Article in English: If there's one thing that's guaranteed to fail and get you in lots of trouble, it's demanding money from strangers in a rude or confrontational way. Smile, be courteous, and thank people whether or not they choose to give you anything. Thanking people will lay the groundwork for developing a reputation in your area. If you develop a good working relationship with the people in the areas you solicit, they'll be more likely to give you money the next time. It's not worth telling someone off in the long run, even though you might be feeling frustrated. Whatever your tactic in asking--if you choose to tell people the whole truth, or if you spin a yarn to get some change--you need to sound like you're being honest. If you're asking for money to get a bus ticket because you really need a bus ticket, it won't matter if the person you're asking thinks you're going to buy booze.  Tailor your story to your location. If you're going to ask for a bus ticket, it helps if you're right around the corner from a bus station and have a bag. Name a specific location you need to get to, somewhere faraway and strange, like "Ohio." Make sure your appearance matches your story as best as it can. If you're playing the lost traveler, it won't help your story if it looks like you've been sleeping outside for the past couple months, even if you have been. Some panhandlers believe the key to success is in asking for a very particular amount of money for a very particular reason. "I need 40 cents to get a bus ticket, can you help me out?" tends to be a more effective approach than "I need to get a bus ticket." If you ask for a very specific amount of money, it increases the believability of your question. If you ask for a dollar you may get some spare change, but if you ask for 40 cents, you may get a dollar. To avoid intimidating people or making them frustrated and unlikely to give you anything, just come out and ask for what you're looking for: "Excuse me sir, I'm sorry to bother you, but I need some change to get something to eat." ...

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Seja educado, pois pedir dinheiro para estranhos de modo grosso não lhe trará sucesso. Seja crível. Seja específico. Seja claro e conciso. Seja complacente. Seja divertido, pois apelar para o senso de humor das pessoas é uma tática eficaz. Lembre-se dos doadores regulares. Lembre-se:


Article in English: If they're homemade, let them dry for 24-48 hours. In very humid areas, they may take longer to dry. Bath bombs are very reactive to moisture and will fizz early or fall apart if they aren’t fully dry before you wrap and store them.  You can determine if they’re dry by feeling to see if they are dry to the touch on all sides. If you bought your bath bombs from a store, then they will already be dry. It's best that each bath bomb be placed in its own bag. Otherwise, they will press against each other, causing pieces to break off. Simple sandwich bags will work. Just pick a size that’s big enough for your bath bombs. If your bath bombs are small, you might try snack-sized baggies for a tighter fit, which provides more protection. You want to keep the bath bombs as dry as possible, so press the baggy down to push the air out. You may want to seal it most of the way and then squeeze the air out through a tiny hole on 1 end. Run your finger over the seal a few times to make sure it’s fully closed. If it isn’t, then your bath bomb may start to break down early. Inside a cabinet is the best place. If you can, place it somewhere outside the bathroom to help it keep longer. Shower steam can activate the fizz in a bath bomb, making it break down early. However, bath bombs can be stored in a bathroom cabinet if you seal them properly.

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Comece com bombas de banho secas. Coloque a bomba de banho em um saco de plástico com fecho. Remova o ar do saco. Feche o saco para impedir a entrada de ar e umidade. Armazene em um local seco e fresco.


Article in English: If they’re unsure, show them some photos of different face painting designs they can choose from. Just make sure you can replicate any designs you’re showing them so they’re not disappointed in the end! Don’t be afraid to look at the photo every once in a while to make sure you’re painting the design right. If you don’t have any printed photos available, look one up online using your smartphone. Search something like “lion face paint” or “butterfly face painting design.” After a few minutes, lightly touch the paint with the tip of your finger to see if it's dry. If any paint comes off on your finger, let the paint finish drying. Once the paint is completely dry, continue painting.

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Pergunte a ela se ela gostaria de ter seu rosto pintado. Use uma foto para referência. Espere a primeira camada de tinta secar.


Article in English: If things in the office are tense, impersonal, cold, and unfriendly, then yeah, your employees won't be as motivated as they would if they walk into the office feeling happy, safe, and warm. Okay, so some people will never love walking in to work, but you can do your best to make them like the experience as much as possible. Have treats at the office, windows that offer lots of sunlight, and a friendly, casual atmosphere where people feel comfortable. Encourage communication in person, instead of over chat or email. Get people walking around and talking to each other. Sure, this may be 10% less efficient, but the morale boost it gives will be worth it. If your team is doing really well, don't just say, "Great job! You've worked hard!" Let them know that you really care by citing specific examples of how the team worked hard. Say something like, "You've done fantastic work with the latest fundraising campaign. Donations went up 30% from last year," or "Your group report was direct, helpful, and even entertaining, at times. I especially loved the chart on page 3 -- it really drove the point home." This kind of talk makes your team feel like you acknowledge their hard work. Along the same vein, it's important to be specific when you give criticism, too. Instead of saying, "You need to work harder," say something like, "This team needs to work on producing more monthly reports. If you wrote just one more report a week, productivity would really soar." Though your job and your team's job may be pretty straightforward, try to mix things up as much as you can. Even if your team's job is really to write reports all day, see if you can find a way to be a bit more creative so they are not doing the same old thing every day, and so that they stay motivated and excited to be there. No matter what the task is, if your team members are doing the same thing 8 hours a day, every day, they are bound to get bored and to lose motivation. It can be important to mix things up for at least a few hours a week. Even if it lowers...

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Crie um ambiente confortável. Seja específico. Mantenha a dinâmica entre vocês animada e com novidades. Mantenha-se positivo. Seja um bom modelo.


Article in English: If this person is part of your main crew or is someone with whom you’ve been very close, it’s time to expand your circle of friends. Call up someone you haven’t seen in a while and ask if they want to hang out. Or chat with that guy you’re sort-of friends with in science class and see if he wants to catch a movie sometime.  Focusing on this one person you have feelings for can narrow your scope: it can seem like no one else exists or can make you happy. Meeting new people reminds you this is not true. Don't isolate. You may feel like you just want to be left alone, and that's okay sometimes. But spending time with other people will speed up the healing process and distract you. Keeping busy is an important step toward redirecting your focus and not thinking about your feelings for this person. Don't give yourself time to think about it.  Volunteer or get involved in a cause you are passionate about. Go to the movies, listen to upbeat music, read a good book, exercise, or dance. Start a new creative project, like writing a story, song, or poem; draw or paint a picture; learn a dance. Concentrate on your studies or work. Laughter releases endorphins, which make you feel good and happy. Spend time with people who make you laugh, doing things you love. Go to a karaoke lounge and laugh at each other as you try to belt out pop hits. Go to an amusement park or play a sport that you love--exercise increases endorphins, too.  Watch a comedy, funny videos online, or even just search for funny animated gifs. Laughter increases pain resistance. When you experience emotional pain, it activates the same areas of your brain as physical pain. Laughing will relieve your heartache. Your self-esteem can take a major hit after rejection, and it's common to only focus on your perceived faults. They didn't like you because you are this or because you aren't that... this only worsens the pain. Focus on your positive traits, writing down your achievements, good things you've done, and things you really like about yourself.  Ask your...

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Reconecte-se com conhecidos ou faça novas amizades. Enriqueça a vida com novos hobbies e atividades. Divirta-se. Crie uma lista de coisas que admire em si mesmo.


Article in English: If this stuff can be found in toothpaste, it's got to work. Turns out there are free radicals in baking soda that can penetrate through your enamel, turning stains clear. Just dip your toothbrush in the stuff and scrub away for a couple of minutes, just like you're brushing your teeth. There has been some uproar about just how safe this is, for the record. While it is effective, some say that it damages the enamel of your teeth, weakening it or destroying it entirely, especially if you use the back and forth brushing method using a toothbrush with hard bristles. To be safe, you may not want to rely on this option in the long-term. Using this option two times a week is more than enough. This delicious fruit contains malic acid, an agent that can tear through stains. Crush up a berry in your baking soda paste, spread it on your teeth, and leave for five minutes. Brush it off and you're good to go! You can sometimes see a brighter tooth surface right away.  If you're in a hard spot, just rub the fruit on your teeth (cut up to get at the juices, of course) and wash off with a glass of water. Though it's up for debate, some swear that these two are natural teeth-whiteners, too. Just use them as a mouthwash or rub them onto your teeth and let sit for 10 minutes or so. Brush your teeth afterward, rinse out, and voila! However, these methods shouldn't solely be relied on. It may take a month or two before you notice any results. As if it could get any easier, right? Your local big box store or pharmacy probably carries a few options when it comes to teeth-whitening kits. Some are rather expensive and some aren't -- but all will warrant results (it's just a matter of time). If you can spring for it, do so. Check for “hydrogen peroxide” in the ingredients. This is helpful for whitening your teeth. A 6% concentration is more than enough. He has access to super powerful gels and trays that you won't find at your local pharmacy. And if he doesn't, for some reason, have any available, he probably knows someone who does. It...

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Clareie os dentes com bicarbonato de sódio. Use morangos para clarear os dentes. Tente usar óleo de coco ou vinagre de maçã. Compre um kit para branqueamento dos dentes. Consulte um dentista e veja quais produtos podem ser utilizados, como géis e plaquinhas não disponíveis em farmácias. Faça clareamento profissional.


Article in English: If you allow negative thoughts and memories to consume you, it can feel like there is no room in your life for anything positive or happy. Instead of allowing this to happen to you, take the opposite approach: fill your life with so many positive things that there is no room for negativity. Choose to occupy yourself with something goal-oriented, like school or your career, or things that make you feel good about yourself, like volunteer work or quality time with your friends. Reframing negative thoughts can be very helpful in allowing you to move forward. Everyone experiences painful things at times, but finding opportunities for personal growth can help you move past the hurt.  For example, perhaps you are hurt that your partner broke up with you. Rather than dwelling on the pain of this experience, try reframing it: "I am hurt because I lost my partner, but I learned a lot from that relationship that I can take with me into the next one." Or, as another example, perhaps someone was unkind to you. You can reframe this as "That person was hurtful, but I am strong and resilient and her behavior won't keep me down." When you begin to think about what happened, gently move these thoughts away and remind yourself about what it is that you are currently focusing on in your life. It's okay the acknowledge the memory, but quickly replacing it with a reminder of something positive in your life will help keep you from dwelling on it.  When you become preoccupied with thoughts about the past, try repeating the following phrase: "Bad things have happened to me in the past, but it is now the present and I don't have time to worry about the past because I am focusing on _______." Alternatively, you can take a moment to list all of the positive things in your life. If you fill your mind with happy thoughts, there will be no room for the negative ones. If you've been hurt by someone in the past, it can be easy to assume that others will hurt you in the future as well. Unfortunately, this kind of thinking can cause you to...

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Concentre-se em algo positivo. Encare experiências dolorosas de um ângulo diferente, como se fossem oportunidade de aprendizado. Note se há pensamentos intrusivos. Esteja aberto aos outros.


Article in English: If you already feel too awkward to even know how to properly greet your next-door neighbor, then the last thing you probably want to do is to put yourself out there and spend more time interacting with people. However, the more time you spend with people, the more comfortable you'll be socially, and the less afraid you'll be of saying or doing the wrong thing. Make a goal of spending more time with people and less time holed up at home.  Meet a variety of people through different networks, such as the school newspaper, the tennis team, or a youth group, and learn how to hang out with people with different interests and backgrounds. If you don't feel like you thrive in a group environment, invite a friend or an acquaintance for coffee or a small outing first. Getting to know people on an individual level can help you build the confidence to hang out in a group setting. Don't be silent. You can still not be putting yourself out there even if you're in a room full of people. Though you don't have to try to be the belle of the ball, if you're the shy sort of awkward, then make it a goal to speak up a bit more and to make your presence known so you're more comfortable with people reacting to you. Though it's impossible for anyone, even Justin Bieber or Brad Pitt, to ever fully stop caring about what people think, you can still make an effort to care less about what people think about you. If you're paralyzed by the thought of doing something wrong because you don't want to offend, bore, or annoy anyone around you, then you'll never be able to overcome your social awkwardness.  The next time you talk to someone, tell yourself that you're taking a risk and being dynamic, and that it's better to get the reaction you want than to do nothing. People can also tell if you're obsessed with what they think if you're constantly asking questions about what they think. If you always say things like, "Do you think my new haircut sucks?" or "Do you think I should stop playing the cello?" then you'll look like you don't have a...

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Dê a cara a tapa. Pare de pensar no que os outros acham (ou pelo menos finja). Desenvolva a confiança. Deixe as normas sociais um pouco para lá. Aceite a sua esquisitice. Não chegue muito cedo nem muito tarde.


Article in English: If you already have Acrobat Reader installed, ensure that you have the latest version. To do this, click “Check for Updates.” If an update is available, click “Install.” If no updates are necessary, proceed to the next step. If you don't have Acrobat Reader, point your web browser to get.adobe.com/reader. Remove the checkmarks next to the two “Optional Offers” (McAfee Security and TrueKey), then click “Install Now.” When the “Finish” button turns green, click it to complete the installation. Double-click the PDF file to open it in your updated version of Acrobat Reader. Open the View menu and select “Page Display.” There should not be a check next to “Single Page View.” If there is, remove it by clicking “Enable Scrolling.” In order to select the entirety of the document (rather than just one page), this step is crucial. Click somewhere in the document, then press Ctrl+A (Windows) or ⌘ Command+A (Mac) to select all text in the document. Once the text is selected, you can copy it by pressing Ctrl+C (Windows) or ⌘ Command+C (Mac).  Another way to do this is to open the Edit menu and select “Copy File to Clipboard.” To paste the text into another program, click where you'd like to add the text and press Ctrl+V (Windows) or Ctrl+V on Mac.

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Obtenha a versão mais recente do Acrobat Reader. Abra o arquivo PDF no Acrobat Reader. O modo de exibição não deve estar definido para "Exibição de página individual". Selecione todo o texto no documento. Copie o texto. Cole o texto em outro programa.


Article in English: If you also got Kool Aid on your clothes, it may not easily come out in a normal washer cycle. There are other tricks to get Kool Aid out of clothes, however.  Add liquid laundry detergent to the stained area before putting the clothing through the washer. Then, rinse it off with cool water. Make sure the water is cold and not warm, as warm water could cause colors to bleed.  Run the clothing through a washer. The strain should be gone when it comes out of the washing cycle. If Kool Aid spilled on the carpet, this can be difficult to get out. Water, dishwashing liquid, and vinegar can remove Kool Aid from carpeting.  Mix together two cups of cool water, one tablespoon of dishwashing liquid, and one tablespoon of white vinegar.  Clean the Kool Aid from the carpet using a washcloth. Blot at the stain until it's absorbed or removed.  Wet a washcloth with clean, cold water and blot the spot on the carpet to remove the solution used to remove the stain. Use the same solution to clean Kool Aid off furniture as you used for the carpeting. Blot at the spot where the stain was until it's absorbed and then use a clean, damp washcloth to remove the cleaning solution.

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Tire manchas de Ki-Suco das suas roupas. Tire manchas de Ki-Suco do tapete. Tire manchas de Ki-Suco dos móveis.


Article in English: If you annotate everything you read, your annotations won’t really help you find what you need when the time comes. Before you start reading, decide what you are looking for. If you are in secondary school, you may want to ask your teacher for a list of suggested annotations.  Clearly annotate the thesis and key parts of the argument in an essay. Underline evidence that you find questionable. This will be useful if you want to argue that the author’s thesis is wrong. Annotations on works of literature usually identify plot, character, and theme. However, they can also include setting, vocabulary and figurative language. If you are reading for pleasure, highlight points that you found very interesting and that you might want to go back to. Consider, for example, annotating quotes that you really like and might want to use later. In addition, if you run across a big idea that changes the way you think, highlight it so that you can return to it. . Successful annotation is only possible if you are always reading actively. Consider reading shorter works multiple times, circling things you had trouble understanding the first time.  Slow down. Read aloud verbally or in your mind. Don't skim through the text. You can also underline key terms or put brackets around longer phrases. No matter what your assignment is, you will need to understand the big idea of the text. Any part of the book that seems to speak to a major idea, should be clearly marked. Consider drawing a big asterisk in the margins so that you can easily find these elements later.  In an essay, the thesis is typically in the first paragraph, but not always. It summarizes the main point or idea of the essay. The theme won't be a sentence. Instead, look for the repetition of certain ideas or significant passages (usually during the climax of the story). If you miss something important it can be very difficult to go back and find it. Yellow highlighter is the best way to mark text without making it hard to read. Pencil is easy to erase if you want to...

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Leia o texto com cuidado e encontre os trechos mais relevantes. Leia com atenção. Realce a tese ou o assunto. Tenha sempre algo para escrever à mão. Use post-its para manter o livro limpo. Sublinhe passagens importantes. Identifique os personagens e tropos. Crie uma legenda para as anotações. Seja o mais consistente que puder. Sublinhe somente as passagens importantes para o trabalho.


Article in English: If you are adding water because the battery is weak or dead, it is better to fill it just enough to cover the plates (or leave it alone if it is at a normal level).  When a weak or dead battery is charged the electrolyte level will rise, therefore you should allow space for the level to rise when you charge the battery.  (This does not happen to a fully charged battery.) Electrolyte levels can also rise if the battery gets hot.

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Caso a bateria esteja fraca ou sem carga, evite encher completamente as células.


Article in English: If you are afraid to tell the person, the least confrontational way of letting them know would be to leave an anonymous note on their desk.  One drawback with this method is that it might cause the person to try to figure out who sent the note in the first place, distracting them from the real issue.  Just make sure to word the note as kindly as possible, avoiding any language or handwriting that could give you away.  Also be sure to place the note somewhere where no one else could accidentally come across it, as this will embarrass the person unnecessarily. Leaving a kit with some refreshing products is a great way to anonymously let the person know that there is a problem with their body odor.  Include things like mouthwash, deodorant, scented lotion, or wet wipes in a caddy or gift box, and make it look nice so it seems more like a gift than a mandate.  Leave the fresh kit in their gym locker, on their desk, or somewhere where they can find it in private. Bad body odor is such a common problem in office settings that there are many sites that send someone an anonymous email for you.  By filling out a few fields, the sites send an email explaining to the person that they have body odor, and some sites even include tips for managing body odor.  This is a great way to not only let the person know, but also to provide them with some information so that they can treat the problem proactively.  Try one of these sites or look one up yourself:  http://www.smell-well.net/us/odor-issue http://www.nooffenseoranything.com/bodyodor.html If the offending person is your superior or you have tried other methods of telling them without success, you should go to the HR department at your work.  Whether the body odor is unavoidable due to a medical condition or the coworker is unwilling to do anything about it, the HR department will handle it in a way that appeases both of you.  Perhaps another discussion from a third party will let the person know it’s not just you that things they have an odor issue, or maybe HR will move...

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Deixe um bilhete anônimo. Presenteie a pessoa com produtos, de forma secreta. Envie um e-mail anônimo. Fale com o departamento de recursos humanos.


Article in English: If you are an advertising student, there are probably people at your school whose job it is to advise your portfolio. Talk to your adviser about designing your portfolio, or bring your questions to the career counselor at your school. If you didn't go to school for advertising, but you want to become an art director, copywriter or creative director, then you should consider attending advertising classes.  If you are currently getting a four-year degree in advertising, there are probably classes specifically geared toward portfolio design. Ask your adviser about these. Even if they are not a requirement, take one anyway. Consider going to a portfolio school. These 1 to 2-year schools teach advertising and give you occasions to develop copy or art for your portfolio. You should have a professional looking portfolio by the time you complete the school. Take a portfolio building class from a local college or community center. Visit an advertising conference and sign up for a class on advertising and portfolios. If you have very little knowledge about building a portfolio, then it will serve you well to hear about the latest advancements online and in print. You should have at least 10 professional advertising samples at hand. Most contemporary advertising happens simultaneously across many platforms, so you will do best if you include samples that span a range of media. If you have worked on multiple ads for one campaign, include them together. Advertising agencies want to see your brand-building ability. A well-integrated campaign is the most professional thing you can showcase in your portfolio. If you do not have enough samples to create a portfolio, then you should work on creating some. If you have work for class or "spec" work that has not been finished or published, consider including it. Make sure your "spec" work is as high-quality as your finished pieces. If you are designing work from scratch just to build a portfolio, consider donating your efforts to an organization that could use your help. For...

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Avalie os recursos disponíveis. Reúna amostras de anúncios. Produza mais materiais. Avalie a possibilidade de trabalhar em dupla. Trabalhe na criação de um portfólio impresso e digital. Faça uma curadoria do trabalho.


Article in English: If you are around frigid water, such as the Arctic or Antarctic waters, you may be required to know how to use a survival suit. If you are told to put it on, do it immediately. It will allow you to survive longer in the coldest waters on the planet.  Don't venture into icy cold waters on a boat without preparing in advance. If you don't have a survival suit to keep you safe, the risk is just too great. Even if you're wearing a survival suit, you shouldn't stay in freezing water for too long. This aquatic garment seals out water completely and will keep you warm in cold water. If you know you will be around cold water such as the Pacific ocean or certain rivers where you might go whitewater kayaking), a dry suit is probably an acceptable level of protection. This is good choice for warm to cool waters, such as what you'd encounter while SCUBA diving or snorkeling in certain areas. Not all wetsuits are created equal. Some cover only the torso, while others cover the arms and legs as well. Make sure you know what type of wetsuit you need for the particular water temperature you're entering. Whenever you are out boating or doing some other water activity (apart from diving), always wear a personal flotation device. If will help keep you floating and it adds an element of warmth.  Some PFDs have good insulation that can make the difference between surviving or not in cold water. Consider putting reflective tape or another reflective material on your PFD in case you're caught in the water at night. This will help a search party find you more quickly. If you aren't actually wearing a wetsuit, wear layers of light clothing rather than heavy clothes. The layers will help to trap air but the lightness will prevent you from being weighed down.  Don't wear cotton. This fabric weighs you down when it becomes wet, and it doesn't keep you warm. Wear a wicking layer and a waterproof layer. Wool or another fabric that wicks moisture away from your skin should be worn underneath a protective layer of waterproof clothing. You...

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Vista um traje de sobrevivência. Vista um traje à prova d’água. Vista um traje de mergulho. Vista um colete salva-vidas. Vista roupas adequadas quando estiver próximo à água. Mantenha sua cabeça aquecida.


Article in English: If you are asked for a cube root of nearly any number, begin by selecting a perfect cube that is as near as possible, without exceeding your target number. For example, if you want to find the cube root of 600, recall (or use a table of cube numbers) that 83=512{\displaystyle 8^{3}=512} and 93=729{\displaystyle 9^{3}=729}. Therefore, the solution for the cube root of 600 must be something between 8 and 9. You will use the numbers 512 and 729 as upper and lower boundaries for your solution. The first digit came from your knowledge of certain cube numbers. For the next digit, estimate some number between 0 and 9 based on where your target number falls between the two boundary numbers. In the working example, the target of 600 falls about halfway between the boundary numbers of 512 and 729. So, select 5 for your next digit. Try multiplying out the estimate that you are currently working with to see how close you get to the target number. In this example, multiply 8.5∗8.5∗8.5=614.1.{\displaystyle 8.5*8.5*8.5=614.1.} After cubing your last estimate, check where the result falls in comparison to your target number. If the result is over the target, you will need to drop your estimate by one or more. If the result is below the target, you may need to adjust upward until you exceed the target. For example, in this problem, 8.53{\displaystyle 8.5^{3}} is greater than the target of 600. So you should reduce the estimate to 8.4. Cube this number and compare to your target. You will find that 8.4∗8.4∗8.4=592.7{\displaystyle 8.4*8.4*8.4=592.7}. This is now lower than your target. Therefore, you know that the cube root of 600 must be at least 8.4 but less than 8.5. You will continue this process of estimating digits from 0 to 9 until your answer is as precise as you want it to be. For each round of estimating, begin by noting how where your latest calculation falls between the boundary numbers. In this working example, your last round of calculations shows that 8.43=592.7{\displaystyle 8.4^{3}=592.7}, while...

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Use números cúbicos para definir limites superiores e inferiores. Estime o próximo dígito. Teste a estimativa elevando-a ao cubo. Ajuste a estimativa como necessário. Estime o próximo dígito para ter uma precisão ainda maior. Continue a testar estimativas e a fazer ajustes. Continue tanto quanto necessário, até atingir a precisão desejada.


Article in English: If you are choosing a new everyday style, it’s best to keep details about your life in mind.  Consider the needs of your workplace, how much time you have to style your hair, and how much effort you are willing to put in to your daily look. Regardless of the hairstyle you choose, it should work with your personality. You'll need to be comfortable with your new style, so don't pick a style that doesn't match your own personal tastes. If your stylist recommends a hairstyle that you don't feel comfortable with, politely tell them how you feel and find something else. It helps if you can go to a stylist that you're already familiar with, but if you need to find a new stylist, ask friends or coworkers for recommendations or check the internet and look at the ratings and reviews for local salons. Bring photos of hairstyles you like and ask the stylist if the look would work with your facial shape. Unfortunately, most of us need more than water and a comb to style our hair.  Start off with less expensive brands while you're experimenting with different types of products.  When you find something you like (such as hair clay), then you can try to find the right brand for you.  Here are a few possible products you can purchase, as well as the sort of look they'll help you achieve:

Summary in Portuguese:

Considere a ocasião. Corte o cabelo. Infelizmente, a maioria das pessoas precisa de mais do que água e pente para arrumar os cabelos.


Article in English: If you are close to a clinical or hospital, you may want to have a doctor remove the tick using an intradermal blister. This procedure is great for cleanly removing a tick without pulling it from the skin and risking stomach regurgitation. The procedure is relatively quick and painless. However, it does involve needles, so it may not be perfect for those with needle phobias. This is a medication used to numb tissue in a specific area. A Lidocaine filled blister will slowly begin to develop under the tick. Lidocaine is also referred to as Xylocaine. Because the tick will find the Lidocaine unappealing, it will release its grip and remove itself from the bite on its own. Because it was not pulled from the wound, the tick will not have released its stomach contents into your body.  Be sure to grab the tick before it runs off and finds a tastier spot on your body or attaches to someone else. Once the tick is gone, you can squeeze the Lidocaine out of the blister or let your body break it down on its own.

Summary in Portuguese:

Encontre o consultório mais próximo. Permita que o médico aplique lidocaína próximo ao local da ferida. Observe o carrapato desprender da pele.


Article in English: If you are concerned about a loved one, find a safe place to talk with him or her. Don’t mention your concerns in front of the potentially abusive partner. This could put your loved one in greater danger. Be honest with your concerns. Remember that this can be a terrifying topic to discuss, so be patient if your loved one doesn’t want to discuss -- or flat out denies -- the situation at first. It can be easy for you to think, “Why don’t you just leave this abusive situation?” However, for many people, leaving is a complicated issue. The person may have children s/he’s concerned for. S/he may truly love the abusive partner and hope that s/he changes. Don’t criticize your loved one’s decisions or speak as though you have “all the answers.”  Believe the person. Don’t diminish or belittle if your loved one tells you about the abuse s/he’s experiencing. Saying things like, “Oh, that doesn’t sound so bad” or “That doesn’t sound like something ____ would do” is not helpful. Remind your loved one that the abuse is not his or her fault. Validate your loved one’s feelings. One of the most damaging aspects of domestic violence is its effect on a person’s self-esteem. Abusers constantly tell their victims that they are not good enough or smart enough to make it on their own, and victims may come to believe this. They may believe that they are “crazy” for seeing what’s happening as abuse. They may feel depressed, confused, scared, or overwhelmed. Validate your loved one’s feelings and reassure him/her that these feelings are normal. The National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence has a PDF form to help victims of domestic violence make plans to increase their safety. You can help your loved one make this plan.  Abusive partners may monitor their partners’ internet and computer use at home. Offer to let your loved one use your computer to print out the form, or take him/her to a public library. Keep a copy of this plan yourself. That way, if your loved one needs help, you’ll know exactly what to do. Formulate a code...

Summary in Portuguese:

Converse com a pessoa em um lugar seguro. Ofereça ajuda sem julgar a pessoa. Formule um plano de segurança junto à pessoa. Disponha-se a ajudar a pessoa sempre que ela precisar. Não a pressione.


Article in English: If you are cooking any parts of a chicken from frozen, there is an increased risk for foodborne illness. To kill any pathogens in the chicken, be sure to cook the meat to an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C). Always prepare from frozen chicken in the oven or on the stovetop and, as a rule of thumb, cook it about 50 percent longer than you would thawed meat.  For example, it would take about two hours to roast a thawed 5-pound (2.25 kg) roasting hen at 350°F (177°C). If frozen, a similarly sized chicken would take about three hours to cook thoroughly at the same temperature. Check the internal temperature of the meat by inserting a meat thermometer into thickest part of the breast and the innermost part of the thigh and wing. If the thermometer does not ready 165°F (74°C), continue cooking the bird. Do not try to cook the frozen chicken in a slow cooker. The appliance will not get hot enough to kill the pathogens in the meat. It also leaves the meat sitting for too long at unsafe temperatures. Turn on your oven and heat it to 350ºF (177ºC). While your oven warms up, put the frozen chicken breast-side-up in a large roasting pan. This will ensure that the densest meat of the bird gets thoroughly cooked. Depending on the size of the chicken, you may also be able to use a Dutch oven instead of a roasting pan. If the bird is not frozen closed, try to remove the giblets from inside of the chicken. Once you remove the giblets, stuff the bird with your favorite ingredients, such as lemon, onion, rosemary, and thyme. Then rub the exterior of the chicken with olive oil and sprinkle it with salt and pepper. If you cannot access the inside of the bird, wait until it has cooked for about 45 minutes to remove the giblets. Use tongs and an oven mitt to remove the giblets and insert any stuffings that you want. Place the seasoned chicken in the oven uncovered and roast for about 90 minutes. Then increase the temperature of the oven to 450ºF (232ºC) and cook the chicken for another 15 to 30 minutes. This will help...

Summary in Portuguese:

Tenha cuidado ao cozinhar um frango congelado. Preaqueça o forno a 180 °C. Revista o frango. Cozinhe o frango.


Article in English: If you are currently married to the other parent, you can petition for custody once you start one of the following cases:  Divorces, annulments, or legal separations, which are cases you will file if you want to end your marriage with the other parent; Domestic violence restraining orders, which you will file if you have been the victim of domestic violence; Petitions for custody and support of minor children, which you will file if you and the other parent do not want to get a divorce, but you want to set up a custody arrangement for other reasons; or Child support agency cases, which occur when you are the subject of a local child support enforcement case. If you are not married to the other parent, you can petition for custody once you start one of the following cases:  Parentage cases, which are filed when parents are not married but have children together; Domestic violence restraining orders; Petitions for custody and support of minor children, which can also be filed when you and the other parent were never married at all; and Child support agency cases. After you have opened an appropriate family law case, you will need to file a petition for custody of your child. The remainder of this article will take you through that process.

Summary in Portuguese:

Comece o processo enquanto ainda estiver casado. Comece o processo mesmo depois do fim do casamento. Faça a solicitação no fórum após o início do caso.


Article in English: If you are dealing with a sore vagina, place an ice pack on the area to help lessen the pain. The cold temperature of the ice pack will numb the nerve endings in the area, making the soreness more bearable. To use the ice pack:  Wrap the ice pack in cloth. Do not put the ice pack directly on your skin, as it can burn your skin. Leave the ice pack on the area for 15 to 30 minutes. If you do not have an ice pack, you can use a plastic bag filled with ice, or a bag of frozen vegetables. Again, make sure to wrap the cold item in a cloth. A sitz bath is a small, shallow tub that is specifically designed to clean and reduce inflammation of the genitals. You can purchase a sitz bath at your local pharmacy. Fill the bath with warm water and soak your sore vagina in the water. Soak in the tub for 15 to 20 minutes.  A cool bath can also be helpful. Talk to your doctor before adding things like salt, baking soda, or vinegar. Scented soaps, moisturizers, tampons, and pads can cause your vagina further irritation. The chemicals used to create the scent can cause aggravate skin. Avoid using any scented products around your vagina while soreness persists. Stick to unscented products when you can, including unscented toilet paper. This can worsen the pain. You may be tempted to touch your vagina to examine it. However, you should only have a medical professional evaluate the cause of vaginal soreness.  Make an appointment with your gynecologist if you're concerned about vaginal soreness. If you're in a relationship, you and your partner should refrain from sexual activity until the soreness has passed. You should consider wearing 100% cotton underwear. Cotton is a very breathable fabric, and will be easier on a sore vagina. You want your vagina to get as much airflow as possible.  If possible, do not wear any underwear at night. This will give your vagina maximum airflow. Put on loose clothing. Tight clothing might be very uncomfortable. Skip the nylon leggings for the day and wear a loose skirt, dress, or pants instead. Try...

Summary in Portuguese:

Use uma bolsa de gelo para anestesiar a região. Faça uma banho de assento. Não use produtos aromatizados. Evite tocar sua vagina ou fazer sexo. Use calcinhas confortáveis. Faça exercícios Kegel.


Article in English: If you are experiencing any strange symptoms, you should always contact a doctor first before trying to treat it on your own. A doctor can help determine the cause of your symptoms, and provide medical support as you work to eliminate the cause and treat the symptoms. A doctor will also be able to monitor your symptoms to see if they worsen and identify any potential underlying causes not associated with mold, such as the flu, hay fever, or other issues. The most common symptoms people report from exposure to mold are the same symptoms you might experience if you have bad seasonal allergies, since people can be allergic to the spores. If you think you might be allergic to mold, you should see an allergist if you can.  Antihistamines can help relieve the symptoms of itching, sneezing, and runny noses, but they won't treat the underlying cause.  You can get loratadine (Claritin or Alavert) or cetirizine (sold as Zyrtec) over the counter, or ask your doctor for a prescription if you need a higher strength. These come in kid-friendly chewable tablets, liquid, and pill form.  You can also use antihistamines that come in a nasal spray, such as azelastine (Astepro) or olopatadine (Patanase). These are only available with a prescription. Exposure to mold may lead to symptoms of congestion, such as a runny nose and clogged sinuses. Nasal corticosteroids can be used to decrease the congestion in your nose and sinuses.  Be aware of the possibility of developing "rebound symptoms" (symptoms that return) when you stop using the medication. This sometimes occurs following heavy or repeated use of nasal corticosteroids. Remember that nasal corticosteroids do not treat the mold itself; rather, they simply work to alleviate symptoms commonly associated with mold toxicity. To treat exposure to mold toxins, physicians sometimes prescribe oral antifungals. These work "systemically" (throughout your body) to attack any fungi (mold) that may be present. The downside to antifungal medications is that, in addition to killing off any...

Summary in Portuguese:

Vá ao médico. Tome um anti-histamínico. Use corticoides nasais em caso de congestão. Experimente um medicamento antifúngico.


Article in English: If you are faced with a bully, one of the best strategies to use is removing yourself from the situation. Take a different route to class. Walk in a group where you are less likely to be singled out. If it is not possible to avoid the bully all together, make sure you are never alone with him or her. The bully may not want witnesses to the bad behavior so even taking the step to have another person with you may help to end the problem.  Bullies target those they know that they can get a reaction out of, so don't make it obvious that you're avoiding them. If the bully is on social media, block the profile and remove any connections you share with them. Be aware, however, that the bully may create a new profile, so be careful when accepting new requests. A bully may call names or try to embarrass you, but ignoring the taunts may send the message that he or she will not be getting a reaction out of you. The bully will likely move on.This is going to be very hard to do in some cases, but think of it as a game and it may get easier Don't explain anything to the bully; chances are, they know that they're being ignored and why. Telling them this will only give them the satisfaction that they're bothering you. Making a joke at someone else’s expense is often the go-to behavior for a bully. You can take the sting out of this by simply laughing along. This approach also works if the bully uses sarcastic compliments to be mean.  For example, instead of getting upset when they sarcastically tell you that you look nice, say “Why, thanks, Bethany!” as nicely as you can and walk away. Using humor may seem odd, but if the bully sees you don't care or don't “get” you're being made fun of, the jokes will stop. If you are being bullied by a coworker or a family member whom you interact with frequently, you need to speak with this person privately about his or her behavior.   Talk to the bully in private but not in complete isolation. For example, talk to them in the breakroom at work, rather than in the back parking lot. Enlist...

Summary in Portuguese:

Evite o agressor sempre que possível. Ignore qualquer comportamento inadequado. Leve as coisas no bom humor. Confronte a pessoa.


Article in English: If you are filling the box with a material that flows—like earth, sand, a liquid, or a gas—rather than large, discrete objects, then it may behoove you to calculate the volume.  Volume is measured in cubic inches, cubic centimeters, cubic feet, etc. A "cubic inch" describes a cube with three measurements—length, width, and height—that each measure exactly one inch. In order to find the volume, thus, you will need to multiply the length of the box by the width of the box by the depth of the box.  If the box has thick walls (thicker than, say, a quarter inch), be sure to multiply by the interior depth rather than the exterior height. If you are filling a box with something, it is not enough merely to know the volume of the box. You will also need to figure out how much (of the earth, sand, liquid, etc.) you have, and compare that figure to the size of the box itself. You might use a program for this rather than doing the calculations yourself. Try searching online to find a suitable one. If your box is square or rectangular, this will give you the volume in cubic inches. For example: if your box is 10 inches wide, 15 inches long, and 9 inches deep, you'll multiply 10" x 15" x 9" to get 1350 cubic inches. You can use an online unit converter to find the volume in liters, gallons, or other units. If your box holds an irregular shape, consider using an online volume calculator for more complicated equations: http://www.calculator.net/volume-calculator.html

Summary in Portuguese:

Descubra se precisa calcular o volume da caixa. Calcule o volume do objeto que quer guardar na caixa. Multiplique o comprimento pela largura e a profundidade.


Article in English: If you are following a set of instructions for an official LEGO car set, make sure you have the instructions and all the pieces needed for your car. If you are designing your own car, make sure you have a variety of LEGO pieces handy so that you can create whatever you want. For a very basic LEGO car, you will need a minimum of 4 tires of the same size, 2 axles of the same size, and at least one long LEGO piece to connect them. LEGO also manufactures pieces like steering wheels, seats, windshields, and car doors that you may enjoy adding to enhance your car’s details. A table or desk near a bright lighting source is a good place to build a LEGO car. You want to find a space that’s big enough for you to spread out your pieces (and instructions, if you’re using them). LEGO pieces are small and can pose a choking hazard to pets and small children if they’re left lying around. If they’re left on the floor they might also be stepped on, which can be painful. Building on the floor will work, but keep an eye on your pieces to make sure they stay in a contained area. Organize the pieces by size and shape, so it is easier to pick the pieces you need. If working with small children, make sure the children do not put the LEGO pieces in their mouths, as they are a choking hazard.

Summary in Portuguese:

Reúna o material. Encontre um espaço seguro e limpo para fazer o carro. Espalhe as peças de maneira organizada na sua frente.


Article in English: If you are going to pretend to be sick, tell your parents that you don't feel well a couple of days beforehand. Your "sickness" will be more believable if your parents see some symptoms before the actual day that you pretend to be ill.  To fake a stomach ache, tell your parents that you may have eaten something bad at school. To fake a cold, say that your throat has been feeling a little scratchy.  Get started the night before by waking up and telling your parents that you’re feeling sick. Either mimic your symptoms from before, or just say, “I feel like I’m getting sick." Get up a little later than you should. Tell your parents you’re not feeling so great. Walk around slowly, like your muscles are achy, and don’t fix your messy, sleepyhead hair.  Don't eat too much breakfast. Sick people often lose their appetites, so this will help with the illusion.  If you’re faking cold/flu symptoms, cough and sneeze and say you’re feeling dizzy. If you’ve been faking stomach symptoms, rub your stomach and moan that it hurts. Your parents will probably want to check if you have a fever or not, since a fever can be the sign of true illness. To convince them you’re really sick, you’ll need to make them believe you have a temperature.  Soak a towel in hot water, wring it out, then place it against your forehead for 1 minute. This will heat up your head and body and make your fever more believable. Boil some water in a kettle, then pour it into a bowl. Lean over the bowl until your skin feels flushed, then step away. This will make you feel clammy. Rub a thermometer between your hands until it reaches 99–101 °F (37–38 °C). Don't go higher, however, or you might risk a trip to the hospital. If your parents ask if you want to stay home, don't say yes immediately. You need to act like missing school is a really hard decision to make. This will make it seem like you really want to make the effort to go to school but can't.  Think about it for a minute or two and say something like, "But I want to go to PE." Then tell them, "On...

Summary in Portuguese:

Monte toda a cena. Acorde "mal". Finja uma febre. Faça uma pose de durão no começo, mas depois desista. Mantenha a atuação.


Article in English: If you are going to use eye cream, you should also take steps to make sure that your skin is overall healthy. One of the most important parts of skin care is hydration. Take steps to make sure that your skin receives the right amount of moisture.  Hydrating your skin doesn't actually have to do with drinking a vast amount of water. Instead, it means making sure that your skin receives enough moisture from the environment. Consider a humidifier. If your home is dry, a humidifier can add extra moisture to the air. Cold air dries out your skin. Wear a scarf over your face in cold weather. Moisturize your face and body immediately after showering. This will help lock in moisture. Taking good care of your skin requires some effort. A healthy facial skin care routine involves several steps. Make sure to wash your face with a gentle cleanser.  Wash your face twice a day. Any more than that can dry or damage your skin. Consider using a toner or serum. These liquids can help soften and tone the skin. Moisturize your entire face. Use a day cream in the morning, and a thicker night cream before bed. Don't forget SPF. Make sure to use products with sunscreen anytime you leave the house. Lack of sleep can do a lot of damage to your skin. This is especially true for the sensitive area around your eyes. If you don't get enough rest, you could suffer from puffiness and dark circles.   Get enough sleep. Aim for between 7-9 hours each night. Try to relax. Stress can cause the same damage as not getting enough sleep. Try yoga or mediation. Both can reduce tension and help you get glowing, youthful skin.

Summary in Portuguese:

Mantenha-se hidratado. Crie uma rotina eficiente. Descanse.


Article in English: If you are gone a couple of days, most fish should be fine without food. If you are on a month long trip, your fish will require food. Whenever you leave your fish to travel, there will always be risks. If you have rare and expensive fish, always make sure that you have the proper care plan laid out, and make sure it is as foolproof a plan as possible. Different fish have different dietary needs. Be sure to know exactly what kinds of fish you have.  Carnivores require live food and/or carnivore pellets. Omnivores: A large amount of fish fall into this category. Most fish in this group could be fed a food block(bought from a local fish store).  Feeder blocks work by encasing food in a block of minerals that dissolves gradually in water over several days. For omnivores with a stricter diet of pellets and dried foods, use the automatic vacation feeder as described in the carnivore section. Herbivores: These are fish with a vegetable and plant diet. If you can feed them dried seaweed or vegetables, then use the vacation feeder. If they must get fresh vegetables than it would be best to get someone to come over and feed your fish.

Summary in Portuguese:

Leve em conta o tempo pelo qual ficará fora. Entenda os riscos. Leve em conta o tipo de peixe.


Article in English: If you are having an attack of nausea or vomiting, you may want to eat using the BRAT principle, which stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast. These foods may settle your stomach and ease fears of vomiting because they are easy to digest.  Try other easily digestible foods such as crackers, boiled potatoes, and flavored gelatin.  Add more complex foods as you feel better. For example, you might try cereal, fruit, cooked vegetables, peanut butter, and pasta.  Stay away from trigger foods or anything that might upset your stomach. For example, dairy products and sugary foods can make you feel nauseous. Dehydration can cause nausea and lightheadedness and may trigger your emetophobia. Drink clear liquids throughout the day to keep hydrated and not overtax your stomach.  Drink any liquid that is clear or melts into clear liquid, such as an ice cube or popsicle.  Stay hydrated by choosing drinks such as water, fruit juices without pulp, soup or broth, and clear sodas such as ginger ale or Sprite.  Sip ginger or peppermint tea, which may keep you hydrated and ease nausea. You can use either commercial ginger or peppermint tea bags or brew your own tea with a few mint leaves or a piece of ginger.  Avoid any liquids that may cause nausea such as alcohol, coffee, or milk. Make sure that you are sleeping enough each night, which can help relax you and may help control your fears. Consider a short nap during the day to relieve nausea. Decrease your activity if you are experiencing a bad phase because a lot of movement may stimulate nausea and vomiting. Wearing constricting clothing puts pressure on your belly. This can increase the feeling of nausea or cause you to throw up. Avoiding tight clothing may keep your stomach soothed and in turn relax you and ease fears of vomiting. Consider clothing if you’re eating out and may bloat. Wearing jeans if you’re eating pizza or another food that causes bloating might not be a great idea because as your stomach fills, your clothes may get tighter. Instead, you might want...

Summary in Portuguese:

Alimente-se de maneira simples. Consuma líquidos claros. Descanse bastante e tire sonecas. Use roupas bem folgadas.


Article in English: If you are in a relationship and you get diagnosed with diabetes, it’s important that your partner is informed about your diabetes. You should tell them whether you have type 1 or type 2, and then explain what that means for you. Your partner may be really scared or confused after your diagnosis. Don’t leave them in the dark. Encourage them to learn about your condition, treatment, and management. When you have diabetes, you may have blood-sugar related mood swings. You may feel irritable, weak, or confused. You may get upset easily or snap at your partner. Tell your partner that these mood swings may occur and to not take it personally if it happens.  For example, you may go too long without eating, which makes you feel irritable. Because of this, you might get angry at your partner due to something that is a minor irritation. You can say, “If I have a blood-sugar related mood swing, be patient until I eat something or level out. Know that I do not mean to be angry or snap at you if I do.” Along with relying on your partner for support, it is also important to look to other people who can relate to your experiences. There are online support groups that you can join to talk to people who are going through similar things. Try joining an online support group to find additional support and benefit from supporting other people as well.

Summary in Portuguese:

Incentive seu companheiro a se interessar pela condição. Peça compreensão nas suas mudanças de humor. Procure grupos de apoio na internet.


Article in English: If you are in an arctic area, or an area that receives snowfall, you should collect snow that has a bluish look to it. This will prevent you from consuming frozen water that is high in salt content, which could contribute to your dehydration. Frozen water that has a higher concentration of salt will appear gray or opaque. There are many ways you might melt your ice into water that will quench your thirst. In extreme situations, you may have to find a container and then cuddle it, using your body heat to melt the snow. In other cases you may be able to use a match, lighter, or other heat source. Once the snow has melted, you may purify the water using several different methods, such as:  A water purifying tablet to cleanse the snow, now turned to water, for consumption. A filtration device, like a water purifying straw, to drink your melted snow. Using your heat source to bring the melted snow to a boil. Allow it to boil for a least a minute to guarantee the water has been purified. In an arid setting, if you spot a depression or moist patch of sand behind a sand dune, in a dried out lake, a gully, or some similar feature, you should dig down in that area to search for water. If you notice water beginning to puddle at the bottom of your hole, you're in luck. It can be helpful to brush up on your knowledge of edible and poisonous plants, but this may be an unrealistic option for your situation. Instead, simply seek water in vines, cacti, and roots. Cut a notch in the plant and wait for liquid to seep out. In the case of cacti, break it open and suck moisture from its pulp, being careful not to eat any of the cactus, as it could make you sick. Generally, you should avoid drinking plant sap that is:  Thick Colored Sour or bitter Sharp or unpleasant in odor

Summary in Portuguese:

Colete restos de gelo para fazer água. Derreta o gelo para purificá-lo. Procure por água em locais com areia úmida ou barro. Localize plantas que contenham água, como cactos saguaro ou em forma de barril.


Article in English: If you are in anyway unsure about the weather conditions at your destination, consider packing layers rather than bulky "just-in-case" items like rain jackets or jeans. That way, you can layer up or down depending on whether it's hot or cold.  For example, you can pack a combination of long-sleeved and and short-sleeved t-shirts which you can wear individually or layer up if it's cold. Or instead of taking bulky jeans, try packing some light-weight but cozy leggings which you can wear underneath dresses and skirts. Most suitcases and bags have extra outside pockets which are ideal for storing the plastic bag containing your toiletries. Storing the bag here will make it easily accessible when you're going through security - which is important as you will need to remove it from your case for screening.  Keeping the bag here will also make your toiletries easier to reach while traveling, which is great if you need to freshen up during your flight. In addition, having your liquids separate from the rest of your suitcase is a good idea in case any of them should spill or burst during transport. Opening your bag to find all of your clothes are covered in sticky shower gel is never fun! It may be tempting to take your expensive watch or diamond jewelry with you while traveling, especially if you plan on attending any fancy dinners or special events. However, it is very easy for such items to become lost, broken or stolen while traveling, so you should try to leave these things safely at home. It's just not worth the heartbreak of losing your engagement ring somewhere in the Mediterranean. Consider buying a cheap (and perhaps waterproof) watch just for your holidays. Chunky, costume jewelry is a great option for embellishing your outfits without the need for expensive gold and silver. This step is pretty obvious, but make sure to look up the weather forecast in your destination are before you leave. If it's raining in London, you may want to pack a small, fold-up rain jacket and an umbrella for your arrival and leave...

Summary in Portuguese:

Prefira itens mais leves e evite os muito volumosos. Coloque seus itens de higiene pessoal em um compartimento externo. Deixe os itens de valor em casa. Verifique como estará o clima antes de sair. Seja neutro. Preste atenção aos itens proibidos. Verifique o peso permitido.


Article in English: If you are installing and signing into the app for the first time, then a refresh should not be necessary. This button appears in the upper left corner of the app. This will open a menu with a list of account and app settings. This option is listed under the “Account” header. After tapping a “Refreshing…” notification will appear and disappear when the refresh is complete. Select “My Library” from the “≡” menu and any changes made on the web platform will be reflected on your mobile device.

Summary in Portuguese:

Abra o aplicativo do Google Play Music. Toque em "≡" para abrir o menu. Toque em "Configurações". Toque em "Atualizar". Verifique se a sua biblioteca foi atualizada com a arte de álbum.


Article in English: If you are interested in meeting him, offer your number and talk about meeting in person.  This way you can hear the tone in his voice to further gauge his interest.  You could say, “I’m really enjoying getting to know you, here’s my number.  Give me a call and let’s find a time and place to meet.”  This example let’s him know that you are interested in moving forward but you want to plan it together. If you want to talk first and then discuss meeting try responding with, “Here’s my number.  Give me a call, I’d love to chat.  Maybe we can even meet up sometime.” Let him know you are interested and would love to chat more over coffee or drinks.  To be safe, choose a location that is public and where there will be other people around including a few of your friends.  For instance you could say, “My friends and I are going out for drinks later, I would love if you dropped by so that we can meet.” Inform him about a public event you’ll be attending,”There’s a watch party for the World Series game tonight in town.  I’ll be there hanging out with some friends.  Why don’t you join us?" If you want a more romantic setting than going for drinks with friends, try suggesting a “real date.”  You could offer going to dinner, a park and picnic, a museum, sporting event or a shared interest activity.  This can still be a public place for safety but for just the two of you.  Offer a suggestion like, “There is a great park by the river downtown, what if I pack a picnic lunch, you grab something for dessert and afterward we go kayaking?” For a bit more romantic setting, “There’s a new restaurant I’ve been dying to try in the city.  Would you like to meet there for dinner this weekend?”

Summary in Portuguese:

Passe seu número e fale de marcar um encontro depois que vocês se falarem pelo telefone. Sugira um lugar casual e seguro que tenha bastante gente em volta e amigos seus para o primeiro encontro cara a cara. Sugira um encontro tradicional se você quer ficar sozinha com ele.


Article in English: If you are just learning how to turn, the snowplough turn is a great place to start. Angle the front tips of your skis toward the middle, so the back end of your skis are spread wider than the front end. With this positioning, you point the right ski in the left direction and the left ski in the right direction. Start at the top of the slope. To gain momentum, bend your knees slightly, keep your feet centered, and angle your shoulders slightly forward.  As you do this, you will start to slide down the slope. This way, you’ll start gaining speed so you can easily make your turn. Distribute your weight onto the right ski as you slide down the slope. Since your right ski is slightly angled toward the left, you'll slide toward the left side. To ski toward the left, simply push with your left leg instead of your right. If you want to change directions, shift your weight back onto both skis by pivoting your hips so they are straight. This slows down your speed, so you can easily adjust to the other side. If you want to turn the opposite direction, simply lean the opposite way. Take some weight off of the right ski if you want to pick up speed and turn sharply. If you want to slow down and come further across the slope, put more weight onto one side of your ski. By adjusting your weight, you can change the speed of your turn.

Summary in Portuguese:

Posicione os esquis para fazer um “V”. Deslize para frente utilizando o próprio peso distribuído igualmente para começar a se mover. Empurre a perna direita para fazer uma curva para a esquerda e a perna esquerda para fazer uma curva para a direita. Distribua o peso igualmente nos dois esquis novamente para fazer uma nova curva. Altere a distribuição de peso para se deslocar mais rápido ou para percorrer uma distância maior.


Article in English: If you are like many people who have a processed hair color that is different than their natural one, you will need to dye your hair once more to match your new outgrowth. This will allow you to grow out your natural hair and disguise where your roots meet your processed hair.  This is a necessary step to avoid two-toned hair. Avoid doing this yourself. Ask your hair stylist to match a permanent hair color to your natural outgrowth so your hair will stay one shade as you are growing it out. If your current locks are damaged, split, or very dry, think about embracing a major haircut. Occasionally, hair can become so damaged that you will be unable to add anymore dye onto the processed hair to match it to your roots. Don't hold on to hair that looks damaged just for the sake of having longer hair. Cutting your hair will help you transition to natural hair faster. Colored hair takes a toll on hair follicles. Try not to do anything that will continue to dry out your hair like using heating tools to style it or shampooing too often.  Let your hair air dry after a shower. Do a deep conditioner treatment once a week to lock in moisture. Once you have your natural hair, don't go back to square one by using harsh chemicals. Even semi-permanent hair dye and toners will clog your hair follicles and damage your natural hair. Remember, sun-in products are not all natural and will cause damage. While sun-in products will lighten your hair without the use of bleach, it is still a product that changes hair follicles. It will also create a noticeable difference in the tone of your hair when your roots start to come in a darker color.

Summary in Portuguese:

Pinte o cabelo da mesma cor que as raízes. Corte o cabelo de um jeito diferente. Não use nada que resseque os fios. Não use tintas fortes ou produtos sun-in quando o seu cabelo estiver totalmente natural.


Article in English: If you are living in a high-density populated area it may be causing you undue stress. A change of scenery to a calm and peaceful location will enhance your efforts to live a simple life. Your home is your sanctuary.  If you must stay close to where you currently live, then research prospective properties to rent or buy. Using a property manager can be very helpful. If you are interested in making a big leap, then research areas farther away that offer what you desire. You might feel better and more positive about living near the ocean, in the mountains, or on the top floor of a beautiful skyscraper. Consider buying a "tiny house." This small scale version of a house has everything you could want. Designed for the minimalist who enjoys all the comforts of home in an extremely small space. The house can be placed on a piece of property, hooked up to water and sewer and you call it home. You can forego a large mortgage in exchange for a creatively designed little, peaceful, environmentally conscious home. There are plenty of people who own a high-line car with a payment that is equivalent to a house payment. This is another instance where the extra income it requires to pay for this item could be re-purposed to free yourself from financial obligations.  Small eco-friendly cars will get you where you want to go and decrease your carbon footprint. Less pollution means a simpler, cleaner existence. Get a bike and ride it to work. It is great exercise and you will always have a great parking spot. There is nothing worse than going to a job every day that you hate. If all your attempts to make it more enjoyable have been unsuccessful, you would benefit from changing jobs and/or careers. If you are spending 80 hours a week cranking out sales quotas that leave you depleted and stressed, it is time for a change toward the simpler life.  As you follow your plan you may find that you don’t have to make as much money to support your new lifestyle. This will allow you the freedom to explore options that may be more in line...

Summary in Portuguese:

Mude de casa. Simplifique seu transporte. Mude de ramo. Dê prioridade ao seu bem estar. Seja responsável por sua felicidade.


Article in English: If you are looking for a delicious frappé with all the tastes of fall, add just a few additional ingredients and make a pumpkin pie frappé. Here's what you'll need:  ½ tsp. vanilla extract ¼ tsp. pumpkin spice, ground ½ cup unsweetened coconut milk from a carton, not canned 2 tbsp. whipped cream 1 dash cinnamon, ground Include the vanilla extract, pumpkin spice, and coconut milk in your initial mixture and top your frappé off with a dash of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. If you love the sweet toasted flavor of hazelnut, you're going to go crazy for these few extra ingredient additions. Just add 1/4 cup of hazelnut syrup and 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract to your initial mixture. Top it off with a dash of whipped cream and cinnamon if you'd like! Try a double chocolate chip frappé by adding chocolate chips, chocolate syrup, and vanilla extract.  Add 1/3 cup chocolate chips to your original mixture. You can try milk chocolate, semi-sweet, or dark chocolate chips for fun variations. Pour in 3 tbs. chocolate syrup and 1/8 tbs. vanilla extract and blend until smooth. Drizzle some chocolate syrup along the inside of your glass and pour your frappé into it. Top with whipped cream drizzled in more chocolate syrup. Start with vanilla bean flavored coffee beans or grounds. Add 1 or 2 scoops of vanilla bean ice cream to your mixture and blend until smooth.  Add a dash of whipped cream drizzled with caramel syrup for a delicious foamy topping. Add a couple drops of vanilla extract for a stronger vanilla flavor. Top it off with a dash of whipped cream. Simply add three tablespoons of instant coffee, 1-4 tbs. sugar (to taste), a small amount of water, and milk (if desired) to a shaker and shake it up. Pour it into a tall glass with ice and enjoy with a straw. Add a scoop of your favorite ice cream to the blender for a thicker milkshake frappé. Try a scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream for a refreshing mint chocolate frappé. Break up your favorite candy bar and add small pieces to the blender for an added crunch or...

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça um frapê com sabor de abóbora. Faça um frapê de avelãs. Coloque chocolate. Faça sabor baunilha. Faça um frapê grego tradicional. Seja criativo.


Article in English: If you are new to building ecosystems, you may want to start small. However, the smaller your container, the harder it is to maintain a self-sustaining environment. Larger containers allow for the inclusion of multiple diverse species and give everything room to grow. All containers must be clear to let in light.  A small glass bowl is fast to set up and doesn’t take up much space. While smaller bowls can be more difficult to sustain, they are still manageable for beginners. Medium aquariums (10–30 gallons (38–114 l)) have more space for growth, but are more expensive and still limited in the size for growth. Large aquarium (60–200 gallons (230–760 l)) have ample space for growth and diversity and are most likely to be successful; however, they are very expensive and hard to make room for. Fluorescent lighting is important for the growth of the plants in your ecosystem. It is recommended to provide 2 to 5 watts per 1 gallon (3.8 l) of water for a freshwater aquarium. Incandescent lighting will not help your plants grow. The substrate is the soil of the aquarium that allows the plants to anchor and grow. It must be properly established before doing anything else to foster an environment of growth and recycling of nutrients.  If using a small bowl, start with 1 inch (2.5 cm) of sand and then add about  1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm)  of pea gravel on top. For medium to larger aquariums, start with 2 inches (5.1 cm)  of sand and about  1 inch (2.5 cm) of pea gravel on top. Sand and pea gravel can be purchased from a pet store or obtained from a nearby pond. The water is important because it will establish the first source of food for the fish and other organisms: algae and microorganisms. You can start with distilled/bottled water, dechlorinated tap water, or water from a previous fish tank or aquarium.  If you use distilled/bottled water or dechlorinated tap water, mix some fish flakes in with the water to encourage growth. Adding some water from an already established tank will also help growth because it will already have...

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha um tamanho para o ecossistema. Exponha o tanque à iluminação fluorescente. Coloque o substrato do ecossistema. Encha o recipiente com água. Compre uma grande variedade de plantas. Cultive pequenos animais. Coloque peixes ou camarões no sistema.


Article in English: If you are not already signed in to your Drive, click Go to Google Drive to sign in now. This selects the folder. It’s near the top-right corner of your Google Drive. It’s the second option in the list. This opens a list of folders. This highlight’s the folder’s name. If you want to move this folder into a brand new one, click the small folder icon at the bottom-right corner of the list of folders, type a name for the folder, then click the check mark. Now you’ll see that folder listed as an option in the folder list. It’s the blue button at the bottom of the folder list. The original folder is now saved to its new location.

Summary in Portuguese:

Acesse o endereço https://drive.google.com no Windows ou Mac. Clique na pasta que você deseja mover para selecioná-la. Clique no botão ⁝ próximo ao canto superior direito do Google Drive. Clique em Mover para.... Clique na pasta de destino. Clique em Mover.


Article in English: If you are not new to Skype, you can just type the username and password that you have used on other devices. If you are new to Skype, click on "Create an account" in the first screen that appears after installation/start up. If you must create a new profile, you will need to provide a name and email address. Skype may find contacts on its own via the email account you provided. If a list of potential contacts pops up, look over the list carefully to find anyone you may want to call. There should be an icon that looks like the silhouette of a person along with a "+" sign. If you cannot find this, there is also a "Contacts" drop down menu on the top of the Skype window. One of the first available options should be "Add Contact." Click on this option. You can search for a person using their full name, Skype username, or email. Enter the information and then click "Search Skype."  If you are searching for someone just using their name, there is a good chance you will find other people along with the one you intended to find. Look over a profile before you add them. If you have any difficulty sorting through the profiles, contact them through other means and confirm their Skype name or email. This specific information should be the easiest way to find them. " This will not automatically add them. You have essentially just sent a request that they be added to your contacts list, and they must confirm. After confirmation, the contact will be added.

Summary in Portuguese:

Crie um nome de usuário e uma senha. Confirme os contatos encontrados pelo Skype. Procure o ícone "Adicionar". Procure seus amigos e membros da família. Clique em "Adicionar aos Contatos.


Article in English: If you are only citing 1 line of verse from a work by Shakespeare, use quotation marks around the line of verse. Make sure you include all punctuation in the quotation marks. For example, you may write, “Prospero feels doomed by his decision, stating: ‘Hell is empty.’” If you are using a quote that contains more than 1 line of verse, separate each line with a slash (/). This will help the reader understand the verses appear on separate lines. You do not need to put a space on either side of the slash. For example, you may write, “In the play, Prospero refers to the temporality of life, noting: ‘We are such stuff as dreams are made on/and our little life is rounded with a sleep.’” If you are including a longer quotation from the play that spans 3 or more lines, start the quotation on a new line, 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the left margin. Do not use quotations around the quote. For example, you may write, "The character Ariel tries to soothe with a song that describes fear as fleeting:Full fathom five thy father lies; Of his bones are coral made;Those are pearls that were his eyes:Nothing of him that doth fade,But doth suffer a sea-changeInto something rich and strange.Sea-nymphs hourly ring his knell: Ding-dongHark! now I hear them,—Ding-dong, bell." Apply the same block quote formatting, 1 inch (2.5 cm) from the left margin. Begin each section of dialogue with the character’s name in capital letters. Put a period after the character’s name, followed by the quotation. Indent any subsequent lines spoken by the character 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) from the left margin. Start a new line when the dialogue shifts to a new character and do not use quotation marks. For example, you may write: "The play’s first moment of betrayal involves two characters abandoning their authority figure:ANTONIO. Let's all sink wi' th' king.SEBASTIAN. Let's take leave of him."

Summary in Portuguese:

Coloque um único verso entre aspas. Use barras quando for transcrever dois ou três versos. Insira mais de três versos em blocos. Use blocos para transcrever um diálogo entre personagens.


Article in English: If you are presenting with signs and symptoms that may be indicative of a pulmonary embolism, one of the first things the doctor will do when you arrive in the Emergency Room is order a series of blood tests. There is a blood test test called a "D-dimer," which can be used to rule out a pulmonary embolism, but not to rule it in. What this means is that, if your D-dimer is negative, you can rest assured that you do not, in fact, have a pulmonary embolism. If it is positive, however, it is suspicious (but not diagnostic) of a possible pulmonary embolism.  A D-dimer test measures "fibrin degradation fragments" in the blood. In other words, it is a measure of the presence of clotting factors in the blood (hence why it is useful in the investigation of a potential blood clot in the lung - aka a pulmonary embolism).  Other blood tests will also be performed to rule out other medical conditions that may present similarly to a pulmonary embolism, such as a heart attack or heart arrhythmia. For instance, your doctor will test your troponin levels (a heart-related enzyme) to assess for a possible heart attack. Another test that will be done immediately when you arrive in the Emergency Room with symptoms suggestive of a pulmonary embolism is an ECG (electrocardiogram). You may also receive ongoing cardiac monitoring - which is basically continuous ECGs recorded on a monitor that your doctor can see and watch over a period of time.  The ECG (or cardiac monitor) may show characteristic signs of a pulmonary embolism, such as the characteristic S1Q3T3 pattern.  Alternatively, a completely normal ECG (or an ECG with no abnormalities other than a faster than usual heart beat) may also be indicative of a pulmonary embolism, as this condition does not always present with overt signs on the ECG tracing (or cardiac monitor). An ECG (or cardiac monitor) can also be used to rule out other conditions, such as a heart attack (which may show elevated "ST segments," an abnormality not consistent with a pulmonary embolism). A CT angio...

Summary in Portuguese:

Faça exames de sangue. Faça um eletrocardiograma (ECG) ou monitoração cardíaca contínua. Faça uma angiografia pulmonar. Faça o exame V/Q (ventilação-perfusão). Quando os exames acima não forem o suficiente para descartar a condição, pode ser necessário realizar uma arteriografia pulmonar com cateter.


Article in English: If you are reading factual information, such as a textbook or a newspaper, use the organization of the piece to guide you. Read sections like summaries, introductions, and conclusions first to get a better sense of where important information is.  Look for the main idea in each section you read and then “read around” that main idea. It often comes first or very early on in the section. You should use the table of contents, section headings, and titles to determine where to read first. If you are reading for a class, guide yourself by reading for information that is relevant to the class. Focus on what you need to learn from your reading and pay less attention to the rest of it to best comprehend the material.  To get a sense of the class guidelines, look over the syllabus or outline for the class and pay attention to what the instructor emphasizes in class. Look over your homework assignments and quizzes to see what sorts of information from your reading that you’re normally tested on. Select keywords or phrases and use those to search within the book electronically, if possible, to find the relevant passages. This is a good way to ensure that you’ll only read useful material and won’t waste time or energy on the irrelevant parts. If you’re not able to electronically search the contents of the book, you can also look for keywords or phrases in the index and find where they are in the book that way.

Summary in Portuguese:

Leia as seções mais importantes primeiro, em vez de seguir a ordem cronológica do livro. Leia com as orientações do professor em mente. Tire vantagem dos recursos digitais.


Article in English: If you are renting an affordable apartment or living space, focus on cutting down on other expenses like your internet costs, your cellphone, and your food costs. Reducing your expenses by $10-$20 a month can add up to more funds in your checking account and a higher income. Focus on stacking savings on top of one another to add up to a large amount of money saved. This means embracing a frugal lifestyle and not spending money when you do not need to. One of the biggest expenses is likely your car. From the car itself to car maintenance and insurance, it can be a big money suck. When possible, bike to work or to run errands rather than pay to fill up your gas tank and using your car. Investing in a good bike means a small payment of $500-$1,000 that will provide you with free transportation for a long period of time, possibly for life. That gas money can then go towards increasing your overall income. On average, most U.S. households spend 12.9% of their income on food a year. Reduce the amount of money you spend on food by cooking your own meals and only eating out once or twice a year. There are several budget friendly food blogs and books with recipes that take a short amount of time and won't break your budget. Make grocery shopping part of your weekly routine. Take a list of grocery items to the store to avoid expensive spontaneous purchases or buying unnecessary items. Minimize your recreational spending by looking for free activities in your area or city. Go for hikes or walks, attend free street fairs or local events, and take advantage of entertainment that doesn't involve spending money. Do home repairs yourself, and maintain your car to avoid costly repairs at an auto body shop. Look for how to videos online on bike repair and fix it yourself. Being your own handyman means you will have the skills to complete tasks yourself and avoid paying someone for these services.

Summary in Portuguese:

Reduza seu aluguel. Em vez de dirigir, vá para o trabalho caminhando ou de bicicleta. Evite comer fora de casa. Encontre opções grátis de lazer. Siga à risca o lema "faça você mesmo".


Article in English: If you are riding with groceries, book bags, or any other items, be sure to hold on to them properly. If the elevator ride is empty, you may leave your items on the floor, especially for longer rides. However, holding on to your items ensures more space for potential passengers. Elevator rides can be crowded, and ensuring the safety and comfort of others should be on your mind. If you travel with a pet, be sure to secure it with a leash or carry it; not all people are comfortable with pets roaming freely. Also, be sure to have your children close to you. It is also good practice to have them be mindful of others' spaces. The most proper elevator etiquette would be to keep noise levels from silence to minimal. Conversations either in person or over the phone should cease when possible. Use headphones for listening to music instead of playing it out loud. If you are traveling with an infant, kindly refrain from riding while the child is crying. Riding an elevator may be difficult for some people with worries such as germs or confined spaces. If you know riding an elevator is a difficult but unavoidable task, prepare yourself for the ride by multiple means.  Choose portable, hand-held activities. Read a book, check your email, send text messages, check social media, create to do lists, or any small task that requires enough focus to ease your mind.  Listen to soothing music. A nice pair of head phones and delicate tunes can ease your thoughts for a better ride. Ride elevators more often. Practice makes perfect, and conquering a fear is no different. Taking more elevator rides will help you get use to the activity. Think of a calm setting. Train yourself to create soothing settings that relax you, and enter that mental picture when you ride the elevator. As you ride, be aware of stops for two reasons. First, passengers need to enter and exit; you might have to give people space to help them slip in or out. Also, each stop brings you closer to your floor, and you may be able to move towards the door. However, in...

Summary in Portuguese:

Proteja os seus pertences. Seja educado ao fazer o percurso com crianças ou animais. Controle o nível de barulho. Acalme seus nervos e ansiedades. Preste atenção às paradas.


Article in English: If you are seriously wondering whether or not you might be transgender, you're probably not fully gender conforming. This doesn’t necessarily mean that you are transgender, but it could. It may also mean that you are gender variant in another way.  Ask yourself why you are curious. If it's persistent discomfort with your assigned gender, or attraction to the image of yourself as a different gender, you may be transgender. Consider the possibility that your gender is nonbinary: if you don't feel like you are exactly a man or a woman, you could be something else. If you feel comfortable with your assigned gender but you notice yourself acting out of step with other cisgender people, that doesn't necessarily mean you're transgender. You could just be a feminine man, or a masculine woman. Keep in mind that being transgender is not the same as being transsexual. Transsexual is an older term used to describe people who have taken medical steps to permanently change their physical sex. Some transgender people may use hormones and even have surgery, but not all do. Many transgender people showed strong signs of gender dissatisfaction as children. Persistent desires lasting more than six months are often understood as a sign of gender dysphoria. Signs include:  Insisting you are not the gender your parents say you are. Thinking you will grow up to be a gender other than your assigned one. Casting yourself as another gender during imagination games. Dressing up, or wanting to dress, in clothing associated with this gender. Preference for friends of this gender. Strong desire to participate in group activities, games, and pastimes typical of this gender. Rejection of gendered toys that correspond with your assigned gender. Dislike of your own anatomy and/or genitalia. Feeling sadness, fear, confusion, embarrassment, anger, or other emotions. Many transgender people feel alienated from the role they are asked to play in society. Ask yourself if you feel alienated from the things you are asked to do with other people of...

Summary in Portuguese:

Reconheça a sua curiosidade. Pense nos desejos de sua infância. Pergunte a si mesmo se você se identifica com seu papel social. Observe como você se sente com o seu nome de nascença e os pronomes usados para descrevê-lo. Reconheça a disforia corporal.


Article in English: If you are shopping for shoes, try to pick out a couple of pairs that can be worn with most of your outfits. These could be classic black flats, a nice pair of boots, or short wedges that you can wear with your skirts and dresses. Try on the shoes and make sure you can walk in them easily; if you are planning on wearing them with many of your outfits, it’s important to be able to walk in them. As with your clothes, consider the event you are going to when picking out the shoes you will wear that day. In certain formal events, sandals might not be appropriate, while wearing high heels at school might make it hard to get from class to class on time. If your shoes get damaged or scuffed, try to buff the marks out, or use polishes to make your shoes look shiny and new again. Part of looking nice is being dressed well—from your head to your feet. If you are not sure how to clean your shoes, take a look at some of the following articles:   Shine shoes  Polish shoes  Wash shoes Accessorizing can help to take your outfit to a whole new level. When creating outfits for yourself, try on different kinds of jewelry and see how they change or affect the outfit you are wearing. Sometimes, adding a statement necklace or chandelier earrings can take your outfit from nice to outstanding. However, try not to over-accessorize. For example, if you are planning on wearing a chunky necklace, try wearing a small pair of stud earrings, rather than a pair of dangling earrings that could make your jewelry feel overbearing. Jewelry can draw a person’s eye, which can be both a great thing and an unwanted thing. For example, if you want your focus to be on your face, wear large or dangling earrings. If you want the focus to be on the rest of your outfit, consider wearing a longer necklace that ties your whole outfit together. However, if you are wearing a low-cut shirt, try to refrain from wearing a longer necklace, as it might draw too much attention to your chest area. Accessories are not just limited to jewelry and shoes. You can...

Summary in Portuguese:

Escolha alguns sapatos que vão ficar elegantes. Use sapatos apropriados para a ocasião. Mantenha seus sapatos parecendo novos. Experimente diferentes tipos de joias. Considere onde você quer que seja o foco ao colocar acessórios. Experimente diferentes tipos de acessórios. Crie a sua própria "regra de ouro".


Article in English: If you are still in school, join the drama club. Look for announcements regarding drama club meetings, or ask your guidance counselor to help you connect with the correct faculty member to get you started. Then, attend all meetings and practices. This is a great way to learn fundamental acting skills and participate in your first plays or musicals.  In drama club, you can learn things like different methods of acting, writing your own material, trying out different characters, and stage/costume design. In addition, consider majoring in theater or acting in college to continue your education. Look for small playhouses and theaters in your area, and research any workshops, classes, or training courses. Most communities have a local theater in the area, and many native actors offer ways to gain acting skills, such as summer workshops, personal lessons, or networking events. Make a selection based on what you want to learn, and sign up for the class online or in person.  This is a great idea if you want to take up acting but did not join a drama club in school.  Improvisation classes are a good place to start. Improvisational acting trains you to pay attention to cues and respond quickly. You'll learn to naturally react to others' prompts and silence your inner critic. When you advance past basic acting classes, you can take specialized classes for film or stage acting, which require different skills. Experiment with both to figure out which suits you best. famous actors and read plays and acting books. Acting has its own rich history, language, and terminology. To familiarize with the acting world, read history books and articles on acting, and look over the biographies of famous actors. In addition, read plays as a way to keep your passion going. For example, familiarize yourself with the Shakespeare classics and the Globe Theater. to learn about different expressions and behaviors. A great way to expand your acting knowledge is to observe the people in your daily life. Take a second to watch others while at a...

Summary in Portuguese:

Participe de um grupo de teatro ainda na escola. Faça aulas de teatro ou participe de oficinas fora da escola. Faça pesquisas Observe as pessoas para se familiarizar com as expressões e os comportamentos diferentes.


Article in English: If you are talking to a guy via the computer, check out any online profiles he has given you access to and bring up information he has posted publicly. Compliment him on something he's posted, or ask him questions about someplace he's visited.  This works especially well if you are talking to someone via the messaging system of an online dating website, but it can also work if you are messaging something using a social media outlet. In addition to posting about things the guy said, you can also ask him about photos on his page. For instance, if his profile picture shows him standing in a forest, you can ask him where he was at in the picture and remark on how lovely the surroundings are. Friendly, entertaining texts or online messages can be a fun way to continue a conversation. Deeper conversations need to happen in person. Don't ask him too many personal questions through text or online, unless he's made it clear that he's comfortable talking this way.  Being funny, and adding emoticons, helps keep a conversation going. Even a single smiley face or wink can help shape the tone of your text in a light-hearted direction. Texting can be a great way to give him little compliments. When talking to a guy through email or social messaging, reply to him within the same day, if possible. If talking to a guy via text message, try to respond within a few hours.  You do not need to reply right away. Replying to an online message within an hour or so is fine. Make sure you're not always the one sending the first text. Give him a chance to miss you. If this is a guy you see in real life or hope to see in real life, then you should save most of your long conversations for meeting in person. That said, you should talk about things more significant than the weather when you talk via text or email.  Ask about weekend plans and major projects going on at work. Avoid asking for advice on significant dilemmas in your life or opinions on hot political issues. If a guy does not reply to your first text or online message, resist...

Summary in Portuguese:

Comente algo que você viu na página dele. Mantenha a conversa casual. Responda dentro de um período razoável de tempo. Mantenha as mensagens curtas, mas significativas. Evite o abuso de envio de mensagem. Compense a falta de linguagem corporal.