Stretch Drink plenty of water. Eat some protein. Ice sore muscles for 20 minutes every hour. Don't work out the same muscle 2 days in a row. Rest.

Using a calculator program is the best way to get used to the keys on the numeric pad. You can use the numeric pad keys to perform calculations in the calculator program. When the numeric pad is not activated, the 8, 4, 6, and 2 keys will act as arrow keys. Press NumLock to enable the keypad. Some laptop keyboards do not have a separate numeric pad. They often need to be activated using the Fn key, which changes keyboard functions. Like the main part of the keyboard, the numeric pad has a Home position. On the 5 key, you will feel a raised bump similar to the F and J keys. Place your right middle finger on the 5 key, and then place your right index finger on the 4 key. Place your right ring finger on the 6 key, and your thumb on the 0 key. Your pinky rests on the ↵ Enter key. Use your fingers to press the number keys. you will see the numbers appear in the calculator program. Use repetition to memorize the number placement and which fingers you use to press them. Around the edge of the numeric pad, you will see the basic arithmetic keys. These let you divide (/), multiply (*), subtract (-) and add (+). Use these keys to perform a variety of calculations.

TL;DR in English: Open the calculator program. Use NumLock to toggle the numeric pad. Find the Home position. Enter numbers. Perform calculations.
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Once you've become an expert at the game you can add your own rules to enhance it. Make it a rule that the Shark can only tag Minnows who have their head above water. It's fun to challenge yourself but never put your life in danger. Be cautious and make sure swimmers can make it from one side of the pool to the other in one breath. Add more Sharks so the Minnows have to swim faster and be more creative to get to the other side without being tagged. Instead of Sharks and Minnows, you can use Cat and Mouse, Cheetah and Gazelle, or Fox and Rabbit. If you don't have access to a pool, or if the pool is too crowded to play, move to a field or gym. This version is played year-round and can usually accommodate more players. Make sure to swap your swim trunks for sneakers.  Cones, tape, or basketball court lines are used to mark the boundaries. These will be the spots where players will start and end.  If you want to minimize contact, you can have players tuck a towel into their shorts, to act as a “tail.” Instead of tagging players, the Shark will pull their tail. Have the Shark close their eyes or turn their back until they hear a Minnow swimming. They must tag players by following their sounds. In this version, Minnows can exit the pool and try to walk to the other end of the pool without being seen or heard. If the Shark does hear them then the Shark will yell, "fish out of water" and the Minnow must start over. Place pool floats around the pool. If a player bumps into one, send them back to the beginning or make them sit through a time out. In this version, instead of becoming Sharks when tagged, players become seaweed. They must stay still and can only reach as far as arm's length to tag other Minnows who then become seaweed as well. If a seaweed touches a Shark, it turns back into a Minnow and can continue swimming to the end of the pool.

TL;DR in English: Make new tagging rules. Have more than one Shark. Choose different animals. Play on dry land. Make your Shark blind. Add obstacles. Transform extra Sharks into seaweed.
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Use a large skillet sprayed with a thin layer of oil. Place as many cutlets in as will fit without the discs touching each other. Fry for about 1 minute on each side until the outside turns golden-brown.  Flip the cutlets with a spatula. Serve the veggie cutlets immediately. They work great as an appetizer with ketchup or chutney.

TL;DR in English: Fry the cutlets on high heat for 1 minute on each side.
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A case study focuses on a single individual, a small group of people, or occasionally a single event. You'll be conducting qualitative research to find specific details and descriptions of how your subject is affected.  For example, a medical case study might study how a single patient is affected by an injury. A psychology case study might study a small group of people in an experimental form of therapy. Case studies are not designed for large group studies or statistical analysis. Prospective case studies perform new studies of their own, involving individuals or small groups. Retrospective case studies examine a small number of past cases related to the subject of study, and do not require new involvement with the subject of these cases. A case study may or may not include both types of research. This may be given to you in advance by a professor or employer, or you may develop it on your own. Here are the main types of case studies, organized by goal:   Illustrative case studies describe an unfamiliar situation in order to help people understand it. For instance, a case study of a person with depression, designed to help communicate the subjective experience of depression to therapist trainees.  Exploratory case studies are preliminary projects to help guide a future, larger-scale project. They aim to identify research questions and possible research approaches. For example, a case study of three school tutoring programs would describe the pros and cons of each approach, and give tentative recommendations on how a new tutoring program could be organized.  Critical instance case studies focus on a unique cases, without a generalized purpose. Examples include a descriptive study of a patient with a rare condition, or a study of a specific case to determine whether a broadly applied "universal" theory is actually applicable or useful in all cases. Almost all case studies are required by law to obtain ethical approval before they can begin. Contact your institution or department and propose your case study to...

TL;DR in English: Define the subject of study. Decide between prospective and retrospective research. Narrow down your research goal. Apply for ethical approval. Plan for a long-term study. Design your research strategy in detail. Recruit participants if necessary.
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Once you accept that she doesn't love you, you may move through sadness and into anger. You may want to lash out or even seek some sort of revenge (towards either the girl or somebody new that she is dating). It is perfectly natural to have these thoughts, but it's not okay to act on them. Seeking vengeance will not make her love you, it won't feel as good as you think, and you could get into trouble. Instead, allow these thoughts to come and go, so that you can move on.  You should also resist the urge to talk badly about her to mutual friends. It will only make you look catty. In the beginning, you might vent to a couple of close, trusted friends. Then try not to talk about her anymore. In order for you to move on, you need something positive to overshadow the negative. Try to have some fun! Hang out with friends and go dancing. Spend an evening doing karaoke, or travel someplace new. Even if you don't feel like having fun, force yourself to get out there and try. It will probably be better than you think! You can't control who she loves. The only thing you have control over is yourself. Now is a great time to focus on some form of self-improvement. Have you always wanted to play the guitar, workout more, or excel in school? Now is an excellent time to put your focus on a new goal. Unfortunately, there is no magic pill you can take to get rid of your heartbreak. Instead, this process is going to take time. And even after a long string of good days, a bad day might sneak up on you. That's normal. Just remember that this is a process, and you are healing a little bit every day.

TL;DR in English: Avoid acting on feelings of vengeance. Have fun. Focus on a goal. Give it some time.
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. Stretching after a workout loosens your muscle fibers and kickstarts the recovery process. This is incredibly helpful if you plan on working out the next day as well, so take your time and stretch each muscle for 2-3 minutes. You need to start rehydrating immediately to prevent cramps and give your body time to recover. Drink 2-3 glasses of water in the hour after a workout, and keep drinking a glass an hour for the next few hours as well. Muscles are made of protein, and they rebuild themselves with protein. Supplying your body with good, lean protein gives it the building blocks necessary for recovery Some foods to try include:  Protein shakes Eggs Chicken Tuna Peanut butter. Ice limits swelling, which can drastically shorten your recovery time between workouts. To avoid frostbite, always keep a towel in between your skin and the ice. Apply the ice as follows: 20 minutes on, 40 minutes off. Take time off of a muscle group, especially when lifting, to prevent injury. Your body needs time to recover and build new muscle tissue before being exerted again. If you did all chest exercises one day, consider doing leg lifts the next. The best thing you can do is stop moving. This allows your body the time it needs to rebuild and recover, so don't feel bad about turning on Netflix right after a tough workout. If you need to work out again soon, limit your activity to the basics and give yourself recovery time. Going for a walk or a light jog is a great way to get your blood moving without causing undue strain.

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Get rid of any supplies you don’t use. Store pens and small office supplies in cups so you can access them easily. Use silverware trays to sort small office supplies. Label containers or bins so you know what’s in them. Get cord holders to remove visual clutter underneath your desk.

It should be just the way you left it after you finished warping all the tracks.  You might want to confirm that the tracks are properly labelled with song titles so that you can easily identify them on the fly. Color coding is also useful for this. You can edit these options when you right click on any file in the session window.    Imagine the 1 and 2 audio channels are right and left turntables.  Put the first track in the top slot of audio channel 1, the second track in the top slot of audio channel 2, the third track in the second slot of audio channel 1, and so on. See that little triangle on the colored icon for the track you want to play? click it.  Turn the volume down on audio channel 2. This will ensure that the second track does not play until you are absolutely ready for it. The volume on audio channel 2 should still be down when you do this. Ableton will automatically match the beat if you warped your tracks correctly.   Keep an eye on the time indicator above the volume switch so you can tell how much time is left in the track you are playing. When the time is right, gradually raise the volume on audio channel 2. The two tracks will play together for a bit, during which time you can fade out the first track as you turn the volume up on the second one. This will prevent you from playing it twice.   Alternately, you can drag the file into a third or fourth audio channel to signal that you have played it already. Move the third track to the top slot in audio channel 1, and turn the channel's volume down. Again, it should start on the correct beat if your files are warped accordingly.  Gradually raise the volume on audio channel 1 as the second track is drawing to an end. Fade the volume out on audio channel 2 as you are doing this.

TL;DR in English: Open your set in Ableton Live. Place the tracks in the order you would like to play them. Play the first track. Play the second track. Delete the first track from the session window. Play the third track. Repeat steps 4 - 6 for the rest of your set.
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The alcohol and oil used in this lamp are flammable, and must be treated with care when heating them to get the lava moving. Children should show an adult these instructions and ask for help, and not attempt this on their own. Commercial lava lamps use a proprietary combination of melted waxes. The homemade version doesn't achieve exactly the same look, but after some tweaking your "lava" should bob up and down in similar, gooey glory. You can use any clear, glass container that you can seal tightly and shake. Glass can withstand heat much better than plastic, making it a good choice for a lava lamp. Screw the lid on the jar tightly before you start moving it around. Place the jar on a stable, heat-safe surface, such as a large, upside-down flower pot. This should have enough space underneath it to cover a small lamp.

TL;DR in English: Make this lamp only with adult supervision. Get a glass container. Put the jar onto a sturdy, hollow object.
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A plunger with a simple rubber cup attached to a wooden handle is the best tool for the job. If you have a flange plunger with an extra ring of rubber around the bottom, fold the extra ring into the cup. The plunger will bring up whatever is clogging the drain. Don't use a plunger if you've poured toxic chemicals like bleach down the drain, as it will bring these up, too. They can splash and cause burns. If you have an overflow drain in your tub, this can break the suction created with a plunger. Make sure it is completely closed off by covering it with a wet towel. The outside of the drain may be wet from a recent shower. If it is not evenly wet, pour some water into the tub. Or, use a small amount of petroleum jelly around the edge of the cup of the plunger to get a better seal. If there is a lot of standing water in your tub, remove some of it with a bucket before you start to plunge. This will keep it from splashing you.  The cup will seal when you start to pump. Move the handle up and down a few times to force air out. Then push vigorously for about 20 seconds. Don't push so hard that you break the seal. If the plunging worked, it will have brought up whatever was clogging your drain. Remove the clog with your hands or use a wire snake if you can't reach it. Use a flashlight to get a good look. To check that everything has been cleared out, turn on the water and watch to see if it drains. If the water doesn't drain, try using a hand snake or baking soda and vinegar solution.

TL;DR in English: Use a cup plunger for shower drains if standing water won't drain. Block the overflow drain with a wet towel. Moisten the outside of the drain with water or petroleum jelly if it is dry. Press the plunger around the drain to cover it completely. Start to pump the handle of the plunger gently, and then with more force. Lift up the plunger and remove any material you can reach.
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Aim for quality when selecting your bra. You want a bra that will support your bust and make you feel comfortable. Features that provide support and stability are:  Silicone lining: look for silicone beading that follows the contour of the cups. Silicone lining is “self-adhesive” and will help the bra stick to your body.   Elastic bands: in non-corset style bras, the wide band of elastic that runs under the bust is the main source of support. If you have a big bust, get a bra with a wider band for more support.   Underwire: underwire provides shape and support. A bra whose underwire pokes into the breast is too small, while a bra whose underwire pokes into the armpit is too big.   Boning: boning provides a lot of support and is a great choice for full-figured women. A high quality bustier or corset will have steel-wire boning as opposed to plastic or PVC. If you are an A cup size, or an A cup pushing a B cup size, try this version of strapless bras. It is the only strapless bra without cups. If you would like to accentuate the fullness of your breasts with strapless tops or dresses, look into this type of bra.  If your top or dress has a low neckline, try getting the strapless plunge bra. It is similar to the push-up bra except that it is especially designed for tops and dresses with a low neckline. If your top or dress has a low back, consider getting a backless, strapless bra. These bras are similar to corsets in that the strap that goes around the back is more at your waistline. If you are a full-figured woman with a size C, D, or DD cup, look into getting this type of strapless bra. The corset feature of the bustier provides shape and support from the bust to the waist. By conforming to the shape of the body, the bustier prevents the bra from slipping down the waist.  The larger your chest is, the wider you want your band to be for additional support. If the wider band still isn’t enough, try a longline style. This style will give you reinforcement from below your chest.   If your cup size is larger than...

TL;DR in English: Get a strapless bra with support. Get a bandeau bra. Get a strapless push-up bra. Get a backless, strapless bra. Get a bustier.
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Natural light is super important for making sure a grey room isn’t too dark. If you have windows in your room, hang light, airy curtains to ensure sunlight brightens up the room.  Sheer white curtains are a great addition to a grey room and bring in lots of light. If you’d like your curtains to have color, go with a pastel such as blue, pink, or yellow. To make decorating super easy, select one item in the room that will stand out from everything else. It should be in a bold color, such as turquoise, royal blue, or yellow. This one item will make the grey room more lively.  For example, a bright fuschia headboard looks great in a grey bedroom with grey and white bedding. Hang a large mirror with a golden frame in a grey living room with wooden furniture. One of the great things about grey is that it looks very neutral. This means you can choose very bold pieces with bright colors and textures, and they'll look great! For example, you might opt for a stunning velvet couch in a bright shade like teal or purple. You can also feature textured items, like an ornate frame. If you're going for a calm, soothing environment, select artwork in lots of whites and light greys with a few touches of dark grey or black. To add energy to the room, pick out art with bright, bold colors such as reds, oranges, greens, and yellows.  An abstract painting made of whites, greys, and light blues would look great on a grey wall. A painting of a beach sunset with lots of oranges, pinks, and yellows would bring color and life to a grey room. If you prefer a classic look, you could opt for black and white photos in black frames. No matter the color of grey, white will brighten up the room while also making it look sophisticated. Choose white shelving that reaches the ceiling for lots of storage, or install small floating shelves for displaying just a few things.  If you want your shelves to blend in more, paint the shelves the same grey as the walls. You can leave your shelves minimal for a classic, clean look. Alternatively, you could...

TL;DR in English: Hang curtains that emphasize your natural light source. Pick out a focal point item in the room to provide a pop of color. Choose artwork to hang depending on the mood you want to create. Install white shelving to contrast the grey walls. Select picture frames to go with your color scheme. Opt for a large mirror to create light reflections.
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Sort through the things you have in your office and determine how often you use them. If you have any items that you rarely or never use, put them in a separate box or container. Once you go through your entire office, get rid of anything you have in the box so it doesn’t add any clutter. If you’re in an office building, put any unused supplies back in a supply closet so other people can take them if they need to. Place 1-2 cups on your desk within arm’s reach and place all your pens inside of them. Store other long office supplies, such as scissors in their own cups as well. Store the pens and supplies so they point down so you don’t accidentally hurt yourself when you try grabbing for something.  You can also buy desktop organizers that have various compartments if you don’t want to use multiple cups. Use glass mason jars if you want your desk to look more decorative. Get silverware trays that have multiple compartments so you can separate your office supplies. Store similar supplies together in the same section of the tray so you stay organized. Put the things you use often in front of the drawer and anything you use less toward the back. You can also buy small plastic bins and lay them out inside your drawers however you want. Put items that you don’t use frequently inside storage bins and keep them in a closet or shelf if you can. Only put 1-2 different items in the same bin so they don’t get disorganized. Make paper labels for each of your bins and tape them on the side so you can see what’s stored in them at a glance. Be descriptive with your labels so you don’t get confused later on. You can buy plastic storage bins from any department store or online. Cords underneath your desk can look disorganized and easily tangle around your feet. Group all of your cables together and close them inside a cord holder so they aren’t all on the floor. Secure the cord holder against your wall or underneath your desk so your cables are organized.  You can buy cord holders from office supply stores or online. You can...

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Cut to the chase. Let her see that you're hurt too. Let her talk. Explain as much as you want. Stick to your word. Don't be a jerk. Keep it short and sweet. Try to end on a positive note.

Allow them to air dry, and avoid exposing them to the sun, as they can bleach and lose color. They should be completely dry before advancing to the next step. After the first hour, wipe off any excess oil. Wait until the laces are completely dry before attempting to relace, as this can stain the shoe or damage the lace. Mink oil resembles human sebum, and will feel greasy on most fabrics if not allowed to absorb properly.

TL;DR in English: Set your laces to dry on a drop cloth or old newspaper. Allow them to air dry for several hours.
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Whether it has been only a few months since you’ve had a dog or a few years, there are things you need to take care of around your house before brining your new dog home.  Dog-proofing your house before your new pup comes home will ensure your new dog, and your belongings, are kept safe.  Ensure electrical cords are inaccessible. Block off any areas of the house you do not want your dog to go into.  If you can’t do this by shutting a door, you can often use baby gates to keep dogs out of certain areas. Move breakable objects out of your dog’s reach. Keep shoes and other “chewables” tucked away in closets or up on shelves and away from your dog. Remove or cut off access to any houseplants that may be toxic to your new dog. If you have a yard, ensure fences are secure and there are no holes through which your new dog can escape. Be sure you have any food, treats, toys, and grooming tools you need before you bring your new dog home.  Also, have a collar ready when it gets home.  Getting the essentials ahead of time ensures your dog’s transition to its new home will be as smooth as possible for everyone involved. You may still have some of these items around from when your old dog was alive.  Feel free to re-use whatever you have, but make sure these items are appropriate for your new dog, especially if you got a different breed.  Each breed often has specific nutritional and grooming requirements so check with your shelter staff, breeder, or veterinarian to make sure you have the right items. If this is a family dog, it’s important to figure out who will take care of which responsibilities before brining your new pet home.  Create a schedule that shows the tasks each person is responsible for and make sure this schedule is displayed somewhere everyone in the family will see it on a daily basis. Just like people, dogs need a place they can have to themselves.  This can be anything from a crate or a dog bed to a mat with a pile of blankets, as long as it is a comfortable place your dog can go for privacy and to...

TL;DR in English: Prepare your home. Get essential items. Create a schedule. Make a “home” for your dog. Find a veterinarian.
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It's in your Android's App Drawer. You'll find this field at the top of the screen. As you type, you'll see suggestions appear below the search bar. It's a brown block with a green top below the search bar. Doing so opens the Minecraft app page. This option is on the far-right side of the page. As evidenced by this button, Minecraft will cost you $6.99 to download. Doing so will purchase Minecraft and begin downloading the app onto your Android.  Depending on your Android's settings, you may be prompted to enter payment information (e.g., card details) before Minecraft will download. Once Minecraft finishes downloading, you can tap OPEN to open it.

TL;DR in English: Open your Android's Play Store . Tap the search bar. Type minecraft into the search bar. Tap the Minecraft icon. Tap $6.99. Tap ACCEPT when prompted.
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Social media can play a large role in the hiring processes of many agencies and organizations, who will look not only at your LinkedIn profile, but also at your Facebook and Twitter accounts, as applicable. Describe your online presence on your resume, and provide links to the social-media pages that you would like your potential employers to access. When job hunting, these sites—especially LinkedIn—should be regularly updated and maintained just as careful as your paper-copy resume. Include a statement to the effect of: “I have stayed current with hiring practices and job-search procedures, and list relevant information about my past work experience at my LinkedIn profile [include URL]. I am also active on Facebook and Twitter.” Alternately, if you prefer not to have an online social media presence, note this clearly on your resume. It’s better to acknowledge the fact that you choose not to market yourself online than to risk appearing out of touch with modern technology and hiring practices. You can simply include a statement such as: “While I realize that some parts of the job-search process can take part online, I have chosen not to use a site such as LinkedIn because I would prefer my professional experience be summarized only on my resume.” Modern resumes are brief: they typically comprise no more than two pages. If your resume follows outdated resume-writing conventions—especially if the style of your resume is decades old—you will appear professionally out-of-touch and a poor choice to fill the position. Remove excess verbiage from your paragraphs, and focus on using active verbs that highlight professional skills. Only include a couple of concise bullet points describing your responsibilities at each prior job. Use verbs and active language, for example: “Developed material for cooling semi-truck radiators that saved $200,000 per year.” While conventional chronological resumes present employment information from most recent to oldest and span an individual’s entire working career, this can be...

TL;DR in English: Mention your online presence. Mention in brief your reason for not having an online presence. Reformat and streamline your resume. Select a functional or combination resume format. Don’t list “references available” at the bottom of your resume.
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Look for a menu board or printed menu that lists all the flavors available to you. Expect a lot! Some shops offer up to 40 flavors. It’s helpful to think of them in two different categories: fruity and creamy.  Examples of fruit flavors include: mango, strawberry, lemon, lychee, banana, pineapple, and peach. You might also encounter botanical flavors like rose and lavender. Fruit flavors often come in syrup form and are higher in sugar content. Creamy flavors include: chocolate, coffee, coconut, chai, almond, and red bean. These flavors are often in a powder form and are sometimes mixed with milk solids or tea solids. Ask your server if fresh fruit is available for blended drinks. Fresh fruit is lower in sugar than syrups and includes dietary fiber. Boba tea is a fun drink but often full of sugar and calories. Selecting fresh fruit for flavoring makes this treat truly healthy. Fruits offered will differ depending on region and season but some common choices include:  Banana Mango Strawberry Blueberry Avocado If you are getting your tea at a coffee shop, adding espresso is probably an option. Coffee flavored powder is diluted with milk solids and does not offer much caffeine. A shot of espresso in your milk based mocha or chai tea will give you the boost you’re after. Specialty boba teas are predetermined combinations of a base (tea or milk) and usually 2 or more flavors. Find specialties listed on the menu near the flavors. Specialties will differ from place to place. With fewer decisions to make, this is a fun, relaxing way to experience the boba tea phenomenon for the first time. Ask your server about his or her favorite specialty tea. Often employees contribute their own concoctions to the specialties list so they are eager to share their knowledge.

TL;DR in English: Choose a flavor from the menu to compliment your base. Opt for fresh fruit for a healthier boba tea. Add a shot of espresso in a creamy boba tea for a caffeine jolt. Order a specialty drink to simplify your boba tea experience.
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You can say something nice or make small talk first, but there's no use in prolonging the pain. After a minute or two, once you and the girl have settled in, you should just tell her that you want to end the relationship. The longer you sit there, the more nervous you'll get, and the more likely you are to get off track. If you and the girl make small talk for twenty minutes before you break up with her, then you'll be much more likely to confuse her. Just take a deep breath and tell her that it's over as nicely as possible. Here are some things that you can say:  "I'm sorry to say that I think our relationship has run its course. We'd both be happier if we moved on." "This relationship is no longer working for me. I know we've tried everything, and it just won't get better." "It may not be a surprise that I haven't been happy in this relationship for a while. I really care about you, but I just don't think we should date anymore." If you really don't care at all, then there's no point in faking it. But if the break up really is hurting you, then make sure she sees it. Look into her eyes, talk slowly, and let her see the pain on your face. Most people don't think that the person doing the dumping also feels pain in a break up, but both people actually suffer. If she sees that you're not making an easy, careless decision that means nothing to you, then she'll have a better chance of understanding where you're coming from. If you care about the girl, give her the respect she deserves and let her tell you how she feels, ask questions, and share her feelings. She may just want to cry and be upset, and that's okay. She may start name-calling and getting angry -- in that case, you may need to wrap things up. If she's rambling on about the same thing over and over, then you can cut her off, but if she genuinely wants to share her feelings and is really hurt, then do her the kindness of letting her talk to you. She'll likely have some questions for you, and you can decide how much you want to explain. If you've...

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Talk to a librarian. Check the internet. Ask your teacher.

Singing and beatboxing at the same time may seem like an impossible task (especially at first). But it's actually quite easy. Below is a working sample that will help you get started. You can use this basic technique and later adapt it to any song. (b)if your (pff)mother (b)(b)on(b)(pff)ly knew(b)knew(pff)  ("If Your Mother Only Knew" by Rahzel). Listen to the song you want to beatbox to a few times to find out where the beat goes. In the example above, the beats are marked out. This will help you get comfortable with the song. Most songs will have the beat in front of the words. In this case:  "If" - Since the word "if" in our example starts with a vowel, it is easy to fit in the bass just before it, as though you were saying "bif." Note however, that the "b" must be low and if necessary, separate the beats from the words a little when you first start. "Mother" - The word "mother" starts with a consonant. In this case, you could drop the "m" and substitute it with the "pff" since they sound quite close when said together quickly. Or, you could stagger the word just a little so that the beat comes first, and the lyric slightly delayed. If you choose the first, you will end up singing "pffother." Notice that your top teeth contact your lower lip, which is what creates the m-like sound. If you can manipulate this, it will sound a lot better. "On" - For the double beat on "on," you can hum the pitch while doing "b-b-on," then come in straight away with "b pff-ly knew," all the while humming the pitch. For the "on," you might find that the sound breaks if you do the second bass beat. To remedy this, hum through your nose. This can be done simply by pushing the back of your tongue up to close off against your soft upper palate. This hum now comes out through your nose, and is not interrupted by what you do with your mouth. "Knew" - The word "knew" echoes and fades off. These steps can be adapted for any song with a beat. Keep practicing, with different songs and soon you will be able to ad-lib more easily.

TL;DR in English: Sing and beatbox. Listen to songs. Sing the tune a few times with words. try to fit the beats with the lyrics. Adapt this skill.
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Don't just go into the talk blind. Ask yourself what you're hoping for out of the interaction, making a clear goal before you start talking. Even better, ask yourself what they might want out of the talk? Can you find a way to make sure everyone gets what they want? Having something to offer the other person, even if it is small or meaningless, is a great smooth talking tactic.  Are you trying to get out of trouble, and know the teacher or boss believes you should be punished? Find a way to fix the problem or remedy the solution, a plan to make things better later. Are you asking for a favor? Find a way to make the request personal to them, showing how helping you helps them as well (you'll pay them, the project affects their neighborhood, etc.) Empathy, or the ability able to imagine things from another person's perspective, will make you an exponentially better smooth talker. Know what they want, and it is much easier to get what you want. Spend some time talking, building a personal relationship, before launching into the professional one. People are much kinder to those they feel close with, and smooth talk is the art of bringing out the best, happiest, and friendliest of everyone to make it more likely they'll help you. Jumping right into business makes many people feel used, the exact opposite of a good smooth talker's goal. Coming out with a challenge will turn things into an argument instantly. Instead, remain polite, submissive, and kind. This doesn't mean you let yourself get pushed around. Rather, it lets them feel in control, and thus more open to compromise and kindness. The key to smooth talking -- never get noticed. It's easiest if you don't rock the status quo.  Listen intently when they talk. Nod along and add phrases like "that's a good point," "I hadn't thought of that," and "I respect that opinion." "I love my job," or "I really love this class!" shows that you're not trying to attack, you're trying to improve. Remember that a smooth talker works with someone, not over them.  Offer to let...

TL;DR in English: Think ahead about what you want, and what you think your boss or teacher wants. Don't start the conversation immediately with "business," unless you know your boss or teacher is in a rush. Respect and honor their authority. Add careful flattery. Keep your own discussion short and to the point. Keep the mood light, even in difficult conversations. Thank them for any help they do offer.
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The best defense against darkened skin is preventing it in the first place, and a proper diet is one of the best ways to do this. Eating the right foods will keep your whole body healthy, and a healthy body means healthy skin.  Eat the rainbow. To get the most vitamins and minerals possible from your diet, eat fresh fruits and vegetables of all colors. Consume foods that are high in vitamin C, which will help keep your skin more toned and elastic.  Drink enough water. Water is important for a healthy body and skin, but too much can also be dangerous. The best rule of thumb with water consumption is to listen to your body: if you’re thirsty, drink water.  Don’t shy away from healthy fats like avocado. Not only do our bodies need fat to survive, but our skin also needs it to be healthy and vibrant.  Choose fresh, homemade meals over processed foods or take-out. One of the biggest contributors to darkened skin is exposure to UVA and UVB, because the skin produces more melanin to protect itself, and more melanin means darker skin. The best way to protect yourself from the sun is to avoid it, but if that’s not an option, make sure you:  Wear sun-protective clothing, including gloves when driving. Use sunscreen or sunblock, especially on your hands and feet. Choose makeups and lip protection that have an SPF rating. Darkened skin can also be caused by things like dirt, exposure to the elements, and infections, so keeping the skin on your hands and feet clean and protected is essential to healthy skin, and will help prevent skin darkening and damage.  Avoid coming into contact with harsh chemicals if possible, as these can damage your skin. Be cautious and selective about manicures and pedicures, as improperly sterilized equipment can cause fungal infections.

TL;DR in English: Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Protect your skin from the sun. Take care of your hands and feet.
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Like a basic fitness app, a tracker will tell you your time, distance, and average pace. Unlike an app, however, these devices are also loaded with advanced tools like heart rate monitors and pedometers. As a result, the data they provide tends to be far more reliable.  A good smartwatch will set you back between $50-200, but can be an excellent investment if you run almost every day.  For even more precise readings, go with a fitness tracking system that uses separate shoe pods.  Runners who are serious about analyzing their performance will get more out of a wearable fitness tracker than a basic smartphone app. Put in each piece of information as accurately as possible so that the tracker will be properly calibrated for your body. You should only have to do this once. However, it may be a good idea to update your details periodically as your fitness level or body composition changes.  You may also have to specify the type of activity you’re performing, since fitness trackers are also used by cyclists, swimmers, and other athletes. Some trackers offer a list of health-related goals for users to choose from. When you select 1 or 2 of these goals, the device will program specialized workouts for you to help you achieve them. Pull the elastic band over your wrist and adjust it until it’s comfortable. For devices with watch-style bands, secure the clasps just as you would a normal timepiece. Make sure the tracker fits snug, but not too tight. Glancing at the readout on the tracker will tell you the distance you’ve traveled since the start of your run. Along with your total distance, you’ll see your current time, heart rate, average pace, and elevation. You can pause the device at any time should your run happen to be interrupted.  If becoming a better runner is your goal, it will be important to keep an eye on your average pace. Pace refers to how fast you’re capable of running a certain distance. Most fitness trackers save workout data automatically. If you’re running out of storage space on the device, you...

TL;DR in English: Purchase a wearable fitness tracker. Program the device with your physical data. Strap on the tracker and complete your workout. Review the information collected by the tracker at your leisure.
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A court curtsy is a deep form of curtsy used to show respect and deference to members of royalty, usually from European countries. A court curtsy is similar to a simple curtsy, except it involves dipping much lower in order to show greater respect.  To perform a court curtsy, extend your right foot behind your left, resting on the ball of the foot. Keeping your back straight and your head lowered, bend your knees outward. Keep lowering yourself down until your right knee almost touches the ground. Stay in that position for a second or two, then slowly raise yourself back to an upright position. This type of curtsy may not sound difficult, but it actually requires a lot of practice to ensure it is performed smoothly, without any jerky movements. A ballet curtsy - also known as a révérence - is an elegant curtsy performed at the end of a performance or class to show gratitude to the audience, the pianist, or the instructor.  Perform a ballet curtsy using the following steps:  Begin in the first position. Extend your right leg out to the side, pointing your toe. As you do this, extend your arms outward into the second position. Transfer your weight onto your right foot, while extending your left foot a couple of inches behind. Rest the left foot on the tips of your pointed toes. Keeping your back straight, bend your knees outwards into a curtsy. As you bend, bring your arms back to the first position and bend your head slightly.  Then, maintaining the same foot placement, stretch the legs upwards, raising the arms into the fourth position. Lift your head and stretch out your neck and back as you do this. Reverse the movements and repeat on the opposite side to complete the révérence. If you need to recap on the various ballet positions, see this article for guidance. The "Texas dip" is an elaborate curtsy performed by debutantes from the state of Texas during the International Debutante Ball. It involves lowering yourself into a deep curtsy, then leaning forward until your head almost touches the floor, allowing...

TL;DR in English: Do a court curtsy. Try a ballet curtsy. Perform a "Texas dip".
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For some help finding books that might appeal to you, the children's librarian at your local library is a great resource. Go and talk to him or her about what you're looking for. Explain that you're writing a book report and ask for the librarian's help. He or she is likely to know a number of books that will fit with what you're wanting.  Make sure to tell the librarian if there is a minimum number of pages you need to read, whether it should be fiction or non-fiction, and any other stipulations set down by your teacher. Be honest with the librarian about your reading ability and speed. You don't want to get stuck with a book that's too hard and too long. If it's hard for you to get to the library, or you'd rather start by doing some research on your own, check online. There are lots of great sites that review children's and young adult's books, and you can often search them by category, age group, grade level, or genre. Here are some ideas about searching:  For a book about basketball that is fiction, you might want to search for the words "basketball," together with "novel" and "middle readers." That should give you some ideas. If you want a nonfiction book about basketball, you might try searching for a particular player's name along with "middle readers." If you're looking for a book you know your teacher will approve, you might want to check the lists of Newbery winners and nominee. The Newbery medal is the highest honor for books for middle readers, and includes an array of topics and themes.  You can also try typing "books similar to ____" into an online search engine. This can help you find recommendations for books similar to ones you have enjoyed in the past. Sometimes your teacher is your very best resource. He or she probably knows you pretty well – both the level at which you read and your interests – and can suggest a book that wouldn't be too hard that would appeal to you.

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Looks for nine-digit casting tags to learn more about your engine's make and model. Read the first two digits in the identification tag to find the year the engine was made. Read the third digit in the casting number to determine the engine design. Make sure that the fourth digit is always an "E. Check the last digit, usually a letter, to determine the version of your part.

Look for a specially formulated hamster food mix at your local pet store. Follow the package instructions for how much to give your hamster each day and serve the food in a small ceramic dish placed inside of his cage.  Limit seeds and nuts since they are high in fat and may cause your hamster to become overweight. Supplement your hamster’s diet with alfalfa pellets and fresh fruits and vegetables such as spinach, lettuce, carrots and apples. Give your hamster a large chunk to chew on rather than several small ones, or your hamster may bury them in the bedding. Remove any uneaten food after your hamster has finished with it. Hamsters need to have access to clean fresh water at all times. Use an inverted water bottle with a drinking tube to provide your hamsters with plenty of water. Make sure that the water bottle’s tip does not touch or come too close to the bedding or the water may drain out. Check the water bottle’s tip daily to make sure that it is working properly. Like all rodents, a hamster’s teeth never stop growing. Hamsters need to chew to keep their teeth from growing out of control, so make sure that you provide your hamster with a stick that is safe to chew on. You can also use a dog treat.

TL;DR in English: Feed your hamster a special hamster food mix. Provide a water bottle for your hamster. Give your hamster something to chew on.
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Locate a place on the gutters where a nail holds them to the house. It is best to place the ladder here because the gutter is supported best at the nails. If you place the ladder farther from a nail, the gutter is weaker and may crash.  If you can lean the ladder against the house’s main structure rather than the gutters, do this to entirely avoid leaning on the gutters. If you're putting your ladder up in a soft or landscaped area, put a piece of plywood underneath the feet. This will help keep the legs stable and minimize the risk of falls. Always wear work gloves for this process. Use a small garden trowel to scoop out as much of the debris as possible. If you don’t have a small trowel, find an empty plastic bottle with a sturdy handle. Cut the bottom and part of the side out to form a scoop.  Set up a large garbage can or a tarp on the ground for a place to dump the leaves as you clean. Throw the leaves on the compost pile if you have one, or discard them in the garbage. Be careful using a trowel over joints or downspouts, and too much force could cause damage to these connections. Lean to your right and left, scooping as much as you can without moving the ladder. Be careful not to lean so far that you get off balance. Ladder safety is always important. Since you can probably only reach a few feet to either side of the ladder, you’ll need to move it multiple times until you have removed all of the buildup from inside the gutters. This is the most time-consuming part of the cleaning process. Carry the nozzle of the hose with you up the ladder to the gutters. Use a sprayer attachment, if you have one, to increase the water pressure. Spray the gutters toward each of the downspouts to rinse remaining debris out of the gutters. It may take a while to wash all of the gunk out of the gutters, but it will be worth it to make sure future rain can flow freely through them. While the water is running, check each downspout to see if the rinse water is washing down through them. If there seems to be a blockage, use a...

TL;DR in English: Lean the ladder against the gutters near a nail. Scoop out leaves and debris that are stuck in the gutters. Move the ladder to the next section and continue cleaning. Flush the gutters with a garden hose. Check the water flow through the downspouts.
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Although pinging on glasses is fun, creating the xylophone is just as thrilling for small children. Make sure you explain what you are about to do so that he or she understands what you hope to achieve. Detail and list exactly what you plan to do to create the xylophone. Explain that when the glasses are filled with water at different levels, each glass will make a different sound. While most food coloring shouldn’t stain, it's best not to tempt fate on your child's best clothes.

TL;DR in English: Invite your child to help you design the xylophone. Dress your child in play clothes in case the colored water spills on him or her.
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Keep the oil in the airtight jar and store it in the refrigerator or cabinet. You can now use the oils to clean or as a natural skin care product.

TL;DR in English: Store the oil in a cool, dark place for up to a month.
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If you are making a big adjustment in your life such as starting over from a long relationship or abandoning internet-dating for social scenes with more human interaction, then give yourself a lot of credit. Changing your lifestyle can be difficult at first, but setting the right pace by making obtainable goals will set you on the right direction.  Start by talking to at least one woman when you go out and build from that to talking to two or three on a given night. Investing your energy and time talking to women becomes difficult with rejection. Do not despair. Even the most well known celebrities and ladies-men face rejection.  Also, the more women you speak to, the more rejection you'll face; it's the inevitable. However, you will also increase your chances of succeeding by talking to more women. Kindness goes a long way when talking to people, and nothing is more of a deal-maker than a woman saying you are "nice"; that's  code for "you're interesting".  When you start talking to more and more woman in one social setting, people will notice, and it will resonate with other women. When you have entered a conversation with a woman, you might need to set the pace for getting contact information. Create a habit of asking a woman for her number before saying goodbye. Always ask even if you may not use her contact information. Good practices will turn into good habits. Remember, not every woman you approach might peak your interest. Speak to all sorts of women, even ones who are not your type, and be sure to ask for phone numbers. Adding women to Facebook, Instagram, and other social platforms is a start but lacks that intimacy of personal contact info.

TL;DR in English: Set social goals. Cope with rejection. Be nice. Get her phone number.
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The casting tag is etched into your motor when it is created, and is used to help find the right parts if you need a replacement. This code also packs a large amount of information in it that will help you get to know your engine better.  You may need to clean the engine with a rag and some degreaser if it is too dirty to see the letters. This code is usually on the side of the engine, but you might not be able to see it when the engine is in a car with older models. Use a light to scan both sides of the engine to find it.  Ex.C5AE-9425-B This will be a letter. If the letter is a "B," it means that the engine was built in the 1950s. Each decade after that has its own succeeding letter; "C" designates the 1960s, "D" designates the 1970s, and so on. The digit after the letter is the actual year. So C9 would be 1969, E4 would be 1984, etc. This will be a letter, and it signifies the basic design of the vehicle as shown below. Of course, this code should match up with the car that it is in (i.e. a Mercury could be coded E5M), but you may be dealing with standalone engines or redesigned cars.  "A" - Generic and full-size engine "D" - Falcon "E" - Truck "F" - Foreign Trans-Am racing "G" - 1961 to 1967 Comet/1968 to 1976 Montenegro "H" - 1966 to 1982 Heavy truck "J" - Industrial Ford "L" - Lincoln "M" - Mercury "O" - 1967 to 1976 Ford Torino/all Ford Fairlane "S" - Thunderbird "T" - Truck "W" - Cougar "Y" - Meteor "Z" - Mustang "6" - Pantera " This digit stands for the type of part. E stands for "Engine," so this should always be the fourth digit you see when identifying Ford motors. If your engine is modeled after the original design, this letter will be A. If it is the third manufactured version of the engine, it will be a C, and so on. This digit can be up to three digits long. For example, AB would be the 28th version — 26 for A-Z, then two for A-B.

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Evaluate your audience. Listen. Find commonality with your audience. Identify non-verbal signals.

The wicketkeeper is the centerpiece of the fielding team. Make sure you keep ahead with the over rate, especially when you are playing T20 cricket where time is more of an issue. T20 cricket is a variety in which each side only gets 1 innings of 20 overs. Matches typically last only about 3 hours. Use your anticipation, concentration, and catching technique to stop runs when the bowler unintentionally makes a wild or wide delivery. Work together to prevent as many runs as you can and get your team in the lead. Try to make the batter feel that even if the bowler delivers a poor throw, you will always be there to catch it. That way, they are more likely to swing for every delivery and make a mistake that lets you get them out. The slips are the fielders behind the batsman on the offside of the field who are there to catch any balls beyond your reach. Decide if you need 2 or 3 slips, then help position them far enough away that you have room to dive and move but close enough that they will catch balls you cannot reach. This will take some practice to get the hang of, but once you know what your limitations are you will be able to help the slip fielders get into the perfect alignment to provide the extra coverage you need. Don’t let anything get you down, not even a dropped catch. Fielders mostly take after the wicketkeeper's reactions, so it's very important to always keep up your energy levels and cheer the team on. This is especially important when your team is under pressure. As the center of the fielding team, you can influence everyone’s performance by staying positive and offering encouragement.

TL;DR in English: Set the tempo for the fielding on your team. Work together with the bowler to prevent runs. Help align the slip fielders on your team. Encourage your teammates.
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When asking a guy out on a date, avoid asking him to do things like go to a wedding with you, doing anything that will involve your family, or sharing a major moment in your life like your birthday.  Save those times for guys that you are serious about.  Instead, suggest more low stakes ideas like the movies, bowling, coffee, rollerblading, a bar, or a museum. If a bunch of your friends are going out on the town, to a movie, or to dinner, ask him to tag-a-long.  This can potentially be low pressure as well, as both of you will have others that you can talk to through the course of the night.  If your friends have all been with their partners for a long period of time, don’t ask him to go.  Being around serious couples might be a bit intense for a first date. You can also ask him out on a group outing with friends, but be sure to pay attention to him and involve him in conversation. If you have tickets to a game or concert, invite him to go with you, especially if you know he likes the team or band.  Even if he doesn’t go, you can still invite a friend and have a good time.  You might say something like “Hey Ryan, I have a spare ticket to the Drake concert next weekend.  Wanna go with me?” This method will work best with those who you know already. He might say he really wants to see a movie or that he likes baseball; invite him to the movie or the batting cages.  However, don’t pretend that you like it if you don’t, but do be a good sport about it. If you’re age 21 or over and out on the town, and see a guy you like or want to get to know, buy him a drink.  You can either send it to him via the bartender and wait for him to come over, or you can approach him and ask what he’d like.  Either way, this is a conversation starter.  You might say to the bartender “Hey, what’s that guy in the blue drinking?  I want to send him another on my tab.” You can approach him by saying “Hi, how are you.  I was noticing you across the bar and wondering what you were drinking.  Can I buy you another one?”

TL;DR in English: Suggest something low pressure. Invite him on a group date. Have a spare ticket. Invite him to do something he’s interested in. Buy him a drink.
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There are three different ways of calculating your premature baby's age, all of which must be taken into account when tracking your baby's growth and development.  The term gestational age refers to the baby's age as calculated from the mother’s first day of her last menstruation cycle. This number is very important for identifying your infant's development and growth levels before birth. Your baby's chronological age refers to the age that is calculated from the point that the infant is born. This term describes the age for all the newborns, and it represents your own age. The last term is called the corrected age which refers to the correct age of your infant as if they continued their natural uterine journey. It’s calculated by subtracting the number of weeks your baby was premature from their chronological age. For example,  if your infant was born four weeks early, and their age now is twelve weeks, this means that their corrected age equals eight weeks (Chronological age “12” – Early weeks time “4” = Corrected age “8”). It's important to understand that while a premature baby's development may be slow in terms of their chronological age, it might be right on track in terms of their corrected age. Therefore, it's important to keep the corrected age in mind when watching out for issues with growth and development. Premature babies tend to gain weight more slowly than full-term babies, but this is usually not a cause for concern. A record is kept with the doctor and chart is plotted on a graph to check whether the baby's weight gain is on track.  Full-term babies usually gain weight at a rate of 30 ounces per day. However, the rate of weight gain will be slightly different for a premature baby. Premature baby’s tend to gain weight at a slightly slower rate than full-term. Hence keeping weight records helps you and your doctor to understand and track their progress. Premature babies are prone to infections, as their immune system is not yet fully developed. Hence these kids tend to have low immunity and are...

TL;DR in English: Understand the difference between your baby's gestational age, chronological age and corrected age. Observe your premature baby's weight gain. Look for the development of ear infections. Be watchful for any problems with your baby's eyes. Take note of when the baby reaches certain milestones. Observe when the baby first starts picking things up. Keep track of when your baby starts to smile, roll over and "speak". Be aware that premature infants may take a while to start crawling or walking.
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You might be drinking more than you realize, particularly if you drink Mountain Dew out of the fountain and go back for refills.  Establish your starting point by figuring out exactly how much Mountain Dew you drink each day.  That can help you establish a plan to gradually cut back. Quitting cold turkey is difficult.  Rather than never drinking Mountain Dew again, try halving the amount you drink each day.  If you drink four bottles of Mountain Dew per day, cut back to two a day for one week.  If you drink three bottles per day, reduce to one and a half per day for one week. Give yourself at least one week to adjust to having less before cutting back any further.  If you struggle with cutting back and it takes you longer than a week to succeed, that's okay.  Do what works for you. Whenever you experience a craving for Mountain Dew, write down what part of the drink you are missing most.  Writing down what you miss from the drink will help you figure out what you like about the drink.  That will be what you crave. If you think you might be craving caffeine, try drinking coffee instead of soda and see if this calms your craving. If you suspect that you are craving carbonation, purchase a carbonation machine and use it to carbonate water. Place only one or two bottles of Mountain Dew in your fridge before bed, to drink the following day. If you want to drink only one bottle per day, set yourself up for success by only having one cold soda available. A week after your first cutback, your body should adjust to having less Mountain Dew on a daily basis.  Now cut it in half again. If you are down to two bottles per day, cut it down to one a day for another week.  If you are only drinking one per day, limit yourself now to one every other day. As you gradually cut back more and more, you may experience withdrawal symptoms.  Withdrawal symptoms tend to be linked with caffeine.  As you begin to cut the caffeine in Mountain Dew from your system, you may start to get headaches or become tired and moody.  Don’t worry,...

TL;DR in English: Keep track of your drinks. Cut back consumption. List your specific cravings. Limit how many sodas you keep cold. Halve your new amount. Watch out for withdrawal. Drink healthier alternatives. Avoid buying multi-packs. Work your way down to two cans a week.
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The most effective water to use for this is soft water. If your tap water is soft, then you can use it to make the soap-based insecticide. Otherwise, use distilled water, which has had the minerals removed. The minerals in hard water can prevent the soap from dissolving, and this will make the spray less effective. Soaps have long been used to control many insects in the garden. The ideal soap is a liquid soap, such as castile soap, like Dr. Bronner’s, liquid hand soap, or liquid dishwashing soap, such as Dawn. Avoid powders, bar soaps, and detergents. Insects that can be controlled with liquid soap include:  Aphids Japanese beetles Spider mites Mealybugs Boxelder bugs Whiteflies Psyllids Cockroaches Young scales Pour the water into a large bowl. Pour in the liquid soap and gently stir the mixture to distribute the soap in the water. Don’t stir too vigorously, or you'll cause the soap to create suds. You want to dissolve the soap in the water. There are different ingredients you can add to your soap-based insecticide to make it more effective for different bugs and problems. Two of the most popular include neem oil and vinegar.  Neem oil is a plant-derived insecticide that’s effective for controlling beetles, cabbage worms, beet armyworms, fungus gnats, and thrips. The oil will also help the soap residue stick to leaves, insects, and eggs. Apple cider vinegar is effective at killing powdery mildew, which is a fungal disease that can affect many plants. Insert a funnel into the mouth of a spray bottle. Pour the soap mixture into the spray bottle and remove the funnel. Screw on the spray lid. This will make the soap mixture easier to apply directly to the insects on your plants. To store leftover insecticide, transfer the mixture to an airtight container and store it at room temperature for up to a year.

TL;DR in English: Choose soft or distilled water. Choose a liquid hand or dish soap. Combine the soap and water. Stir in additional ingredients if desired. Transfer the mixture to a spray bottle.
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If you want to be an effective communicator, and ensure that people listen to what you have to say, it’s important to understand who you are talking to. If you are trying to engage people on a subject completely alien to them, it’s going to be a difficult task. Ask yourself the following questions about your audience:   Who are they, and what do they do? How can the audience benefit from listening to you? What do they already know about the topic? What is the relationship between you and the audience? What are your audience interested in? What impact will what you say have on the audience? Asking the audience simple questions will help you to answer these questions. For example, if you are talking about a recent report, you could ask “how many of you have had time to read the new report yet?” Being a good listener is an essential part of being a good communicator. Whether it is a serious conversation with a significant other, or a business discussion with some colleagues, making the effort to listen and understand the concerns of other people will really help. If you feel like the person you are talking to is not properly responding to you, stop for a moment and just listen. Maintain eye contact when the other person is speaking, and try to concentrate and empathise. Try to practice active listening by following these basic rules:  Try to understand before you try to be understood. Be non-judgemental. Give the speaker your undivided attention. Use silence effectively, and don’t interrupt unless necessary. If you want to get people to listen to you and take your ideas on board, it can be very helpful to try and find some common ground with your interlocutors. Your audience may be more receptive to what you have to say if you can frame it in a way that is more inclusive and connects directly with their concerns.  For example, if you are explaining a problem you have had, you could try and introduce it by relating it to something that happened to the person you are talking to. You may be more likely to form...

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Have the wearer get more comfortable. Prepare some differences when wearing diapers in summer time. Find some alternatives your friend can use, such as cloth diapers, if they chose to wear disposables for some reason. Help your friend keep a stash of diapers and changing supplies on hand, for when they come over to visit you.

Another angle to consider when choosing darts is how they look. Each of the major components—shafts, barrels, flights, and tips—are available in a variety of eye-catching colors and designs. You might put together a matching set in your favorite color scheme, or mix things up to add some flair to your game.  High-visibility shades like yellow, orange, and green can help you keep better track of your darts in flight and on the board. Your darts will also be less likely to get picked up by mistake if they’re more distinctive. Darts can range dramatically in price, depending on their specifications. You can buy a standard set of nickel or silver bar darts for $20-30. The more balance, consistency, and durability you demand from your darts, the more you can expect to pay. It’s not uncommon for top-of-the-line models to sell for as much $200.  Most sporting goods stores sell darts in standard materials and specs.  It may be necessary to go through a specialty online retailer in order to purchase high quality, competition-worthy darts. You may feel more comfortable playing with a lighter, faster set on a certain board and a heavier, more consistent set on another. As your skills improve, you’ll begin to get an instinctive feel for when to pull out each set. Ultimately, this will make you a better, more versatile player. Being able to play with a wide selection of darts can also be an advantage as your technique evolves over time.

TL;DR in English: Look for darts that show off your sense of style. Decide how much you’re willing to spend. Consider buying more than one set.
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Fill a bucket with roughly 1 gallon (3.8 L) of warm water. Add 1 tbsp (15 ml) of dish soap to the water. Stir the solution with your clean hands or a utensil, like a wooden spoon, until the soap is distributed throughout and bubbles form. Dip a clean cloth or rag into the solution. Remove the rag and wring out excess solution into the bucket. Scrub dirty rubber firmly with your cloth until it is clean.  Your cleaning cloth will absorb dirtiness while cleaning. Remove this by dunking the cloth in the solution and wringing it out over the bucket. Avoid using abrasive cleaners and cleaning tools. These can deform or cloud the surface of your rubber. Once the dirtiness has been removed, turn on your sink and run the rubber under the faucet to rinse away all soap from the rubber. The leftover solution can be used for other cleaning projects or dumped down the drain. Choose a spot out of the sun when air drying rubber. Sunlight will break down rubber over time. Avoid using direct heat to dry rubber, as this can also damage it. Speed up dry times by blowing air on drying rubber with a hairdryer set to “Cool.”  In some cases, it may seem as though the rubber is cleaned while wet, but when it dries, stickiness may remain. Clean remaining stickiness a second time with soapy water as described, or use rubbing alcohol in the fashion described in the following step.

TL;DR in English: Make a cleaning solution with dish soap and water. Use a dampened cloth to wipe the surface. Rinse remaining solution from the rubber. Allow the rubber to air dry.
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Which formula you use will depend on which measurement you are given. If you are given the area, set up the area formula. If you are given the perimeter, set up the perimeter formula.  If you do not know the area or the perimeter, or the relationship between the length and the width, you cannot use this method. The formula for area is A=(l)(w){\displaystyle A=(l)(w)}. The formula for perimeter is P=2l+2w{\displaystyle P=2l+2w}. For example, you might know that the area of a rectangle is 24 square centimeters, so you would set up the formula for area of a rectangle. Write your expression in terms of what l{\displaystyle l} equals.  The relationship might be given by stating how many times bigger one side is than the other, or how many units more or less it is. For example, you might know that the length is five centimeters longer than the width. Your expression for the length is then l=w+5{\displaystyle l=w+5}. Your formula should now only contain the variable w{\displaystyle w}, which means you can solve for the width. For example, if you know that area is 24 square centimeters, and that l=w+5{\displaystyle l=w+5}, your formula will look like this:A=(l)(w){\displaystyle A=(l)(w)}24=(w+5)(w){\displaystyle 24=(w+5)(w)} Your simplified equation might take on various forms, depending on the relationship between the length and the width, and depending on whether you are working with area or perimeter. Think about setting up an equation that allows you to solve for w{\displaystyle w} in the simplest way. For example, you can simplify 24=(w+5)(w){\displaystyle 24=(w+5)(w)} to 0=w2+5w−24{\displaystyle 0=w^{2}+5w-24}. Again, how you solve for w{\displaystyle w} will depend on your simplified equation. Use the basic rules of algebra and geometry to solve.  You might need to use addition or division to solve, or you might need to factor a quadratic equation or use the quadratic formula to solve.  For example, 0=w2+5w−24{\displaystyle 0=w^{2}+5w-24} can be factored as follows:0=w2+5w−24{\displaystyle...

TL;DR in English: Set up the formula for area or perimeter of a rectangle. Write the expression that describes the relationship between the length and the width. Replace the l{\displaystyle l} variable in your area (or perimeter) formula with the expression for length. Simplify the equation. Solve for w{\displaystyle w}.
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Although you may see some people walking with regular ski poles, it is important to purchase poles specific to Nordic walking. These poles will have many necessary accessories, such as proper hand straps and different attachments to the bottom of the poles depending on your terrain.  These poles cost as little as $70 for an entry-level set. Purchasing a proper set of Nordic walking poles will give you more freedom and comfort as your exercise regimen becomes more intense and as you begin changing your walking terrain. The most important thing about pole fitting is that your new poles touch the ground while your elbows are at 90 degrees and feel comfortable as you walk. Some poles are adjustable and some are not, so consider this while making your purchase.  If your poles are not adjustable, be sure choose properly fitted poles before you leave the store. If your poles are adjustable, be sure they fit this requirement before you leave the store. Wrist straps allow for a release of the pole on your backstroke without dropping the pole, and cause the pole to return to your hand in the right position as you bring your arm back into place. Many professionals believe it is important to be able to let go of the pole after you push, which is only possible through means of a wrist strap. Although wrist straps are not vital to Nordic walking, they are recommended and should be taken into consideration while purchasing poles. Although many people do Nordic walking on pavement, you may also take advantage of other terrains. Nordic walking can be done while hiking in the mountains or on other dirt trails, working as an alternative to walking sticks.  If you are walking on pavement, use the attachable rubber pads that cover the bottom of the pole. These rubber pads should come with your Nordic walking pole, so double check that they are included before you purchase. If you are walking on dirt, utilize the metal spike at the end of your Nordic Walking poles. Depending on how far you plan to walk and what terrain you plan to...

TL;DR in English: Purchase a set of Nordic walking poles. Purchase poles that fit your height and walking stride. Purchase poles with comfortable wrist straps. Decide if you would like to stick to walking on pavement or walk on hiking trails. Wear regular walking shoes on pavement and hiking shoes on trails.
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” “Fair use” is a legal term that says some uses of copyrighted material are allowable, even without the owner's permission. This usually includes the use of a portion of the work for criticism, news reporting or teaching. For the use of a work to be considered within fair use, the use must be limited in scope, generally for a non-commercial purpose, and must not interfere with the widespread potential market of the original work. Copyright law is a federal system of statutes, and the statutes include several defenses that allow for use of a copyrighted work. Some of these include reproduction by libraries, educational use by teachers, and others. These statutory defenses of the copyright law appear at 17 U.S.C. §§107-122. You are not likely to get a demand letter from William Shakespeare for wrongfully using part of Romeo and Juliet, but it is possible that you may get a demand letter for using part of a work that is in the public domain. Copyrighted works are protected, approximately, for the life of the author and an additional 70 years. Beyond that, the work becomes available in the public domain and is free to be used.

TL;DR in English: Raise the defense of the “fair use doctrine. Research available statutory defenses. Assert that the original work is now in the public domain.
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Slipping into something more comfortable is common when the wearer gets home or is in a place that they are confident that the friend won’t mention to others as the wearer is a frequent guest of. With you finding out that they wear diapers, this might also lead to the request of wearing thicker more comfortable diapers while you are the only one around,  because it gives better protection from leaks while resting or sitting down in one solitary spot or limiting movement.  Another issue is heat and skin contact with plastic. While plastic pants might be preferable in public they are hot and tight elastic bands can irritate the skin. Spending extended time with your friend at home (s)he most likely would prefer not to wear plastic pants leading to an increased risk of smell, noise and leaks, where the increased risk of leaking is mitigated by wearing a thicker diaper. During the summer, heat is a challenge as diapers act as extra insulation on the body. Where you can wear a thin pair of shorts or a skirt, your friend still needs their diaper. During parts of the summer where you want to wear as little clothing as possible to cool down, your friend might request to wear nothing but a diaper. If your friend requests for that let him/her do it - and see it as a good sign that (s)he is not embarrassed about wearing diapers (A lot of kids are only in diapers on hot summer days!). As long as both of you don’t mind that an occasional accident might happen, your friend can avoid wearing the diaper altogether. Make sure your friend only sits on chairs with plastic covered seats, and be prepared to remove any stains that occur from their nonuse of the diaper. Utilize How to Remove Urine Odors and Stains Permanently to find out these steps. While disposable diapers are most convenient (thinner, easier to change, no dirty laundry to bring home) they are a possibility in the privacy of the home. Cloth diapers absorb the urine in another way allowing the skin to breathe differently, but may also make the wearer feel more wet...

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Proofread your piece for technical errors. Ask for outside opinions. Incorporate the feedback you received from others. Omit needless words. Keep your vocabulary simple. Use verbs to move your sentence. Pay attention to verb voice. Use figurative language for effect in creative pieces. Choose your punctuation carefully.

Thiamine, which is commonly referred to as vitamin B1, plays an important role in nerve function. Thiamine deficiency leads to cardiovascular and nervous system problems. Wet beriberi, a condition caused by thiamine deficiency, can result in an enlarged heart, edema, and heart failure. Because of this, it is important to include vitamin B1 foods in your diet to keep your heart healthy. Foods rich in vitamin B1 include:  Beans Cauliflower Asparagus Broccoli Tomatoes Spinach Cereals Brussels sprouts Nuts Lentils Lean meat Potassium plays a role in keeping your heart healthy. Potassium helps to regulate your heartbeat and helps with the contraction of your heart muscle. If you have high blood pressure or heart failure, conditions that can lead to an enlarged heart, you should increase your potassium intake. Foods rich in potassium include:  Tomatoes Potatoes Bananas Dried fruits Spinach Avocados Edema, one of the major causes of heart enlargement, may occur because of excess amounts of sodium in your blood. Excess sodium can cause breathing problems and can cause your heart to work harder. Try to eat homemade foods, as it is easier to keep track of the amount of sodium you eat at home than it is at restaurants or when eating pre-packaged foods. Some low-sodium foods include:  Fresh vegetables and fruits Fresh corn Fresh meat Eggs Oatmeal (not instant) Dried fruits While saturated fats and trans fats (like those found in high-fat dairy products, processed meats, and fried foods) are bad for your heart, some types of dietary fat can boost your good cholesterol and improve your heart health. Good sources of heart-healthy fats include: Vegetable and nut oils, such as olive oil, canola oil, and sesame oil Fatty fish, such as tuna and mackerel Avocados Nuts and seeds, including almonds, walnuts, and freshly ground flaxseeds Trans fat-free margarine (look for soft or liquid margarine rather than stick margarine) Turmeric contains curcumin, which can help prevent heart failure. It also decreases your cholesterol and...

TL;DR in English: Include vitamin B1 in your diet to support your cardiovascular system. Eat more potassium-rich foods to regulate your heartbeat. Lower your sodium intake to prevent fluid retention. Add healthy fats to your diet to raise your good cholesterol. Include turmeric in your cooking to prevent an enlarged heart. Eat raw garlic every day to help manage your blood pressure. Drink plenty of green tea for good heart health. Increase your asparagus consumption for heart-helping nutrients. Use more cayenne pepper to help keep your heart pumping.
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You can make roses out of silk, satin, or ribbon, as long as they don’t have any wires or framing inside of them. Pick a material that is pink or red for a traditional color, or use white, blue, or even green for a festive look. You can find satin, silk, and ribbon at most party supply stores. Materials like ribbon or silk usually come in long strands that are hard to work with. Use a pair of sharp scissors to cut your material into a manageable size. Cut the material at an angle to avoid fraying.  The cut you make doesn’t have to look perfect, since it will be hidden inside of your finished rose. If you want a larger rose, use more material. Pick up the folds that you made in your material and keep them pinched together with your thumb and pointer finger. If the material comes loose, it will fold out into an accordion  that you can simply fold back up into a square.

TL;DR in English: Choose a material without wires that is 1⁄8 inch (0.32 cm) wide. Cut your material to about 8 inches (20 cm). Pinch the stack of folds together with your fingers.
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At the very least, you should clean all surfaces of your vehicle, vacuum it, wash the exterior, and remove any garbage or crud that might have accumulated over the course of your ownership. If this sounds unappealing, you can always take your car to be detailed by a professional. These fixtures are frequently affordable to replace and will be among the things buyers are on the lookout for. Most auto supply stores will have the parts you need in stock, and most fixes will require little more than a Phillips screwdriver. Though you might think a small crack or chip inconsequential, these are hard to miss for new buyers inspecting the car for the first time. And when that new buyer notices this defect, he'll likely try to bargain you down from your asking price far below what the repair would cost you. A dealership might knock off as much as $800 for a "new windshield," as this might be the factory cost, whereas your insurance might cover most, if not all, of the cost of this repair. Brakes are a tremendously strong selling point, and mentioning to interested parties that you've recently had the brakes replaced will up the value in their estimation. For most cars, this will only cost $100-$150, and could serve you well in the bargaining phase. You might be able to get several dents in the body of your car repaired for around $100. A "like new" body will up the value of your car, and if the potential buyer doesn't see the ding, he won't be able to use it as ammunition in negotiations. Tyres can be expensive, but making sure your tyres are ideal for your sale can cost less than you might think. Buyers will check your car's tyres for worn down or uneven tread. Replacing one or two trouble tyres with matching used ones, which should average you around $30-$40, can save you from a $300 - $700 deduction a buyer might request to offset the cost of new tyres.

TL;DR in English: Prepare your car for sale. Improve the condition of your lights. Contemplate windshield repair. Make sure your brakes are in good condition. Touch up dings and dents. Examine your treads.
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You might have a family background where everyone married their high school sweethearts. Or, you might come from a culture where you don't have multiple boyfriends but court with the intention of marrying someone. Take note of your own personal background when deciding if it's time for a serious relationship with a boy.  Your religion or culture might have specific opinions on things like sex or birth control. While it may sound fun to rock the boat and do something rebellious, keep in mind that the rules you know might be in place to keep you safe. Remember, you are your own person and can have your own ideas and opinions. However, it may be in your best interest to respect the rules and culture around you. Whether you choose to go along with what everyone around you is doing or go off on your own about having a boyfriend, keep in mind that your choices will still impact others. Your own town or school might have different ideas about dating or when it's best for someone to have a serious boyfriend. You can go along with those practices if you want, but keep in mind that just because everyone is doing something, doesn't mean that it's the best idea for you. For example, if all the boys in church group don't date until they want to get married, it's best to wait for them to ask you out instead of trying to force a relationship. Someone like a pastor, priest, or guidance counselor can be a good resource and person to talk to if you're ever in a difficult situation. Sometimes it's best to wait to have a boyfriend if marriage is the main focus of your family's culture or religion.  Some organizations or even schools sometimes have rules about dating. It's best to respect those guidelines about relationships so you don't get yourself into trouble.  It may seem fun to be rebellious or edgy, but having a boyfriend for the sake of breaking rules or making a point is unhealthy.

TL;DR in English: Consider the culture you grew up in. Observe the area that you currently live in. Talk with a mentor about having a boyfriend.
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This attack is only to propel yourself near Vexen and not to damage him. Vexen will attack you, and thanks to Reflega, you'll be able to reflect his damage back and destroy his shield. Keep Vexen in the air during this time. Don't let him touch the ground or he'll recover his shield and possibly summon anti-Sora. He'll try to use his desperation attack, but Reflega will be able to counter it. Make sure that you're standing near Vexen so his shield will be broken. You should be able to finish the battle before your Final Form gauge runs out. If you do happen to revert back to normal before he dies, go into Limit Form and use Sonic Blade to finish him off.

TL;DR in English: Attack Vexen as soon as the battle starts. Immediately cast Reflega as soon as you're near him. Go into Final Form and start spamming Firaga at Vexen. Get near Vexen and cast Reflega once his HP hits 3 bars. Continue spamming Firaga at Vexen until he dies.
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Remember that spell check alone doesn't always do the job. Only you can catch the difference between to, too, and two, or their, there, and they're. In addition to looking for misspellings and grammatical errors, check for items like overused words and improper word use. Online tools like Grammarly and the Hemingway editor can help check for more advanced issues like clarity and word use. Just like spell check, though, you shouldn’t depend on these for full edits. This is an important step, as other people will see what you actually wrote, and not just what you think you wrote. Ask at least 2-3 people you trust to review your work and look for things like clarity, consistency, and proper grammar and spelling.  Teachers, professors, topic experts, your colleagues, and other writers are all good people to ask. You can also join a writer’s group to share your work, read others' writing, and give mutual feedback. Ask them to be honest and thorough. Only honest feedback, even if it's a wholesale criticism of your entire story, can make you a better writer. If they need some guidance, give them the same questions you've been asking yourself. You don't have to like or agree with everything someone says about your work. On the other hand, if you get the same comment from multiple people, you should take it seriously. Strike a balance between keeping aspects that you want and making changes based on input you trust.  Re-read your work with your readers' comments in mind. Note any gaps, places that need to be cut, or areas needing revision. Rewrite necessary parts using the insights gained from your readers and from your own subsequent critical reading. If a word isn't essential to the telling of the story or the semantics of the sentence, omit it. It's better to have too few words than too many. Too many words makes your writing sound stuffy, pompous, or unreadable. Be especially careful of:  Adjectives. Adjectives describe nouns and are most effective when they’re used intentionally and selectively. Take the...

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Maintain a consistent tone of voice. Adopt the "broken record" technique. See a workable compromise as a positive solution.

Radiation and chemotherapy treatments for cancer often cause a side effect called oral mucositis. This is a painful and sometimes debilitating side effect, which causes soreness, swelling, and sensitivity in the mouth, sores on the mouth, gums, or tongue, and difficulty swallowing or talking. It can make it hard or even impossible to eat. Ask your doctor whether a magic mouthwash could help to relieve some of your discomfort. If she agrees, she will write you a prescription. Your doctor may write you a prescription for a pre-measured kit of magic mouthwash, which you will need to have filled at a pharmacy. First Mouthwash BLM or First BXM Mouthwash are two commonly stocked compounding kits. They contain a pain killer, usually “viscous lidocaine”; an anti-acid or coating agent like Maalox (this will coat the lining of your mouth); and an anti-inflammatory agent like Benadryl.  The idea of the mixture is to provide pain relief (anesthetic) while killing bacteria, soothing the mouth, and coating its lining with an antacid. Some formulas also contain Nystatin, a drug that kills fungus and is used to treat conditions like oral thrush.  You pharmacist will take the kit and mix it for you. Note that these formulas are not FDA approved. Another option is for your pharmacist to prepare you a made-to-order magic mouthwash. There are many recipes with different names, including “Duke’s Magic Mouthwash,” “Radiotherapy Mixture,” “Miracle Mouthwash,” and others. However, all follow the basic recipe: ingredients that will relieve pain, relieve inflammation, and coat your mouth.

TL;DR in English: Talk to your doctor. Buy a pre-measured kit. Have one prepared to order by your pharmacist.
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It's a green app with two white speech bubbles. If you're already logged into WeChat, doing so will take you to the last tab you had open. If you aren't already logged in: tap Log In, enter your phone number and password, and tap Log In. This is a speech bubble icon in the bottom-left corner of the screen. Doing so will open the conversation. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. It's the camera-shaped icon in the top row of options near the bottom of the screen. If you see a window instructing you to allow WeChat access to Photos, do so before continuing. This will begin recording whatever your device's camera is facing. You can flip the camera to face toward you (or away from you if it's already facing you) by tapping the camera icon in the top-right corner of the screen. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Your video will be sent to your selected chat conversation. You can also tap the "Back" arrow in the bottom-left corner of the screen to delete the video and re-record.

TL;DR in English: Open WeChat. Tap Chats. Tap an existing chat. Tap +. Tap Camera. Tap and hold the white button at the bottom of the screen. Tap the checkmark to send the video.
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Put your new underwear in the bottom of your purse or shopping bag, under enough things to go undetected. If you think your parents might go through your shopping bag, you can stash the thong in your trouser pocket or an interior pocket of a purse or backpack. Your parents might stumble across it in your underwear drawer when they are doing your laundry. Other options might be to keep it under your mattress or behind books on a bookshelf. Get creative to keep your parents from finding it. Even if they seem trustworthy, in a moment of anger or forgetfulness, they might tell your parents about it. Keep it to yourself. The ruse is up if you go through all the hard work to secretly buy a thong and then your parents find it in the laundry. Wash and dry your own underwear according to the instructions on the tag. If it would be out of character for you to start doing your own laundry, then handwash your thong with soap and water and let it air dry somewhere discreet in your room. It’s easy to forget your laundry or leave it out in the open in your room. To keep it hidden make sure each time you wash your thong that you immediately return it to its hiding place. Set an alarm reminder on your phone, tablet, or computer to remind you if you think there’s a chance you’ll forget.

TL;DR in English: Keep it out of sight till you can hide it. Keep your thong somewhere other than your underwear drawer. Avoid letting your siblings know about it. Do your own laundry. Be sure to put it back in your secure hiding place as soon as it’s washed.
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Search the person's first name and last name as a single search term within double quotation marks: e.g. "John Smith". If the name is a somewhat common one, many irrelevant results will show up. To filter these results, try including a middle initial or middle name with your original search: "John A. Smith" or "John Andrew Smith". If you're Googling someone, you likely know something about him/her besides the name. Perhaps you know the name of the company the person works for. Perhaps you know names of family members. Perhaps you know activities or hobbies, schools or churches. Most often, you will know their general geographic location (city/state). Think of where you met the person or how you know the person, and include one or two of these elements in your search.  For example, you met John Smith on an elevator in ABC Corporate Building. You would Google "John Smith" and "ABC" in the same search bar. Or perhaps John Smith's boy Greg plays soccer for nearby Allentown High. Google "Greg Smith" "soccer" or "Greg Smith" "Allentown" to find information about Greg. The other way to strike gold is to find the person's online pseudonym and Google that. Pseudonyms might include nicknames, screen-names, pen-names, business names, or known aliases. This can often pull up more information than Googling the person's name. Of course, this approach doesn't work if the person has created a separate pseudonym for each site or account. Few people are that privacy-savvy, though. There are a few people left who just don't put themselves online. You will Google these people largely in vain. You might find their name mentioned briefly in an article written by a colleague, or you might see their name in a long list of other participants in some community event. Don't discount the information gathered this way – it can still be very helpful. However, it may not be as useful as information that the person posts about himself or herself.

TL;DR in English: Put a name in quotation marks to filter the results. Include details. Try to search for a person's online pseudonym. Know that your searching may not be fruitful.
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Emotional support is incredibly important, as it can help people to feel connected, protected and loved, but it is especially vital for your loved one with OCD.  Even if you have no mental health education or don’t feel as though you are able to “cure” the disorder, your support and loving regard may help your loved one suffering from OCD feel much more accepted and confident. You can show support for your loved one simply by being there for her when she wants to discuss her thoughts, feelings, or compulsions. You could say, “I’m here for you if you ever want to talk about anything. We could grab a cup of coffee or a bite to eat.” Try explaining to your loved one that you want the best for her and ask her to let you know if you say or do something that makes her feel uncomfortable – this will help your loved one open up in front of you and feel as though you can be trusted. Empathy is a common practice in therapy because it helps people feel connected and understood; it is crucial when communicating with a person suffering from OCD.Try to understand what your loved one is going through.  Empathy is heightened with understanding. For instance, picture that your romantic partner needs to arrange her food in a very specific, peculiar way before each meal. At first you might find it odd, and ask her to stop or criticize her on this strange behavior. However, after a while, when you find out your partner’s deeper reasons for acting this way and the fears behind them, you are very likely to feel empathic. Here is an example of how you can show your empathy in conversation, “You are trying the best that you can and I know how much it hurts when you are trying so hard but your symptoms won’t go away, especially when they are not really under your control. I don’t blame you for being upset and frustrated lately. You’re probably not only hurt but angry at being stuck with this disorder.” When you communicate with your loved one you need to be supportive, but don’t approve or validate her behaviors related to OCD.  Make...

TL;DR in English: Support your loved one emotionally. Be empathic. Use supportive communication. Don't judge or criticize your loved one. Modify your expectations to avoid frustration. Remember that people get better at different rates. Recognize small improvements to provide encouragement. Create distance and space between you and your loved one when needed.
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If you are making a request, then you’ll like need to adopt a conciliatory and friendly approach. Growing frustrated at the person’s refusals or hedges will only make success less likely. Similarly, if you are the person doing the refusing, keep a confident and clear tone of voice when making your refusal known. For example, if you are repeatedly invited to an event that you don’t wish to attend, keep saying “no” in the same confident way until the person gets the message. This is a common technique used in assertiveness training. You simply repeat the same continuous, clear statement about your feeling, intention, or decision. You stay calm and avoid becoming angry, defensive, or irritated mid-conversation.  For example, you might state, “I’m not comfortable with that.” You don't need to give any excuses or justifications for your refusal. Just keep saying your statement. This approach also requires that you avoid any attempts to sidetrack you and stay on your original message. When you ask for something or issue a refusal, it’s unlikely that the conversation will end there. Instead, you may need to work with someone else to find a solution that helps you both. When you reach a compromise, don’t view it as a failure. Instead, it’s another way to reach your original goal. For example, you might ask a co-worker to send you a particular email, but they may not have it. However, they might give you the name of someone who could forward it to you.

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