When the weather starts warming up (usually over 75 degrees), keep an eye on your rabbit's comfort. Be in the habit of freezing large water bottles. This way, you can place them next to your rabbit's side when it starts getting hot out. If you're using an old soda bottle, be sure to remove the plastic wrapper from the bottle so your rabbit doesn't chew it off. You might want to set out two bottle water feeders for your rabbit, especially if you'll be gone during most of the day when it's hot. This way, your rabbit will have plenty to drink, preventing dehydration. You can also add ice cubes to the bottle water feeder to keep the water cool. Set up a small fan near your rabbit's hutch or cage. This slight breeze can keep your rabbit cool and prevent overheating. If you set up a fan, make sure your rabbit can't access the electrical cords. Rabbits love to chew, so keep these out of his way. If you keep your rabbit outside, he should have lots of shady places to rest. This doesn't mean you have to set up a large umbrella or keep your rabbit locked in his hutch. Just make sure there are larger leafy plants or trees under which your rabbit can get out from the direct sun. This is especially important if your rabbit has dark-colored fur which tends to absorb sunlight.
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One-sentence summary -- Use frozen bottles to cool your rabbit. Offer lots of fresh water. Use a fan. Offer plenty of shade.

Do not heat a muffin while it's still in the wrapper, as the wrapper may overheat or catch fire. Tupperware or other plastic containers may also be used, but make sure they are microwave safe and not prone to warping. Make sure the surface the muffin rests on is microwave safe. Individual microwave settings may vary. If you aren't sure that 30 seconds is appropriate, check the muffin every 15 seconds it is in the microwave. If reheating multiple muffins, you will need to increase the time spent microwaving for each additional muffin. Thirty seconds for each muffin is a good start. It should be warm and soft if reheated correctly. Muffins can also be reheated in conventional ovens and toaster ovens. For conventional and toaster ovens, wrap the muffins in foil and toast them at 350F (177C) for 10 to 15 minutes. Muffins may also be cut in half and toasted with a little butter applied to each side. This helps ensure muffins do not dry out with reheating. You may wrap each side of the muffin with foil and toast at 350F (177C) for 10 to 15 minutes. Muffins may take less time to heat up, pending on your device's settings, so check on the muffins every 5 minutes if uncertain.
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One-sentence summary -- Unwrap your muffin. Place unwrapped muffin on a napkin or microwave safe plate. Place muffin in microwave. Heat on High setting for 30 seconds. Enjoy the muffin. Heat the muffin in the oven or toaster.

The fingers on your left hand mirror those of your right hand, except they're in the "tens" category. So, since your right index finger by itself represents 1, your left index finger by itself represents 10. To reiterateto indicate the number 10, only the index finger on your left hand, and none of the fingers on your right hand, should be touching the table (or extended outward if you're using the alternate method shown in the images here.) ^^^*> <^^^^ represents 10 Your left index and middle fingers down signals 20; your index, middle, and ring fingers down signals 30; and your index, middle, ring, and pinkie fingers down signals 40. ^^**> <^^^^ represents 20 ^***> <^^^^ represents 30 ****> <^^^^ represents 40 Just like the right thumb signifies 5 all by itself, the right thumb signifies 50 without the use of the other fingers on your left hand. ^^^^# <^^^^ represents 50 With your right thumb remaining down (representing 50), touching your right index, middle, ring, and pinkie fingers down in succession will add 10 each time. ^^^*# <^^^^ represents 60 ^^**# <^^^^ represents 70 ^***# <^^^^ represents 80 ****# <^^^^ represents 90
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One-sentence summary -- Signify 10 by putting just your left index finger on the table. Indicate 20, 30, and 40 with your left-hand fingers. Show the number 50 with just your left thumb touching down. Show 60, 70, 80, and 90 with your left thumb and fingers.

In order to manage your emotions, you need to fully understand them. All of us have certain emotional needs that are just as important as our physical needs. Spend some time taking an inventory of the emotional needs that are most important to you. For example, some important emotional needs are feeling in control, feeling respected, and feeling comfort. If your brain feels one of those needs is not being met, that can trigger the negative emotions. Throughout the course of a day, it is normal to go through a wide range of emotions. When things aren't going your way, it is very common to feel anger or irritation. The key is to be able to manage your emotions so that they do not negatively impact your daily life. Knowing the things that trigger negative emotions is an important part of remaining in control. When your brain feels as though it has lost or been deprived of something it needs, the most common emotions are anger, fear, or sadness. Needs are not bad, but it is important to understand your needs and how to manage them. Maybe your boss criticized you for sloppy work on a project. You might feel that you are not being respected, because you spent months creating a great product. Your initial reaction is probably very negative. Take note of this, and remember that not feeling respected is one of your triggers. Once you know your triggers, you can use that to your advantage. When you know that something is triggering a negative emotion, try to shift your focus away from that person or situation. Instead, refocus on something positive in order to help you regain your composure. Perhaps feeling out of control is one of your triggers. When you are in a traffic jam and running late, you are likely to feel frustration and anger. Try to shift your focus. Turn on your favorite CD or have an interesting podcast downloaded for just such an occasion. Shift your focus from the traffic to listening to something you enjoy. Many of us are very critical of ourselves. If you are feeling mad at yourself for not going to the gym all week, shift your focus. Instead, congratulate yourself on getting caught up on much needed housework. When you are experiencing very strong emotions, it can be difficult to think and act rationally. When you are angry or frightened, your body goes into a flight or fight mode, which can cause you to react emotionally instead of logically. This type of response is generally not helpful in professional or social settings, so it is important to learn to calm yourself down when you are experiencing negative emotions. Take deep breaths. Focusing on your breathing will not only shift your focus, but it will help you calm down, physically and emotionally. Breathe in slowly for five counts, then let your breath out slowly for two counts. Repeat this for a few minutes, or as long as needed. Do something repetitive. Repetition can calm your nerves. Try walking, or even rhythmically tapping your feet. Strong emotions can cause you to act impulsively. This is true for both positive and negative feelings, like extreme sadness or happiness. A good way to manage your emotions is to take a time-out before acting when you are feeling intense emotions. Step away from the situation. If you are in a tense meeting at work, suggest that everyone take a five minute break to regroup. If you are having a heated discussion with your partner, calm down before making decisions. Say that you need to take a quick walk around the block before continuing the conversation.
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Understand your emotional needs. Know your triggers. Shift your focus. Calm down. Take a time-out.