Water is the dieter's best friend. Sweet, sugary, or caffeinated drinks are the enemy of the dieter. A simple sweet "energy" or "sports" drink can be as much as 400 calories. That's a third of your total calories for the entire day. Stay away from any drink but water, with one exception.  Unsweetened green tea is acceptable to drink, on occasion. If you're sick and tired of drinking just water day in and day out, the occasional green tea is fine. Green tea has lots of antioxidants and 0 calories, which makes it fine to drink. If you're really hungry during meals, down a nice big cup of water right before you eat. This will help trick your stomach into thinking that you're more full than you actually are, making you less hungry. Simple carbs, also called refined carbohydrates, are usually not very nutritious for our bodies and get absorbed by the body very quickly. Stay away from simple, refined carbohydrates such as these while on your diet:  Cookies, candies, cakes, and other baked sweets Honey, molasses, and syrup White bread, white rice, and normal pasta Many packaged cereals Complex carbohydrates, unlike simple carbohydrates, are full of fiber as well as other nutrients, and get digested by the body and released into the blood stream far slower. Examples of complex carbs include:  Whole grain bread, whole grain pasta, brown rice Beans and legumes, such as lentils, carrots, and sweet potatoes Veggies and fruits like asparagus and apricots Go for beef that is 98% lean and only 2% fat. Go for chicken breast without the skin attached. Soy products like edamame or tofu are also high in protein, as are many types of fish, including salmon. In addition to cooking everything in trans fat, fast food burgers, fries, and shakes (or burritos, mac 'n' cheese, or sandwiches) are whoppers when it comes to salt and sugar. They are essentially empty carbs, with no real nutrients to them. If you're serious about shedding those pounds and getting your weight back on the right path, you'll stay away from fast food. Ever hear...

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Пейте только воду. Сократите количество простых углеводов в своей диете. Замените простые углеводы сложными. Ешьте чистый белок. Однозначно держитесь подальше от фастфуда. Завтрак съешь сам, в обед поделись с другом, ужин отдай врагу! Заведите журнал калорий, где будете записывать все, что вы съели. Когда вы соскальзываете с диеты (у всех такое бывает), не идите в разнос.


Water is the fuel of our bodies. Having a glass of water available while studying will help enhance your concentration during studying. Staying hydrated can benefit your memory as well. Treating your body well is half the battle of entering the right mindset. There are certain foods you can eat that will improve your focus and your general well-being. Studies show that eating high-carb, high-fiber, slow-digesting foods like oatmeal are best for the morning of a test. The food you consume the two weeks leading up to the exam are just as important and affect how well you study. Eat a well balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables. Incorporate superfoods into your diet like blueberries and almonds. This system controls your heart and blood path. Part of healthy studying is a healthy flow of blood to your brain. Studies have proved that 20 minutes stimulating this system improves your memory. Don't feel obliged to go on a run if you don't want to. Bust a move in your living room to your favorite dance track. Let this be your time to unwind and alleviate stress during your study break. The main thing is to get your heart rate up. Once it is faster, continue doing an exercise for at least twenty minutes. Getting a full nights rest (at least 7-8 hours) helps motivate you to study. If you are sleep deprived, studying will feel like a chore. You won't learn nearly as much information sleepy as you will after a good night's rest.

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Пейте больше воды. Хорошо питайтесь. Стимулируйте работу кровеносной системы. Высыпайтесь.


Water it whenever it is dry for the first year. It should always have moist soil. If you experience hot weather, you may need to water it several times per day. It does best with six or more hours of sunlight, but also likes to be shaded from hot afternoon sun. If you have very little sunlight in the winter, it may die back. Once it is doing well, frequent cuttings keep the plant full and the leaves strong in flavor. Cut one cm above a stem junction and below any flower buds. Don’t cut more than one-third of the leaves at one time. If you allow your mint plant to flower, it will put the nutrients into flower production and slow down leaf growth. Cut the soil into fourths, and then plant each section into a new 12-inch pot. It would be best to give them room. If you don’t divide it, the plant will suffer and the leaves will not grow steadily.

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Поливайте почву так, чтобы она хорошо пропиталась. Держите мяту на восточной стороне. Подождите, пока растение вырастет и листья станут крупными, прежде чем срезать и использовать мяту. Срежьте верхнюю половину растения острыми ножницами. Разделяйте мяту каждые несколько лет.


Water lightly right after planting. Check the soil daily and water just before it dries out completely. Soggy soil will quickly rot your plants, so reduce watering or improve drainage if water does not drain quickly. Ginger grows slowly, especially outside of the tropics. A sprout might appear within a few days if you're lucky, but continue to water for at least a couple weeks before giving up on the plant. Stick to the same watering treatment after germination. Fertilization is not required if the ginger is in rich soil, especially if you've mixed in compost. Have the soil tested first and fertilize accordingly. If soil is poor or you'd like to improve yield, fertilize with a small amount of complete liquid fertilizer each month. Once the ginger has sprouted, mulch will keep it warm and fight weeds, which can easily out compete slow-growing ginger. A thick layer of mulch is mandatory if soil temperatures fall below 50ºF (10ºC) during the growing season. The stems of the ginger plant will turn yellow in late summer or early fall, as temperatures drop. Reduce water as this happens, and stop watering entirely once the stems die.  The ginger plant might not flower the first year or two after planting, or if the growing season is short. Ginger develops a much stronger flavor if allowed to develop in the ground. After the stems die, and at least 8 months after planting, dig up the ginger rhizome. Cutting off pieces for cooking will not kill the plant as long as you leave some eyes behind.  Young ginger is sometimes harvested 3–4 months after planting, usually intended for pickling. Young ginger must be harvested carefully due to its thinner, easily bruised skin. Use a sanitized knife to cut the plant. Unless you live in the tropics, bringing the ginger indoors for the winter is recommended. Store in a warm, dry location. If you leave the ginger outdoors, cover it with a thick layer of mulch as soon as the temperature drops below 50ºF (10ºC). Ginger is a perennial plant in warm climates, but will rarely survive frost.

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Почва должна быть влажной. Ждите прорастания. Ежемесячно вносите удобрения (не обязательно). Мульчируйте грядки имбиря (не обязательно). Дайте почве высохнуть после отмирания стеблей. Перед сбором урожая растение должно созреть. Подготовка к холодной погоде.


Water plants in the morning and skip watering on cloudy or rainy days. Water on sunny days so that the moisture does not soak the foliage. Give the plants about 1–1.5 inches (2.5–3.8 cm) of water weekly.  Later in the growth cycle, too much or too little water can cause the blossoms and pods to drop prematurely. It is best not to water your green bean plants during the middle of day as evaporation can occur. Green bean plants grown in a container—whether indoors or outdoors—should be watered daily. Plants tend to need more than 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of water each week. Try to keep the soil moist, and give the plants extra water if you notice the soil beginning to dry out. If the soil is nutrient-rich (and not sandy or clayey), you shouldn't need to add fertilizer more than once a month. Green beans grow well with minimal nutrients, and applying too much fertilizer could actually cause an overabundance of foliage yet a small yield of actual green beans. As a general rule, you should only apply fertilizer if the nutrient levels of your soil are particularly low in a given area.  If your soil is nutrient-deprived, you can fertilize the plants once a week with a light application of balanced, fast-release fertilizer. If your soil is somewhat on the sandy side, you might need to apply a fertilizer rich in nitrogen once the first seedlings form and once more once the plants reach their bud stage. Green beans prefer soils with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5. If your soil is especially acidic or basic, you might need to apply fertilizers formulated to balance the soil pH. Weeds can choke out green beans, making it difficult for them to emerge from the surface and strangling them once they do. Remove weeds as soon as you spot them to ensure a good crop of green beans.  When removing weeds, do not dig too deep. Green beans have shallow roots, and digging too deep into the soil can cause damage to these roots. Do not weed when the foliage is wet, since doing so would increase the risk of disease. There are a few pests and...

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Ежедневно поливайте растения, высаженные в открытый грунт. Поливайте бобы, растущие в горшках, раз в день. Время от времени вносите в почву удобрение. Пропалывайте сорняки по мере необходимости. Будьте готовы бороться с вредителями и болезнями.


Water pooled outside the refrigerator might be caused by a dirty drain pan. Your drain pan should be cleaned about once a year. Water pooled inside the refrigerator might be caused by a clogged drain tube. Clean out a clogged drain tube by forcing a solution of water and baking soda or bleach through the tube with a basting syringe. The refrigerator should be turned off before attempting to clean the drain pan and tube. If your refrigerator is not level, things might not seal correctly, and the defrost drain might leak. The refrigerator was designed to operate correctly when level. Unplug the refrigerator, then place a level on top of the refrigerator. Check the back and front of the appliance and adjust the feet until it is level throughout. If the water filter is not fitted properly, water may leak out. After unplugging your refrigerator, remove and reinstall the water filter. Also check for cracks in the water filter head and housing. If there are damages, your filter head or housing will need to be replaced.

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Осмотрите дренажную трубу и поддон. Проследите, чтобы холодильник стоял на ровной горизонтальной поверхности. Проверьте водяной фильтр.


Water several times a week throughout the summer, except when your region gets heavy rain. Water deeply from the base of the plants and allow the ground to dry out before you water again. Use compost or a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer each year in the spring. Depending on your soil conditions, you may want to fertilize them again when the flowers first begin to open. to increase flowering and air circulation. Cut off some of the oldest, largest branches as close to the ground as possible at the end of winter or after flowering in late spring. Take branches from different areas, including the center, to open the bush up where needed. Never remove more than 1/3 of the branches at any one time.  Remove diseased or damaged branches and suckers sprouting up from the base as soon as you discover them. Cut off dead flowers to prevent the plant from putting resources into forming seeds. Prune the bush again in the fall after flowering is done to shape it or remove branches with low flower production.

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Поддерживайте сирень политой. Удобряйте сирень весной. Регулярно обрезайте сирень, чтобы увеличить цветение и циркуляцию воздуха.


Water warts appear as pink colored, dome-shaped lumps, which can appear anywhere on the body. The warts tend to grow in clusters, leading to pear or dome shaped clumps.  The most characteristic feature of water warts is that they have a visible hole or point right in the center. The medical term for this is "central umbilication". Water warts should not feel painful, but the virus may trigger an immune response, causing the wart and the surrounding skin to feel itchy. The water wart virus is contagious, meaning it can easily be transmitted from one person to another.  The water wart virus can be transmitted through fomites (inanimate objects capable of carrying infectious organisms) such as towels, bedsheets, doorknobs, clothing, etc. The virus may also be transmitted through sexual contact. The water wart virus can also spread from one part of your body through the other, via auto-inocculation. This happens when you scratch or touch an existing wart, and then touch other parts of your body, causing multiple lesions. This common viral disease has a higher incidence in:   Children: Children are particularly susceptible to auto-inoculation, and may have widespread clusters of lesions. The water wart virus spreads most easily through direct skin-to-skin contact, but kids can get it by touching objects that have the virus on them, such as toys, clothing, towels, and bedding. It can also spread in water, so kids often get water warts from swimming in a public pool.   Sexually active adults. Water wart infections are often transmitted through sexual intercourse and affect the genitals, buttocks, lower abdomen and inner thighs. In rare cases, infections are also found on the lips, mouth and eyelids.  People with immune deficiencies: People whose immune systems have been weakened by HIV, cancer treatment, or long-term steroid use are more vulnerable to infection by the water wart virus. Since water warts are contagious and can spread to other body parts, an infected person should follow a number of precautions to...

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Что представляет собой контагиозный моллюск, и как он ощущается. Способы передачи контагиозного моллюска. Факторы риска заражения контагиозным моллюском. Меры по предотвращению распространения контагиозного моллюска.


Water where you aren't easily visible can prove dangerous. A shark may not realize that you are a human and mistake you for food. This could result in a shark bite. Stay close to the shore. Try to stay away from steep drop offs and channel openings. Sharks are known to congregate in these places. While sharks are in the entire ocean, the most shark encounters seem to happen at certain beaches. A section of beach in Volusia County, Florida is well-known for its high number of shark encounters. Beaches in California, South Africa, and Australia also have a greater number of shark interaction. Research which beaches are known for sharks, and stay away from those beaches. These two times of day are the most active times of day for sharks. This is when they are feeding. Swimming, diving, and surfing during these times, especially in waters where sharks are known to be, can be dangerous. You are more likely to get bitten if you interrupt a shark's feeding time. Be cautious during full and new moons, too. These lunar cycles are when the tides are highest and may alter a shark's breeding or behavioral pattern. Be careful when swimming, diving, or surfing in spots with lots of seals. Seals are one of the main sources of food for sharks, so your chances of encountering a shark increase in these areas. You might also run the risk of a shark mistaking you for a seal and accidentally biting you. Sharks are more likely to bite a single person than a group. Swim, dive, and surf with another person. If that isn't possible, stay close within the sights of lifeguards. If you want to go diving to swim with sharks, always go with someone who is experienced in swimming with sharks. They can help ensure your safety. Learn about how to behave around sharks before diving with sharks, and learn as much about sharks as you can beforehand. Blood can attract sharks, so don't go into the water if you have a fresh cut or wound. If you are menstruating, consider waiting until you are finished, or wear a leak-proof tampon. Also refrain from...

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Не плавайте в темной мутной воде. Не посещайте пляжи, известные частыми встречами с акулами. Не плавайте в океане в сумерках. Держитесь подальше от тех мест, где обитает много тюленей. Никогда не погружайтесь в воду в одиночку. Не погружайтесь в воду, если у вас идет кровь. Не погружайтесь в воду, не сняв с себя блестящие предметы. Не паникуйте в воде. Используйте специальные защитные купальные костюмы.


Water works to flush out toxins in your system and keep your body hydrated so that it can fight against the things that are ailing it. Although it is important to drink water on a regular basis, it is especially important to do so when you’re sick. Make sure you have a glass of water with you at all times, and that you are drinking it at least every hour. Take small sips of water or chew on ice chips if drinking a glass of water all at once is too much for you. If you're nauseous and vomiting, you’ve probably lost a lot of fluids and are having a difficult time keeping fresh ones down.  Sports drinks are enhanced with electrolytes, which your body needs for a speedy recovery. Grab your favorite flavor and take small sips after throwing up to help replenish your body’s electrolyte and fluid supplies. While many juices can be filled with sugar and flavors that are hard on an upset stomach, cranberry juice offers some nutrients without the sugary punch. Drink cranberry juice when suffering from nausea, especially when you haven’t been able to eat any food. This sweet and sour combination works to settle your stomach quickly, without a ton of necessary fluids, Mix a teaspoon of lemon juice with a teaspoon of warm honey. Slowly sip the juice-like liquid over several minutes. You can take this mixture multiple times a day if your nausea doesn’t subside. Cinnamon has been used for decades as a natural remedy for nausea and vomiting. Mix ½ teaspoon of cinnamon with a cup of hot water and allow the mixture to steep. Drink the tea slowly several times a day until your upset stomach goes away. With a similarly autumn-esque flavor to cinnamon, cloves can also help to settle an upset stomach. Brew up a cup of clove tea by mixing a cup of hot water with a teaspoon of powdered cloves. Allow the mixture to steep for several minutes before straining out any large clove chunks. Ordinarily associated with cooking, cumin can actually work well in a nausea-fighting tea. Try a mug by mixing a cup of hot water with a teaspoon of...

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Пейте много воды. Попробуйте спортивные напитки. Выпейте клюквенного сока. Смешайте лимонный сок с медом. Выпейте чай с корицей. Попробуйте чай из гвоздики. Сделайте чашку чая с тмином. Выпейте чаю с мятой. Попробуйте имбирный эль. Выпейте немного сиропа колы. Пейте все жидкости медленно.


Watermelon pieces can usually be kept frozen indefinitely at 0 °F (−18 °C). However, the fruit will degrade in quality as early as 10 months into storage. Watermelon frozen this way softens and loses a little sweetness during storage. It is best used as a liquid ingredient in smoothies and other recipes.

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Храните арбуз в морозильной камере вплоть до 12 месяцев.


Watermelons are typically refrigerated at a temperature of 13 degrees Celsius (55 F).  Storing your fruit at 21 Celsius (70 F) will increase its lycopene and beta-carotene content (both of which are important antioxidants). A resealable bag or container is the best place for watermelon.  This will preserve its flavor and freshness. In a pinch, wrap your watermelon tightly in aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Some people advise against freezing watermelon altogether, since thawing or cutting open a frozen watermelon piece could cause the juice to drip out.  If you decide to live on the wild side and want to freeze your watermelon, place it in airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.  The watermelon will stay good for 10-12 months.

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Храните целые и разрезанные арбузы в холодильнике. Храните разрезанный арбуз в герметичном контейнере. Хорошенько подумайте, прежде чем замораживать арбуз.


Watson saw, but Holmes observed. By default, you probably have a habit of seeing your surroundings without processing the basic information. Observing the full details of a circumstance is the first step you need to take if you want to think like Sherlock Holmes. You need to know your limits. The human brain is not structured for heavily complex multitasking. If you really want to make meaningful observations, you cannot be involved in too many activities all at once as it distracts your mind from thinking.  Being engaged in observation allows the mind to persist longer and trains it to solve problems more effectively and efficiently. Staying engaged is actually one of the simpler aspects of observation. All you really need to do is focus only on the matter at hand. When you are making observations, only pay attention to that which you are observing. Leave your phone on silent and don't let your mind stray to that email you need to write later on or the Facebook comment you read an hour ago. If you tried to observe everything you saw in full detail, you would make yourself exhausted and overwhelmed in no time. You need to learn to observe your surroundings, but you also need to be selective about the things you focus your attention on.  Better quality is prized over better quantity. You need to learn how to observe things more thoroughly, not simply how to observe more things. The first thing to do in a situation is to size up what areas are vital and which are of no consequence. This takes practice, and there is not much else you can do to hone your ability to distinguish one from the other. Once you determine which aspects are essential, you need to observe them down to the smallest details. If the areas you observe do not provide you with the sort of detail you need, you may need to slowly expand your field of observation to other aspects of the situation you previously ruled out as being inconsequential. By nature, humans tend to have biases and preconceptions that influence they way they perceive things....

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Выучите разницу между просмотром и наблюдением. Будьте сфокусированы и полностью сосредоточены. Будьте избирательны. Будьте объективны. Не ограничивайте свои наблюдения одним органом чувств. Медитируйте. Испытывайте себя. Делайте записи.


Watts are a measure of power, or how fast energy is used (energy over time). Joules is a measure of energy. In order to convert from watts to joules, you need to specify a length of time. The longer a current flows, the more energy it uses. A 1 Watt device consumes 1 Joule of energy every 1 second. If you multiply the number of watts by the number of seconds, you'll end up with joules. To find out how much energy a 60W light bulb consumes in 120 seconds, simply multiply (60 watts) x (120 seconds) = 7200 Joules. This formula works for any form of power measured in watts, but electricity is the most common application.

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Мощность и энергия. Для вычисления энергии (Дж) умножьте мощность (Вт) на время (с).


Wax over the entirety of the area you just covered with base coat. Rub the edge of the wax onto the board in small, 3 to 6 inch (7.6 to 15.2 cm) circles, or using any of the techniques listed above. To be safe, try using a different-colored topcoat wax than your basecoat. If your topcoat wax is the same color as your basecoat it will be harder to tell where you have applied it, so be sure to wax in one direction if this is the case. Run your wax comb through the wax on your board. Run the comb in diagonal crosshatch lines to rough up the wax and allow you to grip to your board even better. Be sure to run it through all of the wax on the board. Use the wax comb each time you surf if you haven't applied a new topcoat. Sometimes, your wax will get flat and lose some of its traction. If you don't want to apply a new layer of topcoat, take the comb-side of your comb and make a crosshatch pattern using diagonal scrapes. This will make the wax harden and stick to the board better. You're officially ready to surf.

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Нанесите воск, соответствующий температуре. Почистите воск. Обрызгайте доску холодной водой.


Wax splatters are difficult to clean, and even if you manage to scrape them off, there may still be some residue. Make cleaning easier later on by covering your counter with some newspaper. You can also use other protective coverings, such as plastic bags, paper bags, or plastic tablecloths. Tin cans, old tea tins, and mason jars are all great choices here. Make sure that whatever container you choose can withstand heat. Even though the flame won't be directly touching the material, it will still get hot.  Wash the container with warm, soapy water, even if it looks clean. Old candle jars are another great option. Be sure to remove all of the old wax first, however. If you are using a mason jar, choose one that has a wide mouth; it will be easier to work with than the kind with the standard, narrow mouth. This will help you figure out how much essential oil to use. Keep in mind that different types of waxes may require different ratios of wax to essential oil, so double-check the instructions that came with your wax. Use a candle-making or candy-making thermometer to gauge the temperature. Double-check the instructions that came with your wax to find out exactly what temperature it should be heated to, as different kinds of wax have different melting points.  Microwave: put the wax into a glass measuring cup, then heat it at 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until melts.  Stove: Fill a pot with a 2 inches (5.1 cm) of water, then set a metal pitcher into it. Add the wax to the pitcher, and bring the water to a boil. Stir the wax often as it melts. There are 2 ways that you can do this. The professional way would be to add some pieces of candle-making dye. It comes in little bricks, which you can get at a craft store or online. Continue heating the wax until the dye melts and blends in completely. Alternatively, you can add in some crayon shavings instead.

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Застелите рабочую поверхность газетами. Выберите стеклянную или металлическую емкость для свечи. Взвесьте воск на кухонных весах. Растопите воск и нагрейте его выше 80 °C. При желании окрасьте воск.


Waxing can be painful, but it is quite effective at reducing body hair growth. Since the hair is removed from the root, the hair grows back finer, thinner, and slower. You can either buy wax to apply yourself at home or go to a spa or salon to get a professional wax treatment.  There are two different kinds of wax. If you are waxing at home, make sure you get hard wax for sensitive areas such as your face, underarms, and bikini area. Soft wax can be used on heartier areas, such as your legs, back, chest, and arms. You can buy wax you heat in the microwave and fabric strips in most major retailers. You can also buy premade wax strips if you don't want to deal with melting your own wax. One of the main downsides is that waxing should only be done about once every two weeks. This means that the body hair must be left to grow for that long. This can be uncomfortable at first, especially in problem areas, but over time, the hair growth should be reduced enough to make it harder to notice. If your hair growth is still too much, you can also remove the hair as well. Although there is a persistent myth that shaving makes hair grow back thicker and faster, there is no scientific fact behind this claim. Shaving an area will reduce the amount of hair for the time being while you wait for the hair to be reduced by other means. This method can cause irritation. Make sure, if you shave, to put plenty of shaving cream or lather on the area you shave in order to loosen the hair follicles and reduce skin irritation. Depilatory creams are chemical creams that dissolve the hair upon application. These creams used to smell awful and make your skin sting upon application, but developments in recent years have made many change to this method of hair removal that have made them more comfortable and pleasant to use. These creams, such as Nair, dissolve the hair above the skin. Although your hair may grow back a little faster than with waxing, the hair may be finer and lighter due to the bleaching qualities in many of these creams. ...

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Воск. Бритье. Используйте депиляционный крем.


Waxing kits come with everything you will need to wax away that pesky unibrow. Wax kits use either cold or warm wax that will pull the hair out by the root. Unibrows that are removed with wax will stay removed for longer than unibrows that are tweezed away.  There is also the option of purchasing wax-covered strips. These are best for newcomers to the waxing world. Simply press a pre-waxed strip against the area that you wish to remove hair from. Pat the strip down, hold the skin around it down with your fingers, and swiftly pull the strip off. Wax is notoriously painful, even though it's so effective. If you have sensitive skin, consider applying a little topical numbing cream to the area you intend to wax prior to embarking on the process. Follow the instructions on the box to make sure that you do this correctly. Generally, you can warm the wax up in the microwave, and it may only take 30 to 60 seconds. Stir the wax well to make sure it's fully melted. It is much easier to ask a friend to do this rather than do it yourself. However, you can certainly do it yourself if you use a mirror and have good aim. If you mess up and put the wax on a part of your eyebrow that you do not want to removed, rinse it off and try again. Take a thin brush or pencil and hold it vertically against the widest part of your nose. The point at which the brush meets your eyebrow is where your eyebrow should begin from the center. Repeat on both sides to determine how much hair to remove. Pat it down firmly. Make sure that when you place the strip it does not cover anything that you do not want removed. You should follow the specific instructions listed on the box to determine how long you should way before removing the strip. Depending on the wax, this may only take another minute or so. The wax should feel cool to the touch from the accessible side of the waxing strip. Again, asking a friend to help is a much easier way to wax your unibrow. Hold the skin around the strip down with one hand. Give the strip a swift and fluid yank...

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Купите набор для восковой эпиляции в домашних условиях. Нагрейте воск. Распределите воск по области, откуда хотите удалить волосы. Накройте воск полоской из коробки. Дайте воску застыть. Удалите полоску. Если участок кожи отек или покраснел, приложите к нему кубик льда или полотенце, смоченное холодной водой.


Waxing removes the hair from the root, and can give you two or more weeks of hairlessness. It can be painful, however, so visit a beauty salon to have it done for you if you don’t think you can do it yourself. Waxing is only effective if the wax can stick to the hairs, so wait until the hairs on your upper lip have grown to a quarter of an inch (0.6 cm). If you aren’t willing to let your hairs grow long enough to do this, use another method, such as bleaching. Visit a beauty supply store or drugstore and purchase a home waxing kit. Make sure it specifically states it can be used on facial hair. You can either get spreadable wax or ready-made strips that already have wax applied. The ready-made strips are the tidier option, though they are sometimes less effective. Cleaning out your pores and removing built-up dead skin cells will make it easier for the wax to pull the hair from the follicle. Scrub your face with an exfoliating wash, or use a normal face wash and scrub with a washcloth. Other ways to minimize pain include applying numbing creams, taking a hot shower beforehand, and avoiding caffeine and alcohol on waxing day. Most waxes must be warmed up, but wax strips are sometimes the exception. Place the container of wax in the microwave and heat it for the recommended amount of time. Follow the instructions on your product carefully to avoid overheating it and burning yourself. Follow the product instructions for how long you should leave the wax on. Removing it too early may render it ineffective, and waiting too long is unlikely to make it more effective.

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В качестве более долгосрочного решения проблемы подойдет восковая эпиляция. Дождитесь, пока волосы вырастут примерно на 6 миллиметров. Выберите воск, который подходит для вашего типа волос на лице. Помойте лицо со скрабом, чтобы уменьшить боль. При необходимости разогрейте воск в микроволновой печи. Подождите рекомендуемое время.


Waxing strips out all of hair at once by pulling it out of you skin with a strong adhesive. Hair removal wax comes in two forms, a wax that you apply then press paper strips to, or strips with wax already stuck to them. This is often done at a salon, but you can buy at-home waxing kits as. Waxing is another relatively safe way to remove hairs, though it is not recommended around sensitive areas of skin as it can cause injuries, rashes and discomfort. Waxing is generally done on the chest, arms, legs and armpits.  Every time you wax, your hair gets thinner, so over time, you may barely have any hair on your body. Waxing hurts, but the pain is brief. Waxing can result in skin burns, irritation, and redness for hours after treatment. If you have sensitive skin, try looking for Sugar Wax, or Beeswax. Many salons have their own formula for wax, but don't be afraid to ask. Wash the area thoroughly with soap and water and exfoliate with bath salts or a loofah before drying to make sure to remove any moisturizers or natural skin oils and prepare the skin for waxing. You can buy cold wax strips or heatable wax, which must be warmed in the microwave and then applied to your skin. In general, the strips are much cleaner and easier to use, though they are less precise. Consider sugar waxing. Sugar waxing is much like waxing, although it is applied in the opposite direction of hair growth, then torn in the direction of growth. This causes the hair removal process to be less painful than waxing, but still may cause redness after treatment. This is often done at salons, but you can make your own sugar wax from sugar, water, salt, and lemon. You want your skin to be tight so that wax does not get into creases or wrinkles, causing pain. Rub the wax strip in the direction of hair growth multiple times to ensure maximum adherence. This is essential and necessary to remove the maximum amount of hair!  If some is left behind, the same strip can be re-applied, rubbed and pulled in the same manner until the strip seems to lose its...

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Попробуйте депиляцию. Процедуру необходимо проводить на чистой и сухой коже. Приобретите воск для депиляции. Натяните кожу с одной стороны. Свободной рукой быстро потяните полоску в направлении противоположном росту волос. Ухаживайте за кожей после депиляции.


We all have certain aspects of our personality that others can describe in a few words. Some people are clingy, controlling, play the victim, passive-aggressive, overly dramatic or super competitive. If you can describe what it is about the impossible person's personality that clashes with yours, you may be able to pinpoint specific ways to deal with him.  Clinging types are insecure and can be desperate for affection and love because they feel weak and idolize stronger people.  Controlling types are often critical perfectionists who need to be right and often blame others for their behavior.  Competitive types always want to win and often use any type of relationship, conversation or activity as a contest to prove they're better at something.   Passive-aggressive people express their hostilities indirectly by subtly pushing other people’s buttons. An example is the line, "Don't worry about me, I'm fine," when you know that if you go on with whatever you were doing, there will be problems to deal with later. Some things work better for certain types of people, while others won’t. It may take some trial and error to figure out what is and is not going to work with the impossible person. It is also possible that there is nothing you can do to make dealing with her easier most of the time.  Avoiding clinging types will only make them try harder. However, rejecting them openly can turn them into an enemy. If you remain aloof, then their feelings get hurt.   For a controlling type, you can’t prove that you are right and they are wrong. They always have to be right no matter what, and doing a better job won’t help get critical perfectionists off your back.  People who are very competitive will use what they see as weakness against you, so don’t show emotion around them. If you stand up to them and try to win, then they tend to either abandon you or never let it go.  Don't agree with complainers or try to appease them. They’ll just get angry about something else. Victims want you to feel sorry for them. Don’t offer...

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Определите аспекты, которые вам не нравятся в человеке. Умейте определить недейственные стратегии. Умейте находить действенные стратегии. Надоедливые, подавляющие и амбициозные личности. Заносчивые личности, жалобщики или жертвы. Истерические и пассивно-агрессивные личности.


We all have co-workers that we dislike. The self-promoter, the know-it-all, the duty-shirker, the gossip, the golden boy. If you feel your ire rising, try to figure out why you dislike the person. Once you pin this down, you will be able to better manage your approach.  Is your dislike related to a personal quirk like the way he dresses or communicates? A knee-jerk reaction in this case might not be reasonable or fair.  Is your dislike based on his overall personality? Maybe he is aggressive or manipulative? Such a co-worker could be harder to manage. Remember that you cannot change his personality. However, you can alter how you deal with him on a day-to-day basis. You may think that a co-worker dislikes you when, in reality, you have just misread his behavior or words. He might not have meant to offend you by his words in that last meeting, for example. Mistakes can happen, or we can sometimes be too sensitive.  If you are unsure, pay close attention to his words and behavior. Also, note how he interacts with other colleagues. Is there a pattern? Or, do you only see dislike in his interactions with you? Give your colleague the benefit of the doubt if you are unsure of a mutual dislike. Try to by cordial and professional with him. Your boss will expect you to get along with other co-workers, even the very irritating ones. Keep your cool. Provoking conflict could get you into trouble or disrupt company morale. Recognize when it is your issue. If your colleague has not given you any real reason for offense, accept the fact and try to overcome your emotions. Say to yourself: “Bill still bothers me, but I know that he means well and is good with IT. He’s a valuable member of the team and I need to get along with him.” Sooner or later, you will probably have to work with your nemesis on a project, interact in a meeting, or chat in the lunchroom. Maintain your poise. Stay professional but distant and don’t allow yourself to get entangled.  Say that your co-worker is the gossipy-type. Nod your head politely and...

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Постарайтесь понять, почему он вас беспокоит. Оцените, взаимно ли ваше чувство неприязни. Общайтесь с осторожностью. Старайтесь избегать контакта. Соблюдайте границы.


We all have different thresholds for functioning while sick. You are allowed to let yourself feel bad and rely on your support system. If you have children or other important responsibilities that can't be missed, delegate them to people you trust. Being sick can make you lonely and temporarily stop your social life. While it’s good to take time for yourself, realize when you need support and who best can fulfill this need. Specifically, calling your mom can bring you the feeling of ease that only she can bring. Remember when she used to bring you chicken soup when you were young? Whether you're asking someone to help with your kids or a co-worker to take over a presentation, be as detailed as possible. Write down all pertinent information and ask them to repeat it so you know that they've understood. Utilize a checklist to help keep track of every detail needed to be done.

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Важно понимать, когда вы слишком больны, чтобы выполнять свои обычные действия. Позвоните другу или родственнику. Составьте подробные указания.


We all have moments in life where we feel bad. If your friend is upset, talk to them and encourage them to express why they’re feeling low. Try to see things from their perspective and offer sympathy. They’ll see how important they are to you and return the favor when you need it.   Most of the time, people are more interested in someone sympathizing with them than they are with someone offering solutions. As tempting as it can be, don’t try to tell your friend how to solve their problem when they’re talking to you. If you really feel like you need to say something, wait until they have calmed down a little bit to bring it up.   If they’re truly in a slump, you may need to do more for them. Help them with things like running errands and basic chores. They’ll really value it once they’ve bounced back. Sometimes people experience awful things like the death of a family member that cause them to go through the grieving process. This pretty much always makes people do things that are out of character, but don’t mistake this for them not wanting your support. If someone’s dealing with a tragedy, stay by their side even if they don’t seem happy to see you. Your best friend still needs your help and will never forget that you supported them the whole time. Support is a two-way street. You have to trust the person offering it for it to be effective. Go to your best friend if you’re sad or angry about something. Be open with your friend and talk about why you feel that way. Not only will it help you feel better, it will build the trust you two share and strengthen the bonds of your friendship as well. This involves practice being vulnerable by opening up and sharing yourself even in the face of rejection. Vulnerability may seem difficult, but it can help lead to deeper relationships as it provides your friend with a space to open up, too. You should try to support your best friend at all times, not just when they’re sad. Encourage your best friend to try everything they want to and do their best in everything they...

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Будьте рядом в моменты печали. Позволяйте другу поддерживать вас. Вдохновляйте лучшую подругу. Будьте верным и преданным другом. Принимайте недостатки друга.


We all have them. 10 pm hits and we want that pizza, we're stress-eating because of work or a relationship, or we're super tired in the morning and pound that full-fat latte. What's your fix? Your guilty pleasures? What beats down on your self-control until you can't not cave to the temptations? If you know what gets your appetite out of control, you can avoid it. What are your food traps? The most common food traps are eating when we're bored or stressed. If you can be mindful of when you're eating and why, that's half the battle. If you know this is an issue for you, why not start keeping a food journal? In other words, don't stock the candies, refined grains, and other villains in the house. When they're not there, you won't eat them! You'll be forced to eat what you have available -- and you'll start craving what's there. Remove the temptation and you remove the bad choices. Don't just stick to good foods. You want to think of the drinks, too. All too often we drink away those calories, not realizing that it counts just as much as food, even though we're not full. Keep the soda to a minimum and concentrate on water and tea. " In other words, make every day a chance to find small opportunities to live healthier. Take the stairs. Park far away. Wash your own car. Remodel the kitchen yourself. Take your work lunch for a walk. 5 minutes here and there can really make the difference! And once you get used to staying "active" on a normal basis, that urge to feel lazy will go away. You'll no longer groan at the idea of tending the garden or organizing your shelves. Getting up and getting things done is just par for your healthy, lively course. This packs a powerful punch: not only will you be saving money, but you'll be saving calories, portion sizes, and knowing exactly what goes into every bite. You'll also be removing temptation from ordering that drink, appetizer, and dessert. And did we mention the whole being-able-to-cook thing? Arm yourself with a dozen or so healthy recipes. When cooking healthy is easy...

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Знайте, на что вас можно поймать. Заполните холодильник низкокалорийными напитками, фруктами и овощами. Проживите жизнь, "выбирая ступеньки. Ешьте дома. Избавьтесь от стресса.


We all have times we need to vent or to talk about something that's bugging us. When you're in a relationship, you become each other's place to discuss what's going in your lives. However, you have to make sure you create the space for that, both time-wise and emotionally.  In other words, if you always cut your partner off when they start talking about something that's bothering them, that's not creating the emotional space for them to talk. In addition, you have to open the door sometimes. When you notice your partner is looking down or sad, try to ask them what's going on. Listening is an art. You've got to really pay attention to what the other person is saying, not just trying to figure out how to respond. When you're in a serious discussion, for example, you may have a tendency to get defensive based on just a few things your partner says without really hearing them out. Trying to truly understand what their trying to say rather than getting defensive can lead to better communication.  As they're talking, take in what they're saying. Open up to what's underneath the words, not just what they're saying aloud.  Show them you're listening by asking leading questions. You can also offer short summaries. For instance, you could say, "What I hear you saying is your upset because I'm not spending enough time with you." That helps them know you're listening, plus it helps you to know you are getting it right. A cue is when your girlfriend or boyfriend casually mentions something that they are interested in. In turn, you take that cue and respond appropriately, sometimes by asking about the interest, sometimes by taking action.  For example, say your girlfriend says something like, "Isn't that car adorable? My car is getting so run down." You could say, "Oh, are you considering get a new car?" or you could ask her if she wants to go test drive one. Another example is if your boyfriend mentions a new restaurant going in down the street that looks good. You could take the initiative and make reservations. Picking...

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Давайте своему партнеру возможность говорить. Слушайте партнера, не занимая оборонительную позицию. Обращайте внимание на слова, которые невзначай произносит ваш партнер. Следите за языком тела вашего партнера. Стремитесь к тому, чтобы ваши беседы проходили в положительном ключе. Подождите, пока вы не успокоитесь. Решайте проблемы, пока они незначительные.


We all know how important it is to know where, say the restroom is or the next train station. Remembering these standard questions can be a huge help.  Wo ist die Toilette - Where's the restroom/bathroom  Wo ist der Bahnhof - Where's the train station  Wo ist die Bank - Where's the bank  Wo ist das Krankenhaus? - Where's the hospital? This is particularly useful if you're traveling through German-speaking countries. Just knowing how to ask for the check, or where the restroom is, can make your trip or stay more pleasant.  Sprechen Sie English - Do you speak English  Die Rechnung bitte - The check please  Könnten Sie mir bitte helfen - Could you please help me If you need urgent help, it can be useful to remember these phrases.  Ich brauche dringend Hilfe - I need help urgently  Ich brauche einen Krankenwagen - I need an ambulance  Ich bin sehr krank - I'm very ill

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Научитесь спрашивать дорогу. Умейте просить о помощи. Запомните фразы, полезные в случае чрезвычайных ситуаций.


We all know that eating the wrong thing, or eating too much of it, can cause vomiting. But how we eat food also plays a part in preventing nausea in the first place.  Eat small meals throughout the day instead of a couple big meals at long intervals. Eat slowly and chew your food before you swallow it. Avoid foods that are hard-to-digest, such as dairy, spicy, acidic, fatty, or fried foods.  Eat foods that are cold or at room temperature instead of foods that are warm or hot if you find them distasteful. Giving your body the proper time and adequate position to digest food may help keep you from feeling nauseated in the first place.  Drink liquids (preferably water) in between instead of during meals, and stay on pace to consume between 6 to 8 8-ounce glasses of water per day. Keep your head at least a foot above your feet if you decide to rest or sit down after a meal. Activity may worsen the nausea. Don't overexert yourself or engage in strenuous physical activity if you think it may lead to vomiting.

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Ешьте в одно и то же время, равномерно распределяя порции и тщательно пережевывая пищу. Пейте достаточно жидкости и отдыхайте после еды.


We all need reminders of the positive parts of who we are, and it is easy to forget or not give yourself the credit you deserve. Are you a positive person?  Are you a caring person?  Do you cherish your family, whether it be your family by blood or choosing? You can write everything down in a journal. Feeling good about your life starts with feeling good about yourself, yet it can be easy to focus on the negative aspects of ourselves instead of the positive. Take a twenty-four-hour period to conduct an experiment about how you treat yourself. Make a list throughout the day of all of the times you talk down to yourself. At the end of the day, take a look at all of the negative self-talk you participated in. Make another list that reframes all of those negative statements in a positive, honest way. For example, say in the morning you forgot your keys and your automatic thought was to call yourself stupid. In your reframe list, you can change that thought to: “I’m not stupid. I’m a person who makes mistakes.” Make sure you are always taking time to nurture yourself. Life is challenging, and nurturing yourself will motivate you to be kinder to others. The way we treat ourselves is often a reflection of how we treat others. Start with yourself, practice kindness for yourself every day, and then it will seem more natural to extend that kindness to others. Make an effort to go out to your favorite restaurant or enjoy your favorite dessert. It can also be something as simple as getting a haircut or a massage. Treating yourself with respect and care makes it easier to spread that kindness to others. Make some easy goals to care for your body. This is not about changing your entire lifestyle, but more so taking small steps that prove to your body and yourself that you care about you.  If you don’t get much exercise, make a goal to walk for at least ten minutes a day. Take a look at your diet and health and think of easy changes you can make to nurture yourself. For example, say you eat fast food more than three times a...

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Напоминайте себе о качествах, которые вам в себе нравятся. Старайтесь хорошо относиться к себе. Вознаграждайте себя. Следите за своим телом. Составьте список целей по проявлению доброты. Участвуйте в общественной жизни.


We all seem to have that aunt, uncle, or cousin whom we can’t stand. The one who drinks too much at Thanksgiving, who drones on about her life problems, or who is an open bigot. Unlike a noisome colleague, however, you can’t get rid of her. She turns up at Thanksgiving and Christmas; maybe you are the godmother to her children. How do you handle her? Rule number one is to avoid open strife.  At family gatherings, try to have innocuous topics of conversation in mind and stick to them. If you fight over social views, for instance, steer clear of anything related to politics. Don’t press her buttons. Strife with close family is easy, because we know one another’s weak spots. Be kind and don’t deliberately press your obnoxious relative’s buttons just to get a reaction. As host, you might consider giving her a task. Ask her to help in some way so that she feels needed and useful. Studies show that giving a person a rationale also increases compliance. For instance, “Sharon, could you please help me peel the potatoes so that we can mash them?” might work better than “Sharon, would you please peel the potatoes?” Whatever it is that you dislike, your obnoxious relative will not change it for you. Stop trying to fix her and try to accept her for who she is, to a point. Part of this is about letting go of how you want the relationship to work, how you envision it, and your ire when it doesn’t live up to the fantasy.  Don’t be overly judgmental. You might not get along, in part, because she knows you want to change her, and resents you. Try to be empathetic, instead. Take a deep breath, listen to what she has to say, and don’t interrupt. Show her that you are at least listening. Studies show that recognizing a person’s viewpoint, without necessarily judging it, can make them less combative and defensive. If you disagree with something she says, say something non-committal in reply, like “You seem to feel very strongly about this and I respect that.” Our relatives’ obnoxious traits often surface at family gatherings...

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Избегайте открытого конфликта. Перестаньте пытаться исправить своего родственника. Полегче с алкоголем. Избегайте неприятного родственника, если это вообще возможно. Сохраняйте спокойствие.


We are born naked and it is our natural state. Clothing keeps us warm and is often necessary to wear in public, but that doesn't mean it needs to be worn at all times. There's a time for letting your natural self just be. Imagine the freedom that will come with feeling the air and sun touch your skin everywhere, not just places that are normally exposed. Nudism, also called naturism, is about more than the simple act of being nude; it's also about getting closer to nature. In your natural state, there are no boundaries between yourself and the natural world. How freeing and exhilarating would it feel to lie naked on the beach, or under a tree, one with the natural world and comfortable in your own skin? People choose naturism to reach this particular height of happiness. Yes, people have sex naked, but nudity itself does not have to be sexual. Revealing clothing is often more sexually suggestive than being totally naked, since it leaves more to the imagination. If you're worried that becoming a naturist means you're opening yourself up to unwanted sexual encounters, know that for many naturists, it's about being free and natural, not lecherous.  Being a naturist is not about having public sex or exposing yourself to others. Many naturists are modest people who choose naturism for the above reasons, and not in order to sexually connect with people. That said, nudity can be pleasing to the senses in a sexual way. The feel of air or water flowing uninterrupted across your entire body awakens the senses and may be arousing. This is healthy and natural. You should not feel ashamed to have or explore these sexual feelings. Suppressing sexual feelings is unhealthy in general, and suppressing them in the context of naturism negates the healthy benefits of a naturist lifestyle.

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Поймите, что нудизм - это натурально. Узнаем предназначение нудизма. Знайте, нудизм не всегда сексуален.


We do this in English as well. For example, you would say "I run," but you would add and "s" for "he runs." Conjugation in French works similarly; for every pronoun (I, he, she, it, we, you) there is a different conjugation. There are more French pronouns then English, but they are still easy to remember:   Je: I  Tu: You  Il, elle, on: He, she, it  Nous: We  Vous: You (plural or formal)  Ils, elles: They (male), they (female). An unconjugated verb is called the "infinitive."  In English you simply at the word "to," so the infinitive is "to be," "to see," or "to write." In French the infinitive is one word -- like "aller" (to go), "ouvrir" (to open) or "répondre" (to respond). The infinitive is the base verb, or what changes as you conjugate. For example, in English you would not say, "He to be," you would say "he is." This is how we conjugate the verb "to be" in English. In French the large majority of verbs fall under three categories based on the ending of the infinitive. For each of these three categories there is a set of rules for conjugation.   -er Verbs: This includes verbs like "parler" (to talk) and "manger" (to eat).  -ir Verbs: This includes verbs like "applaudir" (to clap) and "finir" (to finish).  -re Vebrs: This includes verbs like "entendre" (to hear). There are, unfortunately, some verbs in French that no longer use the same rules to conjugate. Almost every tense of these verbs is different, so you often have to look irregular verbs up separately. While by no means exhaustive, this list shows some of the most common irregular verbs:   être: To be  Avoir: To have  Aller: To go  Vouloir: To want  Faire: To make, to do  Mettre: To put, to place.

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При спряжении глагол изменяется в зависимости от лица и числа подлежащего. Запомните французские местоимения. Инфинитивные формы глаголов. Существует три типа "правильных" глаголов. Запоминайте неправильные глаголы.


We have more facility to remember the dreams which occur when our bodies are in the sleeping stage known as REM, which stands for Rapid Eye Movement. The body is at rest, but the mind is active with dreams. If you don't get enough sleep at night, or your sleep is interrupted a lot, you get less REM sleep, and fewer dreams. Try going to bed every night at the same time, and waking up at the same time every morning, to make sure you're getting the right kind of rest.  Most people need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep every night to achieve the right amount of rest. People who sleep less than six hours have a hard time remembering dreams, because longer, more vivid dreams take place later in the sleeping cycle. Create a restful sleeping environment. Eliminate noises and distractions that might be preventing you from falling into a deeper sleep. Wear earplugs if necessary, and make sure you have heavy curtains that block out light from outside. It’s best if it just has plain paper with no designs or other distractions. Use this pad only for recording your dreams. Before you go to sleep, make sure it is open to the next page on which you can write so you don’t have to search for a blank page when you wake up.  Always put the pen in the same spot so that you don't have to search for that, either. (You can write down where you put your pen or other things before you go to sleep so you can find them later.) An alternative to writing your dreams is to keep a tape recorder near your bed or under your pillow so that you can verbally recount what happened in your dream. If you have to get out of bed to turn it off, you will be more likely to forget what you were dreaming about. Set your alarm to go off after you've gotten an adequate amount of sleep. Try not to use a radio alarm clock, since the ads and chatter on the morning show will be distracting.   If you can wake up without an alarm clock, you won’t have to worry about turning it off.  If possible, try using a gentler way of waking up. Ask someone to wake you gently...

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Планируйте хорошо выспаться. Положите блокнот и ручку или карандаш около кровати. Держите будильник рядом с кроватью. Не ешьте, не пейте алкоголь и не принимайте лекарства перед сном. Успокойте свой ум и тело перед сном. Примите сознательное решение запомнить сны. Подумайте об одной из основных проблем или эмоциональном беспокойстве прямо перед сном.


We know that 10 * 100 = 1000. Written in terms of powers (or logarithms), 101 * 102 = 103. We also know that 1 + 2 = 3. In general, 10x * 10y = 10x + y. So, the sum of the logarithms of two different numbers is the logarithm of the product of those numbers. We can multiply two numbers of the same base by adding their powers. Use the method above to find the logarithms. For example, if you want to multiply 15.27 and 48.54, you would find the log of 15.27 to be 1.1838 and the log of 48.54 to be 1.6861. In this example, add 1.1838 and 1.6861 to get 2.8699. This number is the logarithm of your answer. You can do this by finding the number in the body of the table closest to the mantissa of this number (8699). The more efficient and reliable method, however, is to find the answer in the table of anti-logarithms, as described in the method above. For this example, you will get 741.1.

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Как перемножать числа, используя их логарифмы. Найдите логарифмы чисел, которые вы хотите перемножить. Сложите эти числа, чтобы найти логарифм решения. Воспользуйтесь антилогарифмической таблицей, чтобы найти решение исходной задачи.


We live and then we die. That is a thought with many implications. One exciting implication is that your life is a rare thing; it is an opportunity to make the most of it; life is a thing that should not be wasted. Imagine all the things you can do with the time you have. Put down on paper 5 things you want to accomplish in life. Imagining all the ways you might live your life can be an exciting thought. If you're feeling bored because you're stuck in the same routine, then change it up! There are a number of changes you can make that range from big to small.  Small changes include things like ordering something different off the menu rather than getting the same thing all the time when you go out to eat. Large changes include taking a new job, moving to a new city, doing an exchange program for a year to immerse yourself in another culture. There are so many interacting parts, almost anything could happen theoretically. Who knows, you may run into a celebrity whose movies you enjoy, find a ten dollar bill on the ground, or bump into an old friend. The possibilities are endless! Sometimes we get so caught up in trying to get ahead in life that we forget to give ourselves breaks. Remind yourself that taking breaks to play and have fun is a very healthy thing to do. There are a number of ways to play; find the one that is funnest for you:  Play a video game; don't worry about whether it seems childish or dorky, just enjoy the experience - get immersed in it. Play a board game with friends. Invite some pals over and Play sports. Join a friendly sports league and foster some friendly competition.

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Не забывайте о том, насколько уникальна ваша жизнь. Составьте список имеющихся у вас возможностей. Измените что-нибудь в своей жизни. Напоминайте себе о том, что жизнь полна неожиданностей. Позвольте себе повеселиться.


We live in a world that moves at the speed of light and expect almost immediate access to most things on demand. The internet puts so much information at the tips of our fingers we can forget that people need time to work, prepare reports and process information. We are not machines, and building the human factor into life is important. Too much stress and be damaging to your own health and the health of those around you. Strive to find ways to avoid this stress when it is unneeded and not productive.  Stress can be a cause of impatience. Addressing the overall stress of a given situation can improve the environment for everyone involved and make it safer for your overall health. Instead of arguing over the obvious impatience, look at the long term stress as something that can be changed. Impatience is a sign of being caught up in the future rather than the present moment. Witnessing others’ impatience can remind us to be mindful. It can also remind us that our actions affect others, take others impatience as a call to action if needed.

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Подумайте о том, как современное общество способствует нетерпеливости. Проанализируйте связь между нетерпеливостью, злостью и здоровьем. Делайте выводы из нетерпеливости других людей.


We make a lot of assumptions about almost everything. It's how our brain processes certain pieces of information, and how we get along in everyday life. You could say they are the foundation of our critical framework. But what if those assumptions turned out to be wrong, or at least not entirely truthful? Then the whole foundation needs to be re-built, from the bottom up.  What does it mean to question assumptions? Einstein questioned the assumption that Newtonian laws of motion could accurately describe the world. He developed an entirely new framework for looking at the world by redescribing what he thought had happened, starting from scratch. We can question assumptions in a similar way. Why do we feel the need to eat in the morning, even when we're not hungry? Why do we assume that we'll fail when we haven't even tried? What other assumptions are we taking for granted that might crumble upon further examination? Like assumptions, taking information on authority can be useful. Instead of double-checking everything anyone says, we tend to label information as either coming from a trustworthy or not trustworthy source. This keeps us from double-checking every piece of information that comes our way, saving time and energy. But it also keeps us from getting to the bottom of things we perceive as coming from a trustworthy source, even when they don't. Just because it was published in a magazine or broadcast over TV doesn't mean it's necessarily true. Get in the habit of using your instinct to investigate questionable pieces of information. If your gut isn't satisfied with an explanation, ask the person to elaborate. If you don't question a fact, read about it or test it yourself. Soon enough, you'll build up a pretty good sense of what deserves more research and what you've determined to be true in your own judgment. You've already read about questioning assumptions and questioning authority figures. Now you're about to be told to question...everything? Asking questions is perhaps the quintessential act of...

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Построение вопроса-предположения. Не воспринимайте информацию как истину до тех пор, пока сами не исследовали тот или иной вопрос. Такая вещь как вопрос.


We might feel angry when we have a lack of control, whether it's physical or emotional. These common occurrences all have the potential to raise ire in people:  Physical discomforts: Feeling tired, hungry or in pain can make people angry and cranky. Going through the grieving process: Anger is a part of the grieving process. Dissatisfaction with your sex life, or your spouse is cheating on you. Other people's inconsiderate or rude behavior. Dealing with addiction and withdrawal Medical reasons such as hormone fluctuations and illnesses. Having a mental disorder: Anger can be part of the symptoms for many disorders. Being in an unjust situation, such as being under the regime of an oppressive government, or being subjected to discrimination. Being subjected to abusive situations, such as being bullied or humiliated. Stress from the daily grind, such as meeting deadlines, putting up with traffic, dealing with disappointing outcomes, or not meeting one's goals or expectations. Loss of money or income, such as getting robbed or having money problems. Rating your anger can help you realize what type of events make you angry and the degree they make you angry. Some events might cause mild irritation, while others might trigger you wanting to blow your top. You don't really need an official anger scale. You can make your own, for instance, on a scale of one to ten, or zero to 100. You can use what works with you. Track how often your anger spikes by writing down your anger rating in a journal. An anger journal will help you keep track of what events anger you and the degree to which they anger you. You should also track the surrounding events and environments that preceded your anger or occurred during your anger. Take note of how you react when you're angry, and the reactions of other people when you get angry. When you record in your journal, you can make the following observations:  What provoked the anger? Rate your anger. What thoughts occurred as you got angry? How did you react? How did others react to you?...

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Определите, что еще происходит в вашей жизни. Измеряйте свой гнев. Ведите дневник для измерения своего гнева. Определите факторы, которые вызывают ваш гнев.


We need water circulating through our bodies at all times. The skin, like any organ, relies on water to flush out harmful toxins. Drinking water also helps prevent dry skin. White tea is rich in antioxidants and can be added to any other type of tea without affecting the flavor.  Try to integrate white tea into your daily routine. Make sure your diet meets all your skin's needs and that you're getting all the necessary vitamins and nutrients. If you have bangs or hair that falls into your eyes you may be tempted to push it out of the way. Be careful not to let your fingers touch your face. Touching your forehead will cause it to get oily and break out. If you wear glasses, places where the glasses rub against your skin are likely to break out. Sweat that rubs against your skin builds in your pores, and every time you touch your face to adjust your glasses, you're adding oil. You may need to wash your face more frequently if you wear glasses. Avoid scratching or picking at scabs. This will cause them to scar or leave dark spots in their wake.

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Пейте много воды. Пейте белый чай. Правильно питайтесь. Любой ценой старайтесь не прикасаться пальцами к лицу.


We often change, as people, when we're around another person a lot (especially someone we care about significantly). Sometimes we change each other for the better and sometimes we change each other for the worse. You will need to decide if you positively impact him and he positively impacts you.  Do you find that either of you is becoming possessive, jealous, distrusting, lazy, or constantly stressed out? This is probably not someone you want to be around. They probably are not the one for you and you will not like the person you become if you stay with them. Do you find that you inspire each other to be better people? Do you strive for more from life and for yourself when you're with him? Does he do the same? Do you make each other kinder, happier people? This is a healthy relationship and you will only improve each other's lives. Does it coincide with what you hope your future will be? Does he share the same values? For example, if you recycle and he throws trash out his car window, is this really going to work? Is he comfortable letting you see his tender side? Do you openly tell him you love him, even offering qualifiers such as "I love you a lot" or initiating the "I love you more" game? Look for discrepancies between what is said and what is communicated. We're often so blindsided by someone who waxes poetic about their love that we fail to notice whether or not they've done anything to back it up. At the same time, we might be so frustrated by someone who doesn't spout poetry that we overlook all the thoughtful, loving gestures they've made. Reflect on whether either of you fits into one of these categories. It's often said that living together is the true test of compatibility; a relationship that takes place entirely in restaurants and parks might be wine and roses, but having to share dishes, watch each other shave, and trip over dirty laundry can dispel an illusion in no time. If you live together, how well do you compromise on individual and shared responsibilities? If you don't, have you at least...

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Как вы меняете друг друга? Реагируй на его образ жизни. Посмотрите, как вы оба говорите слова заботы. Комфортно ли вам друг с другом? Задумайтесь, комфортно ли вы себя чувствуете, когда проводите время вместе, или раздельно.


We often do things to ourselves that we would never dream of doing to someone we care about. For instance, when’s the last time you called a friend ugly, told them they weren’t good enough, or discouraged them from following their dreams? Whatever you believe to be respect, apply it to yourself. Don't insult or harm yourself, no matter how bad you feel. This kind of treatment is only bound to make you feel worse. Here are some other ways to treat yourself with basic respect:  Don't steal from yourself, such as recklessly putting everything on credit; you're essentially taking money from your future self, because you'll have to pay up eventually.  Be honest with yourself instead of being in denial about what you really want.  Think for yourself by developing your own sources of knowledge and doing research, instead of just following the opinions of others. When you make an effort to keep your body in good working order, you'll not only feel better physically, but you'll also feel a sense of pride. Respecting your body also means not insulting it for what it is, naturally. Make an effort to get fit and stay healthy, but don't trash yourself over the things you can't control, like your proportions. Focus on the things you can change and improve, and do it because it feels good, not because you think you're not "good enough" the way you are. This doesn't mean that going to the gym and looking amazing will automatically lead you to have high self-respect. But it does mean that if you don't put any time or care into your appearance, that you'll start to lose respect for who you are. Respecting yourself does not mean thinking that you are perfect and that there is absolutely nothing that you need to work on and improve. It means being able to accept the things that you cannot change about yourself, while working to address the things that you need to work on. Take some time to really think about yourself and to consider the areas you'd like to work on the most; maybe you would like to improve your listening skills,...

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Уважайте самого себя. Заботьтесь о здоровье. Определите то, что нуждается в улучшении. Самосовершенствуйтесь.


We often immediately lose 50% of what we are studying, so it is very important to concentrate when studying dates. You can begin by simply reminding yourself that you want to and/or need to remember the dates. Concentrating in this way can help you remember 20% to 60% more information. There are various practical ways to concentrate while studying. For instance:  Reduce distractions; try to study in a quiet, stress-free environment. Intentionally focus your eyes on a written date that you are trying to memorize. "Trace" the date with your eyes. When you come across a date you need to learn, take a moment and carefully write it out, thinking “I need to remember this” as you do. Visualize yourself writing the number any time you think of it. For instance, imagine yourself writing the date on a chalkboard in your mind. The more you can repeat information you need to learn, the more likely you are to memorize it. Since we lose the greatest amount of information within 24 hours of learning something, it is important not just to repeat the information immediately, but frequently. If you keep practicing and going over dates every day, you increase your recall and memory; if you keep trying to memorize them for thirty days, you are likely to remember them for years to come. If you need to learn a set of dates for an exam or other purpose, go over them as frequently as you can, spending at least a few minutes each day reviewing the information. Flash cards are a common way to practice memorizing information. If used correctly, they can be a big help.  Using a set of cards (or an electronic flash card program), write each date you need to memorize on one side of a card, and the significance of that date on the other side. Quiz yourself by shuffling the cards, looking at the date on each one, and seeing if you can remember the significance of it. You can also reverse the cards and look at the “significance” side, and see if you can recall the date associated with it. As you go through the cards each session, take out...

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Сконцентрируйтесь на датах, которые вам необходимо запомнить. Регулярно повторяйте все даты. Пользуйтесь дидактическими карточками. Пользуйтесь датами.


We often see what we want to see in people, and what we see is often wrong. Instead of going with your gut or first impression of someone, really pay attention to their  body language as well as their words to get a sense of who they are. The more you get to know the person, the better you’ll become at being able to tell when something is off with them. If you have a bad feeling about someone, it’s okay to be careful around them, but don’t let it prevent you from being a kind person.  They may be perfectly nice, but just socially awkward or perhaps from a different culture. You don't have to become close friends or share your deepest secrets — in fact, if you have a bad feeling about them, definitely don’t do those things. Over time, you’ll get to know them better and will be better able to judge whether your intuition was right. Some hunches are best left unsaid for the sake of your relationships. If you do decide to test whether your hunch is correct by bringing it up with a friend/partner/colleague, choose your wording wisely. For example, if you have a hunch that your partner thinks someone else is attractive, but there isn’t any danger of them actually acting on those feelings, it might be best to let them have their crush instead of accusing them of liking someone else and getting into a fight. As long as it’s only a passing attraction and nothing more, it’s perfectly natural. If you’re prone to anxiety and worry, you’re more likely to intuit when those close to you are having negative thoughts and feelings, but you’re less likely to be able to tell when they’re having positive feelings. Dwelling on the negative, and talking about those negative hunches, can sabotage your relationships.

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Обращайте внимание на язык тела и слова. Будьте непредвзяты. Задумайтесь, нужно ли озвучивать свои догадки. Не зацикливайтесь на негативе.


We sleep better in clean, attractive spaces. Studies indicate that decorating bedroom spaces with flowers has a positive impact on mood when waking. Your room should be a cool, calm environment. Given how hectic teen lives can be, creating a sleep ritual is necessary to ensure a good night's sleep. Consider the following when designing a sleep ritual:  Turn down lighting. This reminds your body that it is night and triggers natural circadian rhythms that help you get sleepy. Wear sunglasses in the afternoons and evenings to decrease exposure to bright light.  Have a snack. Going to bed hungry prevents sleep; however, eating too much keeps you awake via digestion. Have a glass of milk or a piece of toast. Ensure that feelings of hunger are suppressed, but don't eat to be full. Dress seasonally. If it's winter, wear warm sleep attire; if it's summer, consider a t-shirt and cotton shorts. Don't dress in layers, as this can bind movement and require you to wake up to remove clothing. Keep your room cool. It's better if your room is cool rather than warm, as this can help trigger the cooling cycle your body follows during normal sleep. Avoid refined sugar before bed.  Processed sugar causes a spike in blood sugar, followed by a drop that can wake you up in the middle of the night. Avoid exercise within two hours of bedtime. This increases heart rate and metabolism, decreasing sleepiness. These depend on what time you start your day.  Aim for at least eight hours of sleep but no more than ten, as this can disrupt your sleep schedule and make you feel groggy. Maintain your schedule even on weekends, making it easier to keep a sleep schedule on school days. Once in a sleep pattern, you may wake up without an alarm; however, at first, it's good to ensure you wake on time. Deep sleepers can set multiple alarms or procure a very loud alarm; however, for the typical sleeper, a simple alarm clock works best - avoid cell phone alarm as it forces you to sleep close to your phone which may distract you from sleeping....

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Сделайте уборку в комнате. Установите и следуйте постоянному ритуалу отхождения ко сну. Определите время отхождения ко сну и время пробуждения. Поставьте будильник. Спите на правом боку. Правильно просыпайтесь утром.


We tend to feel more tired when we are dehydrated because our blood thickens, forcing your heart to pump harder to circulate the blood throughout your body, and this extra work by the heart tires us out.  Doctors recommend having 2 liters of water a day, or about 8 glasses. Soft drinks and coffee don’t count. You can also get water naturally through fruits and vegetables such as watermelon, celery, and broccoli. You’ll know you’re getting dehydrated if your urine turns from a pale, clear fluid (as it is when you’re well hydrated) to a darker yellow. Don't wait until you feel thirsty to drink. By the time your brain starts sending you signals, you’re already lacking fluids, hence the message of being thirsty. Drink regularly throughout the day to stay hydrated. Getting little bursts of carbohydrates and protein throughout the day will help you stay awake and alert. Plus, if you eat every 3-4 hours, you won’t have blood sugar crashes, which make you feel tired.  Eating breakfast really is the most important way to start the day, so don’t skip it. If you find you’re often on the run to work or school and don’t have time for breakfast, get into the habit of preparing grab-and-go options. Include fibre so you have the slower release of carbs that keeps you from crashing. Include popcorn, tortillas, or whole grain pitas in your meal and snack time, for example. Small meal examples that work include low-fat yogurt with berries and granola, a whole grain chicken wrap with greens, or apple slices with some peanut butter. It is generally recommended that you avoid caffeine after noon. When you live with chronic insomnia, this might be really hard to do so try to minimize it to 200-300 milligrams, or no more than 2 cups of coffee.  Decaffeinated coffees are not 100% caffeine free, so don’t be fooled. Energy drinks may not be a good choice. They have up to 250 milligrams of caffeine per serving and can increase your tolerance to caffeine, meaning you need more and more caffeine to feel the effects. They also have a lot...

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Поддерживайте водный баланс. Регулярно ешьте небольшими порциями на протяжении дня. Не злоупотребляйте кофеином. Воздерживайтесь от спиртных напитков.


We think that we need all sorts of things that we really don't, and these things can quickly suck up a lot of money. You want to make all those little bits of money that you made by following the first section stretch even more, right? Look at what you think of a need and reevaluate. Cell phone? Land line? TV? Candy? Fast food? gym membership? Online subscriptions? Internet? Different people need different things, depending on how they live. Just look at everything you spend money on and think: do I actually need this to survive? If you make your money through something like the internet, than the answer might very well be "yes". If you're young, live at home. This can save you a lot of money and help you build up a financial cushion so that you can more responsibly move out at a later date. If you help your parents out around the house and are generally respectful and loving, they won't even mind too much. Just make sure that they see you trying to save money and be responsible. Look at your monthly spending or bank statements. See any big numbers that stand out? When you look at your statements, you'll often find purchases that you really didn't think about or that you really didn't need. Paying attention to how you spend your money can make you a more conscious spender and save you lots of cash. Plan how you'll spend your money and stick to the plan. This will save you tons of money in the long run. A lot of the time the money we make seems to disappear, because we excuse all sorts of little purchases. Give yourself an allowance, but otherwise strictly budget your income in order to save as much money as possible. Clothes, food, household items: everything you buy should be at a discount. Don't go for any sale, however, that encourages you to buy something you weren't already going to buy anyway: this leads to to spend more money, not less. Get your clothes from Goodwill or garage sales. You can save a lot on food by shopping at grocery outlets and similar stores. Avoid credit cards or any other kinds of...

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Пользуйтесь только самыми необходимыми вещами. Живите с родителями. Следите за тем, сколько денег вы тратите. Составьте бюджет. Покупайте только те вещи, которые продаются со скидкой. Никогда не пользуйтесь кредитными картами. Пользуйтесь общественным транспортом.


We use cross multiplication for math problems where we know the fractions are equivalent, but one of the numbers has been replaced with a variable (typically x) for which we must solve. In cases like this, we know these fractions are equivalent because they're the sole terms on opposite sides of an equal sign, but it's often not obvious how to solve for the variable. Luckily, with cross multiplication, solving these types of problems is easy. In other words, you multiply the numerator of one fraction by the denominator of the other and vice versa, then set these two answers equal to each other and solve. Take our two examples of 4/8 and 8/16. These two don't contain a variable, but we can prove the concept since we already know they're equivalent. By cross multiplying, we get 4 x 16 = 8 x 8, or 64 = 64, which is obviously true. If the two numbers are not the same, then the fractions are not equivalent. Since cross multiplication is the easiest way to determine equivalent fractions when you must solve for a variable, let's add a variable. For example, let's consider the equation 2/x = 10/13. To cross multiply, we multiply 2 by 13 and 10 by x, then set our answers equal to each other:  2 × 13 = 26 10 × x = 10x 10x = 26. From here, getting an answer for our variable is a matter of simple algebra. x = 26/10 = 2.6, making the initial equivalent fractions 2/2.6 = 10/13. One of the best things about cross multiplication is that it works in essentially the same way whether you're dealing with two simple fractions (as above) or with more complex fractions. For instance, if both fractions contain variables, you just have to eliminate these variables at the end during the solving process. Similarly, if the numerators or denominators of your fractions contain variable expressions (such as x + 1), simply "multiply through"by using the distributive property and solve as you normally would. For instance, let's consider the equation ((x + 3)/2) = ((x + 1)/4). In this case, as above, we'll solve by cross multiplying:  (x + 3)...

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Умножение крест-накрест используется в задачах с двумя эквивалентными дробями, одно из чисел в которых заменено на переменную (обычно «х»); эту переменную необходимо найти. При умножении крест-накрест нужно умножить числитель первой дроби на знаменатель второй дроби, а затем умножить числитель второй дроби на знаменатель первой дроби; между результатами перемножения поставьте знак равенства. Введите переменную в одну из эквивалентных дробей, чтобы при помощи умножения крест-накрест найти ее. Умножение крест-накрест работает с любыми дробями, включая дроби со сложными выражениями.


We'll start with a 3 x 3 matrix A, and try to find its determinant |A|. Here's the general matrix notation we'll be using, and our example matrix: M=(a11a12a13a21a22a23a31a32a33)=(153247462){\displaystyle M={\begin{pmatrix}a_{11}&a_{12}&a_{13}\\a_{21}&a_{22}&a_{23}\\a_{31}&a_{32}&a_{33}\end{pmatrix}}={\begin{pmatrix}1&5&3\\2&4&7\\4&6&2\end{pmatrix}}} This will be your reference row or column. You'll get the same answer no matter which one you choose. For now, just pick the first row. Later, we'll give some advice on how to choose the easiest option to calculate. Let's choose the first row of our example matrix A. Circle the 1 5 3. In general terms, circle a11 a12 a13. Look at the row or column you circled and select the first element. Draw a line through its row and column. You should be left with four numbers. We'll treat these as a 2 x 2 matrix.  In our example, our reference row is 1 5 3. The first element is in row 1 and column 1. Cross out all of row 1 and column 1. Write the remaining elements as a 2 x 2 matrix:   1  5 3 2  4 1 4  6 2 Remember, the matrix (abcd){\displaystyle {\begin{pmatrix}a&b\\c&d\end{pmatrix}}} has a determinant of ad - bc. You may have learned this by drawing an X across the 2 x 2 matrix. Multiply the two numbers connected by the \ of the X. Then subtract the product of the two numbers connected by the /. Use this formula to calculate the determinate of the matrix you just found.  In our example, the determinant of the matrix (4762){\displaystyle {\begin{pmatrix}4&7\\6&2\end{pmatrix}}} = 4 * 2 - 7 * 6 = -34. This determinant is called the minor of the element we chose in our original matrix. In this case, we just found the minor of a11. Remember, you selected an element from your reference row (or column) when you decided which row and column to cross out. Multiply this element by the determinant you just calculated for the 2x2 matrix. In our example, we selected a11, which had a value of 1. Multiply this by -34 (the determinant of the 2x2) to get 1*-34 = -34. Next, you'll multiply...

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Запишите матрицу размерностью 3 x 3. Выберите строку или столбец матрицы. Зачеркните строку или столбец с первым элементом. Найдите определитель матрицы 2 x 2. Умножьте полученный ответ на выбранный элемент матрицы M. Определите знак полученного результата. Повторите все вышеописанные действия со вторым элементом опорной строки (или столбца). Повторите с третьим элементом. Сложите полученные результаты.


We'll start with a simple example: a hyperbola with the center of its origin. For these hyperbolas, the standard form of the equation is x2/a2 - y2/b2 = 1 for hyperbolas that extend right and left, or y2/b2 - x2/a2 = 1 for hyperbolas that extend up and down. Remember, x and y are variables, while a and b are constants (ordinary numbers).   Example 1: x2/9 - y2/16 = 1  Some textbooks and teachers switch the position of a and b in these equations. Follow the equation closely so you understand what's going on. If you just memorize the equations you won't be prepared when you see a different notation. This new equation represents both asymptotes, though it will take a little more work to separate them.  Example 1: x2/9 - y2/16 = 0 Factor the left hand side of the equation into two products. Refresh your memory on factoring a quadratic if you need to, or follow along while we continue Example 1:  We'll end up with an equation in the form (__ ± __)(__ ± __) = 0.  The first two terms need to multiply together to make x2/9, so take the square root and write it in those spaces: (x/3 ± __)(x/3 ± __) = 0  Similarly, take the square root of y2/16 and place it in the two remaining spaces: (x/3 ± y/4)(x/3 ± y/4) = 0  Since there are no other terms, write one plus sign and one minus sign so the other terms cancel when multiplied: (x/3 + y/4)(x/3 - y/4) = 0 To get the equations for the asymptotes, separate the two factors and solve in terms of y.   Example 1: Since (x/3 + y/4)(x/3 - y/4) = 0, we know x/3 + y/4 = 0 and x/3 - y/4 = 0  Rewrite x/3 + y/4 = 0 → y/4 = - x/3 → y = - 4x/3  Rewrite x/3 - y/4 = 0 → - y/4 = - x/3 → y = 4x/3 We've just found the asymptotes for a hyperbola centered at the origin. A hyperbola centered at (h,k) has an equation in the form (x - h)2/a2 - (y - k)2/b2 = 1, or in the form (y - k)2/b2 - (x - h)2/a2 = 1. You can solve these with exactly the same factoring method described above. Just leave the (x - h) and (y - k) terms intact until the last step.   Example 2: (x - 3)2/4 - (y + 1)2/25 = 1  Set...

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Запишите каноническое уравнение гиперболы. Приравняйте каноническое уравнение к нулю (а не к единице). Разложите на множители новое уравнение. Приравняйте каждый двучлен (то есть выражение внутри каждой пары скобок) к нулю и вычислите «y». Выполните описанные действия с гиперболой, уравнение которой отличается от канонического.


We're already assuming you know you have to be Catholic and a woman, but you also have to be single. If you are married, an annulment recognized by the Catholic church must be obtained. Widows are viewed as single in the eyes of the church. When you become a nun, you will receive a ring to denote you as God's bride. Because of this, you may not have another relationship distracting you from God's call. Back in the good ol' days, most nuns were straight out of high school or college. Now just about anything goes -- from 18 to your 40s. In certain circumstances, older women will be accepted -- it depends on the community you choose to enter. In general, most religious communities encourage their members to have some type of college education. Having at least a BA is preferable, but not necessary. Life experience, including professional experience, is also a plus. If you have children, they need to have left home. You must not have any dependents upon entering. Many nuns have children -- they're just fully grown. That is to say, be debt-free and healthy. Most institutions prefer candidates that aren't overwhelmed by other issues and can fully devote themselves to God. If you have debt, don't let it stop you. If you find a community you'd like to join, address the issue with your director. They may be able to help.

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Нужно быть одинокой. Нужно соответствовать возрастным требованиям. Пусть ваши дети вырастут, Если у вас есть дети, вам придется подождать. У вас должно быть хорошее финансовое и физическое состояние.


We've all lied at one time or another, to different people, to ourselves, and for different reasons. But coming up with a systematic plan for becoming more honest will be difficult unless you try to define those reasons and those people for yourself.   Lies to make ourselves look better might include exaggerations, embellishments, and flat-out tall-tales we tell to others, and ourselves, to make ourselves feel better about our inadequacies. When you're unhappy about something, it's much easier to fill it in with lies than tell the truth.   We lie to peers we think are better than us, because we want them to respect us as we respect them. Unfortunately, being dishonest is disrespectful in the long run. Give people more credit for their ability to empathize and understand you on a deeper level.  Lies that avoid embarrassment might include lies told to cover up bad behaviors, transgressions, or any activity we're not proud of. If your mom found a pack of cigarettes in your jacket, you might lie and say that they're your friend's to avoid punishment.  We lie to authoritative figures to avoid embarrassment and punishment, including ourselves. When we've done something we feel guilty about, lies are told to eliminate the guilt, avoid the punishments, and get back to the objectionable behavior we're forced to lie about. It's a vicious cycle. To break the chain of embarrassment and lying, it's important to learn to anticipate things that you'll likely feel guilty about in the future, and avoid those behaviors. When you lie, you're covering up some uncomfortable truth that's more easily couched in a lie. You can either get comfortable with the truth, or abandon the behavior that makes you embarrassed. If you smoke cigarettes, you won't have to lie if everyone knows it's true. Own up to it. If a behavior is un-own-upable, it's probably best to avoid it. It would be humiliating for your partner to find out that you had an inappropriate relationship with a coworker, but you won't have to lie if you don't do it. Sometimes...

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Постарайтесь понять, почему и кому вы лжете. Предугадывайте поведение, которое вызовет чувство вины. Перестаньте сравнивать себя с другими. Смиритесь с последствиями и примите все как есть. Делайте вещи, которыми вы будете гордиться. Избегайте ситуаций, в которых вам придется солгать другим. Различайте вещи, которые нужно довести до сведения и те, которыми вы просто хотите поделиться. Всегда оставайтесь тактичным.