Article in English: It's easy to see the principles of enthalpy in action with a simple experiment. To make sure that the reaction in your experiment will take place without any foreign contamination, clean and sterilize the container that you plan to use. Scientists use special closed containers called calorimeters to measure enthalpy, but you can achieve reasonable results with any small glass jar or flask. Regardless of the container you use, fill it with clean, room-temperature tap water. You'll also want to conduct the reaction somewhere indoors with a cool temperature. For this experiment, you'll want a fairly small container. We'll be testing the enthalpy-altering effects of Alka-Seltzer on water, so the less water used, the more obvious the temperature change will be. Grab a thermometer and set it in the container so that the temperature-reading end sits below the water level. Take a temperature reading of the water — for our purposes, the temperature of the water will represent T1, the initial temperature of the reaction. Let's say that we measure the temperature of the water and find that it's exactly 10 degrees C. In a few steps, we'll use this sample temperature reading to demonstrate the principals of enthalpy. When you're ready to start the experiment, drop a single Alka-Seltzer tablet into the water. You should notice it immediately start to bubble and fizz. As the tablet dissolves in the water, it breaks down into the chemicals bicarbonate (HCO3-) and citric acid (which reacts in the form of hydrogen ions, H+). These chemicals react to form water and carbon dioxide gas in the reaction 3HCO3− + 3H+ → 3H2O + 3CO2. Monitor the reaction as it proceeds — the Alka-Seltzer tablet should gradually dissolve. As soon as the tablet finishes its reaction (or seems to have slowed to a crawl), measure the temperature again. The water should be slightly colder than before. If it's warmer, the experiment may have been affected by an outside force (like, for instance, if the room you're in is especially warm). For our example...

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Возьмите чистую емкость и налейте туда воды. Поместите термометр в емкость. Добавьте в емкость одну таблетку «Алка-Зельтцер». Измерьте конечную температуру. Подсчитаем энтальпию реакции.


Article in English: It's easy to see the principles of evaporation in action by performing this simple experiment. To start, all you'll need is a little ordinary table salt, some tap water, a saucepan, a little black construction paper, and a stove. Add a few cups of water to the pan and place it on a hot burner. Wait for the water to heat — it doesn't necessarily need to boil, but the hotter it gets, the more quickly it will dissolve the salt. The reason hot water is best for dissolving salt (and other chemicals) has to do with the motion of the molecules making up the water. When the water gets hot, the molecular motion increases, running into more salt molecules and making the bonds easier to pull apart. Continue adding small spoonfuls of salt and stirring to dissolve them. Eventually, you'll reach a point at which the salt won't dissolve anymore, no matter how hot the water is. This is called the water's saturation point. Turn the stove off and let the water cool slightly. When water reaches its saturation point, it no longer has any ability to dissolve salt at a molecular level — so much salt has dissolved that there is no longer any chemical potential for the water to pull apart new salt crystals. Using a spoon or ladle, pour a little of your saltwater over a dark-colored piece of construction paper. Place this paper on a dish to avoid having it soak through to the countertop or work surface below. Now, all you need to do is wait for the water to evaporate. This process will be slightly faster if you leave the paper somewhere the sun's light can hit it. Don't waste your leftover salt water — there are tons of things you can use it for. For instance, you can use it to poach an egg, boil potatoes, preserve spinach, and even help you peel nuts! As the water evaporates, it should leave behind miniature salt crystals. These should look like small, shiny, white or clear flakes on the surface of the paper. Congratulations! You've just separated salt from water. Feel free to scrape a little bit of salt from your paper to season...

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Нагрейте воду и добавьте в нее соли, чтобы получить соленую воду. Добавляйте соль, пока она не перестанет растворяться. Налейте столовой ложкой воду на темный строительный картон. Подождите, пока сформируется соль.


Article in English: It's easy to think of girls like a different species and think that you don't understand them. However, girls really aren't any different than you. They want the same things, they have the same problems, and they have the same feelings. When you realize that, it will be much easier to realize how you should treat them: treat them how you would want to be treated. If it's easier, think of how you would want someone to treat a woman that you love. Treat a girl the way you'd want your dad to treat your mom. Treat a girl the way you'd want a guy to treat your sister. You want to look fly all the time. That's understandable. Who wouldn't want all the ladies to fall over themselves whenever they walk through a room? However, if you already have a girlfriend or a girl you like, working really hard to attract other women is disrespectful and rude to your girl. Just worry about looking hot to her and don't worry so much about what other women like. You shouldn't be flirting with a girl that isn't your girlfriend. You also shouldn't be showing off your body to other women. When she says "no" it doesn't mean "maybe later". It doesn't mean "I'm being coy". It doesn't mean "I'm trying to make you mad". It means "no". Don't continue to bother her after she's told you no. She knows what you want and she'll let you know if she changes her mind. For example, if you ask her to wear a particular item of clothing and she doesn't like it, don't keep pressuring her to wear it. She's allowed to have secrets from you, just like you're allowed to have secrets from her. You're both entitled to have time to yourselves and things that are just yours. Do not invade her privacy by doing things like stalking her on Facebook or checking her text messages. The temptation can be really strong if you see that she's left her internet browser logged in or something like that, but you should still resist. It's the gentlemanly thing to do. A lot of guys will worry about seeming manly. You don't want to seem weak, right? So they don't tell their...

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Не считайте девушку существом с другой планеты. Не флиртуйте с другими девушками. Правильно реагируйте на отказы. Уважайте личное пространство девушки. Говорите о своих чувствах. Доверяйте девушке и заслужите ее доверие.


Article in English: It's entirely possible for one person to research, plan, shoot, and edit a documentary by his or herself, especially if the documentary's scope is relatively small or intimate. However, many may find this "one person, one camera" approach to be exceedingly difficult or to result in amateurish, unpolished footage. Consider hiring or recruiting experienced help for your documentary, especially if you're tackling an ambitious topic or you want your film to have a polished, professional quality.  To get help, you may try recruiting qualified friends and acquaintances, advertising your project via flyers or online postings, or contacting a talent agency. Here are just a few types of professionals you might consider employing:  Cameramen Lighting riggers Writers Researchers Editors Actors (for scripted sequences/recreations) Audio recorders/editors Technical consultants. Also consider hiring young up-and-coming crew who are inspired and in touch with markets and audiences you may have overlooked.  Always confer with your camera op and other creative folks involved in the documentary. This helps make your docs a collaborative effort, with a shared vision. Working in a collaborative environment means that you'll often find your crew seeing something and contributing to the project in ways you may have overlooked. Serious documentary film makers should, at the very least, understand how films are produced, staged, shot, and edited, even if they can't do all of these things by themselves. If you're unaware of the technical process behind making films, you may find it worthwhile to study film making before shooting your documentary. Many colleges and universities offer film making courses, but you can also get practical experience by working around film sets either in front of or behind the camera.  Though many directors have a film school background, practical knowledge can trump a formal film making education. For instance, comedian Louis C.K., who has worked as a director in film and television, got early film making...

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Наймите персонал, если это необходимо. При найме или привлечении в свою команду, ищите людей, которые разделяют аналогичные взгляды на предмет документального фильма. Изучите основы кинопроизводства. Найдите оборудование. Организуйте, составляйте схему и планируйте свои съемки.


Article in English: It's entirely possible that a cord could just slip out from the outlet while you're working. If power is present to the monitor and other peripherals, yet there is no power to your computer, there is likely something wrong with your power supply. The most obvious clue is that the system will do absolutely nothing when you hit the power button. If there is no sound and no monitor activity of any kind, the power supply has probably died. While this can also be caused by a faulty switch, it is usually the result of a burned-out power supply. Noticeable changes in how long it takes for your computer to boot up and shutdown, as well as spontaneous rebooting, could be a sign that something is wrong. If the system makes rapid, short beeps repeatedly and does not boot when you try to get it to, this could be linked to the power supply. If there are system startup failures or lockups, memory errors, HDD file system corruption or USB power issues, this is often directly related to your power supply. If the fan in your computer is failing to spin, it could lead to overheating and smoke in the system, all of which can cause a failed power supply.

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Убедитесь, что все провода правильно подключены. Нажмите на кнопку включения. Если же компьютер включается, то определить неисправность блока питания можно по следующим признакам: Звуковые сигналы. Ошибки при включении. Проверьте вентилятор блока питания.


Article in English: It's essential to talk to your doctor to make sure your weight loss program is safe and appropriate for you.  In addition to speaking with your doctor, making an appointment to visit a registered dietitian may be a good idea.  These nutrition and weight loss experts will be able to guide and teach you about safe and healthy weight loss. If you have 100 pounds of excess weight to lose, you may also be suffering from chronic diseases that are associated with being overweight or obese.  Therefore, it's even more important to speak with your doctor about what type of weight loss is appropriate for you. Losing 100 pounds is a big goal and will require you to commit to a weight loss program for an extended period of time.  Setting realistic goals is important, especially when you want to lose larger amounts of weight.  Losing weight at a faster rate may be unhealthy and unsafe.  In addition, it's generally not sustainable long-term and may put you at risk for gaining the weight back.  Setting a large, long-term goal is great, but it may be helpful to set smaller goals along the way to help motivate you on your weight loss journey.  For example:  lose 10 pounds in four to six weeks or lose the first 25 pounds in three months. This is perhaps the most effective change you can make immediately that will help get you started on the road to losing weight. The more tempting food you have lying the house, the more likely it is that you will give in and eat those unhealthy items.  Creating a healthy environment at home can help support your weight loss.  Toss out any sweets (like cookies, cupcakes or ice cream), chips, crackers and sugary beverages (like soda or fruit juice cocktail). You can also donate unopened items to a local food bank instead of throwing items in the garbage. Think, "out of sight, out of mind." Having these foods out of your house will help you stick to your plan and eat healthier. Getting started on a weight loss plan to lose 100 pounds will require you to re-think your meals.  Spending a few hours...

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Поговорите с врачом или профессиональным диетологом. Поставьте перед собой цели. Избавьтесь от вредной еды дома. Продумайте план питания.


Article in English: It's exciting to discover a footprint in the mud or snow, a tell-tale sign that another creature has recently crossed the same path you're taking. Every animal has a distinct print, and if you know what to look for, you'll be able to tell what type of animal might be nearby. When you look at a footprint, pay attention to these factors:   The size of the print. Right off the bat, you should be able to tell whether the print was likely left by a fox, bear, cat or mouse by the size of the print.  The number of toes. This is a basic feature of footprints that can be very revealing, since different animals have different numbers of toes in their prints. For example, felines like bobcats and cougars have 4 toes on each foot, while weasels and skunks have five.  Whether or not nail prints are visible. Feline prints don't show the nails, but prints left by wolves, raccoons and bears show long claw marks.  Whether the print shows an opposable toe (or thumb). Creatures that can climb trees, like raccoons and opossums,  have an opposable digit that enables them to grip the tree as they climb.  Whether the front and back prints are the same size. Dogs, cats, foxes, bears and many other creatures have front and back feet that are exactly the same size. If you see prints that show tiny front feet and large back feet, they were probably left by a rabbit or hare.  Whether the prints were left by a hoofed animal. The print of a deer, moose, elk or another hoofed animals is quite distinct from that left by an animal with paws. The next step is to look at where the footprints fall and try to identify a pattern. You can determine an animal's gait by interpreting the track pattern. Since different animal families have different gaits, examining the track pattern can help you figure out what type of animal tracks you're seeing. You can also use the track pattern to predict where the animal may have gone. Here are the most common track patterns:   Diagonal walker pattern. Diagonal walkers, including felines, canines, and hoofed...

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Осмотрите след. Изучите рисунок дорожки. Проверьте свои результаты.


Article in English: It's extra important to have a comfortable, supportive mattress if you have scoliosis. For most individuals, a medium to firm mattress is the best choice, although it's most important that you are comfortable. Memory foam may not be the right choice for people with scoliosis, as it does not always provide as much support as a traditional mattress. Many people who have scoliosis do not have the proper amount of curvature in their necks and low backs. Try sleeping on a cervical pillow and a lumbar roll to help encourage your spine to curve in a healthy way. A single pillow or roll is preferable to multiple pillows. Sleeping on a stack of pillows can be harmful. If you have a brace to correct the curvature in your spine, it's important that you wear it as much as your doctor tells you to. Most patients are supposed to wear their braces 21 hours or more each day, which means they must keep them on at night.

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Приобретите хороший матрас. Используйте поддерживающие подушки. Выполняйте предписания врача относительно корсета.


Article in English: It's fairly easy to change your shirt quickly without exposing yourself for too long. To begin, sit down on a bench with your gym shirt on your lap (with the front of your shirt facing down and the neck of the shirt towards your knees).  You can also perform this move while standing up in front of your locker, if you have one. Your open locker door can shield part of your body: Instead of placing your shirt on your lap, have it placed in the bottom of your locker ready to go for the following steps. Pull your arms out of your shirt. If your shirt is a pull-over style, remove your arms, but don't take the shirt all the way off. Keep your head in the neck opening of the shirt, with the shirt draped over your body. (If you are wearing a button-down style shirt, unbutton your shirt completely and take your arms out, but leave the shirt draped over your shoulders.) Place your hands up through bottom opening of your gym shirt and into the arms. Then raise your arms and lift your old shirt off as you slip the new one over your head. Your shirt should fall behind you as you raise your arms. If you want to draw as little attention to yourself as possible when changing out of your street pants, try this quick change hack. Begin by having your gym pants ready beside you on a bench (right-side out, with drawstrings loosened, etc.). Make sure that your shoes are off as well, before you get started.  Loosen your regular clothes (unbutton, unzip, or unfasten your jeans, pants, or skirt) and begin to slide them down. Sit down once you've lowered them past your hips. This will minimize the amount of time you are standing up with your underwear exposed. Once you are sitting, slide your bottoms past your knees and down off your feet. While you are still bent over, reach over and grab your gym pants/shorts, and step into them. Pull your gym pants up to your knees while you remain sitting down, and then stand up to quickly slide them over your hips. You can also try pulling your gym pants up while sitting down instead of...

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Переоденьте футболку. Наденьте спортивные штаны или шорты. Переоденьте белье. Переоденьте бюстгальтер.


Article in English: It's free in the iPhone's App Store. To do so:  Open the App Store app. Tap Search  Tap the search bar  Type in ping  Tap Search  Tap GET next to "Ping - network utility" Enter your password when prompted. Tap OPEN next to the Ping app icon, or tap the Ping app icon on one of your iPhone's home screens. It's a green >_ on a black background. It's at the top of the screen. Type in the address for a website (e.g., "google.com") without including the "www." section. You'll find this in the top-right corner of the screen. You'll see it appearing once every second or so on the screen. The IP address will continue to appear in one-second intervals until you cancel the ping.  You can tap Stop in the top-right corner of the screen to cancel the ping. Keep in mind that you're most likely looking at the website's public IP address. You usually won't be able to see the website's private servers' IP address.

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Загрузите приложение «Ping». Запустите приложение «Ping». Щелкните по адресной строке. Введите адрес веб-сайта. Щелкните по Ping. Найдите IP-адрес веб-сайта.


Article in English: It's free in your Android's Google Play Store. To do so:  Open the Google Play Store. Tap the search bar. Type in pingtools  Tap PingTools Network Utility  Tap INSTALL  Tap AGREE Tap OPEN in the Google Play Store, or tap the PingTools app icon. It's in the top-left corner of the screen. A pop-out menu will appear. You'll find this near the middle of the pop-out menu. Do so in the address bar at the top of the screen. You do not have to include the "www." section of the website's address here. It's in the top-right corner of the screen. You'll find it below the "Ping [website]" heading that appears on the screen. Keep in mind that you're most likely looking at the website's public IP address. You usually won't be able to see the website's private servers' IP address.

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Скачайте приложение «PingTools Network Utility». Откройте приложение «PingTools Network Utility». Щелкните по ☰. Щелкните по Ping. Введите адрес веб-сайта. Щелкните по PING. Найдите IP-адрес веб-сайта.


Article in English: It's generally a good idea to talk to a doctor before taking a laxative. People in certain circumstances should always do so, to avoid health complications:  Pregnant or breastfeeding women Children 6 years old or younger Adults over the age of 65 Anyone taking other medication. (If you are already taking a laxative or mineral oil, wait for at least 24 hours before switching to a different laxative.) Anyone with severe stomach pain, abdominal cramps, nausea, or vomiting should avoid laxatives entirely, and visit a doctor immediately. In some cases, glycerol suppositories can be useful to help relieve short-term constipation. To insert the suppository, unwrap it, face the pointed end toward your rectum, and use a finger to push it as far in as possible. Try to keep as still as possible to hold the suppository in place. If inserted correctly, it should start working in around 20 minutes. Many people moisten the suppository with tap water before inserting it. These suppositories are only intended for short-term relief. If you are still constipated after 3 days of use, see your doctor. These cheap laxatives grease your stool with mineral oil or similar substances to ease passage. They typically take effect within 8 hours, but are only suitable for quick relief. Overuse can lead to vitamin deficiency. If you are taking any other medication, talk to a doctor before taking lubricant laxative. The hastened passage of stool can decrease the amount of medication that is absorbed. This type of laxative helps your stool absorb more water and pass more easily, taking effect within two or three days. These require a great deal of water to be effective, and to avoid gas and cramps.  The elderly, people with diabetes, and people with heart or kidney issues should be monitored regularly for electrolyte imbalance and dehydration while taking this drug.  Saline laxatives are one type of osmotic laxative. Stool softeners (emollients) such as docusate sodium are usually prescribed after childbirth or surgery, or for patients who...

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Проконсультируйтесь с врачом, если у вас есть риск осложнений. Начните с приема увеличивающего объём кишечных масс слабительного. Чтобы облегчить свое состояние и опорожнить кишечник как можно скорее, используйте смазывающие слабительные средства. Для общего облегчения попробуйте принимать осмотические средства. Для непродолжительного лечения используйте размягчители стула. В серьезных случаях принимайте стимулирующее слабительное средство. Обратитесь к врачу, чтобы он выписал вам подходящее лекарство.


Article in English: It's generally best to break up in person, if you can, so that your partner can get the closure that he or she needs. Show respect for the time and energy that you have both poured into this relationship.  This can be one of the hardest parts about ending a long-distance relationship. You may feel obligated to break up in person, but you have trained yourself to make the most of your time together. These visits can become a sort of fantasy--a vacation from everyday life--and it is difficult to break the pattern. If you have plans to visit your partner soon, then take advantage of this visit. If you don't have anything planned, then consider going to visit them as soon as you can. You don't need to make up a reason, but it also may not be wise to inform your partner that you are coming to break up with them. Just go. If you are holding on to any of your partner's possessions--say, his sweater, or her favorite book--this is a perfect opportunity to return them. Bring these things with you when you go. Try to break up while you're visiting their town, rather than while they are visiting yours. This will make it easier for you to leave. The troubles of everyday relationship life may fade into the background of a vacation, and you may find it more difficult to initiate the break-up. Once you return to your daily life, you may find that the same frustrations rise to the surface one again. If you do break up with someone while on vacation, you may find yourself trapped in close proximity with an upset ex-partner for the duration of your stay. Try not to initiate the break-up in a public place with a high concentration of people, such as a restaurant, a coffee shop, or a bar. This may make the situation more intense.  Make sure that you can easily leave the space after you complete the break-up. Try not to leave any of your possessions in your soon-to-be-ex's home, where it may be awkward to retrieve them. Consider initiating the break-up in a neutral, low-density public space, like a city park. Get it over with....

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Постарайтесь сказать о расставании лично. Не откладывайте разговор о расставании до отпуска или долгой поездки. Не устраивайте сцену. Начните разговор. Будьте тверды в своих намерениях. Помогите партнеру обрести чувство завершенности.


Article in English: It's good to know how to do things in the typical ways, especially so then you can subvert that thinking. By doing things in a way other people don't expect you'll demonstrate that you can think on your feet. That is one way people seem to judge cleverness.  For example: if your professor gives you an essay assignment, ask them if you could do a creative option. Demonstrate how your option fulfills the requirements while going above and beyond. (If you're taking a class on short stories, ask if you could try your hand at writing a short story of your own using what you've learned in class, and write a follow-up piece examining your own work.) This is also about doing the unexpected. If you always go by the rules or do things exactly as you learned them it doesn't mean you're not smart, it simply means that people aren't going to see you as clever. So, don't rely on your particular intelligence and typical ways of doing things. This step ties into not always going by the book, because a lot times you'll need to think outside the box to do that. To be clever you will need to come up with creative solutions to problems.  Re-conceptualize the problem. One thing that people who use creative solutions do effectively, is to re-imagine a problem. To practice this skill, take an obvious choice (like writing a plain old essay) and re-imagine how else you might approach the essay so that you still get the same information across, but in a different, more engaging way (telling a story orally, creating a collage or painting).  Daydream. It turns out that daydreaming is actually incredibly beneficial to boosting creative problem-solving. The process of daydreaming helps you to form connections and recall information. This is why a lot of your best ideas may come out during the shower or right before you go to bed. If you're having difficulty with something, take a little time out to daydream. Chances are, by relaxing and letting your brain roam free, you'll come up with something creative that works.  Brainstorming is...

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Не всегда руководствуйтесь книгой. Мыслите нестандартно. Рассмотрите самое худшее, что может случиться. Установите параметры.


Article in English: It's hard to beat addiction on your own, and a therapist can be a consistent source of accountability and support. Working with a therapist can include discussing emotional triggers, finding coping strategies, preventing relapse, and digging deeper to understand the emotional causes of addiction.  Staying consistent with therapy is important, especially for addressing relapse prevention.  Addiction can coexist or contribute to psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, or bipolar disorder. Together with therapy, prescription medications may treat concurrent psychiatric disorders that contribute to addiction. A medical evaluation can help pinpoint how cigarettes and alcohol have affected your body. Work with a medical professional to help improve your bodily health. They can also offer prescription medication to lower nicotine dependence. Both alcohol and nicotine can seriously harm your body. Be honest with your medical doctor and request tests to assess the health of your liver, heart, kidneys, and lungs. If you fear you cannot quit on your own, consider a recovery facility. An intensive treatment facility can help you address the physical and emotional challenges of addiction and quitting in a supervised and supportive setting. A program can help you decide how to detox and will monitor your physical and emotional state as you come down from alcohol and nicotine. Treatment programs include intense medical and psychological supervision.  Treatment often includes intense individual and group therapy that targets mental health conditions. Medication may be prescribed to treat and monitor psychiatric disorders while in treatment.

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Найдите врача. Пройдите медицинское обследование. Подумайте о лечении в специализированном учреждении.


Article in English: It's hard to get to know someone well in a group. If you want to deepen your bond, spend time alone together. Go somewhere you can have a quiet talk, like a coffee shop or a restaurant in the middle of the day.  If you go to school together, just finding a quiet place to sit, away from other students, can be a great way to have a private conversation. It doesn't have to be a "date," and calling it one can put a lot more pressure on things. Just find an excuse to hang out together and talk. Eventually, your conversation needs to deepen beyond talk of school and bands and movies, if you want to get to know someone better. Ask about her opinions on serious issues. Find about what she thinks about. Talk the real talk.  Stay informed about world events and politics. Ask about her opinions regarding recent elections, or talking points. Find out what she cares about. Ask about her anxieties and fears. What kind of a person is she? What keeps her up at night? What does she want to do with her life? Where does she want to be in ten years? What makes her happy? These are important questions that will be good to talk about down the road, if you want to get to know someone.  If you're in school together, talk about your future in school. Is she hoping to go to college? What will she study? What does she want to be beyond school? If you're beyond school, talk about where you'd like to progress in life? Where do you want to live? Are you satisfied in your job? Do you want a family? Kids? Your job isn't to impress a girl, or "wow" her with your accomplishments. Your job is to be real if you want to get to know someone. Be yourself. Conversation is a give and take. Share deeper feelings and anxieties that you have, if you want to her learn about hers. Open up and put yourself out there.  It's possible to go too far with all the questions and come off as kind of a creep. If you never bring anything to the table, but want to know whether or not she wants kids, it won't seem like a conversation. It'll seem like an...

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Проведите время наедине с этой девушкой. Задавайте более сложные вопросы. Поговорите о будущем. Откройтесь ей. Постарайтесь получше узнать ее семью.


Article in English: It's hard to heal from unrequited love if you're constantly reminding yourself about the other person. Avoid seeking out that song or place that reminds you of the person or a wonderful time you had together.  Memory triggers can be anything, from seeing a picture of that person on your Facebook feed to hearing a song that you associate with a wonderful time that you had with him or her. It can even be a smell (like apple pie, because you one time had an apple pie baking contest with him or her, for example). If you do unexpectedly encounter a trigger, as you probably will, it's best to acknowledge the moment and move on from it. Don't linger over the feeling that it will inevitably bring up. For example: if the song that you associate with them comes on the radio, turn the radio off or change the station. Acknowledge the sadness and regret that comes over you, and turn your attention to something positive or neutral (what you're going to have for dinner, that trip you have coming up). Remember, you're not going to have to avoid these triggers forever. You just want to make the healing as easy as possible and constant reminders make that process more difficult. When you've moved on, the triggers might still recall the other person but it will be less painful. It's best to get the emotional and difficult aspects of the healing process off your chest. If you cling to those emotions, it will make it harder to release them in the long run. Find someone to talk to about what you're feeling and what you're going through.  Make sure that it's someone that you trust. This could mean a friend that you know won't try to speed up your healing. It could mean a family member who lets you call them when you're feeling upset. It could even mean a therapist, especially if this is a long-term love that you're really struggling with or that is tied up with other issues.  You can also journal about your feelings if you don't feel like you can or want to talk to another person. One good thing about journaling these feelings is...

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Избегайте ментальных триггеров. Выговоритесь кому-то. Заручитесь поддержкой окружающих. Не срывайте свое собственное исцеление. Относитесь к ситуации как к возможности лучше узнать себя. Измените  свой ежедневный распорядок. Найдите себя. Выйдите из своей зоны комфорта.


Article in English: It's hard to read quickly if you are distracted or uncomfortable. Reading in a quiet, well-lit environment will help you focus on your book better, and help you remember what you read, so you won't have to take extra time to reread. Turn off the TV, put away the tablet, and silence your phone. Then make sure you have adequate lighting and a comfortable seat to read in.  Some people find that listening to music helps them concentrate, while others find it too distracting. Experiment with both to find what works for you. Instrumental tracks are usually best. Using noise cancelling headphones, and/or listening to a white noise recording can really help you concentrate in a noisy environment. There are many free white noise recordings available online. Your eyes dart around a great deal when you read, and every time they shift focus, and then have to find again the right place in the text, it wastes valuable time. Using either your index finger, or a rule as a pointer can eliminate this problem. Just place your pointer directly under the line of text you are on, and slide it down the page as you progress.  Using a pointer might feel like it's slowing you down at first, but once you get the hang of it, you should notice a drastic improvement in your reading speed. Many people either silently mouth the words they are reading, or imagine the sounds of each word in their head as they read it. This is called “ indirect vocalizing,” and while it is a great way to savor a well-written novel or poem, it makes for slow going. To get through material in a hurry, try to stop spelling. You will be amazed at how much faster you can read.  Try chewing gum to stop spelling. This keeps your mouth busy, and prevents you from reading under your breath. You could also chew on a straw or toothpick, or other nonhazardous item. Humming softly may also help some people stop spelling, but it may distract you more.  Give it a try for a page or two and see if it helps. Get a stopwatch, or use a timer app on your phone, and figure out how...

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Создайте положительную среду для чтения. Воспользуйтесь указателем. Избегайте мысленной речи. Воспользуйтесь таймером, чтобы ускорить себя. Подумайте о том, чтоб походить на занятия по скорочтению или воспользоваться специальными приложениями. Помните, что быстрое чтение – это навык.


Article in English: It's hard to relax right before the tattoo artist starts drawing, but if you can, your experience will be easier. Try taking a few deep breaths, talking to your friend or family member, or even chatting with the tattoo artist. These things will help you relax and quit focusing on what's about to happen. If you're very worried going into your appointment, call ahead of time and ask whether you might be allowed to bring items that help you relax. For instance, you might try bringing an MP3 player to listen to your favorite relaxing tunes during your appointment. Many parlors will give you a good deal of freedom as long as your items don't interfere with the tattoo artist's job. Depending on the size and detail level of your tattoo, you may be in the parlor for up to a few hours. While you'll get breaks to get up and move around, a little bit of preparation can make your appointment much more comfortable. Below are a just a few things you may want to consider:  Have a meal before your appointment. Have a glass or two of water to avoid dehydration and reduce the possibility of fainting. Wear loose, comfortable clothing you won't mind sitting in for a long time. Bring anything you'll need to entertain yourself during your appointment (music player, reading material, etc.) Go to the bathroom before your appointment starts. Tensing your muscles in an area you aren't getting tattooed by squeezing something in your hand or biting down on something can actually reduce pain significantly. In fact, it's a technique that's use to reduce pain for women during labor — and it works quite well. Many tattoo parlors will have something for you to use, but if yours doesn't, consider bringing one of the following:  Stress ball Grip exerciser Protective mouthpiece Gum Soft candy Towel, wooden spoon, etc. Don't bite down if there's nothing soft in your mouth. Simply gritting your teeth can cause dental damage. Even something as simple as controlling your breathing can make getting a tattoo more bearable. Try to exhale when you feel...

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Успокойтесь и расслабьтесь. Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы вам было максимально комфортно. Сожмите что-то в руке или зубами, чтобы облегчить боль. Управляйте дыханием, чтобы уменьшить боль. Двигайтесь как можно меньше, когда испытываете боль. Делайте перерывы. Примите безрецептурное обезболивающее, но не то, что разжижает кровь. Ни в коем случае не употребляйте алкоголь, чтобы притупить боль. Прислушайтесь к советам татуировщика по уходу за вашей татуировкой.


Article in English: It's hard to stick to just about anything if we don't have something to work toward. Whether it's your job, a diet, or a new habit you're trying to develop (or an old habit you're trying to kick), goals can help keep you on the right track. Here are a couple of examples:  Time how many steps you take in one minute. Do this three times a day (any more and you might wear yourself out) and watch your numbers slowly climb up. Match pace to the fastest songs on your playlist, back to back. Use markers to walk quickly towards. See that bench up there? You're going to power walk all the way to it, resisting the urge to slow down. Walks, especially for fitness or weight loss purposes, can feel more effective if you're monitoring your progress and heart rate. A pedometer can show you how many steps you've taken. Believe it or not, it's recommended we each walk 12,000 to 15,000 steps a day.  As for your heart rate, it depends on your level of physical fitness and your age. There are many charts available online; what's your training heart rate?  Increase your workout time 10% each week. If you're walking 30 minutes 4 days a week (a good place to start), move to 33 minutes each session. This is a healthy percentage that won't leave you injured or fatigued. If you don't have a way to electronically measure your progress (like through an app on your phone) and you're not on a track where the laps measure your distance and you can time yourself, start counting your steps. How many can you do in 20 seconds? Then multiply by 3. If you're speeding along at at least 120 steps per minute (40 steps in 20 seconds, or 2 steps a second), that's 3 mph, which is the minimum pace for what's considered fitness walking. However, ideally, you'll be around 4 to 4.5 mph. The faster you go, the more health benefits you'll reap. To get even more out of your walks, stop every 5 or 10 minutes or so to do a few push-ups or some lunges. The extra burst of a work out is akin to interval training, surprising your body, using more muscle groups,...

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Ставьте перед собой цели. Носите с собой пульсометр или шагомер. Следите за шагом. Останавливайтесь так часто, как только можете для выполнения силовых упражнений. Знайте, чтобы получить вознаграждение, вам следует ходить быстрее.


Article in English: It's hard to view eclipses when you're not aware they're happening! One of the best ways of knowing when eclipses will happen is to use the internet and follow updates on reputable sites. In addition, some good astronomy books and periodicals will also keep you updated about forthcoming eclipses. Some of the sites worth keeping an eye on include:  NASA Eclipse website here: this has both solar and lunar eclipse details. See also, NASA eclipse path maps through 2020 and through 2040. Some of your favorite science and astronomy information websites and blogs might update you about upcoming eclipses as they're about to happen. Some weather elements will make it hard to see an eclipse, such as clouds or a storm. If it's clear, you're all set to watch! Use this weather forecast to dress appropriately for the eclipse. If it’s winter and you’ll be watching a lunar eclipse, you’ll want to bundle up to stay warm. If it's your own backyard, you'll already be familiar with it, but if you want to go somewhere with a clearer view, check it out before the eclipse. See what the terrain is like, where you can park your car, whether it's likely to be popular with other people, etc. There are actually some key things to look for when selecting a good eclipse-viewing spot:  View: Choose a spot with a good view of the horizon to enable you to see approaching and departing shadows. Comfort: Are there restrooms, refreshments, shade options, etc? Accessibility: Is it easy to reach, easy to park, easy to walk around, and so forth? Familiarity: Is it likely to attract busloads of tourists? If there is ease of access for buses, bus parking, and you've seen the site getting buzz on Twitter and Facebook, you might want to find somewhere less well-known and therefore less likely to be crowded! If you know someone who has a farm, ranch, or quiet, open property in the vicinity of the eclipse, consider asking them if they mind you turning up to watch the eclipse.

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Выясните, где и когда должны произойти затмения. Ознакомьтесь с прогнозом погоды на время затмения. Заранее посетите то место, в котором вы планируете наблюдать затмение.


Article in English: It's important for the meat and equipment to stay very cold during the entire process of making sausage. If the meat and fat get warm, they will not properly blend, and the resulting sausage will suffer in taste and texture. Clear out your freezer and place the following ingredients and equipment inside:  The pork butt and fat The meat grinder The sausage stuffer Several metal bowls When you begin working with the meat, you have to keep it cold while it's outside the freezer. Set a large metal bowl on your work surface, and fill it halfway with ice. Place a smaller metal bowl on top of the ice and let it get thoroughly cold. The pork and fat must be cut into pieces small enough to fit into the meat grinder before you begin. Remove them from the freezer. Use a sharp knife to slice one to two-inch pieces from the bone, and then cut the fat into similar-sized cubes. Place the meat and fat pieces in the iced bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the kosher salt, curing salt, pepper, marjoram, sugar, and minced garlic. Add the mixture to the meat and work it in with your hands until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and put it in the freezer for 30 minutes.

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Заморозьте мясо и охладите оборудование. Подготовьте охлажденную миску. Порежьте мясо и шпик. Добавьте специи.


Article in English: It's important for your bikini hair to be the ideal length before waxing. Anything under 1⁄4 in (0.64 cm) is too short – there's not enough hair for the wax to grip. Anything over 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) is too long – the wax will grab too much hair and make the process painful.  If your hair is too short, let it grow out for a week or 2. If your hair is too long, trim it down to about 1⁄4 in (0.64 cm) with an electric razor. Waxing can be a little painful, especially if this is your first time! An over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication like ibuprofen can reduce the pain of waxing, as well as minimize post-waxing pain. 400 mg is the standard dose for adults.  Wash the medication down with a full glass of water at least 20 minutes before waxing to give it time to take effect. You can take another 400 mg dose 4 hours later if you're still experiencing pain. Undress from the waist-down and hop in the shower. Apply a mild cleanser to the target area, then follow up with a gentle exfoliating scrub. Rub gently with circular motions, then rinse thoroughly with warm water. Pat the area dry.  Cleansing first reduces the risk of infection.  Exfoliation removes the top layer of dead skin cells and exposes the hair, making it easier for the wax to grip them. Panties will provide a guideline for where to apply the wax and protect your sensitive area from any accidental drips that land in the wrong place. After waxing, the soft panties will be gentle on the skin and reduce irritation. To protect the panties, fold toilet tissue or a soft paper towel around the elastic bands.

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Убедитесь в том, что длина волос в зоне бикини находится в пределах 6–13 мм. Примите дозу ибупрофена за 20–45 минут до восковой депиляции (по желанию). Очистите и отшелушьте кожу в зоне бикини. Наденьте на себя мягкие, удобные трусики.


Article in English: It's important for your students to know that they can trust you as an expert in your field.  When you introduce yourself, tell them how many years you've been working in your field and what you have achieved there. Then they'll know you know your stuff. Tell them how long you've been teaching your course. If you've been teaching the same course twenty times, let them know, so they have a sense that you've created the best course possible. If you're new to the classroom, however, don't let your students know so they don't see you as a pushover. Once the introductions are out of the way, it's important to let your students understand your expectations so they can meet them.  Have a well-organized syllabus that shows them exactly what to expect from every day of the course. Answer any questions they have after you go over it, so you can clear up any confusion. Whether you're teaching children or adults, it's important to have a clear code of conduct, which shows not only your expectations, but the punishments if your students fail to meet them. Common code of conduct rules include showing mutual respect and avoiding disruptive behavior, such as using texting, talking on the phone, or whispering in the back of the classroom. Whether you're giving a quiz or a final exam, it's important to make sure the assignment is fair and useful for your students. They will be better students after all of your hard work, and will thank you for being an understanding teacher and classroom leader.  Have a study guide. Before an exam, tell your students what they can expect to be on it so they don't have any surprises on the day of the test. Provide sample problems. Give your students practice problems so their skills are sharp on the day of the test. To be a good classroom leader, you have to find new ways to introduce boring old material to your students. If you don't mix things up, your students will get bored and distracted and may even lose respect for you.  Bring current events into class discussion. Even if you're not...

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Продемонстрируйте свои знания в определенной сфере. В первый же день учредите свои правила. Справедливо оценивайте успехи учащихся. Будьте креативными. Демонстрируйте ученикам свою заботу о них.


Article in English: It's important in the aftermath of a romantic breakup to keep up the self-care. You may feel too sad or tired to eat right, sleep well, and exercise, but all of these things will help you to recover as quickly as possible. Things like exercise will also give your brain the extra positivity it needs to get through this rough patch, since it produces the happiness chemical serotonin. Enlist the help of friends if you're having a hard time with self-care. Make dinner with people you're close to or go to the gym with someone who is into exercising consistently. Distracting yourself from your pain may seem like a good idea in the moment, but it will only increase the amount of time it takes you to process the breakup. This can make it more difficult not to bring your residual feelings into new relationships and other areas of your life.  Talking it out with a friend can give you a good way of reflecting on your feelings. Make sure it's someone you trust to be sensitive with your emotions and really listen to what you are saying. Avoid using alcohol or other substances to keep your feelings away. In the long run this will only hurt you. Focus on the positive aspects of the breakup. Writing will help you organize your thoughts and begin to process all of the difficult emotions that go along with a breakup. Specifically writing about what went right in the breakup is better for you than just venting.  Was he honest and straightforward when he told you he was into someone else? Did he let you know what was going on before it got serious with the new person? It's important to give yourself time to heal. Straining yourself too hard, like jumping straight into a new relationship, overworking yourself, or just pushing yourself to move on can make the situation worse. Emotional injuries, like physical injuries, require time to fully heal. Give yourself the space to rest and recover. Don't be afraid to say no if friends want you to go out and you don't feel like it. True friends will understand that you need time before you...

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Позаботьтесь о своем теле. Признайте свои чувства. Напишите о своем опыте. Дайте себе время. Не верьте мифу о единственной настоящей родственной душе.


Article in English: It's important that you provide the right size prey to your ball python.  Prey that is either too small or too large will present problems for your snake.  Always make sure that whenever you introduce prey into the cage that it's the correct size.  Prey should be no bigger than the widest part of the snake. Prey that is too large can cause injury to your snake. Prey that is too small may not provide enough nutrition. Snakes need time to be alone and digest their meal after they've eaten.  Disturbing or handling your snake after a meal can cause them to regurgitate that meal.  Always wait at least one full day before handling your ball python after they've eaten. If your snake doesn't eat a prey item, you will need to remove it.  Leaving dead or living prey items in the cage can pose health hazards to your snake.  Always remove old prey items from the cage to best care for your ball python.  Feeding pre-killed items to your snake is safer.  However, these items will decompose and need to be removed if left uneaten. Feeding live prey animals can bring harm to your snake.  Mice or rodents have been known to attack and kill ball pythons. It's important that you stick to a schedule when feeding your ball python.  The regularity will benefit your snake and will allow you to notice if your snake has any changes in its appetite.  Try to follow these basic feeding schedules to best care for your snake's dietary needs:  For adult ball pythons, offer food once every one or two weeks. For young ball pythons, offer food once or twice a week. Appetites may change normally over the year.  Colder months usually result in lowered appetites. Your ball python will also need a place to find water in their enclosure.  Providing water will give your snake a place to relax and enjoy a good soak.  Keep some of these tips in mind when providing water for your ball python:  Young snakes should only have about 1” of water. Make sure the container can't be tipped over. Water temperature should be between 72 and 79 degrees Fahrenheit....

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Найдите добычу подходящего размера. Не прикасайтесь к питону после кормления. Не забывайте убирать оставшуюся пищу. Соблюдайте график кормления. Обеспечьте своего питомца водой.


Article in English: It's important that you rinse the banana corm before planting it to remove any pests that might be on it. Rinsing the corm will also help remove any bacterial or fungal growth. Fill your pot with the soil that you purchased from the gardening store. Use a spade to dig a small hole in the center of your pot about three inches (7.62 cm) deep. You may have to dig a deeper hole to accommodate the size of your corm. Make sure to leave enough space around the corm so that you can plant it deep into your pot. To test this, place your corm in the hole and make sure that the top 20% of the corm sticks out of the hole. This portion of your tree should remain exposed until new leaves start sprouting. Once the corm is planted, fill in the gaps on the side with soil. Take your corm and place it in the hole that you just dug, roots side down. When planting your corm, make sure that it's 3 inches (7.5 cm) from the sides of your pot all around it so that the roots have room to grow. The top 20% of your corm should be exposed until the banana tree starts to grow leaves. When shoots or suckers start to grow from your corm, you can cover the rest of the corm with compost. Water your plant thoroughly with a hose when you first plant it, saturating all of the soil surrounding the corm. Bring your tree outside and allow the water to drain through the drainage holes. After this initial watering, you can use a watering can to keep the soil moist, but not overly wet. Do not put your pot on a saucer because the pool of water can lead to bacteria and rot.

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Как следует вымойте клубнелуковицу слегка теплой водой. Выройте для клубнелуковицы небольшую ямку. Опустите банановую клубнелуковицу в почву и присыпьте корни. Поливайте дерево.


Article in English: It's important that you share your true self with others and not just what you think they want to see. Be brave enough to be who you are without fear of rejection. The right people will be there for you, so trust them to love the real you. Being yourself will allow you to have deeper relationships with those you care about.Don't compartmentalize your life. Be open with the people you care about. when you need it. It can be really hard to let people know that you're having a difficult time and that you might need a hand with things, but you shouldn't have to struggle through things by yourself. By asking for help, someone else may be able to ease your burden.  If you're having a hard time, or even if you just need a hand moving a couch, ask your trusted friends. If they are actually good friends, they will be more than willing to give you a hand. (And if not, well, now you know they aren't that good a friend.) If you are feeling depressed, anxious, or down on life, consider talking to a mental health professional who can help you cope with life’s struggles. Don't hang on to hatred. This is a sure way to be unhappy and constantly upset. If someone does something upsetting to you, ignore it if you can or let them know in a non-confrontational manner. For example, if someone says something mean to you, instead of being mad at them for several days, try to let go of your anger. If you feel as though you must confront them, say something like, “Hey, I was really hurt when you said that I looked like a dog.” Romantic relationships can be incredibly important for many people, but make sure that it's someone who supports you and makes you feel that you are the best version of yourself that you can be. Otherwise, the relationship might cause more stress than happiness.  Don't believe you can change someone. If you feel as though you constantly need to change someone, they aren't right for you. Likewise, if someone acts abusively towards you, you need to get out, even if they say they’ll change. Your romantic partner...

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Не бойтесь показывать свою уязвимость.  Обращайтесь за помощью Не держите обиду на людей. Стройте продуктивные романтические отношения. Участвуйте в жизни общества.  Не сравнивайте себя Учитесь активно слушать людей.


Article in English: It's important that you use water that's very warm, but not too hot! Hot water could kill the yeast. Warm water will wake it up without killing it, which is what you want - that way the yeast will help the bread rise. Use a spoon to stir it all together. The yeast will begin to react with the sugar, and the mixture will become bubbly and foamy. This should happen within just a few minutes.  If 3 minutes have passed and nothing has happened, your yeast might be stale, and you may need to use another batch. You could also try again using water that's a little warmer or cooler, depending on what temperature you initially tried. Five cups will yield two loaves of bread. You can use either all-purpose flour or bread flour. The bread flour might have a bit more height, but all-purpose flour works just fine, too. Pour them one at a time over the flour. Use either a mixture with a dough hook attachment, a hand mixer or a wooden spoon to mix all the ingredients until they come together in a big, sticky ball of dough.

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Налейте в миску воды. Добавьте в воду дрожжи и сахар. Насыпьте муку в большую миску. Добавьте растительное масло, соль и дрожжи. Смешайте тесто.


Article in English: It's important that your dog's splint or cast doesn't get wet. Avoid letting your dog run around in your backyard or the park off leash. Also, make sure you clean up any puddles or spills on your floors so your dog's splint or cast doesn't get dragged through them. If the splint or cast becomes wet, reach out to your vet. They may ask you to bring your dog in so they can replace the splint or cast. It is important that your dog does not lick his wound. A dog's mouth is full of bacteria and licking will likely infect the wound. Talk to your vet about the different options that are available to prevent licking.  There are various neck braces that prevent the dog from turning around to lick its wound. If your dog is not a chewer, a light dressing or an old sweatshirt can provide a barrier between his tongue and the wound. While your dog recovers from the broken bone, you’ll need to restrict their movement to a few five-minute walks a day, or just enough to let them eliminate outside each day. Although it is not absolutely necessary, you might want to keep your dog in a crate during this time, so you don’t have to worry about them injuring themselves when you can’t see them.  Crates are widely available from pet retailers and sold for the purpose of housebreaking puppies. You don't want a crate that is overly roomy. The general rule is to use a crate that the dog can sit upright in without banging its head. After a few weeks and if your veterinarian approves it, you can start to increase physical activity. Keep your dog away from stairs and slippery surfaces. If you let the dog out of its crate, it may run around and injure itself again! If your dog is pawing at you, biting, or reluctant to move about, it could be an indication that they are in pain. There have been advances in the treatment of pain in dogs, so you should ask your veterinarian about the different options available for your dog. Your veterinarian may prescribe a pain medication, which could be a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs), a...

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Следите, чтобы место перелома оставалось сухим, если на лапу наложена шина или гипсовая повязка. Следите, чтобы собака не вылизывала рану. Ограничьте подвижность собаки в течение первых четырех недель после операции. Узнайте у ветеринара насчет обезболивающих средств. Повторно посетите ветеринара через шесть недель или раньше в соответствии с его рекомендациями. Приобретите подстилку из пены с эффектом памяти. Уделяйте собаке повышенное внимание. Дайте собаке кость.


Article in English: It's important that your significant other recognizes your feelings. He or she may be sorry, but that's different from understanding the pain, heartache, and confusion you're going through. Tell your significant other how you really feel, and make sure he or she acknowledges everything that is going through your head. Your significant other should completely understand that he has put you in a terrible position before you can move on. He may be in a tough position too, especially if he had to end an affair, but he should be understanding of your feelings for it to work. Have an honest conversation about what happened is the only way to move forward. You should plan a day and time to sit down with your significant other and to talk about what happened. You may have already shouted or argued about it, but this is different from breaking down what happened in a rational way. Here's what to do:  Ask your significant other what happened. There's no need to get into the nitty-gritty of what exactly happened between him and the other woman. Just get the facts. How many times did they meet, and when did it happen? Ask how he feels about the other woman. Best answer: "I feel absolutely nothing for her." Worst answer: "I don't know." Your significant other should not only say he's attached to the other woman, but he should truly feel nothing for her. You will have to pay attention to see what he's really feeling. Ask him if this has happened before. Though there are arguments against revealing past dalliances or insignificant mistakes to your long-term significant other, since you already know the score, you might as well get as much information as you can so you can make the best decision. Ask how he's feeling about the relationship. Find out why he cheated, and how he feels about being together. Tell him how you feel again. Though you should have already communicated and validated your feelings, you can be firm about how you feel once he tells you his side of the story. Discuss what you can do to make things work....

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Проверьте ваши чувства. Поговорите по душам. Работайте над открытым общением. Работайте над совершенствованием ваших отношений. Не зацикливайтесь на другом мужчине или женщине. Если вы не можете простить партнера, то лучше расстаться.


Article in English: It's important to be aware of the predators in your area so you can take steps towards protecting your goats.  Common goat predators include dogs, coyotes, cougars, and birds such as ravens and vultures. Some of these predators will carry your goats (especially the kids) away, while others will injure them so badly that they will need to be put down. The best way to keep your goats safe is to lock them in a secured building (with no open windows or doors) every night. You should also consider getting a livestock guardian dog to fend off predators 24/7. If you need to deter vultures specifically, the USDA recommends hanging a vulture carcass (which doesn't have to be real) from a tree or post. You should also avoid tethering your goats, as this makes them an easy target for any predators. Leaving them loose in an enclosed space with a high fence is much safer. You will inevitably have to deal with a sick goat at one point or another, so it's important to be able to read the signs:  Some of the most common and visible symptoms of a sick goat are: not eating or drinking, crusty eyes, diarrhea, hot udders, pressing its face against a wall or fence, coughing, crying or calling more than usual, grinding teeth, separating itself from the group, pale eyelids and grey gums. The sooner you call the vet to treat your goat, the greater the chance of restoring the goat to full health. Your goats will also need yearly vaccinations against tetanus and enterotoxemia (an overeating disease) and you will need to watch out for parasites like lice and ticks. In general, goats don't require too much grooming (except for the long haired varieties), but you will need to give them some attention every now and then in order to keep them clean and comfortable.   Brushing and bathing: Goats should be brushed at least once a year (preferably at the start of summer when they're shedding) with a firm-bristled grooming brush. This removes dandruff and loose hair, stimulates blood flow, and gives you a chance to check for any lumps on the...

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Защитите коз от хищников. Научите распознавать признаки заболевания коз. Козы должны быть чистыми и стрижеными.


Article in English: It's important to be your true self.  Be honest about what you like and don't like. Don't try to be fake, or someone that you hate.  Think about what things matter to you. Act and dress in a way that feels comfortable and natural to you. You are a unique and amazing person.  Get yourself some credit, and be proud of who you are and what you've done.  You don't need to shy away from being yourself, and showing others that you are confident. Be positive and surround yourself with other people who are positive. Kindness is key.  While being approachable and friendly may get your crush to notice you, they may be hesitant to be your friend, or let you be close if you're rude, cold, or stand-offish.  Try to overcome your shyness by at least having a short conversation.  Consider compliment your crush. Or talk about something that you both are doing. Consider saying things like, "I like your shirt," or "You play the guitar well." Be presentable by taking care of your body.  Have clean hair and nice clothes. You don't need to get "dressed up" every day, but someone is more likely to talk with you or notice you if you have a nice appearance.  Avoid wearing provocative clothes.  You may be sending the wrong message to more than just your crush. For girls, you don't need a ton of makeup or high fashion clothes.  But having a presentable and healthy appearance is good.  Consider wearing a mild perfume. For guys, avoid looking like you just rolled out of bed.  Make sure to have clean outfits. Consider wearing cologne. Your crush is likely someone you know, but aren't close friends with yet.  Like anyone new, it may lead to something close, or not.  Avoid idealizing your crush.  He or she is still a regular person, just like everyone else.   It takes time to develop a new friendship or relationship.  Your crush will not notice your overnight. Realize that your crush may not intentionally be ignoring you.  If it's a large class, school, or workplace, oftentimes you may not notice someone until you interact with them a few...

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Будьте самим собой. Будьте уверенным в себе человеком. Будьте доступным и добрым. Ухаживайте за своим внешним видом. Прекратите анализировать ситуацию.


Article in English: It's important to choose a doctor whose expertise is suited to your problem. If you don't know any doctors or psychiatrists who prescribe medication for phobias, a good way to start looking is by contacting your family practitioner doctor. She will probably be able to refer you to a trusted colleague.  Realize that medication-based options will not solve the underlying psychological issue that causes acrophobia. But, it can make life much easier by easing your anxiety and allowing you to relax. Consider using alternative and natural medications/treatments. They could include acupuncture, meditation, or essential oils. Be sure to talk to your doctor before trying of these methods. Communication is key if you are seeking medication for your acrophobia. Describing your symptoms as clearly and thoroughly as possible will help your doctor make a decision regarding possible treatment options. Share your symptoms openly with your doctor and let your doctor help you. Not every doctor will be familiar with all of drugs that are available for treatment of acrophobia, so you may want to do your own research on these drugs. Share any concern you may have with your doctor and let your doctor provide useful feedback. Many drugs are reported to have negative side-effects. It's alright if you decide that these outweigh the benefits for you. Here are a few of the most common types of medication that your doctor might prescribe you:  Antidepressants such as SSRIs or SNRIs are drugs that typically act upon and increase the levels of certain neurotransmitters responsible for regulating mood. Benzodiazepines are fast-acting, psychoactive drugs that can be useful for short-term relief of anxiety. While effective in the short-term, benzodiazepines can be habit forming. Beta blockers work by blocking adrenaline. This medication is mainly useful for the relief of the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as trembling or rapid heartbeat. Though the cause of acrophobia isn't entirely understood, research has suggested it may be related to...

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Найдите психиатра или другого врача, которому приходилось выписывать препараты при фобиях в прошлом. Поговорите с врачом откровенно. Изучите информацию о лекарствах. Обратитесь к врачу по поводу лечения расстройств зрения и вестибулярного аппарата. Рассмотрите все возможные варианты лечения.


Article in English: It's important to concentrate on the great qualities that extroverts have: they generally make friends easily, are comfortable in front of and with crowds, and can keep a party going. While it is true that both extroverts and introverts have downsides (some extroverts talk too much and sometimes interrupt others, which can be inappropriate at times), focus on the good.  It is easy to think of extroverts in a negative light -- people think they speak before they think and that they are overly concerned with the superficial. It is not true! Extroverts are just as intuitive and thoughtful as introverts. If you want to become an extrovert, you will have to associate it with positive attributes -- and there are many. The definition of an extrovert is someone that recharges when they're around people. That is all. They are totally capable of deep thought and being good listeners. They generally have good social skills (...generally) and can be quite the go-getters. It's true: some extroverts come off as fake and phony. Think of a car salesman that pressures people into buying their product -- that's the kind of extrovert you don't want to be. And you don't have to be. You can be whatever kind of extrovert you want. Some extroverts are even shy!  What are the qualities of your ideal extrovert? Maybe they feel at ease in groups, maybe they speak up more, maybe they get the party started. Whatever it is, these are things you can accomplish. It's simple habit. Think of a few things and write them down. "Being more extroverted" is a tough goal to hit; "speaking up more" is something a lot more doable. Heads up: research says most of us are ambiverts. It's your standard bell curve. Some people are on one end (introverts), some people are on the opposite end (extroverts), but the vast majority of us lie somewhere in the middle. Even if you're mostly introverted, you have at least a few extroverted characteristics. Even Jung (the famed psychologist) said that no one is only one or the other -- if they were, they'd be in an...

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Цените экстраверсию. Представьте себя «правильным» видом экстравертов. Знайте, что вариантов множество. Знайте, что вы можете чувствовать себя лучше. Поймите, что это может быть очень сложно.


Article in English: It's important to discuss the issue with your partner, as they may not even realize that they always assume you're wrong. You may be inclined to avoid the issue, but that will only continue to drive a wedge between you and your partner. It's best to confront the issue head-on if possible. Plus, if you avoid the problem too long, you may find that you start having bursts of anger at your partner, which puts a strain on your relationship. It can help to take a few moments and think about what you'd actually like to say to your partner. You don't want a typed-out speech, as that will distance you from your partner. However, having a general idea of what you what to say is good, particularly choosing a few phrases that can get your point across without making your partner feel horrible. It can be helpful to give your partner a head's up that you want to have a discussion. That way, your partner won't feel ambushed with what you have to say. Additionally, it gives you both a chance to pick a good time together.  For example, you could say, "I'd like to have a discussion about the way we argue, particularly the way I feel like I always end up being in the wrong. When's a good time for you?" If your situation differs a bit, you could say something like, "I'd like to have a discussion with you about how I feel my opinion is often not valued. When can we talk?" When discussing the problem with your partner, the most effective way to talk about is to use "I" statements. That is, talk about what's wrong starting with "I," focusing on your feelings, rather than starting with "you," which sounds like you're blaming the other person. Using "I" statements is generally more effective at opening a dialogue.  For instance, you might say, "I feel like that most of the time I end up being 'wrong' in an argument or discussion. I get upset because you're insistent that you're correct, and I end up giving up on the issue." Alternatively, you could say, "I feel like you don't respect my opinion or expertise in most situations. It...

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Решайте проблему как можно скорее. Тщательно обдумайте, что хотите сказать. Выберите правильное время для разговора. Выражайтесь предложениями с «я». Выслушайте своего партнера. Оцените реакцию партнера. Работайте над решением. Подумайте о совместной психотерапии.


Article in English: It's important to drink eight to 10 8-ounce glasses of water a day. This keeps the discharge thin and more fluid, making it easier to drain. Avoid drinking alcohol and caffeine, which could dehydrate you. Don't worry if discharge drains down the back of your throat. The acid in your stomach will kill off anything that may be causing the infection. Fill a 1-quart pot with water and boil it for a couple of minutes. Remove the pot from the heat. Steam should be coming off of the pot. Cover your head with a large, clean cotton towel, place your head over the steaming pot and close your eyes. Breathe in through your nose  and out through your mouth for 5 counts and then in and out through your mouth for two counts. Repeat this for 10 minutes or as long as there's steam. Blow your nose after the treatment.  You can do this every two hours or as often as your schedule permits. Keep your face at least 12 inches away from the water. You want the heat to enter your nose and throat, but don't burn yourself. Use one drop of essential oils or 1/2 teaspoon of dried herb for each quart of water (like you have in your facial steam pot, if using). To test any herb or essential oil for sensitivity, steam your face for one minute, then remove yourself and wait 10 minutes. If you don't notice a reaction, reheat the water and repeat the steaming. The following essential oils have either antibacterial, antifungal or antiseptic properties (meaning they can kill bacteria and other microorganisms that can infect the sinuses):  Spearmint or peppermint:  Peppermint or spearmint may be irritating to some. Both peppermint and spearmint contain menthol which has antiseptic and immune-boosting properties.  Thyme  or oregano: These herbs boost the immune system and have antibacterial properties. Both  increase circulation of the blood by opening up blood vessels.  Lavender: This dried plant and oil is soothing and can help with anxiety and depression. It also has antibacterial properties.  Black walnut oil, tea tree oil, oregano oil, and...

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Выпивайте 8–10 стаканов (2–2,5 литра) воды в день. Делайте паровые ванны для лица. Подумайте о том, чтобы добавить в воду эфирные масла. Добавьте в воду специи. Принимайте ванну. Используйте увлажнитель воздуха.


Article in English: It's important to express your feelings as personally as possible so that your partner can get the closure that he or she needs.  Avoid breaking with a text message or using online messaging. These forms of communication are much less personal than a phone call or a video chat, and your partner may not be able to get the closure that he or she needs. If you've been with someone for a long time, it may seem callous and anti-climactic to break up over text. Avoid posting the breakup publicly on social media like Twitter or Facebook. This may come across as passive-aggressive, and your partner may retaliate publicly. Set a time and a medium for the conversation. This will prepare him or her for a serious conversation, and it will give you impetus to actually go through with the break-up.  For example, send a message: "Are you around for a phone call this evening at eight? There's something that I need to talk to you about."  If you have a regularly-scheduled "Skype date" or evening phone call, consider breaking the news during this time. "We need to talk" is near-universal code for "There's something wrong with this relationship." If you prime your partner with these words before the break-up conversation, he or she may go into the call with an inkling of what is to come. If you have been having trouble in your relationship for a while, he or she may even expect it. Get it over with. Say, "I hate to do this over the phone, but I need to say what I feel. This relationship isn't working for me, and I want to break up."  Lay out your reasons for ending the relationship. Be gentle and kind, but do not compromise. Speak honestly and speak from the heart. For example: "I can't handle the distance any more. It's eating me up and splitting me apart inside. You're a wonderful person, and I hope that you find someone who can give you what you need--but I can't be that person."  For example: "I don't see us winding up in the same city within the near future, and I don't want to keep pouring time and energy into something...

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Если вы не можете поговорить о расставании лично, сделайте это по телефону или с помощью видеочата. Скажите партнеру, что вам нужно поговорить. Позвоните партнеру и начните разговор. Будьте тверды в своих намерениях. Помогите партнеру обрести ощущение завершенности. Верните партнеру его вещи, если они остались у вас.


Article in English: It's important to find a trustworthy market with knowledgeable staff.  The fishmonger is person at the store or market who orders, handles and manages all the seafood and the department.  They will be able to provide accurate information on the quality of the seafood, whether it was fresh or frozen, whether it was farmed or wild and how sustainable the fish is.  Try to avoid road-side stands that sell seafood.  You won't be able to tell where or when the seafood was harvested or know the reliability of the individual selling it to you. Also invest some time reading and researching websites like Seafood Health Facts or Fish Watch.  They are reliable, trustworthy sources of information.  They review the safety, sustainability and health of seafood. Many people think that fresh foods are always better; however, many times frozen foods — especially seafood — are sometimes more fresh.  When fish and shellfish are harvested, they are immediately cleaned and frozen on the boat — at the peak of freshness.  Many times, seafood that's labeled as fresh was harvested several days prior, however it should have never been previously frozen.  Ensure you thaw frozen fish properly.  Take frozen items and place them in a sealed container in the bottom of the refrigerator and allow them to defrost overnight. Purchase frozen fish that's packaging is intact and completely frozen solid. At well-stocked grocery stores and markets, there are a large variety of frozen fish and shellfish available.  Your options are far from limited if you choose frozen items. Once you have chosen the store or market where you're going to purchase your seafood, evaluate the quality and freshness of the options available.  Look at the display or counter.  All seafood should be kept at 32 °F (0 °C) and be on ice.  When you're purchasing whole fish like a trout or mackerel, pay attention to the eyes.  They should be bright and clear.  As fish ages, the eyes will get cloudy and sunk in — this will indicate fish that is not fresh. Fish fillets should have...

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Найдите хороший рыбный магазин. Покупайте свежую и замороженную рыбу. Оцените качество рыбы. Выясните, как была выловлена рыба.


Article in English: It's important to get away from all the typical routines in order to foster creativity. The idea of changing it up is a common one amongst successful and creative thinkers. This means that you either create a specific ritual around creativity, or that you simply find a way to take a break.   Take a shower. There is something weirdly conducive about showering, as anyone who's had that amazing idea while stuck in the shower (only to forget it when you finally locate a pen and paper). If you're stuck on an idea, hop in the shower, with a pen and some paper handy and see what comes up.  Go for a walk. Like showering, something about walking fosters creativity. Whether it's taking a walk as a prelude to getting started with your creative project, or as part of the project itself, taking a walk will help get those creative juices flowing. Steve Jobs used to hold walking meetings to brainstorm ideas. Tchaikovsky took several walks around his village before working on his latest creation. Create psychological distance between your normal routine and the time for creativity. Writer Toni Morrison always watched the sun come up in the morning before she would begin writing. She felt that this enabled her to access her creativity. . Throwing out tons of different ideas, especially ideas that might seem slightly off-the-wall can be a great idea to pick out a few really good ideas. Brainstorming helps to open up your thinking so that you aren't stuck in the same old thought patterns.  The brainstorming stage isn't about what is or isn't feasible. Avoid limiting yourself when you're brainstorming. This is the time when all ideas are welcome, no matter how silly or unworkable they sound. If you start limiting yourself during this stage of the thinking game, you aren't going to progress very far. Avoid saying things to yourself during this phase that will shut down creativity rather than encourage it. Catch yourself anytime you say: "That won't work," "We haven't done it that way before," "We can't solve this problem," "We...

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Смените обстановку. Прибегните к мозговому штурму Пересмотрите проблему. Мечтайте. Задайте ключевые параметры. Подумайте о худшем варианте развития событий.


Article in English: It's important to get into the habit of being a good student, and that means good study habits and good class attendance and participation. Getting to class on time and with the proper supplies (books, pencils, homework, etc.) takes self-discipline. Your teachers recognize which students do their best to be in class on time, and do their work on time. Some schools offer a wide selection of options, and other schools only have one choice for lunch. Even if you have to bring your own lunch, it's important to choose a lunch that will fuel your body for the rest of the day. Try to include all five food groups: fruits, veggies, protein, whole grains, and dairy. Don't forget to drink water too! You might not have a lot of time between classes to use the restroom, but you should empty your bladder (and your bowels, if you need to) about once every four hours. Remember, not using the bathroom frequently can cause bladder infections. You could also have an accident if you wait too long to go. You should plan to go at least once during the school day, around lunchtime if possible. At this age, it's common for girls to have occasional fights with their friends. Be sure that your friends are not actually bullying you or pressuring you to do things you don't want to do. Tween girls are growing and changing, and their personalities and interests change, too. It's not uncommon for tween girls to find that friendships they've had since early childhood are no longer a good fit. Instead of fighting or gossiping, find new friends that you are more compatible with.

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Приходите в школу вовремя. Ешьте здоровый обед. Посещайте уборную. Поддерживайте дружеские отношения.


Article in English: It's important to get medical treatment for an ectopic pregnancy right away. The sooner you get treatment, the lower your risks will be of developing severe complications.  Common symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy include missing periods, pain in the low back and abdomen (can be on the right or left side), cramping, abnormal vaginal bleeding. If your ectopic pregnancy ruptures, you may experience symptoms such as severe abdominal pain, shoulder pain, low blood pressure, faintness, and pressure in the rectum. This is an emergency situation that requires immediate medical care. Early symptoms of ectopic pregnancy may be the same as the symptoms of a normal pregnancy, so it's important to see your doctor early to ensure that your pregnancy is developing normally. If you develop an ectopic pregnancy, you will need to either take medication or have surgery to remove the pregnancy. If medication is an option for you, it may be preferable, as it is less likely to cause damage to the fallopian tubes, which can further increase your risk of having another ectopic pregnancy in the future.  Medication is usually only an option if the ectopic pregnancy is detected early. The medication used to stop cell growth is called methotrexate. If methotrexate is used, the patient will be required to follow up regularly for blood tests and close observation, so you must be able to commit to returning for follow up appointments. Methotrexate can cause side effects, including indigestion, diarrhea, and nausea. If you were given methotrexate, use birth control to avoid becoming pregnant again for at least three months. Exposure to methotrexate may harm your unborn child.  Surgery is sometimes the best option, so always listen to your doctor's advice.  Surgery is done laparoscopically (through tiny incisions) and only rarely through a laparotomy (large incision). If you have abdominal pain that does not subside after you are treated for an ectopic pregnancy, tell your doctor about it right away. This may be a sign of an infection, which...

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Обратитесь за помощью при наличии симптомов внематочной беременности. Если это возможно, выбирайте медицинское, а не хирургическое вмешательство. Сообщайте врачу о непроходящей боли в животе. Становитесь на учет на ранних сроках всех будущих беременностей.


Article in English: It's important to get up as soon as your alarm goes off—pressing snooze several times messes up your sleep patterns, and you'll still feel just as tired. If you set your alarm for 7:00 AM but really don't get up until 7:10 after you snoozed the alarm once, go ahead and just set your alarm for 7:10 AM to give yourself those extra minutes of uninterrupted sleep. This will help your eyes adjust to the day while motivating your brain to get up and get moving. Set up a lamp right next to your bed so that you can easily turn it on once you're awake. This will help you avoid hitting the snooze button over and over again, and you'll be forced to get out of bed to turn the alarm off.  Set the alarm on a bookshelf, by the door to your room, or by a window. Make sure the alarm is close enough that you'll still hear it when it goes off. It's much more tempting to stay in bed when the room is dark, so pull open the curtains or adjust the blinds to allow sunlight to come into your room each morning, helping to wake you up. If your room doesn't receive a lot of sunlight, try investing in a natural alarm clock. These mimic the light of a rising sun so that you're gradually awakened naturally. If you have a cup of coffee each morning, programming your coffee maker to start making coffee at a certain time is a great way to get you motivated to get out of bed. Not only will you wake up to the smell of fresh coffee, but you won't have to waste time making it. A main reason why people have trouble getting out of bed in the morning is because they're so cozy and warm under the blankets. By setting out a sweatshirt, robe, or sweater, you don't have to worry about feeling the drafty morning air once you're awake. You can also set out slippers or socks as a good way to keep your feet warm once you're out of bed. While you can always use the clock on your phone, there are lots of apps designed specifically for helping you wake up and get out of bed. Peruse the app store on your phone to find one that suits you. Try an app such as Wake...

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Не разрешайте себе дремать после сигнала будильника! Сразу же, как проснетесь, включите свет. Поставьте будильник в другой конец комнаты —так вам пришлось встать с кровати, чтобы его отключить. Сразу после того, как вы проснулись, откройте жалюзи или занавески. Если у вас есть кофеварочная машина с таймером, настройте таймер так, чтобы кофе был готов к тому времени, как вы проснетесь. Рядом с кроватью положите теплую кофту, халат или свитер. Если у вас нет будильника, попробуйте настроить специальное приложение. Чтобы всегда вовремя просыпаться по утрам, назначайте на утреннее время важные встречи.


Article in English: It's important to have good weapons and armor no matter what you're fighting. Get iron or diamond weapons and armor if you can. By moving frequently in any fight, it makes you more difficult to hit. Try to take on Herobrine in an area that allows you to move easily without too make obstructions. Some potions can be really helpful in taking on Herobrine, regardless of which mod you have. A couple of useful potions include:  Strong strength potions, made using Nether wart, blaze powder, and glowstone dust Negative effect potions in splashable form (to use on Herobrine), such as weakness potions, poisons, or slowness potions. Mob traps come in many different varieties. You'll have to choose one that you can afford, is suitable to the area you're in, and which can affect the version of Herobrine you have. Different mods will have different weaknesses for Herobrine, so you'll have to figure out what traps will affect him. Killing with Bugbites is a great technique for fighting Herobrine. Get up a tree or in another safe location and then chip away at his health. You can also use the bows and arrows while fighting on foot: just keep moving! . Beacons will give you a benefit if you take on Herobrine in that area. When built to maximum strength, you can choose status effects that can help you defeat Herobrine with ease. The best choices would be either strength or resistance. Never take on Herobrine in an area that you don't know well. You need to be able to run around and attack him without worrying about what's around you. You should also always have a plan. Know how you're going to use your environment. Basically, take the fight seriously and you'll already have an advantage.

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Обзаведитесь хорошей броней и оружием. Всегда оставайтесь в движении. Используйте зелья. Используйте ловушки. Используйте лук и стрелы. Создайте маяк. Используйте преимущество знакомой местности.


Article in English: It's important to have your system set up before you start asking for donations. Otherwise, you will just confuse people and end up turning people off of your organization. If possible, have the donation built into your website, so donors can give right there without having to click somewhere else. Sometimes, organizations get too caught up in flowery language, and it isn't clear to donors exactly what you do. Make sure to lay it out in clear, concise language, so donors will be more willing to support your cause.  In addition, make sure your location is prominent. Many people want to give to charities in their community, and if they can't tell where you are or who you support, they may be less likely to give to you. Just like in person, you need to lay out exactly how donations are used in general terms. Anything too complicated will turn donors away. Also, if you ask for more information than you need, that can also turn donors off, as many people are not willing to give out much information online. You can use social media to build relationships online, but not if you sound like a robot. Try to connect with people online by starting with those you know and asking them to encourage friends to join your page. However, don't be afraid to let loose a little. People want to see that there's a real person on the other side of the computer, not just a robot asking for money. Of course, you still want to be professional, but the definition of professionalism is changing as technology changes. For instance, posting a cat video may not be seen as professional by some in older generations, but it does humanize you and help you connect with younger generations. If you have any endorsements from people or organizations outside of yours, it's a good idea to show those prominently on your website. These can include celebrity endorsements, but they can also include endorsements from watchdog organizations. Websites like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe offer a way to crowdsource funds more easily if you don't already...

Summary in Russian:

Подключите систему, позволяющую принимать деньги. Четко опишите, чем вы занимаетесь. Максимально упростите процесс. Пишите понятным живым языком. Показывайте всем, что вас поддерживают другие организации. Не бойтесь пользоваться платформами для сбора средств.


Article in English: It's important to immediately remove any excess water that has collected in the bristles or on the pad of a wooden brush. Moisture can cling and seep into brush bristles, cloth brush pads, and wood causing mold and rot. Using a cloth, gently press between the bristles to reach the surface of the cylinder or pad. Make sure to use adequate pressure to soak up any excess moisture. Once you have absorbed excess moisture, it's important to allow the brush to fully dry before use. Place the bristles facing down on a clean and dry towel and allow to dry overnight. If you need to use your brush right away, use a hair dryer set to its lowest setting to speed the drying process. Go back and forth over the brush a few times to blow out any remaining water drops and to ensure that the hairbrush is now damp rather than soaking wet.

Summary in Russian:

Если у вас расческа с деревянной ручкой или основой, для сушки используйте чистую сухую ткань. Положите свою расческу щетиной вниз на ткань, чтобы она высохла на воздухе. Воспользуйтесь феном, чтобы быстро высушить щетку для волос.


Article in English: It's important to know that routine STD tests do not test for herpes, so you will need to specifically ask for a herpes test. If you're currently experiencing an outbreak, the doctor can conduct a swab test, where a sterile swab is dabbed gently on the sore and sent to a lab for testing. Your doctor can use the culture to test for herpes. Your initial tests might include lab and imaging tests.  If you are not having an outbreak, you will need a blood test. However this test is best administered 3-4 months after exposure to herpes, since it tests for antibodies (your immune system's response to infection).   Usually the diagnosis is through a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) based swab test. A synthetic swab is rubbed vigorously over abnormal skin, placed in a liquid and sent to the lab. Then, using specialized laboratory techniques, the sample is amplified many times to see if the patient has herpes. In some cases you doctor could do a herpes type-specific antibody test. This test uses an antibody to specifically target and determine whether the infection is HSV-1 or HSV-2. 50% of infected individuals usually test positive within 3 weeks after infection. If you've been infected for more than 16 weeks, this test will almost always prove positive. Your doctor may also consider a PCR swab of lesion test. A sterile swab is used to vigorously swab the base of the lesion— applying enough pressure to collect epithelial cells without causing bleeding—and collect vesicular fluid. This is then sent to the lab for diagnosis. If you test positive for herpes, your doctor will prescribe medications help to suppress the virus and its symptoms. Medication also reduces the risk of spreading the herpes simplex virus to others. Start treatment immediately or as soon as possible and take them according to your doctor's directions. Antiviral herpes medications include:  Acyclovir. This is a first-line drug for genital lesions or frequent lesions on the labia from herpes. It can also be used topically to treat inflammation on eyes...

Summary in Russian:

Обратитесь к врачу и сдайте анализы. Лечение симптомов противовирусными препаратами. Узнайте о герпесе больше. Избегайте распространения инфекции.