Some notable stage illusionists include Siegfried and Roy, David Copperfield, Harry Houdini, and Penn and Teller. Stage illusions often make use of the distance between the seated audience and the illusionist on stage to preserve its appearance of reality. To invent your own stage illusions, you will need an understanding of the psychology of perception, a creative mind, and, potentially, a trustworthy carpenter.  Instead of getting bogged down in complex mechanisms and Rube-Goldberg-esque contraptions, begin first with the effect you want to achieve. Do you want your audience to think you have mastery over an orb of fire? Do you want to make it appear as though you can manipulate space and time? Start with the effect, and work backwards. Stage illusions can take a long time to imagine, a longer time to design, and an even longer time to perfect to performance standards. You will need to be patient if you want to be an accomplished stage illusionist. This brand of magic is usually performed at about 10 feet or less from your audience, with the prestidigitator usually seated at a table. These tricks often make use of simple props, like cards, coins, and other baubles, manipulating these with ease and finesse that makes the object seem to appear, disappear, and move through space in strange and surprising ways.  Train yourself by constantly keeping your hands engaged. Carry a deck of cards or a special coin wherever you go, and constantly drill palms, drops, and shuffles until your hands can grasp nearly any object and deftly make it disappear. Close-up magic, being highly translatable to any small object, should be a strong skill in an illusionists repertoire. Even if you don't want to gain a reputation as a psychic or a telepath, the psychology you learn in studying mentalist technique will help you better understand and manipulate the perceptions of your audience. Mentalism is a tradition of magic that makes use of body language, cold reading, and suggestion to give the impression that you have psychic...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aplícate a las ilusiones de escenario. Domina la magia de cerca. Expande tu mente al territorio del mentalismo. Obtén una comprensión del escapismo.


Some of the stumps may be too large to dig up from the ground. Using a drill, place 2 to 3 holes into the stump. If the vine is growing near desirable plants and trees, use boiling water to kill the root system. Boil 6 to 8 cups (1.4 to 1.9 l) of water in a pot on the stove. Pour the boiling water into the stumps to damage the root system. You will need to continue this treatment every 4 to 6 weeks for several months to kill the vine completely. Pour a full strength herbicide like Round Up, Rodeo, Pathfinder II, or Triclopyr 3 into the stumps. Apply the herbicide per the instructions on the bottle. Retreat any regrowth with the herbicide after 6 weeks.  If trees and plants are nearby but you still want to use an herbicide, Round-Up and Rodeo are less invasive than Pathfinder II and Triclopyr 3. You can find these herbicides at your local gardening store. As you attempt to kill the large roots, the vine will start growing smaller shoots to keep itself alive. Mowing your grass once a week will keep smaller shoots at bay while you attempt to kill the larger roots. The mulch will help suffocate any remaining roots that are still under the ground. You can also cover the area with soil, cardboard, or something thick that will block sunlight.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Taladra 2 o 3 agujeros en los tocones que hayan quedado. Vierte agua hirviendo en los tocones si tienes plantas cerca. Aplica un herbicida en los tocones si no hay plantas cerca. Corta el césped una vez por semana hasta que la vid desaparezca. Cubre los tocones con mantillo una vez que hayas eliminado por fin la vid.


Some of your cabinets should have pre-made holes in them for utilities connections. If you need to add additional holes, however, make sure you do so before installing your cabinets. Measure how large your hole needs to be, draw an outline of it on the cabinet, and use a jigsaw to cut the hole. On the back of your cabinets, there should be hooks. These will fit onto the lower lip of the rail. Simply lift the cabinet you want in the upper corner into place and position the hooks onto the rail. Make sure all of your cabinet’s hooks are hanging on the rail.  Make sure you start with the upper cabinets, since they will be harder to install if the base cabinets are installed already. Get a friend or family member to help you hang the cabinets, as they can be unwieldy or heavy. Make sure you bend from the knees rather than the back when you lift the cabinets, as this can prevent unnecessary strain on your back. If you have a bad back, consider getting a pair of people to do this step for you. After putting up the corner cabinet, hang the one that goes next to it. Then hang the cabinet that goes next to that one. Continue hanging the cabinets moving out from the corner until they are all hanging from the upper suspension rail. Once you’re sure all the cabinets are in the right place and aligned properly, tighten the mounting screws that are at the back of the cabinet. You can reach these screws through the front opening of the cabinet. They should be on the back wall. Check your cabinet assembly guide if you can’t find them or need further information. Your cabinets may have small holes down the sides. With your IKEA package, you should have received screws that you will fasten into these holes to fix the cabinets together. See your assembly guide for the specific information for your model of cabinet. Make sure the legs are on the cabinet before mounting it on the rail. The legs help secure it and are very difficult to put on when the cabinet is already installed. As with the upper cabinets, simply position the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Corta las aberturas para las conexiones si fuera necesario. Cuelga el armario de la esquina superior sobre el riel de suspensión. Cuelga los demás armarios superiores en el riel de suspensión. Verifica su alineación y asegúralos con tornillos. Asegura los armarios superiores los unos a los otros si fuera necesario. Coloca el armario bajo de la esquina inferior. Coloca los demás armarios bajos. Verifica la alineación y asegura los armarios en su lugar. Asegura los armarios bajos entre sí si fuera necesario.


Some of your childhood fears may indicate a predisposition for psychic ability. You might have medium abilities if:  You feared the dark. Often, children with psychic tendencies have a persisting fear of the dark that stems from an unconscious awareness of the supernatural. You also exhibited a persistent unwillingness to sleep in a room alone and may also have had vivid nightmares. If you don’t remember how you used to play as a child, ask your parents or guardians. You might have had some supernatural experiences disguised as play. Some of these experiences include: You had an imaginary friend. Often, adults label the spirits or supernatural being children interact with as “imaginary friends.” If you were extremely interested in religion or understanding meaning as a child, this could be an indication you had a psychic connection. If you showed tendencies toward psychic abilities early:  You asked guardians to take you to religious services or to tell you about different religious beliefs in detail. You engaged in play with objects like a Ouija board or tarot cards. You read children’s books centering around the spiritual or supernatural.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Examina tus miedos. Presta atención a tus hábitos de juego. Comprende tus intereses.


Some old thermometers used mercury to measure the temperature.  If you see a shiny liquid sloshing about your old thermometer, it could be liquid mercury. If you have an old barometer—a device used to measure air pressure—it could contain liquid mercury.  Look for a silvery-white liquid inside the central tube of the barometer. You might be keeping a barometer on the interior or exterior of your home. A common element in many gas-fired appliances is a mercury heat (or flame) sensor.  Also called automatic gas shut-off valves, these small gadgets are used in ovens, furnaces, and water heaters to stop the flow of gas if the flame does not produce heat.  Inspect these devices in your home for the presence of liquid mercury. There are a wide variety of other specialty gauges and devices in which you might be able to locate liquid mercury.  For instance, if you have a medical condition, you might own a sphygmomanometer (a blood pressure meter) that uses liquid mercury to measure blood pressure.  Other gauges containing liquid mercury include:  esophageal dilators, bougie tubes, or gastrointestinal tubes flow meters hydrometers psychrometers manometers pyrometers

TL;DR in Spanish:

Revisa tu termómetro. Verifica tu barómetro. Busca mercurio en los aparatos a gas. Revisa otros medidores y dispositivos.


Some older cats tend to experience a decrease in their eyesight or hearing as they age. This may mean that your formerly agile cat will bump into things if they are stacked up around your house. Removing clutter will help an elderly cat to navigate it more easily. Keeping items in your home in their usual spots will allow an older cat to find them easily. For example, try to maintain the cat's sleeping and eating areas in the same place. This is especially important for cats that are losing their sight. Having items in your house in a reliable location will help a blind cat move through its home without bumping into things.  If you move, keep its old blankets, sleeping baskets, and food bowls to restore a sense of normalcy in the new house. You may also want to keep a light on during the night so that your cat can find its way around the house. If a cat's eyesight is fading, it will not be able to see in the dark as well as it once did. While a young, agile cat may be able to climb or jump to get its needs met, an older cat shouldn't have to. For example, the cat's litter box, food and water dishes, cat bed, and your bed (if the cat likes to sleep there) should be easily accessible to the cat. You can buy little steps for your cat to help it climb onto your bed or wherever it likes to sleep. However, in many cases you can just arrange your furniture to provide this extra step. Remember that older cats are more likely to "miss" when using the litter box. Put its litter box on a plastic sheet or simply put it in an area that is easy to clean. That way, if the elderly cat misses the box or tracks litter out of the box, the mess can be cleaned up easily. If you have the room, try putting the litter box in a small plastic swimming pool with a hole cut in the front. This will allow your cat to get in to do its business while containing its mess in something that can be easily cleaned.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ordena tu casa. Mantén las cosas en lugares habituales. Coloca los artículos necesarios en lugares accesibles. Protege la zona de la caja de arena.


Some older plaster walls have a thin strip of wood that runs around the perimeter of a room, usually between 1 inch (2.5 cm) to 1 foot (30 cm) below the edge of the ceiling. If your room has this, you can simply drive a screw through the wood, and use this to hang things.  For instance, drive a screw into the strip on the spot just above where you want to hang a picture. Attach one end of a wire to the screw, and the other end to the hook on the back of the picture. You can raise or lower the wire to get the picture to the correct height. Set a drop cloth or an old sheet on the floor directly below where you want to hang something on the wall. Drilling holes into plaster can create dust and crumbs. Setting down the cloth will make clean-up a breeze. You won't need anything unusual or complex, and everything can be found at a hardware store if you don't already have it. You'll need a:  Box of screws that are 1.25 inches (3.2 cm) long, or 2 inches (5.1 cm) long for hanging heavy objects Roll of painter's tape Pencil Drill and a set of drill bits Measuring tape Carpenter's level Magnetic stud finder (optional) Roll of wire for hanging the object (optional)

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa un cimacio si tienen uno. Coloca en el suelo una tela de arpillera. Junta los artículos.


Some other metals look similar to brass, but will respond differently to these aging methods. The wrong treatment could corrode your object, so take your object to an antique shop or other expert if you can't identify it yourself.  Clean brass has a bright, golden brown appearance. The most similar metals in appearance are copper, which is brown or pink-brown, and bronze, which is a much darker brown.  Brass is slightly magnetic, but should only respond noticeably to a powerful magnet. If a small magnet sticks firmly to the surface, you probably have an object made from a different metal, then plated with a thin layer of brass. If your object is only brass-plated, try using a gentle treatment such as vinegar or salt water, as harsher materials may corrode through the thin brass layer. If you are trying to age copper, see these linked instructions. To antique bronze, purchase a "bronze ager" and follow the Using Antiquing Solution method. Lacquer is a clear, hard, protective finish that prevents the brass from oxidizing, which is the aging process you're trying to encourage or imitate. Apply the nail polish remover, also known as acetone, to the object to strip off the lacquer.  Wear rubber gloves and work in a ventilated area to avoid inhaling fumes. Let small objects soak in the acetone. Use a paintbrush to brush the chemical onto large objects. Be sure to coat every corner of the object. Methyl alcohol, paint remover, or lacquer thinner will also do the job. Wait a few minutes or until the lacquer is peeling off or dissolving into goo. Wash the object in hot water to remove the lacquer Check to make sure there is no remaining lacquer. Modern brass objects are often protected with tough lacquer that can take several attempts to remove entirely. If the object feels greasy or has a thin layer of polish on it, you can probably clean it with a cloth soaked in rubbing alcohol or a 50/50 mix of vinegar and water. For completely untreated brass, a thorough wash with soap and water should be enough to prepare it for...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Asegúrate de que el objeto sea de latón. Aprende qué hacer si el objeto no es de latón. Si el latón está laqueado, retíralo con un quitaesmalte. Vierte agua caliente sobre el objeto después de tratarlo con el quitaesmalte. Si la capa protectora es delgada o inexistente, lava el objeto con materiales más suaves. Seca el objeto por completo antes de continuar.


Some painkillers are anti-inflammatory and can help reduce pain as well as swelling. However, avoid aspirin and ibuprofen, as they may thin your blood and make the bruise worse. Arnica is an herb that reduces inflammation and can help reduce the appearance of bruises quickly. It is available in cream or gel form at most drug stores. Apply a coating to the affected area twice daily until the bruise goes away. Apply a coin-sized amount of vitamin K8 to the injury when you first get a contusion. This can help keep a bruise from forming or becoming quite so dark. If you have the stomach for it, and you can find a holistic medicine supply store that sells live leeches, you can place a live leech directly on the bruise. It will suck the blood off the top layer of the bruise immediately. Because the leech's saliva is somewhat numbing, you won't feel any discomfort during this process.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Toma acetaminofén para aliviar el dolor. Aplica pomada o gel de árnica a diario. Usa la vitamina K8 tópica justo después de sufrir un moretón. Deja que una sanguijuela chupe el moretón.


Some paintings require a background color. This will be different depending on your subject matter. If you need one, you have to start off with this. Using a large brush, paint your background color across the canvas. Make sure this is before you start to apply your other paints or sketch out your image. Now that you primed your canvas , you have your brushes, and you have chosen your paints, you can start work on your canvas. You should already have an idea of what you want to paint since you have chosen the colors that you need. At this point, you can sketch the outline of what you want to paint across the surface of your canvas before you start to paint. If you are working on a more abstract, free slowing work, you can just begin painting on the canvas. If you are working on a subject, you need to start with the low and highlights. Apply the darkest and lightest colors that you are going to use onto the sketch you made. From here, you can build up the middle ground shades on top of them, blending them as you go. If you are using oil paints, make sure you clean your brushes with turpentine between uses. If not, you will get paint build up and it will ruin your brushes. If you are using acrylics or watercolors, rinsing them out in water is fine.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Pinta un fondo. Empieza el trabajo. Aplica los tonos claros y oscuros.


Some pans work better than others.  Ideally, you'd like to use a heavy pan like a cast-iron pan.  These pans can reach really high temperatures that help sear the edge of the meat and keep in the flavors.  They also help to produce that slightly crusted char that provides a sweet flavor.  Many prefer a cast-iron pan because it can be used to sear the meat before transferring it into the oven.  A griddle pan could work as a substitute for a flat pan. Select a smaller pan if possible.  If you choose a larger pan you may be tempted to cook more than one steak at a time, and potentially miss the mark on the doneness. The reason you preheat is that the steak tastes better when the edges get seared quicker.  A preheated pan allows the ribeye to brown evenly, eliminating the water and creating a sweet caramelization.   Aside from that, a hot pan eliminates the need to flip the meat multiple times during cooking. If you have to flip the ribeye multiple times, don't worry too much.  Some tests have shown the meat to be cooked more evenly and quickly when flipped multiple times. Choose something neutral like groundnut oil, which has a mild flavor and doesn't burn at high temperatures.  Some other oils with high with smoke points are peanut oil, rice oil, and corn oil.  If the oil is not hot, it could transfer an oily or greasy flavor to the meat.   Use about a quarter cup (60ml) in a traditional 12-inch pan.  Do not use butter as your medium, because it smokes too quickly at high temperatures. Do not mix butter with the oil.  It will not stop the milk proteins in the butter from burning.  To know when the oil is ready, wiggle the pan around and there should be a nice, free-flowing movement to the oil.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige la sartén adecuada. Precalienta la sartén. Calienta un poco de aceite.


Some parts are stationary while others are movable.  Ratchet stop Thimble Frame Thimble lock Spindle Anvil Sleeve Use either a clean sheet of paper or soft cloth, and hold it between the anvil and the spindle. Gently twist and close on the sheet or cloth. Slowly, pull out the sheet or the cloth. This practice isn't a necessary step for measuring, but keeping the surfaces of the anvil and spindle clean ensures precise measurements. The anvil is stationary and can withstand more pressure than the spindle. Make sure the object doesn't move or scratch the surface of the anvil. The frame will rest gently on your palm. You can also fasten the frame on a stationary vise; this helps free up both hands for the measuring process. Be sure the 0 on the thimble is lined up with the scale on the sleeve. Apply enough force. The thimble often clicks. Three clicks is a good stopping point. Even though it is on lock, the spindle can still be moved. Be sure to avoid scratching either surfaces of the anvil or spindle; the slightest scratch can ruin the micrometers measuring accuracy. If the spindle loosens, be sure to remeasure.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Familiarízate con las partes de un micrómetro. Limpia el yunque y el husillo antes de empezar. Sujeta el objeto en tu mano izquierda y colócalo sobre el yunque. Toma el micrómetro con tu mano derecha. Gira la carraca a la izquierda. Gira hasta que el husillo esté contra el objeto. Ajusta el bloqueo del tambor mientras el micrómetro esté sobre el objeto. Saca con cuidado el objeto. Anota la medida antes de desbloquear el tambor.


Some people are more prone to cheat than others. We've all heard the phrase “once a cheater, always a cheater”, which reflects traits associated with one person. Individual factors can include personal values, moral compass, empathy, and impulsivity. Recognize if you knew that your girlfriend has cheated before or has a reputation of cheating. She may be a “serial cheater”. If she is angry at you for something in the relationship, she may use sex or cheating to get revenge. Your  girlfriend may cheat on you to get back at you for something, or to intentionally cause you pain. Ask your girlfriend whether the cheating was used for revenge or to make a point. Sometimes people who would normally not cheat end up cheating. This can be due to environmental factors such as being around many attractive people, or having a job that involves touching or one-on-one discussions with people. A partner can be very happy in a relationship, yet get caught up in a situation against better judgment. Ask your girlfriend what happened. She may be willing to say she got caught up in a situation. This can be especially true if you believe the relationship to be happy and she does too. Remember that people do make mistakes, this just happens to be a very large one. Some people use alcohol to escape their problems. For others, it may be too painful to confront problems (either individual or relationship problems) and may instead escape through other methods, like cheating. Instead of facing problems, she may use the thrill of cheating to feel better, while not fully considering the consequences. Ask about the problems your partner is facing, and if the problems can be worked through together. Ask her if there are things she wants to say or express that she feels shame or embarrassment in bringing up. Some people stay with a partner to feel supported or loved, yet have difficulty letting go when they realize they are not in love. Your girlfriend may have realized that she was not in love, but stayed to get certain needs met. Or, her...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Evalúa su personalidad. Evalúa si te ha traicionado para lastimarte. Pregúntale acerca de los factores situacionales. Analiza si la traición ha sido una forma de escape. Evalúa si la traición ha sido una forma de terminar la relación.


Some people are visual learners, while others are better listeners. Whether you’re learning something new at school, work, or on your own, try to notice when something really sticks and when you have a harder time processing something.  For instance, you might find that information "goes in one ear and out the other" when you can’t read along or see visual aids. When someone teaches you how to do something, you might find it easier to learn by doing that task instead of hearing about it. When someone tries to teach you something, let them know how to present information in a way you can digest. When learning on your own, go for media, such as YouTube videos or podcasts, that fit your learning style. Learning about a broad range of topics can help you get a bird’s eye view of how things work. From documentaries to how-to articles, there are plenty of resources at your disposal. As you learn about different disciplines, think about how they connect to one another.  For example, suppose you watch a documentary about how hurricanes form. You might think to yourself that a hurricane looks like a galaxy and wonder about how the laws of physics shape things like hurricanes and galaxies. Look for connections and let one topic lead you to another. Remember to tailor educational resources to your learning style. If you’re a visual learner, documentaries and guides on Netflix and YouTube could be great options. If your ears are great at soaking up information, listen to podcasts, like StarTalk, TEDTalks, or Radiolab. While there are diverse media at your disposal, don’t discount the value of the written word. Reading spurs the imagination, improves concentration, and strengthens critical thinking skills. If you’re not interested in reading a long novel, pick up a book of short stories. Try reading the newspaper, essays, poetry, or magazines (such as science, technology, or arts publications). Thinking takes a lot of energy, so it’s important to eat a healthy diet, exercise, and get enough sleep. If you don’t maintain...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Descubre cuál es tu estilo de aprendizaje. Infórmate sobre temas variados. Lee lo más que puedas. Mantén tu salud física.


Some people believe tarot cards can uncover truths about the physical, mental, or spiritual state of someone or something.  Use a guidebook, your deck’s instruction manual, or consult a psychic to practice learning the cards and their various meanings.  There are seventy-eight standard tarot card images divided into various subclasses (minor and major arcana).  Each card is a symbol and represents a certain meaning situation.  Familiarizing yourself with these cards and their associated meanings will make interpreting them easier later on.  Carry a deck with you at all times -- on the bus, at school, and to doctor’s appointments. Many cards have multiple meanings.  Learn them all in order to give your reading context and depth. Palm reading (palmistry) is a psychic skill which analyzes the hand to reveal individual personality and character traits.  There are two varieties of palmistry: chiromancy and chirognomy.  Chiromancy looks at the lines of the palm and is a more traditional palm reading technique.  By analyzing major and minor lines of the hand, you might be able to discover things about someone’s physical and emotional condition. Chirognomy uses the shape and texture of the hands and color of the skin in order to potentially draw out similar truths.  By studying the hand’s shape and classifying it into one of four categories -- earth, air, fire, or water -- you might be able to discern a person’s characteristics. Numerology is the study of numbers and, practitioners believe, their use in discovering their application to someone’s life.  Some people, for instance, believe that numbers in your birth date, or numbers which you encounter regularly like your address, indicate your purpose in life, motivation, and fate.  Practicing numerology is an arcane psychic reading practice.  Numerologists believe each number has a special cosmic vibration which, in combination with others, can reveal certain truths.  For instance, a popular numerological analysis is the lifepath number.  This number adds the day,...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lee cartas de tarot. Practica la lectura de las manos. Practica la numerología. Practica la litomancia.


Some people believe that dreams can act as premonitions that foreshadow the future. However, experts agree that this is not the case. Instead, dreams are stories that you tell yourself while you sleep. In some cases, they may help you work through a situation in your waking life or cope with emotions. If you have a disturbing dream that scares you, don't worry about it coming true. Instead, focus on the feelings you felt. Perhaps a real-life situation is making you feel this way. Once you’ve analyzed each part of your dream, you can put it all together. This can give you a deeper interpretation of the dream.  How does the setting relate to the characters and symbols? How does each part affect the meaning of the remaining parts? Taken together, what does the dream mean to you? Some dreams are straightforward, making them easy to interpret. You may have just encountered that person or situation during your day. However, other dreams act as a metaphor for something that’s happening in your life. Use your analysis to determine how your dream connects to your waking life.  As an example, dreaming about something that happened during the previous day may have a straightforward answer. If you had a fight with your mom, and you dream about fighting with her, the dream is likely about the fight. Alternatively, if you have a dream about a house fire that you can’t escape, then it’s probably a metaphor for something that’s happening in your life. You are the only person who truly knows yourself!  That makes you the best person to interpret your dreams. If you think your dream might mean something, accept that as the meaning. These dreams rarely correspond to feelings of love and sex in your real life. Most often, love and sex dreams are about intimate connections in your real life. You may have gotten closer to the person featured in your dream, or they could represent something within yourself that you are embracing. For example, you may have a sex dream about an acquaintance. Ask yourself what that person could...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce que estos no son una predicción del futuro. Une todos los elementos individuales del sueño. Relaciona el sueño con las situaciones de la vida real. Haz caso a tu instinto. Descifra los sueños sobre el amor y el sexo. Identifica los sueños o patrones recurrentes. Consulta con un terapeuta si los sueños te alteran.


Some people brag because they feel insecure and feel that others will only love them if they are amazing. Tell your friend that you care about them no matter what. Explain that you are not the kind of person to judge someone for their successes or possessions, and that what matters to you is their heart.  Make an effort to tell your friend how much you care, and compliment them on little things. You could tell your friend, for example, "Dakota, I really loved spending time with you today. You're great to talk with." Once they know that you are not impressed by their bragging, they may feel uncomfortable bragging around you in the future. Often, people who brag are less self-confident than they appear. Your friend might brag because they feel insecure around you. Build a safe space in your conversations where you and your friend can express themselves authentically. Creating this safe space depends on your attitude. If you approach them compassionately, this will show and your friend will feel comfortable. If you feel angry around them, they will sense this, too, and become more nervous. If nothing else works, talk to them about how their behavior hurts. Tell them that you feel alienated when they one-up you or that you feel like they don't care about you. Ask them if they could be more conscious of their behavior. Avoid seeming confrontational. Instead of putting the blame on them (e.g.: "You brag too much!"), put the emphasis on your feelings (e.g.: "I feel hurt when you one-up what I say.") While you might feel tempted to vaguely mention how much you hate bragging, your friend might not take the hint.  Say something like, "Hey, Henry, can we talk? I'm not sure if you're aware of this, but I felt hurt when you started talking about your dog after I told you my dog just died. It made me feel like you aren't paying attention to me. I feel like I listen to you when we talk. Can you please listen to me?" Another approach is to start a conversation with your friend about how they feel when they are around others...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Dile que lo quieres por lo que es. Fomenta un ambiente seguro cuando le hables. Háblale sobre su comportamiento fanfarrón. Habla con claridad sobre tu inquietud.


Some people choose to cut sugary, carbohydrate-rich foods like white rice, bread, pasta, and potatoes out of their diet completely. If that seems too drastic, you can keep them in your diet, but make sure to eat them in moderation. These foods draw you into a cycle of sugar cravings by causing a sudden sugar spike in your system. Your body releases a large amount of insulin to manage the spike, which then causes your blood sugar levels to drop. This, in turn, makes your body crave more sugar, restarting the cycle. The “white” varieties of bread, rice, and pasta are the most dangerous. In place of simple carbohydrates, incorporate complex carbohydrates like sweet potatoes, quinoa, and oats, whole grain bread, brown rice, and whole grain pasta. When you eat out, you have only a limited idea what's going into your meals. When you cook for yourself, you have complete control over what goes into your body. Cook natural products like vegetables, fruits, meats, and grains from scratch rather than preparing boxed meals.  When you eat out, don't feel uncomfortable making special requests. You can ask for your meat grilled instead of fried and your vegetables steamed instead of sautéed in oils. You can use an online nutrient calculator to make sure the ingredients you use in a given meal provide a balanced diet. A balanced diet is really important. It is generally accepted that you should get the following macronutrient percentages:  40% of your calories from protein 40% from carbohydrates 20% from fat   If you actually track your macronutrient intake, you will likely notice that you aren't consuming nearly enough protein, and you are way high on carbohydrates and fat. Apps like My Fitness Pal help you to become aware of what you are putting into your body. The sugars in most processed foods are bad for your health, but those found naturally in fruits and in vegetables come packaged with other health benefits. Replace your candy bar with nutrient-packed fruits like bananas and dates. Even when baking, you can replace...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Limita tu ingesta de carbohidratos. Prepara tus propias comidas. Reemplaza los azúcares refinados con los naturales. Elimina la comida rápida de tu dieta. Evita los productos que tengan al azúcar como uno de sus tres primeros ingredientes. Deja de consumir bebidas azucaradas. No omitas el desayuno y asegúrate de que sea un banquete saludable y moderado. Disminuye la cantidad de azúcar cuando cocines u hornees. Reemplaza las bebidas gaseosas con agua sola o saborizada. Come tentempiés más saludables durante el día.


Some people dislike small talk because they see it as fake or useless. However, making small talk can help you to build new relationships with people, such as for friendships, romantic relationships, or working relationships. Try to remind yourself that making small talk can lead to great things in some situations. Confident body language will help you give off the right attitude during conversations. Work on maintaining eye contact, sitting up straight, and doing other things to look social and engaged.  Be aware of your body language. Strive to look engaged with the person. Avoid gestures that make you look distant. Don't, for example, cross your arms, look at the clock or phone, or lean away from the person. If you want to build your social skills, start small. If you're shy by nature, you don't want to push yourself to do too much too soon. Set a goal to do one small thing each day to push you out of your comfort zone.  For example, you could set a goal to eat lunch in the break room instead of alone in a nearby coffee shop. This way, you'll have to be social with your co-workers. From there, work your way up. Set more and more small goals, until you're brave enough to go out for drinks with co-workers after work. It can help to model your behavior after someone you see as socially adept. You can, for example, study the behavior of a very social co-worker in your office. Pay attention to how they interact and make conversations with others. Try to emulate some of their behaviors. Shyness is often linked to a lack of confidence. If you're shy by nature, trying new things can help you feel more confident in yourself. Developing a wide skill set or a wide array of hobbies and interests can make you feel bolder. It can also give you more to talk about during small talk. Join a club. Take a class. Enroll in a sport's team. Do anything that pertains to your interests that is new and exciting for you.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce los beneficios de las conversaciones triviales. Mantén un buen lenguaje corporal. Empieza cada día con un reto pequeño. Busca un modelo para imitar sus habilidades sociales. Oblígate a probar cosas nuevas.


Some people find it easiest to fly by flapping their arms like a bird. Combine this with a jumping takeoff for the best results. You can use each flap of your arms to propel you higher into the air. Change directions by shifting your whole body. Another way to fly is by changing your physical body into a creature, made up or real, that can fly. Then you can use whatever method they use to fly. For example, shape-shift into a bird, and then simply flap your wings to go soaring through the air. You can use a mirror method, discussed above, or simply envision yourself as a bird, bat, pterodactyl, airplane, or flying insect. This is another method for flying and has the advantage of allowing you to dive into any bodies of water and swim. You can use any swim stroke you are most comfortable with, and simply pick up your feet and begin the stroke to lift off. You can use a broomstick, flying carpet, or, if you prefer something more realistic, try a jetpack or helicopter. Imagine yourself in or on the object that will help you fly, then allow it to lift off on its own and fly.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Vuela como un ave. Cambia de forma a una criatura voladora. Nada en el aire. Usa cualquier ayuda para volar.


Some people have a hard time being single after many years of marriage.  Do not let your desire for a romantic partner cloud your judgment.  If you feel you are still not emotionally healed or grieving over the loss of your marriage, take some time to let the pain subside.    If you often find your thoughts dwelling on your past relationship or things your former spouse would do, you are probably not ready for a new relationship.  If you are not truly over your past relationship, you might end up (consciously or unconsciously) entering a new relationship as a temporary distraction.  Doing so will be unhealthy for you and the woman you date. Look for women with whom you are compatible to have a healthy, long-term relationship. Sites like OKCupid, Match.com, and eHarmony are among the top sites for meeting singles online.  You can specify what your marital status is as well as your age, race, and other personal stats.  These sites will give you a quick way to meet many different women from your area.  Choose a flattering but accurate picture of yourself.  Don’t use blurry or old photos, and choose a picture in which you’re smiling. Describe your interests and personality.  Be specific.  For instance, don’t write that you like travel and movies; write instead that you enjoyed China and want to go back, and think Stanley Kubrick’s work is brilliant. Be wary when meeting women online.  Always use caution when meeting people you do not know well or have not met in person. After a divorce, you should count on your friends for emotional support to help you pull through.  As you begin to heal more fully and prepare to re-enter the dating world, your friends can help you out again.  Since your friends know you better than anyone, they’ll have a good sense of what kind of woman you’re compatible with.    Request your closest friends to keep an eye out for women you should meet.  For instance, you might say to a friend, “It’s hard to meet women around here.  If you know anyone I might be interested in, please let me...

TL;DR in Spanish:

No te apresures por iniciar una relación. Prueba las páginas web de citas. Pídeles a tus amigos que te presenten mujeres solteras. No te limites a los lugares típicos. Conoce madres solteras a través de tus hijos. Invita a salir a las mujeres que te interesen.


Some people have reported hair loss when removing glitter brows. Remember, the glue used is a powerful adhesive. Take your your time and remove your glitter brows slowly, using a makeup wipe, to avoid hair loss. Never use an acetone-based makeup remover to get rid of glitter brows. There is a risk of acetone getting in your eyes, which can cause potentially serious health issues. To remove your glitter brows, take a makeup wipe and press against the brow. Work it into your brow using your fingers. From there, remove the wipe. This should take off the first layer of glitter.  After the first layer of glitter is removed, use the makeup wipe to roll the glue from the corner of your eyebrow near your nose outward. The glue should peel off in one solid chunk.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Retira las cejas de brillantina lentamente para evitar la pérdida de vello. No las retires con acetona. Retirar las cejas de brillantina antes de irte a dormir.


Some people in your locker room might not mind talking to each other while they change. If that makes you uncomfortable, it’s okay to keep to yourself while you change. You don’t need to chat with anyone else, and you don’t need to pause while you’re changing to answer anyone’s questions. It saves you time and some privacy. If someone starts talking to you while you're changing, you can politely say something like "Hey! Let me get changed really quick and then we can talk." Some locker rooms have bathroom stalls that you can access while you’re in the locker room. If you’re really uncomfortable changing in front of others, you can slip into a bathroom stall and change your clothes quickly.  Locker rooms that are attached to pools usually have more showers than regular locker rooms, so you might be able to change there. Keep in mind that sometimes the bathroom stalls might be full of people already. You might not have the time to wait for a stall. If that’s the case, find a quiet corner in the locker room to change. If you're changing at school, ask if students are allowed to change in the restrooms. Some teachers have rules that everyone must change at their locker. If there aren’t many options for privacy in your locker room, try wearing your gym clothes under your street clothes. That way, you only have to take off your top layer of clothes before class, and then put them back on when it’s over.  If you're wearing your gym clothes under your regular clothes, make sure you wash them regularly – at least once or twice a week. This might get a little warm during the warmer months, so be prepared for that. If you’re wearing your gym clothes under your regular clothes, bring extra deodorant or body spray. That way you won’t bring the smell of gym class with you into other classes. A lot of people are uncomfortable changing in front of others, and if you can get a few people to ask with you, it might convince the administration. Ask your principal if it’s possible to get privacy curtains put up in your locker...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Guarda silencio si eres tímido. Busca un lugar privado para cambiarte. Usa ropa deportiva debajo de tu ropa normal. Solicita cortinas de privacidad en la escuela.


Some people like to go with a date, and others prefer to go single. Either way, it's fun to go with a big group of people you have dinner with before prom and party with after. A good group number is six to ten people; more than that, and you'll have trouble making dinner reservations (although if extras join later, it probably won't be an issue to squeeze them in). Once your group is set, you can all start planning together.  Make a Facebook group that includes everyone who is part of your prom group. You can talk about where you're going to meet, where to have dinner, etc. Decide how your group is going to handle prom photos, too. Who will be in the pictures? Do you want to take them at someone's house, or will you have them professionally done at prom? Discuss with the group. Prom tickets usually go on sale a month or two before the date. You might as well get your ticket sooner rather than later so it'll be one less thing to worry about. If you're bringing a date, make sure you get a ticket for your date, too. Will you be taking a limo to prom, driving your own cars, or getting dropped off? Figure out what you want to do several weeks ahead of time so you won't have to worry about it as the day approaches. Talk with your date and your friends to decide the best course of action. If you want to rent a limo, figure out how much each person in the group will owe (including tip). Make reservations with limo company, and make sure everyone knows where and when to meet the limo before the night begins. It's customary to go out to a nice dinner before prom with your group of friends. You can spring for the nicest restaurant in town or go for something a little more low key so you won't have to worry about a big bill. Just make sure you call the restaurant several weeks ahead of time to make your reservation.  If more people decide to join your group later, call back to update your reservation. You don't have to go out to dinner. Some groups like to pre-party at someone's house instead. Prom after parties are...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide con quién irás a la graduación. Consigue tus entradas. Decide cuál será su medio de transporte. Haz reservaciones para cenar. Decide lo que harás después de la graduación. Comunícales a tus padres lo que planeas hacer. Ordena una flor para solapa o un corsage para tu pareja de graduación.


Some people like to plant them during the cool months, while others wait until the early summer. Rose cuttings should be able to grow during any season. However, keep in mind that they'll need to be constantly watered, so if you plant them during the summer or live in a hot climate, they're going to dry out faster. For this reason, the rainy season might be your best option. Use a stick or pencil to make a hole in the soil for each of your rose cuttings that is 3–4 inches (7.6–10.2 cm) deep. You'll want to make sure the holes are wide enough that they won't wipe off the rooting hormone powder when you push the stems into the soil. Gently push the cutting down several inches into the soil, or half the length of the cutting. Once the cutting is in place, pat down the soil around the stem. For planting multiple cuttings, place them in rows 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) apart. The most important thing for successful rose cuttings is that they remain moist. Water them frequently, several times a day if the weather is warm, and this will help the roots flourish. To ensure that the moisture remains in the soil, you can place a plastic bag around the cutting once you’ve watered it. This creates a mini greenhouse for the roses. Keep an eye on the cuttings to make sure they’re never dried out, as well as to make sure the cuttings are taking root. You can test to see if the roots are growing by gently tugging on the cuttings. You should be able to feel a slight resistance after a week or 2, meaning the roots are growing well.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Planta los esquejes en cualquier momento del año. Crea agujeros con un palo o lápiz para los esquejes. Coloca los esquejes en la tierra. Mantén los esquejes húmedos. Monitorea los esquejes para asegurarte de que estén hidratados y echando raíces.


Some people love being able to see their tattoo all the time, and some people don't. If you do, place it somewhere you can see it without a mirror, such as your belly, breasts, arms, or legs. If not, place it somewhere you can only see if you look in a mirror. For an in-between option, pick a place that you can see without a mirror but that can be covered with clothing. You may want to show off your tattoo and place it somewhere people can see it all the time. On the other hand, you may want the option to hide it at times by picking a different piece of clothing. If you want to be able to hide it, choose a place where you have that option.  For instance, if you have a tattoo on the trapezius muscles between your neck and shoulders, you can cover it up with a collared shirt or choose a shirt with a low neckline to show it off. You may also be able to do this with tattoos on your thighs, upper arms, back, and your feet. These tattoos are placed in areas that are commonly not very visible to the casual observer, but may reveal themselves as you move, such as behind your ear, inside your lip, on the webs of your fingers, or on the inside of your upper arm. You can also try your upper chest, lower back, collarbone, or behind your ankle joint. Tattoos will fade over time, and the sun speeds up the process. If you want a tattoo with a lot of color, then it's best to place it where it can be hidden by clothing. That way, the sun can't get to it as much, keeping it from fading as quickly.  The sun also makes your skin age faster, which can decrease the beauty of your tattoo. Protect both your skin and your tattoo colors with a broad spectrum sunscreen. If you are worried about hiding your tattoo at your job or from certain people, then put it somewhere that's easily hidden. The torso area is a good option for a hidden tattoo, as you can easily cover up this area as needed. You could also try your upper thigh, shoulder blade, back, or side, as those areas are usually hidden by professional clothing.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Hazte el tatuaje en la parte frontal del cuerpo si quieres verlo fácilmente. Prueba una zona que puedas ocultar o mostrar según la ropa que uses. Prueba hacerte un tatuaje "escondido" como una ubicación divertida. Oculta los tatuajes coloridos delicados del sol. Ubica el tatuaje en un lugar discreto si necesitas ocultarlo para un trabajo.


Some people may lack hope because they feel like they are not good at anything. If you have been feeling this type of hopelessness, try making a list of all of your strengths and accomplishments. Read through the list and congratulate yourself for these positive traits. Giving yourself a little pat on the back now and then will help you to develop your hope for the future. As much as possible, surround yourself with supportive and capable people. Strive to surround yourself with those people who help you to feel good and encourage you to be your best. Having a supportive network of friends will help you to further your interests and goals. It’s much easier to find hope within a strong community as opposed to completely on your own. Look at the activities and attitudes of people around you. See if any of them can serve as role models for what you would like to accomplish for yourself. Also, consider how the people around you act and make you feel. Doing things that you enjoy can also help you to develop your sense of hope. By engaging in activities that make you happy every day, you will have a greater sense of purpose. If you are not sure about what activities bring you the most joy, try out some new things to figure it out. Take a class at your local community college, try a new sport, learn a new skill, or take up a new hobby. Getting involved in a cause in your community can be a great way to cultivate hope towards the future. This can be in either your local community or even an online community, but either way the essential point of departure here is building relationships with others over common goals or projects. Involving yourself with other people who share your interests can help you to overcome alienation, which can cause a feeling of hopelessness.  Get involved in local politics or join an online forum discussion on some world affair you might be passionate about. The more you do this the easier it will be. Consider volunteer work. Some studies have shown that volunteering has a wide range of...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reconoce tus fortalezas. Cultiva las relaciones de apoyo. Participa en actividades placenteras. Involúcrate con una causa. Ponte en las situaciones más diversas. Haz un seguimiento de tus pensamientos y de tus sentimientos en un diario. Cuida de ti mismo.


Some people may never be able to manage this due to a lack of flexibility, so a focus should begin with becoming more flexible.  Also check with your doctor as to the suitability of trying to raise your legs above your head, especially if you have a heart condition, leg problems, blood pressure issues, etc. A brisk walk around the house or some jumping jacks can be useful. Or, do a short dance, run on the spot or jump rope. This might be a shelf, a chair/couch back, a window ledge, etc. Check that you can put your leg onto that with ease. This is not meant to be a hard height, it must be something that you can reach with ease for now. Place your foot onto the item and stretch the leg while doing so. Keep stretching while holding your leg on this height, keeping the stretch longer each time. Do this for each leg a few times a day for at least a week. This will improve your flexibility and increase your legs' strength. When it doesn't hurt at all to this anymore, aim a little higher next. Find a slightly higher shelf or ledge and practice the same routine until it too becomes comfortable and easy. Then raise the level again until your legs are stretching really high with relative ease.  Take care not to strain your legs. For now, keep resting them on a stable object of some kind. Even the wall is fine if you can't find anything higher to rest on.  This is going to be harder as there is no longer a support, just your legs in the air. Work on lifting up one leg at a time, working on your balance when holding that leg in the air.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten en cuenta que puede llevar mucho tiempo aprender a levantar las piernas por encima de la cabeza o a colocarlas detrás. Calienta antes de hacer estos estiramientos. Elige un objeto de tu casa que sea suficientemente alto y seguro para apoyar la pierna. Sube de nivel. Descansa unos cuantos días si lo necesitas y si no eres aún muy flexible. Pasa a levantar las piernas sin apoyarlas en ninguna superficie.


Some people may never have trouble with ear wax, while others are more prone to buildup. Being aware if you are at risk can help you figure out if you have a wax plug.  People who use hearing aids or ear plugs are more likely to have impacted wax.  Those who use cotton swabs or put other items in their ears are more likely to experience wax plugs.  Older people and those with developmental disabilities are more likely to have wax buildup.  Some people have ear canals that are shaped in such a way that it is difficult for the body to naturally remove wax. The best way to determine if you have a wax plug is to see a doctor, but you may want to try home treatments first. Before you begin any type of home treatment for a wax plug, it’s important to determine that you have a one. This can help ensure that you don’t use a treatment that could cause harm or that you don’t have another condition such as an ear infection. You can purchase a special light (an otoscope) to look into the ear that is made for people who are not doctors for $10-$30 online or at some drug stores. A family member or friend can help you determine if you may have ear wax by using this tool. It can be relatively easy to determine if you have impact wax by recognizing the symptoms. From feelings of fullness to discharge, there are several signs that you may have a wax plug that requires removal.  A feeling of fullness or sensation that the ear is plugged may accompany impacted cerumen. You may also feel like your ears are itchy.  Noises in the ear, called tinnitus, may be present with a wax plug.  You may experience partial hearing loss that gets worse with impacted wax.  You may have an earache or mild pain with cerumen plugs.  You may notice mild discharge that looks like wax from your ears with impacted cerumen.  You might notice a mild odor emanating from your ear.  If you have severe ear pain, a fever, or drainage that looks or smells like pus, you should see a doctor to make sure you don't have an ear infection. You can clean the outside...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Ten en cuenta los factores de riesgo de la acumulación de cerumen en el oído. Determina si tienes un tapón de cerumen. Identifica los síntomas de una compactación de cerumen. Limpia el área exterior del oído. Échate gotas para los oídos de venta sin receta para eliminar el cerumen. Ablándalo con gotas de aceite o glicerina. Irriga los tapones de cerumen. Aspírate los canales auditivos. Sécate el oído. No te limpies con demasiada frecuencia ni uses implementos para este fin. No uses cera de vela. Acude al doctor si los remedios caseros no funcionan.


Some people may not understand that an anxiety disorder is very different than normal anxiety. Your friends may think you just have normal anxiety like they do if you tell them you have an anxiety disorder. You need to try and explain the way you feel as best as you can.  For example, you can tell your friends, "My anxiety feels different than what you feel before a big presentation, before starting a new job, or before you take a test." You may explain your anxiety to your friends by saying, "The anxiety that I feel is so much worse than what you feel. Imagine the worst anxiety you have ever felt, then multiply that feeling by 10. That's how I feel sometimes." If at first your friends equate your anxiety with the anxiety they feel, this doesn’t mean your friends are not understanding, but people who don’t go through the intense anxiety associated with an anxiety disorder may have a difficult time understanding you. Just remember, you should not feel anxiety if you can’t make your friends understand exactly how you feel. They may never truly understand what you go through, but they may be aware of how it affects you differently. One thing you might want to explain to your friends is the symptoms that go along with your anxiety disorder. This way, if you start acting anxious or responding differently, your friends will be aware of what is happening. If they can identify when you have an anxiety attack, they can help you. The symptoms of anxiety disorders include:  Restlessness or feeling on edge Fatigue Difficulty concentrating Feeling irritable Having tense muscles Extreme, uncontrollable sense of worry Insomnia or being unable to stay asleep Feelings of intense fear Feeling like you have no control Feeling anxious about being around others or being very self-conscious around others Difficulty talking to others Constantly feeling like others judge you Feeling intense worry when you know you have to attend social events Isolating yourself and avoiding places where people are Difficulty making friends and...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Explícales la diferencia entre un trastorno de ansiedad y la ansiedad normal. Describe los síntomas del trastorno de ansiedad. Indícales a tus amigos cómo pueden ayudarte durante un ataque de ansiedad.


Some people prefer not to invite children because they worry kids will be loud or disrupt the ceremony. Others feel that a wedding is a family event and that children are part of the family. Another option is to have children only attend the reception. Understand that some guests may choose not to come if their children are not invited. You may also want to set an age limit to decide whether you are inviting teenagers or not. This could be as young as 12 or as old as 18. You will have to decide who is allowed to bring a guest. If you do not have room for all of your friends to bring an extra person, you may want to skip the option to bring a date on the invitation. That said, if you have a friend who is in a long term relationship or married, then you should invite their partner as well. Factor these into the guest list count. Different groups of people in your life may have varying significance to you. When planning, create four different groups of people you are considering. Number these groups by their priority. For example, it may be more important to you to invite close friends than extended family members. Typically, these four groups are:   Immediate family members Extended family members Close friends Work mates or colleagues Your parents and your partner’s parents may have their own ideas about who to invite. Let them know upfront what kind of wedding you want. Tell them how many people they can invite. Be firm about your boundaries. Make sure that each party understands that they need to follow these rules. Some rules you may consider:  Only invite people you’ve talked to in the last year. Friends of the couple have priority over friends of the parents. Certain estranged family members may not be invited.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Decide si quieres que haya o no niños. Recuerda al acompañante del invitado. Divide a los invitados en grupos. Establece reglas con la familia.


Some people prefer not to use alcohol-based hand sanitizer, since alcohol has a strong smell and can have a severe drying effect on skin. Witch-hazel based solutions are not effective against viruses and bacteria. Here's what you'll need:  1 cup pure aloe vera gel (preferably without additives) 1 1/2 teaspoons witch hazel 30 drops tea tree oil 5 drops essential oil, such as lavender or peppermint Mixing bowl Spoon Funnel Plastic container Since the smell of the tea tree oil is already strong, go easy on the added essential oils. Five or so drops should be enough, but if you want to add more, stir it in one drop at a time.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Reúne los ingredientes. Remueve el aceite esencial.


Some people say that trimming the wick the first time you use a candle causes it to burn unevenly. A larger flame can help start the wax melting properly. However, always supervise the burn carefully. To prevent tunneling after you burn it the first time, you should burn it for longer stretches at a time rather than shorter. Shorter stretches won't melt the wax all the way to the edges like you want.

TL;DR in Spanish:

No cortes la mecha la primera vez que la enciendas. No enciendas la vela por periodos cortos.


Some people seem to be more prone to developing strep infections than others.  If you have a history of strep infections, it is more likely that a new infection could also be strep. While 20%-30% of sore throats in children are due to strep throat, only 5%-15% of sore throat visits to the doctor by adults are due to strep throat. Elderly patients, as well as individuals with concurrent illness (such as the flu), are more susceptible to opportunistic infections. There is often a higher likelihood of strep throat when other family members have had strep throat in the past two weeks. Shared indoor living or play spaces such as schools, daycares, dormitories, and military barracks, are examples of environments that pose a potential for colonization of bacteria. While children are at higher risk for strep throat, babies under age 2 are much less likely to be infected with strep throat. However, they may not have the usual symptoms as older children and adults. They may have a fever, runny nose, or cough as well as a decreased appetite. Ask your doctor about your baby's risk of getting strep throat if you or another close contact has strep and they have a fever or other symptoms. Immunocompromised individuals, those with the decreased ability to fight off infection, may be more at risk. Other infections or illnesses can also increase the chances that you have strep.  Your immune system may be compromised simply due to fatigue.  States of extreme exertion or exercise (such as running a marathon) can also tax your body. As your body focuses on recovery, it’s ability to fight infection may be impeded. Simply put, an exhausted body is focused on recovery and may not be able to defend itself as efficiently. Smoking can cause damage to your protective mucosa in the mouth and allow for easier colonization of bacteria. Oral Sex can expose your oral cavity to be more directly exposed to bacteria. Diabetes decreases the ability of your body to fight infection.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Examina tu historial médico. Considera si tu edad te hace más propenso a haber contraído una faringitis estreptocócica. Analiza si tu situación de vida aumenta tu riesgo de contraer una faringitis estreptocócica. Evalúa si tú tienes algún factor de riesgo de salud que pueda hacerte más susceptible a una faringitis estreptocócica.


Some people sleep better on firmer mattresses, while others prefer softer ones. You can choose whatever type feels best to you. Whatever material or level of firmness you choose, your mattress should feel supportive but comfortable so that you wake up feeling rested.  If you feel stiff or have aches upon waking, it can be a sign that a different mattress would help you sleep better. Look for a mattress that provides adequate support for your back and neck in particular.  Cover your mattress with whatever sheets and bedding you find comfortable. Change them in different seasons so that you stay warm or cool as needed. Most mattresses last about eight years, so think about replacing yours if it is old and uncomfortable. If your mattress is uncomfortable and you cannot replace it, you can make things better by using pillows properly. Select a pillow that feels comfortable to you, no matter whether it is soft or firm. You can also use several pillows if you like, but make sure that they do not push your head up at a sharp angle. Whatever position you sleep in, your pillow(s) should keep your head held supported between your shoulders—in the same position it would be in if you were standing up. You will sleep more comfortably knowing your bed is clean. Make sure to wash your bedding as frequently as you are able to, and any time it becomes especially dirty.  Follow the manufacturer's instructions for washing your sheets. If you have a mattress cover, wash it in hot water. You can dust your mattress with baking soda, then vacuum it up a day later. This will draw out moisture. Pillows can be washed or put in your dryer at a high temperature to clean them and kill dust mites. Put clean sheets, blankets, and pillows on your bed, and make sure they are neatly arranged. Also, make sure your bedroom itself is as clean and orderly as possible. Some evidence shows that a clean and orderly bed and bedroom can help you sleep more comfortably, perhaps because of a psychological effect. Your body’s temperature rises and falls...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Elige el colchón adecuado. Elige la almohada apropiada. Mantén limpia la ropa de cama. Tiende la cama. Emplea la temperatura adecuada. Vístete de forma adecuada. Mantén los ruidos y las distracciones al mínimo.


Some people study better at night while other people are more alert in the morning. Schedule your study time for a time of day when you know you’ll be the sharpest – this will help you retain information more easily. If you don't know what time you study best at, experiment. Study in the morning one day, and in the evening the next. Before you create your study schedule, make sure you add the non-studying stuff you have to do—classes, extracurricular activities, doctor’s appointments, etc.—so you know what time you actually have available. This prevents you from scheduling study time and then realizing that day you had an appointment you forgot about and have to miss your study time. Don’t schedule study time for eight hours of the day on top of the other stuff you have to do, too. The more realistic you can be, the more productive your studying will be. Be realistic about what you can get done in each study session. Don't schedule studying 5 chapters, writing a paper, and working on a project all during the same 2-hour block. Research shows that after about 2 hours, we are less able to focus on a specific topic or task, and our concentration and ability to retain information declines. Scheduling your study time in 2-hour blocks not only prevents you from setting unrealistic goals, it also helps you make the most productive schedule.  This doesn't mean that you can only schedule one 2-hour session per day. Depending on how much other time you have available to study, you can schedule one or two 2-hour sessions in the morning and one or two 2-hour sessions later in the day. If you're going to schedule multiple sessions per day, try to schedule them for the time when you work best. If you work better in the morning, try scheduling to sessions before noon—with a good break in between. If you work better in the evening, schedule one session before dinner and one after. In each study session, studying 1 subject at a time can help you focus on the material better and therefore retain more.  Splitting your time...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Determina cuándo estudiarás. Programa todo. Fija metas realistas para tus sesiones de estudio. Limita tu tiempo de estudio por sesión. Concéntrate en 1 tema a la vez. Reserva tiempo para revisar. Incorpora descansos en tu horario. Clasifica tu horario por colores. Sé constante.


Some people think that self-love is selfish, and that feeling good about yourself is arrogant. If the person you’re helping is guilty about self-love, emphasize that there's nothing wrong with having a positive self-image.  Explain that healthy self-love involves recognizing their strengths, accepting their weaknesses, being proud of their achievements. Distinguish healthy self-love from boasting about accomplishments to make others feel bad, which is probably a sign of low self-esteem. Mention that taking care of themselves is part of self-love. For example, taking time off from work to avoid burnout isn’t selfish. It’s a necessary part of maintaining physical and mental health. Remind them that self-love is not the same as selfishness. Instead, describe it as being “self-full.” This means loving and caring for themselves, which ultimately will make it easier for them be there for others. Have them write down their talents, their positive personality traits, and the hobbies they enjoy. Examples might include gardening, having a great sense of humor, or being good at a sport.  If they have trouble coming up with positive traits, let them know what you admire about them. Say, “You have so many great qualities! You’re a hard worker, you’re great at tennis, and you’re always eager to help your family and friends.” Encourage them to focus on their positive qualities, but try not to be bossy or give your loved one unsolicited advice. Tell the person you’re helping that there are external and internal sources of self-esteem. External sources are based on the opinions of other people, and they’re more superficial than internal sources.  Tell them, “Your self-worth should come from within, not from other people. Instead of wanting to get good grades so other people think you’re smart, study hard to reach your personal goals or because you value knowledge.” Say, “It’s fine to feel good when someone compliments you, but don’t let other people’s opinions define you. Suppose someone makes fun of you for taking piano...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Haz hincapié en que la persona no debe sentirse culpable de quererse. Dile a la persona que haga una lista de sus cualidades positivas. Explica que la autoestima no se debe basar en las opiniones de los demás. Recuérdale a la persona que no se debe comparar con los demás. Alienta a la persona a ayudar a otros y a ofrecerse como voluntario para las causas que valora.


Some people will say that the photographer is the most important vendor at your wedding. While the food, music, and venue may be forgotten, those photos of your big day will last forever, so you want to make sure you get it right. That said, wedding photographers typically charge between $100-300 an hour, so you should work on making room for a professional in your budget if it’s important to you. Here are some things keep in mind when it comes to choosing your wedding photographer:  If you don’t have a huge budget, see if you can find a photographer who is still finding his footing to do it for free. These photographers will offer to take your photos for free because they’re looking to improve their portfolios. Just make sure it’s someone you can trust. You can also ask a trusted friend or family member who is a skilled photographer to do it for you. Just make sure this person is okay with missing out on the festivities, though. Check out photographers in your area to see their portfolios to get an idea of what kind of pictures will suit you. Some like to take more funny, coordinated, or posed photos while others stick to a more traditional style. Start looking 6-8 months in advance at the latest. Photographers get booked up fast, so before you ask them any more questions, see if they’re even available on your wedding date. Some photographers will let you meet for a trial session; this can give you a better idea of what the photos will look like. See if the photographer works with partners or a partner. If it’s important for you to get shots of the venue, guests, and ceremony from multiple angles at the same time, then you may need to hire someone who comes with a team. This may be pricier, but you’ll get more of a range of photos. Once you find your photographer, you should take some engagement photos with your spouse-to-be to practice posing, taking pictures, and making memories together. Many photographers offer engagement photos as part of their package, or offer them at a smaller extra charge; even if...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Busca a un fotógrafo en el que confíes. Como práctica, toma fotografías del compromiso. Discute las poses con tu fotógrafo con anticipación. Planifica las fotos a tomar mientras te arreglas para la boda. También asegúrate de que algunos amigos tomen lindas fotos de la velada.


Some people work best first thing in the morning, when the house is quiet and the mind is clear. But if you're not an early riser, you may find yourself falling asleep at your desk instead of working. Be honest with yourself about when and how you write best. Before setting up your writing schedule, you need to be able to anticipate the things that will drag you away from writing. Do your work hours change from week to week? Do you have small children who might take up a lot of your time? Older children whose activities might have you on the run? You'll need to decide whether you will work best with a strict schedule or a flexible one.  If you have a predictable schedule, develop a strict writing routine. If your schedule varies from day to day, know that you'll have to find writing time where you can. A daily writing routine will make you more likely to stick to your goals and finish your book. You should know when you’re going to write every day, and plan the rest of your schedule around it. Depending on how flexible your day to day life is, create either a strict or flexible writing schedule. The most important thing is that you have at least one hour of distraction-free writing time every single day. If you can find more time, that's even better! It doesn't have to come all at once: you might write for an hour before work in the morning, then for another hour in the evening once the rest of the house has gone to bed. Once you sit down to write, you shouldn't allow anything else to drag you away. Don't answer the phone or check emails, ask your spouse to watch the kids — do whatever you need to do to stay focused. You may need to discuss your writing needs with those you live with. Ask them to be understanding of your routine and to give you some space when you're working. Setting deadlines is a delicate balance. You want to push and challenge yourself so you're not getting lazy, but you also want to be reasonable. Don't set yourself up to fail. Assess your schedule and be honest about how much time you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Fíjate cuándo trabajas mejor. Piensa en tus demás obligaciones. Elabora un programa de escritura. Promete que no te dejarás llevar por la rutina. Fija plazos. Consigue un compañero al que le rindas cuentas.


Some people write best on a computer word processor, while others feel most comfortable drafting everything out by hand. Experiment around with different writing tools and decide what works best for you before you set out to write your book. You may find book writing programs, such as Scrivener FastPencil, to be helpful. Many of these programs offer features that allow you to organize multiple forms of information about your project within a single file. Try to imagine that you’re speaking with your reader and seeing their reaction. Focus on making your writing understandable and interesting from their perspective and keep this in mind throughout the writing process. It’s important to express your writing in your own unique voice. Your readers should feel like they know you personally after reading it. It may be tempting to describe characters, scenes, and events with excessively flowery language and ancillary details. With everything you describe in your writing, ask yourself how it furthers the reader’s understanding of the content and what information you’re trying to convey. Be especially careful to avoid using flowery descriptions as filler material to add more pages. If you’re finding yourself short on content, go back to your outline and see if you can develop the plot more instead. Revision is an essential part of the writing process. Once you’ve completed a draft of your book and asked a proofreader to look at it, it’s time to polish your work. Read over your book carefully and incorporate any helpful feedback you’ve received from your readers. This is also a good time to trim out any filler or unnecessary material and fix any errors you and your readers previously overlooked.  You may find it helpful to take a break from the book for a few days or even a couple weeks, so that you can come back to it with a fresh perspective. Try making a reverse outline of your book so that you can get a better understanding of its structure after you’ve done the bulk of the writing. You may discover ways to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Establece una rutina. Establece una conexión con el lector. Evita escribir de más. Busca un revisor.


Some people, including yourself, don't give mixed signals on purpose. Rather, mixed signals are a sign of a deeper problem, usually a conflict between opposing values in relationships.  For instance, some people always want what's on the other side. When not in a relationship, they want the connection of being in a relationship. When in a relationship, they want the independence outside of a relationship. Once they get one, the other value seems much better, so they move towards that instead. Therefore, as they get too close to someone, they instantly start moving away. Some other pairs include control and spontaneity, freedom and responsibility, and novelty and stability. Each time the person gets one, the other becomes automatically more appealing. A person sending mixed signals may have nothing to do with you at all. In fact, it could be the person is insecure or has had problems in past relationships. In that case, they may have a tendency to hold you at arm's length, even when they want to be with you. If you suspect this is the problem, start a dialogue about it. You could say, "I sense that you really like me, but I feel like you want to keep me at arm's length. Is there a reason you have a tendency to do that?" Sometimes, a person will turn cold on you if they feel like you're doing it to them. Make sure you aren't guilty of doing the thing you're accusing the other person of.  Try to think. Do you hold the person at arm's length? Are you warm one day but push the person away the next? Do you cancel dates even when you don't have a good reason to? You may have been focused on the other person and their indecisiveness, but you might not have stopped to consider whether you want to be with that person or not. Check in with yourself to make sure you actually enjoy that person's company to see whether or not the person is worth fighting for.  Do you like spending time with the person? Do you constantly want to spend more time with the person? Are you interested in what the person thinks and feels? Do you...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Aprende cuáles son las emociones que ocasionan las señales confusas. Reconoce que las señales confusas podrían venir de otros problemas. Asegúrate de no enviar señales confusas. Decide si quieres estar con esa persona o no.


Some pieces can move further or in more directions than others. These should be the ones that do most of the legwork on the board. The rook, for instance, can traverse an unlimited number of squares either forward, backward or to either side in a single move; the bishop can do the same in a diagonal direction. Knights can move across two spaces and up one, allowing them to navigate out of tricky situations and capture pieces in surprise attacks. The more movement options you have, the better able you’ll be to pull off the strategy you’ve laid out.  Train yourself to think of playing pieces in tandem with one another. Use your turns to set them up, then make it so your opponent has no way out. Remember that while some pieces have abilities that others don’t, they are each useful under different circumstances. Not every piece is meant to be played the same way. Position pawns around pieces that you can’t afford to lose to keep them from being taken. One of the advantages of pawns is that they have strength in numbers, making them ideal for defensive blocking. When enemy pieces approach, you can either capture them with your pawns or hold your position until your opponent makes a mistake, then follow up by mobilizing powerful pieces.  This is why it’s not a good idea to recklessly sacrifice your pawns. Inexperienced players too frequently sacrifice pawns, leaving their important pieces less protected. Pawns are also capable of being promoted to rook, bishop, knight or even queen pieces when they reach the opposite side of the board. As soon as the game starts, jockey your pawns to take as many of the four center pieces of the board as you can. You can then begin to move your other pieces in the center as the game progresses. The center position of the board is key to controlling the game, as it allows the most mobility, especially for versatile pieces like the knight and queen. Controlling the center gives you more freedom of movement, but it also puts you at more risk of being surrounded by a veteran player....

TL;DR in Spanish:

Depende de tus piezas más versátiles. Protege las piezas valiosas usando peones. Toma el control de las cuatro casillas centrales. Protege tu rey a toda costa.


Some players have more natural talent than others. But everyone needs to practice efficiently and train properly to become better at soccer. Set a detailed schedule for practicing that you can follow.   Plan out what you will work on before you practice. If your practice is unorganized and you just shoot the ball around or pass and dribble you won’t improve. Think about what specifically you need to improve. Set a dedicated time for training. You might allow yourself one hour every day to train. During that hour block out specific time to work on a specific skill. For example, you may decide to spend 20 minutes on ball control with your off foot. Being specific and setting goals will allow you to advance at a faster pace than when you just play around. Advanced dribbling and finesse shots are fun. But you will never be able to perform these advanced moves if you haven’t mastered the basics.  Messi wouldn’t be able to weave in and out of defenders with ease if he never mastered basic dribbling and passing. Ronaldo wouldn’t be able to curve the ball just under the crossbar if he never mastered proper shooting technique. To be a better soccer player you have to first become a great player when it comes to the basics. The building blocks may not be as fun to learn or practice, but without these tools, you’ll never develop the ability to perform the advanced moves. Practice simple passing, receiving, shooting, dribbling, etc. Many players never effectively master these basic skills and, therefore, don’t even know how to defend against the simplest attack. Once you can perform basic skills without even thinking, you’ll be ready to advance your training and skill. You’ll also be amazed at how many other players who skipped over the basics can’t keep up with you. Look at professional soccer players and you’ll notice the incredible shape these players are in. The shape these players is in isn’t solely due to practicing, playing, and running up and down a field. It’s due to strict diet and exercise that benefits the...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Fija un horario de prácticas. Realiza prácticas básicas. Ejercita todo tu cuerpo. Lleva una dieta saludable.


Some problems will only tell you how fast an object was moving in the beginning, how fast it began to accelerate, and how long the object traveled for.  You will need the following formula.  The formula for this problem is as follows: S = ut + 1/2at².  "U" still represents initial velocity; "A" is the object's acceleration, or how fast its velocity begins to change.  "T" can either mean the total time taken, or it can be a certain amount of time an object accelerated for.  Either way, it will be identified by units of time such as seconds, hours, etc. Say a car traveling at 25 m/s (initial velocity) begins accelerating at 3 m/s2 (acceleration) for 4 seconds (time).  What is the displacement of the car after 4 seconds? Unlike the previous formula, only initial velocity is represented here, so be sure you input the correct data. Based on the example data above, your formula should look like this: S = 25(4) + 1/2(3)4².  It will help if you add parentheses around your acceleration and time values to help you keep the numbers separate. A quick way to help you remember the order of operations is the mnemonic "Please excuse my dear Aunt Sally."  This represents the correct order of parentheses, exponents, multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction. Let's revisit the formula: S = 25(4) + 1/2(3)4².  First, square 4, which gives you 16.  Then multiply 16 by 3, which gives you 48; also multiply 25 by 4, giving you 100.  Divide 48 by 2, which is 24.  Your equation should now look like this: S = 100 + 24.  Once you add the two values together, displacement will equal 124 meters.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Usa una fórmula modificada cuando se especifica el valor de aceleración junto con los valores de velocidad y tiempo. Introduce los valores donde corresponden en la fórmula. Calcula el desplazamiento siguiendo el orden de operaciones.


Some products may not be compatible with certain medications or chronic conditions. In addition, dosages differ with each product. Most psyllium husk products can be taken one to three times a day. Your doctor may suggest a higher dosage to relieve severe constipation or diarrhea or if you are using it for other issues. It is better to add fiber to your diet slowly to decrease discomfort, bloating and gas. Measure half teaspoon dose the first time you take psyllium and increase the amount by a half teaspoon every few days until you are taking the recommended dosage. Stir it well for about 10 seconds. Add more liquid if it is too thick. Do not allow the mixture to sit after you have mixed it because it will begin to form a gel that may be difficult to swallow. Psyllium husk becomes gel-like and bulky after a short time. It can create a choking hazard if it is taken in a semi-solid form. Make sure that you have used enough liquid and that you drink the mixture right away to avoid this potential hazard. If your psyllium husk mixture is gel-like, throw it out and mix a new batch. If you are taking multiple doses of psyllium husk, try to space your doses out throughout the day. For example, you could take one dose of psyllium husk in the morning, one at midday, and one in the evening.  Keep in mind that your doctor may suggest a higher dosage to relieve severe constipation or diarrhea. Do not exceed the recommended dosage unless your doctor has told you to do so. For treatment of high cholesterol, 10 to 12 g of psyllium may be prescribed. This is approximately two to three tbsp. of psyllium, broken up into smaller doses with 8 to 16 oz. of water throughout the day.  If you think that you may have overdosed on psyllium, contact your local poison control center by calling 1-800-222-1222. Wafers may also be preferable if you dislike the taste of the drink mix. Take small bites and chew each bite very well. Drink a glass of water or juice with the wafer. This will ensure it starts to bulk up when it reaches your...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Lee las instrucciones del producto antes de tomar la cáscara de psyllium en polvo. Agrega la cáscara de psyllium a tu dieta de forma progresiva. Mezcla la cáscara de psyllium en polvo con 250 ml (8 onzas) de agua o jugo. Bebe la mezcla de inmediato. Aumenta la dosis a 2 cucharaditas en 250 ml (8 onzas) de agua después de una o dos semanas. Consume una porción de galletas de psyllium si no puedes tragar la bebida en polvo de cáscara de psyllium. Toma cápsulas de psyllium si no puedes tomar el polvo o las galletas sin sentir náuseas o incomodidad. Ten paciencia si usas la cáscara de psyllium para el estreñimiento. Realiza otros cambios en tu estilo de vida para aliviar el estreñimiento.


Some public restrooms have privacy guards between urinals. These guards serve the dual purpose of providing you privacy, and shielding you from other people’s splash back. Try to find a restroom that comes equipped with privacy guards, as you’ll be much less likely to fall victim to someone else’s splash back. If you can’t find a restroom with privacy guards, pick a urinal on the end, next to the stalls or the sink, instead of a middle urinal. This way, you’ll be half as likely to fall victim to the splash back generated by the guy next to you. Studies have shown that the closer you are to someone else, the more anxiety and difficulty you and that other person will have when it comes to peeing. The resulting panic and anxiety that you both experience might just lead you or your neighbor to create splash back. It is generally considered okay to stand and pee directly next to another person (men next to men or boys next to boys) when the restroom is crowded and there is no alternative urinal available. Many times the floor in front of the urinal will be wet – that’s other people’s urine. Be aware as you approach the urinal, you don’t want to step in someone else’s puddle and unwittingly splash urine onto yourself that way. Sometimes we’ve really got to go, and we rush up to the urinal and get peeing in a hurry. Try not to do this. You need to think before you pee so that you’ll be able to take steps and precautions that will limit your splash back.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Escoge un urinario con protectores de privacidad si puedes. Escoge un urinario que esté en el extremo en vez de uno que esté en el medio. Escoge un urinario que esté lejos de otros hombres o niños. Mira el piso antes de acercarte al urinario. Piensa antes de orinar.


Some rabbit breeders prefer outdoor living quarters, as it allows rabbits to experience fresh air and sunshine, however, keeping your rabbit outdoor(s) can scare and overwhelm your rabbit. Furthermore, experts say that because rabbits are social creatures, they might benefit more from being indoors and around humans.  If you decide to keep your rabbits outdoors, it's important that they are kept out of the sun, cold and rain. Outdoor rabbits need to be given extra bedding when it's cold out. If temperatures dip below freezing, consider moving the rabbit hutch to a more protected environment, like a garage or shed. Be aware that being outdoors leaves rabbits vulnerable to predators--even the sight of a predator can cause heart attacks in caged rabbits. Rabbits can also catch diseases if they're housed outside. Consider the size of the cage, so your pets have enough room. Rabbits can get sore hocks on any surface if not cared for properly. Making sure your rabbit has a clean surface to walk on is important to prevent sore hocks and other foot issues.  Cages should be large enough for your rabbits to stand upright, lie down, and move around freely. Your pets will need daily exercise, and a run allows your rabbits to move around without getting anywhere in the house that could be dangerous. A rabbit in the wild may cover hundreds of feet on any given day, so having room to roam safely is crucial for your pets. If you don't have room for a run indoors, you can put a run in your yard. The run should be spacious, but it should be secure in case the rabbit or rabbits try to escape. Always keep the run in the shade and supply water. If there is no shade in your yard, you may need to put a detachable "roof" over the run. Try to keep your rabbit in a cool, low-humidity environment, ideally between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit (15.5-21.1 degrees Celsius).  Set up your rabbit's cage in a quiet part of the house or yard, and be sure that your rabbits won't be harassed by other animals. Allow your new rabbit to acclimate to...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Mantén a tus conejos en el interior. Elige una jaula apropiada. Construye un corral para tus conejos. Haz que tu conejo esté cómodo.


Some recipes call for different heats, which you can follow, but this temperature will allow the candies to be melted in a shorter time. You do not need to stir the liquid. The less agitation while heating, the fewer air bubbles you will have. If working towards a thin candy-coating, air bubbles will cause cracking.

TL;DR in Spanish:

Precalienta el horno a 177 °C (350 °F). Calienta los caramelos en el horno durante 10 o 12 minutos.


Some recycling centers will accept gas and recondition it or recycle it safely. Your city’s government officials should be able to direct you to the right recycling place. Then, call the recycling location in advance to see if they have any particular instructions that you’ll need to follow. This is slightly different than recycling because a waste center will usually dispose of, not repurpose, your gasoline. You can still talk with local government management to determine where a waste disposal site is near you. Call ahead to find out restrictions, operating hours, and what they’ll accept.  Some hazardous waste disposal centers are free only to citizens from a particular area, with outsiders forced to pay a fee for disposal. In less populated areas, your local waste disposal may only be open very limited hours. This is another reason to call ahead. Centers may also have a maximum amount of gas, such as 10 gallons (37.9 L), that they will accept in a single visit or from an individual over a particular time period. If you have a large amount of gasoline to get rid of or if there aren’t other options in your area, you may need to pay for a private disposal service. Find one of these businesses by entering “private hazardous waste disposal” and your location into a search engine. Ask about their fees when you call. You should also check that they are licensed by local authorities. These types of services can be costly, however, they are much cheaper than paying a fine for hazardous dumping. To encourage citizens to safely dispose of waste, many cities hold regularly scheduled recycling and disposal events. They usually publish a list of the details as well as the accepted materials, such as gas, well in advance. To find out if this is an option for you, reach out to your local government. Many fire departments are willing to dispose of your gasoline for you or suggest a location that will help you safely get rid of it. Fire departments can also offer suggestions regarding the safe storage and transport of old...

TL;DR in Spanish:

Contacta a la autoridad de reciclaje local. Llévala a un centro de eliminación de residuos peligrosos. Paga un servicio de desecho. Asiste a un evento comunitario de recolección. Pide ayuda al departamento de bomberos. Déjala en un taller de reparación de automóviles o en una tienda de repuestos. No la deseches en la basura o el desagüe.


Some regular shapes have formulas that make it faster for you to find the figure's perimeter. But there are other shapes, like circles, that require a formula to find perimeter. The perimeter of a circle is called the circumference. To find the circumference of a circle, use the equation C (circumference) = 2πr.  To start, find the radius of the circle, which is the length of a line segment running from the center of the circle to the perimeter. For simpler equations, use the truncated version π = 3.14 For a circle with a radius of 4cm: C = 2 x 3.14 x 4 = 25.12cm Use the equation P = a + b + c for a triangle. For instance, if a triangle has the dimensions a = 20cm, b = 11cm, and c = 9cm, then P = 20 + 11 + 9 = 40cm. Because a square has four sides of the same length, you can use the simple equation P = 4x, where x equals the length of one side. On a square where x = 3cm, then P = 4 x 3 = 12cm Since the lengthwise sides are the same and the widthwise sides are the same on a rectangle, you can use the equation P = 2l + 2w, where l is the length of one side and w is the width of one side. For a rectangle where l = 8cm and w = 5cm:  P = (2 x 8) + (2 x 5) P = 16 + 10 P = 26cm The equation P = 2(l + h) will also give you the same result: 2(8 + 5) = 2(13) = 26cm A quadrilateral refers to any two-dimensional shape with four closed, straight sides. This includes rectangles, squares, trapezoids, parallelograms, kites, and rhombuses. There are three equations you can use for a quadrilateral, depending on the sides:  For a quadrilateral with no equal sides, like an irregular trapezoid, use the equation P = a + b  + c + d For a quadrilateral with four equal sides, use the same equation as a square: P = 4x. For quadrilaterals where the lengthwise sides are the same and the widthwise sides are the same (like a rectangle), use the equations P = 2a + 2b or P = 2(a + b)

TL;DR in Spanish:

Encuentra el perímetro de un círculo. Encuentra el perímetro de un triángulo. Encuentra el perímetro de un cuadrado. Encuentra el perímetro de un rectángulo. Encuentra el perímetro de cualquier otro cuadrilátero.