Article in English: Dandruff can be caused by an overgrowth of fungus or bacteria on your scalp. The natural antimicrobial and antifungal properties of tea tree oil may help combat this problem. Purchase a shampoo with a 5% concentration of tea tree oil, or put 5-10 drops of tea tree oil into the bottle with your regular shampoo and shake it up thoroughly, then wash your hair as usual. Continue using this treatment until your dandruff improves.  Tea tree oil is toxic when swallowed. Never use it in or near your mouth. If you accidentally get tea tree oil in your eyes, rinse them immediately with warm water and call your doctor if you experience redness or irritation. Don’t apply undiluted tea tree oil directly to your scalp, since it can cause itching and irritation. Stop using any products containing tea tree oil if you experience an allergic reaction, such as a rash, itching, stinging, or burning. Like tea tree oil, lemongrass oil has antimicrobial properties that may be helpful for treating some types of dandruff. It can also reduce inflammation of the scalp. Get a 10% lemongrass oil shampoo, or add a few drops of lemongrass oil to your regular shampoo or conditioner.  You may need to use the lemongrass oil treatment for 2-3 weeks for the best results. Don’t apply undiluted lemongrass oil directly to your scalp, since it may cause irritation. To treat dandruff, rub a generous amount of pure aloe vera gel directly into your scalp and let it sit for up to 1 hour. When you’re done, wash your hair with a mild shampoo and rinse your hair and scalp thoroughly. Use this treatment 2-3 times a week until your symptoms improve.  Aloe vera gel is rich in antioxidants and amino acids, and its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties may promote faster healing of damaged or irritated skin. It also has antifungal and antimicrobial properties. All these factors make aloe an excellent natural dandruff treatment.  You can either purchase aloe vera gel or collect some directly from the cut leaf of a live aloe plant. Some people find aloe...

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Добавьте масло чайного дерева в шампунь для увлажнения кожи головы и борьбы с грибком. Добавьте в шампунь масло лемонграсса, чтобы снять воспаление. Втирайте в кожу головы гель алоэ вера, чтобы успокоить ее. Попробуйте бороться в воспалением и увлажнять кожу с помощью кокосового масла. Мойте кожу головы пищевой содой, чтобы глубоко очистить ее. Добавьте измельченную ацетилсалициловую кислоту (аспирина) в шампунь, чтобы получилось средство с салициловой кислотой.


Article in English: Dandruff doesn’t usually require medical treatment, but sometimes it can be associated with more serious conditions. There’s no need to see your doctor if you have some flakes with no other symptoms. However, you should make an appointment if you have dandruff accompanied by symptoms such as redness, tenderness, or swelling in your scalp. Symptoms like these could also indicate that you have another skin condition, such as seborrheic dermatitis. If you have very heavy dandruff or if home treatments aren’t helping, it may be time to see a doctor. You should also call your doctor if you have severe itching and discomfort along with dandruff. They can identify the cause of your dandruff and prescribe an appropriate treatment.  For example, if your dandruff is caused by an inflammatory disease, a corticosteroid treatment or immune response inhibitor might help. For persistent fungal infections of the scalp, your doctor might prescribe a strong antifungal shampoo or medication. If you have a condition that weakens your immune system, such as an inherited immune deficiency disorder, HIV/AIDS, cancer, or diabetes, call your doctor if you develop dandruff. Your doctor can check if the dandruff is caused by an infection in your scalp, and treat it if it is.  Some medications, such as steroids and chemotherapy drugs, can also weaken your immune system. See your doctor if you develop dandruff while taking one of these medications. Untreated skin infections can lead to serious complications if you have a weakened immune system, so don’t hesitate to get it checked out.

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Обратитесь к врачу, если обнаружите признаки инфекции на коже головы. Обратитесь к врачу, если перхоти очень много или если она не поддается лечению в домашних условиях. Обратитесь к врачу, если перхоть появилась на фоне ослабления иммунной системы.


Article in English: Dark colors are the clothes of vampires. When you look in your closet, try to avoid things with bright, shiny, or pastel colors. Instead lean in favor of things that are solid and dark. You want to look like a creature of the night, not an outlet store model.  Avoid conspicuous brand names and shirts with lots of prints on them. A black t-shirt and black jeans is a great everyday vampire look. You don't have to wear only black. A little bit of color can work as well. Dark purples and navy blues are just as appropriate as black. Another vampire look is the old, formal, Victorian style. Dress like you're ready to go out for a night on the town. Wearing elaborate, dark toned clothes that might seem out-of-date to give off the impression of the undead.   For women, fancy black skirts, black or red tops with bell sleeves, corset tops, and black dresses are great for a vampire style. For men, try a dark suit jacket or overcoat with antique buttons. Wear dark pants with a white button up shirt for the perfect vampire style. You probably don't want to have to dress up like you're headed to a funeral every day. Black skinny jeans with a red, purple, or black top will help to create a more comfortable and contemporary vampire look. For girls, black skirts with ruby studded designs look awesome, but avoid clothes from the mall that are branded to be "vampire" theme. Wearing a Twilight t-shirt won't make you look like a vampire, it'll just make you look like a fan. Generally, vampires don't run around in tennis shoes or sneakers. They need the right kind of formal shoes to pull off the right look.  For boys, chunky boots are always the best bet. You can wear dark leather dress shoes, or big black work boots for the right look. Doc Martens will work fine. For girls, shoes should be dark and dressy. Spiked flats or small heels will work, as well as Black Doc Martens. Just because you want to look like a vampire doesn't mean you get to ignore the concerns of weather and dress code at your school. It'd be impractical to...

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Носите темную одежду. Наряжайтесь. Примерьте на себя и повседневные образы. Подберите подходящую обувь. Одевайтесь практично. Используйте аксессуары в стиле вампиров.


Article in English: Dark colors make people seem more confident and authoritative, so when you need to look confident wear black, charcoal, navy, or other dark colors. Avoid pastels and other lighter tones when you want to appear confident. Whether you are a student or a professional, wearing clothing that is more formal and professional than what other people wear will make you seem more confident. People will perceive you as more confident if you wear slightly dressier clothing than you need to wear. For example, instead of wearing a collared shirt to school, wear a freshly pressed button down shirt. Or if you are giving a presentation and you would normally wear a casual outfit, wear something dressier like a suit. If your clothing is ill fitting, you will likely be fiddling with it all day. Constantly readjusting your clothes will make you seem like you lack confidence and it may actually make you feel less confident. Instead, choose clothing that fits very well so that you won’t have to constantly readjust your outfit as you go through your day. Maintaining sleek hair, a fresh face, and manicured nails will also contribute to your appearance of self-confidence. If you look well kept, then you will seem more confident to others.

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Носите темные цвета. Одевайтесь официально. Носите одежду, которая на вас хорошо сидит. Тщательно следите за собой.


Article in English: Dark spots after shaving can be caused by hyperpigmentation or freshly shaved hair follicles peeking out from just under your skin. If your dark spots are due to subsurface hair, consider waxing or plucking the affected area to remove dark follicles. Dealing with hyperpigmentation takes a little more work, since it involves small spots of skin that change in color due to skin irritation or inflammation. Some common causes include acne, ingrown hairs, and bacterial infection. Be sure to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen before going outside, especially if the affected area will be exposed to the sun. Choose a sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Unprotected exposure to sunlight will worsen your dark spots. Squeeze the juice of one lemon into a small container. Dip a cotton ball into the juice and use it to dab the affected area directly. Apply lemon juice to your dark spots twice daily to gently bleach them.  Be sure to use fresh squeezed lemon juice instead of store-bought bottled juice. Lemon juice contains citric acid, which is a natural exfoliant. The new skin cells that surface will not have the hyperpigmentation caused by shaving. An over the counter vitamin C whitening cream will work much like fresh squeezed lemon juice. While using lemon juice is easier and less expensive, using a store-bought cream can help prevent drying or irritating your skin, which might occur if you just use lemon juice. Look for a cream at your local drug or convenience store marked “5 to 10% AA” or “5 to 10% vitamin C.” If you have an aloe vera plant, cut off a piece and scrape off the gel-like secretion from inside the leaves. If you don’t own one, purchase a 100% aloe vera gel from your local drug or convenience store. Apply the gel to the affected area, leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash it off with cool water.  Apply to your dark spots twice daily. Aloe has natural compounds that decrease inflammation and can promote skin repair. Look for a ready-made licorice root extract skin salve and apply it...

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Используйте восковую депиляцию или выщипывайте волосы. Ежедневно наносите солнцезащитный крем на пораженный участок кожи. Используйте лимонный сок, чтобы осветлить темные пятна. Используйте отбеливающий крем с витамином C. Используйте алоэ вера. Используйте экстракт корня лакрицы.


Article in English: Dark, leafy greens, such as kale or turnip greens, contain large amounts of calcium, an essential nutrient to keep your bones strong and healthy. The government recommends you get 1,000 milligrams of calcium per day. A cup of raw kale has 137 milligrams of calcium. Vitamin B-12 is important in maintaining healthy blood cells. It will also help keep the iron up in your blood. If you become anemic, you may not have the strength to lift weights.  In the same vein, it's important to get enough iron in your diet to keep you from being anemic. Iron is in peas and lentils, as well as dark, leafy greens. One of the best ways to get both iron and vitamin B-12 is through enriched cereals. You'll also find vitamin B-12 in nutritional yeast.  The government recommends you get 6 micrograms of vitamin B-12 daily and 18 milligrams of iron per day. Most enriched cereals more than cover your vitamin B-12 needs in a single serving, some having as much as 28 micrograms per serving. Read the labels to make sure you are getting enough. A cup of lentils (already cooked) will provide you with 37 percent of your daily value of iron. Zinc helps keep your body healthy. Therefore, it's important to get enough in your diet so that you can continue to build muscle mass.  Beans, enriched cereals, and pumpkin seeds are a great way to get enough zinc in your diet. You should get at least 15 milligrams of zinc per day. To put this amount in perspective, you get 2.57 milligrams of zinc from 1/4 of cup of pumpkin seeds.  After testing your zinc blood levels, you may find that a zinc supplement would benefit you. Omega-3 fatty acids help keep you heart in good shape, your body's most important muscle.  For vegans, the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids are flaxseed, walnuts, and soybeans. Certain oils are also good sources, such as canola and soy.  The American Heart Association recommends eating sources of omega-3 fatty acids at least twice a week.

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Употребляйте зелень. Очень важно получать витамин В12. Употребляйте продукты, богатые цинком. Найдите пищевые источники омега-3 жирных кислот.


Article in English: Dating sites are the first place you could look for romantic relationships. Online dating is perfect because everyone there is looking to find love, and you can read the profiles to determine whether someone would be a good match. Once you message back and forth with someone, you can arrange to meet up in-person.  Be honest in your dating profile. You may be tempted to lie about your job, height, or interests, but the lie will eventually come out.  Keep an open mind. Even if you might not click one hundred percent with someone's profile, you might connect with them after messaging. Many people find their partner through websites promoting what they love. If you're into a certain sport, TV series, or hobby, join a website for fans of that thing. As you chat with other members, you may find one that you have a lot in common with. You can then start messaging and getting to know her on a personal level. As outlandish as it may initially seem, some people find their significant others through virtual reality sites like Second Life or World of Warcraft. Talk to other players and get to know them. If you click with one of the players, ask them if you could add them on social media so you can message them. Don't join an online gaming site specifically to meet women. Women on these gaming sites will be most interested in dating you if you share a passion for the game, not if you're looking for love. Some universities offer online social groups for those who graduated. Others are started up on social media websites by former students. Google alumni groups for the university you went to and get to know others in the group. You never know: you might connect with an alumnus nearby.

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Зарегистрируйтесь на сайтах знакомств. Знакомьтесь на сайтах по интересам. Сайты онлайн-игр. Зарегистрируйтесь в клубе выпускников.


Article in English: Dating two or more people can reap a variety of benefits for both you and your potential romantic partners.  Interacting with more people at the same time may speed up the process of finding the right person. Dating two people allows you to compare and contrast individuals and personalities. You may learn important lessons about your own personality and preferences. You will hone your first-date skills and may boost your self-confidence. The more you experiment with dating, the more you may find you can move past your own nerves and take an analytical approach about whether your date is a good fit for you. (At least, not yet!) Honesty allows you both to thoughtfully evaluate your suitability for each other. You may find, too, that this has the attractive side benefit of arousing your dates' competitive instincts. Don't rush into a relationship you'll later regret. If you've taken the opportunity non-exclusive dating provides to learn more about your self, your preferences, and your priorities, you'll make better decisions when you do decide it's time for a more serious relationship.

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Заведите свободные отношения, чтобы лучше узнать человека. Скажите своим парням, что вы не настроены на серьезные отношения (по крайней мере, не сейчас! Не торопитесь.


Article in English: Dating websites online often have millions of female users that are single and looking to meet people. Some websites are free while others require you to pay a monthly fee. Determine which platform you want to use and visit the dating website so that you can create an account.  Popular dating apps include Match, Zoosk, eHarmony, and OKCupid. If you're just looking for friends, you can make an account on Meetup.com. Dating apps like Tinder, Coffee Meets Bagel, and Hinge are integrated with Facebook and transfers the information from your social media profile to help build your dating profile. You can download these apps to your phone and use them to browse girls in your area that are also looking to meet someone. Once you create your online profile, you can fill it out to meet your needs. Include a recent photo of yourself and add details in your profile of what you're looking for in a girl. Specify if you're looking for friendship, casual dating, or a serious relationship. Make your profile humorous so that it's memorable and keep the profile as genuine as possible. Having a good profile will entice girls to message you. Search for girls that live around you and click on profiles that you find interesting. Keep your opening line simple and straightforward and avoid using pick-up lines or one-liners. Instead, you can start talking to them by finding something you both share in common.  Find common interests by looking at their photos and reading their profile. If they have a photo from the Natural History Museum, you could say something like, "Hey, I'm Joe. I love the Natural History Museum too. When did you go there?" You can also say something as simple as "Hey I'm Erin, what's up?" After you send your initial message, you'll want to keep the conversation going. Ask the girl questions, try to build a relationship with her. Message her online until she feels comfortable, then ask for her phone number. Avoid saying overtly sexual things or digging too deeply into their life. Keep it informal and fun.  Good...

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Зарегистрируйтесь на сайте знакомств. Загрузите приложения для знакомств. Сделайте свой профиль ярче! Напишите девушкам, которые вас заинтересовали. Пообщайтесь с девушками, которые вам ответили. Встретьтесь с девушкой лично.


Article in English: Daydreaming or fantasizing is fine, but your fantasy should not take over your life. If you find yourself wanting to get out of social situations, or avoiding real relationships, then you have taken your love to an unhealthy place. If you are unable to stop fantasizing on your own, consider therapy or antidepressants to help break free. Discuss this option with a doctor if you are concerned about your ability to function. In the end, you fell for a character, someone who does not exist. Make sure that is clear in your mind, even if it means stating it over and over again.  Try to look for your character’s flaws or negative aspects. If he doesn’t have any, that itself is a flaw. No one is perfect, and you wouldn’t be okay with a real relationship where nothing was wrong with your partner.  Sometimes it helps to have other people say these things to you to make them more real. Discuss your desire to cut yourself off from this fictional world with your friends. They can help you of things that are real, and what isn’t. Especially in visual fiction, many characters are portraying stereotypes of people. A good way to get over your character is to remember that he is just a representation of reality. Real people aren’t necessarily as perfect, or romantic, or witty, or uncomplicated (or whatever adjective you choose) as your fictional character. This step is also important when considering how you react to characters you don’t like. Certain types of people are depicted in specific ways to get a reaction from you. For example, teacher characters can be shown as cranky old people who want their students to fail. While some of these people exist, that hardly represents them, and shouldn’t affect the way you interact with real teachers, especially those who are younger and friendly. This is good advice for ending relationships with real people too. If you want to stop thinking about and caring about someone, cut her out of your life. This will give you room to grow, and be able to live your life without her. Don’t read...

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Подумайте о том, как чувства к вымышленному герою влияют на вашу жизнь. Помните, что персонажа, к которому вы испытываете чувства, не существует. Помните о стереотипах. Вычеркните вымышленного персонажа из своей жизни.


Article in English: Deactivate your Facebook page if you aren't planning on using Facebook for a while. Deactivation isn't permanent, and your page will be restored when you log in next time. Your profile will be completely hidden while your page is deactivated. While your page is deactivated, you won't be able to view anyone else's Facebook content that is not set to "Public." This will open your Settings screen. This will open your account security options. This will expand the section. This will hide your account and sign you out of Facebook. Your account will remain hidden until you sign in again. Your name will be removed from most things that you've shared, but not all messages. You will not lose any data. If you no longer want to have your account private, you can log back in with your regular Facebook credentials. This will restore all of your account data and make it visible again.

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Деактивируйте свою страницу, если хотите скрыть ее на некоторое время. Нажмите на стрелку в правом верхнем углу страницы и выберите «Настройки». Нажмите на пункт «Безопасность». Нажмите на опцию «Редактировать» рядом с пунктом «Деактивировать аккаунт». Нажмите на ссылку «Деактивировать аккаунт» и следуйте указаниям. Авторизуйтесь, чтобы восстановить учетную запись.


Article in English: Deactivate your hardware as soon as you notice the spill. The liquid may seep down into the keyboard, damaging it or the internal components of a laptop if you have one. Disconnect the keyboard cable if you have a wired keyboard or the power supply if you have a laptop.  To prevent damage to your computer or keyboard, treat spills right away. Liquid and electrical parts are a bad combination. Don't reactivate the machine until it is dry. Turn off the computer first before unplugging a non-USB keyboard to prevent damage to the hardware. Bring the keyboard to a sink, trash bag, or towel. Holding it upside down forces the liquid to drip back out instead of going deeper into the keyboard. Shaking it helps force out stubborn drops caught between the keys. Continue doing this until the keyboard stops dripping. Tilt the keyboard around to help draw out the liquid. If you have a laptop, direct the liquid to the keyboard to keep it away from the motor and other vital parts. Keep the laptop open and upside down, tilting it towards you to force the liquid towards the keys and out. Hold the keyboard upside down while you do this. Blot away as much liquid as you can. Don't turn the keyboard over until you have mopped up as much of the spill as possible. Paper towels and tissues leave behind debris, so always use a lint-free cloth if possible. During an emergency, you may not have the opportunity to hunt down the correct cloth, so grab the best thing you have available. A dish towel, paper towels, or even an old T-shirt will do. Keep the keyboard upside down to drain any moisture still inside of it. Place a towel underneath it to catch anything that comes out. Once the keyboard has had a chance to dry, you can safely turn it over. Most spills dry up within about 24 hours. If you have time to spare, let the keyboard air out for possibly 2 or 3 days. Plug the keyboard back in if it's wired or turn on your laptop. Try typing with the keyboard. Press down on all of the keys to make sure they work. You may need to pull off...

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Выключите компьютер и отсоедините от него клавиатуру. Переверните клавиатуру вверх дном и постарайтесь вытряхнуть жидкость. Вытрите клавиатуру тряпкой из микроволокна. Подождите хотя бы 24 часа, чтобы клавиатура высохла. Проверьте, нет ли на клавиатуре залипающих клавиш и других признаков повреждения.


Article in English: Dead skin trapped in the sole of the sandal is often the culprit of stinky sandals. Take the time to really scrub your feet each time you shower or bathe, and use an exfoliating product or pumice stone to remove dead skin cells a few times per week. Sweaty feet, rain, rivers, lakes, and mud can all contribute to wet sandals. After taking your sandals off, let them dry completely before wearing them again. You may want to invest in another pair so you aren’t wearing the same ones each day without giving them a chance to dry and air out. Both baby powder and baking soda absorb moisture and odors to leave your sandals smelling fresh. You can sprinkle some baby powder or baking soda on the footbeds once you take the sandals off to help them dry out. Then, simply dump out the excess before you put them on again. When you’re not wearing your sandals, stuff them with newspaper to absorb moisture and odors. Simply recycle the newspaper when you’re ready to wear the sandals again, and stuff them with a fresh sheet when you take them off.

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Скрабьте ноги в душе перед тем как надеть сандалии. Полностью высушивайте сандалии между периодами носки. Посыпьте стельку детской присыпкой или пищевой содой. Кладите в сандалии газеты, когда не носите их.


Article in English: Dead skin will build up in the pores of the stone as you use it, so you'll want to clean the stone after use. Use a scrub brush to scrub the stone while holding it under running water. Add a bit of soap to help clean the stone completely. This way  your stone will be clean and ready to use next time you need it. Set the pumice stone in a dry place so that it doesn't stay damp in between uses. Some pumice stones come with a string attached that allows you to hang the stone to dry. If you let the stone stay wet, bacteria could grow in the pores, making it unsafe to use. Every once in a while, you'll want to give the stone a deep cleaning to make sure it isn't harboring bacteria. Bring a small pot of water to a full boil, drop in the stone, and boil it for five minutes. Use tongs to remove the stone from the water and allow it to dry completely before storing.  If you use the stone frequently, boil it every two weeks to ensure it stays clean. If you've used the stone on a dirty surface, you can add a capful of bleach to the water to be certain all bacteria get killed. Pumice is a soft stone that will eventually wear away after you've used it for awhile. When it gets too small to handle easily, or the surface becomes too smooth to be effective, go ahead and spring for a new one. Pumice stones are inexpensive and can be found at any store that sells beauty supplies.

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Очистите пемзу после использования. Полностью высушите камень. Прокипятите камень при необходимости. Заменяйте камень по мере износа.


Article in English: Dealing with a complaining co-worker is a frustrating situation. Not only is it awkward, it can also make you less productive. If you regularly cope with complaining colleagues, take steps to handle the situation constructively.   Try to be kind. Sometimes people just need to vent. If your co-worker regularly complains of overwork, try saying, "I'm in the same boat. Maybe we could take turns going on caffeine runs for each other." You can also try complimenting the complainer. Try saying, "Wow, you have been putting in a lot of hours. At least it paid off. I heard your presentation was fantastic." This puts a more positive spin on the situation. Remember that complaints are sometimes legitimate. It is possible that the complainer has a real problem. If you can, try to offer your assistance.  For example, maybe someone in your office constantly complains about the frigid temperature. If you agree, try suggesting that the two of you talk to your boss about the situation together. Maybe your colleague feels that she is being treated unfairly by your boss. Try saying, "Have you considered talking to HR about the situation?" By offering advice, you are showing that you heard the complaint. You are also demonstrating that the problem can be fixed. Hopefully, the person who is complaining will heed your words. You might find yourself tuning out every time to talk to someone who regularly complains. But try listening. You might find that by asking questions and participating in the conversation, you can make your interactions more positive.  Start with a simple question. Try saying, "What do you think you can do to solve the problem?" That puts the responsibility of finding a solution on them, not you. But it also indicates that you are listening. If the person says they don't know what to do, try asking more questions. You could say, "Why don't you spend some time thinking about it? How about we talk again next week if the problem is still happening?" Make an effort to understand the situation. If the person who is...

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Проявите участие. Предложите помощь. Задавайте вопросы. Будьте честны. Возьмите контроль над разговором.


Article in English: Dealing with disrespectful behavior can be very upsetting. However, responding impulsively or saying the first thing that pops into your head can just escalate the situation and lead to unnecessary conflict. If you’re upset, take a moment to breathe and get your feelings under control. If you have to, excuse yourself and leave the room for a few minutes. You might try counting to 10 or doing a grounding exercise, like looking around and seeing how many blue things you can spot. If the disrespectful behavior was relatively mild or was just a one-time event, it’s usually best to ignore it and move on. Confronting the person may not help anything, and could even escalate the situation. However, if the behavior is part of a consistent pattern or if it is interfering with your daily life or your ability to work, a confrontation may be justified.  For example, if your partner or spouse regularly says rude things to you or refuses to take your feelings into account, it’s time to have a talk. On the other hand, if a stranger cuts ahead of you in line at the grocery store, it’s probably not worth your time and energy to confront them about it. If someone is being disrespectful or rude, responding with kindness can take them by surprise and encourage them to rethink their behavior. Instead of getting upset or retaliating, try deescalating the situation with a smile and a few kind words. For example, if a coworker snaps at you to get out of their way, step aside, smile, and say, “Of course, sorry. Would you like a hand carrying that stuff?” If you feel that someone is being disrespectful to you, it’s usually best to talk to them one-on-one. For example, if you’re dealing with a rude coworker, talk to them first before going directly to your boss. Going over the person’s head could ultimately lead to resentment and make the problem worse. If there’s a simple misunderstanding at the root of the problem, you could also hurt their feelings or get them into trouble unnecessarily. In extreme cases, however, bypassing the...

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Попробуйте успокоиться, если вы расстроены. Оцените, стоит ли ситуация вашей реакции. Попытайтесь обезоружить человека добротой. Обратитесь непосредственно к человеку, если вы готовы на конфронтацию. Заранее обдумайте свои слова. Говорите прямо, но вежливо. Предоставьте человеку возможность ответить. Установите четкие границы, если непочтительное поведение не прекращается.


Article in English: Dealing with ex-friends and lovers is maybe the hardest relationship to manage, harder than obnoxious relatives and co-workers by far. This is because of the intense bond that you once shared and, in some cases, the bitter end to that bond. One way to deal with seeing him is to develop a script and to stick to it.  If you anticipate meeting an ex-friend or lover, know what you want to say ahead of time. Pick out topics of conversation and know which subjects to avoid. Be prepared. Having something in mind will allow you to keep your cool, and also to avoid coming off as aloof or defensive. There are a lot of potential flash-points in relationships after a breakup. If you meet your ex, know what topics to avoid with him. Don’t dredge up old arguments or resentments, like his new friends that you blame for growing apart.  Try to avoid other obviously tense situations. Meeting your ex-boyfriend in the presence of his new girlfriend is probably a bad idea, for example. Some tense situations can’t be avoided. For instance, you may need to pick up clothes or items that you left at your ex-friend’s apartment. In such a case, prepare yourself beforehand. Be ready to get in, get out, and keep conversation to a necessary minimum. Whether friend or lover, a breakup is like a divorce on a small scale. Your life together gets divided and those around you – friends and family members – feel pressured to take sides. Letting these people to stay neutral can go a long way toward maintaining civility between you and your ex, however.   Accept the fact that your current friends or family may choose to maintain a relationship with your ex, and don’t resent them for it or make them feel badly. Bad-mouthing your ex-friend or lover will often worsen the situation. If you don’t have anything kind to say about him, keep silent or vent to a friend who is at arm’s length. Try to get along with your ex if you can’t cut off the relationship entirely, if, for example, you have a shared business or children together. Keep your feelings...

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Разработайте сценарий. Избегайте деликатных ситуаций или тем. Не принуждайте других становиться на чью-либо сторону. Приложите усилия, где это нужно.


Article in English: Death can be an especially frightening thing to think about, primarily because it exposes the limits of life and what we are able to conceive. Learn to focus on what you can actually control while still engaging with what you cannot. For example, you may be worried about dying from a heart attack. There are certain factors that you can't control about heart disease, such as family history, race and ethnicity, and age. You will make yourself more anxious by focusing on these things. Instead, it's far healthier to focus on the things you can control, like quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and eating well. In fact, you are at higher risk for heart disease when you have an unhealthy lifestyle than just by the uncontrollable factors alone. When we want to control the direction of our lives, we are often met with disappointment, frustration and anxiety about things that don't go as planned. Learn to loosen your grip on how tightly you control the outcomes of your life. You can still make plans, of course. Guide the course of your life. But allow some room for the unexpected. A fitting analogy is the idea of water flowing in a river. Sometimes the river bank will change, the river will curve, and the water will slow down or speed up. The river is still flowing, but you have to let it go where it takes you. When you try to predict or imagine the future, you find yourself asking, “What if this happens?” This is an unproductive thought pattern known as catastrophizing. An unproductive thought pattern is a way of thinking about a situation that ultimately causes you to have negative emotions. How we interpret an event will result in the emotion we feel from it. For example, if you are worried that you're late for work, you might tell yourself, “If I'm late, I will get reprimanded by my boss and I'll lose my job.” Having unproductive thought patterns can put you on edge if you feel like you want to control the outcome so strongly. Replace unproductive thinking with positive thinking. Reason through your...

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Сосредоточьтесь на том, что вы можете контролировать. Направляйте ход своей жизни. Избавляйтесь от непродуктивных мыслей. Выделяйте время для того, чтобы поволноваться. Боритесь с тревожными мыслями. Подумайте о том, как на вас влияют окружающие. Пробуйте заниматься тем, чего никогда не делали. Составьте предсмертный план со своей семьей и друзьями.


Article in English: Death is not easy to talk about, and many people have trouble bringing up the subject. But avoiding the topic because it makes you uncomfortable isn't going to help out your friend. You may think that talking about other topics will be a good distraction, but your grieving friend won't find it easy to laugh at jokes or talk about random subjects. Ignoring the biggest issue in your friend's life is not the way to support him or her, so be brave enough to bring up the topic instead of awkwardly acting like it didn't happen.  Don't be afraid to say the word "died." Don't say "I heard what happened." Say "I heard the news that your grandmother died." When you say what's true, even if it's painful, you're showing your friend that you're willing to talk about the hard things in life. Your friend needs someone who gets it and is capable of going there. Name the person who died. Saying the person's name might cause tears to come, but it will help your friend to know the person who died still matters to other people. Tell your friend how sorry you are about the fact that his or her relative died. Telling your friend that you're sorry and you love him or her will help your friend feel comforted. Giving your friend a hug or touching him or her on the shoulder can also help communicate your sorrow for what your friend is going through. Say the words "I'm sorry."  If you knew the person who has passed away, share memories of that person with your friend, and list the good qualities of that person. Remembering the good of that person can help your friend feel a bit better about the loss they're enduring. If you and your friend are religious, offer to pray for him/her and his/her family. If they are not religious, say that you are thinking of them and are deeply sorry for their loss. Since death is so hard to talk about, it can be difficult to express your true feelings to your friend. But using one of the dozens of cliches people say to make talking about death easier isn't actually going to be very helpful. If you tell...

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Признайте, что произошло. Выразите сочувствие. Будьте искренними. Спросите, как человек чувствует себя. Не судите. Не говорите, что "время лечит". Не говори "ты такой храбрый".


Article in English: Deboning a bird certainly isn’t a pretty process, and it’s not exactly clean either.  Wear a shirt that you don't mind getting messy. It should be clean, since you're handling food. Make sure it has short sleeves or sleeves that can be rolled up and stay out of the way. Tie up your hair, too. Unless you’re eating this entire bird by yourself, don’t risk your own hair being part of the stuffing. This will be messy, and the de-boned bird will take up a large area (especially if it’s a 20-lb turkey). Make sure you have room to maneuver it and yourself. You can use a large trash bag to cover your countertop, with a cutting board on top. Don't forgo the cutting board part. You'll want something under the bird to hoist and turn it around easily. In the kitchen sink, remove the plastic wrapper the bird comes in. Remove any fasteners holding the legs together, too. Then, reach inside the body cavity and remove anything that is in there. Many poultry processors put the giblets into a paper package inside the body cavity. Get rid of anything that isn’t the bird, strings included. You'll want to use fresh ones when you tie it back up. You can tell the breast from the back because the breast has a "valley" running down it, separating the right and left breast halves. On the back, you can feel the backbone. When the bird is breast up, the legs (drumsticks) point upward slightly. When the bird is breast side down, it will look a little bit like it's kneeling on the cutting board. You’ll probably be able to tell which is the front and which is the back just from the position of the wings and legs, too. But in case you can’t, the valley is the best thing to look for.

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Сперва наденьте одежду, которую вам не жалко. Подготовьте рабочую поверхность. Разверните птицу. Положите птицу на разделочную доску грудкой вниз.


Article in English: Deboning a frozen or partially-frozen chicken breast is very difficult. Make sure your chicken breast is entirely thawed before beginning to de-bone. You can thaw your chicken by putting it in the refrigerator overnight, putting it in a bowl of water, or using your microwave's defrost setting.

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Разморозьте курицу.


Article in English: Deboning the bird will removes the rib cage, obviously. But as a practical matter, this means two things: (1) the bones, which hold the cold after the bird is removed from the refrigerator, are gone, which means that the bird roasts faster, and (2) the deboning process itself brings the meat up to room temperature, and if done the day you intend to cook the bird, also means that the bird roasts faster. Plan this into your cooking schedule. Julia Child claimed that a deboned 15-pound turkey was done in less than two hours, although you should plan to be flexible, as it could take longer than that. A deboned bird can take a LOT more stuffing than a bird with the bones in. Not only is there more room because the entire rib cage is removed, but the meat and skin can stretch as well. A deboned bird can take 2-3 times more stuffing For instance, a 20-pound turkey will use about 2 loaves of stuffing bread. Talk about a feast! Want a few more ideas? wikiHow has some tasty articles on turkey stuffing, bread stuffing, and even chestnut stuffing. You didn't throw away the giblets and neck bones, right? Those can be made to add some serious flavor to your gravy. What's more, it eliminates waste, which is a total holiday win. And it's cheap, too. All you literally need is flour, water, and the giblets. This just might be the tastiest, simplest gravy you've ever made.

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Запланируйте время обжарки. Подумайте о начинке. Сделайте соус с потрохами из самих потрохов и шеи с костями.


Article in English: Debt service is the amount of cash needed to pay interest and principal owed on a debt for a specific period of time.  It is usually calculated on an annual basis.  Businesses or individuals may need to know their total debt service when applying for a loan.  An individual’s debt service might include a mortgage and student loans. Debt service for companies includes the principal and the interest on outstanding loans. An individual or company that cannot afford to make the payments is said to be “unable to service the debt.” In most cases, your lender calculates your monthly payments when you are approved for a loan.  However, you can calculate the monthly payments yourself. You can search online for a payment calculator or do the equation by hand. To calculate monthly payments on a debt, first calculate the rate per month by dividing the annual interest rate by 12.  Then, calculate the monthly payment on each loan using the following formula: A=P[r(1+r)n]/[(1+r)n−1]{\displaystyle A=P{[r(1+r)^{n}]/[(1+r)^{n-1}]}}.  In this formula, A = amount per month, P = principal (loan amount), r = interest rate per period and n = total number of payments.  For example, suppose you purchased a $21,000 car and you put down a $1,000 down payment. You need to borrow $20,000, so you take out a 60-month loan at an annual interest rate of 7.5 percent. Calculate the interest rate per period (month) by dividing 7.5/12 = 0.625 percent per month. Plug in the values to the formula: A=[.625(1+.625)60]/[1+.625)60−1]{\displaystyle A={[.625(1+.625)^{60}]/[1+.625)^{60-1}]}}. In this example, the total monthly payment would be $400.76. Begin by calculating the monthly payment for each of your loans. Total the monthly payments for all of your loans by adding all of the monthly payments together. Once you know your total debt service payments, you can calculate the debt service ratio.  For example, suppose in addition to the car loan for $400.76 per month, you have a mortgage payment for $823.45 per month and a student loan payment of...

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Узнайте, что такое стоимость обслуживания долга. Вычислите ежемесячные платежи по долговым обязательствам. Вычислите суммарные ежемесячные платежи по долговым обязательствам.


Article in English: Decide how many people you'll be cooking for and determine how much pork you need. Plan on buying 4 ounces of pork loin steaks for each person. Look for pork that's pinkish-red in color and has a little marbled fat. Avoid choosing pork loin steaks that have a dark bone or dark spots on the fat. If you won't be cooking the pork loin steaks as soon as you get home, you can refrigerate them for 2 to 4 days if they're in pre-packaged containers. If they're not or you want to store them for longer, consider freezing them. To freeze the steaks, completely wrap them in a freezer-safe material (like freezer paper or aluminum foil) and remove as much of the air as you can. Label the steaks and freeze them at 0 °F (−18 °C) until you need them. Since pork loin steaks can make a light meal, you can serve more filling sides like rice, beans, and potatoes. Or you can keep the meal light and serve the steaks with roasted vegetables or a tossed salad. Other serving sides include:  Coleslaw Sweet potatoes Red cabbage with apples Collard greens Pureed white beans

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Правильно выбирайте стейки из свиной корейки. Хранить стейки необходимо в холодильнике. Подавайте стейки к столу.


Article in English: Decide how much you can afford to spend on a scratch-offs every week.  This absolutely has to be money you can afford to lose, because you will lose money playing the lottery longterm. It's a guarantee.  When you've set a weekly budget, take money for scratch-offs from the leftover cash, not used for rent, groceries, or other necessary expenses. If you've got a fund set aside for fun stuff, you could take it out of there if you enjoy playing scratch-offs. Never spend more than your budget. Resist the temptation to chase your losses. The statistics won't change in your favor. Lotto tickets may award consistency in the long run. Keep playing the game at your price point with the odds you like, until the top prize is paid out, then switch to another game. This helps to manage the psychological impact of winning and losing. Make it a rule: you can't play another game. Some serious players differ on their philosophy regarding this. Alternatively, you could pick a store to always buy from, and buy different sorts of games from that store. Make one part of your buying routine consistent. Since there's always a higher-percentage chance of losing over winning, regardless of what you do, playing consistent is just one way of staying sane. If you win on a ticket, put the money in your wallet and leave the store. Don’t spend it on more scratch-offs beyond the budget you set, no matter how little. This alone will increase your income from scratch off wins, as using the winnings to invest in more money will most likely cause you to just lose them again. The numbers aren't your friend in the long-term.

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Установите для себя бюджет на покупку лотерейных скретч-карт и придерживайтесь его. Выберите лотерею, которая вам нравится больше всего и продолжайте играть в нее до тех пор, пока не будут разыграны призы. Выходите из игры как только начинаете выигрывать.


Article in English: Decide if it's actually a good idea to keep your relationship with your parents. Do your parents disapprove of your relationship because they are strict, protective or worrisome? Does culture, religion, or an age difference factor into their disapproval? While your parents have the benefit of life experience, only you know what your relationship is worth to you.  Talk to your friends and support system. Remember that if you keep your relationship a secret, the greater the potential problems will be when it comes to light. You have a support system to help guide you in the right direction. If you just don't think the relationship is serious enough yet and don't wish your parents to make a big deal of it, some of the following instructions may be excessive. Consider how your parents may feel if you exaggerated the need for secrecy; they may feel disappointed and wonder why don't you trust them. Take risks prevention if you really go ahead. For example, think about what would you do if you are caught by your parents, think about what would you do if your parents know you are owning a separate social media account/secret cell phone that makes use to communicate with your partner, think about what would you do if your dating relationship goes wrong, think about what would you do if you broke up, etc. Consider whether these risks/consequences are affordable. It is recommended to be honest if you are getting caught. Once you get caught, more lies would only make you get into greater trouble, damaging a family relationship. As for dating relationship goes wrong or challenges comes, you will need great mental and physical quality to afford it without any support from your parents. If you want to pursue your relationship despite knowing that your parents will disapprove, let your partner know why you think that this is the right course of action. Your partner may feel less important and bring resentment to your relationship if you don't clarify your stance. The longer you hide, the more difficult it is going to be. ...

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Расставьте приоритеты. Общайтесь со своим партнером. Подумайте о мнении родителей. Помните, что счастливые отношения строятся на доверии, уважении и общении.


Article in English: Decide if you want an exhibition or fundraising show. Decide on the kind of performances you are looking for and if it will be a competition. Once you have decided, then you can choose the appropriate venue and staff.  If the show is a competition, decide on the rewards for the winners. Make a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place with tiered awards. Consider making a winner for each performance category. Create a judging criteria. If you have judges, create categories and a point system. For example, 20 points for originality, 20 points for costume, etc. Create penalties for exceeding the time limit to keep the competition fair. The budget is the lifeline of your show. You will have to host your show at a venue, advertise for it, and buy supplies. Determine the size of your show and how large the budget needs to be to make it successful.  Find sponsors to help raise money to host the show and provide awards.  Application fees and ticket sales will help pay back your initial expenses. Set a spending limit for each show category such as advertising and rental fees. Assemble a group of community members - such as parents, local business owners, and teachers - and form a committee. This committee will help plan, promote, and organize the talent show.  An organizational committee will not only help take the pressure off of you, but will also give you support in emergencies. Designate a treasurer to keep track of your budget and expenses. Think about the size of your show. You want to be able to accommodate the size of your audience. If the show is small and the performers require minimal technical assistance, then a small meeting hall is the best. Larger halls require more advanced technical setups with PA systems.  Find a local school or theater to host the event. If you work with a place that already has the venue, contact the person in charge of its schedule. Remember your audience. Depending on the venue you choose, you will have the provide adequate seating. If you choose an empty hall, for instance, you have the choice...

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Определите, какой вид шоу вы хотите организовать. Составьте бюджет. Создайте организационный комитет. Выберите место проведения. Определите дату. Соберите вспомогательный персонал.


Article in English: Decide on the clearance you want underneath the bed. Measure with a measuring tape and write this figure down. Make sure to take into account any furniture that would be going under the bed. With a stud finder, locate the studs in the wall and mark the locations with painter's tape. Drill pilot holes slightly smaller than the diameter of the lag bolts you are using into the wall studs and headboard. Then, attach headboard to the wall using four 4" lag bolts and washers. Secure with a ratchet or wrench. Use a level to make sure that the headboard is straight. Drill pilot holes into the wall studs and sideboard piece and then attach the sideboard to the wall using eight 4" lag bolts and washers. Secure with a ratchet or wrench. Use a level to make sure that the sideboard is straight. Drill pilot holes into the end of the sideboard and face of the footboard. Attach the footboard to the sideboard using two 4" lag bolts and washers.

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Выберите нужную высоту. Прикрепите изголовье. Прикрепите заднюю часть. Прикрепите изножье.


Article in English: Decide on the colors that will appear in your round braid. Select just one or two, or up to as many as four or eight different colors, depending on which type of braid you do.  For a 4-strand round braid, one or two colors are typically used in different configurations, but you can use up to four different colors for each strand if you wish. For an 8-strand braid, typically one or two colors are used to create patterns, but you can use as many as eight different colors for each strand. Decide on how you’d like your colors to appear once they are braided, and arrange the strands accordingly. Two colors on a 4-strand round braid can create a spiral or diamond shapes, depending on what order the colored strands are in when you begin.  Begin with two strands of the same color in the middle, and the outside two strands in a different color, for a pattern that will look like a spiral. In other words, you can hold one strand of each color in each hand if you are holding onto the strands to braid. Begin with two strands of one color on the left and two strands of another color on the right for a pattern that will look like diamond shapes or a square with four colored sides. In other words, hold one color in one hand and one color in the other if you’re holding onto the strands the whole time to braid. Decide on how you want your colors to look once included in an 8-strand braid. Arrange the strands according to whether you’d like a large chevron, small chevron, or stripe pattern for your completed braid.  For a two-color wide chevron pattern that appears on two sides of the braid, place two strands of each color on the left (or in your left hand) and two strands of each color on the right (or in your right hand). Four strands of the same color should all be next to each other in the middle. For a two-color narrow chevron pattern that appears on all four sides of the braid, arrange the strands alternately with a strand of the first color, then a strand of the second color, then a strand of the first color, and so on....

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Выберите подходящий цвет нитей. Распределите цвета в соответствии с задуманным узором плетения из четырех нитей. Распределите цвета в соответствии с задуманным узором плетения из восьми нитей.


Article in English: Decide the files that you want to move to a new location. Choose where that new location will be. If you are using a Mac computer, open two Finder windows to access the files and the new location where you want to put them. If you are using a Windows computer, open the windows through the Start menu.  If your files are located on the desktop, you should only open a window for the location where you want to move the files. If you are using a Mac, after you open the first window, go to the File menu at the top and select the option to open a new Finder window. If you are using Windows, you can simply minimize the first window and access the Start menu again to find the second window. If your files are on the desktop, arrange your window next to the files on the desktop. Move your cursor so it is to the top left of all the files you want to move. Left click the mouse and drag the cursor over the files until you reach the bottom right corner. Your files should be highlighted in blue to show they are selected and ready to drag. The files should stay highlighted.  They will transfer and make a zipping noise as they are moved and saved.  If your files stop being highlighted at any time, you will need to repeat the drag and drop. If you repeat this process but drag the files to a different drive, such as a removable hard drive, CD or zip drive, the files will not move, they will be copied.

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Включите компьютер. Откройте папки. При помощи мыши настройте размер окон так, чтобы они оба полностью помещались на экране вашего компьютера. Выберите исходную папку. Отпустите левую кнопку мыши. Кликните левой кнопкой на файл и не отпускайте ее. Перетащите файлы в новую папку.


Article in English: Decide what behaviors you want to see more of in your child and reward that behavior. Your child is not born knowing what he should or should not do. As his parent, it’s up to you to train him/her and mold his behavior. Therefore, it’s essential for you to identify what behaviors you want your child to develop and reinforce them. Rewarding positive behavior with positive consequences is actually more effective than having to implement negative consequences for misbehavior.  Rewards for positive behavior should be consistent with the actual behavior. Verbal praise usually works well for most positive behavior whereas larger rewards should be reserved for more significant milestones. For example, straight As on a report card may warrant a celebratory dinner out. You could also use a token system to reinforce positive behavior. A token system is when your child can earn points or small tokens for appropriate behavior throughout the week. At the end of the week, he can trade in the tokens or cash in the points for a larger reward. Instead, respond to him/her when he is demonstrating the behavior that you want to see and you will see more of that. When you take away the attention from the negative behavior then he no longer has an audience. Often this process will reduce the undesirable behavior and increase desirable behavior.  For example, if you want your child to stop throwing tantrums, do not respond to him/her when he begins to demonstrate tantrums. Instead, wait until he is calm and is engaging in appropriate behavior before you respond to his requests. Only ignore behavior that poses no harm to your child or other people. There will be times when your child acts out. Most acting out behavior is normal and developmentally appropriate. If you can figure out why your child is misbehaving, then you may be able to prevent future misconduct. Keep in mind that there are generally four reasons that a child may misbehave: to feel a sense of power, because he feels inadequate, to get attention, or to get revenge. ...

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Поощряйте положительное поведение. Игнорируйте раздражающее поведение или привычки, если они не причиняют вреда самому ребенку или окружающим. Выявляйте причины плохого поведения. Определите, нужны ли естественные последствия. Обдумайте логические последствия. Последовательно претворяйте последствия в жизнь.


Article in English: Decide what color(s) you want to dye your hair. Figure out which product you want to use. Look for reviews to make sure you get a quality brand.  Some shampoo/conditioner brands also sell hair dye. It may help your case to pick a brand your parents use to wash their own hair. If your parents are vegan or against animal testing, consider picking a dye that's vegan or doesn't test on animals. Hair dye contains hydrogen peroxide, which can cause your hair to turn dry and brittle. It's unlikely that dyeing your hair once will cause any sort of serious damage, but be aware that it may still cause some damage, especially if you are going from dark to light.  The chance of you being allergic to hair dye is low, but it's still worth doing a patch test before you apply the dye to your head. Just put a small amount of dye on your wrist or ankle, and wait 24 hours to make sure there's no allergic reaction. There are many peroxide free hair dyes. They may not be as cheap as drugstore box dyes; however, they are much better for your hair. You don't want to get in trouble. If your school doesn't allow unusual colors, it's also very unlikely your parents will give you the okay. Be at the right age. If the package says, "Not recommended for use if under 16 years of age," do not use it as a 13-year-old. You could get serious hair follicle damage.

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Сделайте домашнюю работу относительно вопроса покраски волос. Изучите риски, связанные с повреждением волос при покраске. Убедитесь в том, что задуманное вами не противоречит дресс-коду школы или работы.


Article in English: Decide what personality traits you want. Identify the bad habits you want to get rid of. Determine the obstacles you want to overcome. Choose something that you really desire. Make sure it is consistent with your other goals, specific and detailed, not harmful to others, and is challenging but realistic. Make sure the autosuggestion is believable to yourself. If you don't believe it, then it will not work. For example,  instead of saying “I make $100,000 per year,” say “I choose to earn $100, 000 per year.” In order for an autosuggestion to work, it must trigger feelings. The more meaningful the the autosuggestion is to you, the more effective it is. The autosuggestions are for you and no one else. Don't make your autosuggestions based on what you want other people to be or how they think you should be. Make the autosuggestion what you want to be Autosuggestions are more effective when paired with positive thinking. Using positive statements also keep you motivated to accomplish your goals. Avoid negativity. Avoid using negative phrases such as “I cannot,” “I will not,” or “I do not want.” For example use “I am brave,” instead of “I am not afraid.” This can cause stress, which will interfere with your meditations and goals. Use meditation, sleep, or writing  to practice autosuggestion. The more your practice your autosuggestion, the faster it will work.

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Определите вещи, которые вам бы хотелось изменить в себе. Выберите что-то правдоподобное. Используйте эмоции. Говорите от первого лица. Мыслите положительно. Не создавайте себе временных рамок. Практикуйте установки самовнушения, которые вы составили.


Article in English: Decide what you want out of the situation, and then make a choice about the best course of action to achieve that goal with the least amount of tension. If you just want to see the person less, then you may not need to tell the person you don't like them. If you want to cut the person out of your life completely, it's probably best to tell them upfront rather than just ignoring them. Ask yourself questions like:  What do I hope will happen when I tell this person I don't like them? Do I want them to leave me alone? (Then maybe I should ask for that instead.) Do I want to see them less? (Then maybe I should tell them I can only hangout once a month.) Do I want to hurt this person's feelings? Will I regret hurting their feelings afterward? Even though you're essentially rejecting someone, you shouldn't be a jerk about it. Rather, try to keep the meanness to a minimum, so that you don't leave the person feeling horrible or hopeless. For example, saying, "You're an idiot, and I don't like you," isn't really appropriate. Instead you could say, "I know you'd like to hang out more, but I am not comfortable with that. I feel our beliefs are too different." If you're trying to tell a close friend that you've grown apart, treat it like you would a romantic relationship. That is, break up with them like you would do with someone you're in a romantic relationship with.  Sitting down with them in person is the best, though you can send a letter or email if that's your only option. Establish why you want to stop being friends. Ideally, put the blame on yourself, such as "I'm just not the same person I was, and I think we don't fit together as friends anymore." Another option is asking to take a break. Maybe you just need some space to adjust, although taking a break can also be a way to ease the person into a more permanent break. While this option may not be the best, it is an option. You can simply stop returning a person's calls or avoid talking to them when you see them. They may eventually get the message that you...

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Учитывайте свою цель. Будьте максимально любезны. Относитесь к дружбе как к романтическим отношениям. Избегайте человека. Оставайтесь реалистом.


Article in English: Decide what you want to do, then go for it.  Your goals can be noble or mundane.  Do you want to help homeless children have a better life?  Do you want to provide people with more food or fashion options?  Whatever your goal is, identify it.  Short-term goals might include “Improve on last week’s sales” or “Get one new investor this quarter.”  Try to set and meet at least three short-term goals each week and month.  Short term goals are better expressed as sub-goals, as their achievement should lead to attaining a longer term goal. Long-term success is composed of consistently meeting short- and medium-term goals. Long-term goals might take the form of a mission or vision statement for your company or organization.  For instance, a long-term goal might be “Ensure everyone who lives in Detroit who needs glasses can get them.” Ensure your goals are realistic, clear, and actionable. After a concept is proven, it is time to gear up. Begin with a simple business model before scaling up. For instance, if you have a beverage business where you create your own fruit juices or sodas, begin by making them at home and selling them at the beach or at school functions.  If you have a pet snack that you think is really great, start by giving them as gifts to your friends and family.  Use this early stage to get feedback about your product or service, and incorporate this feedback into your design and planning process to perfect your enterprise. . Your business plan should be a strategic document outlining where you are and where you want to be.  It should describe the history, organizational framework, and goals of your business.  Use your mission and vision statements as a starting point when developing a business plan.  The finished plan should be used as a guide to decide how to run the business, and delivered to potential investors when seeking funding.  Your mission statement describes what your business or organization does on a daily basis.  For instance, a lemonade business might have a mission statement that...

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Поставьте перед собой цели. Поставьте цель, все проверьте и — вперед! Составьте бизнес-план. Продумайте юридическую основу вашего бизнеса.


Article in English: Decide what you want your story to be about. With strips, you really don't have to know every little detail of the story you are trying to tell, but you should have a basic idea of where it's going. This can help you make sure that you've got material for more than just the first few strips. If you're wanting to do more of a gag-a-day strip, you'll want to outline the types of jokes you want to make. This will help you decide what kinds of and how many characters you need to pull off those jokes. You'll first need to decide how many panels you want to average, if you want one row or two, etc. For a 1 row strip-like Garfield, 3-4 panels is the norm. For a two-row comic strip like Cul de Sac, 6-8. You can also find 1 panel comics and 3 row comics.  Of course, sticking to a particular size will matter most if you plan on publishing your comics in print (such as a newspaper). If you plan on having them online instead, don't worry about this as much. If you're printing and even if you're not, it's best to at least keep the same width and height for a single row. So, you can have one strip with one row, and another strip with two rows, but all three rows should be the same width and height as each other. When you go to make an individual strip, write down and plan each panel. You need to know what is happening where, which characters will be included, etc. Keep it simple. A written script should be as bare-bones as possible. Descriptions of scenery should only be included if they are necessary to the action of the strip. Make sure that you aren't putting too much text in your panels. This can make the comic hard to read and enjoy. Try to limit the number of speech balloons to 2 (3 if there's a one or two-word balloon), and keep the number of words in a panel below 30 and preferably below 20.

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Выберите историю. Выберите формат. Распланируйте каждую рамку. Сбалансируйте текст и картинки.


Article in English: Decide where you will put the bruise and consider what would have caused a bruise in that particular area.  This will help you decide where the bruise should be as well as it’s shape and size.  Put the bruise in a place which is easy to reach to make applying makeup simple. The shape of the bruise should reflect whatever you think would have caused it. Consider a bruise on your forearm as if it was hit by a blunt object like a bat, which would be an oval bruise.  It would be a little longer than it is wide and have rounded edges. Another option is giving yourself a black eye as if you were punched in the face. Let them notice the bruise before you go around showing it off.  They are more likely to believe it is real if you don’t say anything about it.  Let them ask you what happened and be prepared with a fake story. If they don’t ask about it, you can “accidentally” touch the bruise or hit it on something, then react as if it hurt.

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Выберите место для синяка. Разыграйте своих друзей.


Article in English: Decide whether you want your finish to be glossy or matte, and look for an acrylic latex paint with that finish. You can find acrylic latex paint at your local hardware or paint store. Paint using short, even strokes going in the same direction. It’s OK if the first coat looks slightly patchy or uneven. Some paints may take longer to dry, so check the label on the paint you’re using for specific drying instructions. After two hours check to see if the first coat of paint is dry using your fingertips. This could take between three to four coats of paint. Allow the furniture to dry for at least two hours between each coat. You can re-attach any handles or knobs to the furniture once the final coat is dry, but avoid setting anything on the furniture until it's cured for a week to prevent peeling. You can also add a paint sealer to the surface of the furniture after the last coat dries.

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Используйте акриловую латексную краску. Нанесите первый слой краски кистью или валиком. Оставьте краску сохнуть хотя бы на два часа. Нанесите несколько слоев, пока не получите ровное покрытие. Оставьте свежевыкрашенную мебель на неделю, чтобы краска затвердела.


Article in English: Decide whether your DVD can be fixed, or whether it has irreparable damage.  As mentioned above, disks with scratches that go deep will not be able to be mended. To assess the damage, hold the disk up in the sunlight. If sunlight shines through the scratch, the DVD is unlikely to be mended. Scratches that are circular, around the laser track, are more likely to result in a permanently damaged disk. Small scratches that run across the radius are easier to fix. A cloth specialized for eyeglasses would also do.

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Оцените ущерб. Найдите двухстороннюю ткань для чистки ювелирных изделий - с чистящей и полировочной сторонами.


Article in English: Decide which kind of drain cleaner that you want to use. Options include traditional cleaners, foaming cleansers, and enzyme cleaners. Traditional and foaming cleansers may contain chemicals that are harmful to the environment while enzyme cleansers are made of natural ingredients. Because all drain cleaners are different, it's important that you read the instructions so that you know how long you should let the drain cleaner sit before flushing it.  Enzyme cleaners work best in warm water rather than hot water. Do not combine two different types of chemical drain cleaners or it can create toxic fumes. Pour the appropriate amount of drain cleaner down the sink according to the directions. If your drain is clogged, you'll see the solution settle near the top of your drain pipe. After letting the drain cleaner sit in the drain, you will have to flush the rest of the cleaner down the drain with warm or hot water.  Follow the directions on the packaging for the optimal results.

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Купите в магазине или закажите в интернете средство для удаления засора. Прочитайте инструкцию на упаковке. Налейте средство для прочистки засора в слив. Промойте слив горячей водой или кипятком.


Article in English: Deciding to end your marriage is one of the toughest and most important decisions you'll ever make, so it's important that you're 100% certain that your marriage is really over before you start taking the next steps. If you're on this page, chances are that you've already made up your mind, but here are some reasons that your marriage may really be over:  If you've already basically uncoupled. This means that you and your husband have separate friends, separate interests, don't spend time with each other, and don't really know what's going on in each other's lives. If your husband is no longer willing to try. If you've repeatedly brought up the problems in your marriage and your husband either promises to change and never does or flat-out refuses to change, then it may be time to leave. If you're in an abusive relationship, then get out. There are no good reasons to stay in an abusive relationship -- or to prolong your pain. If your relationship is truly abusive, then it may be best to get out ASAP and to figure out the rest once you're safe. If one or both of you has been repeatedly unfaithful. It's different if one of you has had a fling and has worked hard never to let it happen again -- but if cheating and flings are the status quo in your relationship, then it may be beyond saving. If you no longer feel like a team. If you have stopped making decisions together, communicating, or compromising, then it may be time to leave. If you can't agree on whether or not to have kids. If you're dying to have kids but your husband refuses, or vice versa, then there may be no point in continuing the relationship if you can't see eye-to-eye on this important matter. See if you can make this decision with a cool head. You should not decide to leave your husband in the heat of the moment, but after you've had some time to really think it over. See if you've tried everything and nothing's worked. If you've tried couples therapy, had many long conversations with your husband, and if both of you have attempted to change...

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Решение о расторжении брака. Рассмотрите возможность открыто поговорить об этом. Держите свое решение при себе.


Article in English: Deciding which walls to waterproof and which ones to forgo can save you time, money, and headache. Here's a water-clad rule for which walls to waterproof: Waterproof any walls with soil on one side and habitable space (including crawl space) on the other. Here are some other tips to consider:  If the site or the area is especially wet (think Seattle, or the jungle), you may want to waterproof all walls. Extend the waterproofing at least 1 foot (0.3 m) from any wall or surface that does need waterproofing to any that doesn't. You want a little bit of a buffer, just to be sure. Depending on the method of waterproofing you use, the manufacturer will have different suggestions and best practices. Consult the instructions of whatever product you are using, or consult a GC, for best results. This is an unusual situation, but there are homes with cast in place concrete roof systems, and typically, roofing cement and fiber reinforced roll roofing is applied to the roof to prevent water intrusion. If the house doesn't have sufficient slope to allow water to drain off the roof in a rain event, you may have to apply tar or a synthetic waterproofing membrane directly to the concrete, or use a seamless rubber roofing system.  These products are more suitable for professional contractors to use. Waterproofing won't do much if the water that jets off the walls doesn't have a good place to drain to. Consult with an expert about building a perimeter footing drain, an under drain pipe system, or even a sump pump for heavy-duty water relocation. If it's a concrete basement you're trying to drain, consult this article.

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Определите, на какие стены следует наносить гидроизоляцию. При нанесении выбранного покрытия соблюдайте все указания изготовителя. При наличии монолитной железобетонной крыши, покройте ее подходящим герметизирующим составом. Не забывайте, помимо гидроизоляции нужно также предусмотреть правильный сток.


Article in English: Declarations of love, whether from you or from her, might be harder to do in a crowded room, so make dinner at home or take her to a secluded spot in the park where you can have a deep conversation about your feelings. This will also put you both at easy and make you both more comfortable with talking honestly and openly. By being blunt and straightforward, you will have the best chance at knowing exactly how your girlfriend feels about you. Your girlfriend may need some encouragement to tell you about her feelings for you, so don’t be shy about displaying your emotions. If you feel strongly about her, indicate this to her so that she feels comfortable enough to share how she feels about you.

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Создайте интимную домашнюю обстановку. Будьте честными и прямолинейными. Не бойтесь проявлять эмоции.


Article in English: Declining performance in school or work is often connected to drug use. Drugs not only decrease mental capacity, they increasingly dominate a user's thought process. Instead of focusing on issues related to education or employment, a drug user may be constantly thinking about becoming intoxicated, and how to obtain more drugs. Both insomnia and unusual sleepiness may indicate drug use. Does the individual sometimes seem strangely lethargic and tired? Do they suddenly crash and sleep for long periods of time? Alternately, do they have giddy or manic energy even without sleeping? See-sawing between high and low energy, between periods of excessive and insufficient sleep, should raise the alarm.  Opiate users may exhibit a euphoric wave of energy and then abruptly fall asleep, even while sitting upright. Alcoholics might be full of energy at night and then sleep well into the morning, exhibiting an aversion to light and sound. An LSD high can last for up to 12 hours, during which time an individual cannot sleep. But following the high, a user may “crash” and sleep for an entire day. Have they started doing things they previously considered immoral? Have they been lying and skipping school or work? Are they asking to borrow unusual amounts of money? Have property, valuables, and money gone missing?  Are they taking risks that put themselves and others in harm's way? Answering yes to any of these questions may indicate problematic drug use. Have they become more reclusive, avoiding family and long-time friends? Are they more irritable and distant with loved ones? Has the individual started hanging out with mysterious new friends that they refuse to introduce? Are they taking suspicious phone calls, or constantly texting unknown people?  If so, the individual may be using drugs. Consider looking through the individual's dresser, desk drawers, or clothing pockets. Suspicious items may include eye drops, mouthwash, “baggies,” cigarette rolling papers, cotton swabs, roach clips, pipes, bongs, needles, pill bottles,...

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Обратите внимание на внезапную неспособность концентрировать внимание, на снижение памяти и мотивации. Обратите внимание на резкие изменения в режиме дня, а также на внезапные перепады настроения и энергии. Обратите внимание на изменение моральных и ценностных убеждений человека. Задумайтесь об изменениях в жизни человека. Обратите внимание на подозрительные предметы.


Article in English: Decongestants help relieve coughing by reducing nasal congestion and drying up mucus in the lungs and expanding airways. You can take decongestants in a variety of ways, such as pills, liquids, and nasal sprays.  Look for pills and liquids with phenylephrine and pseudoephedrine as the active ingredients. Excessive use of decongestants can lead to dryness and cause a dry cough. Only use nasal sprays for 2-3 days. More than that might cause more congestion thanks to the "rebound effect." Your body can become dependent on decongestants if you overuse them. Try a menthol cough drops since they tend to be the most effective. These lozenges numb the back of your throat, restricting the cough reflex and putting an end to your coughing fit sooner.  For moist coughs, horehound lozenges often prove helpful. Horehound is a bittersweet herb with expectorant properties, so it brings up more phlegm faster, allowing your cough to be over with sooner. Pregnant women should not use horehound.  For dry coughs, you could also use slippery elm lozenges. These lozenges are made from the bark of the slippery elm tree. The substances they contain coat the throat, thereby limiting the coughing reflex and putting an end to your hacking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not use slippery elm. An over-the-counter medicated chest rub containing menthol or camphor should be able to halt most dry and moist coughs.  These rubs should only be applied topically and are not safe to ingest. Do not use medicated chest rubs on infants. An over-the-counter cough suppressant is best used for moist coughs that occur during the middle of the night.  Cough suppressants halt the flow of cough-causing mucus and tell your brain to restrict the coughing reflex. They are a good idea if you need to stop your cough temporarily to sleep at night or for another reason, but you should not rely on cough suppressants for the duration of a cough-causing illness since they can cause mucus to stay trapped in your lungs, increasing your risk of developing a...

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Попробуйте противозастойные средства. Попробуйте леденцы для рассасывания. Воспользуйтесь лекарственной мазью от кашля. Попробуйте препарат для подавления кашля. Используйте отхаркивающие средства.


Article in English: Decorate your room with posters and cute pillows and blankets. Decorate your locker with stickers, magnets, whiteboards, pictures, and mirror. When you are in class keep your supplies for your current class (for example. binder and notebook) and put the rest of your stuff in your desk. Clean your room and your locker regularly. It will be much easier to find stuff. Get a cellphone, a tablet, an MP3 player (maybe an iPod), a laptop and an Ereader. Get cool cases for all you stuff with things like, animals, snacks, and things you like (for example. Minions). Charge your devices regularly. It`s awful when your battery dies when your in the middle of doing your homework on your laptop! Get binders, notebooks, pencil cases, folders and caddies in pretty colors and patterns like pink, blue, yellow, orange, and green. Patterns include cats, polka dots, stripes, chevron and cool geometric patterns. Do cool activities with your friends and don`t take things too seriously.

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Поддерживайте чистоту в своей комнате, шкафчике (если в вашей школе они предусмотрены) и на рабочем месте. Приобретите классную электронику. Достаньте красивые школьные принадлежности. Весело проводите время!


Article in English: Decrease the amount of sugar concentration in the food after a couple of weeks. Doing this will increase the activity at your feeder. One part sugar to five parts water or one part sugar to four parts water will dilute the mixture. When the mixture is more diluted, the hummingbirds have to come back more often.    Do not make the mixture any weaker than 1 part sugar to 5 parts water. If the food has less sugar than this, the hummingbirds will expend more energy flying to and from the feeder than they will be able to replenish by eating the food. You want to make the food strong enough that you do not constantly have to fill the feeders, but not so strong that the birds visit infrequently and you don't get to see them. Making food that is incredibly high in sugar will give the hummingbirds a high amount of energy, allowing them to go longer before eating again (so they won't be visiting your feeder as much.) If you have tried different mixtures but there are still no hummingbirds using your feeder, plant flowers that will attract hummingbirds. Here are plants that hummingbirds like: Bee Balm, Phlox, Lupine, Hollyhock, Red-Hot Poker, Columbine, Coral Bells, Foxglove, Cardinal Flower, Lantana, Salvia, Butterfly Bush, Rose of Sharon, Trumpet Vine, Trumpet Honeysuckle, Crossvine, Carolina Jessamine, Indian Pink (Spigelia).

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Спустя пару недель, уменьшите количество сахара в сиропе. Посадите цветы, которые любят колибри.


Article in English: Decrease your daily coffee or tea from three cups a day down to two and so on. This will help you eliminate any caffeine withdrawals that you may experience if caffeine is a big part of your day. Try to avoid eating fatty foods such as meats. Steer clear of fried foods, sweets, and other foods that are high in fat. Stick with as many vegetables and fruit as possible. If you want to add grains to your meals, choose healthy grains such as oats, wheat or quinoa, and steer clear of anything white and processed. The liver is an important part of the detox process as it helps to remove impurities and toxins from the body. Alcohol stresses the liver and can slow down the rate of detoxification.

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Ограничьте потребление кофеина. Ешьте простую постную пищу. Держитесь подальше от алкоголя, чтобы очищение была эффективнее.


Article in English: Decreasing the amount of stress and weight on the affected bones will result in a huge amount of pain relief, slow the damage rate, and give your body a chance to heal. Apart from physical therapy, make efforts to minimize your daily physical activity movement as much as possible. You may need the aid of crutches or a walker if the affected joint is your hip, knee or ankle. Consider crutches an invitation to stay off your legs. However, crutches should only be used upon the advice of your physiotherapist. You should see a physiotherapist to show you certain exercises to maintain or enhance your joint movement. The physiotherapist's role is to help you using the walking aid at first and then slowly wean you off it. Improvement will lead you to some stretching exercises that you can do in the clinic or at home.  The exercise bike is helpful too, as the forward and backward moves will assist the joint's overall state, increase the blood flow and keep your hip and associated muscles strong.  Your motion improvement and strength will help the physiotherapist to choose the proper exercises that best suit you and guide you on how to perform them on your own. This is another helpful method done by pressing certain areas/points on the body that help in relaxation. Talk to your physical therapist about acupressure. You can do it yourself regularly or you can make an appointment with a professional and turn it into a full-on day of veritable stress-blasting. Alternatively, performing simple yoga or massage therapy (especially for the buttocks, anterior/lateral hip muscles and back) is also helpful in relaxing and avoiding stress. The more relaxed you are, the better you'll feel 24/7. Drinking alcohol is one of the risk factors of developing AVN. Continually drinking alcohol will worsen your case due to the elevated levels of fatty substances in your blood which tend to accumulate and block your blood vessels in the affected areas. Stick to a glass of red wine at night if need be. There are a number of reasons you should...

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Отдых. Целебные Точечный массаж. Ограничьте потребление алкоголя. Поддерживайте низкий уровень холестерина. Избегайте или минимизируйте потребление приправ с высоким содержанием жира, таких как масло и майонез.


Article in English: Deep breathing exercises will help you maintain your calm demeanor. They are also a great coping mechanism when you feel your emotions rising to the surface. Breathe in through your nose for five seconds, hold for five seconds, then release through your mouth for five seconds. Repeat as necessary until you have regained your composure. Exercise can help distract you from painful emotions and will also allow you to be a calmer, more rational person. Find your favorite sport, exercise, or physical activity. Whenever you feel emotions begin to bubble up, put on your gym shoes and get your heart pumping. Soon you will forget about your emotional response. Some excellent physical outlets include:  Running or jogging Bicycling Swimming Team sports such as softball or soccer Martial arts Kickboxing Dancing It might be tempting to use substances in order to dull your emotions. However, many drugs and alcohol also work to lower your inhibitions, leading you to have emotional reactions of even greater intensity. Even caffeine can trigger a stress reaction. Keep yourself calm and emotionally neutral by abstaining from drugs, alcohol, and caffeine. An important exception to this is if you require psychiatric medication for a mental health disorder. If this is the case, follow your doctor's instructions at all times. Sleeplessness can make it difficult to handle your emotions neutrally and calmly. Be sure that you sleep at least 8 hours each night. If you have a hard time sleeping, be sure that you:  Avoid blue light, which is emitted by electronics, for at least 3 hours before bed  Keep your bedroom cool and well-ventilated Have a comfortable mattress  Use a white noise machine to drown out ambient noise Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and heavy meals, especially in the evenings

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Сделайте пару глубоких вдохов. Выполняйте активные аэробные упражнения в течение 30 минут. Не прибегайте к стимулирующим веществам. Высыпайтесь по ночам.


Article in English: Deep breathing exercises, which is also called pranayama, can naturally help dissolve tension and help you relax. Do a few deep breathing exercises to help yourself relax and refocus yourself as well as alleviate other symptoms of an adrenaline rush.  Deep breathing can help your body distribute oxygen to your body, which can reduce heart rate and normalize your pulse. It will also help relax tense muscles that may be exacerbating the adrenaline rush.  Inhale and exhale completely and in a balanced manner through your nose. For example, you would inhale for a count of four, hold for two, counts, and then exhale completely to a count of four. You can vary the counts according to your abilities.  To get the most from deep breathing, sit upright, with your shoulders back, feet flat on the ground, and avoid slouching. Put you hands on your belly and practice breathing slowly making the stomach move against the hands. When you exhale, tighten your stomach muscles and breathe out through pursed lips.  Consciously feel the diaphragm move up and down as you breathe. When you are feeling stressed, anxious or having an adrenaline rush, remove yourself from the situation and count to ten. Counting can help your mind to focus on something other than situation.  When you focus on something other than the stressful situation, your body may stop producing adrenaline. If necessary, count to twenty and repeat the procedure as often as you need to. If you notice stress or anxiety triggering a rush of adrenaline, practice relaxing your whole body to bring yourself down. Lie on the ground or sit down and begin clenching and relaxing each muscle in your body. Start with your feet:  Tighten and contract each muscle in your body for five seconds starting at your feet. Then let the muscles slowly ease into deep relaxation. After 10 seconds, tighten your leg muscles for another five seconds and then let them relax.  Repeat this succession until to finish with your head.  Move on to the muscles in your legs. Do the same process for...

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Дышите глубоко. Сосчитайте до десяти или до двадцати. Практикуйте методику прогрессивной релаксации мышц. Развивайте позитивное мышление. Относитесь с юмором к любой ситуации.


Article in English: Deep breathing helps to recover lost lung capacity. Begin either in a sitting or standing position. Place your hands on your waist and relax. Inhale as much air as possible. When you reach the maximum capacity of your lungs, hold your breath for 5 seconds. Exhale as much air as possible. Make sure that you exhale slowly and empty the lungs completely or as much as your health level permits. Repeat the procedure 10 times in each set. It is advisable to do 3-4 sets of deep breathing exercises throughout the day. Perform Pursed-lip breathing will help you increase the oxygen intake of your lungs, while decreasing the amount of carbon dioxide. Start by relaxing your entire body. You can do this in a sitting or standing position. Inhale through your nose within a span of 3 seconds. Before you exhale, you need to purse your lips as if you are going to kiss somebody. Exhale through your pursed lips within a span of 6 seconds. Inhale and exhale slowly. Don’t force the air to come in and out the lungs. Repeat the procedure. Pursed-lip breathing is done when the patient has shortness of breath. This breathing exercise should be repeated until shortness of breath is diminished. The diaphragm is the muscle that pushes and pulls air in and out of the lungs. Start by lying down on your back and bend your knees. Place one of your hands on your belly and another hand on your chest. Take a deep breath. Let your belly and lower rib cage rise while making sure that the upper chest cavity won’t move. This is the challenge you need to overcome in diaphragm breathing. Inhaling should take about 3 seconds. Exhale for 6 seconds. You need to purse your lips as well to better control your breathing. Repeat the whole procedure. At first, this exercise might be difficult for you. However, more practice and repetition of this exercise can train the diaphragm and will eventually increase your lung capacity. As time passes by, diaphragm breathing will become easier. Doing huff-cough breathing will help eliminate bacteria and respiratory...

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Практикуйте глубокое дыхание. Дышите с поджатыми губами. Попробуйте дышать с помощью диафрагмы. Практикуйте дыхательное упражнение «хафф-кашель».


Article in English: Deep breathing is one relaxation technique that can help reduce stress. Learning to relax may help decrease pain.  Lie flat on your back. Use pillows under your knees and neck to make sure you are comfortable. Put your hands palm-down on your stomach, right below the rib cage.  Place the fingers of your hands together so you can feel them separately and know you are doing the exercise correctly. Take a long, slow, deep breath through your nose by expanding your belly. This ensures that you are using your diaphragm to breathe rather than your rib cage. Your fingers should separate as they lie on your belly. Exhale through your mouth. Do this as often as you can.  Use a variation of a Chinese Qigong breathing exercise. Sit down comfortably. The lungs' natural rhythm will take over immediately. Take three short inhalations through the nose. On the first intake, lift your arms, reaching in front, keeping the arms at shoulder levels. On the second intake, move your arms to the side, keeping the arms at shoulder levels. On the third intake, lift your arms over your head. Repeat 10 to 12 times. If either exercise causes any dizziness, stop. Do these exercises as often as you need. Another way to decrease stress and cope with pain is through progressive muscle relaxation. Start with your toes. Tighten them by curling them under your feet. Hold for five to 10 seconds. Then slowly relax the toes.  Move on to the feet next. Tighten all the muscles in your feet and hold for five to 10 seconds. Then slowly relax the feet. Move up through your legs, thighs, abdomen, arms, neck, and face, tightening the muscles in each area. Relax slowly every time. Positive visualization can be a form of meditation. Positive visualization and meditation can help relieve stress, which can help ease discomfort and lessen pain.  Pick a favorite spot and get comfortable. Remember a favorite place. Close your eyes and picture that place. Keep the image in your mind. Breathe deeply as you keep the picture in your mind. Don’t worry if you lose...

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Попробуйте выполнять упражнения по глубокому дыханию. Занимайтесь прогрессивной мышечной релаксацией. Практикуйте позитивную визуализацию. Применяйте позитивные аффирмации.