Goldfish are omnivores, which means that they eat meats and plants. There are many types of food that you can feed your goldfish, and it can be overwhelming to go into the pet store and see all of the available options. Before purchasing any food, take some time to learn what the different options are. Keep in mind that each type of food has its advantages and disadvantages. Your goldfish's diet should consist of many different types of food. Purchasing different types of food will help you keep his diet interesting and ensure that your goldfish receives all of the nutrients that he needs to stay healthy. Dry food is one of the most common types of goldfish food. Dry food is usually sold in cans and comes in either flakes or pellets. Flakes will stay at the top of the tank and pellets will typically sink to the bottom. Your goldfish will feed at the top and bottom of his tank, so you can use either type of dry food. In general, dry food is fairly healthy for your goldfish, but does not have all of the nutrients that he needs. Because of this, dry food should not be the main component of your goldfish's diet. Since flakes stay at the surface, the excess flakes can be removed easily, making the tank easier to keep clean. Live food is an excellent source of protein for your goldfish, and is considered to be the most important part of his diet. Examples of live food are earthworms, bloodworms, daphnia, and brine shrimp. If not prepared properly, live food has the potential to transmit disease to your goldfish. To reduce the likelihood of disease transmission, purchase the live food from your local pet store, rather than searching in lakes, ponds, or the dirt. Usually, brine shrimp and earthworms are highly unlikely to transmit disease. Earthworms are more available during the summer months, during their breeding season. Brine shrimp are very tiny shrimp. They are extremely high in protein, so they should be used as treats rather than a regular part of your goldfish's diet. Frozen and freeze-dried foods often provide the same level of nutrients as live food. Frozen or freeze-dried foods are also good if you're a bit squeamish about handling live worms. The live food will most likely be available in frozen or freeze-dried form at your local pet store. Another advantage of frozen foods is that they are easy to store. If you have frozen crab, lobster, or mussels at home, you can also feed these to your goldfish. Make sure that they are cleaned and thawed before you put them in your goldfish's tank. Fruit and vegetables are important components of your goldfish's diet. They are a great source of nutrients and are low in fat. There are many types of fruits and vegetables that you can feed your goldfish, including peas, lettuce, broccoli, and apples. Whichever fruit or vegetable you choose, it will need to be softened, cut or diced, and peeled before you feed it to your goldfish. It will also be important not to season the fruits or vegetables in any way.
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One-sentence summary -- Learn what types of food your goldfish should eat. Include dry food in your goldfish's diet. Provide different types of live food for your goldfish. Identify frozen and freeze-dried dietary options for your goldfish. Include fruits and vegetables in your goldfish's diet.

A lack of self-acceptance shouldn't be an excuse to avoid growing. On the contrary, you should accept the bumps in the road as well as certain aspects of your personality as you're developing towards a better you. Surround yourself with successful people. Like begets like, so surround yourself with people who will continue to inspire you and push you to do better in life. Determine where your time goes. Sometimes we spend too much time on items and events that add little to no substance to our lives: television, social media, bar hopping, etc. Make sure your spare time is spend on something that will nurture your mind and spirit, not hinder you from growing. Determine what you're good at. Focus on growing in a subject that you both know and enjoy. Get a deeper understanding of a subject and maybe even become an expert or a mentor to others. The more rigid you are, the less you'll be open to developing and growing as a person. Think of bamboo as it bends across the wind without breaking. If it were rigid and stiff, it would break in two. Pliability allows it to flow effortlessly through the wind as it stays intact. Get rid of irrational fears. Often, people are afraid to change simply because they fear the unknown. Letting go of this fear can help you to "go with the flow" and accept things as they come. Don't be afraid to change your goals. Part of being flexible is knowing when it is time to change your goals. Do you need to be more specific, make it more relevant, allow more time? Be willing to adapt as needed. Our images of ourselves are created based on what others have told us about ourselves or comparisons we make against others. You'll inevitably come across others who will insult you or attempt to hurt you. Allowing their comments to have an effect on you is giving them power. It takes practice, but it's certainly possibly to shrug off the comments of others without personalizing them. Don't compete with anybody else. Their journey in life is much different than yours. Instead, compare yourself to yourself. Are you a stronger, wiser, healthier, more loving person today than you were a year ago? Focus on growing and developing yourself. Set goals and track them so you know whether you are on track to becoming a better you. Allow your progress to determine your power, not others. Sometimes it is easier to sort through the mess in our heads when we can vocalize it to a trusted source. Talking to a friend, co-worker, spouse, or professional can help to not only rid yourself of negative thoughts, but to see the positive that others see in you. Professionals such as licensed professional counselors, psychologists, and life coaches can assist you in practicing skills to help you build your self-acceptance over time.
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One-sentence summary -- Continue growing. Be flexible. Keep your power. Talk to someone.

Use a soft bristled scrub brush or a soft fabric scouring pad to scrub a mixture made up of ammonia, two tablespoons of white vinegar, and one quart of water onto cedar, pine, or redwood. Afterward, rinse with a garden hose and let the wood dry in the sun. You can also purchase wood cleaners or brighteners at the store if you prefer this to creating your own solution. Patio furniture made of hard woods such as cherry and oak benefit from an annual sanding.You can either do this by hand or by using a palm sander. Use sandpaper with medium grit if you're removing scratches or old finishes and use fine grit if you're just doing a lighter routine sanding. You can also use an emery cloth or steel wool. After you sand the furniture, wipe it down with a wet cloth. Then, apply a fresh coat of protective finish, such as a polyurethane coating or an oil stain. As an alternative, you could apply a quality exterior primer and then top with an exterior latex or oil-based paint to protect your furniture from UV rays. Start by spraying your wicker patio furniture with a garden hose. You can also gently spray it with a pressure washer. If the wicker still seems dirty, use an oil-based soap or dish soap and rub with a sponge and cold water. After it dries naturally, apply a paste wax to keep the wicker shiny and water-resistant. with teak-specific products. Buy teak cleaner and follow the directions on the container for the best results. After cleaning, apply a special teak protector, teak oil, or teak sealer to maintain the natural brown of new teak. If you want to make your own teak cleaning solution, apply a mixture of a quarter cup laundry detergent, one gallon of water, and one quart of bleach. Let the mixture sit on the furniture for ten or twenty minutes and then scrub it with a soft brush and rinse it off with a hose.
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Gently scrub soft woods with an ammonia and white vinegar solution. Sand hard woods. Put a fresh finish on hard woods. Use a mild soap, water, and a wax paste on wicker. Care for teak