have an acid taste however, so the key is to balance to your tastes. Mustard butter is also good mixed with chopped capers, thyme or chives.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mezcla la mantequilla con 2 cucharadas de mostaza suave como la mostaza de Dijon, la mostaza suave tipo inglesa o la mostaza americana.


You may be able to find abandoned houses near you by searching online real estate websites and property databases. If you have a specific property in mind, you can search its address to learn more about it.  Look for listings on real estate sites with keywords such as "immediate possession," "must sell," "below market value," or "under appraisal." These properties are likely recently abandoned, or may have been subject to foreclosure. If you're looking for abandoned houses to photograph or explore, you may be able to find an online forum or website that covers abandoned houses and other properties in your area. If you know of areas near you where there might be abandoned houses, you can go out and explore. If the area seems like a safety risk, have a friend or loved one come with you.  Look for signs of abandonment, such as an overgrown yard or boarded-up windows. Multiple for-sale signs in the yard also may be a sign that the place has been abandoned – especially a sign that says "For Sale by Owner." If you see a house that looks abandoned from the road, find a public place nearby where you can park and get a closer look from the sidewalk. You need to be cautious about trespassing on private property, so it's probably best if you don't pull straight into the driveway. If the houses next to the abandoned house you've found seem occupied, knock on the door and ask them about the property. They can probably tell you if it's actually abandoned, and how long it's been empty.  If you're interested in purchasing the house, the neighbors may be able to give you some information about the people who previously lived there. Neighbors may be able to fill you in further on the extent of the house, or how long it's been since someone lived there. If the place is truly an eyesore, they may be aggravated enough about the situation to talk about it at length. You may want to consider taking notes if they have any concrete information you can use to get information about the house. Ask them for contact information in case...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca en línea casas abandonadas. Conduce por los vecindarios. Habla sobre la casa con los vecinos. Inspecciona la propiedad. Consulta con la oficina de registros de la ciudad o del condado (según corresponda).


You may be able to find the email you're looking for by scouring the company website. This is especially effective if the person runs their own business. Check the "About," "Contact," and "Staff" pages to see if the email you need is listed anywhere. If the website is run by the person you are trying to find an email for, visit whois.net and enter in the website address. The person may have their email listed in the contact information. You can find a lot of information with the right Google search. If the person you are looking for has a fairly unique name, you might be able to find that name simply by doing a search for it on an Internet search engine. Include a modifier like "email," "email address," "contact," "contact information," or "contact me." If you can find the person on Twitter, you may be able to find their email in their profile. At the very least, you'll have a way that you can attempt to get in touch with them. You can perform a Google search for "person's name + twitter" to find their Twitter handle easier. LinkedIn is another good resource for finding someone's email address, depending on their privacy settings. Search for "person's name + linkedin" to quickly find their LinkedIn profile, if they have one. Use the company name as well if their name is common. You're less likely to be able to contact the person directly using these sites, as you'll typically need to be friends with them before you can see their contact information. Still, it may be worth a shot to find the person on these sites and even reach out through them. See Find People on Facebook for tips on finding a specific person on Facebook when you don't have much to go on.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Visita el sitio web personal o de la empresa donde trabaja la persona. Busca en Google el nombre, la ubicación y la empresa de la persona. Busca el nombre de la persona en Twitter. Busca el perfil de LinkedIn de la persona. Busca en Facebook y Google+.


You may be able to get regular rice to taste similar to sushi rice with the help of the right seasoning. However, it is very difficult to get regular rice to have the same sticky consistency as sushi rice. You may be able to use the rice from this method in sashimi, bento, and sushi rolls, but you may find it too difficult to mold for nigiri. The water will likely stop boiling for a few seconds when you add the rice. Wait for the water and rice start to boil again, then reduce the heat and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. Continue cooking the rice until all of the water is absorbed. Set it aside and let it cool. During the next few steps, you want to avoid using anything made out of metal, or you will risk the vinegar picking up a metallic taste. Japanese sticky rice is best while it is still warm, but not hot.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Debes saber qué esperar de esta receta. Tapa la olla y cocina el arroz por 15 minutos. Retira el condimento del fuego. Coloca el arroz en un tazón de vidrio. Sirve el arroz mientras está caliente.


You may be able to use a purple or blue toning shampoo to remove any orange or yellow tones from your hair, but if you want platinum-blonde hair, then you need to mix the toner with 20 or 30 volume developer. Each brand of toner will be a little different, so read the instructions on the bottle to find out how to use it and mix it. to your hair with a clean tinting brush. You don’t need to section off your hair for this; just create horizontal or vertical parts using the handle of a tinting brush, then brush the toner on starting from the roots. If you are using a toning shampoo, you'll have to get your hair wet, then apply it just like you would normal shampoo. In most cases, this will be around 10 to 20 minutes. The toner will start to change color from white to purple. Do not be alarmed; this is perfectly normal.  If you are using a toning shampoo, then you'll probably only need to leave it on for about 5 to 10 minutes. Toner can stain, so it would be a good idea to cover your hair with a plastic shower cap. Bleaching is a damaging process on its own, but when combined with African American hair, it is even more damaging. A hydrating mask will help repair some of that damage by hydrating and nourishing your hair.  Avoid anything that contains sulfates. They won't affect the color of your hair, but they can make your hair feel more dry. You can use a natural mask too; it does not have to be store-bought. This is important. Bleaching and heat styling are damaging enough to hair already on their own, but if you combine them, you'll be damaging your tresses even more!  When you do heat style your hair, make sure that it is completely dry first. Apply a heat protectant and use a lower heat setting. Blow drying counts as heat styling. Consider letting your hair air dry part-way first, then style it with the hairdryer. Remember to use a heat protectant! You are probably already in the habit of moisturizing your hair, but you need to be especially diligent about it after you bleach it. A protein-free moisturizing...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Compra un matizador para el cabello. Aplícate el matizador Déjate el matizador por el tiempo recomendado en la botella. Enjuaga el matizador, luego hazte una mascarilla hidratante. Deja secar el cabello al aire y no lo peines con calor de 3 a 4 semanas. Aplícate mascarillas de acondicionamiento profundo semanales para mantener el cabello hidratado. Recórtate el cabello cada 5 o 6 semanas para quitar las puntas abiertas.


You may be asked to sign into your Google account if you haven’t already. You can also follow a link to a video from another site. The icon is a circular cog. If drop down boxes pop up to change speed and quality settings you can continue with the second part. If not, you will need to change your default player. www.youtube.com/html5. Read the information, then click on the button that says, “Request the HTML5 player.” Click the button that says “Use the default player.” This will allow you to replace the flash player in most major browsers.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ve a YouTube.com. Busca el video que quieras reproducir. Busca el ícono de "Ajustes" cerca del borde inferior derecho del video. Haz clic en el ícono. Pega lo siguiente en la barra de direcciones de tu navegador: Guarda los cambios.


You may be automatically taken to your nearest city’s Craigslist page if you’ve ever searched the site before, or if your computer browser knows your exact location. If not, you’ll need to find your nearest city under the main page at www.craigslist.org. If your city doesn’t automatically pop up under the list of cities, try searching by state first and then finding your closest city. You will see an option to “post” in the upper right corner of the screen. Click on “post.” Next click “for sale by owner” under the “what type of posting is this?” options, and click Continue. Under "choose a category," pick “rvs - by owner” and click Continue, unless the site automatically redirects you to the next page. In the creation of your ad, you will need to come up with a posting title, which normally includes the make, model, year, and color of the vehicle you’re selling. Then you fill in the price box and your specific location. Fill in as many other details as you can, including the year, make and model, sizing dimensions, condition, cylinders, drive, fuel, paint color, title status, and transmission. Your posting body is where you actually do the selling part of your ad. This is where you get people interested. Imagine you are talking to someone face to face about why you’re selling, making your RV sound appealing to them while being realistic about why you’re personally not able to keep it. Say, “I really wish I could keep this but…” and complete the sentence about why you need to sell it. You will want to say that you will accept cash or money orders at the time of the sale. Explain this in your posting body in your ad. It’s not a good idea to accept personal checks in a craigslist car transaction, since you most likely don’t know the buyer personally and their check could bounce. Make buying your RV sound like the best choice the buyer could ever make. Explain all the details about why you loved having it. At the same time, don’t be evasive about major problems that your RV has.  If a prospective buyer decides to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ve a la página web principal de Cragslist y haz clic en la ciudad más cercana. Haz clic en “remolques” bajo la categoría de “se vende”. Llena el título del anuncio y todos los demás recuadros pequeños debajo de los detalles de la publicación. Explica la razón de la venta en el cuerpo de la publicación. Define los medios de pago aceptados en el cuerpo de la publicación. Indica con honestidad lo más resaltante del VR y sus problemas en el cuerpo de la publicación. Indica la información de contacto. Sube las fotos del VR. Sigue todas las instrucciones de Craigslist para la publicación y el mantenimiento del anuncio.


You may be bloating because of an enzyme deficiency. If you cannot avoid foods that cause bloating or don't want to, you can take digestive enzymes to help your body digest foods better. This is most helpful bloating is caused by improper digestion, overeating, and lactose intolerance. Look for products with some of each of the following:  Proteases, which break down proteins Lipases, which break down fats Carbohydrates (such as amylase), which break down carbohydrates Lactase, which breaks down the sugar (lactose) in dairy products Individual digestive enzymes, such as papain and bromelain If you are not sure which enzyme you are deficient in, buy a combination of enzymes or ask your doctor. Look for a Seal of Approval from either the Natural Products Association (NPA) or the US Pharmacopoiea (USP). Constipation is a common cause of bloating. If you suffer from temporary or occasional constipation, you can take fiber supplements. However, this often causes gas, so take the supplement in smaller doses throughout the day and drink plenty of water with them to reduce the chance of gas. Probiotics are also good for constipation because they help replenish gut bacteria. Watch out for increased bloating during the first few weeks. There are many over the counter remedies that can help you relieve bloating. Always follow manufacturer's instructions found on the label of these medications. These medications include:  Beano, which can help your body digest the sugars in beans and vegetables that make you feel gassy Lactaid and Dairy Ease, which are used for bloating from any intolerance to lactose Pepto Bismol, which can be used to ease digestion related gas and bloating Products containing simethicone, such as Gas-X and Mylanta, can help relieve your gas, which will help the bloating subside. You can also try activated charcoal to help with gas. Trapped air or gas can cause bloating. Although it may be strange to do, do not hold back any sort of gas release, including passing gas or belching. Holding them in can...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma enzimas digestivas. Alivia el estreñimiento. Usa remedios de venta libre. Evita contener los gases.


You may be breathing through your mouth in your sleep if your nose is blocked, preventing you from breathing through your nose. If this is the case, a nasal wash or saline spray may help you keep your mouth closed by increasing air flow in your nose. A nasal wash would clear your nasal passages of any obstructions, while a saline spray would help reduce any swelling. Nasal saline sprays can be found over-the-counter at your local pharmacy. If you suffer from chronic nasal congestion, an ear, throat, and nose (ENT) specialist may prescribe a stronger steroid spray. Breathing through your mouth while you sleep may be a sign of an underlying health condition, so if the issues persist, you may want to see your doctor. Keep a record of when you first noticed the issue and any other possible symptoms you are experiencing. You may be sleeping with your mouth open if you suffer from nasal allergies. If you believe you may be suffering from allergies, see your doctor about possible treatments.  Your doctor will help you identify whatever it is you’re allergic to and will advise you about how to best avoid your allergy triggers. Your doctor may also prescribe an over-the-counter or prescription medication to reduce allergy symptoms. A deviated septum could be the reason why you’re sleeping with your mouth open. The nasal septum is the thin wall in your nose that divides the left side from the right. A deviated septum can block one side of your nose and reduce airflow. This can lead you to breathe through your mouth when you sleep. In some cases, surgery is recommended to correct the deviated septum. The surgery to correct a deviated septum is performed by an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Despeja las obstrucciones nasales con un lavado nasal o un espray salino. Visita a un médico si el problema persiste. Trata las alergias para despejar los pasajes nasales. Considera la posibilidad de someterte a una cirugía para eliminar las obstrucciones anatómicas.


You may be considering a summer job to earn some extra money. In this case, your main focus can be finding a summer job with a high wage.  Once you have found the types of jobs that pay the best you can then look to see if you have any skills and experience relevant to these positions. You may have a minimum wage that you cannot go below. Establishing this minimum income threshold will help you sift though the many summer jobs available. If you are looking to change careers and/or pick up new skills a summer job is perfect option. It will allow you to test out a new line of work without feeling like you have to stick with it permanently, especially if it turns not to be for you. Summer jobs also provide the opportunity to work abroad. This is due to the fact that there are many businesses that are dependent on the tourist industry, and these businesses require additional staff to work for them during the busy summer months. If you want to experience a different language, culture and people then a summer job working abroad may be for you. You may be looking to get back into work after a period of unemployment. A summer jobs can be a great way to get back into the world of work - even if it is unrelated to your previous field. A summer job can also provide multiple new opportunities to network and test the waters in a new company or industry.  A summer job can act as a trial period, giving both the employer and the employee time to see if they are compatible it may even lead to a more permanent position if you both decide you are a good match. Being amongst the employed gives you a better chance to network, which can lead to better job opportunities. This is very important, as being unemployed can make you feel out of the loop. Traditionally it was younger people and students that would fill summer jobs, but that has now changed. There are a lot of officially retired people who are not ready to give up work just yet.  People who are retired may want to take a summer job to earn a little extra money or simply...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca un empleo que te brinde un buen salario. Busca un trabajo que te permita adquirir nuevas habilidades. Piensa en conseguir un empleo de verano en el exterior. Busca un empleo de verano que te permita ampliar tu red de contactos, especialmente si estás desempleado. Si estás jubilado, elige un trabajo entretenido.


You may be dying to be back with your ex-boyfriend, but the worst thing you can do is hang around him incessantly, call him, or wink at him in class until he gets the picture. If you're always around, he probably does get the picture, but it won't be one that he likes. Instead, you should take a breather and stop hanging around him, at least for a few weeks or longer.  You can decide whether you want to cut off contact completely, or if that's impossible because of school. Stop calling or texting him. Even if you think of something funny that reminds you of him, it's better to hold off. Try to avoid seeing him at all, even when you're hanging out with mutual friends. If you do catch yourselves at the same party, you don't have to be rude to him, but you shouldn't spend too much time talking to him. You don't have to be rude to take a break from your ex. If you do run into him, you don't have to run away, but you don't have to linger and talk about nothing either. While you distance yourself from your boyfriend, you'll be in a good position to reflect on the problems in the relationship. If you want to get your man back, then you have to figure out what it was that went wrong, so you don't do it all over again. The problem could be simple, or it could take a bit longer to figure out. Here are some of the things that could have gone wrong:  Maybe you were too jealous or controlling, and he couldn't handle it anymore. Maybe you didn't spend enough time together. Maybe he felt like you weren't caring or affectionate enough. Maybe he felt like you were too clingy and were always around. Maybe there was a situational change, like one of you having to move to a different town, or maybe he was leaving for college in just a few months and wanted to break it off. Maybe you were just always fighting and didn't get along. Once you figure out what went wrong in the relationship - which could be a combination of problems instead of just one - it's time to think about how you can make things different next time. You don't...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma un descanso de tu ex novio. Piensa en qué salió mal. Haz un estrategia para abordar el problema. Trabaja en ti misma.


You may be having difficulty locating your friend because she changed her name due to marriage, or underwent gender reassignment surgery, or for any number of other reasons that might be difficult to simply guess. If you are stumped, try contacting people that you knew in common and inquiring about your friend. You might even try calling your friend’s siblings or parents if their contact information is easier to locate. A simple message to send might read: “Hi, this is Chrissy Jones from Denver. I am trying to track down my friend Sarah Smith, who you also went to school with. Do you by any chance know how I might reach her? Thank you!” If you met your friend through a mutual employer, or at least know where she used to work, LinkedIn might be your best tool for tracking her down.  First, create a LinkedIn profile, and then begin to search based on the employment information you remember.  Remember that LinkedIn is a website targeted towards making and finding new business contacts, so keep your profile professionally-oriented. Even though you may be using the site to look for an old friend, remember that it is something that future employers will likely see.  If you do not find your friend quickly, you may still find mutual acquaintances who you can contact for additional information. Note that LinkedIn and other similar sites frequently inform users when someone views their profile. When you finally get around to contacting your friend, don’t be surprised if she has already been alerted to the fact that you were looking for her. Look for social networking platforms specifically targeted to your particular industry or field.  For example, Academia.edu is a networking site for academic researchers and employees.  Check with your own professional organization or with colleagues to find out if there is a targeted network or registry that you could use. Many universities and even high schools maintain alumni registries for people who wish to share their location information with former classmates.  Try...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ponte en contacto con los amigos que tengan en común para conseguir más información. Usa LinkedIn para buscar a tus antiguos colegas. Busca grupos de alumnos de las escuelas o instituciones a las que fuiste. Busca en los registros militares. Revisa los obituarios.


You may be in a chatting mood, but your girlfriend might be sitting in class, or busy with a family event, or working in the library. Just as you might not bug someone in person if they were doing any of these things, it's a good idea to avoid texting her while she's busy. Avoid texting late at night, while you're busy, or any time you suspect your girlfriend might be driving. If she's texting you, don't respond or tell her that you'll text her later. You don't have to write like you're in writing class, but it's still important to make sure you're spelling words (mostly) correctly so that your girlfriend can read them. Take the time to write out full sentences when you can, making each text full of content, so she doesn't have to scroll through 50 to get what you're saying. While you might not care, some people are turned off by too many uses of "ur" and "gr8." That "..." bubble can be nerve-wracking to wait for, but it's important to give her a chance to respond before you start blasting off extra texts. This can seem aggressive and impatient. Don't assume she'll always be right by her phone ready to respond.  Don't text too much. Keep the ratio at roughly 1 : 1. Save some stuff for real-life interactions.  If she doesn't respond to your texts, or isn't giving you interesting responses, just stop sending messages. Never send angry texts, or lash out via text. When she writes something, or asks you a question, respond when you have something to say. It's not good to play "hard to get" when you're texting with a girl. Just respond as soon as you see she's written something and try to have a conversation. If she asks you a question and you don't have an answer right away, still respond to her text. If she says, "Dinner Friday?" Write back, "Sounds fun! But let me make sure my schedule is clear. I'll get back to you later today." Don't just keep her waiting. Sometimes, your meaning can be hard to interpret, and your texts can seem overly aggressive or harsh with just the words. Most phones have a variety of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Cerciórate de que sea un momento adecuado para enviar mensajes. Escribe palabras completas. Antes de escribir más, espera a que te respondan. Responde sus mensajes cuando los recibas. Emplea un emoticón de manera ocasional para que tus intenciones sean claras. Culmina la conversación de manera adecuada.


You may be in a hurry to get your tank looking fresh, but never clean all of your decorations at once. Decorations are home to helpful bacteria that keep your fish healthy. Removing them all at once can upset the balance of your aquarium.  Removing all of the decorations at once is stressful for your fish. Keep your fish in the tank. There’s no need to remove them when cleaning parts of the tank. Wash your hands with warm water and soap before you reach into the fish tank. Make sure you’ve rinsed all of the soap off your hands. Soap is terrible for fish and can kill them. If you keep live plants in your tank, you don’t need to remove them. Plants naturally keep themselves clean. Simply move them to one corner of the tank so you can see and clean everything else.  You can replace the old live plants with new ones if you want to change your aquarium’s look. Live plants are an excellent way to help enhance the health of an aquarium, since they work as a natural filter. Gravel is the most common decoration, and can become covered in algae over time. If you want to spruce it up, use a special gravel vacuum. The gravel vacuum will suck up water and gravel when you stick it into the gravel.  As the gravel gets sucked into the tube, the pressure will tumble the gravel and clean it. The gravel will then fall back out of the vacuum to the bottom of the tank. This will remove some dirty water from the tank. You will need to replace it with dechlorinated water when you are done cleaning the decorations.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira los adornos, uno a la vez. Mueve las plantas a una esquina de la pecera. Aspira la gravilla del fondo de la pecera.


You may be in the early days of your pregnancy and not ready to announce it. You may even be showing a bit and not want to say anything because of complications or you not feeling well. Answer questions and discuss your pregnancy only as you’re comfortable, even if people show enthusiasm and support.  Let anyone to whom you’ve announced your pregnancy know if it is ok to say something to other people or if you prefer to tell people when you’re ready. For example, “Sara, can you please not say anything to anyone at the party about me being pregnant? It’s still so early that I just want to make sure everything is ok before I announce it to everyone.” Prepare yourself if someone lets the cat out of the bag without your approval. Come up with a generic acknowledgement such as, “Yep, it’s true I’m pregnant. I’ve been so sick that I’m just laying low until I start to feel better.” Many women who are pregnant find out that everyone is an expert on pregnancy and childbearing. This can be especially true with family members. If you are around a lot of different family members during the holidays, develop ways to handle relatives with pesky questions and advice. This can help you more easily navigate and enjoy the holidays.  Make a list of family who may be invasive about your pregnancy. Think about ways in which you can engage them without offending their sensibilities. For example, say to yourself, “Ok, I know Aunt Laurie is going to ask me to name the baby after my great grandfather. But I hate the name Aloysius. So I’m just going to tell her that it’s on the list we’re considering so she leaves me alone.” Acknowledge family members’ positions with respect. For example, you may not be married to the baby’s father and have no plans to wed. If your partner’s father makes comments, counter them with, “Sal, I understand that things are different in your culture and generation, but attitudes towards marriage and pregnancy are different in my generation.” You could also say things like, “Uncle Peter, we don’t go to church...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Habla sobre los detalles de tu embarazo en la medida en la que te sientas cómoda. Maneja a tus parientes más molestos en la medida de tus posibilidades. Maneja las preguntas o los actos invasivos. Acepta o rechaza las ofertas de alcohol como mejor te parezca.


You may be inclined to say things like, "Well, I wasn't very good at math, either." However, it's better to encourage them to step up to the plate, so to speak. You could say, "Math may seem hard now, but if you work at it, you're going to get so much better!" Some teachers don't do a great job of showing kids how math is useful. Just like with younger kids, you can talk about how you're using math in you're everyday life, then challenge them to solve the problem in your place. For instance, if you're at the grocery store, have them figure out which is the better deal on a bottle of ketchup. Like younger kids, playing board games with older kids can help develop math skills in a low-stress environment. For older kids, try games like Monopoly, Settlers of Catan, Sheriff of Nottingham, or even Ticket to Ride. Plenty of apps and even video games help develop math skills with older kids. You can try apps like Mathmeter, Wuzzit Trouble, or King of Math, available on most phones and tablets. Online video games, particularly ones that have currency and require puzzle-solving skills, can help older kids work on skills, too. Don't give them too much screen time, however. Playing all day at the computer will interfere with your child's social and academic life. Once kids get down the basics, you can start working on concepts instead. That way, kids need to actually put some thought into how to solve it. As they get older, you can increase the difficulty.  For example, you could ask how long it will take you to get home, if you're traveling at a certain speed and going a certain distance. You could also ask questions, such as "How long will it take to add water to this pool?"

TL;DR in Spanish:

Fomenta una actitud positiva. Conecta la matemática con el mundo real. Tengan una noche de juegos en familia. Dale tiempo de ocio. Practica conceptos abstractos.


You may be sabotaging yourself with negative thoughts and not even realize it. Begin by simply becoming aware of negative thoughts, and how they may be affecting you. Some common forms of negative thinking include:  Filtering, or minimizing positive aspects while magnifying the negative. Polarizing, or seeing things as only good or bad with no middle-ground. Catastrophizing, or only imagining the worst-case scenario. With a little practice, you can learn to transform your thoughts. Start by following one simple rule: Don’t say anything about yourself that you wouldn’t say about a friend. Be gentle with yourself. Encourage yourself the way you would encourage a close friend. It is a misconception that some people are naturally positive, while others are inherently negative. In reality, optimism takes practice. Try to intentionally see the silver lining. Instead of thinking, “I’ve never done this before,” tell yourself, “This is an opportunity to learn something new.” ” We all have that inner voice that tends to critique or question us. This voice may tell us that we are not good enough, not talented enough, or not worthy of someone’s love. These thoughts are meant to protect you from failure or heartbreak, but in truth, they do nothing but hold you back. When your inner critic speaks up, ask yourself these questions.  Are these thoughts really true? Is it possible that these thoughts are not true? Can I admit that they might not be true? Can I imagine the possibility that really I am good enough, talented enough, and worth of love? If guilt, pain, or regret over past circumstances are bringing you down, you can work to release those emotions.  Make the active choice to let something go. Write it down and/or speak it out loud. Express your pain and/or take responsibility. If there is something you need to say to someone, say it, even if what you need to say is “I’m sorry.” Forgive yourself and others. Try to remember that everyone makes mistakes. Nobody is perfect, and everyone deserves another chance (even you).

TL;DR in Spanish:

Identifica el pensamiento negativo. Céntrate en el pensamiento positivo. Practica el optimismo. Esfuérzate para silenciar tu “crítico interior”. No vivas en el pasado.


You may be struggling with cognitive dissonance because you don’t want to accept that you were wrong. This is normal! It’s okay to change your mind, even about a deeply held belief.  If you refuse to confront potentially wrong beliefs, then they will hurt you in the long run. It's better to work through them when you first encounter information that contradicts what you believe. Remind yourself that no one is perfect. You don’t have to be right all of the time. You may decide to change your beliefs when changing your actions is not successful. Which of your beliefs are you violating? Figure out what behaviors are causing you to feel conflicted, then trace them back to your thoughts. This helps you identify the beliefs that are causing you distress. For example, you may think that you need to lose weight but find it difficult to do so. Your conflict could be that you believe an extreme diet is necessary, yet continue to eat larger portions. The beliefs that are causing your conflict could be shaped by society or others in your life. When this happens, you may find it harder to take action on the beliefs. In other cases, they may be outweighed by your desire to do the behaviors that are in conflict with the belief.  In the example above, you may think that you need to lose weight because you think it’s necessary to be accepted by others. Your diet may be hard to follow because the core belief is shaped by society, not you. Alternatively, you may decide that your diet is hard to follow because you have low energy on the diet, cannot enjoy shared meals with friends and family, and don’t want to give up your favorite foods. This helps you make informed choices about your beliefs and behaviors. In some cases, it may even give you the confidence to make a change. Alternatively, you may learn new information that supports how you already think.   As an example, you may learn more about weight loss, optimal weight, and healthy living if you're worried about your weight. In some cases, people choose to resolve their...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Acepta que a veces no tendrás la razón. Identifica el conflicto. Determina por qué el comportamiento que no puedas cambiar es importante para ti. Aprende más sobre ambos lados del conflicto. Escribe las razones por las que el comportamiento que quieras detener es aceptable. Vuelve a estructurar tus creencias para respaldar el comportamiento que quieras mantener. Evita las personas que con frecuencia desafíen las creencias que no quieras cambiar. Ve a un terapeuta si los sentimientos de disonancia cognitiva persisten.


You may be surprised that you don't need to practice meditation for that long to start seeing the effects. One scientific study examined how a group of students responded to meditation. With just two weeks of meditation practice (10 minutes a day, plus 4 45-minute classes a week), the students significantly improved their GRE scores (a standardized test given to students trying to get into graduate school). In fact, some studies show as little as four days of meditation can improve your attention span and memory. Practicing every day is ideal. Doing so will help you work to increase your memory. In fact, spreading it out throughout the day can be helpful, such as meditating for 10 minutes in the morning, 10 minutes at lunch, and 10 minutes in the evening. However, if you find you can't practice every day, do it as often as you can. Mindfulness is a part of meditation, but it's also something you can incorporate in your day-to-day life. Mindfulness, at its most basic, just means paying attention. In other words, place yourself in the moment, rather then letting your mind race elsewhere.  For instance, when you're in the shower, stop yourself from thinking about the day ahead. Instead, focus on what the shower feels like. Feel the heat of the water on your skin, how the soap feels against your body. Pay attention to the pleasant scent of your soap or shampoo. Let yourself really feel each sensation. You can practice this technique anywhere. For instance, while you're washing dishes, take a moment to really focus on what you're doing. Let yourself feel the warm water on your skin, the weight of a plate in your hands. Put your full attention on getting the plate clean, making sure it's spotless. You may want to jump in with an hour-long meditation every day. However, most people can't sustain that kind of practice when they haven't meditated before. It's best to start small and work up to more time. You can start with as little as three minutes a day.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Empieza hoy. Practica con frecuencia. Cultiva la conciencia plena. Ve aumentando.


You may be tempted to push your inner child away because her problems seem irrelevant to your life as an adult. This isn't true, however, since many of our deepest feelings are carried forward by the inner child. Avoid the temptation of disregarding or ignoring your inner child. She can't be sidestepped. Listen to her like you would an actual child in front of you. She's just as real and her feelings matter just as much. You may experience frustration if feelings of anger or insecurity well up inside you. It's important to let yourself feel this energy, however, because this is the inner child speaking to you. She may throw a tantrum or get sorrowful. You can accept these emotions without "giving in" to them. Acknowledge them and then move on without letting them dictate your actions. Re-parenting is based on the idea that as an adult you now possess the knowledge and resources to give your inner child what she needs. If you feel like your inner child needs some healing before she can show up in your life at her best, this can be a good approach to try. You know better than anyone what she needs, based on hurtful experiences in her past, and how to help.  For example, if your parents never gave you a birthday party, throw one for yourself. Invite your friends and tell them you're making up for this part of your childhood. For another example, affirm yourself when you know you've done something you can be proud of. Say "I'm proud of myself and my achievements." Although you want to avoid being held back by childhood fears, it's a good idea to be sensitive to your inner child's needs as well. If you have particular insecurities that you haven't fully overcome, respect them. You may have a fear of heights that first showed up in childhood. Be kind to the part of you that's still unsure about high diving boards or climbing. Also, stay out of toxic situations. If being around specific people reinforces childhood anxieties, limit contact with those individuals. For example, if you have a brother who picks on you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Tómalo en serio. Acepta los sentimientos de tu niño interior. Sé tu “propio padre” para curarte. Protege a tu niño interior. Organiza tu casa.


You may be tempted to solve math problems in your head, but when you’re first starting out it’s a good idea to write everything down, step by step. This way, if you make a mistake, it’s easy to go back and see what happened so you can fix it moving forward. Fractions are made up of 2 parts, the numerator (the top number) and the denominator (the bottom number), and they are separated with a straight, horizontal line. To write a mixed number, put the whole number on the left-hand side of the fraction. For example, let’s say the problem you’re solving for is 1 and 3/4 * 7 and 1/5. The first thing you need to do is change both of those mixed fractions into improper fractions, meaning that the numerator will be greater than the denominator. Here’s how to do this:   1 and 3/4 = 7/4 when it’s made into an improper fraction. The denominator will always stay the same when making improper fractions. Multiply the denominator by the whole number (4 *1) and add that answer to the current numerator (3). (4*1) + 3 = 7. For 7 and 1/5, multiply the denominator by the whole number (5*7) and add that answer to the current numerator (1). (5*7) + 1 = 36. Put the new numerator over the original denominator for your improper fraction. 7 and 1/5 = 36/5. to make the numbers easier to multiply. In the example given, we are left with 7/4 * 36/5. While you could just multiply the numerators and the denominators, it will be easier to do the math if you can simplify the fractions first. When simplifying, check to see if the cross numerator and denominator can be divided equally by the same number. 7 and 5 cannot be, but 36 and 4 are both equally divisible by 4. To get your simplified fraction:  Divide 4 by 4 to get 1, changing the first fraction from 7/4 to 7/1. Divide 36 by 4 to get 9, changing the second fraction from 36/5 to 9/5. You can also simplify single fractions if the numerator and denominator have a common factor. For example, if 7/4 were instead 8/4, you could simplify that fraction to 2/1. Now all you have to do is solve for...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escribe el problema sobre papel para que puedas seguirle el rastro a tu trabajo. Transforma el número mixto en una fracción impropia. Simplifica las fracciones impropias Resuelve el problema multiplicando los numeradores y los denominadores. Vuelve a convertir la fracción en un número mixto


You may be writing a case study to fulfill an academic requirement or to help solve problems in real-life situations. An academic assignment typically will come with a specific objective and instructions, whereas a professional assignment might require you to define the objective. Choose an analytical approach to increase awareness. In the preliminary stages of solving management problems, an analytical case study might best meet the goal of alerting upper management to core facts and issues. An analytical case study primarily focuses on what has occurred and why. Select a problem-solving approach to pinpoint and solve major issues. If the goal is to make solution recommendations, write a problem-solving case study that clearly outlines problems and solutions. Examine the facts, dynamics, communications and all relevant aspects of the particular situation. Research might involve interviewing people in an organization, reviewing written documents or looking up relevant statistics.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina el objetivo principal del estudio de caso. Selecciona el mejor enfoque. Lleva a cabo investigaciones para tu estudio de caso.


You may choose a neutral color like white, or a more specific color that matches clothing or decoration colors. Spray carnations come with 3 to 5 blooms per stem, so you can use a few larger carnations or a handful of smaller carnations. Buy a few extra carnations, in case you lose a few in the process. Baby's breath, limonium, green ferns and green leaves can be used behind your carnations. They are available, along with the carnations, at most flower shops. This is available online or in craft stores.

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Escoge un color o más de uno para tus ramilletes. Compra 3 o 4 claveles por cada ramillete que planees hacer. Elige una flor de relleno o helecho para tu ramillete. Compra una cinta de seda alambrada de 1,5 a 2,5 cm (1/2 a 1 pulgada) del color de tu elección.


You may choose to eat the heart and liver. However, it is not recommended that you consume the brain, spleen, eyes, tonsils, or lymph nodes. Put any organs you plan on saving in a clean plastic bag. If it is okay with the property owner, you may leave the waste organs (intestines, spleen, etc) for scavengers. Otherwise, pack up the organs in another plastic bag to bring with you. Transport your deer home. Get your carcass chilled, or on ice, as soon as possible.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Guarda los órganos comestibles. Deshazte de los residuos. Llévate a casa tu venado.


You may choose to make monthly payments on your loan.  Or you may want to pay the loan off in full all at once.  Discuss your repayment options with your lender.  Understand the conditions or rules that govern how your loan must be repaid. Most personal loans are amortizing loans.  This means you pay a fixed monthly amount that includes interest and principal.  The number of months needed to repay the loan is specified at the beginning.  You continue to make monthly payments until the loan is paid off and the balance is zero. This means that each month you only pay interest on the loan.  The principal is paid in one lump sum at the end of the loan.  The regular payments are smaller with this type of loan, so you would choose it if you think you don’t have enough income to cover amortizing loan payments.  Also, it may be possible to refinance the lump sum payment at the end with another lender. With balloon payment loans, you pay no monthly payments during the term of the loan.  Then, at the end, you pay the entire principal plus all of the accrued interest in one lump sum.  This is a risky type of loan.  Many people who choose this option think they will be able to refinance the lump sum payment with another loan at the end. If you don’t pay your loan according to the terms and conditions set forth by the lender, you may incur penalties or fees.  These may occur if you miss a payment or pay your bill late.  The late fee will be added to your monthly payment for that month.  You will have to pay it in addition to your regular payment. If you pay your loan back more quickly than specified by the terms of the loan, then the lender doesn’t get as much income in interest payments.  Some lenders cover themselves by charging prepayment penalties or exit fees if you pay off your loan before a certain date. To avoid prepayment penalties, look for the words “no prepayment penalty” on your loan application materials. Some borrowers set up automatic payments from their checking account to pay the monthly loan payments. ...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Comprende las opciones para pagar el préstamo. Escoge un préstamo de amortización para los pagos mensuales regulares. Comprende los préstamos en los que solo se paga el interés. Consulta los préstamos de pago total si tus ingresos mensuales son muy bajos. Evita las tasas por retraso. Comprende las sanciones de pago. Evita los sobregiros accidentales en tu cuenta corriente.


You may do this with either the Select tool or Type tool. To align text vertically from the top of the text frame, select Top. To align text from the center of the text frame, select Center. To align text vertically from the bottom of the text frame, select Bottom. To distribute text evenly from the top to the bottom of the text frame, select Justify.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Selecciona los cuadros de texto que contengan el texto que deseas alinear. Haz clic en Objeto>Opciones de Cuadro de Texto. Repite este paso para todos los textos que desees alinear.


You may feel alienated or strange to realize that you enjoy wearing diapers. It’s important to recognize that many other people share your affection for wearing diapers. You are not the only person with these feelings and behaviors. There is nothing "strange" or "abnormal" about you. You may be surprised to learn that communities exist to bring diaper wearers together. It is possible to meet other people that have the same feelings and behaviors as you. You may feel strange or ashamed about wearing a diaper and feel unclear where this feeling originates. Accept the positive feelings you have about wearing diapers and being a diaper lover, such as pleasure, excitement, and satisfaction. If you are overcome with guilt, shame, and fear about wearing a diaper, look at these feelings, too. It may be easier to disregard or ignore these emotions, but move closer to them. Instead of worrying what people may think if they find out, learn to be comfortable with yourself and your feelings first.  Explore the feelings you have about wearing a diaper and acknowledge all of them, both positive and negative. Ask yourself how wearing a diaper contributes to your self-perception and identity. Some negative feelings that may come up are fear of others finding out, or feelings of guilt or shame. You may be experiencing a lot of self-criticism. Especially if you want people to be understanding of you, it’s important that you understand your own motivations and feelings first. One way you can confront and work through these feelings is through journaling. The process of journaling allows you to define and get some distance from your emotions. Taking even just a few minutes each day to write down how you are feeling can bring clarity to your thoughts and feelings. for who you are.  Part of full self-acceptance is choosing to accept the parts of yourself that are difficult to accept. Examine any negative feelings you have regarding wearing diapers and refuse any judgments you have toward yourself for wearing diapers. If you have a...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Debes saber que no estás solo. Aprende sobre tus sentimientos. Acéptate como eres Lidia con la culpa y la vergüenza. Actúa según tus sentimientos. Haz amigos


You may feel better about your life and yourself if you are doing something that you really love to do. Take some time to think about what you are passionate about. Write down your thoughts so that you can read over them and use them to help you develop your talents. Some good writing activities to help you identify what you are passionate about include:   Thinking about what you wanted to do as a child. What did you love to do when you were a kid? Did you enjoy playing softball? Drawing? Dancing? Or something else? Write about what you remember loving to do as a child.  Making a list of people you look up to. Try making a list of all of the people who you admire most. Write about what you admire about them and how that might translate into your passion.  Imagining what you would do if you knew you would succeed. Take a minute to imagine that you could have guaranteed success at anything you choose. What would you do if you knew you could not fail? Write about your answer. Once you know what makes you happy, find ways to do these things more often. This can be as simple as turning one of your passions into a hobby or it might be more complex, such as changing careers.  If your passion is something that is hard to break into, such as acting, then try joining a local club or take a class to give yourself an outlet for your passion. Pay attention to how you feel when you are using your talents. You should notice that you have a light, happy feeling. This can help you to confirm that you are truly passionate about this activity. If you notice a heavy, unpleasant feeling, then you may need to reevaluate. Beauty and attractiveness are not the same thing. Attraction is the force that draws others to you. Being typically beautiful can contribute to make someone attractive. However, many other qualities create attraction.  Intelligence, kindness, confidence, health, and humor are all attractors. People who have a realistic self-image, who are emotionally grounded, and who take good care of themselves are considered...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina cuál es tu pasión. Desarrolla tus talentos. Acepta tus poderes de atracción. Emplea tus poderes externos de atracción. Luce lo mejor posible. Cuida tu salud. Identifica los trastornos alimenticios.


You may feel grown up as a teenager, but typically, your parents still have a lot of say in your life. Talking to them about love might seem awkward. It can, if fact, be beneficial for everyone. Your parents can talk from experience and guide you through your emotions. Being open with them will also help them be more open to the thought of you in a relationship.  Ask your parents if they can set aside time to talk to you. You can say something like “I’m experiencing some unfamiliar emotions, and I’d like to hear your advice.” You can also say “I think I’m falling in love. Can you guide me through these emotions?” You may be in love, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take the relationship slowly. Don’t feel rushed to explore sexuality or make a serious commitment to each other. Enjoy being young teenagers in love without the pressure. Figure out what you are and are not okay with in your relationship. For example, you may be okay with kissing, but you aren’t okay with going any farther than that. If you and your partner are in love, you should be able to talk openly with each other. Have a conversation with them about your limits so they will know what they can and can not do. Being in love also means respecting your partner’s space. You should be happy when your partner studies hard and works towards their dreams. Don’t expect them to be around you 24/7 or make bigger commitments than they handle. If you are truly in love, you want what is best for them.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Habla con tus padres sobre tus sentimientos. Toma las cosas con calma. Decide los límites. No tengas muchas expectativas de tu pareja.


You may feel hungry if you are not receiving the nutritional benefits of a balanced diet.  Be sure that you eat items from each of the food groups.  You should get plenty of vegetables and fruit, lean proteins, and whole grains, as well as a moderate amount of healthy oils and fats.  A balanced breakfast could be a half a cup of whole-grain oatmeal with a drizzle of honey, a cup of fresh strawberries, and a half a cup of cottage cheese. A healthy lunch could be a salad of dark mixed greens with dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and crumbled cheese such as feta or goat cheese.  You can make your own dressing or opt for a reduced-calorie dressing.  Don’t like salads? Make a wrap!  Wrap up those greens, cranberries, and sunflower seeds into a pita or a whole grain tortilla.  You could also add a lean meat such as turkey to the wrap, and drizzle a little dressing on it. A balanced dinner could be a 4-oz serving of meat or fish, two vegetables, and a whole grain.  For example, you could have grilled salmon, wild rice, roasted or steamed broccoli, and roasted butternut squash. Foods that have a lot of air or water in them have greater volume.  These will make you feel full faster and will give you the sensation of eating a larger quantity, which may help if you feel hungry.  Some foods with higher volume include:  Legumes Soup Vegetables Popcorn Fresh fruit Whole grains Lettuce has a high water content, so eating a salad with light dressing prior to your meal can help you fill up faster and feel less hungry after your meal.  A salad doesn’t have to be complicated to be tasty.  Try tossing some mixed greens in lemon juice and olive oil, then topping with a few cherry tomatoes. If you are feeling more ambitious or creative, try mixing fruits and vegetables into your salad.  You could make a salad that includes fresh blueberries or strawberries along with sweet peppers or marinated beets. Snacking on high-energy snacks such as fruit and nuts can help you feel less hungry between meals.  Nuts make an especially good...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Consume una dieta balanceada. Come alimentos voluminosos. Come ensalada antes de las comidas. Come bocadillos saludables. Toma agua entre cada bocado de comida. Evita la comida chatarra.


You may feel like everything is going wrong or is about to go wrong, and you can do nothing to stop it. Alternatively, you may feel a sense of panic about the situations in your life.  Some people feel like they are always on edge or that everything in life can lead to something horrible.  Some people have panic attacks, which are a sudden onset of fear that can feel overwhelming. Though everyone feels anxious from time to time, anxiety that is persistent and pervasive is a bit more serious. If you have had major anxiety in your life for half a year or more, you should talk to your doctor about it. Anxiety doesn't just manifest in psychological ways; you'll also notice physical symptoms. For instance, you may shake, sweat, or breathe too quickly. You may also have a rapid heart beat. In addition, you could feel very tired, or you may not be able to focus on what you need to do. You could also have symptoms such as stomach problems, dizziness, headaches, or even chest pain. If you are just upset by anxiety every once and a while with few side effects, that likely means you don't have an anxiety disorder. However, if your anxiety affects your life everyday, whether by consuming your thoughts or stopping you from doing things, you may have an anxiety disorder. Depending on the type of disorder you have, your anxiety can look somewhat different. In addition, what triggers it can vary widely from person to person, or it may have no trigger at all.  Generalized anxiety disorder means you may feel excessive worry about your everyday life, even if nothing bad is happening at the moment. Panic disorder is when you suddenly have attacks of fear or anxiety that often last for just a few minutes but can last much longer. Social phobia is essentially a fear of being embarrassed. This embarrassment may keep you from doing certain things or going where you may want to go because you're afraid you'll do something embarrassing. Focused phobias are a fear of one particular thing or several things; in other words, when you are...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Conoce las sensaciones que produce la ansiedad. Presta atención a los sentimientos de nerviosismo o impotencia. Presta atención a las manifestaciones físicas. Observa cuánto afecta tu vida la ansiedad. Comprende que la ansiedad puede aparecer de distintas formas.


You may feel like you have absolutely nothing in common with your mom, but that's probably not true! Chances are the two of you share at least one common interest. No matter what that thing is, use it to come up with activities that you will both enjoy doing together.  Your common interests can be anything at all, from traveling the world to playing with your cat. Take the initiative to plan some activities yourself. For example, if you and your mom both love animals, plan a trip to the zoo. You can let her in on your plans ahead of time or consider surprising her. Life gets busy sometimes, so if you're trying to spend more time with your mom, you may need to put it on both of your calendars. Scheduling time to spend together will demonstrate that you are both committed to becoming closer.  This is even more important if you don't get to see your mom very often because of her work schedule, for example. The two of you should agree on how often you will have your bonding time. It may be once a week or once a month, depending on your schedules and your own personal preferences. You might decide to do the same thing every time (like going out for ice cream every Friday night) or you may plan different activities for each time. The important thing is that you are together and doing something that you both enjoy. You don't necessarily have to go anywhere for your bonding time. You can stay at home and bake cookies together if you both enjoy doing that. Just being in the same room together doesn't always count as spending time together. When you spend time with your mom, make sure you are actually interacting, rather than just co-existing in the same space. Put phones, computers, and other devices away. Instead, focus on having a conversation or doing some kind of activity together. In addition to spending time together for no specific reason, you should try to celebrate together. Whether it's her birthday or your graduation, let her know that you want to be together for this special time.  Consider doing something...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca intereses comunes. Aparta el tiempo para crear la vinculación afectiva. Enfócate en tener un tiempo de calidad. Celebren juntos las ocasiones especiales. Hazle saber que la quieres.


You may feel that you could or should do something else with your time other than meditate. But, if you treat meditation like it is a part of a healthy lifestyle then you will find yourself more motivated to do it.  You deserve to be peaceful as much as you deserve to eat, sleep, or breathe. It is a part of who you are. Furthermore, the world around you—–your family, your friends, your companion animals, even strangers—–deserve for you to be peaceful, too. ”Tell yourself, “It’s okay for me to take the time to meditate. This is a part of being healthy. It’ll help me be calmer and more peaceful. “ A meditation zone is a space in your home dedicated to meditation. You can even tell the rest of the household that this area is off limits during the times you are using it for meditation. Having a dedicated space that you enjoy can help you find the motivation to meditate.  Use scented candles, incense, or aromatherapy fragrance makers to make your meditation zone appealing. Add light as part of the enjoyment. Use low-key colored lights or pretty hanging lights to create an atmosphere that draws you to this area for "me time". By making the space where you meditate a special place, in time you will become aware that you are calmer here, because it will be associated with peace and reflection. Listening to relaxing music playing quietly in the background can help you relax and get into the ‘meditation mood’. And the more you are in the mood to meditate, the more motivated you will be to meditate.  Create a meditation playlist of your own made up of music that calms you and helps you be more peaceful. Find a relaxing channel or playlist on an internet radio or video provider by searching for the term ‘meditation music’. If you can, wear headphones, as this also allows you to block out any other noises and distractions. Don’t allow the music or sounds to become a distraction. You want to focus on meditating, not the music. You can motivate yourself to meditate and make meditation a part of your lifestyle if you remind...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Date permiso para meditar. Crea una zona de meditación. Escucha música tranquila. Recuerda los motivos por los que quieres meditar.


You may feel that your parents are being unfair or uncaring if they do not understand you. This is not necessarily the case. Oftentimes, differences stem from generational divides. Your parents may have reasons for not understanding you or your perspective.  Your parents may have grown up in a culture with different beliefs. Perhaps, for example, your father's father was very strict. Your father may feel pressure to be a "good parent" coming from his father, causing him to not understand your need for freedom or autonomy. Your parents lack of understanding may also be caused by outside factors unrelated to you. If your mother does not always have time to listen to the problems you're having with your social group at school, think about what she's going through. Is your mother busy? Is she stressed at work or experiencing difficulties with her family? Outside factors may be blocking your mother's ability to understand you. Listening is key to understanding anyone, including your parents. If you want to understand where the divide comes from, talk to your parents and truly engage with what they're saying.  Listen in every day conversations. Even if your parents are just ranting about work or a co-worker, what they're saying can lead to insight on their values, strengths, and weaknesses. When your parents are talking to you, give them your full attention. Also, watch body language. Body language can convey a hidden meaning to what someone is saying. For example, your father fidgets a lot and hunches over when he tells you he doesn't want you going to the dance without a chaperone. His body language indicates he's nervous. You may assume he does not understand how much the dance means to you. However, he may merely be an anxious person by nature and his concern for your well-being is overriding his ability to empathize with your needs as a teenager. When you're listening, pay attention to your parents feelings. If you understand what your parents are feeling, and why they may feel this way, this can give you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evalúa el punto de vista de tus padres. Escucha detalladamente a tus padres. Presta atención a sus sentimientos. Lee libros y mira películas sobre las relaciones entre los padres y los hijos. Comprende que tus padres quieren protegerte. Aprende a detectar las señales del abuso emocional.


You may feel the need to panic and wipe up the stain, but resist that temptation! Wiping up the stain without the use of a cleaner can lead to an even bigger stain. If possible, blot up some of the ink with a paper towel. Just press the ink stain until you can’t remove any more of the ink with blotting alone. The kind of toothpaste you use to brush your teeth should work just fine—unless you use gel toothpaste. In that case, get some basic toothpaste that can even be bought from the dollar store. Put the toothpaste directly on the ink stain. Find a toothpaste that is labeled for whitening or has baking soda in it. This helps clear the stain. Okay, now you can start wiping instead of blotting. First, dampen a clean, soft cloth. Rub the stain for a few minutes. You’re ready to stop rubbing when the cloth slides over the wood with ease. Check the wood out to see if most or all of the stain is gone. Then, rinse off the rag you just used to clean the floor. Use that same cloth to rinse off the floor. Wipe off the wood until there isn’t any toothpaste left on the floor. Use a towel to pat off the wood until it is dry. Look over the result of your hard work. At this point, the stain should be completely gone. If not, don’t stress! There are other things you can do. You can repeat the process until you get the result you want. Or, you can use a stronger chemical to get the job done.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Seca la mancha. Aplica la pasta dental a la mancha. Frota la mancha con un paño. Enjuaga la madera. Repite el proceso si es necesario.


You may feel the urge to confront trespassers on your property or even try to make a citizen's arrest, but this is very dangerous and can escalate in unexpected ways. Instead, call the police and let trained professionals handle the situation for you. It's always best to report trespassers to the police before taking action yourself. If you witnessed someone trespassing on your property but they've already left the premises, you may still want to report them to the police so they can be arrested. Jot down everything you remember about them -- gender, height, weight, hair color, and any other significant details. This will help the police locate the right person or persons. Give the police your descriptions and let them know the date and time the trespass occurred. If the trespassers are still on your property when you make the call, let the police know that so they can show up to the scene. Depending on what they were doing, you may want the police to simply kick them off your property or  make an arrest. Be sure to report any damage or stolen property immediately. This is especially important if you plan to prosecute the trespassers.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evita enfrentarte a los intrusos por tu cuenta. Anota todo lo que sabes sobre los intrusos. Reporta los intrusos a las autoridades locales lo antes posible.


You may find an obvious leak in a pipe or fixture on the floor above the damaged ceiling, but it may also be more difficult to pinpoint.  If you don’t locate the source of the moisture prior to doing the repair, the problem will just keep coming back. Wear gloves, safety glasses and a dust mask while looking for and repairing the leak.  Depending on how long the leak has gone unrepaired, there could be mold present. If there is an extensive amount of mold, hire a professional to remove it safely. If the stain is from a long since repaired leak and the damage is only aesthetic, you may be able to remove the stain with a little elbow grease.  Use a one to one water and bleach mixture to try to blot the stain away.  Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when you apply it. If that doesn't work, wait until it dries completely and simply primer and paint the stain to match your ceiling.  As long as the drywall is intact and the leak is repaired, you're done! Depending on the extent of the damage, you may just need to cut out a bit of drywall or you may need to remove entire portions.  If you only need to remove a small portion of the ceiling, use a keyhole saw or similar tool to remove the affected area. If the damage is extensive, you may need to use the claw end of a hammer or a crowbar to remove all of the damaged material. Ensure all stained drywall is removed and that any material remaining is dry and not sagging. Clean the area with household cleaner to ensure mildew and mold does not develop. Now that all of the damaged material is removed, it’s time to replace it with new drywall.   Cut a portion of drywall that is the same approximate size as the area you cut out of the ceiling. If the hole you are patching is small, simply place the newly cut drywall into the hole, then use drywall joint compound to fill the gap and serve as glue to keep it in place.  Use a putty knife to ensure it is flat and even. If the hole is larger, you may need help holding the replacement drywall in place while you use the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra la fuente de humedad. Determina la extensión del daño. Quita todo el yeso dañado. Repara el hoyo en la placa de yeso laminado. Vuelve a pintar el área recién reparada.


You may find it easier to have a conversation with just one person at a time. This is especially true if one parent is stricter or angrier at you than the other one. Ask your parent whether he is busy before you ask your question. Make it clear that you want to talk about the punishment before you begin talking. If he seems irritated or distracted, ask whether there is a better time to talk to him. . It may hurt your pride, especially if you do not think you did anything wrong. However, your parent does, and she probably won't change her mind on the punishment unless you agree with her. When you apologize, don't try to pass on the blame to someone else, or even part of the blame. You may explain briefly why it happened, but it's best only to talk about your own actions. Talk about your own feelings, and avoid using the word "you," which can sound accusing. For instance, "I take a walk outside when I need to relax, so I feel stressed when I'm not allowed to leave the house." or "I know I did something bad, but I'm not sure this punishment is giving me the opportunity to show I can do better." This works best for long term punishments, such as grounding that lasts several weeks or months. For instance, ask for the ability to leave the house, but with an earlier curfew. If you show you can follow these terms, your parents might continue to reduce the punishment or end it early. Some experts on parenting recommend that parents follow this strategy. Be cautious about telling this to your parents, though. They may not appreciate their child telling them about good parenting practices. Your parents might let you exchange your current punishment for another one. Depending on the situation, you might ask to have extra chore duties, be banned from television and computers for a certain amount of time, or find a tutor for your schoolwork. Your parents probably know which punishments you find easy to handle. Suggest a serious alternative punishment, just one that will restrict you in a different way. Listen to your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Trata de hablar solo con uno de tus padres o tutores. Encuentra el momento oportuno para hablar. Discúlpate No crees excusas. Di manifestaciones personales para describir la forma en que el castigo te afectó. Sugiere la probabilidad de recuperar lentamente tus privilegios. Sugiere un castigo alternativo. Vuelve a intentar dentro de algunos días si no funciona.