Article in English: You may want to try several poses to find the most flattering one. If you have a timer, and a series option, you can set your camera to take several pictures at a time, which gives you time to pose or smile. You may look more together if you're not worried about operating the camera and posing.  Give yourself more than enough time with the timer so you don't have to run back and forth too quickly. If you love the timer method, invest in a remote. You should try as many angles as possible to see which one is the most flattering and makes you look your best. Avoid taking photos from below because you'll look shorter or like you have a double-chin. If the camera is slightly above you, you'll look taller and slimmer.  Avoid taking photos head-on. This will make you look boxy. Take the photo from the left or right to make your photo more dynamic. Try ten or twenty different angles. Have fun until you find your most flattering angle. Remember that one hairstyle can look great in one angle, while another would not look as nice in the same set-up. Try taking pictures in front of the mirror. This will add a new and fun perspective to your photo shoot. The camera will show up in the photo for a fun effect. Keep going until you get the perfect shot. Unless you have a Polaroid or film camera, you have nothing to lose. Try as many outfits or hairstyles as you want until you look just right. You can try a variety of backgrounds that make you stand out, whether you're at home or outside. If you found the perfect location, try taking pictures in the same place during different times of the day to see how the lighting affects your look. Show a friend or family member your picture before uploading it to the Internet to get a second opinion. You may think you look perfect, but an honest opinion could help you improve your next photo.

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Подготовьте фотокамеру. Экспериментируйте с углами съемки. Сделайте как можно больше фотографий. Узнайте мнение ваших друзей.


Article in English: You may want to try steaming the hat first. The most common way to steam a straw hat is to use a steamer or the steam setting on an iron. You could also take the hat to a hat store that has an industrial steamer, but it's usually not necessary.  Apply the steam around the entire brim of the hat first. The steam will loosen the fibers. The steam will help the hat regain its natural shape. You could use steam from a pot of boiling water if you don’t have a steamer, but be very careful around boiling water.  If the steam seems like it’s saturating the hat too much, stop for a few minutes before restarting the process. Keep the steam about 6 to 8 inches away from the straw hat so the steam doesn’t damage it or hurt your hands. Pop the brim back down.  After directing the steam around the brim, put steam throughout the inside of the hat’s crown. The steam should start popping the dents in the hat back out. You don’t want the steamer or iron to actually touch the straw though. Continue steaming until the hat is damp. Don't worry that you are getting too much moisture in the hat because the moisture is what will help straighten it out. After you wet it or while you are steaming the hat, push everything back into shape, constantly molding the straw with your hands throughout the steaming process.  Pull the fibers apart with your fingers as you mold the hat. You could also use a spoon to mold the hat’s shape while it’s steaming instead of your fingers. After you’ve steamed the hat, put a bowl, folded towel, or other object inside the hat. This will help its crown further regain its shape. You may need to wear garden gloves or oven mitts when steaming the hat. It can be dangerous to be around hot steam, so be very careful that you don't burn yourself by getting too close to it. If steaming the hat doesn't work, you may want to wet the hat instead. This approach can especially work with a squished straw hat brim. Spray the hat with water. It should dry back in shape because the moisture will make the straw more pliable....

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Подумайте об отпаривании шляпы. Приподнимите поля шляпы и отпарьте ее по периметру полей. Выправьте форму шляпы пальцами. Увлажните шляпу водой. Положите шляпу и дайте ей высохнуть.


Article in English: You may want to use a long-reach lighter or a long match. Use a thermometer to keep a close eye on the temperature as you heat the oil to make sure it doesn't get too hot. If your oil gets too hot, the outside of your turkey will cook faster than the inside, resulting in an undercooked bird. You also increase your risk of a grease fire. If you have a hanger, push the long end through the cavity of the turkey so that the hooks are firmly seated on the bottom of the turkey. Attach the handle and lift the turkey to make sure it feels secure. If you have a basket, place the turkey breast-side down. If the oil starts to spit, slowly lift the turkey back out. Do not drop the turkey in the oil! If you have to take the turkey out, double-check that the oil is the correct temperature and that the turkey is completely cleaned out and dried. Usually, spitting oil is a result of moisture coming into contact with the hot grease. A general guideline for how long this will take is roughly 3 minutes for each pound (0.4 kg) of bird, but you should always go by the internal temperature of the turkey rather than the cooking time. If you have a basket, use oven mitts to lift it by the handle. If you are using a hanger, carefully fish the turkey from the fryer. Allow the oil to drain off as you lift the bird. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure you get an accurate reading. The temperature of the turkey should be a minimum of 165 °F (74 °C). The juices from the turkey need time to redistribute throughout the meat in order to get the best results. You can drain the turkey on paper towels or on a rack.

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Зажгите горелку и следите за маслом, пока оно не разогреется до 180 °C. Поместите индейку в корзину или закрепите ее на крюке. Медленно опустите индейку в масло. Разогрейте индейку до температуры 74 °C. Медленно поднимите индейку из масла, когда придет время проверить, готова ли она. Проверьте температуру в обоих бедрах и с двух сторон груди. Подождите 20 минут, прежде чем разрезать индейку.


Article in English: You may want to use the "desktop" or a folder in the "documents" section. This will save space and work if you are planning to send files over email. It will also allow you to keep files together so you don't lose them. Create a new folder on your desktop or in a documents folder by pressing your right mouse button. Select "New Folder" and name it according to your file type or project. Creating and zipping a folder is also useful for data storage, email inbox storage and email transmission times. You will usually use a mouse to do this. A list of options will pop up. If you don't have a right mouse button, hold down "Shift" and "F10" to get the same list of options.  Choose "Compressed Folder." Wait while the folder compresses. It should say the previous folder's name and a ".zip" file extension name. A person who receives a .zip file must double click on the folder to unzip the file. After completing this, they will be able to access all of the files in the original folder.

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Поместите нужный файл в удобную для вас директорию. Рассмотрите возможность создания и сжатия новой папки, если вы хотите сжать несколько файлов для их отправки по электронной почте. Выберите файлы для сжатия. Щелкните по папке правой кнопкой мыши. Выберите «Отправить» в открывшемся меню. Выберите «Сжатая ZIP-папка". Найдите сжатый файл. Прикрепите этот файл к электронному письму или сохраните его на жестком диске.


Article in English: You may want to wax a floor that has already been treated, since these surfaces do wear down and get dirty eventually. First, find out which type of product was used: natural ones called wax, or synthetic ones called finish. If the previous owner is unable to tell you, you'll need to examine the floor yourself:  If the floor is not shiny or glossy, and you can feel the original material with your finger, it has not been treated. Wipe a small section of the floor with a cloth dipped in mineral spirits or paint thinner. If the cloth turns yellow or brown, your floor has been waxed. If the cloth does not pick up any residue, your floor has been finished. If your floor has never been treated, you can select any wax or finish product intended for the material your floor is made from. Polyurethane is a popular, glossy option, but each product will appear slightly different, so do your research and determine which look you want. If your floor has already been treated, you'll need to choose the correct option:  Wax is difficult to fully remove, since it soaks into the wood. This makes the floor unsuitable for a synthetic finish unless you hire a professional to strip the wax fully, but new wax can be applied without difficulty after stripping, or even simply applied on top if the old layer is only scratched, not dirty. If the floor has been finished, you can go over it with a floor machine with scrubbing pad attachment to remove part of the finish, then apply that same type of  finish to improve the appearance. If you can't figure out what type it is, or if you want to use a different type, you'll need to strip the old finish off entirely first.  If you don't want to strip a previous finish, you can use a water-based silicone polish instead of waxing. Simply sweep the floor, then apply several even layers of the polish with a mop. Determine where you plan to wax and remove everything from that area. Put up signs in public areas to let people know the area will be off limits for at least 8 hours. To be extra safe,...

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Определите, была ли поверхность ранее обработана. Выберите воск или мастику. Уберите всю мебель и предметы с пола. Определите, нужно ли вам циклевать пол.


Article in English: You may want to wear disposable gloves or other protective clothing when handling tobacco products or using cleaning chemicals. This helps to prevent unpleasant contact as well as skin irritation due to the chemicals in certain cleaners. Remove cigarette butts, ends of cigars, ashtrays, etc. from your home and outside space. Leaving these items in your home will lead to continual absorption of the smell of smoke. Dispose of these items after they have been completely extinguished. Place them in a grocery bag and tie it closed before putting it in an outdoor trash bin. Do this frequently throughout the cleaning and deodorizing process. You can place fans strategically throughout your home for increased airflow. Point your fans in corners of the room that may not have good airflow to push air out of the room. Or, point fans toward doorways and windows to help stale air leave the home. Some products will advertise things such as odor control or odor removal. However, it's important you use products that have a cleaning agent included. Products that simply mask odors will not get rid of the smell of smoke. Look for products that have:   Baking soda. Baking soda naturally neutralizes odors and does it by bringing acidic and basic odor molecules into a more neutral pH or state.   Activated charcoal. Charcoal is used often to filter dirt and particles from water but it also acts as a great deodorizing agent that absorbs odors and smells.   Hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide deodorizes by giving oxygen to a contaminated or smelly area. However, this chemical can act like bleach and should be used carefully and only on certain surfaces. Do a test run on a small area before using it extensively. Also, wear gloves and old clothing when using hydrogen peroxide in case it bleaches the fabric. Be sure to seal the peroxide tightly for storage.

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Используйте одноразовые перчатки. Устраните все источники дыма. Откройте все окна и двери, чтобы проветрить дом. Купите средства для устранения запаха.


Article in English: You may want to write down assignments on the day they were assigned or on the day they are due. This will depend on your personal style and preference.  If you write things down on the day they were assigned, this will enable you to look at each day to see what you should be working on (e.g., If reading chapter 5 was assigned on Monday, you would write it down under Monday’s space and do the assignment that day). If you write things down on the day they are due, you will need to look ahead to see what you should be working on (e.g., If reading chapter 5 needs to be completed Wednesday, you would write it down under Wednesday’s space but look ahead on Monday or Tuesday in order to complete the assignment by Wednesday). Write new information in your planner every day; any assignments, events, meetings, and get togethers you plan should be recorded daily. You should also check your planner each morning and night to ensure you aren’t forgetting to do anything. You can put a sticky note on your mirror or another place you look daily, or set a daily reminder in your phone, to help you remember to check your planner if you think you might forget.  Some teachers like to write out assignments weeks ahead of time. If your teacher does this, you can transfer these assignments to your planner. Once you develop the habit of checking your planner, you may no longer need reminders, such as sticky notes on the mirror. Your teacher may mention that a group project will be due on the last day of class; though that may seem like a long way off, write it down immediately. This goes for homework, tests, other assignments, and events as well. Write down the corresponding textbook pages and any other information the teacher tells you to include. If you tend to procrastinate, consider putting reminders into your planner. For example, you can write "Start working on Shakespeare essay" the week before it is due. If you have a major project or test coming up you can schedule time to work on it in your planner. This will keep you from...

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Подумайте, каким способом вы будете вести ежедневник. Включите ведение ежедневника в свой распорядок дня. Записывайте информацию, как только узнаете ее. Назначайте крайние сроки самостоятельно.


Article in English: You may wish to contact the celebrity out of a number of reasons: a chance to meet the person, get something autographed, or for business reasons like discussing advertising opportunities. Typically, celebrities don't handle their business deals directly; hence agents are used for booking celebrities for an appearance, concert, endorsement, movie, or similar activities. Publicists deal with anything related to the public, like magazines articles, blogs, and interviews.  Agents, managers, and publicists each have their parts that they represent for a celebrity. They handle the business and image aspects of the celebrity. There are a few different ways of getting in touch with these representatives. The manager’s job is to provide career guidance and advice, and along with the agent (and the celebrity), they’ll need to sign off on any potential deals their client makes. The best way is through email, and it is how most business deals are done with celebrities. Email allows for a paper trail, and it is the preferred method of contact for representatives. Phone is another route to take, but it is not the preferred course of action. Also, it's important to keep in mind that many agents have assistants and gatekeepers, so you will likely be unable to reach the representative by phone. By snail mail isn't a feasible option unless you are sending free product to someone. Even doing this, you want to have spoken to the representative through email or by phone prior to sending your merchandise. Please note that representatives are only to be reached out to for business and publicity inquiries, not for fan mail. Celebrities change representatives frequently. You can monitor these changes through booking agent info databases. A celebrity’s manager is involved in all aspects of their career. Less known celebrities may only have a manager. These people are generally very busy, but can help you contact your celebrity. While the celebrity’s publicist usually doesn’t have much approval power over business deals, they are a...

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Обратитесь к знаменитости через агента или пресс-атташе. Создайте подходящее послание. Отправьте сообщение.


Article in English: You may wish to create a link to the hidden slide so that you can still access it while in presentation mode. It can sometimes be embarrassing to switch back to editing mode during a presentation. Click the Insert tab from the top of the window. This tab controls everything you can insert into a slide, including pictures, videos, etc. Highlight the text you wish to create a link from. This will be what you click to access the hidden slide during a presentation, so choose a place that makes sense. You may wish to add some text at the end of the presentation saying something like, "More information," and creating the link from that text. Click the Hyperlink button from the options within the Insert tab.  Choose Place in this document from the options on the left side of the pop-up window. Select the hidden slide and click the OK button from the bottom right of the window.

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Создайте ссылку для скрытого слайда. Нажмите на «Вставка». Выберите текст. Выберите «Гиперссылка».


Article in English: You may worry that a flared leg at the bottom of your pants adds more weight and emphasis to the bottom of your leg, and in a sense, that assessment is accurate. By draping more material over that part of your leg, though, you can actually balance out the size of your foot with the size of your leg. The excess trouser material tricks the eye into expecting “more” at the bottom of your leg, so your larger foot ends up looking proportional. Similarly, you should avoid jeans and trousers with tapered legs. Tapered legs cling to you and train the eye to look for less at the bottom of your leg instead of more. As a result, the size of each foot gets emphasized. This means skipping the cropped pants, capris, and mini skirts. When the fabric of your pants or skirts stops just above the calf, the lower leg and foot get emphasized. This emphasis generally makes your calves and feet look stockier and bigger.  Try wearing shorts and skirts that rise just above the knee. This lengthens the overall appearance of your leg. You might be tempted to think that lengthening the look of your leg also lengthens the look of your foot, but by making the leg itself appear longer, you can actually make your foot look more proportional to the rest of the leg. Alternatively, wear floor-length skirts to mask as much of your foot altogether. This is a valid option, especially if the skirt flares out and covers your ankles, since the excess material dwarfs the size of your foot by comparison. Avoid skirts that cling to your lower leg and those that stop just above the ankle, though, since these options will only emphasize your feet more. A large, chunky belt can compete with your feet in regards to size. A skinny belt will cause the eye to notice the mass at the bottom of your legs, but a wide belt will add a comparable amount of mass to the top of the leg. As a result, the eye sees the overall leg, from waist to foot, in a more balanced and proportional light. In general, skinny belts make your legs look longer while wide belts make your...

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Носите расклешенные джинсы и брюки. Старайтесь не носить одежду, подчеркивающую икры. Ваши ступни будут выглядеть меньше, если вы наденете широкий пояс. Не носите юбок в обтяжку. Сделайте акцент на верхней части одежды.


Article in English: You may, if you wish, disconnect only 1 of the 2 leads from the circuit. This information should be printed on the outside of the capacitor as well. Look for a number followed by a capital “V,” the symbol for “volt.” For a 25V capacitor, you could use a voltage of 9 volts, while for a 600V capacitor, you should use a voltage of at least 400 volts. Let the capacitor charge for a few seconds. Be sure to connect the positive (red) lead from the voltage source to the positive (longer) capacitor terminal and the negative (black) lead to the negative (shorter) terminal. The greater the discrepancy between the capacitor’s voltage rating and the voltage you’re charging it with, the longer it will take to charge. Generally, the higher voltage of the power supply you have access to, the higher the voltage ratings of the capacitors you can test with ease.  Connect the positive(red) lead to the positive (longer) terminal and the negative (black) lead to the negative (shorter) terminal. This should be close to the voltage you supplied the capacitor with. If it isn’t, the capacitor is no good. The capacitor will discharge its voltage into the voltmeter, causing its reading to drop back to zero the longer you have the leads connected. This is normal. Only if the initial reading is much lower than the expected voltage should you be concerned.

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Отсоедините конденсатор от электрической цепи. Измерьте напряжение на конденсаторе. Зарядите конденсатор, используя напряжение ненамного ниже указанного на его корпусе. Установите вольтметр в режим измерения постоянного напряжения (в том случае, если он предназначен для измерения как переменного, так и постоянного напряжения). Подсоедините контакты вольтметра к конденсатору. Проверьте начальное значение напряжения.


Article in English: You might accumulate yellow matter between your teeth if you are not flossing regularly. Flossing can instantly remove a lot of the build-up between your teeth that causes discoloration. Make sure to make flossing part of your daily routine.  Use a good amount of floss — it should be about 18 inches in length. Grip  the floss tightly in each hand, and move the floss up and down between each tooth. Curve the floss into a "C" shape, so that you are covering the entire surface. Use fresh sections of floss as you move around your mouth.  Do at least six up and down movements on each tooth surface. Be gentle — don't damage your gums. Whitening your teeth does not have to be expensive. You can use several items that you probably already have in your own home. One effective method is to make a paste out of baking soda and lemon juice. Baking soda can help balance the Ph levels in your mouth, and lemon juice is a natural sort of bleach.  You will need a few teaspoons of baking soda and a small amount of lemon juice. Mix them together until you reach a paste-like consistency (partly liquid). Then use a toothbrush to spread the paste onto all of your teeth. Leave on for one minute, then rinse your mouth thoroughly with water. Be careful not to brush your teeth too hard with this paste, as you may produce some abrasion on enamel. Baking soda can also be used to create a scrub by combining it with salt and strawberries. The salt will act as sort of an exfoliant to scrub gunk from your teeth. Strawberries contain a lot of vitamin C, which is good for breaking down plaque. To make this scrub, you'll need two to three strawberries. Mash them together, and add a sprinkle of salt and a dime-sized amount of baking soda. Spread the scrub onto your teeth using a toothbrush. Let sit for five minutes, then rinse. Hydrogen peroxide is common in most homes, and is often used for minor scrapes or cuts. It can also be used as an inexpensive method for whitening your teeth. Simply swish a very small amount in your mouth for a few...

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Чистите зубы нитью. Приготовьте зубную пасту. Приготовьте скраб. Полощите рот перекисью водорода. Загляните в холодильник. Приобретите отбеливающую зубную пасту. Регулярно пользуйтесь описанными выше методами.


Article in English: You might also use a mixing container, like a bowl or plastic container. Keep in mind that acrylics dry in 10 - 30 minutes, with professional grade acrylics often taking longer to dry than student grade. As this is a quick-drying kind of paint, using too much from the tube can result in expensive waste. To avoid this, always start with a small amount, adding more on an as-needed basis. When only thinning your paint slightly, take your brush and wet it in clean water. Too much moisture can leave your acrylic paint looking thin; too little may not have much of an effect at all. To significantly thin your paint, pour water into a container with your paint and use your brush to mix the water and paint together.  Be sure you thoroughly distribute the water throughout your acrylic. Failing to do so can result in clumping or an uneven color. Have paper towel on hand for blotting brushes once you are ready to begin painting. Too much moisture on your brush, or too much remaining moisture after you've cleansed your brush of a previous color, can severely thin your paint, which can lead to drips forming in your painting. You can use one of these substances in place of water for a more controlled thinning of your paint. You can buy ready-to-use thinning/anti-congealing agents at your local art store. These will keep your paint from drying out too fast and thin it in the process. Always add your thinning agent according to its directions, but generally, you should apply your agent in small amounts using your brush. The composition of each of these thinning agents will likely react differently depending on the kind of acrylic paint you are using. It's best if you add your agent little by little, until it has the desired effect. You should have a section of spare canvas or a surface on which you can check the consistency of your paint. As you thin your acrylics, you'll find tint and thickness also change. Take your palette knife and spread paint after adding your thinner to check if the consistency is as desirable as its...

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Нанесите немного краски на палитру. Добавьте в краску воду. Добавьте в краску растворитель или антиотвердитель. Проверьте консистенцию краски мастихином. Добавьте грунтовку в смесь краски и воды.


Article in English: You might assume that some loss of sensation or sporadic tingling in your feet is a normal and expected part of aging, but it's not. Instead, it's an early sign that the small sensory nerves in your feet aren't working properly. As such, examine your feet more often and compare the ability to feel light touch there with other parts of your body, such as your thighs or hands.  Use a pencil or pen to lightly stroke your feet (top and bottom) to see if you can feel it — better yet, close your eyes and ask a friend to do it. Loss of sensation/vibration usually begins in the toes and slowly spreads up the foot and eventually the leg. In the U.S., the most common cause of foot neuropathy is diabetes — 60–70% of diabetics will develop neuropathy within their lifetimes. Some occasional foot discomfort or cramping may be completely normal, especially after long walks in new shoes, but constant burning pain or strange intermittent electric pain without reason is an early sign of foot neuropathy.  See if changing your shoes makes a difference with your foot pain, or try some off-the-shelf shoe inserts. Neuropathic pain usually gets worse at night.  Sometimes pain receptors get so sensitized with neuropathy that covering your feet with a blanket is unbearable — a condition known as allodynia. If walking is becoming more difficult or you seem more clumsy / accident prone while on your feet, then that may be a sign of early motor nerve damage due to neuropathy. Foot drop while walking (leading to lots of stumbling) and loss of balance are also common neuropathic symptoms.  Try standing on your tip toes for 10 seconds and see how difficult that is — if you can't do it, then that may indicate a problem. You may also notice involuntary twitching and loss of muscle tone in your feet.  A cerebral stroke can also cause muscle weakness, paralysis and loss of sensation in your feet, but symptoms are usually sudden in onset and accompanied by several other signs and symptoms, whereas neuropathy is usually gradual.

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Обратите внимание на ощущения в ногах. Уделите внимание болям в ногах. Заметьте, если почувствуете слабость в ногах.


Article in English: You might be able to find a short term job more easily if you have certain skills.  Bookkeeping and accounting jobs are often short term or temporary. If you have skills as a bookkeeper, you can often find a well paying position on a short-term basis. Offices and human resource departments often look for part-time workers when they have an increase in paperwork or filing. If you have tech skills, some firms or websites may hire on a short-term basis. The online marketplace Craigslist features an “ETC” category under the Jobs heading local newspapers also often carry advertisements for quick, temporary work. Check everywhere you can and think about what you're able to do.  Take a job as a sign waver. All kinds of businesses hire sign wavers to stand outside for 8 or 10 hours and wave a large sign at passing cars. Used car lots, payday loan stores, and furniture stores in particular use this marketing technique and often pay in cash at the end of the day. Help out with event work. Browse listings for people and small businesses who need help setting up, running, and tearing down booths for local events like farmer's markets and street fairs. These jobs often start early in the day and often pay the same day. Be prepared to do anything from construction to running a booth. This isn't a reliable way to make a lot of money, but if you're just a few dollars short, it can make up the difference. A Google search will help you find some online surveys.  Be sure you qualify for the study before you apply. For example, you won't want to apply for a study that is looking at the effects of smoking if you aren't a smoker. Apply in person to expedite the process. In the case of some surveys, you'll be able to show up and do a paid survey right then and there. Studies usually last longer, but may provide compensation before the end of the study period. Temporary work agencies place thousands of employees with daily work. If you have specialized work skills or previous experience in a field, you might have very good luck...

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Подумайте, что вы умеете делать. Просмотрите объявления о подработке. Участвуйте в исследованиях и опросах. Подайте заявку в агентство по временному трудоустройству.


Article in English: You might be able to get rid of some of the fungus just by cutting your nails. Even if you can’t remove most of it with clippers, you can thin out the nail so that the anti-fungal treatment you choose can get deep into your nail. This will help it fight the fungus. If you usually keep your toenails on the longer side, consider keeping them pretty short while you’re trying to get rid of fungus. By filing off white marks, you are removing an additional barrier to the nail. Take time to file so that your topical treatment can reach the actual fungus. Use an Emory board to file off any ragged edges or colored markings on your nail. Try to make your strokes small and precise to shave off as much of the infected nail as you can; filing down your nail can actually make the topical treatment more effective.   File your toenails once a week, or more if you notice ragged edges. Treat yourself to a professional pedicure. Your nails will look great and you'll feel nice and relaxed! You can purchase a variety of OTC treatments at your local pharmacy. Both ointments and creams work well; just pick whichever formula you like best. Follow the directions on the package for applying the cream. Make sure to keep applying it for as long as the directions specify, even if the fungus appears to be gone.  If you’re not sure which product is right for you, ask the pharmacist or your doctor for a recommendation. If an OTC product is too pricey, you can use Vick's VapoRub as an inexpensive alternative. Apply a small amount to the affected nail twice a day. It's most effective if you do this after a shower so that your toes are already nice and clean. It might take 3-4 months to see results. If you prefer not to use medicine, you can try to get rid of the fungus by using basic vinegar. Fill a bowl with warm water and white vinegar. Use a ratio of 2-1 for water to vinegar.  Keep your feet in this solution for 20 minutes, then rinse with plain water. You can do this daily for the best results. There is no medical evidence that suggests...

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Обрежьте ногти, чтобы противогрибковое средство лучше проникло в них. Если на ногтях есть белые пятна, снимите их с помощью пилочки. Нанесите на ногти отпускаемое без рецепта противогрибковое средство. Раз в день вымачивайте ногти в таком натуральном средстве, как уксус. Прикладывайте к зараженному месту чеснок, если вы не хотите использовать лекарственные препараты. Наносите в качестве натурального средства несколько капель масла чайного дерева.


Article in English: You might be frustrated that you are not able to grow a beard that is as full as you would like it to be. But the real problem might not be lack of growth, but lack of time. Beards can take up to four full weeks (and in some cases, even longer) to fully grow in. Many people give up before that time, and assume that they can't grow a full beard, when in reality, they gave up too soon.  Growing a beard is a project you need to commit to. Don't give up after several days! If after four or five weeks you still don't have results you're looking for, then it is time to try some alternative methods. Do not shave your facial hair at the first sign of itching. It is normal for new hairs to cause your skin to feel itchy, but as they get longer, they will soften, and the itching will stop.  Use an over-the-counter steroid cream like hydro-cortisone. This may help relieve some of the itching.  Waiting for hair to grow can be a frustrating experience, especially when your beard and mustache goes through a scraggly period, that may have people commenting. As your hair begins to grow in, it may seem patchy and incomplete. However, as the hairs become longer, the slower-growing follicles will have time to sprout their own hairs. Gradually, the patchy gaps will eventually be hidden, both by longer hairs and the slower, shorter hairs growing in as well. Let your hair do its thing. This means that you should not try to shape it too early in the growth process. When shaping facial hair, it is a common mistake to take off more than the intended amount. For this reason, it's best to just leave it alone while you are growing it out. Don't worry, there will be plenty of time for you to style it later, after you're happy with the growth.  As your hair grows, comb it in the direction you want it to grow. This will help it turn out looking the way you want. After about four weeks, you might want to have a barber or stylist do some professional shaping. Carefully explain that you are growing out your facial hair, and you just want...

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Займитесь отращиванием волос. Предоставьте волосам возможность расти свободно. При желании поэкспериментируйте с маслом для бороды. Принимайте пищевые добавки.


Article in English: You might be losing yourself in the kiss, but that doesn't necessarily mean that your partner feels the same way. If your partner is sending signals that he or she wants the moment to end, let it end. There's no sense in forcing something that is no longer wanted. The simplest thing to remember is this: if your partner moves into your kiss, you're in good shape. If your partner tries to back away from your kiss, he or she is trying to put an end to it. While you're still in the closed mouth kissing stage, start heating things up by alternating slow kisses with quick kisses, and light kisses with aggressive kisses. Doing so introduces a slight element of surprise to the experience, which can make the experience more exciting for both of you. After you've indulged in some heavy closed mouth kissing, try a few kisses with your lips parted. If your partner finds the kiss as enjoyable as you do, he or she will probably follow your lead and open up, as well.  When you first move into an open mouth kiss, do so in the middle of a closed mouth kiss. Bring your closed lips to your partner's, then slowly part your lips while they're still locked with his or hers. For every open mouth kiss—including French kisses—you should keep your lips soft and slightly open. You need to create a seal between your mouth and your partner's mouth. Opening your mouth too wide can cause saliva to gather and drip in very unappealing ways. There are exceptions, of course, but this is a general rule of thumb worth following as you try to get to know your partner's kissing style. If things have been going well and you want to progress to a French kiss, give your partner a subtle indication of your intent. Lightly run the tip of your tongue over your partner's bottom lip. While there is no set time limit, this exploratory stage should usually last around 30 seconds. If your partner doesn't like the sensation of your tongue, then by that point, you'll likely know it. The key phrase, however, is “a little.” Use your tongue to explore and gently...

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Продолжайте считывать настроение. Изменяйте скорость. Разомкните губы. Дразните языком. Задействуйте язык чуть больше. Попробуйте немного покусывать и посасывать. Используйте руки. Переходите дальше. Отдайтесь поцелую.


Article in English: You might be ordered to evacuate suddenly if the storm is worse than expected. Watch TV, listen to the radio, or visit the National Weather Service site for up to date information on the storm. Even Category 1 hurricanes can bring winds of nearly 100mph, which can easily blow around anything you have outside that isn't securely tied down. Remove all hanging plants, furniture, barbeques, and anything else that could blow away. These items can smash into your property and cause damage, or strike cars and pedestrians and cause injury. Avoid this by moving them inside before the storm. If the area loses power, ATM's won't work and banks will be closed. Prepare for this by having cash on hand when the storm hits. Withdraw enough cash to get you through at least a few days, in case you don't have access to your bank. Even relatively mild hurricanes have powerful winds that can send items flying through your windows. In addition to the obvious property damage here, the flying glass could cause injury to you or your family. If a storm is expected to be severe enough, the National Weather Service will probably recommend you board up your windows. Listen to the most recent reports to find this out. To do so, use plywood boards and nail them over your windows. If you live in a hurricane-prone area, it would be better to install permanent storm shutters on your windows. This way when a storm is approaching you can simply flip them closed to protect your windows. It's possible that you'll have to leave your house at some point during or after the storm. In the event of a sudden evacuation, make sure your gas tank is full.  It would also be a good idea to have a few emergency containers full of gas in addition to your car's tank. If the area loses power or stations sustain damage, gas may be unavailable for a few days after the storm. Make sure you have an extra supply of gas to get through this situation. If you live in a hurricane-prone area, it is recommended that you always have your gas tank at or above 1/2 tank...

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Следите за новостями. Уберите с улицы все незакрепленные предметы. Снимите наличные. Заколотите окна. Заправьте полный бак горючего. Храните все важные документы в безопасном месте с защитой от воды. Проверяйте аварийные запасы. Эвакуируйтесь в случае приказа.


Article in English: You might be overcome by emotions of anger or sadness. Giving in to these emotions might lead you to react poorly. Do your best to give yourself some time to think and reflect. It's often good to talk about your thoughts and feelings with a friend or even a counselor.To relieve stress, pick a recreational activity or spend time with friends and family to get your mind off of it. A relationship should belong to two people. Both individuals carry the responsibility of actions and communication that make the relationship work. If she cheats on you, do not falsely put the burden of blame on yourself. You are never in control of her actions, but you can control your thoughts. Keep your mind clear of feeling you are at fault. You will have a lot of thoughts and scenarios running through your head when you find out the disheartening truth. Often times, guys focus on the damage of their pride or reputation. While it won't be easy, rely on the fact that a relationship should not be built on what a person brought to your reputation. Also, her actions should not shatter who you are, so avoid thinking you are not good enough. Don't weigh yourself down. Avoid feeling alone during this time. Realize that people around you can help. Bottling up anger or doubt might be too much, so find either a family member or friend whom you can open up to about the situation. Seeking a therapist is also a good choice; a therapist is both professional and unbiased.

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Сохраняйте максимальное спокойствие. Постарайтесь не винить себя. Думайте о себе в положительном ключе. Разговаривайте с людьми.


Article in English: You might be someone who needs to be perceived as “always friendly” or “never angry.” Perhaps you behave neurotically when faced with an emotion that doesn’t quite fit into your perception of yourself, then block it or evade it in some way. If you want to overcome your neuroticism, learn to acknowledge and feel your emotions.  For example, if you’re feeling sad, acknowledge that you feel sad. Notice what sadness feels like in your body and how it affects your thoughts and behaviors. Try to be aware of your feelings and notice any triggers you are exposed to that increase your anxiety, depression or stress. Express your emotions when you feel them. Some people find talking about the way they feel helpful. Others enjoy writing, listening to or playing music, dancing, or biking helpful. You might turn to meditation or yoga as a way to deal with your emotions and express them healthfully. The important thing is to let your feelings out, not bottle them up, as bottled emotions can hurt relationships and hurt you. If talking about your feelings helps, confide in a good friend or see a therapist. If you tend to think about negative events, situations, or characteristics, change your self-talk. The way you talk to yourself can influence how you see the world and the problem is, you often perceive your self-talk as true. If you find yourself caught in negative thinking, ask yourself some questions:  Am I jumping to negative conclusions? Are these thoughts true? Are there other ways to look at the situation? How would a positive person approach this situation? What’s the best that could happen? Neuroticism can show up in your habits, emotions, relationships, beliefs, and defenses. It can show up as being suppressed (like stuffing your feelings or avoiding things) or overly expressed (like lashing out or over-reacting). You will likely respond in a neurotic way when you feel threatened or insecure. Start to notice when you experience these feelings and how you respond to them. For example, you might become overly...

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Определите собственные эмоции. Выражайте свои чувства. Бросьте вызов негативным мыслям. Определите свои проблемы. Спросите окружающих.


Article in English: You might be starting a new life because you want to make a change. Or, you might be starting a new life because you have to. Some personal tragedy may have destroyed your home, job, or relationship. Either way, the first step in starting over is knowing what you want from life.  Even if you are not happy with beginning a new life, prioritizing what is important for you to do in this new life is helpful. Having clear goals and determining what you need to do to achieve them will help you feel more confident and optimistic about building your new life.  Taking the time to determine exactly what you want will get you thinking about the business items you need to take care of, as well as clarify what changes you are able to influence. If the life changes you are considering are of your own choosing, it is a good idea to spend some time thinking about the consequences your actions may have.  Major life changes can be hard to undo. Spend some time considering what you will gain, and what you might be giving up by starting a new life. For example, perhaps you are contemplating selling your home and moving to another city. This new city may have much to offer, but once you've sold your existing home, it is unlikely you'll be able to get it back. Similarly, breaking off relationships with long-time friends or family members can create rifts that are very hard to mend, should you decide you want those people back in your life. The point here isn't that you should not begin a new life or make major changes. But, these decisions should be made only after careful consideration. If beginning a new life was easy, people would do it all the time. The reason they don't is that there are many obstacles that can make major life changes difficult. Take some time to think about what might hold you back, so that you can plan for it.  Perhaps you want to move and begin a new life in a different city or country. Determine what parts of your life will be affected. If you are moving far away, will you mind leaving your present...

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Решите, чего вы хотите. Обдумайте последствия. Оцените препятствия. Составьте план. Отложите план на время, затем пересмотрите его.


Article in English: You might be tempted to text her as soon as you score those digits, but think twice: texting her while she’s still standing there could signal to her that you don’t trust her to be honest about her number, and may give her the impression that you’re pushy or overbearing.  If you genuinely just want to make sure you copied her number correctly, you can show her or read it back aloud and ask her to confirm its accuracy. The exception, of course, is if she asks you to send her a text so she can log your number, too, or if she sends you a text first as a way of giving you her number. While there’s no firm rule about how long to wait before sending that first text, it’s usually a good idea to wait until the following day (or the evening of the same day if you got her number in morning / early afternoon and have long since parted ways). Any sooner makes you seem too eager, but any later makes her wonder if she’s anything more than an afterthought to you. If you want your crush to respond and feel excited about your texts, text her when you know she’s available. For example, if you know she works until 5 p.m., wait until after 7 p.m. to text her when you know she’s relaxing at home.  Use context clues from your first meeting to figure out if there are any abnormalities in her schedule. For instance, if she talked about being exhausted after switching to swing shift, you'll know not to call her between 3 p.m. and 11 p.m. If you don’t know the details of her schedule, it’s usually safe to assume she has a standard schedule. Texting in the evening, from about 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., will be a safe bet for your first text. You can pay attention to when she responds during subsequent texting and adjust your timing as needed. Short text messages are more effective at grabbing someone’s attention and keeping them engaged. Short texts also prevent your crush from growing bored while she’s waiting for your responses, and prevent you from seeming too needy as a result of sending long, detailed stories about your life. While this is...

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Не торопитесь. Напишите девушке в то время, когда она, скорее всего, будет свободна. Не пишите длинные сообщения. Следите за орфографией и грамматикой. Не используйте слишком много эмотиконов. Пишите девушке так часто, как она пишет вам. Флиртуйте, но не переходите черту.


Article in English: You might be very surprised to find out how much water you are actually using. By installing a water meter, you can raise your awareness and consequently reduce your water usage. If you already have a water meter, learn how to read it. Meters can be very helpful in detecting leaks - read the meter once, wait an hour or two without running any water, and read it again. If it has moved, something is leaking. There’s a way to keep your grass and plants healthy while also conserving water. Water areas that truly need it, and only when there hasn’t been enough rain.  The best time of day to do your watering is in the morning or evening so that the water doesn’t immediately evaporate, and don’t water on cool, rainy, or windy days. Water your garden with a watering can or use a trigger nozzle on your hose to prevent extra water usage. You can build a rainwater collection system to watch the rain and use it for watering your plants, lawn or garden. Check your local water rules first to make sure it's allowed. Water deeply but less often. This will encourage plants to grow deeper roots, so that they need water less frequently. Put a timer on your sprinkler and outdoor faucets/taps. Look for inexpensive, automatic timers that screw between the hose and the hose bib, or install a programmable timer on your sprinkler or drip system.  An automatic timer can also help you water at times of day when the water can be absorbed the best.  If you water something manually, set a kitchen timer before you turn the water on, or stay with the hose the whole time. Know how to adjust your sprinkler and irrigation timer settings for the seasons. Water less or not at all during wetter, cooler weather. Don't over-water, and don't water any faster than the soil can absorb the water. If water is running off the lawn onto the sidewalk, cut the watering time or divide it into two smaller segments to allow time for the water to absorb. If you have irrigation on timers, make sure you monitor it from time to time. Fix broken sprinkler heads and...

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Установите счетчик расхода воды. Используйте обдуманный подход к поливу своего сада и растений в нем. Установите таймеры на систему автополива. Следите за состоянием разбрызгивателей и системы полива в целом. Не подстригайте газоны слишком коротко. Используйте мульчу в своем саду, чтобы почва лучше сохраняла влагу. Мойте свою машину не из шланга, а с помощью ведра, наполненного водой. Не мойте тротуары и подъездные дорожки из шланга. Закрывайте открытый бассейн защитным тентом. Используйте отработанную воду для смыва унитаза или полива газона.


Article in English: You might benefit from using a cloth or paper towel to remove  excess blood. Don't rub the stain, as this can spread the blood stain or push it deeper into your upholstery. Use a dabbing motion to try and remove as much of the blood as you can, changing the cloth/paper towel when needed. Mix 2 teaspoons of salt with 1 cup of cold water and pour the solution into a spray bottle. Hot or even warm water can set the blood stain permanently to your car upholstery, so be sure to use cool water when applying the solution to your stain. If you don't have a spray bottle, dip a clean, white cloth in the saltwater solution and blot the affected area, changing your cloth as necessary. If you are working on a large stain, start on the edges and work your way towards the center; this will keep the stain from spreading. Repeat spraying and blotting until the blood stain is gone or the cloth is not absorbing any more blood. Use a cloth dampened with cold water, rinse the remaining solution from the spot. Try not to scrub at the spot; dabbing motions will draw out the excess solution most effectively. Using a dry cloth or paper towel, dry the area by gently pressing it to the stained area. If the stain is still visible, you may have a permanent stain, but a stronger method might also solve your problem.

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Промакните пятно. Приготовьте солевой раствор. Сбрызните пятно солевым раствором. Промакните пятно сухой тряпочкой, чтобы убрать излишки раствора. Тщательно сполосните очищаемый участок обивки. Высушите обивку.


Article in English: You might come to a point in your life when you notice lots of problems around you. Perhaps you feel stuck in your marriage, want a different job, and want a fresh start somewhere else. While you might feel these things, you don’t have to act on them. If you feel like running from your problems, try working through them first. Think about what specifically is making you unhappy, then try to create solutions around that.  For example, if you feel unhappy in your marriage, keep in mind that changes often occur in a partnership and you may be able to work through it. Consider seeing a therapist or talking to your spouse about creating solutions. Make sure that you are on the lookout for any thoughts of hopelessness. If you notice anything like this, then make sure to use positive self-talk to replace the negative thoughts with positive ones. You might have large aspirations and goals that may not be realistic. While you may need to give up your dreams in some areas, create goals in others. Maybe you never got your book published or achieved fame, but you’ve had a fulfilling life in other ways. You won’t reach your childhood dream of being an astronaut, but you can achieve other dreams.  Create financial, family, romantic, career, and health goals. For example, aim to finish a marathon or completing a silent meditation retreat. Make sure that you do not compare yourself to other people. If you find that you are doing this, then try taking a break from social media to avoid seeing what other people are up to. Accept that you are an adult and have responsibilities. Instead of resenting your roles and responsibilities, find what you can be grateful for in your life. For example, if you envy your children’s carefree lives while you work tirelessly at a job you don’t enjoy, remember that you play a vital role in their lives and are blessed to have a job.  Instead of seeing things as burdens, see them as gifts that contribute to the life you’ve created and that you’re creating. Keep in mind that there are people who...

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Взгляните в лицо своим проблемам. Найдите новые цели. Цените ту жизнь, которая у вас есть.


Article in English: You might experience some spotting in the early stages of pregnancy, but this occurs in many women. This spotting is due to implantation and it usually occurs within 12 days from the fertilization.  Implantation means that the fertilized egg it has attached itself and penetrated into the uterine mucosa, preparing for further development. Besides implantation bleeding (in many cases harmless), there might be some other diseases that can generate vaginal bleeding during this stage of pregnancy. Therefore, it's important to make your doctor aware of any bleeding and to undergo testing if necessary. Bleeding during pregnancy can be a sign of miscarriage. However, it is very important to know that not all women who have vaginal bleeding are suffering a miscarriage, so if you are experiencing this type of bleeding do not panic - just call your doctor.  It's important to be aware that a miscarriage also has other symptoms such as abdominal cramps (these can be very severe, having more intensity than normal abdominal cramps that many pregnant women experience sometimes) and you might see foreign tissue passing through your vagina. If this is the case, you should immediately go to the hospital. Another medical condition that might lead to vaginal bleeding (also associated with internal hemorrhage) is ectopic pregnancy. This means that implantation has not occurred in the normal place (the uterine cavity) but in the fallopian tubes.  After the implantation, the embryo grows and develops until the fallopian tube cannot support anymore. The ectopic tissue then ruptures, leading to a potentially lethal hemorrhage. This condition is much rarer than miscarriage. The main symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy include severe pain in the lower abdomen (caused by the rupture of the fallopian tubes), low blood pressure (caused by the loss of blood through the fallopian tube rupture ), tachycardia (also caused by the loss of blood, as the heart needs to pump faster because it has a smaller quantity of blood to work with). Another...

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Помните, что имплантация плода может вызвать кровотечение в первом триместре беременности (первые 12 недель). Помните о том, что угроза выкидыша может стать причиной кровотечения. Помните, что внематочная беременность может привести к кровотечению. Помните о молярной беременности. Также вагинальные инфекции могут привести к кровотечениям. Наблюдайте за плацентой во втором и третьем триместре беременности. Помните, что отслоение плаценты ― серьезная проблема. Помните также, что преждевременные роды тоже приводят к кровотечениям.


Article in English: You might feel a little nervous to just go up to your crush and have an entire conversation, so start small. Make a comment if he passes you on your way to class or your office. You can say something like, “Nice shirt, Jim!” if you see him in the hallway.  Keep these comments to once or twice daily. Try to put yourself in a position where you might need help from your crush.  This might be after a staff meeting when you need clarity on something your boss said or if you need to borrow a pencil in class.  You might say, “Hey, did our supervisor want us to use Excel for those documents?  I’m not really familiar with that.  Can you show me what he means?” You might also say, “Nolan, I can’t reach this book from the shelf.  Can you help?” Things might be a little tense around you two now that he knows you like him, but break the ice with some humor.  If something funny happens in a class or meeting the two of you are in, make a joke about it. You can also show your crush funny memes or videos on your phone. For instance, perhaps you found a hilarious video online.   Say, “Hey, Summer, have you seen this video?  I laughed at this all night.” Maybe you’re friends with your crush or maybe you’ve noticed that you two have a lot in common. Use that history or those similarities to make conversation with him and avoid awkward chats.  You might say, “Hey, I remember you said you like Game of Thrones.  Did you watch the finale?  It was epic!” You could also say, “I noticed that you were wearing a Kendrick Lamar t-shirt.  I really like his music.  I’m thinking about going to his concert.” When you’re nervous, you might ramble on and on about absolutely nothing.  Asking your crush questions is a great way to avoid this and get him to open up. Ask him questions that require more than a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answer. You might say “Hey Brian, I noticed that you did really well on that report our boss gave us.  What strategies did you use?  I wanna improve my next one.” Maybe someone told your crush that you like him or maybe you told...

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Начните мимоходом отпускать комментарии. Попросите об одолжении. Шутите с ним. Поговорите о вещах, которые вас обоих интересуют. Задавайте ему открытые вопросы. Устраните любую неловкость между вами.


Article in English: You might feel a slight, or severe, dizzy spell immediately before you faint. This is a strong warning sign that your circulation system is not functioning normally. As soon as you start to feel dizzy at all, stop what you are doing and try to get lower to the ground via sitting or lying down. Your senses will most likely be affected as well in the minutes right before you faint. You may experience tunnel vision or feeling as if your vision is collapsing into one small tunnel to look through. You may see spots or blurs. Your ears might start to ring or feel as if they are giving off a slight buzz. Other major symptoms include a clammy and pale face, numbness in your face and exterior limbs, feelings of severe anxiety, or sudden onset nausea or stomach pains. When you experience any symptoms related to fainting, the goal is to get as low as possible as quickly as you can. Many people receive serious injuries not from the fainting, but from the fall to the ground connected with the loss of consciousness. It is best to lie down on your back or side, but if that is not an option it is okay just to sit down.  When you lie down it puts your head at roughly the same level as your heart and encourages circulation to be restored and your blood to head back to your brain easier. If you are pregnant you should lie down (and usually sleep as well) on your left side to lessen the burden on your heart. If the area is crowded, for example, and it is only safe to sit down that can work as well. For maximum benefit, hang your head between your legs. This will encourage the blood to follow gravity and head back down into your brain. If you are in a crowded area it is probably best to touch a wall and slowly try to lean yourself against it.  If needed, you may slide yourself slowly down the wall. This will prevent you from being trampled while you are on the ground. Getting away from the crowd might also lower your temperature and make breathing easier. If it is too late to lie down in a controlled way, then you will want to...

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Обратите внимание на головокружение. Будьте внимательны к изменениям зрения и слуха. Немедленно сядьте или лягте. Обеспечьте себе немного свободного пространства. Попробуйте упасть вдоль стены. Будьте предельно осторожны на лестнице. Попросите кого-нибудь помочь вам.


Article in English: You might feel like you're alone in your quest to stop lying, but there are people who have been through this and can provide support. It's tough to quit any kind of addiction by yourself. Reach out to people who can provide good advice and help hold you accountable to your goal.  Work with a therapist. Talking with someone with a background in psychology and experience helping people who have gone through the same thing will be extremely valuable as you transition from frequent lying to honesty. Talk to the people you're close to. Certain people in your life will want to help you stop lying, even if they've been hurt before by your dishonesty. If you feel comfortable doing so, tell your parents, siblings, or a close friend about your plan to stop lying, so they can provide some support. Join a support group. Talking with other people who understand exactly what you're going through is invaluable. Look for an online support group or a group that meets in person in your community. To successfully stop lying, it helps to identify the situations, emotions, people, or places that tend to cause you to avoid telling the truth. Once you know what triggers your lies, you can either avoid the trigger or find a way to confront it with honesty.  Do you tend to lie when you're feeling a certain way? Maybe you're anxious about doing well in school or at work, for example, and you lie to temporarily ease that emotion. Figure out ways to handle your anxiety differently. Do you lie to particular people? Maybe you tell your dad falsehoods instead of dealing with his reaction to your poor grades. You'll have to learn to deal with this particular trigger in a healthier way. When you're faced with a trigger and tempted to tell a lie, stop yourself from speaking at all. If you simply can't be honest in the moment, it's better to stay quiet or change the subject. You are not required to answer questions you don't want to answer, or reveal information you don't feel like revealing.  If someone directly asks you a question you don't...

Summary in Russian:

Получите помощь извне. Определите закономерности. Если вы не в силах сказать что-то правдивое, лучше и вовсе ничего не говорите. Хорошо потренируйтесь говорить правду. Изучите, каково будет столкнуться с последствиями.


Article in English: You might find an editor who works for a textbook publisher, an independent editor, or a colleague who works in a similar subject matter. But you need to have at least one other pair of eyes on your work. The editor will be able to help you find the best way to organize and clarify your content. She will also be able to assist in sentence-level improvements in grammar and word choice. When publishing a textbook you can either work with a traditional textbook press or you can self-publish. Traditional presses for textbooks include Pearson, McGraw-Hill, Cengage, W.W. Norton & Co., etc. If you work with one of these publishers, you will generally receive around 10% of the royalties for each book sold.  Look up the "Contact" information on the publisher's web site. They will generally have guidelines for how to submit a book proposal or get in touch with an editor. In order to get approved by a traditional press, you will need to provide the publisher with a book proposal. The book proposal will generally provide the title of the book and a 1-2 paragraph summary of each chapter. Make sure you clearly explain the content of your book and why it will be important for your target audience of students. Make sure the book "fits" the publisher's list of books. Do they sell other books similar to yours? If they do, this is a positive sign because they won't have to spend extra money marketing a different item on their publishing list. With traditional presses, you will also have to sell the copyright of your work to the publisher; you will no longer have rights over the material once you sign a contract with them. . Because publishing with traditional presses can sometimes be a competitive process, more authors have turned to self-publishing -- often with more profitable results.  Amazon.com recently entered the textbook publishing game. If authors sell their self-published textbook through Amazon for $9.99 or less, then the author will receive 70% of the royalties. This is a significantly higher rate than the 10% that...

Summary in Russian:

Наймите редактора. Опубликуйте учебник в традиционном издательстве. Издайте книгу самостоятельно


Article in English: You might find it easier to take deep, slow breaths if you are lying down or sitting in a comfortable chair. Try lying on your back on a blanket, sofa, or your bed. Let your arms lie loosely at your sides. You can keep your legs straight or bend your knees slightly. You can also use pillows to support your head and knees if it helps you feel more comfortable. Breathing through your nose can regulate the temperature of the air you’re inhaling and help eliminate harmful irritants, making your breathing more efficient. Try to avoid inhaling through your mouth while you’re deep breathing or just breathing in general. To breathe through your nose, try to keep your mouth closed. Your automatic nervous system will continue breathing, and the breath will come through your nostrils. from your diaphragm so your abdomen expands. Your diaphragm is a sheet of muscle underneath your lungs, and when you breathe deeply, it drops down and gives your lungs room to expand so you can breathe more effectively. To breathe from your diaphragm, inhale deeply through your nose like you’re breathing into your lower belly. You should feel your abdomen expand when you inhale.  If your abdomen doesn't expand when you inhale, your breaths are too shallow. If you’re not sure whether you’re breathing from your diaphragm, try placing your hand over your belly. Then, inhale deeply through your nose, and see if your hand is pushed up by your stomach. If it is, you’re breathing from your diaphragm. You can exhale from either one, depending on what’s most comfortable for you. When you exhale, use your diaphragm to force the air up and out. You should feel your diaphragm fall as you do this. Pause for a moment after exhaling, and then take in another breath when you feel ready. Try practicing deep breathing for 10-20 minutes every day.

Summary in Russian:

Займите удобное положение. Закройте рот и начните вдыхать через нос.  Дышите глубоко Выдыхайте через нос или рот.


Article in English: You might find it easier to work if you’re seated in a different chair. You’ll avoid being continuously bent down, which will save your back. Some wheels pop off just from pulling, while others may require the use of a screwdriver. Whether it’s dried food, gunk or even small pebbles, any of these can hinder your office chair’s movement. The butter knife can slip into the crack between the wheel and its cover, allowing you to scrape off or pop out any debris stuck in the wheel. If there are hairs stuck in the wheel, cut them with scissors them use tweezers to remove them. This should take care of any mess you can’t scrape off with the butter knife. If the wheels are particularly dirty, dampen your cloth and add a few drops of dishwashing soap. If you need to clean between the wheel and the cover, you can use a cotton swab moistened with water to clean along the crack. Any moisture left on the wheel will prevent it from rolling smoothly. Wipe the wheel thoroughly with paper towels, especially if you used soap. Your chair should now roll much more smoothly. If the wheels have screws, remember to screw these back in before sitting in the chair. Since these parts are usually plastic or metal, they’re much easier to clean than the chair’s upholstery. Wiping them with a damp cloth will usually be enough to clean them. If the spill is a bit more tenacious, use a mild solution of water and dish soap. After cleaning, wipe the arms and legs dry with a clean, dry cloth.

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Переверните стул вверх ногами и снимите колесики. Используйте нож для масла, чтобы очистить крупную грязь. Протрите колеса сухой тканью. Просушите колеса бумажными полотенцами. Установите колеса на место и переверните стул ножками вниз. Протрите подлокотники и ножки стула влажной тканью.


Article in English: You might find it hard to get enough vitamins and nutrients through your diet. While it’s ok to add a multi-vitamin or supplements to your water, try and get as many of these as possible from foods.  Consult with your doctor before taking vitamins and supplements to ensure they are safe for you. Be aware of vitamin “megadoses,” which may be detrimental to your health.  Taking too many of them for a long time can have harmful effects. Effervescent Vitamin and mineral supplements have up to 1g of salt per tablet. You can buy tablets to crush, a prepared powder, or liquid vitamin supplements, which will dissolve better than tablets. Deciding on the type of vitamin to take is an important step in knowing how to add vitamins to water.  Remember that Vitamins C and the B Complex are the only supplements you can mix with water to get their nutritional value. Other vitamins need fat to circulate through your system.  Buy single pills of vitamin C or B complex at your local pharmacy and crush them. Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health store specialist if there are powdered or liquid versions of the vitamins you can mix with water. If you decide to use vitamin pills in your water, you’ll need to pulverize them before you mix them into the water. Use a mortar and pestle or a pill crusher.  Make sure the vitamins are ground into a fine powder so that they mix easily into the water.  Be aware that not fully pulverizing the pills could make it difficult for your body to absorb them.  Crush only the recommended daily dose of your vitamin. If you chose to use a powdered vitamin or liquid form, read the packaging label. This can help you know the amount to mix with water for optimal absorption. Avoid taking more than the recommended value per day. This can help prevent serious health conditions from consuming too many vitamins. Once your supplement powder or liquid are ready, you’re ready to mix them with your water. Make sure to shake the mixture well in a clean bottle so that the vitamins are able to be easily absorbed in...

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Используйте добавки только по мере необходимости. Решите, какой именно тип витаминной добавки вы хотите растворить в воде. Измельчите витамины. Читайте инструкции на упаковке. Размешайте добавки в воде.


Article in English: You might find that they have special qualities that make them the perfect partner for you.  It takes some people a while to open up and show you their personality so be patient with them.  Someone with a vivacious personality will be fun to be around. Someone who is loyal and supportive will always be there for you in a relationship. You’ll have a great time with someone who enjoys the same things you do.  They may even share some of your personal values.  If you can find some common ground, you’ll be able to have interesting conversations about things that both of you are passionate about.  Introduce them to your favorite bands. See if you have similar tastes in movies. Tell them what values are important to you. Take a break from focusing on how you feel about the person and think about how you feel when you’re around them.  It may be wise to overlook some of their flaws if they make you feel great about yourself.  Do they always know exactly what to say to help you feel better when you’re down? Do they help you feel at ease by listening to your problems without judging you? Do you feel confident to be yourself when you’re around them? Decide whether or not you can see yourself having a future with this person.  Remember that attraction is a feeling that comes and goes. The things you’re attracted to may even change over time.  What’s more important for a long-term relationship is whether or not you have fun being around a person.  Intense attraction to someone usually only lasts for the first few months of a relationship. Even if you’re not attracted to this person now, can you see your attraction to them growing in the future? Do they have any attractive traits you may have overlooked?

Summary in Russian:

Узнайте человека поближе. Найдите общие интересы. Обратите внимание на то, как вы чувствуете себя в обществе человека. Подумайте о будущем.


Article in English: You might gain some traction with people searching blindly for your social media page, but the best way to promote your online presence is by letting people know about it. Tell your customers that you are now online, or consider putting a little sign up next to your cash register or in your window. You can also provide the username or handle for your social media accounts on your business cards.  Let customers know that you are increasing your online presence. Make sure you follow or send friend requests to your regular, loyal customers. Once you have established an online account, you will need to attract followers and friends who will view your posts. Start with current customers, and work towards reaching an increasingly broad audience of potential future customers.  Try to reach out to current customers first. You want them to know that their loyalty is appreciated. You should also reach out to your local distributors, including any businesses that sell or promote your goods. For example, if you are a bakery and you sell baked goods wholesale to a coffee shop, network with that coffee shop online and tap into their audience. You can expand your audience online by searching for keywords and trending terms, then liking and sharing those posts or following the local people or businesses who posted them. Your posts on social media should be more than just a self promotion. You can post information about your business, relevant information about the industry you work in, and share (or post your own) photographs of customers frequenting and enjoying your business.  Post photographs to showcase your product. If your business involves a service instead of a product, take pictures of your employees working, or of satisfied customers showing off the work that was done. You can offer some type of occasional deals that only your followers will know about. Hold a weekly or monthly raffle, where users have to share a post or photograph to be entered to win. Include specials of the day in your posts, and keep customers...

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Сообщите клиентам о том, что у вас есть страницы в социальных сетях. Найдите друзей/подписчиков в интернете. Начните размещать публикации в социальных сетях.


Article in English: You might have a family background where everyone married their high school sweethearts. Or, you might come from a culture where you don't have multiple boyfriends but court with the intention of marrying someone. Take note of your own personal background when deciding if it's time for a serious relationship with a boy.  Your religion or culture might have specific opinions on things like sex or birth control. While it may sound fun to rock the boat and do something rebellious, keep in mind that the rules you know might be in place to keep you safe. Remember, you are your own person and can have your own ideas and opinions. However, it may be in your best interest to respect the rules and culture around you. Whether you choose to go along with what everyone around you is doing or go off on your own about having a boyfriend, keep in mind that your choices will still impact others. Your own town or school might have different ideas about dating or when it's best for someone to have a serious boyfriend. You can go along with those practices if you want, but keep in mind that just because everyone is doing something, doesn't mean that it's the best idea for you. For example, if all the boys in church group don't date until they want to get married, it's best to wait for them to ask you out instead of trying to force a relationship. Someone like a pastor, priest, or guidance counselor can be a good resource and person to talk to if you're ever in a difficult situation. Sometimes it's best to wait to have a boyfriend if marriage is the main focus of your family's culture or religion.  Some organizations or even schools sometimes have rules about dating. It's best to respect those guidelines about relationships so you don't get yourself into trouble.  It may seem fun to be rebellious or edgy, but having a boyfriend for the sake of breaking rules or making a point is unhealthy.

Summary in Russian:

Подумайте, о культурной среде, в которой вы выросли. Понаблюдайте за местом, в котором сейчас живете. Обсудите с наставником, стоит ли вам встречаться с парнем.


Article in English: You might have a particular cause or hobby that you’re really passionate about, and you should keep investing your time into that. Your ideal person likely has some passions that are similar to yours, and this is a great way to meet people whose values align with your own. For example, if yoga or pottery are your hobbies, taking a yoga class or participating in a pottery workshop will let you show off your skills while being around men and women who have similar interests. Many times, guys who share your interests may be stable, long-term boyfriends as well. If you're already active in social clubs, religious groups, or other special interest groups, consider asking someone you've already met from these groups out on a date. Meeting someone new often means doing and trying new things. Take some time to do a new hobby, take a class, visit a new restaurant, or take a trip to a place you’ve never been. If you haven’t met him yet, your ideal man probably isn’t hanging out at the places you always go to.  For example, you can start small by visiting a new coffee shop on the other side of town. Consider taking classes that your ideal man might be interested in. For example, if you'd love to find a guy who loves to travel, take courses in geography or foreign languages. If you’re feeling adventurous, take long weekend trip to a city you’ve never visited. Go to museums, take yourself shopping, and visit tourist attractions. Maybe you’ll find someone to be your tour guide! Although blind dates are notoriously uncomfortable, your friends know you better than anyone else. Bring up the topic of dating and ask them if they know anyone from work or other friends who might be compatible with you. Put on your favorite outfit, keep an open mind, and try to have fun! You might have a pretty clear idea in your head of what your ideal man is interested in. Think of the places that he would hang out at or visit frequently, and go there for a little bit to look around and start a conversation.  If your ideal man is into fitness,...

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Участвуйте в интересных мероприятиях. Общайтесь с мужчинами, которые уже присутствуют в вашей жизни. Пробуйте новое. Попросите друзей организовать вам свидание. Посещайте места, которые будут интересны вашему идеальному парню. Гуляйте по городу с друзьями. Будьте открыты к компромиссам.


Article in English: You might have an easier time getting the urine sample from your male dog if you have some help. Ask a friend or family member to either walk your dog or position the container in the urine stream. If you’re not able to get a urine sample, don’t worry. Simply contact your vet and let them know. They can give you extra guidance or suggest having their staff collect the sample for you. If you choose to have the urine sample collected at the vet's office, one of the staff members will take your male dog outside to get a sample when you arrive. If that’s unsuccessful, the staff may use another method, called cystocentesis, to collect some urine. To perform a cystocentesis, several staff members will place your dog on its back while another staff member carefully inserts a clean needle directly into your dog’s bladder and draws up the urine.

Summary in Russian:

Найдите помощника. Обратитесь за советом к ветеринару. Позвольте персоналу ветклиники собрать мочу для анализа.


Article in English: You might have noticed going over potholes and bumps isn't as smooth as it used to be in your ride, which is probably a sign that your shocks are worn out and need replaced. A good easy way to test your shocks and make sure they're worn out enough to be replaced is to push down hard on the trunk or the hood directly above the wheel well. Good shocks should bounce up once and settle relatively quickly. If the body bounces any more than that after pushing, it's time for a new set. You also need to know if your vehicle uses stand-alone shocks that attach to the vehicle suspension or frame, or if it uses shock-absorber units which integrated into a suspension strut, such as the MacPherson or Chapman strut. Your car may even have a combination, using shocks in the front and struts in the back. Struts can be difficult to replace, so it's best to let a professional handle that job. If you're unsure what type of shock absorbers you need, speak to someone at your local auto parts store or an auto mechanic to be sure you buy the right shock absorbers or piston for your vehicle. You can get identical replacements of the shocks you have in your car currently, but taking the time to change out your shocks is also a good opportunity to perform any upgrades, if you're interested. Performance shocks are appropriate for heavy-use daily drive vehicles, especially trucks.   Coil shocks are manufactured with a coiled spring around the body of the shock, which supports the weight of the vehicle and controls the movement of the suspension. These are adjustable, which means you can alter the height of your truck for optimum performance.   Twin-tube shocks have a set of tubes, one inner and one out, that house the piston, along with a layer of shock fluid and air, which can have a tendency to create a foamy, frothy mixture that can affect performance, though some modern variations feature a nitrogen mixture that addresses the issue. These are common on off-road vehicles.   Monotube shocks feature a tube and two pistons, which work...

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Убедитесь, что замена амортизаторов необходима. Купите новые амортизаторы. По желанию, поставьте амортизаторы, меняющие свойства подвески. Поднимите автомобиль домкратами. Посмотрите на места крепления амортизаторов и нанесите защитное средство для металла.


Article in English: You might look for a tutor in your local area, or find online Norwegian friends who are willing to “chat” with you in beginner’s Norwegian. This should be a safe space for you to make mistakes and ask questions about pronunciation and grammar. If you know any Norwegians who are trying to learn English, you can help them with English after they help you with Norwegian. To really test how well you speak Norwegian, consider going on a trip to Norway. This is the most in-depth way to immerse yourself in the language. You will be surrounded by Norwegian language and culture. You’ll also experience Norwegian language in the context of daily life, rather than through online learning exercises.  If you have some friends who also speak Norwegian, it’s a good idea to bring them along as “translators” of sorts. You will need to be intentional about speaking and learning the Norwegian language, as English is commonly spoken in Norway. Practice your Norwegian by subscribing to a magazine written in Norwegian. It doesn’t matter what kind of magazine it is: fashion, political, news, celebrity gossip, etc., as long as it’s written in Norwegian.  Although a magazine will not help you with word pronunciation, it will help you to recognize and read written Norwegian. Look for widely distributed Norwegian magazines, including Vi Menn (a men’s lifestyle magazine), Allers (a women’s lifestyle magazine), or Hytteliv (a magazine on cabin living). This is an easy and entertaining way to immerse yourself in Norwegian, and to pick up elements of Norwegian pronunciation and culture. Watching films allows you to hear the language as it is naturally spoken, in real-life contexts.  At first, it will be helpful to keep the English subtitles on, so you can follow along. Over time, you should come to rely on the subtitles less and less, until they’re finally off altogether. Well known Norwegian films include: Trollhunter (2010), King of Devil’s Island (2010), The Man Who Could Not Laugh (1968), and Kon-Tiki (1950).

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Найдите человека, говорящего по-норвежски, чтобы беседовать с ним. Подумайте о поездке в Норвегию. Подпишитесь на норвежские журналы. Смотрите норвежские фильмы.


Article in English: You might need a little more or less time, that depends on the question, the context and the children involved. The first time you perform a SOLE investigation, you'll need to talk about the process and what it means. Explain how it differs from a typical lesson and what sort of learning will be occurring. Focus strongly on how this is an exercise is self organization, making it clear that you'll be standing back and simply awaiting the outcomes. When forming groups, bear in mind that about 4 person per computer is optimal for the best learning results. For each group, delegate a "peer helper". The peer helper is responsible for delegating within the group, such as resolving issues, problem-solving, etc. This, in itself, is an important learning process in helping peers to get along and learning to lead.     Ask the class groups to keep records of their investigation. This can be notes, photos, quotes, audio recordings, drawings, diagrams, print-outs, etc.––basically, whatever they feel documents the investigation in the way that explains their findings. These notes will help them to give their presentation at the next stage.     When the children are exploring the questions, leave them to it. The peer helper should help to steer the group and resolve issues. Only step in if it's really necessary during the investigation phase. After the 40 minutes are up, ask the class groups to come back together as a whole class. Sit down together. Ask them to present their findings and talk about how the investigation went. As a teacher, facilitate their discussion by asking about the investigation, listening and encouraging other groups to make observations. Your role is as a moderator––do not add value to their presentation. For example, if you feel that the children are not answering on point, simply ask them to think carefully about whether they're answering the question when giving their presentation. Ask what conclusions/answers/ideas the children have reached, on a group-by-group basis. When doing this, encourage...

Summary in Russian:

Вам потребуется один час. Расскажите детям, в чем суть самообразования. Разделите класс на группы. Задайте вопрос (смотрите выше). Оставьте, по крайней мере, 40 минут на исследование вопроса самообразования. Проанализируйте сказанное. Подведите итоги.


Article in English: You might need specialized treatment for a phobia rather than just being treated for another type of anxiety disorder, since you may have feelings of extreme stress from just thinking about being at a certain height. You may also experience physiological changes, such as heightened heart rate and blood pressure and increased sweating. If so, you may need specialized treatment for a phobia rather than just being treated for another type of anxiety disorder. If your fear of heights isn’t quite as severe as this, you may be able to work towards easing any discomfort you feel at certain heights with a little practice. On the other hand, if your discomfort is so severe that you can't face it yourself, you may need to move on to trying therapy or treating it with medication.  For example, have you ever not taken a job because it was located above a certain floor, or passed up the opportunity to meet with important people because they asked you to meet at a location too high off the ground? If so, it could indicate something more serious than a mere “fear of heights,” like a phobia/anxiety disorder. If you aren’t sure how many times your fear of heights has kept you from doing what you want, sit down and make a list. Think back to all the times you didn’t do what you wanted or needed to do because of your fear. Putting them down on paper could give you a better sense of how seriously your fear has impacted your life. By definition, a phobia is an “irrational” fear of experiences that most people would not find threatening. But, if your fear of heights is relatively minor, an appeal to statistics could put things in perspective. For the most part, the sorts of things that trigger a fear of heights (skyscrapers, airplanes, and roller coasters, for instance) are incredibly safe. These things are specifically engineered to be as sturdy and secure as possible. It's easy to forget just how unlikely it is for you to suffer any harm at all from normal, everyday activities like flying or working in a tall building. For...

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Определите, что провоцирует чувство страха. Подумайте, может ли вам быть причинен физический вред в ситуациях, в которых вы испытываете страх. Расслабьтесь. Постарайтесь отказаться от кофеина. Постепенно начните сталкивать себя со своим страхом.


Article in English: You might need to use some pressure to constrict the shock as it falls into place, and you might need a help to help lift the suspension back up to reinstall the bolts in the correct positions. It can be kind of a balancing act, so it helps to have another set of hands. Screw on the nuts hand tight. Reattach it and screw the bolts back on hand-tight. Replace the shock tower nuts you removed at the beginning of the process, probably in the trunk of the vehicle. Before you go tightening everything back down, recheck the specifications for torque to be sure everything's secure. Most of the shocks should wear out at the same time, so if you're going to do one, you're probably going to end up doing them all. Do in following the same steps and then put the wheels back on and tighten the lug nuts to finish the job.

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Установите новый амортизатор на рычаг подвески. Снова присоедините приспособления для амортизаторов. Узнайте, с каким усилием нужно затягивать болты в инструкции к автомобилю. Повторите для всех трех оставшихся амортизаторов, если это необходимо.


Article in English: You might not notice symptoms right away since chronic kidney disease takes time to develop. Pay attention for:  Increased or decreased frequency of urination Fatigue Nausea Itching and dry skin anywhere on the body Obvious blood in the urine or dark, foamy urine Muscle cramps and muscle twitches Puffiness or swelling around the eyes, feet and/or ankles Confusion Difficulty breathing, concentrating, or sleeping While preventing kidney disease should be important for everyone, it's especially important if you're predisposed to developing the disease. Your risk factor is higher if you have a history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart disease. African Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans also have higher risk of kidney disease. People over the age of 60 are also at an increased risk for kidney disease. If you have a family history of kidney disease, you may be at risk for some kidney diseases that have a genetic component. Because many symptoms of chronic kidney disease are similar to symptoms caused by other diseases, it's important to get checked out by your doctor if you notice any symptoms. Your doctor can test your urine and blood for kidney function. With that information she then diagnose kidney disease or determine if another condition is causing your symptoms. Talk with your doctor about your family history, any medications you're taking, and any concerns you have about your kidney health. If your doctor diagnoses you with chronic kidney disease, you'll be treated for the condition that's causing it. For example, if a bacterial infection is causing your symptoms, you'll get antibiotics. But, since kidney disease is chronic, your doctor may only be able to treat complications.   If your kidney disease is severe, you may be put on kidney dialysis or get a kidney transplant.  Your doctor might prescribe medications to deal with complications. Specifically, you might need medications to treat high-blood pressure, treat anemia, lower your cholesterol, relieve swelling, and protect your bones.

Summary in Russian:

Присмотритесь к симптомам хронической болезни почек. Рассмотрите факторы риска. Обратитесь за медицинской помощью. Следуйте плану лечения.


Article in English: You might not spend the time checking yourself out each month because cancer doesn't run in your family, you are young, you feel healthy, or maybe you tend to put things off. However, you may want to familiarize yourself with how healthy breasts normally feel. Do this right after a period because this is when natural breast lumps will be at their smallest.   The upper breast tissue either feels long and thick or uneven and rounded. The lower breast feels smoother. Some random spots feel slightly bumpy normally; just be aware of changes each month. Different symptoms will alert you to a possible problem. Being familiar with each of them is something that you should add to your to-do-list! Educating ourselves is the best defense when it comes our health.  Be aware that some tenderness or lumpiness can occur around the time of your period. If it doesn't go away by your next cycle, be concerned.  If your breasts get red, become irritated, or the skin is flaky, you might want to see a doctor.  If your nipple looks like it is flipped inside out (unless it usually looks this way), make an appointment.  If your nipples produce any red, brown, yellow, or clear fluids, it's time for a check-up. It is integral that you do not delay seeking a physician's advice if you notice a change in or around your breasts. It is always better to be informed. Avoid thinking about the worse case scenario at this point, though.  Make your appointment as soon as possible. The longer that you wait, the worse off you will be if the tumor or other symptom is a sign of cancer. Talk to friends and co-workers. Ask other women if they've ever had a similar experience and ask about the outcome. Hearing some positive stories will stop you from completely losing it. Panicking just gets your cortisol levels going. An uptake in cortisol is going to make you crave sugary, fatty, no-good-for-you foods. Drink some chamomile tea and calm down, as you need to stay healthy. It might be scary when you find a lump or other abnormality. Don't freak out,...

Summary in Russian:

Научитесь прощупывать грудь. Знайте, на что обратить внимание. Сходите на прием к врачу ради собственного спокойствия. Узнайте, какие бывают уплотнения в груди.


Article in English: You might not understand exactly what your friend is going through, but you can still let them know you’re there to support them. Reassure them that they’re not alone and that you’re there to listen and help them if they need it. It can sometimes be helpful to share a story about a time when you were emotionally struggling and asked for help. This lets your friend know that difficult times happen to everyone and that it’s okay to reach out. Asking the right question will not only help you better understand what your friend is going through, it will help your friend get out their emotions. Try to keep questions open-ended to encourage your friend to talk about what they’re thinking and feeling rather than probing for details. Questions like, “How are you feeling right now?” give your friend more space to express their emotion than questions like, “Are you mad?” It can take a lot of courage for your friend to reach out, especially if they’ve done something they’re not proud of. Try to listen to them without judgment. You don’t need to agree with what they’re saying or what they did, but remember that all people make mistakes. Listen, and understand that your friend has flaws just like every other person. Avoid placing blame for problems. If your friend cheated on a test, for example, don’t tell them they’re a bad student. Instead, say, “Math can be a tricky subject. Instead of cheating next time, though, why don’t we do our homework together so I can tutor you?” If your friend needs help to get them through a difficult time, offer to help them reach out. It can be scary and isolating to ask for help on your own. Offer to go with them or help them research options. This lets them know they’re not alone, and that it’s okay to get help for hard times. For example, if your friend is struggling with depression, they might be afraid to talk to a therapist. Offer to look up a few therapists in their area that specialize in helping patients with depression.

Summary in Russian:

Скажите другу, что он не одинок. Задавайте открытые вопросы. Не судите. Побудите друга попросить о помощи.