You probably have a number of responsibilities and obligations that keep you busy in everyday life. During your travels you may feel the same urgency to do everything, go everywhere,  and see everything. But this can leave you feeling more stressed and tired than you do at home. Use your trip as an opportunity to get some of the rest and relaxation you miss out on at home. This can help you release stress and tension in general, which helps promote good mental health.  Take advantage of layovers and other down time by taking a brief nap, reading, journaling, or peacefully exploring your destination. On professional travel, carve some time out from preparing, meeting, and negotiating to just sit quietly and calm your mind. Take into account the effects of jet lag and time zone changes and make sure you’re giving your body time to adjust. It’s natural to want to look and feel a little special when you’re away from home. In fact, it’s a good thing. Splurging on yourself a little can boost your self-esteem, mood, and outlook on life. In other words, it helps you maintain your mental health. So, do something special to treat yourself while you’re traveling.  Put together a new outfit or try out a new hairstyle to wear out and about on your trip. Treat yourself to a special meal (including dessert) and try some of the local cuisine. Remember to keep most of your other meals healthy, though! If you’re lucky enough to be able to travel with a loved one or a friend, use the trip as an opportunity to strengthen your relationship with them. The time together sharing new experiences without the stress of day-to-day life can boost the quality of your interactions. This can help relieve any tension in the relationship, which means less stress and better mental health for you.  For example, you could use your trip as a way to rekindle the romance with your partner. Or, as another example, if the relationship between you and your teen is strained, you could use the trip as a way to reestablish communication by talking about...

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Отдыхайте и расслабляйтесь. Балуйте себя. Укрепляйте отношения. Выражайте благодарность.


You probably have at least a couple of friends from which to choose when asking for a loan, and you might think that the one with the most money is the best option.  The personality of the friend and your relationship with him/her is at least as important as his/her bank account, however. Borrow from a friend you know well, trust, and with whom you can communicate comfortably about any range of topics.  Remember, money can make for awkward conversations, so having a comfort level with uncomfortable discussions will be to your benefit. Even if you are a haggler by nature, now is not the time to extract your best possible deal.  Show deference and gratitude toward the friend who is being generous enough to offer you assistance, and you’ll reduce the risk of bitterness later.  Be clear about the amount of money you need, but present a range of loan options, and take what they offer (or leave it).  $2,000 when you need $10,000 is better than nothing, and is also probably better than losing a friend by pressing too hard for more. Refuse the terms politely instead of working for a deal to your liking.  Yes, it is going to be awkward to ask a friend for money and then say “no thanks.” But, that is a wound more likely to heal than making a friend feel taken advantage of through loan conditions with which he or she is uncomfortable.  It is better to say that you want to consider all your options again. Yes, this is an offshoot of the “no negotiating” advice, but worthy of its own billing.  Do not press an unwilling, or even hesitant friend to lend you money.  Pressuring a friend to lend money is taking advantage of that friend, and taking advantage of a friend is one of the best ways to lose a friend. Even beyond the damage to your friendship caused by pressuring him/her, you are likely to find yourself offered less advantageous loan terms that you will in turn feel pressured to accept.  Just move on to the next friend on your “ask list.” You owe it to your friend, your friendship, and yourself to take this loan...

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Выберите подходящего человека. Не торгуйтесь. Будьте готовы услышать отказ. Сделайте выплату долга своим главным приоритетом. Разделяйте финансовые и личные отношения.


You probably have months notice when it comes to this event, so start early. What's your budget? How many recipients will there be? What does the boss have in mind? You're putting together quite a few pieces -- sometimes these things take time, so leave yourself some wiggle room to avoid missing the deadline. Do you know the demographic you're dealing with? Men and women, young and old, will enjoy different things. What do you know about who you're working for? If you're having a convention or holding any sort of event, you'll want to contact companies that sell products related to the topic at hand. There are things to consider here:  Contact companies that have offers of free samples on their website. You may only be able to get your hands on a few, but who said the goodie bags had to all be the same? Email companies asking for free samples. It's marketing! They do it all the time. Tell them how many people you have (that could be potential clients), what and when your event is, and what kind of samples you're looking for. Just give them enough advanced notice! While you may be proffering other companies' goods, you want your own name to be seen, too. Have your company's name on the goodie bag itself so everyone knows where these free gifts are coming from. You're trying to bank brownie points here, not just promote other companies. Pick out your bag after you know what the contents are -- you want neither a bag that's empty nor a bag that's overflowing. And if the bag doesn't have your company's name on it, put it on there. A tag, a sticker, heck, paint it on there if you have to. It's a goodie bag and it's art! Impressive. You've contacted your companies, you have the goods from the ones who actually responded, now what? You'll need to throw in a few pens, maybe a notepad or a key chain, but is that enough? Nope! Just because your goodie bag is for business doesn't mean you can't make it fun, too. Don't be afraid to add in some decorative things and some food, too. If your company has a color scheme, add...

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Подготовьте все заранее. Свяжитесь с имеющими отношение компаниями для примера. Разместите свой бренд на мешке. Продумайте содержимое.


You probably have people at work that your friendly with but you haven't taken the time to get to know better. One of the keys to encourage friendships at work is to slowly make your relationship more personal. That is, you slowly start to share more about yourself with the people you enjoy talking to you, which in turn invites them to share more about themselves. In general, you tend to make friends with people who are nearby, which includes your neighbors. If you've talked a few times with a neighbor, consider trying to encourage a friendship by inviting the person over for dinner or bringing her brownies. Alternatively, meet your neighbors by bringing over a treat to encourage good will. One of the best ways to meet new people is to follow your passions. Find local groups that have the same interests you do. Look for groups that meet at your library with the same hobbies. Take classes in subjects that interest you at your local art museum or community college. By getting out in the community, you'll find people with similar interests who could become friends. If you can't find a group for your hobby, start one yourself. Most libraries have space to host groups, or you could meet at a coffee shop or restaurant. Try forming groups through social media such as Facebook or Meetup. Besides benefiting the community, volunteering also gives you a chance to meet new people. Consider volunteering at a library, a school, a hospital, a soup kitchen, or a food pantry, for instance. Pick something that will use your talents well. Spirituality comes in many forms, from more traditional religion to pagan groups and meditation. No matter what form you choose, it usually involves a group of people for you to engage with who likely have at least somewhat similar beliefs. If you see someone reading a book you love in a coffee shop, don't be afraid to go over and say hello. Similarly, if you've been smiling at the same person for weeks in one of your new classes, be sure to go over and introduce yourself. You can't be friends...

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Осмотритесь у себя на работе. Найдите друзей среди своих соседей. Делайте то, что вам нравится. Станьте волонтером. Попробуйте присоединиться к духовной или религиозной группе. Здоровайтесь с людьми. Сделайте комплимент. Договоритесь о регулярных встречах с группой людей. Поставьте себе цель завести новых друзей.


You probably have several things you need already lying around your house. Find two extension cords, scissors, and picture hanging strips (the ones with adhesive that pull off). You may need to go to a hardware or lighting store for vanity light bars and light bulbs. Use the type of light bulbs that your vanity light bars' manufacturer recommends. You can also find vanity light bars online in a variety of sizes. Take the two light bars out of their boxes. Remove the caps that surround the sides of each socket. Set the caps aside and take care not to lose them since you'll need to reinsert them after you install the light bars. These are usually reflective like the mirror so they hide the bases of the light bulbs when re-installed. Set the light bars on opposite sides of mirror. Place the bars where you ultimately want them so they lay flush against the frame. Depending on which light bars you purchase, you'll see holes for screws in several places. Use a screw driver or a drill to secure the light bar to your mirror. Your vanity light bars will probably come with the screws you need to attach the bars. Take a pair of scissors and cut off the adapter end of your extension cord. Do this for both extension cords and take care not to cut yourself while using the scissors. Make a 1/4 inch cut at the end of the cord where you just removed the adapter. You should cut in between the two thin cords that are connected. Once you've cut in between the cords, hold one cord in each hand and carefully pull them apart. Keep pulling until you have about 5 inches of separated wires. Use your scissors to cut just the plastic covering the copper wire about an inch from the end. Once you've made the cut, slide the plastic off the end so you see the copper wire. Do this for both of the wires on both sets of extension cords. Take care not to cut into the copper wire while you're cutting away the plastic covering.

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Купите все необходимое оборудование для гримерного зеркала. Откройте упаковочную коробку настенных светильников. Прикрутите лайтбары к зеркалу. Отрежьте удлинители. Зачистите медный провод.


You probably play video games just because you enjoy playing. But if playing video games is causing you to have recurring anger, then you might not be enjoying yourself as much as you used to.   If you experience chronic anger as a result of the games you’re playing, think about taking on a new hobby to replace gaming for a while. If you are not having fun, it’s not worth continuing your “relationship” with certain games. Playing (or even watching) violent video games may lead you to feel to increased feelings of anger and aggression, especially if you already have some anger issues. If you feel angry after playing or watching violent games, try switching to games that are not as violent. Not being able to get past a difficult level or obstacle in a game might also cause you to feel angry.  Think about why you tend to get angry when you play and whether or not failing a level or getting killed in the game is what sets off you anger. To deal with this type of anger, try playing a game that you have already mastered for a while and enjoy your success. Or, if you have the option to choose the difficulty in a game, try selecting a lower difficulty level to help prevent yourself from getting angry. If someone is trolling or harassing you on a MMO (massively multiplayer online) game, block or report the other player.  It’s not worth engaging with someone who is just trying to get a rise out of you.  Be sure that you are aware of the game’s community or user guidelines before reporting a player so that you are sure that they are acting inappropriately based on the MMO’s expectations. Sometimes you might feel anger (towards people or inanimate objects) when you are dealing with difficult problems in your life. If you find yourself getting angry about a video game (particularly if it is unusual for you to become angry), try to determine if other aspects of your life may be bothering you. For example, if you have just lost your job or gotten in trouble at school, you may feel frustrated and out of control of your life....

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Вспомните, почему вы играете в видеоигры. Играйте в менее жестокие видеоигры. Возможно, вы расстроены тем, что многое в игре у вас не получается. Заблокируйте или избегайте другого игрока, который заставляет вас злиться. Разберитесь, влияют ли внешние факторы на ваши эмоции. Откажитесь от игры, если она постоянно вас раздражает.


You probably use makeup to add flattering contours to your cheekbones and chin, but you may not know that you can also use makeup to contour your cleavage. This inexpensive, albeit temporary, method for achieving a larger look is quite easy to do with a little practice.  Get fully dressed with the bra and top you want to wear. Since this solution involves a trick of the eye, your cleavage and chest area should be visible - wear something low cut. If you're concerned about getting makeup on your shirt, you can protect it with some toilet paper or tape. That said, you probably don't want to use this method while wearing white. Create a cleavage shadow with dark bronzer by applying it between your breasts. Load the brush and sweep it upward from the center of your chest and up and out, creating a v-shape between your breasts. Apply a lighter colored face powder to the top half of your breasts. Use a makeup sponge to blend the edges with the bronzer for an even finish. Bra technology has evolved to the point where you can have beautiful, genuine-looking breasts without having to go under the knife or expend effort toward exercising. Shop around for a push-up bra that feels comfortable and makes your chest look the way you want it to. A great push-up bra won't weigh you down, shift when you move, or make your boobs look pointy or oddly shaped.  Push-up bras with extra padding can increase your breast size by several cups. Size up one cup or go for two or three sizes bigger. Try on push-up bras under a shirt before buying them. You might be surprised at how much heft they add to your chest, and you want to make sure you look natural and comfortable. Push-ups are made with foam, gel, and even water inserts for a natural look. These silicone bra inserts are worn inside your unpadded bra to provide a highly realistic simulation of a real breast. Their weight, texture and appearance is quite close to that of the real thing. You can buy them in a skin tone color or transparent.

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Откройте для себя контурирование груди. Купите бюстгальтер с пуш-апом. Купите «куриное филе».


You probably want the conversation to accomplish one of these things or a combination of a few:  Have your parents listen and understand what you’re saying without passing any judgement or offering any commentary. Have your parents support or receive their permission to do something. Give you advice or aide. Provide you with some guidance especially if you’re in trouble. To be fair and not put you down. This may be difficult especially if you need to talk about sex or open up in a way that you never had before. It’s natural to feel awkward or anxious when talking about difficult topics with your parents. Recognize what you are feeling and let your parents know so you can unburden yourself.  For example, if you’re worried that your parents will be disappointed then let them know immediately. Say something like, “Mom, I know that you had talked about this before and you’ll be disappointed at what I’m about to say but I know that you’ll listen to everything and give me what I’m looking for.” If your parents are particularly emotional and you expect a very harsh or unsupportive response, let them know that you have taken this into consideration yet have gathered the courage to still approach. Be proactive and diffuse the situation with positivity. “Dad, I know how mad this is going to make you but it’s important to me that I tell you because I know that you love and respect and only get mad because you want the best for me.” If your parents are already having a bad day, they may be even more prone to give you a negative response. Unless it is an emergency, wait for an appropriate time to approach your parents. Wait till you feel their mood is receptive and their day is relatively stress free.  For example, ask “May we talk or is now not a good time?” Going for a long drive or being out on a walk can be the perfect time; however, if you never find these opportunities you can simply make a good time. Make sure you know what you want to say ahead of time or write down key points to ensure that you don’t missing...

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Старайтесь предвидеть результат. Поймите свои чувства и расскажите о них. Выберите подходящее время.


You probably want to begin by playing someone who is at about your skill level or a little better, and preferably someone who isn't aggressively competitive. This way, you can have fun learning how to play. You can play one-on-one, or you can play with two teams of two, which is known as doubles. And you want someone who has regulation ping pong balls, paddles, and a table if you don't have access to any!  If your hand-eye coordination is more on par with a three-legged, blind dog, you might want to start practicing against a wall and getting familiar with how the ball and paddle work together. It's best on a table against the wall, for the record.  You want to play or practice with balls that are orange or white and 40 mm in size.  The table should be 2.74 meters (9.0 ft) long, 1.525 meters (5.0 ft) wide, and 0.76 meters (2.5 ft) high. Ping pong paddles don't have a regulation size, actually. Small paddles are hard to use successfully and bigger paddles weigh too much and are cumbersome. But they must be made of wood and rubber and competition paddles must have two colors (red and black). There are two commonly-used styles of gripping the paddle: the pen grip (penhold) and the shakehand grip. Regardless of how you grip the paddle, it's important to hold it loosely to allow your wrist to move freely.  If your fist is clenched around the handle, most of your force for returns will come from your arm, not your wrist, and you won't be as accurate. Neither grip is rocket science: With the pen grip, you essentially hold your paddle just as you would hold a pen. With the shakehand grip, you place your hand on the paddle's handle as though you are shaking hands with it, and then wrap your fingers loosely around it. The main thing here is to do what feels most natural for you. According to the official International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) rules, the right to choose whether to serve first is determined "by lot" (i.e. flipping a coin or drawing straws, etc.), with the winner choosing either whether to serve...

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Найдите напарника по игре. Вам нужно знать, как держать ракетку. Решите, кто подает первым. Подача мяча. Возврат мяча. Набор очков. Победа в игре. Новая игра.


You probably won't be able to see deep enough into your dog's ear to find the foreign body. This is because the ear canal is "L" shaped and foreign bodies worm their way deep down. The vet will need to look deep into the ear using an otoscope (which is an instrument that is part magnifier and part light). The vet will remove the irritating object using special long graspers called alligator forceps. Removing the foreign objects shouldn't take long or cause your dog any pain.

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Для удаления инородного тела из уха обратитесь к ветеринару.


You probably won't be getting much sleep the night you go out. You could end up at an after-party with the band or doing karaoke with the DJ's aunt. Either way, you are probably not going to sleep early. Drinking also interferes with your ability to get R.E.M. sleep, so you probably won’t rest well when you finally do get to bed. Getting plenty of rest before going out drinking is essential. If you know you're going to go big this weekend, make sure you get adequate sleep during the weekdays to prepare. A night of drinking can disrupt your ability to stay focused, solve problems, and do complex tasks long afterwards. For example, drinking five or more drinks in a night can affect your brain and body for up to three days. If you’re planning to go out drinking, it's best not to choose a night that’s right before a test, major work project, etc. Taking a break now and then from drinking as an activity can also be a good idea. For example, designating one weekend a month as an alcohol-free period can help you rest and recover. If you drink on an empty stomach, you will feel the effects of alcohol much faster, which can mean your night ends too soon. If you eat well and drink plenty of water before going out drinking, your body will slow its absorption of the alcohol you drink.  Eating beforehand stops you from feeling drunk as fast, but your body will still metabolize all of the alcohol eventually. In other words, you will still be affected by the alcohol, but you will not feel it as quickly. Good choices of foods and drink to consume beforehand include bread, meat, cheese, pasta, milk, etc. (all foods which will be digested slowly and/or are high in protein). Continuing to eat protein-rich foods while drinking will also slow your body’s absorption of alcohol. If you can, carry healthy snacks in your backpack, purse, or close by incase you need a snack to slow down alcohol absorption. Alcohol can impair your decision-making abilities, so it is a good idea to agree upon a plan for the night before going out. Make...

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Хорошо отдохните перед запланированной вечеринкой. Выберите подходящее время. Хорошо поешьте. Составьте план действий. Подумайте о том, как вы и ваши друзья будете добираться домой ночью. Оставьте ценные вещи дома.


You probably wouldn't want to use the same prank on an 18-year-old as you would on a 7-year-old. Try to find a prank that will be appropriate for their age. You can get them into trouble with your parents, or simply prank them. It’s generally best to leave your parents out of it unless it’s a really serious situation. You might as well get your revenge in a fun way through a prank. Make sure it isn't a predictable prank. There are so many great pranks out there, there’s no reason to fall back on one that's boring. Pranks have all sorts of levels of intensity so choose one based on how much revenge you're looking for. If you know good pranks, write them in a notebook and keep it in a place no one would look such as in your desk, under a pillow, or in a box. Keep your ideas secret until you decide to act.

TL;DR in Russian:

Учитывайте возраст. Выберите способ мести. Определитесь с розыгрышем.


You put in lot of hard work, you you have the facts and the content, but if you do not know the proper way to convey the message then you can lose out to others. Or somebody else who is a good talker might take the credit for your hard work, which can be extremely frustrating.  Therefore, it's important that you learn how to speak up for yourself and that you do not hesitate to speak wherever and whenever necessary about what you can do, what you have done, your strengths, capabilities. You may prefer to work behind the scenes silently, but it is equally important for you to take center stage from time to time if you wish to make your mark. If you are unwilling to be assertive, remember that there are scores of other people out there who are prepared to walk all over you in order to move up the ladder. You can prepare and practice what you would like to speak, but also remember to practice how you would like to say what you intend to say. Practice the right pace, intonation and pitch to deliver the message.  Being an introvert, you would probably find interrupting somebody rude and would prefer not to do it yourself. But, keep in mind that extroverts or the good talkers are usually good at interrupting/interjecting the speakers, when somebody interrupts your mind goes blank, you feel like escaping from that place with all the eyes fixed on you and you not knowing how to and what to respond. Such incidents send jitters or scare you or make you retreat into oblivion. So, practice how you would face them, what you would say in such case, how you would respond, how you would tackle it …because introverts are usually not extemporaneous speakers and need time to prepare. So it really helps to be prepared to speak up. For example, when somebody interrupts you you can politely but firmly ask them to wait till you finish, or that you have allotted time for questions at the end of your presentation and so their question has to wait. Since introverts are better at writing than talking, you can use this characteristic to...

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Попробуйте быть настойчивым. Практикуйтесь выступать перед другими. Сделайте написание писем лучшей своей способностью. Примите ту или иную точку зрения. Готовьтесь к любым встречам, презентациям или обсуждениям всеми возможными способами. Заставьте себя быть более общительным.


You should add a dollop of mustard that is about the size of your fingertip. Mustard acts as an emulsifying agent--when two liquids don’t mix, like water and oil, mustard breaks them down and helps them to mix. You can also add a fingertip-sized dollop of mayonnaise to the bowl. Mayo is also an emulsifier and adds a nice creamy texture to the vinaigrette. However, for a lower-calorie vinaigrette, skip the mayo. This item will depend on the kind of vinaigrette you are making. The most standard vinaigrette is one made with lemons. Squeeze one fresh lemon into your bowl. If you don’t have a fresh lemon, you can also use four tablespoons of bottled lemon juice. Whisk the lemon juice with the other ingredients in the bowl. Make sure that it is thoroughly mixed. Other options for your acidic element include red wine, white wine, and apple cider vinegar. To properly combine all of the ingredients, continue to whisk the lemon mixture while slowly pouring in the olive oil. Whisking while pouring will help the water-based lemon juice combine with the oil. Continue to whisk until all of the ingredients are thoroughly combined. For a basic vinaigrette, all you need to ad is salt and pepper. Add as much or as little as you like. Season to taste. If you want to add other herbs, now is the time to do so. Other herbs you might like to add include:  Minced garlic, onion, or shallot. Finely chopped basil, parsley, thyme, or dill. Other spices like paprika or cumin. Only do this right before you are about to eat so that the lettuce does not get soggy. Enjoy!

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Положите немного горчицы в небольшую миску. Добавьте кислый элемент в миску. Добавьте оливковое масло. Добавьте приправы. Вылейте заправку на салат.


You should add several drops of each type of oil to a spray bottle filled with water and a few squirts of dish soap. Shake the bottle to stir the elements together. Then spray the areas of your house that seem to attract wasps, including under eaves and on porch roofs.  Don’t spray the whole area, as this would require more than one spray bottle of solution and can be very expensive. Focus on spraying where there have been other nests on your home. You can also buy wasp repellent in home improvement stores if you’d prefer not to mix your own. There are some plants that keep wasps away because they don't like the smell. Planting a few of them near where you spend a lot of time - the front porch or your backyard - can help keep wasps away. Mint, thyme, eucalyptus, and citronella will all repel wasps, and they'll also make your yards smell great! Since wasps are territorial, they won’t build a nest within 20 feet or so of another nest. Hang one decoy on each side of your house to keep wasps away from the whole house.

TL;DR in Russian:

Смешайте эфирные масла гвоздики, герани и лемонграсса. Выращивайте растения-репелленты. Используйте ловушки для ос.


You should aerate your lawn every 2 to 3 years. This process removes small plugs of soil from the ground and allows new nutrients, soils, air, and water to get to the roots of the existing plants. If your lawn is large, you may want to break it up into smaller segments and do a different one each year. Rent an aerator if you don’t have one. You can find manual models, as well as models that you can pull behind a riding lawn mower. If you have a small lawn, you can even consider aerators that strap onto your shoes. You just walk around your lawn and poke holes in it with the soles of the aerators.

TL;DR in Russian:

Оцените,  должен ли ваш газон подвергаться аэрации. Выберите аэратор. Запустите аэратор на вашем газоне.


You should aim to apply your chosen mulch to the hydrangea bed in springtime (though the timing isn't overly important).  Mulching the hydrangeas in spring will help to retain moisture in the soil over the dry summer months, which will prevent you from needing to water the flowers as frequently. You should avoid mulching in the wintertime as this causes the soil to retain cold, which is bad for the plants. Before you apply the mulch, you should remove any weeds from the flower bed and give them a good watering. This prevents the soil from drying out or becoming clogged with weeds beneath the mulch. For best results, you should apply a relatively thick layer of mulch, approximately four inches deep.  As a general rule, finer-textured mulches - such as sawdust - should be applied less thickly (about 3 inches depth) than ones with thick chunky pieces. Larger-textured mulches - such as bark chips - may be applied to a depth of about 5 inches (12.7 cm). Keep the mulch 3 to 6 inches (7.6 to 15.2 cm) away from the stems of your hydrangeas. If the mulch is right up against the stems, it encourages dampness, which can lead to root rot. It could also encourage rodent activity during the winter and subsequent stem damage from the rodents. You should replenish the mulch around the hydrangeas every year, in order to keep it fresh.  Do not just pour new mulch over the old - use a garden fork, dirt shovel or rake to loosen and turn the old mulch. This will prevent the mulch from becoming too compacted, which restricts water and air movement. Add new mulch to the old mulch to bring the total depth up to between 3 and 5 inches. Remember that your hydrangeas will require a bit more water after mulching, because the thick mulch layer will absorb some water before it reaches the roots. Therefore you will need to provide more water to prevent the roots from drying out.

TL;DR in Russian:

Выполните мульчирование весной. Перед внесением мульчи полейте гортензии. Внесите слой мульчи толщиной примерно 10 сантиметров. Покрывайте почву мульчей, отступив от побегов гортензии на 8–15 сантиметров. Каждый год используйте новую мульчу. После мульчирования не забывайте более основательно, чем обычно, поливать гортензии.


You should already have developed some ideas about this, but this is your last chance to choose the right attacker to send the ball to.  You can create advantageous situations for your team by being deceptive about where you are going to send the ball, potentially leaving the other team unprepared for which attacker will actually be spiking.  For example, you might slightly arch your back, as if you are going to back set, and then at the last second set the ball forward instead, or vice versa. You can also square up as if you are going to set the ball toward one player, especially one across the court, and instead execute a short set to an attacker in a different direction, such as off to your side.  After setting, turn and look toward the ball's final destination, to signal your own teammates.

TL;DR in Russian:

Решите, куда вы хотите бросить мяч.


You should also get medical attention if you cannot keep any food or water down, or are nauseous for more than 48 hours.  You should also seek medical attention if you feel weak, have a fever, have stomach pain, or cannot urinate for 8 hours or more. If there is blood in your vomit, bright red or coffee grounds in appearance and if you have a severe headache or a stiff neck or severe abdominal pain, go see a doctor. You should also take your child to a doctor if she hasn’t urinated in 4-6 hours, she has signs of dehydration, and she is experiencing diarrhea. There are several prescription medications that work to reduce nausea. Most begin working within 30 to 60 minutes.  Promethazine hydrochloride is available as a tablet, syrup, injection, or suppository.  Chlorpromazine is only available as a suppository. Prochlorperazine comes as both tablets and suppositories. Trimetho-benzamide hydrochloride is available as a capsule, injection, syrup, or suppository. Metoclopramide hydrochloride comes as a syrup, tablet, or injection. For relief from nausea connected to motion sickness, ask your doctor about scopolamine or Dramamine patches.

TL;DR in Russian:

Обратитесь к врачу, если у вас была рвота три раза в день или чаще. Если у вашего ребенка рвота на протяжении двух часов или более, либо у него высокая температура, немедленно доставьте его к врачу. Попросите врача назначить вам лекарство от тошноты.


You should also remove anything else that is inside the oven, such as pizza stones or oven thermometers. Check to make sure nothing is left inside of the oven before you begin cleaning.

TL;DR in Russian:

Извлеките решетки.


You should also see a doctor if your pain is so severe that it prevents you from living your life. The following symptoms may also indicate an underlying condition that needs treatment:  Nausea that doesn’t go away Black, tarry stool or bright red bloody streaks Severe diarrhea or constipation Chest pain Unexplained weight loss There are several conditions which can have similar symptoms to gas. This means that if you aren’t sure that your symptoms are just gas, you may want to get checked by a doctor. The following conditions may produce symptoms that feel like gas:  Appendicitis Gall stones An obstructed bowel Irritable bowel syndrome Heart diseases Be honest and open with your doctor. In order to best diagnose you, your doctor will need to examine you physically and talk about your diet.  Let your doctor tap your abdomen and listen to whether it sounds hollow. If so, it suggests you have a lot of gas. Your doctor will also listen to your abdomen with a stethoscope. Loud rumbling and gurgling noises may be a sign that the intestines are full of gas. Give your doctor an honest summary of your eating habits. Provide your doctor with your medical records, including a complete list of medications, supplements, and vitamins that you take.

TL;DR in Russian:

Обратитесь к врачу в случае симптомов какого-либо заболевания. Заблаговременно обратите внимание на серьезные симптомы. Пройдите медицинское обследование.


You should also treat a severe sprain with rest, ice, compression, and elevation. However, while a less serious sprain can heal within 2 to 4 weeks or less, a severe sprain can take months to heal. Keep weight off of your foot and stick with RICE treatment throughout the healing process. A severe sprain involves significant ligament damage. In order to heal, your foot needs to be immobilized as much as possible. Your doctor will provide you with an immobilization cast or boot and let you know how long to wear it. The most serious sprains may require surgery. If you have severe ligament damage, your primary doctor will likely refer you to a podiatrist, or foot specialist. After surgical reconstruction, you’ll have to wear a boot for 4 to 8 weeks. Depending on your injury’s severity, you’ll start physical therapy 4 to 8 weeks after surgery. It could take anywhere from 16 weeks to 12 months to fully recover.

TL;DR in Russian:

Продолжайте следовать технике RICE. Носите фиксирующий гипс согласно указаниям врача. В случае серьезной травмы связок вам стоит обсудить с врачом возможность хирургического вмешательства.


You should always ask before you put an employer’s name down as a reference. If they are contacted without knowing that you are applying for a job, they might be caught off guard and give a less than great reference. This will not make a good impression. It’s courteous and smart to ask ahead of time. If at all possible, let your employer(s) know when you start looking for jobs that you may ask for a letter soon. Your employer will appreciate having plenty of time to write the letter. Giving them plenty of notice also means that they will have more time to polish the letter and make it very strong. This will improve your prospects! For instance, if it’s Monday and you are asked to submit letters by the end of the week, don’t procrastinate and ask only on Wednesday. Ask your employer right away on Monday. Asking someone for a letter of reference in-person can make them feel pressured. They might find it harder to say no if they have to. Instead, write an email that asks for a letter of reference or use some other indirect method. This avoids putting your potential referee on the spot and allows them the opportunity to politely decline. Even if you know the employer well they’ll appreciate some comments on why you are asking them for a letter. Tell them how much you value their opinion on your job performance. You could also say that no one else is as qualified to comment specifically on your skills and qualities. Try writing something like: “John, in our two years working together, you’ve had the chance to see the successes I’ve had on several marketing projects. Your years of experience and mentorship along the way have been invaluable. I think you are uniquely qualified to discuss my performance, and I’d deeply appreciate your comments.” Make sure to tell you prospective letter writer that it’s ok if they are unable to write the letter for you. This makes it easier for them to say no if they don’t have time or don’t feel like they are the best person for the task.  For instance, instead of asking “John, will...

TL;DR in Russian:

Заранее обратитесь к работодателям. Не обращайтесь с просьбой в последний момент. Не просите в разговоре лицом к лицу. Используйте комплимент. Предоставьте путь к отступлению. Вежливо реагируйте на отказ.


You should always begin with the end in mind when it comes to planning a presentation. Think about what you're trying to convey, and the best means to do so in the time you have.  Write down your most important points. See if you notice a key point emerging. If your audience were to take away one thing from this presentation, what would it be? Don't just bombard your audience with facts. Think about what these facts do for your audience. What's the point you're trying to make with the information? If your topic isn't common knowledge, then you'll need to include that information in your presentation and ensure that you have enough time for it. You should also consider what your audience expects from the presentation. For example:  Are you trying to sell them a product, introduce them to a new idea, alter their way of thinking? Think about the kind of people in your audience. Do you have a tougher crowd, or do you have a group of enthusiastic people excited about what you're going to say? Ask yourself what statements, facts, and points best illustrate the theme of your presentation. A 10-minute presentation, for example, should include no more than 3 points. You should also consider the way the points relate to one another, and be prepared to discuss them in a logical, cohesive fashion. Not all points will relate to one another.  For example, if you're talking to a company about recycling program, you might discuss how corporate pollution contributes to global warming and how recycling can help the company save money. You wouldn't discuss the melting ice caps as a key point. Melting ice caps are a valid concern, but they are a fact or a supporting point. Comb through the research you are presenting. Look for your most solid supporting information. This should be the information that will really get the audience thinking, and can inspire change. Supporting information should do three things:  Add clarity to your argument by explaining anything the audience may not understand. For example: a brief overview of...

TL;DR in Russian:

Продумайте цель вашей презентации. Учтите состав публики, для которой предназначена презентация. Выберите основные положения своей презентации. Подберите своим словам лучшую доказательную базу.


You should always consult with a professional coin grading service before you clean your collectable coins. Cleaning collectable coins can significantly reduce their value, and in fact, sometimes coin “toning” or the discoloration and patina caused by exposure to air can actually add to the coin’s overall value. For that reason, you shouldn’t be cleaning valuable or antique coins.  When you are handling antique coins, always hold them on the edge and not on the coin's face. Oils and fingerprints can hurt a coin's value. There is standardised grading for coins, so even the smallest scratch from wiping one off can significantly reduce its value. You may store your 2x2 plastic holders in a binder to display all of your coins. Hard plastic is better because it is more sturdy and will prevent your coin from being damaged. The most important thing is that the containers are air-tight and that the coins will not be exposed to the environment around it.  Make sure that you remove any plastic that contains PVC plastic. Buy coin flips that use Mylar flips because PVC can damage the coins over time. Keep your antique coins away from staples or other metal. Do not use paper. It contains sulphur and can turn your coins black.

TL;DR in Russian:

Обратитесь к профессионалу. Храните коллекционные монеты в специальных папках 2x2 из жесткого пластика.


You should always draw out your design before you start. It doesn't have to be a good drawing, but it does need to give you a solid road-map for what you're going to do. Draw the sculpture from several different angles, so that you can understand how different areas meet up, the height at which different pieces need to be, actual scale, etc. Sketching the sculpture to scale can be extremely useful. If it is very large, don't sweat it but if you can draw the sculpture to scale, do it. Armature is a fancy word sculptors use for "support structure". Think of your armature as your sculpture's bones. The armature is important, as it will keep the piece from becoming too delicate and easily broken.  Usually the armature is made from wire, the gauge of which will depend on the size of your sculpture. You can use other materials though, if your sculpture is small or wire is unavailable. Toothpicks can work, as can sticks. For larger sculptures, PVC pipe or plumping pipes can be useful. Using your sketch, identify the main "pieces" of the sculpture. Look at the lines that define those pieces and how they connect to the other pieces. Again, imagine a skeleton. Form your armature to these lines. The filler is a bit like the muscles of your sculpture. Generally it's made out of a cheap, light-weight, plentiful material. It's important because it will help you save on materials costs, as well as keep down the weight of your sculpture (making it less prone to breaking and easier to move). Common filler materials include masking or painter's tape, tin foil, newspaper, or cheaper clay (not encouraged).

TL;DR in Russian:

Спроектируйте эскиз. Сделайте каркас. Добавьте наполнитель.


You should always follow your doctor’s instructions, but some general guidelines for resting your knee and reducing swelling follow:  Elevate your knee Apply an ice pack or cold compress for 10 – 15 minutes Repeat four times per day for a few days after the injury If your doctor says it is okay, take Motrin (ibuprofen) to reduce your pain and swelling.  Follow the dosing prescribed by your doctor or pharmacist.  You can also take Tylenol (acetaminophen), but this will only treat the pain and not address swelling. Talk to your doctor if you feel that you need to continue using these medications for longer than a week. After your kneecap is back in place you will likely be placed in a knee brace to prevent the kneecap from becoming dislocated again. The connective tissues in your knee may take weeks to heal enough to provide stability to your kneecap. In the meantime, it is important that you wear the brace as it will provide stability to the joint. It can be easy to skip or reschedule follow-up appointments with your doctor once you are no longer in pain.  However, these appointments are necessary so that your doctor can ensure that the knee is healing properly and that there are no secondary injuries that were missed at your original appointment. Expect your first follow-up appointment to be just a few days after the initial injury. You should try to avoid putting too much stress or pressure on your knee for a few weeks after the injury.  You should allow the joint to be mobile while still giving it time to heal.  Discuss with your doctor when to resume work and other activities. If your doctor refers you to a physical therapist once your knee has started to heal, be sure that you go to your therapy appointments and do any at-home exercises that the physical therapist gives you. Even when your knee starts to feel better, you have to strengthen it the proper way to avoid re-injury and ensure a full range of motion.  This can also help you avoid complications down the road. Athletes who have suffered from a...

TL;DR in Russian:

Не нагружайте ногу. Купите выпускающиеся без рецепта обезболивающие препараты. Наденьте повязку на колено. Примите во внимание следующие рекомендации. В течение следующих нескольких недель после получения травмы будьте особенно осторожны. Если необходимо, сходите на процедуры физиотерапии. Если вы спортсмен, проконсультируйтесь с врачом по спортивной медицине. Примите добавки глюкозамина. Носите удобную качественную обувь.


You should always give your guy the opportunity to realize for himself that you like him so that he can do something about it if he wants to. Be a little flirty and be sure to spend time with him. Try to introduce little touches and other hints. Just don't drag this on too long! Try biting your lip every time he looks at you or smile nervously. Look into his eyes and then turn away slowly. It's important to choose a good time to talk. You don't want him to be distracted, upset about something else, or just downright busy! That will kill your chances before you even get started. Talk to him about setting aside some good time to talk, or try to catch him at a time when you know he won't be busy. Talk to him in private. Confessing your crush in front of other people will make him feel pressured and embarrassed, and you don't want that! People that feel cornered can be unwilling to admit how they really feel. Instead, get him on his own so that the two of you can have a real heart-to-heart. When confessing your feelings, you have to just get out there and say how you feel. Be confident! Guys will think this is sexy. You also have to be bold because you're going to need to take the initiative in talking about how you feel and whether the two of you could have anything.

TL;DR in Russian:

Дайте ему знаки. Выберите подходящее время. Поговорите с ним наедине. Будьте смелой.


You should always go into an interview with a list of personal and professional references. Make sure to let your references know that they may be contacted by your interviewer. Remove anything that might be considered inappropriate from your social media accounts before you begin applying for jobs. There's a good chance that the parents will look you up online at some point. You might even consider downloading an app to clean your accounts up for you. Always be sure to silence your phone before an interview. A ringing phone can make you look unprofessional and might interrupt the conversation at the worst possible time. Always bring a pen and paper with you to an interview to take notes. It will make you look prepared, and it will allow you to easily jot down contact information and anything else you may need to remember after the interview. You should never say anything negative about a former employer during an interview, even if it is true. These kinds of comments will only make you come across as negative and immature, so try to think of a positive way of talking about your past jobs. It's important for the interviewer to get a good sense of who you are, but it's also important that you demonstrate that you are capable of staying on-task. Offer details or examples when they are relevant, but try not to get too off-topic when answering questions. After your interview, be sure to send a note, either by mail or by email, to the family. You should thank them for their time and reiterate your interest in  the position.

TL;DR in Russian:

Подготовьте рекомендации. Приведите в порядок свои онлайн странички. Выключите сотовый телефон. Делайте заметки. Сохраняйте позитивный настрой. Не перескакивайте с мысли на мысль. Пошлите письмо благодарности.


You should always have an antivirus program installed and running on your computer. If you do not, there are several free programs available, such as AVG or Avast. Download and install one of these programs.  If you can’t access the internet because of the virus infection, you may need to download the program on another computer and then transfer it to the infected computer via thumb drive. Many websites have banners that claim you are infected. These are almost always scams, and you should never click these warnings. Only trust your installed antivirus software to detect viruses on your system. Your antivirus program will likely be much more effective if you run it in Safe Mode. To enter Safe Mode, reboot your computer and repeatedly strike the F8 key until the Advanced Boot menu appears. Select Safe Mode from the menu. If all else fails, and you can’t remove the virus with an antivirus program, you may need to reinstall your copy of Windows and start from scratch. Backup all of your important data and then follow this guide for reinstalling your operating system.

TL;DR in Russian:

Запустите антивирусную программу. Загрузитесь в безопасном режиме. Переустановите Windows.


You should always prepare your hair for cornrows/weave prior to executing the style. Wash your hair as you normally do, and give it a good conditioning treatment as well. Make sure that your hair is totally dry before starting the cornrow process. To create the base to sew your weave onto, you have to braid your head in a series of cornrows. To do this, you’ll need a wide tooth comb, a fine tooth comb, and a hair pick. You will also need 2 to 3 large hair clips to hold your hair away from your face, and a detangling spray of some sort (3 parts water mixed with 1 part oil in a spray bottle works well). When you add your weave, you’ll place it in layers around a part in your natural hair. Your part is the exposed area of the scalp, and is typically located down the center of your head or slightly off-center. Choose the location of the part carefully because you will not be able to change it until you take out the weave. Separate out 0.5 in (1.3 cm) sections of hair on either side of it. Pin the rest of your hair back using the clips. Your part only needs to go about halfway back on your head. Each of the braids you began on either side of your part will continue on to form full braids that wrap around your head. This means that from a birds-eye-view of your completed head, there will be concentric circles formed around your part. Follow the pattern of the perimeter braid, by sectioning off thin pieces of hair around the outer edge and working in. Go to the next braid closest to your hairline, and braid on either side of your part towards the back of your head.  Continue spraying your hair with the oil/water mixture or your detangler spray to make braiding easier. Your braids should be very tight and may hurt while braiding, but shouldn’t be painful when completed. The braids will likely become quite thick about halfway through, because of all the hair you gather. Don’t be worried if because of this your braids are uneven. Work inwards on your braids, away from your part. Each of the small braids you started on...

TL;DR in Russian:

Помойте и приведите в надлежащее состояние ваши волосы. Соберите необходимые материалы. Разделите пробор. Начните плести центральные косы. Заканчивайте плести косы.


You should always read a garment’s care label before washing it, because the care label will tell you exactly how to proceed. Check the care label for:  Whether you can machine wash the coat or if it has to be hand washed Which cycle to use in the washer (if permitted) What detergents or soaps to use Other special washing and care instructions Drying instructions Whether the is coat dry clean only Use a garment brush and wipe the coat gently to remove dirt, dust, food, mud, and other particles that have collected. To prevent felting and making the wool fluffy, brush lengthwise from the collar to the bottom. You can use a damp cloth to brush the coat if you don’t have a garment brush. Look over the garment for dirt, food, and other stains that may be on the fabric. To spot clean, apply a small amount of mild detergent, such as Woolite, to the affected area. Rub the detergent in gently with your finger until the dirt comes loose.  Even if you don’t see any soiling, spot clean the collar, cuffs, and armpits of the coat. You can also use a stain bar or cashmere and wool shampoo to spot clean a wool coat.

TL;DR in Russian:

Прочтите информацию по уходу за вещью на ярлычке пальто. Почистите пальто щеткой. Точечно почистите пятна.


You should always say what you believe in, be willing to take risks, and have the ability to admit your mistake without being worried about what other people will think. Doing this shows that you have self-confidence. This helps create an attractive personality because it shows that you're comfortable with yourself and that makes others comfortable around you. Asking questions is important when it comes to confidence. The more you know, the more comfortable you'll feel when speaking about things. Never be afraid to ask questions. Dressing appropriately and having good posture show confidence. You don't have to have the “perfect body” to be confident in it. People will be more attracted to you if you dress well, respect yourself, and carry yourself well. If you need a little boost, place post-it's around your mirror that remind you of the parts of your body that you love. Focus on these rather than the things that you're self-conscious about. While confidence is endearing, cockiness is very unappetizing. People will turn away from your personality if you're all about yourself. A great way to avoid this is to remind yourself to compliment others. Every day, find 5 people to give compliments to. They can be strangers, co-workers, or friends. Either way, this will help you stay grounded.

TL;DR in Russian:

Демонстрируйте уверенность в своих словах и поступках. Перестаньте стесняться своего тела. Замечайте разницу между уверенностью и самоуверенностью.


You should always start by stopping certain things that make your breasts bigger naturally. The most common culprit will be birth control pills, which can add up to two cup sizes to your breasts! You'll have to talk to your doctor about non-hormone based alternatives.  A good alternative option to birth control pills is the copper IUD.  Pregnancy and breastfeeding are also natural causes of bigger breasts but you should not act against these states as they are natural and temporary. Calories are the fuel that our body uses and in order to burn fat (which is the main contributor to your bust line), you'll need to give it less fuel than it needs. This doesn't mean starving yourself, it just means balancing your activity level with the amount of fuel it needs. Lowering the amount of food you eat by a small amount while increasing your activity by a small amount can be enough to help you lose weight.  Use an online calorie calculator to find out how to adjust your diet. This calorie deficit should only be temporary. Once you've reached a healthy target weight, balance your calorie intake with your activity level. Maintaining a healthy diet is more important than losing fat around your bust. If you are already at a healthy overall weight, losing additional weight to make your breasts smaller would be unhealthy.  Maintaining a calorie deficit is only one factor involved in losing weight and excess fat. While this may have a limited short-term benefit, it's not the only thing that counts. You'll want to eat a healthier diet that puts your calorie intake to work for you! By eating few unhealthy items and increasing the nutritional value of the food that you do eat, you can make yourself feel more full with less food and easily decrease the number of calories you consume in a day.  Add healthy items to your diet. Eat healthy foods like kale, spinach, broccoli, quinoa, whole grain oatmeal, potatoes, lentils, edamame, white beans, fish, eggs, cottage cheese, and many other foods. Skip on fruits, which add a lot of sugar...

TL;DR in Russian:

Перестаньте делать то, что увеличивает вашу грудь. Создайте себе дефицит калорий. Начните питаться здоровой пищей. Ешьте меньшими порциями. Сделайте свою жизнь более активной. Делайте упражнения с умом. Сохраняйте высокий уровень мотивации.


You should always talk with your doctor before switching formulas. This includes if you are switching for dietary or financial reasons. Your doctor will be able to recommend a formula suitable for your baby and can help you with the transition to a new formula.  If your baby gets hives, a rash, redness, or vomits forcefully after drinking formula, they may have a true allergy to the milk or soy protein found within the formula. Your doctor or pediatrician may also recommend switching formulas for dietary reasons or due to poor weight gain. For example, your baby may need more iron in their diet and, therefore, an iron-fortified formula may be best. Certain formulas may also be recommended for babies with severe acid reflux. If the doctor does not suspect a true medical problem; however, they may be able to recommend a brand or formula that can improve other health symptoms, such as fussiness, gas, and difficulty pooping. It will be easiest on your baby’s digestive system to stick with the same protein type when switching formulas. If you have decided to try a new brand for cost rather than medical reasons, this should be relatively easy. For example, if your baby's current formula uses cows' milk as the protein type, then you should choose a new less expensive formula that also uses a similar ratio of cows' milk. If the protein in the initial formula was hydrolyzed or partially hydrolyzed, keep this consistent in the new formula. If you are switching formulas because your baby has a digestive intolerance, you will need to choose a formula with a different protein type. See which new formula your doctor thinks will help your baby's digestion. Your doctor may recommend that you try a soy-based formula instead of a cows' milk formula to treat a casein intolerance. If your baby was previously drinking a formula with iron, DHA, or other additives, consider selecting another formula with those characteristics. Reading the label will also help you understand the ingredients and you can avoid any ingredients that may...

TL;DR in Russian:

Проконсультируйтесь с врачом или педиатром, прежде чем перейти на другую детскую смесь. Подумайте о переходе на другую смесь с тем же типом белка. Выберите смесь с другим белком в случае непереносимости пищеварительной системой. Читайте этикетку на смеси.


You should always try to listen to your body and respond to it. That means don't delay when you need to go, and don't try to hold it in. You may be constipated because you have been withholding when you need to go. In this case, faeces can condense, making the stool harder to pass.  People who are traveling or experiencing a change in routine can become constipated. Add in yogurt or prunes and try to stay near a toilet. Ask for an aisle seat on a plane or stop frequently on a road trip. Having an environment where you can relax can help you poop more easily and not rush or force it. Close the door and make sure your family knows it is not okay to enter if the door is shut. Don't let people pressure you or make a fuss of it. Never get stressed out as this may slow the process down. Try placing your feet on a low stool when you are using the toilet. This can elevate your knees above your hips, and potentially make passing stools easier. Try to relax when you are sat on the toilet, and breathe steadily. Don't hold your breath and don't take a deep breath in at the start. One toilet technique is to imagine that your back passage is an elevator. Gently try to push down to the ground floor, and then the basement, until it is down as far as it can go.  Relax for a second, but do not let the elevator rise back up. Widen your waist and push back and down. Don't strain yourself, but try to maintain the pressure.

TL;DR in Russian:

Прислушивайтесь к своему организму. Сделайте так, чтобы в своей домашней уборной вы могли расслабиться. Расслабьтесь, сидя на унитазе.


You should always wash your face before using a pore strip. Washing removes dirt and oil. Using warm water will also open up your pores.   It is particularly important to remove makeup before applying the pore strips.  By opening up your pores, warm water will make it easier for the pore strip to attach to dirt inside the pores. Thus you can pull it out and prevent blackheads from forming. For these pore strips, you will need the egg white specifically, which can be difficult to separate from the yolk. Consider saving yourself the trouble and purchase egg white that has already been separated.  Alternatively, you can use an egg white separator. Crack the egg and let it run through the separator. The yolk will get caught in the separator and the white will flow through. Have a container underneath to catch the egg white. You can also break the egg into a bowl. Use your hands to gently pick up the yolk and move it to a separate container. Put egg white in a small bowl and place a large piece of two-ply toilet paper or paper towel in the bowl. It is imperative that the paper be thoroughly soaked in egg white. Alternatively, you can use a makeup brush to spread the egg white directly on your face, stick the paper on your face, and then use the paper to apply an additional layer of egg white on top. A large piece of paper can be spread across your entire face, or at least most of it. This will allow you to get a lot of blackheads at the same time. Be especially careful to target problem areas, where you have or are experiencing blackheads. The paper should harden, so that it sticks to your face. This might take anywhere from 10-20 minutes. There is no need to tear the paper up into thin sheets, like store bought pore strips. You can use one large paper towel or piece of toilet paper to cover much of your face. This makes the process quicker and easier. After approximately 10-20 minutes, slowly remove the paper from your face. Start from the edge when peeling it off. Do not pull it off so quickly that you hurt...

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Умойте лицо теплой водой. Купите яичный белок. Промокните бумагу в яичном белке. Прилепите смоченную в яичном белке бумагу на лицо. Оставьте бумагу закрепиться на лице. Оторвите бумагу от лица. Ополосните лицо холодной водой и нанесите увлажняющее средство.


You should approach this conversation almost like you are preparing to give an important speech. You want to write out how you want the conversation to go. Visualize it going well. Practice saying all your reasons out loud to yourself in the mirror or to a friend. You want to get your parent's full attention as you convince them to help you in switching schools.  Say something like, “Hey, Mom and Dad! Can we all sit down at the table together? I have something I’d like to talk about with you, and I’d really love to hear what you think.” You want to let your parents know that this is important to you and that you appreciate them listening to your thoughts. Even if your parents don’t respond at first, you don’t want to come across as whiney because this will make it less likely that your parents will support you in switching schools. At the same time, be honest.  You want them to know how much staying in your current situation will hurt you. Make your statements sincere and to-the-point.   If you’re being bullied, don’t be too embarrassed to show them how much it’s affecting your performance at school and how much it hurts you. Say something like, “There is a group of kids in my class that writes mean notes to me every day and steal things out of my desk. They call me names, and it makes me sad. I’ve asked them to stop, and I’ve talked to the teacher, but they still do it behind her back. I have a hard time enjoying school or focusing because I can’t stop thinking about it.” If you think you need a school with more academic attention say something like, “I’ve been having a hard time finishing my work in school because I don’t understand it. There are so many kids in my class that the teacher usually doesn’t have time to help me.” Or, if you want more of a challenge, say, “I get all A’s at school because the work is too easy. I finish all my work first, and I end up just sitting there in class. My teacher doesn’t have time to make special assignments for me.” These are the reasons that changing would improve...

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Запишите и отрепетируйте. Продумайте вступление. Говорите спокойно, придавая значение каждому слову. Составьте список положительных моментов. Оставьте разговор открытым.


You should avoid going near your newly-grown beard with a scissors or beard trimmers until it's been growing for a minimum of four weeks. Individual hairs grow at a different rate, so some sections of your facial hair may take longer to grow than others. Have patience and wait to see how much you can grow before shaping and trimming. The more hair you have, the easier it is to work with. Once you have allowed nature to run wild and have been growing your beard for 4 to 6 weeks, you can start thinking about what style of beard you wish to adopt. You could leave it as it is - wild, rugged and undeniably masculine. Or you could go for something a little more polished, like a goatee and mustache combo or a refined chin strip or soul patch. Then you have the less common, but nonetheless manly, muttonchops and chin curtains. The choice is yours. Once you have decided on a style, you can undertake the delicate process of trimming your beard. If this is your first time, you may want to consider going to a barber to have it done professionally, though finding a barber with any significant experience in handling beards is becoming harder and harder nowadays. If trimming your beard yourself, use a good trimmer to define your neckline, before shaping the rest of the beard. It is usually best to leave the cheek line natural, to avoid a weirdly shaped beard. Your beard will need some regular love and attention to keep it in tip-top condition. Try shampooing it daily (or almost daily) with a gentle shampoo to keep the hair clean and remove any lost pieces of food (it will happen), and use a little conditioner from time to time to help strengthen the hair and keep it looking full and thick. If you're exposing your beard to any harsh elements or chemicals - for example, while skiing or swimming in a chlorine-filled pool - you should apply a light layer of oil, such as jojoba or grape seed oil, which will protect your beard by locking in moisture and preventing the loss of natural oils. If your beard doesn't work out as well...

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Избегайте желания начать придавать бороде форму слишком рано. Выберите стиль для своей бороды. Подбривайте вашу бороду. Регулярно используйте шампунь и кондиционер. Используйте защитное масло. Если ничего не поможет, подождите пару лет.


You should be able to find the herbs at a natural health foods store or a bulk foods store. They should be ground or in powder form:  1/2 teaspoon Marshmallow root powder (soothing on inflamed tissues) 1/2 cup Slippery Elm Bark powder (reduces inflamed membranes) 1/4 cup of hot water 2 tablespoons of honey Put the 2 tablespoons of honey into a glass measuring cup and add enough of the hot marshmallow liquid to have a total of 1/2 cup.  Pour this into a mixing bowl and discard the rest. Hollow out a well or a depression in the middle of the powder. Pour the honey/marshmallow solution into the well of the Slippery Elm Bark powder and, using clean hands, mix the ingredients together. Form small oblong shapes about the size of a grape (think lozenge size). You should get about 20 lozenges. This well help to reduce their “stickiness”.  Place lozenges on a plate to let them dry for at least 24 hours. Once dry, wrap lozenges in waxed or parchment paper. Store in a cool, dry, and dark place.  They should stay good for about 6 months. Just unwrap and allow the lozenge to slowly dissolve in your mouth. These lozenges are for adults but can be for children who are old enough for lozenges to be safe, usually over the age of 5. For children younger than 5 years, lozenges can be a choking hazard.

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Приобретите необходимые травы и ингредиенты. Растворите порошок корня алтея в горячей воде. Добавьте 1/2 стакана порошка коры скользкого вяза в миску. Обмакните каждый леденец в порошке коры скользкого вяза. Оберните каждый леденец. Рассасывайте леденцы.


You should be able to find these in your local drugstore or beauty supply store. They will range in price from $10 to $15 (USD). Try to stick to smaller shears with blades around 2.5 to 3 inches (6.3 to 7.6 cm) long. The shorter the blades, the easier it will be for you to control what you cut. . Knowing what sort of haircut you want before you get started will keep you focused and less likely to make mistakes.  To decide on a style, browse celebrity pictures online; flip through hairstyle magazines (available in magazine racks at most drugstores and bookshops); play with your hair in the mirror to see what it looks like at different lengths; print out photos of yourself and sketch different hairstyles on to your face. There are some phone apps and websites that will let you try on different hairstyles over a photograph of yourself. It's important not to be rash with your decision. If you decide that you want to go from very long to very short hair, give yourself at least a few days to think about it before you decide to do it. You may find that you're just feeling unhappy, and once that passes, you might miss your long hair. If you're planning on making a significant change to your hairstyle, you might want to consult a professional to make sure that it goes exactly right. You can always trim your hair at home. Many professionals recommend cutting your hair wet, as it is easier to manage and control. Some professionals also recommend cutting hair dry, as it allows you to see the effects of the cut right away and adjust for any quirks such as cowlicks or curls.  If you cut your hair while it's wet, cut it at least a few inches longer than you want it, as it will shrink up and look shorter once it is dry. (Some people have reported that their hair shrinks up to 4 inches from wet to dry.) Dry cuts are more likely to produce uneven hair. Cutting hair dry requires very sharp sheers. Cutting dry hair will dull the blade edge very quickly, which pushes ends instead of cutting them, leading to uneven lines. Most...

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Приобретите ножницы высокого качества. Определитесь со стилем стрижки Определите, какой метод стрижки вы будете использовать — сухой или влажный. Подготовьте свои волосы к стрижке.


You should be able to hear, see and get noticed by the professor if you have a question. Retention rises dramatically if you reread it one or two times. Make bullet points as you go through the reading or homework, or review your annotations. Even if you are sleepy, your brain continues to process information as you fall asleep and doze. Ask questions if you don’t understand it. Think about it critically before you jump into the assignment. You will get the best results when the topic is fresh in your brain. Make notes in the margins, highlight terms and doodle illustrations or maps of the concepts. You can review the annotations more easily than an entire text, and you will think about the information more carefully as you read it. Photocopy textbooks or write in pencil to avoid fines. Math skills, science concepts and writing may require outside study time to master. The extra time you take now will benefit you in all future classes. Always revise your first draft. Proofread and ask someone to review your final draft before turning it in.

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Если аудитория большая, садитесь на первых партах. Читайте и перечитывайте материал. Повторяйте материал перед сном. Внимательно изучите подсказки для выполнения задания. Начинайте выполнять задание в тот же день, когда его задали, даже если в вашем распоряжении дни или недели. Делайте аннотацию каждой книги. Если вам нужна помощь в изучении основ, можно нанять репетитора. Повторите материал несколько раз.


You should be able to stand upright while you hoe weeds. Make sure the handle of your hoe is long enough to allow you to stand while using it. If the hoe forces you to hunch over while hoeing, try to find a hoe with a longer handle. If you want to control young weeds that are popping up in a large area or amongst your rows of plants, try a lightweight scuffle hoe. A diamond, triangle, or stirrup hoe will work best on young weeds. If you are dealing with large weeds, you can use a variety of hoes to get the job done. Try a field or grub hoe. You can also use a Warren hoe or a standard American garden hoe. These hoes can also be used to make furrows and chop compost. If you need to perform spot weeding, or if you need to remove weeds from a tight space, a hoe with a short handle will work well. You can also try using a circular hoe, collinear hoe, or any other hoe that is mounted on a short handle.

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Убедитесь, что тяпка подходит вам по росту. Молодые сорняки можно убирать более легкой рамочной тяпкой. Зрелые сорняки лучше срезать тяжелой мотыгой. Тяпка с короткой ручкой используется для точечной прополки.


You should be able to talk about a wide range of matters with someone in a loving relationship.  Be sure you can have an actual 2-way conversation with a guy.  This can be everything from your hopes and dreams to your past relationships to your favorite celebrities. If he doesn't contribute to a conversation or seems not to care about your opinions, he either does not have reciprocal feelings or isn't a good catch. Particularly if you have a physical relationship, try going on a date or having some time together that does not include physicality.  Having fun together in a way that does not involve romance or passion is essential to a healthy relationship and can distinguish between a guy who is interested in you and one who is interested in just your body. This is obviously not something you can manufacture, but if one of you goes through something that is emotionally difficult, you can often gauge the depth of a man's feelings for you.  Be open with your feelings about the event as well as your partner. Communicate about your emotional needs and his, but remember that boys are often hesitant to share their emotions.  This doesn't mean that he is not interested in you. If you are in love with him and you want to know if he feels similarly, tell him how you feel.  If you tell him you love him, be aware that he may not say it back immediately.  This does not mean that your relationship is over; he just may need some time to process the idea. Watch his body language when you tell him how you feel.  If he immediately seems physically uncomfortable, he may not share the same feelings. If he does not respond and seems to feel indifferent, then he may not truly care about you. Talking about the future serves dual purposes.  First, it can be a way to evaluate whether you have common goals and values, which signals long-term compatibility.  Second, it can expose the feelings of someone who is only interested in a short romance.  Begin by talking about your individual goals and thoughts about the future. Eventually ask...

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Поговорите на серьезные интересные темы. Сходите на невинное романтическое свидание. Переживите вместе сложную ситуацию. Будьте откровенны насчет своих чувств и посмотрите, как он отреагирует. Поговорите о будущем. Проводите время с его семьей.


You should be able to tell a lot about your girlfriend's desire to kiss you from her eyes. They don't say the eyes are the windows to the soul for nothing.  If she looks you directly in the eye, she is probably establishing intimacy and is at least open to kissing you. Although eye contact is almost always a positive sign, remember that sometimes people look down or away because they are shy or nervous. Still, if she is not looking at you, that's a warning sign that she's not open to a kiss.  Women will give you more submissive looks in some cases when they want to be kissed, such putting the chin down and subtly looking down. Slightly narrowing the eyes is a pose that many women go into when they are waiting for a kiss. Are her pupils dilated and are her eyes widening? If so, these are signs that she is enjoying being around you, so she is probably open to a kiss. Women prepare their lips for a kiss. So if you want to know if she wants to kiss you, zero in on her mouth.  Is she biting her lip or licking her lips? These could be signs that she is trying to moisten them for a kiss. If she is pursing her lips or they look hardened, this is a bad sign. She is closing herself off to you.   If she's applied lip gloss recently, or freshened her breath, this could mean she wants her lips to look desirable to you, in the hopes you will kiss them. This is especially true if you can tell she's reapplied them (say when you went to the bathroom).   If she's looking at YOUR lips, it probably means she is thinking about kissing them. This might sound odd, but research has shown the nose can give away signals of desire - often without her realizing it.  If her nostrils are flaring slightly, she probably wants a kiss. Physically, flaring the nostrils means she is taking in more air because she is preparing for physical activity.   You need to take this one in context. If she's in the middle of an argument with you, the physical activity her body is preparing her for might not be in your favor.

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Следите за ее глазами. Посмотрите на ее губы. Обратите внимание на ее нос.


You should be able to wrap the rectangle around your head without any skin or hair peeking through.  Use a tape measure to measure the diameter of your head. Add 1 inch (2.5 cm) to this measurement for the length of the rectangle. Measure the height of your head from the top to your chin. Add 5 inches (13 cm). This is the width of the rectangle. You could also use thin cardboard instead of cardstock. If you can't find black cardstock, brown or white will work. You will need to paint the mask when you're finished. You will need to draw the ears along with the upper edge of the mask.   Measure the amount of space between your ears using a tape measure. Start at the front of one ear and wrap the tape measure around the front of your face until you reach the front of your other ear. Repeat the measuring process with the back of your head. Start at the back of one ear, wrap the tape measure around the back of your head, and bring it up to the back of your other ear. Divide the back measurement in half and add 1/2 inch (1.25 cm). On the left side of the cardstock, draw a horizontal line of this length 5 inches (13 cm) down from the top of the rectangle. Draw a matching line on the other side of the cardstock. In between the two lines, draw a third line that roughly matches the front measurement of your face. Leave 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) of empty space in between this line and the original two. Draw a vertical line at each end of this inner line. The line should extend up to the top of the cardstock. Draw a curved line from the top of these vertical lines down to the ends of your original horizontal lines. Create two "3" shapes at the bottom center of the mask. One "3" should face the correct way and the other should be backwards. The top points of the "3" shapes should connect, but the bottom should not.  Measure the distance from the bottom of your nose to your chin. This is the height of your mouth hole. Measure the distance between the outside tip of one eye to the outside tip of the other. This is the...

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Вырежьте большой прямоугольник из черного картона. Нарисуйте контуры верхней части маски. Нарисуйте контуры маски в области рта и подбородка. Закончите оформление нижних контуров маски. Нарисуйте контуры отверстий для глаз. Вырежьте контуры маски. Соедините концы маски. Вырежьте деталь для носовой части маски. Прикрепите к маске носовую деталь. Подготовьте верхушку маски. Прикрепите к маске верхушку.


You should be as warm and welcoming as possible when your guests arrive. Smile at them, give them big hugs, ask how they are, and make them feel like you’re really excited and happy that they’re there. You should also tell them where to put their shoes, or tell them that it’s okay for them to leave them on, hang up their coats or tell them where the coat room is, and take any foods or drinks they’ve brought off their hands. Make each guest feel comfortable and welcome as soon as they walk through the door. If a lot of the guests at the party haven’t been to your home before, you should quickly let them know where the kitchen, bathroom, outdoor patio, and anything else they may be looking for are. This helps them feel at home and won’t lead them to ask too many questions later. If multiple guests show up at once, just make sure you tell all of them where everything is as soon as you can. As soon as you’ve welcomed your guests and oriented them, you should make sure they have some food to eat or a drink in their hands. If you’re having an alcohol-friendly party, then making sure everyone has a drink can help people feel comfortable and can get that party started as quickly as possible. People may be shy about asking for food or a drink so make sure you offer them what they need as soon as you can.  Open beers for people if they want beers, pour them wine if that’s what they want, or tell them about the liquor you have if that’s what they have a hankering for. Of course, if you don’t want things to get too rowdy early on, you can do away with the hard stuff or bring it out later in the evening. You should also check in advance to make sure your guests don’t have any allergies, and let your guests know which foods are peanut-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and so on. Make sure to also have soda, juice, and other non-alcoholic drinks so non-drinkers don’t feel left out. Another important duty you have as a hostess is to make sure all of your guests meet each other and that they have something to talk about. If it’s...

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Встречайте своих гостей. Направляйте их. Предложите гостям еду и выпивку. Знакомьте гостей друг с другом. Вращайтесь среди гостей. Обеспечьте гостям развлечения, но не навязывайте их. Не оставляйте ваших гостей надолго одних.


You should be aware of the different agents that can spread infection. This can help you manage your risk factors.  Bacteria are the most common infectious agents. They can be transmitted via bodily fluids and food. They are single cell living microorganisms that use your body as a home base to replicate. Viruses are pathogens that cannot live outside the host. When a virus enters your body, they hijack your body’s cells to multiply and spread to neighboring cells. Fungi are simple, plant-like living organisms that may take up residence in your body. Parasites are living organisms that hijack the host’s body and use their resources to thrive. Antibiotics are medications that fight off bacterial infections. They work by disabling or killing bacterial cells and thus, fastening the elimination of bacteria by your immune system.  Use topical antibiotic ointments for small wounds that are infected. Signs of infection include redness, swelling, warmth and pain. Do not use antibiotic ointment for heavily bleeding wounds that are deep. Seek medical attention if you have a wound that does not stop bleeding. For systemic bacterial infections, visit your healthcare provider and ask if you should be taking oral antibiotics. It is important to understand that antibiotics cannot cure or treat viral infections, such as the cold or flu. Your doctor can diagnose bacterial versus viral infection and treat it appropriately. Take antibiotics only as directed. Taking antibiotics when you don’t need them (such as when you have a viral infection) increases bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Viral infections cannot be treated with antibiotics but there are some antiviral medications that can be used for certain viruses. Some viral infections are treated with at home remedies (such as rest and remaining hydrated).  Some drugs, known as antiviral or antiretroviral drugs, can fight off certain viruses by taking away their ability to reproduce their DNA inside your cells. Some viral infections, such as the common cold, only need to...

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Различные виды инфекционных заболеваний. Лечите бактериальные инфекции при помощи антибиотиков. Лечение вирусных инфекций. Лечение грибковых инфекций. Лечение паразитарных инфекций.


You should be comfortable with wearing a tampon regularly before you venture into the pool. To use a tampon, just pull it out of its wrapper, find a comfortable position that allows you to position the thicker applicator half of the tampon into your vagina, and then press the thinner applicator end into the top half until it goes as far up as it can, moving the tampon further up your vagina. Once you feel that the tampon is firmly in place, gently remove the applicator. You should feel the tampon move all the way into your vagina and out of the applicator. If you don't push it back far enough, it'll come out with the applicator. Walk around, sit, and just move around a bit to make sure you can't feel the tampon in your vagina. If it hurts or you can still feel it, try again or insert your finger in your vagina to push it up further. Sometimes, if the tampon cannot be further inserted your period may be coming to an end. In that case, you should avoid trying to force it if it hurts too much.

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Вставьте тампон как обычно. Убедитесь, что вам комфортно.


You should be eating at least 25 grams of fiber a day, which is what the Institute of Medicine recommends for all women under 50. However, if you're still having trouble with constipation while pregnant, you may need more. Fiber provides natural relief from constipation. Fruits and vegetables are an excellent source of fiber. For instance, a cup of cooked spinach has four grams of fiber, while a single medium carrot has two grams of fiber. A whole pear has about six grams of fiber, while an apple has about four. Whole grains are also an excellent source of fiber. For instance, a serving of raisin bran (3/4 cup) has five grams of fiber. Similarly, you can gain 3.2 grams of fiber from eating two pieces of whole wheat bread. Another option is eating a cup of cooked barley, which has 9 grams of fiber. Beans are also a great source of fiber. Just 1/2 a cup of cooked kidney beans or lima beans has six grams of fiber, while 1/2 a cup of baked beans has five. If you're not getting enough fiber from your diet, you can try a fiber supplement. Generally, these come as a powder you mix into water, and they are odorless and tasteless. Always talk to your doctor before starting any supplement while pregnant.

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Важно знать, сколько клетчатки вам необходимо. Включите в свой рацион питания больше фруктов и овощей. Включите в свой рацион питания цельнозерновые продукты. Ешьте больше бобовых. Принимайте пищевые добавки клетчатки.


You should be getting your calories from nutritious whole foods that will give your body the right kind of fuel to build up your muscles fast. Foods high in sugar, bleached white flour, trans fats, and additives are high in calorie but low in nutrition, and they're going to build fat instead of muscle. If you want your muscles to grow and look defined, you need to eat an array of whole foods from every food group.  Eat calorie-rich protein dishes like steak and roast beef, roasted chicken (with the skin and dark meat), salmon, eggs and pork. Protein is very important when you're building muscle. Avoid bacon, sausage and other cured meats, which contain additives that aren't good for you to eat in large quantities. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables of all kinds. They provide you with fiber and essential nutrients and help to keep you hydrated. Eat whole grains like oatmeal, whole wheat, buckwheat, and quinoa instead of white bread, biscuits, muffins, pancakes, waffles and similar foods. Eat legumes and nuts like black beans, pinto beans, lima beans, walnuts, pecans, peanuts, and almonds. Do you eat when you're hungry, and stop when you're full? That sounds normal enough, but when your aim is to gain muscle fast, you need to be eating a lot more than you usually would. If your goal is to gain weight, add an extra serving to every single meal, and more if you can handle it. Your body needs the fuel to build muscle: it's as simple as that.   A good muscle-building breakfast might include a bowl of oatmeal, two to four eggs, and one to two pieces of fruit, such as an apple, an orange, or a banana. For lunch, you might eat a chicken sandwich on whole wheat bread, several handfuls of nuts, an avocado, and a big kale and tomato salad with grapeseed oil dressing. For dinner, have a big piece of steak or another protein, potatoes, and vegetables. Have an extra serving of each if you need more fuel for your gains. Don't wait until your stomach is growling to eat again; you need to be constantly refueling your body...

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Ешьте высококалорийные натуральные продукты. Ешьте больше, чем вы думаете, что вам нужно. Ешьте минимум пять раз в день. Принимайте пищевые добавки, но не полагайтесь на них всецело. Пейте воду. Изучите свое тело.


You should be holding the bottle securely so that it doesn’t slide in your hand when you push against it. Don’t worry about squeezing it too tight, a firm grip is enough! This is not a job for a small file cabinet key or an aluminium house key. Pick a strong, larger key like a car key or a heavier office key. It’s best to pick a key with multiple ridges at the tip--it will be easier for it to get under the bottlecap’s ridges.

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Возьмите бутылку за горлышко левой рукой, если вы правша, и наоборот — если вы левша. Найдите ключ из твердого металла, например ключ от автомобиля, и поднесите его к зубцам пробки.


You should be holding the bottle tightly enough that you don't injure yourself or anyone nearby. Don’t squeeze it too hard, though--you may be strong enough to break the bottle!

TL;DR in Russian:

Крепко возьмите бутылку в левую руку, если вы правша, или наоборот — если вы левша.


You should be moving at least an hour a day. One way to get started is to give up screen time. Put down your phone. Step away from the computer. Get outside with friends and get active. However, if you're not used to exercising, you can start smaller. Start with what you can do, and work up to more. You don't need to be on your school's hugely competitive basketball team to play a sport. You can join an after school club that plays soccer, or join a league through your city's local parks and recreation department. Ask your parents to help you find a sport you enjoy. Playing a sport will get you moving on a regular basis, and you can have fun doing it. Maybe you haven't liked exercising in the past because of what you've been doing. So maybe tennis isn't really your thing. You have plenty of other options. Try dancing, swimming, or jump roping, for instance. Even something like archery or horseback riding gets you out and moving. Even small actions can lead up to more activity throughout the day. For instance, when you take a break from studying, maybe you usually just listen to music for a bit or play a short game. Instead, get up and have a short dance party. Run downstairs or around the living room. Do some jumping jacks. Just adding these little bursts of activity can help.

TL;DR in Russian:

Больше двигайтесь. Подумайте о том, чтобы заняться каким-нибудь видом спорта. Займитесь чем-то новым. Проводите перерывы активно.


You should be picky about who you employ as a sales rep, so get ready for a lengthy interview process. Companies may interview between 25 and 100 candidates before finding several with whom they will contract. As well as having experience and travel availability, you should know how much attention the rep can devote to your product.  Ask how many products the person currently represents. 10 or more products and the person is unlikely to devote enough time to increasing your revenue. Make sure they are able to explain how your product will fit with their current workload. Ask about support staff. An independent sales rep usually hires someone to manage their schedule and call potential businesses, since it is required to sell all of the products. Ensure the support staff can handle another product. Get a feel for their sales process during the interview. You should be able to tell how respectful, energetic, genuine and ambitious they are. A good sales rep will try to close you during the interview process. You want to incentivize any sales rep with a volume-based commission structure. Consider including bonuses, some staff support and training or impressive materials to ensure that your sales rep will consider your product a priority.

TL;DR in Russian:

Проведите интервью с десятками кандидатов. Задайте правильные вопросы. Предложите конкурентоспособный пакет.


You should be prepared to check the page often when you post to improve the success of your post through commenting. Facebook Pages have the option to enable replies as well as comments. This means that you and your fans can press a reply button to respond directly to a single comment.  Go to the page that you manage. Only page administrators will be able to enable replies. Select “Edit Page” at the top. Click the Settings tab. Scroll until you find the word “Replies.” Click Edit to enable the feature and select “Allow Replies to Comments on My Page.” Save changes. Don’t delete negative comments or questions as to the usefulness of your product. Respond by thanking the person for the comment and directing them to helpful information. If someone is using abusive or controversial comments, they may be looking to incite arguments on your page. Block a user you think is a troll by hovering over their latest post and clicking “Delete and Ban User.” Once you have banned the person, they will not be able to comment on your posts. Unless the person simply writes an exclamation, consider thanking your fans or including other links to more information. Once your Facebook Page becomes popular, you can become more selective about your responses.

TL;DR in Russian:

В постах на странице вашей компании задавайте пользователям вопросы, чтобы побудить их оставлять отзывы. Включите возможность отвечать на комментарии. Используйте комментарии Facebook, как инструмент поддержки клиентов. Остерегайтесь троллей и провокаторов. Старайтесь отвечать на каждый комментарий.


You should be slow to decrease your prices. People often take low prices as a sign of shoddy workmanship. Furthermore, underselling your competitors makes it difficult for anyone to make a living in the business. Be willing to wait for your items to begin selling and never sell below the price of supplies. Check your price calculations against comparable items. Review online jewelry sites or brick and mortar stores to see what things are selling for. If you can talk to an experienced designer, ask them for price estimates. Most importantly, ask yourself if you are selling enough items or, conversely, if you are selling them quickly enough to justify a price increase. Have people offered to buy any of your jewelry designs? This is a good indication of the marketability of your designs. If your items are not selling, it is typically better to change your design than lower your prices. This can mean reducing material or labor costs.  I could also mean starting over with a completely new design that more people are interested in purchasing.  Assess your materials. If you aren’t purchasing in bulk and getting wholesale prices, the materials will be too expensive for you to turn a profit. It can be hard to sell labor intensive items that require a lot of time, because consumers do not necessarily understand how much time is required to make them and are not willing to pay commensurate prices. Sometimes adapting these labor intensive products into smaller designs is a good way to reduce the amount of time you put into them and begin selling them at rates the market will bear. If your items are selling well and you have committed customers, you can increase your price. Consider developing two price ranges. Continuing making the products that have been successful, but also begin making higher quality products that you can charge more for. With this two tier pricing system, you can continue to attract new customers with cheap products, while pulling in larger margins in the upscale market.

TL;DR in Russian:

Не продавайте себя слишком дешево. Проведите исследование рынка. Пересмотрите дизайн своих украшений. Поднимите цены.