Use a blowtorch or grill as a heat source. Apply heat to the end of the bamboo stalk in back and forth strokes. Wipe the oil off of the culm with a towel. Work with the heat until the bamboo turns a yellowish-brown.

If you are already talking to the guy you want to hang out with, ask him about his interests. Use your knowledge about what he does for extracurriculars or as hobbies and incorporate them into your hangout.  For example, if he likes sports, go bowling or play a recreational game if possible. If he likes books, hang out and learn together in a library or bookstore. Even if you aren’t fully interested in his hobbies, open your mind to new experiences. You may find you enjoy it more than you thought! . Find a private time where you aren’t surrounded by other coworkers or students, and stay relaxed and confident as you approach him. Talking to him directly will show your interest in bonding with him and he will give you an immediate response to the offer. Ask him after class, work, or when you run into one another. Send a message over text or through a messaging app. Ask him if he would be interested in hanging out with an open-ended question to gauge his interest, or send a message with a specific time and date so he can easily answer yes or no.  You can also send a text message if you’re embarrassed to ask him while other people are around. Send him messages like “Do you want to go get a coffee sometime?” or “Would you like to come bowling with me this Saturday?” This will help him see that you’re interested in bonding with him. This will help you determine if he wants to hang out with you at some point in the future. If he says yes, make sure you follow through by asking him when he is free so you can work out the details.  Ask him questions like, “Would you like to get coffee sometime?” or use statements like, “We should get together outside of class/work soon.” You can add more specific details to your questions like, “Do you want to get lunch one of these weekends?” This adds more specificity and urgency while still leaving it open-ended. Be as detailed as possible while explaining the plans you want to do with him. Mention times and days you want to hang out so he can answer yes or no immediately.  Ask...

TL;DR in English: Find something you both enjoy doing. Ask him in person Text him if you’re too nervous to do it in person. Gauge his interest by asking an open-ended question. Tell him exactly what you want to do to make his decision easier. Don’t put pressure on him to say yes. Accept rejection
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Before you move anything, it's good to consolidate all the little stuff that might get jostled, broken, or lost while you're moving furniture. Take the same things on your desk or dresser, like lamps, pens, and picture frames, and move them to another room in the house momentarily. To avoid them falling or adding more weight, gather them all in a large bin and take them out of your room. In some cases, especially if you've got a crowded room, it's better to take the furniture out and get the room empty, or close to empty, before refiling it in a new way. This will also give you the option of cleaning the floor more thoroughly, underneath your bed, dresser, and other areas that might not have been cleaned since whenever you last rearranged. Start by placing the biggest thing in your room, which will usually be your bed, but you might have a large dresser or desk that rivals your bed in size. If something else is in the way, move that a little out so you can move the other furniture in.  Once your first piece is in place, take the thing you just moved out of the way and move it to where you want it. If something else is there, do the same thing you did before and continue this until everything is in its place. Another way to organize is picking a corner of the room that's farthest from the entry door and building back toward the door from there. This will keep the entryway relatively uncluttered while you're rearranging stuff. Once you've got the biggest stuff in place, continue bringing in more stuff and filling in around, according to your new plan. Make sure you like each piece in it's new place before you build around it, so you don't have to start all over, if you don't like something. If you move your desk in and start loading up the drawers again, it would be annoying if you had to take it all out because you're unsatisfied with the desk, once you get the dresser in place. Don't decorate quite yet, get the big stuff in place first. Bring all the little things back into your room and put them where they...

TL;DR in English: Remove all small things you don't use much from your room. Take furniture out, if necessary. Get help moving the big stuff. Continue moving furniture in according to your new design. Focus on the finishing touches after the furniture is in place.
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Brokers make their money charging you for each time you buy or sell a stock. You need to know this fee going in, but you also need to make it clear to your broker your acceptable level of trading. Some brokers will try to sucker in novice investors with high-commission stocks and multiple trades to make more money.  If you have a large account and plan on frequent or aggressive trades, you might look for a commission-based account, where the broker gets a percentage of your portfolio instead of a fee per trade. If your broker is making frequent changes and trades, known as "churning," they may be trying to raise their commission. Any trading that eats into your principal should be red-flagged. Your risk tolerance determines how bold of an investment the broker will take. Stocks are, in some way, gambling, and there are both safe bets and long-shots. Your broker will want guidance on where to steer the portfolio, based on your financial needs:  Younger investors should aim for high-risk investments. Stocks are a long game, and any busts now will more than likely be rectified with later booms. You have the time to afford the risk. Middle-aged investors should strike a balance between safe and risky stocks. Low-risk accounts will make safe bets with lower profits. These are great for older investments who could not deal with a sudden loss of money near retirement, or those who only want slow, reliable growth. There are two basic investment account options -- cash and cash/margin accounts. Cash accounts must have a deposit available to make a trade-- the money must be on hand. Margin accounts allow you to borrow money from the brokerage firm to purchase stocks. This loan is based on the expected profit from the stock.   Cash accounts are safer, but yield far less profit. You know exactly where all your money is, and whose money it is.  Margin accounts technically put you into debt, though interest rates are far lower than that at a bank. Because they make more money available to you, you stand to earn more money....

TL;DR in English: Expect to pay a fee for every transaction you make. Expect your broker to ask your acceptable level of risk. Expect most professional investors to choose margin accounts, not cash accounts. Expect the broker to determine your tax status based on your financial needs. Expect the meeting to end with a request for your investment money. Expect a professional broker often uses algorithm-based trading. Expect a professional to invest in things other than stock. Expect a broker to invest in "funds," or pre-made collections of stocks.
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Before you can begin to count in music, you need to understand how long an individual note or rest lasts. Notes are the periods of sound in a song, and rests represent the lengths of the silences in a piece of music.  A whole note lasts for 4 beats. A half note lasts for 2 beats. A quarter note lasts for 1 beat. An eighth note lasts for a half of a beat. A sixteenth note lasts for a quarter of a beat. Rests follow the patterns of the notes. For example, a half rest is a silence that lasts for 2 beats. A dot next to a rest or a note means that the note or rest is increased by half its value. For example, a dotted half note lasts for 3 beats. Make sure you understand that every piece of music is divided into parts called measures or bars. This will help you count beats. Every measure in a piece of music has an equal number of beats. The time signature appears at the beginning of every piece of music as a fraction. It may change throughout a song, and if it changes, the new time signature will appear at the beginning of a bar. As you read sheet music, articulating the beats in a song make them easier to understand and keep track of. For eighth notes, use “and.” Say, “one-and-two-and-three-and-four.” For sixteenth notes, use “e” and “a.” Say, “one-e-and-a-two-e-and-a-three-e-and-a.”  In a song, the downbeat is the first articulated beat in a bar. For example, the “one.” Make sure you find and articulate this first. The upbeat is the “and.”  For example, if you are tapping your foot to a beat, the upbeat is the time when your toes are in the air. If you know the time signature of a piece, a simple way to help keep a steady tempo while counting beats is to use a metronome. A metronome gives a regular ticking sound with a set rate of beats per minutes. Many free metronomes can be found online.

TL;DR in English: Know your rhythms. Measure it. Determine the time signature. Use your words. Use a metronome.
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. If you’re going to be debating in a formal setting, such as for a class or for a club, you’ll want to be sure you know how a debate actually works. Formal debates follow a formula, and you’ll want to know that formula like the back of your hand so that you’re prepared. It’s also important because breaking from the formula can lose you points.  Usually there is a statement and two or more teams or single debaters will be assigned to either agree or disagree with the idea. You’ll then take turns making your points according to a set period of time. There are a couple of different debate styles (which determine the rules and how the debate works), so you’ll need to know which one you’re using in order to be clear on the rules. It’s a good idea to look into this well in advance and do some research online. Look for words like “competitive debate”, “Parliamentary debate”, or “Oxford debate”. These are some of the styles of debate you might encounter. When you debate, stay calm. Don’t start shouting or get angry. This will show weakness to your opponent. Instead, keep your voice even and keep your facial expression neutral. This makes it much harder for your opponent to find what buttons they can press to make you trip up. If you’re having trouble staying calm, try focusing on your breathing for a minute or two. When you talk, speak clearly so that people can understand you. Speaking clearly also makes you sound smarter and more confident. Speak clearly by using a loud enough volume that people can hear you and then enunciate your words. Don’t mumble or slur your words but say each word deliberately and say each syllable carefully. It’s easy to catch poor enunciation when reciting tongue twisters. Try this one: “How can a clam cram in a clean cream can?” When you explain to someone how you arrived at the conclusion that you came to, deliberately and step by step, you’re forcing their brain to think in the same way that yours does. As long as your reasoning is at least good on the surface, this can be one of the...

TL;DR in English: Follow the form, if debating formally Keep calm. Speak clearly. Explain your logic. Be respectful and fair. Act confident.
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Make sure the temperature of the flame is around 120 °C (248 °F) so the interior oils will come to the surface of the bamboo stalk.  Use caution when working with an open flame so you do not burn yourself. Wear gloves throughout the process since the bamboo stalks can get very hot. A gas grill or a charcoal grill will work fine for this process. Start at one end of the stalk and work the area up to the closest node. The bamboo will turn from light green to dark green as the oils rise to the surface. Heating the bamboo will also clean it of any blemishes. After 10 seconds of heating an area of bamboo, use a microfiber towel to wipe away the oil that releases from the stalk. The bamboo will look shiny as the oil rises to the surface and as you wipe it off. Fold the towel in half to protect yourself from the heat. Keep heating and wiping the bamboo until it turns yellow. You can continue heating and curing the bamboo until it reaches the desired color. Cured bamboo will be protected from fungi and insect infestation.

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Understand how short term memory works. Know the limitations of compensating for poor short term memory. Keep your brain active. Seek out brain exercises.

Don't play a machine that only has a right and forward button, when you've pressed and released each button once the claw will drop without you getting the chance to adjust. Look for one with a joystick and a "drop" button. When selecting the toy you think you can get, put aside the toy you really want but is trapped. There are ways to enhance the chances you'll get something from the machine:  Close in on a toy that is on top of the pile. If it has an arm or tail trapped under another toy, it won't come up, so avoid that one. The claw is strong enough to lift a toy, but not to un-wedge one.  Consider the shape of the toy. Avoid choosing round toys as the claw will probably slip on the toy. Choose toys with features that allow the claw to have a better grip, like a doll with large pigtails.  Pay attention to how far the claw-track reaches––toys against the glass are a no-go. Stand in front of the machine to do left-right, but stand beside the machine to do forward-back. The mirror that's in most machines screws up depth perception.  Some claws drift left or right, some rotate and change the position of the prongs. " You probably didn't get it.  If the prongs didn't close or let go of the animal without lifting it, stop immediately because the machine is broken or rigged. If the claw grabbed the toy, then dropped it, try again. If it missed entirely, adjust  and don't forget to compensate for drift and rotation. That said, also know when to quit. If it's the toy you're after, you can probably get a very similar, better-made toy for 5-10 dollars at a box store or the mall. If you have spent two dollars, seriously evaluate whether it's worth it and whether the machine works. If you're after the thrill of the win, consider downloading an app for a game of skill and playing to win online without mounting cash losses.

TL;DR in English: Choose your machine. Pick the target toy. Position the claw over the selected toy. Drop the claw when you think you've got it. Watch the claw with 100 percent focus. Adapt to the results of your "fishing. If you haven't won, repeat the process to try again.
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This can often mean resolving conflicts. Ideally, your employee handbook should address any problem situation, and open communication should identify problems early. Even so, sometimes, things may rise to a level that requires you to intervene. You should try to be as impartial as possible and use your best judgment to resolve the situation.  If an employee raises a complaint or concern, you should listen carefully to the problem. If another employee is involved, you should then give that person an opportunity to speak to you. Refer to the employee handbook, if that can help address the situation. You may not be able to satisfy everyone involved. At least be fair and reach a conclusion that is best for the company as a whole. If your business has regular customers, you are likely to run into complaints at some point. Handle these as respectfully as possible. Let the customer know that you respect their business and you are sorry for the problem (even if you don't believe you are at fault). If the customer is someone with an open contract with you, then refer to the terms of the contract to see if that will provide a solution. In the end, you should balance whether possibly losing the customer's business is worth the cost of addressing the complaint. For example, suppose your business supplies personalized stationery to other offices, and a customer refuses to pay for a shipment because the quality is poor. If you disagree, you should balance the price of that one invoice against the costs of suing for collection and losing that customer's future business. It may be better for your business to lose the value of one shipment but keep a longstanding satisfied customer. You should plan for any possible emergencies that could occur. This includes anything from a staff illness or injury to a fire in your store or some natural disaster. Develop a written emergency plan to account for any kind of occurrence. Your plan should address every staff member's role, how to guide customers who may be in your facility, and...

TL;DR in English: Manage staff problems. Deal with customer disputes. Handle emergencies.
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YouTube is filled with free lessons on Tahitian dance, plus videos of professional performances. There are videos that work through specific steps as well as videos that teach you more advanced choreography. Spend time watching tutorial videos to master the basic steps, then find full performances by professional Tahitian dancers to gain inspiration. The YouTube channel DanceWithLeolani is a great resource in learning Tahitian dance. This channel offers detailed tutorials, fun choreography, videos of performances, and fitness routines: https://www.youtube.com/user/dancewithleolani/videos The benefit of finding a local class is the personal instruction the class will provide. Tahitian dance classes generally consist of practicing key hip movements, routines that travel across the floor, and short choreography. Many of these classes also go into detail about the costumes, music and cultural significance of Tahitian dance.  Whether or not you will be able to find a local Tahitian dance course will depend on where you live. If you live in a city, you’ll have a good chance of finding one. You can also try looking for classes at your local community center, community college, or local fitness studios. Similar to a Zumba class, a Tahitian dance class is a wonderful form of exercise. Classes will provide stretches and isolations that tone your abs and thigh muscles, and the step combinations help to improve coordination. If you cannot find a course in your area, but still want the structure of a Tahitian dance class, enroll in an online course. All you need is a computer and some space in your house to practice. One website that offers online classes in Tahitian dance is http://tahitidanceonline.com/. This website offers classes taught by professional Polynesian dancers. Classes are available in English, Japanese, Spanish, and French. Plus, the website is a great resource for learning more about Tahitian dance.

TL;DR in English: Use YouTube to find free online lessons in Tahitian dance. Sign up for a local Tahitian dance course in your area. Enroll in an online Tahitian dance course.
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Unlike developing for the web, creating an operating system requires a strong understanding of algorithms, data structures, computer hardware, and resource management. People get degrees in this stuff, so don't expect to write an entire operating system after reading an online tutorial! Harvard's Intro to Computer Science course is available online through EDX at no cost. Once you've got a solid foundational understanding of computer science, the next step is to master C and/or C++. Like learning about computer science, mastering a language is not optional—you won't be able to code an operating system if you can't write solid applications.  If you're brand new to C, check out Dartmouth's C Programming: Getting Started course, which is free through EDX. Once you complete that course, you can take the next course in the series: C Programming: Language Foundations. Then, move on to subsequent courses like Modular Programming and Memory Management and Pointers and Memory Management. Assembly languages are low-level languages designed to communicate with different processors. Since assembly is different for different processor types (e.g., x86 assembly Language for Intel, AMD, VIA, and other processors), you'll need to learn the version for the type of processor you're coding for.    This open-source book, if read in its entirety, can give you a solid enough understanding for building an operating system.   The Art of Assembly Language is a highly-recommended book about assembly available both on and offline. You should also do a lot of research on the type of processor(s) on which your operating system should run. The manuals for processor architecture can easily be found using a Google search ("Intel Manuals," "ARM manuals," etc.). OS tutorials will walk you through the process of creating a basic operating system. This gets you used to the process and helps you figure out if there are any pieces you're missing. Once you've completed a tutorial or two, you'll be well on your way to creating your very own...

TL;DR in English: Take some basic Computer Science courses. Learn a high-level programming language like C. Learn an assembly language. Complete an operating system tutorial. Figure out your operating system goals.
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For a smoky, black tea, look for Lapsang Souchong. If you want a strong, malty flavor, buy Assam. If you plan on drinking tea with milk or sugar, consider using a breakfast or everyday blend. Look for flavored black teas, such as Earl Grey, Lady Grey, or masala chai to include a floral, citrus, or spicy taste. Green tea has less caffeine than black tea and has a more delicate flavor. If you prefer to drink tea without milk or sweetener, try a green tea so you can detect its subtle flavor. If you're interested in green tea, learn how to make matcha. Matcha is stone-ground green tea that's traditionally used in Japanese tea ceremonies. White tea is the least oxidized and contains very little caffeine. Choose this tea if you like a smooth tea that's easy to drink without adding sweeteners or flavors. Because it's so minimally processed, you can usually only buy white tea as loose leaf instead of in bags. If you're watching your caffeine or just want to try a delicate tasting tea, pick a few herbal teas to try. Classic peppermint tea is refreshing hot or cold and chamomile tea is known for its soothing quality. Rooibos is another popular herbal tea that's often blended with dried fruit or vanilla. If you'd like to use high-quality tea leaves that you can steep multiple times, use loose leaf tea. These are uncut and dried when you buy them, although they'll unwrap and expand as they steep. For a convenient way to make tea, buy tea that's been cut and portioned into bags. Unfortunately, you can only steep these once. For high-quality tea bags, choose pyramid style bags that allow the tea to expand as it steeps. If you can't find these, look for round tea bags that are filled with finely-cut tea.

TL;DR in English: Pick black tea for a bold beverage that stands up to milk or sweetener. Pick green tea for a light, earthy flavor. Select white tea for mild flavor and a little caffeine. Look for herbal tea if you want to avoid caffeine. Choose between loose leaves or tea bags.
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Your short term memory can be thought of as the “holding tank” your brain uses to temporarily hold information while determining whether to filter it out (and forget it) or move it along into your long-term memory.  It is often said that your short term memory can hold about seven items of information at one time, for a period of time of typically 10-15 seconds (but even up to a minute).  People sometimes associate the concept of short term memory problems with the kind of amnesia you might see on a daytime soap opera, but it is more an issue with taking in new information and effectively determining its need for long-term storage. Jotting down notes, keeping a voice recorder handy, or tying strings on your fingers might help you make it through your daily routines, but they won’t facilitate any improvement of your short term memory. The only route to increasing your short term memory is through brain exercise and techniques to improve your focus and association skills. Like any other part of the body, brain inactivity can lead to weakness and decline.  A more active brain is a more healthy brain, and a healthy brain is better with short term memory.  Interact with people.  The simple act of having a conversation with someone can help keep the brain more active.  Even better would be to play chess, do puzzles together, or anything that challenges your brain to work harder.  Stimulate your mind when alone as well.  Don’t just sit in front of the TV.  Read a book; even better, write a book. There are many games and tests, some of which you can set up with items in your junk drawer, that can give your brain a good (and enjoyable) workout.  Sitting down to do a few puzzles or other brain exercises twice a day can be enough to keep your memory powers from stagnating.  Use flash cards.  They worked in elementary school, and they can work now.  Specialized memory card games are great, but even trying to remember a series of playing cards can work. Do test games such as laying everyday items out on a tray, then...

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Consider your options first if you have a concrete subfloor. Remove ceiling fixtures from the floor below. Lay the first bamboo floorboards row down. Saw the last floorboard to complete the row. Drill holes through the first row of boards. Test your pneumatic nail gun's air pressure. Nail the boards to the floor joists. Repeat the process with the second row of floorboards. Lay additional floorboards working away from the wall. As you lay each row, nail it above the tongue. Saw floorboards to the correct length and width. Secure the last two rows in the same way you did the first two.

Whenever you send out a request to stay at another member’s home, it will appear under the Surfing section. Click “Pending” under “Surfing” to view all new requests that you’ve sent. The user you sent an invite to has the option to mark your request as “Accepted,” “Declined,” or “Maybe.” Requests you’ve sent that have already been answered will go to corresponding folders (Accepted, Decline, and Maybe) under the Surfing section.

TL;DR in English: View new Surfing requests. Wait for the other member to respond to your request.
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Having your own version of popular TV game shows or quiz shows can be a great way to make testing fun for you and your class. You will have to think of your favorite shows, and which ones you could translate into your classroom. There are a number of templates that have been created and uploaded onto the internet as teaching aids. You can download and use these templates, and adapt them to suit your needs.  Popular shows like “Jeopardy”, “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” and “The Weakest Link” are just a few of the options you could go for. You can search online for a model for a specific game show, or visit a site that has a few different examples for you to try out.  These games will typically run on PowerPoint, so they are easy to introduce to the classroom. You could also use these games as a study aid when you are working at home. If you are more into sports than game shows, you can use a variety of sports-based games to make your testing and studying more fun and engaging. There are games you can access online related to basketball, football, and baseball amongst others. Sports games generally work by quizzing each team, with points being scored for correct answers.  For example, one PowerPoint basketball game works by allowing a shot for each correct answer. The game will keep track of the scores for each team. There are all sorts of new games to play in class that involve computers, but sometimes the traditional games can be the best. If you are trying to learn vocabulary for a foreign language, try playing Hangman or Pictionary. These are easy games that the whole class can participate in.  You could introduce a rule in Hangman whereby you have a get a question right before you can guess a letter. You could play these games as a whole class, or split up into smaller groups. Working in smaller groups might make it easier to ensure that everyone gets involved and participates. You can use classic board games to make testing more fun. Pick straightforward games, such as snakes and ladders, rather than a...

TL;DR in English: Have your own quiz show. Use sports-based games. Play classic classroom games. Try board games. Let the students ask the questions.
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Sprinkle some live mealworms or a few pieces of shredded romaine lettuce into the palm of your hand. You’ll use these treats to entice your ducks into coming close enough to touch.  Ducks also love to nibble on fresh foods like fruits, vegetables, herbs, and whole grains. Seeds, berries, beans, corn, and leafy greens are among their favorites. Contrary to popular belief, ducks should never be fed bread products (such as sliced bread, bread crumbs, or crackers). Starchy, nutrient-poor foods can be bad for their health.  Produce items like onions, nuts, and citrus should also be avoided, as they can be hard for ducks to digest or present a possible choking hazard. As the ducks come closer to investigate the treats, hold out your other hand slowly and use it to stroke or tickle their heads. They’ll be so focused on the food that they won’t consciously register being touched. However, some light petting will calm their nerves and prime them for more prolonged contact in the future.  Don’t reach for your ducks too quickly or forcefully—since they're natural prey animals, this will more than likely scare them away. Instead, let them come to you. It’s important to handle ducks with care, especially when they’re young. When one of your ducks comes within grabbing range, place a hand over either of its wings and lift it gently from above. Be sure to keep one arm underneath the duck's body to support its weight and keep its legs secured. Speak soothingly to it and release it after a few short moments.  Ducks typically tolerate being petted pretty well, but it may take them a while to warm up to being held. Try petting them with both hands or coaxing them into your lap with treats first. If your ducks don’t want to be held, let them go. Seizing them by force will only teach them to panic when picked up. Eventually, your ducks will become so used to being touched that they’ll no longer be skittish when they see your reaching out for them. You’ll then be able to pick them up to clean them, corral them, or just to show...

TL;DR in English: Grab a handful of treats. Pet your ducks gently while they eat out of your hand. Work your way up to picking up your ducks. Hold your ducks for longer periods of time.
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Tap the Slack app icon, which resembles a black "S" on a multicolored background. Doing so opens your main Slack group if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, enter the name of your Slack channel, your email address, and your login password before proceeding. It's in the top-left corner of the screen. Doing this prompts a pop-out menu with your different channels to appear. Tap the name of the channel you want to archive. This will open the channel. It's a heading at the top of the screen. A menu will appear. This option is near the bottom of the menu. Doing so removes and archives the channel; while you'll still be able to view the channel's content, you won't be able to chat on the channel.  On Android, you'll have to tap ARCHIVE when prompted to confirm this decision. If you're the only occupant of the channel, you may need to tap Leave and Archive twice on an iPhone.

TL;DR in English: Open Slack. Tap the Slack icon. Select a channel. Tap the channel's name. Tap Archive.
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Rabbits are delicate and do not do well with children’s style of handling. Unlike dogs or cats, rabbits cannot cry out, and will resort to scratching or nibbling to show displeasure. Because of this, it’s often hard to know if a rabbit is unhappy. Rabbits that are dropped (as children are likely to do) are at great risk for breaking bones, especially their spines. Even though many children love rabbits, they are not a great pet for children. Like all pets, rabbits are not free. They need food, bedding, trips to the veterinarian, and litter (for training indoors). This means hundreds of dollars a year, and more if your rabbit has health problems. They should also be kept in their own area -- don’t house two rabbits together unless they are both spayed or neutered and have been shown to be able to get along. This area can be outdoors or indoors. Your rabbit needs to run and hop around and play with toys, typically for a few hours per day. Any outdoor area needs to be fenced and you must watch the rabbit at all times so that he or she is not taken by predators or is able to dig under the fence. This should go down at least 2 feet into the ground and 3-4 feet above ground. Indoors, you need a safe rabbit area (much like you would have for a toddler) with all cords hidden and nothing out the rabbit cannot play with. Many people who initially believe a rabbit will be a great pet for them -- often around Easter -- realize that it is more work than they are ready to take on. It’s at this point that many animal shelters have rabbits. Call around to shelters in your area to find out where they might have rabbits available. Often, an animal shelters website will have pictures and links to more info on the rabbits they have.

TL;DR in English: Do not get a child a pet rabbit. Make sure you can afford it. Check if you have space for a rabbit hutch or cage. Be sure to have space for your rabbit to play. Get a rabbit (if you decide to) from a shelter, if possible.
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You cannot nail a floor onto concrete, so if you have a concrete subfloor, you may need to install a wooden underlay first. A more stable solution, though more expensive, may be to purchase floating floor materials. This includes a layer of foam or other material as an underlay, then click-together floorboards that do not require nails. If there is a room below the floor you are installing, remove chandeliers, ceiling fans, and other fixtures while you are installing. The pressure of the pneumatic nail gun could shake them loose through the floor joists. Leave a 1/2 inch (1.27 cm) space between the bamboo floorboards and the wall to allow for any slight expansion of the floorboards. Place them across the floor joists, and start against an outside wall if possible to establish your line. Fit each plank together using the tongues and grooves. Using spacers is recommended. These are simply thin or wedge-shaped objects placed between the floor and the wall to keep them separate. Use a table saw or circular saw to cut the last floorboard to the correct length. Save the excess board to begin the next row. Drilling the holes before nailing reduces the chance of bending or breaking the board. Drill at a 45–50º angle from the side of the board, so the next row of planks will hide the nails. Make sure the holes you drill are smaller than the nails you are using.  Each board should be drilled (and nailed) approximately every 10 inches (25 cm), and about 4 inches (10cm) from each end. Do not drill closer than 4 inches (10cm) from the end to avoid splitting the board. If your subfloor has raised floor joists, make sure your hole is over one of these so the board can be securely nailed. Test on a piece of scrap or defective bamboo floorboard first to see if the gun and nails are appropriate for your wood. If it "dimples" with a raised or cracked mark, test again with a different air pressure. Warning: put on safety goggles before using a nail gun. Nail the boards in place through the guide holes you drilled. A professional...

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Understand that water dragons can get big. Realize that a water dragon is a long term commitment. Read over some common health issues.

Drizzle a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet (about 10 to 14 inches) over medium heat before cooking the base of your breakfast skillet. If you're serving more than a few people, it's important to pick a base that is filling and will easily feed several people. You can cook diced or cubed potatoes as the base of your skillet. Whatever you choose, ensure the food is cooked until it's tender before you add your other ingredients. Good breakfast skillet bases include:  Cooked and drained pasta Cooked and cooled rice Diced and roasted sweet potatoes Hash browns Diced yam or butternut squash Once your base has cooked until it is soft, add at least one or two different cubed vegetables. You may need to drizzle a little olive oil in the pan and stir it frequently to keep the food from sticking. Use at least one of these vegetables in your breakfast skillet:  Broccoli Cauliflower Mushrooms Kale or spinach Onions Bell peppers As the breakfast skillet cooks, sprinkle seasoning and herbs to add flavor. You can start with just 1/4 of a teaspoon of the spices and herbs you want to use. Taste the food and adjust the flavor by adding more seasonings to your taste. These seasonings work well in breakfast skillets:  Thyme Rosemary Garlic Oregano Chili powder Shallots Ground cumin Many breakfast skillets contain meat. You can use any type of sausage, cooked and shredded chicken, bacon, or smoked salmon. If you'd like to stick to a vegetarian breakfast skillet, just use eggs or tofu. To add eggs, you can just make wells in the veggies and crack the eggs into each well. You could also drop the eggs into the skillet and stir them frequently while the skillet cooks. This will scramble the eggs. If you'd like to top the breakfast skillet with fried eggs, try frying the eggs in a separate pan. This way, you can cook them exactly how you like them and simply place them on top of your cooked breakfast skillet. Depending on how you decided to cook your eggs, you may need to continue cooking the skillet. If you'd like your eggs...

TL;DR in English: Choose your base. Add vegetables. Add your seasonings. Add eggs and protein. Finish cooking the skillet. Finished.
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If you really want to get your ex interested in you again, then you have to show him that you don’t really need him to be happy. Though this may seem like a contradiction, acting like you’re having a great time without your ex can actually make him jealous and to make him wish he was back with you again. You don’t have to be too obvious about it to make him see that you’re confident and capable without him.  If you’re hanging out with your girlfriends and your ex is in the same room, try not to look his way or act like you care about what he thinks of you. Focus on enjoying your conversations and on having a great time without looking his way. Though you shouldn’t fake a laugh just to make him jealous, you should be open to cracking up and having a great time without him even if he’s watching. Even if you’re by yourself, try to perk up and look like you’re in a good mood when you walk by your ex. You don’t want him to think that you’re totally mopey without him. While you don’t need to make your ex feel so jealous that he feels like you’ve totally moved on, there’s nothing wrong in having a bit of fun with the other guys who come your way. Enjoy flirting with other guys or just having a great conversation with them if your ex is around, instead of avoiding other guys in the hopes that your ex will come up to you; don’t be afraid to post pictures of you with your guy friends on social media or to stop talking to other guys just because your ex may be watching.  While you shouldn’t use other guys who like you just to make your ex jealous, there’s no harm in flirting a bit if you make it clear it won’t really lead anywhere. Even if the guy you’re hanging out with is just a friend, there’s no harm in having fun with him and cracking up when the two of you are together. Once you feel like it’s the right time to start talking to your ex again, you can introduce yourself into his life again. You can start by saying hi from across the hall or just making quick small talk with him at the same party and this can lead...

TL;DR in English: Let him see you having a great time without him. Make him a little bit jealous. Spend time with him again. Show him that things will be different if you got back together. See if he’s interested. Start dating him again.
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Don’t put yourself in a place where you will be self-conscious or experience interruptions.  Libraries are designed for finding great books and reading!  You can grab a book and get started right away in the quiet of your local library branch. Go to a park or somewhere outdoors.  If you associate reading with oppressive indoor settings, going outdoors can be a great way to break up the monotony.  Try walking on the treadmill with a book. Some people simply cannot sit still while reading. Some studies say that you can remember more later if you read while walking on the treadmill, and the jolt of dopamine you get from multitasking may encourage you to keep reading. Many people think that they do not have time to read, but the truth is that they just have not found the time.  Some easy tweaks may add an hour or so per day of extra time.  If you normally have down time before or after work (extra time waking up or winding down), you can make reading a part of that routine. If you spend time checking your email or playing games as a matter of routine, put your book by your laptop or on the couch to remind you to read instead. Small adjustments make a difference. Getting up a little earlier can make time for reading in your breakfast routine.  Getting to the gym earlier can make an extra half-hour for reading before bed. Goal-oriented reading is less pleasurable than relaxed reading. You will feel happier after reading if it is done without any stress on finding information or reading a certain number of pages.   Go to bed a half hour or hour earlier than usual, so that you have time to read before you get too tired. Reading under the light of a lamp is much healthier than looking at the blue light of a phone screen or e-reader. It's good to read in the morning as you can get an inspirational and fresh start to your day. Be aware that the light from an e-reader device may disrupt your sleep. A real book might be a better option before bed. This is not the most relaxed way of reading, but if you are an on-the-go...

TL;DR in English: Look for a quiet, comfortable space to settle in with a book. Add reading to your schedule. Read before going to sleep. Squeeze reading in between activities. Get away from screens.
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Dishwashing liquid will cut through most grease and oil stains. Don't use automatic dishwasher detergent, since it can be too abrasive for fiberglass.  Your detergent or cleaner should not have any bleach in it. Bleach can also damage fiberglass, so verify that it's not an active ingredient in your mild cleaner. You can also make a homemade cleaner easily by combining vinegar with regular dish detergent. This cleaner may work particularly well in showers. Mix baking soda with water to form a paste that can be used to remove dirt on surfaces like a shower door or sink. Apply it to the soiled area and leave it in place for at least 12 hours. Follow up by cleaning the area with soapy water.  The paste may turn a brownish color when it sits on the dirtier areas of fiberglass. You can use vinegar to activate the baking soda after it sits on a fiberglass surface for deeper cleaning power. It should bubble a little, after which you can wipe down the fiberglass to get rid of the baking soda and dirty stains. Both of these substances can be dangerous, so be careful when you are using them. Acetone and paint thinner should only be used for stains such as oil or paint.  Since these materials can harm the fiberglass, only use them to tackle especially bad stains. Spot clean using acetone and paint thinner, so you don't damage any areas not heavily stained. Wear thick gloves when cleaning using acetone or paint thinner. It may be good to wear goggles as well, so you don't get either substance in your eyes. It can be dangerous, so be careful when handling rust remover. Mix it with water so the rust remover is not strong enough to damage your fiberglass.  Dilute rust remover with water by about 10% to make it less dangerous to handle. Mix carefully before applying to any fiberglass surfaces. Since this can be a dangerous cleaner, make sure to wear rubber gloves. Rinse the fiberglass surfaces immediately with water when applying the rust remover; don't let it sit on the fiberglass for long. As a safer alternative, try...

TL;DR in English: Start with a mild cleaner, like dishwashing liquid. Use baking soda to tackle caked-on dirt. Remove paint stains with acetone or paint thinner. Try phosphoric acid (rust remover) for hard water stains. Try wax, silicone, or detergent for fiberglass boat surfaces (but note that silicone will make any subsequent repairs very difficult).
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Trim your beard so that it enhances your face’s natural contours. If you have a longer head shape, cropping the chin short while leaving a little length on the sides can help balance things out. Likewise, if you have a squared jawline,  cutting the sides and leaving the chin longer will create a lengthening effect.  The goal is to get your face shape as symmetrical as possible. A pair of sharp grooming scissors will offer your more control over the length of individual areas than an electric beard trimmer. One of the signature characteristics of the classic hipster beard is its unchecked fullness. To achieve this look, all you have to do is simply go a little longer between trims. It can also help to fluff your growth with a beard comb to max out its volume. Try not to let your facial hair get so long that starts to look wiry or dirty. There’s a thin line between dashing and disheveled. Twist the ends of your ‘stache into a playful handlebar style, or curl them upward in an old-timey flourish. For a neater, more professional profile, comb a long mustache smooth and smooth the hair on the lower part of your face into a gentle taper. Fine-tuning the individual areas of your beard will lend it some added depth and keep it from look like one big formless mass.  Rub a dab of wax into your goatee to better group the hairs and make them more pronounced. Offset your mustache by trimming and drawing your chin hair into a point. Men plagued by patchy cheeks can keep the upper area short and highlight fuller sections like the mustache and chin instead. Those who have trouble growing a bristling mustache might try shifting emphasis to the jawline where the hair tends to come in thicker. Not all beards are created equal. Cultivating your facial hair is all about understanding your natural growth patterns and choosing a style that best highlights your individual features.

TL;DR in English: Shape your beard to your face. Keep it scruffy. Jazz up your mustache. Experiment with alternate styles to cover inconsistent growth.
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Water dragons can grow quite large, and you should feel comfortable handling a large lizard.    You will also need the right amount of space to dedicate to an enclosure that will comfortably house your new water dragon.  Adult males will grow to about 3 feet in length. Adult females will reach around 2 feet in length. Water dragons can live up to fifteen years in captivity.  Caring for a water dragon is a commitment that you should be prepared for.  Do not acquire a water dragon if you do not feel like you can commit this amount of time to caring for one. If well cared for, your water dragon should enjoy a long and healthy life.  However, you should be observant for any health issues that may arise over the course of your water dragon's life.  Visit with your veterinarian regularly to catch some of the more common health issues with water dragons.  Lack of calcium or underexposure to UV light can cause metabolic bone disease.  This will have the symptom of weakness in the legs or jaw. Your water dragon may cause abrasions to its own face by bumping into the walls of the enclosure. Overfeeding will cause obesity in your water dragon. Injuries or other illnesses may occur at any time.  Always monitor your water dragons behaviour to  alert you to possible health issues.

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Don't use address abbreviations that are unapproved by your country's mailing service. Use the correct zip code for your intended area. Re-read your addresses to make sure you've written the right one down. Write your address on the appropriately-sized box for your package.

Wake up your significant other and tell them you have a surprise for them. Then take them to their favorite brunch spot and treat them to some good food, and maybe a mimosa or two (if they're old enough). Choose a park with some beautiful foliage or gardens in it. Stop and sit on a bench along the way and tell your significant other how happy you are to be spending their birthday with them. Rent ice skates at a local ice skating rink if you don't already have some. If your significant other doesn't know how to ice skate, help them onto the rink and let them hold onto you for support. You'll both be feeling the romance while you're holding hands and skating around the rink. Take lots of photos together with the animals and buy your significant other a small birthday present at the zoo gift shop. If there's no zoo near you, go to an aquarium instead. Go swimming or rent paddle boards together. Hold hands and walk up and down the beach, collecting seashells along the way. You can keep them as a nice birthday memento for your significant other. Research local wineries in your area and schedule a tasting for two. Keep in mind that there will likely be tasting fees, so include that in your budget for the day. Be the designated driver and let your significant other enjoy most of the wine. If you live close to a city you don't know that well, rent bikes there and ride around to do some sightseeing. You can also ride bikes through the park. Stop somewhere along the way and treat them to an ice cream for their birthday. If there's a nearby landmark or attraction that they're constantly talking about seeing, surprise them and drive there for the day. If it's a short drive, you could leave it as a surprise until you get there. For example, if your significant other has always wanted to visit a particular city that's not too far away, drive there and spend the day exploring. Surprise your significant other by taking them zip lining or whitewater rafting. If they're really daring, take them skydiving or bungy jumping.

TL;DR in English: Go out to brunch to kick off the day. Go for a romantic stroll through the park if it's nice outside. Go ice skating if you're celebrating during the winter. Buy two tickets to the zoo if your significant other loves animals. Lounge at the beach if you live near the ocean or a lake. Go wine tasting for a more upscale birthday outing. Rent bicycles and go exploring together. Take a day trip to somewhere your significant other's always wanted to go. Go do something adventurous together.
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If you want people to give you money via PayPal, they will need your e-mail address. Make sure, when requesting to receive money via PayPal, you give people the e-mail address associated with your account and not a different address. You can send requests for money through PayPal by logging into your account. Click "Tools", then "Request Money." Enter the amount of money you wish to receive and the e-mail or phone number of the person you're requesting it from. Then click, "Request Money." This is a good tool if you need to send someone a gentle reminder they owe you money. For example, if a friend borrowed money from you for something, you can send them a reminder of the amount via PayPal. If you do any kind of freelance work, you can easily invoice your hours using PayPal. After hitting the "Request Money" tab, you can select "Invoice" from the menu along the top of the page. You then fill out a form where you provide details of the services you provided, your hours, your rates, and the total amount owed. If you sell things online, on sites like eBay, most sites will allow you to link your account to your PayPal. This way, when customers make purchases, their money will automatically be directed to your PayPal account. Every site has a different procedure for linking your PayPal account, but you usually just need to enter the e-mail associated with your PayPal and possibly some personal information. If you use PayPal as an online merchant or as a way to invoice an employer, a fee of 2.9% + $0.30 will be deducted from your final payment. To get around this fee, calculate it into your price or invoice by multiplying your desired price by 0.029, then adding $0.30.  If you’re transferring money between friends and family with a linked credit card, you’ll be charged the same fee. If you’re using a linked bank account, you won’t be charged a fee. For a full, detailed list of fees in all countries and for different kinds of companies, visit PayPal’s fee page here: https://www.paypal.com/en/webapps/mpp/paypal-fees

TL;DR in English: Give people the e-mail associated with your PayPal account. Request money via PayPal. Send invoices via PayPal. Link PayPal with sites like eBay. Expect a fee to be deducted from most invoices and sales.
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Double-click on the program’s icon found on your desktop. This can be found in the "Home" or "Overview" window. ” It is located in the options listed on the left. After selecting “Software Updater,” Avast will scan your computer and programs installed. Wait for it to finish scanning. Select the application you want to update from the list of scan results. If there’s a current version available over the Internet, an “Update now” button will appear next to its name. Click this button to update the application.  For a better view of the scan results, you can set it to only display the programs that need an update. Uncheck “Show up-to-date programs.” To view additional information about the program you chose, click on “More details.” This options is located below the “Update now” button. It will expand the selection and display additional details. If you want to do another system scan, click on “Rescan” on the upper-right portion of the window. After clicking on “Update now,” you’ll be taken to the program’s web page where you can download and install the current version. If you don’t want to manually update each application, you can set Avast 2014 to automatically update programs whenever possible. Click on “Activate automatic updates” located on the lower-right corner of the window and wait for it to finish retrieving information. This feature is only available in the Premier edition of Avast, which you have to purchase. Click on “Settings” (right beside “Rescan”) to open the “Software Updater” settings window. Here you can change the following options:  Enable Software Updater. This option is activated by default. If you uncheck this option, all the other settings and the entire Software Updater tool will be deactivated. Allow update of system-wide products for administrators only. This notifies only the computer administrator about available updates. Automatically download updates if possible. If there are current versions available online Avast will update your applications without user confirmation....

TL;DR in English: Launch Avast 2014. Click on the “Security” tab. Select “Software Updater. Update programs manually. Update programs automatically. Adjust the settings for better use.
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Many people assume that the more protein they can pack into their diet, the better. However, there are daily recommendations for how much protein someone’s diet should include. The easiest breakdown for this is by age.  Children ages 1–3: 13 grams Children ages 4–8: 19g Children ages 9–13: 34g Girls ages 14–18: 46g Boys ages 14–18: 52g Women ages 19–70+: 46g (71g if pregnant or breastfeeding) Men ages 19–70+:	56g When considering protein in this manner, it helps to know how much protein is in certain common foods.  1 cup of milk has 8 grams of protein A 3-ounce piece of meat has about 21 grams of protein 1 cup of cooked beans has about 16 grams of protein An 8-ounce container of yogurt has about 11 grams of protein Seeing protein listed in grams can be hard to visualize. Another way to see it is that your daily amount of protein should constitute between 10-35% of your caloric intake. Athletes and the elderly may need more than the Recommended Dietary Allowance for individuals in their age groups to maintain muscle health and proper skeletal function. Ask a health professional or dietitian to help you calculate your daily needs if you are highly active, over the age of 65, or have a metabolic or kidney condition. Vegetarians and vegans are other groups of people who may be at risk of a protein deficiency. However, plant-based diets can still include enough supplemental protein sources. You can find more information about eating enough protein as a vegetarian at: How to Eat More Protein in Your Vegetarian Diet. Depending on your current diet, you may already consume adequate protein, even for an active lifestyle. Write down the type and quantity of foods you eat every day for a week (including snacks, drinks, and supplements). If they have an ingredient label, calculate the grams of protein in the serving you consume; otherwise, look up the probable amount of protein in a food through the USDA nutrient database or an online ingredient tool. Getting accustomed to the quantity of protein in common foods, such as...

TL;DR in English: Determine how much protein you need based on your age. Look up the amount of protein in common foods. Calculate protein requirements as a portion or your daily diet. Determine whether you have special additional requirements. Evaluate your current diet. Start to read nutrition labels. Incorporate plant- or animal-based proteins at each meal.
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Spoiled people have no problem asking for anything and everything they want at any time. If you see something in a store that you want, ask the person you’re with to buy it for you. If someone has something that you want, ask them to give it to you. If you want someone to do you a favor, just ask them.  You might say, "Dad, don't you want to buy me those new designer sneakers? They're limited edition!" Or you could say, "I know it's the middle of the night, but I'm craving chocolate ice cream. Can you go buy it for me?" Asking for something is really just a polite demand, since you fully expect to get everything you ask for! If you ask for something and you don’t get it, take it up a notch and make demands. You don't want it, you need it; it’s not an option.  For example, if you ask your parents to buy you a new car for your 16th birthday and they refuse, say something like, “All my friends are getting new cars! You have to get me one or I won't fit in.” If your boyfriend says he can’t pick up your dry cleaning, say something like, “Well, it wasn’t really a question. It’ll be ready at 5pm.” Spoiled people expect all of their desires to be granted right away, and anything less is unacceptable! After asking or demanding something, look expectantly at the other person, as if you’re waiting for them to give you what you want on the spot.  For example, if your significant other agrees to make your lunch but then continues on with whatever they’re doing, you can say, “Umm, I meant right now.” Then, look pointedly at your wristwatch. If you’re asked to wait for a table at an expensive restaurant, tell the hostess, “I want a table immediately. If you can’t do that, I want to talk to your manager right now.” Money is no object to a spoiled brat – specifically, other people’s money! Expect the best, no matter what. This applies to clothes, colleges, vacations, material possessions, and everything in between. If you have the choice between a name brand item and an off-brand item, always go with a name brand. Refuse to...

TL;DR in English: Ask for anything you want, whenever you want. Demand to get what you want if asking doesn’t work. Expect all of your demands to be met immediately. Insist on the most expensive option in every scenario. Negotiate no matter what the circumstance. Don’t say thank you when you get what you want. Ask for more after you get what you want.
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Most mailing services approve street designator (like ST for street), secondary street indicators (like APT for apartment), directional indicators (like N for North), or state and countries (like CA for California or UK for the United Kingdom). Do not abbreviate city names. Spell it out completely to prevent confusion (e.g. Los Angeles, not LA). Including the wrong zip code can delay your package even worse than writing no zip code. In some cases, your package may even end up lost. Look up the zip code before you write it to make sure you add the right one. Write your address slowly, as writing quickly can increase the probability of mistakes. Compare your written addresses to the correct delivery and return address. If you notice any mistakes, place a white label over the addresses and write them again. Even if you write the right address, choosing the wrong box can affect your packaging and shipping costs. If you're not sure which package is right for your items, ask a postal service employee.

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Take up a good cause. Excel in arts and entertainment. Excel in business and politics.

If you feel dizzy, sweaty, shaky, or weak, check your blood sugar. If you’re at 70 mg/dl or lower, you may need to eat or drink something with a high sugar content to bring it up. After eating something, wait 15 minutes, then check your blood sugar again. If you’re still below 100 mg/dl, consume something else sugary. Try either taking 3-4 glucose tablets or drinking or eating one of the following to bring your blood sugar back up when it’s low:   1⁄2 cup (120 mL) of apple juice or soda ½ a banana 1 apple 4-5 saltine crackers, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of raisins 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of honey Candies (e.g. lifesavers, skittles, gummy bears, or starbursts) When you're dehydrated, your blood doesn't have as much liquid to work with, which can throw your blood sugar off balance. Make sure you're getting 10 to 15 cups (2.4 to 3.5 L) of water each day to replenish what you lose. Carbohydrates help keep your blood sugar levels high enough, and they provide your body with energy. However, too many carbs can significantly elevate your blood sugar and also cause weight gain, so try to keep careful track of how many carbohydrates you eat.  First, talk to your doctor or nutritionist about how many carbohydrates you need in a day. Then, use that information to portion out your carbohydrates throughout the day. In general, 15 grams (0.53 oz) of carbohydrates counts as one serving. Generally, men need 4 to 5 servings per meal, or 12-15 servings each day, while women need 3 to 4 servings per meal, or 9-12 servings each day. Remember that this increases or decreases depending on the amount of energy you’re exerting. Sitting in the office requires fewer servings, while climbing a mountain may require many more. Remember to adjust accordingly, as each day is different. When counting carbohydrates, pay careful attention to labels. They will tell you how many carbs are in a certain food, so you don't have to guess. If the food doesn't have a label, look it up on the internet or in a nutrition app to find out. For reference, one...

TL;DR in English: Eat or drink sugary foods if you're at 70 mg/dl or below. Drink 10 to 15 cups (2.4 to 3.5 L) of water a day to stabilize blood sugar. Talk to your doctor about your carbohydrate needs. Read food labels to determine the carbohydrate level. Measure out food to determine servings. Choose whole grains over refined grains to help control your blood sugar. Balance your meals with protein and vegetables.
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Once you find your premise, your setting, and characters, create a rough outline of the story. Follow a story structure such as the one suggested in Freytag’s pyramid to create your outline, or read Edgar Allen Poe’s “The Philosophy of Composition” for guidance on how to structure your story. The key elements may include:  Exposition: Set the scene and introduce the characters. Inciting incident: Have something happen in the story to start the action. Rising action: Continue the story, building excitement and suspense. Climax: Include a moment that holds the most tension in the story. Falling action: These are events that occur after the climax. Resolution: Here, the character solves the main problem. Denouement: This is the ending in which the characters resolve any remaining questions. The most effective scary stories use description to show the reader how the characters feel in a story. This helps the reader feel like he is stepping into the main character’s shoes and identifying with this character. In contrast, when you tell the reader exactly how to feel by describing a scene flatly and obviously, the reader will feel less connected to the story.  For example, consider these two ways of describing a scene:  ”I was too scared to open my eyes, even though I heard footsteps coming closer.” “I wrapped the blankets tighter around me and let out a sick whimper. My chest was tight, my stomach rotten. I would not look. No matter how close those shuffling footsteps came, I would not look. I would not, I would…not…”    The second example gives the reader more of an insight into the character’s physical feelings. Allow the story to get more suspenseful as it goes on. For an effective suspenseful story, you need the reader to feel empathy and concern for the characters, and you need impending danger and escalating tension.   Hint at the story’s direction and possible climax by providing small clues or details. You might briefly mention a label on a bottle that will later come in handy for the main character. There...

TL;DR in English: Create a plot outline. Show, don’t tell, your story. Build tension as the story progresses. Try foreshadowing. Avoid certain words that are too obvious. Avoid cliches. Use gore and violence with purpose.
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All potential grants will set forth a list of eligibility criteria that you must meet in order to apply. It is important that you can clearly articulate how your business meets the eligibility requirements beyond being a minority-owned business. Some additional eligibility requirements can include:  Business entity type. Some grants may be limited to for-profit businesses, such as grants from Minority Business Development Agency. Grants may also require that the business applicant be a not-for-profit organization such as grants awarded by the Gates Foundation. Limited to certain categories of business fields. Some grants may be limited to specific business fields. For instance, grants may be directed to companies that work in the environmental and natural resources fields or in technology. Limited to certain locations. Grants offered by state governments or the federal government may be tied to specific locations. For instance, the Gillibrand guide directs readers to grants that are only for businesses located in rural communities, as well as grants limited to businesses in New York State. Most grant websites will either have you download a grant application or apply for the grant online. In either case, be sure that you have all of your supporting documentation available as you prepare your grant applications. Most grants require that you submit a grant proposal that outlines how you satisfy the eligibility criteria, your business aims, how you intend to use the funds, and a budget. In order to write a successful grant proposal you must:  Include all requested sections in your proposal. Respond to all of the questions asked. Closely edit your proposal for grammar and typographical errors. Follow any formatting guidelines set forth in the instructions, including instructions related to font size, page limit or word count. You may be required to fill out questionnaires as part of your grant application. You must provide answers to any questions set forth in the grant application package and you must write...

TL;DR in English: Choose grants that reflect your business. Download your application. Write your grant proposal. Complete all application questionnaires. Attach supporting documentation. Submit your application before the due date. Wait for a decision on your grant. If your grant has been denied, start again.
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Doing the wrong exercises while you have a knee injury can strain your knee and possibly cause long-term damage. Therefore, make sure you get the go-ahead from your doctor first. Depending on the extent of your injury, your doctor may tell you to avoid working out altogether. Always follow your doctor's advice so that your injury heals properly and as quickly as possible. Go on a slow, 5-minute walk to help get your legs warmed up before your workout. Warming up is an important way to prevent exercise-related injuries, especially when you're already injured.  Not warming up before your workout will put you at risk of injuring your knee more. You can also go for a 5-minute walk after your workouts to cool down and slowly bring your heart rate back to its normal speed. Working out at the same intensity as you were before your injury may be too much for your knee. Instead, work out in shorter sessions with a decreased amount of activity. Then, gradually increase the duration and intensity of your workouts so your knee has time to adjust.  For example, if you're used to running for 90 minutes on 6 days of the week, you may start with 10 minutes of swimming immediately after your injury. Slowly, you should increase the amount you swim until you've rebuilt some strength and resistance in your leg. Then, you can start transitioning back to running, starting with short, gentle jogs. If you typically do resistance training, you may start with a focused, gentle resistance routine for your injured leg, under the advisement of your doctor or a physical therapist. This can be supplemented with a more vigorous upper body routine. Exercises like squats, lunges, leg presses, and running can strain your knee and make your injury worse. If you need to do these exercises, work with a physiotherapist or kinesiologist on how to properly modify them to accommodate your injury. Alternatively, you can focus on exercises that won’t put a lot of pressure on your knee, like:   Crunches, push-ups, ab curls, and other floor exercises...

TL;DR in English: Talk to your doctor before you start a workout regimen with a knee injury. Warm up before your workout to help protect your knee from further injury. Reduce the intensity and frequency of your workouts. Avoid exercises that will put a lot of stress on your knee. Stop working out if you experience sudden pain in your knee.
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Open the "Clear Recent History" window by pressing Ctrl+⇧ Shift+Del. Check the "Form data" box to remove any saved auto-complete information. Click the Delete button to remove the entries. Open the "Clear browsing data" window by pressing Ctrl+⇧ Shift+Del. Check the "Autofill form data" box and then click the Clear browsing data button to remove the auto-complete entries. Make sure that the time range is set to "the beginning of time" if you want to remove all of the saved entries. Open the "Clear Recent History" window by pressing Ctrl+⇧ Shift+Del. Check the "Forms & Search History" box and then click the Clear Now button to remove the auto-complete entries. Make sure that the time range is set to "Everything" if you want to remove all of the saved entries.

TL;DR in English: Clear Internet Explorer auto-complete. Clear Google Chrome auto-complete. Clear Firefox auto-complete.
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Oprah has become renowned for her positive impact in the world. If you are passionate about creating a better society and have made notable strides, Oprah may reach out to you to help with your cause. While she is a famous philanthropist she also mobilizes organizations to create a positive impact around the world. Follow her lead and join one of her many charitable causes. Oprah both interviews and interacts with many people who affect positive change in the world. While contacting Oprah shouldn’t be the sole reason you do your work, it could be a great bonus. Oprah is known for interviewing celebrities, athletes, actors and actresses. If you are interested in pursuing a career in film or sports or have garnered fame some other way, you have a very good chance of contacting Oprah. Oprah is famous for her book club so if you become a famous author, you may have a chance of contacting her to discuss your work. Oprah not only interviews titans of industry and politicians but also often partners up to bring about change in the community. She also is a savvy business person and understands how to partner with good brands.

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Define what you want to accomplish. Write down a list of your talking points. Prepare yourself for questions they might ask. Wait until the right time to ask.

Fill your sink or a bucket with one part vinegar and three parts lukewarm water. Mix the solution thoroughly. Pad the bottom of your sink or bucket with a soft towel to prevent the crystal from getting damaged.  Vinegar will help remove cloudiness from crystal as well as add a beautiful shine.  You can also substitute ammonia for vinegar. Allow the crystal to soak for five to ten minutes. If your item is too big to fully submerge, you can fill it with the solution (e.g., a vase or bowl) or dampen a soft cloth or sponge in the solution and use it to wipe down the crystal (e.g., a lamp or figurine). Be sure to use a soft cloth or sponge so as not to scratch the crystal items. Gently rub your cloth or sponge on the surface of the crystal using a circular motion. Air drying will often leave water spots, so use a lint-free or microfiber cloth. You may want to wear gloves so you don’t get fingerprints on your clean crystal. Carefully pat the crystal dry, rather than rubbing it.

TL;DR in English: Create a solution of water and vinegar. Submerge your crystal in the solution. Wash your crystal carefully with a cloth. Dry your crystal.
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Each meal should consist of 1 carbohydrate portion and 1 protein portion. The portions should match the size of your palm if you’re eating meat, or the size of your closed fist for bulkier foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Start the Atkins diet by going through Induction. During this period, you will eat no more than 20 grams of carbohydrates per day, and that total should contain 12 to 15 grams of carbohydrates from foundation vegetables. Continue into Ongoing Weight Loss (OWL). After the 2-week Induction period, gradually add carbohydrates to your daily total to find your carbohydrate level for weight loss (CLL). Start Pre-Maintenance after OWL. When you are within 10 pounds of your goal weight, continue adding carbohydrates to your daily total until your weight loss slows to a crawl. This will help you to determine your carbohydrate equilibrium that you can utilize in Lifetime Maintenance. Progress to Lifetime Maintenance. Eat the number of carbohydrates each day that you can safely consume without losing or gaining weight. You’ll have to drink at least a gallon of water per day on the Body for Life diet. That amount is the equivalent of 16 8-ounce glasses of water per day.  Body for Life does not have supplementation requirements.  Take 1 multivitamin and 1 fish oil capsule daily on Atkins. Your multivitamin should not contain extra iron because the extra iron could cause constipation. Consume more sodium on the Atkins diet. Low-carb diets may leach sodium and potassium from your kidneys. Therefore, you should consume 2 cups of broth per day on Atkins, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce or 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

TL;DR in English: Eat 6 meals per day on the Body for Life diet. Follow the 4 phases of the Atkins diet while eating 4 to 5 times per day. Drink twice as much water on Body for Life. Drink at least 8 8-ounce glasses of water per day on the Atkins diet. Add additional vitamins and minerals to your diet on Atkins.
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The Ivy League schools do not give out athletic scholarships to students. Still, engaging in athletics will help you to show Yale that you are more than just a bookworm. Playing high school sports while maintaining high grades demonstrates that you are a well-rounded individual who can balance multiple responsibilities.  Also, if you excel in a sport in which Yale participates and your high school grades are above average, it is possible that Yale will “bend” some of the more stringent academic standards for admission to get desirable student-athletes to attend the school. While Yale is not known for its athletics program, the university has had some success in men's diving and swimming, golf, hockey and women's fencing. Getting involved in student government in your high school is a great way to show Yale that you are engaged in your academic environment and are ready to take on leadership roles within that environment. So run for class president, vice-president or treasurer. While joining clubs and group activities in school are great extracurricular activities on a college application, nothing is more impressive than a young student taking the initiative to found a group or spearhead a student project. Identify areas where your school is lacking extracurricular activities and lobby your school’s administration to allow you to begin a new group. When taking this step, be sure you identify other students that will participate and a faculty member who can oversee the group. This will make “pitching” the idea to your school’s administration much easier. Get involved in community service, charity, and public outreach programs. Yale is looking for intelligent individuals who will use their intelligence and ambition to improve their community and those around them. Helping to improve your community during high school will demonstrate that you are exactly the type of outward-thinking person Yale wants at their school. Working a part-time job during your high school tenure will demonstrate your work ethic and...

TL;DR in English: Join an athletic team at your school. Engage in student politics at your school. Find a club or group at your school. Engage in activities that help your community. Build a strong record of employment.
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As soon as you notice a wet paint stain on faux leather, grab a paper towel. Use the paper towel to absorb as much of the wet paint as possible. Try to avoid spreading the paint beyond the borders of the original stain.  You might need to use several paper towels to absorb all of the remaining paint. Make sure you blot instead of rubbing. Rubbing the paint will cause it to penetrate into the faux leather more quickly. In a bucket or large container, mix together 1 quart/950mL of hot water with 1 ounce/30mL of mild dish detergent. Combine the two ingredients to make a soapy cleaning solution. Dip a sponge into the mixture of hot water and mild dish detergent. Squeeze the excess water from the sponge, and then use the sponge to clean away any remaining residue from the paint. Rinse the sponge out in the cleaning solution when one side of the sponge becomes saturated with paint. You should rinse the sponge at least once during your cleaning session. Make sure the sponge is only damp with the solution, not soaking wet. Once you have successfully removed the remaining paint residue, dry the area completely. You can use a soft cloth, like cotton or microfiber, to dry the area. You can also use a paper towel to remove residual moisture.

TL;DR in English: Use a paper towel to blot the paint. Mix 1 quart/950mL water with 1 ounce/30mL dish detergent. Sponge away the remaining paint residue. Dry the faux leather with a soft cloth.
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While you don't have the texting limitations of the days of old, you do still want to keep your interactions short. Long texts can be a turn off, as your guy has to wade through all that text just to figure out what you're saying.  In other words, don't write him a novel. Shortcuts are fine, as long as the person you're texting is a fan of them, such as LOL (Laugh Out Loud) or BRB (Be Right Back). However, you don't want to overuse shortcuts, especially ones that are more obscure. These shortcuts, along with emojis, can be a turn off for some people. Sarcasm is hard to portray over a text message, especially if you don't know the other person that well. Try to skip the sarcasm when flirting with a guy, at least until you both get to know each other better and are better at interpreting each other's tone. Sometimes, you may feel like you need to play games with the person that you like by waiting to respond. It's a type of power struggle. However, in the world of texting, not texting him back in at least a day says you don't like him much.  So if you do like him, make sure to text him back fairly quickly. Really, in the texting world, an hour can seem like a long time. If you're sending twenty messages a day, that may be too many, especially if he's not responding to every single one. Keep your count lower, in the 3 to 5 range per day. That way, he has a chance to miss you between the times you're texting. Also, skip the "Did you get my text?" messages, as they can come off as being too desperate. If he's not responding, he's likely just busy. Texting while drunk means you may text something you regret later. You may flirt a little more than you mean to, or you may turn the guy off because you're saying crazy things. While it may not be easy to stop yourself when you're in the situation, try to avoid it if possible. If you're an overanalyzer, text messages can be your worst nightmare. It gives you just enough text to analyze but not enough so that you can really glean more information from it. If you have this...

TL;DR in English: Keep it short and sweet. Watch your tone. Don't wait too long. Don't send too many. Skip the alcohol. Try not to read into everything. Look over your texts before sending.
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Knowing what your goals are will help you keep your priorities straight during the conversation. Think about what you want from the conversation. Maybe you want your parents to let you get gages, or maybe you think lip piercings are cute. Having a goal will also help you gather talking points as you prepare.  Think about potential compromises, too: what if your parents won't let you get your septum pierced, but they'll say yes to double-pierced ears? Would you be satisfied by that? Ask yourself not just what you want but what you want to be during the conversation. Aim for a positive, kind, and understanding attitude. Without a plan to keep on track, your emotions can easily get the best of you and launch you into an argument. Take some time to write down the three or four most important things you want to say. Look over this list during the conversation to keep on-track. Remember: "I just want it!" is not a compelling point. Most likely, your parents will have questions. Even if they're accepting from the start, they may want to know who's giving you the piercing or what care is involved while the piercing heals. Having all necessary information will show them that you've thought about this and are responsible. Find a time when your parents are happy and comfortable to start the conversation. The week rent is due, for example, your parents will probably be stressed and less open-minded. You and your parents will both be in the best mindset if relaxed. While you can give your parents a letter or text asking for their permission, a conversation will be most convincing. If you can, have the conversation in-person.

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Rest your leg. Spend time elevating your leg. Stretch your leg muscles. Apply ice if you feel a mild injury with inflammation. Soak in a warm bath if you feel leg cramps. Drink some water. Consider taking over-the-counter (OTC) medication.

and prepare a water bath for canning. Place a large stockpot full of water on the stove and place the jars in it so they're submerged. Turn the burner to high so the water comes to a boil and heat the jars for 10 minutes.  Turn off the burner and leave the hot water in the stockpot. You'll use this to process the jars of pickles. If you prefer to simply store the pickles in the refrigerator instead of canning them, refrigerate them in sterilized containers for up to 1 month. Rinse 3 pounds (1.4 kg) of pickling cucumbers and cut off the ends. Then peel an onion. Cut each cucumber and 1/2 of the onion into thin, even slices and place them in a colander. Set the colander in the sink. To make it easier to cut the cucumbers or onion, use a mandoline. Run cold water over the salted vegetables in the sink to remove the salt. Let the water drain while you line a baking sheet with paper towels. Spread the sliced vegetables on the paper towel-lined sheet. Carefully lift the hot jars out of the water bath and set them on your work surface. Remove the sheet of sliced cucumbers and onions from the refrigerator and fill the jars with the vegetables. Leave 1⁄2 inch (1.3 cm) of space at the top of the jar. Leaving headspace at the top of the jar will prevent the pickles and syrup from escaping as the jars process. Set new seals on the jars and screw bands on until they're fingertip tight. Carefully lower the jars into the water bath that you set up earlier. Bring the water to a boil over high heat and then set a timer for 15 minutes. Boiling the jars for 15 minutes will force the air out of the jar and create a vacuum-seal so the pickles are preserved. Remove the jars from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature before you store them. For the best flavor, wait 1 to 2 days before opening a jar and eating them. For long-term storage, keep the unopened jars at room temperature for up to 1 year. Once you open a jar of pickles, store it in the refrigerator.

TL;DR in English: Sterilize 2 pint jars Slice the cucumbers and 1/2 of an onion into 1⁄4 inch (0.64 cm) pieces. Rinse the vegetables and lay them on a sheet. Fill the sterilized jars with the sliced cucumbers and onions. Process the jars for 15 minutes. Let the pickles rest for 1 to 2 days before eating them.
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Investing in the stock market involves risk, and this includes the risk of permanently losing money. Before investing, always ensure you have your basic financial needs taken care of in the event of a job loss or catastrophic event.  Make sure you have 3 to 6 months of your income readily available in a savings account. This ensures that if you quickly need money, you will not need to rely on selling your stocks. Even relatively "safe" stocks can fluctuate dramatically over time, and there is always a probability your stock could be below what you bought it for when you need cash. Ensure your insurance needs are met. Before allocating a portion of your monthly income to investing, make sure you own proper insurance on your assets, as well as on your health. Remember to never depend on investment money to cover any catastrophic event, as investments do fluctuate over time. For example, if your savings were invested in the stock market in 2008, and you also needed to spend 6 months off work due to an illness, you would have been forced to sell your stocks at a potential 50% loss due to the market crash at the time. By having proper savings and insurance, your basic needs are always covered regardless of stock market volatility. Depending on your investment needs, there are several different types of accounts you may want to consider opening. Each of these accounts represents a vehicle in which to hold your investments.  A taxable account refers to an account in which all investment income earned within the account is taxed in the year it was received. Therefore, if you received any interest or dividend payments, or if you sell the stock for a profit, you will need to pay the appropriate taxes. As well, money is available without penalty in these accounts, as opposed to investments in tax deferred accounts.    A traditional Individual Retirement Account (IRA) allows for tax-deductible contributions but limits how much you can contribute. An IRA doesn't allow you to withdraw funds until you reach retirement age...

TL;DR in English: Ensure investing is right for you. Choose the appropriate type of account. Implement dollar cost averaging. Explore compounding.
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Every college student will get sick. Sending them a cold-care kit will help them make the transition to taking care of themselves.  Include things like cold medicine, cough drops, vitamin C, and ice packs. Throw an easy-to-read paperback in the care package if they'll be in bed for a few days. You can also use a premade kit available at most drug stores or online. Send them a crate of Campbell's. Nothing helps a cold like chicken noodle soup. A whole crate of soup will let your child know you care and also make them laugh. You can also include other foods people associate with being sick, like ginger ale or saltine crackers. Many college students will be having their first relationships, and some of these will end in heartbreak. If you know your child has recently broken up with their significant other, send them a care package with chocolates and an inspiring book about getting over heartbreak.  Try to find a book that's inspiring and funny. Laughter goes a long way in helping college students get over a relationship. If it's not too soon after the breakup, you might consider getting your child a subscription to a dating site like OKCupid or Match.com. It'll make your child laugh and also give them inspiration to start dating again.

TL;DR in English: Make a cold-care kit. Mail them Campbell's soup. Help their heartache.
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Incorporate whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, seeds, and nuts into your diet to gradually increase your fiber intake. Women should try to eat 21-25 grams of fiber a day, while men should try to eat 30-38 grams of fiber a day. Fiber helps ease constipation and encourages regular bowel movements.  Talk to your doctor about fiber supplements if you have trouble reaching your fiber goals with diet alone. They can cause less gas and bloating than dietary changes for some IBS-C sufferers.  Raspberries, pears, whole grain pasta, barley, lentils, black beans, split peas, and artichokes are all high sources of dietary fiber. Pinpoint your trigger foods by keeping a log of your meals and any IBS-C-related discomfort that follows. Certain foods and drinks, such as peppers, onions, wine, and milk inflame the intestines and commonly activate IBS-C symptoms. Keeping a careful log will help you notice patterns in your symptoms. You can then better avoid foods that cause you intestinal distress. Incorporate walking, yoga, swimming, and other low-impact exercise into your current fitness regimen. If you’re not currently active, try exercising for 20 minutes at a time 1-2 days a week to slowly increase your activity level.  Avoid high-impact exercises, such as running, CrossFit, and jumping rope. These jarring exercises can inflame your intestines and aggravate IBS-C symptoms.  Jumping while constipated can also put excess pressure on your pelvic floor. Take up yoga classes at your local studio or use stress management techniques, such as deep breathing, to calm your mind. Stress can irritate your bowels and cause painful cramping for those with IBS-C. If you’re just learning how to meditate, try a guided meditation app, such as Relax or Don’t Panic, to show you the ropes. Consult your doctor to determine how much sleep they recommend for you based on your age. Sleep promotes good digestion and can help keep your bowel movements regular if you suffer from constipation. School-age children typically need 10-11 hours of...

TL;DR in English: Add high fiber foods to your diet. Keep a food diary to log your symptoms. Perform regular low-impact exercise to get your bowels moving. Reduce your stress level through meditation or yoga. Get sufficient sleep for your age group. Increase your water intake. Reduce your caffeine and alcohol intake.
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If you feel minor leg pain while playing a sport, working out at the gym or being active in general, then take a break and rest it for at least a few hours. Most cases of minor leg pain is muscle strain or cramping from over-exertion, so rest is a good remedy most of the time. If the pain quickly fades away, then return to your activity. If not, try some of the advice in the following steps.  Although some leg cramps and mild muscle strain can resolve within a few hours, you may have to rest for a few days before resuming athletic activities. Bed rest and complete inactivity is not considered helpful for most musculoskeletal injuries nowadays, so some light walking and movement for house chores is recommended. While you're resting your leg, try to elevate it in order to deter swelling from forming. Most injuries to the muscles, ligaments and bones of the leg involve inflammation, which collects (pools) in the lower leg and causes more discomfort and problems with walking. Therefore, elevate your painful leg with a footstool when you sit, or use extra pillows while you lie on the couch or in bed.  Elevating your leg sort of cancels out the effects of gravity and prevents water-like fluid from pooling in your lower leg and foot. Raising your injured leg above the level of your heart is ideal, although that's obviously difficult while sitting. Lying flat on your back with your leg elevated is probably the easiest and most comfortable position. Since most minor leg injuries involve strained or tight muscles, take the time to do some leg stretches after you've rested them for a short period of time. Stretching elongates muscle fibers, increases flexibility and promotes better circulation, all of which can alleviate minor pain or discomfort. Pinpointing where your leg pain is coming from will help you to choose the most effective stretch. All stretches should be held for 30 seconds and repeated three to five times daily until the pain fades away.  If your pain is coming from your hamstring muscle (directly below...

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