Читайте несколько статей по одной теме. Замечайте, о ком или о чем умолчал журналист. Выбирайте статьи, написанные представителями разных групп. Читайте отзывы на статью в комментариях и социальных сетях.

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Find articles from different newspapers or media outlets covering the same topic. Read critically to look for the different newspapers' biases and compare them to one another. Use these comparisons to find facts that appear in both pieces. You can then make your own judgment about a debate, person, or event. This is especially important if the reporter is covering a hot-button debate. Both sides should be represented in unbiased articles. If the article is about a particular group of people, and the reporter didn't quote any of those people, this could be a warning sign for bias. For example, if you're reading a story about an environmental issue, and the article only cites politicians, think about why they didn't quote any scientists. Is it because the topic was only related to politicians, or is the reporter ignoring one side of a debate? Most articles could be written entirely differently by a person with a different perspective. Look for articles written by people from different age groups, genders, regions of the country, political parties, and racial backgrounds. Think about how multiple perspectives add to your understanding of one, single topic.  This may mean that you read one newspaper article and one blog post. It's okay to read different kinds of sources to check on the bias of newspaper articles. Just be sure to read critically and carefully no matter where you find your information. As you read more articles or sources, you'll find that people, events, and debates are always super complicated. This means that there won't be one simple explanation for any issue. Don't get stressed out by this. Just try to learn as much as you can by reading widely. The more you know, the more prepared you'll be to deal with complex problems. Sometimes, newspapers articles make people angry, frustrated, or (less often) excited. You can run a Google search to check if your article generated this kind of response. You might also want to check out Twitter if your article was published recently. Controversies over...


Читайте разнообразные детские книги. Подумайте, для какой возрастной группы вы хотели бы писать. Решите, чего в вашей книге будет больше — текста, иллюстраций или всего поровну.

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As you begin thinking of ideas for your children’s book, it’s very helpful to read others’ work. Go to your library or children’s bookstore and spend a few hours browsing. Think about which books appeal to you most, and why.  Do you want your book to have illustrations, or will it be text-only? Do you want to write fiction or non-fiction? Non-fiction or informational books require research or knowledge of the subject matter and can be good if you're an expert about something like dinosaurs, meteors or machinery. For good fiction inspiration, read the classics. Don't limit yourself to recent works––go back in time and read stories that have withstood the test of time and try to find for yourself what it is about them that is so everlasting. For example, check out such books as: Goodnight Moon, Where the Wild Things Are, The Polar Express, and other favorites. Check out fairy tales. The entertainment industry is currently experiencing a greatly revived interest in fairy tales and turning them modern. Since the majority of fairy tales are in the public domain, you're free to snaffle up characters and plots and take them to completely new places with totally new attitudes! The term “children’s books” covers everything from board books with one word on a page to chapter books, novels and non-fiction factual books written for kids in middle school and teens (young adults). The plot, content, and themes of your book need to be age appropriate for your intended readers for them to be appealing (remember that parents are the ultimate gatekeepers who can determine whether or not a child reads your book).  Picture books are suitable for younger children. They tend to be in full color, which makes them more expensive to print, so bear that in mind. On the plus side, they tend to be shorter, but then your writing needs to be very good to grab interest and keep the story tight. Chapter books and non-fiction/informational books are for older children. Starting with easy-readers through to teen novels, there is a great deal...


Читайте распечатанный текст. Бегло просмотрите текст в поисках ключевых слов, идей и основных мыслей. Прочитайте текст вслух. Перечитывайте отрывки, которые не понимаете.

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Reading a text that is printed on a page, rather than on a computer, will make it easier for your eyes to focus on the text. Print out texts that are online or on a computer so you have the physical copy. This way, your eyes will not have to strain to read the text on a computer, tablet, or phone screen.   If you are worried about using too much paper, print on both sides of the paper. Choose the double sided option when you print the text. You can also use recycled paper to print the text. Alternatively, you can read the text on an eReader or on a screen designed for reading small print. Make the text large and easy to read on an eReader so you do not have to strain your eyes when reading. If you are reading on a screen, turn the brightness down as low as possible while still being able to clearly see the text. Look for words that are repeated several times. Identify ideas that seem important to the rest of the text. Notice themes that reappear from page to page. Skimming the text for these elements will make it easier for you to then understand the rest of the text when you read it in full. Keep these keywords, ideas, and themes in mind when you read the text in detail. Use them as a guide for your reading. Reading the text aloud to yourself can help you slow down and read the text more carefully. Listen to each sentence as you read it aloud. Pay attention to how the words sound on the page. Notice repetition, turns of phrase, and the language used in the text. To keep the reading engaging, you may try reading the text aloud with a peer or friend. Take turns reading the text aloud. This will allow you to listen to the text when it is being read by someone else. If you struggle with certain sentences or sections in the text, re-read them. Read each word slowly and consider the meaning of each sentence in the section. Spend some time pulling apart the passage. This will help you better understand it. You can also try taking down notes on a paper about what you find important and what is difficult for you, for...


Читайте рассказы на английском языке. Используйте английский язык в интернете. Замечайте английские слова в неожиданных местах. Переводите тексты на английский язык. Ведите дневник.

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Read short stories and books that are written in English. Choose these stories based on personal interest and your current skill level.  When you first start, try reading children's storybooks or materials specifically made for new English learners. These texts will use simpler English and should be easy enough to understand.  Choose written materials that interest you. It will be easier to learn if you enjoy the experience. After reading the text, try to summarize what happened using your own words. Identify who the characters were, what happened, why it happened, where the story took place, and when it took place. Visit websites written in English and navigate through the website without translating it into your native language. Join online forums and other Internet groups that will allow you to write in English to other people, too.  Find friends who speak English through social media websites (Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, etc.). Visit your English friends' pages each day and try to interact based on what you read there. Join online forums and message boards. Choose topics that interest you and read some of the English conversations for two or three weeks. Eventually, you can start responding to discussions or starting your own discussions. Check advertisements, newspapers, and other written materials for English words. Try to understand what each piece of text means and check an English translation dictionary to learn any words you do not recognize. If the text is pictured next to an image, use that image to help you identify the context of those English words. Look for any words written in your native language that may help provide context, too. Find a short piece of text written in your native language and translate it into English. Try to translate most of the text without using an English translation dictionary, then use your dictionary to help with the rest. Show the translated version to someone who reads English fluently and ask him or her to review it. If you translated it accurately, that person...


Читайте регулярно. Пополняйте свой словарный запас. Практикуйтесь в почерке. Развивайте свои навыки с английского языка.

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Read many kinds of literature including books, magazines, newspapers and poetry. Reading is the best way to confront challenging topics, pick up vocabulary and writing techniques, and discover new material to bring to the classroom. Depending on the grade you teach, you should be familiar with the most important works in literary history. And you should always be able to give reading suggestions to your students.  As well as reading important literature, read for fun. Remember why you love reading, and encourage your students to do the same. Be aware of current trends in reading material, and try out the things you think your students might be reading. This will help you better understand their interests and relate to them outside the classroom, which will make you a more effective teacher overall. Make a point of looking up new words that you come across in your reading. Study your favorite words and begin to amass a large vocabulary. Challenge yourself to think about words you don't know. Guess at their etymology, and use similar words to figure out their meaning. Don't be afraid to look up words that you're unsure about, and encourage your students to do the same.  At the same time, teach your students that the mark of a good writer isn't just whipping out two-dollar words and using them to sound sophisticated. Teach your students the difference between using a word to draw a historical comparison, or using an alliterative word, and using a word to impress someone with your learning. There are more and less useful ways of wielding words. Never talk down to your students for not knowing or understanding a word. Let them know, "It's alright, that's a difficult word." Then, use a synonym, provide them with context clues, or help them look it up so that they become familiar with a more advanced vocabulary. Students need to be able to read your handwriting so that they can understand notes you take on the whiteboard or feedback you give on an essay. Write letters or keep a journal to keep your handwriting alive...


Читайте романы и комиксы о “Звездных войнах”. Играйте в игры “Звездные войны”. Делайте косплей (костюмы) на персонажей из франшизы. Носите одежду с символикой “Звездных войн”. Начните коллекционировать что-то из “Звездных войн”.

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They introduce new characters and fill in a lot of the gaps from the movies. If you ever find yourself wondering about the backstory of a certain character from the movies or wanting to know more about the history of the galaxy, the Star Wars novels and comics are a great place to start. Look online or in your local game store for Star-Wars related video games and board games. Star Wars games will better acquaint you with the characters of the franchise and you’ll have a new medium to enjoy the series with. Attend the next comic book convention or cosplay event near you dressed up as your favorite Star Wars character. You can buy Star Wars costumes online or in-store, or you can get creative and make your own. If any of your friends are Star Wars fans, ask them to come along so you can do a group costume. Shop for Star Wars-themed T-shirts, sweaters, hats, and other clothing online. Order something that features your favorite character or line from one of the films. Wear your new Star Wars clothing whenever you watch the films or hangout with your Star Wars-loving friends. The Star Wars franchise has been around for nearly four decades, so there’s a lot of memorabilia to be collected. Search at auctions, garage sales, and online shops to find items to add to your collection. Learn as much as you can about the items you find - what film they’re from, what characters they feature, what year they were made - so you can become knowledgeable in Star Wars history.


Читайте рэп с друзьями. Выступайте. Записывайте свои песни. Выложите свою музыку в интернет.

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Find some people who also like to rap and take turns making raps together. It's easier to get creative when you can get inspired and feed off of somebody else's flow. Give yourselves pseudonyms and adopt a crew name.The Wu-Tang Clan did this to showcase individual talents and share resources. Be proactive about finding gigs and showing yourself off. Start small—perform to little groups of your peers and get feedback. When you feel comfortable with that, start looking around for open mics where you can perform.  Freestyle battles are a unique opportunity in hip-hop and can be a good way of making connections, but only if you've really honed your freestyle skills and are familiar with the conventions of a freestyle battle. It can seem confrontational and mean, since it involves lots of crude disses, so go check some out before you decide to sign up. Hook up with a producer or another rapper who's got some recording equipment and get yourself recorded. With original beats, write new rhymes and keep the best of it. Be judicious in deciding--it can be tempting to like the first stuff you make too much, because it sounds "real." Make sure it's something you'll actually enjoy listening to. Try recording yourself. Increasingly, the recording technology on home computers and smartphones is high quality. It's always better to use real equipment, but in the beginning do it yourself. Once you've got some good recordings of yourself rapping, start to cultivate an online presence for your music. Start a YouTube channel for your music and try to get a mixtape released. Put it out there for free and see what happens. Chicago rapper Chief Keef signed a several-million dollar deal based on the strength of a single mixtape and a few YouTube videos that had become very popular.


Читайте с другом. Правильно выберите место для чтения. Используйте указатель, если вам трудно сосредоточиться. По возможности читайте интересные тексты. Следите за успехами.

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Getting through a text can be easier and more fun when you’re not doing it alone. For instance, you can try reading the same section of a text as your partner, then talking about it to make sure you both understood the main ideas. To improve reading aloud you can even pair yourself with someone you feel is a better reader. While your partner is reading, listen to your their pronunciation, speed, and rhythm. Take a turn yourself, then ask for feedback. If you really want to concentrate on your reading, step away from television, music, phones, computers, and chatty people. These distractions make it hard to focus, dragging out reading and causing frustration. Try reading in a quiet, well-lit place with a desk and comfortable chair, if you can. Take a bookmark, ruler, or small piece of paper and set it on the page you want to read. Slide it down so you can only read one line of text, then move it down to read the next line, and so on. Doing this can make reading feel more manageable. It’s no surprise that you’ll be more motivated to read a text that you genuinely care about. If you’re given the chance to select books or other things to read for yourself, seek out topics you are interested in. Keep records, like a list of books or articles you’ve gone through, and how many minutes you read each day. Seeing how much you’ve accomplished over time can encourage you to keep making progress.


Читайте с перерывами, чтобы проверять понимание. Делайте остановки каждые несколько минут и старайтесь вспомнить детали. Определите скорость чтения. Делайте краткие записи. Находите неизвестные или важные слова в словаре. Задавайте или записывайте возникающие вопросы. Напишите краткое изложение главы или раздела своими словами. Делайте пометки о повторяющихся идеях. Обсудите книгу с одноклассником или другом по пути на занятия.

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Use your preview of the book's organization and your instructor's assignment to determine the best way to manage your reading time. You can read for a set amount of time, or break up your reading by chapter or purpose.  If you're reading a work of fiction, you may be able to read for longer periods of time because of the nature of storytelling. Nonfiction reading may require you to focus more on your reading purpose. You don't need to read a collection of essays in order. Instead, try reading in order of topics or area of focus for your interest or assignment. If you are able to remember nearly everything, you have found a good pace. If not, stop a bit more often and try again.  As your recall sessions improve, try to increase the reading time or amounts again. As you practice, your recall and comprehension will grow and you'll actually become a much more skilled reader. Before starting a new session, try to recall your previous reading sessions. The more you practice your recall skills, the more powerful your concentration and recall will become. Different types of books require different reading speeds for good comprehension.  Easier texts, like novels, can be read much more quickly than a collection of academic essays. The research shows, however, that going too slowly can actually hurt your comprehension in difficult material.  Keep your eyes moving and your attention focused by using an index card, a ruler, or your fingertips to underline the text. Stop to check your comprehension often to help you build your confidence as your speed increases. Each time that you stop to check your understanding of the details, make a note of the main ideas of the section you just completed. This list of main ideas will serve as an outline of the section that you can use to remember the material and to prepare for tests and essays.  If you're writing notes in the margins, take this time to rewrite your notes in another location, such as a notebook, a word processing document, or a note-taking application. Make a separate...


Читайте своему ребенку. Подавайте хороший пример. Смотрите на картинки. Используйте разные книги. Будьте изобретательны.

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Read to your child as often as possible. Doing so teaches your child that reading is fun and also introduces your child to the way that written words sound when spoken aloud. Reading to your child is also a great bonding experience and will encourage them to love books.  You can begin reading to your child from infancy onward. Use picture books, textured cloth books and books of lullabies for babies and toddlers. Once they get a bit older, you can introduce alphabet books and rhyming books. Engage your child by asking him questions about both the content of the book and its pictures. Asking your child questions about the book you are reading together makes the whole experience more interactive and encourages the child to actually comprehend what he is seeing and reading. With babies, you should try pointing at certain pictures and asking questions such as "Do you see the tractor?" while pointing at the tractor. This will help his vocabulary, while allowing him to interact with the reading process. As he progresses, point at animals like cats or sheep and ask him to make those animals' noises - like "meow" or "baa". This shows that your baby is understanding what they see, while also providing great entertainment! Even if your child displays an interest in reading from a young age, he will quickly lose interest if reading is not demonstrated or encouraged in the home. Children learn by example, so pick up a book and show your child that reading is something that adults enjoy too. Even if you're very busy, try to let your child see you reading for at least a couple of minutes everyday. You don't have to read a classic novel to set a good example. Read a newspaper, a cookbook, a thriller…it’s up to you! Looking at picture books is a great way to build vocabulary and to help children understand what is going on in a story. Before reading a new book, just flip through the pages, commenting on the pictures. Show your child how to spot context clues that will help them to read.  Try asking questions that they can...


Читайте состав на упаковке энергетических напитков. Изучите рекомендации производителя, но не верьте всему на слово. Следите за тем, сколько кофеина вы употребляете ежедневно. Следите за количеством сахара и других веществ.

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In the U.S., some energy drinks are marketed as “dietary supplements,” which places them beyond the regulatory purview of the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  This means, among other things, that the manufacturers do not have to disclose an ingredient list or nutrition facts on the beverage packaging.  If you drink one of these beverages, then, you really have no idea what exactly you are putting into your body. Fortunately for consumers, about 95% of energy drinks (including the most popular brands) are now marketed as beverages and not dietary supplements, which places them under the purview of the FDA and requires ingredient and nutritional labeling.  Of course, it is up to you to actually read the labeling, decipher what exactly is in your drink (and how much), and keep track of how much caffeine and other ingredients you are consuming per day. According to the website of the world's best known energy drink, practically any time is a good time to use their beverage.  You could / should use it while driving, studying, working, playing sports, playing video games, and partying day or night.  Buried a bit deeper within the website, however, you will find some more practical recommendations, such as keeping your daily caffeine intake to no more than 400 mg (or five cans of this particular drink) per day as a healthy adult.  It also advises against consumption by the caffeine-sensitive, and limited intake by pregnant or nursing women and children.  It additionally provides a complete ingredient list.  Find out as much information about the drink you wish to consume, and consult the manufacturer's recommendations, but use third-party, scientifically-grounded advice to determine if you should consume the drink (and if so, how much). Despite popular perception, caffeine is not technically an addictive substance, although you may experience some minor withdrawal symptoms for a day or two if you go “cold turkey” on a heavy caffeine habit.  In moderation, caffeine is safe for most people, but in high...


Читайте тексты успешных писателей-путешественников в нескольких жанрах. Просмотрите уважаемые издания о путешествиях. Начните вести блог о путешествиях.

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Today, travel writing is much more than publishing articles in a magazine or in a newspaper. Writers are publishing articles on blogs, online magazines, and other online platforms. Successful travel writers have found a certain niche, or angle, and ran with it, using their unique perspective to keep readers engaged and sell stories to editors. You should familiarize yourself with the market by reading several successful travel writers and bloggers, including:  Travel writer Bill Bryson: Bryson is one of the most successful travel writers in the genre and is well respected in England for his travel book on English life, Notes on a Small Island, as well as his American travel book, The Lost Continent".Bryson is known for his dry and witty writing, and often combines memoir and travel writing in his work.  Travel writer Kate Adie: Adie is a former BBC chief correspondent who covered war zones in the 1980s across the world. She has written an autobiographical book about her travels in dangerous places called The Kindness of Strangers that is popular among travel writers. Adie’s writing is characterized by dry humor, a knack for finding the absurd in a situation, and a strong grasp on travelling to foreign and often dangerous destinations.  The Lazy Travelers Blog: This blog, started by two American best friends, recently won Best Travel Weblog at the 2014 Bloggies. Characterized by the tagline “conquering the globe one glass of wine at a time”, the bloggers explore local and overseas destinations with a casual, playful tone and focus on the average traveller who may want to see popular sites, eat good food, and find photography worthy spots in a new city.  The EscapeArtistes Blog: This blog was a finalist for Best Travel Weblog at the 2014 Bloggies, and has the tagline “Postcards from the edge.” Written by a British mother, living with her young son in Bali, the blog explores life as an ex-pat as well as travelling with a young child through Asia and Europe. The writing style is friendly and full of dry wit,...


Читайте труды мистиков вашей традиции. Определите основные аспекты вашей практики. Сделайте духовную практику главным приоритетом. Примите тайну.

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Studying mystical writings and tomes is an essential way to learn about the lives of the mystics. Each tradition will have a wide variety of different mystics and different dogmas, and it's important to get some sense of the scope of different writings. Everything starts to seem interconnected and becomes more alike than different:  Thomas Merton's No Man is an Island  St. Augustine's Confessions of St. Augustine  The Cloud of Unknowing, written anonymously Julian of Norwich's Revelation of Divine Love  DT Suzuki's An Introduction to Zen Buddhism  The Nasruddin Stories from the Sufic tradition Mystical practice is a combination of self-imposed meditation and contemplation and the specific guidelines of your religion or other practice. Each religious life will be different, because each religious person is different. Deciding what's most important to you and your practice is a decision that only one person can make. You. For some mystical Christians, living life as close to the way Christ lived is the most important aspect of practicing. For others, spreading the gospel is essential. Both ways of thinking can lead to mysticism and deep appreciations of the spiritual world. Mystics aren't part-time. Whatever your deep connection to religion and the big questions, it needs to be your biggest priority in life. Not your job, your family, or your hobbies. Your connection with the cosmos needs to be your biggest commitment. For many people, being a mystic is an entirely solitary life. Most mystics are monastic for a reason. If you want to be a mystic, it's hard to go out on Saturday night and have fun. Are you up to the challenge to commit? Part of Zen meditation revolves around letting go of these big concerns and embracing the void. For the mystic, that void should be your living room. Trusting in your instincts and diving into the biggest questions has a tendency to lead to even more questions than answers. It could either be frustrating or liberating to realize that you might never know what will happen after...


Читайте успешные эссе. Выберите узкую тему. Зацепите читателя. Показывайте, а не говорите. Не обсуждайте определенную сферу права. Будьте осмотрительными. Проверьте эссе на наличие ошибок!

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If you’re in college, your career counseling office should be able to provide you with sample essays that worked. If not, you can buy books that contain personal statements that helped get the writer into Harvard Law, or you can find personal statements online here. The best way to know what works is to read what worked in the past. Don’t try to encapsulate your life in a short essay. Instead, you’ll have better luck picking one powerful experience and explaining its impact on you in a way that highlights some of your strengths as a candidate.  Write about something you care about, even if it has nothing to do with why you are going to law school. The goal is to let your personality, strengths, and way of thinking shine through. They already know you want to go to Harvard Law. You applied. Don’t write about how your study abroad experience transformed you. It’s been done way, way too many times. If you are going to write about why you want to be a lawyer, know that this is probably the most common type of essay. That doesn’t make it a bad topic, but you’ll need to tell a particularly engaging story to avoid boring your reader. Your first paragraph should be engaging, or it might be all that an admissions officer reads. Consider opening with an honest statement about your values or something important to you, such as “I believe in freedom of expression,” and then going on to tell a story that develops why, and how that relates to your application. Or start with a sentence that leads into and explains the story you are about to tell, such as “I never thought much about what it meant to be blind until I met my best friend, Jim.”  Do not start with an overly dramatic story. This is a clichéd technique that has been used far too many times. If you are going to tell a story, make sure you first frame why it matters. Definitely don’t lead with something like “I’ve always dreamed of attending Harvard Law” or “I have a passion for the law.” (Unless you follow that statement with a twist like, “But then a professor...


Читайте хипстерскую классику. Смотрите хипстерские фильмы. Слушайте новую и независимую музыку.

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Your reading sources are important because what you read connects you with other hipsters, informs you about cultural issues, and keeps you knowledgeable. There's a lot to be read out there, so sort the wheat from the chaff and get into the things that matter most. Things to read include:  Hipster magazines, such as Vice, Another Magazine, and Wallpaper. Foreign magazines are good too. Great books and poetry by people like Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and Norman Mailer. Any other books you think are great. Any books, period; reading books sets hipsters apart from a lot of people. Visit the political science, anthropology, and sociology sections of the bookstores and local library frequently. Blogs by other hipsters. You might also be inspired enough to write your own blog frequently. Watch independent and foreign films, as well as attending independent theater productions, such as shows by Ann Liv Young. Watch Wes Anderson, Hal Hartley and Jim Jarmusch movies. Indie music is a big part of what being a hipster is all about. Turn to the endless and ever-renewing list of independent artists in the music scene, especially in the areas of nu-rave, minimalist techno, independent rap, nerdcore, Elephant 6, garage rock, classic rock (Beatles usually), and punk rock. Also, remember, they don't have to be famous to be good. Browse amateur videos on YouTube, and you may find your style.  Hipster artists of note include Lana Del Rey, Grizzly Bear, Marina & The Diamonds, Pink Floyd, Stray Kites,The Xx, Nirvana, La Roux, M83, Neon Indian, Neon Neon, King Khan, Milky Chance, Alt J, and the Shrines. Imagine Dragons, and Bastille are great examples of non-hipster bands, because the main part of being hipster is listening to bands that no one has ever heard of. Try Days n Daze, King Krule, Mitski, ikea graveyard, Waxahatchee, Dollar Signs, spoonboy, Not Half Bad, or Pope instead. Music blogs like Gorilla vs. Bear, Indiehere, /mu/, and Stereogum may help you with choosing suitable bands to listen to. Meeting people who are...


Читайте экстенсивно, чтобы глубже понимать текст. Делайте заметки во время чтения. Делайте примечания. Резюмируйте прочитанный текст. Определите ключевые слова и понятия.

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Extensive reading works when you’re trying to determine the meaning of what you’re reading. This technique focuses on the overall picture. It’s best for things like studying a textbook, reading a newspaper article for information, or reading a book for school. If you want to read to understand something on a deeper level, like studying a textbook, it helps to read more actively. Keep a notebook out and make notes on important things you notice as you read.  For instance, you can make bullet points to summarize every time you come to a major idea. If there are key terms or dates in whatever you’re reading, make a note of those as well. If there are parts you don’t understand, write down the questions you have and come back to them later. If you’re able to write in or mark up whatever it is you’re reading, this can also help increase your understanding. For instance, you can underline or highlight important passages. You could also try things like circling key terms and writing notes in the margins. Every so often, stop and write a few sentences in your notes to summarize what you’ve read so far. Putting the main ideas into your own words and writing them out is a way of checking that you understand what you’re reading. Going back over the material also helps you remember what you’ve read.  If you have trouble summarizing or remembering any part of what you’ve read, go back over it again. You can also try writing out a summary in an outline form, rather than full sentences. When you encounter a word or concept that seems essential to a text's meaning, make a note of it. If you are reading a textbook, these might even be set apart in bold print, or in a separate vocabulary section. You can write the words or concepts down to study them later, or even make a set of flash cards.  If you come across a word or concept that seems important but is not clearly defined in the text, look up its meaning in a dictionary or encyclopedia (either online or print). If you see certain words being used over and over again,...


Читайте этикетки на покупаемых продуктах. Избегайте продуктов на основе молока и сливок. Не употребляйте сливочное масло и большинство видов маргарина, в состав которых входят сыворотка, казеин и лактоза. Не ешьте сыр. Будьте осторожны с выпечкой.

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Avoiding dairy isn't as simple as no longer drinking milk. Dairy is used in many different foodstuffs to give it a better taste. As such, you'll need to read food labels. Most foods that use some form of dairy, will list “milk” as an additive. The FDA requires that milk be listed under its provision for allergies. If milk isn't listed as an ingredient, you should be ok. You'll want to look for casein and whey as well. Both of these additives are proteins found in cow's milk and make their way into a variety of foods. Whey is used in a variety of products from muscle building supplements to canned chicken broth. This is often the hardest dairy category to give up because we are conditioned to enjoy milk with so many different foods. It becomes a part of our daily activities. Here are some of the most common milk- and cream-based foods:  Milk (whole, 50/50, skim, or condensed milk) Heavy whipping cream Custards Coffee creamer Cream sauces and soups Ice cream, gelatos, and sherbets (sorbets contain no dairy products) Yogurts Some mayonnaise, mustard, and other condiments Non-dairy coffee creamer. Casein is an animal byproduct so it won't work for vegans. Check the labels of your products before you buy to ensure they don't contain butter or margarine. Butter is made by separating cream from whole milk. The cream is then churned until it thickens.  Some nutritionists claim that butters are the least harmful form of dairy to those with dairy allergies or lactose processing problems. Most people who face these issues have problems with the proteins found in milk. Since butter is 80 to 82 percent fat and contains relatively little protein, it doesn't tend to bother patients with dairy problems. For vegans, there are many margarines made without any cow byproducts. Check the label to make sure they don't contain whey, casein, or lactose. Cheeses in all forms constitute dairy. Obviously, you'll want to skip sliced cheeses on your sandwiches. Main dishes like pizza, burritos, tacos, and casseroles have cheeses in them....


Читайте этикетки. Увеличивайте порции фруктов и овощей. Сокращайте порции злаков и крахмальных продуктов.

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Reading the food labels on food packages will allow you to figure out exactly how many or how much of the food is in one portion.  For example:  15 chips, 1/2 cup or 1/2 the package.  This information will also help you figure out how many calories, fat or carbohydrates are in one serving of the food.  This can be helpful if you're dieting or following a particular eating pattern. It's particularly important to follow the serving sizes for calorie-containing beverages like juice or sports drinks and snack foods.  Sometimes the "individual" sizes are actually 2 servings. Aim for at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables each day.  These low-calorie powerhouses provide essential nutrients to your diet.  About 1 cup of raw vegetables and 2 cups of leafy greens counts as 1 serving of vegetables.  About 1 cup of fruit or 1/2 cup dried fruit counts as 1 serving of fruit.  The amount of fruits and vegetables you need each day may depend on your age, gender and level of physical activity. High carbohydrate foods like grains and starches can be a healthy part of your diet.  However, compared to fruits, vegetables and lean protein, they contain fewer nutrients and more calories.  It's important to monitor your portion sizes of these types of foods.  1 slice of bread, 1 cup of cereal or 1/2 cup of pasta, rice or barley is considered one serving.  Allot 2-3 servings of grains daily.  Always try to choose 100% whole grains when possible.  These have higher amounts of fiber and nutrients compared to refined grains.


Читайте этикетки. Читайте этикетки на непродовольственной продукции. Старайтесь не контактировать с моллюсками. Спрашивайте в ресторане, что входит в состав блюд. Будьте осторожны с рыбой.

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Manufacturers are not required to note it on the label if they have shellfish in them, though many of them do. In addition, items are usually not labelled for shellfish if they contain mollusks such as clams, scallops, or oysters. Therefore, it's always best to read the label.  It's important to check all labels. While shellfish isn't often sneaked into foods, it can be in a few things that may surprise you.  Foods that have seafood flavoring, for instance, often have shellfish in them.  If your allergy is particularly severe, you may even have problems with sea salt. This step can be a bit more difficult, as not all non-food labels are required to list ingredients. However, some non-food items can contain shellfish, which in turn can give you an allergic reaction.  For instance, lip gloss can contain shellfish.  Pet foods and plant fertilizers can also contain shellfish, which can be important if you're handling it and your allergy is severe. Another item to watch is nutritional supplements. If you have an allergy, particularly a severe one, you should also avoid touching shellfish or even inhaling when in the vicinity of shellfish. In fact, an allergic reaction can even happen just if you breathe in particles from shellfish.  If you're cooking for your family, skip cooking shellfish for the rest of the family even if you aren't eating it yourself. Also, try not to be in areas where shellfish are being cooked.  Try to avoid the seafood counter at the grocery store, as getting too near could set you off.  Not everyone's shellfish allergy is this severe. Pay attention to what you react to and what you don't. When you eat out, always make sure to ask what's in your food. It's best to be safe by asking rather than assuming that the food doesn't contain shellfish.  Begin by telling the waiter you have an allergy: "Hi, I have a very severe allergy to shellfish." Move on to talking about what you'd like to order: "I'd like to order the chow mein. Does that have any shellfish in it?" If the waiter says he doesn't...


Читайте, читайте, читайте. Смотрите фильмы. Играйте в ММО игры. Найдите друга по переписке в Интернете. Заведите друзей. Пойте песни.

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One of the easiest things you can do to learn English faster is to read as much as you can. Read things all the time. This will make your vocabulary better and it will also help you learn grammar and slang.  Read comics. An easy option, if you don't want to read children's books, is to read comic books or comics instead. You can buy many English language comic books in bookstores and online, or you can read free comics online (these are usually called webcomics). Read books you've read before. If you already know a little bit about what happens, then you will have an easier time guessing and understanding the words. Read the newspaper. Newspapers are a good way to learn the basics of a language, because they usually have very good grammar and are written to be easy to understand. You can find online versions of many good English language newspapers, like the New York Times or The Guardian. Watching movies will also help you improve your English, by helping you to hear what it sounds like and also helping you to learn new words. You can start watching with subtitles on, but you will learn more with the subtitles off. Once you have a basic vocabulary, try to keep the subtitles off and focus on listening for the words you do know and guessing the words you don't know from what is happening on the screen. MMOs are video games that you play online with other people. You can choose to play with people in English-speaking countries, which will give you the chance to talk with them and learn from them. Try playing Guild Wars, World of Warcraft, or The Elder Scrolls Online. Pen-pals are people trying to learn your language that you write letters (or emails) to and they write back. You write half of your letter in your native language so that they can practice and half in English so that you can practice. You can talk about whatever you want! There are many websites that can help you find an online pen-pal. You can also just make friends with English language speakers online and chat, email, and Skype together in order...


Читайте. Путешествуйте. Слушайте музыку. Почувствуйте единение с человечеством. Найдите смысл в своей жизни.

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If you're feeling lost, try taking in the wisdom of others. Many people find inspiration and new life direction in the works of people like Joseph Campbell and Alan Watts. Both of these men wrote lots of great books, but you can also find their inspiring words online in interviews (try searching YouTube). While they might not be up your ally, you're sure to find someone that inspires you if you book. Try the inspirational or self-help section at your local library! Traveling is one of the most powerful transformative experiences you can undergo. In traveling to distant places where you're outside your comfort zone, you'll be forced to take on challenges and actively be alive (often proving to yourself that you can in fact do those things still!). Traveling doesn't have to be as expensive as you think, either. If you travel on your own instead of with a touring company, buy early (usually 4-6 months ahead of time), and go places in the off-season, you'll find that it doesn't take too much saving to get away for a little while. If this is very scary for you, start by traveling to local areas before moving on to distant lands. Music can be incredibly inspiring for many people. It is one of the most powerful tools for reaching directly into the soul and making you feel a deep and powerful connection with the singer or composer. For some people the most transformative music is classical music (we recommend Beethoven's Piano Concerto #5, 2nd and 3rd movements). For other people, more modern music is helpful. Some people find traditional folk music, like Celtic music, to really wake them up. Experiment and find something that works for you. There's an often intangible feeling of connection to the greater human spirit that you can tap in to and harness. For everyone, the medium that creates this feeling is different. Some people read poetry. Some people volunteer. Some people raise children. Find something that makes you feel connected to the greater experience of being human and then take your own approach to...


Читайте. Смотрите японские фильмы. Слушайте японское радио. Окунитесь в атмосферу Японии.

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Look for Japanese books, comic books, or newspapers. When you try to read in Japanese, you expose yourself to new words while strengthening your skills and encountering Japanese culture. Another fun way to expose yourself to Japanese is to watch Japanese movies. Movies can expose you to a wider range of terms (including slang) and provide some entertainment. You can even use English subtitles to help you understand the plot. Just like movies, listening to Japanese radio can be a good way to hear new words and sharpen your listening skills. Look for Japanese music with lyrics, or Japanese talk radio. If you have the opportunity to experience an immersion in the Japanese language, take it! Perhaps you can visit Japan, or even an authentic Japanese restaurant. This will enable you to speak to people in Japanese and watch them speak. There is really no better way to learn a new language.


Чихайте в платок. Стисните зубы и челюсти, чтобы сдержать звук. Кашляйте в момент чихания.

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Keep a tissue or a thick handkerchief with you at all times. A tissue is portable and disposable, but a handkerchief will do a better job of muffling the sound. If you have no other choice, bury your nose into your shoulder, your arm, or the crook of your elbow. Any fabric or solid body part will help keep your sneeze quiet. Leave your mouth slightly open so that you don't build up too much pressure in your sinuses. Done correctly, this move should lessen the intensity of your sneeze. If you hold your breath at the same time, you might even be able to stop the sneeze from coming. Make sure to get the timing just right. By mixing up the reflex to sneeze with the reflex to cough, you might lessen the sound and severity of each noise.


Чрезмерная самоуверенность. Разница в возрасте. Мобильный телефон. Проследите за партнером.

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Healthy self-confidence is great, but there's a difference between being confident and being cocky. If you think this guy seems a little too confident in his efforts to win you over, it could be because he's had plenty of practice. Most people become at least a little nervous around people they're attracted to. A confident guy isn't necessarily a player, but if he doesn't break a sweat while asking you out or seems rather aloof about the whole deal, he might not be that serious about you. If the man is old enough to be your father, it could be a bad sign. Older players who are set in their ways frequently target younger, less experienced women who are easier to trick.  Not every older man is a player, of course, but if there's a huge age gap and he exhibits other signs of being a player, that age gap may work against him. Similarly, not every player is an older man. There are plenty of young players out in the world, too. When he's texting someone, lean in his direction and peek at his phone. You don't even need to see the screen; in fact, you'll learn more by keeping your eyes on him. If the guy's a player, he'll probably yank his phone away faster than you can blink.  Moreover, if he's always on his phone or looks at it more than he looks at you, that could be another bad sign. This piece of advice isn't an invitation to swipe his phone and look at his call log, though. Many people view that as an invasion of privacy, and even guys who aren't players might get upset at the breach of trust. You usually won't need his text or call history as evidence, anyway, since being overprotective of his phone is a bad enough sign on its own. Pay attention to the places he frequents when you're not around. If he still visits the same spots he went to when he was single and picking up women, there's a good chance that he's still in the habit of charming the ladies there. This does not mean that you should stalk him. A healthier way to find out where he's going is ask around and find out who might've seen him and where he...


Чрезмерные обобщения. Не стройте предположений. Катастрофическое мышление. Следите за тем, как вы оцениваете ситуации.

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Many people over generalize without realizing it. This is toxic to rational thinking. Try to be aware of any over-generalizations you may make in day-to-day life.  Over-generalizations are taking one particular event and seeing it as evidence of how things have always been or always will be. For example, if you do bad on one test you may think, "I'm stupid and always fail at school." In making this statement, you're glossing other academic success you have had in the past in the light of one event.  All-or-nothing thinking is a form of generalizing where you see things in black and white terms. All-or-nothing thinking places things in only one or two categories: good or bad, success or failure, etc. This results in missing the shades of gray in a situation. For example, if you get a mixed review of your performance at work you may see yourself as a failure. In reality, you're likely a competent worker with some areas that need improvement.  Filtering out positive is a thought pattern in which too much focus is placed on the bad aspects of a situation. If 20 good things happen in a day followed by 1 bad thing, you may focus entirely on the negative. For example, say you make a single mistake during a musical performance but otherwise play perfectly. You might be tempted to declare the performance a disaster. In reality, you are probably the only person who noticed a single wrong note. People make assumptions about all kinds of situations. This can lead to unreasonable thinking. Strive to be aware of any assumptions you make.  Sometimes, people engage in mind-reading. That is, you make assumptions about what others think of your or a situation. In reality, it's impossible to know what another person is thinking without asking. For example, you may find yourself thinking "I bet everyone thought I was an idiot in that meeting" or "I bet that co-worker thinks I talk too much." If you notice yourself engaging in such thoughts, try to remind yourself that you are probably not as good at reading people's opinions as...


Чтение. Получите образование. Справляйтесь с депрессией. Справляйтесь со своим гневом.

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Newspapers, magazines, and books are all available on current affairs, general knowledge, and education. Reading allows you to enter a fantasy world and escape prison life.  A knowledgeable brain will help you deal with difficult circumstance while in prison. Once you gain freedom, you will be able to put some of that knowledge to use. Most prisons offer GED classes or community college classes for prisoners to gain an education. There is plenty of time to go to class and study, so you might as well get an education.  An education will better prepare you for the outside world. As with any employer, they will want to some engagement with learning, so earning a degree or certificate while in prison gives you the evidence you need to get a job in the free world. Prison is certainly not the ideal place for anybody and having to spend any part of your life there is depressing. Moreover, most prisons are overcrowded, full of boredom and disappointment, and sexual predators providing an environment conducive to depression. In prison, you may or may not have access to a doctor, counselor, and drugs.  If you do not have access to mental health care, try to find another prisoner willing to listen. Odds are there are many other prisoners like you suffering from a depressed mind. Try to focus on stressing your body through exercise rather than on your mind. Exercise releases hormones that help fight stress and depression. Stay away from drugs and alcohol since they will only make depression worse. Concentrate on eating more fruits and vegetables while limiting caffeine and sugar. Make a few acquaintances so that you do not spend too much time alone. Maybe your prison mates will be able to give you positive encouragement and lift your spirits. Going to prison will make even the best of us angry. Anger is common in prison because there always seems to be more frustration than solutions. Thus, when the anger becomes too much and you explode, that is when major problems occur.  Be careful not to assume. Making assumptions in...


Что  делает плотник? Будьте готовы физически. Изучите свои сильные стороны в плане образования. Изучите основные инструменты, используемые столяром-плотником.

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A carpenter is someone who works with, builds, and fixes items and structures made out of wood. More than that, he or she is passionate about things built from wood. Carpenters are skilled with their hands and tend to work on and fix wooden structures like stairways and door frames, install things like cabinets and drywall, and work on building and repairing furniture. . This is a job that requires heavy lifting. You can expect to be on your feet most of the day doing active physical labor. You need a good sense of balance. Aside from being able to lift heavy things, you also need to have great hand-eye coordination. Carpenters use tools that require a good eye to avoid getting injured or damaging the wood. Carpenters need to be able to solve mathematical problems with ease. They also need good oral communication and language skills, and a good understanding of physical science can be helpful as well. A successful carpenter can see the big picture and not just the immediate assigned task. Other key carpenter characteristics include:  Being detail-oriented. One of the most important parts of carpentry is being able to measure and cut pieces of wood to exact measurements: an entire building could be affected by an ill-measured stairway. Carpenters also need the ability to look at a wooden structure and assess any problems with it. Having problem-solving skills: Carpenters will face many problems while on the job. A board may break, or a tool may stall, and a carpenter will need to be able to recognize the problem and come up with a quick, effective solution. While there are hundreds of carpentry tools, there are certain tools that every aspiring carpenter needs to become intimately familiar with. These include:  A hammer. Hammering and pulling out nails is a big part of being a carpenter. A hammer and nails are important to any carpentry project.  A measuring tape. The ability to make precise measurements is one of the most important parts of being a great carpenter. If one measurement is off, the whole project...


Что вы можете и не можете сделать. Откройте iTunes на новом компьютере. Зажмите Shift+Ctrl (в Windows) или Command+Option (Mac OS), а затем подключите iPod к компьютеру. Для того чтобы увидеть скрытую папку с аудиофайлами, включите отображение скрытых файлов и папок в операционной системе. Получите доступ к диску iPod на вашем компьютере. Откройте iTunes. Нажмите «Правка» или «iTunes» и выберите «Настройки». Упорядочите композиции. Нажмите «Файл» и выберите «Добавить папку в медиатеку». Откройте папку . Дождитесь завершения процесса копирования.

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This method is for classic iPods that you need to extract music tracks from. When you use this method, you won't be able to tell what song is what until you add them to a media players library. This is because the song files are renamed when they're added to your iPod's library.  This method is useful for transferring songs that you didn't purchase from iTunes to a new computer or a friend's computer. It is also useful for retrieving your songs when nothing appears on your iPod. This method is not very useful for people trying to extract a single song or just a few out of hundreds. This is because the songs will not have legible file names, so finding the exact song you want will be difficult, if not impossible. This will NOT work for iPod Touches, iPhones, or iPads. Use the method above for those devices. You will need to start the process in iTunes so that the iPod can be put into Disk Use mode. This will allow your computer to open the iPod like an external drive. Continue to hold the keys until you see the device appear in iTunes. Holding these keys will prevent iTunes from automatically syncing the iPod when it's connected. If your iPod is not staying connected after doing this, select it in iTunes and check the "Enable disk use" box in the Summary window. In order to see the hidden folder containing your music files, you will need to enable your operating system to disable hidden files. The process varies depending on whether you're using Windows or Mac.   Windows - Open the Control Panel and select "Folder Options". If you don't see "Folder Options", select "Appearance and Personalization" and then "Folder Options". Click the View tab and select "Show hidden files, folders, and drives".  Mac - Open the Terminal and type the following command: defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles TRUE. After running that command, type killall Finder and press Enter to restart file and apply the changes. In Windows, you can find this in your Computer/My Computer/This PC window. Quickly access this by...


Что вы можете и не можете сделать. Установите iTunes Найдите и скачайте управляющую программу iPod. Подключите iPod к компьютеру. Запустите управляющую программу, которую вы установили. Выделите композиции, которые вы хотите скопировать на компьютер.

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Unlike the original iPod, the iPod Touch, iPad, and iPhone cannot be accessed by your computer as external hard drives. This means that copying music from your iPod Touch to a new computer is not possible without the help of third-party software (or jailbreaking).  You can't use iTunes to import the tracks unless you had previously transferred your iTunes library from your old computer to your new one. Connecting your iPod to a new computer will prompt you to erase everything on the iPod. Most of the third-party programs also allow you to transfer files from iPod Classics. Even though you won't be using iTunes to transfer the files, most iPod management programs require iTunes be installed for access to the connection services. Click here for instructions on installing iTunes. There are a large number of programs that will allow you to select music files stored on your iPod Touch and copy them to your computer. Most of these programs cost money, but several have free trials that you can use. Some of the more popular programs include:  Sharepod TuneJack iRip iRepo If iTunes is set to auto-sync, hold Shift + Ctrl (Windows) or Command + Option (Mac) while plugging the iPod in to prevent iTunes from automatically syncing and erasing any content on it. Each one will work differently, but they all share the same basic principles. This guide will provide a general overview, so refer to the program's support page for any program-specific issues. Some programs such as iRip will give you the option to quickly import all of the tracks on the iPod into the iTunes library on the new computer. You can also choose to select tracks manually and copy only the selection to the computer.  Not all programs will import the copied tracks directly into iTunes. If that's the case, or you want to use the songs in another media player, you'll need to copy them to a location on your computer (such as your Music folder), and then add that folder to your iTunes library. Sometimes the file names of the songs will be changed when copying...


Что делать, если не удается найти животное? Проветривайте помещение. Используйте средства, уничтожающие дурной запах. Освежайте воздух.

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If the animal died in an inaccessible place—such as inside a wall—you may not be able to remove the body to get rid of the odor. The time it takes for decomposition and the smell to dissipate will depend on the size of the animal, the temperature, and the humidity, but it could take several weeks or even months.  Locate the general vicinity of the source of the smell. If necessary and possible, drill a few holes to open up the area where the animal is (such as under floorboards or behind a wall) so that you can treat the area with a disinfectant or odor eliminator. Use a strong odor eliminator or disinfectant in the area. You can do this by spraying a product like Bac-Azap into the holes or hanging Earth Care Odor Remover Bags or Smelleze around.  Replace the bags as necessary or continue spraying the eliminating spray until the decomposition has finished. Plug up the holes once the smell is gone. Whether you've removed the source of the smell or you're waiting it out, ventilation is key to freshening the air and helping eliminate bad odors.  Open as many windows as possible in the area to get the air moving. Set up a few fans to blow air from inside the house out the windows. This is especially important if you can't remove the animal. There are many deodorizing products you can use to help neutralize and eliminate the smell that's lingering in your home. You can absorb and eliminate odors with:  Bleach-soaked rags (Soak some rags in a bucket of hot bleach water. Squeeze the liquid out and hang the bleach rags safely in the area. Replace as they dry out. Keep the area well ventilated, and keep children and pets away from the area.) An open box of baking soda A container of freshly ground coffee with holes in the lid Charcoal (Buy 3 or more charcoal stink bags from an outlet like Amazon.) An air filter with an absorbent filter On top of neutralizing the smell of dead animal with deodorizers, you can also improve the smell in your home by using air-freshening products, such as:  Store-bought aerosol sprays or...


Что же может дать вам сценический псевдоним? Выберите псевдоним, отражающий ваш внутренний мир. Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы с вашим псевдонимом была связана какая-то история. Изучите выбранный вами псевдоним. Выберите имя, которое без проблем можно найти. Выберите псевдоним, который будет расти вместе с вами.

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A stage name can help you accomplish a number of things, which all can influence how you decide on your name.   Branding: A stage name can help you brand your performance persona, giving you a separate identity to develop as a brand.  Separation of personal and professional life: A stage name will be a very public name, possibly a household name. While some people might still know your real name, keeping your real name separate from your stage name can afford you some level of privacy.  Differentiation: If your real name is very common, a stage name can help you stand out and be more memorable.  Prejudice considerations: Some people have used stage names in the past in order to decrease immediate reactions of racism, anti-Semitism or other forms of prejudice. Luckily, this is less often the case today. Similarly, some women may have avoided a hyphenated name because it might indicate they’re married, which unfortunately some consider to be detrimental to their careers. Your stage name is a way to express yourself. What do you want your name to signify? Think about how a stage name might be able to channel your performance persona. Whatever your stage name, people will likely want to know how you decided to call yourself that. If it’s an uninteresting story, then perhaps think about making up a more exciting story to go with your name. Look online and in name books to learn the meaning of the name you’ve chosen. Learn the history of the name. Does the name’s meaning and history reflect what you want it to mean? Think about how people can find your name through search engines like Google. If you use very common words, especially single words like Trouble or Heart, it may be hard for fans to find you online. There can be the appeal of choosing a name that reflects the moment, where you might follow a fad. Also consider where you want to be in 10 or 20 years. Does your stage name suit an older performer just as well as a younger one?  Child performers should consider how their names will grow with them as they...


Что же происходит во втором триместре беременности? Вам нужно изменить свой образ жизни, чтобы справиться с болью в спине. Во время беременности может возникнуть варикозное расширение вен. Ваши молочные железы будут изменяться во время второго триместра, чтобы подготовиться к выработке молока. Ладошки могут начать чесаться. Во время второго триместра беременности могут отекать лодыжки.

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The second trimester of pregnancy is generally thought to be more comfortable than the first trimester.  Symptoms of morning sickness and fatigue may be starting to fade, but there are new changes happening in your body. You may find that your abdomen is beginning to expand with the continued growth of your baby. As your baby grows, your body will change its posture to accommodate the new weight. There are certain ways to help relieve back pain that you might experience. This includes:  Wearing shoes with no heel. Wearing heeled shoes may affect the curvature of your spine so try to avoid them. Walk with your pelvis tilted forward to give yourself a wider base of support. Apply a warm compress to your back. Squat rather than bend when you have to pick up objects. When your uterus increases in weight, it can put a lot of pressure on your veins, which makes it harder for blood to reach your lower extremities. When this occurs, your veins may become painful, inflamed and engorged.  Resting in Sims’ position is one way to relieve varicose veins.  This is done by lying on your back with both legs raised against a wall or a chair. Avoid crossing your legs while sitting for a long period of time. Walk for 30 minutes each day to promote blood circulation. Eat vitamin C-rich foods to ease your inflamed veins. Great sources of vitamin C include citrus fruits like oranges and lemons.  Green leafy vegetables are also rich sources of vitamin C. During the second trimester, your areola will begin to darken and their diameters will also begin to increase in size.  This happens as your breasts prepare for milk production. Your palms will start to itch during the second trimester.  This condition is more commonly known as palmar erythema. This is a normal occurrence throughout pregnancy and it happens because your estrogen levels are increased. Calamine lotion can be applied on the affected area to soothe the itching. This may happen because there is a chance that your blood pressure will go up around this time. At the same...


Что значит чрезмерные извинения? Следите за своими извинениями. Запомните, в каких случаях извинения уместны. Замените извинения каким-нибудь смешным словом. Выражайте благодарность. Попробуйте проявить эмпатию. Смейтесь над собой.

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How much apologizing is too much? If the following sound familiar, you may be going overboard. Note how all of these apologies are all excuses for normal, non-harmful actions and states.  "I'm sorry, I don't want to bother you." "I'm sorry, I just went for a jog and now I'm all sweaty." "I'm sorry, my house is a mess right now." "I'm sorry, I think I forgot to put salt on the popcorn." Make a mental or written note of all the things you apologize for and take a good look at them. Ask yourself whether or not what you did was either intentional or harmful. After all, these are the conditions that really require apologies.  Try tracking your apologies in this way for a week. You might find that many of your apologies seem to be aimed at avoiding confrontation or maybe appearing more humble and sweet. Notice whether or not the apology feels as if you have cleared up something that offended another person or your standards for yourself. Try to get a sense for when it feels perfunctory, as if you have to cover your bases to make room or subtly ask permission for your actions and opinions.  If you feel lost, start by drawing the line at your role in an event and leave it at that. This can be particularly difficult if you are someone who apologizes on behalf of others in order to nip conflict in the bud. However, apologizing on others' behalf often leads to feelings of resentment, as you are taking on others' responsibilities in addition to your own.  When to apologize is always a judgment call; it won't be the same for everyone. As you begin to notice the unnecessary apologies, swap it for a word like "humdinger" or "beep-bop". This pairs unnecessary apologies with a feeling of ridiculousness that comes with the silly word and improves your ability to keep tracking your apologies   Without replacing frequent apologizing with other qualifiers, you run the risk of slipping back into apology land. Use this trick while you are tracking your apologies. Then you can begin replacing apologies with more meaningful...


Что значит “ergo”. Понимайте "ergo" как соединительное или союзное наречие. Учтите то, что  “ergo” считается устаревшим.

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The term "ergo" can be defined to mean "as a result" or "for that reason."  Similar words include "therefore," "hence," "consequently," "so," "thus," and "accordingly." You can use "ergo" when describing the relationship between a cause and an effect.  Example: I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home. It can also be described as an adverbial conjunction. The two parts of speech are interchangeable and essentially describe words that share properties of both adverbs and conjunctions.  An adverb is a term that modifies a verb or an adjective. A conjunction word that is used to connect two sentences, clauses, or ideas. A conjunctive adverb is a word that modifies the verb of an independent clause in a way that demonstrates a connection to another independent clause.  Example: I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home. In this sentence, "ergo" modifies the verb "have" in the independent clause, “I have a large library at home.” It also connects the clause beginning with "I have" to the independent clause, "I love reading," and indicates that the latter is a result of the former. While you can use "ergo" and may hear or read it on occasion, the term is generally considered an archaic one, meaning that is "dated" and no longer a common term in modern English.  This does not mean that you cannot use the term "ergo." It does, however, mean that you should be cautious about using it. Using it too often can seem forced, pretentious, or unnatural. Since there are other terms that can be used in the same way, like "therefore," you may want to ask yourself if "ergo" is the best choice before you use it. In spite of the fact that it is an archaic term, "ergo" is still used more often than many archaic terms, which does grant it some form of modern relevancy.  Example: Instead of saying, “I love reading; ergo, I have a large library at home,” consider saying, “I love reading; therefore, I have a large library at home.”


Что ищут работодатели? Разберитесь, какие именно ИТ-навыки вам пригодятся, чтобы стать веб-разработчиком. Поймите, что веб-разработка – это очень требовательная профессиональная область.

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Most companies wishing to hire a web developer will advertise for a person who has several qualifications.   Many employers will want a web developer to hold a Bachelors degree in computer science. Computer science degrees prepare an individual by teaching them the skills needed for web development: programming, web design, database management, networking, and mathematics. In lieu of getting a degree, many web developers hold professional certifications. You can obtain these from community colleges, continuing education services, and several technology companies. For example, Microsoft offers a web development training course that requires you to pass an exam and hold 2-3 years of work experience. While having a degree or certification is most desirable, there are many freelance web developers in the market who are building successful business. Being able to design a basic website is the bare minimum you will need to be able to do.   You need to know how the web works and how to program. There are many different programming languages that a good web developer should have knowledge of. You will need to know how to code in different programming languages and when to use them. New programming languages and interfaces are appearing everyday. You need to keep up with the trends in technology to move forward in this field. You will need to know some basic aspects of design: color theory, grid blocking, fonts etc. While your job isn't primarily to design graphics, you should know how to make a website or app look attractive and be user friendly at the same time. You will need to have the interpersonal skills to relate to clients as well as to handle stress and a busy work environment.  Interpersonal skills are a very important aspect of the field of web development. You will be interfacing with clients, co-workers and companies on a daily basis. Knowing how to handle a person who is impatient or who doesn't understand technology is essential. You may be dealing with difficult clients or people who need some extra...


Что можно удалять из Google. Посетите страницу инструмента удаления информации из Google. Выберите "Удалить информацию из результатов поиска Google". Выберите тип содержимого, которое вы хотите удалить. Заполните форму. Дождитесь, когда Google удалит информацию.

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Google doesn't remove much from their search results, but you can file for removing special case information. This includes social security numbers, bank account or credit card numbers, an image of your signature, personal pictures uploaded without your consent, or the name of your business if it was associated with adult spam. Remember, this will not remove the content from the web, and it can still be easily accessed by visiting the site. If you want this content removed, you'll need to contact the site owners. If you feel that you fall into one of the above categories, you can fill out a form to request that the offending URL be removed from Google's search results. Go to this Google support page to get started. You'll be prompted to select whether the page containing the content is still online or not. You'll be shown a list of all of the types of content that Google will remove from the search results. Once you select the type of information, a detailed form will appear. You'll be asked to provide the site URL, as well as your contact information. You'll also need the URL of the search results page that it appears on. Once you have filled out the form, it will be submitted for review. If Google verifies that the site is displaying your personal information without your consent, it will remove that URL from its search results. Note that this will not remove the content from the internet, and it can be easily linked and shared through social networks. If you want the content off the internet, you'll need to go through the site owner, the host, or the legal system.


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

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


Что самое плохое может случиться? Найдите правильное место и время для приглашения. Придумайте содержание свидания. Подготовьте стратегию отступления.

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What's the worst thing that can happen? The worst thing that can happen would be that he will respectfully say "no" if he is a decent person. Keep this in mind and then prepare yourself to ask him out. Remember this will help you endure the pain in case this happens. Make the opportunity to ask him in a casual, low-pressure setting. It might be in the hallway, at the water fountain, on a sports field after practice, or wherever else you usually see him. Pick an isolated place, as well as a time when he is likely to be relaxed. Here are some things to keep in mind when you choose the right time and place:  Get a little privacy. You do not have to be completely alone, but you will both probably be more comfortable if you can do the actual asking in a semi-private space. People may not respond honestly when their friends are hanging around and they feel pressured, so some privacy can help you get a real answer. Do not make a big deal about pouncing on the first available second of alone time.  If you're both together in a group, lower your voice to half volume and say, "Hey, could I talk to you alone for a second?" and walk a few paces away. Do not give off creepy vibes. Things like silently standing in front of his locker every morning, calling him then hanging up over and over, or constantly asking other people about him may come off as creepy--and something a stalker may do. Give your crush some space. Do not follow him around in real life or on-line. A little recon is fine, but following his every move gets into an unhealthy obsession. Pick a time and place that makes sense. Asking him out after drama rehearsal may be perfect, a 1:30 a.m. text may not be. If it's your first time asking this guy out, you'll be a lot more confident if you invite him to a specific activity.  It spares you the stress of coming up with something to do while you're on the actual date, and won't leave you saying "Uhhh... I don't know" when he asks what the plan is.  Here are some ideas to get you started:  Don't think too hard...


Что такое "смешанная дробь". Запишите смешанную дробь в виде неправильной дроби. Переверните дробь.

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Mixed numbers are part whole number and part fraction, such as 24/5.  There are two steps to finding the reciprocal of a mixed number, explained below. . Remember, the number 1 can always be written as (number)/(the same number), and fractions with the same denominator (lower number) can be added together. Here's an example with 24/5:  24/5  = 1 + 1 + 4/5  = 5/5 + 5/5 + 4/5  = (5+5+4)/5  = 14/5. Once the number is written entirely as a fraction, you can find the reciprocal just like you would with any fraction: by flipping it. In the example above, the reciprocal of 14/5 is 5/14.


Что такое "хороший" холестерин. Попросите врача сделать анализ крови, чтобы узнать уровень холестерина. Вычислите общий уровень холестерина в крови.

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HDL, or high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, acts as the body's waste-disposal system in the blood. HDL combs through blood for bad cholesterol, LDL, and flushes it out to your liver for disposal. HDL lowers inflammation throughout the body and may even help against Alzheimer's. High cholesterol does not have overt side effects, but it can be devastating on your health. Illnesses that come from bad cholesterol are serious, and should only be treated by a healthcare professional. Your doctor may suggest changes in lifestyle or diet if your HDL measures less than 60 mg/dL. While in-home cholesterol tests are on the market, they have not yet been as accurate or trustworthy as a basic blood test. Having ‘good cholesterol’ is a combination of limiting LDLs and increasing HDLs. While you may be doing one of these very well, it is helpful to see the big picture if you are falling behind on the other. To calculate total blood cholesterol, add your LDL, HDL, and 20 percent of your triglycerides.  Triglycerides are body fat, so you want this number to be lower. Aim for a total blood cholesterol under 200. Above 240 is considered to be high.


Что такое беспокойство? Отделяйте реальное от нереального. Спросите себя, продуктивны ли ваши мысли? Запишите причины своего беспокойства из прошлого, настоящего и будущего.

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You can't solve a problem if you don't know what it is, so the first thing to do is learn what worry feels like to you.  Write down when you think you are worrying. It may help to start with writing down how you feel and then what is happening around you and the thoughts you are having. Notice how your body is feeling - are your muscles tense or maybe your stomach aches. You can then go back and analyze what led you to feeling the way you did. Ask people around you to help you identify when you're worrying. Sometimes when people worry, they ask a multitude of questions attempting to feel as though they know what is to come. Usually, people who worry will talk about it and their friends and family will know they are worrying. Having them point it out will help you learn about how you worry. Worrying lies in the unknown. It makes sense because the unknown can be frightening. There are a lot of what ifs wrapped up in the future. The problem with what ifs is that they may never become problems and you'll end up worrying for nothing. This is why worrying is unproductive. It’s important when identifying worry to know if you are concerned about something that is actually happening or something that COULD happen.  Write down what you're worrying about. Circle what is actually happening and cross out what is not happening but could happen. Focus on only what is happening because that's all you can deal with right now. It is ok to plan and prepare for the future, but once you have done so, accept that you have done all you can do for now. When thinking about situations, it can be easy to get off course and start thinking about what could happen. When you’re in a stressful situation, it can be difficult to know if you are on the right path of dealing with it because of your worrying. Asking yourself if what you’re thinking can help you get out of the situation. If it doesn’t, you know you are worrying.  An example of this is dealing with a car that has broken down. You need to get to work, but have no idea how you're...


Что такое гигиена сна? Не употребляйте алкоголь перед отходом ко сну. Избегайте употребления кофеина перед сном. Избегайте приемов пищи и диетических изменений перед сном. Избегайте физической нагрузки непосредственно перед сном. Не используйте свою кровать ни для чего иного, кроме сна. Избегайте телевизора и других психических стимуляторов перед сном. Создайте успокаивающую обстановку для сна.

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Sleep hygiene is a way of measuring the quality of your sleep. Just like personal hygiene, you can improve it by tweaking your daily habits. While most of the behaviors pertinent to sleep hygiene are things we do right before bed, the process begins as soon as we wake up in the morning. All of the following steps contribute to achieving the most hygienic sleep possible. While some people believe alcohol helps them sleep, the truth is just the opposite. Alcohol negatively affects sleep quality in two ways:  It reduces the quantity of REM sleep for the first several hours of sleep, which causes a massive decrease in sleep quality. When it wears off, 4-6 hours after sleep begins, it creates a stimulating effect in the sleeper, which can make him or her wake up and have trouble falling back asleep. Most people know not to drink coffee before going to sleep, but it's important to avoid caffeine in any form. Other caffeinated substances to avoid before bed include:   Chocolate Non-Cola Sodas Weight Loss Pills Pain Relievers Decaf Coffee Spicy foods, in particular, are problematic before bed. But it's not a good idea to eat any large meal before going to sleep. The digestive process can upset your body's natural sleep sequences, and reduce the quality of your sleep. For the most part, exercise actually improves your quality of sleep. However, exercise before bed can have a stimulating effect, and limit your ability to fall asleep. It should be noted, though, that some experts believe calmer forms of exercise, like yoga, improve sleep hygiene, regardless of when the exercise is performed. Ideally, we subconsciously associate our beds with sleep, and our bodies begin to ready themselves for sleep as soon we get into bed. These associations can be disrupted if you fall into the habit of reading, working, or watching TV in bed, and you may have a harder time falling asleep at night. Television is the most common mental stimulant in which people engage before trying to fall asleep, but it's not the only one. While some...


Что такое логарифм. Определите характеристики числа, натуральный логарифм которого вы хотите определить. Найдите нужную строку, используя колонку слева. После того, как вы нашли строку, найдите правильную колонку. Если в вашей логарифмической таблице есть таблица среднего расхождения, найдите в ней колонку с номером, равным следующей цифре в вашем числе. Сложите два числа, полученные на предыдущих этапах. Добавьте характеристику.

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102 is 100. 103 is 1000. The powers 2 and 3 are the base-10 logarithms of 100 and 1000. In general, ab = c can be rewritten as logac = b. So, saying "ten to the power of two is 100" is equivalent to saying "the base-ten log of 100 is two." Each logarithmic table is only usable with a certain base (a in the equation above). By far the most common type of log table uses base-10 logs, also called the common logarithm.  Multiply two numbers by adding their powers. For example: 102 * 103 = 105, or 100 * 1000 = 100,000. The natural log, represented by "ln", is the base-e log, where e is the constant 2.718. This is a useful number in many areas of math and physics. You can use natural log tables in the same way that you use common, or base-10, log tables. Let's say you want to find the base-10 log of 15 on a common log table. 15 lies between 10 (101) and 100 (102), so its logarithm will lie between 1 and 2, or be 1.something. 150 lies between 100 (102) and 1000 (103), so its logarithm will lie between 2 and 3, or be 2.something. The .something is called the mantissa; this is what you will find in the log table. What comes before the decimal point (1 in the first example, 2 in the second) is the characteristic. This column will show the first two or, for some large log tables, three digits of the number whose logarithm you're looking up. If you're looking up the log of 15.27 in a normal log table, go to the row marked 15. If you're looking up the log of 2.57, go to the row marked 25.  Sometimes the numbers in this row will have a decimal point, so you'll look up 2.5 rather than 25. You can ignore this decimal point, as it won't affect your answer. Also ignore any decimal points in the number whose logarithm you're looking up, as the mantissa for the log of 1.527 is no different from that of the log of 152.7. This column will be the one marked with the next digit of the number whose logarithm you're looking up. For example, if you want to find the log of 15.27, your finger will be on the row marked 15. Slide your...


Что такое медитация под руководством? Найдите запись медитации для засыпания. Настройте аудио. Подготовьтесь и включите запись.

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In guided meditation, you listen to an audio track of a person reading meditation instructions to you, and simply follow along with your thoughts.  This is an excellent introduction to meditation for those who have never done it before and don't know where to start. There are many free guided meditations for sleep available on the internet as downloadable audio files, podcasts, and YouTube videos.  You can also purchase sleep meditation CDs at any major bookstore, or online.  Look for a guided meditation CD or file that has good reviews, or comes from a reputable source, such as MIT Medical, which provides a number of audio file downloads designed to help you fall asleep.   If you download a free file, it is a good idea to listen to it once before bedtime to make sure the file is intact and doesn't include any hidden surprises, like advertisements at the end. Get ready to sleep, and set up the device you will be using to play the guided meditation next to your bed.  Adjust the volume settings beforehand.  Be sure to set the device's sleep mode or power saver settings so that the device will turn itself off after the recording has finished. It is not advisable to use headphones for a guided sleep meditation, since ideally you will fall asleep before the recording is over, and you don't want to get tangled up in the cords in the night. Put on your pajamas, darken the room, and get comfy in bed before you hit play.  Then relax and listen, and prepare for a night of restful sleep!  If you don't fall asleep after the first play-through, take a few deep breaths and begin again.


Что такое медитация сосредоточения? Лягте и устройтесь поудобнее. Дыхание. Прислушайтесь к ощущениям. Сосредоточьтесь на своем физическом теле. Подумайте о том, как вы ощущаете свое тело. Снова сосредоточьтесь на дыхании. Размышляйте о событиях дня структурировано. Снова сосредоточьте внимание на теле. Отключите тело. Наслаждайтесь ощущением расслабления и дайте себе погрузиться в сон.

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During mindfulness meditation, you will pay focused and intentional attention to the way you are feeling, in order to relax the body and mind.   It is important not to judge or analyze the thoughts and feelings that pop into your head while performing mindfulness meditation, just note them and let them go by. The center of your focus should be the physical sensations you are experiencing in the present moment, as you lie in bed. Get ready for bed, darken your room, and prepare to go to sleep. Begin your meditation by taking 5 long breaths, in through your nose, and out through your mouth.  Focus on the sensation of breathing, as your chest expands and your lungs fill with air.  As you breathe out, imagine exhaling the events and thoughts of the day along with the air. Take a moment to reflect on how your body and mind are feeling.  Take your time with this step and don't become concerned by the flood of thoughts that may occur, just take a few moments to observe them and let them rush by. This is not the time to try to solve problems.  If you feel yourself worrying about something, just observe the concern and move on. You can try to work out solutions to issues the next day, when you are well-rested and refreshed. Begin by concentrating on the points of contact between your body and the bed.  Is your weight equally distributed? Think about how your head is resting on your pillow, and how the blankets lie against your feet.  Listen to any sounds you can hear, including your own breath.  Observe the temperature of the room, and the way the air is circulating around your face. Does it feel light or heavy?  Are you experiencing any tension or pain?  Mentally scan your body from head to toe, thinking about areas of tension, and intentionally tensing and then relaxing them, as you might do in a progressive muscle relaxation exercise.  Repeat the body scan process several times, if needed, to relax any tense muscles. Pay attention to the rhythm as you inhale and exhale.  Focus on the physical sensations of...


Что такое прогрессивная мышечная релаксация для сна? Устройтесь поудобнее. Закройте глаза и начните расслабляться. Напрягите и расслабьте мышцы. Повторите процедуру для все еще напряженных мышц. Насладитесь ощущением расслабления и позвольте организму погрузиться в сон.

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Progressive muscle relaxation is a meditation technique in which you systematically tense and relax different muscle groups in your body to promote awareness of your body, and an allover state of relaxation. Progressive relaxation can be used day or night for general relaxation, but is especially helpful for promoting sleep at night.  Performing the full progressive relaxation exercise should take between 10 to 15 minutes. Put on your pajamas and ready for bed.  Darken your room, lie down, and adjust your pillows and blankets until you are fully comfortable. Take a few deep breaths, and quiet your mind.  Begin focusing on your body, and tell yourself that it's OK to relax. Begin at the top of your head, and work your way down in the order described. Tense the muscles just enough to feel the tension, not so much that you feel pain.  After five seconds of tension, relax the muscles you are working on.  (Some people find it helpful to think or quietly say the word "relax" for this part.)  After 10 seconds of relaxation, move on to the next muscle group, and repeat the process.  Forehead. Wrinkle your brow or raise your eyebrows up like you are surprised, then relax. Eyes and nose. Close your eyes tightly in a squint, then relax. Mouth, cheeks and jaw. Stretch your mouth open, as in a yawn, or make a wide grimace, then relax. Hands.  Clench your fists, then release them and relax. Wrists and forearms. Hold your hands up like you are pushing an invisible wall and tense, then relax. Upper arms. Flex your biceps, then relax. Shoulders.  Raise your shoulders towards your ears in a shrug, then relax. Back. Arch your back gently, then relax. Stomach. Tighten your stomach muscles like you are "sucking it in," then relax. Hips and glutes. Flex your glutes, then relax. Thighs. Tense your thigh muscles above the knees, then relax. Ankles and feet.  Flex your feet, raising your toes as high as you can, then relax. Toes. Curl your toes as tightly as you can, then relax. Repeat the process of tensing and relaxing 3 to 4 times...