Article in English: Your dog may be trying to escape from something that is scaring him.  This will usually be in response to something noisy, like a loud car or construction.  It may also be something visual, like a bright light or a person walking by the yard.    If you identify the thing responsible for your dog's fear, and it is possible to do so, remove it. Try to limit exposure to the event that causes a fear based escape.  For instance, bring your dog inside if a loud bell or siren scares him. Watch your dog to see where he likes to hide when scared.  Try to create a similar “safe space” for him in the yard and in the house. Try desensitizing your dog to the fear stimulus.  Starting small and gradually increasing exposure to the stimulus over time can result in the loss of fear to that stimulus.  Talk with your veterinarian or local dog trainer to learn more. At around six months old, dogs will begin to look for mates.  This drive can be quite powerful. Male dogs are more likely to try to escape if they smell a bitch in heat. Unfortunately for the owner of the male dog, they are able to detect the pheromones (chemical messengers) over a distance of mile. Female dogs are less likely to wander due to hormonal reasons. Female dogs come into heat twice a year, and if you own a female dog, your main concern is other dogs getting in, rather than her out!   The best way to prevent this is to have your dog spayed or neutered. Spaying your dog will prevent her from becoming pregnant if she escapes. Your dog may simply miss you.  Separation anxiety is caused when you leave your dog's presence and his attachment to you causes them anxiety.  He may try to escape in an effort to follow you.  If your dog usually escapes right after you leave, there is a good chance separation anxiety is to blame. Act calmly when coming home or leaving.  By showing your dog that your departure and arrival are not something to be excited about, he should learn to relax during these times. Think about giving your dog an over-the-counter medication, or...

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Определите, не убегает ли ваша собака со двора из-за страха. Выясните, не убегает ли ваш питомец с целью найти себе пару. Проследите, не проявляет ли ваш питомец боязнь разлуки. Обустройте свой двор.


Article in English: Your dog may need immediate medical treatment by the vet if he shows signs of shock. Signs include:  Pale skin and gums Abnormal behavior Collapse Weakness Difficulty getting up and walking Reluctance when lifting his head Depressed demeanor After your dog has vomited, reassure him that he’s done nothing wrong. Try to get him to lie down and rest. If he seems cool or is shivering, put a blanket over him and give him plenty of attention and support. Let your dog take it easy. Help him get comfortable on the floor, so that he doesn't have to try getting up and walking around. Dried vomit can cause your dog's hair to get matted, so it is a good idea to clean him up. Only do this once your dog has rested for a bit and stop cleaning if your dog becomes stressed by the bath. You may want to place puppy pads or old towels under his chin and around him, so that if he's sick again he doesn't soil the carpet. Some dogs recognize puppy pads as appropriate places to toilet. This may relieve his anxiety about being unclean if knows he has somewhere to vomit. Keep a close eye on your dog after he has vomited since repeated vomiting needs medical attention. Signs that he may vomit again include retching, or a noise that sounds like he has something stuck in his throat; a stiff or rigid stance; and wandering around aimlessly.

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Проверьте, не находится ли собака в состоянии шока. Обеспечьте собаке уют и тепло. Протрите испачканную шерсть собаки тряпочкой, смоченной в теплой воде. Обратите внимание на появление признаков надвигающейся рвоты.


Article in English: Your dog may not be able to relax because you are doing things that it dislikes. For example, many dogs dislike having their head petted. This is because the hand comes over the head and eyes, which is a threatening gesture in dog language. If your pet shrinks away or its body stiffens when you go to pet its forehead, then consider that it may not like it. Instead, form your hand into a fist and hold it just below the dog's nose level. Let it approach and sniff the hand. If the dog wags its tail, raises its head, pricks its ears forward, or moves closer, these are all good signs you have his permission to pet it. Your dog may sense if you are in a rush to try and calm it down. Instead, work on calming the dog down when you have time to spend with it. A great time to make your dog relax is when you are watching TV in the evening. You can gently pet the dog while watching a favorite program. Remember that dogs have sensitive hearing, so don't have the volume turned up high. Wherever it is, the dog should have open access to this space but should not be forced onto into it. This might be a blanket on the floor or on the sofa beside you. Decide if you have a 'no pets on the furniture' rule or not. Be aware if you invite the dog up onto the coach it will get the message it's OK to jump up, so only choose that option if you don't mind the dog on the furniture. Stroke gently, gliding your hand over its coat, following the direction of the lie of the coat. Do not brush against the lie of the hair or pet roughly, as this is unpleasant and equivalent to having your hair pulled or someone smack your face. Make the movements long and flowing. The dog will appreciate if you use both hands, one following in the trail of the other. Be aware that some areas are more ticklish than others, and dogs feel vulnerable when certain areas, such as the belly, are touched. Work with the area the dog presents to you. Thus if it lies on its side, stroke its flank, rather than pushing the dog onto its back. The dog may interpret this as...

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Выясните, что нравится и что не нравится вашей собаке. Найдите достаточно времени. Убедитесь, что у собаки есть удобное место, где она может полежать. Приласкайте свою собаку. Подберите такой ритм, чтобы собака могла полностью расслабиться. Используйте феромоны, чтобы ваша собака расслабилась. Попробуйте альтернативные техники релаксации.


Article in English: Your dog thinks of your home as her territory, and may feel threatened and defensive if a new animal is suddenly brought in. It can be helpful to begin outside, with the cat in a pen and your dog on a leash.  Start at a distance and gradually approach the pen with your dog. When you get close enough that she notices the cat, stop. Let your dog look at the cat for a few seconds, then say your dog’s name. When she looks at you, click and treat. Repeat this process—let her look at the cat, say her name, and reward her when she looks at you. The idea is for her to associate remaining calm at the sight of the cat with being rewarded. If your dog is too distracted by the sight of the cat to focus, move away from the cat until your dog will reliably look at you every time you say her name. Gradually move closer to the pen, continuing this process as you go. Make sure you give your dog plenty of treats; it’s important that you make good behavior more rewarding than bad behavior. Keep practicing until your dog can do this while standing right next to the cat’s pen. Be patient. The amount of time you will need to spend on this will vary depending on your dog. This is a good option if you are unable to have them meet in a neutral area, or if your cat is distressed by being in a pen outside.  Get the cat set up in a designated room of the house that the dog does not have access to. Put his bed, water and food bowls, scratching post, liter box, and toys in this room. The idea is to create a space that feels safe to him. Give him at least a couple days to acclimate before you begin introducing the dog. Put your dog on a leash and fill your pockets with her favorite treats, as well as a couple treats for your cat. The door to the cat’s room should be open, but blocked by a baby gate. For the first couple days, just practice walking past the door with your dog. Click and treat for a calm demeanor, and throw your cat a treat as well to help it associate the dog’s presence with good things happening. Practice basic obedience...

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Начните знакомить питомцев на нейтральной территории. Перейдите к знакомству животных на территории дома, установив детскую калитку между двумя отдельными комнатами. Используйте для собаки клетку, чтобы отгородить двух питомцев друг от друга во время знакомства.


Article in English: Your dog will inevitably have occasional accidents, even after successfully house training him. Accidents may happen frequently during the training process. It's important to remember that your dog did not mean to have an accident, and that he will eventually learn not to make it a habit. Do NOT yell at your dog or rub his face in the mess when he has an accident. This does not help your dog learn from his mistakes, and it may cause him to become fearful of you. Take accidents in stride and be patient with your pet. Any time you observe your dog urinating in the house, make a startling noise, like clapping your hands or saying "Go outside". Then take your dog outside and praise him if he finishes relieving himself outdoors. Dogs have a keen sense of smell, and may come to associate a former accident spot as an acceptable bathroom location if the smell is not properly cleaned away. This can be especially problematic in younger puppies. Use an enzymatic cleaner to thoroughly remove odors after accidents indoors. If you have a yard, you can use indoor accidents as a training tool. Any time you clean up an indoor accident, take the urine-soaked paper towels outside to the dog's usual bathroom area. Leave the paper towels outside on the ground, using a rock or stick to secure them in place. Once your dog smells his urine on the paper towels, he will firmly associate going to the bathroom with being outside. As soon as your dog learns the lesson and begins relieving himself outside again, you can remove the soiled paper towels. If your dog is having a hard time refraining from relieving himself indoors, it's possible that he's suffering from a medical ailment or emotional problem. Consult your veterinarian to determine whether your dog has any of the following problems:  urinary tract infection (UTI) surface preferences (desire to eliminate waste only on certain types of surfaces or textures)  anxiety/fear of going outdoors  separation anxiety  urine marking of household objects  submissive or excitement urination

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Не наказывайте собаку за случайное справление нужды. Если на ваших глазах собака справляет нужду в неположенном месте, стоит ее прервать. Тщательно убирайтесь после того, как собака помочилась дома. Подумайте, могут ли быть у собаки какие-то проблемы.


Article in English: Your dog's crate should be just large enough for the dog to stand up in, turn around, and lie down comfortably.  One of the reasons that crate-training is effective for housebreaking a dog is that dogs will not eliminate waste where they sleep.  If the crate is too large, the dog may use one end for sleeping, and use the other as a latrine.   If your puppy is still growing, you can buy a crate that will accommodate his adult size, and block off part of it with a divider (sold with some crates) to fill up the extra space. Many humane societies and some veterinarian's offices rent crates, so you can get one that is the appropriate size for your puppy and trade up as the animal grows. If you plan to use the crate for air travel, be sure to choose one that is approved by the FAA or your airline of choice. There are many different kinds of crates you can buy, including wire, plastic, and soft-sided.  Choose the best crate for your dog and circumstances.  Wire crates are the most inexpensive and breathable, and usually come with dividers for walling off part of the crate to accommodate a growing puppy. Plastic crates feel cozier to most dogs, and can usually be used for air travel. However, they aren't the best choice in hot weather as dogs that get hot easily. Soft-sided crates are lightweight and portable, however many dogs can chew their way out of them, and they can be difficult to clean. When you begin crate training, it is best to put the crate in a place where you and your family spend a lot of time during the day, like the kitchen or living room.  Dogs are social animals, and like to feel that they are part of the pack.  It is important not to put the crate in an isolated location, like the basement or garage. The crate should never feel like an isolating punishment for your dog.  You should plan to move the crate to your bedroom at night when training a puppy, so you can take the puppy out when it needs to go to the bathroom. Some dog owners simply set up two crates, one in the living area of their homes,...

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Выберите для питомца клетку подходящего размера. Определитесь с типом клетки. Выберите для клетки подходящее место. Сделайте клетку комфортной для собаки. Продемонстрируйте собаке собственный энтузиазм по отношению к клетке.


Article in English: Your doll can be whatever size you want it to be, but something around 7 inches (18 cm) would be ideal.  You can also use another flat object, such as a book, DVD case, or a plastic lid. The width of the cardboard does not matter too much, but the wider it is, the more yarn it will be able to hold.

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Отрежьте кусок картона такой длины, которая соответствует росту будущей куклы.


Article in English: Your dwarf hamster may bite or nibble on your hands as you tame him. A dwarf hamster will bite if he feels threatened or scared. He may also bite if he’s bored in his cage or not feeling very well. Nibbling is a dwarf hamster’s way of testing and exploring things in its environment. Your dwarf hamster’s bite wouldn’t be enough to cause bleeding, but it could startle you. A nibble would feel lighter than a bite. If your dwarf hamster bites you, blow in his face. This puff of air will be unpleasant to him but won't hurt him. He’ll get the message not to bite you anymore. Even if the bite startles you, do not drop him—the fall could injure him.  Putting some more toys in his cage, such as empty toilet paper or paper towel rolls, can relieve his boredom and possibly stop the biting behavior. If extra toys or blowing in his face are not stopping the biting, take him to your vet for a checkup. Russian dwarf hamsters can be very territorial. If you have a Russian dwarf hamster, he may have a strong reaction to your hand in his cage and try to bite it, especially if he doesn't know you're nearby. Be extra careful when putting your hands in his cage. Your hand will look huge compared to his small body size. He will see your hand as a threat to his territory.

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Научитесь различать агрессивные укусы и безобидное покусывание. Если хомячок укусил вас, необходимо правильно реагировать на нежелательное поведение зверька. Не засовывайте руку в клетку карликового хомячка.


Article in English: Your eating habits probably weren’t the healthiest during your addiction. You’ll see improvements in how you feel when you take better care of yourself. Slowly increase your intake of fruits, vegetables and lean protein like chicken and fish. Drink plenty of water. Consider working with a nutritionist. Some addictions cause injury to the digestive system. You may need a special diet that is gentle on your digestive tract and that helps you absorb nutrients. The nutritionist will help you develop a healthier eating plan based on your specific needs. Regular exercise is not only good for your heart and muscles. It reduces stress and improves your mood. Start slowly. Even 10 minutes a day of walking will make a big difference to your health. Over time, you’ll be able to do more. Work out with a friend. You're less likely to blow off exercise if you have a friend holding you accountable. Plus, it's more fun to walk, bike or go to the gym with a friend. You're more likely to stick with your new healthy habit. Create a soothing bedtime routine like taking a bath and reading a book. Minimize the use of electronics like cell phones, tablets, computers and TV before bed. A few minutes of gentle stretches or yoga can also help you fall asleep. Aim for 6 to 8 hours of sleep each night and try to go to asleep around the same time every night. Get help from your Primary Care Doctor (PCP) if your sleep doesn’t improve. Your doctor can help you develop a plan for getting quality sleep. You could have an underlying medical concern that makes it hard to sleep. You may need prescription sleep medications. Your addiction was the center of your life. Removing the addiction and staying sober means you have to refocus your attention. This is a time for reinvention and discovering new passions. Having a passion helps make life meaningful. Start a hobby. Think about what activities you enjoyed when you were younger. Activities that brought you joy in your youth usually make good hobbies when you’re an adult. Try painting, music,...

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Займитесь своим питанием. Занимайтесь спортом. Улучшите качество сна. Найдите новые хобби. Поставьте перед собой цели в сфере образования и карьеры. Станьте волонтером.


Article in English: Your electric blanket features a control cord that provides power through a wall plug. Whenever you want to clean the blanket, remove this cord from the blanket. Before removal, turn off the blanket and unplug it.  The control cord should never be submerged in water.   Before cleaning the blanket, check to make sure that all of the wire heating elements within the blanket are positioned as they should be, and that none of them have worn through the blanket’s fabric. If the wire heating element has worn through the fabric in any location, or the connection point between the blanket and the control cord is damaged in any way, discontinue use of the blanket. If you have an older electric blanket with a control cord that is not detachable, do not wash it in a washing machine. Instead, carefully hand wash the blanket, taking care not to submerge the control cord. Your electric blanket will come with a user’s manual that includes specific washing instructions.  These instructions may be included on a “product care” label attached to your blanket, a booklet in the blanket’s packaging, or on the packaging itself. Almost always, you’ll be directed to pre-soak the blanket, wash it briefly on a gentle cycle, and rinse.  A brief spin cycle will also likely be recommended. Most manufacturers recommendations will direct you to soak the blanket for anywhere from five to fifteen minutes. In addition to the specific amount of time, they will also recommend different temperatures of water, ranging from cold to warm. If a specific temperature is not mentioned regarding temperature or duration of pre-soak, go with a cold water soak for fifteen minutes. Almost all modern electric blankets can be washed in your washing machine. Most manufacturers do not recommend a full wash cycle, however. In fact, most blankets only need a few minutes’ wash on your machine’s “delicate” or “gentle” cycle.  Use only a small amount of a mild washing detergent. Do not use any other cleaning chemicals. In particular, never bleach your electric...

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Отсоедините сетевой шнур перед стиркой. Соблюдайте рекомендации производителя. Замочите одеяло. Выберите быструю деликатную стирку. Включите полоскание и быстрый отжим. Соблюдайте требования при ручной стирке.


Article in English: Your embouchure is your mouth position and movement through which air flows into the horn's mouthpiece. Using muscle control and air flow through the instrument, you can bend a note up or down to align it into tune more accurately. You can also adjust your lips or tongue to achieve slightly different pitches of the same note. The pitch of your horn changes depending on the placement of your hand in the bell. If you have small hands and a large bell, this can be problematic to cover enough of the bell to achieve good pitch. Similarly, larger-than-norrmal hands can also cause problems. Find a horn with a good fit for you. Test out the placement of your hand to adjust the pitch. More hand coverage will make tone flatter. Less hand coverage will make tone sharper. You can also use a tuning sleeve, which is like a cork or a bit of extra hand coverage. This will provide consistent and even coverage of the bell, which can help with pitch changes. Mouthpieces are available in various cup sizes and shapes, and various rim widths, sizes and shapes. Selecting a different mouthpiece may enable you to reach new sounds or play with better tonal quality. If you have a mouth that is smaller or larger than average, this can impact how you play and you should adjust your mouthpiece accordingly. You can also pull out or push in the mouthpiece slightly to adjust the pitch. Learning more about the horn, practicing consistently and often, and listening to others play the horn will give you a good sense of what sounds right. Practice with an electronic tuner to see how accurately your ear hears a note's pitch. Play an open note without looking at the tuner and make adjustments to get the note into tune. Then check with the electronic tuner to see how close you are to the accurate pitch. Make an adjustment to align with the tuner and listen to how that note sounds. This will help you stay in pitch more so than if you play solo.  You can adjust your tone to match your fellow players. You can also hide an out-of-tune note a little...

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Измените положение рупора. Передвиньте правую руку к раструбу. Смените мундштук. Чаще практикуйтесь, чтобы найти самое удобное положение. Играйте в ансамбле.


Article in English: Your emotional experience is broken down into three elements: body language and behaviors, visceral reactions, and thoughts. Sometimes, you may clearly feel one emotion, while, at other times, you may experience a spectrum of emotions. Consider some common emotions with their three associated elements to determine how you're feeling right now.   Anger may be characterized by clenched fists, flaring nostrils, pounding heartbeat, sweating, and jumping to conclusions with thoughts.  Confusion may include scratching one's head or cheek, blinking rapidly, rising body heat, and racing thoughts.  Disappointment may be exhibited by a heavy sigh, lowering one's head, sudden onset of nausea, a heart that seems to be shrinking, and thoughts of dread or hopelessness.  Fear may be associated with pressing one's elbows into the sides, shaking, hypersensitivity to touch and sound, and mentally having the desire to run or hide.  Jealousy may be characterized criticizing the rival, sneering, burning sensation in the chest, and rash decision-making.  Sadness may include wincing, a trembling chin, soreness in the the throat, the world seeming to slow down, and wanting to be alone. If you are experiencing strong emotions, you need to figure out the stimulus that caused these feelings. This is especially true if you find yourself getting upset often. Think back over the last few hours or days. Consider the people you have talked to and the topics of the conversations you have had. It could be that a certain person caused you to feel strongly, or a specific topic set you off. Possible people/topics that may evoke strong emotions include family, friends, relationships, work, money, criticisms, and broken promises. Once you target which person/people or topic is the stimulus, write down your feelings about this person or topic. Write out these emotions as "I am angry because..." or "I am disappointed because..." This exercise can give you some insight into what's driving your emotions. You may not have even been aware of these...

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Разберитесь, что именно вы чувствуете. Точно выявите ситуации, которые вызывают у вас всплеск эмоций. Осознайте свои мысли по поводу ситуации. Выясните, соответствуют ли ваши мысли действительности. Выработайте адаптивно-заместительное поведение.


Article in English: Your employees spend a large chunk of their lives working in their office, so you should try to make the office look as friendly and appealing as possible. If you create a friendly and comfortable atmosphere for your employees, then they will be more eager to go to work every day. Here's how to do it:<   Create a space that isn't too cramped. Do your employees feel like they have room to walk around and breathe, or like they're crammed in like sardines? The more free they feel to move around, the happier they'll feel.  Make sure the temperature in the office isn't set to be too hot or too cold. Your employees won't be motivated if they're freezing or so hot that they can't focus. Create a pleasant ambience through lighting. Though you may not be able to help it if your office has harsh fluorescent lights, you could make a big difference by putting up a few lower-wattage bulbs that are easier on the eye. Make sure your employees have lots of natural light and position them next to windows whenever you can. They will be less likely to feel stifled if they are near light and fresh air. If your environment is more casual, you can set up more relaxing furniture around the office and tell your employees that they could work there from time to time as well, if they don't have to be rooted to their desks. Your employees will spend a lot of time staring at your walls, so this is a great place to catch their attention and motivate them into doing better work. Here are a few things you can put on your walls:  Put up a bulletin board where people can post pictures, birthday cards, and any relevant personal information that they want to share with their coworkers. This will make people feel more relaxed and comfortable, and they may even smile when they peek at the board.  Recognize outstanding employees. Though you don't have to post the "employee of the month" on your wall, you can post a small notice or write a person's achievements on a whiteboard for the whole office to see.  If your company is going strong, put up...

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Создайте приятную рабочую атмосферу. Выжмите максимум из стен. Используйте еду как стимул. Никакого дресс-кода!


Article in English: Your essay should clearly define your argument and provide supporting examples. When you read your essay again, make sure it doesn’t read as confusing or contradict what you’re trying to argue. Have a peer or parent read through your essay to see if they understand what point you’re trying to make. Look over your transitional statements and make sure your body paragraphs make sense leading into one another. On a sentence level, make sure your thoughts are cohesive and each sentence influences what you say in the next one. This helps a reader follow your train of thought better. For example, if your essay discusses the history of an event, make sure your sentences flow in a chronological way in the order the events happened. Make sure each of your sentences supports your thesis or your topic sentences. If you have any contradictions or information that doesn’t defend your argument, consider cutting it from your essay or finding a way to tie it into your main focus. If you cut parts out of your essay, make sure to reread it to see if it affects the flow of how it reads. Once you’ve edited your essay for content, look for sentence-level errors such as punctuation, word choice, and spelling. Read your essay out loud to hear any mistakes you may have glossed over.

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Убедитесь в четкости и убедительности ваших доводов. Проверьте плавность переходов между абзацами. Перепишите или удалите отрывки, в которых вы отошли от темы. Убедитесь в отсутствии пунктуационных и орфографических ошибок.


Article in English: Your essay shouldn’t just be a summary of things that you did. Think about how you felt while doing those things, who you interacted with, or what you thought during that time. This will make your essay much more meaningful. Instead of saying that you worked in a pet store, ate a PB&J sandwich, and walked home every day, talk about more than just your actions. You could talk about which pets are your favorites to work with, how it felt to eat the same sandwich every day, or what you thought about on your walk home. As the saying goes — show, don’t tell. Instead of simply stating things that happened, use your 5 senses to make your writing more interesting. Describe how things tasted, sounds you heard, what things looked like, and so on. Using sensory details like these will help your readers visualize and engage with your writing. These help your audience make your experiences feel real to them, even though they weren't there. Instead of saying broad statements about things you did over summer vacation, give as many details as possible. Being specific will allow your reader to picture in their head what it is you’re talking about, and it takes your writing to the next level. For example, instead of saying “I went to the beach this summer,” try saying “I spent my summer swimming in the frigid water at Virginia Beach.” The more details you can provide, the more engaged your reader will be. Choosing words that describe what you’re talking about in a detailed way will make your essay even better. Avoid boring adjectives such as “good” or “really” and replace them with better descriptive ones. Instead of saying “the burger was really good,” you could say, “the burger was juicy and filling.” Once you think you’ve finished your essay, put it away for a little while — this could be a couple hours or a few days — before starting to revise it. Make sure it flows smoothly and the wording makes sense. Check for grammar and spelling mistakes, rereading it thoroughly.  Don't just rely on spellcheck. It will help catch some...

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Сосредоточьтесь на своих чувствах, взаимодействиях и мыслях. Задействуйте пять органов чувств, чтобы описать воспоминания. Опишите, что вы делали в каждом месте, где были. Выбирайте четкие качественные прилагательные. Внимательно перечитайте и отредактируйте сочинение.


Article in English: Your ex will probably find reasons to contact you if they’re still interested. Check how often they call, text, or talk to you in person. Similarly, consider if they start the conversation back up after it has ended. This might be a sign they like you. For example, your ex might text you to ask questions they probably know the answer to. They might ask, “Do we have an assignment due tomorrow?” “Do you know if Candy’s party is still on Saturday?” or “I hope it’s okay that we’re both going to mini golf tomorrow.” If they start telling happy stories about your relationship, it means they’re thinking about good times. This is a sign that they might still like you. Listen when your ex starts talking about old times to see if they’re focusing on the good parts of your relationship. They might say, “Remember that time we had a candlelight picnic under the stars. That was such a good night,” or “I still remember how much we laughed at the improv theater. We had such good times together.” When you’re feeling upset, it’s natural for a person who cares about you to make sure you’re okay. Notice if your ex always seems to be there for you when you need someone. Additionally, consider if they’re willing to listen to you talk about your problems.  As an example, let’s say you post on social media that your relative is in the hospital. Your ex might immediately text, “Are you okay?” Keep in mind that this might not mean they like you in a romantic way. They might check up on you because they still care about you as a friend. Typically, you go to someone you trust when you need advice. Consider how often your ex relies on you for advice about their problems. If your ex consistently comes to you, this means they probably still feel close to you. It might even mean they still like you. For example, they might tell you about problems they’re having at work or school. Then, they might ask what you think they should do. Bringing up their mistakes means that they’re thinking about what they could have done differently. This may...

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Отслеживайте, как часто бывший партнер звонит или пишет вам. Обратите внимание, ностальгирует ли он по некоторым моментам в отношениях. Связывается ли он с вами, когда вы проходите через трудные времена? Обращается ли он к вам за советом? Заводит ли он разговор о своих прошлых ошибках?


Article in English: Your ex will probably try to find reasons to be around you if they’re still interested. They might pop up at your job, hang out at your favorite places, and attend events they know you enjoy. Track how often you see your ex to figure out if they might be trying to run into you. If you and your ex both like the same local coffee shop, they might not be there to see you. However, if your ex never had an interest in art before your breakup but shows up at every art opening, they’re probably coming in the hopes of running into you. If you’re still following them on social media, scroll through their recent postings to see what’s going on in their life. Notice if they seem happy or sad. Additionally, see if they appear to have moved on or might be stuck in the past. For instance, a post like, “Really miss the good times I used to have with a certain someone” or "The last few days have been hard" might mean they’re thinking about you. On the other hand, if they’re posting pics of them with a new partner, they might be moving on. It’s normal for your ex to occasionally react to 1 of your posts. However, your ex might still be interested if they’re liking most of your posts or going back to like old posts. Track how often they interact with your social media account to see if they might still care about you.  For instance, it might not mean anything if your ex likes a post about you getting a new car. However, they probably still like you if they like every photo you post of yourself. If your ex likes old photos of you together, it’s very likely that they still like you. When you run into your ex, watch their reaction to see if it’s positive, neutral, or negative. Look at their facial expressions and their body language to help you figure out how they feel.  For instance, let’s say your ex smiles really big and comes over to say, “Hi! How’s it going?” This might be a sign they still like you. If they give you a slight wave and say, “Oh, hey,” they might feel neutral toward you. In this case, they might just want to...

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Не кажется ли вам, что бывший партнер всегда находится рядом? Что он публикует в социальных сетях? Ставит ли он отметки «мне нравится» под вашими фотографиями и постами в социальных сетях? Как он реагирует, когда видит вас? Часто ли бывший партнер касается вас? Готов ли он оказать вам услугу? Хранит ли он у себя какие-нибудь ваши вещи? Выясните, ходит ли он на свидания или встречается с кем-либо.


Article in English: Your experience level, which is the green number near the bottom of your screen, must be at least one in order for you to craft a custom name tag. It will make a loud "clank" noise when you do so. To do so, open your inventory and move the tag to your character's hotbar, then select it. The tag will appear in your character's hand. This will open the anvil's crafting window with your name tag in place. You'll do this in the "Name" field at the top of the anvil's window. On console editions, you'll first have to select the "Name" field and press A or X'. Doing so will place it in your inventory. Once you see it in your hand, you're ready to assign a name to a mob. On console editions of Minecraft, you can simply select the tag and press Y or Δ. You'll want to take care whilst naming a hostile mob (e.g., a zombie), but naming animals like sheep or cows is a harmless task. As long as the name tag is in your hand, doing so will place a text box with your name tag's phrase in it above the mob's head. You can repeat this process for as many mobs as you like, since your current name tag has unlimited uses.

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Убедитесь, что у вас первый уровень. Положите наковальню на землю. Положите на наковальню бирку. Выберите наковальню. Введите имя, которое хотите добавить на бирку. Выберите бирку с именем. Прикрепите бирку с именем. Найдите животное или монстра. Встаньте лицом к мобу и нажмите левую кнопку мыши.


Article in English: Your external hard drive's cable should be connected firmly to both your computer and the external hard drive, and the external hard drive should be in a position where it doesn't create any tension on the cable. Click the Apple logo in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear. It's in the drop-down menu. Your Mac will begin to restart. Once your Mac's screen goes black, you can start holding down the ⌥ Option key. You'll do this until the Startup Manager window opens. This window, which will appear in the middle of the screen, will have a list of your available boot locations. Click your external drive's name in the Startup Manager window. Click the upward-facing arrow below the external drive. Doing so will prompt your Mac to begin booting from the external hard drive. Once your external hard drive is selected as the boot location, your boot program or service will open; follow the on-screen prompts to open, install, or set up the program or service.  For example, if you're installing Linux, you'll be asked to select a language and country, enter your user information, and so on. If you already have an operating system installed and set up on the external hard drive, confirming your hard drive selection will open the operating system.

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Подключите внешний жесткий диск к компьютеру. Откройте меню Apple. Щелкните по Перезагрузка. Нажмите Перезагрузить, когда появится запрос. Дождитесь, когда экран погаснет. Удерживайте клавишу ⌥ Option до тех пор, пока не откроется окно Менеджера загрузки. Отпустите клавишу, когда откроется окно Менеджера загрузки. Выберите внешний жесткий диск. Подтвердите свой выбор. Следуйте инструкциям на экране.


Article in English: Your eyeglasses should work with your facial features, rather than against them. If you are proud of a certain facial feature, such as your blue eyes or your strong cheekbones, look for frames that show off this facial feature. For example, you may choose blue frames to match your blue eyes, or you may look for red frames to match your red eyebrow hair. Or, you can play with contrasting color. You could match purple frames with green eyes. Your skin tone should also complement your frames, as eyewear that works with your coloring will often look better on you. Your skin tone has been proven to be more of a deciding factor for eyeglass frames than your eye color or your hair color.  If you have a cool skin tone, go for frames that are silver, black, pink, purple, blue, mauve, gray, and dark tortoise. These frames will not wash out your complexion. If you have a warm skin tone, look for frames that are light tortoise, gold or honey, beige, olive green, and brown shades. Avoid pastels and white and black frames. Give your face more dimension by making sure your eyebrows fit with the look of your frames. If you have thick, bold frames in a bright color, you may want to keep your eyebrows simple and neutral so they do not compete with your glasses. You may do very light eyebrow maintenance, like plucking stray hairs, and brushing your eyebrows out to keep them simple and clean. If you have plain frames or rimless frames, you may want to play up your eyebrows and draw more attention to your eyes. Use an eyebrow pencil to lightly fill in your eyebrows, following the natural arch of your eyebrows.

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Постарайтесь выделить самые лучшие черты своего лица. Выберите такой цвет оправы, который подойдет к тону вашей кожи. Сбалансируйте внешний вид бровей в соответствии с используемой оправой.


Article in English: Your eyes may be bigger than your stomach, so consider how much you would like to eat before glancing at the options. Decide how many times you will permit yourself to visit the buffet. Craft a plan and commit to it before hopping in line. Perhaps you will allow yourself to have a small starter, one healthy plate, and a small dessert, or perhaps you would like to have two moderately sized plates for dinner. When you begin to fill up your plate at a buffet, imagine that the plate is divided into four sections. This will help you visualize what a healthy meal should look like. One half of your plate should be reserved for vegetables and fruits, one quarter of the plate should contain a lean protein, and the last quadrant is reserved for whole grains. Focus on filling about half or even three-fourths of these quadrants with vegetables and fruits. Try to fill up on low-calorie, nutrient-rich vegetables and fruits to control your calorie intake while fueling your body. Scan the buffet and look for healthy, lean proteins such as fish, turkey, or chicken. Plan to limit your red meat intake, and avoid processed meats, bacon, and cold cuts. To control your portion sizes, grab a piece of protein that is similar in size to a stacked deck of cards. This should fill about one quadrant of your plate. Look for whole grains like quinoa, whole wheat pasta, or brown rice to fill up the last quadrant of your plate. Avoid processed grains like white rice, white pasta, and white bread. This should fill up the last quadrant of your plate, and should be similar to the size of a hockey puck. Looking at all the delicious food on a buffet may make you very hungry and eager to get back to the table to chow down, but be careful not to eat too quickly. Once you have satisfied your hunger, it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to pick up the signal. When you eat slowly, you are giving your brain time to catch up with your stomach to tell you that you are full. Eating slowly can help you consume fewer calories and prevent you from...

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Заранее решите, сколько вы планируете съесть. Разделите тарелку на воображаемые четверти. Выберите овощи и фрукты. Определите порции белков. Выбирайте разнообразные цельнозерновые гарниры. Ешьте медленно, чтобы не переедать.


Article in English: Your face can reveal a lot about your feelings, and it's easy to look nervous during a tense situation. Pay attention to the muscles on your face and, if you feel them tensing up, make an effort to relax them. You want to avoid looking scared in a fight, as this can egg your aggressor on.  Pay attention to your forehead. If you notice your eyebrows creeping up during a grimace, try to lower them. Focus on your facial muscles. If you feel your face twitching at all, this can come off as nervous. Work on relaxing your face, keeping the muscles still. How you hold your body can convey confidence or fear. Avoid slouching or crouching downward, as this looks like a sign of defeat or fear. Stand tall throughout a fight to show you will not be intimidated.  Make sure your back is straight and watch your shoulders. They may lurch forward when you're nervous. You want them to be behind your back. Don't cross your arms at any point. This is a defensive motion and will make you appear vulnerable. Keep your fists by your face so that you can easily block any attacks. Your arms will protect your neck and chest. This will not only make you appear confident, it will help you keep your balance when fighting. Falling during a fight can cause serious injury, so keep yourself in the boxer stance throughout the fight.  Bend your knees, keeping one leg forward slightly. Spread your feet out until your feet are roughly the same width as your shoulders. Eye contact can convey confidence. However, you want to be watching your opponent's movements as well. Make eye contact throughout the fight when you have a dull moment to show your opponent you are not afraid.  Keep your fists in front of your face, just below the eyes. This will place them close enough that you can quickly block any attacks aimed at them.  You don't want to keep your fists right in front of your eyes as this can obscure your vision. You still need a clear view.

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Следите за мышцами своего лица. Следите за верхней частью тела. Примите боксерскую стойку. Поддерживайте зрительный контакт, так как он передает уверенность в себе.


Article in English: Your face will be the first thing employers see, so you should look professional, approachable, and fresh. Here are some tips to having a fresh face:  Wear nice and subtle eye makeup. Wear dark eyeliner, subtle eye shadow, and black mascara to show your employers that you spend time on your appearance. Wear a subtle shade of lipstick. Avoid wearing too much makeup. Wear just enough makeup to make a pleasant impression, but avoid hot pink lipstick, globs of blush, or bright green eye shadow. You should look like you're going to work, not hitting up the clubs. The perfect top is an important part of your outfit. Don't overlook the effect that the right or wrong top can have on your chances of getting hired. Here are some tips for having the right look above your waist:  For a professional environment, wear a suit top or a coordinated blouse. Your top should be blue or black. For a business casual or even a casual environment, wear a nice sweater or cardigan.  Do not show cleavage. Unless you're applying for a job where your looks are obviously an important factor, minimize the cleavage as much as possible. Your employers will be too busy staring at your chest to listen to what you have to say, and you will just look silly and tacky. Even if you're applying to work in casual environment, your assets will not be an asset.  Do not wear a see-through shirt. Your potential employers are not interested in getting a peek at your belly button, bra, or chest. Even your bra straps should be covered at all times. It should nicely match your top and should be clean, ironed, and tasteful. Here are some tips:  For a professional environment, wear a matching suit bottom or skirt. For a business casual or casual environment, a cotton or khaki skirt will be acceptable. No matter what material your skirt is made up, it should be long enough for you to sit comfortably and cover yourself. Avoid awkwardly pulling down your skirt during the interview. If you wear a slip under your skirt make sure it won't show. Wear neutral...

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Ваше лицо должно выглядеть свежим. Выберите подходящий верх. У вас должна быть соответствующая юбка или брюки. Наденьте красивые туфли. Выбирайте правильные аксессуары.


Article in English: Your face will be the first thing people see and it can go a long way in showing people just how cute you really are. If you want to be cute, you should make sure to wash your face and hair as often as you need to, and to always look clean and have a healthy glow. Here are some other things you can do:  Wear minimal makeup. While a little bit of eyeshadow or pink lipstick can help you look cute, you should focus on having a natural appearance. Decide carefully how much or how little makeup you think is appropriate.   Have soft, natural-looking hair. Your hair will look cute if you don't straighten it too much or douse it in oily products. Let your hair dry naturally and fall at your shoulders, or wear it in two loose ponytails. Wear just a tiny bit of blush. This will make you look even cuter when you blush for real. You don't need an entire wardrobe makeover to look cute. Having just a few key cute items and wearing them the right way can help you put together your cute appearance. Here are some tips for wearing cute clothes:  Wear a lot of pastel colors. A light purple, pink, or shade of blue can give you a softer and cuter look. Wear cute skirts instead of pants - you'll look and feel much nicer and more feminine. Don't wear high heels. Instead, wear cute clogs or sandals. Paint your toes a cute color. Have a cute cardigan to wear over a white tank top. Dress comfortably. Cute people should never look uncomfortable in their clothes. Wear comfortable clothes that fit your style. Don't dress provocatively. Showing your shoulders or calves off is one thing, but wearing clothes that are too tight and showcase too much of your body will give people the wrong impression. Exposing your bra straps, showing too much cleavage, or wearing skirts that are too short or tight is not cute.  Dressing inappropriately can seem like you have low self-esteem, or are looking for the wrong kind of attention. Cute body language can help you project your cute look. The trick is to not be too forward, but to move in ways that are...

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Будьте милы на вид. Носите милую одежду. Работайте над языком тела — он должен быть милым.


Article in English: Your facial hair will need to be about an inch long to sport full sideburns. If you want bushier sideburns, then you may need to grow your hair even longer. Everyone's facial hair grows at a different pace, so it may take longer for yours to grow to the right length for sideburns.  Try growing your hair into a beard first to get the length and then you can shave the facial hair into sideburns later. If you just want short, stubble length sideburns, then you might be able to get these within a few days to a week. Grow your facial hair until it reaches the length that you desire. Keep in mind that if you are young, such as in your teens or twenties, then it might take even longer to grow your facial hair. Try to be patient while you wait. Keeping your facial hair and skin moisturized as you let it grow may result in better looking sideburns. Try applying a few drops of beard oil on your facial hair while you are growing it out.  If you don’t have beard oil, then just using a facial moisturizer or a few drops of olive oil may be enough to keep your beard and skin moisturized. Massage the oil into the area where your sideburns will grow in to help promote hair growth there. When your facial hair starts to get long, you will need to start combing it to keep it looking neat. Use a beard comb or a natural bristle brush to groom your facial hair as it grows. Try to comb or brush it once per day. Sideburns are distinct strips of facial hair at the sides of your face hair that connect to the hair on your head. When your facial hair has reached the length that you desire, you can shave off the hair on your chin and off most of your cheeks to create the sideburns.  To get sideburns, shave the hair off of your chin and off of the lower part of your cheek. Then, shave around the hair that extends from the area just about your ear to create a strip. You can make this strip as thin or as thick as you like. Some people even create designs with their sideburns, but this is more advanced, so you might need to see a barber if...

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Отращивайте волосы на лице в течение четырех недель. Наносите масло для бороды, чтобы увлажнить кожу и волосы на лице. Расчесывайте растущие волосы. Когда волосы на лице достаточно отрастут, локально побрейте их, так чтобы получились бакенбарды. Подстригайте бакенбарды и следите за их формой. Регулярно ухаживайте за своими бакенбардами.


Article in English: Your feelings are just as valid as your partner’s. If you are uncomfortable or unhappy with keeping the relationship a secret, understand that you don’t have to stay in it. Don’t sacrifice your happiness for someone else who doesn’t consider your feelings. To get some perspective, talk to a trusted friend about what you are feeling. You might say, “Hey, I wanted to talk with someone about my relationship with Brandy. Will you listen?” Trust is one of the most important factors in a relationship. If you don’t believe that what your partner is saying is the actual truth, then it may be time to move on. Your gut instinct is often right, but make sure to fairly assess the situation in its entirety before making any big decisions.  Be mindful of your own insecurities and fears that may have carried over from previous relationship experiences. Don’t let those affect your current relationship and the decisions you make. Discuss your doubts with your partner. Tell them what your fears and worries are and if they aren’t able to make you feel better with what they say, then this may not be a relationship in which you should stay.  Start the conversation with something like, “I really care about you and I like being with you, but I’m concerned. Can you explain why you want to keep us a secret?” Keeping a relationship a secret may be exciting at first, but over time, it could become a problem. You may not want to keep the charade going, which could lead to you feeling jealous, depressed, lonely, and insecure. Feeling like this in a new relationship usually isn’t a good start. Reach out to a school counselor or another trusted adult to talk about what you’re feeling. Discussing the matter with an impartial third party can help you clarify what you want and decide on what you want to do about it. If you have surveyed your partner's reasoning and decided that you trust them, then the next step is to move forward with love and acceptance. Honor your partner's wishes and know that keeping your relationship private--for the...

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Поймите, что у вас есть выбор. Решите, насколько вы верите в названные причины. Поймите, что необходимость хранить секрет усиливает напряжение. Попытайтесь принять ситуацию.


Article in English: Your feelings of stress are connected to the “fight or flight” response that humans have experienced since our earliest ancestors were running away from sabre-tooth tigers.  Even if modern stressors are not typically so life-threatening, your body responds in a similar fashion. When a potentially dangerous or challenging situation arises, your body releases hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which give you increased energy and focus, among other changes.  In small doses, these changes can help you accomplish tasks more successfully.  If you are stressed too much and too often, however, they can damage your health. How do you explain to someone what it feels like to experience stress — say, when you realize the term paper that you haven't started is due tomorrow?  A pounding heart?  Sweaty palms?  Trouble catching your breath?  An inability to focus, or perhaps instead an extreme focus?  Stress is a unique experience for each person, but there are some common physical symptoms.  The release of hormones in a stress reaction can cause, among other changes:  an increased heart rate and breathing rate; increased blood pressure and metabolism; increased blood flow to major muscle groups (arms and legs, for instance); dilated pupils, enabling you to see more clearly; profuse sweating (to cool the body); and a burst of energy caused by the release of stored glucose (your body's fuel). These changes are natural and beneficial if they enable you to focus on and complete an important task (like that term paper).  Feeling stressed too often, however, can have negative physical consequences. In the short term, after the burst of energy that stress gives you, you may feel more tired or irritable. If you experience too much stress too often, you will begin to notice more significant long-term changes in how you act and feel.  Long-term effects of excessive stress in teens can include: anxiety; depression; insomnia; digestive problems; reduced immune response (more colds and illnesses); constant bad mood; trouble...

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Стресс естественен и неизбежен. Кратковременные симптомы стресса. Долговременные симптомы стресса. Отношения с окружающими. Источники стресса. Проведите “инвентаризацию”.


Article in English: Your feelings won't go away instantly. There will be bad days, when you feel low, and there will be days when you feel more hopeful. But, as cliché as it sounds, time heals. The intense, painful feelings you feel will become dull, and eventually fade. If it has been months and months and you feel no change, you may need a little extra help. If you have tried to move on or ignore your feelings and nothing has changed, you may need to talk to someone. Reach out to a mental health professional or a trusted friend and ask for support. A therapist may be able to give you more coping strategies to deal with your feelings. When you feel ready, you can start looking for someone who is more compatible and returns your feelings. You don't need to rush into anything right away--rebounding is not always a good idea, and can cause someone else pain if you're not up-front about it. Look at your list of positive traits and remind yourself that you're an amazing human being and you deserve love just like anyone else!  When you feel better, you won't feel anxiety or longing when you hear their name.  You will think about them less and less.  You will start to truly see and understand that they were not the right person for you.

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Не торопитесь. Расскажите о своих чувствах. Найдите другого человека.


Article in English: Your female cat will chose a place where she feels safe to give birth. By all means, provide a large cardboard box, turn it on its side and line it with warm, dry bedding–but don't be disappointed if she has other ideas. Instinct tells her to find a quiet concealed spot, such as under a bed, behind a sofa, or inside a kitchen cabinet. To learn more about helping your cat give birth, see this article. The first 48 hours is a crucial time for the mother to bond with her kittens, so try not to disturb her. If she gives birth under your bed, leave her there. Moving the newborn kittens will distress the mother and in the worst scenario could cause her to reject them. Once she is firmly bonded, at around four or five days, if you feel it's necessary to move the kittens, do it then. The mother won't want to leave her kittens for long in the first two weeks of their life. Always put food and water within stretching distance of her nest, and if possible, offer a litter tray in the same room so that she can stay within sight and sound of the kittens. If food is in another room, some mothers chose to starve rather than leave their newborn kittens to find it. She needs the extra calories to make milk for her kittens. Feed her kitten food, which has more calories than adult cat food. Instinct helps the mother to keep the nest clean. The newborn kittens do not urinate or defecate on their own, so the mother has to lick their bottoms before and after feeding to stimulate elimination. This way she keeps the nest clean. Try to disturb the nest as little as possible. If the bedding becomes soiled, wait until Mom hops out for a toilet break herself to take out the dirty bedding and pop in clean. If the mother cat is present, the kittens should nurse from her immediately after the last kitten is born. Newborn kittens will spend most of their time sleeping, waking up to nurse every two to three hours. If they do not appear to be nursing, or one kitten is being pushed away from the mother cat by its siblings, supplement with...

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Выделите для родов спокойное место. Не мешайте кошке во время родов и в первые два дня после родов. Оставьте для кошки еду, воду и лоток с наполнителем. Давайте кошке более калорийную еду. Позвольте кошке убирать в гнезде. Следите за тем, чтобы все котята ели. Стерилизуйте кошку. Подумайте о том, чтобы дать котятам средство от глистов.


Article in English: Your final height is determined overwhelmingly by genetics (roughly 70%), with health, nutrition, and environmental factors deciding the remainder (about 30%). So, if you end up shorter or taller than you’d like, blame your genes.  And don’t bother trying to hang on the monkey bars to grow taller! Any online search will result in thousands of hits for sites that offer “can’t miss” methods for increasing your height.  The vast majority of them are junk.  Special pills aren’t going to make you taller, but they might make you sick and they’ll definitely take your money.  Many of the sites describe exercises that will stretch out your body.  While stretching is good, and may possibly make you a little bit taller for a short period, you aren’t going to see long-term gains from doing so.  Remember, gravity always wins. That said, exercises that improve your posture, so that you stand up straighter, can help you at least look taller. The human body produces its growth hormones during sleep, so the more deep, restful sleep you get, the better odds you have of maximizing your genetic height potential. For physical, mental, and emotional health, growing teens should strive for eight to ten hours of sleep nightly, ideally on a consistent schedule to keep their body's clock in proper balance. No, there aren’t any super-foods that are magically going to make you a starting center in the NBA, but proper nutrition can help in your body’s growth process.  You know the drill for healthy eating: more fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, less saturated fats and refined sugars, more fresh food, less processed food. Some particular nutrients, such as calcium, which strengthens bones (and thus helps improve posture), are beneficial to looking and feeling taller.  Other essential nutrients like niacin, vitamin D, and zinc — all of which you consume as part of a varied, healthy diet — may offer added benefits to the body's growth as well. Don’t focus on the exercise plans that claim they will make you taller.  Instead, focus on a...

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Смиритесь с тем, что вы не в состоянии существенно повлиять на свой рост. Не верьте в чудодейственные средства, которые обещают “увеличить ваш рост”. Обеспечьте себе качественный ночной сон. Правильно питайтесь. Регулярно занимайтесь физической нагрузкой.


Article in English: Your finger will likely swell no matter how hard you hit it. This is the most common response to such trauma. If the hit wasn't too forceful, your finger may just swell for a couple of days. If the only symptom you see is swelling, place an ice pack on your finger to help relieve the swelling and pain.  You can take over-the-counter pain medication to help relieve the pain as well. An NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB) or naproxen sodium (Aleve) can help relieve the inflammation and pain. Take as directed on the packaging.  You don't need to see a doctor unless the swelling won't go down, you develop serious pain or numbness, or you can't move your finger all the way in or all the way out. If the swelling is really bad and you are in extreme pain, you may have fractured your finger, especially if you hit your finger quite hard. If your finger looks contorted and is extremely sensitive to the touch, you likely fractured your finger. This may be accompanied by bleeding skin or a smashed fingernail. If you think you have a fracture, seek medical attention. You need an X-ray and the doctor may give you a finger splint or some other form of treatment. Do not put a splint on your finger unless a doctor tell you to do so. If your finger is bleeding after you hit it, you need to clean the wound so you can assess the damage. If there is visible bleeding, cleanse the wound with running warm water. Run the warm water over the wound with the run-off going down the drain, not back into the wound. Then, using a gauze pad, cleanse the entire wound surface with Betadine or other cleansing solutions.  Put pressure on your wound for a few minutes to slow the flow of blood, which will help you assess how deep the wound is and if you need to see a doctor. If there is excessive bleeding or squirting blood, seek medical attention immediately. Once you've cleaned the wound, you need to evaluate the finger for any lacerations, or cuts. The wound still may bleed a little while you check,...

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Проверьте, есть ли опухлость. Предпримите надлежащие меры при переломе. Прочистите рану. Оцените рваную рану. Проверьте, не повреждены ли сухожилия. Осмотрите ноготь.


Article in English: Your fingers are excellent and efficient blending tools. While your fingers are not as precise as other tools, they are ideal for blending colors together that cover large areas of your work. It is also quicker to blend with your fingers than it is to grab a tool. When using your fingers, remember to wash your hands frequently to remove the pigment and prevent blending the wrong colors together.  You may wish to wear rubber gloves or finger clots. These will make it easier for you to keep your hands clean and will protect your fingers from being rubbed raw by the sand on the canvas or in the pastels. Keep wet wipes near your workstation to remove the pastels from your hands. It may be difficult to blend areas that are smaller than your fingertips. Pastel brushes and shapers are specifically designed for working with oil pastels. Pastel brushes, which come in a variety of sizes and styles, contain hairs on one end. Pastel shapers, which also come in a variety of sizes and styles, have a flat or tapered rubber end. While flat pastel shapers are ideal for blending large areas of colors together, tapered pastel shapers are perfect for blending minute areas. You may purchase dual-purpose tools that contain a brush on one end and a shaper on the other end. Tortillions, also called stumps, are tightly wound rolls of paper with a pointed end. These inexpensive tools, which are shaped like pencils, are excellent for creating fine details and sharp edges. When the tip of a stump becomes dirty, you can unwrap the wound paper to generate a new, clean tip. These tools come in three sizes: small, medium, and large. A chamois is a soft and flexible piece of leather. This tool is extremely versatile. You may wipe or rub the majority of the chamois across your canvas to blend large areas of color, and you may also wrap a portion of the chamois around your finger to blend pastels in small areas. To clean the chamois, you may either hand wash it or machine wash it. A kneaded rubber tool is a pliable eraser. In addition to...

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Пальцы. Смешивать пастель разных цветов можно при помощи кистей или растушевок для пастели. Для смешивания масляной пастели также используются бумажные растушевки. Смешивать пастель можно кусочком замши. Для смешивания масляной пастели часто используется ластик-клячка. Смешивать пастель можно при помощи обычных бытовых предметов.


Article in English: Your fingertips are your most accessible and cost-effective tool. Start at the base of the cylinder or pad, grasp a clump of hair, and gently pry up and away. It’s important to take your time as hair strands break easily and will become difficult to remove. When it comes to hairbrush cleansing tools, the miniature hairbrush rake tops the list. While this tool is similar to a comb, it is far more effective. Cleaning rakes vary in size, as well as in single or dual sides. For bristled brushes or if you have multiple styles and sizes of brushes, a dual sided rake is more versatile. Hold the bristled hairbrush over the sink, a trash can, or take it outdoors. Brush the nylon brush through the bristles of your hairbrush. This will remove hair buildup, as well as dislodge skin and dandruff flakes. Continue brushing until the nylon brush rakes cleanly through the brush bristles.  Wash the nylon brush to remove debris and allow it to dry completely before reusing it for this purpose. Teasing combs are dual sided with bristles and a hair sectioning point called a rat tail. Beginning at the base of your bristled brush, slide the rat tail under the collected hair and gently pull away from the brush. Repeat this on all sides of the cylinder or across the entire face of the pad. Once you have loosened and lifted the hair from the shaft, simply use your fingers to roll the hair up and off. Oftentimes, the hair will clump or knot in the process of removal. Make sure to have a pair of scissors handy for these occasions. Simple cut through the clump or knot to divide it into two or three sections. Be careful not to cut too much or the smaller pieces of hair may remain stuck.

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Если на расческе собрался небольшой слой волос, можно снять их пальцами. Воспользуйтесь специальным прибором — "расческой для расчесок", если на щетке для волос собралось порядочное количество волос. Если у вас уже есть нейлоновая щетка, то используйте ее. Используйте гребень для начеса для плотно накрученных слоев волос. Чтобы убрать неподдающиеся узлы и пучки волос, воспользуйтесь ножницами.


Article in English: Your fins will have three layers of tulle. You can use different colors such as purple and green. You can also use different shades of the same color, such as light green and dark green. Measure from the bottom point of the skirt down to the floor, or wherever you want the tail to end. Add 1½ inches (3.81 centimeters) to that length, then cut your tulle according to that width. The tulle needs to be long enough to wrap around the base of your tail, including the V-shape. You will need to cut thee pieces of tulle that are the same length and width. Stack the three pieces of tulle, one on top of the other. Make sure that they are aligned along one of the long edges, then sew down that edge using a ½-inch (1.27-centimeter) seam allowance. You can also secure the layers using glue instead. Overlap the sewn edge of the tulle with the bottom hem by 1½ inches (3.81 centimeters). Position the left edge of the tulle strip on the right side of the V point. You will be working your way along the  bottom hem to the other V on the back of the skirt, then repeating the process for the other fin. Draw a 2 to 3-inch (5.08 to 7.62-centimeter) line of hot glue along the hem. Press the tulle down into the glue and let it set. Make a dot of glue on the tulle where you finished gluing. Fold the tulle back, press it into the dot, let it set. Repeat the process until you reach the V point on the back of the skirt. Flatten the tulle and the skirt, then cut an upward curve starting from the bottom, side edge of the tulle, and finishing at the bottom of the skirt's V-point. You don't have to do this, but it will give your tail a more mermaid-like feel. Cut, stack, and sew the tulle using the same colors and layers as before. Line up the right side edge of the tulle with the left side of the skirt's V-point. Pleat and glue the tulle, this time working your way to the left of the skirt. Finish on the back.  Both of your pleats should be pointing away from the skirt's V-point. If you cut a curve into the first fin, make sure that you do...

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Выберите для хвостового плавника два-три цвета фатина. Отмерьте и отрежьте необходимое вам количество фатина. Сложите стопкой три полосы фатина и скрепите их между собой. Выверните юбку на изнаночную сторону и приступите к равномерному распределению фатина по нижнему периметру юбки. Укладывайте фатин небольшими складками и приклеивайте, пока не украсите им всю правую половину нижнего края юбки. Подумайте о том, чтобы сделать дугообразный срез нижних уголков фатина, находящихся посередине хвостового плавника. Повторите весь процесс с левой половиной хвостового плавника, не забыв при этом сделать складки в зеркальном отражении.


Article in English: Your fire pit should be constructed on bare dirt. If you are at a location that has a designated fire pit area (like a campsite), you should build your fire there. If you are in a more uninhabited area, you should clear away any flammable woodland debris extending at least 8 feet away, and build your bonfire there. Make sure your fire pit is not directly under any tree branches or hanging plants. Scrape away at the area you intend to make your bonfire. The center section where you intend to build the fire should be a little depressed so the fire is more controlled, and the ember ashes have somewhere to fall.  This will also help the wood fall in on itself rather than falling outward. Be sure to remove any leftover ash from previous fires. This will provide your bonfire with a clear base from which to start. Position rocks in a circle around the area you intend to build you fire. The rocks contain the bonfire while setting a boundary between the burning wood and flammable items. It is always a good idea to have a fire extinguisher nearby when building a fire. You may also want to consider keeping a bucket or two of water near your fire site. This will provide a backup for immediately putting out the fire, if need be.

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Очистите место под кострище. Выкопайте яму. Выложите периметр камнями. Подготовьте все необходимое для тушения костра.


Article in English: Your first draft of your report should be just that: a first draft. You should expect to revise and rewrite your report several times before submitting it to your teacher for a grade or to your boss for evaluation. Leaving enough time to make the appropriate and necessary edits and changes is important if you want to write a particularly great report. You should do a thorough review of your report for both spelling and grammar. Remember that your computer’s spell check will not catch every error. For example, you may mix up the use of the word “there” with “their.” This will not be caught by a spell-checker, so do not depend on this function alone. Paying attention to the small details of your report (such as spelling and grammar) will improve the overall quality of your report. Make sure that you have complied with any specific requirements in your assignment or project description. You may need a title page, a certain type or size of font, or margins of a particular size. Revision should be more than just proofreading; instead, revision should be a critical examination of your work. Ultimately, you will want to look for errors that detract from the overall quality of your report, and this may mean deleting or rewriting large portions of your report. Ask yourself: Does my report fulfill its goal? If not, you may need to consider significant revisions. If possible, have a trusted friend, peer, or colleague read your report. In addition to proofreading for spelling and/or grammar errors, he or she may be able to provide critical and productive feedback. This can help your report go from good to great.

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Зарезервируйте время, необходимое для вычитки и пересмотра доклада. Проверьте грамматику и орфографию. Проверьте форматирование. Критический осмотр работы. Рецензирование доклада.


Article in English: Your first draft will not be perfect. In fact, it probably won't be very good. That's okay! Rewrite it multiple times.   Try to avoid adverbs. These pesky little words are often used when telling instead of showing. Your writing will be stronger if you find other ways of showing the emotion, or description, that the adverb is telling. Examples of adverbs: lovely, slowly, quickly, angrily, pleasantly. Read your description out loud. Hearing your writing out loud will help you understand the rhythm of your writing, and help you to eliminate any clunky phrases or odd wording. Have a trusted friend or family member read it and give you their suggestions. Your brain will often overlook errors, because it already knows what the description is supposed to look like. Having someone else read your description will also help you know if you evoked the person well enough. A reader will often give up if description goes on and on without providing story to go with it. Make sure that you're providing insight into the character, or story in your description. By focusing on three things you'll make sure that your description keeps the reader interested. Pay attention to this when you're editing your description.  Motivation of a character: Giving motivation of the character gives the reader something to imagine along with the description and to see how this person fits into the framework of the story. Margaret's motivation, for example, in the paragraph is that she will do all kinds of things to avoid being noticed, like dying her hair. Specific detail: Again, this has to come as a balance with too much detail on one hand and too little on the other. Margaret , from the example, hunches, towers, ducks her head and has flame-red hair. Insight into a character: what does the description reveal about the person being described? For Margaret, it's that she hates being tall and that she doesn't want people to notice her and that she is anxious. The more you write, the better you will get. So keep reading and analyzing and...

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Делайте больше одного наброска описания. Помните, что описание должно двигать вашу историю. Продолжайте писать.


Article in English: Your first employment is an essential step in growing up. Unless you're a trust-funder, you're going to need to work as you enter adulthood. Some start working earlier, during high school, while some wait until college or even after college, to start working. There's no right time to start, but adjusting to employment is an essential step in adulthood. A part-time job can be an excellent way of building necessary work skills and making supplementary income, even if your parents are still shouldering you financially. Gradually work toward a more self-reliant way of making money, however. It might be tempting to blow your first couple paychecks on a Gibson Les Paul and two tickets to Cabo, but that's the way a teenager spends money. Put that money in the bank and start saving it. Establish a balanced budget that will allow you to live comfortably,  taking into account necessary expenses for each month, as well as savings and disposable income. Try to balance your financial obligations in the here-and-now with taking necessary steps to reach your long-term goals.   Monthly expenses include rent, bills, and food. Most of them you'll have a fairly solid idea about, and try to budget slightly more for food than you may actually need. If you're not sure, keep close track of how much money you spend in an average week on food, then multiply times four. Try to save some money as soon as possible, if you can. Putting away a certain percentage of your paycheck every month into a savings account can start to accumulate significantly over the years and months. Even if you can only afford to throw in 50 bucks, you're still taking a necessary step toward adulthood. When you leave your parents' house, it's possible to enter into a difficult in-between time. It's very difficult to become completely financially independent straight out of school, or during school, but you can start taking small steps to work ever toward financial freedom and responsibility. Your goal should be close budgeting, and relying on no one else for...

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Найдите работу. Планируйте бюджет. Платите по счетам вовремя. Создавайте хорошую кредитную историю. Экономьте деньги. Живите по средствам. Будьте амбициозными на работе и берите на себя выполнение новых обязанностей.


Article in English: Your first idea may be to tell close friends and family that you are ready to get back on the circuit. Hopefully, these individuals will support you fully and be happy to connect you with a potential date who shares your interests. The problem is, it’s unlikely for you to meet someone new through such close social ties. Your circle of friends is probably limited to friends of yours and your spouses’ – not people you want to date. Pass the word along a little further to other people you know in passing like church members, friends of neighbors, or people you know from the local grocery or shops. Research shows good dating opportunities arise from such “weak ties”. Fill your social calendar with events where you can meet new people. Attending the same events you went to with your spouse may make you feel out of place going alone. Find new group activities that you enjoy and forge new friendships, opening yourself up to the opportunity of meeting potential dates. The courtship process may not have been carried out online before you were married. You may cringe at the idea of searching for dates online. You’ll be surprised to learn that many widows or widowers find successful and quality matches on many popular dating sites.  Be sure to practice online dating safety when connecting with others over the web. Refrain from posting your contact information like addresses, phone numbers, or email addresses. And, check your security settings on other social media platforms. Does a potential match seem too good to be true? Do your due diligence in verifying that the person is who he/she says by googling their name or conducting a reverse image search of the profile photo. Always make first acquaintances in public places and drive yourself to the meeting. Ensure that someone else knows where you are going and the time you anticipate being home. You may even consider bringing a friend along to sit at another table during the date. A good rule of thumb is daytime dates for first meets in a public, casual setting, such as a...

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Сообщите об этом. Посещайте больше общественных мероприятий. Создайте профиль на сайте знакомств в интернете. Не спешите.


Article in English: Your first impulse might be to say, "I need them all." However, you'd be surprised how much energy you can save by reducing your use of appliances, and how much satisfaction comes from being self-reliant. Consider changing your habits regarding the following energy-sapping appliances:  The dryer. If you have access to outside space, hang a clothesline and start drying your clothes outside. You can also get a drying rack to use indoors - just place it in your bedroom or bathroom near a window. If you must continue using the dryer, reduce your usage to once a week or so, rather than throwing in small loads every other day. The dishwasher. Make sure each load you do is completely full. If you have time to wash dishes by hand using the  water conservation method, that's even better. The oven. Heating an electric oven requires a lot of energy. Plan to do all of your baking on one day of the week, while the oven is hot, instead of heating it every few days for various purposes. The vacuum. Sweep whenever you can instead of using a vacuum. Even a carpet can be swept between vacuuming sessions to remove larger pieces of debris. Electronics and appliances continue sapping energy while they're plugged in, even when they're switched to "off." Make a habit of unplugging everything that's not in use, especially computers, TVs and sound systems, which use up the most energy.  Don't forget small appliances like coffee makers, hair dryers and phone chargers. Determine whether it's really necessary to keep plug-in air fresheners and night lights. Older appliances weren't always designed with energy conservation in mind. If you have an older refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, or dryer, you may be using more energy (and paying more money) than strictly necessary for the chores you need to do. Conduct research to find newer models that are more energy efficient.

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Решите, какая техника вам действительно необходима. Выключите все из розеток. Замените старые приборы более новыми моделями.


Article in English: Your first line of defense against troublesome body odor is a keen sense of smell. Take a whiff of potential problem areas, including your underarms, feet and genitals. While your own body odor is typically tough to distinguish, you may be able to pick up on it if it’s strong enough.  See if you can detect any salty, musty or pungent notes. The best time to do this is after the effects of bathing have worn off, since this is when odors will be most pronounced. Breathe out sharply through your mouth and into your cupped palm so that the gust is redirected to your nose. Smell your breath as it bounces back toward you. This can usually help clue you in as to whether your oral hygiene might be a source of unwanted body odor.  Perform routine breath checks between meals so that you can rule out a particular type of food as the cause.  Keep a pack of sugar-free chewing gum or mints handy to freshen bad breath. At the end of the day, dig through your discarded garments and put them through a smell test. As your body secretes sweat, dirt and natural oils, they can become absorbed into clothing fibers, causing them to stink. In this way, your clothing may be responsible for trapping body odor and making it worse.  Focus your attention on the underarms of your shirts and the crotch region of pants and underwear. Make sure the articles of clothing you check are work or casual items. Workout apparel is much more likely to smell already because of how much you sweat in it. The bulk of body odor is caused by perspiration, and the way your sweat smells can tell you a lot about what’s going on in your body. It’s not uncommon for body odor to seem worse in the summer months or after strenuous exercise. If you find that your sweat smells unusually strange or intense, however, it could be the result of some lifestyle change you’ve recently made.  You can get a better sense of how your perspiration smells by sniffing yourself in a place with poor ventilation, such as a closed shower stall or inside the neck of your shirt. New...

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Принюхайтесь к себе. Проверьте дыхание. Принюхайтесь к одежде. Оцените запах пота.


Article in English: Your first objective after a betrayal is to think about how you will communicate to your husband that he has shaken your trust. Here, as above, you'll want to focus on how his actions made you feel rather than making personal attacks. However, since in this case he has deliberately done something to hurt you, you don't need to stay perfectly calm. It's only reasonable to get emotional — especially if he has done something truly disrespectful. For example, you might start the conversation by saying something like this: "We need to talk. I don't like that you've been lying about where you've been. If I can't trust you, we're going to have problems." You're making it clear that you're upset, but you're not completely allowing your emotions to run wild. Betrayals of trust can range from relatively minor (lying so he can hang out with friends, forgetting romantic commitments, etc.) to major (infidelity, humiliating you in front of others, etc.) It's up to you to judge how badly your husband's trust-destroying behavior has damaged your relationship. However, as long as you stay together after the problem behavior, you should give your husband a reasonable chance to earn your trust again. Try to make the punishment fit the crime here. For instance, if you catch your husband sending flirty texts to a co-worker but he swears he hasn't done anything else (and you believe him), it's reasonable to avoid intimacy (sex, cuddling, affection, etc.) until you're sure that he's not interested in anyone else. If you can't figure things out on your own but preserving your marriage is important to you, don't be afraid to seek the assistance of a professional. A counselor or couples therapist can help you repair the root issues that are affecting your ability to trust each other as spouses. Seeing these sorts of professionals isn't something to be ashamed of. Many couples get professional help for a wide variety of marital issues. The fact that you're willing to get help when it's needed is something to be proud of, even if it's...

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Четко объясните мужу, как он подорвал ваше доверие. Дайте ему возможность восстановить доверие. Обратитесь к брачному психологу. Подумайте о завершении отношений, если вы не можете доверять ему.


Article in English: Your first resource should be your own buddies. Ask your friends if they've seen you and the girl together and ask their honest opinion about whether or not the girl has a crush on you. Your friends may have more perspective on whether the girl actually likes you, or if she's just playful and flirtatious with everyone. Ask them to be honest -- if they don't think she likes you, they should let you know.  Your guy friends may also know if the girl likes someone else instead of you. This could be helpful information before you try talking to the girl yourself. Just try not to ask anyone too chatty, or a guy who is very friendly with the girl. If you do, the guy may tell her that you asked, and he'll blow your cover. Asking the girl's friends if she likes you is basically as good as asking her yourself. But if you really trust one of her friends and don't think she'll report back to her friend, then go ahead and ask if the girl has a crush on you. Her friend will mostly likely know whether or not she likes you -- it'll just be a matter of whether or not she'll tell you. Don't make a big deal about it. Don't reveal your feelings about the girl. If you like the girl too and want to know her true feelings, don't be afraid to ask. Just find a time when you're both relatively alone and in a quiet place, and ask her if she has a crush on you. If you like her, you can even tell her first that you have a crush on her and want to know if she likes you too. Just speak calmly, make eye contact, and give her all of your attention to let her know she's important. But don't make it seem like too much of a big deal or you may scare her away.  If she does admit she has a crush on you and you like her, then ask her out on a date and see where it takes you. If she says she doesn't have a crush on you, react the right way. Don't get all upset or offended -- just play it cool and show her what a great guy you are.

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Спросите своих друзей. Поинтересуйтесь у ее друзей. Спросите у девушки.


Article in English: Your first step and decision will be to determine when you are going to the actual event. You should reflect on whether you’ll go to the event as soon as you get the RSVP email.  Consider the location of the event and if you’ll have to travel. For example, if someone invites you to an out-of-town wedding, you may need to buy airplane tickets to get there. This could be costly. Plan to make sure you don’t have any other events that time and day. Talk to your partner and other members of your family to make sure they are available. You may wind up declining for some members of your family and accepting for others. Different types of occasions require different tones and levels of formality. Thus, you need to think about the occasion before replying to the invitation. This will help make sure that you’re not making a social misstep.  Is it an informal event. For example, is the occasion a BBQ that your neighbor is having for no reason and sent out an informal email about? This type of event may merit an informal tone in your reply and you may have less time to respond. Is it a formal event. Events like weddings, birthday parties, Bar or Bat Mitzvahs require you to respond in a formal tone just as you were invited. After you’ve made your decision and reflected on the event, you’ll need to respond in a timely manner. Ultimately, this is one of the most important aspects of replying to an RSVP email, as you need to give the person sufficient notice of whether you are attending the event or not.  Read the invitation for a “RSVP by” date. This date is not a suggestion. Make sure you RSVP by the date. Respond as quickly as you can. While the person who invited you may have given you a month or two to respond, this doesn’t mean you should take that entire window of time. Instead, you should respond as soon as you’ve made a concrete decision about whether you will attend.

Summary in Russian:

Решите, готовы ли вы принять приглашение. Определите тип события. Отвечайте своевременно.


Article in English: Your first step in applying for a job is to find out what the job entails. Give the job description a thorough read. Focus on what qualifications are required and what the job duties are. Don’t apply for jobs that you are absolutely not qualified for. For example, if you do not speak Spanish, do not respond to an ad that states, “Spanish required.” Pay attention to what the description emphasizes. For example, if it is a job in marketing, you might see terms such as “digital marketing”, “SEO”, and “Google Analytics”. Make sure that you mention those terms in both your resume and your cover letter. Many job search engines and company websites will ask for you to submit your materials online. Before you hit “submit,” take time to proofread everything you have written. This includes your resume and cover letter. You should also look over the fields that ask for your personal information and make sure all of your information is entered correctly. . Hopefully, all of your hard work results in an interview. If you get asked to come in, take time to prepare. Make sure to have examples ready to explain your past accomplishments and how you can help the company. For example, you could say, “I know you’re looking for a fresh take on how to increase sales. I’d love to tell you about my ideas for a direct marketing campaign.”  Dress professionally. Make eye contact and speak confidently. Arrive on time. If you’ve had an interview, it is proper business etiquette to write a brief thank you note. Typically, this is done by email. You can write, “Thank you for taking the time to meet with me today. I enjoyed learning more about your organization and am excited about the idea of working as part of your team.” You can also follow-up after sending a job application. You might write, “I’m writing to make sure that you received my application materials. I’m happy to provide further examples of my qualifications if you would find that helpful.”

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Внимательно прочитайте описание должности. Подчеркните ключевые слова. Просмотрите свои материалы.  Подготовьтесь к собеседованию Оставайтесь на связи.


Article in English: Your first step in creating a study schedule is to assess your current schedule and the way you currently spend time. Assessing your current schedule will enable you to take a good look at how you use time and to help identify where you can be more efficient and what activities you might be able to cut.  Determine how many hours a week you currently study. Determine how many hours a week you currently devote to entertainment. Determine how many hours a week you currently spend with friends and family. Do some quick math to see what you could cut. People tend to find they spend a lot of time on entertainment, start there. Make sure to create your study schedule around your work schedule, if you work. While figuring out how you spend time is one of the most important parts of creating your schedule, you also need to figure out how you actually study. Figuring out how you study can help you determine if you can have an overlap in activities. It will also help you figure out how you can use the time you don’t normally use. Ask yourself a few questions.  Are you an auditory learner? Perhaps listen to recorded lectures or other audio studying material when driving in the car or when working out in the gym. Are you a visual learner? Can you put up pictures or watch videos to learn? Try watching a video as a way to learn and as a way of entertainment. Although you might design yourself an awesome schedule, your schedule will mean relatively little if you don’t commit yourself to studying. As a result, you need to spend a little bit of time reflecting upon your work ethic. After doing so:  Plan your schedule based on how you think you will work. If you tend to lose focus and take a lot of breaks, build in extra time into your schedule. If you know you procrastinate, build in extra time before any deadlines. This will provide a cushion so you don’t wind up missing a deadline. If you know you have a very solid work ethic, provide yourself with the ability to complete work early. You might do this by creating an extra...

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Оцените текущее расписание. Учитывайте собственный стиль обучения. Оцените свою трудовую этику.


Article in English: Your first step is to determine what it is you want to achieve. This can be a big change or small one, but taking some time to think about what you hope to achieve is an important first step to success. For example, is your goal to be a happier person? To learn to play an instrument? To get good at a sport? To be healthier? All of these are valid goals. It's up to you to decide what you want. Once you have a general sense of what you want, you need to start thinking about what these goals mean to you. One person's definition of a goal can be very different from another's.  For example, if your goal is to be happier, you need to think about what happiness means to you. What does a happy life look like? What types of things will make you happy? This applies to less overreaching goals as well. If your goal is to learn to play guitar, what does that mean exactly to you? Will you be satisfied with knowing a few chords so people can sing along with you at parties? Or are you striving to be a classical concert guitarist? These are very different definitions of knowing how to play the guitar. It's important to take a little time to think about why you are setting the goals you've chosen. If you think about your motivations, you may find that you end up wanting to revise your goals. For example, imagine your goal is to learn to play the guitar. You stop and think about why, and you realize that it's because you think people who play the guitar are popular at school. This doesn't really suggest dedication to the guitar. It might be a good reason to stop and ask yourself if there's another, easier way to get what you really want, which is more social than musical. Last but not least, you need to decide if your goal is realistic. Sad as it may seem, not every dream can come true. If your goal seems beyond the realm of possibility, it might be time to make a different goal. Imagine you decide it is your dream to be the worlds greatest basketball player. That's a challenging goal for anyone to achieve, but it might be...

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Решите, чего вы хотите. Определитесь с понятиями. Спросите себя почему. Определите, достижима ли ваша цель.