Article in English: Poke each potato with a fork a few times. This will help them cook in the microwave. on high until they're cooked through. Wrap the potatoes in a wet paper towel and microwave them. It takes about 5 minutes to microwave a single potato, and about 10 minutes to microwave 3 potatoes. Place several potatoes on a plate at a time and keep checking to see when the potatoes are baked through by poking them with a fork. Take off the wet paper towel and wait for them to cool. Use a sturdy spoon to scrape out the inside of the potato, leaving only the skin and a thin layer of potato. If you scrape out the insides too much, you can tear the skin of the potato, which will make it more difficult for the potato to hold the ingredients later. Combine 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese, 1 bunch of diced green onions, and 4 tablespoon (59.1 ml). bacon bits with the potato insides in a bowl. Stir well until the ingredients are blended. Add salt and pepper to the mixture to taste. This will let them get a bit crisp. Bake the potato skins and insides together in the oven for at least 20 minutes. Check on them to make sure that the cheddar cheese doesn't burn. When they're ready, the skins will be nice and crispy and the insides will be tasty and brown. Remove the skins from the oven and let them cool for at least 5 minutes. Then serve them with either 1 cup of sour cream on the side, or with a dollop of sour cream on each potato skin. They're also delicious with a glass of beer.

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Разогреть духовку до 350 ° F (175 ° C). Порежьте 2 фунта (1 кг) картофеля на две половинки. Проколите картофель вилкой. Запекайте картофель в микроволновой печи до готовности. Достаньте картофель из микроволновой печи. Достаньте внутреннюю часть картофеля. Сделайте картофельную смесь. Приправьте смесь солью и перцем. Поместите картофельные шкурки в духовку на 5 минут. Положите смесь в кожуру картофеля. Блюдо готово к подаче.


Article in English: Poking your head in and asking for a moment of their time will do—just be respectful of the fact that your supervisor has a job to do, and may not be able to drop everything at the precise moment you are prepared to spring this news on them. Another option is to ask your boss if they will have time for a meeting the next day. Doing this gives them a chance to clear a bit of designated time to focus on your news. If there is too much going on, you will only add to their hassles, so if it's at all possible, wait for a time when your boss will have a few moments to focus on your news. Rehearsing privately will help you be ready when your supervisor has you in to talk.  Most managers are extremely busy and they will appreciate your direct approach, forgoing the temptation to "cushion the blow," "find the right way to say this," or otherwise beat around the bush.  You might say something like:  "I've been considering my options here for some time, and I've decided it's time for me to move on. I am grateful for the opportunities I've found here, but I must give my two weeks' notice." OR... "I need to let you know that I have been offered a new position at another company.  I have really enjoyed working here, but I need to give you my two weeks' notice as of today.  My last day of work will be [whatever two weeks from then is]. Is this reasonable?" Chances are you've been working with this boss for some time, and whatever your reasons are for leaving, they may have some questions. Prepare a response that is concise and understandable. If you are quitting because you hate your job, try to frame your answers in an inoffensive way. Instead of “I hate working here” you might say “I think its time that I head in a different direction with my career.” Your boss may value you much more than you realized, and make a counteroffer. Being polite and dignified about your resignation could make this possible. You will need to consider in advance whether you would stay for a pay raise, increased benefits, a promotion, or other...

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Попросите руководителя выделить для вас время. Приходите подготовленным, говорите прямо и вежливо. Будьте готовы говорить о причинах, по которым вы уходите. Рассмотрите вероятность предложения более выгодных условий. Подчеркивайте положительные моменты. Подумайте о будущем. Пожмите руку, улыбнитесь и поблагодарите руководителя. Сообщите о своем увольнении всем, кого это касается.


Article in English: Pokopom supports only controller input and can utilize features like rumble and pressure sensitive input. Pokopom will also support guitar-style controllers like those used with the Guitar Hero games. Go to http://pcsx2.net/download.html and choose the installer for your platform. Upon launching the program you will be greeted with the first time setup. By default your system language is chosen. Press “Next” to proceed to the plugin configuration. PAD is the second menu in the list of plugins. This is located to the right of the PAD menu and will open a list of options for setting up the Pokopom plugin. Select a radio from the “Xinput Controller” section in the upper left. This value only needs to be changed if you are connecting multiple gamepads to your computer.  Xinput allows automatic emulation of a PS2 controller using a and Xbox360 pad. The buttons will be automatically mapped to the corresponding locations on a PS2 controller.  Xinput is bundled with Pokopom and does not need to be downloaded separately. For minor remapping, you can select the “Swap [X] [O] buttons in the “Misc” category to switch those two functions. From the “Left Stick” and “Right Stick” sections in the lower right, you can change the left/right and x/y axes associated with each direction of both analog sticks. Typically axis settings can be adjusted in game, so only make a change here if you want that setting consistent through all games and menu functions. Move the “Deadzone” slider to the right to increase the amount of space that will ignore input when moving the analog stick. To the left will decrease.  You can also use the “Anti-Deadzone” slider to have the emulator software try to override deadzones already implemented into games. Each analog stick utilizes separate Deadzone sliders. Move the rumble slider near the top of the window to the left to decrease intensity, and to the right to increase it.  You must be using a rumble-supported gamepad in order to utilize this feature. This feature will not force rumble in games...

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Подключите устройство ввода к компьютеру. Скачайте и запустите PCSX2. Выберите язык. Выберите «Pokopom» в выпадающем меню «PAD». Нажмите «Настройка» справа от меню PAD, чтобы перейти к списку параметров для настройки плагина Pokopom. Выберите Xinput controller/Контроллер Xinput. Отрегулируйте направления осей аналогового джойстика. Отрегулируйте параметр Deadzone/Зона нечувствительности. Отрегулируйте параметры вибрации. Нажмите Restore Defaults/Восстановить настройки по умолчанию (необязательно). Настройте второе устройство ввода (необязательно). Нажмите «ОК».


Article in English: Pokémon GO is available on the iPhone and Android. From the home screen of your phone, swipe your finger to the right and type "App Store" (or "Play Store", on an Android) into the search bar that appears. Tap the App Store icon to open the App Store. Tap on the Search button at the bottom of the screen and type "Pokémon GO" into the search bar. Tap Search to see a list of results pop up. Find the Pokémon GO app in the results. Tap the GET button at the top-right corner of the results bar. You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID password. After doing this, you should see the app begin to download. Press the home screen button and tap on the new Pokémon GO icon that will have appeared. If you don't see the app on your home screen, swipe left until you see the Spotlight search bar appear where you can type "Pokémon GO" in and tap on the app that appears. Giving the app access to your location will allow you to make full use of the game's features. When you have done this, hit Submit. You can do this one of two ways:   Sign up using Gmail. If you have a Gmail account, you can choose this option to link your account to the game, allowing you to share data between the two accounts. Signing up with Gmail currently seems to be more stable than using the Pokémon Trainer Club.  Sign up for the Pokémon Trainer Club. This is a feature on Pokémon.com that seeks to create a dedicated community of Pokémon players who can communicate, battle, and trade Pokémon with one another. If you're interested in joining this community, this is a good option to choose. After accepting the terms and conditions and an introduction from Professor Willow, you'll be taken to the picture of two avatars.  Tap your preferred presentation and you'll be taken to a screen where you can edit different physical features of your avatar. Edit your features by tapping on the different sections of each and using the arrows to toggle between different looks. Tap on the checkmark at the bottom-right corner of the screen when you are finished designing...

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Зайдите в App Store. Найдите приложение «Pokemon GO». Скачайте приложение. Запустите приложение. Разрешите игре получать доступ к вашему местоположению. Введите свою дату рождения. Зарегистрируйте аккаунт. Выберите внешний вид своего аватара.


Article in English: Pokémon, trainer, energy, and miscellaneous.  Sort your Pokémon out into piles of each type, eg.: Pikachu, Ratatta. Sort Trainer out into each type, eg.: Switch, Potion. Sort Energy out into piles of each eg.: Lightning, Grass. Write the number of cards on a Post-It, and stick one on each pile. To do so, search websites that have pricing guides for your cards. You can also search eBay for the current trading value of your cards. The columns should include: card name, quantity, individual value and total value (quantity multiplied times the individual value). You may want to do this in Excel or a similar spreadsheet program. Do this by getting a total at the bottom of your quantity and total cost columns. You can do this by packaging the whole set, selling individual cards, or putting them in packs of ten. Alternatively, you can sell them to people in your area. Check with your younger brother's/sister's friends because your "junk" can become their "special treasure."'

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Разложите карты на 4 группы: Подсчитайте количество карт в каждой группе. Подумайте, сколько будет стоить каждая карта из группы. Составьте таблицу. Вычислите общую стоимость вашей коллекции. Продайте карты на eBay или другом аналогичном сайте.


Article in English: Polaris is the brightest star in the constellation Ursa Minor, the Little Bear. It can be found in the bear’s tail. (The ancient Greeks, and many other peoples, saw bears as having long tails.) The star is called Polaris because it appears within a degree of the Celestial North Pole and so appears not to move in the night sky.  Today, because the seven stars of Ursa Minor look like a small water dipper, most people refer to Ursa Minor as the Little Dipper instead of the Little Bear. Although Polaris is visible in the northern sky at most locations north of the equator, it can be hard to spot if you don’t know exactly what you’re looking for. You can use stars in other constellations to point the way to Polaris.  The most commonly used pointer stars are Merak and Dubhe, the two stars on the edge of the Big Dipper opposite its handle. By following these stars in the direction of the Big Dipper’s mouth, you can find Polaris.  If you go five times the Merak-Dubhe distance away from Dubhe you will be within three degrees of Polaris.  If Polaris is clouded over, you still know where it is. During the times of night when the Big Dipper is below the horizon, such as the early hours of fall, you can use another method. Find the Great Square of Pegasus.  Measure the distance from Alpheratz (visually a part of Pegasus but actually part of the constellation Andromeda), to Caph, the star at the rightmost edge of the W-shaped constellation Cassiopeia.  In line with Alpheratz and Caph, measure another of these distances.  You will be less than three degrees from Polaris.  And, like the previous method, you do not need to see Polaris.

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Найдите Полярную звезду. Воспользуйтесь звездами-указателями, которые помогут вам найти Полярную звезду.


Article in English: Pole beans should be planted so that there is one seed per hole, and each seed is at least 3 inches (7.6 cm) away from the next. Bush beans should be planted so that there is one seed per hole, and each seed is at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) away from the next. The hole should be 1-inch deep. Remember that bush beans need more space in between plants than pole bean as pole beans grow vertically. Carefully put one seed in each hole you’ve dug; it may be tempting to put multiple seeds at once, but this will cause the seedlings to compete for space and nutrients as they grow, and possibly result in the death of the plant. Cover up each seed with 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of your garden soil. Immediately after planting, give your seeds plenty of water to aid in their germination. After planting, you should continue to water the seeds once every 2-3 days, so that the soil is always moist. Avoid over watering though, as too much water (leaving puddles or pools on the topsoil) will cause the seeds to rot. Mulch is an incredibly helpful tool for new gardeners. Made from trees, leaves, or straw, mulch is a layer of shredded plant limbs you place over the topsoil in your garden. This blocks out weeds and traps in moisture, two good things for new plants. Spread a layer of mulch 1-inch thick over your garden soil after your seeds have grown several inches tall. Fertilizer adds nutrients to garden soil, helping increase the growth of your beans and the overall harvest. Fertilizers are made of a combination of three primary ingredients: nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium. Beans naturally produce a lot of nitrogen, meaning that you should look for a fertilizer that has low nitrogen content (such as a 5-20-20 mixture). Ask your local nursery worker with help on choosing a fertilizer for your beans, if you have questions. Do not add nitrogen fertilizer to the soil if you added a nitrogen-fixing bacteria. The bacteria will help the plants make their own.

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Выкопайте яму. Положите семена. Поливайте свои семена регулярно. Положите слой мульчи после прорастания семян. Удобряйте огород каждые четыре недели.


Article in English: Polyatomic ionic compounds will have more than 2 ions in it. In most polyatomic compounds, 1 ion will be metal and the remainder will be non-metals. As always, refer to the periodic table to find the names of each ion. Let's say you're working with the following compound: FeNH4(SO4)2. First, the SO4 ion has a charge of -2. You also know that there are two of these ions because of the “2” below the parenthesis. This ion is called “sulfate” because it’s a combination of oxygen and sulfur. So, 2 x -2 = -4. Then, the NH4, or the ammonium ion, has a charge of +1. You can figure out that it has this positive charge since ammonia itself is neutral, and ammonium contains 1 additional hydrogen molecule. (Ammonium is so-called because it combines 1 nitrogen molecule with 4 hydrogen molecules.) Add -4 and 1 and you get -3. This means that the iron ion, Fe, must have a charge of +3 to make up for it and to make the compound neutral.  Ionic compounds always have a neutral charge. You can use this information to calculate the metal’s charge. SO4 has a charge of -2 since it’s negative without the 2 hydrogen atoms that it had when it existed as sulfuric acid. The way you write the name will vary based on whether you’re using the newer or older naming method. So, to name the metal ion, either write Iron (III) or ferric. Refer to the periodic table to remind yourself that “S” is sulfur. Ammonium is not an element, but occurs when 1 nitrogen ion combines with 4 hydrogen ions. So, you're working with ammonium and sulfate, or ammonium sulfate. “Ammonia” becomes “ammonium” when it takes on a positive charge. Ammonia itself is neutrally charged. You can name the compound FeNH4(SO4)2 by writing iron (III) ammonium sulfate. If you’re required to use the older naming method for ionic compounds, write ferric ammonium sulfate.

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Запишите формулу многоатомного иона. Найдите заряд металла. Запишите название неметаллического иона. Запишите название металла. Объедините название неметаллов и названием металла.


Article in English: Polyester clothes can typically be washed at home in warm water unless otherwise specified on the tag. Next time you are washing your polyester garments, add a capful of your favorite fabric softener to help reduce the build-up of static. The fabric softeners are positively charged, so they will bond with the negative charge found in the polyester clothes, which helps balance and neutralize static buildup. The friction created when garments rub together in a dry environment, like a tumble dryer, can cause electrical charges to cling to the fabric, which creates static electricity. To help minimize static, add a couple of dryer sheets to your tumble dryer. As the sheets heat up, they release and oil that then lightly coats the polyester clothing. This lubrication helps minimize the amount of friction, which reduces static cling. Be sure to dry polyester garments at a low temperature. When added to the dryer, wool dryer balls can help clothes dry more quickly and help reduce static cling by preventing the clothes from sticking together. As they move around, the balls help separate the clothing and expose them to the dry air. This separation also reduces friction, thereby minimizing static.  Dryer balls aren’t as effective if they are added to a large load of clothes. Make sure you only add them to small and medium loads so they have room to move around.  Add three large dryer balls per load.  If you don't have a dryer ball, add a tennis ball or two to your tumble dryer to get the same effect. Skip the dryer all together and air dry your polyester clothes to prevent the buildup of static electricity. Allowing polyester clothing to air dry won’t damage the garments, so clip the garments on a clothes line to dry in the sun, or drape the clothes over a drying rack indoors.

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Добавьте кондиционер для белья во время стирки. Используйте салфетки с антистатиком. Добавьте несколько шариков для сушки. Развесьте одежду.


Article in English: Polyester couches should have a tag, usually found somewhere underneath the cushions. The tag will have one of the following letters or letter combinations written on it: W, S, SW, or X. These codes let you know what kind of cleaners you can use on your couch.  The letter W indicates water cleaning only, while S indicates solvent cleaning only. The tag SW means either a water or solvent based cleaner is safe. If the tag reads X, do not attempt to clean the couch yourself. Tags with an X label require professional cleaning. Choose the right cleaner depending on your tag. Cleaners are sold at department stores. You can also buy one online.  Couches marked "W" can be cleaned with an upholstery cleaner. Couches marked "S" should be cleaned with dry cleaning solvents. If your couch is marked SW, you can use either an upholstery or dry cleaning solvent cleaner. Do not attempt to clean a couch marked "X" on your own. Unfortunately, couches with this label will require professional upholstery cleaners. Go online and find a professional cleaner within your price range if you need to clean a couch with the label "X."

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Изучите этикетку на диване. Найдите подходящий очиститель. Чтобы почистить диван с меткой X, обратитесь к профессионалу.


Article in English: Polymers are somewhere between a liquid and a solid, molding to the shape of their container, but stretchy and moldable like a solid. To make a basic polymer from simple ingredients, you'll need:  White craft glue, like Elmer's 2 cups Water Borax powder (laundry detergent) Plastic spoon

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Соберите необходимые компоненты.


Article in English: Polyurethane works well as a finish coat. It will seal the stain and protect your piano from moisture damage. Your finish coats will dry pretty quickly, but you should allow each coat to dry for at least 48 hours between applications. Use a fine-grade sandpaper or No. 000 steel wool to sand each thin coat of finish. (Two or three thin coats of finish will give your piano a professional sheen; it is a longer process, but is preferable to applying just 1 thick coat.) After you sand each application, wipe down the wood with the tack cloth so that all dust and other particles are removed before you apply the next coat of polyurethane. If you skip this step, you will likely end up with a bumpy and unsightly finish coat.

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Начните наносить финальный слой. Слегка шлифуйте каждый слой после высыхания. Тряпочкой протирайте дерево.


Article in English: Pomegranates don't have many soil requirements. Almost any type will do, but it needs to drain well. If you have clay-based soil or another type with poor drainage, replace it with a looser topsoil.  A visual test is an easy way to check your soil's drainage. Dig a 1 foot (0.30 m) x 1 foot (0.30 m) hole in the ground, and wait until the soil in it is dry to the touch (this might take a day or more). Pour enough water into the hole to fill it up. If it takes more than a few hours for the water to drain out of the hole, then your soil has poor drainage. Pomegranates do well in moderately alkaline soil, with a pH a little above 7. However, they will also tolerate slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5-7). Buy a soil pH test kit from a garden store and check your soil to make sure it's somewhere in this moderate pH range. In a temperate zone, you can plan on sowing pomegranate seeds in spring after the last frost. In subtropical zones, late spring to early summer will be the optimum time. Pomegranates actually won't do well in tropical zones, since the weather there will be too humid. Pomegranate seeds will germinate best in soil that is 24 °C (75 °F) to 26 °C (79 °F). If the air temperature isn’t mostly at or above these temperatures, use a soil thermometer to check the ground temperature. If your soil temperature is not up to this level, wait for warmer weather. You can get a head start by germinating your seeds indoors, however. Germinating your seeds early and allowing them to reach seedling stage by the time warmer weather starts gives you a longer growing season. However, you’ll have to plant them in pots in regular potting soil and keep them indoors in a sunny area. You do not have to use special seedling containers if germinating your seeds indoors. Regular plant pots are just fine.

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Выберите почву в хорошим естественным дренажем. Проверьте уровень pH почвы. Дождитесь теплой погоды. Проверьте температуру грунта. Если вы хотите начать раньше, посадите семена внутри помещения.


Article in English: Ponchos can be nearly any size - they can range from waist-length or higher to floor-length. However, most ponchos should hang down to about wrist-level when your hands are at your sides (and slightly lower on the front and back of your body). To determine if a given piece of fabric is the right size for use as a poncho, drape the blanket or fabric over your head - it will hang about a head-length above where it will as a finished poncho. Most adults will need a piece of fabric about the dimensions of a normal couch throw, while children will obviously need smaller pieces of fabric. Err on the side of using too much fabric, rather than too little. It's easier to trim a poncho to make it shorter than to sew extra fabric on to make it longer. When it comes to making your poncho more functional or eye-catching, you have a variety of options! Just a few are listed below:.  Add pockets. Sew small, flat pieces of fabric to the front or sides of your poncho, leaving the top edge open so that you can stick your hands in. These pieces of fabric can be any shape you like - try squares, half-circles, and hearts! Add a pattern to the edges. Try cutting a repeating pattern along the edge of the poncho for a killer "wild west" look! You have many choices here - for instance, a simple zig-zag may suit your purposes, or you may want to create a fringe by cutting thin strips into the edges.

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Возьмите одеяло или квадратный кусок ткани подходящего размера. При желании внесите дополнительные штрихи во внешний вид пончо.


Article in English: Poodles have a curly wiry coat that grows continually. Poodles do not shed hair in the same way as other breeds. Their hair does fall out, but it gets tangled with the rest of the coat. This means poodles are very liable to getting knots and tangles. Puppies have a soft coat, which starts to be replaced by adult fur from about 6-9 months of age. A full changeover to the adult coat can take until the pet is 18 months old. Take a few minutes every day to groom your dog. This will serve a dual purpose: you will be able to detangle his hair and you will be giving him some much-needed attention. To comb through the snags, use a comb or brush that is available at a pet store. You may also want to use both, using a comb on certain parts of the dog's body and a brush on other parts. Before you start combing, spray your toy poodle’s coat with a light mist of water. This will help avoid static build-up. It can also help prevent dry hair from snagging together. Separate off a section of coat and hold it between your fingers. Comb the coat by brushing from root to tip. Groom the entire coat and be sure to comb behind the ears and under the tummy. A toy poodle’s hair grows all the time, so keeping it tidy requires clipping. Depending on how long or short you’d like to keep your dog’s coat, aim to get the hair clipped every 3-8 weeks. This is usually done at a dog grooming parlor, but with access to good dog clippers, some practice, and plenty of time, you can learn to clip a dog yourself.

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Берегите шерсть вашей собаки от спутанности. Ухаживайте за шерстью своей собаки каждый день. Используйте расческу или щетку с жесткой щетиной. Сбрызните шерсть собаки водой. Расчесывайте участок за участком. Подрезайте шерсть вашей собаки каждые 3-8 недель.


Article in English: Pool shock has high levels of chlorine that wipe out the algae and sanitize the pool. Choose a powerful shock with around 70% available chlorine, which is enough to handle tough algae and bacteria. Follow the directions on the shock package to make sure you use the proper amount for the water in your pool.  If you have a high amount of algae in your pool, you may have to treat it more than once to keep the algae from continuing to bloom. The water might look cloudy or dirty when you add the shock, but as the water runs through the filter it will begin to clean up. 0. Allow the algaecide to work in your swimming pool for at least a 24-hour period. When algae dies, it will fall to the pool floor or float in the pool water. It will also lose its green color.

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Обработайте бассейн шокером. Обработайте бассейн альгицидом, если хлор упадет ниже 5.0. Предотвратите нарастающее давление в фильтре, часто очищая его, чтобы удалить мертвые водоросли.


Article in English: Pools – especially indoor pools – can be noisy places with a lot of auditory distractions. Having private lessons in an empty pool is one way to correct this potential problem, but it may be out of reach for you financially.  Many swimming instructors use whistles and communicate with students in loud voices, which can be intimidating or even physically painful for the autistic child. If your child has significant aural sensitivity, make sure you let the swim instructors know well in advance of the swimming lessons so they can accommodate. You may encounter swimming instructors who are unwilling to accommodate for your child's sensory issues. If so, don't take your child for swimming lessons there – go somewhere else. If they are unwilling to bend on these issues, they likely will be insensitive to other needs and your child may have a bad experience as a result. Many autistic children are more comfortable in the water when wearing a wetsuit, as opposed to a more traditional swimsuit. Wetsuits keep them warm and hug the body, making the child feel more secure.  Your child also may feel more comfortable in a wetsuit because it looks more like normal clothing, while a swimsuit may seem more like underwear. Your child is only going swimming in a pool, not learning to deep-sea dive, so it's not necessary to get one of the more high-tech wetsuits. You probably can find a reasonably inexpensive wetsuit at your local discount chain store, although they may only be available during the summer months. Have your child wear the wetsuit around the house for a while before the swimming lessons start, so he or she can get comfortable with it. Some pools or swim clubs may require particular attire or gear for swimming lessons that your child finds uncomfortable, or that causes your child anxiety.  If the pool or swim club requires particular gear, such as a swim cap or goggles, make an attempt with that gear before you request an exemption from the requirement. For example, you might tell the instructor "I understand that...

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Устраните лишний шум. Оденьте ребенка в гидрокостюм. Попросите администрацию бассейна скорректировать правила или сделать некоторые исключения для вашего ребенка. Попросите инструктора адаптировать технику обучения под чувствительные особенности вашего малыша. Позвольте ребенку использовать его методы самоуспокоения. Обеспечьте ребенку тихое место, где он сможет передохнуть.


Article in English: Poor communication likely contributed to the betrayal; one or both of you was not being open and honest. To ensure this is remedied, identify barriers to effective communication and ways to overcome them. This will show your partner you are committed to avoiding future betrayal.  If you or your partner is uncomfortable discussing emotions, agree to write letters to each other about emotional subjects. If you and your partner do not communicate frequently enough, schedule weekly dates to discuss your relationship. If you are struggling to identify why you and your partner are not communicating effectively, consider enlisting the help of a couples counselor. A counselor will be able to help you identify and solve communication problems. You may be at a loss as to how to earn your partner's trust again. Ask your partner what you can do to help them move toward trust. This may mean communicating more regularly, spending more time together, going to counseling, being patient, or something else. Ask your partner to guide your behavior in order to build trust. For example, "What can I do to help you feel more secure in our relationship, and prove my faithfulness from now on?" Contact throughout the day will demonstrate you are thinking about your partner. This will help ease concerns that you are acting without regard for him or her. Your partner is more likely to trust you if they feel connected to you. A good way to maintain contact without being needy is to text funny photos or brief descriptions of funny interactions you have with others. Once you have apologized and made a plan to behave differently, try not to dwell on the hurtful event(s). Refocus attention on the present by engaging in fun activities together. If you are spending more time with your partner, they will worry less about what you are doing when you are apart.  Find a hobby you and your partner can enjoy together. This will increase the amount of time you spend together and can strengthen your bond. Show them how much you appreciate them, and...

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Помните — общение с партнером должно быть четким, ясным и прозрачным. Спросите партнера, что ему нужно. Регулярно созванивайтесь или переписывайтесь. Планируйте совместное времяпрепровождение, не зацикливаясь на предательстве. Выражайте благодарность своему партнеру. Признайте, что на это потребуется время.


Article in English: Poor health can lead to increased depression and less happiness or well-being overall. Look at your overall health and evaluate yourself honestly.  Identify possible health-related links to your depression. For example, depression can involve decreases (insomnia) or increases in sleep (hypersomnia), significant changes in weight (either gaining or losing a large amount), and fatigue.  Make a list of health goals you think you can accomplish, such as weight loss, exercise, or eating healthier. See a medical doctor if you have any health concerns that have not yet been taken care of. Sometimes depression can be caused by medication, substance use, or a medical condition. Make sure you get screened by a medical doctor for any other possible causes of depressive symptoms. The “runners high” isn’t a myth; exercise releases endorphins in your brain which give you a significant mood boost. Additionally, exercise is an effective treatment for reducing depression over time. Aim for raising your heartbeat to 120-160 beats per minute for around thirty minutes a day to get your endorphin levels going up.  Traditional exercises like running and weightlifting aren’t the only means of increasing your heart rate. Try a variety of exercises like swimming, hiking, dancing, playing sports, riding horses, and yoga to get your endorphins. If you don’t have thirty minutes because of a busy schedule, try some light stretching at home or a quick bike ride to work. These can help boost your mood. . Not only does junk food make you feel sluggish and lethargic, it can contribute to your depression. Older adults who are depressed also tend to eat fewer fruits and vegetables. Fight this by eating healthy foods with ties to positive changes in mood.  Omega-3 fatty acids have been found to correlate to reducing depression symptoms, so eat foods high in these nutrients two to three times a week. This includes fish, such as salmon, sardines, lake trout, and tuna; as well as walnuts, flax seeds, and olive oil. Avoid highly processed foods....

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Сконцентрируйтесь на своем здоровье. Регулярно занимайтесь физическими упражнениями. Питайтесь правильно Позаботьтесь о хорошем сне. Избегайте наркотиков и алкоголя.


Article in English: Poor oral hygiene can cause dry mouth by allowing the build up of bacteria and plaque. In addition, dry mouth itself can increase your risk of cavities and other oral health problems. Make sure to:  See your dentist regularly for check ups and cleanings. Brush your teeth after each meal, and floss regularly. Avoid sugary food and drinks. Over-the-counter (OTC) mouthwashes can help kill bacteria and fight plaque build-up. Use one at least twice a day, but make sure that it is alcohol-free, since alcohol-based formulas may worsen dry mouth. Your dentist may also recommend a prescription-strength fluoride rinse to protect your teeth, and/or a rinse that is specifically meant to treat dry mouth. Chewing or sucking on certain substances can promote saliva production and soothe dry mouth. Sugar-free gums, candies, mints, etc. can help in this way without increasing your chance of developing cavities or other oral health problems. Xylitol, which is often found in sugar-free gums and candies, can cause diarrhea or cramps is consumed in large quantities. Various sprays and other products are available that can supply you with an artificial saliva substitute if you suffer from dry mouth. These are available at most pharmacies. Look for one that contains xylitol, carboxymethylcellulose, or hydroxyethyl cellulose. Sometimes, dry mouth can simply be caused by a dry environment. Many modern homes are very dry, but a cool mist humidifier can replace some moisture into the air and alleviate your symptoms.  You can find cool mist humidifiers at most pharmacies and many department stores. You can use a humidifier any time, but it can be particularly helpful if you use it in your bedroom at night. One of the most common causes of dry mouth is simply breathing through your mouth, which causes more moisture to escape. Sometimes this is habitual, so make a concerted effort to breathe through your nose. If you cannot breathe through your nose, ask your doctor about nasal decongestion or other techniques that can help. Dry mouth can...

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Соблюдайте гигиену полости рта. Пользуйтесь средствами для полоскания рта. Жуйте не содержащую сахара жевательную резинку или сосите леденцы. Используйте отпускаемые без рецепта искусственные заменители слюны. Используйте увлажнитель воздуха. Дышите носом. Защищайте сухие губы. Откажитесь от табака.


Article in English: Poor posture frequently causes or exacerbates lower back pain by placing more pressure on the lumbar region of your spine. Stand sideways in a natural position in front of a mirror and check the position of your back. If you are hunched over, or have a pronounced arch in your spine, you may find relief by adjusting your posture.  Hold your pelvis level, not pitched forward or back. Lower your shoulders so that your shoulder blades are tucked in along either side of your spine. Lift the crown of your head toward the ceiling. Sit up straight in a chair and squeeze your shoulder blades together, then relax. Repeat 10 to 15 times. Do this exercise several times a day to help improve your posture. If you sit for hours on end at a desk job, that may be contributing to your lower back pain. Every half hour or so, stand up and walk around for about 5 minutes. This simple effort alone can help decrease your lower back pain.  If possible, convert your work station so that you can work while standing part of the time. If your boss won't go for that, see if you can upgrade your chair to one that provides more lower back support. Make sure you're sitting straight with your feet flat on the floor, your shoulders back, and your head straight. Slouching or hunching over can put additional stress on your lower back, causing pain. Some foods can alleviate lower back pain, while other foods and drinks can exacerbate it. Potassium-rich foods such as bananas and leafy greens may provide some lower back pain relief.  Lower back pain may be caused by constipation. High fiber foods, including fruits and vegetables, can help alleviate constipation and get you back on track. Make sure you're drinking at least 8 ounces of water a day, since dehydration can also play a role in lower back pain. Avoid processed sugar, aspartame, refined grains, caffeinated beverages (particularly sodas), and alcohol. Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep often goes hand-in-hand with chronic lower back pain. Often a few simple tweaks to your nighttime...

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Оцените свою осанку. Вставайте каждые полчаса. Измените свой рацион. Здоровый режим сна. Купите новый матрас. Бросайте курить. Снижайте уровень стресса.


Article in English: Poor visibility is extremely dangerous while driving, especially in winter, so it's important to ensure that your windshield wipers are in good working condition.  Old blades are prone to cracking, tearing or simply not working when faced with the icy precipitation that's beating against your windshield. Examine yours to see whether the rubber is cracked or frayed, and keep in mind that wiper blades are supposed to be replaced every 6 to 12 months. You could also consider buying wiper blades specifically designed for winter weather.  Fill the windshield washer reservoir with fresh washer fluid. Some washer fluids have a defroster additive and a lower freezing temperature,  making them a good choice for the cold winter months. Maintaining the correct tire pressure for your vehicle is very important during the winter months. Deflated tires have decreased traction, making them more prone to slipping on icy surfaces.  Keep in mind that your tire pressure will be affected by the decrease in temperature — in fact, for every 10 degree F drop in temperature, the air pressure in your tires will be reduced by about 1 PSI. Therefore, it's important to keep an eye on your tires throughout the winter months.  Use a tire gauge to see if your tires meet the standards set for your vehicle. If you're not familiar with the proper level for your vehicle, check the inside edge of your driver's side door frame. There should be a sticker there that indicates several things, including suggested tire pressure.  If you do not have a tire gauge, you can usually find one at your local gas station, where you can also fill your tires with air. This is usually free or costs very little. While checking the air pressure, it's also important to check how your tires are wearing. If they need replacing or rotating, do this before winter weather hits. A waxed surface repels snow, dirt and salt better than a non-waxed one. It will help your car look better and protect the paint.  Before you apply the wax, make sure to give the car a thorough...

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Замените стеклоочистители  и долейте жидкость. Проверьте давление накачки всех шин. Покройте автомобиль воском. Проверьте работу фар.


Article in English: Poorly maintained or out of tune cars are a significant source of pollution. These driving techniques won't work if you don't properly maintain your car, which you should do whether you're hypermiling or not:  Keep your car tuned up. Out of tune cars are more inefficient and produce more pollution. A regular schedule of maintenance for you car is the first step to even having a car you can hyper-mile with. Use high performance spark plugs. High performance spark plugs like iridium-tipped "performance" spark plugs create a larger combustion spark which contributes to fuller, more efficient burn in the combustion chamber. This provides slightly more power, better fuel efficiency and lower emissions. Use the lowest viscosity oil that is recommended by the manufacturer. Using anything lower than what is recommended can be unsafe. If the car is not "taking oil" - burning it or leaking - switch to synthetic oil (and ATF), as those greatly reduce internal powertrain friction, improve mileage and longevity. At the same time, oil changes can be done much less frequently, thus compensating for higher oil cost. Consider using very lightweight 0W-20 motor oil. Lightweight motor oil reduces the amount of work your engine has to do since it's easier to pump. Using 0W-20 motor oil can help to increase the engine's mileage, but at the expense of potentially reducing engine life. Correctly maintained tires are very important to hypermiling - they're the only way that your car touches the road, and incorrectly maintained tires can cause significant fuel inefficiency.   Align and balance the wheels. Car wheels are sometimes worn down unevenly or weighted or aligned very slightly off-center, which reduces efficiency. Check tire pressure regularly. If the tires are incorrectly inflated, then there will be excess drag, or insufficient surface contact with the road, causing significant decreases in fuel efficiency. Don't over-inflate tires to increase rolling or coasting distance. This can lead to increased wear and loss of...

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Подготовьте автомобиль. Следите за состоянием шин и колес. Уберите из машины лишние вещи.


Article in English: Popping blackheads and pimples can damage your pores, making them look larger. Once they are damaged, you can’t get them to shrink back up without professional treatments, which still might not work. While water doesn’t directly shrink your pores, it does keep your skin hydrated and plumped, making pores less noticeable. It may also help you avoid breakouts, which also prevents your pores from enlarging. If you leave your makeup on overnight, it will clog your pores, making them look larger and darker. Over time, your pores will also stretch because of the clogging makeup, making them more noticeable.  Cleanse away your makeup before bed every day. If you have trouble remembering to clean off your makeup, keep makeup removing cloths by your bed for easy cleansing. While your workout keeps you healthy, it can negatively affect your pores if you don’t wash your face. Wearing makeup or lotion during a workout can cause your pores to clog, and not washing after your workout can allow sweat and bacteria to seep into your pores. Avoid clogged pores with a quick wash. Facial cleansing cloths are a great option to quickly clean skin. Fats and unhealthy oils can inflame your skin, enlarging your pores. Minimize these fats and oils to keep your skin looking good. Healthy oils include monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, and omega-3s, while unhealthy oils include saturated fats and trans fats. Makeup brushes can harbor oils and bacteria. If you don’t keep them clean, these oils can clog your pores, cause breakouts, and make your pores look larger. Use a brush cleaner to remove the gunk and keep your skin clean. Makeup brushes should be cleaned once a month, except for eye makeup brushes, which should be cleaned twice a month. Smoking can damage your skin, including your pores. It reduces elasticity, making it harder for your pores to stay tight. Kick the habit to help your pores look smaller.

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Не выдавливайте высыпания на коже. Выпивайте как минимум восемь стаканов воды каждый день. Не спите с макияжем на лице. Умывайтесь до и после занятий спортом. Избегайте продуктов с высоким содержанием вредных жиров. Очищайте кисти для макияжа. Не курите


Article in English: Popping the blister makes a hole in your skin. This makes it more vulnerable to infections because it is easier for bacteria and dirt to get inside. It also exposes the more tender, underlying skin to use before it is ready, which can be very painful. Instead, you can:  Wash the area gently with soap and warm water. It is important to clean the blister in case it breaks open. This will reduce the amount of dirt and bacteria on your skin nearby which could infect it. Cover the blister with a BandAid. This will reduce the pain by protecting it from contact as you use your hand. It is important that the skin around the blister be clean and disinfected before you puncture the blister. This will reduce the likelihood of it getting infected. You can:  Wash the blister with warm water and soap. Don’t scrub because you don’t want to irritate it. But run it under water and wash it gently to make sure that any dirt, bacteria, or sweat is removed. Dab iodine, hydrogen peroxide, or rubbing alcohol on the area to kill any remaining bacteria. Use a clean cotton ball and gently wipe the blister and a small area around the blister itself. The goal of draining the blister is to get the fluid out without introducing bacteria or leaving an open wound. You can do this with a sterilized sewing needle.  Wash a needle with soap and water. Then wipe the needle with rubbing alcohol to kill any bacteria that may be on it. You can do this by putting alcohol on a cotton swab and rubbing it on the needle. The alcohol will quickly evaporate in the air. Slowly and carefully use the needle to make a tiny hole in the edge of the blister. Make the hole in the layer of skin that is on top of the fluid. The fluid will flow out of the hole. Do not remove the layer of skin that was on top of the bubble. Leave it so that it covers and protects the irritated skin beneath it. After it has been drained the blister is an open wound through which bacteria and dirt can get into your body. You can minimize the chances of this happening by:  Washing the...

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Не вскрывайте волдырь. Если вы все же собираетесь вскрыть волдырь, то сначала продезинфицируйте его. Дренируйте волдырь. Очистите волдырь и наложите на него повязку. Меняйте лейкопластырь каждый день. Если волдырь заполнен кровью, приложите холод. Обратитесь к врачу, если предполагаете, что волдырь является следствием чего-то более серьезного.


Article in English: Popsicle trays create the best results, while ice cube trays make miniature ice pops. The molds should be freezer-safe, preferably hard plastic. Popsicles don't have to be just juice. Experiment with different varieties of drinks, by making gatorade popsicles, pudding popsicles, smoothie popsicles, or ice cube popsicles. You don't want to overfill it because the mixture will expand while freezing. It also may make it harder for you to get it out of the mold if overfilled. Aluminum foil works best, but you can also use plastic wrap. Be sure that it's on tightly. Make sure it touches the bottom of it. The foil or wrap should hold the popsicle stick in its place. Check on it at intervals if desired. Serve as needed.

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Купите формочки для мороженого. Смешайте мороженое. Каждую формочку наполните примерно на 3/4. Заверните формы во что-нибудь. Вставьте палочку прямо по центру формы. Поставьте мороженое в морозильную камеру на несколько часов или на ночь, пока оно не замерзнет. Готово!


Article in English: Popular RPM-based Linux distributions include CentOS, Red Hat, and Fedora versions. This is the command line app that's the basis of all Linux distributions. Depending on your Linux version, you may have several ways of opening Terminal:  Press Ctrl+Alt+T or Ctrl+Alt+F1 (if you're on a Mac, substitute the ⌘ Command key for Ctrl. Click the text box at the top or bottom of the screen if possible. Open the Menu window and find the "Terminal" application, then click on it. If you aren't already logged into the "root" user directory, type in su and press ↵ Enter, then type in your root user password when prompted and press ↵ Enter. A "root" account is the Linux equivalent of an Administrator account on a Windows or Mac computer. This will normally be the Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection, which has an IP address currently listed on the right side of the window. Type in cd /etc/sysconfig/network-scripts and press ↵ Enter. Type in ls and press ↵ Enter. You should see your current connection's name in the upper-left side of the network option results. Type in vi ifcfg-network name and press ↵ Enter. Doing so will open the network's properties in your Vi editor. For a network named "eno12345678", for example, you'd enter vi ifcfg-eno12345678 here. Change the following values:   BOOTPROTO - Change dhcp to none   Any IPV6 entry - Delete any IPV6 entries entirely by moving the cursor to the I on the left and pressing Del.  ONBOOT - Change no to yes To do so: Type in PREFIX=24 and press ↵ Enter. You can also enter NETMASK=255.255.255.0 here. Type in GATEWAY=192.168.2.1 and press ↵ Enter. Substitute your preferred gateway address if different. You can use the File menu to do this, or you can type in :wq and press ↵ Enter.

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Обновите свою версию Linux. Откройте терминал. Получите права суперпользователя. Найдите сетевой интерфейс, которому нужно назначить новый IP-адрес. Перейдите в каталог сетевых скриптов. Выведите на экран параметры сети. Откройте параметры своего сетевого соединения. Измените параметры сети. Введите сетевую маску, адрес шлюза и DNS-сервера. Сохраните внесенные изменения и закройте файл.


Article in English: Popular brands include Glade and Febreeze; these are available at any grocery, home supply, and drug stores. These odor eliminators come in spray bottles that you spray over your furniture until damp and then let air dry. Using fabric odor eliminators will give your fabric a nice, fresh scent. However, they generally mask rather than treat and fully remove bad scents and stains. Consider this only as a temporary solution. There are several different options that require ingredients you probably already have in your home. Remember to do a test patch with any solution before applying it to the whole stained area - you don't want your furniture to get discolored in any way, which is always a potential risk when applying any solution to it.  Use baking soda and peroxide solution. Mix together 16 ounces of hydrogen peroxide, 1 teaspoon of dishwashing liquid and 1 tablespoon of baking soda. Apply onto urine stain until soaked. Leave on until completely dry. If a white residue appears, vacuum or brush off. Make a 50-50 water and vinegar solution. Combine equal parts warm water and distilled white vinegar. Soak a clean cloth or rag with the solution, and then rub the stain in a circular motion. You should do this at least twice. Then, allow the spot to dry. You can use a hair dryer or fan to help it dry a little quicker. If the odor is still there, you could risk spraying the spot with straight vinegar. At this point, the persistence of the smell suggests that the urine has worked its way into the fabric's fibers, so spray enough vinegar to do the same.  Try rubbing alcohol. Dampen the stain and then blot with a dry rag. Baking soda is a natural odor-fighter. Pour a large amount of baking soda - don't be skimpy here! - over the affected area until it is completely saturated. Use a scrub brush to push the baking soda into the fabric's fibers in a circular motion.  Once the baking soda has been sufficiently worked into the fabric, vacuum up the baking soda. This will aid the soda’s natural odor-fighting properties get...

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Используйте нейтрализатор запахов. Изготовьте и нанесите собственное чистящее средство. Используйте пищевую соду. Используйте фирменный очиститель мочи. Обратитесь в фирму по очистке ковров или мебельной обивки.


Article in English: Popular culture may not paint guys as being as appearance-conscious as women, but, in reality, some guys can be just as image-conscious (if not even more so).  If you're looking to flat-out compliment a guy's looks, try telling him he has a nice  smile, eyes, hair, or face. If you want to be more "forward", you can also compliment him on physical features like his arms, abs, and so on, but this is usually seen as an open acknowledgment of your attraction to him, so be careful about using this on platonic friends!  Research shows that women are much more likely to compliment men and other women on their appearance versus other attributes.  The way you compliment a guy's appearance can also substantially change the meaning of the compliment. For example, if you're complimenting a platonic guy friend, it's probably best to keep things light with comments like, "You have crazy eyes! There's a million different colors in there!" On the other hand, comments like, "Your eyes are like twin oceans... I feel like I could get lost in them" are probably best left for romance novels or people you're already very close to. Be aware that it may make their partner feel insecure. Studies show that women are much more likely to feel threatened when someone compliments their male partner's physical appearance. Sharply dressed men are practically begging for attention, so don't be afraid to give it to them. Complimenting someone's dress sense can be especially smart if you know the guy receiving the compliment is self-conscious about the way he looks. While it's fine to simply compliment someone's entire outfit, it's also acceptable to pick one specific part or aspect of the guy's style and focus on that instead.  Take note that men may not appreciate compliments on their fashion. Because it may violate gender norms for a man to care about being fashionable, he may take it the wrong way. By not accepting this kind of compliment, he could be trying to save face.  Compliments that reinforce gender stereotypes can cause bad...

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Отметьте внешность молодого человека. Отметьте стиль молодого человека. Отметьте физическую форму молодого человека.


Article in English: Popular people are able to easily start conversations with different types of people.  This can be scary or uncomfortable. Smile, make eye contact, and use a conversation starter that makes sense for the situation.  You can always give a compliment.  Try saying, "I love your ____ , where did you get those?" You can simply introduce yourself by saying, "Hi, my name is ___ ." If you are at some type of museum or exhibit, "This piece is really great. Are you familiar with this artist?" or "I love this type of stuff. Do you know of any other places I should check out?" Having a few go-to conversation starters keeps you from getting too nervous when talking to new people. Eye contact takes practice and can be especially difficult if you have low self esteem.  Start with 5 seconds, and work your way up. To break up the eye contact look at another feature on their face (never below the chin, and never over their shoulder),then come back to their eyes.  Making eye contact shows the person that you are interested in them and creates a connection between you and the other person. Make more eye contact when you are listening to a person than you do when you are the one speaking. Look people in the eye and smile when you see them.  It makes you look more attractive and will make the other person feel good.  Smiling will even improve your mood. You will probably find that if you smile at a person, they will smile right back at you because smiling is contagious.  A genuine smile draws other people to you and can help you make new friends.  Smiling signals to other people that you are a happy, positive person; the type of person people love to be around.

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Научитесь начинать разговор. Поддерживайте зрительный контакт во время разговора. Улыбайтесь людям.


Article in English: Popular software used by professionals, such as Adobe Flash, Photoshop, and Toon Boom Studios, cost hundreds of dollars. Save your money for now and start with a simple app like Animation Creator HD or Animation Desk Cloud, which are easy to use and only cost a few bucks. Familiarize yourself with its functions and features. Learn how to duplicate frames and manipulate the number of frames seen per second. Decide on a rate of frames that will be seen per second. Then perform each action that your characters enact and time yourself with a stopwatch to determine how many seconds it takes.. For each action performed, multiply the number of seconds it takes to complete by the number of frames seen per second to determine how many frames you’ll need to draw for each action. Also determine how many frames each line of recorded dialogue will require to animate. If the dialogue is spoken at a normal speed from start to finish, simply check the timeline for each line. If one word or more is stretched out, however, check how long each syllable is prolonged. For example, imagine an announcer shouting, “Goooaaal!” at a soccer match; the shape of the announcer’s mouth will form the vowel sound for much longer than it will with the consonants. Use regular drawing paper to outline and color in the background for each scene. For each element that appears in the middle- or foreground of the first frame, lay an acetate sheet over the original design and trace the outline. Break it down into moving parts versus static parts and trace each separately on its own acetate sheet; for example, draw the base of a fan (static) on one sheet and the fan’s rotors (moving) on another. Then flip the sheet over and color in the outline on the back of the sheet. Secure your background to a rostrum with a small amount of blue tack. Layer your acetate sheets in order on top of it, from middle- to foreground. Mount a digital camera directly above, aiming down, and photograph.  Take a test shot or two to make sure your camera is distanced far...

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Установите недорогое приложение для создания анимации. Распланируйте действия героев по времени. Нарисуйте фоновое изображение (или изображения). Нарисуйте каждый элемент кадра. Сфотографируйте первый кадр. Создайте следующий кадр. Загрузите фотографии в компьютер. Создайте из фотографий анимацию. Завершите создание мультфильма.


Article in English: Popular software used by professionals, such as Adobe Flash, Photoshop, and Toon Boom Studios, cost hundreds of dollars. Save your money for now and start with a simple app like Animation Creator HD or Animation Desk Cloud, which are easy to use and only cost a few bucks. Use a tablet if you have one. Drawing directly on a screen is often preferred by artists. Familiarize yourself with the program’s functions and features. Sample the different kinds of brushes it offers. Learn how to duplicate frames, add more layers per frame, and change the rate of frames seen per second.  Practice by animating a stick figure running in place. In the first frame, draw the whole body in a single layer. Add a second frame. With most apps, a new blank frame will appear as a translucent “onion skin” so you can trace the previous frame underneath it. Trace the stick figure’s head and upper torso on the second frame. Next, draw the arms so that one arm rises slightly forward, while the other falls behind. Do the same with the legs. Add a third blank frame. Trace the head and upper body as before and alter the position of each arm and leg again. Continue the process until you’ve created enough frames for your stick figure to run a few strides, then play it back to watch. Practice drawing in layers next. Animate another stick figure running in place, only this time draw the head and upper torso in a single layer. Add a second layer to the first frame to draw the arms. Add a third layer and draw the legs. Then duplicate the first frame so you now have two identical frames. In the second frame, erase the arms in the second layer and draw them in new positions. Do the same with the legs in the third layer. Duplicate the second frame and repeat the process until your stick figure runs a few strides, without you ever having to draw the head and upper torso more than once. Choose the screen ratio that you prefer for your opening shot. In your first frame, create layers for your foreground, middle-ground, and background respectively....

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Установите недорогое программное обеспечение для создания анимации. Протестируйте работу в установленном приложении. Создайте новый файл в своем приложении. Оцените раскадровку. Заполните каждый слой своими элементами. Скопируйте кадр. По ходу работы проверяйте полученный результат. Экспортируйте видеофайл. Импортируйте все анимированные сцены в один видеопроект. Импортируйте аудиофайлы.


Article in English: Popular standard degreasers like WD-40 aren't the best option for a garage door. Instead, purchase a lithium-based grease at a hardware store or online. There are also certain greases that are made specifically for garage doors. Do not use oil.  Garage door grease will typically come in an aerosol or spray can. Oil is susceptible to dirt and dust buildup and is more likely to drip than garage door grease or lube. Read the label to make sure that the grease that you are using is appropriate for your doors. Slowly lift your garage door up manually and spray each hinge as it meets the bend of the track. This will lubricate the moving parts on the door and will make opening and closing the garage door much smoother. Use one or two sprays on each hinge. Your hinges should be covered in lubricant. The rollers are the circular moving pieces on your garage door and are attached to each of your hinges. Inside of these rollers are small ball bearings that need to be lubricated for your door to open and close smoothly. Use the thin hose attachment to spray the grease inside of the rollers. Wipe out any excess lubricant so your door doesn't become unbalanced.  Any exposed ball bearings must be thoroughly lubricated. Don't spray any lubricant on nylon rollers. The springs can usually be found at the top of the garage door and must be fully lubricated as well. The bearing plates are the moving circular parts on both sides of the springs. Spray down the outside of the springs and near the center of the bearing plates, then open and close your garage door to spread the grease around.  You will most likely need a step ladder to reach the springs and bearing plates. If your springs are making noises, you need to grease your springs. If your springs are damaged or bent, have them replaced before moving on. Lubricating the lock will make locking your garage door easier, and can prevent rust in the long run. Point the lubricant towards the lock's keyhole and spray it once to lubricate it. Once you're done lubricating the lock,...

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Купите смазку на основе лития или обычную смазку для гаражных ворот. Откройте дверь и распылите смазку на каждую из петель. Смажьте ролики. Распылите спрей на наружные пружины и опорные пластины. Распылите спрей на замок и кронштейн. Смажьте верхнюю часть направляющей.


Article in English: Porcelain grill grates can chip easily if you use a metal or wire bristle brush. Avoid this by using a soft bristle brush, such as a brush made with nylon bristles. This way, the porcelain is not at risk of getting damaged when you clean it. A medium bristle toothbrush and a scouring pad will also be helpful for removing grime from smaller areas. You can get a standard square head soft bristle grill brush or try a grill brush with a rounded head. A soft bristle grill brush with a rounded head can make it easier to clean the grates. The grill will be easier to clean when it is warm. Heat up the grill to burn off any excess food on the grill grates. Then turn off the grill and let it cool for a few minutes so the brush bristles won’t melt. A key to keeping the grill grates clean is to clean them each time you are done cooking. After removing the food and turning off the heat, clean the grates with the brush while they are still warm. Then, apply a light cooking oil or grease to the grates so the grill is ready for the next use.

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Возьмите щетку с мягкой щетиной и абразивную губку. Нагрейте гриль. Повторяйте процедуру после каждого использования гриля.


Article in English: Pores enlarge when they become clogged with dirt, oil, or bacteria, causing them to become inflamed. Washing your face regularly but not too often — once in the morning, once at night — will help keep your pores looking smaller and feeling better. Place the ice cubes gently along your pores for 15 to 30 seconds. This will have a tightening effect on your skin. Makeup artists swear by baking soda, as it may help minimize the appearance of pores while fighting acne at the same time. If you have very sensitive skin, however, use baking soda with caution, as it may irritate your skin.  Mix equal parts baking soda and warm water (2 tablespoons each) into a paste. Using a circular motion, massage paste into pores gently for about 30 seconds. Rinse off using cool water. Use this regimen as part of your normal face-washing routine, every night, for 5 to 7 days. After a week of use, reduce regimen to 3 to 5 times per week. Place the washcloth firmly on your face for one minute. Then rinse your skin with warm water. Lemon and pineapple juice contain natural enzymes that tighten and firm the face while also purifying and brightening the skin if you have sensitive skin use moisturizer before hand just to make sure the citrus doesn't break you out. Lemon particularly has the ability to cleanse and shrink the appearance of pores. A scrub, as opposed to a wash, usually contains very small beads or other massaging implements (think finely ground apricot cores, for example) that assist in unclogging pores. Certain light scrubs can be used nightly instead of face wash. If you're going to use a scrub instead of a wash, leave it at that. Don't wash your face afterwards; it's an either/or thing. Excessive washing of your skin can cause irritation and redness, rendering any gains in pore-reducing virtually useless. Plain yogurt contains lactic acid and probiotics, which when applied to the skin, help keep the bad bacteria that causes acne in check, thereby reducing the appearance of pore size.  Apply a thin layer of plain yogurt...

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Мойте лицо ежедневно, но не слишком часто. Кубики льда. Сделайте пасту из соды. Смочите полотенце в смеси лимонного и ананасового соков. Используйте легкий скраб. Попробуйте маску из йогурта. Ешьте здоровую пищу. Используйте альфа-и бета-гидроксильные кислоты (или АНА и BHA).


Article in English: Pork skin is easy to find at smaller butcher shops, charcuteries, or international meat markets. Alternatively, buy a large cut of pork belly with the skin on it. Make sure there is at least a quarter inch (0.6 centimeter) of skin on the meat.  Buy at least a pound (420 grams) of pork skin, not including the meat. Use the skin within 3 days of purchase. The high moisture content of pork skin causes it to spoil quickly. Cut away any meat by slicing through the fatty layer. Next, use the back of a knife or a large spoon to scrape the fat away from each strip of skin. The more fat you remove, the puffier the skins will become. Make sure you always practice good knife safety when handling tough cuts of meat.  Pork skin is tough and rubbery. The fat will be soft and easily scraped away. The leftover fat can be rendered into lard or discarded. The meat can be saved for a pork dish. Once most of the fat is removed from the skin, cut the pork skin into small, bite-sized squares. Aim for pieces that are 2 x 2 inches (about 5 x 5 centimeters).  The pork skins will double in size when fried. Therefore, avoid making excessively large pieces. Wash your hands, knife, and cutting surface after handling raw meat. Consuming raw meat can cause severe illness.

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Купите свиную шкурку. Отделите кожу от мяса и жирового слоя. Разрежьте шкурку на небольшие кусочки.


Article in English: Pornography and sex are charged subjects, and there is no consensus among psychologists or medical experts on the effects of porn or whether a porn habit should be described as an addiction. People who develop a pornography habit may do so to reduce stress, cure boredom, feel good, cope with negative feelings or sensations, or avoid to withdrawal symptoms. That said, the following warning signs should tip you off that your pornography habit is something to take seriously:  You find it difficult to cut back on your pornography viewing. You lie about the amount of pornography you watch. Your relationships, job, or studies have taken a backseat to pornography. You prefer watching pornography to sex. Keep a notebook to write in any time you crave pornography or watch it. Write down a description of the scene directly before the craving started, including your mood, what you were doing, and how you were feeling that day. Stress, lack of sleep, friends who engage in or talk about porn, or easy access to pornography are all possible triggers. When possible, avoid triggers altogether. If seeing semi-erotic TV ads is a trigger, avoid watching programs that may have that kind of content. If it's your commute past the local college campus, drive another way. If you cannot reasonably avoid a trigger, plan in advance how you will thwart the trigger's effect on you.  If the trigger is unavoidable, make a mental plan in advance for what you will do in that situation. Picture yourself ignoring the trigger, thinking of what to make for dinner instead, or leaving the computer and taking a walk outside. Do something to take your mind off the trigger, such as reading a book, listening to music, or doing something else that will occupy your mind. Carry around distracting items such as an exciting book or a puzzle collection. If you are sexually or romantically frustrated, try seeking a relationship or a more casual sexual relationship. If you are trying to stop watching porn because of its unrealistic depictions of sex and...

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Осознайте признаки негативного поведения. Определите провоцирующие факторы. Придумайте стратегический план, как избежать соблазна. Найдите здоровые альтернативы. Обратитесь за профессиональной помощью.


Article in English: Pornos very often take their cues from existing movies, either twisting the title with double entendres, or simply going for the raunchy pun. For example, in Zack and Miri Make a Porno, they decided to make a spoof of Star Wars, called Star Whores. What trendy piece of culture can you take from and add to?  Other examples of pornified titles might include Jack Reach-around, Breast of Memphis, Skyball 0069, or The Night Night Saga: Going Down. Though classy titles like "Girls with Guns" also get the message across just as well. Your concept does not necessarily need to be a spoof. You may decide on a single-scene vignette that focuses on an intimate moment with just one or two actors, or a more ambitious movie with an original plot, such as the classic Deep Throat. Now that you've got your concept, what are you gonna need to bring it to fruition? What obstacles might you be able to predict popping up? Things to consider in your initial planning include:   Market. Determine if your movie will be released as a film, DVD, or sold to an online porn distributor.      Length of film. Depending on the concept and your market, your movie may be just 5 to 10 minutes, or a full-length movie.  Number of actors. This will be directly related to the length of the film. While a full-length traditional movie might be made with a very small ensemble—even one or two actors, a porno needs to keep things fresh from scene to scene  Props and set. If your movie is about aliens from outer space, you're gonna need to stockpile the green makeup and aluminum foil. What does your concept require? Ideally, you have investors. Your producer's pockets are deep and money isn't an issue. But realistically, you have your roommate's camera and some duct tape you stole from your school's workshop. Here are a few things to consider:  Equipment purchase or rental -- lighting, sound, editing, and music.  Actors. If you film a couple amateurs for a single-scene shot, the budget will be fairly low. The prices for a star, quite obviously, will be...

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Составьте общее представление о будущей картине. Обдумайте материальное обеспечение проекта. Подсчитайте бюджет. Напишите черновой сценарий. Спланируйте и нарисуйте раскадровку. Наймите актеров. Позаботьтесь о законности. Найдите съемочную команду. Распланируйте съемку.


Article in English: Position the diaphragm on the left upper part of the chest where the 4th to 6th ribs meet, almost directly under the breast. Hold the stethoscope between your pointer and middle fingers and apply enough gentle pressure so that you don’t hear your fingers rubbing together. Ask the patient to relax and breathe normally. You should hear the normal sounds of the human heart, which sound like “lub-dub.” These sounds are also called systolic and diastolic. Systolic is the “lub” sound and diastolic is the “dub” sound.  The “lub,” or systolic, sound happens when the mitral and tricuspid valves of the heart close. The “dub,” or diastolic, sound happens when the aortic and pulmonic valves close. The normal resting heart rate for adults and children over 10 years old is between 60-100 beats per minute. For well-trained athletes, the normal resting heart rate may only be between 40-60 beats per minute. There are several different ranges of resting heart rates to consider for patients under 10 years old. Those ranges include: Newborns up to one month old: 70-190 beats per minute Infants 1 - 11 months old: 80 - 160 beats per minute Children 1 - 2 years old: 80 - 130 beats per minute Children 3 - 4 years old: 80 - 120 beats per minute Children 5 - 6 years old: 75 - 115 beats per minute Children 7 - 9 years old: 70 - 110 beats per minute As you count the heartbeats, you should also listen for any abnormal sounds. Anything that does not sound like lub-dub may be considered abnormal. If you hear anything abnormal, your patient may need further evaluation by a doctor.  If you hear a whooshing sound or a sound that is more like “lub...shhh...dub,” your patient might have a heart murmur. A heart murmur is blood rushing quickly through the valves. Many people have what are called “innocent” heart murmurs. But some heart murmurs do point to issues with heart valves, so you should advise your patient to see a doctor if you detect a heart murmur.  If you hear a third heart sound that is like a low-frequency vibration, your patient...

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Держите диафрагму над сердцем пациента. Слушайте сердце на протяжении минуты. Считайте число ударов сердцебиения в минуту. Прислушивайтесь к ненормальным тонам сердца.


Article in English: Position the paper horizontally. You can use any type of paper you have lying around the house.  If you want sturdier claws, then use thicker paper.

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Расположите бумагу на плоской поверхности.


Article in English: Position the paper vertically (portrait). You can use any type of paper you have lying around the house.  If you want sturdier claws, then use thicker paper.

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Положите бумагу на плоскую поверхность.


Article in English: Position the slat support on the inside of the outer board so that the top of slat support is even with the top of the support post. Check for level and secure the slat support in place with seven 2 ½" screws. Position the second slat support on the inside of the sideboard so that the top is even with the top of the support post. Check for level and secure the slat support in place with seven 2 ½" screws. Position the end support on the inside of the headboard so that the top of the end support is even with the top of the side slat supports. Secure it in place with four 2 ½" screws. Position the end support on the inside of the footboard so that the top of the end support is even with the top of slat support and the support post. Secure it in place with four 2 ½" screws. Measure and mark the locations of the fourteen slats, creating even spacing along the slat support. Attach each of the 14 slats by drilling a pilot hole at each end into the side slat supports and securing them with two 1 ½" screws.

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Приложите и прикрепите первую опору для перекладин. Приложите и прикрепите вторую опору для перекладин. Прикрепите первую боковую опору. Прикрепите вторую боковую опору. Уложите перекладины.


Article in English: Positive affirmations are statements that are almost like self-compliments.  These aren't just to boost your confidence; they can actually increase your problem solving skills under stress.  Think of your most valued personality traits.  Do you consider yourself creative?  Intelligent?  Talented?  Make your positive affirmations revolve around the traits that best describe you as a person. Say to yourself ten times every day: "I am intelligent.  I can use my intelligence to achieve my goals.  I am creative.  I can use my inventiveness as a problem solving tool.  I am a gifted individual." Be sure you say positive affirmations that are realistic and which revolve around you.  Don't say things like "I am good at focusing on the task at hand" if you actually struggle with focusing on tasks.  This can have a negative effect and may actually lower your esteem.  Instead, say things like "I  am able to work hard on getting focused," or future affirmations like "I can get better at being more focused." Obsessing about all the things that can go wrong only increases anxiety and places your focus on what not to do, instead of what to do.  Think to yourself, "If I work out regularly, I will look amazing."  You will find yourself optimistic and eager to work out every day.  If you constantly think to yourself, "If I don't run today, I'll get fat and won't look attractive," then you'll be too worried to perform the task properly and it will be preformed rushed and unprofessionally. Working from a place of doubt and anxiety can cause you to take no action at all.  Since you'll be so afraid of screwing up, you may actually not take any action just to be "safe."  Not taking actions will not get you where you need to be. The idea of only being able to do something when you "feel like it" is toxic to success.  Sure, inspiration often strikes us at random times, but don't be reliant on inspiration to get things done.  When we say to ourselves, "I just can't get out of bed to exercise," we are really saying, "I just can't get...

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Повторяйте себе позитивные установки и аффирмации. Сконцентрируйте свое внимание на том, что вы можете обрести, вместо того, чтобы думать о том, что можете потерять. Исключите из своего лексикона фразу «я не в настроении». Планируя то, что вам нужно выполнить, пользуйтесь схемой «если-то» (или «когда-тогда», в зависимости от контекста). Воспринимайте неудачу, как процесс устранения неэффективного метода. Наслаждайтесь своими успехами, но не зацикливайтесь на них.


Article in English: Positive daily affirmations can help you to be more confident. Take a few moments before you go to work or school to look at yourself in the mirror and say something encouraging to yourself. You can either say something that you believe about yourself or something that you would like to believe about yourself. Some examples of positive affirmations include:  “I am an intelligent person.” “I am a good father.” “I have accomplished many important things in my life.” “People enjoy spending time with me.” Negative thoughts are common in all people, but they may be even more common if you lack confidence. It is important to acknowledge and challenge any negative thoughts that you have in order to be confident. Practice acknowledging the thought and then saying what you do not accept it. For example, if you have the thought, “I am stupid,” acknowledge that it is just a thought by saying to yourself, “I am having the thought that I am stupid.” Then, challenge the thought by replacing it with something positive like, “I am an intelligent person.” Visualization is a powerful tool that can help you to be more confident. To use visualization, close your eyes and imagine a time when you succeeded at something or when you felt especially confident. Try to remember every detail of that moment, where you were, who was there, what was said, and how you felt. Replay this moment over in your head once a day to help build yourself-confidence. Little reminders placed all around your house may also help you to be more confident. Write positive messages to yourself on sticky notes and post them all around your house, in your drawers at work, or in your locker at school. The more you see these positive messages about yourself, the more you will start to believe them. Some things you might write on the sticky notes include, “You are brilliant!” “You have the best ideas!” or “You’re doing a great job!” Use your imagination to come up with encouraging messages to leave for yourself. Other people can also have a big impact on your...

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Говорите себе хорошее. Признайте наличие негативных мыслей и начните бороться с ними. Представьте себя уверенным в себе человеком. Оставляйте для себя особые записки. Окружите себя позитивными людьми. Заботьтесь о себе.


Article in English: Positive discipline is a type of discipline that uses positive alternatives and non-violent methods to respect and reward children when they behave well and to correct any negative behavior. Unlike punishment, positive discipline does not advocate the use of shame, ridicule, aggression or violence to correct student behavior. This type of discipline argues that students respond better to positive approaches, like choice, negotiation, discussion, and a system of rewards. As a teacher, you will also have more control over your classroom using positive discipline, as you will be advocating the students to make choices and decisions for themselves, rather than try to force them to act correctly. This type of discipline can also lead to long term peace in the classroom, as students will learn how to self correct and how to come up with solutions or issues among themselves. Positive discipline is based on seven key principles, which can act as classroom rules for you in your role as the teacher or leader. The seven principles are:  To respect the child's dignity. To develop pro-social behavior and encourage self-discipline. To maximize the child's participation in class discussion. To respect the child's developmental needs and quality of life. To respect the child's motivation and life views. To assure fairness and justice through equality and non-discrimination. To promote solidarity among students in the classroom. Positive discipline is based on a four-step process that recognized appropriate behavior in the classroom and rewards the behavior. You can apply these steps to an individual student or to the classroom as a whole.  First, describe the appropriate behavior you are expecting from the individual or the class. For example, if you are trying to get the class to settle down, you may say: “Class, please quiet down now.” Then, provide reasons why this behavior is appropriate. For example: “We are going to start our English lesson and it is important that you all listen closely to me.” Ask for acknowledgement...

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Поймите разницу между наказанием и позитивными воспитательными мерами. Запомните семь принципов позитивного воспитания. Следуйте четырем этапам позитивного воспитания. Применяйте меры позитивного воспитания на практике.


Article in English: Positive people are generally drawn to other positive people. If you want to attract positive individuals into your life, it makes sense that you should let those people know that you are also positive. You can do this in subtle ways once you learn how to tune into and project your best, most desirable qualities.  Think about what makes you a positive individual. Do you compliment others or go out of your way to be kind, for example? Make a conscious effort to engage in those activities more frequently - not just so others will see you, but to cultivate a more positive lifestyle of your own. Let your actions speak for you when it comes to what kind of person you are and what type of life you live. Chances are there are already some very strong, positive individuals in your life. As you distance yourself from people you no longer wish to be around, it's important to replace those individuals with the people you do want around. Generally, it's best to keep positive, caring people close to you, as they make good friends and can help influence you to better yourself.  Think about the friends, family members, and coworkers who are always positive in the face of adversity. You should also think about who the kindest, most considerate/compassionate individuals are in your life.  Reach out to those people. Make an effort to spend more time together, and try inviting them to social events so you can spend as much time as possible together. In addition to the people already in your life, you should actively seek out new positive people to befriend. Finding new people who are positive and compassionate will help you further cement your social circle with people you admire and want to be around. This can help make you a better, more desirable friend for others.

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Определите и проявляйте свои лучшие качества. Научитесь находить позитивных людей среди ваших знакомых. Знакомьтесь и проводите время с новыми позитивными людьми.


Article in English: Positive reinforcement produces a pleasant impact on our brain. It motivates our brain to repeat the reinforced behavior in order to experience the pleasant feeling again. Positive reinforcement can be provided by a family member, a teacher and even by the student himself. Students with traumatic brain injuries get exhausted easily and need rest. Therefore, children with TBI should not be forced to stay in school for very long periods of time, like other students. They should be allowed to leave school earlier and should also be given plenty of breaks throughout the day.  The physical and mental abilities and capacities of a child might be limited initially during the rehabilitation phase, it is important to gradually increase the attendance at school instead of imposing strict attendance and difficult tasks initially. Make the work given more home based and gradually increase the difficulty level. The assessment will reveal the current capacities and functioning level of the child. Plan and structure the environment accordingly. Teachers should be less demanding. The routine and assignments should be flexible. There should be no time limit for such students. They should be allowed to have rest many times a day and should be given separate place for getting relaxed and getting out of agitation. Patients with brain injuries should be allowed to spend most of their time in leisure activities. If they enjoy watching TV, playing games or passing time on internet; give them enough time to enjoy these activities. Take them to beach, to a park or to the cinema, they should be allowed to have as much fun and enjoyment as possible. Develop some new hobbies like gardening, walking, painting etc. Students with TBI often have problems in moving from one place to another. They should be given seat near teacher with some good student beside them. They should be given enough space for moving. They should also be helped while changing their class according to subject. Teacher should allow them to leave 5 minutes earlier for...

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Часто оказывайте положительное воздействие. Позволяйте учащемуся отдохнуть или уйти домой по необходимости. Создайте гибкий график для вашего учащегося. Разрешайте учащемуся часто проводить время на досуге. Убедитесь, что у учащегося есть возможность двигаться, если ему понадобится.


Article in English: Positive relationships are crucial to having a sense of calm, stability, and well-being. To be a leader or a hero in your own life you must be able to inspire and motivate others to be the people they want to be.  Focus on building others up. Give compliments readily. Let others know you appreciate them for what they do. For example, if your friend helped you volunteer you could say, "I really appreciate that you volunteered at the homeless shelter with me. It shows that you are willing to help not only me, but others in the community. You also did a great job; I noticed how comforting and understanding you were." Be positive when others are struggling. Tell them that you believe in them and you are willing to help if they need a hand. You could say something like, "I know you are having a hard time and it is understandable. I want you to know that I am here for you. I believe in you and I know you can get through this." Provide direction and a listening hear for others if they seek it. However, avoid telling people what to do in their personal lives (relationships, etc.) as this may backfire. Instead, ask them questions, be interested and validate of their feelings. A hero's life is about service to others rather than financial or social gain. Empathy is a crucial component to being a hero. Heroes care about others and want to help them. Take Superman for example; he did not want fame but was focused on helping others– he even had a disguise (Clark Kent) so he could lead a normal life.  If you have the resources, you can donate goods, money, or services to organizations that help those in need. One option is to help the needy by volunteering at a local food bank or homeless shelter. When you see someone struggling, don't ignore them, ask them about themselves and provide any support that you feel comfortable with. People often learn through social interactions and observation. Setting a positive example for others is a great way to become a hero for others as well as yourself. Show others that you stand up...

Summary in Russian:

Вдохновляйте и мотивируйте других людей. Служите другим. Будьте человеком, с которого захотят брать пример. Привлеките других людей.


Article in English: Positive self-talk refers to the positive way that your inner voice talks to you and views yourself. This inner voice impacts your motivation, outlook, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Positive self-talk is a way to talk to yourself that will help you gain confidence, build a healthier lifestyle, and reduce negative thoughts. Positive self-talk can also help keep a health perspective on your emotions. Remind yourself that emotions and the urge to want to cut are just emotions and not fact. They will pass or can be improved. The feelings you are having that make you want to cut will not always be there. One way to incorporate positive self-talk into your everyday life is to leave visual reminders around. Use post-it notes or taped pieces of paper to leave positive phrases about yourself around your living areas. You can also write messages on your mirror, on a window, or on dry erase boards. This way, you will see the reminders every day and it will help improve you mood. It will also help you see positive messages when you are thinking about cutting. Good examples of positive phrases include:  I am lovable. I am special. I am confident. I can achieve my goals. I am beautiful/handsome. My feelings are just feelings. My emotions will not last forever. Emotions are not facts. Harming myself does not solve my problems. Harming myself might provide quick relief, but not long term relief. I can overcome my anger/sadness/anxiety without harming. I can trust someone with my feelings right now. I can seek support. I’m going to make it. Positive self-talk will help you acknowledge and understand thought patterns that impact urges to self-harm. The first step is to learn to acknowledge your thoughts because they are often a habit. Some people find it helpful to create a journal to help record the daily thought processes. Writing them down allows you to critically think about your feelings and thoughts as well as process how to handle things differently.  The goal is not to change your thoughts but to become aware of...

Summary in Russian:

Прислушайтесь к позитивному внутреннему диалогу. Оставьте себе напоминания. Заведите дневник для записей мыслей. Оцените свои мысли.


Article in English: Positive self-talk refers to your inner voice and the way that you talk to yourself. This inner voice impacts your motivation, outlook, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Positive self-talk is a way to talk to yourself to gain confidence, build a healthier lifestyle and reduce negative thoughts. Examples of positive self-talk include:  I am lovable. I am special. I am confident. I can achieve my goals. I am beautiful. Harming myself does not solve my problems. I can overcome my anger, sadness, and anxiety without harming. I can trust someone with my feelings right now. I can seek support. Remind yourself by using post-it notes or leaving messages on your mirror. If you have trouble believing abstract statements such as “I am special” or “I am confident,” you don’t have to use them just yet. Instead, use positive statements that focus on the behavior you want to achieve. These might give you more specific guidance, such as “I can trust someone with my feelings right now,” and “Harming myself does not solve my problems.” Positive self-talk should not be mandated by others. Instead, it should be used when you feel like it is helpful. A coping skills box or kit is a container that you fill with supplies to help stop the urge to self-harm. These supplies will remind you of what you have. They may also help you redirect your energy into something positive, such as creating art. Some supplies for this box might include:  Pictures of friends, family, or pets Journal Art supplies Inspiring quotes Music or lyrics You don't have to wait until you feel an urge to talk. Share the ups and downs with your close friends and relatives. Surround yourself with their support. When you feel the urge to self-harm, the best thing you can do is tell someone you feel that way.  It is hard to verbalize our feelings and sometimes it is easier to act out our feelings of sadness, anger, or lonely in the form of self-harm. But for long-term success, it is important to address the underlying stress.  If you self-harm, it might be...

Summary in Russian:

Попробуйте научиться позитивному внутреннему диалогу. Сделайте себе коробку материалов для преодоления трудностей. Поговорить с близкими, кому вы доверяете. Напишите записку. Попробуйте в качестве самоуспокоения использовать технику пяти органов чувств. Попробуйте медитировать или молиться. Попробуйте дыхательные упражнения. Используя воображение, создайте себе вымышленное «безопасное место». Попробуйте прогрессивную мышечную релаксацию. Совершите осознанную прогулку.


Article in English: Positive terminals will be indicated by the plus symbol (+), and negative terminals will be indicated by a minus symbol(-). The positive jumper cable is usually red in color if it is not labeled otherwise. The order in which you attach the jumper cables does make a difference, so follow this pattern: First connect one end of the positive jumper cable to the dead battery, then connect the other positive end of the jumper cable to the charged battery. If  the jumper cables and the battery you are charging have enough power, the car engine should turn over easily and start. If the engine in the car with the dead battery fails to start, allow five more minutes to pass for the dead battery to charge. This will allow the alternator in the car to recharge the battery.

Summary in Russian:

Идентифицируйте на каждой батарее положительные и отрицательные выводы. Соедините каждый зажим красного стартового провода с положительными выводами обоих аккумуляторов. Попытайтесь завести машину с севшим аккумулятором. Позвольте заведённому автомобилю поработать, по меньшей мере, минут пять.