Chew gum. Wash your hands well with soap. Clean your face. Air out your hair. Use dryer sheets or Febreeze on your clothes.

There is nothing more beautiful than a girl whose beauty is her own.  When it comes to clothes, pick the ones you feel good and comfortable in. The girl who can barely sit down is not the girl you want to be. Don't like today's trends? Start your own! Having a sense of style is knowing what yours is -- not being able to follow the crowd. . It's contagious. Soon enough, you'll be happier. And everyone around you will be happier, too. A genuine smile will instantly brighten your eyes and slightly flush your cheeks. Automatic blush! Inner beauty affects outward beauty. A vibrant, optimistic personality creates a gorgeous person on the inside and out. A confident person has an aura of self-worth that cannot be wiped off with soap.

TL;DR in English: Embrace your natural style. Smile Think positively.
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One of the hardest aspects of being confident at work is feeling like you’re not measuring up. Observe co-workers at your level, and take note of what they’re doing. Ask yourself if you’re putting similar care and effort into your own tasks.  If you are, reassure yourself that you’re doing what you need to do to contribute to the success of your organization. If you fear that you are not putting in enough effort, select a role model or mentor among your colleagues, and model your work performance after theirs. Ask them for advice, if they are open to it. Most supervisors don’t give praise freely. If they’re giving you accolades for your work, don’t doubt that they feel you deserve it. Be sure not to diminish what you’ve accomplished by giving credit to someone else or saying that the task “wasn’t that difficult.” Writing down the things at which you excel will remind you why you were offered your job in the first place. This will also help you remember what you have to offer your colleagues. Being armed with this knowledge will make it easier for you to interact with them as co-contributors to the mission of your company.] Make a point of celebrating your successes. It doesn’t have to be anything elaborate. You could treat yourself to a drink with friends or a nice dessert after work, or just mark the occasion with a positive note in your journal or calendar. It’s just as important to be humble about how you can improve as it is to recognize your capabilities. If you’re aware of the tasks and skills that you find challenging, you can address them with a sense of calm preparedness. If your co-workers see that you’re self-aware about your faults, they’ll be more likely to share constructive feedback with you -- and to elicit it so they can improve themselves as well! Talk to your coworkers about the goals you are setting for yourself. You might even ask them for feedback about your progress. Over the course of your career, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll make a mistake or have a bad day. Rather than dwelling...

TL;DR in English: Look around at others’ work habits. Believe the compliments you receive. Make a list of your strengths and successes. Make a different list of your weaknesses. Learn from your mistakes.
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Some experts advise using sexual positions that encourage deep penetration, such as a rear-entry position, when trying to conceive a boy. The logic behind this is that ejaculating during deep-penetration sex places the sperm as close as possible to the cervix, giving the fast-moving male sperm an advantage. With shallow penetration, sperm may be deposited farther from the cervix, which means that the more durable female sperm (which can survive longer in the vagina) may have the advantage. Male sperm, which are more fragile than female sperm, tend to die faster in the acidic environment inside the vagina. Giving the female partner an orgasm can improve the chances of the male sperm because during female orgasm, extra cervical fluid is released. This makes the environment more hospitable to male sperm, increasing the chances that they make it to the egg alive. There are also claims that the orgasmic contractions can help push the sperm into the cervix faster. Just remember, these aren’t proven by science. Some research suggests that the older the parents are, the higher the chances are of having a girl. Therefore, if you're trying for a boy, it might be best to start early. The chances are highest for a woman to conceive a boy before age 30. It's age 35 for men.

TL;DR in English: Have sex in a rear entry position. Try for a female orgasm. Consider having a baby before your reach 30 or 35.
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Going to bed the same way helps train your body to sleep, and can also train your body to begin to relax. Go to bed at the same time every night, and wake up at the same time every morning. Brush your teeth, use the bathroom, and do everything else to get ready in the same order every night. You might be afraid at night because you have nightmares, which can make anything related to darkness and sleeping seem scary. To guard against nightmares, make sure you sleep long and hard. Adults should sleep seven to eight hours a night. Children and teenagers need closer to nine to eleven hours of sleep.  Skip the nap. Infants and toddlers need roughly three hours of naptime during the day, but napping interferes with the sleep of adults, teenagers, and older kids.  Use the bathroom before you sleep. Having an overfull bladder can cause nightmares. Avoid eating food or drinking alcohol or caffeine near your bedtime. These can interfere with your sleep, and may provoke nightmares. This will warm up your body, which feels comforting. You will gradually cool off when you step outside of the tub. Your body temperature lowering will help put you to sleep. Stay cool. Don't pile on more blankets than you need. You might have trouble sleeping from being overheated. Exercise helps you sleep, and also lowers your stress. Both these things help you avoid fears at night. Take a walk or go for a bike ride during the day. Don't exercise right before bed, as this will get your energy up and make sleeping difficult.

TL;DR in English: Have a consistent bedtime routine. Guard against nightmares. Take a warm bath an hour or two before bed. Stay active.
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Assuming you have more than a few animals, you'll need to mark them to tell them apart. This will help you track individual milk production and illness. Tagging is a common method. Always buy disease-free animals, and keep them isolated from other animals during transportation to your farm. Quarantining new arrivals (and animals that fall sick) is recommended, especially if they do not have trustworthy, recent health records. Your local government or veterinarian can give you specific advice about diseases in your area.  Equipment shared between farms can spread disease. Try to confirm where the equipment has been used and whether the animals there were healthy.  Disease-carrying ticks are a major problem for livestock. Inspect animals for ticks regularly, and keep the shed area clear of brush. Feeding cattle and other livestock can be a complicated business. There are many different kinds of fodder and forage plants, which provide different amounts of energy, protein, roughage, and various nutrients. A veterinarian or experienced farmer can help you work with the food you have available.  Mineral licks and/or mineral supplements are an important part of the animal's diet. Moldy feed or feed stored in the same area as pesticides and other contaminants can transfer dangerous toxins to the milk.  Dairy animals have high nutrition requirements compared to animals raised for meat. Improper nutrition can lead to lower milk production or lower quality milk. Milk-producing animals typically need milking two or three times a day. Move the animal to a clean location. Wash and dry your hands and the udder before milking. If you've never milked an animal before, learn how to milk a cow or goat. You will need to breed your female animals regularly to keep them lactating as often as possible. The cycle of breeding, calving, and weaning calves has implications for the animal's nutrition needs, health, and of course milk production. Our guide on cows gives you the basics, but this will vary based on species and age. Unlike...

TL;DR in English: Mark each individual animal. Control the spread of disease. Give the animals proper nutrition. Milk the animal frequently. Understand the breeding cycle. Plan for changes in your herd.
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Keep gum handy to pop a piece in your mouth after you've smoked a cigarette to give yourself minty breath. Along with other methods, chewing gum is the easiest and best way to mask the smell of cigarettes. You might even consider chewing some gum while you smoke and then pop in another piece when you're finished. If you get a chance, brush your teeth before anyone gets the chance to smell you. The smell of breath spray usually wears out quickly, but it's another efficient method, as well as mouthwash. The hand in which you hold your cigarette will have the most lingering smell. Washing them thoroughly is the most practical way of getting the smoke off your hands. Use a strongly-scented liquid soap to get the most effective cleaning. Washing your face with soap and water is also important. Scrub your face quickly as you wash your hands, particularly around your chin and mouth. If you have facial hair, pay particular attention to getting deep in your beard and scrubbing. An alcohol swab, or a big spray of deodorant will do the job, effectively but might also be a conspicuous masking smell. If you're trying to keep people unsuspecting, coming in reeking of cologne might do more harm than good. Instead, just dab a bit of deodorant near your neck. This way people will just think you put on a little bit too much of it, and not that you're trying to cover something. If you have long hair, put it back in a ponytail before smoking and let it down when you're finished. Walk around a bit before you have to be around people, or drive with the windows down to get the smell out naturally. If you have a combing cream, you might consider using it, or other hair products that you usually use. To make your clothes smell like clothes, use fabric sheets, which are made to absorb smells like smoke. Febreeze has a light natural smell that serves a similar function, working to remove the smell rather than merely mask it like a cologne, aftershave, or perfume.  Never keep half-smoked cigarettes or cigarette butts in your pocket....

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Examine your fears. Look at your play habits. Understand your interests.

It’s the map icon labeled “Google Maps.” You’ll usually find it on the home screen.  If you haven’t yet enabled location services or calibrated the compass, you should do so before you continue. In addition to GPS/the compass, Google Maps can also use Wi-Fi and local cell towers to find your location. For the most accurate results, connect to Wi-Fi and/or your cellular data network. It’s on the right side of the map, toward the bottom. Look for a solid gray dot surrounded by a gray circle with 4 directional points. The map will re-center to display your current location as a blue dot surrounded by a lighter blue circle. Within the lighter blue circle is a darker blue beam. This beam is aimed in the direction your phone or tablet is pointing. If the blue dot doesn’t appear or is gray, Google Maps cannot find your location. Make sure location services are enabled, and that you’re connected to either a Wi-Fi or data network. If the location of the blue dot is incorrect, it could be due to physical obstructions between you and cellular towers (such as tall buildings or structures). You may also need to restart your phone or tablet.

TL;DR in English: Open Google Maps on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the location icon. Troubleshoot location issues.
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While you’re running, on an elliptical machine, or doing whatever exercise you do, work on a group of five words. Say them over and over to yourself and think about them as you work through the rhythm of your workout. Do the first one from your flashcard, and then repeat the word and definition without it 10-20 more times. If you’re really have a tough time remembering some of the words, you could make up different gestures to go with each word. The gesture you choose might have something to do with the meaning, but it could also be tied to the rhythm of the word, the number of syllables, or how it sounds. Find the gesture that most accurately mimics the word for you. Keep doing it over and over with your word.  Try kicks or jumps for the syllable with the most emphasis. Try hand gestures or head motions for the syllables that aren't emphasized. Sometimes you need to get out of your comfort zone and do something different to help yourself remember the words. If you normally work at a desk, choose a different place in your study area to sit cross-legged on the floor. In that position, think about one word that you want to remember. Focus on that word and its definition. Repeat 10-20 times. For the next word, find a different position – standing by the window, sitting against the wall, leaning against the door – the position doesn’t matter. What matters is that then hopefully you will associate that word with being in that place and that position and remember the word.

TL;DR in English: Take your words and exercise. Make up gestures. Study in a different position.
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Call the  people in the missing person's life and ask when they last saw him or her. Determine if they know anything about the person's whereabouts. Besides friends, family members, neighbors, and classmates, call anyone who had regular contact with the missing person. This may include teachers, doctors, dentists, bus drivers, coworkers, and neighbors.  Keep a log of the people to whom you've spoken and what they had to say about the missing person. Keep it updated with as much detailed information as possible. Encourage people to call you back if they find out more information from another source. Report new findings to the case worker in charge of your missing person’s case at the police department. If the missing person was in an accident, he or she might be in a local hospital and unable to communicate for some reason. In some tragic cases, a missing person will be found with a coroner or medical examiner. Call all the facilities in your area to rule out these possibilities.  When you make the calls, ask for the missing person by name. If no one by that name is on record there, ask if they have unidentified people in their care who resemble your missing person. If the missing person had an encounter with law enforcement that led to an arrest, he or she may be in a local county jail. Check with local law enforcement offices to see if the missing person is incarcerated. You may also be able to check online using the “inmate locator” option on your local law enforcement’s website. This is an important way to gain information about the days leading up to the person's disappearance. Check his or her Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other accounts. Determine whether recent activity contains any clues. Look at the missing person's friends' accounts as well.  Print out correspondence and activity that seems as though it could lead to the missing person's location. Report any activity that might be a clue to the case worker at the police department. Often, the missing person will see the fliers and decide to...

TL;DR in English: Contact the person's friends and acquaintances. Check with hospitals and coroners in the area. Check with your local county jail. Check social media sites. Put up fliers with a picture and description of the missing person.
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In a small dish, mix together 1 tablespoon of honey and ½ tablespoon of sweet almond oil. Apply the mask to your face, avoiding the eye area. Wait 30 to 40 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water.  Almond oil absorbs easily into your skin. Because it is light, it won't clog your pores and lead to acne. If you can't get almond oil, however, you can use another type of oil. For a more hydrating mask, use 2 tablespoons of plain, whole fat yogurt instead of almond oil. Leave the mask on for 15 to 20 minutes.  For a more moisturizing mask, switch out the almond oil for 1/2 of a ripe, mashed avocado. Leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes. Mix together 1 teaspoon of honey, 1 teaspoon of mashed avocado, and 1 teaspoon of plain, whole fat yogurt. Apply the mask over your face, wait 20 to 30 minutes, then wash it off with warm water. Because of how gentle this mask is, you can use it a few times per week. Mix 2 tablespoons of honey with 2 tablespoons of finely-ground almonds and 1/4 of a mashed avocado. Massage the mask over your face, wait 15 to 20 minutes, then rinse it off with warm water. For even more exfoliation, gently massage the mask into your face using small, circular motions as you rinse it off. Place 1 tablespoon of honey into a bowl. Stir in 2 to 3 drops of pure lemon essential oil. Spread the mask over your face, wait 15 to 20 minutes, then remove it with a damp, warm, washcloth.  Avoid this mask if you have sensitive skin. Make sure that you use pure essential oil, not fragrance oil meant for diffusers or soap-making. If you can't find any, try 1 teaspoon of lemon juice instead. Lemon can make your skin photosensitive. Avoid sunlight for 24 hours after using the mask, or apply sunscreen with at least 30 SPF.

TL;DR in English: Make a simple mask with honey and almond oil. Hydrate your dry skin with honey, avocado, and yogurt. Exfoliate your skin with honey, avocado, and ground almonds. Brighten up dull skin with a simple honey and lemon mask.
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Try to avoid ripping off straight from the medium, but there's no profit being made in the game so it's generally acceptable. Many roleplayers hate seeing Godmodders.  God Mod is basically creating a character that can't ever be defeated, and is more powerful than anything in the universe. This can also be referred to as autoing in fights where all your hits connect and you never allow your character to be hit. Godmodding can also be controlling another player's character. Which should be avoided without explicit permission. Remember if your character gets killed off in a storyline you don't have to remove the character completely, unless you were playing for permanent death of whoever lost. Don't make all of the layouts; ask others to make their own too.

TL;DR in English: Choose your favorite character, or make an original. Avoid powerplaying. Make layouts that describe your character without being too flashy.
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Some of your childhood fears may indicate a predisposition for psychic ability. You might have medium abilities if:  You feared the dark. Often, children with psychic tendencies have a persisting fear of the dark that stems from an unconscious awareness of the supernatural. You also exhibited a persistent unwillingness to sleep in a room alone and may also have had vivid nightmares. If you don’t remember how you used to play as a child, ask your parents or guardians. You might have had some supernatural experiences disguised as play. Some of these experiences include: You had an imaginary friend. Often, adults label the spirits or supernatural being children interact with as “imaginary friends.” If you were extremely interested in religion or understanding meaning as a child, this could be an indication you had a psychic connection. If you showed tendencies toward psychic abilities early:  You asked guardians to take you to religious services or to tell you about different religious beliefs in detail. You engaged in play with objects like a Ouija board or tarot cards. You read children’s books centering around the spiritual or supernatural.

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If you are serious about becoming clean of heroin, you must have a friend with you that is really serious about helping you. Educate the person you have chosen for your buddy system. Keep a positive mind even though you feel as though your life is completely over. Remember that the buddy you choose did not do this to you.

One way to win over a snob is to find something that you do agree with or something you do have in common. Maybe it turns out you were both born and raised in Poughkeepsie, New York. Maybe you’re both die-hard Maria Sharapova fans. Maybe you both love making your own pasta. As you spend more time with the snob, dig around conversationally to see if there’s something you can bond over. The snob will begin to see you as a person he shares interests with and will come to think of you as a person of good taste.  If you really do find something you have in common, then you can even impress the snob with your knowledge of the subject. It may take a little digging if you really feel like you and the snob have nothing in common. If you have a mutual acquaintance, see if that person can give you something to work with. Then the next time you see the snob, you can say something like, “I didn’t know you were a Celtics fan, too. Are you from Boston?” Snobs like to stereotype people in order to help them believe that their views are superior. They may have a certain idea about you because you grew up in a working-class neighborhood, went to Harvard, or teach yoga. Though you don’t have anything to prove, if you want to be able to deal with snobby people, sometimes the best thing you can do is to show them that you’re not who they think. It takes time for you to challenge a person’s expectations, but it’ll be worth it. As you help them get to know you, you may find that they’re not who you think, either. Maybe you had a certain idea of the snobby person as being stuck-up, when you’ll learn that the person is really just insecure and afraid of new people. Though it may not be easy, one way to win over a snob is to turn him on to something you know he’ll like. Maybe the person is a pastry snob and you know exactly which boulangerie he’ll like the most; maybe she’s only into indie rock and you make her a CD of Stones hits that you know will do the trick. Make an effort to show the snob that there are other exciting things out...

TL;DR in English: Find common ground. Challenge their expectations about you. Educate them about the things you like. Avoid topics that are likely to start a conflict. Consider your audience. Don’t be a snob to them in return.
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Because the moral is the center of a fable, it’s often helpful to begin outlining your fable by determining the moral. The moral of a fable should relate to or reflect on a culturally pertinent issue that will resonate with many people.  Some examples of famous fable morals to help inspire you include:  "Like will draw like." "The greatest kindness will not bind the ungrateful." "Advice prompted by selfishness should not be heeded." "Fine feathers don't make fine birds." "Strangers should avoid those who quarrel among themselves."    For a complete listing of the morals of Aesop's Fables and links to the stories in which they appear, go here. The problem is what will drive the action of the fable, and it will be the primary source for the lesson to be learned.  Because the nature of fable is to convey culturally-relevant lessons and ideas, the central problem works best when it’s something to which many people can relate.  For example, in "The Tortoise and the Hare," we are are quickly introduced to what will be the central problem or conflict of the story when two characters decide to hold a race. Determine who or what the characters in your fable will be and what traits will define them.  Because fables are meant to be simple and concise, don’t aim for complex or multi-faceted characters. Rather, aim to have each character embody a single human trait and keep the characters within those specific limits.  As the characters will be the primary vehicle for the fable’s moral, choose characters that will most clearly relate to that moral. In "The Tortoise and the Hare" the characters are, as the title indicates, a tortoise and a hare. Because a tortoise is easily associated with things that are slow-moving and the hare with things that are swift, the characters already have what will be their key traits in the story built-in. Though the kind of animal or object you choose for your character will have objective traits built-in, as above, you'll also need to craft the subjective qualities attached to those traits....

TL;DR in English: Choose the moral. Decide the problem. Decide on the cast of characters. Determine the characters' archetypes. Choose the setting. Decide the resolution to the problem.
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A live oyster has a muscle that it uses to hold its shell tightly closed. If a live oyster is open, tapping on its shell should cause it to slam shut. If it stays open, the oyster has already died and you should throw it away. Oysters should always be shucked, eaten, or frozen while they are still alive to prevent exposure to a natural bacteria that can cause serious illness or even death. Hold the shell under running water and use a brush to scrub away any sand, shell particles, or mud that might be on the outside of the oyster. If the oyster isn't clean, you can push dirt onto the oyster meat with the knife when you open it. Oyster shells are sharp, and it's easy to cut yourself when you're opening them. You'll get a better grip on the oyster and be less likely to get a cut if you protect your hand. Carefully slide an oyster knife into the hinge, or the pointed edge, of the oyster shell, and twist until you hear a pop. Run the knife along the top edge of the oyster to free it from the shell, then break the top shell away. Keep the oyster upright to save as much of the oyster’s juice as possible. Leave about 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) of headspace in the container, then seal the container and place it into the freezer. Carefully lay the oysters flat so the juices don’t spill out, as this liquid contains a lot of flavor. It will also help keep the oysters plump and hydrated while they’re frozen. After 3 months, your oysters will run the risk of becoming freezer burned and they will no longer be suitable for eating. Label the container so you don't forget how long they've been in the freezer. When you're ready to thaw out your oysters, place them in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours.

TL;DR in English: Tap each oyster to make sure it's still alive. Scrub the shells with a stiff-bristled brush. Hold the oyster with a dish towel or a glove. Pry off the top shell of the oyster. Place half-shell oysters in a shallow container. Store your oysters in the freezer for up to 3 months.
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If you want to take your cat to the vet without a crate, you need to get him used to being in the car without his crate. If you get a cat as a kitten, it's much easier to introduce him to the car.  Kittens tend to adjust to new experiences much faster than adult cats. If possible, start training your cat to travel when he's less than a year old.  If your cat is older, you can still train him to travel in the car safely. It just might take a little more time. Slow introductions work best, as a car can be a frightening environment for a cat. Introduce him to the car in intervals. Bring your cat into the car when it's not running. Keep him calm and give him treats and attention as he adjust to a new environment. Spend a couple of weeks letting him explore the car in short intervals and familiarizing himself with this new territory. Once your cat is used to the car, you should transition into driving with him.  First, try turning on the engine and letting him get used to the noises it makes.  After he's used to the engine, practice short drives. Even driving the car around the block is enough. As your cat adjust to being in the car, you can practice longer drives. It's a good idea to do a few test drives to the vet's office to get your cat used to the route before any appointments.  Use positive reinforcement in the form of treats and praise throughout the process. Even the most calm cats can cause problems in the car if frightened. Alternatives to carriers, like bags or baskets, can be used to secure a cat so he does not cause problems for you driving. You can also have a harness or strap to safely secure him to the seat. You do not want your cat to crawl under your feet or the break/gas pedal while you're driving as this could easily cause an accident. If you do not have a car, you'll need to get your cat used to public transportation before you take him to the vet's office. You can practice short trips on a bus, train, or subway. However, understand the vast majority of public transportation options in a city...

TL;DR in English: Start at a young age, if possible. Introduce your cat to the car gradually. Practice driving before a vet visit. Take safety precautions. Get your cat used to public transportation.
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Refined sugars come from pastries, cookies, pies, cakes — items from the bakery and snack-food aisle. Refined sugar also shows up in white bread and rice. The Mediterranean diet includes very little to no refined sugar, so aim to eliminate these products from your diet. Switching from white to whole grains is a great step. Try using natural sweeteners in coffee and cooking like honey, molasses, or agave. Replace butter in cooking with olive oil. Put hummus, olive oil, or tahini on bread instead of margarine or butter. Use non-stick cookware so you don’t have to grease with butter. Experiment with recipes that replace butter with healthier alternatives. For instance, replace butter with applesauce or prune puree in baking recipes. Red meat is rarely included in the Mediterranean diet. Limit red meat consumption to two to three times per month. When you do eat it, be sure to get lean cuts of meat. Keep your meat serving to about the size of a deck of playing cards.  Meat is graded by its fat content, with “prime” cuts being the highest in fat. Lower cost cuts of meat have less fat, and are healthier options. Loin and round cuts are good lower-fat selections.  Cut visible fat off of meats before cooking, and drain the grease afterwards.

TL;DR in English: Significantly reduce the sugar in your diet. Eliminate butter and margarine from your meals. Save red meat for special occasions.
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Have him/her monitor all your phone calls just in case someone tries to call you and try to get you to buy something or your drug dealers calling you to find out why they haven't heard from you. Explain to them the severity of the symptoms included in withdrawal so that they can assist you and continue to help you get through it. Never keep yours feelings bottled up, it will only cause more problems. Make sure that the person that you choose for your buddy system is trustworthy and is sincere about helping you. Make sure that the one you choose is someone that you can talk to about anything in your life and preferably is someone that you have known for many years. So even when you are at your lowest peaks, remember that they do not have to help you and that they chose to do so. Most of all, remember that they have feelings too. And warn them in advance that you are going to be moody and to not take anything you say during withdrawal seriously.

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Find an old takeout, pie or salad container. Get your soil. Set up your light source. Choose organic seeds. Try spicy microgreens. Pick earthy and mild microgreens.

Get in the spirit of the disco era by wearing a variety of fun, bright colors. Don’t worry about your colors clashing or looking too out-of-place—at the disco, all colors are welcome! If you’re feeling especially bold, opt for metallic or sequined clothes to make your outfit sparkle. For instance, try pairing a bright orange, form-fitting crop top with a pair of dark blue bell-bottoms. Go to a disco party in maximum comfort by incorporating spandex into your outfit. You can find Spandex in a variety of different clothing items, including jumpsuits, jeans, and tops. Mix and match until you find the perfect outfit! Viscose rayon is also a great option if you like to wear a lot of patterned fabric. Pay homage to the disco era with a variety of classic symbols on the accessories, such as a peace sign or disco ball. Try to find shirts or other articles of clothing printed with these popular symbols. If you’re feeling especially ambitious, order a cheap disco ball online and bring it to the party! If you want to take a more musical theme with your costume, wear some vintage tees of famous 70s bands like ABBA or the Village People. Look for clothing and accessories that have an element of fringe, or dangly decorations. You can find many vests and boots with fringe, in addition to pants as well as other items of clothing. While not as stereotypical as a jumpsuit or pair of hot pants, fringed clothing and accessories are a great way to add an extra layer of cultural depth to your disco attire. Take advantage of the disco era’s bright and flamboyant fashion style by opting for patterned clothing and accessories. If you’re looking for a more feminine style, choose a shirt or dress with a paisley pattern. If you’d prefer a more retro look, opt for a Hawaiian shirt instead. Animal and floral prints are also great pattern options for a disco costume.

TL;DR in English: Dress up in bright, flashy colors to stand out at the party. Pick clothing made of Spandex to wear something fun and flexible. Choose accessories with classic 70s symbols to embody the disco spirit. Select fringed fabrics for an extra funky vibe. Try on clothing with bright and fun patterns.
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At the beginning of the letter, tell the person your name and why you are writing to them. Do you like their music or their movies? Do you look up to them and want to be like them? Did they help you deal with a problem you were having? Be honest and express your true feelings.  You may say, “Hi, my name is Nicole. I love your music because it helped me get through a really hard time.” You could say, “Hi, my name is Alex. I play basketball, and I want to be a great player like you one day.” You may say, “Hey, I’m Michael. You are my favorite author, and I have read all of your books!” Once you introduce yourself, tell the person why you like them so much. Go into more detail about they have affected your life. Be honest and be as specific as possible.  If you were writing to your favorite athlete, you may say, “I watch all of your games on TV. I was so excited when you guys made it to the playoffs.” If you are writing to your favorite singer, you may say, “I love all of your music, but “Confident” is awesome. I listen to it every morning before I go to school.” If you were writing to your favorite author, you may say, “Hermione is my favorite character. I can relate to her so much.” End your letter by thanking the person for what they do and for taking the time to read your letter. You should also include your contact information at the end of the letter just in case the person wants to write back to you.  You can say, “Thanks for reading my letter and for making great music.” You may also say, “I know you are a very busy person. Thanks you so much for taking the time to read my letter.” Your contact information should include your name, address, city, state, and zip code. Famous people get a ton of fan letters. They are more likely to read a short letter. Try to keep your letter to one page or less. Take your time when writing the letter. You want the person to be able to actually read what you wrote. If your handwriting is not that good, you can type the letter instead. Have someone else read the letter to...

TL;DR in English: Introduce yourself. Talk about why you like them so much. Say thank you. Keep your letter short. Use neat handwriting. Decorate your letter or envelope. Ask for an autograph. Talk to an adult.
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Most cities have animal control offices to deal with complaints about animals. In some cities, animal shelters handle these complaints. To find the appropriate office, you can look for “animal control” in your phone book.  You can also search the Internet. Type “animal waste complaint” and “your city.” The appropriate office should show in your search results. Once you find the appropriate office, write down the phone number that you call. Before calling, pull together the relevant information to give to animal control. For example, you should have the following:  a description of the animal the animal’s address the time of the incident any other relevant details Some cities give you the ability to make an anonymous report. You might want to report anonymously if you are afraid of the animal owner or if you otherwise don’t want to get involved in any dispute. However, if you report anonymously, then animal control might not do anything. In order to properly punish the animal owner, animal control may have to request a hearing where evidence is presented against the dog owner. Animal control might not be able to bring this hearing if you are not willing to testify. Some cities have online forms you can complete in order to make an animal waste complaint. For example, you can file an online complaint in New York City. After you complain, animal control should reach out to the animal’s owner. An inspector may even stop to meet with the animal owner. You should offer to help animal control in any way that you can. For example, you should share with the inspector any documentation you have of the waste. After being contacted by animal control, the owner may still refuse to pick up after their animal. In this situation, you need to make a second complaint to animal control. In some cities, such as Fort Worth, you will have to fill out an affidavit. The affidavit should include:  the name of the animal’s owner (or a description if you don’t know the name) the animal owner’s address a description of the animals the...

TL;DR in English: Find the appropriate office. Gather relevant information. Decide if you want to report anonymously. Report online, instead. Meet with an animal control inspector. Make a second complaint.
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If you just started dating, you don’t want to give a huge gift. If you’ve been dating for a while, giving just a card will come across as rude or uncaring. Determine what the last gift-giving occasion was for the two of you. What did you receive from them? Let that help you gauge the type of gift you should give.  If the last thing they gave you was a cool book, you could give them a book or movie in return, but you probably shouldn't give them a nice watch or piece of jewelry. If the last gift you received from them was incredibly thoughtful, like a photograph in a frame, or homemade cookies, you should go for a similarly thoughtful and personalized gift, and not something impersonal, like a gift card. Giving a birthday present is very different from giving a Valentine's Day gift. If you are giving a gift because of an accomplishment (they were just in a play, they made a team, etc.) that may be cause for a different type of gift. Take stock of the situation and decide if you should purchase a sweet or romantic gift, a "thinking of you" gift, a fun gift, or something similar.  A birthday gift will most likely be opened in front of an audience. Birthday gifts are normally not as romantic or deeply personal as a Valentine's Day or anniversary gift. If the gift is for an accomplishment, consider the accomplishment. Flowers are appropriate for many performing arts occasions, while nice pens or certificate holders may be more appropriate for an academic achievement. Regardless of how long you’ve been dating, an experience gift could be one way to show you remembered and that you care without having to decide how big of a purchase you should make. These can be as simple as going bowling or mini golfing if that is something they love to do, or as elaborate as going to see their favorite band in concert.  Science even says that recipients value these gifts more, because they can look back at the memories with fondness for a long time to come. Don't worry about making the experience lavish or expensive. It is the...

TL;DR in English: Assess the seriousness of the relationship. Decide what the occasion warrants. Consider an experience gift. Set a budget for a purchased gift.
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If your friend isn't suffering from a major loss, then you can cheer him or her up by making a small joke or acting like a goofball. If they don't respond, don't push it! But if you give it some time and start trying to cheer your friend up through laughter, it may pay off. Laughter really is the best medicine, and if you can make a joke about the situation that isn't offensive, or just poke fun at yourself to distract your friend, it'll offer some temporary relief. Obviously, if your friend is absolutely devastated, then humor is not your best bet. Keep them as busy as possible. You don't have to drag your friend out to the clubs or put together an elaborate surprise party. You should come over to your friend's house with a movie and a big 'ole tub of popcorn. Go for a walk. Keeping your friend busy can take some of the pain away, even if your friend is resisting at first. They'll need some prodding, and some "fun patrolling," but that's what you're there for.  Your friend may say something like, "I don't want to hang out because I'm just going to be a major downer..." and you can say, "That's ridiculous! I love hanging out with you no matter what." Your friend may be hanging out in his cave-like bedroom. Just getting him or her out of the house and into some fresh air, even if you're only walking to the coffee shop down the street, will do him good physically and mentally. If your friend is really upset, then it's likely that he or she is neglecting his basic duties and chores. That's where you come in. If your friend is forgetting to eat, bring over some lunch or come over and cook dinner. If your friend hasn't done laundry in two months, bring over some detergent (you'll both be thankful for it). Pick up your friend's mail. If he or she is staying home from school, pick up his homework assignments. These little favors may not seem like that big of a deal when your friend is incredibly upset, but they do add up. They aren't a helpless little puppy, but they do need some coddling and support if they are...

TL;DR in English: Bust them up with some light humor. Distract your friend with games, events, and dates. Do some favors for your pal or bring them dinner. Check in on them with regular calls, texts, and visits. Just be there, even if you don't know what to do.
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You will need a container that is two inches deep and has enough surface area for the amount of greens you want to grow. To save money, keep your old takeout containers for this purpose. You could also use one an old plastic salad container. Make sure the container has holes at the bottom for drainage. If you prefer, you could pick up some propagation trays from your local garden center, which are designed for this purpose. Purchase some quality potting soil from your local home and garden center so that your microgreens have a nutritious environment to grow in. Buy enough soil to completely fill your containers or trays with.  You can also buy some coconut coir to add to the potting mix if you want to improve water retention and air flow. Coconut coir is optional, but can be very beneficial for seed propagation. If using coconut coir, fill each container with three quarters potting soil and one quarter coconut coir. You can also pick up some vermiculite to use at the planting stage. Vermiculite is a mineral that also helps with seed propagation. If you are growing in a warm climate and have lots of light in your house, simply place your tray of microgreens beside a sunny window. However, if you are growing microgreens indoors and do not have much light in your house, you will need a grow light. If you use artificial light, you should place the light four inches above your tray of microgreens. You can use a cheap fluorescent shop light with fluorescent bulbs.  If you have a bit more money, you can use full spectrum fluorescent grow lights. These lights will help your greens grow a little better but are more expensive.  You can also use a four inch T5 CFL grow light. Since microgreens are harvested early, all of the nutrients and any of the pesticides that may be on the seed will be highly concentrated. If your seeds are not organic, they could contain a higher amount of toxins than regular greens. So, you should always purchase organic seeds for microgreens. If you are looking to spice up a salad or sandwich,...

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Determine the correct postage. Be aware of different postage rates. Place a stamp on your envelope.

If you're in a hurry, you might not want to make an outline. However, this simple step will save you time in the end. An outline lets you map out your entire essay, start to finish. After that, all you have to do is fill in the gaps.  Figure out the topic sentence, or thesis, of your report. This is the foundation of your entire report. For example, you could write, "Central Park, founded in 1891, is still a hub of activity in the Hillsdale community." Lay out the body of the report. To use the park example, you might have a paragraph discussing historical information, one on ways the park has evolved, and one on the role the park serves in modern times. Summarize your conclusion. Reiterate the point you want to make in your report one more time. The introduction should contain your topic sentence as well as a summary of the arguments you'll be presenting in order to back up your claim. Aim for an introduction that's at least four sentences long. Since this is the beginning of the report, it's your chance to engage readers (or impress your teacher) and give them a taste of what is to come. Take a look at your outline and begin expanding on the points you made. This is your chance to use the research you gathered and the ideas you brainstormed early in the process. Each paragraph in the body of your report should be at least four or five sentences long. More importantly, it should contain substantial information backed with good examples and facts that you have researched.  Never copy source material word for word. You should always paraphrase, or summarize, the information in your own words. Many teachers require that a report have at least three body paragraphs in addition to the introduction and conclusion. Each paragraph should build on the last, leading to the conclusion. If you're having trouble setting up your paragraphs, consider this format: make a statement, back it up with two examples, and make another statement to reinforce your point. Even though you'll be reiterating the information you've...

TL;DR in English: Make an outline. Write the introduction. Lay out the body of your report. Write the conclusion.
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You'll be surprised to find how much of your mood you can control. When you're a teen, you experience a range of powerful emotions. It's normal to feel sad and frustrated, and important to experience negative feelings, but you can also work on ways to feel happy and positive. This will allow you to better enjoy the experiences you have in your teenage years.  Have a ritual you can engage in when you're feeling down. Maybe there's a TV show that makes you laugh. Maybe there's a song you like to listen to. When you're having a bad day, make a point of taking 15 minutes to yourself to cheer up. Find ways to interrupt a bad mood. If you can't stop feeling down, do something to distract yourself. Play a video game. Read a book. If you're feeling stressed in the moment, focus on your breath. Take a series of deep breaths, paying attention to the air going in and out of your nose and mouth. Focusing on your breath can keep you grounded in the present, preventing your stress from spiraling out of control. Exercising has a lot of benefits. Not only is it good for you physically, a regular exercise regimen can also help elevate your mood. Regular exercise can help put you in a better mental state, allowing you to enjoy your teenage years. Pick a physical activity you genuinely enjoy. You're unlikely to stick to an exercise routine you hate. If you love riding your bike, try to go for a two mile bike ride every day after school. Your teenage years are often a time of insecurity. You may be bombarded with a variety of negative thoughts throughout the day about yourself and your abilities. It's okay to feel bad sometimes, but you do not want negative thoughts to prevent you from pursuing certain activities and goals that allow you to thrive as a teen. Work on editing negative thoughts as they occur.  Identify negative thoughts. Notice when you're feeling bad about yourself throughout the day. When you slip into a negative thinking pattern, make an active effort to resist and reframe your thoughts. For example, you may see...

TL;DR in English: Regulate your mood. Exercise. Edit negative thoughts. Accept your strengths and weaknesses. Take setbacks in stride.
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It can be an expensive proposition if the rig is complicated. Masts run the gamut from simple wood spars to slotted aluminum through carbon fiber shafts. From a time-of-assembly standpoint, an aluminum mast is excellent. For salt-water sailing, however, you will need the anodized aluminum.    One great difference between radio-controlled model boats and radio-controlled aircraft is that it's very difficult for even a rank novice to do harm to a sailing model while sailing it. Therefore, the prospective purchaser will be sure to find a number of local R/C skippers who will let him have a try at sailing their boats when asked.  Ask about at your local shops, park departments, and newspapers, and you will be able to locate the local yachtsman sailing his R/C craft at some nearby spot. Stop by and watch him, ask advice, and get to sail a model or two. Find a club. If there is more than one club locally, visit all and choose the one that makes you feel most comfortable and sails a class that you think you would like to start with. Speak to the club members and seek advice from all on an appropriate starting class. Test sail as many member's boats as you can. Most club members are quite willing to give test sails.

TL;DR in English: Examine the fitting requirements of your model. Appreciate the difference between aircraft and boats.
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While depression has the same underlying features in both sexes, there are some gender based differences.  Men tend to blame others for their problems while women blame themselves.  This difference has been theorized to be based on the tendency for women to internalize their feelings while men often externalize their feelings. When someone externalizes their feelings they can act out in angry, aggressive, and reckless ways.  Someone who internalizes (often women) will engage in distorted thought patterns and blame themselves for things they may not have any control over. During depression men tend to create conflict while women will often avoid conflict.  Men typically need to feel in control while women have trouble setting boundaries and feel out of control.  One way a male might try to cope with depression is by reasserting their control over the situation.  Women will often lose control through their depression and feel helpless. This goes back to the nature of internalizing and externalizing emotions, with women internalizing and men often externalizing. Women get lost inside of themselves with their emotion, while men take it out on the world. Both men and women will try to self-medicate, but by using different “medicine.”  Women will use food, friends, and love to self-medicate while men typically use alcohol, TV, sports, and sex to self-medicate. All these differences are due to the fundamental difference between externalizing and internalizing emotion.  Men externalize which results in self-medicating with alcohol and sex, while women that internalize will seek out emotional support in the form of friends and food. For some reason, depression is more commonly associated with women. This is likely because there is a stigma associated with men who show their feelings. This traditional view needs to be broken, as men do not always need to be "tough." Men tend to think that they'll be perceived as weak, which simply isn't the case. Showing emotion is not only natural, it's important. Because of this,...

TL;DR in English: Recognize that men externalize their feelings. Know that men tend to create conflict. Recognize that the sexes "medicate" differently. See that stigma often keeps men from seeking treatment. Know that suicide rates are higher amongst men. Know that both women and men are affected by depression.
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Putting an ice pack on the bruise will reduce swelling and help it heal more quickly. Wrap an ice pack, resealable plastic bag filled with ice chips, or a bag of frozen veggies in a towel and apply it to the bruise for 10-20 minutes at a time. Repeat multiple times over the first 2 days. Flexible gel-filled ice packs, specifically designed for injuries, are available from sports shops.  Athletes usually keep a few on-hand to fight bruises. Reduce blood flow to the bruised area with a little help from gravity in order to prevent blood from pooling and reduce discoloration. Aim to elevate the bruised part of your body a few inches above your heart.  For instance, if the bruise is on your leg, settle onto the couch and rest your leg on top of a few pillows. If your arm is bruised, try to prop it up on an armrest or a few pillows, so that it's at heart-level or above. If your torso is bruised, you might be out of luck.  Focus on icing the area instead. Compression bandages decrease the blood flow to the wrapped area, which can prevent blood from pooling at the site of the bruise. They also help reduce swelling and pain. Don’t wrap the bruise too tightly, though; simply wind an elastic bandage around the area. Only wrap the area for the first 1-2 days. Working your muscles increases blood flow to that area, which won’t help a bruise heal. Call it a day and cool your jets, both to prevent further injury and give your bruise a chance to heal.  Hang out on the couch. Watch a movie, play a game, read a book, or  just do something that doesn't require much physical activity. Head to bed early.  Your body needs sleep to repair itself, so hit the hay as soon as you feel tired. If the bruise is particularly painful, take an over-the-counter painkiller for relief.  Follow the dosage instructions and never take more than the recommended amount. Avoid aspirin or ibuprofen, which act as blood-thinners and could make your bruise worse. After the first 24 hours or so, applying moist heat can help get rid of a bruise. Use a...

TL;DR in English: Ice the bruise. Elevate the area. Wrap the bruise with a compression bandage. Rest if possible. Take acetaminophen if necessary. Apply moist heat after 24 hours. Stay away from certain foods that can prolong bruising.
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Postage is required to send mail through the postal services in most countries. If you are using a standard business envelope, you will most likely only need one stamp to mail your letter.  Currently, stamps are $0.49 each. One stamp is sufficient for a letter that does not exceed one ounce in weight.  If your letter weighs more than one ounce, you will either need to affix an additional stamp, or better yet, you should take it to a local post office to be weighed. You can then pay the exact postage needed. You can also calculate your required postage by going to the United States Postal Service's website. Postage rates do change fairly frequently. If you haven't mailed a letter in awhile, the old stamps that you have stashed in the back of your desk drawer may be insufficient.  A good way to handle surprise increases in the cost of a stamp is to purchase Forever Stamps. These are non-denominational stamps which once purchased can be used to mail First-Class letters forever—regardless of any subsequent price increases.  Currently, a First-Class Mail Forever Stamp is priced at $0.49.   Currently, a First-Class Mail International Global Forever Stamp and/or a Postcard Stamp is priced at $1.15. If you send a lot of letters (and you should consider doing so—writing letters is a lost art!), you should definitely stock up on Forever Stamps. The stamp goes in the upper-right corner of the envelope.  Make sure that you do not place your stamp over any part of the mailing address (the mailing address should be centered lower on the envelope, so this shouldn't be a problem). Make sure as well that you do not write over the stamp. Of course, if you do not have stamps, or do not have the correct postage, take your addressed envelope to the nearest post office and they will handle it from there. Double-check that you've included all of the necessary, correct information. You're ready to mail!

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Take surveys for money. Use your photography skills for money. Tutor other students. Offer a laundry service. Edit essays for money.

The decision to commit can be a tricky one. Whether or not you are ready for a committed, steady relationship can be determined by a number of factors. Every case is different, and you might have certain expectations for a relationship. Ask yourself:  How do I feel about him? Do I feel excited when we are together? Do I miss him when he is gone? Can I handle the time commitment of a serious relationship right now? What type of relationship do I want?  Have we fought before? If so, how well did we handle it?  Does he respect me? Are there any red flags I am concerned about? Am I uncertain about his character? Do I trust him?  How do I feel about monogamy? Do I want an exclusive relationship with one person? If so, am I willing to be monogamous with this man? If not, are both parties open to a polyamorous relationship? Am I doing this because he makes me happy? Or are other people pressuring me to have a boyfriend? Asking your guy to be your boyfriend too soon can scare him off if the feeling isn’t mutual, but waiting too long can create confusion and hurt feelings. Since all relationships are different, there’s no specific amount of time you should wait before asking. Trust your instinct. If the timing feels right, it might just be.  If you have just met the guy, you might want to go on a few dates before you ask him to be your boyfriend. You may not want to commit to someone you just met. Many people ask a partner to become steady or exclusive after about six dates or one month.  Some people wait until they have dated for three months to have the talk. If you have a long distance relationship, you may want to establish this talk sooner rather than later. This will help both parties understand what is expected even when you are far apart. You should have some indication about how the guy feels about you. The only way to be absolutely certain about his feelings is to ask him, but you can look for certain signs that might signal his feelings.  If a man refers to future plans, it might be a sign that he is...

TL;DR in English: Determine whether you’re ready to commit. Take the length of your relationship into consideration. Identify whether the guy is interested. Prepare yourself for rejection.
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Many people think that to build muscle you have to train every day, but that's not the case. Muscles get bigger when they get small "breaks" in training, and get stronger when they build up again during REST days. So don't exercise the same muscle groups two consecutive days. Rotate muscle groups so you're training your arms, back, chest, and other areas on the days you aren't working out your legs. Making sure to work out your other muscle groups is important when you're working on your legs. Don't neglect the rest of your body! Make your leg workouts count. They shouldn't last more than 30 minutes, but those 30 minutes shouldn't feel comfortable. You want to go all in and maximize the workout, putting a lot of pressure on your muscles so that they break down and build back up stronger.  For each exercise, you should use an amount of weight that you can lift for about 10 reps before you have to stop. If you can lift an amount of weight 15 times without stopping, you aren't lifting enough. If you can't lift it more than 5 times without needing a break, you're doing too much. Some trainers recommend "training to failure," which is the practice of repeating an exercise until you can't do even one more rep. This is said to build up the muscles more quickly, but it can cause injury if done incorrectly. Work with a trainer to figure out which technique is right for you. Many bodybuilders train with "explosive" movement, but this can cause injury if you push yourself too hard or use the wrong technique. If you're interested in these quick, forceful motions, take the time to learn them correctly:  Start with a lighter than usual weight. Always use a slow, controlled release on the eccentric (the lowering or lengthening part of the exercise). Pause and contract the muscles at the low point of the exercise. Explode into the lift or push. Start with a short range of motion and increase the distance gradually as you train. Keep your joints slightly bent at peak range of motion to prevent damage to connective tissues....

TL;DR in English: Train at least 3 times a week. Work out hard. Practice explosive reps. Get plenty of rest between workouts. Prioritize weights over cardio.
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Check to see if they have brackets already attached to them. The brackets are the point at which you will screw the sliding shelf into the cabinet. Check the correct sides for the drawer slides by sliding them onto either side of the pull out drawer. Align the drawer with the cabinet itself. Check the front, back and sides to ensure it’s straight and square with the opening. Adjust the brackets, slides and shelf inside the cabinet if the door doesn’t close.

TL;DR in English: Pick up the drawer slides. Turn the pull out drawer so that the front is facing the ground. Place the drawer with slides into the kitchen cabinet to be sure it is the correct size. Close the door of the cabinet.
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A single, fully-grown kale plant will need a container that is about 12 inches (30 cm) deep and equally wide. Be sure to choose pots that have drainage holes at the bottom. Fill the pots about 3/4 full with the same growing medium you used to germinate the seeds.  If you decide to plant multiple plants in one pot, try to provide each plant with a diameter of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) of space to grow. The pots can be made of any material as long as they are large enough and have drainage holes. Use your finger to loosen the growing mix around each plant. Remove each seedling gently to avoid damaging the roots. Tip the seed tray sideways if it makes it easier to remove the plants. If your seed tray is made of flexible plastic, push in the bottom of each seedling container to release the plants easily. Dig a small hole in each pot that is about the length and width of the seedling's roots. Gently insert the plant into the growing medium. Fill the space around the roots with the growing mix, just enough to cover the roots entirely. The stems of the plants don't need to be buried in the growing mix. Add water around the base of each plant until the growing medium is moist. Stop if water begins to pool in the pots. Over-watering your plants can cause them to become water-logged and it may damage their roots.  You will have to water kale grown in pots more than outdoor kale plants. Water the plants every few days, or whenever the growing medium looks dry. Kale needs at least partial sun to thrive and grow. If you can, place your kale pots next to a south-facing window. In very high temperatures, provide your kale plants with partial shade to prevent sun damage. If temperatures reach over 70 °F (21 °C), move your kale plants from a sunny spot to one with partial shade. To grow greens indoors without sunlight, you will need a lighting system that delivers the light spectrum they require. Buy a 2 or 4 fixture for fluorescent bulbs and mix cool white and warm white bulbs. Be sure that you have enough lighting to...

TL;DR in English: Prepare pots for your kale that are at least 12 inches (30 cm) wide and deep. Remove the seedlings from their trays very gently. Plant each kale seedling as deep as its roots. Water the plants just enough to moisten the soil. Choose a spot that gets at least 4 hours of sun a day for your kale. Purchase grow lights if your home doesn't get much sunlight. Prune your kale plants to slow their bolting.
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Building a yurt requires many of the same processes as building a tiny house; the main difference lies in the placement of your yurt (secluded in nature, rather than near civilization). If you're thinking of building a yurt, look into different yurt patterns online, and watch some yurt-building tutorials on YouTube to determine whether or not you're up for the challenge. If you’re overwhelmed by the task of building a yurt from scratch, you can buy yurt-building kits or pre-made/used yurts. Look online for a yurt or yurt-kit that will suit your lifestyle. Some companies, including Pacific Yurts and Rainier Yurts, are renowned for making high quality yurts. Yurts tend to cost around US$2000 to $6000 to purchase in kit form, and take about two days to assemble. Before setting up your yurt, be sure that the area is legal for setting up camp. If you do not own the land where you want to place your yurt, you may need planning permission, so check with your local municipality for the ins and outs of part- or full-time yurt living. You should also make sure that the regional area is not at risk for flash flooding or excessive snowfall.  Opt for a location below the brow of a hill. If possible, setting up your yurt at the base of a large hill will help protect your yurt from winds. For the sake of cooking and cleaning, it’s best to have your yurt situated near a clean water source. If this isn’t possible, consider investing in a small rainwater tank, or an appropriate system for roof-top water collection. Most yurts are built over decks, cinder block piers, or some other solid structure that elevates the floor of your dwelling from the earth. If you can afford to buy or build a deck, these structures are recommended for their dual function as places to sit, barbecue, and hang clothes. Consider building a portable deck. That way, if you get the nomadic itch, your deck can come with you.

TL;DR in English: Build a yurt if you have the time, resources, and carpentry skills. Buy a yurt if you’d rather not build your own. Choose a safe and legal land area. Place your yurt near a clean water supply. Prepare a base for your yurt.
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If you have free time between classes or after classes, many websites will pay you to take surveys. While the pay is not always high, if you're taking a few surveys during your downtime each day, it adds up. You also may be able to find companies that pay you to test websites. You will have to spend a few hours browsing the site, and then take a survey reviewing your experience on it. If you're skilled at taking pictures, you may be able to make some money doing so. If you have a small portfolio of quality of photos, assemble it on a website or blog. Then, advertise your services as a photographer. Offer to photograph events on campus for a reasonable fee. You can also make money via photography online. Websites like Dreamstime allow you to upload your best photos. Each time someone downloads one of your images, you receive payment. If you're talented in a particular subject area, offer your skills as a tutor. Put up flyers around campus offering to tutor students in a particular subject. You can place these photos in relevant locations. For example, if math classes tend to be taught in Wells Hall, put up flyers advertising your services as a personal math tutor there. Most tutors charge somewhere between $20 and $40 an hour. However, if you're targeting other students, you may set yourself apart from the competition by charging slightly less. You  may get more clients this way, increasing your income even when charging less for hourly services. Many college students dislike doing laundry. If you don't mind the task, offer a laundry service in your dorm. You can charge, say, $10 per load of laundry, as well as the cost of operating the laundry machines. If you can offer students clean, folded laundry, they may feel freeing up some time in their own schedule is worth a small fee. If you're an English or writing major, editing skills are often in high demand. Students without an English background may need to write papers for certain courses. They may be in need of editing services.  You can advertise your...

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Want to change. Have realistic expectations. Recognize your triggers. Set up barriers. Find replacements. Reward yourself. Give it time.

Create an open environment where issues can be discussed effectively. An open environment means that problems should be discussed, rather than dealt with passive aggressively or overly dramatically. If someone makes a small mistake, tell the person about it, but do not dwell on the situation. As a manager, it is your job to create an environment where employees can easily accept and fix their mistakes without fear of losing their jobs. If you do not create this environment, employees will continue to hide their mistakes and problems will not get fixed. This will help you to figure out what is causing your employees to feel so stressed out, without having to put anyone on the spot. When employees are allowed to give feedback anonymously, they are generally much more willing to do so. Forms of feedback can include:  Suggestion and complaint boxes. Online anonymous polls. Working with a third party to meet with employees without disclosing which employee said certain things. Consider all of the factors for why a problem arose, and subsequently led to stressed employees. Perhaps a deadline was missed. Take a look at when the work was issued, how much work the assignment entailed (was the employee overburdened?), whether the work was on par with the employee's skill level, and if they employee has done similar assignments before. Taking a look at all of these factors can help you to figure out why the deadline was missed, and what is causing the stress. Perhaps the employee had never done an assignment like that, or had been sick or dealing with a family emergency at the time.

TL;DR in English: Handle mistakes calmly. Use different methods to collect feedback regarding workplace stress. Try to take an analytic approach to a problem, rather than leading with your emotions.
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Start by sitting down with a piece of paper and a pen. Think about the tasks you are planning to get done that day or your commitments for that day and write them all down. This could be a list such as: “Groceries, laundry, cleaning, homework” or “Status reports for clients, emails, check in meeting, paperwork.” Add as many tasks you can think of to the list, from minor tasks to bigger tasks. You should try to think of every commitment or task for the day so you can be sure to add it into your list of priorities. One way to work smarter is to concentrate on the highest priority first and then move down your list to the lowest priority items. This is called the 80/20 rule, where activities that lead to the greatest benefit should consume 80% of your time. The activities that lead to the least benefit should consume 20% of your time. Go through your list and number each task from the highest to the lowest priority. You should then move them around so they are ordered from highest to lowest in terms of priority and benefit. Once you have a numbered or ordered list of priorities, you should start to group smaller tasks together to form one process. For example, you may group together tasks such as responding to emails and phoning clients into one hour-long process called “client communication.” You can then work through each task within the allotted time frame smoothly and easily. You should try to do this for all your tasks so you do not need to switch to different processes and waste time trying to figure out which task to tackle next. Grouping related tasks together will help you improve your time management and reduce your stress level as you get through your list of priorities. According to Parkinson’s Law, having less time to complete a task will shorten the amount of time it takes for you to get it done. Rather than over-budget your time, limit the amount of time you block out for each task so you are forced to get it done faster. You can do this slowly by shortening the amount of time you allow for each...

TL;DR in English: Create a list of your tasks for the day. Order the tasks from highest priority to lowest priority. Group related tasks together. Give yourself less time for each task. Reward yourself once the list is complete.
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You can mix spirulina into just about any smoothie, but sweet, fruity smoothies work better to mask its flavor. Sprinkle about 1 tsp (5 g) of spirulina powder into your smoothie before blending. It will turn the mix a deep, dark green, but the flavor will be covered up by sugar and fruits.  Pineapple, banana, orange, and mango-based smoothies are best to mix with spirulina, but opt for any sweet, ripe fruit that calls to you.  Spirulina powder also works well in spinach superfood smoothies, as it blends well with the savory ingredients without becoming overpowering. In a bottle, combine the juice of a sweet fruit with about 1 tsp (5 g) of spirulina powder and shake it to dissolve the powder. This will almost instantly turn the drink a dark green, nearly black color, but the fruity flavors will still come through.  Mango juice, orange juice, or pineapple juice are perfect options to mix with spirulina powder. Don't add the powder to your juicer, as it won't effectively blend it with your drink. Pour the juice into a bottle afterwards and shake it to mix it with spirulina. Matcha green tea is a calming and delicious coffee-shop drink, and it's already got a green color to it. Stir in about 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) of spirulina in a small matcha drink, or a full tsp (5 g) into a large one. The heat of the tea will quickly dissolve the powder and the fresh, green flavors blend well together. This drink will have a relatively strong taste of spirulina, even mixed with the mellow and creamy matcha, so if you really don't like the taste of spirulina then opt to mix less into the drink. You can always have more later on in the day with other foods! There are not many cocktails that benefit from tasting like the ocean, but a tart and sour cocktail like the lemon drop martini easily covers up the off-putting flavors of spirulina and even bring out some of its more appetizing, fresh flavors. Stir about 1 tsp (5 g) of spirulina into the drink, and watch it turn a deep sea-green color. To make a lemon drop martini, combine a shot...

TL;DR in English: Mix spirulina powder into a sweet smoothie to mask the sea flavors. Sprinkle some spirulina in your favorite juice to add a nutritional boost. Combine spirulina with matcha green tea for a creamy breakfast option. Add spirulina to a lemony cocktail, such as a lemon drop.
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If you are extremely shy, you may feel more comfortable texting your crush instead of talking to them in person. While this form of communication is easier and less intimate, it is accompanied by its own set of rules and social nuisances.  Exchange numbers with your crush or get their number from a mutual acquaintance. Text your crush the same day or night you receive their number. Don’t text your crush at odd hours, like early in the morning or late at night. Instead of texting just “Hi,” begin the conversation by asking your crush a question, telling them it was nice to see them, or asking them to make plans. Don’t stress about your crush’s response time. If your crush doesn't respond after the first or second text, do not try again. Your crush's phone number is privileged information. Don't abuse the privilege. Use traditional grammar and spelling in your text messages. It is possible to flirt with your crush on every social media platform, even Instagram. This form of flirting is extremely low stress and requires next to no traditional forms communication. Every few days, double click on one of their pictures to “like” the image. After a few weeks, your crush will notice that you're consistently likely their images and hopefully take the hint.  Don’t like every post. If you are feeling bold, comment on their picture. While you can use Twitter to post witty zingers and insightful comments about current events, you can also use this social media platform to flirt with your crush.There are several ways to catch your crush’s attention on Twitter:  Retweet their latest Tweet. Your crush will be flattered that you liked their clever comment or at very least be reminded that you exist. Follow them on Twitter. Everyone gets a small twinge of excitement when a new person follows them on Twitter—your crush won’t be any different. Direct message your crush. You can use Twitter’s Direct Message feature to talk to and flirt with your crush one-on-one. Instead of retweeting and replying to every one of you crush's...

TL;DR in English: Text your crush. Flirt with your crush on Instagram. Flirt with your crush on Twitter.
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The quality of your meat is really going to make or break the soup, so make sure you start with high quality turtle meat from a source you trust. You may be able to find it fresh in a local market, but if you're in an area where turtles aren't commonly eaten, you can buy turtle meat frozen and have it shipped to you. Be sure to do some research to make sure you get it from a reputable company. Turtle meat that isn't sourced properly can have toxic metals and other materials that aren't good for your health. If your meat is frozen, thaw it slowly in the refrigerator. Bring the meat to room temperature by placing it on the counter 1/2 hour before you're ready to cook it. This will ensure the meat cooks evenly and gets properly heated all the way through. Turtle soup is made with a variety of different vegetables that flavor the base of the soup. Prep your vegetables while the meat is thawing and coming to room temperature.  Peel and chop the onion. You'll need about 1 1/2 cups total. Peel and chop the shallots. You should end up with about 1/3 cup. Chop the bell pepper and measure out 1/2 cup. Chop the celery and measure out 1/2 cup. Peel and chop the garlic and measure out 2 tablespoons. Chop the parsley and green onions - you'll need these later to serve as a garnish. Hard-boiled eggs are a traditional garnish for turtle soup. Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then cover the pan with a lid and remove it from heat. Let the eggs cook in the hot water for 10 minutes, then run them under cold water and peel them. Chop the eggs and set them aside. Slice a fresh lemon into quarters and squeeze out the juice. Measure out 1/4 cup of juice, and set it aside to add to the soup.

TL;DR in English: Buy high quality turtle meat. Bring it to room temperature before you begin cooking. Chop the vegetables. Boil the eggs. Squeeze the lemon juice.
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Like we said, you have to really want these changes in your life, otherwise they'll never stick. You can pretend to be better in one way or another for a little while, but it will catch up to you if you don't mean it. Make changes that you want for yourself, rather than changes that someone else is forcing on you. This is the only way to really change. Don't think that changing who you are will make your life instantly better and that everything will be perfect. That's not how life works. And changing won't be easier, either. If you go in with reasonable expectations, you'll have a much easier time sticking through the challenges. Recognize the things that make you do things you don't like or that you want to change. Do you eat when you're stressed? Lash out at loved ones when you're angry? Find your triggers so that you can find better ways to deal with them. Erect barriers to keep you from doing the things that you don't like. If you want to spend less time on the internet, get a plan that allows slower or less traffic, or only allow internet on your phone but not your computer. Basic barriers will keep you from automatically falling on old habits, as they'll ensure that doing the wrong thing would be a conscious effort, rather than an accident. Find something else to do instead of the thing you're trying to stop. The activities listed in the first section can work, but you can also employ smaller tricks. If you tend to get angry a lot, try singing a song inside your head. This works even better if it's a song that makes you laugh. Give yourself rewards to further motivate you. Keep these small, just enough to trigger positive feelings. You don't want to be dependent on the rewards, just let them make you feel good about all the work you're putting in. Be patient! Change takes time. It won't happen overnight and if you expect it to, you'll be very disappointed in yourself. Wait, just keep trying, and you'll get there eventually!

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Keep your hands and arms in the water. Move your cupped hands through the water to push you toward the surface. Keeping your legs at a normal gait, and move them in a scissor motion. Breathe in easy regular breaths. Continue this pattern of arm and feet movement until assistance is provided.

Start with 120-grit sandpaper to smooth out any rough spots. Switch to 220-grit and sand the whole table top, going with the grain, until it has a smooth, even finish all over. You can buy a prefabricated round table top at a home improvement center, or get one custom cut there from a solid piece of wood if they don’t have them for sale. Stir the gel stain well with a stir stick or scrap piece of wood before you begin. Use foam brushes to work the stain into the wood, going with the grain. Gel stain is thicker than liquid stain and is easier to use. It’s a great choice if you want to do this project with your kids because it is more straightforward to use. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the amount of time to let the gel stain soak in and dry. Let the stain dry between coats if you plan on applying more than one. You can seal and protect the finish with brush-on or spray-on polyurethane if you want, or leave it as is. Flip the table top over and place a 17 gallon (45.42 L) galvanized tin tub in the center of it. Trace around the bucket with a pencil. Use a hot glue gun to glue 3⁄4 in (1.9 cm) rope to the underside of the wood 1 in (2.5 cm) inside the traced circle. Check that the table top sits flush on the tin bucket right away after you create the seal. Peel the rope off and adjust it to get a tight, flush fit if you need to. Use 4 4–6 in (10–15 cm) prefabricated table legs. Use a drill with a metal bit to drill holes for the legs in the bottom of the bucket and attach them with the provided hardware. You will be able to find different kinds of prefabricated table legs at a home improvement center, where you got the premade table round. It’s up to you if you want to use wooden ones or any other style that you like.

TL;DR in English: Sand a premade 24 in (61 cm) table round to smooth it. Stain the table top with gel stain and foam brushes. Wipe off the excess stain with a rag and let it dry. Create a seal on the underside of the table top with rope. Attach table legs if you want to make the storage bin taller.
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If you know that you are interested in working in the public interest sector (i.e. government or not-for-profit organizations), you should consider law schools that offer loan forgiveness programs. Over 100 law schools over loan repayment assistance programs (LRAPs) that provide repayment assistance or full repayment of law school debt for public interest law attorneys. While you would have to take student loans out to pay for school, once you secured a public interest position, your school would make your loan repayments for you. Merit-based financial aid awards are usually awarded based on the strength of the applicant’s profile including grades, law school essays and other application questions. These financial awards can be used to reduce the overall cost of your tuition.  You should apply to schools that are known to give a significant amount of scholarships to law students. Once you are awarded a merit-based scholarship, you can negotiate with the school to secure an even higher award.  For a list of the public law schools that provide the greatest amount of financial aid go to: http://grad-schools.usnews.rankingsandreviews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-law-schools/finaid-public-rankings. In addition to any financial aid package offered by a law school, you should also consider applying to outside scholarships. First, you should conduct an internet search for “law school scholarships,” and review any relevant scholarships. You should also explore the following scholarship opportunities:  There are a number of scholarships that support underrepresented minority groups including women. You can find some diversity scholarships listed here: http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/the-scholarship-coach/2014/03/13/make-your-case-for-these-law-school-scholarships. However, you should also conduct an internet search for “diversity scholarships for law school” in order to locate as many scholarships as possible. The Federal Circuit Bar Association offers a number of scholarships for law students. The Goodman Acker...

TL;DR in English: Choose schools with loan repayment or forgiveness programs. Choose law schools with merit-based financial aid. Apply for scholarships. Attend a local law school.
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To do a basic sit up, lie on the floor with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor. Cross your hands across your chest and smoothly lift your upper body, from your shoulder blades to your lower back, off of the ground. Sit all the way up, pausing for a moment at the top of your motion. Then, smoothly lower your body back down and repeat. Don't strain or use jerky movements and don't lift with your neck. The stress should be on your ab muscles, not your neck. Keep your back straight - never hunch while doing sit ups. To do a crunch, which is easier than a sit up, just lift your shoulder blades off the ground - not your whole upper body.  Sit ups and crunches work your central abdominal muscles. Your ab muscles, as a whole, run from the pelvis to just below the chest. The transverse muscles are rather large, but the rectus abdominus muscles are fairly thin. For the rectus abdominis to appear beneath the skin, you will need to both build your core and reduce fat around your waistline. For well-rounded, sculpted abs, it's important to hit every part of your abdominal region. Another good core workout is the plank exercise. This exercise, which is a good core workout on its own, is highly versatile - by adding different poses and/or movements to the basic plank, you can work a wide range of muscles. Lay on the floor with your legs straight and pulled together. Keeping your legs straight, slowly and smoothly lift your legs to a vertical position so that they're pointing at the ceiling. Gently lower your legs to the floor and repeat. Don't separate your legs or bend your knees as you do this exercise, unless you find it too difficult - in this case, modify the exercise so that you're bringing your knees to your chest, rather than pointing your feet towards the ceiling. For an extra challenge, try holding a medicine ball or a small weight between your legs as you do this exercise!  Leg lifts work your lower abs. Though they're especially hard to work and "define," well-toned lower abs can take your six pack...

TL;DR in English: Start with sit ups and/or crunches. Do leg lifts. Do bicycle crunches. Hit your legs, glutes, and back with lunges. Don't believe common ab workout misconceptions.
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Your teacher should clearly outline their policy for using laptops at the beginning of the course. Be sure to pay careful attention to these rules and follow them closely.  For instance, you may not be allowed to have your laptop open during lectures, or you may only be permitted to access specific programs or websites. You may also only be allowed to bring your laptop on certain days. In some cases, these policies may be set by the school, rather than by an individual teacher. When you're listening to a lecture in class, try not to just type out exactly what your teacher or professor is saying word-for-word. Instead, listen carefully to what they're saying, and jot down important words and concepts in your notes. Don't worry about writing in full sentences, and make note of any supplemental reading or additional materials that your teacher references during their lecture. You can also include questions that you might have. Then, when you're studying, you can try to find the answer to those questions in your notes or textbook. While your laptop can be a powerful tool for learning, it also contains a lot of opportunities to become distracted during class. Before class starts, turn off any messaging apps, games, social media notifications, and so on. Also, avoid opening any websites or apps that aren't related to what's going on in class.  Even if it only takes a second to close a notification, it could cause you to miss something important that your teacher says. You can also use airplane mode to disable your internet completely while you're in class. If you have trouble using self-control, or if you aren't sure how to turn off notifications without uninstalling an app, try looking for an extension or an app that you can customize to block certain websites or apps. There are a number of different types of productivity software available that you can tailor to your exact needs. For instance, you might install an extension on your web browser that blocks you from going to certain websites during school hours or...

TL;DR in English: Follow the guidelines set by your teacher or school. Type up your notes in your own words. Close or uninstall programs that might distract you. Use productivity software to help you stay disciplined during class. Be considerate of your classmates. Consider leaving your laptop at home if it's not required for class.
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Hold the apple in your non-dominant hand, keeping it stable against your palm and fingers. Select a sharp knife no longer than the width of the apple, typically between 2 and 4 inches (5–10 cm) long. Hold it in your dominant hand, wrapping your fingers around the handle and the dull, back edge of the knife. Keep your arm straight, with the knife extending outward as though it were part of your arm. This type of knife is often called a paring knife, because of their use in this task. The best method for handling a paring knife depends on your level of comfort and control. If you are unfamiliar or uncomfortable with knife use, or using a larger knife than instructed above, point the knife away from you to minimize the chance of cutting yourself if the knife slips. Once you have had some practice using a paring knife, and you know your grip is firm, you may find you have more control over the knife if you point your knife at a slight inward angle.

TL;DR in English: Hold the apple in one hand. Learn how to hold a short, sharp knife. Decide which way to point the knife.
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Do not raise your hands and do not flail. Keeping your arms in the water displaces more liquid, and makes you more buoyant. Cupping your hands allows you to deliver more force in each stroke. Pushing downward with your cupped hands will move your shoulders and head above the surface of the water. This pushes water underneath you, and will keep you on the surface. The closer your legs are together the more water they will displace, but you want to keep them just far enough to not knock into each other. Think about a typical walking motion, and that will provide a good gauge. Kicking will also prevent your arms from tiring. Ideally you will use your hands and arms together, but that will take some coordination and practice. You can alternate between the two while you get used to the motions. Alternating kicking and pushing with your arms will allow you to stay buoyant for a longer period. Keeping air in your lungs will make you more buoyant and less likely to slip beneath the surface. Feeling like you could drown is a frightening experience, and can make you want to breath rapidly or hold your breath, but it is important to remain calm. Avoiding hyperventilation and loss of oxygen will help you get back out of the water. Let someone know you are in trouble, but stay calm as you wait for assistance.

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