Article in English: Cuddling is an important way to make contact and feel close without having to take off your clothes. Whether you’re watching a movie together or laying in bed, reach out and wrap your arms around your partner to feel that physical closeness together. Sometimes, one person has to initiate the contact. Hugging reduces stress and increases bonding between you and your partner. Get in the habit of hugging your partner when you come together and separate. For example, hug your partner before going to work or school in the morning and when you see them after a reunion (such as seeing each other after school or work).  Give a solid hug by wrapping your arms around your partner and not letting go right away. If hugging doesn't come naturally to your partner, ask for the hug directly. Breathing together can be physically and emotionally intimate without even touching each other. Start by sitting across from each other and facing one another. Begin focusing on your breath and breathing with your eyes closed. When you feel ready, open your eyes and watch your partner’s stomach moving with their breath.  The air you breathe will become the air that your partner breathes. Whether you start to breathe together or not, you should feel in sync with your partner. After you complete this exercise can be a great time to talk and have those deep conversations that seem so difficult in other situations. Gazing at each other can be a sign of love and connection. You might feel vulnerable or even a bit fearful once you and your partner lock eyes. Keep the connection and step outside of feeling embarrassed or scared and focus on your partner. Recognize that you can feel safe and secure, even when your partner sees you for who you are. Spend some time locking eyes with your partner. Sit across from each other and look into each other’s eyes. Start with 30 seconds, then move the time up as you feel comfortable. . If your kisses have moved to pecks, bring back the passion that comes from a good kiss or makeout session. Kissing can...

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Не упускайте возможности лишний раз обнять друг друга. Обнимайтесь как можно дольше. Дышите вместе. Вместе закройте глаза. Страстно целуйтесь Попробуйте более интимные прикосновения.


Article in English: Customers expect businesses to have websites. You can use this to your advantage—not only to increase business but also to foster customer loyalty. Your website can be a great platform for you to communicate with your customers.  On a website you can let your customers know what you've been doing for them, promote  sales and specials, enable customers to sign up for rewards programs, and provide people a way to voice their concerns and offer their compliments. Besides having a website you might create a Facebook account and/or a Twitter account for your business. You can post  announcements and alerts about your business. Monitor your site(s) for customer feedback.   How do your customers respond to your postings and announcements? Are any customers writing positive reviews, or are they defending you against negative comments? Besides being able to learn more about your customers and what they want, you can send the most loyal customers personalized thank-you's through social media. Consider sending them discounts or coupons for their loyalty. People often use social media to follow businesses, usually in order to find discounts and special deals.   Use these tools to your advantage by giving your customers exactly what they want, which will make them more likely to remain loyal to you and your brand. Make sure that your website and social media platforms do more than just explain what your services are and where you are located. For example, if you have a big sale planned, announce it prominently on your website. If you use a web-analytics program on your website, you can learn important information about what your customers have shopped for, searched for, or browsed in the past, as well as learn what they're looking for now.  This can help you give your customers what they actually want as opposed to what you think they want. Obviously this will further your quest for customer loyalty.

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Создайте сайт. Используйте социальные сети, чтобы завоевать доверие клиентов. Предоставляйте клиентам желаемое в интернете. Используйте веб-аналитику, чтобы видеть реальные желания пользователей.


Article in English: Cut a 1 1/2 by 1 1/2 board the same length as the width of your wagon, and cut two spacer blocks to support it and allow clearance for the wheels to turn. Then drill the ends to allow the wheel mounting bolts to be inserted. Drill and pin these bolts into place the same way you did on the swivel assembly.

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Изготовьте неподвижную заднюю ось. Просверлите отверстия и прикрепите шурупами подкладочные бруски и брусок задней оси на место.


Article in English: Cut a hole in the bag the frozen corn is packaged in and begin to pour the corn out into a microwave safe container or bowl. Add any seasoning you would like to your corn before placing it in the microwave. Try using at least salt and pepper. Microwaves vary in strength and consistency, some heat items quickly while others take much longer. Instead of trying to microwave the frozen corn all at once use a handful of shorter times and stir the corn in between. The overall microwave time of corn should be around 2-3 minutes on a high setting. Continue heating and stirring the frozen corn until it has been heated to your desired temperature. Once heated properly, remove from the microwave and enjoy!

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Положите замороженную кукурузу в блюдо, которое можно использовать в микроволновой печи. Добавьте соль и специи. Поставьте блюдо с кукурузой в микроволновую печь и установите таймер. Продолжайте разогревать кукурузу.


Article in English: Cut off the tips of the wings. Remove any excess fat from the neck and inside the body cavity. Pat it dry with a paper towel. Use a knife or skewer, and make piercings at one-inch (2.5 cm) intervals. Be sure to pierce all the way through the fat layer just below the skin, but not into the meat. You will feel resistance when you get to the meat layer. You can skip this step if you purchased duck meat with the skin and fat layer removed. The duck will not cook properly if it is not on a rack where the fat layer can drain off the meat. Allow the water to collect in the bottom of the pan. The boiling water will begin to melt the fat layer and help the skin to crisp while cooking.  Do not cover the duck.  Insert a cooking thermometer into the thickest portion of the duck meat, either the breast or thigh. Be sure the thermometer is not touching any bones. A fully cooked duck should have an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). Check to see if the duck skin is crispy and the fat layer has fully melted and drained from the duck. If so, your duck has finished cooking. If not, switch your oven to broil and return the roasting pan and duck to the oven. Broil for about 10 minutes. Allow it to rest for 15 minutes before carving.

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Положите утку на разделочную доску. Промойте утку изнутри и снаружи холодной водой. Проколите кожу утки и толстый жирный слой. Положите подготовленную утку грудкой вверх, на стойку внутри противня. Полейте утку 2-3 стаканами кипятка. Вотрите соль и перец снаружи и внутри утки. Откройте разогретую духовку и поставьте утку вместе с противнем. Обжаривайте утку примерно 3 часа, переворачивая каждые 30 минут. Достаньте противень из духовки и проверьте готовность утки. Переложите утку на разделочную доску. Подавайте на стол.


Article in English: Cut the 2x6s for both ladder risers to about 6" longer than the total height of the bed so far. Cut one of the ends of one riser to a 15 degree angle, using the miter or radial arm saw. Lean this piece, the 15 degree cut, on the ground against the outer board in its proper final position and then make a mark even with the top of the outer board. Cut this at 15 degrees also. Lean the risers back against the outer board and mark a 1 ½" deep notch on the riser. This will allow the  risers to fit securely to the outer board. Cut the notch as far as possible with a rotary saw and finish the cuts with a hand or hacksaw. Use this riser as a template for the other riser and make them match. Measure and mark the spaces between the steps of the ladder, making sure each step is level. Drill countersunk pilot holes through the face of the risers and into each step. Secure each step with four 2 ½" screws. From the inside of the outer board, drill pilot holes through outer board and into each riser of the finished ladder. Secure it in place with four 2 ½" lag bolts and washers. Attach two riser supports to the ladder. Drill countersunk pilot holes through the riser supports and into the riser using four 2 ½" screws. Ensure that the top of the riser supports line up with the top of the side rail. Attach two raiser supports to the bottom of the ladder by drilling countersunk pilot holes through riser supports and into the ladder using four 2 ½" screws. Ensure that the bottom of the riser supports line up with the bottom of the ladder. Drill pilot holes through risers and into the outer board. Secure the entire ladder assembly to the outer board using two 4" lag bolts and washers. Buy a twin mattress and enjoy your new bed!

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Вырежьте опоры для лестницы. Задайте наклон. Вырежьте соединяющий паз. Приделайте ступеньки. Прикрепите лестницу. Прикрепите верхние упоры. Прикрепите нижние упоры. Закрепите лестницу. Готово.


Article in English: Cut the butter into cubes or chunks so the heat doesn't have to melt its way slowly through the butter to reach the center. The more surface area you expose to the heat, the faster the butter will melt. You don't need to aim for an exact size. Try cutting a stick of butter into four or five pieces. A pan with a heavy base should distribute heat more evenly than thin pans. This helps minimize the chance of burning the butter, by melting every part of it at a similar rate. A double boiler is even safer. Even a light pan, however, may produce more evenly melted butter than a microwave. You can make your own double boiler by stacking two pans. Butter melts between 82 and 97ºF (28–36ºC), which can be about room temperature on a hot day. Turn the heat on low to avoid heating the butter too far past this point, which can result in burning or smoking. The heat should remain low enough that the butter melts without browning. Use a spoon or spatula to spread the butter over the bottom of the pan as it melts. Turn off the heat or move to another stove burner, and stir the mostly melted butter. The butter and pan surrounding the unmelted chunks are still hot, and should be enough to melt the remaining butter. This method has a much lower risk of burning compared to leaving the butter on the stove to melt the rest of the way. Return to the heat for thirty seconds if there are still chunks after stirring.    You do not need to brown your butter unless the recipe specifies browned butter. If it does, keep the heat low and stir the butter continually with a gentle motion. The butter will foam, then form brown specks. Once you see these specks, remove from heat and stir until the butter turns amber brown, then pour into a room temperature dish.

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Нарежьте сливочное масло на кусочки. Положите масло в тяжелую кастрюлю или водяную баню, если возможно. Разогревайте на маленьком огне. Дождитесь, пока ¾ масла не растает. Снимите с огня и размешайте. Если для рецепта требуется глазирование, разогревайте масло до появления крапинок


Article in English: Cut up an apple and a pear to use in this autumn smoothie. Peel the fruit first so that you don't end up with tough skins that will be difficult to blend. This wholesome smoothie tastes best with a thick, rich texture. Use a cup of whole plain yogurt with a creamy top. Adding 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg to this smoothie gives it the flavor of fall. Use 1 tablespoon (14.8 ml) of maple syrup to sweeten it. Place the apple, yogurt, spices, and maple syrup in the blender. Blend the ingredients until they are completely smooth and creamy. Add a little milk if you want to thin it out. Pour it into glasses. Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon on top for garnish, then serve.

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Подготовьте осенние фрукты. Добавьте стакан густого йогурта. Добавьте специи и подсластитель. Перемешайте ингредиенты. Подавайте смузи. Приятного аппетита!


Article in English: Cut your roses in the morning. You may cut them as early as you have daylight, which can be anywhere from 5:00 am to as late as 10:00 am depending on the time of year. Cut your roses earlier if the weather is hot. In contrast, cut your roses later if there is a lot of morning dew.  Try not to cut your roses at midday or later as they will have the least amount of substance. Keep your roses cool. Roses will last longer in cool weather and deteriorate in heat. If the weather is cool, you may be able to cut your roses later in the day. The degree of openness you want for your roses depends on their intended use. Cut the roses just after their budding stage as the petals just start to unfurl if you want them to last longer, like in the use of a bouquet. The variety of rose will open determine when you should cut them as some may be cut at a more open stage. For example St. Patrick and Moonstone roses have many petals and can be cut when they are more open. Cut the stems at an angle with clean, sharp cutters. The angle prevents the rose from standing flat, blocking any water from being absorbed. Place the roses in lukewarm or cold water as soon as they have been cut. Re-cut the stems when you have them underwater to eliminate air bubbles that can lead to premature wilting and shorten the life of your rose. Remove any foliage below the waterline if you’re using the roses for a bouquet. Fill a bucket of water so that the stem of the flower is completely under water but the bloom remains dry. Let the flowers drink the water in a cool and dark room for an hour. Refrigerate your roses at 38 degrees fahrenheit or until you are about to use them. Cut roses will last longer if they are placed in the fridge overnight as you sleep. Florists bread roses to last long once placed in a vase. If you are using you own roses, make note of which last longer once cut. Hybrid teas tend to last longer than antique roses. Varieties that tend to last longer in vases are: Crystalline Secret Red Intuition St. Patrick Veteran’s Honor Black...

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Срезайте розы в правильное время суток. Предварительно решите, насколько раскрытыми должны быть бутоны. Срежьте и подрежьте стебли. Подготовьте и охладите букеты. Выбирайте стойкие сорта роз. Используйте консерванты для цветов и часто меняйте воду.


Article in English: Cutting down on your shampoo routine to two to three times a week will allow the oils in your scalp to penetrate your hair. Your hair can then hydrate and repair itself.  If you notice your scalp gets very oily or itchy after shampooing for only two to three times a week, you may want to increase the amount of times you shampoo every week. To properly shampoo your hair, only rub it into your scalp, massaging your scalp as you do this, and then let the shampoo run down the strands of your hair as you wash out the shampoo. Unlike shampoo, it’s important that you always use conditioner on your hair when you get it wet in the shower. Conditioner can help to replace the lipids and proteins in your hair shafts and allow your hair to grow longer and healthier. Rinsing your hair with cool water at the end of a hot shower can help to seal the cuticle and give your hair more durability when you style it. It is especially important to cold rinse after conditioning. The cold water will seal the hair cuticles and lock in moisture from the conditioner. Though you may be in the habit of wrapping and twisting your hair in a towel once you get out of the shower, doing this can cause breakage and put stress on the strands of your hair. Wet hair is particularly fragile, so substitute the post-shower towel wrap with a gentle pat down using a dry towel. If you like to wrap your hair in a towel, you can try using thin towels and soft microfiber towels. These towels are made of a material that is gentle on your hair and dries it well without breakage. Over-brushing your hair every day can actually be bad for your hair and lead to poor growth. Instead, use a boar bristle brush a few times through your hair before bed. This will help to distribute the oils in your scalp onto your hair so it stays moisturized, naturally.  Start at your scalp and use even strokes to go through each section of your hair at least once. Brushing once a day before bed can also increase circulation on your scalp, which can improve its health and encourage...

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Мойте голову шампунем два-три раза в неделю, не чаще. Используйте кондиционер каждый раз, когда принимаете душ. Ополаскивайте волосы прохладной водой. Не заворачивайте мокрые волосы в полотенце. Расчесывайте волосы перед сном. Не используйте инструменты для горячей укладки волос. Регулярно подстригайте концы волос.


Article in English: Cutting the butter smaller will make it easier to mix. You can use a handheld beater, an electric mixer, or a food processor with a whisk attachment. You will be adding the rest of the sugar later; adding the sugar a small amount at a time will help prevent it from flying out everywhere. Adding only 1 teaspoon of milk or cream will make the frosting more stiff and is perfect for designing using a frosting tip but if you prefer a more loose and 'spreadable' butter cream you can opt for 2 tablespoons (29.6 ml). If you're still uncertain with the amount of milk or cream to add, you can just add 1/2 a teaspoon first to check. You can also substitute the vanilla extract for 1 teaspoon of a different flavor. For more ideas, click here. For a lighter buttercream, consider using milk instead of whipping cream. If you would like to make your buttercream less sweet, then add a pinch of salt. You can leave the buttercream plain, or you can make it coloring by adding a few drops of food coloring or gel icing coloring. Keep in mind that some flavorings, such as cocoa powder, will already tint the icing darker, so the coloring will not show up. This will give you frosting that is light and fluffy. You will need to beat it for about two to three minutes.  If the cream is too thick, add some more cream, milk, or half-and-half. Start with one tablespoon, mix, then add more if necessary.  If the cream is too thin, add a little bit more confectioner's sugar At this point, you can spread the buttercream over a cake or some cupcakes, or you can store it in a plastic Ziploc bag or an airtight container until you are ready to use it.  Buttercream will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.  Cakes and cupcakes frosted with buttercream will stay fresh for 3 days.

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Нарежьте оттаявшее масло кубиками и сложите их в миску. Взбивайте масло на низкой скорости не менее 5 минут, пока оно не станет легким и пушистым. Добавьте в масло половину сахара и как следует перемешайте. Добавьте остальные ингредиенты и продолжайте перемешивать на малой скорости. Подумайте о том, чтобы раскрасить глазурь. Добавьте оставшийся сахар и еще раз взбейте глазурь на высокой скорости. Используйте глазурь или поставьте ее в холодильник.


Article in English: Cutting the placenta before the elastic walls of the blood vessels have contracted down can make hemorrhage from the puppy more likely. Leave the placenta intact. It will soon dry up, contract down and break off. It is not necessary to apply disinfectant to the puppy’s belly button and placental stump. If the whelping box is kept adequately clean, the belly button should remain healthy. It is important to keep the whelping box clean after the puppies are born, but you also need to take care with not disturbing the nursing bitch very much. When the mother goes to relieve herself, remove soiled towels and replace them with clean ones. Throw away soiled newspaper and replace it at the earliest opportunity. The first few days of the puppies’ lives are crucial for developing a bond with their mother. Try to leave the dogs alone as much as possible in the first few days. Limit your handling of the puppies in the first few days. Only handle the puppies when you need to clean out the box, which should happen from day 3 onward. Use your hand to feel the puppy’s body. A chilled puppy will feel cool or cool to the touch. It might also be non-responsive and very quiet. An overheated puppy will have red ears and tongue. It may also be unusually squirmy, which is the puppy’s best effort at getting away from any heat source.  A newborn's body temperature should be between 94-99 degrees Fahrenheit. This temperature will rise to 100 degrees Fahrenheit at 2 weeks of age. You don’t need to take the dog’s temperature with a thermometer, however. Check with your veterinarian if you have concerns or questions. If you are using a heat lamp, be sure to check the puppies regularly for flaky or red skin. Remove the lamp if this happens. Newborn puppies are not able to regulate their own body temperature, and they are prone to getting chilled. With mom not there you need to provide a heat source.  Adjust the room temperature so that you are comfortable in shorts and a t-shirt. Provide additional heat in the puppy’s box by placing a...

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Не трогайте плаценту. Не обрабатывайте пупок новорожденному щенку. Поменяйте полотенца и газеты в коробке, где проходили роды. Позвольте матери наладить связь со своими щенками первые 4-5 дней. Следите за температурным режимом в коробке. Контролируйте температуру в комнате. Взвешивайте новорожденных (на точных электронных весах) ежедневно в первые 3 недели. Позаботьтесь о том, чтобы посетители были полностью здоровы. Не заносите в комнату животных, которые не живут в вашем доме.


Article in English: Dab a cotton swab with rubbing alcohol, then wipe down the area that you plan to pierce. Watch out for your eyes: the alcohol will sting. Consider using an ice cube to make the area numb. Hold the ice against your nostril for up to three minutes, until you can't feel the tissue. Be aware that this might make your skin tighten up, which could make it more difficult to pierce. If you have a piercing clamp, tighten it so that it secures the area that you plan to pierce. Consider buying a clamp if you don't have one already. The clamp should hold the space open so that you don't poke the inside of your nose or your finger. . Take a deep breath before beginning. If you are shaking, take a moment to relax and find your center. Take solace in the fact that a nose piercing is relatively simple, as piercings go. There is not much skin or fat to pierce in your nose, so the procedure is straightforward and the pain is relatively minimal. Look in the mirror, and line up the needle with the dot that you marked. Take a breath, and then do it quickly. Push the needle in perpendicular to the surface of your skin, and take care to slide straight through the tissue. You will feel pain, but it will be temporary.  Remember: the more quickly you perform the piercing, the more quickly it will be over. Try not to poke the inside of your nostril. If you are piercing the side of your nostril, you don't want to push too deep – or it will be more painful. It's essential that you're quick about it. The wound will begin to heal as soon as you remove the needle, meaning that the hole will begin to close. You want the hole to heal around your jewelry so that it's a natural fit. If you wait too long, you will have pierced your skin for nothing!

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Обработайте место прокола. Воспользуйтесь зажимом для пирсинга. Успокойтесь Проколите нос. Сразу же как можно быстрее вставьте кольцо или «гвоздик».


Article in English: Dahlias should be planted in spring, or from April through early June in the Northern Hemisphere. They’re are frost-sensitive, so keep the container outdoors only when there’s no threat of freezing temperatures. If your area is prone to frost in the spring and you don’t want to wait to plant, start your dahlias indoors, then move them outside. Placing gravel at the bottom of your pot also accomplishes this task, as long as you keep the layer less than 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) deep. Don’t pack the soil tightly. Pour it into the container, and let it remain loose. Remember that dahlias like loose, well-draining soil.  Eventually, you’ll plant your dahlia tuber about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) deep, and you’ll want to leave 1 inch (2.5 cm) between the surface of the soil and the rim of the pot at the end of the planting process. To meet these measurements, start by adding soil to within 5 to 7 inches (13 to 18 cm) of the rim. The soil should be damp, but not so wet that it gets packed. Try using a watering can to dampen the soil instead of blasting it with a garden hose. Dahlias need a lot of nutrients, and mixing fertilizer into the soil where the roots will develop will give your plant a head start. Use a slow-release, general purpose fertilizer, or go with an organic option, such as bone meal or seaweed fertilizer.  Any fertilizers recommended for flowering plants or vegetables are suitable for dahlias. You might find store-bought fertilizers with N-P-K numbers, which stand for nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. Good choices for dahlias include 5-10-15, 5-10-10, and 10-20-20 fertilizers. Use a fertilizer with a higher nitrogen value earlier in the season and reduce it over time. Read your product’s instructions, and use it as directed. If you’ve selected a variety that will grow more than 3 feet (0.91 m) tall, you’ll need to support it with a sturdy metal or wood stake. Place the stake in the soil before planting the tuber. If you bury the stake after planting, you’ll risk injuring the tuber and its root system. ...

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Высадите клубни в середине весны. Покройте дно горшка тонким слоем гравия. Засыпьте в горшок землю. Слегка полейте почву, чтобы она не была слишком влажной. Подмешайте к верхнему слою почвы удобрения. Воткните в землю колышек для поддержки более высоких сортов георгинов. Посадите клубень боком. Присыпьте клубень слоем смоченной земли толщиной около 2–3 сантиметров. Слегка поливайте побеги, так чтобы почва не была слишком мокрой. Когда черенок подрастет, добавьте немного земли.


Article in English: Daily newspaper in your community: Contact the City Editor or the editor in charge of the section that relates to your content. Weekly newspaper: Editor Magazine: Editor or Managing Editor Radio stations: News Director or PSA Director (if sending a public service announcement) TV stations: News Director  Find the e-mail address of important bloggers in your field and e-mail them copies of your press release. Look up the names of key people in your industry. For example, if you are a member of a trade association, then find the person in charge of media relations in your association. Send your press release to that person via fax, e-mail or snail mail. If you don't have time to research outlets for your press releases, then work with someone who can help you. Note that free press release distribution services typically offer limited exposure. With a small fee, most PR distribution agencies will be able to get your press release to news wire sites as well as media agencies. Your goal is to reach out to as many people as possible. At the end of this article, you will find a list of reputable PR distribution sites.

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Разошлите пресс-релиз в местные СМИ. Целевые газеты, новостные сайты в Интернете, и другие СМИ в тех регионах, в которых вы заинтересованы расширять свой бизнес. Перешлите пресс-релиз ключевым игрокам в сфере деятельности вашей компании, включая промышленных лидеров и знаменитых блогеров. Воспользуйтесь услугами посредников.


Article in English: Damaged kidneys cannot process proteins normally, so give your kidneys time to rest by reducing your protein intake. You should eat foods that compromise of slow carbohydrates (where your glucose levels don't spike), low amounts of protein, fat, sodium and sugar. Here are some healthy options:   Slow carbohydrate foods: porridge oats, beans, brown rice, pasta, lentils, carrots, sweet potatoes, and asparagus.   Low protein food: bread and cereals, pasta, lettuce, celery, sprouts, cucumber,  parsley, tofu, fish and lean meats.   Low fat and low sodium foods: eat nothing fried (use olive oil if need be) and skip the salt. Avoid canned products such as soup, vegetable, and pasta sauces.   Low sugar foods: eggs, kidney beans, tofu, walnuts, cottage cheese, olives, spinach, turnips, asparagus, barley, Also, avoid binge eating instead eat small frequent meals. These will help your kidney not to overwork and strain itself from filtering all the waste products. . Getting abnormal levels of microalbumin on your test results is indicative of poor kidney function. The affected kidney can no longer filter ethanol from the alcohol efficiently, which increases the risk of prolonged high microalbumin levels. To combat this, cut out the alcohol and replace it with water, teas, and unsweetened juices. A glass of red wine once in a while is your best bet if you need to blend in at your next soiree. Anything other than that should be avoided. . A gradual quitting of smoking is advised rather than immediately stopping it. You may have withdrawal symptoms the same as if you were avoiding alcohol if you go cold turkey. However, regardless of the struggle, it is best if you can control yourself in avoiding these two vices. Chronic smokers have a greater risk in developing high blood pressure (smoking restricts your blood vessels, forcing your heart to pump harder, which stresses your kidneys). Nicotine from cigarettes can increase your blood pressure to 10mmHg. If you smoke all throughout the day your blood pressure will remain...

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Следите за питанием. Не пейте алкоголь Бросьте курить Следите за артериальным давлением Пейте больше воды. Следите за уровнем сахара в крови.


Article in English: Dampen a cloth or towel with warm water. Sprinkle salt all over the cloth, or pour the salt directly onto the plastic. Use the cloth to rub the salt into the plastic, helping to remove the stain. Keep rubbing until you see the stain disappear. Rinse the plastic with clean water once you’re finished. Pour some baking soda into a small cup or similar container. Add water slowly, mixing it with the baking soda until it forms a paste. You can apply the baking soda paste to the plastic before letting it sit on the plastic for a few hours. Use a sponge or paper towel to rub the paste onto the stain before rinsing it off. Cut a fresh lemon in half using a knife and then start rubbing the lemon over the plastic so that the juice covers the stains. Bring the plastic outside and let it sit in the sun for a few hours to an entire day. The sunlight should help remove the yellow stains. Make sure you spread the lemon juice into the nooks and crannies of a stained piece of plastic, such as the yellowing marks on a cutting board. Some cleaning products that you would buy at a big box or home improvement store will work on yellow stains. Look for products targeting the type of yellow stain your plastic has to see if a certain chemical product might work. Follow the directions, often using a paper towel or cloth to rub the product onto the stains. A magic eraser can sometimes work on yellow stains, as do many cleaning powders. Use clean running water, and soap, if desired, to wash off the cleaning liquids and/or pastes. If the stain wasn't removed the first time, you can repeat the same process and scrub the plastic again.

Summary in Russian:

Влажной тряпкой вотрите соль в пятно, чтобы удалить его. Приготовьте пасту из пищевой соды, чтобы удалить желтые пятна. Вотрите в пластик лимонный сок и оставьте предмет на солнце. Проверьте магазинное средство, чтобы понять, справится ли оно с поставленной задачей. Тщательно промойте пластик, чтобы убрать чистящее средство.


Article in English: Dampen your face with warm water. Pour some raw honey onto your fingers and gently massage the honey into your face, avoiding the areas around the eyes and mouth. Rinse the honey off using warm water and pat your face dry with a clean towel. For a deeper clean, allow the honey to sit on your face for 5 to 10 minutes. Create a mixture of oils based on your skin type. Gently massage the oil mixture into your face, avoiding the areas around the eyes and mouth. Place a warm, damp towel on your face, and leave it there for one minute. Take the towel off and repeat it with the other side. You will have a little bit of oil on your face, which is good, but you can wash it off with warm water if it is bothersome. Here are a few oil mixtures to try:  If you have oily skin, use 1 part castor oil or hazelnut oil and 2 parts olive oil or sunflower oil. If you have combination skin, use 1 part castor oil or hazelnut oil and 3 parts olive oil or sunflower oil. If you have dry skin, use pure olive oil, sunflower oil, or coconut oil. You may add a drop or two of castor oil or hazelnut oil. Apple cider vinegar is a natural antiseptic, which makes it a great cleanser and toner. Be sure to use unfiltered apple cider vinegar to get all of the benefits. Unfortunately, apple cider vinegar is acidic so you will need to dilute it with some water. Once you have diluted the vinegar, you can use it as a cleaner and toner by dampening a cotton ball with it and wiping your face with the cotton ball. Avoid sensitive areas such as the eyes, nose, and mouth. Here are the proportions you will need, based on your skin type:  If you have oily skin, use 1 part apple cider vinegar and 1 part water. If you have normal skin, use 1 part apple cider vinegar and 2 parts water. If you have sensitive skin, use 1 part apple cider vinegar and 4 parts water. Be sure to do a patch test on the inside of your elbow before using the vinegar-water mixture on your entire face. If you get an allergic reaction, do not use this face wash.

Summary in Russian:

Используйте свежий мед, чтобы очистить и увлажнить кожу лица. Используйте масла для очищения лица от макияжа. Сделайте очищающий тоник для лица из яблочного уксуса и воды.


Article in English: Dance videos will help you learn certain moves, as well as help with your technique. Go for instructional videos rather than just trying to copy moves you like. Instructional videos will show you how to do it, rather than you guessing at how it's done. You will need some space, as well as a smooth, solid floor. Remember, you will be making some noise, so you need a place where you won't bother people. The music should be appropriate to the genre, although most genres incorporate a wide range of music. Typically, though, you'd use something classical for ballet, while you can use a wide range of today's music for contemporary. Practicing helps solidify the skills in your brain, and your body will remember the moves you learn. Kids seem to learn skills faster because they aren't as afraid of looking dumb. If you mess up or have trouble getting a move, don't take it as a sign that you should stop dancing. It just means that you need more practice. Get up and try again. Don't try too much too soon, as you can injure yourself. When dancing, use clothes loose enough to move, but tight enough that you don't trip over yourself. Take off any jewelry so it doesn't go flying. Dance shoes are best for dancing, as they have smoother soles for turns. Also, tie up your hair so it doesn't get in the way. Not only will it help you practice, it will also help you see how a choreographer thinks, which is beneficial if you get into professional dancing with choreographers.  Videos can help you here, as can practicing in front of a mirror to see how your dancing looks. If you're just practicing the move without seeing how it looks, you may not be doing it correctly.

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Смотрите видео с танцами. Найдите тихое место для танцев, где вы не будете беспокоить других людей. Определите, какую музыку вы будете использовать, и как вы будете обыгрывать ее. Практикуйтесь каждый день. Не бойтесь сделать что-то не так. Будьте осторожны. Тщательно выбирайте одежду. Попробуйте поставить свой собственный танец на вашу любимую песню. Используйте интернет. Обращайте внимание на ошибки и старайтесь их исправлять.


Article in English: Dancers need to eat healthy foods to fuel their bodies. If you're dancing a great deal, you need to enough calories to fuel that dancing. However, if you're only dancing a little bit, you may need to cut back on calories to get the body you want for dancing. Be sure to include plenty of protein in your diet. In addition, feed your body fruits and vegetables so it has enough vitamins to be strong. To dance well, you need to build up your muscles and stamina. Activities like swimming, skiing, using an elliptical, and biking provide great overall workouts that will help you achieve a stronger body. Dancers need to be as flexible as possible to perform the moves they do. Try activities like yoga and pilates to increase your flexibility. As an added bonus, these activities will increase your core strength, making you a better dancer. Balance is also important to dancing, as you need good balance when doing fast-paced moves to remain upright. Yoga and pilates can help with balance, as can programs like tai chi. Tai chi also helps reduce stress and increase flexibility.

Summary in Russian:

Питайтесь правильно. Делайте комплекс упражнений. Развивайте пластичность. Учитесь балансировать.


Article in English: Dead batteries are by far the most common reason a controller turns off. Push the small button on the top of the battery pack to remove it and slide out the batteries. Use fresh AA batteries, and never mix and match old batteries and new batteries. Most rechargeable battery packs either plug into the Xbox with a USB cable or come with a small charging station. Plug in your battery pack and wait 1-3 hours before trying the controller again.  If you are using the cable chargers, make sure you turn your Xbox on first. When attached with the charging cable you may keep playing your Xbox 360. If the pack is charging correctly then the cable or docking station light will glow red. When it turns green the pack is fully charged. If you still cannot get your controller to stay on, make sure that the metal contacts at the bottom are not dirty or rusted. If they are, you'll need to clean them or buy a new battery pack. To clean the contacts use several dry cotton swabs to lightly scrub away dirt and dust. If you controller disconnects every time it rumbles or shakes, your battery pack may be loose. While the easiest way to fix this is to buy a new one, you can also use tape the secure it tightly to the back of your controller. Taping up your battery pack is usually a temporary solution, and makes it difficult to replace dead batteries.

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Достаньте батарейный отсек и извлеките батарейки. Замените батарейки. Зарядите джойстик, если в нем аккумулятор. Проверьте, есть ли контакт между металлическими деталями в отсеке для батарей. Проверьте, плотно ли установлены батарейки.


Article in English: Decide if you wish to brew a normal batch or a strong mixture, as this will determine how much water you will need to use later. Consume, save, or discard any coffee that has been mixed with sugar and/or cream. Combine about 1/2 cup (120 ml) of water more than coffee as a standard mixture.  For example, if you have 1 cup (240 ml) of leftover coffee, mix it with 1 1/2 cups (350 ml) of water. The amount of water can be more or less, depending how strong the original coffee is.  Select one day out of the week to apply the diluted coffee on the plants. Coffee can be quite acidic, so you will only need to use it sparingly versus natural water. Start out small. It is better to give just a little and work out what your plants respond to than to overdo it and cause the plant to react poorly. You can slightly increase the dosage until you consider it is sufficient.

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Сварите кофе, как обычно. Вы можете использовать только чистый кофе. Разбавьте кофе. Налейте получившуюся смесь в лейку или разбрызгиватель воды. Полейте растения.


Article in English: Decide the types of foods you will serve your guests. For example, determine if you want to serve a full meal or just snacks at your party. Next, choose if you want foods from a specific country or with a theme, especially for a dinner party. For overnight guests, plan all meals for their visit. Keep meals and snacks relatively simple so you can focus on entertaining.  Along with the food, decide which drinks you will serve. If you are budget conscious, figure out what you can afford and focus on making that wonderful. Set out snacks and drinks in your guest room for overnight guests so they won't need to find their way to the kitchen for a midnight snack. Ask about food sensitivities and allergies and plan your meals and snacks around those. If you make something a guest can't eat, point out that food to them in advance. Make a playlist for your party. You can do this on your phone, computer, or tablet using apps like Spotify, iTunes, Google Play, or YouTube. Choose the music that will help you set the mood you want for your party. When you're ready for the party, hook your device up to your stereo.  Plan a long enough playlist so you have music for the entire party. Mix up the type of music you play during the party. For example, you might want to start with something really upbeat, and then play mellower music at the end of the night to wind things down. Use an app that lets guests choose songs from your playlist, like Jukebox Hero.  Hire a DJ for a large party if that fits in your budget. Plan to show your guests a good time. Help people interact at your party with games or by making a space for dancing. Plan some conversation topics or interesting questions, especially for a dinner party. Overnight guests do not need to be entertained constantly, but you should plan some things to do together.  Be prepared to get the dancing going and to start the games at your party. Set up a board game during coffee and dessert at a dinner party.  Ask party guests to dress according to a theme, like a beach party, or...

Summary in Russian:

Составьте меню. Продумайте музыкальное сопровождение. Продумайте план развлечений.


Article in English: Decide what kind of resources would be most appropriate for your project. For a historical project for instance, books and scholarly articles are most appropriate. You might also look into newspaper articles, which give you a sense of what was going on at the time, as well as personal correspondence from famous people. If you're doing an in-depth college project, you'll need more sources than if you're doing a basic junior high project. For a college project, you may need eight to ten sources or more, while for a junior high project, you may only need one or two books. Your librarian can guide you to the best databases for your materials. For instance, you can use the main book catalog to find books. However, you might need to use article databases to find scholarly articles, which is a different screen altogether.  When using an article database, narrow the search engine to only relevant databases. For instance, platforms such as EBSCOhost carry a wide range of smaller databases, and you can narrow your search down to one relevant to your topic, such as a database focused on history.  You can also research the archives of particular newspapers. While some newspapers offer free access to their archives, others might require you to pay. Once you've gathered a bunch of materials together, you need to sort through them to decide what's actually relevant. Sometimes an article or book that sounds relevant may not be as helpful as you thought. Make notes related to your topic. Be as detailed as you can, but try to put it in your own words as you write it down. As you make notes, make sure you are including the biographical information about the book.  You'll need the author's full name, the title of the book, the publisher, the edition, the date it was published, the city it was published in, the title and author of individual articles in the book if it has them, and the page number where you found the information. For articles, you'll need the author's full name, the title of the article and the journal, the...

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Определите необходимые источники информации. Определите необходимое количество источников. Наведайтесь в библиотеку. Отсекаем лишнее. Делайте заметки и ссылайтесь на источники.


Article in English: Dehydration can take a toll on the voice.  Lack of hydration can dry out the larynx, vocal folds and mucous membranes in your throat.    You can achieve this by not drinking water or even replacing water with beverages which cause dehydration like alcohol or coffee. Exercise and release water from your body by sweating. Severe dehydration can lead to confusion, headache, fever, fainting or even death.  Don't get carried away. Heartburn, or acid from your stomach reaching up into your throat, will cause irritation in the tissue.  Spicy foods can cause this reflux, which may also make you feel like you need to cough, further irritating the tissue around your larynx and effecting your voice.  This may not be as effective for people who regularly eat spicy foods. Try a cuisine your body is unfamiliar with.  Some options may be Indian, Ethiopian or Chinese food.  Many restaurants with spicy food will note the spice level on the menu.  Opt for the dish with the hottest spice. Avoid acid reflux which can create ulcers and abdominal pain.  This can be treated with acid blockers. You can practice changing the tone of your speech without injuring your throat, but changing the resonance of your voice.  Say "uhhhh" and see where it is currently resonating.  If the vibration is coming from your head or nose, keep moving it downward to get it in your chest. Gently hold your Adam's apple, the bump in in the front and center of your throat, which moves when you swallow.  Try moving it downward a quarter of an inch while you speak. Try creating "vocal fry" by making your voice as low as possible and using very little air to push the sound out.  This should cause a gravely sound as your vocal folds audibly vibrate.

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Пейте меньше жидкости. Ешьте острую пищу. Вырабатывайте хриплый голос.


Article in English: Delve into a novel you’ve meant to read or an informative book or newspaper on a new subject to keep your mind agile and engaged.  Try picking up a publication you’ve never read before, or a nonfiction book on a subject you know nothing about. Next time you have a conversation with someone, you’ll be able to tell them all about what you learned. If you have to read a book that you’re not too interested in for a class or work project, get into it by curling up somewhere comfortable with a cup of coffee or tea, take the book outside, or even read it out loud to make it more engaging. Open up the newspaper to the crossword, sudoku, or other puzzles and try to solve them.  If you don’t have a newspaper or book of word or number games at home, find digital versions online or on your phone to play as much as you like.  If there are other people at home with you, or you can have others come over, invite them to solve a puzzle or play a word, card, or board game with you. Start one of many free courses available via the internet or mobile apps to learn a new language or skill.  Take a free course from a top university to learn something new from the comfort of your own couch or desk.  Or try taking an online course to learn the basics of computer coding.  You can also spend some time away from screens by picking up a physical dictionary or encyclopedia and learning a new word or concept. Keep your brain active and challenge yourself to learn something new by watching a documentary series or listening to a radio story hour. If you have no access or limited access to a radio or TV, you can find many shows and documentaries streamed online. Almost all radio shows can be found in podcast form on the station’s website or other podcast platforms for download or streaming. Call on the phone, video chat online, or send a text message to a friend or family member who is available to chat.  Try writing some good old fashioned snail mail to a friend. Write your letter on fun stationery and decorate it and the envelope with...

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Почитайте книгу или газету. Займитесь разгадыванием кроссвордов. Начните учить иностранный язык или попробуйте приобрести новый для себя навык. Посмотрите или послушайте новую передачу по радио или по телевизору. Попробуйте связаться с друзьями или членами семьи. Медитируйте.


Article in English: Dendrobium orchids do not produce extensive root systems so they thrive in smaller spaces. Choose a pot that extends no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) beyond your plant's root mass. Do not plant this flower in a large planter or directly in the ground as it prefers the security of a tighter space. The dendrobium orchid does not thrive or grow in ordinary soil. Purchase a potting mixture that is specially formulated for orchids from a gardening store or online. Alternatively, choose your own soilless potting medium like fir bark, coconut husks, or moss. Many pre-made potting mixes for orchids contain horticultural charcoal. Dendrobium orchids do best in an environment that is between 65–75 °F (18–24 °C). At night, they can tolerate a temperature drop to 55–60 °F (13–16 °C)  It is best to keep them indoors where the temperature can be adjusted or monitored, especially in extreme seasons like summer and winter.  If you do put the plant outdoors during moderately warm weather, keep it out of direct sunlight and bring it indoors when temperatures drop at night. Note that temperatures on your window sills or near windows may be warmer or colder than the rest of your home. Proper air circulation around plants can prevent problems like fungus and insect infestations. Place your orchid in a clear space with nothing around its immediate perimeter. Leave at least 5 inches (13 cm) of empty space around it to let it get sufficient air.  Keep a small fan near the plant to help improve air circulation when things get stuffy. When you water, make sure there is no standing water left on the surface of the soil. Orchids need plenty of light to thrive. Place them near a window with partial shade so they don't get direct sun, which can be harmful. If natural light is not an option, place your orchid under grow lights for 14-16 hours during the day to simulate sunlight.  When setting up your grow lights, use 1 warm white tube and 1 cool white tube placed under a reflector. Grow lights can be purchased at hardware stores or online....

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Посадите орхидею в небольшой горшок. Используйте беспочвенный субстрат. Держите орхидею в прохладной или умеренно теплой среде. Предоставьте орхидее достаточно места, чтобы воздух циркулировал вокруг нее. Обеспечьте орхидею естественным светом или замените его лампами дневного света.


Article in English: Dengue and chikungunya are commonly transmitted by the Aedes aegypti. However, malaria is transmitted by the Anopheles mosquito. Malaria is caused by Anopheles, which is a protozoan.  Dengue and Chikungunya are both viral infections. The former is caused by the dengue virus, while the latter is caused by Alphavirus. Dengue has a shorter incubation period, usually ranging from 3 to 4 days.  Chikungunya will take around 1 week before its signs are obvious. Malaria will take at least 2 weeks to show symptoms. The main differences between dengue and chikungunya lie in some of their signs and symptoms.  Most obviously, dengue is associated with low platelet count, high bleeding risk, and pain behind the eyes, whereas chikungunya does not exhibit these symptoms. Both dengue and chikungunya display joint pain, however, chikungunya’s joint pain and inflammation are more intense and pronounced. Malaria is best known for paroxysm, the cycle of chills/shivering, then fever/sweating. This cycle usually occurs every two days. Though signs and symptoms may serve as rough guidelines for diagnosis, laboratory and diagnostic exams are needed to confirm a specific disease.  Malaria is diagnosed via blood film. Dengue and chikungunya are often diagnosed through ELISA.

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Эти заболевания переносятся разными видами комаров. Различия в инфекционном агенте. Различия в инкубационном периоде. Обратите внимание на различие в симптомах заболевания. Сделайте анализы для постановки диагноза.


Article in English: Depending on how old your baby is, she needs a different amount of sleep. If she is 5 or under, the recommended daily sleep amounts time by age are:  Infants 0 – 2 months need 10.5 – 18 hours every day. Babies 2 – 12 months need 14 – 15 hours every day. Set a consistent bedtime that incorporates a routine. This can help her fall asleep without nursing in addition to relaxing her and regulate her sleep cycle.  Consider naps, feedings, and your baby’s age when fixing her bedtime. Don't worry about setting bedtimes during the first two months. Set a reasonable bedtime for you and your baby. You may want some “me time” after putting your baby down for the night.  You may need to tweak the schedule occasionally to accommodate activities or other factors like illness. Most babies require some time to shift into bedtime mode. Promoting relaxation through rituals and environment can help your baby relax and get to sleep, especially without nursing or feeding.  Begin winding down at least two hours before your baby’s bedtime. Dampen any loud noises.  Dim the lights around the house and especially in your baby’s room. This lets her know that it’s time to sleep.  Speak to your baby and rub her back to relax and reassure her if she is fussy. Follow a nightly bedtime ritual that does not include nursing. Taking a bath, reading a story, singing, or listening to soothing music can cue and your baby to sleep without the aid of nursing.  Read or sing to your baby to help relax him.  Give him a warm bath and massage to enhance relaxation. Create a room for your baby that promotes relaxation and sleep. Setting an optimal temperature, dampening noise, and shutting out light can help fall and stay asleep.  Set the room temperature between 65 and 75°F (18.3 to 23.8°C).  Remove anything from your baby’s room that may stimulate her, such as electronics.  Control light with soft bulbs and curtains or blinds. Using a night light in a non-stimulating color like red can help you find her or even reassure her.  Use a white noise machine...

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Вам нужно знать ежедневные потребности ребенка. Установите четкий график сна. Делайте расслабляющие процедуры перед сном. Введите ежедневную последовательность действий перед сном. Создайте подходящую среду для крепкого сна малыша. Уложите ребенка, когда он еще не спит. Обратитесь к педиатру.


Article in English: Depending on the area you'd like to gain self-confidence, look for resources you may need. Check to see if you will need formal training or education to meet your goals. After all, it's difficult to have the self-confidence to fly an airplane if you haven’t taken a lesson or sat in the pilot’s seat. If you take a formal course, it can also provide lots of opportunities for practice, which is another great way to gain confidence. Consider finding a mentor, taking a class, or reading up on a subject you need to learn about. This will give you the tools you need to succeed. Gaining confidence requires staying focused and having a positive attitude. If you are constantly being criticized or if your efforts go unnoticed, it will be easy to become discouraged. Take any negative doubts you may have and turn them into positive statements or challenges. Create rituals for yourself to develop positive self-talk or affirmations.  For example, every morning when you brush your teeth, look at yourself in the mirror, smile and say, “I am going to give it my best today, and I deserve to have self-confidence!” Do things you truly enjoy. Listen to music, visit an art gallery, play basketball with some friends. Find what you love to do and make sure you're frequently doing it. This will prevent those negative doubts from returning. A negative environment is a confidence killer. Surround yourself with people who support your efforts. This way, you'll be free to practice confident skills without being judged by those around you. Let your support network know that you're trying to gain confidence. If you're struggling, don't hesitate to ask a friend or family for help or support. Knowing that you have positive traits and qualities is a good thing, but without emphasizing and focusing on them every day, you will soon slip back into the habit of self-doubt and self-criticism. Keep your list of strengths in an easy to access location so you can look at it often. Recite a mantra or affirmation that reminds you of your positive traits...

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Получите необходимую информацию. Сохраняйте позитив и не падайте духом. Создайте группу поддержки. Напоминайте себе о своих сильных сторонах. Идите на осознанные риски.


Article in English: Depending on the bird’s age, it may or may not need your help. Juvenile birds fall into 3 categories: hatchlings, nestlings, and fledglings. Hatchlings and nestlings are baby birds and have no visible feathers on their wings or body. Neither hatchlings nor nestlings will survive for long out of the nest. Fledglings, on the other hand, have feathers and can survive on their own. It’s very common for nestlings to be found hopping on the ground as they’re just learning to fly and forage for food. Although it’s normal to feel worried for a fledgling hopping about on the ground, the fledgling might not actually need any help at all. Position yourself 20–30 feet (6.1–9.1 m) away from the fledgling and watch the nearby treetops. Sooner or later, 1 of its parents should swoop down with some food. You may have to wait awhile. In some cases, parent birds may only feed their fledglings once every 4 hours. If the parents are not feeding the fledgling, try moving a little farther off. The adult birds may not approach if you’re too close. As long as the parents are observing and frequently feeding the young fledgling, it’s being well taken care of and needs no help from you. For many species of birds, fledglings can spend as long as 1–2 weeks on the ground as they learn to fly. To the casual observer, it can appear as though a fledgling is in trouble even when it’s not. The best thing you can do is leave the healthy fledgling alone. If you’re concerned about the fledgling’s safety and health, check on it every 1–2 days to make sure it’s still alive and flapping. Even if you see a nest in a nearby tree, do not put the fledgling into it. It’s more than likely that the young bird will just jump back out of the nest. Or, if the fledgling’s parents are in the nest, they may kick it back out a second time! Furthermore, the next may not even belong to the fledgling’s family or may have been constructed by a different species of bird altogether. Although the young bird may appear small and hungry, resist the temptation to care for...

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Определите, является ли птица неоперившимся птенцом. Убедитесь, что родители птенца регулярно его кормят. Оставьте невредимого птенца на земле, чтобы тот научился летать. Не кладите птенца в ближайшее гнездо. Не кормите и не поите птенца. Защитите себя от сверхревностных родителей птенца.


Article in English: Depending on the scope of your project, your art needs can vary significantly. Some games are built using only simple shapes and colors, while other games feature complex worlds created by vast teams of artists and sound designers. Be realistic with your goals for the assets in your game, and hire accordingly.  Most independent games are created by small teams, oftentimes one person. If you are doing the entire project yourself, expect it to take a significant amount of time, especially if you are intending to create all of the assets yourself. There are a variety of free-to-use assets available online through development communities. Always make sure that anything you use does not violate someone's copyright. In order to start getting a feel for the visual aesthetic of the game, you will need to begin implementing art into the prototype, and then start expanding that prototype into the game proper.  There are a variety of styles that you can use. Pixel art (intentionally retro) is one of the most common styles employed by independent developers. This is because pixel art is typically the fastest and least-expensive art to produce that still results in a “good looking” game.  If you have more time and manpower, you can consider using 3D art. Basic 3D modeling is possible with a one-man team, but more complex details will take significantly more time. 3D models need textures on top of the model. Once you have some art to use, you can start constructing the game itself. Depending on the style of game you are making, you may need to create levels or playing areas. If you are making a puzzle game, then you can start designing your puzzles. Depending on your art style, there are different programs you can use to create your art assets. Some of the more popular programs include:  Blender – This open-source program is one of the most popular 3D modeling solutions around. There are endless tutorials available online that can show you how to get up and running quickly.  Photoshop – This program is essential in the...

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Подумайте, что нужно проекту. Нарисуйте черновые арты. Разработайте мир игры. Улучшите графику. Запишите звук.


Article in English: Depending on the situation, your child may need to be dressed more or less formally. Either way, it builds confidence to put on clean, attractive clothes. Have your child choose a favorite outfit, one that he or she feels happy and secure in. Let your child practice the speech one last time, wearing the right clothes and using all the visual aids. Emphasize how far your child has come and how strong this performance is. Make sure that your child has everything he or she needs – the speech itself, visual aids, and note cards – before leaving the house. Tell your child that nervousness and stage fright are natural and normal, that these feelings are actually a good sign because it means that he or she is taking the speech seriously. Remind your child how hard he or she worked and how strong the speech has become. Tell your child before the performance that you are very proud; repeat this praise after the performance as well. Celebrate your child’s success.

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Выберите соответствующую одежду. Сделайте генеральную репетицию. Проверьте и перепроверьте материалы вашего ребенка. Приготовьте пару одобрительных слов. Хвалите вашего ребенка.


Article in English: Depending on the surface you're working on, you can use a stiff bristled or soft bristled brush. An old toothbrush will work in a pinch. Loosen any dried crust from the upholstery and brush it off using a small brush or vacuum cleaner. You can use any solution that is safe for the surface you are cleaning. A commercial carpet cleaner, leather cleaner, or upholstery cleaner will work; you can even use a laundry stain remover for surfaces like cloth or carpet. You can make your own solution.  If you are cleaning leather upholstery, make a paste by mixing 3 parts baking soda to one part warm (but not hot) water. If you are cleaning vinyl, cloth, plastic, or carpeting, mix together eight parts warm (but not hot) water with one part white vinegar. Add a half teaspoon (2.5 mL) dishwashing liquid and mix well. For set-in stains, you should let the solution sit until it dries, then re-wet the stain with the solution a second time and let it sit for a few more minutes before scrubbing. This ensures that the solution penetrates through the stain so that when you scrub it you can remove all of the dried vomit. To penetrate the dried stain, use the hardest brush you can safely use on the material with the stain. Some surfaces like vinyl or leather will be scratched by a hard bristled brush, so you'll need to use a sponge or soft-bristled brush. For surfaces like carpeting or cloth upholstery, use the firmest brush that will not damage the surface. You don't want to saturate the surface of your car seat or carpet, but you need to use enough water to remove the cleaning solution. Try dipping a wash rag in clean water, blotting it on the solution, then wringing it out. Repeat this process until you've soaked up all the cleaning solution, and the stain should come up with it. If all else fails, you may need to resort to professional-grade steam cleaning. You can rent a carpet cleaner from a big box home store, and these can be used for carpet or cloth upholstery in your car. Don't use a steam cleaner for stains on leather,...

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Соскребите или сотрите высохшие комочки рвоты. Увлажните пятно жидким чистящим средством. Позвольте раствору пропитать пятно. С помощью щетки вотрите чистящий раствор в пятно. Промакивайте пятно мокрой тряпкой до полного удаления чистящего раствора. Чтобы избавиться от стойких пятен, возьмите в прокат пароочиститель.


Article in English: Depending on your age and gender, you will need to ensure you are getting a certain amount of iodine each day.  If you are 0-6 months: you need 110 micrograms per day (mcg/day) of iodine. If you are 7-12 months: 130 mcg/day. If you are 1-3 years old: 90 mcg/day. If you are 4-8 years old: 90 mcg/day. If you are 9-13 years old: 120 mcg/day. If you are male and 14 and older: 150 mcg/day. If you are female and 14 and older: 150 mcg/day. Women who are pregnant or breast feeding need higher amounts of iodine. Speak to your doctor about exactly how much iodine you should be getting every day based on your age, gender, and other factors, such as pregnancy. Most table salts are fortified with iodine. Unless you are on a low-sodium diet, adding table salt to your meals every day is an effective way to add iodine to your diet. Most adults can get 100% of their daily intake of iodine by adding a total of just over 1/2 teaspoon of iodized table salt (approximately 3g) to their meals, or by eating foods that contain iodized salt, such as foods in restaurants, processed foods, bread, and dairy products.  You can add iodized salt when you cook and bake. For example, if a recipe calls for salt, use iodized table salt. Iodized table salt does not taste any different from normal table salt. You can also replace your salt shaker with iodized table salt. That way, when you reach for salt during a meal, you are also adding iodine to your dish. A diet with too much salt could lead to the same symptoms as iodine deficiency, including goiter and hyperthyroidism. Too much salt can also put you at risk of hypertension, which is a huge problem in the United States. Dairy products like milk, yogurt, and cheese are all good sources of iodine. Incorporate a variety of dairy products into your diet, as well as eggs.  Start your morning with a bowl of yogurt. A single cup of plain, low-fat yogurt can provide up to 50% of your daily recommended iodine intake. Add fresh fruit, granola, and honey for flavor and more essential nutrients.  Drink...

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Узнайте о вашей потребности в йоде, которая зависит от возраста и пола. Используйте йодированную поваренную соль. Не употребляйте больше 1/2 чайной ложки (3 граммов) соли в день. Употребляйте больше молочных продуктов и яиц. Ешьте больше морепродуктов. Учтите свой регион проживания. Ешьте больше обогащенных зерновых продуктов, например обогащенный хлеб и макароны. Добавьте в свой рацион больше фасоли, особенно если вы вегетарианец или веган. Не ешьте слишком много морских водорослей.


Article in English: Depending on your crush’s personality, they may show signs of nervousness or extra energy when you’re around them. Signs of nerves mean that they want to make a good impression on you and are worried about saying or doing the wrong thing, while being hyper points to their excitement to be hanging out with you.  For example, if your crush gets flustered when talking or fidgets a little more than usual, they’re likely interested in you. See if your crush is sweating or blushing for other signs they may be a little nervous around you. This will be different depending on your crush’s personality. If they’re shy, they may have a hard time keeping eye contact with you and will look away often. If they’re not shy, your crush will maintain strong eye contact if they really like you.  Watch your crush’s pupils when they’re looking at you—if they dilate, it’s a sign that they like you. Eye contact between two people depends a lot on each person's personality, so be aware that this isn't a sure-fire way to determine if your crush likes you back. If your crush likes you back, they’ll try to steal glimpses of you whenever possible. This is a common way to show affection. If your crush gives you a playful push or light pat, it’s likely that they’re trying to signal that they like you.  For example, if you’re hanging out with your crush and they bump hips with you playfully or lightly squeeze your shoulder, they might have feelings for you. Be aware that this could just be how your crush acts around people normally. When people are attracted to one another, they mimic each other’s body language and stand facing each other. The next time you’re talking to your crush, glance at their shoes to see which direction their feet are facing. While this may mean they like you, it also might just be the way they're standing, so try not to read too much into it. If your crush moves their chair so that it’s pointed towards you, this is also a good sign. When we’re interested in someone, our body naturally leans in towards them to be...

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Замечайте волнение, беспокойство или возбужденное состояние в вашем присутствии. Обратите внимание на зрительный контакт. Замечайте легкие прикосновения. Оцените направление носков обуви человека. Замечайте, когда человек наклоняется к вам во время разговора.


Article in English: Depending on your region, there will be numerous phone companies with a variety of plans. Go on their website or to their shops and ask for information about their services. Or read reviews and ask others what their experiences are like with their provider. The amount of people using a certain provider is a good indicator of which carrier is the best in your area. A good company should be able to provide a large range of reliable coverage and reception. This usually means they will own the most number of cellular towers in order to provide network service to more areas. It ensures that your calls won't be dropped while you're moving from place to place and you'll be able to receive service in low populated or underground locations.  Most countries will have a map of all cellular towers that label which towers are used by which provider that you can find by doing a quick internet search. A good provider should have the most towers in your area or areas where you frequent most. A company might advertise plans with great deals but this doesn't necessarily mean they will have a reliable network. A great plan is only useful if you're able to carry out calls and receive service where ever you are. If you travel a lot, consider looking for a carrier that provides national or international coverage. Like network coverage, data coverage depends on your region and the carrier. Data is useful if you plan to use the Internet on your phone or if you have a smartphone.  Compare data network speeds between carriers. You can usually find this information on their website or from a sales representative. The higher the number of kilobits per second (kbps), the faster you'll be able to use the internet to upload and download data. Technology is always updating. The latest data "G" or generation of mobile technology will be the fastest. However, not all phones can support the latest and fastest data connection. The plan you choose will dictate what kind of phone you can get, what you can do with your phone, how long you have to...

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Найдите оператора сотовой связи. Найдите оператора с большой зоной покрытия сети и качественным сигналом. Задумайтесь о скорости передачи данных по мобильным сетям. Во многих странах телефон продается вместе с контрактом (и тарифным планом) на пользование услугами определенного сотового оператора. Остановите выбор на предоплатном тарифном плане.


Article in English: Depression can make you want to isolate yourself and this can make your depression worse. Instead of staying home alone, skipping school, or isolating yourself in other ways, push yourself to spend time around people.  Make sure that the people you spend time around are the kind of people who encourage you and make you feel good about yourself. Don’t spend time with people who criticize you or make you feel bad about yourself. If you don’t feel comfortable spending time with large groups, then just get together with a friend or two. Meet up for coffee, see a movie together, or go for a walk. Join an organization, club, or team sport to be around people who share a common interest with you. . Be conscious of the way you think about your life and yourself. Identify negative thought patterns and try to replace these thoughts with more constructive ones. Occupy your mind with thoughts that are constructive and uplifting. Give yourself time to change how you think. It takes time to make these adjustments. Keep in mind that negative thoughts can contribute to depression. The best way to overcome negative thinking is to work with a therapist who can help you develop tools and strategies for dealing with negative thoughts. . Create specific goals for yourself that you are likely to complete. Don’t make the goals too big or complex or beyond your capabilities. Completing your goals will help strengthen your sense of confidence, which is important when trying to get over depression.  Identify an area of your life that you want to work on or change. Consider your past experiences with this topic or area. Set a realistic standard you would like to achieve. Set a realistic short-term goal for achieving this standard. Make a realistic plan for achieving that goal. Place this plan into action. Keep an eye on your progress periodically. Modify your goal and plan, if necessary. . Create a daily and weekly schedule for yourself. Write yourself notes as reminders. Center your schedule around positive events as much as possible....

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Общайтесь. Учитесь позитивному мышлению Ставьте перед собой достижимые цели Составьте график Применяйте методы релаксации, чтобы справиться со стрессом.


Article in English: Designating a driver is a very popular tactic to avoid drinking and driving.  It is important to plan in advance, because your brain function will slow down and your decision making skills will be impaired once you start drinking. Decide before you begin drinking that you will not drive.  Figure out who will be getting you home before you leave. Make sure this person is responsible and keep them in your sight while you are drinking.  Have their contact information handy in case you can’t find them when you are ready to leave.  Choose a friend who doesn’t drink alcohol.  You likely have someone in your friend group who doesn’t drink.  This person is the most likely to remain sober. Decide on one person who will remain sober.  You can take turns within your friend group, alternating who will be the designated driver on each occasion.  Be sure that the designated driver actually remains sober.  The person who has drank the least is still not sober. If you don’t have your car with you, you can guarantee that you won’t make the choice to drive it home. If you are drinking at your home.  Give your keys to a responsible friend to ensure that you don't choose to drive somewhere after you have been drinking. It may be tempting to stay longer or leave with someone else.  Stick to the plan you made in advance and only leave with your sober, designated driver.  Keep the phone number of your driver handy in case you can't find them when you are ready to leave. If your designated driver drinks alcohol, find alternate transportation to get home.

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Спланируйте все заранее. Поручите задание ответственному водителю. Оставьте машину дома. Покиньте место встречи с выбранным водителем.


Article in English: Despite all of the online calculators available for calculating payments and interest, understanding how interest and payments are calculated is essential for making an informed decision on your loans. Calculating your payments and interest requires the use of a mathematical formula, which is as follows: Payment=Principal∗i(1+i)n(1+i)n−1{\displaystyle Payment=Principal*{\frac {i(1+i)^{n}}{(1+i)^{n}-1}}}  The "i" represents interest rate, and the "n" represents the number of payments. Like most equations in finance, the formula for determining your payment is much more intimidating than the math itself. Once you understand how to set up the numbers, calculating your monthly payment is as easy as pie. Before you plug numbers into the equation, you must adjust your interest payment “i” for how often you are paying.  For example, imagine you took out a loan at 4.5 percent, and the loan required you to make payments on a monthly basis. Since your payments are monthly, you will need to divide the interest rate by 12. 4.5 percent (.045) divided by 12 equals 0.00375. Plug this number in for "i." To determine what to plug in for "n," your next step is to determine the total number of payments you'll be making over the term of the loan. Imagine that your monthly payments are on a loan with a 30 year term. To find the number of payments, simply multiply 30 by 12. You'll be making 360 payments. To figure your monthly payment on this loan, it is now just a matter of plugging the numbers into the formula. This might look intimidating, but if you go step by step, you'll soon have your interest payment. Below are the steps of the calculation, done one by one.  Continuing with the example above, imagine you have borrowed $100,000. Your equation will look like this: 100,000∗0.00375(1+0.00375)360(1+0.00375)360−1{\displaystyle 100,000*{\frac {0.00375(1+0.00375)^{3}60}{(1+0.00375)^{3}60-1}}}  100,000∗0.00375(1.00375)360(1+0.00375)360−1{\displaystyle 100,000*{\frac {0.00375(1.00375)^{3}60}{(1+0.00375)^{3}60-1}}}...

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Изучите формулу начисления сложных процентов. Скорректируйте процентную ставку под частоту своих платежей по кредиту. Определите общее количество платежей по кредиту. Вычислите сумму ежемесячного аннуитетного платежа. Вычислите общую сумму процентов по кредиту.


Article in English: Determine and measure where you will be placing your spider web so you know what size yarn to cut. Remember the wider the point, the larger your web. Any color will do but white or silver are more traditional colors. Cut two pieces to form one vertical length of yarn and one horizontal length which will meet in the center to become the frame of your web. The length of each piece of string will depend on where you will be hanging it, so measure the string based on the location.  For example, if you want to hang the web from one tree to another, the area between the trees will define the length of the frame of the web. Alternatively, if your web is being hung on the front door, the width of the door is your limit. You can tape to the wall or tie off to nails in the wall to secure the framework. Tie a string from one corner of the frame to the middle of the circle. Complete this for each corner, then the web will have eight spokes (framework threads). Eight spokes should be sufficient but you can always add more at a later time if needed. Start from the center (where the vertical and horizontal pieces criss-cross) and weave the yarn around in a spiral shape. Each time you come to a supporting string, tie your yarn into an overhand knot to secure the shape of the web.  Leave plenty of space between each capture thread layer to give the effect of the space that you see on a real web. If you run out of a length of string, simply tie it off, tie on a new piece, and keep weaving. Make sure the strings are taut to avoid drooping. Cut off or tighten loose pieces and generally tidy up the web as needed. The web is complete when you've finished weaving enough of the spiral to reach the edge of the frame. If you need to strengthen parts of the web that might be affected by cutting off loose ends or knots, use hot glue. Hot glue is not only fast but it works well on fabrics and woods. Use store-bought plastic or furry spider toys, or make your own from pipe cleaners or similar items.

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Подготовьте необходимые материалы. Нарежьте нити пряжи для создания основы паутины. Добавьте еще нитей в основу паутины. Переплетите нити основы спирально закручивающейся нитью. Обрежьте свободные концы паутины. Добавьте пауков.


Article in English: Determine how tall you want your wizard hat to be. Situate a fabric pencil inside a compass, then set the compass so that it matches your desired height measurement. Draw a half-circle onto the interfacing and cut it out with sharp scissors.  Usually, a 9 to 10 inch (23 to 25 cm) hat is tall enough for toddlers and young children, while older kids and young adults might need a hat 11 to 12 inches (28 to 30 cm) tall, if not a bit taller. When drawing the circle, place the fixed leg of your compass in the middle of the bottom edge of your interfacing. Draw a half-circle around this point, extending out and around the bottom edge from above. Note that the flat edge of your half-circle will be twice as long as the shape's height. If you have your heart set on a specific height, add another 1 inch (2.5 cm) to that measurement for a seam allowance. Roll the interfacing so that it comes to a peak at the top part of the curved edge. Keep the bottom flat against your working surface as you work. Once the opening at the bottom of your hat appears small enough to rest on the intended wearer's head, pin it in place and test the cone. If it rests securely on the wearer's head, move on. If it does not sit on the head well, though, widen or narrow the opening as needed to improve the fit. Unpin the trimmed interfacing and lay it flat onto your intended fabric. Pin in place, then cut out a piece of fabric that matches the outline of your interfacing exactly.  Make sure that the adhesive side of the interfacing faces your fabric as you cut the fabric out. The adhesive side is usually the glossy side.     Choose a fabric type you feel comfortable working with. Synthetic satin is cost-effective and has a traditional look, but the edges can fray easily and some hemming will be required. Felt has a less traditional look, but it is both inexpensive and easy to work with since it does not fray.    Roll the material back into a cone and pin in it in place. Hand stitch the side of the cone using a neat back stitch.  Alternatively,...

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Вырежьте полукруг из клейкой подкладки. Сверните материал в конус. Перенесите выкройку на свою ткань. Сшейте сторону. Вырежьте поля для шляпы из ткани с подкладкой. Соедините части кольца утюгом. Подверните поля при необходимости. Приложите поля к основанию шляпы. Украсьте, как хотите. Продемонстрируйте свою шляпу волшебника.


Article in English: Determine what part of your hair needs volume. You can backcomb the top of your head, the crown, or your whole head. Use your fingers to section off the hair, and grasp a small section of hair in your hand.  Hold the hair straight upward, and pull it taut so that none of the strands can escape. A lot of people like to start with the section of hair on top, right above the forehead. Adding a little lift right there can make a dramatic difference.

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Выберите прядь волос для начеса.


Article in English: Determine your horse's current weight and physical condition. If they are severely underweight or limping, you don't need to be giving them tremendous  amounts of exercise. It's best to care for them until they recover rather than rush the process and try to ride him now.  Keep in mind that a horse under 3 years old is almost never ready to be put under a hard workout or conditioning schedule -  it's too stressful for them, and you can harm them by doing so. Stick to light riding for young horses. Horses in their late 20’s will need special conditioning as well, as their age makes them more likely to become injured or overworked quickly. Before you can begin making changes to your horse’s exercise routine, you must first figure out the amount they workout at this point in time. Is your horse stalled for most of the day/night or winter, or do they have a large paddock to run around in? How frequently are they ridden, and for how long? What is the highest level of work they’ve done with you recently? In order to determine the amount of physical increase that can be performed, you need to know your horse’s heart rate. Hold a stethoscope to the chest or shoulder of your horse, and count the number of beats you hear in one minute. A healthy horse will have a resting heart rate of 35-42 beats per minute. Then, have your horse perform some moderate exercise and allow them to cool down for 10-15 minutes. Take their heart rate again.  A healthy horse will have their heart rate return to 35-42 BPM after only 10-15 minutes. If this is the case, they are able to increase in their physical activity. If your horse’s heart rate has not returned to normal after a 15 minute rest, the amount of physical activity they perform should be increased very slowly and over a long period of time. To start, you should not be conditioning your horse more than three days a week - especially if your horse has been out of shape for several months. In off time, leave your horse out to pasture, preferably with another horse. They’ll get even...

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Проведите осмотр лошади или привлеките для этого ветеринара. Определите объем физической нагрузки, которую получает лошадь в настоящее время. Определите частоту пульса лошади. Установите график физической нагрузки.


Article in English: Determining how afflicted you are with an addiction to the news will help guide you in your journey of self-help and potential therapy. Ask yourself a series of questions and write down your answers. Once you see the list you have written, take time to think about the ways your life is limited by your behaviors. Introspection is the process of directly attempting to access your own internal processes. . When you figure out how and why you react the way you do, then you can solve many personal struggles. The level of your discomfort will inspire you to change your behaviors. Here are some questions you can ask yourself about your addiction to the news:  Have any of your relationships been negatively affected by your news watching behaviors? Ask those closest to you for their input as you may not be completely aware of how your actions impact others. This will show you that you news watching is not only harming you, but others as well. Does the morning news define how you will act and feel for the day? Does your last news check-in of the day determine how you will sleep at nights? If you allow the news to define your day and affect your sleep, then you are being controlled by your addiction. Do you rudely interrupt conversations to be able to hear a news item while you're out shopping, dining or spending time with others? Hurting other people’s feelings just to hear the news shows that you place news at a higher priority than others around you. Do you believe 24 hour news stations matter more than any other stations on television? Would you forgo other things in life just to feed this habit? This outlook is limiting your perception of the world, and thus limits your experiences. Do you feel deprived if you don't know what is currently happening in the world? Do you suffer from FOMO, Fear Of Missing Out? Recent studies indicate that if you suffer from FOMO you are likely feeling disconnected and dissatisfied with your life.  Are you a person who fights to be the first to hear breaking news? The urgent need to...

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Оцените степень проблемы. Оцените свое настроение после просмотра новостей. Определите глубинные причины зависимости. Продумайте план, который позволит вам развить в себе навыки управления эмоциями. Обратитесь за помощью к специалисту.


Article in English: Developing an effective workout schedule is not something you need a trainer to do. There are several simple, easy to remember guidelines to follow that will allow you to get the most out of your workouts, building muscle quickly and safely.  Allow 1-2 days of rest between similar workouts. If you work out your chest muscles on Tuesday, don't work them again until Thursday or Friday. Group similar muscle groups for workouts. For example, since many chest exercises also work out your triceps, group these exercises on the same day. Provide 1-2 rest days where you go for  a short run or avoid hard physical activity. Your body needs time to rest and recover to build muscle. Doing ten proper push-ups is far more effective than fifteen bad ones. You want every exercise motion to be smooth, fluid, and slow, not herky-jerky and awkward. While each exercise is different, some general tips include:  Inhale as you come up, or relax. Exhale on the exertion. Keep your spine straight, not curved or bent, as much as possible. Hold each exercise for 1-2 seconds at the apex, then slowly move back to resting position. . Yoga is another option for working out larger muscle groups, as it helps you strengthen your muscles and gain flexibility. Easy, calm sessions are great for rest days, and you can push yourself with harder workouts to mix up your routine. If you're struggling to find exercises that you enjoy without gym equipment, yoga might be the simple answer. Youtube contains a treasure trove of yoga workouts for any skill level, so don't feel intimidated if you're new to yoga -- you can practice in your own home with little equipment. If you really want to gain muscle, you're going to need to push yourself. Your own body is the best indicator of your workout, so keep working the muscle until it is tired. You should be struggling slightly at the end of each set, and the last 2-3 exercises you do should require full concentration and effort.  Make goals in advance. If you decide to do three sets of twenty ahead of time,...

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Составьте такой график тренировок, который будет включать проработку каждой группы мышц два раза в неделю. Сконцентрируйтесь на качестве, а не на количестве, чтобы быстро и безопасно нарастить мышцы. Выполняйте упражнения на растяжку из йоги вместе с тренировкой на проработку всего тела Выкладывайтесь по полной, чтобы последние 2–3 повтора упражнения в каждом подходе были два вас трудными, но выполнимыми. Придерживайтесь сбалансированного питания с повышенным количеством белка и меньшим содержанием жира Если вы решили серьезно подойти к тренировкам, подумайте о приобретении спортивного инвентаря для дома.


Article in English: Developing emotional strength is not the same as becoming invulnerable. In fact, vulnerability is crucial in developing your ability to connect with others and to fully experience and accept yourself. Vulnerability means being open to experiences, and also accepting that they may not work out as you hope.  Without vulnerability, it is hard to be open to experiences that have a fundamental element of uncertainty to them, such as love, trust, creativity.  Try to reject perfectionism. Perfectionism is often confused with healthy ambition or a desire for excellence. In reality, perfectionism often comes from a fear of vulnerability, the desire to “be perfect” so that we don’t experience loss or fear. Perfectionism holds you to an impossible standard and demands that you get others’ praise. Vulnerability will allow you to strive for success and achievement while understanding that setbacks happen. In order to become stronger emotionally, you have to understand what your thoughts about yourself and the world are. These thoughts have grown up over time and shape your emotional responses. Sometimes, core beliefs are too rigid and can hold you back from developing emotional strength.  Look for beliefs that use words such as always or never. Most situations in life are somewhere on a scale. Maintaining core beliefs that rely on all-or-nothing thinking can keep you stuck trying to live up to an impossible standard. For example, consider how you believe about responsibility. Do you believe you are responsible for your actions and behavior? That’s healthy and helpful. Do you also believe you are responsible for others’ actions and behavior? It’s common to believe that we have the responsibility to manage the experiences and behavior of everyone around us as well as our own, but that’s actually a fallacy. The phrase "shoulding on yourself" was invented by psychologist Clayton Barbeau to describe the cognitive distortion of feeling like you are obligated to do something. It usually happens when you compare your actions or...

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Будьте открыты. Определите ваши основные убеждения. Проанализируйте убеждения, в которых используется слово «должен». Практикуйте самосострадание. Доброта по отношению к самому себе. Общечеловечность. Осознанность. Подумайте над образом «самый лучший я». Не принимайте все на свой счет.


Article in English: Developing your personal style takes a certain amount of enthusiasm and passion. Finding a style that you like can really help you when getting started.  A great way to start, especially if you don’t know much about men’s fashion, is to read blogs and magazines that are devoted to style, and take tips you like from them. Look at celebrities that you like for style cues. Pick a celebrity you like who has a similar body type as you and see what clothes you already own that look similar. A great way to start is to also simply search “men’s style tips” and see what is currently trending. Then take a look at your current wardrobe and see if you can emulate popular styles. Compare your style to the current trends and see how you can incorporate any of your clothes into a fashionable look.  Look at what’s currently in style in terms of colors, patterns, and fit. For example, clothes that offer a slimmer cut and a more tailored fit might be what’s popular. Perhaps you have a lot of clothes that have patterns that are out of style. Compare what’s popular to what you have and separate outdated items from popular items. While taking stock, you may find that you have some older clothes that have come back into style that you can take out of retirement. Changing to a certain look or style just because it’s "the cool thing to do" doesn't mean it’s right for you. More than anything else, be yourself.  Part of being fashionable means feeling comfortable in not only your skin, but your clothes. If you have a favorite shirt or sweatshirt, you don’t have to get rid of it just to be fashionable. Keep clothes that make you feel comfortable for now. You may find that when building outfits you can use some of them. These include GQ, Esquire, Fashion Beans, or Reddit’s Male Fashion Advice. You can find places and forums where people will share style tips and wardrobe ideas.  Don’t buy into everything you read. People sometimes get very adamant that there is a right and wrong way to be fashionable. While there are trends in fashion,...

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Выделите время для работы над своим стилем. Оцените свой текущий вид. Не меняйтесь сами лишь для того, чтобы стать модным или соответствовать современным представлениям о стиле. Читайте статьи, посвященные мужской моде, на сайтах и в печатных изданиях. Подумайте, какие бренды и магазины вам нравятся.


Article in English: Deviating from your established formula may cause you to lose subscribers. Remember that your viewers are on your channel to see a certain type of content. On the other hand, if your current videos aren't receiving much in the way of engagement from your audience, it may be time to change things up. Since YouTube changed their algorithm in late 2017, creators are rewarded for the length of watch time rather than individual views. This means that engaging viewers all the way through a 15-minute video will be more lucrative than losing them at the halfway point. An easy way to ensure that users are engaged throughout the video is to minimize filler content. If you have to transition from one topic or point to another, keep the transition brief and in line with your content. While you shouldn't add filler for filler's sake, if you have exceptionally short YouTube videos (e.g., under three minutes), you may want to increase the length by one or two minutes where possible.  Ideally, your videos will be between 8 and 12 minutes.  This is especially important if you're trying to make money while operating with a small initial subscriber base. Don't extend your videos if your content persuasion clearly relies on short, punchy content (e.g., Tasty videos). Knowing when users are losing interest in your videos can help you change your video layout, especially if your videos all follow a specific format. You can see the point at which users stop watching your videos by doing the following:  Click your profile icon in the upper-right corner of YouTube. Click Creator Studio  Click ANALYTICS on the left side of the page. Look at the "Average view duration" section on the right side of the page. Adding annotations with links to your other content will both keep your audience aware of your other content and encourage longer viewing sessions. Make sure not to overcrowd the video player with annotations, as this can be annoying and unconvincing.

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Создавайте ролики с учетом выбранной тематики и целевой аудитории. Важно, чтобы зрители смотрели ролики от начала до конца. Увеличивайте продолжительность роликов. Узнайте, когда пользователи прекращают смотреть ролики. Используйте ссылки на другие материалы.