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Knowing what your goals are will help you keep your priorities straight during the conversation. Think about what you want from the conversation. Maybe you want your parents to let you get gages, or maybe you think lip piercings are cute. Having a goal will also help you gather talking points as you prepare.  Think about potential compromises, too: what if your parents won't let you get your septum pierced, but they'll say yes to double-pierced ears? Would you be satisfied by that? Ask yourself not just what you want but what you want to be during the conversation. Aim for a positive, kind, and understanding attitude. Without a plan to keep on track, your emotions can easily get the best of you and launch you into an argument. Take some time to write down the three or four most important things you want to say. Look over this list during the conversation to keep on-track. Remember: "I just want it!" is not a compelling point. Most likely, your parents will have questions. Even if they're accepting from the start, they may want to know who's giving you the piercing or what care is involved while the piercing heals. Having all necessary information will show them that you've thought about this and are responsible. Find a time when your parents are happy and comfortable to start the conversation. The week rent is due, for example, your parents will probably be stressed and less open-minded. You and your parents will both be in the best mindset if relaxed. While you can give your parents a letter or text asking for their permission, a conversation will be most convincing. If you can, have the conversation in-person.

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Defina o seu objetivo. Faça uma lista dos pontos que você vai abordar. Prepare-se para responder às perguntas dos seus pais. Espere até a hora certa para pedir.


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Knowing who you are and what you excel at can help you to use those strengths to your benefit. Take some time to think about what you are best at and write down these strengths. This will make it easier for you to identify opportunities that will allow you to shine.  You can identify your strengths by reflecting on what other people have complimented you on and what activities are the most satisfying for you.  For example, if you are a good public speaker, watch for opportunities to use this skill on the job. Try volunteering to make an announcement or give a presentation. You can also stand out by pushing yourself to do something that is out of your comfort zone. Watch for opportunities to take the initiative at work, such as volunteering to head up a special project or other team efforts. For example, if your boss is looking for someone to head up a new sales campaign, volunteer to be the team leader. This will show your boss that you take the initiative. As you take on new responsibilities and manage your old ones, make sure that you prepare yourself to do your best. Research, plan ahead, and find other ways to prepare yourself to do the best job you can.  For example, if you have volunteered to head up a new sales campaign, learn as much as you can about the product and brainstorm some options for increasing sales. If you are supposed to give a presentation at work, then prepare detailed notes and practice your presentation as many times as possible. You don’t need to stick to a formula for everything you do at work. Whether you are taking on a new or old task, consider new ways to approach the problem. A new strategy may yield great results and this may be just what you need to stand out at work.  If you have volunteered for a special project at work, consider what has already been done and what hasn’t been done. It’s okay to implement some tried and true methods, but you can also implement some new strategies to see if they get you better results. For example, to develop ideas for a sales campaign, you...

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Identifique os seus pontos fortes. Ofereça-se como voluntário em um projeto especial. Prepare-se ao máximo. Encare os problemas com criatividade. Responsa com honestidade nas entrevistas. Contribua nas reuniões.


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Knowing why you tend to daydream is crucial in learning how to change it. If you don't know why something is occurring (what the actual problem is) you may have more difficulty coming to a solution. Sometimes individuals daydream as a way to avoid stress or other painful feelings. This imaginary world allows them to escape and avoid dealing with negative emotional states. Daydreaming can also be used as a way to self-soothe by imagining your wishes fulfilled. In addition, fantasizing can be linked to a need to forget certain information (trauma, painful situations, etc). Daydreaming can actually result in forgetting previously learned information or memories.  Make a list of the types of daydreams you have, and what you think the function of this fantasy is. For example, you might identify that you frequently daydream about conversations with friends, which helps you predict what might happen and practice how to respond. Another example is if you have daydreams about buying a home, this may help you think of a brighter day and have hope for the future. Ask yourself, “what is the purpose of my daydreaming in general?” Do you daydream to escape, distract, make yourself feel better, or pass the time? Understanding the patterns in fantasies you have may assist you in developing a skilled way to reduce each type of fantasy. Do you daydream at school mostly, or at work? Are there certain situations that trigger your daydreaming behavior? Recognize how often you daydream. Set your alarm for one hour. Keep a tally of how many times you drifted off into a daydream for that hour. For example, the moment you notice you are daydreaming, write a tally mark on a piece of paper, and so on. This will increase your awareness of how much you actually daydream. Sometimes it may take you a few minutes to realize that you were in a daydream and that is okay, just tally each time you notice that you were drifting off. If your daydreaming results in difficulties in daily life such as disruption in work or school, interpersonal...

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Entenda por que você sonha acordado. Reconheça os padrões dos devaneios. Identifique as consequências negativas.


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Knowing your audience is vital for figuring out what your next YouTube video is going to be! Who is your audience? Gamers? Locksmiths? You can easily do an Internet search to investigate these topics for video ideas, or you could:  Conduct an interview. Record your opinions about your genre. Make predictions about fan tastes. Fans are frequently vocal about their wants and opinions. Some fan-fiction has even seen commercial success. Use your knowledge of your fan-base, or the fan-base you would like to have, to better direct your creative energies. A lot of social media is integrated, making reaching out to your fans even easier. Ask people what they'd like to see, or poll the audience to get some opinions about a question that's been on your mind. Fans will often rave about their favorite parts of a video, which you can use to your advantage. Can you implement the same technique? How about making a video addressing comments? Whatever your channel, there's bound to be some forums out there about your topic. Which forums are the most active and what are the topics of conversation? Is there anything your fans are itching to see? Maybe that can be your next video! This can be anything from your local Cherry Festival to the closing of a historic local building. You can splice this footage into your videos, or add an ominous soundtrack to give the story a different spin. Theme parties are a great place for footage and inspiration. Seeing your friends dressed up as interesting characters might inspire a character of your own. Find some craft specialty items that you can review or comment on in your YouTube videos. Maybe you can recreate the item, and make a how-to video about what you learned. You can always send a message to a YouTuber you admire, asking if they would like to collaborate with you on a project. A script idea that's been floating around in your head might turn into a neat video performed by you and your friends.

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Defina quais tipos de usuários vão assistir seus vídeos. Familiarize-se com as comunidades de fãs. Faça questionamentos aos espectadores através das mídias sociais. Leia comentários realizados em vídeos que você curtiu. Leia fóruns de mensagens. Documente um evento público. Faça a análise de um produto. Colabore com amigos e outros “YouTubers”.


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Knowing your environment is a key point towards your victory in a battle especially when we are talking about skirmish conflicts. Be familiar of your surroundings; where is the possible ground zero of your enemy? Determine where the resources are. Scout for areas where you can set your flank to defend your base. Observe the enemy's possible route when performing offensive operations. Search for safe areas where you can settle your troops. A good commander doesn't make a move without knowing the environment of his battlefield. A good general never underestimates his enemy. Is the enemy using toxins? Is the enemy good at stealth? Does your enemy have a large amount of tanks in his disposal? What are the strengths of the enemy? How can you exterminate them without a lot of casualties? Determine the behavior and the capability of your enemy before making any operations. Defense is important and you are playing blind when you don't know how to set a good defense. Once your defenses are good. You are impenetrable and the possibility of getting defeated decreases. Determine their strengths and weaknesses. Know when you are going to use them. Know their strengths. For example, are they good at tank busting? Good at anti-aircraft busting? All units must move by placing them in strategic positions.. It is good both in offensive and defensive operations.  Destroy its defenses to assure minimal casualties once the offensive team arrives. That way, they won't go far deep in your defenses. This strategy is good for generals who want adhesive actions. This might harm a lot of your units, so a good general sends out scouts first before letting their units on a patrol. When an air raid happens, you'll lose a lot.

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Conheça os arredores. Conheça a força do inimigo. Saiba como você pode montar uma defesa impenetrável. Conheça suas unidades. Se você jogar com os EUA ou China, sempre tenha sua força aérea à sua disposição. Ao atacar, mantenha uma boa formação de suas unidades para garantir o mínimo de perdas. Antes de atacar uma base inimiga, bombardeie-a fortemente com bombas. Quando o inimigo estiver envolvido em uma ofensiva contra você, se puder, tente interceptá-los e explodi-los, se puder. Cuidado com armadilhas, minas terrestres e quaisquer ciladas. Ao construir sua base, não deixe que as estruturas sejam construídas muito perto umas das outras. Se possível, forneça apoio aéreo para suas unidades em todos os momentos.


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Knowing your event is important for all types of ceremonies, whether it’s a wedding, graduation, bar mitzvah, celebrity roast, etc. The type of event will dictate the type of atmosphere you, the MC, need to create. Knowing what’s going on, what should be talked about and what is coming next is key to being a successful MC. Consider meeting with the people organizing the event, and going over the planned structure and reviewing the itinerary of the event in detail. The MC is responsible for creating and sustaining the intended atmosphere throughout the event. The intended atmosphere may vary depending on the type of event, although most events that hire an MC are looking to create a fun and energetic atmosphere. As MC, your main responsibilities include:  Keeping the event flowing and bridging between segments of the event. Keeping the interest of the audience and make sure they’re having fun. Helping the audience feel respected and engaging with them during the event. Helping the speakers feel valued. Keeping the event on time. Keeping everyone updated on what is happening at the event. Being an MC means that you have a great sense of humor, you can work a crowd, and you’re a practiced public speaker. This means that you have to be prepared to improvise, so you can react efficiently to whatever that may arise. For example, you may have to momentarily entertain the audience while waiting for the next speaker to get out of the bathroom or for the broken microphone to be replaced.  Remember to smile. Smiling reinforces the fun and lighthearted ambiance of the event, and makes you appear to be an enthusiastic MC. Keep in mind that just because you’re the MC, you are not the celebrity of the show. You are supposed to make others feel like they’re the stars of the show. Contact your key speakers to find out some background information on them, and use that information to prepare your introductions for the speakers. This background research will help you construct introductions that sound more personal and genuine. ...

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Conheça o evento. Saiba quais são as suas responsabilidades. Saiba o que esperam de você. Faça a pesquisa necessária. Seja organizado.


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Knowing your loved one's triggers can help you identify a potentially overwhelming situation, and defuse it before stress reaches the boiling point. Consider keeping a record of meltdown triggers to help future prevention.  For example, going to a restaurant can be very chaotic for a child. Sometimes removing them from the environment for a few minutes is enough to help them stay relaxed. Meltdowns are the result of stress buildup in autistic people, and the best treatment is prevention. Here are ways to notice when a meltdown may be coming:  Frustration Having too many verbal instructions given to them at one time. Witnessing injustice Painful/overwhelming stimuli Changes in routine Not being able to understand or communicate effectively Your loved one may not realize how badly stress is building up, or may be unable to communicate it. Remove any stressors, and ask what is bothering them.   Take them outside for a break. Get them away from crowds or other stressors. Avoid placing demands on them. If other people are doing so, ask them to give the autistic person a break. Autistic people are used to being told that their needs are over-the-top or burdensome, so if they ask for something to change, it's probably causing them real pain or distress.  Don't hold their needs hostage. Even if they don't use their words or say please properly, assume that it is urgent. You can coach them on proper delivery when they aren't on the verge of tears. Try bringing them outdoors, or leading them to their calming down corner. This will give them a chance to relax where they aren't surrounded by people and stimuli. Never shout at or blame them for a meltdown. They often feel deeply ashamed and embarrassed about losing control, and making them feel worse will only make it more difficult to calm down. Avoid crowds or staring people. Ask them to stop it, or get the autistic person somewhere less public. Stimming (aka self-stimulatory behavior) is a way to stimulate the senses, and it can be extremely calming for autistic...

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Aprenda a enxergar os padrões de comportamento durante crises. Aprenda a identificar os sinais de uma crise. Interfira quando for necessário. Faça as acomodações que a pessoa pedir imediatamente. Leve a pessoa a um lugar mais calmo. Seja calmo, paciente e compreensivo. Incentive a pessoa a adotar comportamentos de autoestimulação em lugares seguros. Tente descobrir o que causou a crise quando a pessoa se acalmar.


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Knowing your skin type will help you identify the product and coverage you need. If you have dry skin and need more coverage, try a liquid or moisturizing powder foundation. When you have combination skin, strategically apply powder foundation and liquid foundation with careful blending.  Sticks and cream foundations provides a medium to heavy coverage.  Liquid and powder foundations can be layered alone or together to provide light to heavy coverage. To choose the correct shade, you need to swatch your skin with foundation. While in the beauty store, pick a number of shades that look close to your skin tone. Apply a small amount by dabbing with your finger. Give the sample twenty minutes to absorb and set. Look at it again. If the sample has disappeared, it’s a perfect match.  It was previously believed the best place to test foundation was on your wrist. This is incorrect, and it is more accurate to test your foundation on your neck or jawline if possible.  Your skin tone will likely change throughout the year. Rather than buying a new bottle, try mixing colors to get the perfect shade, or adding a drop of moisturizer to lighten your color. Go for a tone in between the matching of your cheeks and forehead. Matching the larger zones of your face with the more eye-catching areas will ensure you purchase the correct shade. With your honey skin, it may take some time to find the right foundation for you. Don’t get discouraged and be open to experimentation.  Try again if you don’t succeed. Many beauty stores will allow you to exchange an open bottle of product if it doesn’t work out.  Ask for help. If you’re unable to determine which foundation is best for you, don’t be afraid to ask a professional or a trusted friend for their opinion.

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Obtenha a cobertura correta. Escolha o tom certo. Experimente diferentes marcas e cores.


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Knowing yourself means recognizing different parts of your identity, personality, and being. The goal is not to criticize yourself but to acknowledge all sides of your personality. Open up to the possibility of learning new things about yourself.  When you evaluate yourself, pay attention to the things that make you feel uncomfortable. These emotional signals can tell you if you are trying to avoid a subject. Are you insecure about that characteristic? If so, what can you do to overcome it? For example, if you don't like to look in the mirror, ask yourself why? Are you insecure about your looks? Are you worried about your age?  You might consider if this is a fear that you can conquer. This knowledge can help you realize what makes you happy or stressed. You can use this information to help you spend more time on activities and goals that are productive for you. Some questions you can ask include:  What do you love doing? What are your dreams in life? What do you want your legacy to be? What is your biggest criticism of yourself? What are some mistakes you've made? How do others perceive you? How would you like them to perceive you? Who is your role model? Your inner voice expresses what you feel and believe. When something frustrates or delights you, it responds. Try to tune into that inner voice. What is it saying? How does it perceive the world around you?  Go to the mirror. Either out loud or in your head, start describing yourself. Are the descriptions positive or negative? Are they focused on your looks or your actions? Do you talk about your successes or your failures? When you start thinking negatively, stop yourself and ask yourself why you are reacting that way. Shaming or criticizing yourself can be a sign that you are defending against unwanted thoughts. These positive and negative thoughts define how you see yourself. If this personal image does not align with who you want to be, you might take steps to improve yourself as a person or to learn new traits. Journaling helps you recognize your...

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Aprenda a ser verdadeiro consigo mesmo. Faça algumas perguntas para se conhecer melhor. Preste atenção à sua voz interior. Escreva no diário todos os dias. Inclua a atenção plena ao seu dia. Identifique a sua imagem corporal.


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Knowledge can be an incredibly powerful tool when it comes to helping endangered species. Use social media to educate your friends and family members. If people understand the necessity of immediate action, they may be more likely to help.  Post relevant articles on social media websites. You should both news stories that talk about abstract facts and lists that give people specific instructions on how to help. For example, you could post a list of small changes you can take to reduce your carbon footprint. You could also post recipes and articles and how to makes your favorite foods vegetarian or vegan. Encourage people to sign petitions. Online petitions do not often result in direct action right away, but they can help raise awareness of an issue. If politicians, other leaders, and corporations see many people care about something, they may give it more attention. Encourage people to call their congressperson when a vote is coming up regarding laws about animal welfare and sustainable environmental practices. If enough people call in expressing concern, you could have a real impact on how your representative votes. Express your concerns to others. Education can be a powerful tool when it comes to social change. You do not need to be preachy or get insulting with people. However, you can kindly suggest small changes when the opportunity comes up. For example, propose you and co-workers car pool to work. Mention what a positive impact this might have on the environment. Volunteering your time to organizations in need is one of the best ways to help educate the public. Some of the organizations listed above often do public awareness campaigns. You can see if you can donate your time to running a booth at an event, for example, or handing out flyers on the street. If you're looking for a new job, consider seeing if you can work for an organization like National Wildlife Federation. If you have editing experience, for example, you could help write press releases and news stories informing people on issues...

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Use as redes sociais em seu benefício. Converse com amigos e familiares. Seja voluntário em organizações que trabalhem para sensibilizar a opinião pública.


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Kohl’s Cash isn't actually cash, but it isn't as restricted as many coupons are, either. This means that you can typically use it in combination with sales, coupons, and other discounts that are available. Reap the savings!  However, certain brands or items may be excluded for various reasons. Check with Kohl’s customer service if you ever have a question about what the final price of an item will be. Kohl’s Cash will be applied first to your order, before any other discounts. For instance, imagine you are shopping during a promotion to get 10% off your total purchase. If your initial total is $70 and you have $10 in Kohl’s Cash, your final total will be $54 ($70-$10 = $60; 10% x $60 = $6; $60-$6 = $54). You are allowed to return purchases made using Kohl’s Cash. You will be refunded the cost you paid for the returned item (that is, the store price minus any discounts you received), and given a new Kohl’s Cash certificate that must be used within 30 days.  You can also return purchases you made that earned Kohl’s Cash. However, your Kohl’s Cash balance will be reduced by a corresponding amount. If you return an item you purchased that earned Kohl’s Cash, and you have already used the Kohl’s Cash, then the refund you receive for the returned item will be reduced by the amount of Kohl’s Cash that you earned and used. For instance, imagine you bought a coffee maker for $65, and you earned $10 in Kohl's Cash. You use that Kohl's Cash on a future purchase of a $32 shirt to bring its cost down to $22. If you decide to return the coffee maker, you will only receive $55 (the original price minus the $10 in Kohl's Cash you already used on the shirt). Kohl’s Cash that you receive as a certificate or electronically will have a stated expiration date. If you don't use the rewards by that date, unfortunately the Kohl’s Cash will no longer be valid.

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Combine o seu Dinheiro Kohl com descontos. Devolva as compras, se necessário. Use o seu Dinheiro Kohl antes que ele expire.


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Lace can be added to cuffs, used as a decorative embellishment on pockets, or even set into distressed jeans so that it peeks through holes in the fabric. Pin the lace to the desired spot on your jeans and sew it on by hand or with a sewing machine. Turn your jeans inside out and place a wide loop of fabric around the bottom of each leg, with about a centimeter (.4 in) of the fabric turned over the outside edge of your jean cuff. Pin the loops in place and sew them to your jeans. Turn your jeans right-side out and roll up the cuffs to show the decorative fabric.

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Aplique renda. Crie uma barra divertida com tecidos coloridos.


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Lace your shoes up to the fourth eyelet from the bottom, using either a criss-cross or a straight pattern. Instead of lacing the shoelace through the fourth hole, however, skip the hole and go to the next highest hole, or the fifth eyelet.  This style is fashionable but isn't great if you're doing manual labor. Skipping holes will give your Timberlands a looser, more casual look. Insert the lace into the fifth hole and pull it. While this may look strange on other shoes, it often doesn’t look weird with Timberlands. If you feel like you have too much extra shoelace, you can thread the laces through the sixth, or top hole. Otherwise, tie a knot as you usually would and put it in front or behind the boot’s tongue. If you want to try for a different look, you can tie a traditional overhand knot on both ends of the shoelace instead of tying them together with a bow or a knot. This will prevent the laces from coming loose while you walk around and is a unique and stylish way to tie your shoes.

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Use o estilo cruzado ou reto, mas pule o quarto ilhó. Passe os cadarços através do quinto buraco. Faça um nó no topo. Faça nós individuais em ambos os lados do cadarço.


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Laces can prevent the polish or conditioner from spreading evenly across the shoe. If your shoes have laces, gently pull them out from the eyelets one by one until you've separated them from the shoes. Conditioning helps moisturize the leather. As it dries out, it can crack, leading to damaged shoes. Use a clean cloth to rub the conditioner in using small circular movements. Remove any excess conditioner once you've conditioned the whole shoe. If you live in a place with harsh weather, such as a place with icy winters and salty sidewalks or a very dry climate, you should condition your shoes after you wear them 5 to 10 times. In less harsh climates, do it every 15 to 25 wears. Using light pressure, use circles to add small amounts of polish to the shoe. A soft cloth or horsehair brush is good for this task. Keep applying the polish until you've covered the shoe. Wipe any excess off.  A wax-based polish will provide more protection for your shoes. Make sure you match the color of the polish to the color of your shoes. Once you  think you have a good color, apply a little polish in an inconspicuous place to see if it matches. For a spit shine, tightly stretch a cloth over your fingers. Add a little bit of water. Rub it over one area on your shoe, which will begin to harden the wax already on it. Keep rubbing until the area shines, and continue with the rest of the shoe. Typically, a polishing last about a week.

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Remova os cadarços dos sapatos. Condicione seus sapatos ao menos a cada 25 vezes que usar. Aplique cera uma vez por mês para proteção. Tente um polimento diferente para ficar com os sapatos brilhando.


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Lack of academic confidence often stems from bad grades or critique you received on your work. By assessing your work and taking responsibility for your role in bad grades or negative feedback, you can start making changes that will help cultivate academic confidence.  For example, if you received a bad grade for an assignment because you didn’t read the instructions or did it too quickly, these are factors that you can easily control. Accept that the mistakes were your responsibility and make sure to learn from the experience.  Taking responsibility for your work also means knowing when it is strong, regardless of feedback. For example, if you get negative comments on an essay that you believe makes a strong argument, evaluate the comments objectively. You may find that you disagree with some of them, and that's okay. Because so much academic work is interpretive and subjective, interpretations may differ. You are not automatically wrong simply because someone says you are. Acknowledging other factors that cause your lack academic confidence will allow you to see what you can control academically. This can help you formulate plans that will ultimately contribute to a boost in your confidence.  On a piece of paper, list anything that causes you anxiety academically. Read the list and check off those items you can actively change. For example, if writing assignments, such as essays or even articles, are a source of frequent criticism, this may cause you anxiety. Writing is a learning process and something that you can always improve at. The more you practice, the more you will gain academic confidence. Lack of confidence can start with unrealistic expectations of yourself or in your abilities. Letting go of any unrealistic or unattainable expectations you have will not only keep you from setting yourself up for failure, but also allow you to build confidence in your academic skills.  For example, if you are a graduate student, it is not likely that you will publish a study that completely re-envisions your...

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Assuma as suas responsabilidades. Identifique outros motivos por trás da sua insegurança acadêmica. Não crie expectativas acadêmicas altas demais. Não fique bitolado em feedbacks, notas e pessoas negativas. Não se compare a outros alunos e colegas. Afaste ou exclua pessoas negativas e competitivas da sua vida acadêmica. Aprenda a identificar os sinais da "síndrome do impostor".


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Lack of fluids can lead to dry mouth, which is a leading cause of bad breath. Water can also dilute any chemicals in your mouth or gut that are causing bad breath. Studies show that eating 6 ounces of yogurt a day reduces the level of odor-causing compounds in the mouth. In particular, look for yogurt containing the active bacteria Streptococcus thermophilus or Lactobacillus bulgaricus. The abrasive nature of fibrous fruits and vegetables helps to clean teeth, while the vitamins, antioxidants, and acids they contain improve dental health. Foods that can be particularly helpful include:  Apples — Apples contain vitamin C, which is necessary for health gums, as well as malic acid, which helps to whiten teeth.  Carrots — Carrots are rich in vitamin A, which strengthens tooth enamel.  Celery — Chewing celery produces a lot of saliva, which helps to neutralize bacteria that cause bad breath.  Pineapples — Pineapples contain bromelain, an enzyme that cleans the mouth. These teas have been shown to kill the bacteria that cause bad breath and plaque. An upset stomach can lead to burping, which contributes to bad breath. Don’t eat foods that upset your stomach, or if you do, use antacids. If you are lactose intolerant, try lactase tablets. They can all cause bad breath. If you do eat them, bring sugar-free gum or a toothbrush and toothpaste to freshen your mouth afterwards. Diets low in carbohydrates lead to ketosis — a state in which the body burns primarily fat instead of carbohydrates for energy. This may be good for your waistline, but it also produces chemicals called ketones, which contribute to bad breath. To stop the problem, you must change your diet. Or, you can combat the smell in one of these ways:  Drink lots of water to dilute the ketones. Chew sugarless gum or suck on sugarless mints. Chew mint leaves.

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Beba bastante água. Coma iogurte. Coma frutas e legumes. Beba chá preto ou verde. Evite o desconforto estomacal. Evite alimentos fortes como alho, cebola e pimenta. Tome cuidado com dietas pobres em carboidratos.


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Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, which is a group of acids naturally occurring in certain foods. These acids remove the top layer of dead skin, and are often used in commercial skin care treatments to alleviate dry, scaly, or darkened skin. Only use lactic acid products at night, as it can make your skin even more susceptible to UV damage.  Apply a thin layer of plain yogurt to your hands and feet before bed. Leave the yogurt on for five to 10 minutes, and rinse with warm water. Repeat a couple times per week. Remember that even if you do this, you will still need to wear SPF 15 or higher sunscreen during the day to prevent sun damage.

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Passe alimentos que contenham ácido lático.


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Lactic acid is water-soluble, so the more hydrated you are, the less likely you are to feel a burn while you workout and cause lactic acid build up.  Drink plenty of fluids while you work out, as well as before and after your workout. Keep in mind that by the time you notice you are thirsty during a workout, you may already be dehydrated. Drink 8 to 16 oz. (236.6 ml to 473 ml) of water before you workout, then drink 8 oz. (236.6 ml) of water for every 20 minutes you workout. The cause of the burning sensation you feel in your muscles while exercising is twofold: it is partly due to the buildup of lactic acid, but it is also due to a lack of oxygen.  You can ameliorate this by paying close attention to your breathing while you exercise. Be sure to breathe deeply in and out, at an even pace. Try breathing in through your nose and out through your mouth. This will help to deliver oxygen to your muscles and stop the production of lactic acid. Pushing yourself too hard is what causes lactic acid buildup. Your heart rate should be in a fat burning or cardio range, depending on your goals. Although short bursts of exercise above this threshold can improve your aerobic health, make sure you do not go beyond your cardio range for longer than 1-2 minutes at a time. Most of your workout should be below your anaerobic threshold, which you can calculate using your age. First, calculate your maximum heart rate by subtracting your age from 220. For example, if you were 30-years-old, you'd calculate 220-30=190. Your maximum heart rate would be 190 beats per minute. Next, calculate your fat burning range by multiplying your maximum heart rate by 50% and 70%. You'd multiply 190X50%=95 and 190X70%=133. For a 30-year-old, the fat burning range is 95-133 beats per minute. Finally, calculate the cardio range by multiplying your maximum heart rate by 70% and 85%. For example, 190X70%=133 and 190X85%=162. The cardio range for a 30-year-old is 133-162 beats per minute. If this person's heart rate exceeded 162 beats per minute, they...

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Permaneça hidratado. Respire fundo. Verifique se seus batimentos cardíacos estão adequados. Exercite-se frequentemente. Tome cuidado ao levantar pesos. Diminua a intensidade dos exercícios caso comece a sentir uma queimação. Alongue-se após o exercício. Permaneça ativo.


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Ladder workouts, or pyramid workouts, involve starting with a short distance, gradually working up to a longer distance, and then working your way back down to the original shorter distance. For example, run 200 metres (0.12 mi), 400 metres (0.25 mi), 800 metres (0.50 mi), 400 metres (0.25 mi), and then 200 metres (0.12 mi) at a medium pace with 2-3 minutes of rest in between.  This kind of workout can improve your endurance and pacing. You can also do reverse ladder workouts, where you start at a longer distance, work your way down to a shorter distance, and then finish at the longest original distance. Do this type of workout 2-3 times each week when getting into shape for track season. Practice running 100 metres (110 yd) and/or 200 metres (220 yd) over and over again to improve your sprinting ability. Focusing on these shorter distances may help you to develop speed, pacing ability, and strength.  Try doing a workout where you run 4 total laps. Run continuously as you sprint the 100 m (110 yd) straightaways and jog the 100 m (110 yd) curves of each lap. For best results, focus on sprinting shorter distances 2-3 times each week. Focus on running longer distances over and over again to prepare your body for distance events. Run 800 metres (0.50 mi) and 1,600 metres (0.99 mi) at a time during your workouts to gain endurance.  Try doing a workout where you jog 1,000 metres (0.62 mi) 5 times with a 90-second resting break between each one. To successfully gain endurance, focus on running longer distances 2 or 3 times every week. While running is the more obvious way to condition your body for running track, lifting weights is necessary for strengthening your muscles effectively. Incorporate lower body strength training exercises into your workouts 1-2 times each week to build up your leg muscles for running. Some exercises you can try include:  Squats Forward lunges Calf raises Situps While it may not seem like it, building your upper body is also very important for running track. Your chest, shoulders, and...

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Faça o treino da escada horizontal. Corra distâncias menores para melhorar a sua velocidade. Corra distâncias maiores para melhorar a sua resistência. Treine as pernas uma ou duas vezes por semana. Treine o tronco uma vez por semana. Faça refeições balanceadas e saudáveis. Peça dicas ao seu professor.


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Ladle the soup into serving bowls. If desired, garnish it with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of croutons or cheddar cheese, or simply eat it plain. If you're not ready to eat the soup immediately, you can also can the soup and save it for later.

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Ladybugs don’t like the smell of citronella or citrus! Use citronella or citrus-scented candles around the entrances to your home when you want to leave the doors open. You can also place a drop of citrus oil into a spray bottle of water and spritz each entrance daily. Lemon, lime, orange, or mandarin are ideal scents to use. Focus mainly on the entrances that come from the garden or heavily-planted areas, as these are where ladybugs are the most likely. Get a small plastic bag and fill it with cloves, bay leaves, or a combination of both. Leave this on the ground to deter any ladybugs that come close. Ladybugs don’t like the smell of cloves and bay leaves. Ladybugs tend to come inside during winter to hibernate until spring. Purchase a peel-and-stick roll of weatherstripping and cut strips of it that are the same size as each door or window seal. Remove the backing and stick the adhesive side onto each interior seal.  Weatherstripping is also great for keeping water and cold air out of your home. If you are finding ladybugs in your home but you already have weatherstripping, it may need to be replaced as it can wear out over time. to keep insects outdoors. Measure the size of the windows and purchase pre-made window screens from your local home improvement store. Install each screen on the inside of your home and simply slide it into place, starting from the top of the window. Make sure that the pressure clips lock to keep it secure. Alternatively, you can get window screens made-to-measure and professionally fitted. small openings around the exterior to block insect entrances. Sometimes ladybugs get inside through tiny entrances that are difficult to find! Look around utility pipes, the foundation, frames, and exterior walls for small cracks or holes. Fit the caulk tube into the application gun and apply the caulk into each opening. Seal all of the openings well to prevent ladybugs and other insects from making their way inside.

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Use velas de citronela e óleos cítricos para afastar os insetos pelo aroma. Coloque um saquinho com cravos-da-índia ou folhas de louro perto das entradas da casa. Vede as frestas com fita adesiva para acabar com a festa das joaninhas. Instale telas nas janelas para manter os insetos fora de casa. Calafete


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Ladybugs, hoverflies, and green lacewings are just a few insects that prey on aphids. When added strategically to your garden, they'll help reduce populations of more destructive pests and restore order to areas that have been damaged by infestation.  You can typically purchase the eggs, larvae, and even live specimens of helpful garden predators at major garden supply stores. Ladybugs and lacewings and can become a nuisance in their own right. When pitting insect against insect, bring in a modest number and keep a close eye on them so you're not just trading one pest for another. Make room for a few of the critter's favorites, like geraniums, Sweet Alyssum, sunflower, Queen Anne's Lace, and parsley. With the right offerings, you can draw helpful ladybugs to your garden without going to the trouble of buying, releasing, and monitoring them on your own.  Think twice before pulling out every last weed you find. Leaving a few here and there will help promote diversity in your growing space, and varieties like dandelion and bugleweed are actually attractive to some species of ladybugs.  Provide a source of water, such as an active sprinkler system, small fountain, or bird feeder, to ensure that the ladybugs have all their needs met. Place a small rock in the center, so insects have a way to climb out and avoid accidental drowning. Grow alliums like onions and garlic, as well as other smelly plants such as ginger root, oregano, and sage, around plants that tend to become overrun by aphids. Their pungent odors are offensive to the insects, who will eventually move on to a different setting in order to get away from it. If you're looking for a quicker solution, you can also cut up fresh alliums and scatter them over the perimeter of your garden rather than taking the time to cultivate them. Wipe out swarms of unwanted ants using a commercial ant killer and destroy their hills or nests to keep them from returning. Ants target many of the insects that feed on aphids, meaning the more of them there are around, the...

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Introduza espécies de insetos benéficas ao jardim. Escolha plantas que atraiam joaninhas. Use plantas aromáticas como “barreiras”. Destrua todos os formigueiros que encontrar.


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Landscapes are really fun to paint because there are so many different colour options. Consider whether you want to paint a sunset, a sunny day, or a stormy day. Draw your picture onto the cardboard and then paint over it with acrylic or oil paints.  If you need inspiration, find a landscape photo you like and try to recreate it. Include interesting animals, people, or plants in your picture to make it unique. Let your imagination run wild! Finger painting is a fun and tactile way to paint cardboard that will keep children occupied for hours. Fill small containers with different coloured paints and allow your child to dip their fingers into the paint and then press them onto the cardboard. Make sure that the workspace is protected by plenty of newspaper as finger painting can be messy. Seascapes are a beautiful and timeless scene to paint. Choose colours that reflect the mood you want to create, for example, darker colours if you want to create a stormy mood, or lighter colours if you want to create a fresh and uplifting mood. For a more realistic look, paint the sky first, and then the sea. Lightly paint the surface of a stamp with acrylic paint and then press it onto the cardboard. Clean the stamp with a damp cloth and then apply a different colour. This will create a fun and contrasting pattern on the cardboard. Use a variety of different stamps to create different patterns and landscapes. Purchase stamps from a craft store.

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Pinte uma paisagem no papelão caso curta pinturas realistas. Decore o papelão com pintura a dedo caso tenha crianças jovens. Crie uma paisagem oceânica no papelão caso goste de pintar com cores marinhas. Utilize carimbos no papelão para criar um desenho divertido.


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Landslides can occur quite suddenly, so you need to be ready to take action at a moment’s notice. Many landslide-related deaths occur while people are asleep.  If you are with other people, work together to keep one another awake. Watch and listen for warning signs of a nearby landslide, including sounds of falling debris or changes in water clarity or flow. It is imperative that you familiarize yourself with landslide warning signs, especially if you live in an at-risk area. Keep reading to learn more about landslide warning signs in detail. Using a battery-powered radio or television, listen to your local news station for updates about the weather. Be alert to warnings about intense rainfall, which can trigger landslides. Sometimes, your local law enforcement will order an evacuation, but other times, they may not be aware of a landslide until it is too late. If you think a landslide is imminent and it is safe to leave, evacuate immediately. Contact your neighbors and your local police or fire department to warn them of danger.  Be sure to bring your animals with you. Don't forget to bring your emergency kit, which contains essential items like food, water, and medication. You'll learn how to make one in a later section. If you need to drive to leave a dangerous area, proceed with caution. Beware of flooded roads, collapsed pavement, fallen debris, and washed-out bridges. DO NOT cross flooded streams--instead, turn around and try to find an alternative route. If it isn’t safe to leave the building, but you believe a landslide is imminent, move to the building’s second story, if possible. Landslides move very quickly--much faster than you can run or walk. Trying to outrun a landslide is futile. Instead, remove yourself as fast as you can from the path of the landslide. Before crossing any bridges, always look upstream to see if a landslide is approaching. If this is the case, do not cross the bridge and move out of the path of the landslide. These areas are especially dangerous when landslides are imminent,...

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Fique acordado e alerta. Fique atento às notícias. Evacue somente se for seguro. Tenha muito cuidado se for dirigir. Se possível, suba a andares superiores. Saia do caminho do deslizamento assim que possível. Evite vales e outros terrenos de baixo relevo. Encolha o corpo como um tatu se não for possível escapar.


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Language Testing International (LTI) holds an exclusive license to administer the OPIc test. To take the test, you must create an account at https://tms.languagetesting.com/IndividualSite/. Once you create a user name and password, you can sign up to take the test. If you also need a teaching certificate, make sure to click through the link for your state. If you're taking the OPIc, you'll be asked questions over the internet by a computer-simulated voice. However, a proctor is required to be present to observe you as you take the test.  The proctor must be someone who holds a supervisory position at the school where you take the test. They must be able to provide you with a quiet room to take the test, equipped with a computer connected to the internet and a headset with a working microphone. When you sign up to take the test on the LTI website, you'll have to give them your proctor's name and title, as well as their contact information. The OPIc test is administered on an individual, as-needed basis. There aren't specific times scheduled when you have to take the test. Instead, you supply three dates and times when you will be available.  The reason you're giving three dates is so your proctor can confirm the best time when they will be available and have the facilities and equipment you need to take the test. The earliest of the dates you choose must be at least 10 days from the date you submit your application to take the test. Make sure you have at least three hours of availability on the dates and times you select. Read through the six descriptions provided by LTI and choose the one that most accurately represents how well you speak the language you're going to be tested on. The level you choose determines the test you are given. If you're taking the OPIc for work, or for academic certification purposes, there may be a specific level that you're required to demonstrate. Make sure you know if you need to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency. Once you've paid any fees and the date and time for your...

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Inscreva-se em uma conta online. Faça um agendamento com um inspetor. Escolha um dia e horário. Complete a sua autoavaliação. Receba a confirmação por e-mail.


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Language is extraordinarily diverse in this region. For example, India has 23 official languages, but you can generally get by with English or Hindi.  Armenian = gu nerek (excuse me),Pedkaranuh ooreh? or Dzukaraneh ooreh? Arabic (Saudi Arabia; UAE) = Ayna Al Hammam? (أين الحمام؟) Arabic (Levant)= Way al ham-AM? (وين الحمام؟) Azerbijiani = Tualet (ayaq yolu) haradadır? Bengali (Bangladesh) = বাথরুম কোথায়? Bathroom Kothay? (baat-room Ko-THAY?) Georgian = sahd ah-rees t'oo-ah-leh-t'ee? Greek (Cyprus) = Parakalo, pou ine i tualetta? (Πού είναι η τουαλέτα;) Hebrew (Israel) = Slikha, ehfo hah sherooteem? (סליחה, איפה השירותים?) Hindi  = सौ्चालय् कहा् है? saunchalay (pronounced "sawchaalay") kahan hain? (The "n"s in "kahan"and "hain"are not actually pronounced, few people actually use the word saunchalay so you can just say bathroom) Malayalam = Bathroom evide aanu? Marathi = Where is Toilet -> Sandas kuthe aahe ? (संडास कुठे आहे?) Nepali = Bathroom (pronounce more like "baatroom")/snaan kaksha kahaan cha? Pashto (Afghanistan) = tashnaab chērē day? (tash-NAAB CHEH-reh dai?) Dari (Afghanistan) = Bebakhshid, tashnab kojast? ببخشید، تشناب کجاست؟ Persian (Iran) = Bebakhshid, dastshooee kojast? ببخشید، دستشویی کجاست؟ Punjabi (Pakistan) = (ਬਾਥਰੂਮ/ਗ਼ੁਸਲ ਖਾਨਾ ਕਿੱਥੇ ਹੈ ?) Bathroom/Gusal Khana kithe hai? Tajik = Ho-jat-kho-na kani? Tamil = "Kuliyalarai enge ullathu?" or "Bathroom enga irukku?" Telugu = Bathroom ekkada? Turkish = Pardon, tuvalet nerede? Urdu = Bathroom kidhar hay? Uzbek = Hojat'hona qayerda?

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Saiba o idioma oficial da área onde está.


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Laptops often require a variety of specific drivers, and using the recovery disc is the easiest way to make sure that these get reinstalled when you reset your laptop. If you can't use the Recovery Manager because the recovery partition is gone, try to use the recovery disc. You can order new recovery discs from Gateway. If you don't have a recovery disc for your laptop, you can use a Windows installation disc to wipe and restore your laptop. You will need a disc for the same version of Windows that's currently installed.  If you're using Windows 7 and have a valid product key, you can create a disc here. You will need a blank DVD or USB drive with at least 4 GB free. If you're using Windows 8 and have a valid product key, you can create a disc here. You will need a blank DVD or USB drive with at least 4 GB free.  In order to use a recovery disc or install Windows from the disc, you'll need to set your computer to boot from the disc drive before the hard drive. The Boot Menu will allow you to change the boot order. If you created an installation USB drive, select your USB drive as the first boot device. Make sure that the Windows installation disc or USB drive is inserted. This will start either the Recovery Manager if you are using a recovery disc, or it will start the Windows setup process if you are using a Windows installation disc.  If you are using the Recovery Manager, refer to the previous section for instructions on restoring your laptop. If you are using a Windows setup disc, read on. The installation process will erase all of the data on the hard drive and start from scratch. This will allow you to ensure that everything has been deleted. When asked to choose where you want to install Windows, you will be shown all of the partitions on your hard drive. Select each partition and click "Delete". This will delete all of the data on the partition. The installer will automatically format it to the correct file system and begin installing the Windows files. The Windows installation process usually takes...

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Se possível, encontre seu disco de recuperação. Se não tiver acesso ao disco de recuperação, encontre ou grave um disco de instalação do Windows. Reinicie a máquina e pressione F12 várias vezes assim que o logotipo da Gateway ou Acer aparecer. Mude a ordem de inicialização. Salve as configurações e reinicie a máquina. Quando receber o comando na tela, pressione qualquer tecla. Ajuste as preferências de idioma e escolha entre "Instalar o Windows" e "Instalar agora". Quando o comando aparecer, clique em "Customizada (avançado)". Exclua as partições da máquina. Selecione a partição restante como o destino da instalação. Espere a instalação ser concluída. Termine a instalação e digite a chave do produto. Baixe os drivers necessários para o notebook. Recuperar o computador não resolveu o problema.


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Large bulky cameras will be harder to conceal in plain sight. The smaller your camera, the easier it will be to hide. When considering your options, look for cameras that are smaller in size. Smaller sized cameras include the Netgear Arlo Pro, LG Smart Security Wireless Camera,  and Nest Cam IQ. Getting a wireless camera will prevent you from having to hide the wires that come with a wired camera. Wireless cameras are usually more expensive but will be much easier to hide. Popular brands of wireless security cameras include the Netgear Arlo Q, Belkin Netcam HD+, and the Amazon Cloud Cam. Purchasing a camera that automatically uploads video to cloud storage will ensure that you won’t lose important footage if your camera is tampered with or gets destroyed. Popular brands of security cameras that can upload to the cloud include the D-Link Day/Night Network Cloud Camera, Logitech Alert 750n Indoor Master System, and Netgear VueZone Video Monitoring System.

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Compre uma câmera pequena. Compre um equipamento sem fio. Compre um equipamento que armazene as gravações na nuvem.


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Large cans used by restaurants can make great planters. However, be sure to clean the can thoroughly to remove any traces of oil or food products. You can file the edges of the cans down, or you can pinch the metal at the edge of the can so that it becomes flat; use metal pliers to do this. You can also put silicon sealant along the sharp edges. Most plants do not like soggy roots, so it is important that your can planters have some drainage holes. To make them:  Use an electric drill, or a hammer and sharp nail. If you use a hammer and nail, turn the can upside down so that the sharp sides of the holes you make face inward. Consider painting your can. If you do not know how to do that, see the next section. In addition to making drainage holes, you should also lay some gravel at the bottom of the can before you put the soil in. The grave will help to improve the can’s drainage. Fill the can with soil and pick out plants to fill your can planter with. The plants you choose are up to you; just keep in mind that you should pick out a soil that the plants will do well in. If your plants like acidic soil, make sure that the soil you buy is acidic.

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Junte algumas latas grandes. Lixe a borda da lata para torná-la segura. Faça furos no fundo da lata. Adicione alguma material no fundo da lata para facilitar a drenagem. Plante.


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Large meals can make you burp more and feel even more bloated. Instead of eating standard three meals a day as you normally would, consider eating six small, evenly-spaced meals.  Aside from minimizing excessive burping, a switch to six small meals may also help you cope with morning sickness. Many women find that having a little bit of food in their stomachs at all times reduces their nausea. Avoid eating within three hours of bedtime. Allow yourself time for digestion, even of a smaller meal. Your body's hormones will change during pregnancy. Your reaction to foods will be different. A food journal is one way to learn more about your body's response to particular foods. If you notice that eating certain foods is followed by burping, see if avoiding these foods results in less burping.  Common triggers for burping during pregnancy are fruit juices, chocolate, or rich foods.  Drinking a glass of milk may help relieve gas, particularly when accompanied by heartburn. Try to make each small meal include a lean protein, a complex or starchy carbohydrate, and a fruit and/or vegetable. In particular, lean proteins are a great way to add nutrients and cause very little gas.  Small balanced meals will give you the vitamins, minerals, protein, antioxidants, fiber, and other nutrients that you need. Eating too much at one time, or too quickly, will often cause burping. Eating slowing, chewing each bite well, will help prevent burping. There are some foods that are worse than others when it comes to gas. Some of these include beans, broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, asparagus, and bran. Try to avoid eating these items if you want to reduce the amount of burping you are doing.  You should also stay away from sugar-free products, as they could contain maltitol and sorbitol, both of which have a tendency to cause gas. Fatty, fried foods often trigger burping and heartburn. Choosing grilled, steamed, or baked foods is a better choice. Water helps you digest your food more efficiently and therefore will help you reduce...

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Coma mais frequentemente e prefira porções menores. Repare no que esteja causando os arrotos. Planeje refeições mais balanceadas. Evite alimentos causadores de gases. Beba muita água. Passe longe das bebidas com gás. Experimente alguns chás.


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Larger hooks are easier to hold and manipulate, so they're your best option when you're still learning basic techniques.  Look for an H, I, or J hook. If you're shopping for hooks marked according to millimeter range, these would be 5 mm, 5.5 mm, and 6 mm, respectively. You can choose a slightly larger or slightly smaller hook, but make sure that it fits comfortably in your hand. Look for a chunky yarn and select any color that appeals to you.  When learning how to crochet as a kid, it's best to use a simple yarn in a solid color. Avoid patterned yarn until after you've learned the basic techniques. Worsted weight and chunky/bulky weight yarns are easiest to work with, especially for beginners. They are also more suitable for use with larger hooks. The yarn should also be fairly smooth. For the time being, avoid strands that are super fuzzy since they can be more difficult to grasp and work with. Sit down at a table in  a well-lit location. Remove everything from the table except for your yarn, crochet hook, and a pair of scissors.

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Escolha uma agulha grande. Escolha um novelo de linha. Sente-se em uma área clara e iluminada.


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Larger men tend to think that hiding underneath baggy clothing will camouflage their size; however, this is not true. Fitted clothes are simply more flattering (and more comfortable!) than clothes that are too big. Baggy clothing looks sloppy and unappealing. Similarly, clothes that are too small will only highlight your extra weight. Wearing clothes that fit right is important. The heavier the material, the more it adds to the bulk of your body. Thick sweaters and shirts can make you look bigger than you actually are. Plus they can contribute to more sweating, which is a common problem for larger men. Most casual clothing is less attractive on larger men. Baggy clothes and thin t-shirts won’t do any favors for a heavy man. The fact is that fitted trousers with a blazer will look better on a larger man than jeans and a t-shirt will. Try dressing up your everyday wardrobe a bit to find things that are more flattering and make you feel more comfortable. Clothing that has too much going on pattern-wise will only accentuate your body and draw more attention to your frame. Try sticking with solid prints or minimally patterned items. This will help flatter the shape of your body, rather than bringing the eye directly to it. Make clothing decisions that keep your body proportions intact. For example, if you have a larger belly, don’t wear your pants underneath your gut. This will make your paunch more noticeable and pronounced. Instead, wear your pants at the normal level around the naval. This will mask your extra belly fat somewhat and maintain the normal proportions for your body. If you have trouble keeping your pants up wearing them at this level, try suspenders instead of a belt. They are stylish and will fix this problem for you!

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Escolha peças adequadas. Evite tecidos pesados. Evite o casual. Mantenha a simplicidade. Mantenha as proporções.


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Laser removal for tattoos is usually a lengthy and expensive process, and one that’s not guaranteed to work. Depending on the location, type of ink, and depth of the tattoo, it may not be possible to remove it completely. Laser removal won’t work for everyone, so be sure you’re a good candidate before you sign on. Set up a consultation before committing.  If your tattoo has been previously treated with other tattoo-removal procedures that have resulted in scarring, laser removal may only cause more scarring.  If, however, your tattoo has been treated before with minimal scarring, it may respond well to laser treatment. Make sure that the person who would be performing the removal has an established track record of strong work with minimal side effects. Ask your family doctor or dermatologist to refer you to someone who specializes in tattoo removal and whose work they know and trust. Be sure to research exactly what a laser treatment does before committing to laser removal.  Laser treatments use pulsed Q-switched lasers to break the ink particles apart so they can be absorbed by the body’s immune system. Once the ink particles have been broken up, they’ll go to the lymph nodes, where they’ll remain. It generally takes between 5-10 treatments over a span of many weeks to remove a tattoo. Costs vary, but on average will run about $200 per session. Most insurance companies won’t cover the cost of tattoo removal unless it’s medically necessary. Be sure you know not only what the technology is, but what the actual procedure will be so there won’t be any unfortunate surprises after you’ve committed to it.  In general, a laser tattoo removal session will run as follows:  You’ll be given protective eye shields, and the doctor may administer either topical anesthesia or painkiller injections before beginning. The doctor will use hand-held device will up against your skin to direct the laser. You can expect each pulse of the laser to feel something like being snapped with a rubber band or spattered with hot grease....

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Pesquise lugares que tenham remoção a laser. Determine se você é um bom candidato para a remoção laser. Procure dermatologistas de boa reputação. Pesquise a tecnologia. Entenda o procedimento. Conheça os possíveis efeitos colaterais.


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Laser tattoo removal is the safest and most effective means of eliminating an unwanted tattoo. Doctors or aestheticians shoot highly-concentrated pulses of light at the ink, which can help shatter the ink and lead to a remarkable reduction in visible ink. Depending on the size of the tattoo, laser surgery will set you back anywhere from $100 to $1,000, making it one of the most cost-effective removal procedures on the market. This procedure is very similar to salabrasion in that it's administered under the supervision of trained professionals and sands down layers of skin to get at ink. This method is a bit less pricey that laser treatment, costing about $1,000 to $2,000. This procedure tends to hurt as much as getting a tattoo, and the ink generally is more visible after a dermabrasion than it is after laser removal. With cryosurgery, the skin is frozen and the ink burned off with liquid nitrogen. Chemical peels cause the skin to blister and slough off, removing some of the tattoo ink. Neither is a horribly popular option, as they are both expensive and painful. If you are desperate however, they may be worth considering. Surgery is the final option. With a scalpel, a doctor will remove the skin of the tattoo and cinch old skin around it. A new scar will form, and it may be painful, even if you are given a topical anesthetic.

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Experimente a remoção de tatuagens a laser. Converse com um esteticista sobre a dermoabrasão. Para os que estão realmente desesperados para se livrar da tatuagem, há a criocirurgia e os peelings químicos. Converse com o seu médico sobre uma cirurgia.


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Late June through August is hot, muggy, and often plagued with mosquitos. It’s also the time when the city is the most crowded with tourists, so if you want a chance to explore the city when it’s a little slower, you should avoid those months.  If you want to experience Carnivale in Venice, plan to visit the week before Ash Wednesday. The dates are different every year, but the elaborate celebration occurs in February or March, or approximately 7 weeks before Easter. If you’re very religious,  you might want to plan your trip between mid-September and October. This is when the clergy at St. Mark’s Basilica give guided tours explaining the symbolism in the mosaics decorating the church. If you really want to have the city to yourself, visit during December or January, when tourism is at its slowest. Just keep in mind that some shops and restaurants close during the month of January due to slow business. Venice isn’t a city to rush through. While you’ll certainly want to visit the most popular tourist destinations, like the Pizza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge, you should also give yourself time to explore the less famous areas of Venice to really get the feel of the city. Exploring the outer islands, such as Burano, Murano, and Torcello, will take at least 1 day if you want to get the most out of the experience. The best time to see Venice is early in the morning or late in the afternoon, when the streets aren't as busy. Staying on the island will give you the chance to explore without the crowds. Many visitors to Venice choose to stay on the mainland and travel to the islands of Venice during the day. However, Venice is often crowded during the daytime, thanks to the day trippers who arrive on cruise ships each morning. Your passport will need to be valid for at least 6 months beyond the length of your stay, and it must have been issued within the last 10 years.  A visa is required for nationals of Australia, Canada, or the U.S. if you plan on staying longer than 90 days.  Members of border-free EU countries...

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Visite Veneza entre abril e junho ou setembro e outubro, épocas em que o clima é mais agradável. Planeje ficar na cidade por pelo menos três dias ou mais, se quiser explorar as outras ilhas. Fique pelo menos uma noite em Veneza para ver a cidade em seu momento mais bonito. Leve seu passaporte caso você venha de fora da Europa. Leve calçados confortáveis, repelente de insetos e um guarda-chuva.


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Lateral step-ups are another easy, yet effective exercise for toning your butt. To perform them, you will need a step bench and a set of 5 pound dumbbells (though these are optional).  Stand to the right of the step bench and hold a dumbbell in each hand (if using), in front of your thighs. With your right foot, take a sideways step onto the step bench and hold your left leg straight in mid-air. Hold this position for a count of three, squeezing in your butt muscles the entire time. Step back to the starting position and repeat the exercise 10 to 15 more times, before switching to the other leg. Deadlifts are a great total-body exercise, but they are particularly good for toning the glutes and hamstrings. You will need a set of dumbbells for this exercise — 5 pound ones will do, but 10 to 15 pounds will provide a more intense workout. To perform dumbbell deadlifts:  Place the dumbbells on the floor in front of you and stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart. Now, squat down towards the floor (as described above), keeping your head and chest up. Grab the two dumbbells simultaneously, using an overhand grip. Make sure your arms are completely straight and that your back is not rounded. Slowly raise yourself back to a standing position by straightening your legs and contracting your butt muscles. Thrust your shoulders back and your hips forward. Hinge forward at the hips, bending your knees very slightly, and bring the dumbbells as close to the floor as you can without any pain or discomfort in your back. Still holding the dumbbells, hinge back up to an upright position. Contract your abdominal muscles and buttocks. Repeat the exercise 10 to 15 more times. Getting a firm, toned butt is not all about stretching and weight exercises — you can can incorporate some glute work into your regular cardio workout too!  Step aerobics will improve the shape of your booty. Look for a class at your gym or get your own step and watch a video at home.  Uphill walking/jogging/running will provide the best workout for...

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Faça o step-up lateral. Faça o levantamento terra. Faça exercícios aeróbicos para tonificar o bumbum.


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Latex condoms or nitrile condoms are the best options if you have a penis for oral sex, anal sex, and vaginal sex. You can use dental dams in place of condoms for protection during oral sex, and these also work well for women having sex with women. A dental dam is a thin piece of latex that you can stretch out. You can sometimes find these with the condoms in stores, or you can check online. To put one on, place it on the end of an erect penis with the tip pointed out. Use your fingers to gently pinch the tip to force out the air. Roll the condom down the penis until it reaches the base. Don't use oil-based lubes, such as baby oil, cooking oil, lotion, or petroleum jelly, with latex condoms. Only use silicone- or water-based lubes, which you can find at most drug stores and big box stores. Once you are done, hold the condom at the base while you are pulling out of the other person. That way, the condom won't come off as you're trying to pull out. Once you're out, take the condom off and throw it in the trash. To use a dental dam, lay it out over the vulva or the anus. You can then use it to protect yourself when you have oral sex or even when you're using your hands. Make sure to use a new dental dam each time you change positions. Don't move it from one person to another, as that will transfer germs.

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Use proteção, como preservativos ou protetores para sexo oral, toda vez que for manter uma relação sexual. Coloque um preservativo corretamente quando o pênis estiver ereto. Tire o preservativo corretamente logo após o sexo. Use um protetor de borracha como barreira entre você e a outra pessoa.


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Latex paint can be stored for up to a year and then mixed and reused for a later project. It won't be the exact color you need, but it's useful to use as a base paint or to paint interior surfaces that won't be seen. This way, you can use up all the paint without needing to throw it away.  Tightly seal the used paint can and store it upside-down in a cool, dry storage area. Make sure the stored paint is out of reach of children and pets. If you want to use the exact same color again, make sure to write the paint formula down in permanent marker on the paint can lid. If you don't have use for your leftover paint, someone else might. Look up community paint recycling programs in your area. Waste haulers, schools, and municipalities often have programs to collect paint, mix it, and use it on community projects. If you don't have use for the paint and can't find a paint recycling program, dispose of the paint by placing it in a plastic container filled with kitty litter or paper scraps, letting it dry, and throwing it away with the trash. Latex paint is not considered toxic waste, so it doesn't have to be taken to a toxic waste site.  Never pour paint into a drain. It can damage your pipes and it isn't good for the water supply. Don't pour paint into the ground. This is hazardous to the soil. If you need to get rid of a lot of latex paint you may want to consider purchasing waste paint hardener.  A cup or so of this powder mixed in with a gallon of paint will cause it to harden up within hours. Let the empty paint cans dry completely, then recycle them with other metals. If you have an inch or more of dried paint left in the bottom of the can, you'll have to throw the whole can in the trash.

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Reaproveite a sobra de tinta em um trabalho de pintura futuro. Verifique se existe algum programa de reciclagem que recolha tintas em sua região. Descarte a tinta se não puder reciclá-la. Recicle as latas de tinta que estiverem vazias.


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Latex paints dry quickly and can easily be cleaned with water. In addition, latex doesn't give off the harmful fumes found in oil-based paints. Visit your local paint store to see what options they have available to use for your cabinetry. Make sure the paint is 100% acrylic for the best durability and adhesion. Pour your paint into a container where you can easily move around a paintbrush. Use the brush to work in tight corners and along the edges of your doors. Spread out any pools of paint with the bristle tips of your brush to feather it.  Let one side of your cabinet doors dry completely before flipping them over to paint the other side. For wood or laminate cabinets, paint along with the grain to hide your brush strokes. For larger areas, use a 4–5 in (10–13 cm) foam roller. Coat the roller in a thin layer of paint in a rolling tray. Work in a W-shaped pattern on your surface so the paint coats it completely. Make sure you can't see the primer underneath your paint or else you'll need to apply another coat. Go back over areas you've already painted to smooth out the paint. Otherwise, the foam from your roller might leave small bumps on your cabinets. Give the paint at least 1 day to set. Don't put anything back in your cabinets while the paint is still wet. When the first sides of your cabinet doors are dry, flip them over and paint the other side.

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Use uma tinta aquosa de látex para maior durabilidade. Use um pincel angulado para pintar regiões com pouco espaço e muitos detalhes. Use um rolo para aplicar tinta em superfícies maiores. Espere até que a tinta esteja completamente seca.


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Latios will not be available until this is complete. It will inform you of a blue flying Pokémon wandering around Hoenn. This is Latios. The best method is to save your Master Ball for Latios, since it tends to flee. If you did not save your Master Ball, you'll need to see the next section of this article. You can scroll down or use the Table of Contents at the top. Latios is a roaming Pokémon and will be found just about anywhere. To make Latios easier to catch, you'll want to go in an area where you can reload easily, such as opening up a cave near a field using a secret power. Search around through the grass or other environment until you find Latios. Don't waste time fighting other Pokémon; run from any other battles. If you haven't found Latios in an area after 5 minutes of running around, exit the area and reenter. When you run into him, throw the Master Ball immediately. Congratulations! You've caught Latios!

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Derrote a Elite Quatro. Assim que os créditos terminarem e você estiver em sua casa em Little Root, desça as escadas e assista à televisão quando tiver a oportunidade. Prepare sua Masterball. Viaje para uma boa área. Procure Latios. Jogue a Masterball.


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Latisse, the brand name for bimatoprost, is a drug originally used to treat glaucoma. However, users noticed that it also made their eyelashes longer. It also helps more eyelashes grow in. Latisse can cause your iris to darken permanently. However, that usually only happens when using it in your eye to treat glaucoma. It can also darken the skin of your eyelid.  Another side effect is itchy or irritated eyes, as well as itchy eyelids.  It also may cause hair to grow anywhere it touches. Wipe away any of the medication that lands on other parts of your skin. Latisse requires a prescription from your doctor. Your doctor can also let you know whether it is right for you. Applying it is not difficult, but it does require some instruction.  Make sure your hands and face are clean. Take out your contact lenses.  Add a drop of medicine to the end of the applicator brush. Brush the medicine along the top eyelid. Move from the inner eye to the outer eyelid. Do not apply to the lower eyelid.  Remove any excess medication that landed on other parts of the skin. Toss out the applicator after one use.  Repeat on the other eye with a new applicator. Be sure not to let the tip of the dropper come into contact with anything. Just let the drop fall onto the brush of the applicator. To work effectively, this medicine must applied every night. It may be as long as 2 months before you see results.

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Saiba mais sobre a Latisse. Compreenda os riscos. Converse com o oftalmologista. Saiba como aplicá-lo. Aplique o medicamento todas as noites. Seja paciente.


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Laughing together is a great way to connect with your girlfriend and help her feel more comfortable around you. Find jokes online, or develop your own list. Even better, make some inside jokes that only you two will understand.  Be silly together. Do impressions of celebrities, playact scenes you experienced together that day, or come up with your own silly words and inside jokes. Play harmless practical jokes. If she doesn't like jokes, then ease up on her, or play a joke on someone else together. This includes washing your clothes, brushing your teeth, flossing, and using mouthwash. Wear a pleasant scent of cologne or aftershave.  Remember that wearing too much cologne or perfume can be overpowering and might actually turn your girlfriend off. Keep her feelings in mind. If she tells you that she prefers one scent to another, use that one when you are getting ready. Wash your hair regularly and let her play with it. This can be a fun, flirty way for her to touch you, if you’re both comfortable with that. Make your best effort to look clean and put together. Even if you're going for a grungy look, you can still look clean and stylish. Special dates are great because they are exciting and unexpected. You can show your girlfriend that you really care by planning something you know she’ll enjoy.  Plan a movie-date, a dinner-date, or an activity (such as bowling, ice-skating, cooking classes, or a sports game). If she's really interested in something, try to fit that into the date. Get her friends to help you. Try planning a surprise birthday party with her friends or with her family if you're close to them. Treat your girl like she is the most important person in the world to you. Feeling special and prioritized can often help your girlfriend feel more comfortable and relaxed in your relationships.  Remember to keep up the small acts of kindness – like opening the door for her or asking for her opinion. If you know she's having trouble with something – like a homework problem, a long grocery list, or a CD she...

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Faça-a rir. Mantenha uma boa higiene. Planeje encontros especiais. Faça-a se sentir especial.


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Launch an Internet browser, type in http://www.couchsurfing.org then hit Enter. Enter your username and password on the fields provided, or you could use your Facebook account to sign in by clicking the “Log In with Facebook” button. Click your account image at the upper-left section of the home page to open your profile page. Scroll down your profile page to the References section at the bottom part, and click on the name of the Couchsurfing user that left the reference you want to respond to; you will then be able to view his or her profile page. On the other member’s profile page, click the “Send Message” link right above his or her profile photo to start composing a message. Enter the subject of the message you like on the text field provided and type in your message on the other text field below. Enter as much details as you can, either thanking the Couchsurfing user (for positive references) or persuading them to change it (for negative references). Once you’re done, go over what you’ve written then click on the “Send Message” button. If all goes well, the other user can respond either by editing the reference he or she gave you, or by discussing the issue more. Be patient, polite, and courteous, especially if you’re trying to turn around a bad reference.

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Entre no site do Couchsurfing. Entre em sua conta. Acesse sua página de perfil. Selecione o usuário do Couchsurfing a quem deseja responder. Redija uma mensagem. Envie a mensagem. Espere por uma resposta de um usuário do Couchsurfing.


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Launch the App Store and search for Gboard. On the store page, press "Get" to install. After installation is complete, press "Open" to launch. At the launch screen, Gboard displays instructions for setup. Tap “Get Started” a second time and you will be redirected to the keyboard settings on your device. The list of available keyboards is displayed. A list of installed keyboards appears. Gboard will now appear in the list of available keyboards. Press “Gboard” in the keyboard list and tap “Allow Full Access”. A popup appears with security details. Press “Allow” to continue. Allowing full access means that the app can scan and store the data you type into the keyboard. It is required in order to use Gboard's Google Search functions, but the app/keyboard will still function in a basic way without it. Open any app that uses the keyboard (e.g. Mail or Messages). Tap and hold the Globe key on the keyboard and select Gboard from the menu. A brief feature tutorial will display and you are ready to use Gboard. You can also tap the globe icon (without holding) to cycle through available keyboards.

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Baixe o Gboard na "App Store". Selecione "Comece a usar". Toque em "Adicionar novo teclado". Selecione "Gboard". Habilite a opção "Permitir acesso total". Altere para o Gboard.


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Laundry that’s piled up on the floor can start to take on a musty odor, and this can make the entire room smell. What's worse, wet laundry can be a breeding ground for mold. Collect laundry from all over the house, separate it into loads, and wash it in the washing machine.  To ensure you kill mold and other bacteria on clothes, use a hot water cycle to wash the clothes. To dry your laundry, you can either tumble dry it, or hang it to dry if the weather is nice. Always check care labels before laundering or tumble drying any garments. You spend about a third of your life in your bed, so it’s no wonder that sheets, blankets, and pillow cases can start to smell up a room after a while. To remove these odors, strip the pillow cases, sheets, and other washable linens and covers from the bed, and wash them in the washing machine. When the bedding is clean, dry it in the dryer or on a line before making the bed again. Kitchen and bathroom sinks and drains can be home to mold, mildew, clogs, and other things that can cause bad smells in your house. To clean the drain, pour 1 cup (220 g) of baking soda down the drain. Pour 2 cups (470 ml) of white vinegar down the drain after the baking soda. Let the mixture foam and bubble for about 30 minutes. When the baking soda and vinegar mixture has had time to bubble its way through the drain, rinse the drain with a kettle-full of boiling hot water. Toilets are another household fixture that can house mold, mildew, bacteria, and other stink-sources. Pour 1 cup (235 ml) of vinegar into the bowl. Spray down the outside of the bowl and seat with vinegar as well. Let the vinegar stand for five minutes. Scrub the inside of the bowl with the toilet brush, and wipe the outside of the bowl and the seat with rags or paper towels. Flush the toilet to get rid of any particles that may have been scrubbed loose from the bowl. Mold has a particular smell that can permeate your entire home. It’s important for your health and the smell of your home to deal with any mold problems, such as in...

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Pegue e lave as roupas sujas. Lave a roupa de cama. Limpe os ralos. Limpe os vasos. Remova o mofo de superfícies duras. Aspire os pisos e os estofados. Tire o lixo. Limpe o cesto de lixo. Limpe os eletrodomésticos usados para alimentos. Dê um banho em seu cachorro.


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Lavender is a Mediterranean herb, so it thrives in hot, sunny locations. Choose a spot in your garden where the plant will receive full sun for at least 8 hours a day. The spot should also be as sheltered as possible to protect the plant from wind. Dampness is the enemy of lavender, so your most important consideration should be to choose a location where the soil is well-drained. The soil should be light, fluffy and well-aerated for optimum lavender-growing conditions.   To improve soil's drainage, you can mix in a little silica sand before planting. Silica sand offers many benefits: it drains well, does not cement, and is very reflective, which helps reflect sunlight onto the plant. This is especially helpful in colder and wetter climates.  Alternatively, try planting your lavender on a raised bed, at the top of a slope or beside a wall to maximize drainage.  If growing in a pot, consider setting the pot upon a bed of stones or gravel to optimize drainage of the soil. Lavender grows best in slightly alkaline conditions, with an ideal soil pH level of between 6.7 to 7.3. You can test your soil's pH level using a commercial test probe. These are available for purchase at home improvement stores and garden centers. If necessary, you can increase the alkalinity of your soil by adding a little lime. The amount you add will depend on your type of soil and the test recommendations. There are many species of lavender available for home growing. Whether they flourish or fail will depend on the conditions in the area in which you live. The types of lavender sold at your local nursery or garden center will usually be compatible with your area's conditions, though you can check the label on the plant or ask a nursery employee if you are unsure.  Munstead and Hidcote Lavender are two especially hardy varieties. While it is possible to grow lavender from seeds, this is not recommended as the seeds require scarification and chilling and can take nearly a month to germinate.

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Prefira um ambiente bem iluminado. Observe se o solo apresenta uma drenagem adequada. Meça o pH Compre a lavanda.


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Lavender is a fairly low-maintenance plant and will only need to be fertilized once a year, if that. Use a light top dressing of mixed compost and bone meal, sometime in early spring. An ideal time to fertilize your newly planted lavender is after the first watering. Allow the soil to dry, then apply the fertilizer. As mentioned before, dampness is the enemy of lavender and if the roots of the plant become excessively damp, it will kill the plant quicker than any drought or freezing temperatures. In fact, over-watering new lavender plants in spring is the main cause of growth failure. Once the lavender is planted, deeply water it every 7 to 10 days.  To achieve the proper level of watering, make sure that the soil dries between each watering; however the plant itself should not be allowed to become dehydrated.  If you are growing lavender in a Northern climate, you will water the plant very sparingly until the summer when temperatures can skyrocket and dry out the soil. You will then want to begin watering the plant every 7 to 10 days. If you're growing lavender in a pot, make sure the pot has excellent drainage to prevent water from pooling at the bottom. You can prevent weeds from growing around the base of your lavender plant by covering the soil with a thin layer of mulch. Use a light-colored mulch, such as coarse sand, gravel, or oyster shells. Mulch will also help to protect the plant's roots from winter frosts. Do not use wood mulch, which will retain moisture and can lead to root rot. The two most common pests that affect the lavender plant are whiteflies and spittle bugs.  Both can be removed by hand or with a steady stream of water.  Check the lavender periodically for reinfestation. Aphids can spread a virus known as the Alfalfa mosaic virus which affects growth and blooming of the plant. Remove any affected foliage and burn it. Be sure to sterilize all gardening tools with disinfectant, chlorine bleach, or isopropyl alcohol to stop the spread of the virus, too. , if desired. To dry lavender,...

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Fertilize o solo uma vez ao ano. Regue ocasionalmente. Previna-se contra ervas daninhas. Proteja a planta de pestes e doenças. Se desejar, resseque as flores.


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Lawsuits are time-consuming, unpredictable, and expensive. For these reasons, you might want to settle your case before going to court. Often, both sides are happy with a settlement. You’ll get some money to compensate you for your injuries, and the company can put this dispute behind them.  Mediation is useful if you don’t have a lawyer, since it is a form of guided settlement. You and the defendant meet with a mediator, who helps each side listen to the other. If you are successful, you sign a settlement agreement and dismiss your lawsuit. Draw up a list of witnesses who have helpful information. You’ll need to give the defense a witness list. You also need to make sure witnesses show up at trial, so serve them a subpoena. There should be a form you can fill out at the clerk’s office. Each trial is a little different. If you are in small claims court, then you probably won’t have a jury. Instead, a judge will hear the case. The process might be informal, or not—each state sets its own rules.   A trial in civil court will be more formal. Each side will make opening statements and closing arguments. As the plaintiff, you will call your witnesses first and then cross-examine the defense witnesses.  The best way to learn about a trial is to sit in on one. Courthouses are open to the public, so find a trial that has just started. Sit in the back and take notes. Pay attention to where the parties sit and stand, and the kinds of questions they ask witnesses.

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Avalie a possibilidade de um acordo ou de mediação. Intime as testemunhas. Siga para o processo.


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Lay a large trash bag flat on the table. Bags meant for outdoor use are ideal because they are made of thicker material. Use a soft tip marker to make the first mark a few inches below the top, along the left edge of the bag. The edge of the bag will become the center of the kite.  The trash bag you use needs to be at least 40 inches (100 cm) long for this kite. Depending on the color of the trash bag, make sure the marker you use is visible. For example, with a black trash bag a silver marker would work best. Using a yardstick or tape measure, measure 10 inches (25 cm) down the edge of the bag. Then measure 20 inches (50 cm) across, which should be somewhere in the middle of the bag. Make a mark here for the side corners. From the top point, measure 40 inches (100 cm) down on the edge of the bag and make a mark. The three points should now form a triangle on the bag, with the side corner mark being closer to the top mark.  If you only have trash bags that are smaller than the given measurements, just make sure your points are proportional. The mark for the side corner should measure half of the total length, so that when the bag is unfolded the length and width are the same. For example, the horizontal span could be measured at 10 inches (25 cm) and the length could be 20 inches (50 cm). As long as the proportions match, a smaller kite is fine. Using the yardstick or another straight edge as a guide, connect the top point to the side corner point and the side corner point to the bottom point. Your line doesn’t have to be perfectly straight, but as close as possible. Use sharp scissors or a box knife and cut as straight as you can along the lines. If you are going to use a box knife, you’ll want to put a large piece of cardboard under the material before you cut it out.  Save the extra material after you cut the kite shape out. This will be used later. After you cut the kite out, unfold the diamond shape and lay it flat on the table.

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Faça uma marca no ponto superior da pipa. Meça um ponto para os cantos laterais da pipa. Meça e marque o canto inferior. Ligue os pontos com um marcador. Recorte a forma.


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Lay down drop cloths under the guitar so that the paint doesn't stain the surface that you're painting on. Rest the guitar on top of the drop cloths with the back of the guitar facing up. You can purchase wood sealer online or at a hardware store. Purchase a water based wood sealer that has a high gloss. Use a white sealer if you're painting your guitar a lighter color. If you're painting it a dark color, apply a gray sealer. Saturate a dry rag in the sealer. Once the rag is saturated, drag it along the grain on the surface of your guitar. Make long movements and do not scrub in a concentrated area with the sealer. Once the back of the guitar is sealed, allow it to dry for 10 minutes, then turn the guitar over and finish sealing the front and sides. Once your rag looks dirty, dispose of it and use another, clean rag.  Remove the shielding in the electronics bay, Apply the sealer into all pickup and electronics cavities and neck pocket, being careful not to let it puddle in these areas. These areas are often overlooked and allow moisture to enter the wood. Let the sealer dry for an hour or two and come back and apply another even coat of sealer. The sealer will help the colored coats of paint adhere to the body of the guitar much easier. Continue adding more coats of sealer until you've covered the guitar three to five times in total.  Remember to let the sealer dry for an hour or two in between each new application. Once the guitar is properly sealed, the wood grain will be a much darker color. Feel over the sealer to make sure that it's no longer wet or sticky. Make sure that the guitar dries in a well-ventilated area so no one gets sick from the sealer's fumes. Using a 200 grit sandpaper, carefully sand over the shiny parts of the sealer. Make sure not to sand too hard or you may expose the wood grain underneath. If you do do this, simply reapply more coats of sealer to the guitar and allow it to dry before moving on. When you're done, the guitar should have a dull white or gray color.

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Coloque a guitarra sobre uma superfície plana e coberta com lonas ou folhas de jornal. Escolha um selante de madeira. Aplique o selante à guitarra usando um paninho. Deixe secar e repita a aplicação por mais três a cinco demãos. Deixe secar por três dias. Lixe as porções brilhosas do selante.