Fill a steamer pot halfway with water and bring it to a boil. Place 1 cup (135 g) of edamame in your steamer rack. Put the steamer rack in the pot and cover it for 5 minutes. Plunge the bean pods into ice water to stop the cooking process.

Water warts appear as pink colored, dome-shaped lumps, which can appear anywhere on the body. The warts tend to grow in clusters, leading to pear or dome shaped clumps.  The most characteristic feature of water warts is that they have a visible hole or point right in the center. The medical term for this is "central umbilication". Water warts should not feel painful, but the virus may trigger an immune response, causing the wart and the surrounding skin to feel itchy. The water wart virus is contagious, meaning it can easily be transmitted from one person to another.  The water wart virus can be transmitted through fomites (inanimate objects capable of carrying infectious organisms) such as towels, bedsheets, doorknobs, clothing, etc. The virus may also be transmitted through sexual contact. The water wart virus can also spread from one part of your body through the other, via auto-inocculation. This happens when you scratch or touch an existing wart, and then touch other parts of your body, causing multiple lesions. This common viral disease has a higher incidence in:   Children: Children are particularly susceptible to auto-inoculation, and may have widespread clusters of lesions. The water wart virus spreads most easily through direct skin-to-skin contact, but kids can get it by touching objects that have the virus on them, such as toys, clothing, towels, and bedding. It can also spread in water, so kids often get water warts from swimming in a public pool.   Sexually active adults. Water wart infections are often transmitted through sexual intercourse and affect the genitals, buttocks, lower abdomen and inner thighs. In rare cases, infections are also found on the lips, mouth and eyelids.  People with immune deficiencies: People whose immune systems have been weakened by HIV, cancer treatment, or long-term steroid use are more vulnerable to infection by the water wart virus. Since water warts are contagious and can spread to other body parts, an infected person should follow a number of precautions to...

TL;DR in English: Recognize what water warts look and feel like. Understand how water warts are transmitted. Be aware if you are at risk of developing water warts. Take steps to prevent the spread of water warts.
###
This will open your options on a drop-down menu. Alternatively, you can click the three-dot icon next to a song or album. It will open the same menu. A list of all your playlists will pop up. This will add the selected song or album to your collaborative playlist. Other users will be able to view, play, or remove these songs on the collaborative playlist.

TL;DR in English: Right-click on the song or album you want to add. Hover over Add to Playlist on the menu. Select your collaborative playlist on the list.
###
Using your sense of humor is a wonderful way to flirt around. It's good to be able to talk about serious things – but don't let your relationship itself become too starchy and serious! Relax and have fun every once in a while. Don't be afraid to get goofy and let your true self shine! Put away your phone, your computer, and your other devices when she's around. If you are always fixated on other things when you're hanging out with your girlfriend, she might feel as though you don't value her time. Listen to her, and make it clear that she has your full attention. This is one of the simplest ways to make your girlfriend—or anyone, really—feel wanted and appreciated.   Keep perspective. Your phone isn't going to go anywhere. You can call that person back. Indeed, it can be a great, simple romantic gesture if you make a show of seeing your phone buzz, then decisively turning it off and putting it away. If you absolutely need to take a call or send a text, just explain yourself and get it over with. Say, "I'm sorry to be rude and text while we're at dinner! I just want to send this quick text to my brother so that I can give you my full attention." Set some plans in advance, but remember to be spontaneous! Create new experiences together, and make her feel as though her life is an adventure. This can be as simple as a trip to the movies, or as involved as a spur-of-the-moment trip to Hawaii. It can be easy to fall into a routine when you're always going to the same places and doing the same things together. She's your girlfriend, now, but that doesn't mean that you should stop dating her!  Take her on a trip for the day or the weekend. Go camping, or to the beach, or to a new city. Shake the patterns of the everyday, and see how it spices up your love life! Find something that neither of you have ever done before. Explore the world together. Choose experiences that enrich and excite you both. Not every girl likes surprises. If she does, however, a mystery date or an unexpected visit to her workplace can be a...

TL;DR in English: Make her laugh. Be present. Take her out. Surprise her.
###
Alkalinity buffers the pH and can prevent large increases or decreases in the acidity and basicity of the water. Test and adjust the alkalinity before adjusting the pH. If the alkalinity is too low, mix baking soda with water and pour the mixture into the pool to increase it. If the alkalinity is too high, adjust it along with the pH using muriatic acid. The term pH refers to how acidic or basic your pool water is. Typically, the tap water you use to fill your pool has a neutral pH of 7, but additives or contaminants can change the pH. A pH of 7.2-7.8 is the ideal range for pool water, so if your reading is above or below these levels, it's important to adjust it. Having the right pH ensures the water won't irritate your skin or eyes and will also keep the water clear.  If swimmers are having a problem with “burning eyes,” the pH is probably to blame, not the chlorine. Pool owners with zero CYA will notice that the chlorine is more effective at a low pH (around 7.2) while owners who have CYA in their water will see similar kill times even at a high pH. using muriatic acid. Find muriatic acid (AKA hydrochloric acid) at a pool supply store. Read the packaging to determine how much to add to your pool to lower the pH to an acceptable level. Pour the muriatic acid directly into the deep end of the pool while the pool pump is on and the water is circulating. Retest the water after about 6 hours of continuous filtration and readjust the pH as needed. This will prevent “bouncing,” which occurs when the pH levels switch between being high and low. with soda ash. Soda ash (AKA sodium carbonate) can easily raise the pH and total alkalinity of your pool water. In general, plan to use 6 ounces (170 g) of soda ash per 10,000 gallons (38,000 L) to raise the pH by 0.2. Pour the soda ash into a clean bucket then fill the bucket with water and mix the soda ash into it. Then, spread the mixture around the perimeter of the pool. Ensure the pump is on so the soda ash dissolves and gets evenly distributed.

TL;DR in English: Ensure the alkalinity is between 80 and 120 ppm. Maintain a pH level between 7.2 and 7.8. Lower the pool’s pH levels Increase the pH
###
Though you don't want to be too paranoid about having a perfect situation inside your mouth before you kiss or you'll miss out on the romance of spontaneous kissing, you should be mindful before you make a move. Though you shouldn't fast right before you kiss, you should be aware of which foods are braces-friendly and which should be avoided at all costs. Any foods that melt in your mouth and that are easy to chew and swallow are okay, as a rule; any foods that are crunchy take forever to chew, or just stick around, like mango, should be avoided. If you're at the movies and know you'll be kissing, go for the melt-in-your-mouth chocolate instead of the popcorn, which can easily get caught in your teeth -- and therefore, your braces. If you're on this page because your kissing partner has recently been given the gift of braces, then you should be extremely sensitive to his or her situation. Don't make any "brace face" or "metal mouth" jokes unless you want an embargo on kissing all together. Your partner is likely very sensitive and feels self conscious enough as it is; it's your job to make him or her feel better, not worse. If you both have braces, then great! You can laugh about it together. If you've been kissing with braces for a while but it's just not working, or there are just too many rough edges in the metal to make room for romance, then you may have to take some additional measures. You can consider covering the rough spots with dental wax or silicone, or even smooth them out at the dentist if they're really rough, but only try this if it makes you comfortable.

TL;DR in English: Avoid eating cumbersome foods right before you kiss. Do not make fun of a person with braces. Consider taking additional steps to keep things sexy.
###
Pour 4 cups (950 ml) of water into the bottom section of the steamer pot. Turn the heat on your stove onto high and let the water come to a boil. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat down to medium. Steamer pots are available at your local kitchen goods store. You can use edamame that’s either fresh or frozen. The steamer rack is a small bowl that sits inside the steamer pot. Rinse the edamame under cold water to quickly clean them. Shake the excess water out of the rack. Rest the lip of the steamer rack on the edge of the pot. Immediately cover the pot to keep the steam inside. Let the edamame cook for at least 5 minutes or until the bean pods are tender. If the bean pods are not fully cooked after 5 minutes, keep them in the steamer pot for an additional 2 minutes before checking them again. Hold the steamer rack with oven mitts and dip the entire rack into a bowl filled with ice water. Take the rack out of the bowl immediately so the beans don’t get too cold. Sprinkle salt on the bean pods to flavor them. Edamame can be served hot or cold.

TL;DR in English:


Evaluate whether the tree is healthy enough to move. Wait until the tree's dormant season to replant it. Remove the tree Wrap the tree's root ball in burlap. Keep the root ball intact while you move the tree. Replant the tree immediately after removing it.

When you first get a pet rat, give him at least a week to get used to his new surroundings (and to you). Your rat needs to feel comfortable and safe before he will respond to training; rushing into this will not produce the results you're hoping for.  Sit near your rat's cage for 5 minutes at a time, several times a day and talk softly to him. This will help him get used to your presence and voice. Once he knows you are not a threat, he will be more receptive to training. Avoid making loud sounds or sudden movements near your rat while he's adjusting to his new home. Place a hand inside his cage while holding treat and let him come to you to get it. After doing this enough times, your rat will learn that he can trust you and will also associate you with positive feelings (from treats and affection). He will also become used to coming into contact with you, which is a prerequisite for shoulder training.  Use a soft voice and handle/pet him gently when he approaches you. It could take him a while to approach you at first (several minutes), but be patient. Don't give up on this because you think it's taking too long. This could teach your rat that if he waits long enough you will go away. Once your rat is comfortable with this, hold the treat just outside his cage to get him to come out and get it. Ideally, you will have him take a treat from your hand every time you approach his cage for at least the first several days after beginning this process. This reinforces the association between your presence and treats and will quickly make him want to be around you.  Healthy treats that rats usually love include banana chips, plain Cheerios, sunflower seeds, plain yogurt, and peas. Be careful not to overdo it with the treats; over-feeding can lead to your rat becoming overweight, which is not good for his health. Clicker training is an effective way of teaching animals (including rats) to associate the sound from the clicker with a reward. The easily identifiable click signals to your rat that a treat is soon to come...

TL;DR in English: Let your rat get used to his new home. Let your rat approach you. Hand feed your rat often. Use a clicker device. Teach your rat his name.
###
Sometimes, it’s impossible to know why you don’t like a person. However, sometimes, there are specific reasons for why you and another person don't get along. Figure out what your problems are with his friend or group of friends. If you don’t drink and they drink copious amounts, then it may be that your lifestyles don’t match. Or, maybe one of them behaves quite rudely towards you. These don’t have to be massive character faults. Perhaps you simply don’t share similar interests. This is fine. Knowing this will help you figure out how to improve this situation. Communicate to your boyfriend that it’s hard to deal with some of his friends. Sit with him and have a conversation about what you feel your problems are. By doing this, you are showing that you do want his friends to be part of your life. Be honest. Your boyfriend will value this because it shows that you are willing to be up front about how you feel. You might start the discussion with a phrase like, “I don’t seem to be fitting in with your friends.” Or, perhaps, you can say “I want to know more about your friends.” Using gentle language like this will make it easy to start conversing. You may think that you are getting bad signals from your boyfriend’s friends. Yet, if you think about this from their side, you might possibly find that they are not reacting badly towards you out of malice. For example, they may just be protective of their friend. They don’t necessarily dislike you, but they feel they need to put up a strong front in order to keep you from hurting their friend. If you explain to them that you aren’t, then you might find they will be more receptive to you, and less likely to irritate you on purpose. This is hard but doable. By thinking about their perspectives, you will be able to find a way to communicate with them. It’s natural to want to be with your partner when you first meet. It is also completely natural to become envious of anyone who also has claims on his time. However, you should not lash out at him or his friends because...

TL;DR in English: Figure out what bothers you about his friends. Tell your boyfriend how you feel. Empathize with his friends. Don't be jealous of his friends. Deal with friends who do things you disapprove of.
###
If your shoes are particularly dirty, you may want to start by taking them outside and slapping them together to knock loose any large bits of dirt or mud. If you leave too much mud on the shoe, it will take a lot longer to get them clean.  Make sure to slap the shoes together outdoors so you don’t make a mess inside your house. You may even want to use a butter knife or key to scrape set mud out of grooves in the shoe. Before you begin scrubbing away at the rubber parts of your shoes, start by brushing or even scraping off any loose dirt that’s stuck to it. The more you remove with a dry brush, the less mess you’ll have to deal with once you create your cleaning solution.  Don’t worry about scrubbing too much, if the dirt doesn’t come free quickly, it will once you begin using the cleaning solution. Use a dry brush like a toothbrush, but avoid steel bristle brushes that may damage the rubber soles of your shoes. Depending on how much you need to clean, you likely won’t need much baking soda or laundry detergent. Begin by mixing a tablespoon of each in a small bowl thoroughly. You can always add more of each ingredient if you find you haven’t made enough.  The baking soda will act as an abrasive to help the soap remove dirt and grime. Avoid using laundry detergents with bleaching agents. Use your brush to apply the combination of baking soda and laundry detergent to the rubber portion of your shoes, then scrub it in. Using a circular motion with the brush is often the most effective way to remove dirt and grime.  You may want to avoid using this cleaning combination on the fabric of your shoes, as the baking soda may be difficult to thoroughly rinse off. You can make a separate mixture of just detergent and water to clean cloth portions of your shoes. Once you’ve adequately scrubbed the cleaning combination into the rubber soles of your shoes, take another clean cloth or sponge and soak it in clean water. Run it along the rubber, rinsing it with each pass until all of the mixture has been rinsed away.. ...

TL;DR in English: Remove any caked-on dirt. Use a dry brush to remove loose dirt. Mix one part baking soda and one part laundry detergent. Scrub the rubber with your cleaning solution. Use a different sponge or cloth to thoroughly rinse the rubber. Dry the shoe completely.
###
Search online for "marriage records" and the name of the country your friend last lived in, or her state if she lived in the US. These records are often only available in person, but your state or county website should direct you to the office where you can check these in person. If you do find a marriage record, but no accompanying contact information, you still have the name of a new person to search for (the spouse), as well as a potential change of name to take into account. In the United States, if your friend donated more than $200 to a political campaign within 10 days of an election, her name is recorded on the Federal Election Committee website, often with an address as well. Again, you'll need to search for "court records" along with the name of the country or state your friend lived in, as there is no single database where you can look these up. In many cases, you'll need to file a request with a specific court to get more information, so this method can take a fair amount of time. Do not be fooled by scam sites that charge you money to search government databases. To search this database for free, inquire of your local Electoral Registration Office, or ask your local library staff whether the service is available. You can also pay a few pounds to a private company to perform this search for you.

TL;DR in English: Search marriage records. Check US political contributions. Search court records. Use the UK electoral register.
###
After you determine your priorities and evaluate your relationship, you should reflect on your feelings. Think about how the relationship as a whole makes you feel. Pay attention to your gut. If you feel that the guy you're dating isn't right for you, consider ending the relationship. When you are trying to decide if your relationship is a good fit, it is important to reflect on both the negative and positive aspects of the relationship. Take a piece of paper and make two columns – one for positive things and one for negative things. After filling in each column, reflect on the relationship as a whole.  Positive aspects might include effective communication, mutual respect, and bringing out the best in you. Negative issues might include emotional or physical abuse, not respecting your opinions, and not sharing common values or goals. Set aside some time to talk about your relationship. If you decide he isn't right for you, use this time to explain to him that you don't want to continue the relationship. If you think he is right for you but the relationship could use some improvement, utilize this time to talk to him about what is or isn't working for you in the relationship.  Try saying, “John, I am really happy we are together, but feel there are some things we need to work on. Can we talk about how we communicate with one another?” You can say, “Evan, I don't feel you treat me with respect and we do not share common values. I think it would be best if we go our separate ways.”

TL;DR in English: Reflect on your feelings. Make a list of positives and negatives. Talk to him.
###
If your tree is unhealthy, it's more likely to die from shock while being replanted. If your tree is dehydrated or diseased, try to treat its ailment as much as possible before moving it.  Trees older than 3 years are more likely to suffer damage while being transplanted.  Amateur gardeners should not attempt to transplant trees with a trunk diameter larger than 2 inches (5.1 cm). Large trees should be replanted by a landscape contractor or nursery professional. The best time to replant a tree is in late fall or winter, when the tree is dormant and less likely to experience trauma. If your tree is healthy and does not immediately need replanting, keep it in its original location until its dormant season. from the ground. Using a shovel, remove the topsoil surrounding the roots nearest to the tree's base. These roots will form the tree's root ball, and you will transplant it with the tree trunk. Dig underneath the root ball and pull the tree up and out of the ground.  Dig up 10–12 inches (25–30 cm) of root ball for every 1 inch (2.5 cm) of the tree's trunk diameter. Water the soil 24 hours before you remove the tree to make digging it out easier. Using a small shovel, dig away all soil clumps from the root ball. Wrap the entire ball in untreated natural burlap, and stitch it tightly around the tree with an upholstery needle and untreated natural twine. As you transport the tree to its new location, grab it by the base of the trunk. Grip it above the root ball to prevent breaking the roots. If the tree is too heavy for you to carry, put it in a cart or wheelbarrow. If possible, replant the tree the same day that you removed it from the ground. Your tree is less likely to sustain shock and reject its new climate if you put it back into the soil immediately. Don't wait any longer than several days to a week to replant your tree.

TL;DR in English:

{{source}}

TL;DR in English: ||| {{target}}


Look for possible reasons why you think your life sucks. Keep a journal. Ask yourself the following questions to help analyze yourself. Consider possible biological causes.

Login Alerts send you an alert when someone logs into your account from a new device or browser. You can choose to get login alerts via Facebook notifications, email, or text messages. To activate these alerts, click on “Edit” to the right of “Login Alerts,” choose where you want the alerts sent (you’ll need your mobile phone number for text alerts), and click on “Save Changes.”  It's a good idea to get alerts through every method that you can. If you get a login alert, and you weren't the one that logged in, then that means that your account was hacked. You should immediately log into your account and change your password to stop the hacker from doing any damage. . Two-factor authentication gives your account an extra level of security by requesting a security code when you log in from an unknown browser. To set up two-factor authentication, click on the word “Edit” to the right of “two-factor authentication,” then click on “Get Started” to begin the setup wizard.  The most common way to access login codes is through your phone — either by text message or the Facebook app. If you anticipate that you might need login codes when you do not have your phone nearby, you can get 10 codes ahead of time (which you can print or write down) from Facebook. To do this, open the “two-factor authentication” section, click on “Get codes,” enter your Facebook password, and click “Submit.” Your “Trusted Contacts” are friends that Facebook enables to securely help you if you ever have trouble accessing your account. To add Trusted Contacts, click on “Edit” to the right of “Trusted Contacts,” then click on the words “Choose trusted contacts” (in blue). This will open a new window. Click on the “Choose Trusted Contacts” button to continue, enter your Facebook friends’ names into the text box, and hit “Confirm.”  Make sure that you only chose people that you trust as trusted contacts. If you have a falling out with one of your trusted contacts, then make sure to remove them as soon as possible, since they might try to hack your...

TL;DR in English: Set up Login Alerts. Activate Two-Factor Authentication Choose Trusted Contacts. See Where You’re Logged In. Check the list of recent emails from Facebook. Encrypt your notification emails (advanced users).
###
If you're making eggnog, custard, pudding, or ice cream, almost all recipes will start with scalded milk, or milk brought just to a boil. Whip your eggs in a heat-resistant bowl and go about the process of heating the milk over the stove according to the recipe you're using. For some recipes, you'll need to measure out the sugar into the eggs before you temper the eggs. If this is the case, measure it out and add it to the eggs. Whisk them together vigorously while the milk heats. Remove the milk from the heat after it's scalded and add a very small amount of milk to the heat-resistant bowl with the eggs and sugar in it. Use your ladle and spoon out about a tablespoon into your whipped eggs, whisking vigorously while you add. Make sure the eggs haven't curdled before adding more. If it helps, count to ten in between additions of milk, just to be sure you're not rushing it. That's slow enough that you'll probably be safe from curdling. Keep spooning the milk into the eggs, a little at a time, until you've transferred all the milk over to the egg bowl. Depending on what you're doing with the recipe, you might add this mixture to dry ingredients or chill it down for ice cream. Either way, you've tempered the eggs and you're ready to move forward with the recipe.

TL;DR in English: Heat milk just to boiling on the stove. Mix the appropriate amount of sugar into the eggs. Start with a few tablespoons of milk. Continue adding until all of the milk has been added.
###
The app has a blue icon with a white “F.” If it's installed, you'll find it on your home screen (iOS) or in the app drawer (Android). If you don't have the app, open a web browser (like Safari or Chrome) and navigate to https://www.facebook.com. Sign in with your username and password when prompted. You can do this by tapping Friends on your own profile, or by typing a friend's name into the Search box at the top of the screen. It's just beneath their profile photo.  A checkmark will appear next to “Restricted.” Now that your friend is on the Restricted list, they can only see posts you've marked as Public, and those in which they are tagged.  Adding your friend to a list will not send them a notification. To remove your friend from the Restricted list, return to Edit Friends Lists and tap Restricted.

TL;DR in English: Open the Facebook app. Go to your friend's profile. Tap Friends. Tap Edit Friend Lists. Select Restricted.
###
If you are experiencing two or more of these symptoms, you may be experiencing heart failure. You should make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible to get checked out. You should never rely on your own diagnosis, but go get checked out by a doctor immediately.  The symptoms of heart failure are not very specific and may be symptoms of other conditions. Heart failure causes your heart to get worse if left untreated. This is why it’s important to be seen by a doctor as soon as possible. If you experience any chest pain, fainting, weakness that impairs your functioning, severe shortness of breath, or pink, foamy mucus when you cough, you should contact emergency services. The first step in diagnosing heart failure is for your doctor to give you a physical exam. During this exam, the doctor will take your blood pressure and weigh you. They will check over your body, looking for signs of swelling in your legs and feet and around the abdomen. Your doctor will also use a stethoscope to listen to your heart, checking for anything that sounds abnormal. They will also check the sound of the lungs for any fluid. When you go to your appointment, your doctor will need certain information from you. You need to give them a list of your symptoms, including those that you may not believe are related to your heart failure. Be as detailed as possible.  You will need to tell your doctor about any personal or family medical history that is pertinent. You should share any personal or family history of heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, stroke, or even diabetes. You may need to tell your doctor about recent life changes or major stresses. Tell your doctor about all your medications, including vitamins and supplements you take. Your doctor may want to know about your dietary or exercise habits. Your doctor will ask you if you smoke, if you used to smoke, and about your alcohol consumption. If you think you are experiencing heart failure, you should ask your doctor questions about your symptoms,...

TL;DR in English: Go see your doctor. Get a physical exam. Share important information about yourself. Ask your doctor questions.
###
of the submerged portion of the object. The force of buoyancy that acts on an object is directly proportional to the volume of the object that is submerged. In other words, the more of a solid object that is submerged, the greater the force of buoyancy that acts on it. This means that even objects that sink in liquid have a buoyancy force pushing upwards on them. To begin to calculate the buoyancy force acting on an object, your first step should generally be to determine the volume of the object that is submerged in fluid. For the buoyancy force equation, this value should be in meters3.  For objects that are completely submerged in fluid, the submerged volume will be equal to the volume of the object itself. For objects that are floating on the surface of a fluid, only the volume under the surface of the fluid is considered. As an example, let's say that we want to find the buoyancy force acting on a rubber ball floating in water. If the ball is a perfect sphere with a diameter of 1 meter (3.3 ft) and it's floating exactly halfway submerged in the water, we can find the volume of the submerged portion by finding the volume of the entire ball and dividing it in half. Since the volume of a sphere is (4/3)π(radius)3 , we know our ball's volume is (4/3)π(0.5)3 = 0.524 meters3. 0.524/2 = 0.262 meters3 submerged. of your fluid. The next step in the process of finding the buoyancy force is to define the density (in kilograms/meter3) of the liquid that the object is submerged in. Density is a measure of an object or substance's weight relative to its volume. Given two objects of equal volume, the object with the higher density will weigh more. As a rule, the higher the density of the fluid an object is submerged in, the greater the force of buoyancy. With fluids, it's generally easiest to determine density simply by looking it up in reference materials.  In our example, our ball is floating in water. By consulting an academic source, we can find that water has a density of about 1,000 kilograms/meter3. The...

TL;DR in English: Find the volume Find the density Find the force of gravity (or another downward force). Multiply volume × density × gravity. Find whether your object floats by comparing with its gravity force. Use the same approach when your fluid is a gas.
###
There are a variety of reasons why you may feel like your life sucks. If you experience a lot of daily stress, you may feel anxious or depressed. You may even have physical symptoms such as headaches or insomnia. Common sources of stress include:  Major life changes. If you're going through a period of upheaval, such as getting out of a relationship (or getting into one), changing your job, moving to a new place, etc., you're probably experiencing stress. New situations and life changes aren't very easy to adjust to, but you will make it if you keep the faith and have a positive, hopeful attitude. Family. If your family life is in disarray, you may feel upset, sad, or anxious. Perhaps you have a dysfunctional family, suicidal parents or have to take care of an elderly or sick family member. Work/School. Work or school obligations are a huge source of stress for most people. If you feel unappreciated at work or school, or stuck at a dead-end job, you may feel like your life sucks. Social life. If you're feeling isolated or disconnected, you may feel like your life sucks. Or, if you feel anxious about meeting new people or hanging out in social situations, you may experience stress if you have to do these things. One way to figure out a possible cause for your feelings is to identify when you feel them. Keeping a journal will also allow you to identify what elements of your situation you have control over, which will help you stay positive. In general, you should remember that you cannot control anything other than your own actions and responses.  For example, you might notice that you feel most upset and sad when you're at work. You may feel unacknowledged and unappreciated. You may feel overworked. This situation sucks. Ask yourself what elements you have control over. You can't control whether others appreciate or acknowledge your contributions. However, you might be able to be more assertive about owning your accomplishments. You can control whether you say "yes" to every project that crosses your desk. You...

TL;DR in English:


Recognize unusual startle reflex, anxiety, and low mood as signs of PTSD. Choose an experienced  therapist. Challenge negative or faulty thinking in therapy. Try gradual exposure. Consider taking medications.

Create an account with a missing persons database, such as NAMUS. NAMUS, also known as the National Missing and Unidentified Persons System, is a United States government funded website that allows law enforcement professionals and the general public to add and track missing person cases. Include basic details as well as photos and more specific information about the missing person. Provide as much information as possible that might help strangers identify the person you are looking for. Consider how they might look now as opposed to when they went missing. NAMUS allows account holders to make and print missing persons posters.  After you have created and printed some posters with information on your missing loved one, post and distribute these posters locally as well as in the areas where the person was last seen. Persistence is very important to finding lost or missing persons, so check your account daily and get involved in the website’s forums to connect with others who are going through the same thing as you are.

TL;DR in English: Register with a missing persons website. Add a missing person case. Create missing person posters. Check back often.
###
It is a myth that drinking water during a meal will harm your digestion. Instead, adding a beverage to your meal can actually help digestion. Cut out caffeinated beverages from your diet if you are having digestive issues such as stomach pain or heartburn. These can dehydrate you and cause excessive stomach acids to be produced. Digestion can be aided by chewing your food thoroughly. Chewing your food thoroughly allows your digestive system to do a better job at digestion because the food has already been broken down into small pieces and the food is covered in saliva, which contains enzymes that break down food. Remember that the digestive process begins as soon as the food enters your mouth. Eating smaller meals allows your digestive system to work more efficiently. Instead of overloading the system with a huge meal, multiple small meals allows the food to be properly digested, in addition to helping to maintain your blood sugar and maintain your metabolism. On that same note, avoid overeating. Eating too much food overwhelms your digestive system, requires excessive digestive acid, and doesn't allow you to digest food efficiently. Don't do a lot of activity right after eating. Allow your body to focus on digestion instead of physical activity. This will allow your body to use all the blood it needs for digestion instead of using it elsewhere in the body. Eating right before extreme physical activity, such as working out, can cause nausea, acid reflux, and vomiting. Instead, wait until after you exercise to eat a big meal.

TL;DR in English: Drink liquids during meals. Chew your food. Eat small, frequent meals. Give yourself time to digest.
###
Dip the brush into the bleach and scoop out some product. Then, starting from the bottom, paint the bleach onto your hair using upward strokes. Apply the bleach in a thick layer, ensuring that all strands are equally covered as you go. Work the bleach about halfway up your hair, stopping at the point where you’d like the bleach to ombré into your natural color.  Try to keep your bleach application as smooth and consistent as possible. This will lead to a smoother and more consistent ombré. Feel free to bleach a larger section of hair if you’d like your ombré to be less gradual. Make your ombre appear more like a gradient by applying thin streaks of bleach product to the upper half of your hair. Work in upward strokes, arranging these streaks randomly above the lower section of bleach. Try to use smaller amounts amount bleach for these random sections to vary up the ombré effect in your finished look. Try to avoid getting excess bleach mixture on your scalp, as this can irritate the skin. Read the label on your bleaching kit to see how long the hair bleach needs to stay on your hair. Depending on your hair color, you might need to wait around 30 minutes for your hair to lighten to the desired shade.  Don’t keep the bleach on for longer than the specified time. Someone with brown hair will probably need to keep the bleach product in for longer than an individual with blonde hair would. Set the faucet to a warm temperature and wash out the bleach beneath the running water. Keep your gloves on as you rinse your locks, using your fingers to get rid of any extra bleach clumps. Continue rinsing until your hair is completely bleach-free. When wet, your bleached hair will look significantly darker than its true shade. Pour a small amount of conditioner for bleached hair onto your hands and knead it into your scalp. Focus on the lower sections of hair, which were just exposed to bleach. Work the product into your hair until it reaches a foamy lather, then rinse it out. Read the label on the conditioner to see if the...

TL;DR in English: Use a brush to apply the bleach from the bottom up. Add highlighting streaks of bleach above your ombré line. Let the bleach sit for 30 minutes or less. Rinse off the bleach in the sink or bathtub. Massage a coin-sized amount of conditioner into your treated hair.
###
If you get anxious or frustrated when dealing with math and numbers you may have math phobia or anxiety. There are four common symptoms that can help you recognize if this is the case for you: panic, paranoia, passive behavior and lack of confidence. Ask yourself some of the following questions to see if you might have math phobia:  Panic: Do you feel a wave of helplessness or terror associated with math class, tests, quizzes, and homework? Paranoia: Are you concerned that you are the only person in the world who can't do the math problems and that everyone else is smarter than you? Passive behavior: Have you given up on trying to learn and understand math entirely because you feel that you are just not smart enough? Lack of confidence: Do you second guess all of your answers and rely on others to help you through the material? As with most phobias and addictions, the first step to treatment is admitting the problem. Having math phobia in itself does not make you a bad person, but not dealing with it will affect your life negatively. This is especially important if you have a child who is struggling with math. Your own anxiety can increase theirs. Everyone has different abilities and learns at a different pace. Make sure that you are placed in the proper level of mathematics before you begin. Being placed in a course that is more advanced than you are can be extremely frustrating as you struggle to keep up with the material.   Talk to your advisors and discuss what level of math they think is appropriate for your skill level. Take a math placement test to help you gauge your level of knowledge. At the high school level or below, this may not be an option, but at the college level you can choose your professor and math section. There are many online sites where previous students have rated a professor that will allow you to get an idea of their teaching style.   Ask other students who have been in that professor's class about how they liked it. Schedule a meeting with the professor and ask them specifically...

TL;DR in English: Recognize the symptoms of math phobia. Acknowledge your math anxiety. Sign-up for the proper level of math course. Choose a professor who fits your learning style. Ask questions when you don't understand. Work the easiest problems first. Give yourself plenty of time to study for a test. Make a test plan to lower your anxiety. Ask for extended time. Revise your study habits.
###
Before adding anything to alter the soil pH, always make sure to test your soil to see how far it is from your goal pH. You can purchase a test at your local home/garden center or take a sample to your county extension office for professional testing. The pH of your garden soil is easy to determine with a commercial pH testing kit. These are usually sold at hardware stores or garden supply stores and are fairly inexpensive. To begin, you'll want to take a sample from the area you want to test. Dig five small holes (about six to eight inches deep). Select random locations within the plot — this way, you'll get a sense of the "average" pH of your soil. Don't keep any of the dirt from creating the holes. Note that the instructions in this section are generalized — you should use the instructions included with your specific pH testing kit. Next, use your shovel or spade to take a narrow "slice" from the side of each hole. This slice should be crescent-shaped and about 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) thick. Try to make your sample about the same size for each hole.  Add your samples to a single clean, dry bucket. Try to gather enough dirt in each sample that you have about a pint (0.94 liters) or more in total. For most methods of testing, this is plenty. Allow your soil to dry until you can no longer detect moisture. It's important to make sure your soil is completely dry before proceeding — moisture can cause an inaccurate pH reading. Depending on the type of kit you have, the method will vary. For many of the most common test kits, you'll put a small amount of your soil in an included test tube, add a few drops of liquid solution, mix by shaking, and allow the mixture to settle for a few hours. Eventually, the color of the solution should change — by comparing the color of the solution to a chart provided with the kit, you can determine the pH of your soil. Other types of kits exist as well, so be sure to use the instructions provided with your kit. For instance, some modern electronic testing kits determine a soil pH almost...

TL;DR in English: Test the soil pH. Dig five small holes in the planting area. Take a sample from each hole. Mix the soils in the bucket and spread on newspaper to dry. Use your testing kit to determine the precise pH level of your soil.
###
Many people experience trauma and recover on their own. Others may develop a serious condition known as post-traumatic stress disorder. Look for signs of PTSD and get professional help if needed. PTSD involves experiencing recurring stress responses that are similar to what you experienced during the actual event long after that event has passed. This might include overwhelming fear or helplessness, sadness, trouble sleeping, and/or a pounding heartbeat. One effective way of coping with trauma is by talking to a therapist, so ask your primary care physician for a referral. Look for a therapist who has experience working with trauma survivors. Your therapist should have treated others with anxiety or PTSD. It may also help to find a professional who conducts cognitive behavioral therapy or dialectical behavior therapy, two proven treatments that benefit trauma survivors. Professional treatment of traumatic stress typically involves cognitive restructuring exercises that help you identify and change negative thought patterns. For instance, you might think “I am weak.” Your therapist will work with you to reframe that thought into something like, “It's normal to feel paralyzed when you face danger. I did the best I could.” Another method for dealing with traumatic stress is by slowly allowing yourself to re-experience the trauma. With the guidance of your therapist, return to the scene of the event and recreate the sensations you felt when it happened.  Don't consider doing this on your own without guidance and support. You might do this over and over again until the memory of the event evokes less of an emotional or physical reaction. PTSD is an anxiety disorder, so you might feel overly alert and even experience panic attacks. Medications may help relieve symptoms of anxiety so that you can function more fully in your day-to-day life. Talk to your doctor to see if they are a good choice for you. Both antidepressants and anti-anxiety medication have proven helpful in reducing the symptoms of PTSD.

TL;DR in English:


Select a pair of brackets. Choose a shelf board. Hold a bracket against the wall where you want the shelf to sit. Drill the first bracket's hole (or holes) into the wall over the marks you've made. Hold the bracket in place. Place the shelf board onto the brackets. Drill the second bracket hole (or holes). Attach the shelf board to the brackets. Pick up the drop sheet and discard the drilling dust. Add your ornaments, books or other display objects to the new shelf.

Before even beginning a job search, examine the strength of your resume. The formatting should be clean and professional. It must be well organized.  If you are a recent graduate from an accounting degree program but have no relevant work experience, place your education credentials near the top of your resume. Highlight school-related activities such as accounting societies or clubs. Your resume should be no more than one page. Use your cover-letter and interviews to elaborate on details, not your resume. If you are a current student or a recent alumnus of a university, you should take full advantage of the career-building resources hosted there. Chief among these resources is the career fair. You should be going to these by your junior year.  The career fair is a great opportunity to learn more about the field and to make connections in the professional world. Schools with prominent accounting programs or schools in major cities will often have a separate career fair just for accounting jobs. Before attending the career fair, research the attending companies as thoroughly as possible. Knowing basic facts such as market capitalization, core strengths, and prominent clients will help you in your discussions with recruiters. If you can find out through their website which positions are available, you can explain why you'd be a good fit for their specific opening. Its a good idea to follow up via a quick email with anyone you talk to at a career fair, thanking them for their insights and time. This will help them to remember you if you end up applying for jobs with their companies. There are many professional organizations within this field, including the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), the Professional Accounting Society of America (PASA), and the American Accounting Association (AAA). You can often join an organization like this through a university's accounting department. These organizations host networking events that will allow you to meet and impress potential employers. Membership in an accounting...

TL;DR in English: Clean up your resume. Attend a career fair at your university. Join a professional organization in the accounting field.
###
While you may perceive your anger as coming out of nowhere, there are some warning signs of rising anger. Your body communicates anger to you before your emotional reaction. Keep an eye out for some of the following signs:  Clenched hands or jaw, muscle tension (like shoulders) Feeling flushed Faster breathing Headache Pacing, increased need for movement Pounding heart Anger is a reflection of how you feel, not how someone is “making” you feel. Your anger belongs to you and not to your partner. Avoid blaming your partner and accept that your anger is your responsibility to deal with appropriately. If your anger is your own, then it is also within your control. Recognize whether outside factors contribute to or worsen your anger. This can include not getting enough rest, being hungry, feeling stressed out at work or school, or other external factors. If you notice your anger in the relationship  increases when you have outside stressors (like work deadlines or when the kids are sick), realize that you may be mismanaging your anger and taking it out on your partner or the relationship. Look at your regular routine and distinguish events or situations that tend to trigger anger. These situations may include commuting, dealing with rowdy children, or routinely not getting enough sleep each night.  Address these factors and find healthy outlets for your anger that don’t involve your partner. Often, anger is a secondary emotion to other deeper emotions, such as sadness, guilt, shame, fear, hurt, or rejection. Think about whether anger is your primary emotion, or if it is the way you are expressing a different emotion. Anger may be expressed if the other emotions make you feel vulnerable or weak, as anger can act as a defense that makes you feel more powerful.  Ask yourself whether you are truly angry, or if you are responding to feeling vulnerable, weak, sad, or shameful. Are you being triggered and responding to the trigger through anger? If anger is the only feeling you experience regularly, it may be shielding...

TL;DR in English: Be aware of your anger warning signs. Own your anger. Handle outside factors. Address primary emotions. Identify your maladaptive thoughts. Overcome negative thought patterns.
###
Set 1 or 2 baking sheets aside while you mix together the cookie dough. Place 8 tablespoons (110 g) of salted butter into a microwave-safe mixing bowl. Microwave the butter until it just melts, but doesn't get hot. This should take 40 seconds. Measure and add 1/2 cup (100 g) of sugar and 1/4 cup (50 g) of packed light brown sugar to the bowl of melted butter. You can use dark brown sugar, but the cookies will have a stronger molasses flavor. Use a stand or hand mixer to beat the melted butter with the sugars on medium speed. Keep beating the mixture until it's creamy. This should take 1 minute. Turn the mixer down to low speed and add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of vanilla. Beat the mixture until the egg is incorporated. This should take 10 to 15 seconds. Turn off the mixer and add 1 1/2 cups (187 g) of flour, 1/2 teaspoon (2 g) of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 g) of salt. Turn the mixer on to low and beat the dough until the dry ingredients are just combined. Remove the beaters and use your hands to bring the little bits of dough together. Avoid over mixing your dough or the cookies may become tough instead of soft. Pour 3/4 cup (130 g) of chocolate chips or chunks into the dough and use your hands or a rubber spatula to mix them. The chips should be evenly spread throughout the dough. Divide the dough into 12 even pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and set them on a baking sheet. Arrange the balls so they're at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) apart. Put the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the cookies until they puff up and turn slightly golden. The cookies will look dry around the edges and just set in the centers. Avoid baking the cookies until they darken since they'll finish cooking as they cool. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and set them on a wire rack. Let the cookies cool completely on the sheets before you move them. The cookies should deflate a little. Store the soft cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. Eat the cookies within 5 to 7 days.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 350 °F (177 °C) and get out a baking sheet. Microwave the butter. Add the sugars to the melted butter. Beat the butter and sugars for 1 minute. Beat in the vanilla and egg. Mix the dry ingredients into a dough. Stir in the chocolate chips. Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet. Bake the soft cookies for 9 to 11 minutes. Cool the cookies on the sheets for 30 minutes.
###
A routine checkup and cleaning from your dentist is a key part of good oral hygiene. Professionally cleaning your teeth and gums, removing tartar and plaque buildup, and treating periodontal or gum disease will help cut down the risk of tonsil stones. Further, you can check in with your dentist if stones are a recurring problem and at-home options haven’t worked. Depending on your oral health, you may need to visit your dentist more frequently than every 12 months. They may recommend coming twice a year or more. If you have difficulty managing allergies on your own or frequently get sick, work with your healthcare provider. Your physician may prescribe medications that can help you better manage problems with mucus, nasal allergies, and frequent infections. You can also get an allergy test in order to determine what specific allergens to avoid. Some tonsils are more prone to developing stones due to their shape and position. If stones and tonsillitis are recurring problems that interfere with daily life, you might have to consider tonsillectomy, or the surgical removal of your tonsils. Your physician or dentist can perform an examination and determine whether tonsillectomy will help prevent the development of tonsil stones based on the status of your oral health. It is believed that tonsils are part of the immune system since they are made up of special cells that prevent and fight infections. It is believed by some that removing them may impair your immune system, though research does not support this.

TL;DR in English: Visit your dentist at least once per year. Visit an allergist or your doctor about persistent nasal problems. Consult with your healthcare provider about undergoing tonsillectomy.
###
Pro bowlers all bowl with some "English," or curvature on the ball. Because the pocket you're aiming for is somewhat on an angle, the best way to hit it is to curve the ball in toward the pocket from the edge of the lane. This is why you aim for an arrow to the side of the center. The best way to ensure English on your throw is to maintain good "handshake" position on your follow-through. After you release the ball, your hand should be up in the air as if you were going to shake the hand of the pin you're aiming toward. Using a ball that is too heavy or too light can drastically affect your accuracy. Experiment with balls that are slightly heavier than what feels normal and balls that are slightly lighter than you would normally use. Does your accuracy improve in either direction? Firing the ball from the rocket launcher that is your bowling arm may seem like a good idea at first, but it's not necessarily the most accurate way to throw. Extra force will often leave pins on the floor that softer and more accurate throws will pick up. In general, though, you should throw the ball with as much force as you can throw accurately. Some modern alleys track the speed of your ball. Try to reduce the speed of your shot in small increments if you are blowing the pins off the lane. Slower, precise pocket hits will keep the pins on the lane and allow them to mix, improving your chance of clearing the deck and producing a strike. Gripping too tightly, particularly with the thumb, can hook the ball in an inaccurate direction. Insert your fingers into the ball first. If you've got an appropriately fitted bowling ball, they should go in as far as your big knuckle. Use your non-bowling hand to steady the ball on your approach. You'll typically want the thumb to release the ball a split second before the fingers. Make sure your fingernails are neat and trimmed to avoid catching on the fingerholes and throwing wonky balls.

TL;DR in English: Practice your curve. Find the right bowling ball. Find the right speed. Adjust your grip on the bowling ball.
###
Choose plain or fancy, as required. Cut it to the length required if it's not already done. Mark the position with a pencil. Use a tape measure to mark the position of the other bracket at the opposite side. Always check for electrical wiring or plumbing before drilling. It's also wise to place a drop sheet on the floor to make it easier to collect the drill dust.  Use a masonry drill bit.  Drill to the depth that the screw requires to penetrate the wall sufficiently. Insert a wall plug. Attach the screw (or screws) by screwing them in as far as they will go. Hold the board in place with one hand. Then, using a spirit level, hold the board across to the other mark you made earlier to check that the board will be sitting evenly. If the mark appears accurate, it's ready, if not, make adjustments as required. Follow the directions given for the first bracket. Lay the board across the brackets and screw it to them from the underside. Be sure to use screws that will not penetrate through to the other side of the board; they must remain wholly inside the shelf board. Gently press on the shelf to check that it is firmly attached to the wall. Make sure that your shelf can bear the weight of heavier objects and don't put something valuable on your home-made shelf until you know that it's secure.

TL;DR in English:


Use hydrogen peroxide. Lighten your brows with chamomile tea. Color your brows with a pencil or gel.

There are two different types of email addresses associated with Facebook, your contact and recovery address, and your Facebook-created email address. Both can be changed from this page, though you can only change your Facebook-generated address once.   Contact and recovery email - Click the "Edit" link next to your current email address. Click "Add email" and then enter the email address you want to change to. Open the verification email that is sent to your email account and follow the link to confirm the email account. This will now be the primary contact and recovery email address for your account.   Facebook-created email address - Click the "Edit" link next to your Username (this looks like a web address). Your username is used to create your Facebook email address, and changing it will change the email address. You can only change your username once and if it doesn't include your real name Facebook may revert it.

TL;DR in English: Sign into your Facebook account. Click the ▼ button in the upper-right corner of the page. Select "Settings" to open your account settings. Adjust your email settings.
###
If home remedies aren’t working, getting acupuncture may help the muscle stress and jaw clenching that cause clicking. Look for a licensed acupuncturist in your area and let them know that you are specifically looking for help with clicking, tightness, and/or pain in your jaw. Acupuncture is an alternative medicine practice wherein very thin, hair-like needles are inserted into specific points on the body to help relieve pain, stress, or tension. It is usually recommended in conjunction with more traditional physical therapy practices. Physical therapy can be particularly helpful for those who experience jaw clicking. Set up an appointment with a therapist who specializes in jaw or facial work. They will walk you through a series of stretches, exercises, and massages to help minimize the popping.  Try searching online for a specialist near you. You can also ask your dentist to recommend you to a therapist in your area. You can also call your insurance provider to see if they can recommend a practitioner in your area that is covered by your medical or wellness plan. An oral splint is kind of like a heavy duty mouth guard that fits over your teeth to stop you from grinding and clenching your jaw. Your dentist will fit you for your splints. They will also show you how to put them in, remove them, and properly care for them. In cases where home treatment and medical therapy both fail to treat your TMJ, surgery may be necessary. The exact surgical procedure you will need depends on the severity of your conditions and the symptoms you experience. Common surgical treatments include:  Arthrocentesis. This is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a series of small needles to irrigate fluid into the joint and flush out any debris and inflammatory byproducts. Open-joint surgery. In this procedure, an oral surgeon opens up your jaw to repair your joint. This procedure involves more risk than other surgical options, so it should be carefully discussed with your dentist. TMJ arthroscopy. This procedure works like...

TL;DR in English: Try acupuncture as an alternative to home remedies. Meet with a physical therapist that specializes in facial stretches. Ask your dentist about oral splints. Talk to your dentist about surgical options.
###
Turn your skinny jeans inside out and hand wash it in a bath of cold water with a small amount of liquid detergent, like Woolite Black. If you find that stretching from wear is happening, wash them to promote shrinking in the fabric.  Always review and follow the washing instructions on the jean tags, since some jeans require very specific care to prevent stretching, shrinking, and fading. The fibers can be weakened when excessive heat and harsh detergents are used in washing. This causes stretching, shrinking, fading and makes them more prone to rips and tears. Consider using a laundry conditioner to clean your jeans, like The Laundress Denim Wash. Laundry conditioners get your jeans clean while preventing stretching, fading, and fuzz. Get the most out of washing your jeans by allowing your jeans to air dry. Hang them up to air them out and help them maintain their shape and quality for much longer.  Most people will instinctively want to put their jeans in the dryer, which is useful with helping skinny jeans shrink, but not recommended for long or excessive use because of the wear and tear the machine can create. Air dry your jeans whenever possible. To accelerate drying even further, hang your jeans on a clothesline and allow the fresh air to help them dry and revitalize its scent. Be careful that they are not directly exposed to sunlight. If ever you’re feeling your skinny jeans are a little looser than you’d like, put them in the dryer. After hand washing them gently, toss them into your dryer at the highest setting to make the fibers of the denim constrict for a tighter fight when you wear them again.  Be aware that a commercial dryer can cause wear and tear in denim with excessive use so use a dryer at your discretion. If using a commercial dryer is your preference for drying your jeans, toss them in at the lowest setting to cut down some of the potential harm regular use may cause to the look and feel of your skinny jeans.

TL;DR in English: Hand wash your jeans to clean them. Let them air dry. Use the dryer your skinny jeans their stretch back.
###
Start to feel connected by giving others the benefit of the doubt. When people invite you to things, don't just assume it's because they want to be nice. They might really want your friendship. They might really want to see what you have to offer the world! Assume the best in them and let them pleasantly surprise you. If you don't try, after all, you'll never even have the chance to find out if something could have been wonderful and fun! Humans naturally gain the greatest sense of satisfaction from helping each other. Not just the surface help of carrying someone's groceries. Instead, give someone deep, meaningful help that becomes one of the most positive forces of good in their lives. This will leave you feeling deeply connected to the greater human experience and get you ready to embrace life and all that you have in yours to be grateful for.  Try working with Big Brothers Big Sisters, which provides mentorship to at risk youth, or building homes with Habitat for Humanity, which works to build permanent residences for people who drew the short straw in life. Volunteering is also a great chance to make new friends and meet people who share similar values and interests to you. If you're not great with meeting people in real life or if your schedule or lifestyle is just not good for being with people, then try meeting people and joining communities online. There are lots of different ways to do this! WikiHow, for example, has a great community and we're always happy for another friendly face and helping hand. Another option would be, for example, playing an MMO. This is a special type of video game that lets you take on a new life and make friends in a completely different world. Guild Wars is known for having one of the friendliest communities.

TL;DR in English: Give people the benefit of the doubt. Volunteer. Find communities online.
###
Before you can actually build the enclosure, you'll need to measure its components. It's important to be as precise as possible with your measurements since a gap in the enclosure could make it easy for your snake to escape.  Smaller snakes can be kept in a 10- or 20-gallon tank. This measures out to either 20 inches by 10 inches by 12 inches (51 by 25 by 30.5 centimeters), or up to 24 inches by 12 inches by 16 inches (61 by 30.5 by 40.5 centimeters)  Medium-to-large sized snakes typically need between 30- and 55-gallon tanks. This measures out to 36 inches by 12 inches by 16 inches (91.5 by 30.5 by 40.5 centimeters) or up to 48 inches by 13 inches by 20 inches (122 by 33 by 51 centimeters). The glass or plastic panel you use as a window for the front of the enclosure should measure a few tenths of an inch (less than a centimeter) shorter than the back wooden panel. This will allow a more precise fit in the grooves that you'll dig out. Over time, the wood in your enclosure may begin to rot. It will also get dirty and may be difficult to clean if you do not stain the wood first. Staining will help protect the wood to ensure a longer life for your enclosure. Once you've assessed the size needs of your snake and determined the final dimensions, you'll be ready to cut your wood. It can be helpful to mark the sizes in chalk or pencil before cutting so that you have precise measurements and straight lines to cut along.  Make sure you wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while working with wood. This includes safety glasses, gloves, earplugs, a respirator, and a padded kickback apron.  Cut each piece as a solid rectangle. You only need to cut the sides, back, top, and bottom. The front face will be a glass or plastic panel held in place by the top, bottom, and sides. Before you can complete the enclosure's assembly, you'll need to make room for the glass or plastic panel and insert it into place. This will be done using a router to gouge out the wood.  Dig the groove 0.5 inches (1.25 centimeters) from the face...

TL;DR in English: Measure your building materials. Apply lacquer to the wood. Cut the wood to size. Dig out a groove for the glass. Assemble the enclosure. Attach the opening panel.
###
If you don't want to use bleach creme, or you want to just try out what lighter brows would be like, try using 3% hydrogen peroxide solution. Dip a cotton swab into the liquid solution, and apply it to the areas of your eyebrow you'd like to lighten.  Hydrogen peroxide is an easily obtained, inexpensive product that's available in drug stores, pharmacies, or with first aid products. Leave it on for a few minutes the first time you apply it, then wipe it off. If you want, reapply every day, which will result in a gradual lightening of your eyebrows. If your brows are very dark, hydrogen peroxide will turn them a reddish-brown color instead of blonde. If you prefer using natural products over chemicals, try combining chamomile tea with lemon juice. To make the tea, pour a cup of boiling water over a chamomile tea bag and allow to steep for 1 hour. Mix in an equal portion of lemon juice, and stir well.  Apply with a cotton swab to your eyebrows. Repeat every day to gradually lighten your eyebrows. A brow pencil a few shades lighter than your current eyebrow shade will make your eyebrows appear lighter. If your eyebrows are dark brown, however, this may not work.  You can also use lighter colored eyeshadows around your eyebrows to maintain a lighter look. Brow gel that's several shades lighter than your current shade can also create the effect of a lighter eyebrow.

TL;DR in English:


Don’t overburden yourself. Write out a weekly schedule. Keep track of important dates and deadlines. Prioritize your obligations. Take breaks and pace yourself. Meditate

Pour a small amount of talcum powder on the stained spot. Wait for an hour or two for the powder to soak up the oil. Use a vacuum or brush to remove the powder. Whenever you sweat, you should immediate wipe the area with a damp white cloth. This will keep the salt from your perspiration from seeping into your hat.  On dark straw hats, you should use ammonia to get rid of these stains. Mix half a teaspoon of ammonia with half a teaspoon of water in a bowl. Then, dip a small brush into the water mixture and use it to go over the stained area. With a light straw hat, you can use a hydrogen peroxide and water mixture. Combine a half teaspoon of each in a bowl. Just take a brush, dip it in the mixture, and lightly scrub the sweat-stained area. Wait for the area to dry before wearing the hat again. Using an art gum eraser, lightly rub scuffed spots. The gum should make the scuffs disappear.

TL;DR in English: Remove oil stains. Remove sweat stains. Remove scuffs.
###
Under too much heat and stress, the PVC may crack or warp without a medium inside to help it hold its shape. The best candidate — sand. Get enough sand to fill up the pipe a few inches past the planned bend.  You may need to use some tape to block one end of the pipe and keep the sand in.     Try not to bend the pipe any closer than 3–5" away from a joint. You don't need to wait for it to pre-heat completely, but turn it on now to get some heat built up. Block off one end of the pipe and measure out how much sand you'll need to fill the pipe with sand. You don't have to fill the entire pipe, just fill it until the sand is a few inches past where you plan to bend the PVC. Let the sand heat up with the oven. After the oven has hit 425 °F (281.3 °C), leave the sand in an extra five to six minutes to get up to the right temperature.     If you have a lot of sand, more than two to three cups, stir it halfway through so that the sand heats up evenly. Make sure you wear protective gloves or oven mitts. Let the sand heat the pipe up for a few minutes, until the PVC feels pliable. Once the pipe is soft, it should easily bend by hand. For a rounder, more even bend, use an old can or similar round, heatproof object and bend the pipe around that. Leave the pipe undisturbed and let it cool back to room temperature. Do not try and bend the pipe again once you've removed the sand. You can also save the sand to use later, reheating it as many times as you want to bend new pipes.

TL;DR in English: Use hot sand to fill the pipe and bend it without collapsing. Heat your oven to 425 °F (281.3 °C). Fill the pipe with sand so that it is a few inches past the bend. Pour the sand into a oven-safe dish and put it in the oven. Carefully pour the hot sand back into the PVC pipe. Slowly bend the pipe into your desired shape. Empty the sand out and let the pipe cool.
###
If your phone autocorrects your text message into something embarrassing or insulting, you need to send a new message as soon as possible to inform the recipient of the mistake. If you wait too long, the recipient might think you meant to type the text as it is. Send a new message apologizing for the mistake. People today know that most phones use autocorrect software, so when you accidentally send a message that doesn’t say what you meant to say, most people will understand the mistake. Make a joke of the faux pas by texting something about the mistake right after. Text “LOL. My phone apparently thinks differently than I do.” Most phones will give you the option to turn off the autocorrect software. If you turn off autocorrect, it might take you longer to type out a text message, and you still might misspell words, but you will know you’re sending a message you meant to type. Some phones will underline misspelled words for you so you can fix them on your own. Check your phone’s user’s manual to find out how you can turn off your autocorrect software.

TL;DR in English: Respond to the situation quickly. Laugh it off. Consider turning off autocorrect.
###
Place the lid on the pot, then turn it clockwise until it locks securely. Double check that the small round pressure release valve on the lid of the cooker is completely closed before you proceed.  Make sure your Instant Pot is plugged into the nearest wall outlet. You won't get very far with dinner if it's not! The pressure release valve is responsible for trapping or venting heat, depending on its position. If it’s open, your pasta won’t be able to cook properly. Make sure the Instant Pot’s pressure setting is programmed to “High.” This will help ensure that your pasta comes out with just the right texture. The Instant Pot uses a combination of heat and pressure to cook food items in far less time than it takes to prepare them using conventional cookware. Manually select your preferred cook time by pressing the "+" button repeatedly until you see the desired number of minutes on the display. It will take a couple minutes for the Instant Pot to heat up. Once it reaches the necessary pressure, a timer will appear on and begin counting down. If you’re preparing a simple pasta-and-sauce dish, 4-5 minutes ought to be plenty of time to heat everything evenly. For heavier dishes with lots of ingredients like meats and veggies, you may need closer to 8 minutes. Finish putting the other components of your meal together, or take this opportunity to kick your feet up for a well-deserved break. You won’t have to wait long—by the time you’re done setting the table, dinner will be ready!  Avoid tampering with either the lid or pressure valve while the Instant Pot is working its magic. The Instant Pot will shut itself off automatically when it’s done cooking. You’ll know when this happens because it will beep. Locate the circular valve stem on the top of the lid and use the edge of your finger to slowly turn it counterclockwise until it stops moving. This will allow the steam that has built up inside the pot to escape. Be sure to stay a safe distance away from the valve while it’s open. If you’re apprehensive about...

TL;DR in English: Cover and seal the Instant Pot. Select the "Pressure Cook" mode. Set the timer for 4-8 minutes. Let the pasta to cook for the specified time. Release the pressure valve.
###
Communication between you and your spouse should be the top priority during and after the transition of living with your mother-in-law. The two of you need to be in accord and your spouse needs to be willing to maintain any limitations with his mom. If he or she falters in supporting your guidelines, you may end up continually at war with your MIL about this issue or that one. What’s more, you might also find yourself at war with your spouse. Presenting as a united front is incredibly important. For one, if your spouse doesn’t fully cooperate, your mother-in-law may not respect your decision and try to fight you on it. Seeing that the two of you are firm in your rules will minimize the chances of that. Working in accord also means that you should bring any problems to your spouse before discussing them with his or her mom. By doing this, you have a chance to vent your frustrations in a safe space. Then, the two of you can come up with an action plan as a couple.  Your spouse may want to address any issues with mom alone or with you present. Respect his or her choice either way. Hold your tongue if your mother-in-law says or does something in defiance of your boundaries. You can easily say something in the moment that you later regret. Spouting off in anger can quickly result in creating a divide between you and your spouse because you were disrespectful with his mom. You might say “Honey, your mother criticized my parenting in front of the kids today. It really made me feel like we weren’t on the same team. Could you please talk with her about this when you get a chance?” Your mother-in-law living in the home can potentially eliminate the intimacy factor between you and your spouse. The time you and your spouse may have spent together watching TV after putting the kids to bed or after a long day’s work might be interrupted by her presence. It’s essential that the two of you cherish and protect your alone time, which will strengthen your bond despite the new household changes.  Talk with your mother-in-law and...

TL;DR in English: Make it a team effort. Communicate any issues with your spouse first. Make the most of your couple time. Don’t sacrifice your own needs.
###
When you’re juggling classes, homework, extracurricular activities, and your social life, it’s easy to end up with too much on your plate. If you have family or work obligations, college life can feel even more overwhelming.  Don’t take on unnecessary obligations, e.g. extra courses beyond the required courseload per quarter or semester. If you feel overwhelmed by your school workload, talk to your academic advisor about putting together a more manageable schedule. Your workload will feel less overwhelming if you approach it in an organized way. Write out a schedule that clearly shows where you need to be and what you need to be doing at any given time during each day of the week. Include all of your classes, but also block out time for other important things like studying, eating, exercising, sleeping, and having fun. Write them down on a calendar or in a planner, or use a program like Google Calendar to help you stay on top of the things you need to do. That way, you will be able to prepare in advance for important assignments and events. Take a little time every week to assess which assignments are most important, and which ones will take the most time to complete. Come up with a plan for tackling the high priority tasks first, and then dealing with smaller and easier tasks. Forcing yourself to keep working when you’re too tired or stressed to concentrate is counter-productive. If you feel yourself becoming tired or distracted while you’re working, take a few minutes to walk around and stretch your legs, eat a healthy snack, or even put your head down for a quick nap. . Meditation can help you feel more relaxed and can take your focus off of things that are worrying you by helping you stay in the moment.  Find a peaceful place on campus where you can meditate without distraction. Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Try focusing on just your breathing. If you feel your mind start to wander, gently redirect your attention to your breathing. After a while, allow yourself to think about how you...

TL;DR in English:


Purchase a tube bender. Follow the instructions. Select the appropriate-size die for the tubing you need to bend. Place the tubing into the bender. Measure the correct angle. Bend the tube to your desired angle. Practice with scrap tubing.

Accept that you can only change yourself, not your partner. This is perhaps the hardest but most important tenet of a solid relationship. You should never enter a relationship with the plan to "fix" your partner. You need to accept the fact that your partner may never change, and be okay with that. To do otherwise is a guaranteed way to frustrate yourself and alienate your partner.  You may support your partner to make positive changes in their life. But you should never try or need to fundamentally change them. If you cannot accept your partner for who they are, you either need to set boundaries to avoid getting hurt or leave the relationship entirely. Understand that men and women are different. Or for that matter understand that different men and different women are different. Do not unfairly hold your partner up to the standards of an old relationship or of an ideal one. We all know that violence is not an acceptable way to control partner. But know that using guilt or shame is just as damaging. Guilting or shaming to control your partner is emotional abuse. Do not attempt to control your partner. This is an extension of "Do not try to change your partner" step. If you cannot handle compromise then leave the relationship, do not try to control or change your partner to make it work. You do not have to share your partner's every hobby. But you should listen to your partner when they talk about their interests, and give them guilt-free time and space to pursue their interests. While not every emotion is desirable (for example anger, resentment, and frustration), they are all normal. If your partner is angry at something, do not criticize them for being angry -- that cannot be helped. What people are responsible for is how they express their emotions. Anger can be destructive or constructive. You may rightly criticize how emotions are expressed and ask that they be shared in a constructive fashion, but do not critique the emotion itself. Critiquing emotions can lead to your partner feeling guilty, defensive...

TL;DR in English: Do not try to change your partner. Do not control your partner. Support their interests. Don't minimize your partner's emotions.
###
The average US wedding costs $25,000, but almost $11,000 of that is spent on the venue and food. You need to consider where you are having your wedding before anything else or you may end up with very little of your budget to spend on, entertainment, decorations, invites, etc.  Urban areas are almost always more expensive because they are much busier and serve a larger variety of couples. Even moving out to a venue in the suburbs can save money.  Have the wedding during the fall or winter. Popular wedding venues are not as busy during these times and they often have lower prices as a result. Saturday is the most expensive day to get married. The sooner you start booking places for the wedding the better your chances are you'll find the perfect spot. Many popular wedding destinations, like churches and parks, book up between 9-12 months in advance, so you need to be quick if you are heart-set on a spot. That said, small weddings thrive at unique, off-beat, and smaller locations, so don't limit yourself to the "classic" wedding spots. Call around town and ask about:  You town park. The beach. A friends' backyard. A local farm, bed and breakfast, or ranch. Museums, the historical society, or state parks. Some venues require you to use their in-house catering company for your food. Others may have a limit on the number of guests allowed or have a minimum number of guests. You need to be in touch with the venue in advance before you put any money down to avoid unpleasant surprises later. The American Marriage Ministries will ordain almost anyone, making them legally able to marry a couple in the United States. What's more, registering is free and can be done almost instantly online. Skip the big service or officiants and have someone close to you run your service for an intimate and cheaper wedding service. Be sure to ask someone 3-4 months in advance, giving them time to register and prepare for the service. A good photographer can cost you several hundred dollars, but a small wedding can benefit immeasurably...

TL;DR in English: Know that venue matters more than any other thing when budgeting a wedding. Reserve your venue well in advance. Talk to the venue in advance about any regulations, fees, or needs. Ask a friend to officiate the wedding for you if you are not at a church. Get friends to fill in for photographers, videographers. Arrange for low-cost DJ instead of a band. Plan the table placement.
###
One of the simplest fasts you can do is a water fast, where you consume nothing but water as a way to lose weight quickly. Drink one to two quarts of water per day, spaced out during regular meal times. You can supplement it with a slice of lemon.  Your fast should not be very long, preferably under 72 hours. Also make sure you space out some time between fasts, at least 3 weeks, to build up your strength.  You’ll want to avoid doing much of anything while on the water fast, so make sure you are prepared to rest often. If you can, spending your water fast in a supervised retreat or clinic, where you can be closely monitored by professionals, is the safest option.  When done under medical supervision, water fasting can be a safe and effective means of normalizing your blood pressure. Usually it works best as a gateway to further diet and lifestyle changes, especially since you won’t be able to live off the water fast for more than a few days. This is a fasting practice that isn’t about not eating at all, but more about taking longer breaks between meals. There is a lot of flexibility in this kind of fasting, as you will be making the conscious decision to skip meals. This is a popular way to think about eating among  people on the Paleo diet.  A good starting plan is 16/8 method, where you restrict the times during which you eat. Find an eight hour window, say 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and only eat during that time. That will give you 16 hours during the rest of the day where you will fast. On some fasting plans, you don’t avoid eating on certain days, but simply consume less food. On the 5:2 diet, for example, you could replace a full dinner with something small like a cup of yogurt or piece of fruit two days out of the week. Part of the trick is to keep your calorie intake consistent on the other days, to make sure you are getting the right number of calories.  This kind of fasting is meant to be tied to a healthier diet. Make sure you are consuming nutrient rich foods like fresh fruits and vegetables and...

TL;DR in English: Go on a water fast. Try intermittent fasting. Try a beginner's juicing plan. Try the Master Cleanse.
###
Before you blanch your spinach, give it a good rinse to remove any dirt, bacteria, or insecticides on the leaves. Place the spinach in a colander to drain, but there's no need to dry it yet.  If you're blanching spinach you harvested yourself, you may want to place the spinach in a bowl of water to clean it thoroughly, since there may still be bugs or traces of dirt from your garden. Commercially-bought spinach has likely been washed already, but it's still a good idea to rinse it again. While you're waiting for your water to boil, get a large bowl, like a punch bowl. Fill the bowl about halfway with ice, then pour in enough cool water to cover the ice completely. Be sure to leave enough room in the bowl to add the spinach. After you've chilled the spinach, transfer it to a colander to drain. It will probably take about 5 minutes for most of the water to drain off of the spinach. If you'd like, you can gently shake or tap the colander a few times to speed up the process. You can also dry the spinach in a salad spinner if you have one. Divide the spinach into the normal portion you would usually use for a meal.  Extra air in your container can cause your spinach to become freezer-burned, so be sure to remove as much air from the bag as possible before you seal it.

TL;DR in English: Rinse the spinach in cool water to remove any dirt, then drain it. Fill a large bowl with ice water while the water is heating. Drain the spinach in a colander. Place the spinach in a resealable plastic bag and squeeze out any air.
###
One of the biggest reasons people do not eat mindfully on a more regular basis is that they are distracted during mealtimes and are paying attention to other things.  Studies show that those people who eat when they're distracted tend to eat more and weigh more as well.  The reasoning behind this is thought to be that while distracted, you're eating much faster and you're not creating the memory of having eaten.  Both of these can cause an increased intake of food. Try to remove all distractions while you're having meals or snacks.  Turn off the TV, avoid talking on the cell phone and stay away from your email or the internet.  You may even need to let others know, like co-workers, to give you 20 minutes to yourself while you're eating instead of coming in with questions or things to do. If you're eating with a group - like your family - also remove distractions.  This can help your whole group focus on each other and conversation rather than watching the TV or texting on their phones. A mindful eating practice should start prior to your actual meal.  Taking a moment or two before you start eating a meal can help put you on track to be more mindful and present while eating.  After serving yourself your meal or snack, sit down at a table with your food in front of you.  Take a few moments to think about how you're feeling, what you're in the mood for and what you're planning on eating. You can start this little mini meditation by taking a few deep breaths and just looking at your meal and concentrating on the food in front of you. Take the time to review how you're going to eat mindfully (for example, by eating slowly and taking smaller bites) and the benefits that mindful eating brings you. If you feel yourself eating too fast or taking big bites or even getting distracted, feel free to stop eating and return to a few moments of breathing to refocus your mind. If you're with a group, you can comment on how good your meal looks or how great the menu looks and take those moments for yourself to get your mindset...

TL;DR in English: Take away distractions while you eat. Think about your meal for a few moments before eating. Rate your hunger. Listen to your body's satiation signals. Serve yourself and eat at the table. Snack mindfully.
###
Your local hardware store will have a variety of tube benders available at different price points. The major differences may include the amount of hydraulic force the bender can apply to the tube as well as the size and durability of the accompanying die set.  The dies are curved pieces you attach to the bender and into which you place the tubing to form the bend. The different dies will correspond to different diameters of tubing. Additionally, you can find die sets for either round or square tubing. Ensure that you buy a tube bender and not a pipe bender. Tube and pipe are not synonymous, and the scaling is even different, so the dies in a pipe bending set will not properly fit tube. This usually leads to flattening, buckling, or kinks in tube bent with a pipe bender. As always, specific machinery may have specific steps due to design or other requirements. Thoroughly consult the directions that come with your equipment. For instance, if you need to bend 1” tubing, then you would select the 1” die. Using the correct die is very important. If the tubing doesn’t fit snugly into the die, then you can end up with a flattened or kinked finished product. Once you attach the die, you will feed the tube into the bender so that the spot where you want to bend is in the center of the die. You will then tighten down the bender, which will have a pneumatic jack, enough to keep the tubing in place. You cannot set the bender to a specific degree angle for you and let it do the rest, so this means measuring the exact angle to which you need your tube bent. The easiest solution is to use a digital angle gauge, which you can attach to the level tube before you begin bending. As you incrementally bend the tube, the angle gauge will track the measurement of the angle. As you increase the force in the bender, the tube will bend to sharper angles. Once your angle gauge has measured the angle you want, you can release the pressure on the tube and remove it from the machine. Since using too much force can still lead to kinks in a...

TL;DR in English: