Article in English: Some symptoms are clear around two to three years of age. Beyond that, a child may be diagnosed at any age, especially during a transition (e.g. going to high school or moving house) or other stressful periods. Excessive life demands may cause an autistic person to "regress" in order to cope, causing concerned loved ones to seek a diagnosis.   In some children, signs may be noticed in the first one to two years of life. Some are not diagnosed until college, when their developmental differences become especially obvious. With some variation, most children meet developmental milestones following a specific pattern. Autistic children may meet these milestones later. Some may be precocious, and their parents may consider them a struggling or introverted gifted child.   By age three, children are often able to walk stairs, work with simple dexterity toys, and play make-believe. By age four, a child can retell their favourite stories, scribble, and follow simple directions. By age five, a child can generally draw pictures, talk about their day, wash their hands, and focus on a task. Older autistic children and teens may exhibit strict adherence to patterns and rituals, engage passionately in special interests, enjoy things that are not typical of their age group, avoid eye contact, and be highly sensitive to touch. Speak to your family doctor if you have concerns at any point in your child’s development. Do not delay if your child experiences a loss of speech, self-care skills, or social skills at any age.  Most skills that are lost are still "there" and can be regained.

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Знайте, когда аутизм может быть замечен. Изучите этапы взросления детей. Следите за потерей навыков.


Article in English: Some teens will resist any effort and will do so with a lot of eye rolling, back talk and even outright disrespect.  The most important thing is to remind them that although they are almost adults, they are still living in your home and they need to follow the rules established there and contribute to the household. Set up a meeting with your teen and establish an agenda. Take a firm but loving approach and tell them that there will be no more of their behavior and that they will be following through on a job plan For example: "I will look for 5 jobs to apply to by the end of this week. I will follow up on 2 jobs by the end of next week." Do not critique their plan unless it is obvious that they are not even trying. At this point, some of the words of the experts are going to have to give way to what works. If you cannot motivate your child out of a sense of pride or responsibility, hit him where it will hurt.  For example, you could tell your teen "if you fail to meet your goals, then your cell phone bill will not be paid for the month." Some family plans will let you turn numbers off for brief periods- so if you need to do that you can do so without penalty. When the teen has to use your phone for social or school related things, then he might pay attention to what you are trying to say. If you are just letting your teen slouch on the couch while he is home and not earning his keep, then you are sending mixed signals.  Give him chores beyond what he normally does and tell him that if he is going to live there without a job then he will have to pitch in more. Sometimes one week of doing some of the more menial house tasks is more than enough to get even the most resistant teen up and out the door.

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Установите несколько базовых правил для трудных подростков. Дайте вашему подростку срок составить план поиска работы. Сообщите подростку, каковы будут последствия. Загрузите подростка домашними делами.


Article in English: Some training methods advocate out-and-out dominance of the dog, and whilst it's good to be a leader to your dog, it should be based on encouragement rather than harsh correction. Think of your dog as a junior family member who needs to live by the house rules for everyone's benefit. Reward based training works on the principle of rewarding good behaviors so that the dog wants to repeat them in order to get a treat, whilst bad behavior is ignored, so the dog gets not benefit from it and the behavior eventually stops as a result. This is covered in depth at How to Clicker Train your Dog . The principle is to teach the dog to associate the click-clack of the clicker with a reward or treat. Then you give a cue word and use the clicker to mark the exact moment a desired behavior takes place,, and then reward. The advantage of using the clicker is that it's a down-payment on a treat, and so can exactly mark the desired behavior in a way that's difficult to do otherwise. They're cruel and not only will your dog probably not like you very much, the choke chain could do irreparable damage to your dog's neck. In fact, dogs have died as a result of wearing choke chains. A choke chain, prong collar, or electric collar represent lazy or shoddy training. They rely on fear of pain to subdue a dog and make it fearful, rather than encourage it to chose the correct behavior upon request. Borrow and buy books on dog training from your local library and your local bookshop. Read books and articles about dog training, behavior, and psychology so that you understand how dogs think, which gives you a vital edge when training them. Be aware that scolding a dog rarely has a place in dog training. Dogs live in the present and if you scold a dog it just links the negativity to you, and becomes wary of you, rather than learning a lesson, which can damage your relationship. On occasions when you are present and wish to correct behavior, such as the dog on the sofa, use a disapproving facial expression and a disapproving noise, to show...

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Используйте метод вознаграждения. Используйте в дрессировке кликер. Не используйте удавки. Изучите информацию о дрессировке собак. Не кричите на собаку и не бейте ее.


Article in English: Some types of letters make a point of requesting a response from the recipient. In situations like these, a small, usually pre-addressed reply envelope is often included inside the outer envelope. If you're mailing a letter like this, it's worth noting that the outer and inner envelopes are usually addressed slightly differently when the recipient is an entire family. To start, address the outer envelope (the one in which the contents of the letter and the second envelope are contained) with only the names of the parents or heads of the household. For the outer envelope, write the parents' names as described in the section above. For example, if you're inviting the entire Jones family to your wedding, for the outer envelope, you would only write the names of the parents: Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Tim Jones, or Tim and Janet Jones. For the inner return envelope, the rules differ somewhat. If you're requesting a response for every member of the family (for instance, if you're inviting the entire family to your wedding), write the parents' names on the first line of the address and the children's names underneath on the second line. If, however, you're only requesting a response from the parents, you would only write their names on the first line of the address, then proceed to the street address and so on.  Note that the directions for the inner envelope refer to its return address. Obviously, the main address that tells where the envelope is being sent will be your own (or that of a relevant agency, business, PO box, etc.) so that their reply will be sent to the correct place. In our wedding invitation example, if we're inviting the entire family, the return address of the inner envelope would have the parents' names on the first line followed by the names of the children on the second. The first two lines of the inner envelope's return address would look something like this:  Mr. and Mrs. Jones Emma and Peter Regardless of who specifically you're requesting a response from, it's always a sign of...

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Адресуйте  внешний конверт только родителям. Адресуйте  внутренний конверт  всем получателям. Включите марку на обратном конверте.


Article in English: Some victims do not like to admit that they were in an abusive relationship. They might feel that they’ll be judged or stigmatized. Many victims of emotional abuse are hesitant to recognize their relationships as abusive. When there is not clear-cut physical or sexual abuse happening in the relationship, some victims are more likely to minimize how much they were emotionally abused. Even when your relationship was abusive, you most likely still loved your abuser. You may now be experiencing a range of emotions, including fear, guilt, sadness or numbness. These emotional responses to your relationship are normal. Allow yourself to work through these emotions.  You might also feel physical symptoms, including insomnia, nightmares, and fatigue. It may help to keep a journal to write about these emotions. Grieve for the relationship and for the possibilities that never came to be. As you move further from the relationship, you might remember many of the good things about your partner and the times you spent together. This is a key time to remind yourself about the negative things and why you left. Writing in a journal about these reasons can help you remember them when you have second thoughts about leaving. When you were in an abusive relationship, you were trained to feel and behave in certain ways. You likely have a level of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It’s important to understand if your behavior and emotions are reactions to the present or to the past. When you have PTSD, you may have underlying fear that crops up unexpectedly.  Keep track of your emotions in a journal. Write down your feelings, especially if you experience intense ones. Track what happened immediately before you felt that way, as well as how you reacted. Triggers can be anything from something said by a friend to a location you visit. When you are aware of your triggers, then you can address them.

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Признайтесь себе, что к вам относились жестоко. Позвольте себе прочувствовать эмоции от прошлых отношений. Не забывайте, почему вы ушли. Определите триггеры.


Article in English: Some websites are intended solely for the the purpose of imitating complex computer functions. Some of these are used for effect in movies or videos, or by users like yourself! This website creates hacker-like text at an rate that is sure to shock those watching. One issue you may have with using this site to trick your friends is that it produces hacker-esque code too quickly, which may ruin the effect. Leave your window open to the site, which should display stereotypical hacker images: lines of numbers, rapidly changing measurements, a high noise sine wave. With this running in the background, you could claim:  "I'm just compiling some data that I got from a friend's server to see if there are any errors in the code. It has to run for a few hours." "I'm running some analytic programs in the background so I can see, real-time, how my processor is handling the increased temperature from overclocking." This site utilizes perhaps the most realistic hack-mimicking simulator. After arriving at the site homepage, choose a theme than proceed to type to prompt hacker-like text. You can even click on folders to run elaborate, albeit fake, processes. Move between keystroke generated fake-hacker text and the fake processes that you can activate by clicking folders that will appear in your browser window after you choose a theme. Each of these sites has a slightly different feel and generates different styles of fake code/hacker text. You can alternate between open windows quickly by holding the Alt key and using Tab ↹ to cycle through your options. Type a few keystrokes into each window before Alt+Tab ↹-ing to a new fake-hacking browser window for improved effect. If the tabs are open on the same window, press Ctrl+Tab ↹. Try different arrangements of open windows, or you can leave a few open in the background to make it look like you're a king hacker.

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Запустите веб-браузер. Откройте сайт hackertyper.net. Откройте второе окно браузера, а затем перейдите на сайт guihacker.com. На сайте geektyper.com выберите один из множества интерфейсов компьютера настоящего хакера. Откройте описанные сайты в отдельных окнах вашего браузера.


Article in English: Some women with heavy menstrual flow experience anemia. This can result in lower hemoglobin levels. There is no guarantee that oral contraceptives will work for everyone, but many women have found that oral contraceptives do help reduce menstrual flow. Oral contraceptives will not provide immediate relief of your low hemoglobin levels, but they may help reduce iron deficiency anemia caused by heavy menstruation. Peptic ulcers are frequently associated with low hemoglobin levels because they can cause slow GI bleeding. Most peptic ulcers are treatable with a "triple therapy" regimen of two antibiotics and a proton pump inhibitor, which your doctor can prescribe to you.  Peptic ulcers are almost always caused by the H. pylori bacteria.  Treating H. pylori bacterial infections with antibiotics can help reduce the anemia that was brought on by that infection. Iron deficiency is a lesser known symptom of celiac disease, which is an autoimmune disorder that is triggered by gluten and causes damage to the lining of the small intestine. If you are unable to determine the cause of your anemia, there is a good chance you may have celiac disease — even if you don't have any other symptoms. Ask your doctor to test you for celiac.  The damage to the lining of the small intestine means it can't absorb nutrients properly, including iron. If you are found to have celiac disease, you will need to switch to a gluten-free diet. After some time, your small intestines will heal and will be able to absorb iron. Certain medications can cause iron deficiency — talk to your doctor about any medications you may be taking. If these are affecting your ability to absorb iron, then discuss the possibility of switching to a different medication. Some drugs that may impair iron absorption include some antibiotics, some antiseizure medications (phenytoin), immunosuppressive drugs (methotrexate, azathioprine), antiarrhythmic drugs (procainamide, quinidine), and anti-clotting drugs (aspirin, warfarin, clopidogrel, heparin). Low hemoglobin...

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Попробуйте принимать оральные контрацептивы, чтобы уменьшить менструальные кровотечения. Принимайте антибиотики для лечения язвенной болезни желудка. Выявление целиакии. Проверьте побочные эффекты лекарств, которые принимаете. Подумайте об операции, если вы страдаете от скрытой потери крови.


Article in English: Someone who is really in a fit of rage may not be willing to have a reasonable conversation with you.  Sometimes, the best option is to give the person some space until he calms down and is capable of sustaining a conversation with you. This can be difficult if it is someone you live with, but you can go outside, run an errand or two, or go to do a chore or activity in another room. Many people respond well to a change of environment if they are feeling angry. .  Moving from an indoor space to an outdoor space can be particularly effective, as being outdoors can elevate one's mood.  You can either be direct and say, “You're upset.  Let's go for a walk and talk about what's bothering you,” or indirect, saying, “I need to go down the street to get something.  Do you want to join me for some fresh air for a few minutes?” A good way to deal with anger or other overwhelming emotions is to sit quietly and focus on taking very deep breaths.   Combining the deep breathing with some meditation exercises, such as visualizing a happy place or picturing negative emotions exiting the body, can make the breathing even more effective.  If the person is willing, you can guide them through a meditation exercise.  Instruct them to do the following (you can do it too!):  Sit comfortably with both feet on the floor and your hands resting comfortably in your lap. Close your eyes. Take a deep breath in, allowing your belly to expand with the fullness of your breath.  Picture a white light entering every corner of your mind and body as you breathe in. Breathe out slowly and deliberately, allowing yourself to fully exhale.  As you exhale, picture negativity leaving your body as dark, muddy colors, leaving only the light behind. Repeat for 10-20 breaths or until the person feels relaxed and comfortable. If the person who is having a temper tantrum is too overcome with emotions to think rationally or is unwilling to brainstorm a reasonable solution with you, try suggesting a few solutions to the problem.   Your cooler head is likely...

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Оставьте человека в покое. Предложите сменить обстановку. Предложите глубокое дыхание или медитацию. Предложите решение проблемы. Спросите человека, что поможет ему успокоиться. Вернитесь к деликатной теме позже.


Article in English: Something cold applied to the top of the uterus and/or something warm to the bottom of the uterus may encourage your baby to move away from the cold sensation and towards the warm one, flipping into the correct position.  To do this, place an ice pack or a packet of frozen veggies on top of your belly, near the baby's head. Hopefully, the baby will shy away from the coldness and turn in order to find a warmer, more comfortable position. Using the ice pack in a bathtub, with the lower half of your belly submerged in hot water, is a good way to use this technique, as the baby will gravitate towards the warmth. Alternatively, you can place a warm pack or hot water bottle on the lower half of you belly. This hot and cold technique is completely safe, so it can be done for as long and as often as you like. Many women choose to use hot and cold packs on their bellies while performing the breech tilt. There are a couple of different methods of sound use, both relying on the baby turning towards the sound and thus into the proper position.  One popular option is to play music for the baby by positioning headphones on the lower part of your belly. You can download music made especially for unborn and newborn babies online -- whether it's soft classical music or lullaby versions of your favorite lullaby tunes. Alternatively, you could have your partner place their mouth on your lower abdomen and talk to the baby, encouraging him or her to move towards the sound of his voice. This is also a good way for your partner to bond with the baby. Webster In-Utero Constraint technique -- or simply Webster's technique -- was developed to restore proper pelvic balance and function, and is thought to help encourage the baby to roll into the proper position on his or her own.  Webster's technique involves two things -- firstly, it ensures that the sacrum and pelvic bones are balanced and in proper alignment. If these bones remained misaligned, it would impede the baby's movement into the vertex position. Secondly, this technique...

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Прикладывайте горячее и холодное. Используйте звук, чтобы заставить малыша повернуться. Обратитесь к мануальному терапевту, имеющему опыт в использовании метода Вебстера. Рассмотрим метод прижигания. Попробуйте внушение.


Article in English: Something light and simple might settle your stomach. Try eating yogurt, bland crackers, or high fiber foods. Avoid spicy foods, dairy (yogurt being the lone exception -- it's full of probiotics), or anything with a strong scent. If the thought of food just grosses you out, don't force it. You may just make things worse. Your stomachache may be a result of dehydration. If you want, try an herbal tea as an alternative to water. Also try Gatorade; it has many more minerals that help calm your stomach.  If you're puking or have diarrhea, it's especially important that you stay hydrated. Your body is losing fluid at an alarming rate and it should be replaced as soon as possible. If neither of these are an option, try ginger ale or flat soda. Flat! Not the fresh kind. BRAT stands for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast. You can add other bland foods to the BRAT diet, too. For example, you can try saltine crackers, boiled potatoes, or clear soups. Don't start eating dairy products and sugary or fatty foods right away. These foods may trigger nausea even more. This may not be so good for children, however. Because BRAT diet foods are low in fiber, protein, and fat, the diet lacks enough nutrition to help a child's gastrointestinal tract recover. The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends that kids resume eating a normal, well-balanced diet appropriate for their age within 24 hours of getting sick. That diet should include a mix of fruits, vegetables, meat, yogurt, and complex carbohydrates.

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Попробуйте поесть совсем немного. Выпейте что-нибудь. Попробуйте BRAT диету.


Article in English: Sometimes a good way to get back on track and feeling better is to take a break. You'll need to identify things to be grateful for, and sometimes the break itself is a good reason to be thankful.  At work, school, etc., go for a walk around your building or step outside for 15 minutes to breathe the fresh air and muse about how thankful you are for the opportunity to take a break, to stretch your legs, to feel the sun, etc. Take a moment to notice the little things you're thankful for, like your morning cup of coffee or your pillow when you lay down to go to sleep at night. So often life gets busy that you forget to tell people how much they matter to you, or that you've noticed what they do and it means a lot to you. Expressing your thanks to others will cultivate an atmosphere of thankfulness that can spread out gradually. For example: If your spouse packs your lunch for you, call or text them something like “Honey, I know packing a lunch doesn’t seem like much to you, but I really appreciate how you always try to make my morning just a bit less hectic.” Set aside a time, like the evening meal, to talk about the things you were grateful for that day. Let each family member have a turn to discuss what made them thankful that day.  Make it a routine to go around the table and mention at least 1 thing you’re thankful for before digging in. Try to be as specific as possible. For example, instead of saying "I'm thankful for all of you being there for me," you could say "I'm thankful that you all help me tend to the garden every weekend." It is really amazing what sending just a small thank you note can do. A thank-you note acknowledges that the person gave you something (time, effort, a gift) that they didn't have to and that you appreciate what they've done. You don't have to write a massive novel thanking them, just a few lines that let them know what they and their gift, time, effort, etc. meant to you.  Thank you texts, emails, voicemails, etc. are great to send (and receive), but there still seems to be...

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Найдите минуту испытать благодарность за свою жизнь. Скажите человеку, как  вы его цените. Выражайте благодарность в семье. Отправляйте благодарственные записки. Оказывайте ответные любезности. Сосредоточьтесь на добром намерении, которое стоит за оказанной вам любезностью. Регулярно говорите «спасибо». Находите поводы для благодарности, даже если это непросто.


Article in English: Sometimes a nap helps (you never know what you'll dream about, plus sometimes, while you're lying in bed, you'll have a sudden flash of inspiration. You should write it down instantly, even if it's in the middle of the night.) or you can watch a movie or go for a walk. Seeing new things can help stimulate your brain and thus giving your imagination a boost. Cook a meal, clean the house or play with your pets. Completely forget about your story for a while. If you really can't write a word and would rather lie down and relax or do something else, don't punish yourself. Even the world's best writers can sometimes only write for an hour or a few hours a day. Gustave Flaubert, the author of the classic, Madame Bovary, was said to only write a single sentence per day! You can obsess over every sentence or every line later. If you are telling yourself that each paragraph absolutely must be absolutely perfect then you'll never get to the next paragraph! Everyone gets writer's block at least once in their lives as it's perfectly normal. You can even say that going through writer's block and breaking through it, will help you be an even more imaginative and creative writer. Okay, so maybe you don't feel up to speed with Stephen King, Louis Sachar, Emily Bronte, or Dostoevsky. That doesn't mean you should feel inadequate or like you're the worst writer on the planet. Use these writers for inspiration, as a standard you'd like to achieve, one day, not as benchmarks for your own failure or success. Once you take the pressure off, you'll be able to write much more freely.

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Сделайте паузу. Не вините себя, если вам не удается ничего придумать. Не редактируйте текст, пока пишете. Не паникуйте. Не сравнивайте себя со своими любимыми писателями.


Article in English: Sometimes chalkboards need tougher cleaning action. This is especially true if your chalkboard is marred with ink, fingerprint, or crayon stains.  Apply a mild cleaner to water, such as a few drops of dish soap, and use it to remove the stains with a cloth. Choose a non-oily cleaner that is not abrasive. You could try to clean the chalkboard with only water and a rag, but when it dries it may have gray residue on it from the lingering chalk.  Applying water to a chalkboard will cause a phenomenon known as ghosting. This means that, even though you’ve wiped away the chalk dust, there’s an outline left. Applying cleaner to the water should reduce the chances this will happen. You could use a squeegee to remove the water solution from the chalkboard after wiping the chalkboard with it. There are special commercial chalkboard cleaner specifically designed for this purpose. It can be found in many teacher and office supply stores, as well as some big box stores.  Some of the commercial cleaners are water-based and premixed. They come in spray bottles with applicators on the bottle’s top. Spray some of the cleaner on a towel, and use it to wipe the chalkboard clean. Other commercial cleaners are foam-based. Some cleaners can damage the chalkboard’s surface if you use them repeatedly. Commercial cleaners come in difference scents, such as mint. Foam cleaners can prevent streaking because the foam is less likely to drip down the board. You will want to let the chalkboard air dry, rather than speeding the process along.  Make sure that you leave enough time for the chalkboard to thoroughly dry before you really need to use it again. If you write with chalk on a wet chalkboard, it can cause stubborn stains that can be very difficult to remove. After you’ve cleaned the chalkboard, you can speed up the drying process by wiping down the whole board with a soft, dry cloth. Some people have chalkboard walls in their homes that can be pretty unsightly if they aren’t properly cleaned.  Try adding a drop of dish soap to a...

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Смешайте воду с бытовым чистящим средством. Купите специальное средство для досок. Подождите, пока доска полностью высохнет. Вымойте грифельную стену.


Article in English: Sometimes chemotherapy patients have mood changes after receiving treatments. Changes in mood can include anxiety, fear, uncertainty, anger, and sadness. Think about how you feel each day, or keep a journal to record your moods so you can recognize changes. Speak to your doctor if you are concerned about your mood changes. They may be able to help you determine if the changes are due to stress or are directly related to your treatments and/or medications. They may be able to change your medications to ones with fewer side effects. A mental health therapist can help you learn strategies to cope with your mood changes. You may be asked to participate in cognitive behavioral therapy or other therapeutic methods. Sometimes, medication is prescribed to combat mood changes, as long as it won’t interfere with your current treatment plan and chemotherapy medications.

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Распознайте изменения настроения. Посоветуйтесь со своим врачом. Обратитесь за помощью к психотерапевту.


Article in English: Sometimes children and teenagers manage to develop problems with alcohol without clearly exhibiting the signs of intoxication, abuse, or dependence to their parents. In these cases, many parents don't realize there's a problem until a child's grades start slipping. A rapid decline in academic performance should be taken seriously. Talk to your child, and follow up with his or her teachers to get more information about your child's trouble at school. Make a particular effort to talk to your child's teachers about attendance. Alcoholic teenagers often skip classes. Alcoholism makes children and teenagers much more likely to get into trouble. If your usually obedient child suddenly becomes rebellious at home, or if you start receiving complaints about your child's behavior from teachers, coaches, classmates, other parents, or law enforcement officers, view that as a warning sign. As they begin to drink more and more, teenagers will need money to pay for alcohol. If your child asks you repeatedly for money, seems unable to account for his or her spending, or steals from you or from siblings, this is cause for concern. Teenagers often begin using and abusing alcohol when they start spending time with new friends – especially if these new friends are older and lack parental supervision. If your child seems to have dropped his or her old friends in favor of new ones, pay attention – especially if this happens alongside other warning signs. Alcoholics tell lies, even compulsively. Your child may be dishonest with you about where he or she is spending time and who he or she is spending it with. You may find that your child stays out later than permitted or sneaks out of the house at night, then lies and makes excuses to cover this behavior.

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Следите за снижением успеваемости. Ищите новые поведенческие проблемы. Замечайте любую повышенную потребность в деньгах. Обратите внимание на изменения в общественной жизни вашего ребенка. Ищите признаки лжи и другого обманчивого поведения.


Article in English: Sometimes hamsters don’t stray further than the area around their cage and can be found easily. But your hamster may also have spots he tends to hide in when he goes missing. Usually these areas are narrow, dark, and easy to get in to. For example:  Inside boxes, such as tissue boxes or empty garbage bins. Under couches, beds, and loveseats. Behind or under bookshelves. Inside cabinets and wardrobes. Inside kitchen and dresser drawers. Keep in mind when searching drawers not to push them back too hard in the event your hamster is hiding behind a drawer. Behind large furniture like tables, vases, and mirrors that are on the ground. Most hamsters will chew through objects to get inside and burrow or hide. Your hamster can also squeeze into a hole as small as an inch in diameter, so she may try to chew or scratch through objects or even a crack in your walls. Turn off any sources of noise and then switch off the lights in the room. Sit still and listen for any scratching, chewing, or rustling noises. This may help you determine where your hamster is hiding. Sometimes, hamster who escape bring a hoard of sunflower seeds with them. Look for piles or trails of half-eaten sunflower seeds, or seed husks in any of your hamster’s usual hiding places. You may want to use a flashlight to check dark and narrow spots. Your hamster may also end up going to the bathroom when he is outside of his cage. Look for any droppings or poop trails, as this may lead you straight to your missing hamster.

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Поищите хомяка вокруг клетки и в укромных местах. Прислушайтесь в комнате к звукам царапанья или жевания. Проверьте есть ли следы пищи и экскрементов.


Article in English: Sometimes hibernation is triggered by a lack of food or water in order to conserve energy. To avoid sending your hamster into hibernation, ensure that it always has access to plenty of food and water. The bedding in your hamster’s cage will help insulate it and protect it from the cold. Make sure your hamster has sufficient bedding to stave off hibernation. If your hamster starts hibernating, try adding more bedding to prevent this from happening again. Having more body fat will help prevent your hamster from going into hibernation mode. Try feeding your hamster more fattening food items like sunflower seeds, peanuts, or avocado. However, be sparing with the fatty foods because a little goes a long way with tiny hamsters. During the cold winter months, be more mindful of your hamster’s behavior and if it seems warm enough. Maybe give your hamster some extra bedding in its cage during the winter and provide more fatty foods than normal. Keep an eye on your pet to make sure it stays safe and alert during the cold season.

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У хомяка всегда должно быть вдоволь воды и корма. Обеспечьте хомяка теплой подстилкой. Кормите хомяка более калорийной пищей. С приближением зимы примите профилактические меры.


Article in English: Sometimes it's not that work is terrible or terribly slow, it's just that our heads aren't in it. To make sure you start out the day with energy to power through the seconds, start with a healthy breakfast. Ditch the doughnut that will give you the sugar crash before noon and go for something protein packed, like eggs, lean meat, and whole grain bread. That morning will go by much faster when you don't have to slog through it. Try to stay away from too much caffeine, as well. Your morning cup of joe is fine, but three cups of coffee later you could be asking for trouble come the afternoon or at night. Not sleeping is a definite way to make the work day trudge by. If you have a desk job from 9-5, the time will not pass by quickly if it physically pains you to sit at your computer. The more comfortable you are; the better you'll feel, the more you'll be able to work, and the less you'll feel inclined to just tell your boss you're going home. When your body is happy, your mind is happy too. Though an ergonomic chair and desk is a good idea, that's shoveling out money you don't necessarily have to shovel out. Aim to sit up straight and have your computer at the right height for your arms and wrists. That's half the battle won right there. There could be one giant reason the time isn't flying by: you have no coworkers to distract you with. Humans naturally are social creatures and exchanging a witty comment or two with those around you can make the clock tick by faster, improve your morale, and give you that boost to get your work done even faster. How could your boss argue with that? Not convinced this is worth it? Recent studies have shown that if you're friends with your coworkers, you may live longer. The truth is that those who are happier and more relaxed (and coworkers determine a chunk of this) are healthier in general. So if you don't want to laugh at Rich's joke just for the sake of being friendly, at least do it for your health. Work being just work is a recipe for disaster. You'll burn yourself out in...

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На завтрак ешьте здоровую пищу. Сделайте свое рабочее место удобным. Будьте общительны. Заведите несколько рабочих ритуалов. Заботьтесь о себе вне работы.


Article in English: Sometimes itching occurs for emotional or psychosomatic reasons. Psychological factors that can trigger severe attacks of itching are:  Extreme emotional conditions Stress Anxiety Depression There are a number of skin conditions and rashes that are likely to result in a case of severe itching. These include:  Dry skin, or xerosis: Typically caused by exposure to extreme cold, heat, moisture, or dryness. Dermatitis: A general term used to refer to a rash that’s itchy, red, swollen, and possibly flaking skin, blistering, forming a crust, or oozing pus. Psoriasis: A long-term skin disorder that causes skin cells to build up and form patches of thick, scaly, and itchy skin. Scabies: A highly contagious skin disease caused by an infestation of tiny skin mites. Lice: Tiny parasitic insects that can be found on people’s bodies, and that cause extreme itchiness. Chickenpox: A viral infection that many people get at some point during their lives that produces extremely itchy blisters all over the body. Hives: An outbreak of swollen, itchy, pale red bumps that appear suddenly on the body in response to an allergic reaction, extreme stress, or some other reason. The bodily changes that accompany different types of internal diseases can also cause severe cases of itching. The internal diseases most likely to contribute to itchiness are:  Liver disease Kidney disease Thyroid disorders Cancer Many types of allergic reactions can cause extreme cases of itching. These include poor reactions to:  Drugs or medications you’ve never taken before Noxious chemicals or substances Certain types of food Insect bites or stings Infections from a wound or illness can lead to burning sensations, pain, swelling, and itchiness. Skin that’s become physically irritated by an environmental factor—temperature, clothing, or similar factors—can quickly become itchy. Any disorder that affects the nerves can sometimes lead to severe itching. The nerve conditions most likely to cause itchiness are:  Diabetes Herpes Multiple sclerosis Many women...

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Узнайте психологические причины зуда. Узнайте об общих кожных заболеваниях и сыпи. Узнайте, как внутренние болезни могут вызывать зуд. Изучите аллергические реакции. Избегайте инфекции. Узнайте о раздраженной коже. Изучите заболевания нервной системы, которые могут стать причиной зуда. Знайте о том, что беременность может вызвать зуд.


Article in English: Sometimes opposites attract, and this can definitely be the case when pairing beer and food. Consider the richness, spiciness, bitterness, and sweetness of a beer and pair it with foods in a yin-yang sort of way to balance the two.  Intensity of flavor in beer can involve malt character, hop bitterness, richness, and the alcoholic strength. Intensity of food flavors is all about richness, spicing, sweetness, texture, and complexity. Try matching foods heavy on sweetness or fattiness with contrasting flavors in beers like hop bitterness or roasted malt. The flavor profile of a bock is rich and warm with caramel and toasty aromas. Balance this sweetness by pairing a bock with intensely flavored or spicy foods such as slow roasted meats, Cajun food, or jerk chicken. Amber ales are known for their sweet caramel notes and citrusy aroma profiles. This is best contrasted by foods with a smoky flavor profile such as chili.

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Сочетайте контрастные вкусовые и ароматические свойства еды и пива. Сочетайте крепкое темное пиво с острой пищей. Попробуйте янтарный эль с копченостями.


Article in English: Sometimes part of procrastinating is filling our day up with so many side tasks that we have difficulty seeing what we are really doing. Look for useful indicators that you're procrastinating that include:  Sitting down to do something important and then deciding to get coffee or a snack. Filling up your day with low priority tasks. Re-reading memos or e-mails many times before deciding what to do with them. Many people are inclined to make to-do-lists. However, these can make your day seem daunting and without being tangibly incorporated into your day are little more than wishful aspirations. You need to consider how much time you have and how long each task will take in order to effectively get moving and avoid a day of laziness.  Make sure you actually account for how long tasks will take you. This reduces the chance you will procrastinate because you are working along a tangible schedule. Also, realize that things may come up that alter your schedule. This is okay. All you need to do is add this to the schedule and adjust your day. Set boundaries. People who are prone to procrastination should avoid blending life/work boundaries. Assuming you will end each work day at 5:30 P.M. forces you to be productive within a certain timespan. You may procrastinate when you feel like there are too many things to do and you shouldn't bother even starting. Most people believe that they are working harder than they actually are. This is because people feel so overwhelmed and fragmented by endless tasks. We live in a world of constant stimulation and information. Simplify your life and you'll be less likely to be overwhelmed into inactivity. Try media fasting for a week. Not all the information that we consume everyday from all kind of media is useful. Unless it's required for you to consume certain information for your work, stop everything else for a week. No TV, no newspaper, no social websites, no leisure Internet surfing, no watching videos on the Internet. You might want to create your own rule for this tip. For...

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Признайтесь, что склонны к прокрастинации. Планируйте свой день. Выполняйте меньше дел. Возьмите в привычку выполнять какие-то простые задания, как только они у вас появляются.


Article in English: Sometimes people avoid telling children about the death of a pet right away because the conversation can be so difficult. When a pet dies, it is best to tell your child soon after it happens rather than avoiding or putting off the conversation. Your child may feel betrayed if you wait to tell him or her about the death of your pet. It is important to be honest with your child and avoid using phrases like “put to sleep” and “passed away” because these expressions may confuse your child. Tell your child in a direct manner that your pet has died and that there was nothing that could be done. Do not share any details with your child that may be traumatic. For example, do not describe the cause of your pet’s death to your child. The concept of euthanasia might be difficult for some children to understand. Other children might have an easier time understanding, but you may have to answer some difficult questions as well. For example, your child may ask if euthanasia is like killing the animal. Do your best to provide honest answers to your child, but do not go into too much detail to avoid upsetting your child. Your child’s reaction may vary depending on his or her age and prior experiences with death. For example, a young child may be very sad and then seem fine a few minutes later, while a teenager may respond with anger and storm off. Keep in mind that people respond to death in a variety of different ways. Even if your child seems fine, he or she may be working through a wide range of confusing emotions.

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Сообщите ребенку о печальном событии сразу же. Будьте честны с ребенком,но постарайтесь опустить некоторые подробности, которые могут его травмировать. Объясните необходимость эвтаназии только в том случае, если ребенок сможет это понять. Приготовьтесь к возможной реакции ребенка.


Article in English: Sometimes people become hyper aware of themselves and worry they're coming across the wrong way which can make other people think poorly of them. Everyone feels fearful and nervous from time to time, and this is normal. But, if you are feeling fearful to the point that it affects your daily life and interactions, it may be time to address some of these fears. What is your body telling you? Is your heart racing? Are you sweating? These are all autonomic, or involuntary, bodily responses that are meant to ready us for action (like fight or flight), but sometimes these bodily sensation can create more fear and worry. How is your body feeling? Ask yourself, “What about this situation is making me nervous and fearful?” Maybe you are worried about sitting in the wrong seat at a nice dinner or you will say the wrong thing and you will be embarrassed. Determine if this fear is helping you in some way or if it's keeping you from doing things or living your life. Some other things you can ask are:  What am I afraid of happening? Am I sure it will happen? How sure? Has it happened before? What was the end result of it happening before? What is the worst that could happen? What is the best thing that could happen (that I may miss out on if I don’t try)? Will this moment affect the rest of my life? Am I being realistic with my expectations and beliefs? If my friend were in my shoes, what advice would I give her? Taking a few deep breaths can be powerful and help you keep your anxiety in check. Deep breathing slows your heart rate. If you can, try placing your hand on your belly and taking deep breaths so that only your hand on your belly moves, but not your chest. This is called, “Diaphragmatic Breathing.” Deep breathing can help you relax and reduce your anxiety. Many times we feel nervous and anxious when we feel we are not in control. If you are going into an anxiety producing situation, take a few minutes beforehand to do a few minutes of meditation or journaling before going into the situation. This way, you will be...

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Поймите, как страх влияет на вашу уверенность. Оцените реакцию тела. Оцените свой страх. Научитесь справляться со своим страхом при помощи техник глубокого дыхания. Медитация  Запишите вещи, которых вы опасаетесь.


Article in English: Sometimes protecting yourself from humiliation is as simple as figuring out which situations and people are likely to humiliate you. Identify these triggers for humiliation and extinguish them from your life. This could be an overly negative friend who always puts you down, a demoralizing workplace that is never happy with your contributions, or a family that tries to shame you at every turn. Humility is about learning to accept and realistically assess your strengths and limitations. Being realistic about your character is a great way to protect yourself from humiliation, which tries to degrade you. A person with humility won’t fall victim to the illusion of worthlessness that humiliating experiences try to push on us. Make a list of your strengths and challenges. Have a close friend or loved one look over the list and discuss it with you. Ask for the person’s honest opinion and try to be receptive to his feedback. Research shows that self-esteem can be a powerful defense against the humiliation associated with failure. Follow these steps to increase your self-esteem:  Avoid comparing yourself to other people. Your only competition should be with yourself. The reason you should avoid doing this is because you don’t see what goes on behind the scenes in the lives of other people. You may be comparing yourself to the way they are presenting themselves rather than their true identity.  Adjust your self-talk. Replace negative thoughts like “I can’t do it” with hopeful statements such as “this is hard, but I can get through it.” Avoid putting unreasonable demands on yourself with thoughts about what you “should” or “must” do. Certain mental health conditions can make you more vulnerable to humiliation. Social phobia, narcissistic personality disorder, and major depression can leave you open to the experience of humiliation more than people who don’t struggle from these hardships. If you’ve been diagnosed with any of these disorders, seek help in order to vaccinate yourself against humiliation before it happens. ...

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Избегайте попадания в токсичные ситуации. Взращивайте смирение. Повысьте самооценку. Получите помощь по другим вопросам психического здоровья.


Article in English: Sometimes scratches to the cornea are caused by small objects that get trapped beneath the eyelid, such as dust, dirt, sand or even an eyelash. Before you can start to treat the scratch, you must remove this foreign object. Try blinking several times in a row to remove the object. Closing and opening your eye can stimulate the lacrimal glands to produce more tears and wash the foreign body out of the eye.  With your right hand, pull the upper eyelid over the lower eyelid of the affected eye. The lashes of the lower eyelid may brush the foreign object out of the eye. Do not try to remove any trapped items with your fingers, tweezers, or any other object as this can make the eye injury worse. If blinking didn't get the foreign object out of your eye, try rinsing your eye with water or saline solution. It's best to use a sterile or saline solution. Do not use tap water. Ideal properties for eyewash solution include a neutral pH of 7.0 and a temperature between 60°F and 100°F (15.5 to 37.8°C). Though this is anecdotally often suggested, do NOT administer the solution to your eye using a cup. If there is a foreign object in the eye, using a cup to pour water on it can cause the object to become further lodged in the eye. Follow these guidelines as to how long you should rinse your eye out:  For mildly irritating chemicals, rinse for five minutes. For moderate-to-severe irritants, rinse for at least 20 minutes. For non-penetrating corrosives such as acids, rinse for 20 minutes. For penetrating corrosives such as alkalis, rinse for at least 60 minutes. Be sure to note any additional symptoms that may indicate that a poisonous solution has gotten into the eye, including: nausea or vomiting, headaches or lightheadedness, double vision or impaired vision, dizziness  or loss of consciousness, rashes or fever. If you notice these symptoms, call poison control (800) 222-1222 and seek medical attention immediately. Another method of removing any trapped objects is to place some lubricating eye drops in the injured eye to...

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Попробуйте проморгаться. Промойте глаз. Воспользуйтесь глазными каплями. Если состояние царапины роговицы не изменяется в лучшую сторону или усугубляется, обратитесь к окулисту.


Article in English: Sometimes talking can really help reduce emotional triggers and promote understanding. Your family and friends know you better than anyone. They know when to anticipate your triggers, so they can help encourage you during those times.  Ask them to soothe and comfort you. A little care can go a long way in reducing triggered emotions. If your triggered emotions have to do with feeling unsafe, your friends or family could help you. For example, if you feel too afraid to go outside alone, they could go with you to the store or to the park. Quit lying and saying "I'm fine." Instead, be honest about what you need.   "I need to be alone right now so I can sort out my feelings. We can talk later." "I could use a hug." "I'm feeling sad. You can't fix it, but I could really use a friend to help me take my mind off of things. Could we do something fun?" "I'm upset about your teasing. My voice is kind of a sore spot for me... would you mind not teasing me about it anymore?" "I just need a few minutes to calm down." "I'm having trouble sorting out a problem at work. Do you have time to listen?" Find a good counselor, social worker, or psychotherapist. Lots of people have trouble managing their emotions and dealing with triggers. People with special training can help you identify your triggers, and they can teach you strategies for dealing with them. These are caring professionals who may have tools for helping people work with intense emotions, or they can refer you to someone who does. A spiritual director or pastor can also give you spiritual guidance that can help you during those times when you're trying to manage your emotions. A doctor can prescribe medication if needed that can alleviate emotions like stress and depression. Anger management and emotion regulation might be good places to start. Books dealing with trauma could help you identify the root of your triggers. If you've already identified the reasons behind your triggers, then read books about that topic. For instance, if your triggers are caused from...

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Обсудите свои триггеры и чувства с родственниками и друзьями. Говорите людям, как они могут вам помочь, если вы расстроены. Обратитесь к специалисту. Обратитесь к духовному наставнику, священнику или врачу. Читайте лучшие книги о самопомощи. Найдите группу поддержки.


Article in English: Sometimes you can find a good coach through your cycling club, but you can also look through the classifieds in cycling magazines. A good coach can help you break your own time records, build your endurance and speed, and improve your technique when racing against others. An experienced coach can also give you advice about the best nutrition for endurance sports and advise you on the best equipment. Analyze each race to see what you can improve on in terms of technique, equipment or physical stamina. Look at the track and see what challenges you're going to have to face, and what you need in order to deal with them! You can also look at videos of racers that you know you'll be competing against, if you can find them, to see how they handle similar challenges. Study professional cyclists to learn how they train and eat, and what their techniques and racing strategies are. You'll notice patterns in terms of how they approach a race and work with other cyclists in their teams. Adopt the techniques that work for you. There are several different types of cycling events, and finding your niche can help you to set yourself apart. Find a coach who can help you to develop your skills in your chosen event. For example, you could focus on time trials, criteriums, or stage races if you are a road racer. You could specialize in downhill, enduro, or cross country if you are a mountain bike racer. Or, if prefer to race on a track (aka a velodrome), then you might participate in sprint, pursuit, or scratch races.

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Найдите тренера, который поможет вам улучшить скорость и технику. Получите общее представление о ситуации. Почитайте книги профессионалов. Оттачивайте ключевые навыки.


Article in English: Sometimes you might opt for quantity over quality, especially if you only need a basic pen for occasional writing tasks. If this is the case, run down to your local convenience store and snag a package of non-refillable ballpoint pens for a couple bucks. You’ll have a supply that will get the job done and last you for months (or possible even years, assuming the ink doesn’t dry out), so you won’t have to worry about running out of pens for a long time.  A package of 60 Bic Stic ballpoint pens can be purchased for less than $5. Inexpensive pens like this will be a no-brainer to people who aren’t looking to spend a lot on writing utensils. What these sort of pens lack in sophistication, they make up for in sheer availability. If you do a lot of writing, make comfort a priority in picking the right pen for you. Many pen styles these days offer ergonomic designs and cushioned gripping surfaces. These features will be a benefit if you frequently spend hours signing, scribbling and outlining.  Try out different pens and see what feels the best. Pay attention to things like weight, the width of the body and how well it conforms to your hand. If you happen to use a pen you like while you’re out somewhere, make a note of what brand and model it is. Find an ink that looks good and serves your needs. People who like writing thick, smooth lines will do well with a quality ballpoint or gel ink pen. If you prefer the control and neat appearance of thin, sharp lines, go for a rollerball or fountain pen. Choosing an ink is mostly a matter of preference, as they each have distinct advantages and disadvantages. The biggest factors in deciding on an ink are how smoothly it transfers to the writing surface, how bold the color is and how likely it is to run, smear or bleed. If you plan on using the pen for a specific purpose, such as signing your name legibly on important documents or inking a drawing, look for a pen that will best serve that purpose. Artists will want to use fountain pens, since they offer the widest range of...

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Купите пачку дешевых универсальных ручек. Подберите ручку, которой вам будет удобно пользоваться. Попробуйте писать ручками разных типов, чтобы понять, какие вам нравятся больше. Выберите ручку, исходя из особенностей пишущих инструментов. Попробуйте пользоваться ручками со сменными стержнями или резервуарами для чернил.


Article in English: Sometimes your emotions about another person can be so strong that they become completely overwhelming and you immediately know that something special is happening. When trying to figure out if you are attracted to someone, simply start out by asking yourself how happy you are to see the person. This can be an indicator of attraction.  Laughing at all of the person's jokes can be an indication of attraction. Smiling frequently can also be an indication of attraction. Be honest with yourself and think about whether or not you have any physical preferences. If you prefer someone who is tall, then you may not be attracted to someone who is short.  Make a list of your preferences.  Physical attractiveness is subjective and what one person finds physically appealing is not always universal. You must gaze at the person’s overall appearance to figure out if you like what you see. Physical appearance can include facial features (such as eyes, nose, lips, cheekbones), hygiene, hairstyle, attire, and anything else that affects their overall appearance. You cannot always make a sweeping statement about your preference because you can absolutely be attracted to someone who is the exact opposite of what you usually find attractive. However, sometimes your personal preference will be an overriding factor. For instance, there are some people who do not find people who smoke attractive. While this is not a physical characteristic, it is certainly something that can affect overall attractiveness.

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Размышляйте над тем, что вы чувствуете. Изучите свои предпочтения в отношении внешности других людей. Определите, что вас может останавливать.


Article in English: Sometimes, Excel documents created on older computers or versions of Excel become unstable on newer versions; similarly, Excel documents can be saved in many different file formats. By changing the Excel file format to "xlsx" (or "xls" for older programs), you can fix this problem. Click the Windows logo in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Click the folder-shaped icon in the lower-left side of the Start window. It's at the top of the File Explorer window. A toolbar will appear below this tab. This option is in the "Show/hide" section of the toolbar. Doing so will allow you to see the file type extensions at the end of files, including your Excel document. Go to the location of the Excel document that you want to recover, then click the document to select it. It's a tab in the upper-left side of the File Explorer window. This will prompt a toolbar to appear. This option is in the "Organize" section of the toolbar. Clicking Rename will cause the Excel file's name to become highlighted. Replace whatever comes after the period at the end of the file name with xlsx and then press ↵ Enter.  For example, if the document was named "Spreadsheet1.docx", you would change it to "Spreadsheet1.xlsx". If the file extension already is "xlsx", try using "xls" or "html". This will confirm your changes and change the file extension. Double-click the file to open it. If the file opens in Excel (or, if you selected "html" as the extension, a web browser), your file has successfully been recovered.  If you chose the "html" extension, you can convert the webpage into an Excel document by dragging the html file onto the Excel icon and then saving the file that opens as a new "xlsx" file. If the file still won't open, proceed to the next Windows method.

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Уясните, почему формат файла имеет значение. Откройте меню «Пуск». Откройте окно Проводника. Щелкните по вкладке Вид. Установите флажок у «Расширения имен файлов». Выберите файл Excel. Нажмите Главная. Щелкните по Переименовать. Измените формат файла. Нажмите Да, когда появится запрос. Попробуйте открыть файл.


Article in English: Sometimes, breeding pairs spawn only days after being transferred to the spawning tank. In other cases, it can take several weeks of waiting and a little bit of prodding for them to feel comfortable enough to produce fry. Here are some things you can do to encourage breeding:  Raise the temperature a few degrees if it's currently under 80 °F (27 °C). Do a 75% water change, being careful to condition the water and make sure the pH and softness of the water is close to what the angels are accustomed to. Feed them a bit more than usual with high-quality freeze dried food. Give them more security by adding additional plants, spawning mops, or other fibrous, decontaminated props. Try a larger aquarium if your tank is at or below the 20 gallon (75.7 L) mark. Place another angelfish or another breeding pair close to, but still separate from, their aquarium. Sometimes, the sight of another angelfish will get them breeding. If you've waited in vain for your breeding pair to do the deed, and you've tried all of the above suggestions, it may be time to play matchmaker again. There's a good chance the breeding pair isn't actually compatible, and you'll want to find a different mate for each fish. Try placing them back into a bigger aquarium and wait for them to pair off with other mates. Angelfish normally care for their own spawn so leave them to it once they have spawned and disturb them as little as possible. Any form of undue stress or unexpected routine can cause the angelfish to start to eat their own fry.  As the breeding pair raises their fry, continue feeding the breeding pair as before, taking note that they may not be as hungry. Remove any unwanted or uneaten food immediately after feeding and take pains to ensure the water quality is high and uncontaminated. Occasionally you get a pair of angels that eat their fry. When this happens, you have no alternative but to remove the cone or slate with the eggs to another tank containing identical water and raise them artificially. Transfer the fry to a clean 1 gallon...

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Подождите, когда у пары начнется нерест. Если ничего не помогает, поменяйте партнеров в паре. Позвольте скаляриям растить свое потомство, если хотите. Растите рыб искусственным путем, если это требуется. Подождите, когда примерно через 60 часов при температуре 27° С мальки проклюнутся.


Article in English: Sometimes, ocarinas come with an instrument chart or other instructions on how to play the instrument. If it did, study the chart to see which holes you have to cover to produce a specific note. If your ocarina did not come with a user’s manual, follow the instructions in the next step. You can produce a wide range of sounds by covering and uncovering different combinations of the four holes with your fingers. As such, you want to make sure that you have a labeling system that helps you remember which combinations produce specific sounds.  Put the ocarina’s mouthpiece in your mouth as though you were going to play it and look at the positioning of the holes from this perspective. In your mind, label the top left hole “1”, the top right “2”, bottom left “3”, and the bottom right hole “4.” Drill those hole positions into your head so that you can easily read these instructions for how to play scales. An “x” will be used to symbolize an open hole, meaning you should not cover that hole with your finger. So, for example, a Middle C is represented as 1 2 3 4. This means you should cover all four holes with your pointer and middle fingers while blowing through the mouthpiece. A D, on the other hand, is represented as 1 X 3 4. This means that all holes should be covered except for hole 2 — the top right hole. Go through them slowly at first and try to memorize the finger patterns needed to create this progression of notes. Don’t worry about speed yet — just memorize how to play a scale. Use the following finger patterns to work through the scales:  Middle C: 1 2 3 4 D: 1 X 3 4 E: 1 2 3 X F: 1 X 3 X F# (Gb): X 2 3 4 G: X X 3 4 G# (Ab): X 2 3 X A: X X 3 X A# (Bb): X X X 4 B: X 2 X X C: XXXX The best thing you can do to become a proficient ocarina player is to be able to move up and down your scales. There are two things you want to focus on during this practice: 1) memorizing the notes produced by your finger patterns and 2) speed. The better you get at those two things, the more you’ll be able to enjoy the actual...

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Обратитесь к инструкции. Разметьте и запомните отверстия. Научитесь играть ноты одной октавы. Потренируйтесь играть гамму. Научитесь читать ноты.


Article in English: Sometimes, only certain formatting marks are set to show up in the document, which means the Show/Hide formatting marks button may not work. Instead, click on “File” and then “Options.” Under “Display” look at the section marked “Always show these formatting marks on the screen.” You should see a checked box labelled "paragraph marks". At this point you can also turn off any other formatting marks you want to remove, like spaces, hidden text and object anchors. The paragraph marks will no longer appear automatically in any of your documents.

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В панели «Файл» выберите «Параметры». В левой части окна нажмите «Экран». Снимите флажок у «Знаки абзацев». Нажмите кнопку «OK» внизу окна.


Article in English: Sometimes, over the course of installation, a wire might be jostled or damaged in such a way as to compromise its ability to transmit electricity to your new light. Additionally, in some cases, contractors may have used different colored wires for your electrical setup. In both of these cases you should use a circuit tester to ensure you don't make a dangerous mistake with your wiring.  A circuit tester can be purchased at most hardware stores. Turn off the electricity, free the wire you are uncertain about from the old fixture, and then turn the electricity back on, being sure that your free wire is not touching anything dangerous. Your circuit tester will have two nodes; connect one to the questionable wire and the other to a grounded, metal surface or your ground wire. If the light on your tester turns on, the wire is hot and is supplied with electricity. Some wiring jobs are done haphazardly, with poorly managed wire in the fixture box or wall or ceiling where you are working. After turning off the circuit, hold up your fixture to your mount to approximate how much wire you will need. Be sure to leave some excess. Wire can become damaged or get brittle over time, in which case, you might want to strip some insulation off the wire to tie a new fixture in to your circuit. If you are working with older wire, or if the stripped part of the wire is difficult to work with, after you have cut power to the circuit you are working on, you can strip more wire for greater ease of handling. It is recommended that you remove about ½" of wire insulation with a wire stripper or a utility knife. Be sure you exercise care when using a utility knife; you don't want to nick or damage the metal part of your wire. If you have a friend of family member available to assist, it can help a great deal to have this person hold the fixture while you're wiring. If you do not have help available, you can bend a piece of unused scrap wire to hang the light securely from the mount. With the fixture secured, you should be able to use...

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Проверьте наличие электрического тока. Создайте пространство для работы. Зачистите дополнительную часть провода. Выполняйте подключение двумя руками.


Article in English: Sometimes, people may not realize what their words sound like. Someone may have said something offhand, without paying too much attention, and inadvertently made an offensive remark. If your friend hears their words repeated, they may recognize that they screwed up. For example, someone asks an Asian guest at a party, "So, what are you?" You can jump in by saying something like, "Wait, 'What are you?'" It can help to force the speaker to rethink their choices. Ask them, sincerely, what they meant by the statement. If they have to answer that question, they may realize the unfortunate implications of their language. For example, a friend says something like, "That guy doesn't act like other gay people I've met." Respond with, "What do you mean by that? What do gay people tend to act like?" Sometimes, silence is the best response. If someone says something offensive, simply respond by not saying anything for a few seconds and then walk away. This may help the person get the hint. If an offensive comment is not about you personally, you may want to consult with the person potentially offended before stepping in. After an offensive comment, scan the room to see if you notice anyone flinching or frowning. Later, you can ask the person who seemed upset if you should say something. For example, you notice a friend who's Mexican-American flinch after another friend makes a comment about Mexican workers at the cafeteria. When you have a moment to talk to that person alone, say, "Hey, I noticed Jim's comment seemed to bother you. I know him pretty well, so I can talk to him if you want."

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Повторите его слова. Поставьте под сомнение его слова. Ответьте молчанием. Посоветуйтесь с человеком, которому была нанесена обида.


Article in English: Sometimes, the cloudy "film" is actually many tiny scratches. This damage is permanent. There is no great way to hide this damage, either, so don't expect to restore it to full shine. Keep reading to give it your best shot, and prevent this happening to your other glasses. Do not continue until you have tried wiping off the haze with vinegar. These solutions can make hard water films worse. If you notice a rainbow sheen to your glass, this is a related problem, called "silica film." Typically, the sheen is interrupted with white or solid-colored lines. Those lines are sites of irreversible damage, but you can scratch away the rainbow film. Add water to a bit of baking soda or toothpaste until it forms a paste. Rub gently onto the glass, then rinse.  You can scrape it away with a knife or pin as well, but take care not to chip or scratch the glass. You can use commercial glass polish instead. Different brands of toothpaste have different levels of abrasiveness. Look up your brand's "radioactive dentin abrasiveness" (RDA) rating online. Ideally, find an RDA between 200 and 250. You can still save your undamaged glasses. Etching is typically caused by very soft water or very hot water. Make one or more of these changes:  Let your sink run until its hottest point, then put a thermometer in a cup of water. If it's hotter than 140ºF (60ºC), lower your water heater settings. Use a no-heat dry cycle, if possible on your model. Do not pre-rinse dishes, unless necessary for your dishwasher. Use very little detergent, especially if pre-rinsing. (As little as ¼ full if your water is below three "grains" of hardness.) Switch to a detergent designed for soft water. Hand-dry valuable glassware. If your glasses already have etching, coat the scratches with clear nail polish and let it sit for 1 hour. Wipe any excess nail polish off with a clean cloth dipped in nail polish remover. If your dish scrubbing brush is so worn that the plastic or metal head butts against the glass, throw it away. This could be causing the...

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Распознайте неустранимые повреждения. Протрите радужные пятна. Предотвратите травление в посудомоечной машине. Не используйте изношенные щетки.


Article in English: Somewhere nobody will interrupt you. Probably somewhere away from your desk, phone, or computer. That way you can rest in peace. You only have a short amount of time for a power nap so you want to make the best of it. If you have a secretary, you may ask them to hold all calls and stop anyone from coming in. Be careful that your quiet place is not too secluded or remote. Make sure someone knows where you are at in case they need you. Some naps last 15 minutes while others last several hours. Decide how long you want to sleep and limit yourself to that. If you have a limited amount of time for your nap, adjust to ensure you have some time to wake up before your next task. You may want to vary your nap times based on your own sleep cycle rhythms. Some naps may also be better for achieving different results. A 20 minute nap is good for improving your motor skills while a 60-90 minute nap improves decision making. When you are napping you may or may not have your usual alarm clock. If you are using your usual alarm clock, set it as you usually do. You may use a wake-up call at a hotel or the alarm on your phone. Travel alarms work well in these situations. If you are at your desk you may try setting up an alarm on your computer. Even if your usual alarm clock is available you may want to use a different alarm clock instead. If you alter your regular alarm clock you may forget to reset it later. This could cause you to be late in the morning. Anything will do here. Hotel wake-up calls. Friends, family, colleagues, and co-workers will often help too. Setting multiple alarms on multiple devices can be helpful too. That way you don't give in and sleep for too long in the middle of the day. Although you may want to turn the alarm off and fall back to sleep, don't. Stand up instead. Get moving to get your mind going. You may even want to set your alarm across the room so you have to get up to turn it off. Turn some lights on or stare out a window if it is sunny.

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Найдите тихое место. Решите, как долго вы собираетесь спать. Установите будильник. Подстрахуйтесь, чтобы проснуться вовремя. Встаньте сразу же, как только проснетесь.


Article in English: Sore muscles are often the result of excessive lactic acid buildup in the muscle tissue. When you use a warm compress on a sore muscle, the heat draws more blood to that area. The increased circulation flushes away excessive lactic acid, making your muscles feel less sore. It also brings more oxygen to the area, speeding up the healing process for damaged tissue. The warm sensation can distract the nervous system, decreasing the amount of pain signals sent to the brain. If you experience prolonged muscle spasms, your first step is to rest the affected muscle. Take it easy, and avoid the activity that stressed your muscle to the point of spasm in the first place. Wait 72 hours to apply heat, letting any inflammation in the area diminish. After the three days have passed, apply a moist warm compress to the affected area to speed up the healing process. Both methods can be effective in treating joint issues, though some people prefer one over the other. You might try alternating between the two until you figure out which one works better for you.  Cold ice packs numb the soreness you feel and reduce inflammation and swelling in your joints by constricting your blood vessels. Though extreme cold can uncomfortable at first, it’s very useful for numbing acute pain. Warm compresses dilate the blood vessels, increasing blood flow that speeds up the healing process. The heat also loosens the tissues and ligaments in the stiff area, increasing their range of movement.  You can also apply heat by soaking the affected area in warm water. This might mean swimming in a heated pool or simply soaking in a warm bath. Pregnancy, diabetes, poor circulation, and heart disease (like high blood pressure) can respond poorly to heat therapy. Talk to your doctor before using a warm compress to ease muscle or joint pain. You should always keep a layer of cloth between the heat source and your skin to prevent burns. Heat is best used to treat chronic issues, like ongoing muscle soreness, spasming, or chronic joint pain. Cold, on the...

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Теплый компресс помогает уменьшить мышечную боль. Для лечения мышечных спазмов используйте влажные теплые компрессы. При ригидности суставов и болях при артрите можно использовать как согревающие, так и холодные компрессы. При определенных состояниях следует избегать лечения теплом. Не используйте теплые компрессы при серьезных травмах.


Article in English: Sorrel leaves taste best while they are still young. The flavor becomes bitter as they age. Pick off the young leaves before they grow too large. Not only will the young leaves taste delicious, but removing them helps the plant grow more vigorously. After you pick off a leaf, a new one will grow in its place. You can harvest sorrel all season long in this way. Don't forget to remove the flower spikes before they mature, since the plant will stop growing new leaves if the flower spikes are allowed to remain. Like other leafy vegetables, sorrel is best eaten soon after picking. It will keep in the refrigerator for about a week if you can't eat it right away. Sorrel may also be dried or frozen, but processing it causes it to lose much of its flavor. Prepare sorrel in the following ways:  Toss it in a salad Sauté it in a little butter Add it to leek and potato soup Add it to a quiche Put it on sandwiches

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Выбирайте листья длиной 10-12 см. Собирайте урожай в течение всего сезона, так как листья продолжают расти. Употребляйте в пищу свежий щавель.


Article in English: Sounds obvious, right? It's good to remember that if you love your partner, you need to say so every now and then. It's very important that a burgeoning long-term relationship be built on love and trust, and you need to let both your actions and your words communicate that. Say those 3 words and say them often. Try speaking to your partner in their love language. This is the way your partner expresses and understands the emotions of love. While it might seem easy, it's important for couples in long term relationships to make that relationship a priority, taking time out of your schedule with friends and family to do things with your partner. The longer your relationship gets, the more difficult this can become. Make the effort.  You don't have to do expensive or things or go on exotic dates to keep your relationship fresh. Going out to dinner and movies is nice, but it's also great to go hiking together, or give each other massages, or spend a night gaming together. Time spent being active together is good. While it might seem unromantic, it can sometimes be necessary to schedule time to do things with your partner in a long term relationship to remain intimate with one another, and keep your emotional connection alive. Schedule weekly date nights, or monthly weekends away. Savage Love columnist and author Dan Savage coined the term "GGG" to refer to a quality in partners common to good long-term relationships: the trait of being "good, giving, and game."  Being good means acting in a way that has your partner's best interest at heart. You have to be good to your partner at all times. Being giving means going the extra mile to make your partner happy. Give a part of yourself to your partner, sharing your interests and your life with them. Be selfless when you're with your partner. Being game means being up for things you might normally not be excited about. It's easy to be a stick in the mud about things you're inexperienced or uninterested in, but if it would make your partner happy, try to be up for it....

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Не забывайте говорить партнеру о том, что вы его любите. Совместно занимайтесь интересными делами. Будьте добры, щедры и азартны. Введите в отношения элемент спонтанности. Не забывайте уделять время себе.


Article in English: Sources of heme iron (aka organic iron) are generally the easiest for your body to absorb. About 20% of heme iron is absorbed during digestion, and that absorption level is not affected by any other dietary elements. Heme iron sources can also help your body absorb more iron from non-heme foods. Red meat tends to have the highest absorbable iron levels, but other forms of meat and seafood are also highly absorbable. To increase your hemoglobin levels, try consuming the following foods:  Beef Chicken Pork Lamb Tuna Halibut Shrimp Oysters Non-heme (or inorganic) iron is typically found in plants and plant-based foods. These iron sources are absorbed at much lower rates than heme iron sources. Generally speaking, you will only absorb 2% or less of the iron in non-heme foods; however, with proper planning (by pairing non-heme foods with other iron sources), inorganic/non-heme foods can and should be a part of any balanced diet. Common sources of non-heme iron include:  Beans Nuts Potatoes Avocados Apricots Raisins Dates Spinach Asparagus Green beans Whole wheat bread/cereal/pasta Any bread that has been fortified with additional iron Non-heme foods may have lower absorption rates than heme foods, but there are a number of things you can do to increase the amount of iron absorbed from non-heme foods. Non-heme foods are still an important part of a well-balanced diet, and with some very minor modifications, you can significantly increase the amount of iron you get from them.  Combine heme and non-heme foods to increase the absorption of iron. Heme foods help your body extract and absorb more iron from non-heme foods when paired together. Cook non-heme foods in an iron pot/pan/skillet. The food will absorb some additional organic iron from the cookware, which will help increase your absorption of the non-heme food's iron. Pair non-heme foods with vitamin C. Eat oranges, grapefruits, strawberries, tomatoes, and broccoli with your regular non-heme food items. In addition to vitamin C, you can pair any acidic food...

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Ешьте больше продуктов с гемовым (органическим) железом. Добавьте больше негемовых (неорганических) источников в свой рацион. Повысьте усваивание железа из негемовых продуктов. Избегайте продуктов и напитков, которые понижают способность вашего организма усваивать негемовое железо.


Article in English: Spaghetti can be eaten with nothing more than a single fork (in fact, this is how the Italians do it). Almost any standard-sized dinner fork will work. Now, carefully move the fork up to your mouth. Put the entire bundle in at once. Chew, swallow, and repeat! If the bundle is too big, start over with fewer strands of spaghetti. Bundles that are too big are a recipe for spills and messy sauce drips.

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Возьмите вилку в вашу доминирующую руку. Поднесите намотанные спагетти ко рту.


Article in English: Spare the planet's resources and bring your own mug and bowls for constant reuse rather than using the Styrofoam disposables in the office. These will definitely add to the homely feel, they're a much nicer tactile experience and everyone will recognize your mug and bowl over the office eclectic mix in the kitchen cupboard. Bring along a tray, add a coffee pot or teapot to it, your favorite beverage in a tin or jar, your favorite cookies and any other treats. Make it so that it can be moved as one to make way for workspace and then simply transported back to where you're sitting to enjoy the drink and nibble, any time you take a break. Some people join forces and create small tea or coffee drinking ceremonial spots somewhere central to their cubes or within a cubicle space where they open out onto one another. This can improve coworker bonding and if you love collectibles, can be a place to display teapots, samovars, coffee pots and accompanying spoons, cups, etc. Always keep it filled with your favorite treats, either for yourself or for you and everyone else too. If you're on a diet, switch it to carrot sticks and goji berries, or whatever else works for you!

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Принесите свою чашку, тарелку и приборы. Выделите отдельное место для обеда. Поставьте где-нибудь в своей кабинке тарелку с разноцветными конфетами.


Article in English: Speaking assertively means saying something in a way that is active and direct. This is a more effective way to talk than speaking more passively, which is less likely to get someone to listen to you. If, for example, you are asking somebody to do something for you, a clear and assertive request may get better results than a more passive one.  An assertive request could be as simple as “will you pick up the kids today?” A more passive version of this might be “after you’ve finished messing around with that, could you get the kids? If you’re not too busy of course.”  Avoid adding tag questions to the end of your statements, such as “is that okay?” or “does that make sense?” Clear and direct communication can help you communicate more effectively in all kinds of relationships. One helpful method for direct and effective communication it to use plenty of I-statements. Using I-statements helps you express how you feel to somebody, without explicitly implicating or accusing the other person of anything. It focuses on your feelings and experience, rather than the other person.  For example, if you always end up buying the milk, address this with an I-statement. Say, “when we run out of milk in the morning, I feel frustrated because I buy it every day.” Avoid accusatory you-statements such as: “you never buy the milk!” You have something important and interesting to say, but often explaining it less rather than more can be most effective way to articulate it. If you try to give a great amount of detail, or talk for too long, you run the risk of people losing interest and you losing their attention. Try to think of ways to summarise what you want to say before you say it.  In order to be concise, you need to have a certain confidence about what you are talking about. You will be able to explain something concisely when you have a strong understanding of it. If you are asking a question, be polite but concise. For example, saying “will you please pass me that file?” is more direct than saying “excuse me, would you...

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Используйте активные слова. Говорите от первого лица. Говорите лаконично и прямо. Не преувеличивайте. Будьте настойчивы. Придерживайтесь сути.


Article in English: Spearheads can be purchased from numerous blade-smiths online. It may also be possible to purchase a spearhead from a local knife shop if your city has one. Purchased spearheads may not come pre-sharpened. You could sharpen the blade yourself if you like, or take it to a professional knife sharpener. The “haft” of a spear is simply the pole to which the spearhead is attached. “Hafting,” is the act of attaching a spearhead to a handle.  If you spent money on a nice spearhead, chances are you’ll want to shell out the extra money for a decent ash pole. Depending on the thickness of the haft, you may have to taper one end in order to properly secure the spearhead. Make sure you only carve enough to fit the spearhead; carve too much and you will have a gap between the haft and the spearhead resulting in a loose fit. Put the spearhead on the haft making sure the fit is snug. Your spearhead may come with holes in the “socket,” the hollowed end that fits over the haft. Using a marker or pencil, mark on the haft where the holes fall. You will be drilling a small hole here to secure the spearhead. You can secure the spearhead with a short nail or a pin. Alternatively, you may simply use glue or epoxy if you do not have access to a drill.  If there are multiple holes in the spearhead socket, make sure you drill straight through the haft, otherwise the pin or nail will be out of alignment with the socket holes.  Drive a short nail through the holes securing the spearhead to the haft. Secure one end of the nail using either a pair of pliers or a vice. This is to stabilize the spear while you hammer the other end of the nail.  Using a ball-peen hammer, tap around the head of the nail until it flattens out, causing a rivet and locking the nail in place. Repeat this process on the opposite side until both ends of the nail are securely fastened.

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Приобретите острие. Найдите подходящую рукоять. Проверьте посадку острия. Зафиксируйте острие.


Article in English: Spend more time brushing your hair, tossing your hair back, running your fingers through your hair, and just enjoying the feeling of your hair on your head. When you're in the shower, take the time to massage shampoo and conditioner into your scalp and enjoy the feeling of running your fingers through your locks. This will help you indulge in one of the most amazing parts of your body. And if you have a partner, playing with his or her hair will add a sensual touch to your relationship. That's right. Being in the shower doesn't have to feel like a race to get in and out as fast as humanly possible. Though it's nice to be eco- friendly and to save water, soak in a bath or just spend some time soaping your body and enjoying the sensation of getting clean and feeling the water running over your body. Sing to yourself if you want to. Just spent the time enjoying the sensation of getting clean instead of trying to rush on with your day as fast as you can. Take a nicely scented lotion and massage it into your body. This will help you spend more time with your sensations, both because of your sense of touch and your sense of smell. Your body will also feel softer and you'll enjoy touching and feeling it throughout the day. The lotion doesn't have to have an overwhelming scent; just a touch of juniper or lilac can make you feel happier throughout your day. Wear a nice silk robe. Spend time under your favorite comfy blanket. Get a new pillow that feels heavenly under your head. Wear the jacket that makes you feel like you're wearing a pillow. Take the time to enjoy the sensation of a nice piece of fabric or cloth between your fingers or on your body, and you'll be having a more sensual experience. Farmer's markets are the perfect place to make use of all of your senses. Go to your local farmer's market and try all of the samples the vendors offer. Feel the weight and the texture of the different fruits and vegetables you have in your hands. Stop and smell the fresh cilantro, parsley, dill, and other herbs you see....

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Играйте с вашими волосами. Проводите больше времени в душе. Используйте лосьон. Наслаждайтесь красивыми тканями. Съездите на фермерский рынок. Наслаждайтесь вкусной домашней пищей. Дегустируйте вино. Слушайте вашу любимую музыку. Наслаждайтесь природой. Сходите в музей искусств.


Article in English: Spend time learning all of your songs by heart, that way you won’t have to worry about forgetting or missing any lyrics. Play practice sets with your band or back-up singers so that you can work on any potential issues in advance. Have someone videotape you performing a set on stage. Then, look over the video for ways that you could improve.  Don’t be too concerned about over-preparing before an event. Practicing will actually make it more possible for you to relax and enjoy performing on the day of. Make sure to attend all practice sessions at the venue as well. This will give you a better feel of the space, so you’ll know what might work for your performance and what won’t. You want to work out any kinks or technical glitches well before the audience arrives. Make sure that your instrument or mic is hooked up properly and get to the venue early to call out your “check one, check two…” You can also use this opportunity to talk with the stage or sound technicians for the venue to see if they have any ideas for how you can enhance your performance. For example, the technicians may be able to adjust the lighting so that it focuses more on you front and center. Bring up a bottle of water and set it near the mic. Or, stand to the side of the stage and grab a quick drink while other band members are playing. Room temperature water is the best for your vocal cords. If you accidentally forget a lyric or mess up a note, just keep going. If anyone in the audience notices they’ll likely think that you are just improvising. If someone in your band messes up, try not to draw attention to it. If the sound is dropped or another major mistake occurs, keep a sense of humor about it. For example, you might say to the audience, “I’ve noticed my mic is out, so while they work on it we’re going to listen to my bandmates for a bit.” Your adrenaline will keep you going for most of your performance, but it can be easy to lose energy towards the end. Keep up the pace by adding lively songs to the end of your set. Also, use a few...

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Репетируйте. Не пропускайте саундчек перед концертом. Пейте воду. Игнорируйте ошибки. Не расслабляйтесь до конца.


Article in English: Spend time on questions that make you think about your life and its meaning. As you do, you will be forced to acknowledge certain aspects of your self and personality, helping you gain more self-awareness, a spiritual quality. For instance, spend time writing or thinking about questions like "Why am I here?"; "What can I contribute?"; "What makes me happy?"; and "Why is life meaningful to me?" The answers to these questions will be different for every person. For instance, you might find that spending time with your friends and family is what makes life meaningful for you. When you feel something, take a moment to figure out exactly what you're feeling instead of trying to push it down or numb yourself. Try to find a label for your emotion and express it in some way, even if it's only to yourself. For example, if you've had a bad day, you may want to just drown it out with ice cream. While a little ice cream never hurt anyone, first figure out what you're feeling and why, which will help you deal with the emotion. For instance, maybe you're upset and frustrated because your boss didn't acknowledge your contribution and also wouldn't give you your requested time off.  Expression can mean saying it out loud to another person, but it can also mean doing things like screaming into a pillow when you're angry or having a good cry because you're sad. Understanding and acknowledging your emotions is a big part of being more self-aware, which in turn is a part of being spiritual. When you're having a hard day, spend some time free-writing in a journal about it. You don't have to write about anything specific, but spend some time on your thoughts and feelings about what happened. Don't judge what you're writing; just let it come out and worry about what it means later. Writing about what's going on in your life can help you become more self-aware. It helps you sort through your feelings about events even if you don't realize it in the moment. For instance, if you're writing about going home to visit family, you may...

Summary in Russian:

Копните глубже, чтобы понять свое предназначение и свои ценности. Признайте свои чувства, вместо того чтобы пытаться их заглушить. Пишите о жизненных событиях и своих эмоциональных реакциях.


Article in English: Spending those last few minutes with your friend before everything changes will be priceless. If it's not possible to see her off at the station, plan a different time to say goodbye in the last few days before she leaves.  Ask your friend if she needs help packing. That's a good way to spend time with her and help her reduce the stress of moving. She may be busy with her family during those last few days. If that's the case, drop by for an hour or so to say your goodbyes. There's no one way to say "goodbye." The best way to do it is to be truthful about how you feel. Even if you aren't entirely eloquent, your friend will know how much you care. The warmth and love you express will bolster her courage to move to a new place and start over.  It can be hard to directly express deep feelings to someone else, but now is the time to do it. Tell your friend you love her and will miss her. Sometimes "goodbye" is too hard to say. A hug and a sincere smile will tell your friend everything she needs to know.

Summary in Russian:

Встретьтесь с подругой в аэропорту или на автовокзале. Поделитесь с подругой вашими чувствами.


Article in English: Split it down the middle into two sections. Bring both sections forward over your shoulder so you can see your hair. Starting on the right or left side, isolate a chunk of hair. The chunk of hair should be about .4 to .5 inches (10 to 12 mm) thick in diameter. Hold the section of hair straight out from the side of your head. Make sure to hold it taut. Starting two to three inches away from the root of your hair, position the comb at a 45 degree angle relative to your hair. Using light pressure, gently move the razor in short, choppy motions from the middle down to the ends of your hair. Make sure the razor is not at a 90 degree (perpendicular) or 180 degree (flat) angle relative to your hair. As you razor your hair, the cut hair will accumulate. Use the comb to remove any loose hair. Repeat steps two through four on the rest of the bottom section. Once you are finished with the bottom section, use a ponytail holder to isolate it. Then let down the hair in the middle section. Repeat steps one through four on the middle section of your hair.  When you are razor cutting the middle section, try to avoid cutting the baby hairs around your temples. Once you are done cutting the middle section, don’t forget to isolate it with a ponytail holder so you can razor cut the top of your hair.

Summary in Russian:

Разделите нижнюю прядь волос. Отделите часть волос. Наклоните расческу под углом 45 градусов. Расчешите свободную часть волос. Повторите процедуру для средней пряди.


Article in English: Spoon about a tablespoon of the cheese mixture into each half. Add more or less depending on how much it takes to fill the jalapeno without it overflowing. Crack the eggs into a bowl and beat them lightly. Pour the flour into a separate bowl, and pour the bread crumbs into a third bowl. Line a plate with paper towels so you can place the breaded poppers there. Take a jalapeno half and carefully dredge it in the flour, being careful not to spill any cheese. Sprinkle some flour on top as well. Next submerge it in the egg mixture. Finally, coat the bottom of the jalapeno with breadcrumbs, then use a spoon to coat the top as well. Place the breaded jalapeno on the paper towel-lined plate. Continue this process until all of the poppers have been breaded.  For an extra thick and crunchy coating, dip the poppers in the egg mixture, the bread crumbs, then back into the egg mixture and the bread crumbs a second time. You can use Panko or crushed crackers in place of the bread crumbs.

Summary in Russian:

Заполните половинки перца сыром. Подготовьте панировку. Панировка хрустиков.