If you have a bit of downtime, meal prepping is a great way to use it. When you plan and prepare your meals ahead of time, you are less likely to choose unhealthy options like fast or junk food. Browse interesting recipes on Pinterest and compile a grocery list to take with you shopping. Ask your roommate, partner, or children to help you. This will help you get the task done faster. Plus, you’ll have more fun as you work together. Regular physical activity delivers an energy boost and keeps your mind alert. You already know you should exercise a few days a week. But if you plop down on the couch to watch TV first, you’re unlikely to get moving later. Make exercise a priority by using your leisure time to support your physical and mental well-being. Allot at least 30 minutes to running, walking, biking or some other preferred activity. You can even turn on some music and shake your hips as you cook or clean your home. Even if you are not currently stressed, you can positively influence your well-being by practicing self-care. Too often, you may relegate yourself to the bottom of your priority list. Creating a self-care toolbox helps you gather relaxing activities so they are at reach when you need a refresh. Stock your self-care toolbox with items and activities that rejuvenate your mind and body. You might include scented candles and lotions, bubble bath or salts, a coloring book, a novel, a knitting project, or your favorite movie. You might wonder what cleaning has to do with health. A clean home can offer you mental health benefits because you aren’t stressed about where things are. However, if you suffer from allergies or other chronic conditions, cleaning your home regularly can reduce unpleasant symptoms. Also, cleaning offers you the chance to move your body and get your heart rate up. Use natural cleaning products to reduce your exposure to toxins to further benefit your overall health and well-being.

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Найдите полезные рецепты, которые вы бы хотели попробовать. Занимайтесь спортом. Создайте собственный набор самопомощи. Наведите в доме порядок.


If you have a blister, no matter how small, it's important to keep the area clean. This will help ensure that if it accidentally pops, it won't get infected. Small, unbroken blisters will go away on their own after a few days. There's no need to pop them or bandage them. Just air them out as much as you can.  If the blister is on your foot, wear sandals or loose slippers around the house to give it time to heal. If the blister is on your hand, there's no need to wear gloves or a bandage as long as you aren't using your hands to do something that might cause the blister to break or get infected. When you leave the house or start an activity, protect unpopped blisters so they don't accidentally get popped. Use a loose bandage or a donut moleskin bandage to cover it. Donut moleskin bandages are available at most pharmacies. They create a protective barrier around the blister, while still allowing it to breathe.

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Промойте пораженную область мылом и водой. Знайте — если мозоль небольшая, ей нужно «дышать». Защищайте нелопнувшие мозоли.


If you have a bottle of nail polish that has already dried up, you may not need to throw it out just yet. There are a few simple ways to get your polish back in good order. The most straightforward is to add a little lacquer thinner to it. Use an eye dropper to add a few drops at a time — you shouldn't need much.  Be sure to do this somewhere well-ventilated. The fumes from lacquer thinner can be hazardous in tight spaces. If the weather is good, go outside. Otherwise, open a door or window and turn on a fan. Lacquer thinner is available at most hardware stores for just a few dollars per can. The smallest sizes are normally about a quart, so one purchase will last you a long time. Once you've added a small amount of lacquer thinner, screw the cap back on to the nail polish bottle and shake it gently. You can also upend the bottle or use the cap brush to stir the contents. The thinner should gradually loosen up the dried polish, leaving you with liquid polish. If your polish is still too thick, add more thinner a drop at a time and continue stirring. When your polish is the correct consistency, stop adding thinner. If you don't have lacquer thinner handy, you can get a similar effect by adding clear nail polish to bottles of dried up color polish. Just add it a few drops at a time and agitate the bottle as you would with thinner. This tends to work best with polish that isn't completely dried up yet. Note that this can affect the color and consistency of your polish. It shouldn't outright ruin it, however. You should still be able to use it when it's liquid again. Nail polish remover will turn dry polish back into liquid. However, the danger is that it will go too far, turning your entire bottle of polish into a watery mixture that won't stick to your nails very well.  It's hard to use nail polish remover correctly this way, so it's generally best to simply stay away from it.

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Не спешите выбрасывать бутылочку с засохшим лаком. После добавления небольшого количества растворителя для лака в бутылку следует осторожно закрутить крышку и взболтать баночку, чтобы как можно лучше перемешать ее содержимое. В качестве альтернативы растворителю можно использовать прозрачный лак. Не используйте жидкость для снятия лака.


If you have a broad and dedicated client base, you may want to consider sending out surveys. This will allow you to poll your customers on your strengths and your weaknesses. You can then build your marketing plan around your strengths (and know what assets of your business to really emphasize), and you can also make efforts to work on what others perceive as your business's weaknesses.  Keep surveys/questionnaires short and simple. Your customers may have input, but they won't want to spend a lot of time and effort giving you that input. Aim for a survey that would fit on an index card or a half sheet of paper, but if you must go longer, make sure your survey comes in under two pages long at the absolute maximum.  Consider a short-answer format instead of a simple multiple-choice survey. You can certainly incorporate a few multiple-choice questions if you like, but provide open-ended questions, asking specifics like, "What do you like best about our product/service? What do you like least? What would you like to see us improve on?" You may also want to ask a question like, "Would you recommend our products/services to friends or colleagues? Why/why not?" That will help you gauge your existing customers' level of satisfaction while also gathering information on what your strengths and weaknesses are. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. You want to make the experience as easy and hassle-free for customers as possible.  Don't forget to estimate the cost of printing and mailing surveys (both ways), and factor that into your existing budget, if you decide to use this method. These may be useful if you have a list of current customers' email addresses, which you might have collected anyway for contact purposes or for monthly newsletters. If you have your customers' email addresses, you may want to ask them the same questions as you would in a mailed survey. However, the risk with email surveys is that they might be relegated to the customer's spam folder. There's no way of knowing how many of your emailed...

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Разошлите клиентам опросные листы по почте. Проведите опрос по электронной почте. Организуйте телефонный опрос. Проведите индивидуальные опросы клиентов.


If you have a bump or lesion, look for a fluid filled cavity that is movable and compressible. Look for a yellow or white center with a head. There might also be draining pus. Boils are pus-filled infections of the hair follicles. Check in your scalp for bumps. Also check any other places with hair, like your groin, neck, and armpit. An abscess is a painful pus-filled lump in or under the skin. An abscess might require surgical drainage in addition to antibiotics. Keep an eye out for carbuncles. Carbuncles are large abscesses that has pus draining from them. A stye is an infection of the oil glands of the eyelid. This causes inflammation and redness on the eye and eyelid. The stye can be internal or external. The lump will usually have a whitish or yellowish head that looks like a pimple. It may hurt to blink. Impetigo is a pus blister on the skin. These pus blisters can be large in size. They may burst and leave a honey-colored crust around the infected area.

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Проверьте, выделяется ли из ранки гной. Проверьте, нет ли фурункулов. Обратите внимание на абсцессы. Обратите внимание на ячмень на глазу. Проверьте, нет ли у вас стрептодермии.


If you have a bundle of fresh herbs that look clean and dust-free, you don't need to wash them. However, if you just picked them from your garden, it's likely they contain some dust and dirt. Rinse them in gentle running water, then shake off the excess water. Whether you just rinsed your herbs or they were wet when you received them, you should first dry off the obvious moisture. Spread them out on a paper towel or clean dishcloth until there are no more water beads on the surface of the herbs. If you'd like to use your herbs right away, use this method to dry a small handful at a time. This method is also suitable for tea leaves that have just been used to brew tea. For either material, spread small leaves or pieces of herbs out between two dry paper towels. Microwave for 30 seconds at a time until they are brittle, paying close attention for signs of burning. Moist, fleshy herbs such as mint and basil won't dry easily in the microwave unless they are already partly dried. Some herbs don't have much moisture to begin with, and can be dried over the course of a few weeks by tying the stems in bunches and hanging them upside down. Do this indoors in a dark place if possible, because sunlight can harm the color and flavor of the herbs.  Herbs in this category tend to have stiff or thick leaves. They include rosemary, parsley, sage, and thyme. If you'd like to dry soft, moist herbs in this way, hang them in small bunches inside a paper bag. Poke holes at the base of the paper bag and place in an area with good air flow so the herbs dry more quickly and mold has less chance to grow. Herbs with soft, juicy leaves need to be dried quickly or they will grow mold. Pluck the leaves off the stem and lay them between paper towels so that no two leaves are touching. You may stack up to five layers of leaves if you need to, alternating between paper towels and herbs. Place these in an oven safe dish and place in an oven at the lowest possible temperature setting. They may take up to 8 hours to dry.  Turn your oven dial...

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Промойте  свежие травы от грязи. Перед использованием любого метода разложите травы, чтобы вода испарилась. Быстро высушите небольшого количество трав или чайных листьев в микроволновой печи. Сушите толстые или жесткие травы, подвешивая их в закрытом помещении. Сушите мясистые или мягкие растения в духовке при низкой температуре. После того как травы высохнут, станут хрупкими и рассыпчатыми, поместите их в герметичный контейнер.


If you have a butter churn, churn the handle for approximately 5 to 10 minutes. Churning is very easy and efficient with a well-built butter churn.  If you have an electric mixer, use the whisk attachment and start it on low to prevent spatter. Otherwise, seal the cream in a Mason jar and shake it. Mixing typically takes 3 to 10 minutes, while shaking takes roughly 10 to 20 minutes.  To speed up the shaking method, drop a small, clean, glass marble into the jar before shaking. If your mixer only has one speed setting, cover the bowl with plastic wrap to catch spray. The cream will go through several stages as you mix it:  Frothy or slightly thick cream. Soft peaks. Raising the mixer will leave a standing peak with a drooping tip. You can now increase the speed of the mixer. Whipped cream, forming stiff peaks. The cream will start to look granular, and become very pale yellow. Reduce speed again before liquid appears, to prevent spatter. Break down: Finally, the cream will suddenly separate into butter and buttermilk. Continue to mix the butter and pour off more liquid as it appears. Stop churning once the solid looks and tastes like butter, or when almost no more liquid is coming out. If any buttermilk remains with the butter, it will spoil very quickly, so this needs to be done unless you eat the butter within 24 hours.  Pour ice water or chilled water into the butter. Knead it with a clean hand, or use a wooden spoon to press the butter. Pour out the ice water through a strainer. Repeat until the water is mostly clear. This takes at least three washings, and sometimes several more. Use your hands and the back of the spoon to press any water remaining in the butter. Strain this out of the butter. Add sea salt to taste if you prefer salted butter; try ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) per ½ cup (120 mL) butter. Homemade butter is delicious by itself, but you can try all kinds of additions for variety. Consider dried herbs or finely minced garlic. You can even make a sweet spread by mixing in honey until smooth. Be aware that...

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Взбейте сливки. Следите за тем, как сливки меняют консистенцию. Слейте образовавшуюся пахту в отдельную емкость и сохраните ее для использования в других кулинарных рецептах. Промойте масло в холодной воде. Отожмите из масла остатки жидкости. Добавьте в масло соль или иные ингредиенты (не обязательно). Храните приготовленное масло в холодильной камере или в морозилке вашего холодильника.


If you have a chair that is the right size to stretch the elastic, that will work perfectly. If you don’t have a chair that’s the right size, you can try using the side of a small table, an empty drawer, or an empty poster frame. If you can, line up the sides with the side of the chair. This will help stretch the elastic evenly. Let your elastic sit, being stretched, for 24 hours. If the desired size still isn’t reached, put the elastic back in the stretched position and leave it for several days. Leave it in a warm place to help the elastic band stretch.

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Для этого понадобится стул. Натяните резинку на стул. Оставьте вещь в таком положении.


If you have a charcoal grill, fill your chimney starter, soak the briquettes with charcoal lighter fluid, and light 'em up. Carefully, of course. Your eyebrows look good on you.  Allow about 20 to 30 minutes to burn off the lighter fluid and get the coals evenly burning. When the briquettes are covered with a layer of ash and glowing, they're ready. Pour them into the bottom of the grill, cover, and let it heat up. Consider using hardwood charcoal instead of the standard charcoal briquette. It adds a great smoky flavor that marries well with hot dogs. If you have a gas grill, turn on all burners to get the grill good and hot. You want the grill itself to sear the dogs as soon as they hit. When you're ready to grill, you can turn down the heat to medium so you don't burn the dogs through and through. Not even Grey Poupon can help that!

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Насыпьте древесный уголь. А сейчас о газе.


If you have a choice between various routes, go for the one with the least number of stops - stopping and starting again from a dead stop is very expensive in terms of gas.   If you have multiple stops in one trip, plan it so that you go to your furthest destination first and make the rest of your stops on your way back. By taking your longest drive at the beginning, you give the car enough time to warm up for the remainder of the trip; if you took the short trips first, your car would take longer to warm up (because of the brevity of each trip). Since engines do not operate efficiently until they are warm, taking your longest drive first increases fuel efficiency. Country roads are good because you don't have to stop (and go) as much and you don't have to accelerate/brake to get on/off (like with the highway). Steep uphills or downhills will have impacts on your fuel economy as well. If you're driving on sloped roads, it's useful to think about where you should come to a full stop, because that will affect how hard you need to accelerate. Instead of searching for the perfect spot close to an entrance (which will involve stop-and-go driving, especially with pedestrians involved and other drivers pulling in or out of their spots) pull into a spot that's further away from the entrance.  Look for the parking spot with the highest elevation and park face-out so that when you start the car and the engine is cold (at the lowest efficiency) you can use gravity in your favor without having to spin your car around.

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Составьте маршрут с учетом экономии топлива. Паркуйтесь так, чтобы вам было легко выезжать.


If you have a chronic problem with punctuality, you might be prone to making a lot of excuses. Some of them might be valid, like if you're late to a meeting because you had a flat tire, or a winter storm stalled traffic for an hour. But if it seems like you're constantly trying to explain away your tardiness, it's time to own up to your problem. As with any problem, you cannot fix it if you're in denial that it's a problem at all.  If you're not sure whether your issue is chronic, ask your friends and family to tell you honestly whether they consider you a punctual person. If punctuality is truly an issue for you, you won't have been able to hide it from them. Check to see if your tardiness is the result of passive aggression. Being late can be a form of resentment at having to be a certain place to do a certain thing. If you think this is the case, try to change your events around, or otherwise practice accepting that which you can't change.  Don't be too hard on yourself if you have trouble being punctual, though. According to a study conducted in San Francisco, 20 percent of the US population has the same issue. You probably really want to be on time, and when you're late, you feel genuinely sorry for inconveniencing others. But if you're late again and again, people will feel that your behavior is inconsiderate. Being late puts other people in the position of having to wait for you. It's seen as a statement that you value your time more than you value theirs, even if you really don't feel that way.  Think of how you feel when someone else is the one who's late for a meeting. Do you appreciate having to sit alone in a restaurant while you wait for your friend to show up half an hour late? Be kind to people that are late while also telling them how you feel. Eventually, being late all the time will erode people's faith in your reliability, creating a negative impression that could eventually extend to matters other than punctuality. Do you feel a little buzzed when you're rushing to beat the clock? It's...

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Признайте, что вы тот человек, которому сложно быть пунктуальным. Заметьте, как окружающие относятся к вашим опозданиям. Найдите другие способы для того, чтобы дать выход адреналину. Сделайте так, чтобы пунктуальность стала одним из ваших достоинств. Подумайте о преимуществах пунктуальности.


If you have a cold or the flu, chances are some of your symptoms include a fever and a headache. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Ibuprofen (Advil) work to reduce the pain you feel. Acetaminophen also helps to bring your fever down. You can get these drugs at any pharmacy.  The regular, adult dose for Acetaminophen is 325-650 mg tablets, one tablet every four hours. Read the bottle to learn about other doses, such as those for children.  The regular, adult dose for Ibuprofen is 400-600 mg, once every six hours until your symptoms ease up. There are different types of nasal sprays on the market and its important to be able to distinguish between them. Saline sprays are safe for all ages and can hydrate your nasal passages. There is evidence that using a saline spray may reduce nasal secretions and the use of decongestants.  Nasal decongestants, such as Afrin, are only recommended if you have severe congestion problems, because using a nasal spray too often can cause your symptoms of congestion to rebound after you stop using the spray. They should be used no longer than three days in a row to avoid rebound, and should not be used on children. Corticosteroid nasal sprays, such as Flonase, are generally used to treat chronic symptoms, as it may take several days before you notice any improvement. Still, they can sometimes be helpful in combatting the symptoms of a viral infection. Talk to your doctor, and do not use corticosteroid medication on children under four. When considering an over-the-counter cough syrup, the main thing to look at is the list of ingredients. In particular, look for the presence of decongestants, antihistamines, and/or pain relievers combined with the cough syrup on the ingredient list. The reason you want to be aware of this is so that you do not double up on your medications and accidentally overdose (for instance, if a pain killer is included in your cough syrup, you will not want to take an over-the-counter pain killer on top of that).  Over-the-counter preparations are safe in adults, as...

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Принимайте препараты, отпускаемые без рецепта, которые помогают уменьшить жар и болевые ощущения, вызванные вирусной инфекцией. Используйте назальный спрей. Принимайте сироп от кашля, если вы кашляете. Обратитесь за медицинской помощью, если у вас серьезное вирусное заболевание.


If you have a college, university, or language school in your area, odds are they have organizations you may be able to get involved in. You'll meet other people just like you who are just looking to better their skills. Before you start conversing, you'll be well off if you know the basics:  Numbers (1-100) Time (numbers 1-59 plus o'clock, past, and till) Days of the week (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday) Introductory phrases  Hello! My name is... How are you? How old are you? I'm X years old. What do you like? I like... How is your family? As always, YouTube is a great resource for knowledge and information. There are hundreds of videos dedicated to ESL learners that keep a steady pace and are all about expanding vocabulary and grammar. You don't have to limit yourself to ESL videos. As long as it's in English, if it's a topic you enjoy, you may find it useful. Try to find videos that have captions so you can read along. Many music videos have lyrics with them, making it easier to follow and keep up. Turn the captions on (if you have to) and tune into a popular English show or the news. Though you may not be able to catch most of what they're saying, the more you study, the more you'll understand and the more you'll be able to notice your progress. Podcasts are good sources, too. Keep in mind that when you're listening, each speaker has an accent. Some speakers will be easier to understand than others. If you're interested in American English, listen to American speakers. For British English, stick to European programs. People speak English all over the world and there are hundreds of variable accents. This is good news for you! Regardless of your accent (in general), most native speakers will be able to understand you. Since English comes in so many varieties, native speakers' ears are used to the differences.

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Присоединитесь к разговорной группе. Смотрите видео. Слушайте программы на английском языке.


If you have a computer or smartphone, you have many useful calorie-counting tools at your fingertips. Resources like the USDA’s Food Composition Database or WebMD’s Food Calorie Calculator archive the nutrition facts for virtually every food imaginable and make them easy to view with the touch of a button.  Non-packaged items, like fresh fruits and vegetables and prepared meals in restaurants, don’t give you the benefit of being able to review the relevant nutrition facts. An online calorie counter can come in handy when you want to know more about what’s in these foods. Some calorie counters only offer the number of calories and recommended serving sizes of the foods you look up. Others may also give you their macronutrient values. As an alternative to online tools, there are also traditional publications that document the nutritional value of common food items. Bring your guidebook with you when you eat out or go grocery shopping to get a sense of how various foods are being used in your body.  A few of the most popular food composition guides include “The Complete Book of Food Counts” by Corinne T. Netzer, “Nutritive Value of Foods,” by Susan E. Gebhardt, and the USDA’s “Handbook of the Nutritional Value of Foods in Common Units.” Some guidebooks even report the nutritional value of menu selections at well-known restaurants. If you’re ever wanted to know how many calories are in a Bloomin’ Onion from Outback Steakhouse, now’s your chance! Type in the name of the item or flip through your food composition guidebook until you find the correct listing. There, you’ll see the calorie count for the USDA recommended serving size, along with other info like the values of the major macronutrients and recommended daily values (DV).  Be sure to specify the exact serving size of the item you’re researching. Serving sizes are most often measured in cups, ounces, or grams.  The items in a food composition guide may be listed alphabetically or grouped into sections by category (such as fruits, vegetables, meats, bread...

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Быстро получить информацию о калорийности помогают онлайн-калькуляторы калорий и таблицы калорийности продуктов. Если вы отправляетесь в магазин или в кафе, возьмите с собой справочник пищевой ценности продуктов. Ищите в справочнике конкретный продукт или ингредиент. В блюдах домашнего приготовления калорийность каждого ингредиента определяется отдельно. Следует учесть, что разные виды одного и того же продукта могут иметь разную калорийность.


If you have a crush at school, work, or anywhere else, start by saying hello and introducing yourself to them. That way you can can talk and interact with them in the future without being a stranger.  Don’t try to play it cool and keep a distance from your crush. They may think it’s strange or that you don’t like them and they won’t want to talk to you. Keep it simple and say something like, “Hi! I’m Chris, I don’t think we’ve met before.” Small talk is a great way for you to start a conversation and to get both you and your crush used to talking to each other, which can make future conversations more likely to happen. Whenever you greet your crush, try some small talk to get them talking. Try making small comments about the weather. It may seem boring, but it’s likely to get a response from your crush. If you want to be able to talk to your crush, it helps if they remember you and if you’re pleasant whenever they see you. Flash a big smile and greet them anytime you run into them.  If you see your crush every morning at work or school, say something like, “Good morning, Kelly!” Read the situation whenever you greet them. For example, if your crush is coming inside from a big storm and seem frustrated, don’t be overly excited. Try saying something casual but caring like, “Hey, sucks out. You okay?” After you’ve introduced yourself and your crush knows you and has interacted with you, it’s okay to add them on social media. You can look through their social media to see if you have any mutual friends or common interests that you can use to talk to your crush about. Don’t add your crush if they don’t know you or you could creep them out and ruin your chances of talking to them.

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Назовите свое имя, чтобы представиться. Начните разговор на несерьезную тему, чтобы справиться с волнением. Приветствуйте человека при каждой встрече, чтобы он вас запомнил. Подпишитесь на человека в социальных сетях.


If you have a custom recovery such as CWM or TWRP already installed on your Android, you may be able to use the custom recovery's file manager to delete the files which maintain the Android lock screen, thus removing the password in the process. You cannot use this method if your Android doesn't already have a custom recovery installed. Press and hold the Power button, then tap Power off in the pop-up menu. This button combination will vary from Android to Android, but will usually involve holding down some combination of the Power button, the Home button, and/or the Volume button(s). Check your phone's documentation for the proper recovery combination if you don't know it.f You'll find this on the main custom recovery page. Check the box next to any folder location on your Android. Do not enable the "Mount system partition read-only" option if available. Tap the "Back" button, then do the following on a computer:  Click the AROMA download link. Wait for the ZIP folder to download. Connect your Android to your computer via a USB cable. If you're on a Mac, you'll first need to install Android File Transfer.  Place the ZIP folder in your Android's "Download" folder. This file manager will allow you to delete system files:  Open the Install menu. Open the Download folder. Select the AROMA file manager's ZIP folder. Swipe the "Install" slider right or select the Install option, then wait for a confirmation. To do so:  Open the data folder. Open the system folder. Scroll down to view the system files below the list of folders. Any files starting with "gatekeeper", "locksettings", and/or "lockscreen" pertain to your Android's lock screen, and thus must be deleted:  Long-press a file name to select it. Repeat with other lock screen file names. Tap the Menu button. Tap Delete  Confirm your choice if prompted. Return to the main custom recovery screen, then select the Reboot option. Once your Android finishes rebooting, you should be able to open your Android without needing to enter a password.

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Запомните, когда применять этот метод. Выключите устройство. Нажмите и удерживайте комбинацию кнопок, чтобы открыть меню восстановления. Откройте меню Mount (Монтирование). Активируйте все носители информации. Загрузите и перенесите файловый менеджер AROMA. Установите диспетчер файлов AROMA. Перейдите в папку с файлами, которые ответственны за блокировку экрана. Удалить файлы, которые ответственны за блокировку экрана. Перезагрузите устройство.


If you have a cut that isn't healing properly, MRSA may be the cause. Infections caused by MRSA don't necessarily look different from other types of infections. Here are the hallmarks of an MRSA infection:  A red, raised sore that looks like a spider bite A swollen and pus-filled cut A fluid-filled blister with a honey-colored crust An area of red, firm skin that is warm or hot to the touch Since MRSA is spread by skin contact, it's wise to get tested if you have been in contact with someone you know to have MRSA. This will include elderly individuals, those who are infected with HIV, or someone with cancer.

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Когда заподозрить МРЗС-инфекцию? Пройдите анализ на МРЗС, если вы контактировали с МРЗС-инфицированным. Пройдите тест, если ваш иммунитет ослаблен.


If you have a day off, do something special you don't normally get to do. Go to a museum, visit an out of the way restaurant, go apple picking, or visit a local landmark you've never seen. Opt for doing something new rather than buying something new. Experiences enrich your day in a way that purchases cannot. Think of someone who is going through a hard time, and offer to perform an act of kindness, such as giving them a ride, picking up their groceries, or mowing their lawn. Spend time with the creative work that brings you joy. You might bake, cook, sing, sew, dance, or write. Don't get hung up on making the perfect thing: let yourself play around and experiment. Drawing, doodling, and even coloring will make you feel happier. You can do these creative activities by hand or via apps. . Exercise makes you feel better. It eases depression and anxiety. Find a way of exercising that you enjoy, such as biking, taking a brisk walk, dancing, or swimming. Exercise will help you enjoy the rest of your day. Being in natural spaces also makes you feel good. Take some time to walk outside. Try taking a hike, walking near a body of water, or strolling through a park or garden.

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Если у вас есть возможность, организуйте экскурсию. Помогите человеку, которого любите. Проводите время творчески, занимаясь чем-нибудь интересным. Занимайтесь физическими упражнениями.


If you have a decent camera and know how to compose an image, try taking stock photos and selling them online. They don’t usually make much per sale, but remember that you're also developing a useful skill and a relaxing hobby.  Plus, if you put a lot of time and practice into it, you can actually end up making quite a round sum of money. There are a number of stock photo agencies that purchase photos online, so don’t give up if you’re rejected from the first place you go.  Companies like Shutterstock, Dreamstime, and iStock are some of the biggest buyers, but you could also check out boutique agencies once you get good. If you have a smartphone, you can find a number of apps that hook you up with local businesses or people who need small tasks done for paid compensation.  Not all the tasks pay very well, but they’re usually easy—for example, a business or marketing research company might pay you to take a picture of yourself at a certain establishment—and you can look at it like a kind of adventure or scavenger hunt. GigWalk, WeReward, and CheckPoints are some examples of this kind of app, but there are many more out there, so browse around and experiment with different ones!  Just make sure that the program accepts teens before signing up. Marketing research is very important for big businesses, and paid survey sites are one of the many ways firms complete this research.  Most of the surveys are quick and painless, and you can do them from the comfort of your own home.  Take some time to search for a reliable site—or sites—that doesn’t require a registration fee and accepts teen participants.  Filling out surveys isn’t the most lucrative online earner—the average wage surveys is $7.00-$8.00 an hour but it’s easy and stable work. You can also participate in paid marketing research focus groups.  Unlike online surveys, these focus groups meet in person and pay between $50.00 and $150.00 an hour.  Websites like SwagBucks, SurveyJunkie, or SurveySavvy offer money per survey, rather than after a set amount. The...

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Продавайте фотографии. Используйте мобильные приложения для поиска поручений. Проводите опросы онлайн. Создайте свой канал на YouTube. Участвуйте в местных исследованиях.


If you have a dehumidifier, the conditions of the air around the machine are ideal for quickly air drying mint. Turn the dehumidifier on and run it as you usually would. A dehumidifier removes moisture from the air, so the air around the machine is usually quite dry. This is good since mint drying in moist conditions can develop mold. Spread the mint leaves out on a cooling rack used for cakes or cookies. Keep the leaves in a single layer and avoid overlapping them as much as possible. A cooling rack is ideal since air can circulate from the bottom of the rack as well as the top. This is another feature that discourages mold. Place the rack of mint in front of the dehumidifier, directly in front of the spot on the machine where the air feels the warmest and driest. Leave the mint here for a day or two, until dried.  The leaves should curl up and feel crisp, but they should still be fairly green. You can usually tell which spot on the dehumidifier is warmest simply by feeling around the machine with your hand.

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Запустите осушитель. Положите мяту на стойку для охлаждения тортов. Просушите мяту осушителем.


If you have a diet devoid of essential nutrients, it shows in the volume and texture of your hair. Thick, voluminous hair depends on a healthy diet filled with vitamins and minerals that cause your hair to grow strong.  Get plenty of protein. Protein makes hair thick and shiny. Make sure you're getting enough in your diet by eating a lot of fish, lean meat, nuts, and eggs.  Eat omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fatty acids promote hair growth. Eat sardines, walnuts, avocados, and pumpkin seeds. Eat spinach and other leafy greens to get enough vitamin C. Take vitamins. Prenatal vitamins, especially, contain ingredients that help thicken your hair. Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. Everyday activities you don't think about may be causing your hair to become brittle and thin. Take the following measures to protect your hair from outside factors:  Keep it out of the sun. Direct sunlight can damage your hair just like it can damage your skin. If you're out in the sun a lot, start wearing a hat or a scarf to keep your hair safe. Protect it from pollution. Do you have a morning commute that involves walking near heavy traffic? Pollution from cars, buses and other automobiles can cause your hair to dry out. Consider wearing a hat when you're in areas with traffic. Don't expose it to chlorine or salt water. Chlorine in swimming pools and salt water in the ocean are a common cause of dry, damaged hair. Over time it can cause your hair to become thinner. Wear a swim cap in the pool. Rinse your hair before exposing to chlorine or salt water. When you don't wear a cap, be sure to wash out the chlorine as soon as you get out of the pool. Stress from work, family issues and any number of factors can take a physical toll that manifests as hair loss. Becoming aware of this problem can help you figure out how to eliminate the problem that might be causing your hair to thin.  If possible, remove the stress from your life or deal with it using healthy methods like meditation, exercise and getting plenty of sleep. Knowing...

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Потребляйте питательную пищу. Защитите ваши волосы от негативного воздействия окружающей среды. Не подвергайте себя стрессу.


If you have a down or memory foam pillow, do not ignore the warnings printed on the label, as the materials in these pillows are not water safe. Instead, use spot treatments alone. If this is the case, you can treat stains using a paste of baking soda and water, or spray vinegar to eliminate odor. Because you cannot use a washer, get creative with your pillow whitening. Set yellowed down or microfiber pillows in a sunny window to lighten them, apply bleach or vinegar using a small toothbrush, or apply baking soda to the pillow to soak up dampness and odor. Squeeze your pillow 3-7 times, allowing the detergent to work its way through all of the material, then rinse under cool water and squeeze to dry. Do not wring your pillow, as this can damage the memory foam and tear the netting holding the foam in place.

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Придерживайтесь инструкций по уходу. Оставьте подушки на солнце. Положите подушки из микрофибры в таз с теплой водой и мягким моющим средством.


If you have a fallback, you're going to use it – point blank. So that boring data entry job you have? Don't fall in love with it. Don't type your life away, spending 60 hours a week inputting numbers and zapping you of any energy you have to go out and pursue what you actually want to pursue. This needs to be your only option, otherwise you might back out. There's a phrase when it comes to Hollywood: “If you can do anything else, do it.” The ones that make it in Hollywood never see themselves doing anything else. This has to be your future. Nothing else is possible. Whether you want to act, write, sing, film, or dance, take classes. True talent is all well and good, but you need skill. You need to meet people and work with similar ways of thinking. You need to learn from others and have challenges set in front of you with deadlines. You need to find out if this is something you're actually good at and enjoy. Take a look at the courses offered at your local community college or university. You can also consider classes at adult schools, community centers, or online. And if money is a big issue,you may have to be your own teacher. Take advantage of today's technology and get yourself out there and potentially seen. Whether it's a film you wrote, directed, and filmed or a video of a dance you choreographed, get it in public for the world to see. You never know – you may be discovered. Need proof that the Internet can be all you need? Talk to Kate Upton, Justin Bieber, Bo Burnham, Kim Kardashian, or Carly Rae Jepsen. They were all discovered on the Internet, and that's just the names of people you can count on one hand. Do you have a friend who's in an acting class that needs to create an audition tape? Offer to film it for them. Does a local high school need a choreographer for their musical? Take it. It doesn't matter how small the opportunity is – if it's slightly related to what you want to do, grab it and don't let go. It's a step in the right direction. There's only one thing to consider: don't let it keep...

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Избавьтесь от плана А. Запишитесь на курсы. Выложите свои достижения в интернете. Получите различный опыт. Ищите возможности.


If you have a favorite joke that never fails to make people laugh, try texting that to the person in question. If you aren't sure what to send, run an internet search using keywords like "funny jokes you can text" or "text humor." Look for jokes about things they like, such as animals or movies, or that mesh with their favorite type of humor, like puns. There are no shortage of hilarious memes out there! You can Google something general like "memes to make your friends laugh" and scroll through the results. If you know the person really loves something in particular, try zeroing in on that specifically.  For example, if the person is a huge Game of Thrones fan, run a Google image search to find related memes that will surely crack them up. Use one of the many meme generators online, like the Laughing Goat generator, to create something unique and specific.  You can also create a meme yourself and send that to them. Snap a picture of yourself making a ridiculous face or create a brief video of yourself reciting a silly monologue and text that to them. If you want to get more creative, experiment with Snapchat filters. You can also check out free image editor apps, like Make Me Bald and LOL Booth FX, that can help you generate something hilarious. Try out one of the many apps that allow you to turn yourself into an emoji, and then text them a few silly versions of yourself. There are some really funny GIFs out there! Try searching GIF libraries for something that relates to their situation. Or search for GIFs that showcase their favorite characters from TV shows and movies.  A great library for GIFs is GIPHY. Find the app in your phone’s app store, download it, and then attach the GIFs directly to text messages. If you don't want to download the app, check out their user-friendly mobile website.  You can also make your very own GIF. GIPHY offers this feature, or you can try another app to create a custom GIF. This silly texting game can be distracting and a lot of fun! Shoot them a text letting them know that...

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Отправьте человеку хорошую шутку. Отправьте другу забавный мем. Отправьте какое-нибудь смешное видео или фото со своим участием. Найдите или создайте GIF- файл, чтобы наверняка поразить своего друга! Бросьте другу вызов, предложив ему сыграть в "эмодзи". Заставьте друга улыбнуться, отправив ему забавную электронную открытку.


If you have a final coming up or a paper that's due soon, it's a good idea to take a look back at the work you've already done for the class. This will help you identify your weaknesses, so you can work on improving them.  If you look back at your old exams and you still don't understand why you got the questions wrong, be sure to consult your book or ask your teacher for a more detailed explanation. Consider asking your teacher what she thinks you should do to get a better grade on your next assignment. She may have more advice for you than what she wrote on your last paper. If you really want a good grade on your final, you're going to have to commit yourself to studying. Be sure to set enough time to go over all of your material in detail, and don't procrastinate. It may feel difficult right now, but final exams are often worth 15-20% of your final class grade. Study hard now and the payoff will be well worth it.  Start studying well in advance so you don't have to cram and you have plenty of time to take breaks. You will be much less stressed and much better able to learn if you allow yourself to get up and stretch or take a walk every half hour or so. Make sure you know what kind of learner you are. Some people learn better from reading and writing (visual learners), while others learn better from listening and speaking (auditory learners). Also, some people benefit from studying with groups, while others do not. If you know which methods work best for you, you will be much more successful. Having a dedicated space for studying that is well-organized and free of distractions is very helpful. If you don't have anyplace to study at home, consider staying after school or going to your local library. If you have a study hall, use it for studying and completing homework assignments instead of socializing. This extra hour of work can make a big difference in your grades. In order to have the best chance getting good grades, it is essential that you understand how you will be graded and how much each assignment...

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Просмотрите выполненную работу. Улучшайте свои учебные привычки. Изучите систему оценок. Заблаговременно начинайте работу над крупными проектами. Обращайтесь за помощью.


If you have a flair for writing and your grammar is top-shelf, be active in your school's newspaper – or any other writing program they have, for that matter. The sooner your resume starts beefing up, the better. Even if you're writing the school lunch menu, it counts. Looking for a job in high school? Get a job at a local newspaper, even if it is sorting out their mail. When you come back home for summers, you may be looking at a promotion to something more along the lines of what you're looking for, and it'll be easy to sink into. Plenty of journalists don't have journalism degrees – if you're naturally a good writer, you've got the hard part covered. But it does make everything a bit easier, so do consider getting an undergrad in journalism...but also something else. Something else a bit more tangible (your parents might call it “practical”). This way when you write, you have an area of expertise you can actually write about.  Anything is good, but studying technology is probably best. If you know HTML, CSS, Photoshop, Javascript, and everything in between, you won't have to stay in print media (which is, to be frank, a dying art). Computer science and related fields will give you a leg up into digital media.  Landing an awesome journalism gig is hard. What's more, if you have a double major, you have a back up should you need it. Consider getting a minor instead, if a double major is for some reason unfeasible. One of the greatest things about college is that there are so many opportunities. If you're not jiving with your campus newspaper, there's half a dozen other resources you can be a part of. Get your hands on something in line with your interests. It doesn't have to be perfect now; it just has to be a start. There are likely groups that you don't even realize could give you writing and reporting opportunities. Many groups have newsletters and publicity people whose job is to get the name of the organization out there. That could be you. Truth be told, going to college and majoring in journalism...

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Продвигайте газету в вашей старшей школе. Поступайте, если возможно, в колледж с двойной специализацией. Поработайте в газете, радиостанции или других средствах массовой информации вашего студенческого городка. Сделайте перерыв на год, если хотите. Рассмотрите получение диплома магистра или аспиранта в журналистике.


If you have a friend or family member who has just become blind, the person may be struggling and frightened. They are probably spending a lot of time with doctors and therapists to make different life transitions. It's difficult to know what to say, but many blind people lead full, wonderful lives, with a rich school or work life and normal relationships.  If the person shares that they would like to talk about being blind, be an empathetic listener. Learn about the best ways to assist a loved one who's blind, from helping the person develop a new organizational system to arranging the house in a way that's more accessible. Joining organizations for blind people is an essential way to make the transition from sighted to blind. It helps to talk with other people who have been through the same thing and who have a lot to teach what changes to make. Here are a few organizations devoted to helping blind people lead full and active lives:  The National Federation for the Blind  American Council of the Blind  State-based organizations, which can be found here: http://www.blind.net/resources/organizations/organizations-for-the-blind.html Living life as a blind person has been made much easier due to modern inventions, policies and laws geared toward facilitating blind people's needs. If you know someone who is newly blind, help them find resources that will give him or her access to everything from equipment designed to help people read online to Social Security benefits to counseling, and so on. Help the person you know look into the following:  Workplace rehabilitation Social Security benefits Laws (for example, only the blind may walk with a white cane) Products and aids for reading and navigation Acquiring a guide dog

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Постарайтесь убедить человека, что слепота – это еще не конец света. Сообщите человеку об организациях для слепых. Обсудите источники и права.


If you have a friend or family member who is distressed about unfinished business with someone who has passed away, offer to use your abilities to help him or her.  During the séance or trance period, note that as a medium you should not ask too many questions of the person you are helping. A good medium never asks the client to tell them the name of the deceased or any details; otherwise, it is not a valid reading. It is up to you to validate the deceased loved one's name, occupation in life, birth date, physical description, how they passed, and so on. Remember that doing a psychic reading is a big responsibility. It can be a very emotional process for all parties involved. It is possible to have a very successful career as a psychic medium once you're confident in your abilities. Build a website to advertise your services. Set up a room in your house or rent a space to be used for the purpose of holding sessions with clients.  Be sure to incorporate your small business according to the laws where you live. Talk to other mediums about the business models that have worked for them, including how much they charge for each reading. Participate in psychic fairs and conferences. Print business cards and pass them out at psychic fairs and conferences, or sign up to set up your own table.

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Предложите кому-то провести спиритический сеанс – вступить в контакт с их близкими людьми. Вы можете открыть свой бизнес и сделать карьеру как экстрасенс.


If you have a friend or loved one who is dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, it's important to recognize that she is going through a very difficult time. Be sure to call or visit her frequently to see how she is doing and find out if she needs your help and support. Be aware if she seems to be isolating herself from others. If she is, encourage her to spend time with you and other supportive loved ones. Consider inviting her to participate in a fun activity to get her mind off of her troubles for a little while. If you are very close to a woman who is dealing with an unexpected pregnancy, it might really help if you let her know how you would be willing to help her out if she decides to parent her child. When she seems ready, have a conversation with her about the contributions you would be willing to make.  If you are the father of the child, talk about your plans for the future. Share your opinions on the pregnancy and allow her to share hers as well. If you live with the woman, talk about living arrangements and child care options. Don't pressure her to make a decision. Instead just tell her you want to talk about these things so that she has all of the information she needs. If the woman is undecided on what to do about her pregnancy, encourage her to get as much information as possible and speak to a counselor. Talking to an unbiased expert can really help her make the best decision for her.  If she needs help finding resources, help her. She may even want someone to visit the counselor with her for emotional support. No matter what your views are on abortion, it's important to refer your loved one to a counseling center that will inform her about all of her options and not try to influence her decision based on their own beliefs. You probably want to help your loved one deal with this situation in any way you can. While your instincts are good, it's best to ask her how you can help first. This will ensure that she does not feel intruded upon or pressured.  If she is not interested in hearing other...

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Интересуйтесь делами беременной женщины. Предложите свою помощь. Предложите женщине помощь консультанта. Прислушивайтесь к просьбам. Не осуждайте женщину.


If you have a friend who has similar values, go places together. You can keep each other in check as well as look out for one another. Back each other up and support each other in making good decisions. For example, if your friend is having a hard time saying no, chime in and say, “We’re just leaving now and going to the mall.” If you’re struggling with peer pressure, talk to someone you trust. Your friend might have some advice for how they handle peer pressure that you could use. They can also help support you in handling peer pressure in the future. It’s okay to admit you’re struggling, and they will most likely want to help you. For example, try saying, “Ryan wants to cheat off of my homework but I don’t want to cheat. How do you handle these situations?” . Your parents generally want to support you and help you succeed. If you’re struggling with peer pressure, turn to them for help. They might have some ideas for how to handle it. If nothing else, ask them to listen and understand your experience.  They can at least give you a hug and tell you that they love you. Though it might be awkward or difficult to talk with them, think how much worse it would be to talk to them about how you followed your friends and got into serious trouble. You can find a therapist by contacting (or having your parents contact) a local mental health clinic or your insurance provider. You can also get a recommendation from your physician or a friend.  A therapist can help you learn to express your feelings better and build your confidence.  Therapists are there to listen to you and offer advice. You can say anything you want without fear of judgement. Sometimes, a therapist just isn't a good match. If you don't feel comfortable around them or aren't making progress, don't be afraid to try a new therapist.

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Попросите друга о помощи. Поговорите с надежным другом. Поговорите с родителями Обратитесь за помощью к психологу или психотерапевту.


If you have a fungal infection in your finger or toenails, work on taking steps to treat that infection. Recognize the signs of a fungal infection and treat is as needed. Nail fungus usually appears as white or yellow spots just under the tips of your finger or toenail.  Mild nail fungus may not require treatment, especially if the conditions is not bothering you. However, if your nails have hardened due to fungus, and are causing your pain, medication may help. See a dermatologist if nail fungus is bothering you. Depending on the severity of your infection, and your medical history, your dermatologist may prescribed oral anti-fungal medications, medicated nail polish, or medicated cream. In rare cases, nail removal may be necessary. Melanoma is a form of skin cancer. In rare cases, melanoma can be detected under a fingernail. As with any cancer, the earlier you detect melanoma the better your chances of survival. Watch for dark colored streaks under your finger or toenails that increase in size over time. Have these kinds of discolorations evaluated by a dermatologist. The color and texture of your nails can indicate underlying health problems. Keep an eye on your nail color. If you notice unusual colors or changes in colors, you may want to see a doctor or dermatologist for evaluation.  Rough nails with ridges, nails with side-to-side lines, and nails with white streaks or spots may be a sign of kidney disease. An early sign of arthritis may be cysts near your cuticles. Psoriasis, a skin conditions characterized by scaly red patches on the body, can show up around your nails. Watch for nicks or pits on your nails, black lines, redness, or white patches. Keep in mind nail changes are rarely the first sign of an underlying medical condition. If you have other physical symptoms combined with changes in your nails, make an appointment with your doctor for evaluation.

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Распознавайте и вовремя лечите грибковые инфекции. Следите за признаками меланомы. Обращайте внимание на изменения внешнего вида ногтей.


If you have a garage, it’s the best place for your car during a hail storm. Make sure you have enough space to fit your car (or more than one) in your garage – you might have to do a quick clean job if a storm is coming. Make sure you get your car parked before the storm hits. If a storm is coming, you can park your car in a nearby covered lot. Some malls or shopping areas have covered parking or garages. You can ask someone to follow you in their car so they can bring you home after you’ve parked your car safely.

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Припаркуйтесь в гараже. Если у вас есть время, оставьте автомобиль на крытой стоянке.


If you have a general idea of what you want or would like to achieve, it can be tempting to simply start working towards it. But, if you don't have clearly defined goals, you might find yourself working or drifting towards a vague goal or a goal that has changed. Defining a goal can prevent wasted time or energy. It may actually motivate you to accomplish goals.  For example, an employee may not feel like starting a vague assignment that has no clear structure or guidelines. But, employees are more motivated to work when they're given clear goals and feedback.  Examples of vague or general goals include: "I want to be happy," "I want to be successful," and "I want to be a good person." This is vital to understanding what you really are trying to achieve. Define any general or vague terms. For example, if you stated that you want to be successful, you must define what success means to you. While it may mean making lots of money to some people, others may consider it to mean raising healthy, confident children. Defining general terms and goals will help you start to see yourself as the person or quality you're defining. For instance, if you see success as meaning professional success, you may create goals to get professional training and launch a career. It's normal to think you want something without really questioning why you want it. But, sometimes you may decide that those goals don't actually match the dreams and desires in your life. A good example of this stems from social perceptions and ideas. Many children might say they want to be doctors or firefighters when they grow up, not really understanding what it means or discovering later that those goals have changed.  Ask yourself if your goals have been influenced by people around you, like the expectations of parents or significant others or by social pressure from peers or the media. Your goals should be something you want to do for you, not someone else. Are you trying to achieve or do something to prove someone wrong? While the "right" reasons are...

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Определитесь, чего вы хотите. Придерживайтесь конкретики. Подумайте, действительно ли вы этого хотите. Каковы ваши мотивы? Ставьте перед собой реалистичные цели.


If you have a hard time balancing your work life and your personal life, it may seem impossible to add in time to reflect. However, reflection can take place anywhere at any time. Some mental health experts recommend taking time during daily tasks and errands to reflect, if you cannot commit to a longer period of reflection. The key is identifying little "pockets" of time that are otherwise wasted everyday, and dedicating that time to reflect, no matter how short the time span may be.  Reflect in bed, either right before getting up after your alarm has gone off, or right before you fall asleep when you're lying down for the night. It can be an invaluable time to prepare yourself for the day ahead (in the morning), or to process the events of the day (in the evening).  Reflect in the shower. It's an ideal time for reflection, as it may be one of the few chances for real solitude in your day. Being in the shower is also emotionally comforting for many people, which may make it easier to reflect on upsetting or unpleasant events and memories.  Make the most of your commute. If you drive to work and find yourself stuck in traffic, take a few minutes to turn off the radio and reflect on anything that has been troubling you or making you anxious. If you take public transportation, put down your book or headphones for a few minutes and let yourself reflect on the day ahead or the day you're coming home from. . It may be easier said than done, but one of the biggest factors in taking time to reflect should be stillness and, if possible, solitude. Let yourself  Relax, sit and breathe mindfully, and try to block out any surrounding distractions. That may be as simple as turning off the television, or as difficult as blocking out a cacophony of sound and chaos. Whatever your surroundings may be, allow yourself time to be still and alone, even if you can only be alone with your thoughts and not physically alone. Studies show that taking time to be still can have positive effects on your health and energy levels, and may...

TL;DR in Russian:

Найдите время на раздумья. Будьте спокойны. Размышляйте о себе и своем опыте.


If you have a hard time forgetting about the humiliating experience, use techniques like attention shifting, relaxation, and repeated exposure to help you move past the memory. Attention shifting is where you use a particular phrase or action to help you deal with the memory, such as thinking "this is just one experience in my entire life" whenever it comes up. Attention shifting has been shown to help reduce anxiety in situations, because it allows you to freely choose what you pay attention to, rather than being compelled to focus on negative thoughts and feelings. Whenever the humiliating memory pops up, say to yourself, "everyone feels humiliated at some point in their life. I know I can recover from this experience." Progressive muscle relaxation is where you tense and then relax your muscles one area at a time. Start with your toes, curling them downward. Do this for a couple seconds and release. Next, tense your foot and lower leg. Keep doing this, moving up your body all the way to your forehead.  You can try other methods as well, such as guided imagery. Picture one of your favorite places to be when the humiliating experience starts to bother you. This could be your living room with candles lit, a football field, or a sunny beach.  Keeping yourself relaxed will reduce the likelihood that you dwell on the humiliating experience. It will also help you process and cope with the humiliating experience when it does come up in your memory. Usually, this memory will show up with a lot of anxiety. Relaxation techniques will help you reduce this anxiety and extinguish the memory. Repeated exposure is a technique for exposing yourself to situations so that you gradually begin to realize they aren't that dangerous. You can do this with the humiliating experience, for example, if it happened on a stage at your school, or in a specific room of your house. Spend time in these places and let the panic or discomfort subside. This kind of exposure therapy requires that you spend enough time in the stressful...

TL;DR in Russian:

Исследуйте методы самопомощи из когнитивно-поведенческой терапии. Используйте переключение внимания, чтобы перестроить свои эмоциональные реакции. Экспериментируйте с техниками расслабления, чтобы позволить себе отпустить чувства. Попробуйте технику погружения.


If you have a hard time remembering appointments or your to-do list, write them down! Use one thing to track everything go on in your life, whether it’s a calendar app, a paper planner, or just a plain notebook. Refer to it often and check things off as you complete them. If this is a digital notebook or app, having a backup copy somewhere would be a very good idea. If you find you can’t remember where you left objects you need every day, assign a place for them. When you first assign everything its place, write them down. That way you’ll have a list you can refer to until you get accustomed to where everything is. For example, you could:  Install a hook by the door for your keys. Always leave your cell phone and wallet on your desk. Keep your checkbook in a drawer in the kitchen. Everyone has things they need to do every day. Turn yours into a routine, where you do your daily tasks in the same order, at the same time, every single day. Eventually, the routine will become second nature and you won’t have to worry about forgetting to do something. While you’re getting used to your routine, schedule it in a planner or notebook every day. Note what time you’ll get up, make coffee, brush your teeth, make dinner, clean dishes, and get ready for bed. Short-term memory loss might make you feel embarrassed, but most people won’t mind repeating themselves if you ask. This way, you know that you won’t have to remember things, and some of the pressure will be taken off of you. You can say something like, “please forgive me if I’ve already asked you this. But would you mind reminding me where the room is for the conference?” This is a great tool for everybody to master, not just for people who suffer from short-term memory loss. Mnemonics is the technique of attaching a word, phrase, or image to an object. This skill can be very powerful, and the memorization will stick in your brain like super glue.  Perhaps you've never heard of mnemonics, but ask yourself: "Self, how many days are in September?" Chances are, the first...

TL;DR in Russian:

Начните все записывать. Раскладывайте все по местам. Придерживайтесь заведенного порядка. Просите людей повторять сказанное. Используйте мнемонические приемы. Разделяйте информацию на «фрагменты».


If you have a hardwood floor (lucky you) a small throw rug next to the bed should be the only floor covering you need. Keeping the floor bare makes a room seem more spacious, while covering a floor with small rugs dissects it and makes it look cluttered. Plus, you'll avoid the expense of buying extra floor coverings.  If you have carpeting, avoid breaking it up with smaller throw rugs. Keep the floor clear of random objects like bean bag chairs, piles of clothing, and other odds and ends. Investing in a few good-quality mirrors is a great idea when you're working with limited space. Mirrors really do trick the eye into thinking a space is larger than it is. Install sturdy shelves on the wall and use it for the books or trinkets you want to display. You'll free up a lot of floor space by getting rid of your bookcase. You may love your collection of vintage cuckoo clocks, but chances are they're taking up too much space in your little bedroom. Choose your favorite items to display and put the rest in storage. You can rotate them out after a few months to keep things fresh and interesting. Plants are an inexpensive way to add a beautiful decorative touch to a room, and they don't have to take up too much space. Go to your local nursery and pick out a few plants small enough to display on your windowsill or a shelf.  You could also consider installing a hook in the ceiling and buying a hanging plant to place near a window. Succulents, such as air plants, require very little upkeep. You can hang them up or display them on a shelf in pretty glass containers; just spray them with water once a week to keep them green and healthy.

TL;DR in Russian:

По возможности, не закрывайте ничем пол. Зеркала. Книжные полки вместо шкафа. Поменьше побрякушек! Найдите место для растения-другого.


If you have a history of severe allergic reactions to bee stings and carry an epinephrine auto injector, known as EpiPen, use it immediately. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, get emergency medical attention:  Dizziness or faintness Difficulty breathing Swollen tongue Hives Use the edge of a credit card, your fingernail, or a blunt knife to scrape over the stinger, which looks like a small black dot. Scraping across will actually pull the stinger out and to the side. Scraping across the stinger prevents the venom sack from releasing more venom down into the sting. If you don't want to scrape the stinger, take sharp tweezers or use your fingernails and carefully pull the stinger directly out. Take care not to squeeze the exposed end of the stinger, or you'll release more venom into your skin. Some argue that you shouldn't use tweezers, because it can release more venom. However, the amount of venom released shouldn't matter if you remove the stinger quickly. The site of the sting will become inflamed and start to swell. Applying ice will numb any pain and keep the swelling down. If you were stung on your leg or arm, elevate the limb.

TL;DR in Russian:

Позвоните в скорую помощь, если у вас возникли симптомы тяжелой аллергической реакции. Проведите по жалу каким-либо предметом плоским краем. Пинцетом вытащите жало из кожи. Приложите холодный компресс.


If you have a hookworm infection, the first symptom you will notice is generally that your skin is itchier than normal. The itching begins with the hookworm larvae enter your skin. You may also notice the skin swelling and becoming red in the area where the itching sensation is the worst. This is also caused by the larvae entering your skin. People commonly feel hookworm itch in their hands and feet. When the hookworm enters your intestines, it can aggravate your intestines, leading to nausea and diarrhea. The hookworm can also release toxins that disrupt your digestive system. The nausea may occur with or without vomiting. Look for blood in your stool. The blood could be red or black. Hookworms can cause your colon to become inflamed. They can also irritate the lining of your intestine, which is comprised of the colon, cecum and rectum. When this occurs you might experience cramps in your abdomen. This symptom only occurs in severe hookworm infections. Hookworms feed directly on their hosts blood, which can lead to their host becoming iron deficient. Signs that you are iron deficient include:  Extreme fatigue and overall weakness. Pale skin and eyes. Chest pain and headache. Shortness of breath.

TL;DR in Russian:

Обратите внимание на зуд и сыпь на коже. Обратите внимание на тошноту и диарею. Обратите внимание на спазмы. Обратите внимание на внезапный дефицит железа в организме.


If you have a laptop, the USB ports are probably on the left or right side of the housing. Desktop users may find the USB ports on the back or the front of the desktop tower, though iMacs have the USB ports on the back of the monitor itself. There are two main types of USB ports found on modern computers:   USB 3.0 — A thin, rectangular slot that's about 3/4 of an inch (a little under two centimeters) wide. You should see a chunk of plastic in the upper half of this slot. USB 3.0 slots are found on the majority of Windows computers and on most Mac computers manufactured prior to 2016.  USB-C — A thin, oval slot that's about 1/2 of an inch (a little over a centimeter) wide. These are most commonly found on MacBook and MacBook Pro computers, though some Windows laptops also have USB-C ports. If your computer has both types of port, you're free to use whichever port you like depending on your USB flash drive type. Look at the metal connector end of your flash drive:  If the connector is rectangular and has a piece of plastic taking up part of the connector, you have a USB 3.0 flash drive. If the connector is oval and has no piece of plastic inside of it, you have a USB-C flash drive. If the flash drive that you want to use is a USB 3.0 version but your computer uses USB-C ports, you'll need to buy a USB-C adapter and plug it into the USB-C port on your computer. This is most common on MacBooks and MacBook Pros from 2016 and up, though some Windows computers also have only USB-C ports. If you're using a USB 3.0 flash drive, make sure that the plastic piece in the flash drive's connector is at the bottom of the flash drive so as to slide under the piece of plastic that's at the top of the USB 3.0 port.  USB-C flash drives can be inserted either way. If you're using a USB-C adapter, you'll plug your USB flash drive into a USB 3.9 slot in the adapter instead.

TL;DR in Russian:

Найдите USB-порт на компьютере. Определите тип USB-порта компьютера. Определите тип флеш-накопителя. Купите и подключите адаптер (если нужно). Подключите флеш-накопитель к компьютеру.


If you have a large enough press, you might be able to fit multiple cloves in at once. The force it takes to crush more cloves will be greater than the strength you will need to crush a single clove, however. Use a bowl with a large enough opening to catch the garlic that falls out of the press. Bring the handles together as firmly and tightly as possible. You should be left with garlic "mush" inside the bowl. If you sense yourself getting tired, you may want to consider taking a break. Otherwise, you could end up with garlic mush that is not as well-pressed as it should be.

TL;DR in Russian:

Положите один зубчик чеснока в пресс для чеснока. Держите пресс над стеклянной миской. С помощью обеих рук, раздавите чеснок прессом. Повторите процедуру для оставшихся зубчиков чеснока.


If you have a large garden, you can even keep the arch there after the wedding as a permanent feature. If the decorations on the arch don't fit your garden's design, you can replace them with trailing plants or vegetables.  You can buy a wedding arch from stores that specialize in wedding decorations. You can also find them online. You can buy a wooden trellis that is large enough for what you envision. They are also an option for those who don't have a lot of room in their homes or gardens to store the arch after the wedding. You can typically rent them from the same places that you rent tables and chairs for events.  How far in advance you rent the arch depends on the place you are renting it from. Most places will rent it for the same length of time as the tables and chairs. How much the arch costs depends on the rental company, how plain or fancy it is, and how long you are renting it for. Some places will already have an arch that you can decorate. Keep in mind that the decorations cannot be permanent. For example, you would not be able to paint the arch or glue items to it. Some venues may also charge you extra for using their arch. if you're feeling crafty. This project can get expensive, depending on what materials you use. It can also take a long time, so it would be a good idea to start early. The arch can be as fancy or as simple as you want it to be. A basic, wooden trellis-like design would fit most wedding themes, however.  Bamboo sticks are great for a delicate-looking lightweight arch. You can buy them in garden supply shops and craft stores. Tree branches are great for a rustic arch. They are free if you can find them in your garden or a forest. The last thing you want on your big day is for the arch to topple over because someone bumped into it or a strong, unexpected gust of wind blew it over. If your arch did not come with some sort of anchor, you will need to buy or make one yourself. A metal bucket filled with rocks, gravel, or sand will offer you plenty of support.  Place each of the...

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Если позволяет бюджет, приобретите арку. Если вы ограничены в средствах, возьмите свадебную арку в аренду. Если у вас совсем мало средств, проверьте место проведения торжества. Самостоятельно сконструируйте арку, если у вас умелые руки. Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы арка была надежно закреплена на своем месте.


If you have a large scratch that is covered by  your warranty, your best option may be to exchange the TV for a new one. Proceeding to try to repair the scratch yourself may cause further damage that is not covered under your warranty. This is the safest method for removing a scratch from your screen. Repair kits are available for purchase where TVs are sold. Coat a cotton ball in petroleum jelly and dab it over the scratch. Buy clear lacquer and spray a small amount directly over the scratch. Allow it to dry.

TL;DR in Russian:

Проверьте гарантию. Используйте комплект для восстановления царапин. Используйте вазелин. Используйте лак.


If you have a larger budget, consider purchasing an automotive glass cleaner. These cleaners are more expensive but will generally give you better results. Standard glass cleaners such as Windex or a foaming glass cleaner such as ZEP will also work well. Finally, some people create their own cleaners by using a water and vinegar mixture or simply rubbing pure ammonia on their windshield.  Ammonia is an excellent glass cleaner. However, it can easily damage the paint, upholstery, and carpet in your car. Be careful of drips when using it as a cleaner.  To make your own water-vinegar cleaner, mix one part hot water with one part vinegar in a spray bottle. Shake well. First, mist a thin layer of the cleaner onto the windshield. If you can’t reach your entire windshield at once just clean half of it at a time. Using a new, clean microfiber towel, wipe the windshield clean in a horizontal back and forth motion. Gently lift the windshield wipers out from the car to clean the glass underneath them.  If you’re using ammonia to clean your windows, pour a small amount of ammonia on the microfiber cloth before wiping the windshield. Remember to wear gloves when handling ammonia. If you don’t have microfiber cloths, newspaper can be used instead. If you don’t have microfiber towels consider using a squeegee instead. Mist a thin layer of your cleaner on your windshield. Use the spongy side of the squeegee to scrub the dirt and grease off your windshield. Once the entire window is soapy, turn the squeegee over. Run the rubbery part of the squeegee across the glass in sections, pressing gently to remove all of the soapy liquid.  When using a squeegee, you can skip the cleaner and fill a bucket with dish soap and warm water. Dip the squeegee in the bucket and clean the windows. Keep a paper towel on hand to dry the rubber side of the squeegee in between strokes. Use a fresh, clean microfiber cloth. If you use a dirty or washed cloth you risk scratching the glass of your windshield. Dry the glass using smooth, circular...

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Выберите средство для очистки стекол. Вымойте лобовое стекло. Вымойте стекло резиновым скребком. Высушите лобовое стекло. Очистите лобовое стекло изнутри. Во время езды используйте жидкость для стеклоомывателя.


If you have a lawn that you'd like to make Halloween-ready, there are many creepy things you can do to decorate the outside of your home. The lawn sets the tone for the rest of the home, so if it's spooky enough, it'll make people even curious to see what you have in store up-close. Here are some easy ways to decorate your lawn:  Old crunchy fall leaves should cover the ground. If there haven't been many fallen leaves, you should avoid raking your lawn during the days leading up to Halloween to make the most of what you have. Take an old pair of boots and have them emerging out of a big pile of leaves or dirt. This will make it look like there's a dead body on your lawn! Stick tombstones out of the ground. Remember that Halloween is all about things being old, dingy, and falling-apart, so your lawn does not have to be perfectly arranged. Have a tombstone here, a tombstone there, and another tombstone that is completely crooked or falling over. If you have trees, cover them with spider webs. Bonus points if you can stick some creepy-crawly critters in them, or if you can add a stuffed owl or raven to a low-hanging branch. Don't underestimate the power of a scary scarecrow. You can get a special Halloween scarecrow, or take your ordinary corn-husk fall scarecrow and paint it with blood. Throw some skulls around the ground. Kudos if one of your guests accidentally stumbles on one of them. Have a skeleton popping out of your yard. If you really want to do it up for Halloween, have your car parked out on the lawn. Paint the windows to make it look like they're cracked, and make it look like a person is trapped inside by putting in a dummy with its hands pushed against the windows. Your front porch will be the portal to all of the creepy things inside your home, so it should be as scary as possible to lure your unsuspecting guests (or victims) inside your house of horrors. Here are some great ways to add some Halloween spice to your front porch:  Add some more spiderwebs to your porch. Your guests could get caught...

TL;DR in Russian:

Украсьте газон. Украсьте крыльцо. Украсьте входную дверь и окна.


If you have a list of data in Word, you can convert it to a table format in Word and then quickly copy that table into Excel. If your data is already in table format, skip down to the next step.  Select all of the text that you want to convert into a table. Click the Insert tab and then click the Table button. Select "Convert Text to Table". Enter the number of lines per record in the the "Number of columns" field. If you have a blank line between each record, add one to the total. Click    OK   . Word will generate a table based on your settings. Double-check it to ensure that everything is where it should be. This will show up when you're hovering the mouse over the table. Clicking this will select all of the data in the table. Ctrl+C to copy the data. You can also click the "Copy" button in the Home tab. Once the data has been copied, you can open Excel. If you want to put the data in an existing spreadsheet, load it up. Place your cursor in the cell that you want the upper-left cell of the table to appear. Ctrl+V to paste the data. The individual cells from the Word table will be placed into separate cells in the Excel spreadsheet. Depending on the type of data you are importing, you may have some additional formatting you need to do. For example, if you are importing addresses the city, state abbreviation, and zip code may be all in the same cell. You can have Excel split these up automatically.  Click the column heading of the column you want to split to select the whole column. Select the "Data" tab and click the "Text to Columns" button. Click Next > and then select the "Comma" in the Delimiters field. If you are using the above example, this will separate the city from the state abbreviation and zip code. Click Finish to save the changes. Select the column that still needs to be split and repeat the process, selecting "Space" instead of "Comma" as the delimiter. This will separate the state abbreviation from the zip code.

TL;DR in Russian:

Создайте таблицу с данными в документе Word. Проверьте форматирование таблицы. Нажмите маленькую кнопку "+" которая появится в верхнем левом углу таблицы. Нажмите . Откройте приложение Excel. Нажмите . Разделите оставшиеся столбцы.


If you have a litter of kittens, look at the color of the cats; some cat colorations are sex-specific and can help you determine the sex of the cat.  Cats that are calico or tortoiseshell colored are typically female. More orange or ginger colored cats are male than female, but this is not an accurate way to determine a cat's sex. It's easier to tell the sex of intact cats, since they naturally display the habits and characteristics of their sex.  Male cats that have not been neutered tend to be more aggressive than females and to have larger heads and thick skin. They like to roam, sometimes leaving for a few days at a time. They mark their territory by spraying it with strong-smelling urine.  Female cats are less likely to spray their surroundings. Female cats that have not been spayed will go into heat, a state of fertility that enables them to become pregnant, every 3-5 weeks during warm weather (or in a house that’s climate controlled). Cats in heat display recognizable behaviors:  Making vocal sounds to attract males. The cat may sound like it is in pain or whining. Moving the tail to the side to show genitalia or crouching into a receptive posture. The vulva may be secreting a clear discharge. Rubbing up against inanimate objects, owners, or other animals more than usual.  Pregnant female cats have low-hanging, distended bellies. Female cats that have given birth may have nipples that protrude from their bellies. Be careful when using nipples to determine sex, since both male and female cats have nipples.

TL;DR in Russian:

Проверьте цвет кота. Наблюдайте за специфическим поведением присущим только котам или кошкам. Следите за признаками периода течки, беременности или недавней беременности.


If you have a local account for which you can't remember the password, you can use Command Prompt to create a new administrator account which you can then use to change the password on your original account.  Unfortunately, you can't use this method to reset the password for a Microsoft account-linked user. If you have access to a Windows 10 administrator account but not the local account, you can use the administrator account to reset the password instead. In order to access the setup screen, you'll need to run the initial phase of the Windows 10 installation process; to do this, you can create an installation USB drive:  Go to http://microsoft.com/software-download/windows10 in your computer's web browser. Click Download tool now  Plug an 8 gigabyte (or larger) flash drive into your computer. Double-click the downloaded tool file. Follow the prompts, making sure to select your flash drive as the installation location. Restart your computer by clicking Power and clicking Restart, then begin pressing your computer's BIOS key as soon as the screen goes black.  Your computer's BIOS key will change depending on your computer's motherboard, so you may have to look up the key for your computer's model. Common keys include the "Function" keys (e.g., F12), the Esc key, and the Del key. If your computer finishes restarting to the lock screen, you'll need to restart and try a different key. To do so:  Find the "Boot Order" or "Advanced" tab. Select your flash drive's name (or the "USB" option) using the arrow keys. Move the flash drive up to the top of the list by pressing the + key. Press the "Save and Exit" key as specified by the key legend that's either on the right side of the screen or at the bottom of the screen. You may be prompted to confirm this decision before proceeding. Once you reach the setup screen, press ⇧ Shift+F10 (or ⇧ Shift+Fn+F10 on some computers) to bring up a Command Prompt window.  If your computer goes to the login screen instead of the setup screen, click Power, click Restart, and wait for...

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Запомните, когда использовать этот метод. Создайте установочный USB-накопитель (флешку) с Windows 10. Войдите в BIOS. Измените основное загрузочное устройство. Сохраните изменения и выйдите из BIOS. Откройте командную строку. Замените ярлык Диспетчера утилит командной строкой. Отключите USB-накопитель и перезагрузите компьютер. Откройте командную строку на экране входа в систему. Создайте новую учетную запись администратора. Перезагрузите компьютер. Войдите в новый аккаунт администратора. Измените пароль


If you have a long night of studying ahead of you, make a plan for the day. Aim to work for 30-60 minute periods with 5-10 minute breaks in between. Your brain needs the break to recharge. It's not laziness – it's letting your brain synthesize the information. Try to switch subjects every hour or so, too, to prevent yourself from getting bored and saturating your mind. Too much of one subject and your brain will start going on autopilot. A new subject will wake up your mind and your motivation. Sometimes it's hard to study because the real world keeps creeping into our minds, good or bad. We feel like we don't have control over our thoughts, but we do. Tell yourself that you'll think about that problem or that girl or boy when you're finished. You'll feel a bit of solace knowing you'll get to it eventually. And when the time comes, the urge may have actually passed.  If you start to feel your mind wander, stop it dead in its tracks. Take a second to shake it off, and then resume with the material. You are the ringleader of your thoughts. You started them, and you can stop them, too! Keep pen and paper besides you and write down everything that comes to your mind during your study sessions. Do or think about those things once you're having a pause. Let's say you just got done reading 20 pages of a textbook. The last thing you should do is jump into is 20 pages of the next textbook. Instead, do a quiz with some flashcards. Make a few charts to help you remember those economics stats. Listen to those French tapes. Do some studying that involves different skills and different sections of your brain. Point blank, you'll be less bored. And it'll be easier for your brain to process, too. Switching up what skills you're using helps you brain process the information faster and hold onto it. The time will go faster and you'll remember it better? Check and check. Sometimes we need a little pick-me-up to keep ourselves going. If the good grades aren't enough of a reward, create something else to keep you concentrated on...

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Создайте расписание. Отложите на время волнения или  мысли о посторонних вещах. Переключайтесь между методами учебы. Награждайте себя. Откатитесь назад, если нужно. Сделайте учебу более активной. Делайте пометки о героях, сюжете и описываемых событиях. Сходите в Интернет и сразу вернитесь.


If you have a long warm season you can grow almost anything; if it's shorter make sure to pick early-ripening types. Some squash grow on vines that can cover a lot of ground, so if you just have a 12 x 12 foot space, you're better off with a bush variety. Most details will be found on the packaging. Here are a few basics to consider:   Butternut squash. This type of squash is bottle-shaped with a light brown rind. It is one of the most popular, common, and arguably most delicious. This type has a rich flavor and a smooth texture, in addition to a natural resistance to squash vine borers. They will store for six months or longer.  Buttercup squash. This type isn't too different from the butternut squash, but it does mature faster than butternut or hubbard. It is good for areas with a shorter, cooler growing season. Each plant will likely grow vigorously and produce heavy crops of squat, green fruits. This type stores for four to six months.  Hubbard squash and kabocha squash. These two types are often clumped together due to their similarities. They can be medium-sized or they can be absolutely huge. In general, they have drier flesh than most other winter squash. Their color varies by variety, and all varieties will store for four to six months.  Delicata squash and dumpling squash. Delicate squash are cylinder-shaped and dumpling squash are pumpkin-shaped. They both produce single-serving-size, ivory-colored fruits with green stripes that turn orange when stored. If you live in a cool climate, these are pretty easy to grow. They are fast to mature and will store for three to five months.  Acorn squash. This type is a ribbed, round fruit with a gold or green rinds. They also mature quickly and will store for at least three months. They are them popular in areas with short summers as there maturation process doesn't take much time.  Spaghetti squash. These are so named because they are full of stringy fibers that look like pasta. The oblong fruits have smooth rinds that vary from tan to orange, and they will...

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Выбирайте те сорта, которые подойдут к типу вашего климата и месту, которое у вас есть. Высеивайте семена после последних морозов. Подготовьте почву. Посадите 6 семян на холмик на глубину примерно 2 см по центру.


If you have a lot of land options, you can select the vegetables you want to grow and find the perfect spot. If you are limited with land, then the spot will determine what will grow there. Ideally, you should opt for a location that is sunny for at least six hours a day. Evaluate your options and select your crops accordingly. Your location in the world also determines the type of plants and/or vegetables you will grow. Look for plants that are ideal for your climate. Once you have chosen a spot, make sure it can be used. It would not be fun to have your freshly planted garden dug up by your county. Look to see if there are any buried utility lines underneath the area. There should be a phone number available to check for the location of utility lines in your area. If not, call your local government to ask for the location of the utility lines. You should also ask about irrigation lines. Once you have made sure the area can be used, mark off the exact location of the bed. Spend some time planning the exact dimensions of your garden bed. Consider how much you will be planting, and how much space the plants will need. Then, go to your local hardware store and purchase paint that is made specifically for painting lines on the ground. Use the paint to mark of the location of the garden bed. You can also use cans of spray chalk, but paint usually holds up better with moisture.

TL;DR in Russian:

Выберите солнечное место. Проверьте участок на предмет закопанных труб или кабелей. Разметьте участок.


If you have a lot of old wine corks lying around, pick up a styrofoam wreath and a hot glue gun at a local craft store. Glue the corks upright around the wreath, covering all white areas. Then, allow the wreath to dry. Glue a ribbon in a loop to the wreath so you can hang it in your home.  If you want, you can use paint to paint the wine corks a color to match your home. This project tends to work best with a lot of wine corks. If you like the idea of a wine cork wreath, start saving wine corks over time. With a utility knife, cut a small sliver of the wine cork on the long side to create a flat, smooth surface. This allows the wine cork to lie flat on a table without moving around. On the opposite side, cut a slit all the way across the cork.  Then, insert your place card in the slit. For an added touch, paint the cork in a specific color. As this is a great project for a wedding, using your wedding colors can be a nice touch. A trivet is like a large coaster that you can use as a decorative item to set things like glasses on. Find an old picture frame, or buy an inexpensive one at a department store, and take out the glass. Arrange your corks in any design you desire inside the frame.  Once you’re happy with your design, glue the corks in place to the backing board of the frame.  Allow the glue to fully dry. When it's done, you can set things like coffee cups or vases on the trivet and display it in your home. Glass charms are a cute, simple decoration you can use to personalize glasses for occasions like parties, weddings, and other events. Cut your corks into half inch slices using a sharp knife. Use lettered stamps to stamp a letter onto each cork. You can use the first letter or initials of friends and family members for glass charms. Then, hold your corks flat on a table. Screw a tiny screw with a loop on the end into the corks sideways. Tie a ribbon around the loop in the screw to attach the glass charm around the stem of a wine glass. Now, you have personalized glasses for events. If you want to use...

TL;DR in Russian:

Сделайте венок из винных пробок. Сделайте держатель для именных карточек. Сделайте подставку. Сделайте брелоки для бокалов. Сделайте магниты для холодильника. Сделайте простой брелок для ключей. Сделайте упоры для дверей.


If you have a lot of people in your movie, it might be hard to choose a day when you can all meet. Make a schedule of how much time you are spending in a scene and what people you are needing for it. Only have the actors and crew members come that are in a scene that you are shooting that day. Otherwise, you could record music that you created, upload it onto your computer, and then paste it into your movie, or just search for music/sound on the program you're using.

TL;DR in Russian:

Позвоните людям, задействованным в фильме, и назначьте день, когда все они могут прийти. Если хотите, разместите друзей или музыкантов за сценой; в этом случае музыка будет звучать чище, резче и четче.