Article in English: It’s normal for people to fall out of touch, but you should still offer an apology to start off on the right foot. You could say, “I’m sorry it’s been so long since we talked. I’ve been really busy.” Since you haven’t talked in a while, you probably have a lot to catch up on. Tell your friend about any exciting developments in your life, and ask what’s new with them. You could say, “Since we last talked, I started dating someone. It’s been going great. Have you started dating anyone?” Spend a little time talking about the things you both love. If you’re avid soccer fans, use a few lines to recap your favorite team’s most recent game. Don’t forget to ask for their opinion, too. Say something like, “That game the other week was insane! What did you think about the final goal?” If you want to invite your friend to hang out soon or attend your party, now’s the time to let them know. You might say, “I’m having a baby shower next Tuesday evening. Do you think you can make it?

Summary in French:

Excusez-vous pour le manque de correspondance. Donnez-lui de vos nouvelles et demandez-lui-en. Discutez de vos centres d'intérêt en commun. Ajoutez une invitation ou une demande vers la fin.


Article in English: It’s normal to have fears. You may experience fear when you ride a bike for the first time or when you start a new job. However, when fears begin to take over your life and affect your functioning, they become a problem. If your fears feel overwhelming, the distress from the fear can interfere with your ability to function and you may experience intense anxiety or nervousness. Reflect on your fears and notice how much they affect your life. Are your fears keeping you from moving forward with what you want in your life? The following are some considerations:  Your fear causes intense anxiety or panic. You recognize that your fear is not rational. You avoid specific places or situations. Avoidance of the fear causes distress and interferes with your functioning. The fear has persisted 6 months or more. Fears often manifest as phobias, which can include situations (fear of public speaking or raising your hand), animals (fear of snakes or spiders),  blood, injections, etc. When you experience fear, physiological, mental, and emotional reactions occur, which can include:  Racing heartbeat Difficulty breathing Feeling dizzy Sweating Overwhelming anxiety, panic Feeling pressured to do it Needing to escape Feeling detached Feeling like you may faint or die Feeling powerless to your fear, even if you know it’s irrational If you’ve experienced a car crash, driving a car may become fearful or you may avoid it altogether. Or perhaps you were robbed walking home, and the thought of walking home again creates panic.There are many ways that fears develop, and it’s natural to avoid previously harmful experiences. While a fear response is natural for this kind of event, some events may be unavoidable. Recognize that your fear is valid, but also needs to be addressed. You may have an intense fear of snakes but not know why. Some evidence suggests that fears can be shared between parents and children with a biological link. Other evidence suggests that children in particular decode environmental information and develop fears...

Summary in French:

Sachez reconnaitre les moments où la peur devient accablante. Comprenez les symptômes de la peur. Réfléchissez aux évènements traumatisants que vous auriez pu traverser. Sachez que votre peur peut tirer ses origines de votre jeunesse. Sachez qu'il est normal d'avoir peur.


Article in English: It’s normal to want to avoid thinking about how you feel, but this just makes you think about it more. The only way to stop feeling this way is to acknowledge your emotions. Put your feelings into words, and tell yourself it’s okay to have them. Say, “I really thought I had a future with her. She has everything I wanted in a girl, and I don’t know if I’ll find that again.” Then, tell yourself, “These feelings are normal and it’s okay for me to still have them.” While ignoring your thoughts won’t make them go away, replacing them might help you stop thinking about her. Think about your best friend, your pet, or a goal you have. This distraction might help you temporarily stop thinking about the girl you like.  For instance, you might listen to your favorite album and try to remember all of the lyrics. Just make sure it isn’t an album that reminds you of the girl. As another option, play a strategy game like Chess, Monopoly, or Total War: Warhammer. Focus your thoughts on trying to win the game. Whether she’s a crush or an ex, there’s a reason things didn’t work out between you. Reflect on the time you’ve spent together and why you’re apart now. Then, make a list of the reasons things didn’t work out to help you accept what happened.  If she’s an ex, reflect on the good and bad of your relationship, as well as why it ended. If she’s a crush, think about why you never got into a relationship. Perhaps she is dating someone else or has expressed that she just wants to be friends. Be honest about how you feel and let them comfort you. Additionally, listen to any advice they can offer. Your family and friends likely see things differently than you because they have an outside view of the situation.  You might say, “I really loved this girl, and now I’m worried I’ll be alone forever.” If you can, reach out to multiple friends and relatives so you have a big support system. You might find that nothing is helping you feel better, and that’s okay. A counselor or therapist can help you recognize your feelings and use...

Summary in French:

Acceptez les sentiments que vous avez pour elle. Concentrez vos pensées sur quelque chose de plus important. Affrontez les raisons qui vous empêchent d'être avec elle. Discutez de vos sentiments avec une personne de confiance. Consultez un conseiller ou thérapeute si vous n'y arrivez pas seul.


Article in English: It’s not a bad idea to switch up your routine in small ways to avoid seeing this person. However, you shouldn’t constantly be in fear of running into the person. Just because you have a bad relationship doesn’t mean that you should totally change your life around. For example, it’s not a huge deal to go to the gym an hour earlier or later if you know they will be there at a certain time. However, you shouldn’t have to quit your job or drop a class at school to avoid seeing them. Surround yourself with the people that you do want to spend time with.  This person is no longer a part of your life, so move on and don’t let their presence affect you. Have a good time with your friends and be who you are. Do the things that you like to do with the people you like being around. For example, don’t let your interactions with this person you want to avoid change your personality. Be the bigger person and don't be intimidated. At some point you might have to move on from whatever anger you hold toward this person. Once a certain period of time has passed they will understand that you want nothing to do with them. You should be able to have a civil conversation with the person, especially if you work with them. Don’t spend any more time around them than you have to. However, once the emotions of the situation have calmed down hopefully they can become a much more minor issue in your life. Determine if this person can reenter your life. If you don't find yourself constantly worrying about the relationship anymore, it might be okay to let this person back into your life slowly. If you were in an intimate relationship with someone and then you got hurt you have to wait until the intimacy has completely faded. Once you don't feel anything for the person anymore maybe you can start interacting with them at public gatherings.

Summary in French:

Ne laissez pas cette personne changer votre vie de façon drastique . Retrouvez une sensation de bienêtre. Passez à autre chose.


Article in English: It’s possible that there might be a planned outing, activity, or even an unexpected emergency that will require some money. Bring a little cash with you just in case. If this you’re worried about this, you can always ask the host parents for specifics about what you’ll need. Remember to bring your cell phone and your phone charger to the slumber party. This is useful in case your parents need to get a hold of you, or in case you need to contact your parents. But a cell phone is worthless without the charger – so bring that too!  Check with your parents ahead of time to make sure they don’t mind you bringing your cell phone to the sleepover. Make sure you have phone numbers for your parents, doctors, and anyone else the host parents may need to contact stored in your phone. Ask the sleepover host where everyone will be sleeping. Take a sleeping bag and pillow with you if you aren't going to have an available bed to sleep in. If you don't have a sleeping bag, you can just bring pillows and blankets instead.

Summary in French:

Mettez de l’argent dans votre sac. Prenez votre téléphone et son chargeur. Sachez où vous allez passer la nuit.


Article in English: It’s the app with a music note inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer (if you have an Android). It’s the square speech bubble at the bottom of the screen. You can also tap any tags of you they added to their posts. If you cannot view the video, there’s a chance you may have been blocked. Try to follow the person to find out for sure.

Summary in French:

Ouvrez TikTok. Appuyez sur l’icône des notifications. Appuyez sur un commentaire ou une mention d'une vidéo.


Article in English: It’s the app with a music note inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer (if you have an Android). This has a globe or magnifying glass icon. A list of results will appear. If you’re blocked, their account will hide its bio and videos, and you will see "You can't view this person's videos due to their user privacy settings".  This may not mean you are blocked, however—some accounts are hidden to everyone except a few people. If you are able to follow this person (or able to request to follow), you haven’t been blocked. If you see a message that says ″You can't follow this account due to their user privacy settings,″ you’ve likely been blocked by this user.

Summary in French:

Ouvrez TikTok. Ouvrez la page de découverte. Tapez le nom d’utilisateur de la personne et appuyez sur Rechercher. Appuyez sur le nom de la personne. Appuyez sur S’abonner.


Article in English: It’s the icon typically found in the app drawer.  You should find this switch under the “Device administration” header. As long as this switch is on, you’ll be able to install apps from APK files.

Summary in French:

Accédez aux paramètres de votre téléphone Android. Défilez jusqu'en bas puis appuyez sur Sécurité. Glissez le commutateur Sources inconnues sur la position.


Article in English: It’s the round icon with a multicolored paint palette inside. If you don’t have You Doodle on your Android, download it now from the Play Store. It’s at the top of the screen. It’s the last option in the menu. A list of sources will appear at the bottom of the screen. If you use Google Photos, tap Photos. Otherwise, look for Gallery or Photo Gallery. This opens the photo in the crop tool. Drag the corners or edges of the rectangle to surround the part of the photo you want to use, then tap Crop at the top of the screen.  To select the whole photo, tap the first icon (the square with two arrows) at the bottom-left corner of the screen. If you want to rotate the photo, tap the curved arrow the bottom of the screen. It’s at the top-right corner of the screen. The photo will now open in the drawing editor. It’s at the bottom of the screen. A list of options for your brush will appear. Select either a color or pattern to draw with, and then use the sliders to adjust size and opacity.  Tap Fill to select a single color from the palette, or select one of the pattern options at the top of the screen. Drag the “Size” slider to the right to increase the brush size, or left to decrease it. Drag the “Opacity” slider to the left to make the brush color or pattern more see-through, and right to make it more solid/opaque. If you make a mistake, tap the curved arrow at the bottom-left corner to undo your last action. You will now have the option to save or share your edited photo. A list of file types will appear. Select either PNG or JPG. The quality is similar, but it takes a little longer to save a PNG file. This saves your edited photo to your Android’s photo gallery.

Summary in French:

Lancez l'application You Doodle. Appuyez sur Import (Importer). Appuyez sur Draw on Top of Photo (Dessiner sur la photo). Appuyez sur l'icône de la galerie. Touchez la photo sur laquelle vous souhaitez dessiner. Recadrez la photo à la taille souhaitée. Appuyez sur OK. Touchez l'icône qui ressemble à un pinceau. Ajustez le pinceau et touchez OK. Dessinez sur l'image avec un doigt. Appuyez sur Export (Sortie). Touchez Save (Enregistrer). Sélectionnez le format que vous voulez. Appuyez sur le titre de la photo et touchez OK.


Article in English: It’s usually a blue icon with a white outline of a person’s head. You’ll find it in the app drawer. It’s at the bottom-right corner of the screen. Look for a gray silhouette of a person’s head with a plus (+) symbol. This is where WhatsApp will save your new contact. You can choose to save it to your device’s internal storage or your SIM card.  Start by typing the “+” symbol, followed by the country code (e.g. 44 for UK). For example, a UK phone number would look something like this: +447981555555. It’s at the top-left corner of the screen. Your contact is now added to your Android’s phone book, which means you can now chat with them in WhatsApp.

Summary in French:

Allez dans l’application Contacts sur votre appareil. Appuyez sur l’icône de nouveau contact. Choisissez un emplacement de sauvegarde. Tapez le nom du contact. Entrez son numéro. Appuyez sur OK.


Article in English: It’s usually at the bottom-left corner of the screen. Make sure to save all of your work before shutting down or restarting your computer. It’s near the bottom-left side of the start menu. Several shutdown options will appear.  You may have to click ≡ at the menu’s top-left corner to see it. If you want to log out of Windows so another user can log in, click your name and/or photo near the top-left corner of the menu, and then click Sign out. Click Sleep if you want to put the computer into a very low-power state. Since this option doesn’t turn the computer off, you’ll be able to ″wake″ the computer up again when you’re ready to use it and see the same open files and apps you saw before. Click Restart to shut down and restart the computer. Click Shut down to turn the computer off.

Summary in French:

Cliquez sur l’icône de démarrage de Windows. Cliquez l’icône de mise sous tension de votre ordinateur. Sélectionnez une option d’arrêt de votre ordinateur.


Article in English: Japanese language uses four different writing systems that have different characters. To speak the language, you don't necessarily need to learn how to write in Japanese, but it's important to understand the way the four systems work together.  Hiragana is a Japanese syllabary, a system of characters used to represent distinct Japanese sounds.  Katakana is similar to Hiragana, in that it is made up of Japanese sounds, but it is mostly composed of words that originated in different languages. It could be considered the syllabary for foreign words. Together, Hiragana and Katakana cover every sound in the Japanese language, 46 in total. Kanji are Chinese characters adapted for Japanese that are the foundation of Japanese writing. The sounds used to pronounce Kanji are the same as those used in Hiragana and Katakana. In Japanese language, the Latin alphabet is sometimes used for acronyms, company names, and names meant to be read by non-Japanese speakers. Romaji, the written Roman version of Japanese words, is also worth mentioning, even though it is not used in Japan. It is recommended that new students of Japanese skip Romaji and learn Japanese characters instead. Once you start learning Romaji it's difficult to associate Japanese sounds with Japanese characters. The sounds corresponding to the Hiragana and Katakana alphabets are composed of either one of five vowel sounds or a combination of a consonant and a vowel sound, with the exception of a few consonant-only sounds.  Since each character in Hiragana and Katakana has only one distinct sound, it is relatively easy to learn how to pronounce all 46. Pay special attention to intonation, though, since variations on these basic sounds can drastically change the meaning. Whereas English pronunciation is based on accents, Japanese pronunciation is based on pitch. A word may be pronounced the same way and mean something different depending on whether it is spoken in a high or low pitch. To sound like a native speaker, getting intonation right is key. Japanese...

Summary in French:

Apprenez à connaitre les systèmes d'écriture japonais. Apprenez la prononciation japonaise. Apprenez les variations des sons japonais. Comprenez la grammaire japonaise.


Article in English: Joining the Peace Corps is no small decision. Many people go for the wrong reasons and end up returning home a few months later. Here’s a few things to consider.  Don’t join the Peace Corps because you want to travel. You’re there to work. You may even be in a location where traveling is incredibly difficult. What’s more, money for travel is not included in your living stipend. Don’t join the Peace Corps because you want to change the world. You won't. You'll change the worlds of a few, sure, but not the whole world. Don’t join the Peace Corps because you don’t know what you want to do. The Peace Corps requires a very specific type of individual. Not knowing what you want to do does not mean you're ready to live in third-world conditions and succeed. There are a few basics to a Peace Corps assignment that apply to every program. Everyone's experience is different, but a few things remain the same. Here’s how it works:  Each assignment is 27 months. There are shorter ones (part of the Peace Corps Response program), but those are generally reserved for seasoned professionals and/or veteran Corps volunteers.  You will get money after you complete the 27 months for adjustment (around $8,000 pre-taxes). This sounds like a lot, but it quickly disappears, especially if you travel after your assignment is up. If you have student loans, they can be deferred while you’re away. Up to 15% of federal Perkins loans can be absolved per year of service. The absolute best way to wrap your head around what you may be about to do is to talk to someone who’s already done it. You can read bios or blogs on the Internet, call up your sister's friend's old babysitter, or contact volunteers through the website or through your recruiter. Some people will tell you it was the greatest thing they've ever done. Others will tell you it was painful and they counted down the days until they could come home. The experience of a Peace Corp volunteer all depends on the individual – keep that in mind when you're talking with one. Peace Corps...

Summary in French:

Identifiez vos motivations. Familiarisez-vous avec les connaissances de base. Parlez à quelqu'un qui a déjà fait partie du Corps de la Paix. Sachez que vous ne changerez pas le monde. Sachez aussi que l'isolement vous guette. Préparez-vous à affronter des difficultés psychologiques. Attendez-vous à avoir beaucoup de temps libre. Sachez aussi que votre existence changera du tout au tout.


Article in English: Journalism consists mostly of writing, whether it's an article or live-tweeting a story. You need to be a strong writer who has a voice, and the way to get there is practice. Daily writing allows you to get your practice and helps build your confidence, which is key to succeeding as a writer.  Keep a journal or log of your activities.  Start a blog. Offer to help your friends and relatives by completing writing tasks to help them with work or self-promotion. For example, create a short newsletter for your club or church. You need to be able to proofread and edit your writing so that you can produce clean copy. Use a spellchecker to avoid misspellings, and proofread to make sure that you don’t have any typos. Make sure any revisions and edits are made to the article, but check to ensure that your word processor isn’t setup to show comments or changes.  Double-check for homophones and often-confused words that might not show up on a spellcheck. Familiarize yourself with the Associated Press style guide. Use online resources like Purdue’s OWL and Grammar Bytes to improve your grammar. Find articles that you like and try to write your own article in a similar way. This is called using a mentor text. Your mentor text serves as a model for how an article should be written.  Choose a style to emulate, or experiment by writing the same story in different writing styles. Outline an article that you think is formatted well, and write your own article in the same format. Use sample texts to practice new ways of writing, but make sure that you don’t try to pass off someone’s writing or unique style as your own. Journalists have a quick turn-around time between assignment and deadline. Think about how fast news is reported after it happens. To be a good journalist, you need to be able to meet your readers’ expectations by producing speedy and accurate work. Practice by setting a time limit for yourself to complete writing tasks. When your time is up, stop writing, even if you’re not finished. Assess your performance to...

Summary in French:

Écrivez tous les jours. Approfondissez vos connaissances en grammaire. Développez de nouvelles compétences basées sur des exemples. Soyez rapide et précis. Recueillez des critiques sur vos textes. Suivez des cours en écriture.


Article in English: Just as with other methods, you will need to unfold the hanger and straighten it, except for the end.  Use a pair of pliers to form a short hook at the end of the hanger.  Leave only a half inch or so as the lip of the hook, while leaving the rest of the hanger straight.  You may need to bend the hook a few times in order to get it right. Make sure the rest of the hanger is a fairly straight line. There should be a length of black rubber weather stripping running along the lower edge of your car window.  Peel this strip back from the window a bit using your finger, then gently insert the curved end of the coat hanger into the gap between the window and the rubber. You should be able to lower the coat hanger into this gap a few inches without encountering much resistance.  You may have to replace the weather stripping if you damage it during this process. It may be easier to insert the hanger with the hook facing the front or rear of the vehicle. With the hanger and hook inserted in the door, rotate it until you believe the hook is facing the inside of the car so it can catch the lock bar inside the door.  It may be difficult to determine which way the hook is facing inside the door; you can mark one side of the hanger with a marker to make it easier to keep your bearings.  The hook will need to face inward in order to grip the lock bar. You may need to try a number of times in order to get this method right. As you move the hanger back and forth, it will come into contact with a bar or pin that controls the lock post and door lock. Try to pull up on the pin or bar to disengage the door lock. It will usually be located about 2 inches (5 cm) below the bottom of the window, near the interior door handle.   Different vehicles may have different interior door designs, so this method may not work on all vehicles. Do not use excessive force when pulling up on the pin or bar.  Because you can’t see inside the door, you may be snagged on the wrong thing. In some vehicles you will need to pull the pin or bar back...

Summary in French:

Tendez un cintre, mais gardez le crochet. Glissez-le entre la vitre et le calfeutrage. Tournez-le avec le crochet vers l'intérieur. Déplacez le crochet. Tirez sur l'élément qui actionne le verrou. Changez la forme du crochet si nécessaire.


Article in English: Just as with white rice, it helps to give brown rice a rinse before boiling it. That helps remove any dust and grit that may be clinging to it. Place 1 cup (190 g) medium- or long-grain brown rice in a strainer or colander and rinse it under cool water. Rinsing the rice before cooking can also improve its texture, so each grain is distinct and doesn’t stick to the others. To bring out the nutty flavor of brown rice, you should toast it before boiling it. Place a 2-quart (2.5 L) pan on the stove, and heat 1 teaspoon (5 ml) olive oil or sesame oil in it over medium-high heat. Add the rice to the pan, and toast it until the rice is completely dry and the ends begin to look lightly toasted. You can also tell when the rice is finished toasting when it begins to give off a nutty aroma. After the rice has finished toasting, pour 2 cups (470 ml) of water into the pan, and mix in 1 teaspoon (5.68 g) of salt. The water will steam and bubble when you first add it because the pan is hot due to the toasting. Leave the pot on the burner at medium-high to high heat, and bring the rice, water, and salt mixture to a complete boil. After the pot comes to a boil, turn the heat to low and allow it to reduce to a bare simmer before covering it with a lid. Make sure not to cover the pot until the contents stop boiling completely. After you’ve covered the pot, allow it to cook on low heat for 45 minutes. At the end of the cooking time, uncover the pot and look to see if the rice has absorbed all of the water. Test the rice to see if it’s no longer crunchy too. It should be tender but slightly chewy when it’s done.  During the 45 minute cooking period, don’t uncover the pot. That will cause steam to escape, and the rice will need longer to cook. It’s okay if there’s a little water at the bottom of the pot when you check it after 45 minutes. If there’s more than 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of water, though, drain the excess into the sink. If the rice is still crunchy after 45 minutes, pour a bit more water if necessary into the pot and...

Summary in French:

Rincez les grains. Torréfiez le riz complet. Ajoutez de l’eau. Faites chauffer l’eau. Faites cuire le riz. Laissez reposer le riz. Aérez les grains.


Article in English: Just as with your facial cleanser, it’s important to choose a face mask that suits your skin type. You can choose from among clay, gel, cream, and sheet masks that remove excess oil, treat acne, hydrate, brighten, and soothe the skin.  Clay-based masks are best for oily and acne-prone skin because they absorb excess oil and deep clean the pores. They can also tighten enlarged pores. Hydrating cream masks are best for dry, dehydrated, or mature skin. They typically contain oils that add moisture to the skin. Gel masks are good for most skin types, including sensitive skin. They are usually oil-free but can still hydrate and soothe the skin. Sheet masks are thin cloth or paper masks that are saturated with liquid ingredients that treat a variety of skin issues. You can find hydrating, exfoliating, and brightening formulas. Once you’ve chosen a mask, carefully apply it to your face with clean fingers. You can also spread it over your neck and decollete if you like. Allow it to dry according to the instructions on the packaging. In most cases, you’ll need to leave the mask on for 10 to 20 minutes.  If you prefer, you can apply the mask to your face with a brush. A flat synthetic foundation brush works well. Follow the instructions on the mask’s packaging to determine how thick or thin a layer you should apply. If you’re using a sheet mask, remove it from the packaging and place it over your face. Press it down gently to ensure that it’s adhering to your skin. To keep it from falling off, it’s best to lie down when you’re wearing a sheet mask. When the mask has dried, splash your face with warm water to remove it. It may help to dampen a washcloth to remove it, especially if you’re using a clay mask. Use a clean towel to pat your face dry.  Consult the mask’s packaging to be sure that you’re using the proper procedure for removing your mask. If you’re using a sheet mask, there’s no need to rinse it off. Remove the sheet to dispose of it, and rub the liquid residue into your skin until it’s absorbed. After you’ve...

Summary in French:

Sélectionnez un masque adapté à votre type de peau. Étalez le masque sur votre visage et laissez sécher. Rincez le masque à l’eau et séchez votre peau. Appliquez votre crème hydratante habituelle.


Article in English: Just as you protected your skin from tanning in the six weeks prior to your laser hair treatment, so too should you avoid the sun for the six weeks following it. Not only will your skin be sensitive, but it can also complicate the removal process and follow-up treatments. Shortly after your treatment, the targeted hair will begin making its way out of the hair follicle, making it look like it’s growing again. But within 10 to 14 days, your hair will reach the shedding stage and begin to fall out, at which time you can gently remove it with a washcloth in the shower or bath. During the shedding stage, your hair needs to fall out naturally, so don’t pluck, tweeze, or wax the targeted area. If there is any resistance from a hair, it means the root is still alive, and that hair will have to be targeted again in a follow-up treatment. You can shave after your laser hair removal, but avoid anything that pulls hair out by the roots. Laser hair removal only targets hair in the active growth phase, so many patients need anywhere between four and 10 sessions to achieve the desired results, Treatments generally occur every one to two months. After each treatment, you should notice less and less hair in the targeted area. The hair that does continue to grow should be finer and lighter in color.

Summary in French:

Évitez le soleil. Attendez-vous à ce que vos poils tombent. N'arrachez pas vos poils et ne les épilez pas non plus à la cire. Procédez à plusieurs traitements.


Article in English: Just as your course as a whole has several broad learning objectives, defined on your syllabus, each lesson plan should outline specific goals. If you have designed your syllabus and course schedule well, this should not be too difficult. Think about:  What is the day’s topic? (reading, concept, method, etc.) What do you want students to learn? What do you want students to be able to do or understand at the end of class? Your lesson plan should incorporate an amount of activity that is appropriate for the time allotted for the class. Don’t try to do too much, but also make sure that class time is used effectively.  Some find it helpful to write out a rough timeline for each lesson. For instance: “We will spend 10 minutes on activity A, then 20 minutes on activity B….” Prioritize activities and/or learning objectives. Place those that you definitely want to cover with students early on in the lesson. If there are others that are optional or could be omitted if you are pressed for time, place them near the end of the lesson plan. You can help students understand the information given in a lesson if you preview it for them beforehand, then summarize it afterwards.  Try giving students a brief introduction at the start of class that explains what you will cover that day (activities, key points, concepts, etc.). After covering the material of a lesson in the middle of a class, close by summarizing what you have done in the session. This helps students retain information. You can also ask students to self-reflect on what they have learned in a discussion or written form. You don’t have to write down your lesson plan if you don’t want. Even if you do, it doesn’t need to be a lengthy document. Whether it is written or just “in your head,” just make sure that your lesson plan outlines learning objectives in a way that is effective for you and your students. Your lesson plan doesn’t have to be fixed. If you notice that a particular activity isn’t working well, for instance, you can move on to something else....

Summary in French:

Déterminez vos objectifs d'apprentissage pour chaque séance de cours. Réfléchissez à la façon dont vous pouvez gérer votre temps en classe. Définissez un début, un milieu et une fin pour le cours . Rédigez le plan de cours, si vous le souhaitez. Soyez prêt à modifier votre plan de cours.


Article in English: Just like pets, your Homunculus requires feeding. Every feeding gives your pet increased Intimacy.  Intimacy increases until it reaches the maximum level,  a requirement so your Homunculus can evolve to the next stage. Note that starving your Homunculus will decrease the Intimacy level of your pet. Once the Intimacy level hits below zero, your Homunculus will leave its master. During leveling or a long hunting during the game, it's common that the owner will forget to feed his pet, leaving it to starve until it leaves. To avoid this, observe your Homunculus and take note of the emote it shows you.  Hunger below 11% will make your Homunculus show a /sob emote every 20 seconds. The player who feeds without the proper item makes the Homunculus use /swt. The player who feeds at 1%–75% receives a /ho. The player who feeds at 75%–90% receives a /swt2. For 91%–100%, you get a /wah. “Failed to use skill” gets /...., while “Failed to evolve” receives /hmm. Intimacy is crucial for evolution since it gives your Homunculus a better stat and a chance to obtain the final skill. Sadly, the Homunculus window doesn't show the percent of Intimacy but nevertheless shows the status.  1–3 Intimacy shows “Hate with Passion” 4–10 Intimacy shows “Hate” 11–100 Intimacy shows “Awkward” 101–250 Intimacy shows “Shy” 251–750 Intimacy shows “Neutral” 751–910 Intimacy shows “Cordial” 911–1,000 Intimacy shows “Loyal” Once your Homunculus reaches Loyal, you can evolve it to its next level. To increase the Intimacy, make sure to feed your Homunculus on time. If your Homunculus is very active during battle, the hunger decreases quickly. The faster the hunger decreases, the more you feed. The more you feed, the quicker the Intimacy grows.

Summary in French:

Gardez votre Homunculus bien nourri. Observez votre Homunculus. Augmentez le niveau d'Intimité de l'Homunculus.


Article in English: Just like their immature little brothers and sisters on the schoolyard, workplace bullies use same tools of intimidation and manipulation to bring you down. Learning to recognize their behavior is the first step in putting a stop to it and getting back to work in a comfortable environment.  A bully gains enjoyment from tormenting others. You might not always get along with everyone at work, but that doesn't mean you've got a bully on your hands any more than you're a bully yourself. Distinguish between the two by recognizing this trait--does this person seem to make special effort in messing with you, tripping you up, or bringing you down? Do they seem to enjoy it? If the answer is yes, this might suggest a bully. Bullies often have deep-seated psychological issues related to control. Know that your bullying has less to do with your performance and your personality and more to do with the bully's insecurities. Watch for the sure signs of a bully that signify more than a simple misunderstanding or personal disagreement. Workplace bullying might include:  Shouting, whether in private, in front of colleagues, or in front of customers Name-calling Belittling or disrespectful comments Excessive monitoring, criticizing, or nitpicking someone's work Deliberately overloading someone with work Undermining someone's work by setting them up to fail Purposefully withholding information needed to perform a job efficiently Actively excluding someone from normal workplace/staff room conversations and making someone feel unwelcome You might be suffering from bullying if you suffer at home in the following ways:  You have trouble sleeping or struggle with nausea and vomiting because you're scared to go to work Your family gets frustrated because of how much you talk and obsess about work problems You spend days off worrying about going back to work Your doctor notices health problems like blood pressure and other stress concerns You feel guilty about having provoked your workplace troubles If you feel singled out unfairly, or...

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Sachez ce qu'est le harcèlement. Reconnaissez les comportements d'un harceleur. Reconnaissez les signes extérieurs au travail que vous êtes victime de harcèlement. N'ignorez pas le sentiment d'être victime de harcèlement.


Article in English: Just like with any art form, it is difficult to sketch when using poor quality (or the wrong) materials. You can easily find all the proper sketching materials at a local arts and crafts store. Spend a few dollars and gather up all the right materials, including:  H pencils. H pencils are the hardest pencils, and are used for sketching thin, straight, non-blend-able lines. These are mostly used for architecture and business sketches. Get an assortment including 8H, 6H, 4H, and 2H pencils (8H is the hardest, 2H is the softest). B pencils. B pencils are the softest pencils, and are used for making smudged and blurry lines and for shading your sketch. These are the favorites of many artists. Get an assortment including 8B, 6B, 4B, and 2B (8B is the softest, 2B is the hardest). Fine art paper. Sketching on regular printer paper may be easy, but the paper is thin and doesn't hold the pencil as well. Use fine art paper with a bit of texture for the easiest time sketching, and for the best overall appearance. For beginners, it is easiest to sketch from a live model or an image, rather than by using your imagination to create an image to draw. Find an image of something you like, or look for an object or person around you to draw. Take several minutes to study the subject prior to beginning to sketch. Pay attention to these things:  Find the source of light. Locating the primary light source will determine where you sketch the lightest and where you sketch the darkest. Look for any movement. Whether actual movement from a real-life subject or perceived movement in an image, determining movement in your subject will determine the shape/direction you make your sketch strokes. Pay attention to primary shapes. All objects are made up of a combination of the basic shapes (square, circle, triangle, etc.). Look for the shapes that underlay your subject, and sketch these first.

Summary in French:

Procurez-vous les bons matériels. Choisissez votre sujet.


Article in English: Just pop off their stems and gently scoop out their insides with a spoon.   Combine 1 large egg, 1 large tbsp. of mayonnaise, 1 tbsp. of lemon juice, 1 tsp. of dry mustard, 1 tsp. of Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 tsp. of salt in a medium bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until they're blended. Just combine 1 lb. of crabmeat and 1/4 cup of dry breadcrumbs in a separate bowl. Mix the ingredients together gently, being careful not to break up the crab. Mound the mixture in the center and press it gently to have it stick to the mushrooms. Separate them from one another. Bake the mushrooms for about 18 minutes, until they begin to release their juices. While the mushrooms are baking, you should whisk together the other large egg, 1 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tbsp. of lemon juice, and 2 tbsp. of half and half in a small bowl.  This will give them an even richer flavor. Wait for the sauce to thicken slightly but be careful not to burn the mushrooms. Enjoy these mushrooms as they are, or sprinkle them with a bit more lemon juice.

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Retirez les pieds de 24 gros champignons. Beurrez un plat allant au four d'une dimension de 25 cm x 40 cm. Préchauffez votre four à 190 °C. Préparez un appareil à base d'œuf. Mélangez la chair de crabe et la chapelure. Versez l'appareil à base d'œuf sur celui à base de crabe. Farcissez les chapeaux des champignons avec l'appareil à base de crabe. Disposez les champignons sur le plat allant au four. Déposez le plat au centre du four. Préparez la sauce à napper. Sortez les champignons du four. Nappez chaque champignon de sauce. Faites cuire les champignons au four pendant 8 minutes supplémentaires. Servez.


Article in English: Just wash these clothes the way you normally would wash them. Make sure the article of clothing can be machine washed. Now dry your clothes as you normally would and check for the stain again. Hopefully it has now gone.

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Article in English: Keep a cool head and a level tone. Avoid turning the conversation into a fight where she might get defensive and retaliate.  Avoid victimizing or feeling sorry for yourself. The goal is to gain her understanding, not her pity. Keep an open posture. Stand straight with your arms at your sides. Don't cross your arms over your chest as this is commonly interpreted as a defensive stance. Focus on "I" statements to describe the situation. Look at her directly and say things like:  "I think you need to know how hurtful it is when you do "X." I feel hurt because "Y," and I'd like you to stop doing it." The situation isn't just about what she has done. It is about how you have become involved. Be prepared to forgive her and reconcile. Our minds have a tendency to blow things out of proportion when we feel upset. Before starting sentences with "You always" or "You never," ask yourself whether or not this is actually true. Address the specific instances that made you upset. Offer accurate examples. Avoid statements like "I hate how you lie all the time." Frame your statement like "I felt upset when you lied to me about being too busy to talk yesterday. You lied about that last week too." Open up about how much her actions hurt you and try to let her feel your emotions. Take care not to let yourself get angry or aggressive.  Speak slowly and deliberately. If you find yourself starting to cry, take a moment to gather yourself. If you break down completely and find it impossible to talk, you may need to take more time to compose yourself before continuing. You may be able to reach to her conscience by asking her to see the situation from your position. Ask her how she might have felt if your positions were reversed. Be compassionate when attempting to guide her into seeing the situation from your perspective.

Summary in French:

Affirmez-vous en la confrontant directement. Choisissez avec soin vos mots. Évitez les généralisations. Accentuez vos sentiments blessés. Essayez de la mettre à votre place.


Article in English: Keep a distance of 3-4 seconds (or a couple car lengths) between you and the vehicle in front, whenever possible. This buffer gives you more time to react if the driver ahead brakes suddenly or makes some other dangerous move. For instance, count "1 independence, 2 independence, 3 independence" when the car in front of you goes by an object. If you pass the same object before you're done counting, slow down a bit. Yield to other drivers when required. If you aren’t sure when to do this, check with your local transportation authority for a refresher on the rules. Being patient and giving other drivers their turn -- even when you’re in a hurry -- helps prevent accidents. If you encounter a driver who is not observing the rules of right of way, just let them go. It’s better to wait than to wind up in an accident because another driver was impatient. You can’t read the minds of other drivers, but you can make an educated guess about how they’re going to act when on the road. Adjust your driving in response to this. For instance, if you’re caught behind a brake-happy driver, leave extra distance between your vehicle and theirs so that you don’t end up rear-ending them. It’s extremely frustrating when other drivers are erratic, don’t follow the rules, or are just plain dangerous. Resist the urge to try to get back at them, however. Getting angry just makes accidents more likely. Take a breath, be patient, and focus on getting to your destination safely.  For instance, imagine you’re caught behind someone who keeps passing you then slowing down right in front of you. They may just feel like they need to be in front, which can be very frustrating. Instead of trying to constantly pass them, too, try moving into another lane, taking an alternate route, or just hanging tight until they’re out of the way.

Summary in French:

Ne suivez pas les autres voitures de trop près. Respectez les priorités. Anticipez les réactions des autres conducteurs. Gardez votre calme en toute circonstance.


Article in English: Keep a good posture and don't slouch. Look approachable by keeping your arms by your side. Avoid crossing your arms over your chest, this is a sign that you don't want people around you. When you walk you should also remain upright, with your back straight. This shows people that you care about your demeanor, and are confident. Looking serious and cold is a major turn off. However, wide grins are usually left for only your friends, as it can look goofy if you aim it at a girl. However, if you know a person likes you, a goofy grin can be the perfect type of smile. Closed mouth smiles are adorable, and/or you can grin softly too. A consistent smile shows people that you are a positive person, and upbeat about life. People who laugh are seen as more positive cheerful. Grab a joke book, and learn some funny pick-up lines. Saying sarcastic comments (that aren't derogatory) can make you seem witty and cunning. If someone else tells a funny joke, feel free to laugh at it and let loose. Some of the cutest things guys can do is to casually flip their hair with their hand, or shake it in the breeze. Seeing those locks flow back, and revealing your bright, smiling face. Sometimes even the smallest things work, like twirling a few curls of your hair with your fingers as you are studying. Comb through your hair occasionally, or run your hand through it, trying to straighten it out. It shows that you are both cute, and care about the way you look to other people. Some of the cutest guys are those who care about grades and class. You don't have to be top of the class, but keep your grades up to grade level. Even if you are not interested in "book smarts," show an interest in learning, and participating in new experiences. A passion, like loving Star Trek, or world affairs, shows other people that you take interests and follow through with them. Show your sensitive side and caress a person who is having a bad day. Don't be the bully in class, who is overly obnoxious. It is much more cute to show that you care about other...

Summary in French:

Tenez-vous droit. N’oubliez pas de sourire. Riez. Jouez avec vos cheveux. Soyez une personne intelligente. Ne négligez pas les sentiments d’autrui. Tendez vos bras. Léchez-vous les lèvres.


Article in English: Keep a log of the number of calories you eat, and use the average of those numbers to estimate your daily caloric needs. Then, multiply that number by 1.1. Make sure your calories are coming from a variety of healthy, minimally processed foods to provide quality nutrients for muscle-building. Aim for about 0.8 grams to 1 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight (1.6g to 2g per kg). For example, if you weigh 180 lb, take in 144-180 g of protein every day. If you're overweight, use your lean body mass as your bodyweight instead of your current weight.  One ounce (28 grams) of cooked meat contains roughly 7 grams of protein. You could meet a 120-gram daily goal with three 6-oz. steaks, assuming no other protein sources. If you're having difficulty meeting these protein levels, you can always use protein shakes to make up the difference. The body needs a sufficient amount of water to build muscle at an optimal rate. Aim to drink at least  8 cups (1.9 L), but you'll likely need more to build healthy muscle. Here's a great little formula to help make sure you are getting enough:  Imperial units: Bodyweight in lbs X 0.6 = water intake in ounces. The same formula in metric units: Bodyweight in kg x 40 = water intake in milliliters. This includes all water from food and drink, not just glasses of water. If you are over 30, you can lower these numbers to lbs x 0.46 to 0.54, or kg x 30 to 35. Rather than having 2-3 large meals during the day, change your eating habits so that you are eating 5-7 smaller meals during the day. To help keep your protein intake high, you may want to make 1 of your meals a protein shake. To make a basic shake, blend 8 ounces (230 g) skimmed milk, 1 banana, 1 tablespoon (15 ml) peanut butter, and 2 scoops of protein powder. Not only does it make food taste good, fat is also good for you, as long as you are eating the right kinds and amounts of fat! Saturated fats—the fat you'll find in a stick of butter, a bag of chips, or bacon—should be limited to about 20g or less. However, increase the...

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Augmentez de 10 % votre consommation de calories. Consommez suffisamment de protéines. Buvez au moins 8 verres d’eau par jour (2 l). Mangez régulièrement et à la même heure chaque jour. Mangez des graisses saines. Prenez une multivitamine.


Article in English: Keep a notebook of words you would like to learn in Cantonese. When you hear a word you don't know, or when you realize you don't know how to say something, write it down and look it up later. Build yourself vocabulary lists based on themes (weather, time, food, family, business, vacation) and break them into vocabulary flashcards to study. Memorization is a huge part of learning any Chinese language. Bring flashcards with you so you can study while you wait in line, while you eat, and while you're riding on public transportation. There are two standard forms of written Cantonese: formal and informal. The informal version is close to spoken Cantonese, while the formal version is very similar to Standard Chinese (Mandarin). Many Cantonese speakers learn to read and write in Standard Chinese with Cantonese pronunciation.  Written Cantonese is unusual outside of Hong Kong.  Colloquial Cantonese in Hong Kong includes standard Chinese characters plus over a thousand Cantonese characters.  There are several forms of Romanization for phonemic written Cantonese, including Cantonese Pinyin, Jyutping, and Yale. For Standard Chinese Romanization, learn Pinyin. Depending on your language interests, you may choose to study formal or informal Cantonese pinyin and characters, Standard Chinese pinyin and characters, or select words and characters of any of these options for travel purposes. Thanks to online streaming video services, it's easy to find Cantonese films and television shows. Try watching movies, and get hooked on a quality show like "The Insider's Guide to Happiness." Watch with the subtitles on, and pause to look up words or check plot summaries to make sure you are absorbing as much as possible.  Rewatch episodes and pay attention to moments you felt you didn't understand. Watch out for subtitles. If you are practicing your Chinese by watching English-language films with Chinese subtitles, you are likely to come across mostly Standard Chinese. However, some shows, such as The Simpsons, are subtitled in written...

Summary in French:

Enrichissez votre vocabulaire. Choisissez une façon d'approcher la lecture et l'écriture. Regardez des films et la télévision. Lisez des livres, des journaux, et des bandes dessinées. Rendez-vous dans un temple ou une église chinoise.


Article in English: Keep bratwurst in its packaging until you are ready to eat it. Store unopened packaging in the fridge until the expiration date printed on its packaging. If the package has already been opened, place the bratwurst in an airtight container and store in the fridge.  Raw bratwurst can last for 2-3 days in the fridge if already opened.  Pre-cooked bratwurst can last for 4-5 days in the fridge if already opened. If the packaging has not been opened yet, store bratwurst in the freezer for up to 2 months. Be sure to put the package in the freezer before its expiration date. Write the date that you stored it on the container so that you can keep track of its expiration date.  If the package has already been opened, store bratwurst in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. If you want to store the bratwurst for longer than 2 months, wrap the original package in heavy-duty aluminum foil, making sure that it is wrapped airtight. You can also use a heavy-duty freezer bag. This will prevent freezer burn. Allow cooked bratwurst to cool to room temperature. Place the bratwurst in an airtight container and keep in the fridge. Cooked bratwurst can last for about 5 days in the fridge. You can also store cooked bratwurst in the freezer for up to 3 months in the freezer. Write the date that you stored it on the container so that you can keep track of its expiration date.  Cook up a large batch of bratwurst and freeze it. This will make it easy to cook meals quickly with delicious bratwurst. Do not store raw bratwurst in the same container as cooked bratwurst.

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Conservez les bratwursts crues ou précuites au réfrigérateur. Conservez les bratwursts crues ou précuites au congélateur. Conservez les bratwursts cuites. Terminé.


Article in English: Keep consistent. Depending on how big of a lie you tell, it may be hard work keeping everything in order. Remember every detail you lay out even if it is not asked of you. Make sure not to give different information to different people. You must commit to your lie. Any wavering makes it obvious that you are lying. Lying may feel unpleasant as fear and guilt set in. Your body language and facial expressions may give away your emotions as you want to get the lie over with. You must commit to your lie as if your were telling the truth. Some people enjoy the thrill of lying and do not show shame or remorse. Lying is not a socially acceptable activity, so it is all right if you do not get any joy from what you are doing and find it difficult to commit. If you are being accused of a lie, turn the table and trick your accuser. You may ask questions like “Why were you there, do you not trust me?” or “I am sure you do not want your friends hearing what you have been up to either.” Politicians use this technique to drive people away from other issues. People are uncomfortable accusing others so any chance they have to change topics may be seen as welcomed relief. For example, if a politician is asked about his views on the economy, he may drive the conversation to immigration. Similarly, if you are being accused of missing curfew, you may move the conversation to your brother driving without a license. Avoid responsibility from your lie by softening or even erasing anything you are being accused of by admitting to things that your accuser will find satisfactory. If you can deflect blame you will also deflate the anger associated with it. People may ask you questions several different ways to try to catch you in a lie. Make sure that you not only know the details, but also the specifics when more precise questions are asked.

Summary in French:

Restez fidèle à votre version. Restez concentré. Augmentez la pression. Changez de sujet. Négociez avec votre interlocuteur. Découvrez toutes les nuances.


Article in English: Keep every chapter, section, etc. on a different track so it can be easily accessed.  Use the "I did all my studying listening to my music, so 'state-dependent' theory says...blah blah blah" excuse, if you must. If listening is not allowed, put an earphone up your sleeve, or wear a hood. (It is easy to conceal a small earphone without a conspicuous hood if you have long hair.)

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Enregistrez vos notes. Conservez les fichiers sur votre lecteur MP3. Demandez la permission d'écouter de la musique. Écoutez votre « musique » pendant l'examen.


Article in English: Keep in mind that improving your liposomal vitamin C with an ultrasonic unit is optional. If you do not already have the materials that you need to improve your liposomal vitamin C, then you will probably have to order some tools online, such as the glass beaker and ultrasonic unit. You will need:  One recipe of basic liposomal vitamin C High powered blender 1-liter glass beaker Ultrasonic unit Plastic wrap Wooden spoon Blend the liposomal vitamin C until it feels warm. This may take several minutes. Feel the blender to detect the temperature. The temperature of the ingredients should be about 95 degrees Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius). After you have blended the vitamin C until it is warm, then transfer it into your glass beaker. The beaker that you use will need to be large enough to hold all of the blended ingredients and still fit into your ultrasonic unit. You may want to check before you transfer your liposomal vitamin C. Pace the beaker with the liposomal vitamin C into the ultrasonic unit for about 30 minutes. The ultrasonic unit will push the bubbles to the surface. After 30 minutes is up, cover the beaker in plastic wrap and place the beaker into the refrigerator for about an hour and then use a wooden spoon to skim off the bubbles that have collected on the surface. Make sure that you follow the manufacturer’s directions for how to use your ultrasonic unit. Let the ultrasonic unit run until the temperature of the vitamin C mixture reaches 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius). This will help to kill any bacteria that might be present in your liposomal vitamin C.

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Obtenez tout ce dont vous aurez besoin. Mélangez de nouveau la vitamine C liposomale. Versez la vitamine C liposomale dans un verre gradué. Éliminez les bulles avec un bac ultrason. Remettez la vitamine C liposomale dans le bac ultrason.


Article in English: Keep in mind that you can learn about yourself by what you get embarrassed by. Think about the situation you were in. Ask yourself, “What was it about that situation that made me embarrassed?” It might not always simply be about the people you were actually around. For example, if you get overly embarrassed after failing at something you are typically very good at, you might be setting overly high expectations for yourself. In each moment of embarrassment, reflect on what your emotion can tell you about your expectations of yourself and others in general. While the title of this article is how to get over an embarrassing moment, certain people tend to have embarrassing moments quite a lot. It might even happen every day. If embarrassing moments seem to come up for you continuously, without your control, it could be the case that you have a social phobia. This is actually a type of anxiety disorder that has been shown to be highly correlated with persistent emotions of embarrassment. This makes it very difficult for you to simply get over embarrassing moments when they occur. If you can’t seem to simply shake off embarrassing emotions when they arise, and they seem to be coming up for you a lot, consider taking steps towards treating yourself for anxiety. If you feel there may be underlying issues that cause your embarrassment to be more severe than normal, it can help to talk with a counselor. This person can help you figure out your emotions and understand why you feel this way. He can also give you strategies for how to reduce the level of embarrassment that you feel. If you can’t stop thinking about the embarrassing moment, try meditating. Remember, the embarrassing moment is in the past. Try to keep yourself in the present. Mindfulness meditation is a technique that helps you be aware and nonjudgmental about your thoughts and emotions. It can be helpful to keep your thoughts about the embarrassing moment from taking over.,   Sit quietly for 10-15 minutes, breathing deeply. Focus on your breath....

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Réfléchissez aux émotions qui se sont produites pendant cette situation. Demandez-vous si vous pourriez souffrir ou non d'un trouble de l'anxiété. Voyez un psychologue ou un psychiatre. Pratiquez de la méditation consciente.


Article in English: Keep in mind what direction you want the curls to fall, toward or away from your face. Place the roller on whichever side you’ve chosen, and wrap from there. For most hairstyles, rollers on the top of the head will be rolled backward, away from the face.If you want curls that don't fall uniformly, roll the hair in various directions. If you roll some sections of hair forward and some sections of hair backward, your curls that look more natural. Start on either side of the top and put the hair in rollers. For most hairstyles, the side rollers will be rolled in a downward direction.  Move from the top of this side section to the bottom of it (at the ear area). If you are using multiple sizes of rollers, begin to use gradually smaller rollers at the bottom of this section of hair, ending with the smallest you use. If you want an outward flip at the bottom of your hairstyle, roll the bottom curlers in an upward direction.  Go to the other side section and repeat. Roll from the top of each section of hair to the bottom. If you are using multiple roller sizes, make sure you use smaller rollers as you near the neckline for all of these sections.

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Commencez par la partie la plus haute. Commencez de chaque côté du haut de la tête. Divisez l'arrière en trois si vous ne l'avez pas déjà fait.


Article in English: Keep it short — it must fit on the card easily. You'll probably want to save a copy of this poem for later. In a few years' time, it may bring back wonderful memories. Hints: Inside jokes and shared interests make good poem topics. Fold it into a card shape. Choose something that relates to the person. On the other page, print a neat "Happy Birthday" in the center of the page. Add strips of paper to form a frame. Add colorful touches like glitter, sequins or drawn-on touches. Scrapbooking stickers are also great for jazzing it up. Done! The personalized card is now ready for giving.

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Composez un poème exprès pour la personne. Prenez du papier cartonné. Mettez une petite image sur le devant de la carte. Écrivez le poème sur la première page intérieure. Coloriez la carte. Écrivez un petit message de vœu sur le devant.


Article in English: Keep moving forward and don’t focus on how difficult life can be. Think of the adventures you’re having in life because of these challenges. If things were straight and smooth, your life might be pretty uninteresting. Think about the ways you’ve overcome challenges and become a better person because of them. For example, if you’re mad that you were laid off, think about how you have been able to spend valuable time with your children. We can often feel like we’re surrounded by life’s frustrations. Perhaps you lost weight and gained it back, or it rained at your neighborhood barbecue. When we get bogged down by frustrating events, we start to notice and get frustrated by minor things, like not finding a parking spot or hitting all the red lights in traffic. But if you alter your reaction to these frustrations, they won’t have such a strong hold over you.  Compare the current frustration to similar ones in the past. Will this frustration make a difference in the long run, or are you wasting your energy getting worked up over nothing? For example, let’s say you are unhappy making sandwiches for a job. Put some artfulness into it, arranging the meats colorfully with the vegetables. Think of something nice to say to the customer. Ask the manager if there is something else you can control about the environment, like the music. If you hate traffic, plan ahead and listen to your favorite music in your car. Take action to change the frustrating event. If you hate going to work, you might think this way because you want to have a different career. Make a change to fix the situation. Oftentimes, we get wrapped up in negativity because we are stressed, overwhelmed, frustrated or angry. When we allow ourselves time to relax and recoup, we can find space to tackle problems with a positive attitude. Set aside time every day for yourself to do something relaxing, whether that’s reading a book, watching your favorite TV show, or talking on the phone with a friend. Try meditation or yoga, or spend a few minutes taking some...

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Prenez le bon côté des épreuves de la vie. Transformez vos réactions face aux évènements déplaisants de la vie. Accordez-vous des moments de détente. Pratiquez des activités dans lesquelles vous vous sentez à l’aise. Évitez les médias véhiculant des pensées négatives qui pourraient vous atteindre. Essayez l’humour.


Article in English: Keep pulsing until it's completely smooth and creamy. You can use strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, or a combination of all three! Blend the berries with the creamy base to create a colorful drink. Use clear glasses so you can appreciate the pretty color of your fruity piña colada. Enjoy your drink with a straw.

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Mixez la glace, la crème de coco et le jus d'ananas. Ajoutez les fruits rouges. Versez dans deux verres. Décorez avec quelques fruits rouges fendus en deux.


Article in English: Keep some essentials with you at all times. The following will help you anywhere you are:  Alternative "cigarettes" Cinnamon flavored gum Mouthwash and dental floss to get the taste out of your mouth. A pen, a small rock or string of beads to fill the place of the physical action of holding the cigarettes. The phone number of someone who will support you during difficult moments. There are several over-the-counter nicotine replacement products that can help ease you out of smoking. There are types of patches, gums, lozenges, nasal sprays, inhalers or sublingual tablets that deliver smaller doses of nicotine into the body.  Side effects could include: nightmares, insomnia, and skin irritation for patches; mouth soreness, difficult breathing, hiccups, and jaw pain for gum; mouth and throat irritation and coughing for nicotine inhalers; throat irritation and hiccups for nicotine lozenge; and throat and nasal irritation as well as runny nose if the nasal spray is used. E-cigarettes look like regular cigarettes, but they are operated by battery. An atomizer heats a solution of liquid, flavorings, and nicotine that creates a mist that is inhaled. E-cigarettes look promising for quitting, but there are some cautions. While they do not contain as many harmful chemicals as cigarettes, they do contain nicotine. For someone who doesn't really want to quit, this could be a good compromise for the moment. You need to become knowledgeable about your smoking habit in order to defeat it. Observe yourself for a day or two. Write down your specific smoking behaviors. This will help you later on.  How many cigarettes are you smoking per day? When are you smoking? Morning? After lunch? Evening? For what reason are you smoking? To ease your nerves? To relax you before sleep? The American Cancer Society states that the quit date is a very significant, almost ceremonial, date. Choose a day within the coming month for you to officially stop smoking, and stick to it. This day can be a special day such as a birthday, a holiday, or...

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Décidez des choses que vous voulez utiliser pour empêcher les envies. Envisagez une thérapie de remplacement de la nicotine. Suivez vos habitudes. Mettez en place une date de fin de votre tabagisme. Faites un plan au fur et à mesure que la date approche. Décidez de la façon dont vous voulez vous récompenser. Réduisez petit à petit votre habitude au lieu de vous arrêter d'un seul coup. Tenez-vous occupé pendant la journée. Tenez votre système de soutien au courant de vos progrès. Évitez les évènements sociaux où les gens fument pendant le premier mois. Restez fort.


Article in English: Keep the iron unplugged and fill the iron's tank with water. Plug the iron in and turn it to the steam setting. Let the iron heat up until it makes steam when you turn the iron down.  Avoid using the iron if it doesn't have a steam setting. If your iron is prone to leaving rust spots, avoid using it to steam the tulle. Ensure that the ironing board is clean and dry. Lay the fabric or tulle dress on the board so the wrinkled area covers the board. Lower the iron towards the tulle, but don't lay it on the fabric or it could melt. Keep the iron about 1-inch (2.5-cm) above the tulle and hover it over the wrinkles for a few seconds. As the steam from the iron gets near to the wrinkles, they should flatten out.

Summary in French:

Allumez une centrale vapeur. Posez le tulle à plat. Positionnez la centrale vapeur.


Article in English: Keep track of your bowel movements, especially if you notice signs of diarrhea. Temporarily reduce how much whole grains you eat on a regular basis, like whole-wheat bread or brown rice, as well as mixed nuts and seeds. If you don’t notice any improvements, consult a doctor or dietician for specific advice. Instead, opt for canned fruits and vegetables, as well as low-fiber cereals. Talk to your doctor before making any big dietary changes in your life. Note that caffeine stimulates activity in the colon, which may worsen diarrhea symptoms. Instead, cut yourself off after 3 cups of instant coffee or 2 cups of filtered coffee. Soda, chocolate, and other foods have some caffeine in them, so keep this in mind if you have a sweet tooth! Allow yourself to drink 5 days of the week, then take a breather on the other 2. When you choose to drink, enjoy up to two 25 mL (0.85  fl oz) shots, two 1⁄2 US pt (240 mL) glasses of beer, or two 125 mL (4.2  fl oz) servings of wine. If you drink more than this, you may find yourself having some diarrhea problems. The less alcohol you have, the better!

Summary in French:

Réduisez votre consommation quotidienne de fibres. Évitez la caféine. Limitez votre consommation d'alcool et de boissons gazeuses.


Article in English: Keep your eye on the fly until it lands, then get ready to make your move. Approach the fly silently and slowly so it doesn't fly away. If you don’t have a flyswatter, you can use other objects with a flat surface, like a newspaper, shoe, or book. Raise your flyswatter above your head, and bring it down over the fly in a single, strong move. You are crushing the fly between your flyswatter and a hard surface. If you miss the fly the first time, wait for it to land and swat again. Rinse the flyswatter in soap and water, and use a tissue or paper towel to wipe up the mess. Make sure to wash your hands! You can also disinfect with a cleaning solution to prevent spreading any germs. Electric flyswatters are devices that lure in flies with a light and kill them upon contact. Stand near the fly with your electric flyswatter to kill it effortlessly and quickly. Be sure to read over instructions carefully before use. Avoid touching the racket area, and always let the flyswatter fully cool down before storing it.

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Attendez que la mouche se pose. Écrasez-la d'un mouvement rapide vers le bas. Essuyez la mouche et votre tapette. Essayez une tapette électrique pour un résultat plus efficace.


Article in English: Keep your eyebrows 1-2 shades lighter than your hair if you have dark hair such as black or brown, and 1-2 shades darker for blonde/ or light hair. For colored hair, if you don't want to dye your eyebrows, use either black, or invest in a high quality eyeshadow and pencil combo in your color. Use a pigmented white cream and a spoolie to neutralize your darker hair color. It may take a few coats. Powder with transparent or translucent powder, and then apply your new color.

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Article in English: Keep your head up and your shoulders square rather than slumped forward. While sitting, lean back slightly and make yourself comfortable. This posture leaves your face confidently exposed to the world, rather than closed off and unwelcoming. Place your arms at your side or on your lap. If you are holding something or making gestures, keep your hands slightly to the side or near your lower torso. Avoid unwelcoming positions, such as crossed arms or hands raised in front of your chest. Enthusiastic postures with hands raised above your head may make you harder to approach, although psychology studies are divided on this point. . Simply smiling can make you seem much more approachable and inviting. A fake or forced smile isn't nearly as effective, though. Think of a happy memory, or a funny joke, to trigger a genuine smile. Smiling can also make you feel more cheerful.

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Adoptez une posture ouverte. Gardez vos bras dans une position accueillante. Souriez.


Article in English: Keep your momentum up - don't let a budding attraction wither because you're both too afraid to plan a date. You don't have to go on a date the very day you find out you like each other, but try to plan one within a week or two. By dating, you'll get to know each other even better and you'll learn whether you're a good romantic match.  A good time to schedule a date is the weekend following whenever you admit that you like each other. For your first date - try to plan so that at least part of the date allows you to talk to each other. For instance, if you want to see a movie, plan to have dinner as well. A good first date is casual, low-pressure, and uniquely "you." A date doesn't have to be extravagant. A great first date can be as simple as doing homework and having a picnic at the park. Here are a few more low-cost ideas if you're having a hard time thinking of dates:  A local carnival, seasonal fair, or amusement park. Rollerskating or ice skating. If one of you isn't a great skater, even better - you'll have to hold each other to keep from falling! Hiking. If you can make it to the top of a local hill or bluff, you'll be treated to a gorgeous (and romantic) view. The period between expressing your attraction and going on your date can be nerve-wracking, but try not to worry. A first date is a chance to get to know someone If you're really nervous, talk to your friends. They may be able to tell you hilarious first date nightmare stories. At the very least, they'll be able to remind you that first dates aren't supposed to be tremendously stressful. Feel free to send your crush a few flirty texts before your first date, but don't overdo it. It can be tempting to shower him with compliments, especially if you're really into each other. Resist the urge - too much too soon can be awfully intimidating, especially if the guy is less romantically experienced than you. Some sources even recommend creating a sense of mystery before the first date by maintaining total "radio silence." Once you know someone likes you...

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Faites des plans pour le rendez-vous ! Contrôlez vos nerfs ! Gardez le contact, mais pas trop. Restez vous-même pendant le rendez-vous !


Article in English: Keep your return and delivery address separate to minimize any confusion. Your delivery address should be centered, and your return address should be separate in the top left corner. Avoid any merging between the return and delivery address. Just in case your delivery and return address are placed too close to each other, writing sender over your return address will eliminate any confusion. Add a colon mark after the "SENDER" and continue adding your address below it. Begin with your street address, apartment or suite number, and/or directions on the first line. Follow your street address with your city and zip code. While both your delivery and return address should be written clearly, the legibility of your return address is particularly important. If for whatever reason your package cannot be delivered, it will be returned to the sender. Place a white label over your package's address and re-write the return address if it is smudged or sloppy.

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Écrivez l’adresse de retour dans le coin supérieur gauche du colis. Écrivez « EXPÉDITEUR » en majuscules. Inscrivez votre adresse au même format que l’adresse du destinataire. Vérifiez que les adresses sont lisibles.


Article in English: Keep your torso centered over your hips and your back mostly straight, with just a slight lean forward. You don’t want to bend too far at the waist, but it’s fine to lean into your run, especially when you’re going uphill. Keep your shoulders back and your elbows bent, pumping them with every stride. Breathe in a way that feels natural and easy. Don’t hold your breath or forget to breathe, or you’ll end up gasping for air and slowing yourself down. In running, as in other types of exercise, your breathing is most efficient when you breathe in through your nose and exhale through your mouth. When you’re just starting to run, any old tennis shoes will do. However, if you plan to run several times a week, and you want to start adding distance, it’s a good idea to invest in a pair of running shoes that fits you well and supports your feet. Your shoes shouldn't be so roomy that they slip around, but you also don’t want them to be uncomfortably tight. Leave about ¼ to ½ inch between your toe and the front end of the shoe.  Most running stores hire clerks who are runners themselves, and are trained to help you find the best fit for your foot. Try on a variety of shoes and test jog them around the store until you find a pair that feels comfortable. Different shoes are made for feet with different types of arches. For some people, their ankle bends slightly out (under pronation) or slightly in (over pronation) while running, and there are shoes designed to correct these problems. If you’re over or underdressed for the weather, your run will not be as successful. A good rule of thumb is to aim to dress for weather about twenty degrees warmer than the actual day’s temperature. That way, when your body warms up, you’ll be able to run comfortably. Stretching after your run will help keep your muscles from getting sore. If you wake up tight the next day, you’ll be less likely to run, so it’s a good idea to stretch every time. Do the following stretches after your cool-down:  Bend at the waist and touch your toes. Hold for...

Summary in French:

Contrôlez la position de votre corps. Apprenez à respirer. Portez les chaussures adaptées à votre style et au terrain de course. Adaptez votre tenue au temps. Étirez-vous après votre entrainement. Bougez vos bras.


Article in English: Keep yourself on the right track by replacing the time you would have spent with this person (or would have spent thinking about him or her) with a new activity. Take up a hobby you have always wanted to try, join an intramural sports league, or start a new form of exercise. Whatever it is, it should be so interesting and engrossing that you can't manage to think of anything else while you're doing it. Mastering a new skill and bettering yourself will make you feel good. You may even feel like a new and improved person that’s too good for the person you’re forgetting, improving your self-esteem. Improving yourself is the best thing to do in this situation for you, your self-worth, and your peace of mind. Have you ever gone through one of those periods where you can’t seem to stop eating junk food and all you want to do is sit on the couch and watch terrible reality television? And the kicker is that it doesn’t feel good – being lazy and unhealthy feels pretty terrible. Eating right and exercising makes it much easier to feel energized and positive about your circumstances and yourself.  Have a diet that’s mostly fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean meats. Get a balance of fiber, protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats (like the ones found in fish, nuts, or olive oil). Stay away from processed junk that gives you a kick initially, but in the end just slows you down. Aim to exercise for 30 minutes a day, whether it’s walking, swimming, running, or even dancing or cleaning the house. Do it in small chunks if your schedule doesn’t allow for large chunks of time. Even small efforts, like parking far away from the entrance, will add up over time. The best way to keep your mind busy, your schedule busy, and yourself positive, is to surround yourself with fantastic people that genuinely care about you. Whether that means your mom, your sister, your best friend, a theatre group, or your basketball team, stick with them. They’ll keep you laughing and help you see that you have a million things going for...

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Restez sur la bonne voie en remplaçant le temps que vous auriez passé avec cette personne (ou celui que vous auriez passé à penser à elle) par une nouvelle activité. Mangez correctement et faites de l'exercice. Entourez-vous de votre famille et de vos amis. Accordez-vous un peu de temps. Pardonnez et oubliez.


Article in English: Keep yourself up-to-date on your area of law. Be aware of new developments, as laws and rules often change and new cases are being decided every day. States introduce new legislation that affect your area of law practice every day. Federal laws also regularly change. If you have a non-routine case involving issues that you have not dealt with before, take the time to do the legal research and find the answers. Don’t assume that you know everything, even if you have practiced in the same area of the law for several years. New issues and cases arise every day, and you have to do the research to find the solution to your case. Legal research methods have changed dramatically over the last 20 years. Ensure that you are familiar with the most up-to-date electronic research methods. If you have a subscription to Lexis-Nexis or Westlaw, which are the two most well-known online legal research companies, then you also can get extensive training in using their applications. Not only are you required to earn a certain number of CLE hours each year in order to maintain your law license, but you gain valuable legal knowledge at these seminars. You often will hear from experts in their respective areas of the law at these seminars and have the change to ask questions that you may have. Additionally, attending CLE seminars gives you a chance to network and exchange information with other attorneys in your area of practice.

Summary in French:

Informez-vous. Faites des recherches. Rendez-vous aux séminaires.


Article in English: Keeping a journal can be a helpful way to unload your thoughts and feelings about the divorce. Getting what’s in your head down on paper can provide relief from what you’re feeling. What’s more, journaling is a great way to problem-solve. Try to devise solutions to some of the issues you write about in your journal. For example, if you notice you keep worrying about how you will get by financially, possible solutions may be to find a job or speak with a financial advisor who can help. Renewing or strengthening your relationship with God, a higher power, or the universe can help you manage the overwhelming pain and heartbreak that comes with divorce. A spiritual mindset is also one of faith; therefore, you may feel more positive about your future. Divorce will bring with it a host of new responsibilities. Regardless of how long your were married, you have probably come to rely on your spouse in various ways. You must anticipate a major shift in what you may or may not be responsible for moving forward. Maybe your spouse often did all the cooking and laundry and now you are faced with learning these tasks as an older, single person. On the other hand, your spouse may have been the primary breadwinner and the divorce causes you to assess your skills, get a job, and develop your own financial security. Research has repeatedly shown that joint custody, in which children are able to split time between both parents rather than mostly living with one parent, is the best option for kids in fractured families. These kids have feel more secure from continually being cared for by both parents, they are able to follow a healthy example, and they may grow up to be better problem-solvers.  Of course, this option may not be best in your case. Work with your family lawyer to determine which arrangement best suits your unique circumstances. If you do decide to co-parent, avoid allowing your feelings to overshadow the needs of your children. Strive to listen to and compromise with your ex in order to adopt consistent rules and...

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Tenez un journal. Soyez en communion sur le plan spirituel. Préparez-vous à jouer d’autres rôles. Faites ce qui est mieux pour vos enfants.


Article in English: Keeping an organized and neat closet is the key to having a clean bedroom. You should make the most of your closet space and organize your clothes by season and color. If you have a larger closet, it may be a good place to store your additional items or to keep your shoes and accessories. Here's how to organize your closet:  The first thing you should do after you've sorted your clothes into the "Keep" and "Store" piles is to take one more hard look at your clothes. If you haven't worn a certain item in over a year, it's time for it to go. The only exception for this rule is if you have a very formal gown or suit that you haven't had a chance to wear. Organize your clothes by season. Keep the summer, spring, winter, and fall clothes on the same part of the closet. If you have room for storage in the closet, store those off-season clothes in a bin in the back of your closet. Hang up as many of the clothes as you can. Try organizing them by the type of garment they are. For example, when you hang up your summer clothes, keep tank tops, t-shirts, and dresses separated. Make use of the space below your clothes. If you've hung up your clothes, you should still have a few feet of space below them, so don't waste it. Use the space for a storage bin or for a shoe rack. If you have a door that opens instead of a sliding door, invest in a shoe rack or jewelry holder that hangs over your door. This is a great use of space. If you don't have a door there, you can consider hanging one of these over your bedroom door. If you have room in your closet for a dresser, this is the perfect place for it. Your dresser is the place where you store your additional clothes or accessories, so it should be as neat as possible to prevent you from turning it upside down every time you search for another piece of clothing. Here's how to organize your dresser:  Organize the top of your dresser. Take all the clutter from the top of your dresser and put it in a plastic bin at the corner of the dresser. If there's a better place for the...

Summary in French:

Rangez votre placard. Rangez votre commode. Rangez votre bureau. Rangez le reste de votre chambre.


Article in English: Keeping your eyes open will dry them out and cause them to sting. Eventually, the dryness will trigger your eyes to start watering, so try not to blink until you feel tears start to form.  If you’re near a fan, try to stand so that the air is blowing into your eyes, which can make them water. If you can stare at a bright light, your eyes will water even faster. Close your eyes and gently rub your eyelids for about 25 seconds, then open your eyes and stare at something until the tears start rolling. This might take a little practice, but once you get the hang of it, it can work wonders. Rubbing your eyes can help redden the complexion around your eye area, too, but don’t rub too hard or you could injure your eyes. Lightly place your pointer finger up to your one of your pupils. This will cause your eye to become irritated, and it may lead to tears. Be careful not to poke yourself in the eye, though. A little pain can often bring tears to your eyes, and if you need to cry on command, you can use that to your advantage. This trick is especially useful if you bite your lip while you’re already thinking of something sad.  Try holding your breath as you bite the inside of your mouth, which could focus your senses on the pain. You can also pinch yourself hard on a sensitive part of your body, like on your thigh or in the space between your thumb and pointer finger. Copy the Hollywood stars and gently rub a mentholated tear stick under your eyes. It may sting, but it's going to be very realistic. However, be very careful about not getting any in your eyes. You can also use eye drops to make it look like your face is tear-stained. Just place them right below the corner of your eyes so they believably run down your face. Yawning will make your eyes water and if you yawn enough then you will spark some tears. Try to hide your yawning with something that covers your mouth. You can also yawn without opening your mouth to make it more believable.

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Gardez les yeux ouverts tant que vous pouvez. Frottez vos yeux. Mordez la face interne de votre lèvre. Appliquez une substance lacrymogène sous vos yeux. Forcez-vous à bâiller.


Article in English: Keeping your face clean is a large part of the razor bump battle. You want to keep bacteria at bay and also keep the top-most layer of your skin fresh. If you're shaving (...which you shouldn't be doing on the bumps), use warm water to soften the hairs and loosen the follicles. Cold hair just tightens up your skin and won't do you any favors. Do this twice a day, in the morning and at night. There are a solid half a dozen products on the market to choose from, and all should be of similar quality. A quick visit to your local drugstore (Wal-Greens, CVS, Boots, or Waitrose) should be all you need to take. If you'd rather look for something that may already be in your bathroom cabinet, a hydrocortisone cream or other antibacterial cream can help lessen inflammation and redness, too. Retin-A cream works as well. Against the grain may feel like it results in a closer shave, but shaving with the grain will keep the hairs aligned. When the hairs are aligned, they're less likely to curl up and become ingrown. Avoid putting chemicals like alcohol, or treatments that contain alcohol, on the shaved area. Your skin is super sensitive at this juncture, so it's best to use non-perfumed, no-alcohol substances. Read the label if you have any doubt. Go for one that's super moisturizing. Choose an alcohol, fragrance and oil-free moisturizing lotion to make sure the skin doesn't get irritated. According to the Department of Dermatology of the Langone Medical Center, products that contain salicylic or glycolic acid are the most effective in treating razor bumps. These ingredients clear the pores, moisturize and prevent infections. If desperate times call for desperate measures, you do have more permanent ways out. Consult a registered, experienced dermatologist for more advice on the matter. Depending on your hair type and how much hair you'd like removed, laser hair removal may not be as expensive as you think it is. A session for just the neck could be as little as $150. It may be worth looking into!

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Exfoliez votre visage. Appliquez une crème contre les boutons après le rasage. Passez le rasoir dans le sens de pousse du poil. Utilisez l'après-rasage qui vous convient. Réfléchissez au traitement laser ou à l'électrolyse.


Article in English: Keeping your face clean is one of the best things you can do to prevent blind pimples from forming. That's because most pimples are caused by pores clogged with dirt, bacteria, and oil, all of which can be removed by using a daily facial wash. It's also important to properly wash your hands any time you will be touching your face, as unwashed hands could introduce new bacteria to your skin's pores.  Choose a gentle cleanser. Opt for facial cleansers that are non-abrasive and do not contain alcohol.  Wet your face with clean lukewarm water. Then use your fingertips (after washing your hands) to apply the cleanser. Do not scrub your skin, as this can cause irritation and damage. Rinse with clean lukewarm water and pat your face dry with a clean, soft towel. Wash twice daily and any time you sweat excessively. Properly hydrating your body can help improve your skin's elasticity. Though elasticity is not necessarily correlative with reduced acne, it can help improve your skin as part of an overall skin-care regimen. Aim for eight glasses of water daily. Avoid consuming sugar, alcohol, and excess caffeine to help prevent dehydration. Avoid foods with high in sugar or fat, and reduce processed foods. Eat more healthy, whole foods like fruits and vegetables. There is no conclusive evidence, but studies have show links between acne and foods containing high levels of refined sugar, fat, or dairy. Foods that cause your blood sugar to rise (like sugar and carbohydrates) cause your body to release insulin, which may cause your oil glands to overproduce. A low-glycemic diet may help prevent acne. Stress is not likely to create new cases of acne, but if you're already prone to acne, stress can induce a bad flare up. Reducing your daily stress levels can help reduce acne outbreaks, including blind pimples.  Try autogenic relaxation. This method of stress relief involves repeating calming words/phrases in your mind while focusing on your body's sensations. Try concentrating on your breathing or relaxing each limb in...

Summary in French:

Prenez soin de votre hygiène. Restez bien hydraté. Mangez sainement. Réduisez votre niveau de stress.


Article in English: Keeping your face clean is the best way to ensure that your face is free of pimples and other imperfections. Wash your face once in the morning and once at night as well as any time your face is sweaty.  For example, it is a good idea to wash your face before and after a workout or after you have been doing physical labor. Try keeping some cleansing wipes in your gym bag or purse that you can use to wipe off your makeup and cleanse your skin. Wet your face with lukewarm water to start. You can simply bend over a sink and splash some lukewarm water on your face. It is best to wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Apply a small amount of the cleanser to your hands and use your hands and fingertips to massage the cleanser into your skin.  Make sure that you close your eyes to avoid getting cleanser in them. If you prefer to use a cloth, use a gentle cotton washcloth to massage the cleanser into your skin. Avoid scrubbing because this can irritate your skin. When you have finished applying the cleanser, splash some lukewarm water onto your face to rinse it away. Do this several times to ensure that you have completely rinsed off the cleanser.  You can also use a clean wash cloth to help remove the cleanser. Just avoid rubbing and scrubbing with the cloth. Instead, apply the wet cloth to your face and gently wipe away the cleanser. After you have completely removed the cleanser, turn the water to cool and splash your face with it. After you have rinsed all of the cleanser off of your face, use a clean, dry towel to pat your face dry. Do not rub the towel on your face because this may irritate your skin. Keeping your face moisturized will also help to keep it feeling smooth. Follow up your cleansing routine with a layer of moisturizer. Use a moisturizer that works with your skin type. For example, if you have oily skin, then choose an oil-free moisturizer. If you have dry skin, then choose a moisturizer that is meant for dry skin.

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Lavez-vous le visage deux fois par jour. Utilisez le bout de vos doigts pour appliquer le produit nettoyant doux. Rincez-vous à l'eau tiède. Tapotez votre visage avec une serviette pour le sécher. Appliquez un produit hydratant.


Article in English: Keeping your feelings bottled up can be damaging over time. Sometimes just talking about your feelings can make them go away or decrease. Talk to someone who cares and understands you, or at least, whom you trust; it can make a big difference. Journaling can help you to understand your feelings of emptiness better and it is also a great way to relieve stress. To get started with journaling, choose a comfortable place and plan to devote about 20 minutes per day to writing. You can start by writing about how you are feeling or what you are thinking, or you can use a prompt. Some prompts you might use include:  When did you first notice your emptiness? How long has it been there? How old is your emptiness? What emotions do you experience when you are feeling empty? Are you prone to feeling empty during certain times or in certain places? What do you notice about your environment when you are feeling most empty? What kind of thoughts do you have when you are feeling empty? Depression manifests differently in different people, but low mood and feelings of emptiness or worthlessness are very common symptoms. Depression can come in waves, where you feel okay for a while and then very low for weeks or even months, or it can be more of a steady feeling. Depression is also very common; about 6.7% of US adults experience major depressive disorder. Women are 70% more likely to have depression than men. If you think you may be experiencing depression, you are not alone. Seek treatment from your physician or a mental health professional if you experience any of the following symptoms of depression:  Persistent feelings of sadness, anxiety, or “emptiness” Feeling hopeless or pessimistic Feeling guilty, worthless, or helpless Unusual irritability or restlessness Changes in your mood or behavior Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy Fatigue Changes to sleep habits Changes to your weight Thoughts of harm to yourself or others Aches and pains that do not appear to get better with treatment Bereavement is another common...

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Parlez de votre sentiment de vacuité à un ami proche. Tenez un journal pour inscrire vos pensées et vos sentiments. Recherchez les symptômes d'une dépression nerveuse. Pensez à la perte d'un être cher. Vérifiez que vous n'avez pas de dépendance. Examinez votre comportement pour détecter un trouble éventuel de la personnalité limite (TPL). Méditez pour explorer votre sentiment de vacuité. Demandez à un spécialiste de vous aider.