You may think it's a good idea to act totally cool in front of this person. In reality, they’ve got quirks and they'll feel much more comfortable around you if you don't hide yours. Sing a tad off-key without being embarrassed, confess that you still watch your favorite childhood cartoons, or admit that you dip your fries in barbecue sauce. Sharing the little silly things that define you will bring you closer to the other person. Also, a minor disclosure deepens your relationship, since you probably haven't told everyone this information. Most people like others who are able to give it to them straight. Lying or fudging the truth may make you seem untrustworthy, so aim to be truthful. You should still exercise tact, though. For instance, if the person asks if you like their favorite movie, say “Hmm, it's not really my thing, but I did like the main character's personality. I can see why you like him—he's hilarious!” Don't say, “No, I hate that movie!” One thing that's distinctive about you is the principles and convictions that you hold dear. Those things are at the core of who you are, so it's important  to stay true to yourself, even at the risk of someone not liking you. Sticking to your beliefs takes courage.  It's not easy to be the one who stands up to a bully or refuses to go along with a harmful or dangerous prank. Being true to yourself might make you unpopular with some people but could also attract those with whom you share common values. Having healthy self-respect means you like yourself no matter what. When you're communicating with others, avoid comparing yourself to others or belittling yourself in any way.  Remind yourself of your strengths by listing them out to yourself. You might say, “I'm a great listener” or “I can make people laugh.” Respecting yourself also means not doing anything that goes against your personal beliefs or values. Self-respect is key to earning respect from others. It's difficult for people to treat you with real regard if you don't treat yourself well.

TL;DR in Russian:

Покажите свои причуды. Общайтесь искренне, но соблюдайте тактичность. Отстаивайте свои ценности и убеждения. Уважайте себя.


You may think scheduling time for sex is not romantic, or that sex is better when it’s spontaneous, but give it a chance. If you are always "too busy," this is one way to nail down your priorities. Plan one day each week that you commit to having sex with your partner. Throughout the day, build up the excitement and build the tension. Make it something you and your partner look forward to doing. Even a short weekend away can alleviate the burden of daily life. Sometimes work, school, or kids present too many distractions that interfere with your sex drive. Break away from routine by eliminating distractions and allow your focus to be on your partner and your relationship.  If need be, find a babysitter (or pet sitter) and take a mini-vacation. It can be as simple as camping in the woods or going to a little motel down the road. Your budget won't allow for travel? Take a vacation at home by shutting off the computer and cell phones, turning off the TV, and making a point to connect with your partner. Light some candles, invest in some silky sheets, and make your bedroom a sanctuary for the two of you. Create positive associations in the bedroom and get rid of anything that doesn’t appear inviting: piles of laundry, work papers, or children’s toys. If you've been passive leading up to your intimate sessions, take the lead for a change. If you feel like you're always the one to initiate sex, talk to your partner about it and tell them that you don't want to feel like the sex hound in the relationship. Make sure everything is out on the table and that you're both satisfied with the way things progress. Your sex life is about more than what happens between the sheets. If you're not close emotionally, if you're not spending time together and understanding each other, the sex will suffer and so will your relationship. You have to talk and you have to spend time with each other, taking care of every aspect of your relationship. Feel comfortable enough with your partner to share your hopes, fears, dreams, and desires....

TL;DR in Russian:

Выделяйте время для секса. Отправляйтесь в отпуск с партнером. Создайте подходящую атмосферу. Инициируйте секс сами. Не забывайте об эмоциональной близости. Обратитесь к психологу.


You may think that because cats seem to groom themselves, you don't need to brush them. But you do need to brush long-hair cats several times a week and short-hair cats weekly. This will help reduce shedding in your home and also help the cat avoid the dreaded hairballs. For cats that tend to shed (long-haired ones especially), use a comb that has fine strands of metal. This gets deep into the undercoat and eliminates shedding. Be on the lookout for any fleas or other parasites, and for any unusual redness, lumps, bumps, or other skin problems. If you see anything suspicious, let your veterinarian know and ask for advice on how you should take care of it. Just like any member of the family, a cat needs regular medical visits. Unlike human children, cats can't let us know when they're not feeling well. They rely on their humans to take them to a veterinarian for regular medical examinations to keep them healthy. It is important that a cat sees a vet at least once a year, for a physical check-up: teeth, ears, eyes, heart, booster vaccinations, and deflea/deworm treatments. All cat owners should consider getting their pet vaccinated against the following: feline infectious enteritis (FIE), cat ‘flu and feline leukemia virus (FeLV). All can kill cats if they become infected and so it is important to protect your pet. You may also find that a cattery will not accept your pet, should you need their services, without proof of these and potentially other vaccinations. Your vet can advise exactly what vaccinations are required for your pet. If you are at all concerned about your cat’s health or behaviour you should see your vet as soon as possible. Older cats might need to see a veterinarian twice yearly for optimal health. Just like human babies, kittens need to see the vet more often than adult cats. Starting at around 8 weeks of age, they'll need 2-3 visits to have their vaccination series and worm treatments. At minimum, this includes the feline distemper vaccine and a rabies vaccine. Your vet will discuss the...

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Вычесывайте кошку в зависимости от количества шерсти у животного. Проверяйте состояние кожи во время вычесывания. Будьте готовы возить кошку к ветеринару на ежегодный осмотр. Если у вас котенок, отвозите его к ветеринару чаще. Стерилизуйте или кастрируйте своего питомца. Приучите кошку к чистке зубов. Запишитесь на ультразвуковую чистку, если потребуется. Играйте с кошкой достаточное количество времени.


You may think that every day is a good day to fake sick, but if you’re really determined to fake your illness, then you should put a bit more thought into it. If you pick the wrong day to fake sick, then it’ll be a lot harder to make a convincing case for yourself. Instead, make sure that the odds are in your favor before you execute your master plan. Here are some things to keep in mind:  Be prepared to be extra convincing if you call in on a Monday or Friday. It’ll be harder for your boss to believe you’re really feeling sick during a long weekend. Make sure you haven’t recently been sick or taken a lot of time off. Don’t fake sick right after you’ve had an altercation at work, or after you’ve done a lot of grumbling. You don’t want your boss to see your fake illness as an affront. Your illness will be much more convincing if all was fine and dandy the last time you went to work. Try not to conveniently miss a particularly unpleasant day at work. If your boss knows you hate the dreaded monthly meetings, then you shouldn’t fake sick on this particular day — no matter how good it will feel. Try to fake sick when someone else at work was sick, or if it's flu season. That way your boss won't be too suspicious, since everyone is getting sick. If you plan to call in sick, then you should make an effort to seem sick the day before without being too obvious about it. Don’t fake a cough throughout the day, but act a little bit under the weather and even sniffle a little, leading your coworkers to ask if you’re feeling sick while brushing them off. Act like you’re sick, but in denial about it, so that your coworkers don’t suspect that you’re faking it. Setting up this foundation the day before will make it more convincing when you take the next day off.  Act more reserved that day, too. If you’re extra energetic one day and then call in sick the next day, people will be surprised. Turn down invitations to lunch or happy hours the day before you call in sick. Try to “subtly” take an Advil around your coworkers. Blow...

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Подберите удачный момент. Усвойте некоторые основные моменты. Знайте внутренние и внешние признаки заболевания. Будьте готовы вести себя дома спокойно.


You may think that every person in your orbit is socially smooth, but in reality, most people worry about being socially awkward in public. They worry about whether or not people like them, whether they're making a good impression, or whether people are bored by them. You may think that some people around you just naturally exude confidence and never have to worry about how they come off, but every person is insecure about some aspect of social interaction. We all want to be liked and have friends. For many people who experience social awkwardness, the feelings stem from anxiety, fear, insecurity, or low self-confidence. Each of these sources can be tackled if you're willing to push your boundaries a little at a time and to find ways to build your confidence. In each case, try to identify the root cause of what's making you feel awkward so that you can address it directly. The sooner you know the real source, the sooner you can get to tackling it. There are many other reasons for feeling self-conscious, such as having had a bad past experience, feeling that you're not understood, feeling pressure to interact in situations (such as work, peers, or parental pressure, etc.), or feeling confused about the motivations and actions of those around you. Being shy can really inhibit your social interactions. Shyness can vary from feeling shy around all people, or just certain groups. You may be reluctant to interact for fear of embarrassment. You can work on feeling more relaxed during social interactions and coming out of your shell a bit more.  If you are shy, you may want to participate in social events but feel afraid of being embarrassed or left out. See How to Overcome Shyness for more information and realize that shyness is something that can be managed. Though it may sound easier said than done, one major way to avoid social awkwardness is to stop caring about how others perceive you. Most people are worrying what others think of them, which is something worth reminding yourself when you start to worry about...

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Поймите, что вы не одни. Подумайте, в чем причина вашей неловкости. Начните работать над преодолением застенчивости. Перестаньте переживать из-за того, что другие подумают о вас. Подумайте, страдаете ли вы социофобией. Признайте свои чувства.


You may think that fighting fire with fire is the best approach when it comes to snobs, but the worst thing you can do is try to stoop down to their level. If a snobby person in your circle is going on and on about his fancy vacation to Milan, there’s no point in trying to point out that you’ve been there, too, or that you prefer France over Italy. This will only make the snob more determined to prove you wrong and to show that his way of life is far superior to yours. Instead, hear the person out without feeling the need to show that what you’re doing is superior or that you’re also pretty cool in some other way. Though it can be tempting to point out how expensive your handbag, wine, or painting are, it’s just not worth it. The snob can never be out-snobbed, and you’ll only be making yourself look bad while alienating the non-snobs around you in the process. You may feel like it’s easier for you to breathe underwater than it is to be nice to a snobby person. Still, when you’re faced with a mean, sour-faced, and generally unpleasant person, sometimes the best thing you can do is to smile and say, “Hi, how are you?” The snob may even be taken aback because he’s not used to being treated so nicely and may surprise you by being kind back. If being nice to the snob doesn’t yield a nice result, then you can at least tell yourself that you tried everything before deciding that the person really is stuck-up. If the snob insists on acting like you don’t exist, you can even cheerily say, “Hi!” followed by the snob’s name when he walks by. This will catch him off guard — and hey, it may make you chuckle. Don’t let a snob make you feel inferior or like you don’t know anything about anything. If you waver in your ideas or doubt yourself, that will only fuel the fire and give the snob free reign to make you feel terrible about yourself. If you’re insecure, slow to respond, or talk softly because you’re afraid of sharing your ideas, then the snob will latch right onto that and will only make you feel worse. Instead, speak...

TL;DR in Russian:

Не пытайтесь соревноваться с такими людьми. Проявляйте по отношению к снобу вежливость и доброту. Будьте уверены в себе. Не высмеивайте вкус сноба. Поговорите со снобом о его поведении, если вы его хорошо знаете. Дайте снобу понять, что вас не задеть ремарками.


You may think that only sit-down meditation is effective. But it’s not true. It can be just as powerful to train your mind to stay in the present when you are doing your daily activities, like washing clothes, cooking, cleaning, brushing your teeth, etc. The key to mindfulness is to notice each and every part of what you are doing, while not thinking about other things. It can be easy to move through the various activities in life like a whirling dervish but then you miss moments that could have been enjoyable, for instance feeling the enjoyment of a steaming, bubbling bath. Remember life is in the journey, not the destination! Mantras are one of the best ways to begin to move away from the mind while at the same time dissolving embedded, negative thinking. Many find this hard to wrap their heads around but if you think about it, the past is over and the future will never come. So the only moment you ever have access to is the present one. It can take time to fully let go of what happened to you in the past and where you’re going in the future, but once you do, it’s extremely liberating! It's used to being in charge and doesn’t like its authority questioned. Like a professional boxer, it will fight you at every corner but don’t give in! You’re onto its games, and you’re not going to believe all the crazy lies it tells you anymore.  Many of the things you hear in your head aren’t even correct anyway. Often, they’re just things that someone told you or what you made up yourself somewhere along the way based on faulty belief systems. That’s no fun going through the rest of your life thinking things that aren’t even true! But, you do have to become aware of them first before you can get rid of them. Things we aren’t conscious about stay with us, so starting with awareness first should be your top priority. Another big game of the mind is to say that trying to stay in the present is the most ridiculous thing you have ever done. Don’t believe that either! Your goal is to stay with the mantra until you stop hearing...

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Говорите себе "будь здесь и сейчас", когда чем-то занимаетесь. Удерживайте фокус на мантре, что бы там ни говорил ваш ум. Концентрируйтесь на дыхании, если в определенном месте вы не можете повторять мантру.


You may think that people who are self-confident are never fearful. This simply is not true. Fear means you are at your growing edge.  Perhaps your fear is speaking in front of a group, introducing yourself to someone you don't know, or asking your boss for a raise.  When you are able to confront what you fear, you will gain self-confidence and you will feel the boost immediately! Imagine a baby as she learns to walk. So much possibility awaits her. But she is fearful that she will fall as she takes those first steps. When she conquers her fear, and begins walking, a huge smile covers her face! This is you, pushing past your fears too. Sometimes you go backwards to go forwards. Gaining self-confidence does not happen overnight.  You might try something new and not meet your goal. If possible, see what lessons are there. Not meeting your goal the first time around is an opportunity to learn more about yourself. Self-confidence needs to be nurtured and grown, a bit at a time.  For example, perhaps you ask your boss for a raise, and she says no. What can you learn from this? Reflect upon how you went about it. Was there something different you might have done? Like everything else in life, building self-confidence is about maintaining balance. Too little self-confidence can keep you from achieving your goals and feeling good about yourself.  On the other hand, it's important to be realistic -- you don't want to underestimate the time and effort needed to achieve your goals. If you want to build your self-confidence, then you have to focus on improving your own life for the better, not on making your life more like your best friend's, your older brother's, or like those of the celebrities you see on television. If you want to build up your confidence, then you need to know that there will always be someone who is prettier, smarter, and richer than you, just like there will always be someone who is less attractive, less intelligent, and less wealthy than you are; all of this is irrelevant, and what is relevant is...

TL;DR in Russian:

Не переживайте из-за чувства страха. Проявляйте терпение по отношению к самому себе. Стремитесь к равновесию. Перестаньте сравнивать себя с остальными. Установите источники своей неуверенности. Оправьтесь от своих ошибок. Избегайте перфекционизма Будьте благодарны за то, что имеете


You may think that some people are just naturally more positive than others. That’s not necessarily wrong, but don’t let negative thinking keep you from making a decision to be more positive. If you want to feel comfortable in your own skin, then you have to start thinking about the best thing that can happen to you instead of always expecting the worst. Any time you catch yourself thinking negatively, fight your negative thoughts with at least two or three positive ones. Make an effort to replace your negative thoughts with positive ones and to expect good things to happen to you; the more you expect good things to happen, the more they will.  Let’s say you’re going to a party where you won’t know a lot of people. If you catch yourself thinking, “I’m probably going to spend all of my time hanging out alone by the pita and hummus,” you should alter this negative thought. Instead tell yourself, “Maybe I’ll make a new friend tonight,” or “I’ll have a great time catching up with the few people I know.” Positive thinking can help you feel happier and have less stress. Accepting who you are does not mean that you have to give up on improving yourself.  If there is an aspect of your life that you would like to change, then set goals for yourself to help you get there.  You can work for change while still accepting where you are in the moment.  If, for example, you feel uncomfortable talking to new people, accept that about yourself.  Say “I am not always comfortable talking to new people, and that is okay.”  Then set a goal for change.  Your goal could be, “I will talk to someone I don’t know twice every week.”  Next time you’re waiting for an elevator or standing in line at a store, strike up a conversation with someone.  These baby steps will help you change your level of comfort over time. Another example that people often struggle with is weight loss.  Many people who feel that they need to lose weight are unhappy with their bodies as they are.  However, accepting and loving your body as it is could actually...

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Начните мыслить позитивно. Начните принимать себя и работать над собой. Хвалите себя. Работайте над уверенностью в себе. Ведите дневник благодарности. Подумайте о себе как о красивом человеке. Цените свои сильные стороны. Медитируйте.


You may think that you have trouble being social because you don’t know a single person worth socializing with or that there’s no one around who would want to hang out with you. That’s where you’re wrong! Your life is full of potential friends, and it’s up to you to seek them out. You may not realize that the girl who sits behind you in math, the guy on your swim team, or even your neighbor, could end up being one of your best friends. Seek out people you know a little bit and ask them to grab a coffee or to hang out in a low-key setting. You’ll soon be on your way to making new friends.  Don’t be shy. Asking someone to hang out in a low-pressure way, such as grabbing coffee or going to an interesting lecture or movie together, isn’t a big deal. You’re not inviting someone to prom or asking them to marry you. It’s just asking for a bit of time. Think about it: is there someone in your life who seems cool, and who you’re always wishing you knew a little better? What’s the worst that can happen when you approach that person? Another way to build connects with more people is to take up a new hobby or an interest. This can be in your school, at work, or in your community. You can take a yoga class and befriend the person on the mat next to yours. You can join a rec volleyball team and make friends with the people on your team. You can take an art class and find a few people who share your interests. The more you put yourself out there, the more likely you are to connect with people who interest you.  If you spend more time doing something you care about, you are also more likely to make friends with the people around you because they’ll share your interests. Even if you’re just developing a passion for a new hobby, you may find someone who shares that common bond. Finding new hobbies or interests will also help you become more social simply because you’ll get in the habit of stepping out of your comfort zone and putting yourself out there more, which is exactly what you need to do to be social. People who are...

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Почаще встречайтесь с вашими знакомыми. Найдите себе новые хобби и увлечения. Почаще приглашайте людей. Почаще принимайте приглашения. Проводите побольше времени вне дома. Участвуйте в местной общественной жизни или самодеятельности. Старайтесь поменьше знакомиться в интернете.


You may think years of being a techie is adequate preparation or taking a few classes in high school or college, but it's no substitute for working with a good SM or two. As you can see, SMs have to have people skills, technical skills, foresee problems, and be organized as hell. This position obviously takes a very precise type of person!  While, yes, a good SM can locate a screwdriver in seconds and get to working on a breaking set piece, they can also coordinate with directors and actors -- two very different types of people -- and predict their problems. A good SM has multiple types of intelligence, quite obviously. Fine line, huh? You must be likeable but also be able to maintain your authority so that the cast and crew listens to you and respects you. If you aren't likeable no one will ever want to work with you again; if you aren't respected as an authority you cannot ensure the safety of the cast and crew. As you can see, you are an integral cog in the machine of the show. If you don't lead, chaos will ensue.  Establish control from the very first audition. Though a stage manager should not be feared, they should be respected. No need to scare people into listening to you, but don't be afraid to be firm when you need to be. Expect respect from the beginning of the process and respect the ones around you as well. It's important that you have the keen ability to maintain the artistic and technical integrity of the show. It is your job as an SM to maintain the director's vision during the performances of the show, whether there are 5 performances or 500. If things change, you need to rein 'em back in. Even if you disagree, it's still your job. Does the director want the scene lit so dim that you can barely see the actors? Well...okay. Sure. That's how it's going to work for the rest of the run -- even when the director doesn't show up. If you don't do anything else on this page, take this one little grain of wisdom seriously: It's absolutely imperative that you stay calm. If you lose your cool, everyone...

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Работа с опытными режиссером. Будьте приятным лидером. Интересы  держите где-то в глубине души. Сохраняйте спокойствие. Узнайте достаточно хорошо свою команду, чтобы предвидеть проблемы. Будьте военным командиром и болельщиком. Поаплодируйте себе, когда вы допустили ошибку и продолжайте идти дальше.


You may think you have plenty of experience talking on the phone already. However, if you mostly talk on the phone casually to friends, practice speaking in a more business-like tone. Make sure you can be heard and understood clearly.  Ask a friend to do a test call with you. Have them call you, and practice answering in a professional way by saying something like, “Hello, this is ____.” Ask your friend for feedback. Could they hear you? Did they understand everything you said? Should you try speaking more slowly? Was the reception good? You might not think you need a copy of your own resume, but it’s a good thing to have in front of you. If your interviewer asks you about a particular job you had, you want to be able to look at the same document they’re looking at for reference. Try to have a computer or tablet available as well. You’ll be able to look things up or refer to past emails if you need to. The interviewer won’t be able to see what you’re wearing, but getting dressed will help you feel awake and professional. Dress the same way you would for an interview. You may be surprised how much the feeling of dressing the part translates to the way you present yourself over the phone. Do take the opportunity to be physically comfortable, however. There’s no need to wear an overly restrictive suit jacket or tight shoes. If the interview is midday and you have no obligations before then, try to fill the morning with healthy activities so you’ll be at your best when the interview comes. Don’t use this as an excuse to sleep in until the last possible minute.  Get up with plenty of time. Exercise or go out for some fresh air. Take a shower, do your hair, and complete any other personal routines that help you feel ready for the day.

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Отрепетируйте разговор по телефону. Распечатайте документы, чтобы ссылаться на них. Нарядитесь. Позаботьтесь о себе в этот день.


You may think your mother is being selfish but be sure this judgment is not being driven by the fact that you just aren’t getting your own way. Think about whether what you are after or expecting from your mother is justified and reasonable.  This is not to undermine or take lightly your opinion on thinking your mother is selfish. However, when we get upset we can view others in a way that we later decide is inaccurate or irrational. A relationship between parent and child is very significant, so it should not be taken lightly; extra caution is needed to evaluate the situation and decide how to move forward. For example, you may feel that your mother is selfish because she keeps pressuring you to choose a particular major in college that she enjoys, but isn’t something you’re interested in. It’s possible that this is selfish, motivated by her desire to feel accomplished through you at any cost. It’s also possible that she believes she is doing the best for you by encouraging you to do something she thinks you will succeed at. Think about your role in the situation. Have you expressed that you respect her opinion but will make your own choice? Or have you just been quiet and nodded your way through the 87th suggestion? She may not understand that she’s harassing you if you haven’t communicated your own ideas. If your mother is self-absorbed and does not give you the attention or emotional support that you feel you need, turn to others for that social support instead. Although no one can replace your mother, you do not need a replacement to feel better about yourself.  Reach out to friends and other family members to counteract the stress that can result from having a selfish mother. Having social support can protect against stress and can make you feel better in general and about yourself in particular.   Reach out online or through friends who have also have selfish mothers. It can help knowing that you are not alone in your struggle and it may be fruitful, too; you can put your heads together to figure out...

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Подумайте о собственном поведении. Обратитесь за социальной поддержкой. Сами определяйте свою самооценку. Оказывайте себе поддержку. Дистанцируйтесь.


You may try to derive meaning from your life if you feel existential fear. One way to do this is through asking questions. Some common things to ponder include, “Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose?” While these questions can make you feel anxious or fearful, they also can open the door to creating meaning in your life. Instead of immediately reacting to fear, take a step back and acknowledge your own inner process. Consider changing your relationship to fear: ask, “where does this fear come from and how did it originate?”  Approach your fear in curiosity. For instance, if you’re experiencing the fear of death, be curious about this fear. Don’t get distracted by the negative feelings or gloomy thoughts. Instead, notice the fear and get curious about it. What can you learn about yourself by exploring this fear? Sometimes existential fears can connect with other types of fears or things that are happening in your life. By examining your fears, you may be able to live a more purposeful life and decide if making a significant life change is something that you need to do to work towards that goal.  For example, fears about dying or no longer existing might be connected to a sense that you lack control in your own life. You might feel like you lack control due to an unhealthy relationship or a boring job. By identifying what is making you feel like you lack control, you can make changes to help you feel like you are in control again, such as seeking marriage counseling or looking for a different job. Fear can make you feel helpless or “stuck.” When faced with absolute freedom, you may feel overwhelmed. Yet, if you experience limited freedom, you may feel trapped and despairing. Recognize that you have the freedom to make choices and that you are, in fact, free. When recognizing your freedom, it’s important to accept that freedom comes with inherent responsibility, meaning that when you make a choice, you are responsible for handling the outcome of that choice. You may feel “stuck” in a job, a city, a...

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Задавайте вопросы. Воспринимайте страх как информацию. Установите связь между экзистенциальным страхом и своей жизнью. Принимайте ответственность. Сохраняйте надежду.


You may use up to 2 monitors with all of DVRs. One can be a TV or standard RCA monitor (BNC and RCA are compatible with our connections. All DVRs should have VGA capability, meaning you can use a PC LCD monitor if you wish - we even carry VGA extension cords if you wish to place the monitor as far as 100 feet (30.5 m) away. Also, each monitor can show the same, or different channels of video. For example, you may choose to view all your cameras at one time, but only allow employees and customers to see certain cameras. If you do not wish to attach a monitor to a DVR, that is okay. It will still record, you can still view remotely, and you can still view on your computer network.

TL;DR in Russian:

Решите, сколько мониторов вам требуется.


You may want thin spaghetti straps, or you may want straps that are a little thicker. Decide in inches how thin you want your straps. Keep in mind that a slightly thicker strap could give you more comfort and security if you are worried about your dress slipping down.   If it’s a formal or elegant dress, you may want to sew thinner spaghetti straps. If it’s a casual dress, you could go either way. This will be the measurement for the width of your fabric when you cut it. You need to multiply the number because you will be folding the fabric in half width-wise and sewing it to create your strap.  For instance, if you want your straps to be half an inch thick, multiply this number by two and add ¼ of an inch so that your width will be 1¼ inches. According to your measurements for the width and length of your fabric, cut the fabric. You may want to cut along a ruler to make sure that you are cutting straight.  For instance, say you calculated that you needed 20 inches (50.8 cm) of length for your strap and 1¼ inches of thickness. If you got a yard of fabric, cut a 20x1¼ inches rectangle. This will be the material you will use to make your strap. Since you are making two straps for your dress, cut another rectangle the same measurements as the first rectangle.  You can lay the first rectangle you made over the fabric and cut around it if that makes it easier.

TL;DR in Russian:

Решите, насколько широкими будут ваши бретельки. Умножьте ширину бретелек на два и добавьте сантиметр. Порежьте ткань. Вырежьте вторую полоску.


You may want to apply a nail hardener to help strengthen and protect your nails while they grow. Nail hardeners will help to prevent chips and breaks that force you to trim your nails back before they reach the desired length.  Remember, your nails will only be harder while the nail hardener is on them. Once it wears off your nails will return to their normal strength. Reapply the nail hardener daily to keep your nails strong. Nail hardener should be used only as a temporary supplement to a more long-term nail health plan in which you improve the nail’s natural strength. In addition to applying lotion, remember to always wear gloves or mittens when you're outside in the cold. If working with any type of chemicals — from household cleaning products to art supply products — protect your nails with latex or heavy duty work gloves, depending on what the situation calls for. This will help to prevent your nails from breaking. Letting your nails soak in water for too long — whether you’re doing the dishes or spending a lot of time in the swimming pool — can result in weak nails that have a tendency to split when they grow a little bit of length. That, in turn, results in having to trim them back more frequently. For longer nails, make sure to protect your nails from water by cutting down on exposure — wearing gloves while washing the dishes, for example. . You already probably eat more than enough protein for your body, so unless you're protein-deficient (which, per the average U.S. diet, is highly unlikely), you don't need to add more protein to your diet to grow your nails.  In fact, too much protein can cause obesity, accelerate kidney damage, and possibly cause diabetes. For strong nails, try to eat a wide variety of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, lean protein, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. Biotin can help to strengthen brittle nails so that they will not break as easily. Taking a biotin supplement may help you to grow your nails longer and faster. Eating foods that contain biotin can...

TL;DR in Russian:

Используйте средство для укрепления ногтей. Надевайте перчатки, чтобы защитить ваши руки и ногти от воздействия холода и химических веществ. Не подвергайте ногти длительному воздействию воды. Соблюдайте сбалансированную диету Принимайте биотин.


You may want to be best friends with someone that does not want to be your best friend. It may hurt your feelings, but know that this just wasn't the right person. Unfortunately, the person may not be straightforward and tell you they do not want to be best friends. Pay attention to their behavior. If you notice any of the following, you may need to find a new potential best friend:  The person makes excuses or is always too busy to hang out with you. The person does not call or text you first, or always takes a really long time to respond. You always have to initiate conversations with the person. The person does not want to spend time with you on the weekends or after school. If your friend lies, gossips, or is mean to other people, she may not be a good best friend to you. See how she treats and interacts with her other friends. Does she talk badly about them when they are not around? Does she boss them around?  How your friend treats other people is how she will probably treat you. Since you are looking for a best friend, definitely stay away from girls who gossip about others and tell personal information. You need a best friend you can trust. Friendships take time to grow. You do not want to reveal too much personal information in the early stages of friendship. You want to be sure this is someone that you can trust.  In the early stages stick to talking about more superficial things such as school, music, TV, or sports teams that you like. Avoid talking about your fears or family issues early on. Wait until you have known the person for a while. If your friend begins to share more personal information with you, this is a sign that you can begin to share the same type of information as well. Initiate the conversation and see if she responds. If she doesn’t, don’t continue sharing.

TL;DR in Russian:

Научитесь понимать, когда стоит отступить. Обратите внимание на то, как она ведет себя с другими людьми. Какие-то личные вещи лучше начать обсуждать спустя какое-то время после начала общения.


You may want to build shelves into the wall or buy them, or you may already have shelves. If you put up shelves, you may want them right above your desk or on the other side of the room. This usually depends on where your desk is and what you use it for.  If your desk is in a cubicle at work, you may need to set up some small shelves above or next to your desk. If your desk is in a home office or bedroom, you may want your shelves away from your desk so that they’re out of sight and don’t pose a visual distraction. Think about what will go on the shelves before you install them. Make sure they’re the right size for the books or tools you plan to put on them. By labeling shelves and drawers, you are telling yourself what goes in each place. This is key for staying organized. You can make your own labels with masking tape or stickers, or you can buy more decorative labels if you prefer.  Make sure every label is clear and specific. That way, no drawer will simply become a “junk drawer.” If you like, you can use a color-coding system instead of writing the words on each drawer. Be careful with labels. Don't generalize too much or you can end up having messy drawers full of miscellaneous items. This can also cause confusion when it's time to put something away. You know the things that you use at your desk the most often. Keep those things close by and easy to get to. For example, if you have a few vertical drawers under your desk, the top one should contain the things you’ll reach for most frequently. Alternately, you can keep crucial items on shelves that are visible and easily within reach. You can choose a few important things that get to sit on top of your desk. These can include current projects or tools you use repeatedly, such as a ruler or calculator. This is key for not having trash pile up around your desk. Your trashcan should be reachable without getting up from your desk. That way, there’s no danger of leaving a piece of trash on your desk to clutter it up.

TL;DR in Russian:

Используйте место на полках. Наклейте стикеры с подписью на ящики и полки. Самые важные вещи всегда должны быть у вас под рукой. Поставьте рядом со столом мусорное ведро.


You may want to choose cheap nail polish in case the color doesn’t come out as you envisioned. However, you should mix polishes with similar formulas, such as 2 colors from the same brand. Choose colors that you know will mix well.  For example, mix a silver sparkly polish and a dark purple polish. Alternatively, make an orange polish richer by adding a little red and yellow to it. Pour the polish from the cup into a clean, empty nail polish bottle. If you have them, put 1 or 2 small, steel mixing balls or ball bearings into the bottle to help mix the polish before painting it on.

TL;DR in Russian:

Возьмите минимум два цвета лака. Храните новый лак в своем отдельном пузырьке.


You may want to consider going braless in tops or dresses which your bra would peek out of if you wore one. Deep plunging necklines, large keyholes in the back, and backless tops or dresses are all items of clothing that look better when worn without a bra.  Tops or dresses with spaghetti straps or no straps can usually be worn with a strapless bra. Not all fabrics are suitable for bralessness. Thin or lacy fabrics will leave your nipples exposed, and some fabrics, like wool or stiff cotton, may irritate your skin. Synthetic fabrics, like Lycra or nylon, work well without a bra because they're smooth, comfortable, and offer support. There are some situations where you might be expected to wear a bra. Job interviews, court appearances, or meeting your partner's parents for the first time might not be the best times to go braless. If you decide not to wear a bra, think about the situation first and decide if you will feel comfortable going braless. Remember: you can dress however you like. If going braless makes you feel more comfortable, then do it! Don't let anyone make you feel bad about yourself—ever. There is no evidence that going without a bra makes your breasts sag earlier, and no evidence that wearing a bra keeps them from sagging. Several recent studies have even found that going braless regularly may actually help your breasts to become perkier. You should still wear a sports bra when you exercise, however. It will help keep your breasts in place, which is important when you're moving a lot. If you want to start going without a bra more often, you may experience some discomfort since your breasts aren't used to being free to move. To ease into bralessness, try one of the following:  Trade in your padded underwire for one without pads or underwires. Go braless at night and around the house until you feel comfortable without your bra on.

TL;DR in Russian:

Подумайте о своем гардеробе. Оцените ситуацию. Не бойтесь, что грудь обвиснет. Отказывайтесь от бюстгальтера постепенно.


You may want to do this by subject (blue for algebra, green for chemistry, red for English, etc.) or by type of assignment (blue for tests, green for homework, red for projects, etc.). Choose whichever method you think will be most helpful for you. You can do this with colored pencils, pens, highlighters, or even colorful sticky-note flags. On the first day of each week you should scan your planner to see what is due or what events you have. This will give you a good idea of what you will need to do through the week as well as help your manage your time efficiently. For example, if you have a lot of exams or a large essay due during a particular week, it might not be a good idea to schedule other things, like parties. This will give you an idea of what you need to do that day and help your prioritize assignments. It also ensures that you won’t forget anything and will avoid panicking the next day when you realize you didn’t do everything that was assigned.  Start with assignments that are due the following day. If you have extra time that evening, you could do the other assignments to get ahead of schedule. If none of your assignments are due yet, consider doing the easiest ones first to get them out of the way. Alternatively, you could try doing the hardest one first. You never know when you may want to look back and check on something. If you don’t want to keep them in your planner, tear them out and store them in a box or a desk drawer. Some people like to fold the old pages of their planners towards the spine. This will create bulk, but it will also make it easier to find the newest page.

TL;DR in Russian:

Организуйте ежедневник с помощью цветовых кодов. Думайте обо всем заранее. Перед тем, как начать выполнять домашнее задание, просмотрите ежедневник. Храните старые записи.


You may want to double-check that you can finish a run as long as the event that you’ve prepped for. Resist the urge! It’s important to go easy on yourself so you’ve got the maximum amount of energy for the run.  If you feel like you’re going to go wild without some physical activity, you can always do yoga, stretch, or dance. Remember to sleep, too. If you live in a town that annually holds a big race, you might have noticed that the night before, the town often holds a giant pasta dinner in town hall or a public park. The carbohydrate consuming that you did during your training should reach a frenzy right before the race. Lean into it--food is fuel, and pasta is delicious. If you have a running group or squad, have a pasta potluck and wish each other luck the night before. Start off on the day of the big race by waking up with extra time. Do a few dynamic stretches or jumping jacks, or anything to get your blood pumping, Make sure you don't push yourself too hard, though. Save your energy for the race. Fiber and hydration are important now more than ever. If you’re not usually a breakfast person, it’s still important to eat something. A healthy breakfast of complex carbohydrates and a little protein and fat, paired with a big glass of water, can really help you run faster.  Some great breakfast ideas include oatmeal with peanut butter; a banana with a handful of nuts; and toast, dates, and protein spread. Avoid sugary foods such as donuts or muffins for breakfast, as they won't give you any energy or stamina for your run. A big glass of water (around 16 ounces) is a good idea in the hour leading up to the race; dehydration is real, and drinking a moderate amount of water will help you avoid it. Plan to supplement this with water stops along the route, but don't overdo it. If you drink too much water during the race, it'll end up slowing you down.  Check if there will be hydration stations available during the race. If not, you can run with a small water bottle. There's a performance aspect to running a...

TL;DR in Russian:

Не перенапрягайтесь перед забегом. Съешьте побольше углеводов. Начните двигаться после пробуждения. Плотно позавтракайте. Выпейте достаточно воды. Разогрейте тело и успокойте разум. Старайтесь.


You may want to forgive yourself because of actions against another. You must first realize that you are not to blame for other people’s actions. We all make mistakes and we all have times in our life that we do not act our best. Realizing this may be the step you need to being the self-healing process. Learning from past mistakes is good, but dwelling on them can stunt self-forgiveness. It may stop you from being aware of present realities. Your life may become stagnant as you find yourself obsessing about what you did or did not do. Instead, focus on the present and what you can do in the future to make a better life for yourself. Consider a “fix it and move on” approach to life. If you experience a similar encounter that caused you emotional turmoil in the past, focus on what you can control. Try and fix the issues that you know you can handle and try and let the rest of it go. You do not want to keep repeating the same mistakes. Self-awareness of present actions can help for future healing.  If you cultivate a strong sense of self and accept the actions you choose to take now, it will help you to build a better future and help you forgive past actions or reactions. You do not want to dwell on mistakes, but you must learn from them to move forward in a healthier way.  One way to forgive yourself is to identify the trigger, or cause, of emotions in the first place. If you identify what you did in the first place, then you can change your outlook for the future. Ask yourself: “What did I do the first time, and what may I do to avoid the same outcome?” This will help you directly pinpoint situations in which you feel uncomfortable. Once you’ve identified the situation, you can more easily plot out a solution. Ask yourself:  Do I feel anxious or guilty when I approach my boss? Do I feel strong negative emotions when I talk with my significant other. Does spending time with my parents make me feel angry or upset?

TL;DR in Russian:

Осознайте несовершенство каждого человека. Не зацикливайтесь на ошибках прошлого. Начните планировать ваше светлое будущее уже сегодня и не позволяйте ошибкам прошлого угнетать вас. Учитесь внимательности. Подумайте о своих действиях в прошлом. Определите ситуации, в которых вы испытываете сильные эмоции.


You may want to get a special agenda book or a planner for this purpose, but in a pinch, a small notebook or the Notes feature on your phone can work. Check this before you leave school every day so that you bring everything you need home with you. If you’re not sure what problem sets you’re supposed to do, or you left your worksheet in the cafeteria, then you’ll waste valuable time trying to figure out what you’re supposed to do. No, you won't be using it unfairly in exams: a cheat sheet is a piece of paper with your most important notes on it. You'll want to record key ideas, theorems, and formulas on it, as well as any notes or diagrams you find particularly helpful. Make a new cheat sheet for every new unit, and update it at the end of class (or soon after) if you've learned new things that day.  You might want to include sample problems with the solution and steps needed to get there. Don't write down too many examples, though--the beauty of a cheat sheet is in its brevity. Make sure your cheat sheet fits you. You probably have some areas of math that come really easily to you. Conversely, you probably have some that are more difficult. Structure your cheat sheet around them! You might want to emphasize a subject you need to focus on (like multiplying fractions) or a studying strategy (like remembering to check your work). This will make it easier to find your assignments and will help make sure that you hand them in looking good rather than crumpled up. Also, it will keep you from getting distracted by the mess when you should be studying instead.  Clean out your locker on a specific day every week. If you organize it regularly, the mess won't have a chance to build up. Some people find it helpful to color-code their supplies (a blue folder, notebook, and textbook cover for math; a green folder, notebook, and textbook cover for science…)--experiment until you find a system that makes it easy for you to remember important things! Choose a classmate you respect for their conscientiousness, and check-in...

TL;DR in Russian:

Записывайте задания сразу. Сделайте шпаргалку. Поддерживайте порядок в тетради, рюкзаке и столе. Выберите приятеля для совместной работы.


You may want to get fit to look better in your clothes, to feel more confident, or to improve your health, but these reasons may not be specific enough to motivate you. Instead of focusing on general reasons, try to come up with something very specific and personal to motivate you to go to the gym.  For example, if you have a child, then your motivation might be something like, “I need to go to the gym regularly to be a good example to my son.” Or, you could go even further and say something like, “I want to walk my daughter down the aisle on her wedding day, so I am going to the gym today.” You can also base your motivation on an upcoming special event. For example, you might say something like, “I want to look amazing at my 10 year high school reunion, so I need to go to the gym today.” Having a realistic fitness goal can be a great way to stay motivated to go to the gym regularly. Try setting a SMART goal that you can accomplish by going to the gym. SMART stands for specific, measurable, achievable, results-focused, and time-based.  For example, your goal could be to reduce your 5k time by 2 minutes by the end of the next month. This is a specific goal that is measurable and achievable. It is also something that you will clearly know when you have accomplished it (results-focused) and it has a deadline, so it is also time-based. You could work toward this goal by running a 5k course on the treadmill at your gym 3 times per week. Working out will always seem like an unpleasant chore if you force yourself to do activities that you do not enjoy. Instead, find an activity that you enjoy doing to help make visiting the gym something you look forward to.  Try different classes at your gym, such as spinning, step aerobics, kickboxing, and high intensity interval training (HIIT). If you don’t like one class, then take a different one. Showing up a little early for class can help you make friends and feel more invested in your workouts. Use different machines, such as the treadmill, step machine, stationary bike,...

TL;DR in Russian:

Подумайте, что мотивирует вас больше всего для похода в тренажерный зал. Ставьте перед собой цели. Участвуйте в тренировках и занятиях, которые вам нравятся. Познакомьтесь с тренерами и постоянными клиентами в тренажерном зале.


You may want to ignore the painful feelings the situation brings up or pretend your feelings do not exist. Recognize that by pushing your feelings away, you create more negative emotions. It’s better to accept your feelings and work through them. Don’t try to rationalize the way you feel; the only way to work through your emotions is by feeling them.  For example, if you lose your job, it’s okay to admit you feel angry, upset, fearful, and vengeful. Set aside 15 minutes each day to feel your emotions. Don’t let your mind interfere, just sit and feel what you feel.  You can journal your thoughts and feelings. Don’t be afraid to cry. Crying releases negative chemicals from the body, and also helps relieve stress, lift your mood, and help you deal with painful circumstances. Try to view the situation as an opportunity to grow and improve. For example, try reminding yourself of how strong and resilient you are during tough times. When you look at things from this perspective, it’s a lot more empowering.  If you didn’t get into the college you wanted to attend, your world isn’t over and you won’t lose your shot at having a career. Remember that you have options and that positive things will come of the situation. Try to keep your worries in perspective. Try asking yourself, “Is this worry really that bad in the grand scheme of things?” If you are worried about something in the future, ask yourself, “How likely is it that this will really happen?” If you find that you are worrying incessantly, try choosing a “worry time.” At the beginning of each day, select a 15 minute time interval, in advance, when you can worry about your problems. If thoughts of any problems try to intrude outside of the designated “worry time,” then remind yourself that it’s not “worry time” yet. Often life gives you one option when you wanted an entirely different option. The greater distance between what you have and what you want, the greater pain you may experience. Recognize that the reality you wanted did not come true, and you must now...

TL;DR in Russian:

Признайте свои эмоции. Измените образ мышления. Смиритесь с тем, что реальность может не соответствовать ожиданиям. Научитесь принимать ситуации. Выражайте благодарность. Умейте адаптироваться. Обратитесь к духовности.


You may want to keep track of foods and beverages that cause you any problems. Write down the foods you eat and see how you feel about 1 hour of eating. If the food you ate an hour ago is bothering you, you should eliminate that from your diet. Commonly reported hyperacidity triggers include:  Citrus fruit Caffeinated beverages Chocolate Tomatoes Garlic, onions Alcohol Note: Most of these foods have not been studied enough to make a definitive claim. It's more important to find out what triggers your symptoms than to avoid this exact list. If your bed allows for it, raise the head of it by 6 to 8 inches. Gravity will keep the acid in your stomach. Don't just pile up pillows, though. These tend to bend your neck and body in such a way that increases the pressure. It will make the hyperacidity worse. If you’re carrying extra weight, losing weight may reduce some of the pressure on your lower esophageal sphincter, keeping stomach acid from leaking through. However, you may not need to lose weight, so check with your doctor before attempting to do so. Then, eat a healthy diet based on fresh produce and lean protein and exercise for 30 minutes per day. Decrease the amount of food you eat at any one time. This may reduce the amount of stress and pressure on your stomach. Switching to smaller plates and bowls may help because it tricks your mind into thinking you’re eating more food than you really are. Chew each bite several times, then swallow before taking another bite. This helps your stomach digest food more easily and quickly, leaving less food in the stomach adding pressure on the LES. You can also slow yourself down by putting your fork down between bites. Pressure will increase the discomfort of hyperacidity. You can experience excess pressure because of hiatal hernias (when the upper part of the stomach moves above the diaphragm), pregnancy, constipation, or being overweight. Don't wear clothes that constrict your stomach or abdomen.

TL;DR in Russian:

Избегайте провоцирующих продуктов и напитков. Приподнимите изголовье кровати. Избавьтесь от лишних килограммов. Ешьте небольшими порциями. Ешьте медленно. Следите за тем, чтобы не было давления на желудок.


You may want to look for a ribbon that matches your outfit or has an interesting texture like velvet or a raised pattern. To make a standard size bow, use about 12 inches of ribbon. If you'd like to make a smaller or larger bow, use less than 12 inches or a bit more than 12 inches of ribbon. Bows can be difficult to keep in place, especially if you're dealing with a fussy child who doesn't like anything on their head. Try placing a dab of KY Jelly or Karo syrup under the center tie of the bow to secure it. You can also try placing a dab of the jelly or the syrup in the middle of the knot before you tie the bow.

TL;DR in Russian:

Выберите ленту. Отрежьте ленту. Зафиксируйте бант с помощью желе или сиропа.


You may want to plot revenge, show how much better off you are now, or get closure in some way with your abuser. To fully move on and experience personal closure, it’s best to cut ties with your abuser. If you live with the abuser, move out promptly. While you heal, avoid places you may bump into the person. If this feels severe, remind yourself that this person has chosen to continually hurt you and you are unwilling to endure any more hurt from this person.  Delete this person’s phone number, remove any social media contacts, and avoid any contact with this person. You may also need to change your locks, get an unlisted phone number, or even file a restraining order if threats or harassment continues. . It is important to show kindness and love for yourself as you work to get past hurtful emotions. This can take time, but by doing things like taking good care of yourself, saying uplifting things to yourself, and showing self-compassion can help.    Take good care of yourself, such as by eating healthy food, getting regular exercise, getting plenty of rest, and doing things to relax, like meditating and practicing yoga. Give yourself a compliment every day, such as by looking in the mirror and finding something positive about your appearance. For example, you might say to yourself, “My hair looks so shiny and beautiful today!” Show self-compassion to yourself such as by writing an understanding letter to yourself from the perspective of a friend. In the letter, say encouraging things to yourself like a good friend might do. For example, you might say something like, “I know how hard this experience has been for you, but I am so proud of you for working towards healing! You have so much strength and it amazes me every day!” . You may feel guilty or regretful for “wasting” your time in this relationship, or for allowing yourself to be treated disrespectfully. It can become easy to feel the sting of regret and hold onto it. Yet, recognize that you cannot change your past. Regardless of how strong or deep or...

TL;DR in Russian:

Разорвите все связи. Будьте к себе добры и любите себя Отпустите все сожаления Отпустите чувство стыда Не обвиняйте себя. Простите


You may want to put together scripts for what you will say at the beginning of a show and when you transition from one story to another. Put your content in order so you can read down the list. Whatever it is, make sure you enjoy it. You probably won't become rich from this endeavor. Spend your time discussing or promoting something you really care about; the reward will be in feeding your knowledge/humor/music to others. This is probably the biggest step for without your voice, your podcast doesn't exist. Talk in a consistent pace and show passion in your subjects. Read the scripts and don't forget to thank people for being part of the show. You can have the perfect podcast delivered, but sometimes technical glitches run the show, ruining all your hard work. Before you begin the actual recording session, take a few samples to test the software, mess with the volume controls, and just plain make sure everything is functioning. Make sure it's in MP3 format; a bit rate of 128 kbps is probably sufficient for a talk-show podcast, but podcasts featuring music will want bit rates of 192 kbps or better.  Do not use special characters (such as # or % or ?) in the file name. Open it up into your sound editor and edit out extra background noise or long periods of silence. Put in intro/outro music if you'd like. Of course, you can always save it as a WAV file first, to give you a master backup to work from if something were to go wrong. ) and give it album art. Either make it yourself, find some free, non-copyrighted images online, or have a friend make one for you. Be careful to name the audio file so that the name of the podcast and the date of the episode are clear. You may also want to edit the ID3 tags of the MP3 file to help people find and catalogue your podcasts. The feed must meet all industry standards for a valid 2.0 feed with enclosures. Try using a complete solution and service such as Libsyn, Castmate or Podomatic (see the external links below). For longer podcasts, you'll be paying a small fee.  The...

TL;DR in Russian:

Подготовьте материал. Запишите свой подкаст. Сохраните аудио-файл на свой компьютер. Добавьте тэги, необходимую информацию (исполнитель, альбом, и др. Создайте свою RSS-ленту.


You may want to take OTC pain relief for the first day or two of treatment until the antibiotics take effect. These can make urinating more comfortable and relieve your fever.  Avoid taking ibuprofen or aspirin if you have a kidney infection, because these can cause complications. Do not take pyridium or phenazopyridine until after you have seen your doctor. These oral pain medications are available over-the-counter as treatment for a UTI, but they can color your urine orange and this will invalidate the results of your test. Both during a UTI and after, you need lots of fluids to flush out the infection and to keep you hydrated. Drinking at least 6 to 8 8-ounce (236 ml) glasses of fluids a day. You can drink water, herbal or decaf tea, or water with lemon.  While cranberry juice has long been thought to treat or prevent UTIs, research has shown that it's an ineffective treatment and there's little evidence that it prevents UTIs.  Avoid alcohol, sugary drinks, and caffeine, which can irritate your bladder. Fill a tub with warm water and pour in 1⁄4 cup (59 ml) of white vinegar or 2 ounces (60 ml) of baking soda (if you haven't reached puberty). The vinegar or baking soda water can relieve pain and remove germs near the entrance to the urinary tract.If you don't have a tub, you can fill a small sitz bath. Sit in the sitz bath so bottom is submerged in the vinegar or baking soda water. Keep in mind that you'll only need to add a few tablespoons of vinegar or baking soda for a small sitz bath.

TL;DR in Russian:

Принимайте отпускаемые без рецепта обезболивающие средства, чтобы снять жар и боль. Увеличьте потребление жидкости. Принимайте теплые ванны с уксусом или пищевой содой.


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

TL;DR in Russian:

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

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


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

TL;DR in Russian:

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


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

TL;DR in Russian:

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


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

TL;DR in Russian:

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