Items that stretch when wet such as wool and loosely knitted garments should be dried flat on a surface such as sweater drying rack. This can still be placed outside, perhaps on a table or other clean surface. Some items might not look as good after line drying, such as flannelette, terry cloth, chenille, and napped or pile fabrics. It pays to test each item rather than assume the item won't look good, as most fabrics will line dry fine. If the care label says not to dry in direct sunlight, hang the item over the clothes horse in the shade or indoors instead. Sleeping bags and duvets don't always dry so well on the clothesline because the down can drop to one end. To avoid this, hang them across several lines, as if they were like a tablecloth covering a table. This will evenly distribute the weight.

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Разложите шерстяные и вязаные вещи на ровной поверхности. Разложите вещи из текстурированных тканей. Расположите горизонтально вещи с подкладкой.


Its app icon resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. It's in the top-right corner of the Chrome window. Doing so prompts a drop-down menu. You'll find this near the bottom of the drop-down menu. The Settings page will open in a new tab. It's at the bottom of the page. Clicking it unlocks more options below. This section is at the bottom of the Settings page. This option is at the very bottom of the Settings page. It's a blue link on the right side of the page. Google Chrome will begin searching for interference from programs on your computer. You'll see this option if Google Chrome finds any malicious software or toolbars on your computer. . Once you've gotten rid of programs which are harming Google Chrome (if applicable), you can attempt to change your home page back to something other than Bing. You may need to do this in order to remove any additional settings changed by the malware:  Click ⋮  Click Settings  Click Advanced  Scroll down and click Reset settings  Click RESET when prompted.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите браузер Google Chrome. Щелкните по &# 8942;. Нажмите Настройки. Прокрутите вниз и нажмите Дополнительные▼. Прокрутите вниз до раздела «Сброс настроек и удаление вредоносного ПО». Щелкните по Удалить вредоносное ПО с компьютера. Нажмите Найти. Щелкните по Удалить, если будет предложено. Измените домашнюю страницу Chrome Восстановите настройки Chrome.


Its app icon resembles a red, yellow, green, and blue sphere. It's in the top-right corner of the window. Clicking this icon prompts a drop-down menu. You'll find this in the middle of the drop-down menu. A pop-out menu will appear. It's at the top of the pop-out menu. Doing so opens the History page. Scroll through your history entries to check them as needed. While you can clear an individual item from your Chrome history by clicking ⋮ and then clicking Remove from history, you can clear all of your Chrome history at once by doing the following:  Click Clear browsing data on the left side of the page. Make sure "Browsing history" is checked. Select a time frame to clear from the "Time range" drop-down box. Click CLEAR DATA at the bottom of the window.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите Google Chrome. Щелкните ⋮. Выберите История. Нажмите История. Просмотрите историю Chrome. Очистите историю (если нужно).


Its app icon resembles an orange fox wrapped around a blue globe. Type in about:config and press ↵ Enter to do so. It's a blue button in the middle of the page. Click the search bar, then type in javascript.enabled to search for the matching result. If you see "true" below the "value" heading that's on the right side of the page, JavaScript is currently enabled; this is the default Firefox setting. If you see "false" below the "value" heading, proceed. Double-click javascript.enabled near the top of the page. You should see the status below the "value" heading change to "true".

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите Firefox. Перейдите на страницу конфигурации. Нажмите Я принимаю на себя риск!, когда появится запрос. Найдите опцию JavaScript. Посмотрите на значение опции JavaScript. Измените значение опции JavaScript на «true» (если нужно).


Its app icon resembles an orange suitcase with a white "A" on it. Ubuntu Linux comes with this built-in software manager, allowing you to remove programs in just a few clicks. If you can't find Ubuntu Software, click the Ubuntu logo in the upper-left corner of the screen, type ubuntu software into the search bar, and click the Ubuntu Software app icon. This computer-shaped tab is at the top of the Ubuntu Software window. Scroll through the list of installed programs until you arrive at the one that you want to uninstall, or type the name of an installed program into the search bar in the top-right corner of the window. It's to the right of the program that you want to uninstall. If asked to confirm, click Remove again, or click OK. The prompt that you see may vary slightly depending on your version of Ubuntu. Your program should now be uninstalled.

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Откройте Центр приложений Ubuntu. Перейдите на вкладку Установленные. Найдите программу, которую нужно удалить. Нажмите Удалить. Подтвердите свое решение, если будет предложено. Закройте Центр приложений Ubuntu.


Its icon resembles a blue background with a white "W" on top. If you'd rather edit an existing document, simply double-click the document in question. It's in the top-left corner of the templates page. If you're editing an existing document, skip this step. This tab is in the top-left side of the Word window, to the right of the "Home" and "Insert" tabs near the top of the page. It's in the top-right side of the Word toolbar near the top of the window. It's at the bottom of the drop-down menu here. You'll see it at the top of the "Fill Effects" window. It's near the top of the window. This option is at the top of the "Printed Watermark" window. Clicking it will open your computer's default picture storage file (e.g., "Photos") for browsing. You can also choose Bing or OneDrive from this menu if you'd rather search for a photo or use one from Cloud storage, respectively. Doing so will select it.  It's at the bottom of the window; doing so will apply your selected picture to your document's background. Unlike with an image watermark, this background picture won't be transparent. Your text color will change to stay visible if the picture you chose is too dark or too light to adequately display text.

TL;DR in Russian:

Откройте Microsoft Word. Нажмите Пустой документ. Нажмите Дизайн. Щелкните по Цвет страницы. Нажмите Способы заливки. Щелкните по вкладке Рисунок. Нажмите Рисунок. Нажмите Из файла. Щелкните по изображению. Нажмите Вставить. Щелкните  по OK. Введите текст (как обычно).


Its icon resembles a blue background with a white "W" on top. If you'd rather edit an existing document, simply double-click the document in question. It's in the top-left corner of the templates page. If you're editing an existing document, skip this step. This tab is in the top-left side of the Word window, to the right of the "Home" and "Insert" tabs near the top of the page. It's in the top-right side of the Word toolbar near the top of the window. You'll see this option to the left of the "Page Color" and "Page Borders" options. This option is near the middle of the "Watermarks" drop-down menu. Clicking it will bring up the "Printed Watermark" window. It's near the top of the "Printed Watermark" window. You'll see this button just below the "Picture watermark" section. This option is at the top of the "Printed Watermark" window. Clicking it will open your computer's default picture storage file (e.g., "Photos") for browsing. You can also choose Bing or OneDrive from this menu if you'd rather search for a photo or use one from Cloud storage, respectively. Doing so will select it for your watermark. It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. This action will take you back to the "Printed Watermark" window. You'll find this at the bottom of the window. Your selected picture will appear as your document's background watermark. You can also resize your picture by clicking the "Auto" box and choosing a percentage (e.g., 200), or you can uncheck the "Washout" box to prevent your picture from appearing transparent. The watermark will remain in the background of your document, meaning anything you type will remain on top of your selected image. Your text color will also change to stay visible if the picture you chose is too dark or too light to adequately display text.

TL;DR in Russian:

Откройте Microsoft Word. Нажмите Пустой документ. Нажмите Дизайн. Щелкните по Подложка. Щелкните по Настраиваемая подложка. Установите флажок у опции «Рисунок». Нажмите Выбрать. Нажмите Из файла. Щелкните по изображению. Нажмите Вставить. Щелкните  по OK. Введите текст (как обычно).


Its icon resembles an orange fox wrapped around a blue globe. It's in the top-right corner of the window. A drop-down menu will appear. This option is about halfway down the drop-down menu. Doing so opens the Firefox settings menu. On a Mac, you'll click Preferences here instead. It's on the left side of the window. You'll find this heading near the bottom of the "Privacy & Security" section. This option is near the bottom of the "Permissions" section. Doing so will disable the pop-up blocker for your Firefox browser. Alternatively, you can click Exceptions... to the right of the "Block pop-up windows" box, type in a website's address, click Allow, and click Save Changes to allow pop-ups for a specific site, but not your entire browser.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите браузер Firefox. Коснитесь ☰. Нажмите Настройки. Перейдите на вкладку Приватность и защита. Прокрутите страницу вниз до раздела «Разрешения». Снимите флажок у опции «Блокировать всплывающие окна».


Its rear end should be facing you. If you have a partner, they should secure the dog by wrapping one arm around the neck and the other at the side of the body, hugging the dog close to them. You should be at level with the dog's bottom, in a position that is comfortable to maintain.  While the process shouldn't take too long (about five minutes), the first time may require a little extra time and patience. Make sure you're in a comfortable position. The procedure won't hurt your dog, but if the glands are particularly swollen or impacted, your pet might be guarding their backside more than usual. Be careful and pay attention to your pet's body language. Talk to it, stroke it, and attempt to keep things as relaxed as possible. You yourself should stay relaxed, as well: this will help things go smoothly. Place two fingers (thumb and forefinger) on either side of the anus. The anal glands are beneath the skin, just under the anus, at approximately 4 o'clock and 8 o'clock. If the glands are full, you will feel a slight bulge, about cherry-sized, when pressing inward just below the anus.  Emptying the glands depends on pressing in the right place. If you can't feel the "cherries," you are either in the wrong place or the glands don't need emptying. Sometimes only one gland may be full. This could be a sign that the glands were functioning normally but that one has become infected or impacted. Call your vet before attempting to express the sac. This could require a round of antibiotics. Keeping your thumb and forefinger on the glands, gently apply pressure up and in, in the direction of the anus. You should not squeeze continuously, but rather in gentle pulses. Don't apply too much pressure: no more than you would apply to your own closed eye. If you're milking correctly, the liquid should be coming out in slow drips.  If nothing is coming out, try adjusting the position of your fingers. The liquid smells strongly of fish and may be anything from a clear, smooth consistency to a brownish, grainy substance.  If the...

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Поместите собаку перед собой в положении стоя. Поднимите хвост собаки, закрутив его наверх, чтобы открылось анальное отверстие. Старайтесь не напугать собаку. Найдите анальные железы. Надавливайте на железы вверх и внутрь в сторону заднего прохода. Смотрите на собачий зад, как вытекает жидкость. Если ничего не выходит после нескольких попыток, прекратите. Продолжайте выдавливать, пока железы не опорожнятся. Вытрите собачий зад бумажным полотенцем. Дайте собаке лакомство. Вымойте заднюю часть собаки. Не выжимайте железы чаще, чем это необходимо.


It’ll be a lot easier to get out of a conversation if, at the beginning, you make it clear that you can’t be around for long. Tell them that you have an appointment or a call that you need to make. Tell them specifically that you have five or ten minutes left, so that they won’t be surprised when you bolt. Most people will get the clue if you begin to pack up your bags and start looking off in the distance. Conveying that you need to leave with body language saves you an awkward conversation and convinces the other person that they have decided to stop talking to you. If you’ve told someone that you have a timetable to leave, you’ve begun to pack, and they still haven’t responded, you might just need to tell them directly that you need to go. Try to be polite and pretend that you are sorry. Come up with a signal that you can send to a friend so that they will come over and pull you out of the conversation. Otherwise, just start talking to someone else in your vicinity. The other person should catch on that they’re no longer part of the conversation and eventually leave. If someone refuses to leave you alone, move to a crowded place and scream. Yell “leave me alone.” The fear that other people will intervene to protect you will cause even the most persistent people to give up. This is an extreme solution. You should generally refrain from following this course unless you believe the person might endanger your safety.

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Обозначьте время вашего ухода. Начните упоминать о своем уходе. Придумайте вежливую отговорку. Обратитесь за чьей-либо помощью. Кричите.


It’s a green and white chat bubble icon with a white phone receiver inside. If you’re messaging on WhatsApp, read receipts are automatically enabled. This means you can see if someone read your message by default.  It’s the round blue icon with a white paper airplane inside. When you send the message and it hasn’t been delivered, you’ll see a single gray check mark. This means the person you’re writing hasn’t opened WhatsApp since you sent the message. If the person has opened WhatsApp since you sent the message but hasn’t yet opened your message, you’ll see two gray check marks. When the person reads your message, the two check marks will turn blue.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите WhatsApp. Напишите или ответьте на сообщение. Нажмите «Отправить». Найдите галочки в нижнем правом углу отправленного сообщения.


It’s a green icon with a white speech balloon that says ″LINE″ inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer. Tapjoy is a service that lets you earn Line Points by completing activities outside of the LINE App. Some of these activities require you to make purchases, but plenty just ask you to complete surveys or sign up for mailing lists. It’s near the top-right corner, just below the gear icon. It’s near the top-center part of the screen. Your current point balance appears in the blue bar at the top of the screen. It’s near the top-left corner of the screen. This displays the many ways you can earn free LINE points. ″ It’s the second section on the Earn tab. A ″Notice″ will appear, explaining the terms of Tapjoy. This loads a list of activities you can complete to earn free LINE Points. You'll only have to accept this notice once. In the future, you can simply tap Tapjoy to access point-earning activities. There are many types of activities you can complete to earn free LINE Points, including signing up for email lists, completing surveys, downloading apps, entering contests, making purchases, and more. Tap an activity to read the rules and see how many points you’ll earn. It’s the button at the bottom of the screen. This takes you to activity you’ll need to complete. The steps are different for each activity. Once you meet the requirements, your LINE Points will be applied to your account.

TL;DR in Russian:

Откройте приложение LINE на Android. Откройте меню ⋯ в правом верхнем углу экрана, под иконкой в виде шестеренки. Нажмите на LINE Points (LINE баллы) в верхней центральной части экрана. Перейдите на вкладку Earn (Заработать) в левом верхнем углу экрана. Выберите Tapjoy в разделе Tapjoy (Другие задания). Прочитайте уведомление и нажмите Agree (Принимаю), чтобы загрузить список задач, за выполнение которых можно заработать бесплатные LINE баллы. Выберите задачу. Нажмите на Earn (number of) LINE Points (Заработать Х количество LINE баллов) внизу экрана, чтобы перейти к задаче, которую необходимо выполнить. Следуйте инструкциям на экране, чтобы заработать свои баллы.


It’s absolutely essential that you thaw the lobster, whole, tails or claws, before you cook them. If you don’t, you are likely to end up with meat that tastes very tough.  It’s a ideal to thaw the lobster for about 24 hours in the refrigerator before you cook it or at least overnight. A good way to thaw theme faster is to place in a plastic bag, put the plastic bag in a pot full of water, and into the refrigerator. You may need to change the water at least once.  If you are in a great hurry, it’s possible to defrost the a bit in a microwave before cooking them. Although this is a better idea than cooking frozen tails, it’s not as ideal as thawing the lobster more slowly. It’s a bad idea to thaw lobster in warm water or room temperature.  Lobster claws also need to be defrosted completely before cooking. Another alternative if you're in a hurry is to put the lobster in plastic and immerse in cold water without refrigerating. Change the water every 5-10 minutes but don't let it sit out too long. About 30 minutes tops. After that, finish thawing in the fridge. Once you’ve thawed the frozen lobster, before you cook it, cut the shell down the middle of the tail’s back, using scissors.  To do this, put the point of kitchen shears or scissors between the lobster meat and the shell. Leave the tail fan in place. Lift the meat through the slit you’ve created in the top of the shell. You’ve now created what is called a “piggyback lobster tail.” Another method is to start at the tail, and peel back the soft under shell of the lobster. Then, discard the undershell. Bend the tail backwards. If you crack some of the overshell joints, it will stop the lobster from curling while you cook it.

TL;DR in Russian:

Разморозьте омаров. Перед варкой хвостов разрежьте панцирь.


It’s agonizing trying to figure out how long to wait before you text your crush back. If you text too soon, the theory is, you’ll look too needy––not a good look when you’re playing hard to get. But it’s really hard to resist texting back when your crush texts. To resist that temptation, leave your phone on silent, so that you don’t hear it buzz. Better yet, leave your phone at home when you go out with your friends, or turn it off when you’re about to watch a movie, or go to the gym. Maybe you’ll come back and see that your crush has texted, in which case you can text them back, without having to force yourself to wait. If you’ve had feelings for your friend for a while, it can be hard to work up the courage to ask them out. When you do, don’t spill all your feelings at once, saying, “I’m in love with you, are you in love with me?” Chances are, they didn’t think about you that way yet, which would really shut down the conversation.  Instead, say, “Want to go out for dinner this week?” You don’t have to explicitly say the word “date.” You can wait for them to do that, maybe after a few “hang-outs.” Same goes for asking out somebody you’ve been admiring from afar. Try to avoid saying, “I’ve been crushing on you for the past year,” and instead say, “Hey, do you want to go see the new Spiderman movie this weekend?” This takes the pressure off. Make it clear that you’re into your crush physically, by flirting, “accidentally” brushing against them, and touching your lips while you talk. Even if you’re dying to kiss your crush, let them think it’s actually their idea. If they’re really not getting the idea, you can go in for a hug. They’ll probably take the hint. Small rewards are essential when playing hard to get, so you don’t accidentally convince your crush that you don’t like them. After your first date, if you really want to see the person again, be clear. Text them, “I had a really good time last night. Let me know if you want to do this again!” That makes it clear that you want to hang out again, but it...

TL;DR in Russian:

Дома ставьте телефон на беззвучный режим. Пригласите любимого провести время вместе. Пусть ваш парень станет инициатором первого поцелуя. После первого свидания скажите парню, что хотите еще раз увидеться. Пусть ваш партнер первым скажет вам заветное «я люблю тебя».


It’s always best to replant bulbs immediately after digging them up. If this really isn’t possible, you can store them for short periods. The trick is to avoid letting them rot.  After lifting your bulbs, remove as much soil as is possible.  Trim any straggly roots and pick off any flaking layers from the bulb itself. Discard any diseased or rotting bulbs. Lay the bulbs on a tray or other flat surface and allow to dry out for a day or two. Then, put the bulbs into a container of sawdust or paper bags with some peat moss. Some gardeners use net bags of the kind used to store oranges. The trick is to allow dry air to circulate to prevent the bulbs from getting damp and rotting. For the reason, it’s best not to overcrowd bulbs and prevent them from touching each other as this can lead to rot spreading. Keep your stored bulbs in a cool dry place such as an unheated garden shed where temperatures don’t fall below freezing.  Spring flowering bulbs are best planted in the autumn; summer flowering ones in spring. You will hear of some gardeners dusting bulbs with fungicide ahead of storing them. This is always a good idea but isn’t essential. Aim to plant your bulbs at a depth of about 3 times the bulb’s height. Bulbs should also be planted at least twice the width of the bulb apart.  This means a 2 inch (5.1 cm) bulb should be planted 6 inches (15.2 cm) deep and at least 4 inches (10.2 cm) from its neighbor. It’s a good idea to add a handful of compost to the bottom of the hole for the bulb to sit on. Put the bulb in the hole with the pointed end facing upwards and fill the hole in. Water well and avoid treading down the earth with your foot as this can cause damage. Bulbs will do well planted under grass but remember not to mow the area over the bulbs until the foliage has withered away, usually in the late summer. Bulbs will tolerate being replanted in a container. It’s a good idea to incorporate some grit into the compost at a ratio of 1 part grit to about 3 parts compost, to encourage the proper growth of...

TL;DR in Russian:

Храните луковицы, во избежание загнивания. Держите луковицы в прохладном, сухом месте, чтобы гарантировать их долговечность. Посадите луковицы на глубине, эквивалентной высоте трех луковиц, чтобы обеспечить хороший рост. Примите дополнительные меры для луковиц, посаженых в емкостях. Поливайте луковицы, посаженные в емкости, чтобы держать их увлажненными.


It’s always easiest to move bulbs when you know where they are, so gardeners usually try to transplant bulb plants when some of the plant is still visible above the ground.  After flowering, the plant will focus on drawing in nourishment to sustain it over the winter.  For this reason, you must avoid cutting green foliage as this deprives the plant of the ability to nourish itself and store energy from sunlight to see it through the winter. It’s always best to transplant bulbs in the fall after the foliage has withered away and is yellow.  You can also move bulbs in the springtime but remember never to cut or damage any green shoots. If you move them in the spring take especial care not to damage the growing roots at this time. The trick with digging up bulbs is to avoid damaging the main bulb and to preserve as much of the root structure as possible.  This can be pretty hard to do. Gentle handling is always necessary when moving bulbs from place to place. When you plant a bulb, you should always do so at a depth of several times the height of the bulb. So when it comes to digging them up, that will give you an idea of how deep you need to dig to avoid damaging the bulb with your spade.  Three times the height of the bulb is the usual depth for planting. Also, bulbs often wriggle deeper into the ground over time, which may add to the depth they were initially planted at. For example, larger bulbs such as tulips or daffodils will usually be planted to a depth of about 8 inches (20.3 cm). It’s best to assume they are at 12 inches (30.5 cm) depth to be on the safe side. Bulb plants reproduce by dividing the original ‘parent’ bulb into several ‘daughter’ bulbs, known as ‘offsets’. This happens over a period of years.  If you observe that your bulb has formed a clump of smaller bulbs, gently separate these with your fingers.  The new bulbs can be planted separately and is a good way of increasing your bulb stock. This will also help avoid damaging neighboring bulbs by pulling apart their roots. Bulbs are usually...

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Пересадите луковицы, когда они видны, чтобы избежать повреждения. Пересадите луковицы осенью для достижения наилучших результатов. Выкопайте луковицы осторожно, чтобы обеспечить их здоровье. Знайте, как глубоко ваши луковицы, чтобы не повредить их. Разделите луковицы до пересадки. Посадите луковицы в солнечном месте и в хорошо дренированную почву, чтобы позволить им хорошо расти.


It’s amazing how fast lack of sleep and/or nutrition can make people forgetful and cause them to feel stressed and overwhelmed, which easily leads to careless mistakes.  Try to go to bed and wake up around the same times each day, and eat regular, healthy meals around the same times each day. Make some time for exercise – a few times each week for at least 20 minutes. A healthy body is a healthy mind. Mindfulness, or being mindful, is another way of saying that you are completely paying attention, you are completely present, with what you are doing at all times. This will help you to begin a new way of thinking and new approaches to making decisions. Often it's the smaller things in life that trip us up- the things we don't think we need to pay attention to and that we think we already know. Staying mindful will help. When asking yourself how you can pay better attention to the important things in your life, ask yourself if your mind is cluttered with unimportant things – for example, gossip, social media posts, etc. Ask yourself, “What does this really mean to me? How does this affect my life?" If you don’t have a good immediate answer for that, chances are it is unimportant, extra information that may be adding to your level of stress. Be mindful with all things that you do, even watching a movie or TV, eating a snack, or calling a friend.  For example, with watching a movie, you may ask yourself, "Am I making a sacrifice to watch this movie? Should I be doing something else? What will/will not happen as a result of me watching this movie? Does it matter, or can the other things wait?" Relaxation is definitely important, but sometimes it can be difficult to really relax if there are other things we think we should be doing instead. Careless mistakes are a normal part of life, and they shouldn't be causing you too much distress. If you are fixating on these mistakes or being too hard on yourself, consider going to a mental health professional. Therapy can help.  Perfectionism or a desire to control...

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Придерживайтесь регулярного графика сна и приемов пищи. Оставайтесь в настоящем моменте. Фильтруйте незначительную информацию. Позволяйте себе хорошо и качественно расслабляться. Обратитесь за профессиональной помощью, если испытываете стресс, переутомление или подавленность.


It’s difficult to revise your story right away because you won’t be able to notice your errors and plot holes yet. Leave it alone for a day or longer so that you can look at it with fresh eyes.  Printing out your story may help you see it from a different perspective, so you might try that when you go back to revise it. Setting your work aside for a little while is a good move, but don't set it aside for so long that you lose interest in it. When you read your story aloud, you get a different perspective on it. This will help you identify passages that don’t flow well or sentences that sound choppy. Read your story to yourself and make notes where you need to revise it. You can also read your story to other people and ask them for advice. When you’re ready, show your story to a fellow writer, instructor, classmate, or friend. If you can, take it to a writing critique or workshop. Ask your readers to provide their honest feedback so you can improve your story.  The people closest to you, like your parents or best friend, may not provide the best feedback because they care about your feelings too much. However, you may be able to find a writing critique group on Meetup.com or at your local library. For feedback to be helpful, you have to be receptive to it. If you think you've written the most perfect story in the world, then you won't actually hear a word anyone says. Make sure you're giving your story to the right readers. If you're writing science fiction but have handed your story to your writer friend who enjoys literary fiction, you may not get the best feedback. This may mean cutting passages that you think are well-written. However, your reader is only interested in details that are important for the story. As you revise your work, make sure every sentence you save shows something about your character or pushes the plot forward. Cut any sentence that doesn’t. For instance, let’s say there’s a passage where Esther sees a girl in the hospital who reminds her of her sister. While this detail might seem...

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Отложите свою работу как минимум на один день, прежде чем пересматривать ее. Прочитайте историю вслух, чтобы услышать места, которые нуждаются в доработке. Получите отзывы от других писателей или людей, которые часто читают. Удалите все, что не раскрывает детали персонажа или не продвигает сюжет.


It’s easy to get distracted in a school environment when your friends and teachers are around, but stay focused on your girlfriend when she is talking to you. Maintain eye contact with her and don’t do anything else while she’s speaking. Make sure not to interrupt her. When she finishes speaking, respond appropriately to what she said. If she’s talking during class when it’s not appropriate, politely tell her that you will talk to her after class. Typically, being faithful means not kissing, engaging in sexual behavior, and essentially not doing anything with another girl that would hurt your girlfriend. You should also avoid flirting with other girls. Talk to your girlfriend about what being faithful means to her and come to an agreement. Stay faithful to her as long as she is your girlfriend.  There may be temptation to cheat, but remember that you could lose your girlfriend and gain a reputation as a cheater if you do cheat. Of course you can talk to other girls, but only casually. For example, it's totally okay to ask a female classmate for a pencil if you lost yours. Avoid being overly physical with your girlfriend during school. Your girlfriend may not appreciate it, and even if she doesn’t mind, it could get both of you in trouble. Talk to your girlfriend about what she would be comfortable with.  Ask her if a brief hug between classes, holding her hand while walking down the hall, or a quick kiss when no one is around would be okay with her. Respect your girlfriend's answer and don't push her into contact that she is not comfortable with. Go at her pace. Compliment her on anything you like about her. Tell her how beautiful you think she is, especially when it’s obvious she put effort into her outfit that day. You should also compliment her on her strengths and accomplishments. For example, tell her how awesome you think it is that she does well in school. Or, congratulate her when she makes it onto a team.  You could say something like “I think you’re so intelligent. I’m so impressed by how hard you...

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Уделяйте все внимание девушке, когда она говорит. Будьте верным. Правильно ведите себя в школе. Говорите искренние комплименты. Предоставляйте девушке личное пространство. Не хвастайтесь тем, что происходит между вами. Показывайте свои чувства.


It’s fine to let your vagina bleed in the shower. The blood will run right down the drain. If you wore a pad, the brown or red tinged water that you see going down the drain will likely be old blood that was stuck to your pubic hairs. It’s important to rinse this off.  Not cleaning off this old blood will cause an odor and it may also increase your risk of infection.  Don’t worry about the blood staining the shower. It will not make contact with it long enough to do this. Just keep the water running until your shower is over and then check to see if there’s any blood that you need to rinse down the drain. If you’re showering at a gym or in another public place, you may leave a tampon or menstrual cup in during the shower if you prefer. Regular showers during your period are necessary to prevent odor and reduce your risk of infection. Take a shower or bath at least once per day. Some medical professionals even recommend bathing twice daily during your period, such as in the morning and at night. Always make sure that the bathtub is clean if you want to take a bath. Soaking in a dirty bathtub may lead to an infection in your vagina. Clean your bathtub with a disinfectant cleaner, such as bleach, before you take a bath in it. Avoid using any scented or harsh soaps or other intimate care products to cleanse your vagina. These are not necessary and they may cause irritation. Plain, warm water is the best cleanser for your vagina. If you want to use soap, opt for a mild, unscented soap and use a small amount to gently clean the outside of your vagina. Rinsing from front to back, just as you would wipe after using the bathroom, is important to prevent the spread of bacteria and fecal matter to your vagina. While standing in the shower, let the water flow down the front of your body and over your vagina. If needed, you can also spread apart the labia to allow the water to flow over the inside of your vaginal lips.  If you have a handheld shower head, only angle it so that it sprays your vagina from front to back....

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Перед тем как зайти в душ, необходимо извлечь тампон, убрать использованную прокладку или менструальную чашу (в зависимости от того, чем вы пользуетесь). Во время месячных рекомендуется принимать душ или ванну как минимум раз в день. Чистой водой вымойте влагалище. Чтобы предотвратить занесение инфекции, подмывайтесь по направлению спереди назад. Вымойте гениталии только снаружи. Аккуратно промокните гениталии сухим чистым полотенцем. Наденьте чистое белье и возьмите новую прокладку, тампон или менструальную чашу.


It’s great to have big goals for yourself, but you need to shrink them down in order to make them easier to accomplish. Break your larger goals down into small goals. Then identify criteria to help you measure them.  For example, your big goal might be to publish a novel. You could set yourself a small goal of creating an outline or finishing a chapter. This goal is easy to measure because it’ll be complete when the outline or chapter is finished. Similarity, your big goal might be to run a marathon. You might set a small goal of running a 5K. You could measure this goal by tracking how far you run every day or by signing up for a race. You can create an overall plan to reach your big goal, or you can narrow it down to your small goals. Include what you want to achieve, the steps you will take to achieve it, and how you will measure success.  For example, your big goal could be to run a marathon, and your small goals could consist of running a mile, running a 5K, running a 10K, and running a half marathon. Don’t get bogged down in the details. Write out a basic framework for your action plan, then get started working toward your goals. You can always change or add to the plan later. Keep it basic with a brief outline. You don’t need to plan every detail. For example, you could start your marathon action plan by just focusing on the steps you need to take to run a complete mile, such as buy new shoes, download a running app, and run 3 times a week. You can post them in your home, place them in your planner, or make them your digital wallpaper. Refer to it daily to see if you’re on track. It’s okay to get behind sometimes, but your action plan can get you back on track.  Try posting your plan on your refrigerator. If you have a workspace, post your plan there. Choose a place that’s easy for you to reference. This helps you push through and keep going when things are tough. Every goal comes with hard work and obstacles, and it’s normal for motivation to decrease. You can stay motivated by giving these difficult...

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Ставьте небольшие и измеримые цели. Составьте план действий для достижения своих целей. Разместите план действий на видном месте. Свяжите сложные задачи и препятствия с их целью. Отслеживайте свой прогресс. Вознаградите себя за упорный труд и настойчивость. Каждый день занимайтесь любимым вещами. Будьте готовы к неудачам.


It’s hard to feel calm and collected if you don’t know your own strengths. Take a little time to examine yourself and discover the unique things that make you, you. Remind yourself how capable you are. Journaling can be a great way to discover positive things about yourself. Here are some questions to get you started:  What makes you feel like a strong person? What emotions do you feel when you’re feeling confident or strong? What qualities define your strengths? This could be things like “compassion” or “family” or “ambition” -- whatever you think communicates you. Take a moment to review each one. Which ones do you like best? You can also try writing positive statements to yourself each day. For example, remind yourself of things you’ve done well that day, or tell yourself something that you like or respect about yourself. Once you’ve figured out some of your positive attributes, remind yourself of them! It may feel awkward to say these things to yourself at first, but consider: you probably tell your loved ones how awesome they are all the time, right? Why not do the same for yourself? Try the following to help boost your self-confidence and increase your calm:  Say affirmations out loud to yourself in the mirror. Look yourself in the eyes and repeat something positive to yourself, such as “I am a great friend and loving person” or “I love how my smile lights up my face when I’m happy.” If you encounter unkind thoughts to yourself, change these into self-affirmations by reframing them. For example, imagine you find yourself thinking, “I’m so stressed, I will never be able to figure this out!” Reframe this into a positive statement: “I am stressed right now, and I am learning new things every day to make myself stronger.” . Being calm begins with being self-loving (which is completely different from being self-absorbed). It's all too commonplace for us to take a negative tone with ourselves and to be our own unkindest critic. This can happen because we hold ourselves to unrealistic expectations, or because...

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Определите свои сильные качества. Используйте самоутверждения. Будьте добры по отношению к себе Прощайте Будьте терпеливы Раздумывайте прежде, чем начать беспокоиться. Не торопитесь по жизни. Прекратите откладывать на потом.


It’s hard to prove what you told someone in person or over the phone. However, it’s much easier to prove the contents of an email—you simply print it off. If possible, communicate with everyone using email.  Use email with coworkers and your boss, but also with your clients and the public. If you need to have conversations in person, you can follow up the conversation with an email. Summarize the substance of the conversation. Avoid secretly recording people. The law on secretly recording people differs depending on your state. In a dozen states, you cannot record a conversation unless you get the consent of all people who are involved. Did you have something hand-delivered to another department? Did you mail something to a client? If so, you’ll always want signatures showing that the item was received. In the U.S., you can use certified mail, return receipt requested. If you don’t know how to proceed, ask someone higher up to make the call. If they get the call wrong, then it’s their fault. Send an email with your question and save a copy of their answer.  You might hesitate to ask questions because you want to appear like you know everything. Nevertheless, you need to do something right, otherwise, you truly will warrant blame. Remember not to ask a question twice. Once a supervisor tells you how to do something, write it down so that you remember it. If you keep asking questions, you’ll look incompetent. Sometimes you can get blamed when a client’s business decision doesn’t pan out. Although the client made the decision, they will claim you didn’t inform them of the risks. You always want people to make an informed decision, so explain risks thoroughly.  Also have the client sign a form stating they have been informed of the risks. List the most relevant risks on the form. Hold onto the signed form in case the client claims later that you didn’t tell them of the dangers.

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Общайтесь посредством электронной почты. Требуйте подписи, если что-то доставляете. Задавайте вопросы своему руководителю. Сообщите клиентам о рисках, стоящих за решением.


It’s healthy to have an inner critic; however, if that critic talks too much or too loudly, you might begin to feel insecure.  Try to objectively listen to what your inner critic has to say.  Really get to the root of what is causing the self-doubt. This allows you to stop or slow the progress from insecurity to anxiety because you’re isolating critical thoughts and thinking about the thoughts themselves, not the feelings associated with them.  Some examples of critical thoughts are:  You’re just going to get hurt anyhow. S/he’s too good for you. Once s/he gets to know the real you, they’re going to dislike you. They’ll get bored eventually. You’re not attractive enough. Make a list of the nagging critical thoughts that you have.  Then, review the list when you’re feeling relatively calm.  Consider what seems founded or realistic versus those thoughts that seem pretty unrealistic.  Also, look at what generalizations you’ve made and if you think they’re really true or not.  Scratch everything off of your list that doesn’t seem realistic or reasonable to you and begin to address those critical thoughts in a healthy and productive way. Insecurities are typically born from past experiences.  Consider what experiences in your past may have contributed to your present insecurities.  These experiences don’t need to be just relationship based; consider your school, friend, romantic, and familial relationships and experiences.  Can you think of anything that happened that might contribute to your present insecurities or anxieties?  Someone may have made a joke about your appearance or your intelligence. Maybe a friend made plans with you and then ditched you, leaving you feeling hurt and unimportant. Perhaps a parent or teacher scolded you for not excelling at something. Just as insecurities are born of past experiences, we learn about how to be in relationships by those modeled for us and our own past relationships.  Comparing your current relationship to any of your past relationships is destructive and will only...

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Поймите своего внутреннего критика. Поставьте внутреннего критика на место. Подумайте о своем прошлом. Перестаньте сравнивать.


It’s imperative that the orchid pots are equipped with drainage holes to allow excess water to run out of the pot. Otherwise, root rot may kill your beautiful plants! If your orchids are in pots without drainage holes, repot them into new ones. Put a saucer or drip tray underneath the pots to prevent excess water from spilling on your floor. You can choose between a bark-based or moss-based potting medium. A bark-based medium drains well and will help prevent overwatering, but can break down quickly. A moss-based medium retains moisture better but it necessitates careful watering and  may need to be repotted more often. If your orchids aren’t in the right kind of potting medium, repot them to help them thrive. Orchids need strong, but indirect, light to thrive. If you can, place them near south- or east-facing windows to ensure they receive the right amount and intensity of sunlight. If you only have a west-facing window, cover it with a sheer curtain to keep the orchids from getting burned. Placing the pots near a north-facing window may not provide them with enough light to bloom. Orchids thrive in moderate temperatures, and will die if they get too cold. Though the correct temperature varies based on the species of orchid, in general you should aim to keep your home above 60 °F (16 °C) at night. During the day, the temperature should be 10-15 degrees warmer than that. Because orchids aren’t grown in soil, you must provide air circulation to keep the roots healthy. In mild months, you can open windows in your home to provide a gentle breeze. Otherwise, use an overhead fan on a low setting or an oscillating fan directed away from the orchids to keep the air from getting stale or stagnant.

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Используйте горшки с дренажными отверстиями. Применяйте для орхидей специальный субстрат с хорошими дренажными свойствами. Располагайте горшки с орхидеями на южных или восточных окнах (если возможно). Поддерживайте дома температуру около 16–24 °C. Обеспечьте легкую циркуляцию воздуха.


It’s important that you post often on social media, but this can become really inconvenient. To make things easier, consider using a program that lets you schedule your posts so that they go out across all of your social media platforms. Then, you can spend a few hours each week planning out a week of posts. Check out programs like Buffer, Hootsuite, and TweetDeck. Sharing your expertise will help raise your prominence in your field. Additionally, it may help you attract clients. Post articles or blog posts on your personal or business website. Additionally, send your articles to professional websites and other people in your field so you can post as a contributor. If you aren’t good at writing, volunteer to contribute your ideas and expert opinions to other people’s articles. Partner with other professionals to produce products that show off all of your work. You might do this for free or for a share of your partner’s profits. Offer to help someone in your field complete a big project, or work with people in related fields to share your skills.  For instance, if you’re an artist, you might collaborate with 3 other artists to create a community mural. If you’re a music promoter, you could partner with local bands and vendors to put on a small festival. Instead of trying to sell yourself to clients, show them what you have to offer. Provide examples of your work and help clients understand how you’ll help them. Keep the focus on your client and the work itself, not on yourself. For instance, let’s say you have a dog walking service. On your website, promote yourself with pictures of you walking dogs and playing with them. In person, get people talking about their dogs, then talk about the care you’d provide for their dogs. Don’t talk about how much you love dogs, why you started your business, or what you love about dog walking.

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Используйте программные продукты для планирования публикаций в социальных сетях. Пишите статьи на темы, связанные с вашей специализацией или знаниями. Сотрудничайте с другими людьми для демонстрации своих навыков. Продвигайте свои товары и услуги, демонстрируя свою работу.


It’s important to allow the foliage to die away naturally, so don’t be tempted to cut it back. The lily will use the foliage to make energy from sunlight to store during the winter. This will help the plant recover from transplantation and bloom again.  Leave the foliage on the plant until it withers away of its own accord. By mid summer, when the flowers emerge, there won’t be any foliage remaining. After the flower withers away the plant will go dormant. By the time the fall comes, none of the plant will be visible above ground and the plant should be dormant. Carefully dig the onion-shaped bulb out of the ground using a gardening fork, taking care not to damage it. Try to preserve as much of the soil around the root as possible. If the bulb is damaged or shows any signs of rot, discard it. Refrain from composting any diseased bulbs. If you think the bulbs need dividing, clean the soil off the roots with the help of a hosepipe. If the bulbs have divided they will have offsets (or baby bulblets) attached. These will look a bit like garlic bulbs with the offsets looking like separate garlic cloves. To divide the offsets, gently pry them off with your fingers. Keep the largest, healthiest looking ones and dispose of any that are damaged or diseased looking. Bulbs that have rot will seem mushy. This is a good time to give away any healthy offsets that you don’t want to other gardeners. You may now have more bulbs than you realized! It may not be worth keeping the smallest ones. However, if you have the patience to wait several years for them to mature, you might consider planting them amongst larger bulbs or at the back of a bed so you won’t notice a bare patch in the garden. If you dig up bulbs in the fall, you can wait and store them over the winter before replanting them in the spring. Store them in a cool dry place such as inside a paper bag in a shed or cool cupboard.

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Дождитесь, пока листва не отомрет естественным путем. Осторожно, чтобы не повредить, выкопайте лукообразную луковицу лилии из земли садовыми вилами. Очистите и разделите луковицы лилии. Избавьтесь от всех поврежденных, больных или чахлых луковиц. Можете хранить луковицы лилий в течение зимы, до весенней посадки.


It’s important to buy products that match your skin type. Not doing this can lead to ineffective skin care and may even contribute to aggravated skin issues. Five major skin types are generally recognized — normal, dry, oily, combination and sensitive. When purchasing products, check their labels to find out the skin types for which they are best suited. Additionally, conditions like acne, rosacea and inflammation should be addressed when choosing products.  Normal skin features an occasional blemish, but most of the time it feels smooth, supple and firm. There are no areas that are obviously oily or dry and flaky. Pores appear to be small or medium sized. Dry skin feels tight and uncomfortable. Some areas will appear visibly red and flaky or bumpy. Oily skin looks slick and shiny. If you touch it, it will feel damp. Pores are usually larger and breakouts more frequent. Combination skin features oil around the nose, chin and forehead. The cheek area tends to be dry and flaky. Other areas are normal. Sensitive skin shows inflammation and irritation when in contact with chemicals from cosmetics and products. The sensation is usually a burning one, and the skin turns red. Sensitive skin can react to changes in weather and even to different foods, depending on the person. Avoid products with harsh chemicals and added fragrances. Opt for cleansers and toners that are alcohol-free. Check product labels for terms like “mild” and “unscented.” If you’re acne-prone, look for skin-care products that won’t clog pores — these will have labels like “non-comedogenic” and “oil-free.”  As skin ages, it grows more sensitive. You can minimize unnecessary skin irritation by selecting gentle skin-care products. Since skin loses its elasticity over time, be sure to apply skin-care products gently, as well. Avoid aggressive rubbing, pulling and stretching, which can damage it. Alpha hydroxyl acids (AHAs) and retinoids can reduce the signs of aging on your skin by encouraging rapid cell turnover. Both can be mildly irritating to the...

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Определите тип своей кожи. Выбирайте щадящие средства. Попробуйте средства с альфагидроксикислотами или ретиноидами. Пользуйтесь мягким пилингом раз в неделю.


It’s important to consider whether telling her your feelings is appropriate based on the strength of your relationship.  Imagine you tell her. Is your relationship strong enough to handle it if she doesn’t feel the same way, or if she does but decides to stay with her current boyfriend? If yes, it might be worth the risk. If no, weigh your options carefully. If you haven’t known this girl very long, this probably isn’t a good option. She could see your professed feelings as very abrupt or forward. Make a pro/con list to weigh the risks and benefits of telling her your feelings. Also consider the risks and benefits of not telling her. Is it worth the risk? Frame this conversation carefully, so she knows you are not making demands of her. Ask a friend talk out the scenario with you to work out any kinks. Your friend can give you perspective on your choices of words. Of course you’re nervous to tell her your feelings. Not only could this admission change your relationship with this girl, but it could affect your relationship with her boyfriend or other mutual friends, if you have them. Fear signals that the outcome is important to you. Once you’ve decided you want to go ahead with expressing yourself, use your fear to motivate you, rather than deter you. Once you’ve built up your courage, go for it.  When you're alone with her, say something along the lines of: "Caitlin, I know that you're dating Sam, and I don't want to mess anything up for you, but I've started to have feelings for you. I want you to know." If you think she reciprocates the feelings, you can add, "I've sensed that the attraction might be mutual, and I want to clear the air." If she has been giving you vibes that she's interested, it's important that she knows so that she doesn't keep giving you mixed signals. You’ve weighed the risks and benefits of your decision, and you knew that she might not respond favorably. It is important, especially if you want to remain friends, to accept and respect her response.  She may tell you that she does not...

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Оцените ваши с ней отношения. Отрепетируйте заранее все, что хотите сказать. Будьте мужественны. Скажите ей это. Уважайте ее ответ.


It’s important to eat healthy both during the school year and on vacation, but it doesn’t hurt to let loose a little. Make a buffet of your favorite candy bars, pastries, chips, crackers, cookies, and sugary drinks, then dive in! The food isn’t going anywhere, so once you feel full save the rest for another day. Thanks to services like Netflix, Hulu, and HBO Go, you can watch an entire series from your phone or computer. School nights only leave time for one or two episodes, but the end of summer gives you a long stretch to binge the whole thing. Some great shows to try include:   Orange is the New Black, Game of Thrones, or Stranger Things for current series.  Gilmore Girls, Breaking Bad, or Buffy the Vampire Slayer for completed series. With every year, video games seem to get longer and longer. Though they may be difficult to complete during the school year, a few days on summer break gives just enough time to chew through that long game you’ve been eyeing. If you have a week or two, try to complete the game by finding every collectible and beating every side-mission.  Long, open world games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Fallout 4, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt are perfect for when you have lots of down time. For an extra challenge, try to unlock every achievement the game offers. School brings with it a lot of classic literature, and while many of those books are great, they don’t leave a lot of time for your favorite franchises. Fun book series are perfect ways to enjoy your final vacation days and prepare your mind for the semester ahead.  Harry Potter, The Lord of the Rings, and The Hunger Games are great, contained franchises that can be read in a short amount of time.

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Поиграйте с друзьями — откройте свой буфет. Посмотрите какой-нибудь сериал от начала до конца. Пройдите видеоигру. Прочитайте любимую серию книг.


It’s important to give the hair time to absorb the dye into the cuticle. After the initial washing to remove the excess dye, you should wait 24-72 hours before cleansing your hair again. Washing it sooner could lead to a dull, faded color. Frequent washing fades color faster than anything else. You should only wash your hair 2-3 times a week, and no more than every other day. You can still shower, just keep your hair dry using a shower cap, or give it a quick rinse to remove excess oil. If your hair is all 1 shade, you can preserve the color by putting a small amount of dye into your conditioner. Reserve a little bit  of the dye from the box, or ask your stylist to send you home with a small amount to add to your conditioner. Mix or shake the container thoroughly to evenly distribute the dye. Use it each time you shower to brighten the color while moisturizing the strands. Choose a moisture-rich conditioner containing oils like Obliphica, coconut, or jojoba. Thoroughly coat each strand of hair from the mid-point down to the ends with conditioner each time you wash it. Avoid rubbing conditioner into your scalp or roots, as it can make your hair look oily. You can even apply conditioner on days you shower but don’t shampoo your hair to keep it strong and smooth. Hot water opens up the cuticle and allows the color to bleed out. Cool water, on the other hand, seals the cuticle and keeps the color in. Always rinse your hair using cool water to preserve the color and vibrancy.

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Мойте голову не раньше, чем через 24 часа после покраски волос. Мойте волосы не чаще, чем раз в несколько дней. Добавьте немного красителя в кондиционер. Увлажняйте волосы после каждого мытья. Ополаскивайте волосы прохладной водой.


It’s important to let the broiler warm up for several minutes before you toast the bread, otherwise it may cook unevenly. You can find the “broil” setting on the far end of the oven-temperature dial on most ovens. The number of times you drain and rinse it is up to you, but draining and rinsing it at least once is recommended.  Use a can opener to open the can, but don’t remove the lid. Holding the lid in place, flip the can over and hold it over the sink until all the liquid has drained. Remove the top of the can, and be careful not to cut yourself. Take the tuna out of the can and place it in a strainer or colander. Rinse the tuna thoroughly with water, then press the water out using a clean hand or a paper towel. In a medium bowl, mix together tuna, shallot, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, salt, hot sauce, and pepper.  Stir to combine. Stir thoroughly so that all ingredients are evenly distributed. Spread 1/4 of the tuna mix onto each of 4 bread slices. Top with cheese and tomato. You can substitute in any variety of sandwich bread, or you may use a roll or croissant in the place of sandwich bread. Place the slices of bread and tuna mix onto a baking sheet and broil in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes. or until cheese is melted. Remove from the oven, turn off the broiler, and serve.

TL;DR in Russian:

Разогрейте духовку в режиме гриль. Слейте жидкость и промойте рыбу. Перемешайте все ингредиенты. Сделайте сэндвичи. Поджарьте сэндвичи.


It’s important to make it clear that you are saying no to whatever she has asked or offered. Don’t say something vague that leaves the door open to things happening between you later on. Always answer her directly so she knows you are rejecting her.  An example of what not to say is, “Thanks for asking. I’m not sure right now, but maybe it will work out at some point.” This leaves it open that you might be interested. Say something like, “It feels good that you’re interested in me, but honestly I don’t feel the same. Thanks for asking, but I have to say no thanks to your offer.” When you reject her, it’s not always necessary to give a reason. If you give a specific reason, she may think that it’s temporary. Unless you really have a reason you feel you have to give her, stick to letting her down without a specific reason.  Don’t say, “I don’t think I want to date right now. I’ve just started this new job and I know it’s going to keep me busy.” This implies that later on you’d be free to engage in a relationship. For example, if a friend asks you on a date, don’t say, “I don’t like to date friends.” She may try to convince you. Simply say, “I’m going to have to pass. Thanks for the offer.” You may be tempted to ask if she wants to be friends or do something together that’s not a date. Don’t do this. If you know you aren’t interested in the way she is, don’t come up with something to soften the blow. Let your no simply be a no.  For example, you meet a girl at a friend’s party and she asks you out on a date for the next weekend. Don’t say, “I don’t know about a date, but some of us are hanging out at the lake if you want to join.” If you chat with a girl at a bar, say, “It’s been fun talking to you, but I’m not interested in pursuing something beyond this conversation.”

TL;DR in Russian:

Будьте прямолинейны во время отказа. Не оправдывайтесь за свой ответ. Не предлагайте альтернативу, если знаете, что вам это неинтересно.


It’s important to use a soft bristle brush – like a nail brush – on your Toms. Otherwise you might ruin the fabric. Starting at the heel and moving toward the toe, brush all of the dirt and dust you can from the shoe. You won’t need much water unless you’re cleaning multiple pairs of shoes. Start with 1  c (240 mL) and add more if you need it. You can use a mild laundry detergent or dish soap. Squirt a couple of squirts of detergent into the cold water. You should only use enough to make a few bubbles when the solution is mixed. Clean up the brush you used to dust your Toms. Once it’s clean, dip it in the cleaning solution. Place your hand in your shoe, holding it from under the fabric. Gently scrub the fabric until it comes clean. If you have Toms with sequins, make sure you brush in the same direction the sequins lay. Otherwise you might pull a few off. If you put your Toms in the dryer, the fabric will shrink and they might not fit, so it's better to let them air dry. How long they’ll take to dry depends on how much scrubbing you had to do. They should be completely dry after a few hours. If your Toms dry and they're still stained, you'll need to repeat the cleaning process. Instead of cleaning the whole shoe this time, just spot clean the stubborn areas. If that still doesn't work, you can throw your Toms in the washing machine.

TL;DR in Russian:

Протрите обувь сухой щеткой с мягкой щетиной. Налейте в миску холодной воды. Добавьте несколько капель мягкого моющего средства. Щеткой нанесите раствор на обувь. Дайте обуви высохнуть. Отдельно обработайте трудновыводимые пятна.


It’s natural for a dog to forge a strong bond with whoever provides them with life’s necessities when they’re a young puppy. If you did the bulk of the caregiving during this early stage of their life, there’s a good chance that they developed a deep and lasting love for you.  Not surprisingly, the quality of the care you give and the amount of affection you show during this early age will impact the strength of their bond with you. This doesn’t mean you can’t forge a deep bond with a dog you adopted as an adult, though. It may take more time to build up trust, comfort, and affection, but most dogs want to and will bond with the person who gives them loving care. This is the major factor that you can control in any relationship with a dog. Do you spend a lot of time with the dog, and do you make sure the time is spent well? Do you play, exercise, explore, and relax together? Do you make sure they’re fed, watered, and kept clean and healthy? These are the things that build bonds of affection. Even if you haven’t been the most attentive human companion, it’s never too late to start! You might say that dogs sometimes engage in stereotyping or profiling. For instance, if their first caregiver was a woman, they may more easily form affectionate bonds with women. Or, if they had a neglectful owner with a beard as a puppy, they may remain skittish around people with beards. You can overcome negative associations a dog has formed, but it may take more time and effort to build a strong and loving bond. The most important thing you can do is make sure they have positive experiences with you right from the start. Like humans, some dogs are more outgoing and gregarious, while others are more introverted and reserved. If both you and the dog prefer a quiet 1-on-1 game of fetch in the yard to making the rounds at the dog park, there’s a better chance of a deep bond forming. This doesn’t mean that you can’t have an “opposites attract” scenario occur, and plenty of sociable dogs and shy people (and vice versa) develop loving...

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Вспомните, кто обеспечивал уход за собакой в первые шесть месяцев ее жизни. Оцените количество и качество совместного времяпрепровождения с собакой. Обратите внимание, есть ли у собаки положительные ассоциации с вами или с такими людьми, как вы. Выясните, насколько схожи вы по характеру.


It’s no surprise that coffee contains caffeine that will help you feel more alert, but overindulging in caffeine can make you feel sluggish and drowsy. To feel more alert without being too jittery or suffering from sleeplessness, restrict your intake to 2 to 3 cups per day.  People react differently to caffeine, so cut back if you start feeling nervous, experience stomach upset, or think the coffee might be disturbing your sleep.  Research indicates that up to 400 milligrams of coffee per day, which is equivalent to about 4 cups of coffee, is safe for healthy adults.  When you drink coffee, stay away from sugary options that will leave you feeling sluggish and out of it when the sugar high is over. Dehydration can cause you to feel draggy and less alert, so drink water throughout the day to remain hydrated and more aware of your surroundings.  If you feel less alert, try to drink one to two glasses of water right away. Pass up sugary drinks such as sodas, energy beverages, and sweet juices that will cause an energy crash soon after consuming. When you take deep breaths, you lower your heart rate and blood pressure and improve your circulation. This will increase your energy level and mental focus so you can be more alert. Try this basic exercise you can perform anywhere: Sit up straight. Place one hand on your stomach, just beneath your ribs. Place your other hand on your chest. Try to inhale through your nose. You should feel your stomach pushing your hand outward. Try to keep your chest from moving. Now, pretend you are whistling and breathe out while pursing your lips. Perform 10 repetitions as needed. Your ballet instructor was right when he or she emphasized the importance of excellent posture. Slouching and adopting poor posture can cause fatigue and make you less alert. If you are seated, make sure your shoulders are back, your eyes are facing straight ahead, and your butt is touching the back of the chair. Try not to hunch over your desk or computer. If you are feeling groggy and less than alert, try...

TL;DR in Russian:

Выпейте кофе, но не слишком много. Пейте много воды. Практикуйте глубокое дыхание. Следите за правильной осанкой. Попробуйте немного вздремнуть для ободрения. Пожуйте жвачку. Включите музыку и начните подпевать. Вдыхайте эфирное масло лимона. Насладитесь просмотром комедии. Попробуйте принять холодный душ.


It’s normal for a fresh piercing to be pink; you just received a puncture wound, after all. However, redness that get worse or spreads to a larger area is a sign of possible infection. Keep an eye on your piercing or take photos of it and make a note about whether your redness is improving or worsening over a day or two. The area around your new piercing will likely swell for about 48 hours as your body adjusts to what it perceives as an injury. After that time, swelling should start to go down. Worsening swelling, swelling that appears after a time of being normal, and swelling accompanied by redness and pain are symptoms of infection. Swelling can cause loss of function, like if your tongue gets swollen and doesn’t move easily. If the area around your piercing is too painful or swollen to move, you could have an infection. Pain is your body’s way of telling you something is wrong. The original pain from your piercing should subside within two days or so, around the same time that swelling starts to decrease. It’s normal for this pain to be stinging, aching, burning, or tender. Pain lasting longer than a couple of days or that gets worse may indicate infection. Of course, if you accidentally irritate your new piercing you’ll probably experience some pain. It’s pain that gets worse or doesn’t go away that you want to watch out for. With redness, swelling, and pain, comes heat. If your piercing is really inflamed or infected it might feel like it’s giving off heat or even feel hot to the touch. If you’re going to touch your piercing area to check for heat, always wash your hands first. It is very normal and healthy for a new piercing to ooze some clear or straw-colored fluid that then might crust around the jewelry. This is lymph fluid, and it is a part of the healing process. On the other hand, thick whitish or colored discharge (yellow, green) is probably pus. Pus might also have an unpleasant odor. Any thick, milky, or colored discharge should be considered a likely sign of infection. See your doctor if...

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Обратите внимание на увеличивающееся покраснение. Присмотритесь к возможному отеку. Обратите внимание на боль. Проверьте, не горяча ли кожа вокруг места прокола. Присмотритесь, нет ли каких-либо выделений или гноя. Примите во внимание давность прокола. Учтите месторасположение прокола.


It’s normal to be nervous before speaking in public, even if you’re used to it. You can alleviate your nervousness by practicing the speech beforehand. Give your speech out loud, preferably in front of a mirror. This will allow you to watch yourself so that you can practice how you’re going to stand, what gestures you’ll make, and any movements you’ll make. Filming yourself is even more helpful than practicing in the mirror because you can experience what the audience will see! As you watch the video, pretend that you are an audience member. Make notes about what you like about your presentation, as well as what you might like to change.  You may want to film yourself more than once if you have things you want to work on. Alternatively, you could have your friend watch you practice the speech and then give a critique. Your speech likely has a time limit, so you want to make sure that you fit within that window. Similarly, you don’t want to end your speech too early. Luckily, practice can ensure that your speech fits into your time slot. Use the timer on your phone, a clock, or a handheld timer to time your speech. Make adjustments as necessary. It’s best to practice your speech a few times before you start timing it, so that your delivery is smooth. At first, you might spend a few extra seconds here and there trying to remember what it is you wanted to say. This will make it easier for you to deliver your speech. Additionally, it’ll ensure that you cover all of your material. Don’t try to memorize your whole speech. Not only is this difficult, but it can make your delivery a bit robotic. Knowing just the main points will keep your flow natural. Visual aids like PowerPoint, posters, or video presentations can support your speech, but they can also detract from your presentation if you experience a glitch. Incorporate them into your practice sessions so that you get used to transitioning through them without issue.  Get used to presenting alongside your visual aids without reading directly from them, as people...

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Репетируйте речь перед зеркалом. Запишите репетицию речи на видео. Засеките время, чтобы узнать продолжительность речи. Запомните основные моменты. Репетируйте с наглядными средствами, если они предусмотрены в речи.


It’s normal to feel a little nervous on a date, but it’s important to be yourself, and your nervous self isn’t necessarily your genuine self. Calm yourself down when you’re nervous. Realize that you’ll have other dates and opportunities to impress a girl, maybe even the same girl.  Avoid looking nervous by staying calm and not fidgeting, tapping your foot, or biting your nails. Relax your muscles and think calmly and positively. . Don’t overload her with compliments the whole date, or you might come off as insincere. Instead, express your appreciation with genuine feeling when you first see her, and whenever else it feels natural and truthful.  Avoid comments about her body or what she’s wearing. When you greet her, try saying, “You look beautiful,” before or after a kiss on the cheek. Or, focus on something about her that’s more specific, like “You have gorgeous eyes.”  Compliment good features of her personality as you notice them, such as her intellect or sense of humor. Consciously focus on having good manners. Open car doors and building doors for her. Offer her your hand if she’s getting out of the car. Pull out her seat in a restaurant. Offer her your jacket if it’s cold. Be polite to others in front of your date as well, such as employees of locations you visit on your date. Smile at her and make frequent eye contact. Be an active listener by nodding and showing that you’re interested in what she says. Definitely avoid staring at or showing interest in other girls during your date.  For instance, don’t interrupt when she’s talking. Give her your full attention, as if you’re going to be quizzed on it later. Listening to your date is the best way you can find out what she wants and expects in a relationship. Be the one who asks the waiter for the bill if you’re at a restaurant. You want to impress her, so plan to pay for the date and don’t make a show about it – in fact, if you want to earn her respect, pay it discreetly without making any mention of it. Many girls expect their date to pay, and she may...

TL;DR in Russian:

Расслабьтесь. Говорите комплименты девушке. Ведите себя учтиво. Уделяйте внимание девушке. Действуйте спокойно и ловко, когда придет время платить. Попрощайтесь должным образом.


It’s normal to feel angry or upset if your boyfriend tells you he’d like more space. If you feel like you can’t talk it out calmly and fairly in the moment, ask him if you can talk about it later. Walk away for a few minutes, letting yourself breathe and calm down. Say, “I don’t feel like I can talk about this right now without getting upset. Let me have a few hours to calm down and then let’s talk this through.” You may not feel that you need a break from your relationship right now, but he does, so you have a responsibility to acknowledge and try to understand his feelings. Really allow yourself to see where he’s coming from, even if it means confronting some of your own shortcomings.  For example, he might say that he wants to spend more time pursuing his own hobbies, but you feel threatened when he chooses to spend time away from you. This might be hard to hear, but listen quietly and try to understand his feelings. Don’t interrupt him; wait until he’s done to tell him how you feel. Stay calm and don’t get defensive. Both of your feelings are valid; allow him space to express his before you try to refute them. Remember, if your boyfriend felt comfortable enough to ask you for more space, it may be a sign that he trusts you. Let him explain what he feels and what kind of space he needs without judging or getting angry. As someone who cares about him, it’s your job to respect and try to understand his feelings.  It’s likely that your boyfriend just needs a little more time to himself. Maybe he wants to play video games with his friends once a week or not feel pressured to text you every few hours. It’s also possible he wants to take a longer-term break. Ask him to be honest and specific. Say, “What kind of space can I give you? What do you need from me?” Many healthy couples take time for themselves. Remember that this isn’t his attempt to escape or break up with you; this is something you can do with him to make your relationship stronger. If he wanted to break up, he probably would. Even after listening...

TL;DR in Russian:

Говорите о чувствах, только когда вы оба спокойны. Выслушайте причины. Обсудите с ним, сколько времени без вас ему необходимо. Не бойтесь идти на компромисс. Сохраняйте спокойствие и не делайте поспешных выводов.


It’s normal to feel depressed when the guy you are interested in doesn't care about you, but avoid isolating yourself from the people who love and support you. Cutting yourself off from friends and family will make you feel worse, so reach out to the people in your life you can count on. Ask your friends and family for their feedback and help. They will probably be happy to talk with you about your feelings and brainstorm about how you can feel better. There's also a good chance they have dealt with a similar situation and can relate to how you are feeling. To take your mind off your troubles and to help you move forward with your life, organize fun activities with people you enjoy being around.  Go out to dinner, see a movie, plan a trip, or take a spa day. It might be tempting to spend the whole time talking about your unrequited love, but everyone will have a better time if you enjoy the moment. Don’t focus on the past. Meeting new people can be a healthy way to recover from rejection because the people you meet were not a part of these painful experiences. Here are some ideas to make new friends:  Introduce yourself to someone you see regularly at work, school, or in your gym class. There are many people we see every day, but have never taken the time to actually meet. You might get to know someone who could be a great friend. Visit new places such as restaurants, bookstores, and coffee shops. When you become stuck in a routine, you don’t encounter many new people. Instead of spending all your time telling your new friends about past relationship woes, try asking them about their lives and interests. You’re meeting new people to move forward, so don’t let your past pain intrude on your fresh start. When you are dealing with a painful or potentially hurtful situation such as learning that someone doesn’t care about you, it can be tempting to fixate on your own pain. A good way to feel better and take your mind off your troubles, however, is to help someone else.  Helping other people has a way of placing...

TL;DR in Russian:

Не изолируйте себя. Организуйте веселый досуг. Заведите новых друзей. Попробуйте помочь кому-нибудь. Обратитесь к профессионалам в области психологического состояния.


It’s not because you need to worry about “washing away” your tan. The melanin production stimulated by UVA light won’t be stopped by a shower. Rather, studies show that showering and then applying moisturizer does not hydrate your skin as well as applying moisturizer alone. If you do shower, be sure to:  Take a cold or warm shower, not a hot one. Limit your shower time. Showering too long will remove oils from your skin. Avoid soap, or only apply it to the "smelly" places, such as  your groin, armpits, and feet. Soap will strip the oil from your skin. Pat dry so that some moisture remains on your skin. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally produced chemical that helps to bind and retain water molecules at the skin. Cosmetics containing hyaluronic acid have been shown to improve skin hydration and elasticity. Rub a cream with the compound into your skin before applying moisturizer. If you shower, apply the cream immediately afterwards. Moisturizers help to replace the thin layer of lipids that protects your skin from water loss. Any moisturizer will do, but consider using one with liposomes containing vitamin A for skin health. If you do shower, apply moisturizer immediately afterward. Use a non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) moisturizer if you are prone to breakouts.

TL;DR in Russian:

Подумайте о том, чтобы не принимать душ. Используйте средства с гиалуроновой кислотой. Используйте увлажняющее средство.


It’s not easy to distinguish between healthy nervousness and anxiety and unhealthy, disruptive anxiety. If you find that your anxiety is disrupting your life or relationship, you may have relationship anxiety or even an anxiety disorder. If you think that this might be the case, talk with your doctor in addition to making healthy emotional changes.  Signs of anxiety include:  Worrying excessively Disrupted sleep Chronic indigestion Feeling depressed Sweating Relationship anxiety is often a symptom of an underlying fear.  Identifying these insecurities will help you address your feelings and reduce your anxiety. You might recognize that you’re feeling anxious but not know why.  Consider what you’re anxious about and how that might be based on an insecurity of yours.  Doctors believe that traumatic life experiences can trigger anxiety disorders in people that are already susceptible to anxiety.  We can also inherit anxiety traits.  Some medical conditions, such as thyroid problems, diabetes, heart disease, IBS, drug abuse, respiratory issues, and chronic pain problems, can bring on anxiety. If you think that you have anxiety, speak with your doctor to rule out underlying health issues.  Then, seek the assistance of a therapist to work through any life trauma that may be triggering your anxiety. Seeking therapy as a couple doesn’t mean that your relationship is a flawed or broken.  It just means that you and your partner could benefit from the assistance of a trained professional that will help you navigate communication, insecurity, and intimacy issues.  Attending couples therapy may also indicate that both partners want the relationship to succeed, and they recognize that they could benefit from professional assistance.  A couples therapist might not see you and your partner individually, as that may pose a conflict of interest. Some couple seek therapy as a pre-emptive measure, even when both partners are feeling no relationship anxiety. You need to honestly evaluate your relationship to determine if it’s...

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Признайте тот факт, что вы испытываете тревожность. Определите причину тревожности. Подумайте о том, чтобы поработать с психотерапевтом вместе с партнером. Оцените свои отношения.


It’s okay to feel weird about talking to strangers! But it’s hard to make friends if you don’t talk to anybody, so set a goal of meeting 1 new person each day. Start out small by saying “Hi” to someone in one of your classes. Then, try starting conversations with people you sit next to. Soon you’ll be able to chat with anybody!  Try asking a question about the class or the school if you don’t know what to say. Something like, “What pages are we supposed to read?” or, “Does the football team usually win?” are good ways to start a conversation if you aren’t used to talking to strangers. Look for anything you might have in common with someone and try to comment on that. For instance, say, “Nice pin! I love The Cure.” It’s easy to strike up a conversation with someone sitting near you. Comment on the class or ask about the teacher. Also, most people like to talk about themselves, so you could start by telling them you noticed about them that you like or admire. A comment like, “I love those shoes!” or “That was really cool of you when you told him to leave that girl alone.Oh and what are their names?” can open up a conversation that can turn into friendship. Look for groups of people who wear the clothes you like, listen to the music you like, and do the things you like. Ask to sit with them during lunch or during activities. Don’t worry—if you like those things too, they’ll probably want to hang out! For example, if you see a group wearing basketball jerseys talking about last night’s game, you can say, “Basketball’s my life! I got to see the Knicks twice when I lived in New York. You mind if I sit with you guys?” Add your classmates on whichever social media platform you use the most. Don’t feel weird about it, it’s totally normal! You don’t have to message every single person, but getting to know them on social media can open doors for conversation and friendship later. Try starting small by “liking” one of their posts. You could also write a friendly comment like, “I love those shoes!” or, “That looks really...

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Поговорите с другими учениками в школе, которых вы не знаете. Поговорите с соседями по парте. Попробуйте найти компанию, в которую вы могли бы вписаться, и спросите, можно ли присесть рядом. Добавьте своих одноклассников в социальных сетях, которыми вы чаще всего пользуетесь. Вливайтесь в школьную жизнь. Ходите на матчи и другие общественные события. Ищите человека, который тоже в поиске друзей. Будьте позитивны и дайте себе немного времени.


It’s the black icon with a white music note inside. This will open the search screen. Then hit Search on your keyboard. If you don't have a specific friend in mind, try importing your Contacts or Facebook friends, instead. If you've accidentally clicked off the Users tab at the top (onto "Sounds" or "Hashtags"), click back to Users.  The pink Follow button will change to a grey one that reads Following.

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Запустите приложение Tik Tok. Нажмите значок в виде лупы в нижнем левом углу. Введите имя пользователя или экранное имя. Просмотрите результаты поиска. Найдите друга, на которого хотите подписаться. Коснитесь Добавить.


It’s the blue icon with a white bird inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer. It’s the blue icon with a white feather and + symbol at the screen’s bottom-right corner. This opens the new tweet box and your keyboard.  If you want to reply to a tweet, tap the speech bubble icon beneath it. To add an emoji to a direct message, create or open a message, then tap the typing area to open the keyboard. The steps to do this vary by keyboard app.   iPhone/iPad: Tap the smiley face or globe key to the left of the spacebar at the bottom of the keyboard. You may have to tap the globe key more than once to get to the emoji keyboard if you have multiple languages installed.  Android: Tap the smiley face key on the keyboard. If you don't see it, try long-pressing the spacebar, Enter, or an arrow key, and then tap the smiling face. If that doesn’t work, try tapping the number or symbol key—the smiling face key may be hiding there. Swipe left or right to view available emoji, then tap the one you want to insert. It's in the top-right corner of the "Tweet" box. Doing so posts your tweet.  If you're replying to a tweet, tap Reply above your reply. If you’re responding to a direct message, tap the Send button (a paper airplane) to the right of the typing area. If you want to add an emoji to your name (not your handle) or profile bio on Twitter, do the following:  Tap your profile photo at the top-left corner of the screen and select Profile. Tap Edit profile at the top-right corner of the screen. To insert an emoji into the name field, tap that field, tap the emoji key on the keyboard, then insert your desired emoji. To insert an emoji into your bio, tap the location in your bio where you want the emoji to appear, tap the emoji key, then select an emoji. Tap Save at the top-right corner to save your changes.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите приложение Twitter. Нажмите на значок создания твита. Нажмите кнопку смайликов на клавиатуре. Нажмите на смайлик, чтобы вставить его. Нажмите Твитнуть. Добавьте смайлик в свой профиль.


It’s the blue icon with a white “P” inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen. Not all stores accept PayPal. Enter your login details (or verify your PIN) and tap Log In. It’s the icon with a blue storefront outline.  If it’s your first time using PayPal In Store, tap Let’s Go when prompted. If you haven’t set up PayPal to use location services, follow the on-screen instructions to set it up now. Type the store’s name into the “Find a location” screen at the top of the message, then tap the location in the results. If the store is not listed, it does not accept PayPal In Store payments. If you don’t want to use the default payment method, tap that method to open the menu, then select a different method. The cashier will then validate the code to process your payment.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите PayPal на iPhone или iPad. Войдите в аккаунт. Прокрутите вниз и коснитесь Магазин. Выберите магазин. Выберите способ оплаты. Покажите кассиру код оплаты.


It’s the green icon with a white chat bubble and phone receiver inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen or in the app drawer. This opens the conversation. It will appear at the bottom of the conversation. These icons tell you whether your message has been read.  If you see one gray check mark, this means the message has not yet been delivered to the other person’s WhatsApp. They may not have WhatsApp open. Two gray check marks mean the message has been delivered, but the recipient hasn’t read it yet. When the two check marks turn blue, you’ll know the recipient has read the message.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите WhatsApp. Коснитесь человека, которому хотите отправить сообщение. Введите текст сообщения и отправьте его. Найдите значок в нижнем правом углу отправленного сообщения.


It’s the green icon with a white winking chat bubble in the app drawer. There’s no real way to copy a Bitmoji from the Android app, but you can save it to your device to share with other apps. To find it, use the icons at the top of the screen to view different categories, then scroll down to see all of the options. It’s the last option (a purple icon with an arrow) in the icon list. Do this if you’re asked to allow Bitmoji to access photos, media, and files on your device. The Bitmoji will now save to a folder called “Bitmoji” on your device. The steps to do this depend on the app you’re using, but you’ll be able to share it with any app that allows you to share images (e.g. Facebook, Android Messages, WhatsApp, Gmail).  Open the app with which you want to share your Bitmoji, then look for the Attach button—it usually looks like a camera, plus (+) sign, or paper clip. You’ll see a list of folders on your device. Navigate to the Bitmoji folder. You may have to choose something like “Local images” or “Local Device” to find it. Tap the Bitmoji to select it. Send the message or post.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите «Bitmoji». Коснитесь Bitmoji, который хотите скопировать. Проведите влево по иконкам внизу экрана и коснитесь Сохранить. Коснитесь Разрешить. Отправьте Bitmoji в другое приложение.


It’s the icon that’s usually in the app drawer. If you have Marshmallow or later, you might have apps that start randomly due to a lack of battery optimization. This method helps optimize apps so they stop starting automatically. It’s under the “Device” header. A menu will appear. If any apps appear in this list, they may be starting automatically and wasting your battery. If you don’t see the app you’re looking for, try another method. A pop-up menu will appear. This app should no longer start automatically.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите приложение «Настройки». Прокрутите вниз и нажмите Батарея. Коснитесь ⁝. Нажмите Приложения, потребляющие энергию. Коснитесь приложения, автозапуск которого нужно отключить. Выберите «Остановить» и нажмите ОК.


It’s the icon typically found on the home screen. It’s at the bottom of the third group of settings. It’s at the top of the list. If the “Location Services” switch is disabled/white, toggle the switch to the On position.  Tap Always if you plan to use Google Maps for navigation, traffic, transit updates, and places to see near you. Tap While Using the App if you’ll only be using Maps to look up directions or locations.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите приложение «Настройки». Прокрутите вниз и нажмите Конфиденциальность. Коснитесь Службы геолокации. Прокрутите вниз и коснитесь Google Карты. Выберите свое местоположение.


It’s the phone receiver icon typically found on the home screen. It’s at the top-right corner of the screen. A list of blocked contacts and phone numbers will appear. A confirmation message will appear. This contact or phone number is no longer blocked.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите приложение «Телефон». Нажмите на ⋯. Нажмите на  Черный список. Нажмите Удалить из черного списка. Нажмите ←.


It’s the red rectangle icon with a white triangle inside. You’ll usually find it on the home screen and/or in the app drawer.  It’s not possible to sign out of YouTube on your Android without removing the entire account from your phone or tablet. This also signs you out from all apps that share your account, including Google Maps, Gmail, and your Android (if you're signed in with this account). If you just want to view videos anonymously, tap your profile photo at the top-right corner of the screen, then tap Turn on Incognito. If you decide you want to proceed with removing this account and its data from your Android, continue with this method. It’s the circle at the top-right corner of the screen. A menu will expand. It’s toward the bottom of the menu. A list of your accounts will appear. The option you see may vary depending on your version, settings, and number of accounts. You may have to tap Google before you see your account name. If you don’t see this option, tap the ⁝ at the top-right corner and then select Remove account. A confirmation message will appear, letting you know that all data associated with this account will be removed from your Android. You will now be signed out of your YouTube account, and other associated apps, on this Android.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите приложение YouTube. Нажмите на круглое изображение профиля. Прокрутите вниз и нажмите Сменить аккаунт. Коснитесь Управлять аккаунтами или Выйти. Нажмите на учетную запись, которую собираетесь удалить. Нажмите Удалить аккаунт. Нажмите Удалить аккаунт, чтобы подтвердить свои действия.


It’s the yellow icon with a white ghost, usually on your home screen. It’s at the bottom-left corner of the screen. This opens the Chats screen. Tap a contact’s name to open a chat with that person. Be sure to choose someone who has linked Bitmoji to Snapchat. If you can’t find the person with whom you want to chat, tap the magnifying glass at the top of the screen to search for them. Tap the large white circle at the bottom-center area of the screen to take a photo, or hold it down to record video. If you just want to send a Friendmoji to the chat (not add one to a photo) you can skip this step. If you’ve created a photo or video snap, it looks like a square sheet of paper with a folded-up corner. If you’re sending Friendmoji to the chat, it’s the smiley face icon. You’ll know you’re there when you see Bitmoji scenes that show both you and your friend. It will appear on the photo/video (or in the message box, if you’re just sending it to chat). If you add the Friendmoji to a photo or video, you can change its size by pinching it in or out with your fingers. Your friend will now receive a Snap or message that contains your Friendmoji.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите Snapchat. Коснитесь кнопки Друзья в левом нижнем углу экрана. Выберите чат. Сделайте снимок. Коснитесь иконки стикера. Проведите по экрану вправо, пока не попадете на экран Friendmoji. Коснитесь Friendmoji, который хотите вставить. Отправьте снимок.


It’s time to clean house if your work area looks less than tidy. An unorganized desk can leave you feeling overwhelmed and make it difficult to concentrate. Eliminate the distractions and clutter by giving anything that doesn’t help you become productive an eviction notice. For instance, focus on one area at a time and ask yourself if each object helps you achieve your work goals. Toss it if it does not. This could include furniture, files, papers, notes, books, or even pictures. You may be surprised at just how much of an impact the way your desk is set up has on your productivity. Take the time to determine what works best for you, or try this approach. Place your monitor 17 inches away from you and at eye level. Phones and other supplies you use frequently should be placed on your dominant side to prevent you from having to reach over. Place items you use daily on your desk and place those that are used less frequently inside the desk drawers. Keep personal items to a minimum and place supplies that are used together close to each other. Don’t let your “to-do” piles threaten to take over your desk. In addition to reducing your organization, these piles can stress you out. Instead, create an organized place for them that doesn’t take up a lot of space. Create file folders for each task or pile. Store them in your desk drawers, a file cabinet, or whatever you have available. Go through each folder and eliminate any unneeded paperwork inside of it once you’ve completed the project. Then store the file in a place designated for finished tasks. Coming into a cluttered desk at the start of your work day can make you feel frazzled and overwhelmed. Prevent this from happening by tidying up and organizing your workspace before you leave each day. Organize your desk an hour before you leave. Doing so can help you find an assignment you may have forgot about and still gives you time to complete it before the day is done.

TL;DR in Russian:

Уберите все, что вам не нужно. Разложите вещи на рабочем столе в продуктивной манере. Наведите порядок в кипах дел. Каждый день перед уходом наводите порядок на столе.