Article in English: Asking someone to hang out alone can be pretty scary, so start by asking him to hang out in a group. It’ll keep things casual while giving the two of you time to bond. Plus, if your friends are there, they can give you tips and moral support. Get your friends and his friends together for a swim at the pool, a bowling tournament, or an adventurous day at the local theme park. Once you’ve hung out in group situations a few times, you may want to hang out one-on-one. Your parents might not let you go to a movie alone, but you can ask him to go for a walk with you at lunch, or invite him to your house for family game night.  You could say, “Hey, do you want to come over tonight? My family is having a game night, and it’s always super fun!” Make sure you ask your parents before making plans outside of school with your crush. If you think he’s  interested and you want to start a relationship, it’s important to be honest about your emotions. No matter how obvious you think you’re being, your crush isn’t a mind reader.  You don’t have to declare your undying love for him, but you should tell him that you’re interested in something more than friendship.  You might say, “I really like you, and I’d love to get to know you better.” Try to do this in a private situation so it’s easier for both of you to communicate honestly and openly. Sometimes, a relationship just isn’t meant to be, so don’t take it personally. If he avoids you, seems bored when you’re together, declines your invitations to hang out, or seems to care more about chasing other girls, he may not be the one for you. Rejection can hurt, but there are tons of guys out there. Let yourself feel sad for a bit, then brush it off and meet some new guys who appreciate you for you.

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Пригласите его провести вместе время в компании друзей. Пригласите его провести время вдвоем. Скажите о своих чувствах. Будьте готовы к тому, что он может не ответить вам взаимностью.


Article in English: Asking your girlfriend’s parents for her hand in marriage can be nerve-wracking.  If you are very nervous or afraid that you’ll forget what you want to say to her parents, it would be helpful to memorize and practice the speech beforehand.  If you want a more natural conversation, or feel comfortable asking for your girlfriend’s hand in marriage, don’t prepare a speech.  Whatever you do, try not to overthink it. If you prepare a speech, practice reading it to a close friend.  Solicit feedback to help you figure out how to best phrase what you want to say. If your girlfriend was raised by both parents, you should sit down with both of them.  In the case of divorced parents, however, consult only your girlfriend’s primary parent.  For instance, if your girlfriend grew up with her mom and rarely or never saw her father, do not feel obligated to ask him for his daughter’s hand in marriage.  After her mother has agreed to the marriage, inform her father that you’ve asked for his daughter’s hand in marriage. Be honest and sincere when offering your feelings.  For instance, you might say, “She’s a wonderful woman who inspires me to be the best person I can be.  She makes me laugh and always understands what I’m thinking.”  Think about why you love your girlfriend when crafting your explanation. Don’t exaggerate or say vague things like, “She’s perfect,” or “We never have any problems.”  Conclude by informing them that they’ve raised a wonderful daughter. You have, in part, already done this by describing all the good qualities you see in their daughter.  But in order to justify marriage, you have to express your undying commitment to their daughter.  Tell them that you want to spend your life with her.  Say, “I pledge my whole heart to your daughter and will do everything in my power to provide for her the best life I can.”  Then take a deep breath and ask directly, “I would like your approval to marry (your girlfriend’s name).” Do not say, "I would like to marry your daughter.”  A comedic parent might ruin the...

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Подумайте о том, что вы будете говорить. Поговорите сначала с родителем, который воспитывал вашу девушку. Скажите о своих чувствах. Объясните, почему вы хотите жениться на их дочери. Будьте готовы отвечать на вопросы.


Article in English: Asparagus can run $4.99 a bunch during winter months, but can be found for $1.99 a bunch during spring months. Take advantage of harvest seasons! Buying in bulk leads to healthier food choices (since many are whole foods), as well as offering you the freedom to choose exactly how much you need rather than conforming to prepackaged goods that can easily be forgotten and wasted. Items to buy in bulk can be rice, flours, cereal, honey, sugars, pasta, lentils, oats (instant, rolled, steel-cut), nuts, oils, dried fruits, spices, coffee, tea, and so much more! Similarly, you can also buy vegetables and fruits in bulk during their peak season and preserve them for later consumption. If you bring your own containers to the store, remember to weigh them before filling them. You'll find scales by the bulk section, or you can take the container up to the counter to have an attendant “tare out” the weight of the container for you. Flours, sugars, salts, nuts, grains, canned beans, and vegetables are often indistinguishable from name brands and cost far less.  However, avoid generic yogurt because it often has extra sugar and additives that  counteract the healthy benefits normally found in yogurt. When meat is on sale, by all means stock up! But make sure to freeze it correctly to avoid it being a wallet-drainer. Grocery store packaging isn't meant for long term freezing. You'll want to re-wrap it one or two times. If it's only going to be frozen for a couple of weeks, a freezer bag will be adequate. Anything longer than that requires tin foil, plastic wrap, and freezer bags. The goal is to make sure no air is touching the meat. It's expensive and unhealthy. In processed food, nutrients are stripped away and most of what remains is only sugar, sodium, and chemicals. Getting rid of these foods is a great opportunity to bring healthier, more nutritious meals into your family menu. Compare the cost between sizes by the tag on the shelf. Buy larger sizes of staple (non-perishable) foods if you have the space and money....

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Выбирайте те товары и продукты, на которых сейчас самый сезон. Старайтесь покупать оптом. Покупая видовые марки, вы будете экономить до половины стоимости от их брендовых собратьев. Ищите акции на мясо и замораживайте его правильно. Избегайте расфасованных, обработанных продуктов. Проверьте цену за единицу продукции. Отслеживайте свои расходы.


Article in English: Assemble the brush and one section of pipe. Attach the first piece of pipe to the brush. Insert the brush into the chimney through the fireplace. Using up and down motions, begin to scrub the flue clean. Add another section of pipe to enable you to extend the brush further up the chimney. #*Continue in this fashion until you've cleaned the length of the flue. Buy a pulley rope system to be used with your chimney brush. Two ropes are attached to the brush, one on the top and one on the bottom, and the brush is operated from both the roof and the fireplace. Assemble the pulley system with the brush. Have one person take it up a ladder to the roof. The person on the roof should hold one side of the rope, and drop the other side, with the brush in the middle, through the flue to the other person waiting below. Working together, use the ropes to pull the brush up and down, scrubbing the entire chimney flue.

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Почистите дымоход снизу вверх. Воспользуйтесь системой шкива с другом.


Article in English: Assuming you aren't constrained to immediately adjusting in a cold pool or during an open water swim, you can use your shower or bath to gradually train your body to adjust to the cold. Turn on your water and allow it to warm up. Since the water is warm, this shouldn't be hard at all. Make sure that your hands, feet, and face are all wet, since most of your heat and cold receptors are there. After a few moments, turn the temperature down slightly and shower as normal. Remember, you aren't trying to shock yourself - this is the gradual method of getting used to cold water! At this point, you should be finishing up your shower just in time to adjust to your second temperature change. If you find yourself comfortable though, or needing more time to shower, feel free to drop the temperature a third time. Each day you should find that the temperature drops are a little bit easier. This indicates that your body is getting used to the process and is doing a better job of thermoregulation. Once you have a few days or a week of this process under your belt and the temperature drops aren't as intimidating, lower the starting temperature of your shower. You'll now start the shower at the temperature of your first temperature drop... and your last temperature drop will be colder than you've ever had it before. The exact timing will be different for everyone, depending on how fit you are and how much body fat you have. Ironically, the best body type for this is one that is both in shape and fat! Whenever you are ready, continue to lower your starting temperature again. Before you know it, you'll be comfortable at temperatures that were downright shocking to you before.

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Прогрейте душевую кабинку или ванну. Встаньте под душ. После того как вы привыкнете к новой температуре воды, понизьте ее еще немного. Принимайте такой душ ежедневно. Понизьте начальную температуру воды. Принимайте такой душ каждую неделю или через несколько дней.


Article in English: Assuming you've ascertained that your roof is safe to stand on, and that you're comfortable doing so, set up your ladder right next to the house. Fill a satchel with the chimney brush and extensions, sling it over your shoulder, and climb the ladder.  If you feel any trepidation at the thought of climbing a ladder or standing on your roof, clean your chimney from the bottom instead, using the method outlined below. If you're unsure about the quality of your roof, or if your roof is slanted and you're not sure you'll be able to keep your balance, use the other method. Attach the first piece of pipe to the brush. Insert the brush into the chimney. Using up and down motions, begin to scrub the flue clean. Add another section of pipe to enable you to extend the brush further down the chimney. Continue in this fashion until you've cleaned the length of the flue. If you are using the rope and weight method, attach the weighted rope to the brush. Hold the end of the rope and lower the brush into the chimney. Lift it up and down in a scrubbing motion along the entire length of the flue. Place the supplies in your satchel and climb back down the ladder. Use the small wire brush to clean the bottom of the flue that you may have missed with the brush.

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Поставьте лестницу и поднимитесь наверх. Соберите щетку и одну секцию трубки. Отсоедините трубки и щетку или отделите веревку. Почистите нижнюю часть дымохода.


Article in English: At first, it'll seem hard to find enough new members to make it worth your while, but patience and persistence will pay off in the long run. The best way to seed your new clan with members is to set the clan to "Anyone Can Join," to allow people to drift in and become members without vetting them first. You'll end up with a lot of scrubs, but you can always kick them out later. It's likely you will remain with around five or ten members for a while, depending on your rank. The higher you are in rank, the easier it will be to get people to join. If you're having trouble gaining members, be patient and gather players slowly by leveling up until you reach 20, which tends to be a breakthrough point. Many people will start to join and you will soon have a clan of 50 or more. Once you've got a good base to start with, you can change the settings and start picking stronger players that will improve your clan. Make sure they have moderately strong bases and a sufficient amount of points. If you let anyone in, the member limit will be reached and you'll find that your clan doesn't have very good ranking. Its better to start with a good foundation as a small alliance with good players, rather than a full alliance with all new players who just wanted a clan to be in. Some players like to start out by offering free elder status for the first few, while others look on this as a bad way of doing business. This tends to attract "hoppers," or players who only stick around for a short while and become inactive. It's better to accept and promote only strong players who'll improve your clan, not abandon it. You will find many players there who are not a member of a clan yet. Invite them, and also tell them to join your clan, spelling out your goals for your clan and advertising the benefits of joining.  Invite players from your trophy league, as many as possible to give your clan the biggest and best start the that you can. You can also invite your real-life friends to join up and join your clan before branching out on their...

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Установите в настройках клана, чтобы каждый мог присоединиться. Принимайте сильных игроков. Ищите новых членов через глобальный чат. Рекламируйте свой клан. Избавляйтесь от придурков, попавших в ваш клан. Найдите хорошего сильного друга, который будет помогать вам управляться с кланом.


Article in English: At night, go to a location free from bright lights or significant pollution. Using a compass, find north and stand facing it. The position of the Big Dipper may change depending on your geographic location but will be in the northern area.  The Big Dipper is comprised of 7 stars shaped like a bowl with a handle. The 4 stars making up the bowl are shaped like a rhombus, with the 3 stars making the handle organized in a line to its left or right depending on the hemisphere you are in. The Big Dipper will be easier (or harder) to spot during some seasons, depending on your location. For example, it might be harder to spot the Big Dipper in the winter if you are in the Northern Hemisphere. Spot the 2 stars making up the line opposite the handle of the Big Dipper's bowl (Dubhe and Merak). Trace an imaginary line from that point upward, about 5 times as large as the line between Dubhe and Merak. When you reach a bright star in this approximate location, you have reached the North Star. Divide the sky into 24 sections around the North Star, as evenly as you can estimate. The North Star (or Polaris) can function as the center of a 24 hour clock in the sky. Keep in mind that an analog clock moves 30 degrees per hour, but a Polaris-focused clock will only move 15 degrees per hour and in the opposite direction of an analog clock. After sectioning the sky, estimate the time by using the Big Dipper as an imaginary hour hand. When the Big Dipper's star opposite the handle (Dubhe) passes through your section, this is the raw time. However, keep in mind that this will only give you a rough estimate. For example, if the hand is pointing straight up from the North Star, then the raw time is midnight. If you need a more accurate time reading, then you can perform a calculation to find it. The calculation you need to use is: (Time = Raw Time – [2 X the number of months since March 6]). If the date is March 6 exactly, you will need to make no calculations. During any other day of the year, however, this calculation is vital to...

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Найдите на небе Большую Медведицу. С помощью Большой Медведицы отыщите Полярную звезду. Представьте, что Полярная звезда является центром расположенного на небе большого часового циферблата. Примерно оцените время с помощью Большой Медведицы. Рассчитайте текущее время с помощью специальной формулы. Учтите летнее время.


Article in English: At the beginning of each turn, you should roll the die and move your car mover that number of spaces. Only roll the die once per turn. Read the instructions for the space that you land on and follow them. If you land on an Amusement that doesn't have a Ticket Booth on it, you can buy the Amusement for the amount shown on the space and put one of your Ticket Booths on it.  If you do buy it, you now own that Amusement and have to charge other players an entrance fee if they land on that space. Placing your Ticket Booth on the space shows other players that it is your Amusement. The Ticket Booth does not cost extra. If you land on an Amusement with another player's Ticket Booth on it, pay the owner the dollar amount shown on the space. If that person has a Ticket Booth on both Amusements of the same color, then you have to pay twice the amount shown. If you land on or pass the Go space on the board, then you may collect $2 from the Bank. Make sure that you collect your $2 right after you land on or pass Go. If you wait until the next turn, then it is too late to collect the money. Landing on a Railroad space earns you another roll of the die.  If you land on a Railroad space, then roll the die again and move to the space indicated by the new roll of the die. If you land on the Fireworks or Water Show, then you will need to pay $2 to the "Loose Change" space as an entrance fee to see the show. Place your $2 on the “Loose Change” space. If you land on the "Go to the Rest Rooms" space, pay $3 to the "Loose Change" space and place your car mover token on the "Rest Rooms" space. Do not pass Go and do not collect $2. Going to the “Rest Rooms” is the same as going to Jail in the adult version of Monopoly. If you just land on the "Rest Rooms" space, then you are "Just Waiting." This is like the "Just Visiting" section of the Jail space in the adult version of Monopoly. If you land on the "Loose Change" space, collect any money that is on the space. This rule is like the house rule for using "Free Parking" as a jackpot...

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Бросьте кубик. Приобретайте аттракционы, которыми еще никто не владеет. Уплатите деньги другому игроку, если вы приземлились на ячейку, где установлена билетная касса другого игрока. При каждом прохождении ячейки “ВПЕРЕД! Если вы попали на ячейку с железной дорогой, еще раз бросьте кубик. Если вы попали на ячейку с фейерверком или дельфинарием, положите €2 на ячейку с разменными деньгами. Попав после броска кубика на ячейку “Кафе”, просто дождитесь своего следующего хода. Остановившись на ячейке “Разменные деньги от мистера Монополия”, заберите скопившиеся там деньги.


Article in English: At the bottom of the screen, you will see a display of your current chip count. This represents how much you can wager during a poker game. You can quickly join a game by tapping the red "Play Now" button. You will automatically join a table based on your level and current chip count. You can also search for tables that match specific criteria by tapping the "Hold'Em Tables" button. Use the slider to set the desired stakes and buy-in, and use the drop-down menus to choose player numbers and game speed. Unlike the Facebook version, you are not able to browse all of the available tables. Click the Gear icon in the lower-right corner to adjust your app settings. You can change when you receive notifications, turn the hand strength indicator on or off, and more. The hand strength indicator will help you determine if you have a good hand, but it will cost you 10% of your winnings. You can see a quick overview of your best hand and biggest win by tapping on your name in the bottom-left corner of the app.

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Проверьте, сколько фишек у вас есть. Найдите стол. Измените настройки. Проверьте вашу статистику.


Article in English: At the end of any relationship, there are floods of emotions you go through. Examining what you are really feeling is often avoided because it is difficult and can be painful. Take the time to explore how you really feel about your ex so you will be calm and confident when you pursue her, or you'll be able to move on.  Are you feeling hurt? Sad? Rejected? When relationships don't work, it's easy to feel rejected, like something is “wrong” with you, or just sad over the loss of that connection. Are you jealous she has moved on? Jealousy is a powerful emotion, you may be feeling jealous because you still have feelings for her and she is with someone new, or it may be you wanting to be in any relationship again. Are you lonely? It is common to feel lonely during a breakup, consider that you may just want her back to avoid feeling lonely. Be honest about why the relationship ended; knowing what went wrong in your relationship can help you determine whether it's best to get back together. Think about any issues you may have had in the major areas of safety, trust, honesty, and communication. Also try and investigate why she moved on with someone else. Determine whether your relationship suffered from:  Poor communication, including constant criticism, not sharing your thoughts or feelings, excessive expression of anger, and not being appreciated or feeling neglected. Mistakes or dishonesty like cheating, lying, or stealing. Unequal feelings, where one partner was more intense or invested than the other. External factors like family, culture, or religion. During this time of evaluation and while you are trying to win her back, keep in mind that she is in a new relationship. Try not to obsess over her new relationship, why she choose that guy, or what she sees in him. Centralizing your thoughts there will only make you more upset and you are more likely to come across as jealous.  Instead give them space and the same respect you hope they are giving you and your relationship with her. It is important that you listen...

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Проанализируйте свои чувства. Подумайте о том, что стало причиной разрыва отношений. Относитесь с уважением к ее новым отношениям. Слушайте ее.


Article in English: At the end of the day, you just want to feel comfortable with and confident in the way you look. Hair colour can have a major impact on whether or not you feel like “yourself,” so it’s important to get it right. If there’s a colour you really like and have always wanted to try, don’t let anyone talk you out of going for it. As you get older, lighter and more intense colours aren’t quite as flattering and soft, darker colours become a better choice. Regardless of whether you have a warm or cool skin tone, light blonde will highlight any wrinkles or skin imperfections that you have. Make sure to pick a colour that looks soft instead of harsh on your face. Hair that is damaged as a result of excessive heat tool use, over-washing, and excessive dyeing may be trickier to dye. If your hair is damaged, it might be better to not make a drastic change. However, if you’ve never dyed your hair, then just about any colour will likely attach well to your hair follicle.

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Отдайте предпочтение цвету, который кажется вам правильным. Не забывайте о своем возрасте. Подумайте о здоровье волос.


Article in English: At the heart of postpartum depression and anxiety are negative thoughts. When you think unhealthy thoughts frequently enough, they can become automatic and even comfortable. To overcome your postpartum condition, you will first have to overcome these negative thoughts and the way to do that is to recognize that you are having them. There are many different kinds of negative thoughts. The most common ones that occur with postpartum depression are:  All or Nothing Thinking means seeing things in black and white categories. For example, if your performance falls short of perfect, you see yourself as a total failure. Overgeneralization means seeing a single negative event as a never ending pattern of defeat. Mental Filter means focusing on a negative detail and dwelling on it. Disqualifying the positive means rejecting positive experiences as if they didn't happen. Emotional reasoning means believing the negative emotions you feel reflect reality, when really they might not. Should statements are when guilt occurs because you did not do something that you think you 'should' have. Personalization is when you see yourself as the cause of an event that was actually completely out of your control. Doing this will allow you to look at your negative thoughts in a more objective way. Keep a pad of paper with you and when you realize that you are thinking negatively, write down what you have been thinking, as well as what made you think the negative thought. For example: If you find yourself thinking, “I can't do anything right because my baby won't stop crying”, write it down on your pad of paper. You should also write down what made you think this thought, for example your baby being asleep and then starting to cry out of the blue. Sometimes, we can't see something that is right in front of us because we are too focused on something in our heads. This is the case with postpartum depression and anxiety. Try to separate yourself from your negative thoughts and think about the positive things and accomplishments you have...

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Распознайте свои негативные мысли. Составьте список своих негативных мыслей. Обратите внимание на факты, доказывающие неправильность ваших негативных мыслей. Говорите с собой в сострадательной манере, как если бы говорили с другом. Рассмотрите другие факторы, которые могут быть важными в ситуации, которые вызвали у вас негативные мысли.


Article in English: At the very beginning, this visualization thing may feel pretty frou-frou, if you will. It’ll feel weird and it’ll feel foreign. You have to push past that! It does go away. At the beginning it’s natural to feel uncomfortable being consumed by this dream world, but it’s just a phase. If it doesn’t feel a little funny, you’re probably not doing it right.  This is only remedied by practice, that’s all. There’s no other key than time. As with anything, there’s a learning curve. It’ll only seem steep if you don’t commit. Let yourself go and it’ll go away! You’re the only obstacle to your visualization success. Over time, visualization can activate your brain in the same way that actually doing the activity can. Your brain may not even be able to tell the difference! For example, if you are afraid to sing in front of a crowd, you can imagine yourself doing it. This tricks your brain into thinking that you've done it, making it easier to get up and sing in front of others the next time you have the opportunity. Anybody who wants change overnight will be disappointed. Instead, plan to make realization of your hopes and dreams long term. Visualize where you will be in 5, 10 and 15 years and the sorts of outcomes you want. How will your situation be different and how will you be different? Allow yourself to imagine what that life will be like.  For example, it’s helpful to visualize going to bed earlier or taking a jog at night. But visualizing can also help you achieve more substantial goals. For example, visualize what kind of parent you want to be, the legacy you’ll leave your children, and the kind of person you’ll be when they’re growing up. Visualize what you want to achieve as a human being and what legacies you will leave your friends and community. to remind you of the life you want. This will help you visualize your goals on a regular basis. To make a vision board, post a collection of photos and words that represent your future goals. That way, you can look at them every day to stay motivated as you pursue...

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Дайте визуализации некоторое время, чтобы она стала для вас нормой и начала давать результаты. Сосредоточьтесь на долгосрочных целях. Сделайте доску визуализации Думайте позитивно о своих целях. Будьте реалистичны в отношении целей, которые визуализируете. Визуализируйте от первого лица.


Article in English: At this point, the mother hamster will be a bit less protective, allowing you to go in and clean up after the last two weeks. Clean the cage as you normally would, but place a few pieces of toilet paper in the cage after you are done, as the mother hamster may want to build another nest. Handling babies at this young age will help them get used to human touch. The mother hamster will also be fine with them smelling like you at this stage in the babies development. Keep in mind that baby hamsters can move very quickly, so  take precautions when handling them. Baby hamsters will continue feeding from their mom until they are about 26 days old. After that, the babies should be weaned from their mom. You will need to  check the genders of your baby hamsters and split the boy and girl hamsters up into their own separate cages. They should be put into cages separate from their mother, who will have lost interest in nursing them by this time.  Around 40 days after birth, the litter of hamsters will be capable of mating and reproducing. It is important to separate them before this happens.  Syrian hamsters are solitary animals and should each be put in their own separate cages after around six to seven weeks. This breed of hamster tends to be very territorial and will become aggressive if it feels that its space is being threatened. Dwarf hamsters can live in same-sex pairings and colonies fairly peacefully. Dwarf hamsters will often play together, beginning around the time their eyes open. This is normal, but after approximately 12 weeks you might begin to notice some actual fights occurring. If you see this, you should split the pair into separate cages. If it is occurring in a colony, you should put the hamster that is being bullied into his or her own separate cage.  Beware that if you don't separate them, they may start to breed with each other, leaving you overrun with lots of inbred pups within a few weeks. At five weeks old, your baby hamsters have grown up into adult hamsters. Play with,  feed, and love them...

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Почистите клетку, когда хомячкам исполнится две недели. Когда хомячкам исполнится две недели, начните брать их в руки. Отлучите хомячков от грудного вскармливания, когда им исполнится 4 недели. Отделите самцов от самок.  Ухаживайте за подросшими хомячками как за взрослыми.


Article in English: At what time should you be done with your first assignment, project or activity today? List each activity, starting with the earliest one, and working your way through the hours of the day. Make sure that you work around any appointments or meetings you have. Of course, everyone’s days are different, so each person’s plan will be different. A basic plan could look something like this:  9:00 to 10:00am: Get to the office, check email, send out responses 10:00 to 11:30am: Meeting with George and Sue 11:30 to 12:30pm: Project #1 12:30 to 1:15pm: Lunch (eat healthy!) 1:15 to 2:30pm: Review project #1, meet with Sam and discuss Project #1 2:30 to 4:00pm: Project #2 4:00 to 5:00pm: Start Project #3, set things up for tomorrow 5:00 to 6:30pm: Leave the office, head to the gym 6:30 to 7:00pm: Pick up groceries head home 7:00 to 8:30pm: Make dinner, relax 8:30pm: Go to the movies with Cody It is important to take a moment after each allotted amount of time to review how productive you were during that time. Did you do everything you needed to get done? Then, give yourself a minute to reset--close your eyes and relax. This way you will be able to effectively transition into the next activity you have to do. Sometimes you will need to leave a project and come back to it later. Make sure to make a note of where you left off. This will make it easier to return to the project later on. When you have finished the majority of your day, take a moment to review how successful you were at sticking to your plan. Were you able to finish everything that you wanted to? Where did you slip up? What worked and what didn’t? What distracted you and how can you keep it from distracting you in the future? Keep in mind that some projects will take multiple days or weeks to complete, and that is okay. Try to think about what you accomplished in terms of increments rather than as a whole. If necessary, learn to plan your week in addition to your day to get your project done on time.

Summary in Russian:

Создайте для себя расписание. Переводите внимание на что-нибудь другое практически каждый час. Пересмотрите свой день.


Article in English: At wineries, some wines will be labeled "table wines," meaning they're meant to be drunk instead of kept for years. Lighter wines, including both red and white, fall into this category. Another indicator is the cork. If it's synthetic or a screw top, the wine is probably meant to be drunk fairly quickly. Most wines you'll see in the stores are meant to be consumed fairly quickly, usually within 5 years. White table wines are meant to be chilled, and they will be just fine in the refrigerator. For these wines, you should buy them and drink them within a month or 2.

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Выпивайте недорогие легкие вина в течение нескольких недель. Храните белое вино в холодильнике.


Article in English: Attach half of the tulle bundles to the bust band and the other half to the waist band.  Space the bundles along each band at even intervals. For instance, if you have four bundles on the bust band and four on the waist band, space the bundles apart in even quarters. Attach the bundles to the band by tying a short length of 1/4-inch (0.635-cm) elastic around the center of each bundle. Tie the other end of each elastic string to the waist or bust band. You could also attach the bundles to the band by weaving a safety pin through the tulle and into the band. If possible, wear a strapless mini-dress or bodysuit in a color that matches the tulle.  If you cannot find a dress that matches the color of the tulle, wear one in white or black. Short shorts and a tube top can also be worn instead of a solid dress or bodysuit. For a more conservative appearance, you could also wear tights or leggings. Wear the bust band around the bust and the waist band around the waist. If you want to skip the elastic bands, you can use safety pins to fix the bunches directly to the mini-dress or bodysuit.  Slide the safety pin through the tulle near its base. You may need multiple pins for each tulle bundle. Keep the fabric of the dress or bodysuit as flat as possible as you pin it. If you gather too much fabric into the pin, you will end up causing the dress to bunch. If this happens, it may become difficult or impossible to slip the dress on. You may need to try the dress or bodysuit on as you work to make sure that it still fits. Make sure that there are as few empty spots as possible on the dress. This option is preferable over the previous method if you have many small bunches of tulle. If you only have 8 to 12 bunches, either method can be used. For any more than that, however, the use of waist and bust bands is not recommended.

Summary in Russian:

Привяжите или приколите тюль к поясам из резинки. Наденьте пояса поверх платья мини или боди. Как вариант, можно приколоть тюль сразу к платью.


Article in English: Attend the funeral and/or memorial service of your friend. Write a letter to your departed friend to get your feelings out and in the open. You should realize that it is normal to feel confused and hurt after a friend dies, and avoiding that pain will not make it go away. Instead, recognize your pain so that you can move on and heal. Many people focus memories of friends and family around how or when they died. Remembering them in this way can be painful. Instead, talk about stories of their life. Remember the things that you did together, and the things that they enjoyed doing the most. You might even set aside a day each year (their birthday for example) to visit their resting place or just have a moment of silence in their honor. Celebrating your friend is different from mourning them. It should not be about the pain of your loss, but about the joy of having had them in your life. Once you have had a chance to grieve, it will be time to start moving past the pain. Do something lively and exciting to distract yourself, and little by little, you will start to feel normal again. When thoughts of your friend do come up, refocus them to be about happy memories rather than painful ones.  The time it takes a person to mourn will be different depending on the person and the relationship they had with their friend. You are not on any specific timetable. For example, you could try activities like exercise, going out with friends, trying new foods, or travelling to new places. Make sure to be gentle with yourself if you find that your grief comes in waves over time. Talk to people that you trust. You can open up to them about how you feel, or simply talk about other things to give your mind a break. If they offer to take you out or spend time with you, take them up on the offer and make an effort to enjoy yourself, even if only for a short time. A support group can help you deal with the loss of your friend. You will meet other people that are going through similar situations, and hear their stories. Even if you do...

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Выделите время, чтобы оплакать друга. Отпразднуйте жизнь своего друга. Попробуйте что-нибудь новое. Положитесь на друзей и семью. Присоединитесь к группе поддержки. Позвольте себе обрести счастье.


Article in English: Audio CDs differ from standard CDs in that they will automatically play audio when inserted into a CD player or stereo. When buying blank CDs, look for "recordable" or "audio" in the description. Most Mac computers and many Windows computers don't ship with optical drives (also known as DVD drives) into which you can insert a CD, meaning you might need to buy a USB optical drive. You can find these in tech stores and online.  If your computer has an optical drive, look for the word "DVD" on or near the drive. If you don't see "DVD" there, the drive that you have cannot burn CDs and you'll still need to buy an external one. Make sure that your optical drive has burn capabilities. This feature should be mentioned in the product description. If you're using a Mac, you'll need a USB-C optical drive, or a USB 3.0 to USB-C adapter. This is at the bottom of the menu. Doing so will prompt iTunes to begin burning your playlist's songs onto the CD. This process can take up to half a minute per song, so be patient. When the burning process completes, you can eject your CD from the optical drive and try playing it in a stereo (or another computer) to test it.

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Удостоверьтесь, что у вас есть аудиодиск. Подключите к компьютеру внешний оптический привод (если нужно). Щелкните по Записать. Извлеките компакт-диск.


Article in English: Authentic carved cameos can be made of shell or natural stone, while authentic painted cameos are typically made from porcelain.  As a general rule, any carved cameo made from a natural material can be considered authentic. Some of the materials used include shell, agate, carnelian, onyx, ivory, lava, coral, jet, bone, mother of pearl, and various gemstones. A cameo is referred to as being non-authentic or fake if it has been made with plastic or resin. Hold your cameo up to the light. Regardless of the material and the age, you should see no chips or cracks in the foundation material.  Soft plastics chip easier than shell, porcelain, and stone do. Hard resins are fairly chip-resistant, though. This speaks more to the cameo's value rather than its authenticity. A chipped cameo might be real, but these signs of damage will cause its market value to decline. The majority of antique cameos will have a figure facing right. After that, a leftward facing figure is most common, followed by a forward facing figure.  Since figures on authentic vintage cameos can face in any of these three directions, this alone is definitely not an indication of authenticity. If you have other reason to doubt whether or not the cameo is real, though, the fact that the figure faces left or forward instead of right, as is most common, could give you further reason for doubt. An authentic cameo will have high-quality figures on it. The natural curves of the chin and mouth should be reflected in the design, and the figure will usually have rounded cheeks.  Portrait cameos that have a straight nose are usually from the Victorian era. Portraits with strong, "Roman" noses are usually dated before the 1860s. A nose that looks "cute" or button-like usually indicates a newer cameo created in the 21st century. If the nose is turned up and the features are flat, it could be a sign that the cameo is fairly modern and likely created with lasers, making it non-authentic. Flip the cameo over and look at the pin on its back. An antique or vintage...

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Какие материалы являются подлинными. Осмотрите камею на наличие трещин. Определите направление лица. Изучите черты лица. Определите тип булавки. Обратите внимание на детали. Взвесьте камею в руке.


Article in English: Autism is a neuro-developmental disability that generally leads to differences in communication and social skills, unique patterns of thought and behavior, and divergent sensory experiences. It is a neurological difference that can present difficulties, but also advantages. Autistic people, experiencing the differences and urges themselves, can offer the greatest insight into how autism works. They also present a more inclusive view than many parent-run organizations. Steer clear of overly negative sources like Autism Speaks. Autistic people are extremely diverse, so any two autistic people could be very different from each other. One person might have severe sensory issues with strong social skills and strong executive function, while another may have few sensory issues while struggling with basic social interaction. Not every autistic person flaps their hands, or stims in noticeable ways. Thus, it can be hard to make generalizations or assumptions.   Keep this fact in mind when explaining autism to someone else. It is important to express that not all autistic people act the same way, just as not all neurotypical people act the same way. When describing an autistic person, emphasize their unique needs, strengths, and differences. Some autistic people find communicating with others to be very difficult. Some of these difficulties may be easy to spot, while others may be much more subtle. Autistic people may experience:   Unusually singsong flat tone of voice, creating odd rhythms and pitches Repeating questions or phrases (echolalia) Difficulty expressing needs and desires Taking longer to process spoken words, not responding quickly to instructions, or becoming confused by too many words spoken too quickly  Literal interpretation of language (confused about sarcasm, irony, and figures of speech) When speaking with an autistic person, you may find yourself wondering if they are really paying attention to you, or even care that you’re there. Don't let this bother you. Keep in mind that:  Some autistic people...

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Узнайте общее определение аутизма. Узнайте, что говорят об аутизме люди с таким расстройством. Каждый человек с аутизмом уникален. Отличия в общении. Отличия при взаимодействии с окружающим миром. Большинство людей с аутизмом любят порядок.


Article in English: Autistic body language can be different from non-autistic body language, and autistic people may not always realize what an expression or gesture means.  Don't expect eye contact. Autistic people often pay attention better when they don't have to look at people's eyes. Expect fidgeting and unusual movements. Learn your loved one's baseline, and what their unique body language means. Due to this confusion about body language, an autistic person will more than likely not produce body language that matches the way she is feeling. This is also the case with tone. Because of this, it is important to remind yourself not to read into or be offended by any rude tone or body language that is directed at you.  For example, your loved one’s tone may seem short and rude, yet they may be in a fantastic mood.  Watching their stims may offer cues. For example, if a boy only flaps his hands when he is happy, then this is probably a reliable sign that nothing is actually wrong. Even if they are upset, it may not be your fault. For example, a barking dog may have been putting them on edge all day. This means that while the autistic person is fully capable of understanding language, it may be hard for their brain to translate spoken words to their meanings as quickly as you can. Gauge their reaction to verbal instructions or long lists. They may need written instructions, or she may just require more processing time before responding.  They may be unable to remember spoken lists, and need written and/or illustrated lists as well. Give them time to think and process. They may be slower to respond. They may be better at reading and writing than at handling spoken conversation. Your loved one may have a hard time communicating in busy places where there is a lot of noise. In places where multiple people are talking, your loved one may become stressed and overwhelmed. Instead, communicate with them in calm environments where little is going on.  If a room is crowded, move elsewhere. Try using AAC if you cannot move (e.g. sign...

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Поймите, что общение может быть сопряжено с трудностями. Не придавайте значения тону речи и языку тела. Поймите, что проблема может заключаться в обработке слуховой информации. Создайте спокойные условия для общения. Развивайте концентрацию, чтобы улучшить социальные навыки.


Article in English: Avoid being lost and confused on your first day by looking up everything you can find about your school online. Your school’s website will have directions, a list of all the important places, and maybe even a school map. If you can find a school map online, print it out or download it to your phone so you can check it instead of asking for directions. Try calling the school and asking for a tour of the campus before you start. Ask your tour guide how to find the bathrooms, the gym, the cafeteria, and the library. If you already have your schedule, you can ask where to find each class. Knowing your teachers beforehand can help ease your first-day jitters. Email your teachers to introduce yourself and find out where the rest of the class is in their studies, especially if you’re coming in the middle of the year.  You can write something like “Hi! I’m Florence! I’ll be in your first-period math class. We just moved here from California and I want to make sure I’m not behind. Can you let me know what we’ll be covering when I start on Monday?” If you can’t email your teachers, introduce yourself on your first day! If you’re changing schools in the same area or moving to a place you’ve already been to, you might already know some of your classmates! You can search on social media for students at your new school, or ask your friends and family if they know anyone who goes to your new school. The school website will have a list of clubs, teams, and sports. See if your school has anything you’re interested in, and email the coaches or faculty leaders to ask if you can join. You could look up statistics or video of past games, tournaments, plays, and events as well. Do not be afraid to ask for help if you are confused about something. You can talk to a teacher, administrator, or guidance counselor. If you can’t find your classes, keep up with the work, or have another problem, reach out for help. You can also ask other students for advice. Chances are, the person who has a locker next to yours knows the trick to...

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Найдите сайт школы в интернете. Организуйте экскурсию по школе. Напишите электронное письмо своим учителям. Выясните, есть ли у вас знакомые в новой школе. Найдите кружки или команды, в которые вы бы хотели записаться. Обратитесь за помощью, если она вам нужна.


Article in English: Avoid doing your homework, eating, talking on the phone, or thinking about stressful things in bed. Try to associate your bed only with restful sleep. This will help train your brain to start the process of falling asleep when you crawl into bed. Your body temperature needs to decrease when you go to sleep. A hot room can prevent this, so do your best to keep the temperature around 68 °F (20 °C). Use a fan if it’s hot, or talk to your parents about lowering your room’s temperature. If your overhead light doesn't have a dimmer, turn it off and use a lamp to light your room at night. Turn off the all lights in your room when you're ready to go to sleep.  Keeping the lights dim or off will also help create the right environment for sleep. If your room is too bright at night, get a lightweight sleeping mask. If the rising sun is a problem, ask your parents for blackout curtains. When you go to bed, keep your phone screen off, don’t watch TV, and don’t use your computer. Light from the screen will trick your brain into thinking it’s daytime.  If you can’t resist the urge to check your phone or computer in the middle of the night, think about removing electronic devices from your room. Mute your phone or turn it on silent. If you have a "do not disturb" setting on your phone, turn it on before you go to bed. If you have a clock that ticks in your room, consider removing it. If you don't want to, put it in a desk or drawer for the night while you sleep. It might be annoying when your parents nag you about cleaning your room. However, clean sheets and a clutter-free space can help put you at ease. A soothing air freshener, bed linens spray, or diffuser could also help you relax at bedtime. Relaxing scents include orange blossom, chamomile, and lavender. You can buy scented drawer liners that come in many different relaxing scents as well. Look for them at department stores, home goods stores, and online.

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Используйте свою постель исключительно для сна. Следите, чтобы в спальне было прохладно по ночам. Приглушайте и выключайте свет в спальне. Выключайте электронные устройства или выносите их в другую комнату. Следите за чистотой в спальне. Используйте в своей комнате средства с успокаивающими ароматами.


Article in English: Avoid rushing to bed early or trying to push your bedtime later. Either of these behaviors could make your parents suspicious. Instead, maintain your regular schedule to prevent unwanted attention. If you leave the light on, your parents will see it through the crack under the door. Keep it off until after they’ve gone to bed. Once everyone is asleep, you can turn it back on. Just shove a blanket around the bottom of the door to block excess light in case anyone gets up to go to the bathroom. Keep tabs on when everyone goes to bed. If you hear footsteps outside your door, shove your belongings under the covers in case your parents are coming to check on you. If someone does come in, immediately lay motionless and breathe evenly in order to appear asleep. If you’re worried you’re going to fall asleep, find things to do on your phone or tablet. Try texting with a friend or playing a fun game. Sip water and try to save the energy drink for later since drinking it this early could cause you to crash. If you share a room with a sibling, you’ll need to do this under the covers or even wait until they've drifted off to sleep. Be sure your sounds are all the way off, even the vibrate function, since this still makes some noise. Headphones are another option, but you risk not hearing your parents’ footsteps outside your door. Also, dim the screen down as far as it can go. If you need to quickly shove your device under the covers, it will be less noticeable. Even if you don't usually do this, keep the blanket under your legs. If your screen brightness is down really low and your device is near your legs, it is harder to see the light. Try this if there is no quick hiding spot for your preferred electronic device. After your parents go to bed, you may have to wait up to an hour to be completely sure they’re asleep. If you share a room with a sibling or with your parents, listen for deep, even breathing.

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Ложитесь спать в обычное для вас время. Выключите свет. Обращайте внимание на признаки бодрствования ваших родителей. Бодрствуйте. Отключите звук на электронных устройствах. Подождите, пока все уснут.


Article in English: Avoid shaking the soil from the roots any more than necessary, since this will allow them to dry and cause the delicate, hairlike feeder roots to die. Also avoid splaying the root ball before planting; although it may seem like you're giving the roots room to breathe, this process actually does more to hurt the root ball than help it. Typically, the top of the tree's root ball should remain only 1 or 2 inches (2.5 or 5.1 cm) below the ground when the tree is seated and the hole is filled all around (backfilled). Palm trees often have curved trunks, so the plant may not be plumb (vertical) when you finish the project. Also make sure to find the front side of the palm, e.g. the side that has been given the most sunlight. Depending on your preference, you'll probably want the sunny side of the palm facing a spot where you can enjoy it. If the palm is in the front yard, that probably means facing the street; if it's in the backyard, that probably means facing the house. Fill the hole with a washed plaster-grade sand backfill, watering as you go. The sand backfill will ensure good drainage plus provide rigidity so you may not have to brace the tree. Build a soil barrier a bit like a berm or dam all the way around the outside of the hole. This will help retain water for the newly planted tree.  Once you’ve finished the barrier, you are ready to water. The barrier will guarantee enough moisture to keep the palm’s roots from hardening.

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Снимите обертку с корневого кома (обычно это кусок мешковины или пленка). Разместите дерево так, чтобы верхняя часть корневого кома находилась немного ниже уровня земли. Выровняйте дерево. Засыпьте яму для высадки, слегка покрывая корону. Создайте земляной барьер.


Article in English: Avoid the temptation to touch, pick at, or squeeze your abscess. Doing so can spread bacteria and cause further inflammation and a bigger infection.  Blot away any pus or liquid draining from the abscess with a clean tissue or bandage. Avoid direct contact between your skin and the fingers blotting away the liquid. Throw away the bandage immediately and don’t reuse it. Always wash your hands before and after you tend to your abscess so you don't spread an infection. Dangerous infections like MRSA can get into your body through an abscess. Wash your hands with soap and water. Heat a cup of water so that it’s warm to hot and won’t burn your skin. Dip a clean bandage or soft cloth water and place it on the abscess and skin around it. Applying warm or hot compresses can help drain your abscess and reduce your pain and discomfort.  Apply the compresses several times a day. Rub the abscess with the cloth in a gentle circular motion, which can release pus from it. Seeing a little blood when you do this is normal. Fill your bathtub or small container with lukewarm water. Then soak your body in the tub or the abscess in the water for 10-15 minutes. Soaking may help the abscess drain naturally and minimize your pain and discomfort.  Clean the tub or small container thoroughly before and after you use it. Consider sprinkling the water with baking soda, uncooked oatmeal or colloidal oatmeal, or Epsom salt. These may calm your skin and help to drain the boil naturally. Wash the abscess with a mild antibacterial soap and clean, warm water. Make sure to clean any skin around the abscess, too. Dab your skin dry with a soft, clean towel.  Wash the abscess with an antiseptic cleanser if you prefer to use something stronger than soap.  Part of washing your abscess is showering or bathing daily. Maintaining good personal hygiene can heal the abscess and minimize the risk of further infections. Once your abscess is clean, loosely place sterile gauze or a bandage over it. To prevent infection, change the bandage if the abscess...

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Не трогайте нарыв. Приложите к абсцессу теплый компресс. Замочите участок с абсцессом. Очистите кожу вокруг нарыва. Наложите на абсцесс стерильную повязку. Принимайте обезболивающие, если необходимо. Стирайте вещи, которые касаются абсцесса. Носите свободную одежду.


Article in English: Avoiding your emotions may provide temporary relief, but ultimately, ignoring or denying how you feel will cause more problems than it fixes. Research has even shown that cancer patients who avoid processing their emotions deteriorate more quickly than those who accept and process what they’re feeling. Examples of avoidance strategies include the following:  Making yourself too busy to think about the issue Denying that the problem exists Ignoring the problem or refusing to talk about it Using distractions to make you feel better (TV, alcohol, food, gambling, etc.) Focusing on the worst-case scenario The emotions connected to a difficult or traumatic life event can be incredibly painful, and it can seem overwhelming to know where to start when trying to process these deep feelings. However, there are four stages of emotional processing that all individuals need to go through in order to initiate recovery.  ‘’Circuit-breaking.’’ This stage often occurs soon after the trauma and is sometimes described as feeling “numb” or “in shock.” When your body is overloaded, as with traumatic events, your systems shut down. Your brain loses between 50-90% of its peak functioning. Your other body systems may also shut down, so that you experience sudden symptoms, such as sleeplessness or headaches, that you didn’t have previously. You may also see other symptoms you had subside, such as arthritis and even acne. ‘’Return of feelings.’’ Once the initial numbness subsides -- and that varies dramatically according to each individual -- feelings will return. They may gradually return, or they may hit you all at once. You may also experience wild fluctuation between emotional states during this stage, where your feelings vary day-to-day and even moment-to-moment. ‘’Constructive action.’’ This stage is strongly linked to stage 2, and you will find it difficult to do one without the other. As you become more in touch with your feelings, take actions to restore your sense of power and meaning. For example, if you used to be in an...

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Не подавляйте ваши эмоции. Обработка эмоций в проблемной ситуации. Обработка чувств. Выражайте себя. Создайте «круг поддержки». Учитесь на прошлом опыте.


Article in English: Babies and toddlers subjected to abuse can show signs of regression. They might go back to thumb sucking, wetting their pants or beds (even if they were already potty trained), and an obvious reversion of their ability to verbally communicate. Young children who are abused can suddenly develop fear for a specific location, like their daycare, fear for a specific person, or a specific look (women with long hair, men with beard, etc). Toddlers who are abused will have deviations in their usual sleep patterns and will wake up with nightmares more often. If you notice that your toddler, or a toddler you are caring for, is having a very difficult time sleeping, or they are having an increasing number of nightmares, these may be signs of abuse.

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Обратите внимание на признаки регрессии. Присмотритесь к наблюдательному страху. Обратите внимание на любые проблемы со сном.


Article in English: Back flipping is a fairly strenuous activity, and it's pretty easy to strain a muscle if you're not careful. Make sure your body is fully warmed up before you flip, and pay special attention to stretching out your core, legs, ankles, arms, wrists and neck. Stand with your feet approximately one shoulder width apart, then rise up onto your toes and stretch your arms straight into the air.  Remember to keep your back straight (so your body is perpendicular to the ground) and your eyes facing straight ahead. Standing on your toes will allow you to get more power in your jump and will also help you to achieve good form. About halfway through the flip, when you are completely upside down, you need to spot your landing. This will help you land safely and make a successful backflip. Spotting your landing should come natural.  You can do this by tilting your head back just far enough so you can see the ground. Try to pick out the exact spot you'll land on, as this will help you to gauge when to come out of your tuck.

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Сначала надо размяться. Встаньте на цыпочки. Отметьте, куда вы будете приземляться.


Article in English: Bacopa plants have a little quirk: they lose flowers and foliage if allowed to dry out. If your Bacopa plant gets very dry it will cease flowering for a few weeks. Try to prevent this from happening, keep the soil well-watered.  Avoid mulching as this may cause your low growing Bacopa to rot. You may find it easier to grow the plants in containers so you can more easily control moisture levels. Make sure the container drains well. Try to feed your Bacopa once every three weeks during the growing season to promote flowering. You should see flowers appearing from mid to late spring, and lasting through until summer. Avoid watering seedlings with a water-soluble fertilizer that you spray from above, as this can ‘burn’ them. You can combat aphids by spraying bug spray on your plants, or by hosing the aphids off with water. However, be careful not to damage your Bacopa by spraying them with a hose. If your Bacopa gets very woody in the lower branches by mid summer, or is producing fewer flowers, try cutting the plant back by about a third. Feed and water after doing this to help the plant to start thriving again. Old, woody growth will hold moisture and may rot. If you are in zone 9 or above, cut your Bacopa plants back again in the fall. This encourages them to re-grow in the spring. In cooler zones, take cuttings in the fall then bring them inside the house to propagate over winter. Plant them outside again in the spring.

Summary in Russian:

Не позволяйте бакопе высыхать. Подкармливайте растение жидким удобрением. Защитите бакопу от тли. Обрежьте бакопу.


Article in English: Bacteria can adversely affect growth. Remember to wash on and under your nails when washing your hands. When handling anything dirty, like when you're working in the garden, make sure to wear gloves to minimize contact with dirt. While many people have no problem remembering to add lotion to their arms, legs, and hands, they neglect their nails. Each time you use hand lotion, rub the lotion over your nails and into the cuticles. This will help keep your nails strong and healthy and prevent hangnails. However, not all nails take to every moisturizer. If your nails appear cracked or otherwise damaged after using a moisturizer, try another brand. Harsh chemicals from cleaners can harm fingernails.You also want to keep your nails dry to promote growth, so you should avoid contact with water. Each time you need to clean, put on a pair of rubber gloves to protect your nails. It's important to file and shape your nails regularly, even when growing them out, but how you file affects nail growth. Do not file your nails back and forth. Instead, file them on either side, working towards the center. Try to file into a square shape, as this tends to cause less breakage. If you're growing your nails out to get a particular shape, stick with a basic square shape. Once your nails are at your desired length, you can file them into the shape you want. Go for a strengthener made of keratin protein. You can buy nail strengthener online or at a drug store. Apply your strengthener once every three days to promote nail growth.

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Поддерживайте ногти в чистом состоянии. Увлажняйте ногти. При работе с чистящими средствами используйте перчатки. Правильно обрабатывайте ногти пилочкой. Купите средство для укрепления ногтей.


Article in English: Baking soda will help to remove any odors from mildew or dirty cloths. Close the door. Load two cups (473ml) of white vinegar into the detergent tray. The vinegar and baking soda will create a reaction that cleans the drum of your washing machine. Always check the instruction manual that came with your machine for specific cleaning recommendations. Set your washing machine to do a cleaning cycle (if you have that option). If not, set it to do a regular wash. Choose a high-temperature wash so that the baking soda and vinegar will have a chance to react. Let the machine run through a full wash and rinse cycle. If your HE washer has a cleaning cycle, the owner's manual will have specific instructions about when to add the vinegar and baking soda. If your machine is very smelly and you suspect mildew is growing inside the drum, run a cycle with bleach. Load two cups (473ml) of bleach loaded into the bleach dispenser. Run a wash and rinse cycle. To completely rinse out your machine, run another rinse cycle without anything in the drum. Never run a cycle with baking soda, vinegar, and bleach. These can create a dangerous reaction that could damage your machine. Pop off the detergent dispenser panel and soak it in warm water. Remove the panel and spray it with all-purpose cleaner. Wipe it clean and pop it back into place. If your machine has a fabric softener dispenser, you should clean and wipe its panel as well. Spray a clean cloth or rag with multi-purpose cleaner. Wipe along all exterior surfaces of your washing machine. You'll wipe up any lint, dust and hair that can build up on the outside. Keeping the outside of your machine can prevent dust and dirt from getting into your machine.

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Засыпьте треть стакана (75 граммов) пищевой соды в барабан. Включите машину. Удалите пятна в очень грязной машине. Извлеките и вымойте лоток подачи моющего средства. Вымойте стиральную машину снаружи.


Article in English: Balance protein, dairy and carbs in the morning for a natural energy boost. Alternate between these three example breakfast options:  One cup of vanilla yogurt, 2 cups of melon, and ¾ cup cooked oatmeal. One cup of low-fat cottage cheese, one banana, and one whole-wheat bagel. Two scrambled eggs, ½ cup of blueberries, and 2 pieces of whole-wheat toast. Lunch is a great time to fit in protein (for an energy boost) and produce to keep you from feeling weighed down while you finish your day. Try alternating between these three example lunch options:  Arugula salad with salmon, onions, and tomatoes. Use Italian dressing. Pita stuffed with chicken, tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, and feta. Rye bread sandwich with spinach, mozzarella, hummus, and tomatoes. Eat a small dinner and try to eat it further in advance of going to sleep (your body won’t be able to burn enough of the calories if you eat right before sleeping). Examples of healthy dinners include:  Lemon pan-seared chicken, steamed broccoli, a side salad, and garlic mashed potatoes. Quinoa with bacon pieces, peas, and carrots with a side of steamed kale. Grilled salmon with roasted asparagus and spinach salad with cherry tomatoes, carrot slices, and vinaigrette dressing. Eat one snack in between breakfast and lunch as well as between lunch and dinner. This will keep you from getting faint or hungry and will also help you not to overeat when it’s time for meals. Examples of healthy snacks include:  Carrot and celery sticks. 1/4 cup hummus and 3 pieces of broccoli. Apple slices with a handful of almonds Drink sixteen-ounces of water with every meal and at least once more during the day. Take the stairs, stand when you work at your computer, and go for a walk around your building while you eat lunch. Make it your goal to exercise with variety, for at least a total of one hour a day. This does not need to be all at once. When exercising, make sure you are getting your heart rate up for at least ten minutes at a time. Here are some example exercises (try to do all...

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Начинайте с завтрака. Всегда обедайте. Не забывайте про ужин. Подкрепляйтесь легкими закусками. Пейте воду. Двигайтесь. Займитесь физкультурой.


Article in English: Balancing on such a small part of your foot may cause you to wobble and the longer you hold the levitation, the more the illusion will fade.  This trick has the biggest effect when it’s over quickly. You want to show your audience that you can float, but you don’t want to give anyone enough time to get a really good look at what you’re doing. Perform the trick for maybe 5-10 seconds before coming down. Begin lowering your arms before you put your foot down to divert your audience’s attention away from your feet.  Just as you did you when you were starting your levitation, move your arms down and up slightly as if you’re floating down. Keeping your arms out will also help you keep your balance and not put your foot down too quickly. As you begin to lower your front foot you can also plant your back foot more firmly on the ground for support.  Keep your arms moving and don’t rush. You want to slowly lower your foot rather than just stomping it down to keep the illusion up. Slowly lowering it will make you like you’re controlling your descent instead of just shifting your weight back. When you make contact with the ground you can then make bend your knees and give your landing some impact.  Hitting the ground with a tiny bit of force will give the illusion of landing back on the ground rather than just putting your foot down. Giving your landing some weight will also help you disguise shifting your balance back. Note that after you are done levitating and have both feet on the ground, slowly lower your toes while bringing down your arms.

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Ограничьтесь непродолжительной левитацией. Сначала начните опускать руки. Опустите стопы обратно на пол. Обыграйте приземление, немного присев в момент соприкосновения с полом.


Article in English: Bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast are the foods that have been proven to help prevent diarrhea, but can also help symptoms of nausea and vomiting. The BRAT diet is not meant to be used long-term, as it does not provide necessary nutrients to your body. Once your nausea has subsided, you should start adding in fresh fruits and vegetables and then return to your normal diet. If the BRAT diet is too restrictive, you can add bland foods into the mix. Nausea can often be made worse by spicy foods. Even if food doesn’t sound good, attempt to eat some saltine crackers or bread to try and help settle your stomach. Eating right before you lay down to sleep can increase nausea. Give yourself enough time to fully digest your meal before sleep. Eating close to bedtime can also increase the possibility of heartburn. Even if your nausea typically occurs at night, eating more frequent, small meals can help prevent nausea. Keeping your stomach mostly full might also help prevent nausea from becoming more severe. These tend to exacerbate nausea. Your body can also have more difficulty processing these foods. It’s best to aim for light and healthy foods (fresh fruits and vegetables) that can keep your body working smoothly.

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Перейдите на диету БРЯГ. Ешьте пресную пищу. Не ешьте перед сном. Ешьте небольшими порциями несколько раз на день. Откажитесь от жирной или острой пищи.


Article in English: Basic colors like white or light pastels work best, but bright colors and patterns should be avoided. Choose a single-breasted style in a dark color like black, navy, gray, or brown. The jacket should be tailor-fit for both men and women. Garments that come as part of a two-piece suit are best, but if you buy your slacks separately, you should match the color to the color of your jacket. Both trousers and skirts are appropriate business attire for women. Select a pencil skirt that matches the color your suit jacket, preferably black, navy, gray, or brown. Men should consider formal lace-up styles, like Oxfords, in black or dark brown. Women can wear low heels, but avoid high heels or strappy styles that look more sexy than professional. Black and dark brown shoes are the most appropriate and least distracting. This applies mostly to men. Black socks are the most common since they create a smooth transition between dark slacks and dark shoes. Hosiery is necessary for skirts and recommended for trousers, as well. Select a tie made of high-quality fabric, like silk, and a subdued color or pattern. Avoid bold patterns and character prints. The color of your belt should fit in with the color scheme the rest of your outfit follows. This applies to both men and women. Watches and other jewelry should be low-key. Avoid any non-traditional jewelry, like eyebrow piercings or nose piercings.

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Наденьте рубашку на пуговицах с воротником. Накиньте шерстяной пиджак. Брюки и пиджак должны сочетаться. Выбирайте юбку до колен, если вы женщина. Носите обувь из полированной кожи. Носите кожаную обувь с закрытым носком. Подбирайте носки в зависимости от цвета костюма. Наденьте капроновые колготки, если вы женщина. Выберите консервативный галстук, если вы мужчина. Подберите к костюму и обуви пояс. Используйте как можно меньше украшений.


Article in English: Basic stock photo sites like Dreamstime, freedigitalphotos.net, and Shutterstock are popular choices for amateur photographers, while the pros often choose Getty Images or Corbis. Each of these sites has a different pay rate, but most sites offer at least 30% commission. Be sure to check each site’s commission rate before you sign up. Often, the most popular sites pay the smallest commission. Whether or not you want to sell quickly for less money or wait longer for more money is up to you! Every site has its own requirements for download quality and its own focus on themes. Your images won't be accepted if you don't follow the site's specific requirements. Make sure your photos meet the requirements and fit the site's theme before you submit them. For example, Dreamstime requires a minimum of 3 megapixels for download size, and they also prefer business-oriented photos. Registration with the site that you choose is usually free. If the site isn't free, you may want to reconsider using them unless the fee is pretty cheap and a one-time payment. Be sure to read the site's instructions carefully, because there’s often important information about payment and copyright issues included. Most sites will pay you via Paypal, although a few sites may pay via check through the mail. You will need to provide the email address associated with your Paypal account, along with any additional information they require. If you don't have a Paypal account, set one up. When you're paid varies from site to site. Some only pay you when you request a cash-out, and others pay on a specific day of the month. Make sure you are registering with a reputable site before giving them your account information or home address. Registering for multiple sites can let you make more money, but be careful! If you sell an image on one site, you may have to remove it on all your other sites. Also, some sites will offer exclusive contracts that pay you more if you only sell your photos to them. Read all the fine print before registering to multiple sites!

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Уточните ставки на разных сайтах. Изучите требования и тематику сайта, чтобы избежать отказов. Зарегистрируйте учетную запись. Изучите варианты и выберите способ получения оплаты. Зарегистрируйтесь на нескольких сайтах.


Article in English: Battery leaks can contain caustic chemicals that irritate the skin, lungs, and eyes. Always wear rubber, nitrile, or latex gloves before you handle the leaking battery or the leaked material. Wearing safety goggles or a face mask is highly recommended when handling car batteries or lithium batteries. Work in an area with good ventilation, blowing away from your face.  If you feel a burning sensation in your eyes or on your skin, or if the spill gets on you, leave the area and remove affected clothing. Rinse in lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 30 minutes.  Acid leaks, typically from a car battery, are much more dangerous than alkaline battery leaks. For small batteries, use transparent plastic so you can identify the type of battery before you continue. For car batteries and other large batteries, put them inside two trash bags, ideally made from 6mm+ (0.2 in) thick polyethylene. Tie or seal the bag closed immediately. Batteries for cars and other motor vehicles are almost always lead-acid batteries. Smaller batteries that slot into electric devices are more varied, so examine the label to find the type. The most common types for small batteries are alkaline, lithium, and nickel cadmium, followed by lead-acid. Size and shape alone are not reliable identification methods. If the only label is the voltage display (V), you can make an educated guess: Alkaline batteries have voltages that are multiples of 1.5. Lithium battery voltages can vary, but are often written as multiples of 3 to 3.7. Nickel cadmium voltages are multiples of 1.2, and lead-acid batteries are multiples of 2. Be sure only to follow the instructions for your type of battery. Treating the spill with the wrong chemical could cause an explosion. See the end of the next section for information on battery disposal and cleaning electrical contacts.

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Защитите свои руки и лицо. Поместите батарейку в несколько пакетов. Определение типа батарейки. Угадайте тип батарейки по ее напряжению. Перейдите к следующей части.


Article in English: Be aware of your behavior because good students never cause disruptions or distractions during class. Don't talk to other students while class is in session, don't interrupt your fellow students or your teacher while they are talking, don't use your cellphone in class, don't curse or talk back to your teacher, and don't speak without raising your hand. If your teacher can tell that you are not putting any effort into your homework or class assignments, they won't be very impressed with you. Teachers like students who study for tests, turn in their homework assignments and participate in group projects. If you're having trouble with your schoolwork, approach your teacher and ask them for help. If your teacher sees that you're trying, they'll usually appreciate your effort. Teachers appreciate students who genuinely enjoy learning and helping in the classroom. Always volunteer during class, offer to arrive early or stay late to help prepare a lesson or clean up the classroom, and ask your teacher if there are any extracurricular activities for you to get involved in. If you improve as a student, your relationship with your teacher should improve as well.

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Не срывайте занятия. Больше старайтесь в учебе. Делайте все возможное и невозможное, чтобы участвовать в занятиях.


Article in English: Be careful about letting feed go to waste, as wastage means that you need to spend more on feed. Once a cow learns that she will get feed after she's eaten half of the bale, it'll be harder to get her to clean up after herself.  Do not overgraze a pasture, nor let it be too under-grazed.  This is important if you want to maintain pasture health in order to maintain the animal's health. See How to Feed Cattle for more information on proper feed and feed management for your cow. Having a good mineral program will keep your animal healthy and productive, and will also help keep a healthy immune system. Cows are like pet cats and dogs: they can get sick too, and need to be vaccinated once or twice a year.  See your local large animal veterinarian for the best vaccines to give your cow according to your area. This means deciding when to breed her, when she can calve, and when that calf should be weaned and/or sold.  See How to How to Breed Dairy Cattle and How to Breed Beef Cattle for more information. This is optional of course, as most cattle that are kept on farms and ranches or even as pets are not groomed.  Cattle are not horses, and will do just fine without a brush.  Your bovine may be too shy to let you near to brush it anyway. Don't be disappointed if your pet cow doesn't head for your newly built shelter if it starts raining.  Cattle will make use of any shelter available during inclement weather, whether it be the side of a building, or in a grove of trees. It's best if you milk her in the morning and/or in the afternoon, so that she has time to eat during the day before her next milking. A calf needs 10% of its body weight in milk per day, and this should be split in two or three feedings per day. Your pet will try to stretch the limits of the fence you put up, so regular checks and maintenance will make the fence strong and discourage your pet from trying to escape, if the chance should arise.

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Не забывайте кормить или выпускать на пастбище каждый день. Обеспечьте доступ к пресной воде и минералам. Следите за здоровьем питомца. Если вы приобрели самку для того, чтобы получать молоко или телят, то вам необходимо вести расписание дней размножения. Чистите вашу корову каждый день. Убедитесь, что вашему питомцу всегда есть, где укрыться. Если это дойная корова и вы любите ее, то доите ее регулярно. Если вы приобрели теленка. Регулярно проверяйте заборы.


Article in English: Be careful to keep the water lukewarm (about 100 degrees F/38 degrees C) and not scalding. You don't want to burn your hands!

Summary in Russian:

Наполните раковину теплой водой.


Article in English: Be firm about your family values— being drug-free— and set firm guidelines that align with those values. Following a set of rules helps your child learn self-control. Plus, this teaches your child the potential consequences of not following the rules, such as loss of privileges.  Sit down with your partner or co-parent, if you have one, and come up with reasonable limits that reflect your family’s values. Also, devise some consequences you might put into place if the rules are broken. Communicate these rules to all of your children, so they know what’s expected of them. Post the rules on the fridge or another common area to keep them fresh in your children’s minds. When your child is involved in constructive activities with positive people, they are less likely to use drugs. Get them involved in sports, band, or other school or community organizations  that connect them with kids and adults who are saying “no” to drugs. For instance, you might make it a requirement that each of your children participates in an extracurricular activity. This reduces their leisure time and boredom, but it also shows them they can have a good time without drugs. ” At some point, your child will be presented with an opportunity to use drugs, so help them prep for that possibility. Go over common scenarios they may encounter and walk them through how to react to peer pressure.  For instance, you might pretend to be a close friend who’s asking them to try out pot. Have your child act out how they would respond to that situation. As you role-play, give your child pointers and feedback to help them improve their ability to say “no.” If your child readily goes along with any and everything their friends do, they could be at risk of drug use down the road. Boost independent thinking by encouraging them to make their own choices, even when they go against their friends’.  You can start this early and continue it throughout your child’s development. For instance, with a small child, you might say, “I know all of your friend’s take...

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Объясните ребенку семейные правила и ожидания. Предложите ребенку заниматься чем-то, что снизит вероятность употребления наркотиков. Проигрывайте сценарии, в которых ребенок научится отказываться от наркотиков. Поощряйте независимое мышление. Интересуйтесь жизнью ребенка. Качественно проводите время со своим ребенком. Хвалите ребенка, чтобы у него сформировалась здоровая самооценка.


Article in English: Be friendly and casual, and talk about what’s going on, or anything you have in common, like a shared class. Ask if you can walk her to her next class, and make it a habit to stop and chat a little whenever you see her. You don’t have to have anything really deep to say. The point is just to establish a friendly, flirty banter, so that she’ll think of you as a regular part of her life. To make it clear you’re interested in her as more than friends, drop little compliments about her, and see how she reacts. A warm smile will show that you are friendly and approachable, and have self-confidence. It can make the girl feel safe around you, and make you look at ease with yourself and the world. You can have open body language by uncrossing your arms and legs, leaning forward, and avoiding fidgeting restlessly. When you smile and look engaged in a conversation, you seem much more approachable and self-assured. Keep the conversation flowing by asking her questions that don’t just have a yes or no answer. You’ll show interest in her life by listening, and you’ll get to know her much better. It will also give you a chance to respond and tell her things about yourself. Your questions don’t have to be super deep right away. You can say, “What did you do this weekend?” instead of “Did you have a good weekend?” This way she can tell you a story, instead of just saying yes or no. Many girls find humor attractive. If you enjoy making jokes, don’t be afraid to be silly and make her laugh. Just don’t make mean jokes, or you’ll risk hurting her feelings or offending her. If you’re more of a serious person than a silly person, then embrace that side of yourself. You can impress her with your thoughtfulness, or your empathy. Even if you’re drawn to this girl because of her stunning looks, find something a bit deeper to compliment her about. Focus on her personality, like telling her she’s really funny, or thoughtful, or sweet. Find out more about who she is. Maybe she likes to do art: compliment her drawing skills. If you want...

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Разговаривайте при любой возможности. Тепло улыбайтесь и задействуйте открытый язык тела, чтобы излучать уверенность. Задавайте открытые вопросы и слушайте ответы. Рассмешите девушку. Говорите искренние комплименты. Ищите точки соприкосновения, чтобы находить темы для бесед. Предложите девушке встретиться в общей компании, если вы стесняетесь.


Article in English: Be honest with the other person. If you want a monogamous romantic relationship, let them know. If you want a primarily sexual relationship in which you’re both free to see other people, they should know that as well. Don’t just assume they know what you want – tell them.  "I’d like to continue being with you, but I was hoping we could agree not to date other people. I really like you and would like to see where this relationship goes." "I think we have great sex and I want that to continue. I’m really not looking for anything more at this time. How do you feel about that?" "I’m not sure where our connection will lead, but I think we have something special and I want to take the time to explore that. How would you feel about waiting to have sex for a while?" If the other person is in agreement, figure out each of your expectations. Any relationship you choose to have is legitimate – from one based on sex to one that saves sex and is only about romantic love, and everything in between. Think about how to achieve your relationship goals if you and your partner want the same thing. If you both feel just lust, what kind of parameters will you put on your time together? If you both are feeling romantic love, what next steps toward commitment do you want to take together?  "I’d like for us to keep hanging out like this, but I’d really like you to meet my friends – they really want to meet you. Would you feel comfortable coming to a party with me?" "I know we’re both busy and want to keep this pretty light. Why don’t we just get in touch when we want to have sex?" "Can I call you my girlfriend/boyfriend? I know we hadn’t talked about this yet, but I was hoping that we could define each other in that way." You might find that your ideas about where it’s going change as time goes on. It’s possible that the romantic love you thought you felt was actually excitement and you just want to keep having sex with the other person and leave it at that. Or you might find the connection sex brings you leads to a deeper...

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Поделитесь своим видением отношений. Определите, совпадают ли ваши цели в отношениях. Продолжайте обсуждать отношения. Не молчите, если вам не нравится, куда идут отношения.


Article in English: Be honest. You don't need to over-justify your decision; it is enough if you simply aren't attracted to this guy. You may be attracted to the guy, but you can't accept his offer for some reason – maybe your friend likes him, or your parents won't let you date, or you don't feel that you're ready for a relationship. No matter the situation, it's important that you are honest with this guy and with yourself.  If you aren't attracted to the guy, that's all you need to say. Don't be mean about it, and don't insult him. Say, "I like our friendship, but I'm not attracted to you in that way." If your friend likes him, do not spill the secret – unless your friend says that it's okay. Just tell the guy that you aren't interested, and don't hint that there is any other reason behind your choice. If your parents won't let you date, feel free to be honest with the guy. Be careful, however, about leading him on or giving him hope. If you tell him that you have a huge crush on him, but that you can't date him, you may not stop his advances. If you don't feel that you're ready for a relationship, that's okay. You will find someone in your own time, and it will be so much better if your entire heart is in it. This guy might be the first one to ask you out, but he won't be the last. Don't make excuses, and don't agree to go on a date just to be nice. No doubt, he'd prefer a "yes" over a "no" – but odds are that he'd rather deal with an immediate rejection than force you to go on a pity-date. Say something simple like, "I'm sorry, but I don't like you in that way." You don't need to explain in great detail why you aren't interested; you just need to get the main idea across. Try not to humiliate him with a long, drawn-out speech.  If he asks for specific reasons, feel free to explain why you aren't interested. Make sure that you don't let it become a debate, and don't let him talk you into going out with him. Be firm and clear. Do not compromise. If you are friends with the guy, you can cite this as a reason. Say, "I love our...

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Объясните причины отказа. Будьте ясны и прямолинейны. Не тяните кота за хвост.


Article in English: Be nice to everyone and try to explain to them what you want without making them feel stupid.  You're supposed to be having fun, right?  So let everyone else have fun, too.  Remember to watch your footage as often as possible.  You don't want to lose a shot because it was too dark and not be able to go back and redo it because you only had the location for one day. When you are shooting don't forget about the sound. Film in areas where there is not a lot of street noise. Street noise will make it hard to hear your dialogue. Don't lose your cool and never forget that you're supposed to be having fun.  You aren't getting paid, so don't treat it like your job.  Remember to make note of takes and use a clapboard.  There's a lot to know, but you can duck and dive through a lot of it.  Just have fun. If your goal is to have this film to get a distribution deal or even enter it into a festival, there is a list of SAG rules you must follow and paperwork you must fill out. If you don't you'll basically end up with a home video you can do absolutely nothing with.

Summary in Russian:

Оставайтесь верны своему видению фильма. Начните снимать фильм. Не забывайте следовать рабочим правилам.


Article in English: Be sure it is an area with few people where you can have an open, honest conversation. Let him know that you need to have a conversation about your relationship, but try not to elaborate on the phone. Still, preparing him, at least a little bit, is common courtesy. Refrain from breaking up with your boyfriend on a date. You should make time to end things instead of trying to tack it onto an otherwise happy night. Avoid beating around the bush, as this will only aggravate you and increase tension. You may also lose courage and change your mind. Breaking up takes 30 seconds of intense, extreme courage. But, at the end of the day, it's only 30 seconds. Take a deep breath and count to three in your head. Know that, when you get to "zero," it's time to break up with him. If you're breaking up with him, you need to make it clear that you're breaking up. Do not leave him guessing or open up the floor for conversation. If you've made your decision, it's time to move on. Make sure he knows that you still love him and would love to be good friends, but you can't continue this relationship any longer. There are some good conversation starters in the guides below for specific breakups, but the main idea is to end things with simple and direct language:  "I'm ready to move on from our relationship." "It's time we saw other people." "I think we should break up." Breaking up is hard enough without having a fight or argument. You may have a laundry list of reasons to break up with him, but that doesn't mean you need to point out all of his flaws and the problems in the relationship. That just adds insult to injury, and it can lead to a fight or argument that makes everyone feel even worse ("what do you mean I didn't support you -- I always support you!" or, "That's not my fault, it's your fault for moving away!"). That said, he'll likely ask you why you are doing this, and it is best to have a calm, truthful, but non-judgmental answer ready.  "I've realized that we're growing apart. We've grown together for so long, and I...

Summary in Russian:

Позвоните своему парню и попросите его встретиться с вами где-нибудь в тихом и спокойном месте. Переходите к теме расставания, как только поприветствуете друг друга. Говорите прямо и недвусмысленно. Старайтесь не злиться, не переводить стрелки и не перекладывать вину на партнера. Стойте на своем, что бы ни говорил партнер. Уходите, как только скажете все, что нужно.


Article in English: Be sure to get the supplies your teacher suggests. Your teacher may have sent you a list of supplies that you will need for the year before your classes begin. If he or she did, then you should remind your parents to help you get them all before the start of the school year. This will guarantee that you have the right supplies when they are needed in class or for an assignment.  You may also need a new backpack and a new lunchbox for the year. In addition, getting some new school clothes before the start of the year is also usually a good idea. You don't have to spend a lot of money. There are many 99-cent stores that sell inexpensive school supplies. If your family cannot afford to buy school supplies at all, there are some charities that may be able to supply them to you. Once you get all of your supplies, it's important to keep them organized in a container. This could be a pencil pouch or a pocket on your backpack. Whatever the container, this simply is a good way to keep them separate and organized.  You may want to have two separate containers for your supplies. One can hold the things you use every day and the other can hold the things that you rarely use. Using a container that is specifically made for holding school supplies may work best, as it was made in the right shape to accommodate your supplies. If you have a desk with your own drawer, don't just shove stuff in there. Instead, stack your materials neatly. This will keep your papers and supplies in good shape and it will help you to easily find everything you need for class.  This is also a good idea for your backpack and your space at home. If you cram everything into your backpack and don't clean it out regularly, you can end up damaging your supplies and losing important papers. In order to keep your area clean, make sure everything has a specific place that it goes. If your items have a place, it will make putting your stuff away more straight forward. If you have a hard time keeping your area clean, try using some organizational trays to...

Summary in Russian:

Подготовьте все необходимое до начала учебного года. Сложите школьные принадлежности в отдельное место, предназначенное только для них. Держите в чистоте свое рабочее место. Выполняйте домашние задания.