Make a study plan. Get the academic support you need. Get the emotional support you need.

Before you can create employee efficiency goals, you need to identify any gaps or issues in employee efficiency at your company. If you have several departments in your company, you may want to try to identify at least one to two efficiency gaps in each department.  For example, you may have an efficiency gap between employee hours and completed projects. Though your employees seems to be working full workdays, projects are not being completed and profit margins are not being met. You may then analyze how your employees are working. Perhaps they do not have access to the latest technology, leading to slower work processes and a failure to meet project timelines. This may then be one efficiency gap for your employees: a non productive work environment. Another example you may notice is that your employees do not seem as motivated or energized in the workplace and as a result, client relationships are suffering and projects are not going as smoothly as they should. You may then identify another efficiency gap: low motivation and incentives for employees. Many employee inefficiencies, like miscommunication among employees and clients, poor employee performance, and missed deadlines, can be traced back to a poor internet network. You can address this inefficiency by making sure the company’s building has a secure and robust internet network that can keep up with the company’s workload.  This is especially important if your employees use the internet to communicate with clients and with each other. A slow or faulty network can lead to missed emails, failed client communication, and delayed feedback from clients, thereby slowing down your employee’s productivity. As an employer, it is also essential that you provide a productive working environment for your employees to make sure they are being as efficient as possible. This could mean ensuring they have access to the latest desktops or laptops and well functioning electronics like printers, scanners, and fax machines. You should also make sure there are fully...

TL;DR in English: Identify gaps in employee efficiency. Provide a secure internet network. Make sure your employees have a productive working environment. Check that your employee’s salaries are competitive and include full benefits. Reduce company travel time for your employees. Implement an employee recognition program. Create an employee efficiency committee.
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When you find out that you are pregnant, it is normal to go through a wide range of emotions. You might be excited, scared, surprised, or anxious. Before you share the news with your boyfriend, take some time to consider your own feelings.  Once you have gotten over the initial shock, ask yourself some questions. For example, "How do I feel about this pregnancy?" You can also say, "How will this change my life? How will it change my boyfriend's life?" Think about what kind of reaction you expect. You will naturally want your boyfriend to be supportive, but do you also want him to be excited about having a child? If this pregnancy will be good news for your boyfriend, that makes it a little easier to figure out how to tell him. If you know that he will be happy, you can focus on planning a fun surprise. For example, you could buy a baby toy and give it to him as a hint.  If this pregnancy was unplanned, you might be somewhat nervous to tell your boyfriend. That is normal and understandable. Spend some time thinking about your goals for the conversation. For example, are you only looking for emotional support? Or are you also seeking financial support? Once you've clarified your goals, spend some time planning the conversation. This is important, so it's a good idea to jot down some notes to have with you. This will help you to remember what you want to say. Take some time to practice. For example, look in the mirror and say, "John, I am pregnant. I know this is a surprise, but I'm very happy about the news." Rehearsing what you want to say can help you feel more calm and confident. It can also help you sort out your own feelings. Talking to your boyfriend about your pregnancy is a very important discussion. You want to make sure that you will have time to have an in-depth talk. It's important to broach the subject when you both have plenty of time.  Schedule a time to talk to your boyfriend. You can say, "Andrew, I have something important to discuss with you. When is a good time for you in the next few days?"...

TL;DR in English: Reflect on your feelings. Plan what you want to say. Choose the right time. Speak clearly. Be respectful of his reaction. Handle conflict effectively.
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All clothes that you buy should be the color of BMO's body. You will need a long-sleeve shirt for your arms, gloves for your hands, and pants for your legs. Buy white canvas shoes and paint them the same color that you chose for BMO's body. Observe BMO's mannerisms and catchphrases. Memorize your favorite lines and practice them constantly.

TL;DR in English: Cover the exposed parts of your body. Watch lots of episodes and video clips of Adventure Time that feature BMO. Talk like BMO. Wear your finished costume.
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If a child is being disrespectful, you should acknowledge the behavior right away. Ignoring the behavior will encourage them to continue until they get your attention.  For example, if they're interrupting you while you're on the phone, you could say: "Sweetie, I know you're trying to get my attention, but I'm busy right now." This shows them that you see them and aren't ignoring them. You could even add: "...so you'll have to wait until I'm done." This will tell them what to do in the meantime and promises them that you won't forget about them. If you tell your child to stop with no explanation, they may not see a reason to stop. Once you have identified what your child is doing, explain to them why their behavior is wrong or disrespectful. This will help your child understand the necessity of good manners.  Continuing the phone example: if they keep interrupting, say something like, "I'm on the phone. It's not nice to interrupt me while I'm talking to someone else as I'm unable to give them my full attention." You can also suggest an alternative behavior. For example, say something like, "Can you wait for a pause in the conversation if you really need something?" If you try to talk rationally with disrespectful children, and they still continue to misbehave, you need to explain the consequences of their actions. Then, if they continue to disrespect you, make sure you carry out the consequences.  Always follow-through on the consequences. If you don't, your child won't take you seriously next time and continue to misbehave. Make sure you tell them a consequence that can be definitely carried through. Think about it carefully and choose your words wisely. For the most impact, choose consequences that are directly related to the behavior in your child you want to change. If you have to discipline a child, make sure you do so appropriately. Not all forms of punishment work and punishment types depends on the age of the child and the severity of his or her behavior. For example:  Avoid physical punishment, like...

TL;DR in English: Point out the behavior right away. Give the child a reason. Explain the consequences. Discipline appropriately.
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Some college career centers have advisors who can help you prepare with a mock interview.  Take advantage of this service if it’s available.  If mock interview help is not available at your school, sit with a friend or family member (preferably someone with engineering experience) and provide them with a list of potential questions you expect to be asked during your job interview. Invite the mock interviewer to ask their own relevant questions if they think of any. Employers want to see someone who has self-knowledge and a certain degree of passion for engineering.  For instance, you might say, “I am passionate about engineering because I love the creative process, the collaborative lab environment, and the knowledge that my engineering is contributing to a better world.  I’d like to bring that passion to your company.” Be able to describe your career goals in a sentence or two. Read the company’s values and mission statement, and make note of how they resonate with you.  Do some research into what sorts of products the company makes or what sorts of services it provides, and use this information in the interview to explain why you’re interested in working for them. For instance, if you’re applying to be a medical device engineer, you could say, “I believe in your company’s mission of empowering doctors and medical professionals to do their jobs better and, ultimately, save lives.” For instance, when you’re asked about what experiences make a great engineer, don’t talk about the importance of generosity.  Talking too much or rambling will make the interviewers doubt your competency. Be as direct, focused, and concise as possible when answering your interviewer's questions. Your answers should typically be 30 to 90 seconds long. Deliver your answers with confidence.  Speak at a normal pace and an audible volume.  Look your interviewers in the eye and smile as you speak.

TL;DR in English: Do a mock interview with your college advisor or someone you trust. Be prepared to explain why you’ve chosen to become an engineer. Do some background research into the company you’re applying to. Stay focused on the questions you’re asked when answering. Don’t rush your answers or mumble.
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Cramming for tests is never a good idea; instead, set a daily routine for yourself that includes doing homework on time and reviewing material from class. This time should be quiet, focused, and uninterrupted. If you don't know where to begin, ask your teacher to help. Some subjects and topics can be particularly difficult. Find out if your school has a tutoring program and sign up for some sessions. Alternatively, you can ask your teacher, guidance counselor or another student to recommend a tutor for the subject you're struggling with. Unfortunately, we don't take tests in a vacuum, and life circumstances can often affect our ability to perform our best in school. If you're going through a difficult period, talk to family, friends, or a counselor. High schools and universities usually offer free counseling for their students.

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Text or call when you’re apart. Practice listening when you’re hanging out. Perform small romantic gestures. Flirt

There are times when you want to make a document more accessible. You can give anyone with the link access or make the document entirely public. You can limit the amount of editing power that anonymous users have over the document. This will open the Sharing window. This will expand the Sharing window with more options. You will also see a link that goes directly to the file. You will have three options for sharing the link with others:   On - Public on the web - Anyone can access the document, even if they don't have the link. Search engines will crawl the document, and it may appear on search results. No Google account is required.  On - Anyone with the link - Anyone that visits the link will be able to access the document. No Google account is required.  Off - Specific people - This reverts the document back to sharing with people that you specify (see the previous section). If you've chosen either of the "On" options, you'll be able to determine the level of editing power that anonymous visitors will have. If you don't want anyone to make changes, select "Can view" from the "Access" menu. Since you're sharing the document with anyone that has the link, most people who open the document will be logged in anonymously. You won't be able to track their changes to the document. By default, any editors can add more people to the editor list, as well as change other users' permissions. You can lock the document down by selecting "Only the owner".  Click the "Change" link at the very bottom of the Sharing window to set who can add people and change permissions. Only the owner will be able to delete the document completely. The link is located at the top of the Sharing window. Anyone with the link will be able to access the document. You can share your link via email, chat, SMS, or other methods. You can use a URL shortening service if you need to tweet the link or want it to look cleaner.

TL;DR in English: Decide if you want to make the document public. Open the document you want to share and click "Share" in the upper-right corner. Click the "Advanced" option. Click the "Change" link next to "Private" to set who can access the file. Set permissions. Set who can add more people or make permissions changes. Share your link.
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Once your old photographs are clean, store them in a protected area that is also dry. You can, for example, put them in an envelope and store them in a drawer in your home that is not prone to moisture or humidity. This should keep your photos in good shape after the cleaning process. If your photos are very old, consider professional storage. You can check online to find companies in your area that provide specialized storage for old, valuable photographs. The quicker you clean out stains, the better. If you spill anything on an old photograph, or get dirt on it with your fingers, clean it promptly to prevent the stains from becoming set. Stains can quickly be removed by running photographs under tap water or placing them in a pan of water briefly. Swish the photograph around to remove any stains. Handling old photographs infrequently will protect them from damage. Old photographs are fragile, so it's important not to over handle them. Only handle photographs when absolutely necessary, such as when you're moving. For the most part, keep them in storage to preserve them over time. It can help to have digital copies of your photographs. This way, if you want to look at old photographs, you can do so on screen to avoid handling them.

TL;DR in English: Store your photographs in a dry environment. Remove new stains quickly. Minimize how often you handle old photographs.
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If your parents are usually a bit wary of you roaming around on your own and it's not something you usually get to do, a cruise is a perfect time for some independent exploring. Your parent knows you'll be safe on board, and so do you. Unless you enter an out of bounds area, there will usually be a member of staff to ask for directions if you get lost. Roam around the ship, see what the other decks of accommodation are like. Use the stairs cases instead of the lifts. Go out on the deck and look for other ships or wildlife such as dolphins or sea birds. Say hi to the staff you see working, many people overlook the staff that works hard to give you a fun holiday.

TL;DR in English: Enjoy your independence.
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You can also run programs from the command line, in that case any text-editor will suffice. It might be handy to choose an editor which supports syntax highlighting and line-numbers. Most programmers find that unix-like systems (linux, OS X, BSD) are the best environments for development. The main file must include a function called main(). This is where execution of the program begins. From here, you should be calling functions, instantiating classes, etc. Other files of your application as well as libraries can be included into this file. Insert your code or the program that you need to build (see below for a few examples). Learn the syntax, semantics, Object-Oriented Programming paradigms, data striations, algorithm designs such as linked lists, priority queues, etc. C++ is not an easy language to program in, but doing so teaches you the fundamentals that extend to all programming languages. Explain what your functions do and what variables are for. Choose clear names for variables and functions. Capitalize the names of global variables. In general: make sure that anyone reading your code can understand it. Again, see the examples below.

TL;DR in English: Download a C++ IDE (integrated development environment) such as Eclipse, Netbeans, and CodeBlocks, or you can use a plain text editor such as Notepad++ or VIM. Create a main program file. Begin writing your program. Insert comments in your code. Use proper indenting in your code. Compile your code with g++ main.cpp
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Electronic cigarettes have been around for less than ten years, which means there is simply no way to know their long-term effects.  This newness is part of the reason why they are still not regulated by many government agencies around the world, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the U.S.  In short, there is often no way to know for sure what is in your e-cigarette, and what exactly the materials that are in it may do to you. Assuming that your e-cigarette contains what it is supposed to, it is probably safer overall than a traditional cigarette.  That is to say, if you were going to spend your life smoking either only e-cigarettes or only traditional cigarettes, the e-cigarettes would likely be the better choice.  However, there is no real way to know for sure yet, and most people who do smoke e-cigarettes don’t completely eschew traditional cigarettes anyway. Although they come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, practically all e-cigarettes work by using a battery-powered heat source to vaporize an “e-liquid,” which typically contains nicotine and flavorings (among many other things).  You breathe in and puff out this vapor in much the same way as you smoke a traditional cigarette. Extra care needs to be taken with the e-liquid, especially if there are children around.  The liquid provides a far more concentrated dose of nicotine and other compounds that the vaporized mist, and increasing calls to poison control hotlines indicate that consuming the e-liquid in non-vapor form can cause a host of medical problems, and can present serious risks to children. Proponents of e-cigarettes point out that they remove the “smoke” part from smoking.  Traditional tobacco smoke contains a host of toxins and carcinogens, created in part by the burning process.  This lack of smoke probably makes e-cigarettes overall less damaging to your health than traditional cigarettes, but they are far from risk-free.  Traditional cigarettes bring nicotine and a host of other chemical compounds to the table;...

TL;DR in English: Recognize the uncertainty surrounding e-cigarettes. Know how e-cigarettes work. Weigh the pros and cons vis-a-vis traditional cigarettes. Don’t assume they will automatically help you quit smoking.
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Use your phone and messaging apps to let your boyfriend know you’re thinking of him. You can call him if you’re going to be apart for a few days to stay in touch. Using pet names for each other can help you feel closer, too.  Ask him how is day his going or just let him know you miss him. You can also talk about fun things you want to do together when you see each other next. Show your boyfriend you care for him by being genuinely curious when he speaks. Ask follow up questions and try not to judge him. Your interest in him will make him feel loved.   You might say, “I love that song you put on. How did you get into that band?” Reinforce that he’s the center of attention with your body language. You can tilt your head towards him, nod, and maintain eye contact as he answers. Do something thoughtful for your boyfriend every few days to let him know you care about him. Whatever it is, make it about him and his interests. You could put love notes in his locker, sing him a song, or buy him his favorite snack. when you see each other. Make jokes or play around when you see your boyfriend. You can jokingly steal his hat, give him a wink, or blow a kiss. Whatever makes the two of you smile together will help build your bond. Try not to make jokes at your boyfriend’s expense, which could make him feel embarrassed.

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Check if the object twinkles. Note whether the object rises and sets. Identify the ecliptic. Observe the color. Compare the relative brightness.

Looking at people directly in the eyes gives you a certain hold over them. It projects confidence on your end while making the person you're speaking with feel that they are interesting enough to gaze upon. Keep eye contact throughout the conversation. No matter what you're talking about, holding the person's eyes will make you seem more charming. . Scientists have pinpointed more than 50 types of smiles, and research suggests that the sincerest smile of all is the Duchenne smile - a smile that pushes up into the eyes. The reason it's more genuine is because the muscles needed to smile with our eyes are involuntary; they only become engaged in an authentic smile, not in a courtesy smile. Also, if you look at someone and then smile, it will instantly charm them. Shaking a person's hand when you first meet them is a polite way to show the person they're someone you want to talk to. Use a firm grip, but don't hold on too tight - you don't want to hurt the person's hand. After one good shake, release the person's hand from your grip. In regions where shaking hands is not customary, use a different appropriate physical gesture to show you're interested in talking to someone. A kiss on both cheeks, a bow, or another physical gesture gets the conversation off to a good start. Face the person you're talking to so that it doesn't seem as though you're anxious to walk away as soon as the conversation is over. During the course of the conversation, it may be appropriate to use light touching to keep it moving. You can lightly touch the person's shoulder to emphasize a point, for example. At the end of the conversation, decide whether it's appropriate to give a quick hug or another handshake. Your voice should be gentle and peaceful, yet direct. Don't talk too fast as this makes you appear nervous, but if you talk too slow people could think you are unintelligent, you need to speak slow enough that your words are clear but not slow that it feels like the conversation is dragging on.  Articulate your words clearly and...

TL;DR in English: Make eye contact. Smile with your eyes Give a firm handshake. Use charming body language. Control your tone and speed of voice.
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Before you sit down to have a conversation with your friend about your relationship and where it’s going, understand the risks involved in asking to change your friendship into a romantic relationship. Your friend could feel the same, but they might not. You need to prepare for your friend not to feel the way you do. When assessing the risks you should also decide how you will react to your friend’s potential response. If they do not return your feelings, are you willing to stay friends? Would you rather end the friendship? Make sure you’re prepared for whatever reaction you get. Once you feel fully prepared for whatever response you might get, ask your friend if you can have a serious conversation.  You can say something like “I’d really like to talk to you about something important regarding our friendship. Is there a time and a day that’s good for you?” You can also give them a heads up on what's coming by saying something like "I'd like to discuss my feelings about you and our relationship. When would you be willing to have this conversation?" This is a sensitive conversation you’ll be having, so you’ll want to choose somewhere that you and your friend will have some privacy. If you are already friends, you might be comfortable having this conversation in one of your homes.  Don’t pick a romantic spot in the hopes that it will sway your friend’s response. If the conversation doesn’t go the way you want it to, being in a romantic restaurant can make things awkward. You could also choose a quiet corner of a coffee shop or a nice spot in a public park. Depending on how the conversation goes, it might be best to have this conversation somewhere that you can both easily leave. When talking to your friend about your feelings, be honest and up front about how you feel and what you want for your relationship.  You can say something like “I know we’ve been friends for a long time, but I’ve been feeling like maybe there’s something more between us. I am starting to care about you as more than a friend and I was...

TL;DR in English: Understand the risks. Ask for a conversation. Pick a neutral location. Be honest. Accept their response.
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. Once you have clarified the areas that require improvement, focus on goal-setting. Grab a pen and notebook. Head each piece of paper with a specific goal -  personal and professional. Then, write down several action steps you must take to reach the goal. Finally, set a feasible deadline that is attainable but still challenges you. For example, you may have a goal to pay down debt. This goal may incorporate several strategies, such as paying more than the minimum monthly payment towards debt, refraining from creating any new debt, and negotiating lower interest rates on credit cards or revolving accounts. Bad habits prevent us from fully reaching our potential. Some of them are more serious, such as drinking or smoking. Others are just bothersome to, like procrastinating or making weird noises. The best way to break a bad habit is to replace it with a more healthier, adaptive alternative.  Think about some of your bad habits. When do you engage in them? What triggers the habit? What purpose do they serve? For example, you may have the habit of procrastinating, but only when you feel overwhelmed or stressed. You feel bogged down by everything, so you put it all off and do nothing. You can replace this bad habit with healthier stress management strategies such as learning to  manage time better, or  relieving stress through exercise or meditation. You don't have to wait until you reach goals or break bad habits to move closer to being your ideal self. Whether you want to get a promotion at work or gain membership into an elite organization, learn to look and act the role you desire to play. Looking and acting the part can translate to dressing like the people who already have the position you want to obtain. You may also strive to  maintain a more professional demeanor in your interactions with others. On an ongoing basis, you should take a step back and examine your progress towards reaching your goals and building better habits. If you are not satisfied with the changes you have made, go back to the drawing...

TL;DR in English: Set realistic goals Replace bad habits with good ones. Act the part. Reassess yourself regularly.
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A load-balancing router combines all of your Internet connections into one massive broadcast. You can connect multiple modems with different wireless networks to your load-balancing router in order to process all of the modems' connections. A two-connection load-balancing router will cost you between $40 and $90. If you have two or more wireless networks broadcasting from separate modems, you can connect them to your load-balancing router by attaching one end of an Ethernet cable to the square "Internet" port on your selected modem and then connecting the other end to a square port on the back of your router. on your computer. You'll do this by entering the IP address for your usual network, which can be found in your connection settings. If connecting to the IP address in your computer's connection settings doesn't lead you to the router's configuration page, check the "Basic Setup" section of your router's manual for the proper address. You'll usually find this tab on the left side of the router's page. Although most load-balancing routers have similar pages, you may see slightly different options in different locations depending on your load-balancing router's manufacturer. Again, you'll usually find this on the left side of the page. You'll most likely find this box near the top of the page. Unchecking this box and the one before it will allow your load-balancing router to distribute your connected Wi-Fi networks in one single connection. Your settings will be saved. If you've completed your load-balancing router setup and your computer is currently connected to the load-balancing router's name in your Wi-Fi menu, you should notice a difference in your browsing speed.

TL;DR in English: Purchase a load-balancing router. Connect any modems to your router. Open the router's configuration page Click Advanced. Click Load Balance. Uncheck the "Enable Application Optimized Routing" box. Uncheck the "Enable Bandwidth Based Balance Routing" box. Click OK or Save. Enjoy your combined connections' speed.
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Pour 1/2 cup (125 ml) of milk into a medium mixing bowl. Add the egg yolks and cornstarch to the same bowl and whisk well. Continue whisking until the mixture seems smooth and the contents are evenly distributed. Pour the remaining milk in a medium saucepan. Add the lemon zest, sugar, cinnamon stick, and salt to the same saucepan, then set the pan on your stove over medium-low heat.  Mix the contents of the saucepan slowly and continuously as they heat up and do not use a higher heat setting. Milk burns and sticks to pans easily, so continuous motion and low heat are both necessities. Continue heating and stirring until the mixture becomes hot but do not allow it to reach a boil yet. This step should take several minutes. Slowly pour the egg yolk mixture into the hot milk mixture, mixing the two together constantly to combine them. Continue stirring and heating the mixture over medium-low heat until it boils. After it begins to boil, continue whisking it for 2 minutes or longer. Test the taste of the natillas after the first 2 minutes. If you can detect the taste of cornstarch, you'll need to continue heating the mixture for another minute or so. If the cornstarch taste is gone, you can proceed to the next step. Remove the saucepan from the stove. Take out the lemon zest and cinnamon stick, then add the vanilla extract, stirring it in until evenly distributed. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites using an electric mixer set to low speed, continuing until stiff peaks form.  When the egg whites are ready, stiff peaks should form when you lift the mixer out. These peaks should stand sharply without drooping. Note that the addition of egg whites is mostly found in Mexican versions of natillas. Many traditional Spanish versions do not use egg whites, and the result is a much denser custard. As such, you may omit the egg whites altogether if desired. Top the custard in your saucepan with the stiff egg whites. Carefully fold the egg white into the custard with a spatula until no visible streaks of white remain....

TL;DR in English: Combine 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk with the egg yolks and cornstarch. Mix together the seasonings and remaining milk. Add the egg yolk mixture. Heat until the mixture boils. Add the vanilla but remove the cinnamon and lemon. Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Fold the egg whites into the custard. Chill for a minimum of 3 hours. Serve when ready.
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One of the easiest ways to distinguish between stars and planets in the night sky is by looking to see if the object twinkles or shimmers. This can usually be detected with the naked eye if you have a clear view of the sky and if you watch the sky for long enough.  Stars twinkle and shimmer - hence, the song "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star." Planets do not twinkle. They remain constant in their brightness and their overall appearance in the night sky. If viewed through a telescope, planets may appear to "wiggle" along the edges.  Any object that blinks, twinkles, or shimmers is most likely a star. However, it could also be an aircraft if it is moving quickly across the night sky. Celestial objects are not fixed in the night sky. All celestial bodies move, but how those bodies move can be a good indication of whether they're stars or planets.  Planets rise in the East and set in the West. They tend to follow a similar celestial path across our sky as the sun and moon. Stars move around in the night sky, but they do not rise or set. Instead, they orbit in a circular pattern around Polaris (the North Star). If the celestial object you see appears to move in a more-or-less straight line across the night sky, it is most likely a planet. Satellites also move across the night sky, but they do so much more quickly than planets. A planet may take hours or even weeks to cross the night sky, whereas a satellite can cross overhead in a matter of minutes. Planets are always found along an imaginary belt across the night sky called the ecliptic. This belt is not actually a visible object, but careful observation will help you find the location where celestial objects are congregated. While stars may also appear along this invisible belt, they should be distinguishable by their shimmering appearance.  Of the celestial bodies along the ecliptic, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn are significantly brighter than the surrounding stars. This is due to their proximity to the sun since their "brightness" is just reflected...

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Choose whether or not you want to keep weight loss private or make it public. Decide what to track. Select a trustworthy person to track people’s weight loss. Decide what to wear. Decide on a location.

Avoid sharing personal information and passwords with anyone you talk to online. Even if they seem to have a compelling reason why you should, don’t do it!  For example, someone might ask for your account password on a game you both play and claim it’s because they want to change your settings to improve your game play. However, giving them your password puts your personal information at risk. Never send money to people you meet online either. In general, it’s best not to meet up with people you meet online. However, if you decide to meet the person after getting to know them online and on voice chat, make sure that you tell someone about it. Tell them where you will be, who the person is, and when you will be back. Some other strategies for keeping safe include:  Planning to meet up in a public place with lots of people around. Taking a friend or family member with you the first time you meet someone. Arranging to call a friend or family member once you are safely back home. This is a common factor in sexual assault, so it’s best to avoid drinking alcohol with the person when you’re first getting to know each other. It’s also important to avoid taking an open beverage from them. Don’t drink anything that they prepare or bring to you. If the person sends you a message that upsets you, close it right away and talk to someone about it. Don’t keep it a secret or try to brush it off. For your safety and well-being, it’s important to let someone know what happened. Also, avoid talking with the person who sent you the message any more after that.

TL;DR in English: Keep your privacy settings high and think before you post. Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be home. Avoid drinking alcohol or taking a drink from someone you met online. Talk to someone if you see something that upsets you.
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It’s believed that the cumbia was originally a folkloric dance, in which African slaves imitated the Spanish. They did this, in part, through dressing in long skirts like the slave owners. As these two groups began to culturally and racially mix with indigenous Colombians, the cumbia became a dance of courtship and love. As such, the traditional dance almost always included pairs of men and women dancing with one another. However, they generally didn’t touch much, if at all. This was set to a new style of music, cumbia, using the rhythm of drums (the African influence) and the melody of flutes (the native Colombians). In its oldest and most traditional form, you hold a burning candle and take short, sliding or dragging steps to mimic the limited foot movement imposed by shackles on slaves’ ankles. You dance slowly along with other women in a counterclockwise circle. As you continue moving in a circle, sway your body back and forth while waving your skirt in a figure-8 motion. At times of your choosing, and without warning to your partner, approach him and spin, letting the candle pass before his face before retreating to your place in the circle.  Today, candles aren’t used much. Instead, women hold both sides of the skirt as they wave it or use one hand to wave the skirt while the other is raised in an open arc. You can dress in the original style or the more flamboyant one of today. If the former, wear a long and colorful skirt (a bolero) and a short-sleeved white shirt. Go either barefoot or in sandals, and wear your hair back. Or you can dress as many do today in long, colorful dresses. The skirt of the dress is often made of layers and ruffles and adorned with sequins. Wearing flower headdresses or a large flower tucked behind your ear is common. Large earrings and a face full of makeup are also the norm. You can go barefoot or in sandals. Much of the man’s dance involves trying to lure the woman to him. His steps and movements are  also faster than hers. Dance behind and around the woman, and take your...

TL;DR in English: Get in an alluring state of mind. Sway like the women. Pursue the woman if you’re a man.
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Leadership courses offer intensive training in skills like project management, collaborative problem-solving, and critical thinking.  These are skills indispensable to any workplace and can help you move up in your company faster.  Some leadership courses are available as online certifications, however you can take leadership courses through a local college. If you are faced with a new challenge, ask a senior coworker how they would begin the project. If you run into an unexpected problem, reach out to a manager for assistance and trouble shooting.  Leverage other people's experience to complete tasks effectively and efficiently.  The next time you encounter the same problem, you'll be prepared to tackle it independently. People will respect you for asking, valuing their opinion, and offering assistance more frequently. . Not everyone is a natural public speaker, but there are ways to overcome stage-fright, along with other pitfalls of public speaking.  Join Toastmasters.Toastmasters is an international organization devoted to helping people become better, more comfortable public speakers.  Many businesses support an internal chapter and encourage their employees to join, but you can find Toastmasters clubs in nearly any community.  Learn how to speak without filler words.  "Uhm," "like," and "uhhhh" are just a few examples of filler words that creep into everyday speech.  These words can distract listeners from the message we are trying to present and may even make the speaker seem unprepared or lacking in knowledge.

TL;DR in English: Take leadership courses. Seek help and ask questions. Hone communication skills
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Genetics play a significant part in your risk of developing breast cancer.  Estimates suggest that between 5% and 10% of cancers develop due to genetics. Even though the family history is important, the majority of women that develop breast cancer do not have a family history at all. Depending on your personal family history, your doctor may recommend that you have the blood test to determine if you are carrying the identified genes. The most common genes that have been identified as contributing to breast cancer are called BRCA1 and BRCA2. 45-65% percent of people who inherent these genes develop breast cancer prior to age 70. Ask for a referral. If your doctor is not able to perform the genetic testing, ask your doctor for a referral to a geneticist that can review your family history and make specific recommendations regarding the possible need for the genetic testing. Several variables increase the odds of developing breast cancer that are related to age.  First of all, just aging is considered a risk factor. The older you get, the greater the chance of developing breast cancer. Beginning your period before 12 years of age is a risk factor for breast cancer later in life. Experiencing menopause at an older that average age is considered a risk factor. The average for menopause is about 51 years of age. Some relationships have been established that may increase your risk based on pregnancy.  Women that have never been pregnant are considered to be at an increased risk. Delivering your first child after age 35 is considered to increase your risk of breast cancer. Breast cancer is a complex disease that make it impossible to predict those that will or will not develop it, even when all risk factors are considered. Additional factors that have been identified as contributing to the chance of getting breast cancer include the following:  A personal history of breast cancer. Radiation treatment or exposure to the chest area as a child or young adult. Having dense breast tissue. A certain kind of hormonal...

TL;DR in English: Review your family history. Recognize age-related factors. Consider pregnancy factors. Take into account additional factors.
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Many collapsed veins cannot heal.  Permanent damage can also occur in a very short amount of time. If you believe you have a collapsed vein, contact a doctor or clinic to discuss treatment options. In order to give a vein its best chance to heal, stop injecting into that vein altogether. Vitamin C and other supplements may help fight inflammation within the veins. That said, no supplement will eliminate the risk of a collapsed vein, nor guarantee that a collapsed vein will fully heal. It’s always best to see a medical professional immediately if you believe you may have a collapsed vein. If you are diagnosed with a recently collapsed vein, a doctor may prescribe blood thinners that will help thin your blood and encourage it to circulate.  In other cases, they may recommend surgery to repair damaged veins as much as possible.

TL;DR in English: Recognize the severity of a collapsed vein. Ask a medical professional about supplements that may help. Anticipate medication or surgery.
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Some fitness centers post the amount of weight lost by group members or teams each week. Others choose to be more discreet, only revealing whether weight was lost or gained. You can choose winners based on pounds lost or percentage of body weight lost. Club members’ original weights as well as their weekly changes need to be recorded by an objective person who is not participating in the contest. Participants can weigh themselves while wearing everyday clothing or while wearing workout gear. Club members can also decide whether or not they want to wear shoes when they are weighing in. You can use a scale at a gym, or you can use a scale at a doctor’s office. You can also purchase an electronic scale as long as members all use the same equipment for their weigh-in.

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Wait at least 24 hours to wash your hair after getting it colored. Wash your hair every other day at most. Add a little dye to your conditioner. Condition your hair after each wash. Rinse your hair using cool water.

Your physician can prescribe preventive medication to reduce the number and severity of your migraines. There are several different preventative medications that your physician may suggest. Preventive medications are meant to be taken daily and can include:  Beta blockers, which are also used to treat heart disease.  Although the reason they work is not clear, doctors believe it may be that they keep blood vessels from constricting and dilating in the brain. Beta blockers include atenolol (Tenormin), metoprolol (Lopressor), propranolol (Inderal). Calcium channel blockers are another type of heart medication that have been found to reduce the number and duration of migraine headaches. These medications include verapamil (Calan) or diltiazem (Cardizem). Tricyclic antidepressants help prevent other kinds of headaches as well as migraines. Medications include amitriptyline(Elavil), nortriptyline (Pamelor), doxepin (Sinequan), imipramine (Tofranil). Some anticonvulsant medications will also prevent migraine headaches, although physicians are not sure why. Some anticonvulsants that have been effective include divalproex sodium (Depakote), gabapentin (Neurontin), topiramate (Topamax). Botox injections have been approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) to treat migraines. The medication helps some people and is injected in a series in the forehead, temples, back of the neck and shoulders about every three months. Acute or abortive medications are designed to stop the headache you currently have. Acute or abortive medications are given when the symptoms first appear. Different medications are used to treat either the pain or the associated symptoms.  Triptans are some of the first medications prescribed to relieve pain, nausea, and sensitivity to light, sounds, and smells. Triptan medications include: almotriptan (Axert), eletriptan (Relpax), frovatriptan (Frova), naratriptan (Amerge), rizatriptan (Maxalt), sumatriptan (Imitrex), zolmitriptan (Zomig). Ergots work by constricting the blood vessels but have...

TL;DR in English: Talk to your doctor about prescription medications to prevent migraine headaches. Discuss acute or abortive medications with your doctor. Try feverfew. Consider butterbur to help reduce the severity and number of your migraines.
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Start the timer after the water reaches a full boil. Let the coffee boil for a full two minutes, uncovered, before removing the saucepan from the heat. As soon as you turn off the heat, the grounds should sink to the bottom of the saucepan.

TL;DR in English: Let boil for 2 minutes.
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You can purchase mature watercress at a supermarket or farmer’s market. Just soak the base of the stalks in water for a few days to encourage root growth and proceed to plant them in soil as you would from seed. You can also start watercress from seeds, which you can find at a farmer's market, gardening store, or online. Watercress grows well in cool, but sunny spots with partial shade. Planting watercress in the shallow portion of a steady-flowing, freshwater stream or creek is ideal, but you can also create your own pool or bog of water. Ideal planting times are in early spring after the last frost, or in early fall before temperatures drop too low. If you have a steady flowing stream or creek, simply mix in four to six inches (10.1 to 15.2 cm) of organic compost into the top six to eight inches (15.2 to 20.3 cm) of soil. If you don’t have an existing water source, dig a hole that is roughly two feet (61 cm) across and 12 inches (35 cm) deep to create a bog. Line the bottom and sides with a large sheet of heavy plastic pond liner, leaving a four inch (15.2 cm) lip at the top and punch a few holes in the sides for drainage. Fill the lined hole with a mixture of one part garden soil, one part coarse builder's sand, one part compost and a handful of fertilizer. If planting next to a stream, make sure the soil is deeply soaked. If you’ve created a growing site, fill the bog to the brim with water. If you’ve created a growing site, water the area every two to three days to ensure it remains thoroughly soaked or install a water pump to keep fresh water circulating through the bog. Sow the seeds 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) deep and roughly 1/2 inch (12.6 mm) apart, and cover with a thin layer of fine gardening soil. You can also start the watercress indoors using the method above or transplant mature plants. However, as the plants can be delicate, they may prove difficult to transplant. Once the watercress has sprouted, thin the seedlings roughly four to six inches (10.1 to 15.2 cm) apart. If small white flowers appear,...

TL;DR in English: Start growing from mature watercress or seeds. Choose a location for planting. Prepare the growing site. Create a growing site. Water the growing site. Plant the watercress. Cultivate the watercress. Harvest the watercress.
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Throwing a party for a teenager can be a difficult process, since what they think is cool and what their parents think is cool, often are in entirely different universes. You will want plenty of time to check in with them about what they would like, or if you're the teen planning the party, you'll need plenty of time to check in with your parents and talk to your friends.  Budget the party. See what you can spend on things like food, drinks, decorations, music, and so on. Have the teen deal with invitations. Again parents usually don't understand what is cool or embarrassing for their teenagers and handwritten invitations could be just the ticket to loserville at school. Let them decide how they're going to invite people, as long as it's the agreed-upon guests and not open to every person in school. While a theme party might not be cool enough for your teen, there are lots of different kinds of parties to have. Is it a birthday party? A holiday party (like Halloween)? A graduation party? Each of these will require different decorations (if the teen wants decorations) and, sometimes, different foods.  You should also think about the type of party in terms of its location. A beach front party with a bonfire is going to require different set up and energy to pull off than a Halloween party at your house. An outside party is going to require weather preparations (having an area nearby that's under some sort of cover, for example). Remember, a girls sleep-over is going to be very different from a graduation party. For the former, a chaperone or parent will simply need to make sure that the girls aren't sneaking out, otherwise you don't usually have to worry about them. The latter type of party is more likely to get out of control and will need supervision. You want to make sure that the teen's friends can make it to the party, so try for advance notice for a bigger party, like a birthday bash or Halloween extravaganza (a couple weeks, at least). For a smaller party, you usually won't need as much time, unless it's...

TL;DR in English: Plan in advance. Pick a type of party. Set a time. Get the pieces of the party together. Set up zones for the party. Make sure there is appropriate supervision. Clean up afterwards.
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Grease a 9 x 11-inch loaf or cake pan. Alternatively, use a 10-inch round cake pan. To do this, use a fork or potato masher. If you prefer, place the bananas in a food processor. When the bananas are mashed to a creamy, smooth consistency, put the bowl to one side.  Add the lemon juice while mashing, to prevent browning.  Make sure to use ripe bananas. Place the flour and baking soda into a mixing bowl. Add the salt. Stir with a whisk to combine. When the dry ingredients have been mixed well, set the bowl aside. Cream until light and fluffy.  The butter should be softened before beginning this step. Softened butter is easier to mix with other ingredients. To soften butter, remove the butter from the refrigerator 30-60 minutes before you begin.  Creaming butter and sugar is a type of mixing method. Start with room temperature butter. Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the butter on low until it is creamy. Add the sugar, and mix on high until the butter and sugar is a whipped, grainy consistency. The color should be a very light yellow or ivory. Don't forget to scrape the sides of the bowl while mixing. Add the eggs one at a time into the butter and sugar mixture. Using a hand mixer, beat the eggs until completely mixed into the batter. Add the vanilla extract after you have added the eggs. Stir into the mixture. Starting with the flour, pour a small amount into the mixture and beat in with a hand mixer. Then, add in a small amount of buttermilk, also beating it into the batter with a hand mixer. Continue this gradually, alternating between the flour and the buttermilk. Make sure to stir each time you add the ingredients. When all the flour and buttermilk has been added, stir in the mashed bananas. Make sure the batter is distributed evenly throughout the pan. Place the pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 1 hour, 15 minutes. Check the cake periodically while cooking. Use a toothpick, fork, or knife to check to see if the cake is done. If the toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the cake, the cake is...

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 275ºF. Mash the bananas in a small bowl. Mix the dry ingredients. Add the butter and sugar to another mixing bowl. Beat in the eggs. Mix in the flour and buttermilk. Pour the cake batter into the greased pan. Remove the cake from the oven. Serve.
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It’s important to give the hair time to absorb the dye into the cuticle. After the initial washing to remove the excess dye, you should wait 24-72 hours before cleansing your hair again. Washing it sooner could lead to a dull, faded color. Frequent washing fades color faster than anything else. You should only wash your hair 2-3 times a week, and no more than every other day. You can still shower, just keep your hair dry using a shower cap, or give it a quick rinse to remove excess oil. If your hair is all 1 shade, you can preserve the color by putting a small amount of dye into your conditioner. Reserve a little bit  of the dye from the box, or ask your stylist to send you home with a small amount to add to your conditioner. Mix or shake the container thoroughly to evenly distribute the dye. Use it each time you shower to brighten the color while moisturizing the strands. Choose a moisture-rich conditioner containing oils like Obliphica, coconut, or jojoba. Thoroughly coat each strand of hair from the mid-point down to the ends with conditioner each time you wash it. Avoid rubbing conditioner into your scalp or roots, as it can make your hair look oily. You can even apply conditioner on days you shower but don’t shampoo your hair to keep it strong and smooth. Hot water opens up the cuticle and allows the color to bleed out. Cool water, on the other hand, seals the cuticle and keeps the color in. Always rinse your hair using cool water to preserve the color and vibrancy.

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Buy a groin wrap or specialized compression shorts. Use a groin wrap as part of the RICE method for healing. Rest your injury as much as possible. Ice your injured groin to reduce pain. Elevate your groin while lying down. Use caution when engaging in activities that may reinjure the muscles.

You can either use a calculator or do the math by hand when you find the product. Multiply all of the numbers in the set you’re calculating so you can find the product. Write down the product so you don’t forget it.  For example, if the value set is 3, 5, and 12, then you would write: (3 x 5 x 12) = 180. For another example, if you want to find the geometric mean for the set 2 and 18, then write: (2 x 18) = 36. Count how many values are in the set you’re calculating the geometric mean for the value n. Use the n value to determine which root you need to take of the product. For example, take the square root if you have 2 values, cube root if you have 3 values, and so on. Use your calculator to solve the equation and write down your answer.  For example, for the set of 3, 5, and 12, write: ∛(180) ≈ 5.65. In the second example with a set of 2 and 18, write: √(36) = 6. If the number set is written out as increases or decreases in percentages, avoid using the percent value in the geometric mean since it will skew your results. If the percent is an increase, move the decimal point 2 spaces to the left and add 1 to it. If there’s a percent decrease, then move the decimal point 2 places to the left and subtract it from 1.  For example, say you want to find the geometric mean of the value of an object that increases by 10%, and then falls by 3%. Convert 10% to a decimal and add 1 to it to get 1.10. Then convert 3% to a decimal and subtract it from 1 to get 0.97. Use the 2 decimal values to find the geometric mean: √(1.10 x 0.97) ≈ 1.03. Convert the number back to a percent by moving the decimal point 2 places to the right and subtracting 1 from it to find a total of a 3% increase in value.

TL;DR in English: Multiply the values you want to find the geometric mean for. Find the nth root of the product where n is the number of values. Convert percentages to their decimal multiplier equivalents.
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When you communicate with your horse, it is important to remain calm. If you don’t come in knowing what you want to do, you will likely fall back on feelings and instincts. This will make you more likely to panic or overreact to a horse’s actions, rather than remaining calm and in control. When you come near a horse, you want to make sure he is willing to talk to you. If the horse wants to talk to you, he will turn his head or front toward your, lick his lips, and soften his eyes. Once you get this signal, you can approach the horse slowly and start communicating further. Your horse may do the opposite, turning his head away from you, walking away, or even ignoring you. If the horse isn’t interested in letting you in, he won’t be responsive to what you say. Horses have monocular vision, meaning they can’t see directly in front of their noses. Make sure you walk toward a horse from the side so he can see you clearly. Never approach a horse from behind. Horses can’t see in that direction, and you are at risk of getting kicked if they get spooked. Make sure your horse recognizes that you are the leader of his herd. If he doesn’t recognize you that way, he won’t listen to what you are saying. If your horse doesn’t seem to be showing proper respect, make him move his feet. Pushing on his shoulder or hip should do well on most occasions. If you need a little more power, you can poke him with the handle end of a crop. Just make sure you stand in the same place when you do this, and don’t shuffle your feet. A horse that doesn’t respect you will rub his head on you, nip to get your attention, or walk in front of you when you are trying to lead him. These are not behaviors he would show to a dominant leader of his herd. Horses are prey animals, meaning that in the wild they are hunted by others, and your horse considers you a predator. This means he will consider any outsider to be a threat, including you. Learn to approach the horses calmly so they regard you as someone walking through the herd rather than a potential...

TL;DR in English: Plan what you are going to say. Watch for an inviting body position. Approach the horse from the front side. Become the leader. Approach the horse calmly.
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The more realistic, natural-looking merkins are made from human hair hand-tied to skin-colored lace or netting. These can get quite expensive. If you are wearing a merkin as a gag, prank, or novelty, you might be interested in a fake-fur one instead. Some cosmetic salons may be able to apply a merkin for you. These merkins are made from fox fur, and are glued onto your skin. Some merkins come "oversized" so that you can cut them down to the right size and shape for your body. Most of the lace-backed merkins are already made to fit, but the novelty fur ones can be cut into all sorts of weird shapes. You can still wax your pubic hair, even if you plan on wearing the merkin for just one day. Waxing is recommended for those who wish to wear their merkins longer, because it lasts longer than a shave. Choose a full Brazilian wax, as opposed to a bikini wax or a “landing strip.” Use a shaving gel or cream suitable for sensitive skin and a clean, sharp razor to get the closest shave possible. Because shaving does not last very long, it is not recommended for those who wish to wear their merkins for longer than 2 days. Whether you shave or wax your pubic area, you will need to wait a few hours before you can apply the merkin. Both of these procedures place a fair amount of stress on your skin, leaving it sensitive and tender. You will need to give the area time to recover. Once the inflammation is gone, you can start applying the merkin.

TL;DR in English: Buy a merkin online or from well-stocked wig supply shop. Trim the merkin, if necessary, using a sharp pair of scissors. Wax your pubic hair if you plan on wearing a merkin for more than 2 days. Shave your pubic hair if waxing is too painful, and you plan on wearing the merkin for only 1 or 2 days. Wait several hours before attaching the merkin to give your skin time to heal.
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For safety reasons you want to first establish that your dog is fit for biking. Consult with your doctor as to whether the dog has any underlying conditions that could be exacerbated by such strenuous exercise. You also want to establish that your dog is of a breed for which this would be an appropriate exercise and that it is in sufficiently good shape. If not, start out with longer and more regular walks. Under no condition is this a safe activity for dogs under 25 lbs or under one year of age. The first step in establishing your dog's safety while biking is keeping yourself safe. You will need a helmet and something to ensure that you are noticeable to potential motorists, including bright cycling clothes and a reflective device to attach to your bike. You should keep some water for yourself and your dog. Some additional equipment will be required in case of emergency.  In case of emergency you should have a cellphone on you, as well as money, identification, a spare tube, and a tire pump. While it should be no surprise that you will want a bike, you also need to consider what type of bike you will need. This is an activity that it is best performed off-road, so it is important to have a bike appropriate for that. A hybrid bike will be best for riding along a path; for tough terrain you will probably want a mountain bike. Some people will try to bike by holding the leash in their hand while the dog runs alongside them. This is extremely unsafe. To bike safely, you need special equipment to ensure that your dog is not strangled by a leash around their neck, pulled under the wheel, or hit by an oncoming vehicle. Thankfully all of the necessary equipment is now mass-produced and readily available for those willing to invest the time and money to keeping their dog safe.  The first consideration should be safely attaching the dog to your bike. For this you will need a body harness, which, unlike a leash, will not apply pressure exclusively to your dog's neck. If possible, the harness should be padded, and not...

TL;DR in English: Visit a veterinarian. Equip yourself. Equip your dog.
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If you mumble or don’t articulate properly, your words will be unclear when you speak and people will have a hard time understanding you. The keys to clear articulation are forming the sound to make the word accurately, supporting the sound with your breath, and finishing the sound completely. Articulation and enunciation exercises include:  Tongue exercise: Fold your tongue back as though you were trying to touch the back of your throat. Stretch it as far back as you can, then stick it out of your mouth as far as possible. Repeat 10 times. Jaw exercise: using broad movements with your jaws and an exaggerated motion with your tongue and jaw, repeat each of the following syllables five times: bah, mah, wah, fah, pah, dah, jah, lah, kwah, sah, thah, see, so, soo, zee, zo, zoo Lip exercise: say the following tongue twister, focusing on articulating each word: “To sit in solemn silence in a dull dark dock; In a pestilential prison with a life long lock; Awaiting the sensation of a short sharp shock; From a cheap and chippy chopper on a big black block.” As you improve, say it faster and faster. The mask is the area of your face that includes the lips, the side of the nose, and the bridge of the nose, and this is the area from which your voice should come. To find this area, say mmm-hmm over and over. Place your hands on your lips and move the sound around until you feel your mask vibrating. To project from this area: Say mmm-hmm one, mmm-hmm two, mmm-hmm three, and take note of whether your mask is vibrating when you say the numbers. If not, work on moving the sound around until your mmm-hmms and your numbers are coming from your mask. To help project your voice better and produce a strong, powerful voice, try strength exercises. To do this, inhale deeply and slowly exhale as you make a hissing sound. Repeat this 10 times daily. You can also try saying “ney” 10 times, but the trick is to say it loudly without yelling, and to say it in different pitches as you work up and then down your vocal range.

TL;DR in English: Work on articulation and enunciation. Project from your mask. Do a vocal strength training workout.
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You can find many types of groin wraps online or at sporting goods stores. They are typically made of an elastic material and have Velcro closures to hold them snug. They’ll typically wrap around your leg, up over your hips, and then finish back over the leg.  You can also buy compression shorts that are specially-made to provide extra support to an injured groin. Both of these products are easier to apply yourself than are tape or elastic bandages, which are best applied by another person. A properly-done tape or bandage job may produce better results, however. No matter how you wrap it, you have to give a groin injury time to heal. Experts often promote what is known as the RICE method—Rest, Ice, Compress, and Elevate. Wrapping the injury fulfills the “compress” component. Get your doctor’s input on how often to wrap your groin, how tightly to wrap it, and what types of activities you can do while it is wrapped. You don’t want to risk further injury. You simply cannot rush the healing process of a groin injury. For a mild or moderate groin strain, expect to need at least 4-8 weeks to recover. During this time, you should rest the injured muscle as much as possible.  Work with your medical professional regarding your timetable for resuming different levels of activity during your recovery. Groin strains come in three grades. A grade 3 strain means the muscle is completely or nearly completely torn. The recovery time here will be greater than 8 weeks, and surgery may be necessary. Make sure that you stop your activity and begin resting the injured muscles as soon as possible. Especially in the days right after your injury, your strained groin may cause you a fair amount of pain. Under your doctor’s guidance, apply a wrapped ice pack to the area 3-4 times per day as needed, for about 20-30 minutes at a time. Never apply ice or an ice pack directly to your body. The extreme cold can damage your skin. When you go to bed or are resting flat on your back, stick a pillow or two under your pelvis to elevate your...

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Determine your art display layout. Choose a wall space that is proportional in size and orientation to the art you want to display. Display wall art at the appropriate level. Accentuate your wall art display with lighting.

In this process, you file your intention to have the law on the ballot. You then collect 1,000 signatures of registered state voters on the petition. Finally, you file the signatures along with the law. The attorney general reviews it all, writes the title of the measure, and it will be on the next state ballot. This is the first step if your state does not allow citizens to write ballot measures. These are the people in the capitol building in your state who are responsible for your specific area. They are the ones you need to make contact with if you are trying to change a state law. Look at their websites to see where they stand on the issues. Read articles from the newspaper (searchable easily online) to find out what kind of a lawmaker they have been and if you think they would be sympathetic to your idea. You will also want to know their political party and their record of voting -- these two items together can tell you a lot. You want to choose the one you think would be the better fit for your campaign -- approach him or her first. Email is probably going to be the best way to do this. Their email address is going to be on their website -- all state representatives would have this. Explain to them that you are a constituent interested in trying to change or pass a law. Send them an example of the text of the law you think you want to create. Ask to meet with them about the feasibility of this law. Even if you think one of your representatives would be a better choice, if your first choice doesn’t respond go to your second representative. This might mean a trip to your state capital. It also might be possible to meet with your representative while they are in-district -- representatives have offices in their home districts specifically to meet with constituents like you.  Dress professionally and lay out the reasons you want to change or create a new law. Come armed with arguments and facts. If he or she is unwilling to work with you, ask for suggestions about how you could proceed. He or she might...

TL;DR in English: File an initiative or referendum if your state allows it. Identify your state representative and senator if you can’t file a referendum. Do your research. Contact both of your representatives. Meet with your representative. Listen to your representative.
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The hip bridge also works to strengthen the muscles in your lower back and core that support your spine, putting you at less risk for lower back pain. Lay on your back for this exercise with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, as you did for pelvis tilts.  Lift your hips toward the ceiling, keeping your knees bent and engaging your core. Stop when your hips are even with your knees, such that you could draw a straight line (or a bridge) from your knees to your shoulders. Hold the position for 5 to 10 seconds, breathing deeply, then lower to the ground. Perform 10 repetitions of this exercise. For this exercise, also known as the Superman exercise, you want to lay face-down on the floor with your legs extended behind you and your arms extended straight overhead.  If you're already laying on your back, flip over onto your stomach. Reach your hands over your head and extend your legs behind you. Raise your legs a few inches and kick them, alternating sides. You also can lift your left leg and right arm together, then lower and lift your right leg and left arm. Complete 10 to 20 repetitions of this exercise. The pelvis tilt helps strengthen the muscles at the base of your abdomen as well as the muscles around your lower back. Become familiar with contracting this muscle to help strengthen it so you have fewer lower back problems.  Press the curve of your lower back into the floor and hold it for 5 to 10 seconds, breathing deeply, then release. Do 10 repetitions of this exercise. To do this exercise, lay on your back with your knees bent so that your feet are flat on the floor. Your legs should be about hip-width apart. The bird dog exercise can help stretch and strengthen your lower back, as well as improving your balance. Start the bird dog exercise by getting on all fours with your knees directly under your hips and your wrists directly under your shoulders.  Reach your left arm forward and your right leg backward, creating a straight line from your fingertips to your heel. Keep your back flat, hold for...

TL;DR in English: Make a hip bridge. Swim on the floor. Tilt your pelvis. Try the bird dog exercise. Add in some lunges. Engage your core with planks. Use a stability ball to increase difficulty.
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If it's raining, put the book in a plastic bag before taking it out of the library. If you don't have one, ask a librarian. Avoid stuffing paperback books in your pockets, where they could get bent or torn. Keep pens, pencils, highlighters, and markers in a separate compartment from your book if you put it in your book bag. Animals can chew your book. Small children can draw on it or tear the pages. If you share your home with animals and/or children, place your book on a tall shelf, dresser, or bookcase when you're not reading it. As soon as you bring it home, put your book neatly on a sturdy shelf or table. Don't leave it on a sofa, chair, or bed. Someone may accidentally sit on it and damage the cover or pages. Avoid places where your book could get wet, such as a sink edge or near a bathtub. Make sure your storage place isn't near heating vents or radiators. Heat can cause books to dry out and become brittle. Any flat piece of paper or paperboard can serve as a bookmark. Don't dog-ear pages to keep your place. Avoid using a pencil or other bulky object. It could bend the cover or pages out of shape. Don't tent the book open to hold your place. Avoid sticky notes, which can leave adhesive on the pages. If you're feeling crafty, try making your own bookmark from any number of materials. You don't want to leave your book at school, on the bus, or at a friend's house. Put it back in your bag when you're finished reading. Then, close your bag securely to prevent your book from falling out. If they lose it or destroy it, you'll have to pay for it. Many libraries will notify patrons when books are returned. If someone wants to borrow your book, tell them to ask the library about this service. You can also have them accompany you when you return the book so that they can check it out that day.

TL;DR in English: Protect your book while you're transporting it. Keep your book out of reach of pets and small children. Store your book in a safe place. Use a bookmark. Keep your book in your bag when you're reading on the go. Avoid lending your book to others.
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The boss wants you to do the work because you're good at it. Keep in mind during this entire process of negotiations and interactions with your boss, you’ve increased your skills in communication and problem solving at work. Even if it’s been a frustrating time for you, these skills will be useful in other jobs in the future. Understand that your boss is human and may be under pressure or have to answer to the whims of his superiors. He might make a promise with the intention of keeping it, but something might change in the company that affects his ability to do that. Refrain from judging your boss before you have all the facts. Try to understand the stressors he’s under before writing him off as a boss. Remember that you are in control. Only you can control your reaction to your boss and his/her unfulfilled promises. You can control if you want to stay in the job and what emotions rule you when you’re at work. You can take care of yourself and your attitude at work by:  Focusing on what makes you happy at work. Paying attention to who you enjoy working with. Doing more of what provides you with a sense of fulfillment. Avoiding taking work home with you. Even if your boss isn’t fulfilling promises or acting with integrity at work, strive hard to do that yourself. Step up and prove yourself worthwhile of your position. Focus on what you like about your company and what you want to do to contribute. At the very least, you’ll be building your skills and experience for your next position somewhere else. You can prove your value by trying to:  Make yourself stand out from your co-workers. Seek out training opportunities. Try to develop new talents and skills. Ask for help when you need it.

TL;DR in English: Stay optimistic. Have empathy. Take care of yourself. Prove your worth and value.
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Cats are certainly adept at communicating when they’re angry—hissing, growling, flattening their ears, and fur standing on end is hard to miss. However, general aggression is just one of many behaviors associated with a frightened cat. Other behaviors to look for include:  Hiding or running away Freezing in place Releasing anal glands, urine, or stool Not using the litter box Your cat may have a consistent set of triggers—such as sounds, people, etc.—that cause the fearful reaction. In many cases, you may be able to help the cat adjust by simply reducing the cat’s exposure to the trigger of the fear or aggression. Common examples include:  Loud sounds or quick, unexpected movements Strange or new environments Unfamiliar people or animals Active, unpredictable children Stressful events (moving and trips to the vet, especially) For many stimuli that trigger a fearful response in your cat, the answer is simply to give your cat some time and space alone. If the stressful occurrence caused your cat to hide in her carrier or another favorite hiding spot, then leave her be. She’ll get over it accordingly.  Note that while a sound might make her hide for a few minutes, something like moving to a new home might make her scarce for days. Make sure she has access to food, water, and her litter box to use nearby.  Trying to force your cat out of a hiding spot before she’s ready will only stress her out more and amplify the fearful response. Don’t take it personally as though she’s afraid of you. When helping an aggressive or fearful cat after a move, you may want to introduce her to the new home one room at a time. Start with a calm secluded room where you can put her carrier, toys, food/water, and litter box (on the other side of the room from the food/water). Cats respond to few things as well as food. If your cat has a fearful response to a friend or a new roommate who you’d really like the cat to bond with, then put that person on food and treat duty. Start by having the person fill the cat’s food dish and then...

TL;DR in English: Recognize signs of a fearful cat. Isolate the cat’s fear triggers. Give your cat space. Use food to motivate your cat. Provide a high perch.
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This applies when you plan on hanging multiple pieces of wall art together, as a group. The size, shape, type and number of objects in your display will determine how they should be arranged. Here are some suggestions:  Lay art pieces on the floor in order to get a visual of how they relate to each other in size, form, subject, theme and color. Depending on the desired effect, you may want to keep similar colors grouped together, or you may want to scatter colors in a random pattern. Pay special attention to how different sized pieces relate to each other; Large, predominant pieces should be balanced with smaller, minor pieces. Additionally, it makes sense to group pieces according to subject and theme. Rearrange the objects as necessary, until you feel that they are pleasing to the eye and that they make sense logically, according to their characteristics. Make sure there are equal amounts of space between each piece. For displaying art on the wall, a good rule of thumb is to space art pieces 3 inches (7.62 cm) to 4 inches (10.16 cm) apart. Whether your art display is a single piece, multiple pieces, a focal point or an accentuation of the room's other features, it is important that you hang it in a way that stays in line with the room's size and layout. For example, a very high and narrow wall in a bathroom may be a good place to hang a vertical arrangement of three framed pictures, but not a good place to hang an over-sized, panoramic painting. Hang art at eye level. If you are displaying art in a group, then the center-point of the group should be at eye level. To determine a relative eye level, measure between 60 inches (152.4 cm) and 66 inches (167.64 cm) up from the floor. To display artwork at eye level in a sitting area, as in a dining room, hang the pieces at the eye level of the sitter. If you are using artwork to frame an architectural element or a piece of furniture, you should hang wall art within 10 inches (25.4 cm) of the object. Use soft lighting sources, such as specially-designed wall art...

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Set goals for your newsletter. Decide how often to publish. Know your audience. Pick a distribution method.

It might be a product you've always wanted to make, or a service you feel people need. It might even be something people don't know they need yet, because it hasn't been invented!  It can be helpful to have people who are bright and creative join you for a casual brainstorming session. Start with a simple question like: "What shall we do?" The idea is not to create a business plan, just to generate potential ideas. Many of the ideas will be duds, and there will be quite a few ordinary ones, but a few may emerge that have real potential. Consider your talents, experience, and knowledge when selecting a concept. If you have a particular skill set or talent, consider how these resources can be applied to meeting some sort of market demand. Combining skill and knowledge with a market demand increases your odds of having a successful business idea. For example, you may have worked with electronics as an employee for many years. You may have noticed a demand in your community for a particular form of electrical work, and combining your experience with the market demand can allow you to attract customers. Do you want financial independence, eventually selling your business to the highest bidder? Do you want something small and sustainable, that you love doing and from which you want to derive a steady income? These are the things that are good to know very early on. You could even do this before you have an idea for the business, and if the name is good, you may find it helps you define your business idea. As your plan grows, and things begin to take shape, the perfect name may come to you, but don't let that hinder you in the early phases. Create a name that you can use while you plan and don't hesitate to change it later.  Always check to see if the name is being used by somebody else before selecting it. Try to create a name that is simple and memorable. Will you do this alone, or will you bring in one or two trusted friends to join you? This brings a lot of synergy to the table, as people bounce ideas off each...

TL;DR in English: Choose an idea. Define your goals. Create a working name. Define your team. Choose your partners wisely.
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You only need a few cups of water to do a proper steam. Boil the water on the stove or in the microwave. While the water is heating, wash your face to remove makeup and dirt. Use a gentle face cleanser and warm water. Removing makeup and dirt is a must before steaming, because steaming opens up your pores, and anything on your face will be able to get inside and cause irritation or pimples to occur.   If you have especially sensitive or dry skin, it might be prudent to reduce the chance of experiencing irritation by forgoing exfoliation and opting for a gentler technique. After washing your face, pat it dry with a towel. Pour it into a glass or ceramic bowl resting on a folded towel or two. Part of the facial experience is to add some beauty to your day, so if you have a pretty bowl on hand, use that one! If you're in a hurry, you can also just use the pot you boiled the water in. You don't have to add anything to your steam, but to make it truly special you can add some fresh or dried herbs or essential oils that will release beneficial aromas. An herbal teabag will also do the trick! Try the following herbs and oils to enhance your steam:  Use lemongrass or peppermint for an energizing steam. Use chamomile or lavender for a relaxing steam. Use peppermint or eucalyptus for a cold-conquering steam. Use sandalwood or bergamot for a stress-relieving steam. Drape a towel over your head so that it creates a sort of tent over your face, and hold your face over the water. Keep your face over the steam for about 10 minutes. Close your eyes and breathe deeply, allowing the heat to awaken your face and open your pores. Don't steam your face for too long, or get too close to the hot water. The heat can cause inflammation if exposure is too high. The next step is to use a mask to pull the impurities from your now-open pores. A clay mask works well if you have one on hand. Mix the clay with some water and smooth it over your face. Let it sit on your face for about 15 minutes before gently rinsing it off with lukewarm...

TL;DR in English: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Wash your face. Pour the water into a bowl. Add herbs or essential oils. Hold your face over the steaming water. Smooth a mask over your face. Use a toner to close your pores. Moisturize your face.
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Wrap the braid up and over the top of your head and then bring it down behind your other ear. Pin the braid behind your ear with a couple of bobby pins to secure it.If desired, you can create 2 braids (1 on each side) and cross them over each other once on top of your head.

TL;DR in English: Secure the braid over the top of your head like a headband.
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If you need to cry on command, thinking of a time when you felt sad can help put you in the right frame of mind for tears. For example, it may  help to think back to the loss of a loved one or a particularly bad breakup. Other emotional triggers might include losing something special to you, getting in trouble with your parents, or missing out on something you worked really hard to achieve. Many people have fears that deep down they are not as strong as they like to believe. Picturing yourself as small and weak might put you in a vulnerable mindset that can lead to real tears.  Once you tap into that feeling, let the helpless feeling flow out of you in the fear of tears. For example, a common exercise in acting classes is to imagine yourself as a small child whom no one cares for. Sometimes, thinking back on a bad experience from the past can lead to real emotions that are hard to overcome. If this is the case, try to imagine something sad that could happen hypothetically rather than thinking of something personal. For instance, you could try thinking of puppies being left on the side of the road. You want to save them all, but you can only take one. As you're holding the one puppy you got to save, you look at all of the other puppies that aren't being held. Try imagining things that make your eyes fill up with happy tears, like a time someone gave you a meaningful gift, veterans being reunited with their families, or someone triumphing in the face of adversity. As long as you’re not smiling, no one will be able to tell if you’re crying happy or sad tears.

TL;DR in English: Think about a time when you felt really emotional. Imagine yourself being weak or helpless. Create a sad scenario using your imagination. Cry happy tears if you don’t want to feel sad.
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Be realistic with yourself while planning to utilize your notebook. If you commit to writing in the notebook everyday, you can fill it up in no time. Think about a time of the day that would be best for writing. If you have a busy morning and afternoon, write each night before going to sleep.  Once you block a time during your day for writing, it is important to stick with it. You can better utilize your notebook if you stay committed to your goals.  It will feel good to complete something you set out to accomplish. An easy thing to write about is your day and what you accomplished or failed to accomplish. Writing about your day will also challenge your memory and improve it over time.  Give yourself a time buffer before reflecting about an event. Say you go to sleep at night, wake up in the morning, and then write about your day. Date each entry as you go for future reference. You might get into a dispute about when you first kissed your girlfriend. By dating an entry, you can easily pick out the exact date something occurred. Your imagination is a great way to utilize your notebook. If you find yourself bored and daydreaming, jot down the scene as best to your abilities. Writing down your fantasies is also a good way to explore your creative side.  You don’t need to write about dragons, unless you like imagining a world with dragons. If you have a dream about living in South America, explore those thoughts by writing about the details. You don’t need to write a structured short story. Focus on the specific details in your head. If you want to develop your entry into a story, you have a series of details to use. Writing oftentimes can relieve a problem you’re facing in life. Look at the history of poets and writers, who have explored great pain and pleasure in a beautiful arrangement of words. They’re using writing as a form of self therapy by being introspective and in touch with their emotions.  You can write about a family member’s passing, a break-up, or even unrequited love. Expose your feelings and...

TL;DR in English: Commit to a daily routine. Write about your day. Write about your fantasies. Explore an issue that’s bothering you. Write a letter. Use your notebook as a friendship journal. Use your notebook as a dream journal.
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Before you get too far in planning your newsletter, it can be a good idea to consider the goals you have in mind for it.  Thinking about the goals that you want  your newsletter to achieve can help you build a successful newsletter.  Consider some of these aspects of a newsletter and decide what you want your own newsletter to achieve:  Should your newsletter focus on events or policies? Are you going to create and publish the newsletter on your own? Do you plan on building a team to publish the newsletter? How big do you want your newsletter to be? How many people do you want to reach with your newsletter? What should the newsletter be called? You will need to decide how often you want to publish your newsletter before you begin creating it.  Having a publication schedule can help you determine how often you'll need to work on the newsletter and when new issues are due.  Decide on a publication schedule before planning the rest of your paper to help make it successful.  If your school is either very large or very active, you may want to publish more often or publish larger papers, less frequently. If you are unsure of how often to publish, you may try publishing monthly to begin with. You probably won't need to publish any editions over the summer months if your school isn't active during them. When planning and creating a school newsletter, it can be helpful to keep your audience in mind.  The goal of your newsletter will be to inform and engage your audience.  Knowing your audience will allow you to write articles and content that is tailored just for them.  You'll likely want to include some sections or content for the students in the community. Your main readers are likely to be the parents and adults in the community. Your newsletter should also keep staff informed, describing current events at the school. You might also want to include content that supports your local community. Once you have an idea of what your newsletter will include, it's time to think of how you will deliver it to readers.  Having...

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