Start at the ball of the foot. Wrap the top of the foot. Wrap the ankle. Repeat the figure 8. Fasten the bandage.

You need to take care of this problem right away. Don’t put it out of your mind because you’re really embarrassed. You could be risking your health.  Remember this is something that has happened to many, many people.  You should never leave a tampon in for 8 hours or more as you could get Toxic Shock Syndrome. Although treatable, it can be fatal. However, if you’ve had the tampon in for a very short time (like an hour or so), you might want to wait a bit longer and try to remove it again because dry tampons get stuck more easily, and your menstrual flow may help you remove it.  Try to remove it yourself first – it should be fairly easy to do this – but if that doesn’t work, you will have to call your doctor right away. It can't be said enough - leaving tampons in for too long is very, very dangerous. If you’re tense, you will actually make it worse. Are you sure there is really a tampon inside you or have you just forgotten you took it out? If you're sure it's inside you, remember: It’s not really “stuck." It’s just that the muscles of the vagina will hold it in place until you remove it.   Don’t freak out. The vagina is a relatively small closed area, and it’s not going to be lost up there forever. This is something that has happened to many, many women, so there is no reason to panic. You might want to take a warm shower or warm bath to help you relax before you try to remove it. Take some deep breaths too.  If you are too tense, you will clench the muscles, making the tampon harder to remove. You’re going to want clean hands to remove a stuck tampon because you don’t want to introduce germs into the vaginal cavity. Proper hygiene will prevent infection, further complications, and problems.  You might also want to clip your nails because you will need to insert your fingers into your vagina to get the tampon. You want to make the process as painless as possible. Find a private space (probably the bathroom is best for hygienic reasons). Take off your lower clothing. It will make it easier to remove the tampon.

TL;DR in English: Act fast. Relax. Clean your hands.
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Some progesterone creams are available over the counter, while others require a prescription from your doctor. You should ask your pharmacist about different options, and ask for details about the differences. When applying anything to your skin, make sure to read the ingredients and make sure that you do not have any known allergies. If you decide to go with an over the counter option, you might want to try your local natural health store. Homeopathic remedies can be very successful, and you can ask the staff at a small store any questions you may have. You might receive more personalized advice than at a large chain store. While generally considered safe, progesterone can cause some unwanted side effects. Some users have reported issues such as upset stomachs and weight gain. Others have noticed depression-like or PMS-like symptoms. Remember, this cream contains hormones, so it will affect you physically. Before you start using progesterone cream, discuss your options with your doctor. Explain your concerns, and what you hope to gain from using the cream. Ask all of the questions that you have, and gain a clear understanding of what the cream can do for you.

TL;DR in English: Research different creams. Shop around. Know the possible effects. Talk to your doctor.
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First, thank the representative for taking the time to look into your case, as this will immediately set a tone of courtesy in your conversation. Be sure to reply to any response human resources sends quickly. This will indicate that you remain concerned about the problem, and it should also communicate your desire to address it sooner rather than later. Prepare yourself for the meeting by creating a special file folder containing any documents you plan to bring. If you have a policy question, bring the employee handbook with the specific policies bookmarked. This will help the meeting run smoothly once you arrive. If you’re worried about protecting yourself from any actions the company may take against you, talk to a lawyer. They can provide you with information about your rights, and you may decide to bring them to any in-person meetings. You might want to inform human resources of your plans to employ a lawyer if you choose to go this route. Be sure you’re aware of the costs associated with hiring a lawyer. Most will be costly, so you’ll need to weigh these budgetary concerns with your need for legal protection. A week is generally considered an appropriate amount of time to wait before sending a follow-up email. If you’re dealing with an especially urgent problem, you can send a follow-up after 24 hours. Rather than worrying that you’re nagging your representative, remember that they have many responsibilities. They may need a reminder that you’re one of them.

TL;DR in English: Thank human resources for any response they send. Organize any necessary materials for your in-person meeting. Consider hiring legal counsel if you’re bringing up legal issues. Email a second time if you’ve waited a week with no response.
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There are some tiles, like bombs or chocolate, which should always be eliminated first if they exist on the board. These will inhibit your progress or cause you to lose. Bombs end the game if not eliminated in the move limit specified on their face, while chocolate will multiply if not destroyed. Like chess, you'll need to think several moves ahead in Candy Crush Saga. Unless the level is timed, spend a few minutes looking for potential combinations and considering the results of making certain matches. This may take a while at first, but the more you play, the quicker you'll recognize patterns and opportunities. You will have many levels where the game board is not a perfect rectangle, or includes a number of gaps in the board. You will need to plan around these gaps, and they can make it incredibly difficult to make paired sets. Once you become better acquainted with the game, you will be able to tell when a game board will be too difficult to complete. You can reshuffle the board using boosters or by exiting the game before you perform any moves. The game will make move suggestions if you idle for too long. These suggestions are random and it will usually be in your best interest to ignore them. If you don’t have a time limit, take the time to find out if there is a better move available. If you are only trying to increase points before a time limit runs out, take the game’s suggestion.

TL;DR in English: Eliminate complicated or dangerous candies from the board first. Look at the whole board before making a move. Pay attention to the edges of the game board. Reshuffle the board if it looks too challenging. Ignore the suggestions the game makes.
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Hold one end of the ace bandage against the ball of the foot, with the tail of the bandage extending past the outside of the foot, rather than the inside. Keep the tail rolled so that you can unroll it as you go, rather than dealing with an unwieldy long piece as you're trying to wrap.  For extra support, you can place a gauze pad on either side of the ankle before wrapping. Horseshoe-shaped padding cut from foam or felt is also used for extra stability in compression wraps. Use one hand to hold the end of the bandage against the ball of the foot. Bring the bandage over the foot, from outside to inside, then under the foot for a second wrap. Wrap the foot a total of three times, overlapping each wrap by half.  Use the same tension for each loop of the wrap. It should be firm, but not too tight. Each loop of the wrap should be lined up evenly, rather than going in different directions. Start over if you need to do the job more neatly. After the third wrap, bring the bandage over the top of the foot, around the inside of the ankle, behind the ankle to the other side, and back over the instep and under the foot. The bandage should be woven over the foot and ankle in a figure 8, with the heel exposed. Make two more figure 8s, each time overlapping the bandage by half. When you're finished, the bandage should cover the entire foot and extend up past the ankle.  Smaller feet and legs may not require three full figure 8s with a full-sized ace bandage. Use your judgement to decide whether the wrap looks stable after 2 figure 8s. Ask the person how the wrap feels after you're finished winding the bandage. If he or she complains that it's too tight, start over. Stretch the last segment of the bandage a bit and use the small metal prongs or velcro adhesive to secure the end of the bandage in place. Make sure the wrapping job is free of unnecessary lumps or bulges; it should be comfortable and neat.  Remove the bandage if the toes on the foot turn white or feel numb or tingly. The bandage may be worn for a number of...

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Subscribe to Hulu Plus. Start a Netflix account. Sign up for Amazon Video On Demand. Use iTunes. Download the Vudu app.

Your conflict with an intolerable person likely arises from a difference of opinion or intolerance help you avoid situations where you're likely to encounter the person's offending behaviors. Acknowledge that the other person clashes with you. This can help you move on from any situation in which you may encounter the person and not get irritated when you do see her. No matter how insufferable the person is, always remain polite and professional. Not only can disengaging keep a bad situation from escalating but will also cast you in a much more positive light.  Always be polite to others, even if they aren't to you. The truism “you win more bees with honey than vinegar” is something you can apply to any aspect of your life and relationships with other people. Leaving a bad impression on colleagues or friends because you lost your cool can have lasting consequences for you.  Remember to extend civility because the person may be going through something about which you have no idea. This doesn't legitimate bad behavior on their part, but it also doesn't mean you have to rise to their aggression.  You can't control all situations or people, but you can choose how you'll respond to them. Meeting the person with positivity will keep your attitude positive and may also result in a positive resolution to anything.  For example, if someone sends you a nasty email, don't react to it immediately. Draft a response and wait 24 hours to send it. Revisit the email the next day and you will likely tone down your response, which can keep a situation from escalating. If something bad happens, such as losing your job, thank your employer for the opportunity and say “this is a change to find something better that I truly love.” Taking this tactic can also let the other person think they're in control of the situation, which you may need to do to avoid her further. If you are constantly exposed to the intolerable person, it can have significant impact on your attitude. Limiting or stopping contact with the person can help...

TL;DR in English: Determine the source of your conflict. Accept the difference and move on. Stay polite and professional. Limit contact with the person. Get mediation from an independent person.
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Written language is the best system humans have ever devised for transmitting knowledge. Naturally, your teachers will want you to show what you’ve learned. In English and Social Studies classes, you do most of your learning by reading—so these are the most common classes to read aloud in. However, you can be asked to read something for the class in any subject, even gym. Try to accept this, and prepare for it instead of dreading it. The best way to look prepared is to be prepared. If you’ve read a passage even once, you’ll have a much better grasp of it than someone who’s never looked at it before. Better yet, read the passage through twice, reading quietly to yourself the second time, if you think you might be called on soon.   Take good notes. You’ll retain information even better once you’ve written it down. Look up unfamiliar words. If you’re reading out loud and get stuck on a big word you didn’t know before, it can break your flow and mess up your confidence.  Similarly, use a pronunciation guide or look up the pronunciation online if you’re unsure how to say a word. If you have extra time one day, bring your textbook to the nearest reflective surface and read out loud to yourself. You’ll be able to check your own posture, and even practice looking up to make eye contact with yourself. If you have a study buddy, take turns reading important passages to one another. Take breaks to offer constructive feedback. Does your friend not know what to look for? Check in with these questions:  Was your voice clear enough? Is it the right volume? Did it sound timid or confident? Does your body language help you seem more prepared? Are you slouching or standing tall? Were there any glaring mistakes (like skipped lines or extremely mispronounced words)? Reading out loud can be stressful, and you probably want to do a good job. Still, no one expects you to sound like you’re part of the Royal Shakespeare Company. Don’t sweat it if you don’t sound flawless. Just do your best.

TL;DR in English: Know you’ll be called upon to read aloud at some point. Do your reading before class. Practice in the mirror. Practice with a friend. Don’t expect perfection.
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When watching TV in HD, you should notice a significant improvement in color, clarity, and detail. Try flipping between SD and HD channels or sources and see if you can tell the difference. If the image doesn’t look pristine compared to SD, then you are likely not watching in HD.  Live studio broadcasts and sporting events in HD are excellent sources to compare to SD channels. Facial hair, individual blades of grass in golf or baseball, and other images that appear to be 3-dimensional or photo quality are typical examples of HD images. SD images by comparison could be described as a little blurry or fuzzy. Resolution is marked by a number, which tells you how many horizontal lines your screen can hold, followed by the letter “p” or “i.” SD TVs have a resolution of 480i, while HDTVs support resolutions of 480p, 720i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p. Make sure to choose the highest setting for the best picture quality.  You can find the resolution setting in your TV settings menu. The resolution listing should be in your owner’s manual.  The “i” stands for “interlaced,” which means the image on your screen flickers between every other line, and the “p” stands for “progressive,” which means the image constantly uses every line on the TV screen to display the image. If you have an HDTV and you notice these visual issues, your aspect ratio setting is probably off. Go to your TV or source device setup menu and look for a setting for “crop,” “zoom,” “stretch,” or “aspect ratio.”  Set your HDTV to a 16:9 aspect ratio to get rid of the problem. HD and SD screens have different aspect ratios, so HDTVs sometimes distort an SD image to make it fit the screen. SD screens normally use the 4:3 aspect ratio, while HD screens normally have a 16:9 aspect ratio.

TL;DR in English: Look for a noticeable improvement in image quality. Check your TV’s display resolution settings. Watch for black or gray bars, cropping, or image stretching.
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The Chrome icon looks like a colored ball with a blue dot at the center. You can find it in your Applications folder on a Mac, and on your Start menu on Windows. This button is located next to the address bar in the upper-right corner of your browser. It will open a drop-down menu. This will open your browser settings in a new tab. This option is located under the "On startup" heading and above the Advanced button at the bottom of your settings. It will allow you to change your browser's startup behavior. When this option is selected, your browser will restore and load all of your recent tabs from your last session whenever you start it up.

TL;DR in English: Open Google Chrome on your computer. Click the three vertical dots icon. Click Settings on the menu. Scroll down and click Manage on startup pages. Select Continue where you left off.
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Sign up for a one week free trial after you have purchased your device and before you officially cut off cable.  Hulu Plus streams hundreds of cable TV and network TV shows, old movies, foreign TV series and more. Sign up for $7.99 per month after the trial. If you have chosen the Chromecast, you can simply use Hulu.com for some TV streaming, and upgrade to Hulu Plus if you want access to more shows. All Netflix DVD accounts come with free access to online streaming.  If you do not have a Netflix DVD account, you can add an online streaming account for $7.99 per month. Do a free trial before you commit. Netflix offers access to movies, TV series and new Netflix original series. Netflix service channels are available on all streaming devices. Netflix Profiles now allows you to create up to 4 separate profiles on 1 account, so that different family members can have tailored queues and suggestions. You can create children’s profiles that block access to risque content. Download the Netflix channel from your device’s app store. Type the activation code into your account from your computer, then sign in to access your Netflix account through the streaming device. If you have an Amazon Prime account, you may already have access to this service.  Amazon’s video service is a great place to watch TV shows and movies that are made by big networks like HBO, Showtime, Bravo, AMC and more. Amazon sells these shows by the episode and by the season. Movies are also available for rent for $3.99 and for purchase for $14.99 This service is best to gain access to premium, new movies and TV shows. If you opted for the Apple TV, then you can purchase current seasons of TV shows and current movies. This service functions in much the same way as Amazon Video On Demand. It is a better option for people with many Apple devices. If you have a PlayStation or Internet enabled TV or Blu Ray player, you can use Vudu to access new and old movies.  Vudu is available on VUDU Spark™,PlayStation®3,Xbox360®, Roku®,Chromecast®,Blu-ray™ /...

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Hair gel is ideal if you are going for a wet, spiked look. It will give your hair sheen and make it appear wet when it is in spikes. You can find hair gel at your local drugstore or online.  Hair gel is good for hair that tends to get dry and frizzy. Adding sheen to your dry hair can help it appear healthier and more styled. Hair gel may not be ideal if you have oily hair or hair that get oily during the hot weather months. You may decide to use a hair wax instead, as it will not make you hair look too greasy. Hair wax is good if you are trying to avoid the wet look and go for a more matte, spiked style. You can find hair wax at your local drugstore or online. This product is ideal for individuals with naturally oily or thick hair who do not want to end up looking greasy. Hair wax is also often used for individuals who have longer hair on the top of their head that they want to style. Pomade will give your hair shine and luster, as it is usually wax-based. It provides excellent hold and can be re-shaped throughout the day. Pomade can be found online as well as at your local drugstore. Use pomade on wet hair for less hold and more shine, and on dry hair for more hold and less shine. You can also use hair mousse if you are looking to add some volume and definition to your spiked hair look. If your hair lacks natural volume, you may get hair mousse to give your hair a little extra weight and texture. Hair mousse is also great for people with curly hair as it also helps to define your curls and prevents frizziness.

TL;DR in English: Use hair gel for a wet look. Go for hair wax for a matte look. Apply pomade for a slick, styled look. Try hair mousse for more volume.
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To work for a major airline, you will typically need 3,000 hours total flight time including at least 1,500 hours multi-engine, and at least 1,000 hours as pilot in command of a turbine-powered aircraft. To gain that experience, you can start by working at a regional airline, which often requires only 1,500 hours of flight time. Many pilots start out at smaller airlines where they can gain experience flying on scheduled flights in a variety of weather conditions. Then, they use that experience to get higher paying jobs at bigger airlines. Some flight schools offer you flight hours in exchange for working as an instructor there. This is a very common route to earning the hours needed to fly for a major airline since it allows you to earn money and while building up your flight hours. Similarly, find a job as an instructor at a simulator company. Even if they cannot pay you a salary, see if you can trade your instructor hours for hours using the simulator and gaining experience to use in future job interviews. Safety pilots, for instance, keep an eye out while another pilot is wearing a view-limiting device that simulates low-visibility weather conditions. You can donate your time while also earning flight hours. Or, if you are in the U.S., you can work with the Civil Air Patrol (CAP)—the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. It conducts search-and-rescue missions and educational flights for younger cadets using a feel of smaller aircraft. Some CAP flights require a private pilot’s license at minimum, while others have more stringent requirements. Options include scenic flights, glider towing, aerial photography, towing banners, and pipeline patrol. These jobs may be hard to find when the market is bad for pilots, since other, more experienced pilots may be looking for work. These jobs can usually be found via word-of-mouth or contacting businesses in your area that you think might be hiring part-time pilots.

TL;DR in English: Apply for jobs with regional airlines. Complete your certified flight instructor rating to work at a flight school. Volunteer as a pilot to gain experience while helping others. Find “low-time” pilot jobs in your community for additional hours.
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Florists not only love working with flowers and plants, but should also possess a keen eye for detail, and creative flair. You'll have to be good with your hands, and physically fit.  It will help to have good interpersonal skills. The retail portion of your business, means that you'll be dealing with customers as they come in to shop for flowers The flower arrangements for weddings and funerals are often made in times of high stress, where emotions are close to the surface. You'll have to be able to be helpful, diplomatic, and practical in difficult situations. To learn the trade of a florist, you can either go through a community college program or learn by apprenticing with a florist. Some community colleges have certification programs in floral design, but there is no requirement for college credits in order to work as a florist.  Working for a florist while you attend college is a good way to get the most out of your training. If the florist doesn't have any jobs or internships arranging flowers, you should consider doing part-time work cleaning the shop or other unskilled tasks in order to get a sense of the way a shop works. Working for a florist is the most efficient way to learn what skills you'll need, because you'll learn first-hand the pressures and rewards of owning your own shop. In addition, you'll likely learn cost-saving measures and floral design secrets that won't be found in community college programs.  Someone who works in floral design is usually more up-to-date on the latest trends in the flower industry as opposed to someone whose involvement has been more academic. If you plan to open your flower shop in the same city, county or state, you'll learn more about local resources and licensing requirements. While there are no formal requirements for becoming a florist, you'll need to apply for a business license and follow all local tax and building codes. Someone who runs his own flower shop will have to expect to work from quite early in the morning, as early as 4:30 a.m., until the end...

TL;DR in English: Have the natural skills a florist requires. Learn the trade of a florist. Consider on-the-job training. Think about risks and benefits of opening a flower shop.
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You may find you have more to wear than you think. Look for baggy shirts and sweatshirts, along with anything else that fits looser, such as yoga pants and leggings. You can also wear things like loose cardigans and blazers.  Also, look for loose button-downs or other shirts that are extra-long so they can help cover your bump. Don't forget to check out your accessories. A great statement necklace, a colorful scarf, or a unique bracelet can make a basic outfit look special. When you start developing a bump, you can still rely on stretchy shirts for a while. The key is to pick tops that are long and flowy. That way, they'll stretch over your bump without leaving your belly peeking out the bottom. You can see ruching in shirts and dresses by looking for gathered fabric along the side hem. The benefit of ruching is it gives the garment extra stretch because there's extra material to go around. Often, shirts with ruching will last throughout your pregnancy. Wrap a rubber band through the button loop on your pants, stretch it over the button. This trick will give you some extra breathing room as your baby bump grows.  You can also unbutton the top button and hold it together with a safety pin. Put on a wide belt or long shirt to hide your makeshift pant extenders. Because low-rise pants sit lower on your waist, they can sit under your growing belly. Just be sure to pick longer shirts so you're not exposing your belly bump to everyone (unless you want to). While this won't work for every person, it can help your bras fit for longer. Extenders fit between the closures, making the band bigger. Though it won't make the cup size bigger, it will give you some breathing room. You can find these online or in most stores that sell bras. These won't be as form-fitting as maternity clothes. However, they will help you transition after your pregnancy back to regular clothes when you still have your baby belly. This works great for t-shirts and other stretchy items.

TL;DR in English: Check your closet before shopping. Opt for longer shirts and tunics. Look for shirts and dresses with ruching. Make your pants stretchier with a rubber band or hair tie. Try low-rise options to fit pants under your bump. Buy an extender for your bras to let them last through your pregnancy. Choose clothes with stretch that are 1-2 sizes bigger.
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All you need for this technique are scissors or a craft knife, paper, and your hands. This technique works best with stiffer paper that will hold a sharp crease.

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Raise the dumbbells out to the sides, just below shoulder-height. Hold the raise for two to three seconds with a slight bend in your elbow.

. If you are unfamiliar with pouring concrete, follow the linked instructions to ensure you do so correctly. Be ready to move on to the next steps as soon as you pour. Many modern concrete mixes do not need to be compressed, or "tamped", before finishing, and tamping the wrong mix can weaken the slab. Confirm your decision with a professional before tamping. If you do decide to tamp, simply press the concrete down using any variety of tamping tool (hand, rolling, etc.). Find the straightest lumber 2x4 you can find and place it across the barriers holding the concrete in place, or "forms". The 2x4 should extend at least a foot past the forms in each direction. This object is referred to as a screed board. Using the technique described below, move the 2x4 down the forms to remove excess concrete.  Use a sawing motion to pull and push the 2x4 across the concrete as you move it down the length of the forms. This sawing motion helps prevent tearing as you level the surface. Tilt the leading edge slightly away from the direction of travel to create a thin cutting edge where the screed board meets the concrete. Keep at least a 1 inch (2.5cm) hump of concrete in front of the edge at all times. This will fill any holes in the concrete's surface. Pour and level in stages for larger projects. At the end of the slab, push the excess concrete against the forms for easy removal with later tools.

TL;DR in English: Pour the concrete Compress the concrete only if necessary. Place a 2x4 across the concrete. Use the 2x4 to level the concrete.
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Generally, the Settings app has an icon that resembles a gear.  Tap the icon in your app drawer to open it. The Settings menu is a little different from one Android model to the next.  The easiest way to find where to enter emergency information is to use the Search function.  Tap the magnifying glass icon in the upper-right corner to display the search bar. The search bar is at the top of the page.  This displays a list of menu options related to emergency contacts. When you see "Emergency contacts" in the list of search results, tap it to navigate to it in the Settings menu. This opens the Emergency Contact options in the Settings menu. This displays a menu that allows you to add your Medical information. Use the following steps to enter your medical information:   Name:To enter your name, tap Name and then type your full name in the space provided.  Then tap Ok.  Address:.  To enter your address, tap Address and enter your address in the line provided.  Then tap Ok.  Blood Type.  To add your blood type, tap Blood Type and then tap the radio button next to your blood type.  If you are unsure of what your blood type is, tap the radio button next to Unknown.  Tap outside the list when you are finished.  Allergies:  If you have any allergies, tap Allergies and then list all the allergies you have on the line provided.  Tap Ok when you are finished.  Medications:  To enter medications you are using, tap Medications.  Then list all medications you are currently taking in the space provided.  Tap Ok when you are finished.  Organ donor status:  If you want to include your organ doner status, tap Organ Doner.  Then tap the radio button next to "Yes", "No", or "Unknown".  Tap outside the menu when you are finished.  Additional medical information:  To enter any additional medical notes or conditions, tap Medical notes and list any additional medical information you wish to include.  Tap Ok when you are done. The arrow pointing left in the upper-left corner navigates back to the previous screen.  Tap it when you are...

TL;DR in English: Open the Settings app . Tap the magnifying glass icon . Type Emergency contacts in the search bar. Tap Emergency contacts in the search results. Tap Emergency Contacts. Tap Edit Information. Enter your medical information. Tap . Tap + Add Contacts. Tap Contacts. Add an emergency contact.
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Because group coverage is provided for many people through an organization, insurance companies are ultimately able to save money. Accordingly, you are more likely to receive comprehensive (or full) coverage than if you purchase as an individual on the open market. You are also likely to pay a lower premium than you would by purchasing individual insurance. One negative about purchasing insurance through an employer is that the employer probably makes various decisions about the scope of coverage. For example, the employer may want to only allow you to access physicians within one provider network. Your HR rep will guide you through the paperwork of joining a company insurance plan. Your company will generally offer several different plans from at least one, perhaps several, insurance carriers. In filling out your application, you may need information pertaining to:  Your previous insurance plan Any enrolling eligible dependents Any serious illnesses Many companies offer health insurance plans for full-time employees. You can also use these plans to cover an entire family, though you'll have to pay some monthly fees based on the plan that you choose and the number of people you are covering. Companies typically offer these types of plans.  Health Maintenance Organizations, or HMOs, are the least expensive option. In this type of health plan, you have a primary care physician who takes care of all health issues and refers you to a specialist when necessary. Preferred Provider Organizations, or PPOs, are more expensive, but give you more freedom in your choice of doctor. You are able to see any doctor within the organization without a referral. Point of Service, or POS, plans offer discounted rates for providers that are within a network, but you are free to pay higher rates to see a doctor outside of the network. You should complete the application and turn it in to HR in a timely fashion. Keep a copy for your records in case HR loses the application. After you submit your application to Human Resources, you...

TL;DR in English: Understand the benefits of group coverage. Contact Human Resources. Compare plan options. Fill out an application. Receive your health insurance card. Consider COBRA for temporary insurance.
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Start with one rope in each hand (as you would in the method above) and fold the left-hand rope on top of itself to make a good-sized loop. This method will make a knot that's identical to the one in the method above. As above, you can make a loop with the right-hand rope and reverse the directions to get the same knot.

TL;DR in English: Double up the left-hand rope to make a loop.
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Slowly lift each dumbbell out to the sides, like wings, until your arms are almost parallel to the ground, almost at shoulder-height. Slowly exhale as you use the muscles in the top of your shoulder to lift the dumbbells. Keep your head straight and aligned with your spine. It the lats are engaged, and the shoulder blades are retracted (as they are supposed to be), it is impossible to lift the arms above shoulder height. If the arms go above shoulder height, the lats are not engaged. If you are doing the exercise correctly, your arms will not go higher than the shoulders. If you are using a resistance band, lift the ends of the band as you raise your arms to shoulder-height or just slightly below. Allow yourself to build a little tension in your shoulder, making the workout more effective. Keep your core engaged and stabilized.  Do not flex your wrists or position your arm so that your wrists are higher than your elbows (they should be roughly at the same height or in line). If your wrists are held too high you will shift the work away from your shoulders.  To prevent this, imagine the dumbbell is actually a bottle of water and you are tilting it forward to pour out the water.

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Call the police if you suspect an intruder. Install motion-detecting lighting. Purchase items that can be used as weapons. Own a firearm if you feel comfortable doing so. Keep pepper spray or mace in your house.

Plopping is a technique that uses an old t-shirt instead of a towel to dry your hair. Using microfiber towels as gloves is a technique that is exactly as it sounds. Towel drying can easily cause frizz but these techniques can eliminate that as well as reduce tangles and prevent your hair from breaking.  Plopping requires you to place an old t-shirt on a flat surface positioning the end with the sleeves facing you. Bend over and lay your head at the center of the t-shirt making sure that there's material in front of and behind your hair. Try to position yourself so that your hair scrunches hair straight down. Cover the back of your neck with the bottom of your t-shirt. Then, gather the front material of your t-shirt and keep it tight against the sides of your head as you take the sleeves and wrap them from the front to the back of your head. You may twist the sleeves and side material to help keep it tight against your head. Tie the sleeves at the front of your forehead to keep the plop tight. Tuck in any loose material and leave to dry.  Once the conditioner has been rinsed off, turn your head upside down and scrunch your curls with microfiber towels. You may be able to purchase actual microfiber towel gloves online or your local beauty supply store. Scrunching your hair removes excess water while still adding volume. It also reduces frizz and keeps the definition of your curls. The sheer force of a hair dryer can ruin your curls and create a lot of unwanted frizz. Diffusers evenly disperse the air produced by your hair dryer. They may also be used to add volume to your hair and help set curls.  Make sure your diffuser fits firmly onto your hair dryer. While your hair dryer may have come with an attachment, you can also buy a universal diffuser online or your local beauty supply store.  Apply your styling products before drying your hair with the diffuser. Your hair should be about 75% dry before using the diffuser to finish drying.  Use the medium setting of your hair dryer if you do not have time to use the...

TL;DR in English: Towel dry your hair using plopping or microfiber towels as gloves. Add a diffuser to your hairdryer. Pick the right products to control your frizz. Use your dry hair with wet fingers and don't use a brush.
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Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about stretches that can ease your back pain. Before and after each game, perform these stretches or others that target your back muscles. Doing these can ease your pain, prevent further injury, and loosen your back muscles. Not every stretch will work for every body or be optimal for certain types of back pain, but consider the following stretches:  Stretch the shoulder by holding a golf club behind your neck and shoulders. Grasp both ends of the club with your hands and rotate your torso gently from side to side from your hips for 10-20 reps.  Stretch the hips by lying down on the floor and pulling one knee to your chest. Return the leg to the floor and repeat with the opposite knee. Perform 10-20 reps.  Stretch the hamstrings by bending over touching your toes. If you can’t reach the floor, simply allow your body to hang over your legs for 10-30 seconds. Use an ice pack or a bag of frozen vegetables on you back 30-60 minutes before you play golf. Keep it on your back for 20 minutes and then remove it. Icing your back before a golf game can reduce swelling and inflammation that cause pain. This may allow you to fully enjoy your game with less or even no pain. Use a towel between the ice pack and your skin to help prevent frostbite.  Freeze a foam cup full of water and gently massage it into your back for 20 minutes. If your skin gets too cold or numb, remove the ice. Pop an over-the-counter pain medication such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to relieve your back pain and discomfort. Some, such as naproxen sodium and ibuprofen, may even ease swelling and inflammation in your back. Following dosing instructions to keep you comfortable during your entire golf gain. Take any of the following pain meds to relieve back pain:  Aspirin Ibuprofen Naproxen sodium Acetaminophen Avoid pushing yourself too much during your golf game. Play as many holes as you are comfortable and take frequent breaks. Pay attention to signs of severe pain and stop your game to prevent further...

TL;DR in English: Stretch your back and body regularly. Ice your back before your game. Take an over-the-counter pain medication. Listen to your body.
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If you want your fender flares to match the rest of your vehicle, you can find the vehicle's paint code in the manual or by contacting the car or truck manufacturer. Finding the paint code will allow you to go out and purchase the same exact color as the rest of your car. For example, Clover Green's color code for a 2000 Acura Integra is G-95P. Painting the car's trim the same color as your fender flares will give your vehicle a uniform look. Contact the vehicle's manufacturer or look inside of your user manual to find the color code for your vehicle's trim.  Painting your fender flares the same color as the vehicle's trim will make them look like they came with the vehicle in most cases. Modern vehicle paint is often fade-resistant.  If you think your car's paint is fading, buffing the car with a cleaning product will remove airborne contaminants and revive the luster of your paint job. If you are going for a more bold or creative look, you can paint your flares a completely different color than the rest of your vehicle. Choose a bright fluorescent color for an upbeat feeling or a more muted color for a laid-back look.  If you want your flares to stand out, select a color that contrasts with the vehicle's paint job. For instance, red, yellow, and white fender flares will pop on a black car. Black fender flares look good on a variety of different vehicle colors. You can go out and purchase stencils that you can use to paint certain designs, such as flames, on your vehicle’s fender flares. Look for these stencils online or at automotive shops. Examples of stencils you can use include stars, letters, or something that blends in with an existing custom paint job. It’s important that you don’t use traditional spray paint to paint your fenders or it may not look good. Instead, go online or to an automotive store and purchase an enamel or polyurethane automotive paint and primer. These paints will come in a spray paint form. If you’re unsure of what to buy, ask a store associate for help.

TL;DR in English: Use the paint code to find an exact color match. Select a paint code that matches your car's trim. Paint your flares a different color for a bold look. Purchase stencils for a custom look. Purchase an enamel or polyurethane automotive paint.
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As soon as you secure your physical security, it's important that you speak with the authorities and move forward with legal action, or at least explore your options. You should know how to proceed legally and learn about safety precautions from the police. Ensure that your abuse will end. As soon as possible, you should get in touch with a domestic abuse counselor and learn about your options moving forward. Depending on your situation and the length of your relationship, it may be difficult to get a new job, a new apartment, or make the other big changes this might require. Domestic abuse counselors can help. Keep records of any attempts that your partner takes to get in touch with you after breaking up. Write down a description of events that happen in person or on the telephone, and keep any physical evidence such as emails, social media messages, or text messages.  You need to document all of the correspondence that you receive, particularly if it contains threats of violence. If you are able to, you should document any physical abuse that happened while you were with the abuser or that he inflicts after the breakup. This is an essential part of building a legal case against your abuser and it may help in the event that you need a restraining order. A restraining order (also known as a personal protection order)allows you legal protection from a past abuser. Take any and all evidence of abuse you have as well as a letter describing the abusive situation and the relationship between you and your abuser to your local courthouse. They should provide you with further instructions about how to fill out the appropriate paperwork to get a restraining order.  If the court approves your restraining order, it will need to be legally served to your abuser.  After it has been served, you will file a proof of service with the court. Talk to the clerk at the courthouse about how to do this. Keep a copy of your restraining order with you all the time so that you can show it to the police if necessary. You never know...

TL;DR in English: Contact the authorities. Document your abuse. File a restraining order. Don't offer a second chance. Make changes in your routine.
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If you see a burglar or think someone is breaking into your home, leave your house if you can do so safely. Otherwise, grab your phone and hide. Call the authorities as soon as you can, and avoid the intruder. Designate a safe room in your house. It is best to have a plan in advance, rather than coming up with something on the fly. This will alert you if someone is outside your house. Motion detectors are fairly cheap and easy to install, and you can adjust their distance range and how long the lights stay on after activation.  Keep in mind that animals, cars driving by, and heavy winds can potentially activate motion lights. Also, depending on where you are in your house, you may not even see the lights turn on. While you should avoid confrontation with an intruder if at all possible, you may be in a situation where you have to defend yourself. Baseball bats and golf clubs work well, as well as anything sharp. Make sure to keep any dangerous objects away from children. In case of emergency, any household item can be used as a weapon. You might have easy access to a broom, lamp, or telephone. Keep in mind that guns are very dangerous and you need to know what you are doing. If you purchase a gun, you should take a class or have someone teach you to shoot it properly. Learn about the self defense and gun laws in your area, as it may be illegal for you to shoot an intruder unless they are threatening you.   Laws regarding possession of firearms vary in different cities and states. You might be required to have a background check and take a gun safety class. Store the gun in a secure and safe location. Always keep the safety switch on unless you need to use it. Pepper spray is an effective defense weapon because it doesn't require physical strength or skill. It is cheap and available at many stores and online. It quickly disables burglars and gives you time to call the police.  Keep it well out of reach of young children. If a burglar is in your home and you don't own pepper spray or don't have access to it,...

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Dig a square hole in the perimeter of your house. Put a board in the hole, put boards in all parts of the hole except one place (this one place will be the door). Fill up holes, make sure that the boards don't wobble much by filling up the holes. Screw the boards of wood that are your wall together. Seal up the screws. Put in a roof. Make a door (optional). Make windows (optional).

The most important way to get an agent to represent you in the business, be it acting or music, is to get out there and start doing your craft. Agents look for talented and already established artists with a track record they'll be able to profit from, not people who may be talented but who've never done anything in the business. If you want to get an agent for acting, you need to act first. If you want to be a singer, you need to perform. Go to every open call-out for actors and take whatever work you can get. The experience may not be glamorous, but it's experience that you can use to move up in the world. If you play music, get on every open-mic, local festival, and radio show that will have you and listen to your music. Get your name out there as a reliable worker. Aside from getting as much experience working as you can, you also need to practice and perfect your skills by taking lessons, workshops, or classes related to your craft. Even if you want to be a stand-up comedian, there are craft-centered workshops in which you learn stage-timing and receive feedback from experience joke-tellers. Find a class or workshop in your area and sign up for it. If you don't enjoy the work itself, there'll be no point in getting an agent to help you get more of it. Start building a network of actors or musicians whom you trust and can use for guidance in building a career. You'll be able to use them for craft tips most importantly, but they'll also prove useful when it comes time to meeting agents. If you've got an actor friend who has scored representation from a licensed agency, you might have an "in" with that agency if you've worked together and shared resources in the past. Help out other performers, too. If you hear about an open call-out for actors, tell your actor friends rather than hiding it from them and hoping to keep it a secret so you'll get it for yourself. When a friend wins a part, celebrate. Spreading the wealth around benefits everyone and will make them more willing to help you out if you need it.

TL;DR in English: Work as much as you can. Perfect your craft. Talk to other performers.
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In order to write, you will either need staff paper and a writing implement, such as a pencil or pen, or some kind of music writing software. Writing by hand is problematic because, in order to hear what you’ve played, you have to be able to play an instrument or you need to find someone else who can. With music notation software, you’re able to hear what you’ve written immediately, using the computer playback.  Some examples of music writing software include: Sibelius First, Finale and MagicScore Maestro.  For free music writing software, try MuseScore and Lilypond. If you play or have access to an instrument, you can try playing your melodies using your instrument to hear how they sound before writing them down. Using the outline you created earlier, construct each individual movement. While writing, you’ll need to be constantly making decisions regarding different musical techniques and styles within your piece. Some of those techniques include:  Dynamics Rhythms Intervals Harmonies Theme development Counterpoint Voice leading Orchestration Traditionally, symphonies are written for the following instrumental types: strings (violin, viola, cello, and bass) woodwinds (2 flutes, 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, and 2 bassoons)  brass (2 French horn, 2 trumpets with a small orchestra) and percussion (2 tympani, triangle, and cymbal) for a small orchestra. A medium size is when you can add a piccolo, English horn, bass clarinet, contra bassoon to the woodwinds and double the number of French horns and add 3 trombone plus a tuba to the brass as well as extra percussion instruments. If you can go larger, go for it.  You don't however, have to stick with traditional instrumentation. If the instruments are available and there are players to play them, feel free to use other instruments in your symphony either adding them or using them like different colors (eg. replace one traditional instrument with one non-traditional one). For example, the inventor of the saxophone family designed his instruments for the orchestra (built...

TL;DR in English: Gather your materials. Start writing. Assign melodies to different instruments.
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Lined paper will help you write each letter evenly and uniformly. It will also help to distinguish the difference in size of the upper case and the lower case letters. If you are teaching your child how to write the alphabet, interact with them as they write each letter. Once they finish writing the letter “A” and the letter “B”, for example, ask them about the differences between each letter. This will help your child remember each letter and start to get a sense of the different shapes of each letter. Draw one angled vertical line facing right: /. Draw another angled vertical line facing left:  \, ensuring both lines touch each other at the top upper tips:  /\. Draw a horizontal line in the middle of the two lines: A. This is A. Draw one vertical line:  | . On its right side, draw two half-bubbles, going down the line: B. This is B. Draw a half-moon, with an opening on the right: C. This is C. Draw a vertical line: |. Then, starting at its top right, draw a backwards C (step 3): D. This is D. Draw one vertical line: |. Draw three horizontal lines, all on the right side of this, each 1/3rd shorter than the original (if you want, make the middle line shorter than the lines on the top and bottom). One goes on top, one in the middle, one on bottom: E. This is E. Draw an E (step 5), but omit the bottom horizontal line: F. This is F. Draw a C (step 3). Then, draw a horizontal line, beginning at the base of the bottom tip, half-way through the C: G. This is G. Draw two vertical lines next to each other: | |. Then, draw a horizontal line in the middle, connecting them: H. This is H. Draw one vertical line: |. If desired, put two short horizontal lines at the top and bottom of the vertical, placing them so the vertical connects them in the middle of the horizontal lines.  This is I. Draw a backward-facing fish hook: J. This is J. Draw a vertical line: |. Then, draw two lines, starting from the right hand side, each emanates from the middle. One angles up, the other down: K. This is K. Draw a vertical line: |. Then,...

TL;DR in English: Take out a piece of lined paper. Make the letter A. Practice the letter B. Try the letter C. Make the letter D. Practice the letter E. Try the letter F. Make the letter G. Do the letter H. Try the letter I. Practice the letter J. Make the letter K. Make the letter L. Try the letter M. Practice the letter N. Make the letter O. Try the letter P. Do the letter Q. Practice the Letter R. Make the letter S. Do the letter T. Make the letter U. Try the letter V. Practice the letter W. Do the letter X. Try the letter Y. Make the letter Z.
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Oral, anal, and vaginal sex can all spread STDs. While oral sex with a condom has the lowest risk of transmission, there is no 100% "safe" sex. You can, however, protect yourself to lower risks of STD a great deal. Forms of protection such as male condoms, female condoms, and dental dams greatly reduce risk of STD infection. There is always some slight risk, however. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about the effectiveness of sex protection. Some forms of STD prevention also help prevent pregnancy, such as male condoms; however, there are many forms of birth control that have no impact whatsoever on STD transmission. Remember that any nonbarrier form of birth control, such as hormonal birth control, IUDs, or spermicide, will not prevent the spread of STDs. Most condoms are made of latex and are effective at preventing STDs; however, there are some condoms (that are often labeled as "natural") that are made out of other materials such as sheepskin. These non-latex condoms might prevent pregnancy but not the spread of STDs. To be safe, be sure that your condoms explicitly say "disease protection" on the packaging. Condoms are very effective and reliable, so long as they are used correctly. They can be purchased at most drug and grocery stores, sex shops, or obtained for free at some hospitals and clinics. Use condoms every time you engage in sexual activity: they only work if used consistently.  Male condoms fit on the penis and are put on before engaging in penetrative sex. They work for vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Open the package carefully (not with your teeth or a pair of scissors), place it so that the rolled up edges are facing away from the person wearing it, pinch the tip, and carefully roll it on. Inspect it for tears or holes and if you feel it break at any time, pull out immediately. Also, use lubricant to keep it from tearing due to friction. When the act is completed, pull out (while holding the condom on) before the erection is lost and carefully dispose of the condom. Absolutely do not...

TL;DR in English: Recognize that all forms of sex have STD risks. Recognize that forms of protection are not entirely foolproof. Be aware of the difference between birth control and STD prevention. Buy latex condoms that say "disease protection" on the package. Use condoms correctly and consistently. Only use one condom at a time. Make sure condoms haven't expired. Don't store condoms in hot or sunny places. Use dental dams. Use medical gloves. Use protection on any sexual devices. Do not use oil-based lubricant on latex products.
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The hole should not be very wide, but should be a foot or 2 deep. This will be the walls of your house.  Do this by putting a small piece of wood on 2 pieces of wall and screwing the ends of the little piece of wood to the pieces of wall. Do this for all parts of the wall. You need to cover the pointy ends of the screws. You probably don't want to get rained on, so you will have to add a roof to your house. For this part, you get a long board of wood, one so long that it can go from one end of your house to the other. Put this board on top of the wall, one end on top of North Wall, the other end on top of the South Wall. (it doesn't have to be North and South, just as long as you use opposite directions. Then, screw the roof board to the wall that is under it. Then continue putting on roof boards. If you want a door, you can put a board on the hole if you want a simple door, but for a more complex door, you should attach hinges to a wall near the door, and attach a board of wood to the other end of the hinge. To make windows, cut out a square in a board before you put it in the hole.

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Use a pencil to create a solid color. Use a pencil to create a solid color. Use a pencil to create a solid color. Use a pencil to create a solid color. Use

Use back and forward strokes to create a smooth, flat look. Draw in a tight circular motion to add texture to your drawing. Vary the pressure on the pencil to create different shades. Use hatching to create a 3D effect in your drawings. Utilise the cross-hatch technique to create a shadow effect.

The master key will give you an express ride if you have one. Your building's manager should have a key, and if you have enough clout, you may be able to just ask for a copy of the key. Firefighters have master keys that work on most elevators, as they need them in case of emergency. If you know someone in the profession, you may be be able to convince him or her to give you a copy of the elevator's key. However, understand that your firefighter friend is likely to be reluctant. Putting master keys in the hands of the public can be dangerous and possibly even illegal. Check the legality of having such a key in your area. If you fail in your quest, you can also check eBay for master keys. You can look for all-access keys that should work in a variety of elevators. Most of these have four sides to work in multiple types of elevators.  Buying keys is somewhat of a legal gray area. Check to see if it's legal in your state before purchasing one.  However, to make sure the key you buy works on your elevator, you may need to do a little research. Look at the make and model of your elevator, which is usually listed inside the elevator. Use that information to find out what kind of key it takes. To use the key, insert it in the keyhole when you get in the elevator. You may need to try more than one if it's four-sided. Leave the key in. Push the button of your floor to get an express ride.

TL;DR in English: Ask for a copy of the master key. Ask your firefighter friends. Check eBay. Use the key.
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Measure the distance between your armpits to your upper torso. Use a simple piece of string, a small-diameter rope, or a body strap. Cut two pieces of material to this length and see if they fit around your body. The chest strap should be leveled to your arm pit on your upper chest.  Once you find a comfortable fit, seal the ends with a knot to prevent unraveling. You can also use Velcro to attach the chest strap. Measure and cut out two thin strings that will go over your shoulders and attach to the chest strap to hold it in place. Take a measurement while the chest strap is attached, then remove the chest strap to attach the shoulder straps.  You can knot the straps in place or use velcro to secure the shoulder straps to the chest strap. Imagine the design of a bra to help construct this design. There are plenty of options for underarm guards or pads. You can either make your own pads or buy a pack of premade pads designed to attack the sweat. Use whatever product or design that fit your needs. Use a safety pin or tape to attach the underarm guards to the harness where it crosses under your armpits. The guards should fit snugly against your underarms without impeding circulation. The easiest way to put on the harness is to insert each arm as if pulling on a cut-off T-shirt. Put your head through the harness. Adjust the length of the shields as needed. Once you're satisfied with the placement of the guards and harness, put the rest of your clothing on.  Determine if you can see the harness while fully clothed by looking in a mirror. One way to hide the harness is by wearing an under shirt over the harness and then wear an additional shirt. Loose fit clothing will also help conceal the harness. Give yourself at least one week to test the comfort of the harness before trying a new technique.

TL;DR in English: Create a chest strap. Attach two shoulder straps. Acquire a pair of shields. Attach the guards to the harness. Put on the harness before your other clothing.
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Wrap the measuring tape around the neck, beginning at about one inch from the meeting of your neck and shoulders. This may also coincide with the bottom part of your Adam's apple. Come fully around the neck, leaving no dangling space in between the neck and the tape. Don't pull too tightly so as to create unnecessary tension, just enough so that you are getting a true measurement. Make sure the tape is level and not being held at an angle. This is the actual neck size.  The dress shirt size will be half an inch bigger.  For example, if you measure your neck to be exactly 15 inches (38 cm) around, then your dress shirt size will be 15½ inches (39.5 cm).  If you measured on a 1/4 inch/centimeter, then round up to the nearest 1/2 inch/centimeter. For example, if your neck size was 16.25, round up to 16.5. Your neck size should range between about 14 - 19 inches or 35.5 - 48.3 centimeters.

TL;DR in English: Start your measurement. Hold the tape tight. Note the measured number.
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Anxiety can create stress that leads to difficulty remembering and poor performance. You can spend time in the classroom a difficult subject is held to make it less imposing and improve your ability to concentrate.  Organize a study group with your friends in a classroom you feel anxious. This can help ease your nerves. Perceived stress can have a greater influence on mental state than biology. By perceiving a challenge as manageable, we can limit excessive worry or negative thought cycles. Automatic negative thoughts can create fear or feelings of inadequacy. These are typically a kind of irrational thought, and are not helpful when preparing for school. Ask questions about your negative feelings and think about how you want to resolve them. This can lead you to a more positive state of mind. Studies have shown that breathing exercises are effective tools for stress management and emotional control. Proper breathing techniques can alleviate dizziness, shortness of breath, and increased heart rate.  Pursing your lips can slow your breathing to a more natural rate.  Counting as you breathe, making sure to breath in fully and then completely exhale, has also been shown to help with stress and anxiety management. These can sometimes be difficult for you to identify. Something as simple as a caffeinated beverage or energy drink might put you on edge and in a bad mental state. Other triggers can be specific events, scenarios, activities, or people. Ask yourself, "What might make me feel better in this situation?" In some cases, apprehension can be lessened by removing caffeine from your diet or asking a friend to tag along. Some common triggers include:  Coffee Soda Caffeinated tea Tests Speeches Physical evaluations Presentations.

TL;DR in English: Familiarize yourself with your learning environment. Challenge your negative thoughts. Practice breathing exercises. Note triggers for your anxiety.
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This technique is sometimes called the shading stroke because it is perfect for coloring in large areas. Move the pencil back and forth over your paper to create an even and solid color. Use this technique on any types of drawings, including landscapes, sky scenes, portraits, and abstract pictures. Try to keep a consistent pressure when using the back and forward strokes to make the color look even. This is a quick and easy way to make your drawing look 3-dimensional. Simply move your pencil in small circular motions over the paper. Use this circular technique to add realistic texture to clothes, skies, trees, animals, and faces.  Experiment with different sized circular motions on scrap paper to figure out which style you like best. To darken the color, simply overlap the small circles. Similarly, to lighten the color, use slightly larger circles and spread them out a little more. You can get a lot of colors out of one pencil just by changing how hard you press down. Press really gently to create a light color and press firmly to create a darker color. To make objects look 3-dimensional, press harder in areas where you want to create shadows and press lightly in areas that you want to highlight.  This is perfect for drawing sky and water, as it allows you to create the different shades that are found in nature. This helps to make your drawings look more realistic. If you find that you are breaking the lead in your pencil, press a little lighter and color over the same section a few times to achieve the same depth of color. Hatching is a shading technique that involves drawing multiple parallel lines in a row to fill a blank space with color and texture. Don’t worry if there is a little bit of white between the lines, as this helps to accentuate the unique texture that hatching produces.  Draw the lines close together to create deep, solid colors, or separate the lines a little to make the color look lighter and more dispersed. Make the lines the same color to create a solid color, or use different colors to...

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Use a program called "Memory Used" to test your computer's RAM. The program is called "Memory Used" to test your computer's RAM. The program is called "Memory Used" to test your computer's RAM. The program is called "Memory Used" to test your computer's RAM. The program is called

Open the program(s) you want to test. Open Spotlight . Open Activity Monitor. Click the Memory tab. Review the amount of in-use RAM and remaining RAM.

Brownies continue cooking as they sit outside the oven, which helps them firm up and taste extra delicious. Leave your brownies on a wire cooling rack on top of your counter until they are completely cooled. Avoid leaving your brownies on the stovetop. The heat from your oven will delay the cooling time. A serrated knife works well for cutting through brownies. You could also use a smooth blade if you don't have a serrated one.

TL;DR in English: Let your brownies cool for 1-2 hours before you cut them. Use a serrated knife to make the cuts.
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If you are properly connected to the internet, you should be able to browse the internet using a web browser. This connects to the web interface for the router.  The router's default IP address is going to be different depending on the make and model of the router.  Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's web page to find out what the default IP address is for your router. Common default IP addresses include 192.168.0.1, 192.168.1.1 and 10.0.0.1 You will need to sign in to the router using the default username and password.  Consult the user's manual or manufacturer's website to find the default username and password for your router. Common usernames and passwords include "admin", and "password". The web interface for each router's make and model has a different layout.  Locate the wireless settings for your router.  They may be under "System", "Settings", "Configuration" or something similar. Locate the SSID settings on the web interface for your router.  Type a name for your wireless network in the SSID field. This is the most secure encryption key for wireless passwords. This may be labeled "key", "wireless key" or "pass key".  This is the password you will enter on other devices to connect to your wireless network.  A strong password should be at least 8 characters and have a combination of letters, and numbers. Make sure you use a password that you don't mind giving to guests.  Don't use a password you use for other personal accounts. Locate the option to save the changes to your router.  This is going to be different from one router's make and model to another.

TL;DR in English: Open a web browser. Type the router's IP address in the address bar. Enter the default username and password. Locate the wireless settings. Name your wireless network. Select "WPA/WPA2" as the encryption key. Type a wireless password. Save the changes to your system.
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Shears designed specifically for trimming hair will give you the best results. Avoid using regular scissors or you may not get an even cut. To keep an established moustache neat and tidy, you can use scissors to tend to the finer details rather than buzzing it all off indiscriminately. For this approach, comb the hairs straight down so that they’re hanging over your lip. You’ll be able to see right away how much you need to take off. Remember to dry-comb your moustache to get a more accurate sense of length. Use the teeth of the comb to gather up the hairs to the desired length. Then, snip off everything that extends beyond them, adjusting the comb as necessary.  Use the bottom blade to gently lift the hairs away from your skin to avoid cutting yourself. Work slowly and carefully—making a mistake may force you to cut your moustache shorter to correct the imbalance. There’s a good chance that your scissors won’t be long enough to clip each and every hair at once. To guarantee an even length, proceed one section at a time, beginning with the philtrum area and moving outward to the edges. Be sure to snip the hairs at the same point all the way across. Use the previous section you cut as a guide so the next section is even.  Double check each cut before you commit to it. Once it’s gone, you can’t put it back. For longer moustaches, trimming the middle section slightly shorter than the sides can create the appearance of shape and body. Look over your moustache from top to bottom and zero in on any excess growth you missed the first time. Once you’ve done this, scan the outer perimeter of your lip for stray hairs. These can also be dealt with using your scissors, though tweezers or a handheld razor will eliminate hairs at or near the root, making them disappear for good.  Turn and tilt your head to get a better look at your moustache from every angle. One or two hairs may go unnoticed at a distance, but they’ll be obvious once you’re face to face with someone else.

TL;DR in English: Use hair cutting or grooming shears. Comb your moustache down over your top lip. Hold the comb in place and trim any hairs that fall below your lip. Work from the center of your moustache outward. Inspect your handiwork.
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Plug it in and wait for it to heat, or turn it to a certain temperature, depending on the model you're using. In many cases, a small light will come on when the waffle iron is ready.  A good test of the temperature is to let a drop or two of water fall on the plates of the waffle iron. The drops should sizzle and dance for 2-3 seconds before vanishing. If the drops sit there for much longer than that, the waffle iron isn't warm enough yet. If they vanish in less than a couple seconds, the waffle iron may be too hot. Use an egg separating tool to separate the yolks from the whites and place them in separate bowls. You may also separate the eggs by cracking them in half and tipping the yolk from shell half to shell half, letting the white drop to a bowl below. It's all right to leave a bit of the egg whites in with the yolk, but don't get any yolk in with the egg white.  The egg whites won't foam properly if there is even a little yolk in them. Beat the butter or oil and egg yolks in a separate bowl.  Add the milk and vanilla, and continue beating until the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Make a well in the dry ingredients. Pour the egg yolk mixture into the well. Stir the ingredients together until everything is moist. Don't overmix the ingredients, or the waffles will come out dense. You can leave a few lumps in the batter. Gently mix them into the batter until everything is a fairly even consistency.  Again, don't over-mix.  Remember that folding is a very gentle, top-to-bottom sort of stirring.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the waffle iron. Separate the eggs. Beat the remaining wet ingredients. Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Fold in the egg whites.
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You should have each program you want to use to test your computer's RAM up and running before you proceed. For example, if you want to see what your RAM looks like while running Safari, QuickTime, and GarageBand, you should have all three of these programs running before proceeding. Click the magnifying glass icon in the top-right corner of the screen to do so. A search bar will appear in the middle of the screen. Type in activity monitor, then double-click the Activity Monitor result in the menu that appears below the Spotlight search bar. It's at the top of the window. Doing so brings up a list of programs currently affecting your computer's RAM. At the bottom of the window, you'll see a "Physical Memory" heading and a "Memory Used" heading. The first heading refers to the amount of RAM your computer has installed, while the second refers to the amount of RAM currently in use.  Subtract the "Memory Used" value from the "Physical Memory" value to calculate the amount of remaining RAM. You can also watch the "MEMORY PRESSURE" graph to see a real-time representation of approximately how much RAM is being used.

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're not sure what to do, try to find a job that's easy to find. If you're not sure what to do, try to find a job that's easy to find. If you're not

Find a quiet space. Get comfortable. Focus on your breath. Open your eyes slowly.

If your leg pain is chronic, aggravated by walking or particularly severe, then seeing a chiropractor or osteopath is a good idea. Chiropractors and osteopaths are spinal specialists that focus on establishing normal motion and function of the spinal joints that connect the vertebrae by manually adjusting them. Problems in the spine, such as a disc herniation, "pinched" nerves, or degenerative arthritis, can cause pain, numbness and/or weakness in the legs — making it difficult to walk.  Although a single spinal adjustment can sometimes completely relieve your issue, more than likely it will take three to five treatments to notice significant results. Chiropractors and osteopaths also use a variety of therapies tailored more towards muscle strains, which may be more appropriate for your leg issue. Medical specialists may be needed to rule out the most serious causes of chronic leg problems, such as diabetic neuropathy, venous insufficiency (leaky vein valves of the lower leg), stress fracture of the tibia, infections, bone cancer, chronic compartment syndrome (swelling of the lower leg muscles), or popliteal artery entrapment. These conditions are obviously not common causes of tired and sore legs, but if home care and conservative therapies are not effective for soothing your legs, then more serious problems need to be considered.  X-rays, bone scans, MRI, CT scans, diagnostic ultrasound and nerve conductance studies are  diagnostic tests and modalities that specialists may use to help diagnose your leg issue. Your doctor may also send you for a blood test to rule out diabetes, inflammatory arthritis or a bone infection. You may be given compression socks to wear if the veins in your lower legs are weak or leaky. If the stress is too great in your life and it's causing musculoskeletal and/or emotional problems, then talk with a mental health professional. Aside from helping with stress, anxiety and depression, cognitive-behavioral therapy can also help with musculoskeletal pain.  Mental health professionals...

TL;DR in English: See a chiropractor or osteopath. See a medical specialist. See a mental health professional.
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You can peel the sweet potatoes or leave the skin on. It doesn’t matter how the potatoes were cut—they could be diced, in large chunks, or even in wedges. Use a clean bowl that is big enough to contain the potatoes without them extending up over the lip of the bowl. Check that there is enough room in your fridge for the bowl. If not, clear out some space so it will fit. You can use filtered or tap water. Give the potatoes a quick stir to ensure the water has gotten in between all of the pieces. You could also add a handful of ice to the bowl to make sure the water stays as cold as possible, though this isn’t required. If you are prepping for a big meal, dice up your sweet potatoes up to a day in advance and store them in the fridge until you’re ready to cook them. If you drain the potatoes and notice that they are turning brown, that they’ve started getting soft, or if they are slimy, you should discard them as they may be going bad. Don’t leave the bowl out on the counter for longer than 1-2 hours. The potatoes will probably be okay, but there is also a chance that the water will get warm, which could cause the potatoes to start turning brown.

TL;DR in English: Place your cut, raw sweet potatoes into a large bowl. Cover the potatoes with cold water. Keep the bowl in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
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Cut the avocado into chunks. Pour in the lemon juice. It can be used now, or, if you're not using it for raw food purposes, do the following:  Place the puree into a saucepan Bring to a boil, then turn down to low and simmer. Stir frequently. It's ready when it thickens to a consistency you like. Allow to cool before using. As above, this can be used as a sandwich filler, cracker spread or used as a cake filling.

TL;DR in English: Peel the banana and cut into slices. Place the slices and chunks into the blender. Blend or process until smooth. Use within 24 hours and store in the refrigerator if not using immediately.
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In order for you to feel capable and successful, you need to find a job that plays to your strengths. Make a list of your skills, experience, and other qualifications, and look for jobs that match. If you are a very shy and introverted person, you may never feel comfortable working as a motivational speaker or a sales professional. Focus on jobs that require a bit less in terms of assertiveness and interpersonal communication. Examples of jobs that are best for shy people include:  programmer financial clerk scientist writer manager of web content Remember that the job itself is only part of the equation; ideally, you also want to find a work environment in which you’ll feel comfortable. For any job posting you see, try to find out what the company culture is like. If, for example, you’re interested in a programmer position but find that the company in question is very fast paced and stresses collaboration and frequent meetings, you may decide not to apply. The company website is a good place to start; read its “about us” and “careers” pages to glean what the company is, how it operates, and what it expects from its employees. In addition, try:  conducting a keyword search of the company on the internet. Doing so will help you uncover reviews and articles about a particular company. You may wind up with a better understanding of how a company runs and whether its employees are happy. viewing company and employee social media pages. The company’s social media profiles may provide additional information about the company. Employees’ profiles can be especially helpful, as they may suggest whether the company attracts people with similar personalities, interests, and abilities. Ask yourself whether you would feel comfortable working with those people. Once you have determined which potential jobs you might feel happy at, apply! Do not pass up an opportunity because you lack confidence or are worried you will come across as shy and introverted in interviews. Take the first step, and send in your application. If...

TL;DR in English: Search for jobs that match your strengths. Focus on jobs that will feel comfortable for you. Research potential employers. Apply for desired jobs with confidence. Begin networking.
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You can meditate anywhere, but it's best to find a quiet place free of distractions. If you're at work and you have an office, try closing the door. If you don't have your own space, you can go for a walk on your lunch break and find a peaceful place away from the office.  If possible, reduce distractions by silencing your cellphone and turning off your computer. Try and find someplace you can be alone for 5 to 10 minutes. If you can't find a quiet space indoors, you might want to try sitting outside (if the weather permits it). Comfort is very important when you meditate. There's no prescribed position; it's just crucial that you get into a position that helps you relax.  When some people think of seated meditation, they picture a meditation master sitting in perfect lotus position with the legs crossed. If this is comfortable for you, then go ahead, but if not just find what makes you relaxed. You can try sitting with your legs crossed, sitting in a regular chair or on a bench, or even lying flat on the floor. If you're comfortable (and feel safe) closing your eyes, then go ahead. If not, keep your eyes open but try to focus on a point on the ground just in front of you. Deep breathing is at the heart of meditation. Concentrate on the sensation of breathing, and try to block out any other thoughts. Any time you find your mind wandering or your thoughts racing, simply return your focus to your breath.  Don't take shallow breaths in your chest; instead, take deep breaths that go all the way down to your diaphragm (below the ribs). Feel the air flow through your nostrils and into your lungs. Notice the sensation of your belly rising and falling with each inhalation and exhalation. You can either set a timer for 5 to 10 minutes, or simply breathe until you feel a sense of calm come over you. You can take these little meditation breaks anytime and any place when you need to calm down and quiet an anxious mind. When you're finished, slowly open your eyes. Don't get up right away; give your eyes and your mind a...

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Recognize that the primary way that God will lead you is through your conscience and the Bible (Romans 8:14-16, John 17:17). Avoid all that sinful. Ask God for Guidance (Jeremiah 33:3). Address Jesus. Ask what He would like you to do. Ask what He

Be aware of your tendency to judge. Watch for projections. Forgive yourself for judging. Refrain from gossip. Limit exposure to judgmental media.

Make sure that the disk is inserted before you go looking for it on your computer. Ensure that the disk is inserted rightside-up.  Make sure that the disk lock is not engaged before inserting the disk. When formatting a disk, all the information contained on it will be erased, so make sure you've backed up anything you need to save. You can access this by clicking the Go menu, selecting Utilities, and then selecting Disk Utility. It will be listed in the left frame of the Disk Utilities window. This is located in the right frame of the Disk Utilities window. In the Volume Format drop down menu, select "Mac OS Standard" if you only plan on using the disk with other Macs. If you want to use it with multiple operating systems, select "FAT". You can label the disk by typing a label in the "Name" field. Click Erase... to begin the formatting process. You monitor the progress by looking at the bar in the Disk Utility window.

TL;DR in English: Insert the disk. Open the Disk Utility program. Select the floppy disk. Click the "Erase" tab. Select the format. Start the format.
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The decking should rest about 1/2 inch away from the edge of the pool to allow for expansion.  Adjust the edges of the board that rest near the pool wall with a jigsaw as needed. Use spacers between decking boards to allow for drainage and expansion. 1/4" or 3/8" spacers are common, but you can use 1/2" spacers if more expansion is expected. Look at the place where the decking meets the exterior edge of the perimeter supports. Use a circular saw to trim any spots where the decking juts out over the supports.

TL;DR in English: Install 2" x 6" decking from the outside support of the pool.
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You should have already read the text for class, but if you’re studying for an exam, make sure you go back and re-read it to catch things you missed out on the first time. Many authors use techniques such as metaphors, similes, and personification to emphasize their points. These may be crucial to understanding the literary work you’re reading: for example, knowing that the white whale in Moby-Dick represents (among other things) Captain Ahab’s hubris is essential to being able to understand Melville’s novel.    Metaphors make direct comparisons between two seemingly dissimilar things. They are stronger than similes. For example, the last line of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel The Great Gatsby is a famous metaphor comparing human lives to boats trying to make progress against a strong current: “So we beat on, boats against the current, borne back ceaselessly into the past.”  Similes also make comparisons, but they don’t directly state that “x” is “y”. For example, Margaret Mitchell uses a simile to describe Scarlett O’Hara’s interest in Ashley Wilkes with a simile in her novel Gone With the Wind: “The very mystery of him excited her curiosity like a door that had neither lock nor key.”  Personification occurs when a non-human animal or object is given human characteristics in order to express an idea more powerfully. For example, Emily Dickinson frequently uses personification in her poems, as in this poem about a snake: “A narrow fellow in the grass / occasionally rides; / You may have met him, -- did you not, / His notice sudden is.” Here, the snake is a “narrow fellow” who “rides” in the grass, which makes it seem almost like a dashing Victorian gentleman, rather than a reptile. The way that an author expresses her or his ideas is often as important as the ideas themselves. In many cases, the form and structure of the text will have some kind of influence on its subject matter.  If you’re reading fiction, think about the order in which the events are recounted. Are there flashbacks or places in the narrative...

TL;DR in English: Re-read your text. Look for figurative language. Consider the structure of your text. Think about character archetypes. Think about situational archetypes. Consider how action develops from conflict.
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Even Jesus followed His conscience (Mark 2:8). You should follow Him first before expecting your prayers being met. John 15:7 says, "If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you." For your conscience to be a good guide, you must avoid associating with sinners or it will contaminate your spirit (2 Corinthians 7:1). 1 John 5:14-15 says, "And this is the confidence that we have in Him, that, if we ask anything according to His will, He hears us..." You can pray for wisdom (Ephesians 1:17).  James 1:5 shows that God wants you to have wisdom and He wants you to have it in abundance but you must ask in faith. You don't have to be on your knees. God gets your prayer anyway, though you must be in a state of reverence. Start with saying, "Dear God," or "Dear Lord" You must show willingness to leave everything for Jesus just like Abraham showed willingness to give his only son to God. God happily gave his son back to him. But a certain wealthy man turned away when he asked Jesus and Jesus told him to sell all he has. He denied Jesus. James 4:3 says, "Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss..." You can then end with, "In Jesus name I pray. Amen"

TL;DR in English: Recognize that the primary way that God will lead you is through your conscience and the Bible (Romans 8:14-16, John 17:17). Avoid all that sinful. Ask God for Guidance (Jeremiah 33:3, James 1:5, John 16:13). Be still (Psalms 46:10). Address Jesus. Ask what He would like you to do. Ask for forgiveness for your sins.
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The only way to truly stop passing judgment is to know when you are doing it in the first place. If you are disconnected from your self-talk, you’ll have trouble reframing it. Spend some time tuning it to your judgments of yourself and others. Listen to your thoughts for a full week. Notice the situations when you are most likely to judge. Question why you decided to do this. Keep a log so that you can identify patterns in your judging behavior. Sometimes, what bothers you about others is something that bothers you about yourself. When you are unhappy with some aspect yourself, you are more likely to project this dissatisfaction onto others. As you start keeping a log of judgments and criticisms, try to find the underlying connections. For instance, you judge a coworker for being late, but you do so because you secretly envy how carefree this person is. You often wish you had the nerve to break a rule. When you spot connections between your judgments of others and your own flaws, be willing to acknowledge these shortcomings and forgive. Self-forgiveness is often just as important as granting forgiveness to others. Show compassion to yourself when you judge and stop being so hard on yourself for engaging in an entirely “human” behavior. You might give yourself a hug and say, “I know that I must be hurting to judge my friend so harshly. I forgive myself for judging. I also forgive myself for ignoring my own pain. I am paying attention now.” One of the primary ways people verbally judge others is through gossip. Often gossiping appears harmless, a way to forge a bond with others. But do you really want to get closer to one person by driving a wedge between you and another? Probably not. Stop gossiping and keep your distance from those who tend to do it. The internet can bring out the judgmental attitude in anyone. You may find yourself judging "friends" on your social media feed or criticizing celebrities and politicians. If this brings out your judgmental side, bring awareness to the problem and reduce your...

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Go for well-fitting clothes instead of baggy or tight cuts. Choose v-neck tops instead of round, crew neck collars. Look for button-ups with spread collars to complement broad features. Stick with straight-legged, medium-rise pants with no pleats. Make sure your shorts don’t go past your knees. Wear 3-button blazers with wide lapels to add structure to your looks.

a : ä as a in English car. Simply is shown as a.  e, open e (always stressed) : ĕ as e in English pet. Simply is shown as ε (epsilon). When you get to it you are going down.  e, closed e : ā  as a in English pay. Simply is shown as e. When you get to it you are going up.  o, open o (always stressed) : ŏ  as o in English pot. Simply is shown as ɔ (a flipped c).  o, closed o : ō as o in English bored. Simply is shown as o.  i: ē  as ee in English see. Simply is shown as i.  i (i unstressed and is in one of the combinations "ia, ie, io, iu") : j as y in English yes. Simply is shown as j.  u : ōō as oo in English noon. Simply is shown as u.  u (u unstressed and is in one of the combinations "ua, ue, ui, uo") : w as w in British sandwich or Greenwich. Simply is shown as w.

TL;DR in English: Learn Italian vowels as,
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For a few days, keep a log of everything you normally consume. Read the labels of everything you eat and drink, and note the total calories and fat content per serving for each item. Add up the total calories and calories from fat that you consume per day.  Keep a written list of the items you consume and how much of them you're consuming or track them using a calorie counting app. For items that don’t have labels, such as produce or meat, search online or on your tracking app for calorie and fat estimates. Look up the daily amount of calories recommended for your age, sex, height, weight, and activity level. Compare your recommended intake with the numbers in your food log. This will give you an idea of how many calories to cut from your diet.  For example, suppose you’ve been consuming around 3500 calories per day. If your recommended daily caloric intake is 2500, aim to cut around 1000 calories from your diet. Use MyPlate’s calculator to find your recommended daily caloric intake at https://www.choosemyplate.gov/MyPlate-Daily-Checklist-input. Enter your age, sex, height, weight, and activity level. The calculator will list how many calories you should consume to maintain your current weight and how many you should cut from your diet to get to a healthy weight. Reduce your caloric intake slowly, even if you’re consuming hundreds of calories more than your recommended amount. Try reducing your calories by around 150 per day. You’ll have an easier time adjusting to your new diet, and you’ll be more likely to stick with it.  Don’t cut your calories drastically or consume fewer calories than the estimate you found on MyPlate. For example, if you need 2500 calories per day to meet your basic needs, consuming 1000 per day wouldn’t provide your body with the fuel it needs.  Additionally, your body might interpret a sudden drop in caloric intake as a sign it should store more fat. Your body evolved this fat-storing response in order to deal with periods when food is scarce. Plan your portions and meals to ensure...

TL;DR in English: Calculate how many calories you currently consume. Find out your recommended daily calorie allowance. Lower your calorie consumption gradually. Control your portion sizes. Track your portions and calories in a journal or with an app. Swap sugary and whole-fat beverages for lower-calorie options. Replace high-calorie foods with filling, low-calorie options.
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While some commercial and industrial positions are available to college graduates with a bachelor's degree, most scientists have at least a master's and more likely a doctorate. Graduate programs are geared more toward original research and development of new theories, working with a professor or other scientists, and possibly using cutting-edge technology. Most graduate programs take at least 4 years, and possibly longer, depending on the nature of the research. At this time, you'll have to declare a specialty – something that greatly narrows down the field and allows you to have a concentration. This will make your work more unique and your field of competition smaller. In grad school, you'll need to look for a research internship for your specific area of interest. The amount of professors that are working on something that speaks to you is going to be quite small – which means you'll likely have to go elsewhere to find it. Your professors and your school in general will be very helpful tools in finding which internships exist and where. Tap into all the connections you've made to find something that fits you like a glove. Post-doctoral programs provide additional training in whatever specialty you've chosen as a scientist. Originally lasting 2 years, these programs now usually last at least 4 years and possibly longer, depending on the field of study and other factors. In addition to this, you'll be doing 3 or so years of post-doctorate research after this. It's common for scientists to go through 4 years of undergrad, around 5 years of higher education, and 3 years of research, which means it'll be a solid 12 years of training. After you complete your undergraduate education, you'll likely be given a stipend or paycheck as you work through the remainder of your training. During your decade and more of education (and your career), it's wise to keep up-to-date in your field and related others by attending conferences and reading peer-reviewed journals. Science is constantly changing – in the blink of an...

TL;DR in English: Go to graduate school. Land a research internship just about anywhere. Participate in a post-doctoral program. Keep your knowledge up-to-date. Continue researching and seek out full-time employment.
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If you want to mix an especially pale shade of turquoise, start with white or a very light blue. White paint will make up the bulk of the mixture, so use about as much white paint as you think you'll need – perhaps a bit more. Consider using a near-white grey for a slightly darker shade of turquoise.

TL;DR in English: Use white as the base color.
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Resist the urge to cover up with baggy clothes, which can look sloppy and throw off your body’s proportions. Clothes that are too tight are no better. The trick is to invest in clothes that fit you just right.  If you don’t know your sizes, ask an employee at a clothing store for recommendations. If you’re self-conscious, it may be more comfortable to shop at a men's store that specializes in big and tall sizes. Be sure to choose clothes that fit you right now. You may have to buy new items in the future if you lose or gain weight in the future, but well-fitting clothes can help you look your best in the present. A v-neck collar helps elongate the face and neckline, so look for that collar shape when you’re shopping for t-shirts and sweaters. Crew neck collars, on the other hand, don’t draw the eyes down and can exaggerate a round face shape. Crisp, quality v-neck t-shirts are super versatile. You could wear a v-neck and linen slacks to a barbecue or pair one with a blazer for a business casual look. The distance between a dress shirt’s collar points is called the spread. When you shop for button-ups, look for shirts with widely spread collar points to balance out a broader face and neck.  Ideally, go for collar spreads wider than a right angle. Look where the collar points meet at the top button and form an angle. That angle should be greater than 90 degrees. Narrow collars look out of proportion with broad features. Next to a narrow collar, a broad face and neck look wider. Straight-legged pants can help balance out the proportions of your legs, waist, and stomach. Pants that are as wide at the bottom as at the thigh are especially great if you have a larger midsection but smaller legs. Boot-cut pants with a subtle flare at the ankle could also work, but you generally don’t want to go with full-on bell-bottoms (unless that’s your style!).  Tapered jeans (such as skinny jeans) with wider thighs and thinner ankles can make your legs look disproportionately small and exaggerate your midsection. Pleats can add...

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