Wear supportive, low-heeled shoes at all times. Use one-size-fits-all orthotic inserts for an easy solution. Lose weight

Determining the latitude with the sun can only be done when it is at its highest point. Check your watch or you may use the method of creating a quadrant and placing a stick in the ground, at the very southern end of a north-south line. It’s noon as soon as the shadow of the stick crosses the north-south line. Use a plumb line to ensure that the stick is vertical. A plumb line is exactly as it sounds: a line with any type of plumb attached to it. Gravity will ensure that the plumb creates a vertical line. You may only set up your measurements knowing north and south. Mark north and south with a line running along the ground. Set up a quadrant with its aiming beam parallel to this line. The aiming beam -- or hands of the cross -- should be centered on the support beam-- or body of the cross -- so that it can pivot up and down. There should be 4 nails at the hands of the cross, each only pounded far enough to keep it stable. There should be 2 nails at either end of the face of the cross and 2 nails at either end of the top of the hands of the cross. Center a protractor at the pivot point. Suspend the plumb line also from this pivot point. Once noon, line up the nails on the aiming beam with the sun. Do not look directly at the sun but rather use the shadows of the nails to find the correct position. Move the aiming beam up and down so that the two shadows from the nails move closer together and create a single shadow on the ground. Once the beam is aimed correctly, use the protractor to measure from the vertical plumb line to the portion of the aiming beam closest to it. Keep the horizon at 90 degrees  as you make your measurements. Your reading will only be correct in both the spring and autumn equinoxes that fall on March and September 21 respectively. If you are taking measurements around December 21, or midwinter, subtract 23.45 degrees from your reading. In contrast, add 23.45 degrees if you are taking measurements around midsummer, June 21.  The measurements are not completely accurate, other than spring...

TL;DR in English: Make sure that it is noon. Use a compass to establish north and south. Create a quadrant, or cross, using two pieces of wood. Align the sighting nails of the quadrant with the sun. Use the protractor to measure the small angle between the beam and the plumb line. Understand that the time of year plays into the accuracy of your reading.
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There isn’t a specific number of images a portfolio should include and opinions about this tend to vary. However, most professionals agree that less is more. Twenty images should be the maximum; closer to ten is preferable.  Remember, each of these shots should strongly represent your skill level. The execution of each shot should be close to perfect and there should be no visible flaws in any of them. Examine your set closely. Think about any steps you need to take to perfect your chosen images. Perhaps you need to tweak a negative for a better print or crop something slightly differently. Complete the computer or darkroom work necessary to finalize your series of photos. As you tweak the images, don't forget that a consistent theme should be apparent and the series of images should fit together in a cohesive way. Don't change the images so much that you lose cohesiveness. There is no “right” way to order your images. However, the first image in your portfolio should be one of the strongest. You want the first photo to make a clear statement. It also needs to create enough interest to make the viewer want to continue looking through the series. Arrange the rest so that the colors, tones and moods compliment and play off one another.  It might help to think about arranging them in a way that tells a coherent story or evokes a particular mood. The final image should appropriately sum up the rest of the series. Avoid crowding the “best” images at the front and then padding the end out with weaker images. There should be no weak images in the group. Your portfolio is more than just a handful of great photos. The way you present them is extremely important. A bound book of selected works is the most traditional option. The book you arrange them in should represent the contents inside. Choose techniques, borders and backing sheet colors that enhance the collection. Make your prints on good paper.  Be consistent and choose either matte or glossy – do not include a combination. Package everything as attractively and...

TL;DR in English: Settle on ten to twenty final images. Tweak your final images if necessary. Organize the images into a particular sequence. Use high quality materials. Put the photos into your portfolio. Add the finishing touches. Consider an online portfolio.
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Supportive shoes are especially important when you are doing an activity that causes your foot to strike against the ground, such as walking or running. Look for thick-soled shoes that provide a stable base. The shoes should fit well and offer arch support.  It’s best to shop when your feet are sore and puffy, such as at the end of a long workday. This ensures that your shoes won't be too tight. If you can, get your gait analyzed at a running store or your podiatrist’s office. This can help you find the best shoes for you. Orthotic inserts, which don’t require a prescription, are made support your arches and lessen the impact of walking or exercise. They can also prevent injury. You should also use arch inserts and wraps to give extra support to your feet, especially if your shoes don’t have built-in arch support.  You may need to trim some inserts to fit your shoes. If you only buy 1 pair, you’ll need to switch them between pairs of shoes, unless you always wear the same shoes. You may not need inserts for athletic shoes that have good arch support and firm mid-soles. You can find generic orthotics over-the-counter at most department and athletic stores. You can also buy them online. if you are overweight. Carrying extra weight puts a lot of pressure on your feet, especially your arches. This increases your risk for over-pronation. Keep your weight within a healthy weight range for your height to limit your risk.  Eat a healthy, balanced diet and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TL;DR in English: Take your words and exercise. Make up gestures. Study in a different position.
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Some of your childhood fears may indicate a predisposition for psychic ability. You might have medium abilities if:  You feared the dark. Often, children with psychic tendencies have a persisting fear of the dark that stems from an unconscious awareness of the supernatural. You also exhibited a persistent unwillingness to sleep in a room alone and may also have had vivid nightmares. If you don’t remember how you used to play as a child, ask your parents or guardians. You might have had some supernatural experiences disguised as play. Some of these experiences include: You had an imaginary friend. Often, adults label the spirits or supernatural being children interact with as “imaginary friends.” If you were extremely interested in religion or understanding meaning as a child, this could be an indication you had a psychic connection. If you showed tendencies toward psychic abilities early:  You asked guardians to take you to religious services or to tell you about different religious beliefs in detail. You engaged in play with objects like a Ouija board or tarot cards. You read children’s books centering around the spiritual or supernatural.

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Don’t be a snob. Don’t be a snob to them. Don’t be a snob to them. Don’t be a snob to them. Don’t be a snob to them. Don’t be a snob to them.

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

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

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

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

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Tell the person your name and why you are writing to them. Do you like their music or their movies? Do you look up to them and want to be like them? Did they help you deal with a problem you were having? Be honest and express your true feelings.  You may say, “Hi,

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TL;DR in English: Train at least 3 times a week. Work out hard. Practice explosive reps. Get plenty of rest between workouts. Prioritize weights over cardio.
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If you have free time between classes or after classes, many websites will pay you to take surveys. While the pay is not always high, if you're taking a few surveys during your downtime each day, it adds up. You also may be able to find companies that pay you to test websites. You will have to spend a few hours browsing the site, and then take a survey reviewing your experience on it. If you're skilled at taking pictures, you may be able to make some money doing so. If you have a small portfolio of quality of photos, assemble it on a website or blog. Then, advertise your services as a photographer. Offer to photograph events on campus for a reasonable fee. You can also make money via photography online. Websites like Dreamstime allow you to upload your best photos. Each time someone downloads one of your images, you receive payment. If you're talented in a particular subject area, offer your skills as a tutor. Put up flyers around campus offering to tutor students in a particular subject. You can place these photos in relevant locations. For example, if math classes tend to be taught in Wells Hall, put up flyers advertising your services as a personal math tutor there. Most tutors charge somewhere between $20 and $40 an hour. However, if you're targeting other students, you may set yourself apart from the competition by charging slightly less. You  may get more clients this way, increasing your income even when charging less for hourly services. Many college students dislike doing laundry. If you don't mind the task, offer a laundry service in your dorm. You can charge, say, $10 per load of laundry, as well as the cost of operating the laundry machines. If you can offer students clean, folded laundry, they may feel freeing up some time in their own schedule is worth a small fee. If you're an English or writing major, editing skills are often in high demand. Students without an English background may need to write papers for certain courses. They may be in need of editing services.  You can advertise your...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Find a trustworthy program. Play around with pitch and speed. Record higher quality sounds. Take your singing to the next level.

Strength implies having power and being able to change your own life, while weakness implies being powerless and helpless. Whatever your circumstances, there are things you can control, and things you can't. The key is to focus on the things you can control. Make a list of what is troubling you, then make a list of what you can do to make each situation better. Accept the items on the first list (they are what they are) and focus your energy on the second list. In studies of people with a high Adversity Quotient (AQ), it's observed that resilient people not only always find some aspect of a situation that they can control, but also feel responsible for taking action to fix the situation, even if their hardship was caused by someone else. Those with a low AQ, however, ignore opportunities to take action and deflect accountability, presuming that because they didn't create the situation, they should not be the ones to fix it. Sometimes, we encounter situations in which we really are helpless to enact change. Even though these times are trying, you can still be in control because no matter what, you can always control your attitude towards life. As Victor Frankl put it: "We who lived in concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been few in number, but they offer sufficient proof that everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way." Regardless of what is happening, be positive.  If somebody is making your life miserable, don't let them crush your spirit. Continue to be proud, have hope, and remember that attitude is something that no one can take away from you. "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent," as Eleanor Roosevelt said. Try not to let a crisis or hardship in one area of your life spill over into other areas of your life. If you're facing great difficulty with work, for...

TL;DR in English: Remember that you are in control. Choose your attitude. Rediscover your zest for life. Have faith in yourself. Pick your battles wisely. Reach out to the people who mean the most to you. Strike a balance between work and play, rest and activity. Be thankful for what you have Don't take things so seriously Remember that nothing is permanent.
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One option for a mother-in-law who has declining health is to use home health aids. You can hire home health aids to simply be with your mother-in-law to give you a break, or you can use them for more hands-on care that you can't handle.  However, this option can be costly to use on a regular basis, so you need to consider your financial situation before deciding on a home health aid. It may be possible that your mother-in-law can pay for the aid, but many elderly people are not keen on outside help, even when they need it. Another option for older adults is adult day care. Adult day care is much like day care for kids. Your mother-in-law goes to a center during the day, where she'll be provided with meals, activities, and sometimes, physical therapy.   Once again, though, it can be expensive, and your mother-in-law might not be very amenable to the idea. The plus side is it frees up your days to do things outside the home, if you've been staying home caring for your mother-in-law. If your spouse has other siblings, they may be able to provide some help, even if they can't invite your mother-in-law to live with them. Asking for help can be difficult, but it can take some of the burden off of you and your family.  For instance, your family may be able to stay with your mother-in-law once in a while to help spot you. They may also be able to invite your mother-in-law for short stays, such as a week or two, to give you a break. Church friends and other close friends may also be willing to offer some relief by giving you an afternoon off. Family may be willing to chip in a bit financially. If $100 would make a difference in how you feel about having her there, maybe some family members would be able to help out, since they can't take her themselves. If your mother-in-law is independent, ask her if you can have some alone time with your spouse so that you can grow your marriage. Suggest that she give you an alone night once a week by letting you go out with your spouse or by having her go out. Another option is...

TL;DR in English: Use home health aids. Think about adult day care. Ask family for help. Ask for space.
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There are a wide variety of free and paid recording programs available online, many made by trusted developers. Be sure to download from a website that you know, and read as many reviews as possible. Almost every audio recording program will let you record longer than the 1 minute limit of Sound Recorder. Many third-party programs will allow you to adjust the way your audio is recorded. You can slow your recording down to draw out your words, or increase the pitch to give yourself a chipmunk sound. High end recording programs can do a lot to improve the quality of your recording. These are useful programs if you have a high quality microphone and do a lot of voice recording and editing. Recording yourself is the first step to getting your name and your music out to the world. You can use free audio recording software to get started in your own home, while giving your music a professional touch!

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Get a spatula. Squeeze a liberal amount of lotion onto the spatula. Gently reach the spatula behind your back. Spread the lotion around your back.

As with hair loss in men, the most important first step is to consult a doctor. The earlier a woman seeks care, the sooner a doctor can administer the proper treatment, which is more likely to yield positive results and regrowth. Your doctor will run a panel of tests to check everything from deficiencies to levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Deficiencies such as zinc, iron, or vitamin D can result in hair loss. After your doctor runs a panel of tests, he or she may recommend a stronger daily dose of deficient vitamins or minerals.  In cases where hormonal abnormalities are present—specifically the presence of excess male hormones known as androgens—medications such as spironolactone (which limits aldosterone production) or oral contraceptives may be the solution.  In cases where the diagnosis is alopecia areata, early data shows that JAK inhibitors such as ruxolitinib can suppress the immune response causing the hair loss. A doctor may decide to prescribe minoxidil (Rogaine and its generics) for a woman with DHT-related hair loss. Whereas the minoxidil formulation for men is typically 5%, women are more commonly prescribed a 2% formula.  For a women who really want to maximize the potential for hair regrowth, a doctor may still prescribe the stronger 5% solution; however, while very effective, this can lead to increased facial hair growth as a side effect.  As with men, one of the major drawbacks of minoxidil for women is that the product requires strict adherence to its application. Regrown hair will quickly recede with discontinued use. Hair transplant surgeries relocate healthy hair follicles to affected areas of the scalp and are very effective methods of regrowing hair. Transplant options are best for women with traction alopecia (caused by long wear of tight braids or other things that pull the hair) or hair loss due to trauma such as scarring or burns.  Unfortunately, most women with DHT-related hair loss see a general thinning across the entire scalp as opposed to male pattern baldness which...

TL;DR in English: Consult a doctor. Discuss oral treatment solutions. Discuss topical treatments. Discuss hair transplant options. Do not worry about refraining from typical hair care regimens.
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This is to avoid dehydration. Constant vertigo can impair your daily life and provoke anxiety. You may become careless about food and fluid intake. Dehydration may concentrate the infected fluid in the inner ear making the condition worse. In the first few days you may feel severe dizziness and vertigo. You should take rest during this time to avoid fall and injury. After about a week you should start feeling better.  You should not drive or operate sharp machinery during this time. Sudden aggravation of vertigo may cause accident or severe injury. You should not watch TV or read books for a long time. This may lead to eye fatigue which in turn interferes with balance. These can help you boost your immunity to help you fight against any viral or bacterial infections. Such vitamins are:  Vitamin A: it helps by reducing inflammation in the ear and fights off viral or bacterial infection. Vitamin C: it is known to be an antioxidant which promotes healing and recovery. It also makes the immune system stronger. Vitamin B6: it is believed that it prevents or reduces dizziness. Vitamin E: it also helps the healing process to be faster and also boosts the immune system. If you experience vertigo or dizziness while walking or standing, go to bed to take rest. You should find a position that relieves your symptoms. Often you will feel better by lying on your side rather than facing up.  Change positions slowly. Sudden head movement shakes the inner ear fluid that inappropriately stimulates the nerves. If you need to get up from bed, do it slowly. Similarly, lie down slowly from a sitting or standing position. If you notice symptoms while lying down, try sitting up in a chair. They will just make you more uncomfortable. Bright light and absolute darkness both aggravate feelings of imbalance. Use soft light in your room. Similarly, extreme noise will aggravate your tinnitus. The aim is to give rest to the vestibular and hearing systems. You will gradually be able to cope with the altered function of these systems if...

TL;DR in English: Drink plenty of fluids. Rest. Take vitamins. Lie still during an attack. Avoid bright light and extreme noise. Avoid coffee, alcohol and smoking. Start vestibular rehabilitation therapy (VRT). Take medications.
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You can use a plastic or rubber spatula, and a wooden one will work too, but avoid a metal spatula. If you have multiple options, opt for whichever one has the longest handle.  You may not want to use a spatula that you frequently use to cook. If possible, buy one that you can designate for the purpose of applying lotion. It’s possible to get splinters from a wooden spatula, so be careful when using one. Keep the spatula as flat as you can when you squirt the lotion onto it so that you don’t drop any onto the ground. You may do better to use a little less lotion and make more than one application. Do your best to keep the spatula flat with the lotion side up, bend your arm around to your back and place the lotion against your lower back. Move the head of the spatula around in a circle covering your lower back first and moving up to your mid-back. You can then reach over your shoulder from the top and apply lotion to your upper back as well. Add more lotion if you need to and repeat the process until you have covered all areas of your back.

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Feel good about asserting yourself, and be prepared to do it again. Reflect on what went well in your conversation and what could go better next time. Change the way you talk to yourself. Make an effort to reach out to your sister more. Talk to your parents and friends about the situation.

Look back over the conflicts you’ve had with your sister. Identify the source of the issue and take time to think about how these conflicts could have been avoided altogether. Try to pinpoint the times that she has pushed you over the edge and consider how you could you have prevented the fight from escalating to that point. This information will help you identify your limits—the baseline and peak of your tolerance for your sister.  Instead of manipulating you into doing something, you would like her to ask you for help or a favor. For example, when she starts to yell at you, will you walk away from the conversation? Or, if she bullies you, will you tell your parents? If you feel comfortable approaching your big sister, you may find it helpful to talk to her about your boundaries. Make sure she understands that you are setting these boundaries because you want to have a healthy relationship with her. After you share your limits with her, ask if she can respect your boundaries. For example, you could say, "Linda, I want to establish some boundaries with you. I will not tolerate you bullying me any more. When this happens, I will let mom and dad or another adult know right away." Like you, your big sister will also have boundaries. Ask her if there is anything you can do to avoid conflict in the future. Remember, if you expect her to respect your boundaries, you must respect hers. For example, you could say, "Linda, do you have any boundaries for our relationship?"

TL;DR in English: Identify your limits. Share your limits with your sister. Respect your sister’s limits.
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Despite its original name, DONA International certifies doulas around the world and connects them with clients. The database lists only certified doulas and approved trainers. Enter your zip code or address in the “Location” field. Next, choose the maximum distance you'd like between your address and the doula's. Finally, click “Find a Doula,” and select candidates from the results. Choose whether you'd prefer just a birth doula or one who can also help you after you give birth. Then, select the level of certification you'd prefer. Ask your friends and family members who they hired and whether they were happy with their choices. Talk to your OB-GYN about doulas other patients have hired. You can also contact local childbirth educators and parenting groups for possible candidates. Many apprentice doulas will charge very little or nothing in exchange for gaining experience. Rest assured that certified doulas always accompany apprentices. Find a doula in training through DONA International or by searching for them through your favorite search engine. Some communities also have certified doulas who volunteer their services to low-income women. Check with your doctor or local hospital for referrals.

TL;DR in English: Search the Doulas of North America (DONA) database. Talk to your friends and area professionals. Search for doulas still in training if money is tight.
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What happens after you have stuck up for yourself is not as important as the fact that you stuck up for yourself. Sticking up for yourself is hard and you should be proud that you did it. It is a good practice that you will need to learn to do many times before things start to change because sticking up for yourself is not a one time fix thing.  While you are in the confrontation, tell yourself that you are doing the right thing. And again after the conversation, remind yourself that it was good to talk to your sister and set your boundaries no matter how she handles it. Don’t be down if there were bad parts of your conversation or if your sister didn’t seem to listen to you. Think about what you did or said that you were glad that you did. Plan on saying things differently, listening better, or reacting to her better based on your conversation. People talk to themselves in their heads and sometimes that self talk becomes negative and starts repeating. When it comes to your sister, make sure that you don’t dwell on only the bad things in your relationship. It is good to think about the ways that we are not being treated right and stick up for ourselves, but we shouldn’t dwell on these things because it might make things worse. Learning how to change your negative self talk positive can help you to reduce your stress in other parts of your life, too.  For example, if you find yourself repeating negative things to yourself like, “I will never like her,” this might make you more bitter toward your sister. And feeling bitter or resentful will make it harder for you two to have a good relationship. Find ways to make your thoughts more positive. You don’t have to lie, but you can say something like, “Sometimes I feel like I really don’t like my sister, but occasionally she sticks up for me with our parents, and I can tell she cares about me.” Refocus on the good things. After a bad conversation you can say to yourself, “No matter what happened, I didn’t lose my cool.” If you have a difficult relationship with your...

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Post at the right time of day. Always include captions. Use popular hashtags. Follow people who like your pictures. Dig around on the app and see what's trending. Use some get-likes apps.

Adding a brooch to your blouse will instantly make you look more elegant and refined. Just pass the pin on the brooch into the fabric on your shirt, then push it out through the other side.  Typically, a brooch looks neatest when it's pinned between your breast and collarbone. Don’t gather too much fabric when you’re pinning the brooch to your shirt, or your shirt will look puckered or bunched up. A simple brooch on a solid-colored shirt is a great way to ease into this trend. If you have a shirt with a relatively stiff collar, you can use a brooch to dress it up. You can place a single brooch to one side of the collar, or you can use 2 identical brooches on either side of the collar for a symmetrical look.  Try clustering several brooches along one side of your collar for a unique look. For instance, in the springtime, a collection of flower-shaped brooches would look great on the collar of a chambray button-down. You can also wear the brooch on your shirt just below the points of your collar. Try wearing brooches with a pearl design to soften a Western button-down shirt. Whether you’re wearing a pastel-colored sheath dress, a little black dress, or a sweater dress, a brooch can add visual interest and a unique touch. Experiment with different locations for the brooch to see what looks best.  If your dress has ruched detailing, try placing the brooch at your waist right where the material gathers. Wearing a brooch could leave a small hole in the material, especially if the dress is made of a delicate fabric like chiffon or lace. If that's the case, either opt for a small brooch, or put on a jacket and wear the brooch on that, instead. When the weather turns chilly, there’s nothing more comfortable than pulling on a soft sweater. Dress up your sweater with a little sparkle by pinning on a brooch, and you’ll instantly look more put-together! Elevate your outfit further by adding on some skinny jeans, ankle boots, and a stylish scarf! If you wear a suit or a blazer to work, it can sometimes be hard to...

TL;DR in English: Pin your brooch to the breast of a blouse for a classic look. Use a brooch to emphasize the collar of a shirt. Wear a brooch to add sparkle to a simple dress. Pin your brooch to a cozy sweater to mix style and comfort. Add personality to a jacket or blazer by pinning a brooch to the lapel. Jazz up a simple T-shirt with a brooch. Stick your brooch to the waist of a skirt for an unexpected touch.
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To lose weight quickly, you should eliminate the sugars found in most carbohydrates. Simple, or bad, carbohydrates include foods like bread, pasta, and potatoes. All carbohydrates break down into glucose which provides your body with energy. In a weight loss  study, people who cut out carbohydrates were more likely to lose weight than going on a low-fat diet.  Cutting out carbs will help suppress your appetite and lower your blood sugar.   Complex carbohydrates, or 'healthier' carbohydrates, are found in whole wheat, vegetables, fruits, and beans. These do not have to be completely eliminated from your diet but should be eaten in moderation. Junk food will stop you from losing weight. Eliminate it totally from your diet and from your home. You should remove junk food from temptation; clean out your pantry, fridge, and freezer. Avoid eating out at restaurants where these temptations are present. Some junk food to avoid include:  Sugary drinks - This includes any drink that has sugar as an ingredient. The most common of these is pop/soda. However, some fruit juices have added sugar. Pizza White bread and pasta Butter or margarine Pastry, cookies, and cakes French fries and potato chips Ice cream Processed meats and cheeses High calorie coffee drinks Most fast food Most processed foods Foods high in sugar The American Heart Association recommends an adult woman only eating six teaspoons of (about 100 calories) of sugar per day. To lose weight rapidly, you may need to eliminate even this much. Just because you cut junk food from your diet does not meet you have cut all sugars. Sugars can be hidden in foods such as breads, condiments, and sauces. Always check your nutrition label for the sugar content in food. When trying to lose weight, upping your protein intake may be the key. Protein will help you lose weight but keep muscle mass and help you burn calories more quickly. Consider doubling or even tripling your recommended daily amount (RDA) of protein to lose weight.  Your RDA will depend on your gender and...

TL;DR in English: Cut carbohydrates. Eliminate junk food. Eliminate sugar from your diet. Increase protein intake. Increase water intake. Limit salt. Eat a 500 calorie deficit. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Pay attention to nutrition labels.
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Research studies show that the optimal time to post on Instagram is on Wednesday at about 5 pm. If you want to get more likes, you need to post when people are looking at their phones. That means you usually need to avoid working hours, between 8 and 5 pm, and post who people are still awake and looking at their phones. So, evenings and early mornings are the best times to post to Instagram.  Don't clump up too many pictures at once. If you've got three or four great ones, don't put them all up in a series, or you'll get fewer likes. Unless they specifically go together, wait and space out your posts. Make sure you are posting at the right time for your target audience. If a big part of your audience come from overseas then they could be living in a different timezone. Pictures need to have context. Captions are an opportunity to add a little joke to your post, or give people some other way of reading into it. Use captions ironically so you can give people multiple ways to appreciate your picture.  Most people use captions for their hashtags. This is important, but it's also good to include regular captions as well. Throw some emojis and some text in there as well. Use a caption ironically. If you take a really pretty picture of a sunset in your neighborhood, that's ok, but if it's captioned with, "Too bad my neighborhood smells like dead fish tonight." Hashtags give you a great opportunity to get your pictures out to people who aren't your followers. When people search hashtags for particular themes, your picture will come up. Use a variety of accurate hashtags and trending hashtags to hook your pictures to as many different search terms as possible.  Some of the most popular hashtags include: cute, love, smile, swag, popular, instagood, photooftheday, instamood, picoftheday, and nofilter. Use accurate hashtags. If you take a selfie, hashtag it #selfie. If you take a picture of your bff, hashtag it #bff. Don't overthink it. Geotag your pictures as well. If your picture is tied to a particular place, set your...

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Find a fun creative outlet. Develop your style. Take risks instead of being focused on perfection. Present yourself uniquely.

Sunburned skin often itches, but scratching or peeling away your skin will only increase tissue damage on the sunburned areas, increase peeling, and promote the risk of a skin infection.  If you get the urge to scratch your sunburn, try applying an ice cube wrapped in cloth or a damp paper towel to your skin and rubbing the area in small circles to offer temporary itch relief. If you absolutely must remove some peeled skin, do not pull on the skin, no matter how tempting it might be. Instead, use a small pair of scissors and carefully cut away that section of skin. Try bathing and showering with cool to lukewarm water, rather than using hot water. The hot water will dry out your skin and promote peeling, whereas the cooler water will feel better on your skin and reduce the likelihood of peeling. Use a mild soap, preferably one that's fragrance free. Harsh soaps and fragrances may irritate your skin. Also avoid rubbing your skin dry after bathing, as you could rub off the outermost, burned layer of your skin, causing peeling. Soap can be very drying to skin, and when you have a sunburn, you want your skin to stay as moisturized as possible to promote healing and prevent peeling. Keep the soap use to a minimum, being sure to avoid using it on particularly burned areas of your skin.  If you do use soap, try to refrain from using a washcloth or loofah to apply to soap. The rough surfaces of those materials may irritate your skin and encourage peeling. Choose a mild cleansing soap, such as Dove, Basis, or Oil of Olay Sensitive Skin to clean your face, underarms, feet, and groin. Simply rinse the rest of your body with water. Also, try to avoid shaving and waxing. If you must shave, try to use a rich, moisturizing shaving cream, gel, or lotion.

TL;DR in English: Avoid scratching your skin. Avoid bathing with hot water or harsh soap. Avoid using harsh cleansers or exfoliates.
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Living bodies aren't just fleshy blobs, they have form and structure from bones and fat. Not observing how the body works often leads to severe anatomical mistakes. Don't be afraid to draw things without skin. Human faces are some of the hardest things to draw. How far apart do you make the eyes? How do you make them look real and not like a cartoon? By studying human faces, and by using these tricks, you can draw faces that look real. Are you going on a trip and you want to draw the beautiful places around you? Maybe you just want to draw the place where you live! Whatever the case, you can draw landscapes with ease by using a few simple tricks. . Maybe you'd rather draw animals. This can be lots of fun and isn't as hard as it seems! With practice and some helpful hints, you too can draw animals. . You can also draw cars and other mechanical devices. This is fun and also popular! Give drawing your dream car a try today! . Shadows and highlights are what give drawings depth and make them look more real. Learn where to put shadows and highlights so that your drawings can look more tangible. . Perspective, or how the size of something appears to change as it moves away, is another thing that makes drawings look real. This may seem complicated but it is actually very easy. Give it a try!

TL;DR in English: Study muscle structure and skeletal diagrams. Learn to draw detailed faces. Learn to draw landscapes. Learn to draw animals Learn to draw cars Learn to add shadows and highlights Learn to use perspective
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Discover activities and hobbies that help you express yourself uniquely and creatively.  Express yourself in a way that is significant to you. This might be painting, sculpting, sewing, creating jewelry, doing woodwork, singing, or composing music. The important part is that you have a way to express yourself in a unique way that you enjoy.  Think back on what you enjoyed as a child and find ways to build on that. Engage your playful side and see where it takes you.  You might use your own body to express originality. This might include the way you dress, your hair, or modifications such as piercings or tattoos. This goes for fashion, art, and everything in between. Take your interests and put your own twist on them. If you don’t know where to start in creating a style, do something that interests you until you find your ‘sweet spot.’ Be willing to take risks and fail as you define your style.  For example, if you’re a photographer, take photos of people, places, animals, and nature, and utilize different lenses and techniques. Notice what resonates with you, and you can begin to develop within framework. With practice, you might find that your style is taking black-and-white landscape photos. Constantly assess your work and yourself. Think about what do you do well and what you can improve on. If you feel constrained by being perfect or having a perfect idea, you likely won’t reach your potential in creating something truly original. Be willing to take risks and experience failure. While you’re creating, be willing to approach things unconventionally and make changes later. There’s no need to put your work in a box. For example, if you usually draw clean lines in your sketching, experiment with imperfect lines and see how it affects your work. If you want to show your originality to others, your appearance is a great way to showcase your unique style. Figure out what you like to wear and what feels comfortable. Find a clothing style you enjoy (such as dramatic, classy, romantic) and make it your own.  If you...

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Measure the width of the door. Determine the height of the door. Figure out the thickness of the door. Measure the height and width of the framed door space.

Remove the cap. Use a utility knife to cut off the top of the bottle slightly below where the neck straightens. To cut an even line, wrap a piece of masking tape around the bottle to mark where you'll cut. Hold the bottle top so the capless end is facing downward. Insert this into the bottle bottom. Hold the bottle top in place at the top of the bottle bottom with your fingers. Staple the top to the bottom on four opposing sides.  If you don't have a stapler, tape the seam between the inverted bottle top and the bottle bottom instead.  If you want to reuse your traps, fasten the bottle top and bottom with clothespins. You only need to unfasten the clothespins to clean, empty, and refill your 2-liter bottle trap. Drill two holes an inch (2.5 cm) below the top of the trap, with each hole on opposite sides of the bottle. Use a drill bit large enough to allow your cord to pass through. Feed one end apiece of a length of cord into the two holes holes. Knot the ends of the cord and it's ready to hang. Pour honey or sugar water directly into the bottom of the trap. You don't need much; a thin layer will be enough to attract bees. Bees will be attracted to the sweetness and won't be able to escape, eventually dying in the trap. Save the lives of bees by only using honey or sugar water. When you see a bee trapped inside, take it away from your home and carefully release it. To ensure bees that enter your trap don't make it out alive, add a tablespoon (15 ml) of liquid laundry soap to your bait. Distribute the soap throughout the bait by stirring it with a utensil. The soap will poison and kill all bees that ingest it. Placing your traps too close to bee access points may actually draw more indoors. Prioritize locations in the sun. Sunlight will make the bait more effective and also cause bees to die in the trap faster. Hanging traps tend to attract bees better than ground traps. Ground traps, however, can be effective guarding window access points. If you've fastened your bottle top and bottom with staples, you'll...

TL;DR in English: Cut away the top third of a clean 2-liter soda bottle. Invert the bottle top to nest it in the bottle bottom. Drill holes and add cord to make a hanging trap. Use honey or sugar water as bait. Poison bees with laundry soap. Position your traps near bee access points. Check traps every two weeks.
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Make sure your computer is near a wall cable socket.  Most modem's don't have an On/Off switch. Plugging and unplugging them is how you turn them on and off.  When the DSL modem is turned on, it has to go through a boot up process. You can tell this process is done when most of the lights have turned on and stopped blinking. There's usually one light that will keep blinking. It usually takes about 30-60 seconds for a modem to finish turning on. If you've purchased a new modem, you'll need to call your DSL ISP associate your modem with your ISP account username and password. If you don't know what these are, you'll need to call your ISP to get them. Open a web browser. In the address field, type the modem's IP address. It's often printed on the modem itself. If not, it will be in the modem's manual. Common modem IP addresses are 192.168.0.1 and 192.168.1.1. Click here for a list of modem specific IP addresses. Once you've connected to the modem's administrative screen, look for PPPoE. Enter your DSL account username and password into the PPPoE fields. The username is usually an email address. If you don't know your account username and password, contact your DSL ISP. When the setup is complete, save the settings. The internet light on your modem should turn green to indicate that you are online. Open a web browser and go to a website that you haven't been to before. If you go to a website you've been to recently, your browser may load it from its memory. If the website loaded, then you're connected to the internet. If not, complete the rest of the steps. Searching for something using a search engine is a good way to do this.

TL;DR in English: Plug the DSL modem into your computer. Plug the DSL modem into the wall cable socket. Plug in the DSL modem's power cord. Log in to the modem's administrative screen. Enter your DSL account username and password. Save your settings. Test your internet connection.
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Run a tape measure along your door from the left corner to right corner, and record this number. It is important that you only measure the door. Do not include any other elements, such as weather-stripping.  Particularly with older doors, it is important to measure in more than one location, just in case the door is not perfectly rectangular. If the amounts vary, use the largest figure. Door widths of 30 inches (76 cm), 32 inches (81 cm) and 36 inches (91 cm) are considered "standard." Run your tape measure along your door from the top corner to the bottom corner, and write this number down. You may need to use a chair and/or ask a friend to help you. Once again, measure only the door itself and no other elements, such as a door sweep.  Once again, it is wise to measure in more than one spot on the door, just in case it's not a perfect rectangle. This is especially true for older doors. If the amounts vary, use the largest figure. The most common height for doors is 80 inches (200 cm). Hold a tape measure to the edge of the door and record its thickness. Measure this edge on the door frame (known as the jamb), as well. These numbers should be close to the same, but it can be helpful to know both of them. The most common thickness is 1.75 inches (4.4 cm). Just to be safe, measure the area where your door will go, too. Record the height and width of the door frame space. This will help ensure that you select the exact right replacement door.  Measure the width of the door in 3 locations. Use the smallest figure as your measurement. Measure the height of the door right in the middle. Measure from the floor to the underside of the trim at the top of the door. If you must, it is always better to round down than round up. This helps to ensure that your door will fit.

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Make sure confessing is the right idea. Take small steps at first. Find the right moment. Don't assume rejection. Be upfront and honest. Be kind to yourself if you get rejected.

If you're stuck on a long shopping trip, you're there with someone else who's doing things that don't interest you. Excuse yourself by telling the other person you're going to have a look around, and agree on a meeting place and time to get back together. Head off and distract yourself any way you can. Even when nothing seems interesting, you can usually find things to look at. Try reading nutrition labels or looking at brand icons in a supermarket, for example.  Don't forget, you can also go outside the building and see what the back lot looks like. Be sure the person you're with hears and understands you when you set a place and time. Ask them to recite it back to you so you know you're both on the same page about the location in particular. If you're young enough, you can usually get away with sitting down in a corner and actually playing with die-cast cars or other small toys inside a store. Don't expect to get away with this if you're a teenager or older, though. Between phones and handheld game consoles like the Nintendo 3DS, there are many games available to play on the go. Prepare ahead of time and bring along an alternate game or two in case you get stuck on one. If you can't find a good place to sit and play your game, check for benches outside the front of the building, or chairs in the back near restrooms and fitting rooms. As with console games at home, don't forget that there are several older handheld systems available for relatively little money, most of which had many fun games made for them. You don't have to buy a top-of-the-line system to have fun.

TL;DR in English: Explore. Play a pocket game.
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Try to avoid making sudden movements, particularly during the last two trimesters of your pregnancy. Keeping your movements slow will help you to avoid stretching the round ligaments of your uterus, minimizing the risk of cramps. For example, take your time getting out of bed. Try to wear loose clothing rather than tight clothing. Tight clothes can compress your distended abdomen, which can cause your to start having cramps. Instead, wear light, loose clothing that will keep you comfortable and cramp-free. Be careful with your meals; too much food can cause abdominal cramps to kick in. Instead, try to eat small meals throughout the day, rather than three large meals. This will keep you from eating too much. Try eating three small meals with one snack in between each meal. Try to eat roughly the same amount of food each time you eat. Too much physical activity can lead to contractions of the uterus or stretching of the round ligament, which in turn can cause  cramps. If you do some physical activity and begin to feel cramps, stop immediately. If you think your physical effort may be causing the cramps, call your gynecologist to discuss whether or not you should do any physical activity during your pregnancy. Your legs should be elevated frequently throughout the day to improve circulation. Whenever you sit down, try to elevate your legs to avoid leg cramps. When you are standing, remember to keep moving around so that blood doesn’t pool in your lower extremities. When sleeping, two or three pillows should be placed under your legs to keep them elevated while you sleep. Cramping can also be caused by dehydration. Try to drink liquids throughout the day to avoid becoming dehydrated. You do not have to drink just water; you can try other liquids like sports drinks and coconut water. Sports drinks like Gatorade are packed with electrolytes that can help to control cramps. Avoid caffeinated and carbonated drinks because these contain diuretic properties which can make you dehydrated. Make sure that your diet is...

TL;DR in English: Avoid making any sudden movements. Wear loose, comfortable clothes. Don’t overeat. Avoid any intense physical activity. Keep your legs elevated as much as possible. Drink a sufficient amount of fluids. Have a healthy, balanced diet. Eat some fiber rich foods.
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Keep in mind, you don't always have to confess a crush, especially if confessing will only cause you anxiety. If confessing doesn't feel like a good idea, give yourself a pass and simply don't do it. Think about what you want out of the situation. If you're hoping confessing will lead to a relationship, it's probably a good idea to confess. However, crushes do not have to go anywhere. If you would rather not pursue a relationship with this person for any reason, it may be best to keep your crush to yourself. If you decide not to confess, you can talk over your feelings with a close friend or family member instead. They can help you manage your emotions surrounding the crush so you can cope on your end without having to confess. There is no need to confess all at once, especially if you're feeling nervous. You can work your way up to confessing by taking baby steps. Start by getting a little more flirtatious with your crush to make your feelings more apparent.  For example, ask your crush to hang out one on one. It won't be a date, but it's a chance for you to spend time with them alone. This can help you get more comfortable with them, making confessing easier. Try to pay your crush some compliments. Let them know what you like about them. This can make it easier to eventually tell them you like them romantically. Ideally, you should confess your feelings when you and your crush have some privacy. Once you feel comfortable with the idea of confessing your feelings, invite your crush somewhere like a quiet coffee shop or out for a walk. Then, when you're out together, confess how you feel. You can't know how someone else feels without asking them first. Going into the situation assuming you will be rejected will only make you more nervous. Acknowledge that you do not know how your crush is going to react and try not to imagine possible scenarios. Simply approach the situation from a neutral perspective. Remind yourself that, no matter the outcome, at least you'll know. Having a crush, especially one you've...

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