Be open to new experiences. Be open to new experiences.

Recognize the good and bad in your life and examine how you’ve been affected by each. Practice mindfulness. Identify whether your inner monologue is an optimist or a pessimist. Look for the positives in your life. Remember that true optimism is different from blind optimism. Write yourself daily positive affirmations. Avoid comparing yourself to others. Work on improving your perspective in 1 or 2 areas of your life. Smile as often as you can.

When you notice a problem is brewing, do not ignore it. Instead, discuss the issue before it becomes a large problem. This way you can prevent future blow-ups. Letting things bottle up means when the next argument happens you'll end up bringing things up from the past. This can make your girlfriend feel attacked and bombarded. When a problem arises, address immediately. Even a small issue can lead you to build resentment over time. Anger can make it hard to respond to a situation rationally. People often lash out in anger and end up alienating those close to them. Try to work with your girlfriend on finding a way to resolve issues without succumbing to anger. A good way to do so is to take 5 minutes to express your feelings when you have a disagreement rather than immediately trying to talk. Fights are often related to the fact certain emotional needs are being neglected. When your girlfriend is upset or frustrated with you, try to examine whether she has needs you're failing to meet. Have you been distance lately? Have you been busy to the point you're not spending as much time with her? Consider whether you're not meeting your girlfriend's needs and what you can do to help meet them. After an argument, always take a moment to summarize what was discussed. How do you feel? How does your girlfriend feel? How are you both willing to work on the situation to assure it won't happen again? Taking five minutes to summarize a situation after an argument can prevent the argument from reoccurring.

TL;DR in English: Discuss new issues immediately. Create a process for resolving arguments without anger. Listen for underlying emotional needs. Summarize what is discussed to assure you understand.
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Some people like this activity more than others, but even if you're not much of a decorator it beats sitting around doing nothing. Even just sorting through old clutter can help you find old toys, books, and other nostalgic objects. For a larger project, paint your room or hang up posters and pictures. See how many kinds of different wild flowers you can find in your yard or nearby fields. Make a bouquet, or press them to make permanent decorations. Leaves can also be dried to use in art projects or just to keep around as decoration. Don't pick flowers from other people's yards without permission, or if the flowers look intentionally planted.

TL;DR in English: Organize or redecorate your room. Pick flowers in your neighborhood.
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People tend to flock to those who have a good sense of self-confidence. They often admire them and want to be around them. Project self-confidence to others, even if you don’t have much, and you’ll likely attract more friends.  The key to effective and attractive self-confidence is to not come off as cocky or self-centered. Simply walk with your back straight, shoulders back, and head held high. Look people in the eye and smile when you talk to them.  Don't act like you're better than others by not speaking or ignoring them. Make everyone you meet feel like a million bucks. As much as it can be funny to make yourself the subject of a good joke, don't take self-deprecating talk too far. People don't want to be around someone who always talks about themselves too much--whether it's positive or negative.  For example, don't let your social group catch you saying negative things like "I'm fat" or "I look hideous." People want to be around people who feel good about themselves because that type of self-confidence can be contagious. Belittling yourself sends the message that you're secretly low in confidence. So, avoid such language at all costs. You can’t expect people to want to be your friend if you aren’t willing to put yourself out there. Strike up conversations with people whenever and wherever you can. You never know, you could find your new best friend in line at the grocery store. Practice what you are going to say to someone when you are alone. You could talk about the weather, the local sports team, outlandish celebrity news, or whatever you like to talk about. Having a topic prepared can help you feel more confident when you try to talk with someone new. If you want to meet new people and potential best friends, you’ll need to engage in new experiences. You’re not going to meet anyone if you aren’t willing to try new things. Finding people who are interested in what you are is a great start at finding true friends. Join groups or take classes that interest you. Doing so gives you a great chance of...

TL;DR in English: Exude confidence. Avoid negative self-talk. Start conversations. Join a social group to meet new people. Be the person you want to be friends with.
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Optimism doesn’t mean you have to feel “happy” all the time. In fact, trying to force feelings of happiness during potentially traumatic experiences can be unhealthy. Instead, attune yourself to the full range of emotions in your life, accepting that the negative as well as positive feelings are a natural part of human experience. Trying to repress a certain type of emotion can cause severe emotional distress. Not focusing more on one type of emotion than the other can actually help you become more adaptive and proactive in future unexpected situations. This will increase your ability to be optimistic and resilient in the face of uncertainty.  Negative feelings can become a conditioned habit over time. Avoid blaming yourself for negative emotions and associations. Blame is unhelpful because it doesn’t look forward to how you can grow; it looks backward at what has already happened.  Instead, focus on being mindful of when these negative emotions occur. A journal could help you do this. Write down when you experience negative feelings or thoughts, then examine their contexts and explore alternative ways of responding to them.  For example, imagine that someone cuts you off in traffic. You respond by feeling angry, honking your horn, and perhaps yelling at the driver even though s/he can’t hear you. You could write in your journal what happened, how it made you feel, and what your immediate response was. Don’t judge yourself as “right” or “wrong,” just write down what happened.  Next, take a step back and think about what you’ve written. Was your response in accordance with your values and the type of person you want to be? If not, what could you have done differently? What do you think you were really responding to? For example, perhaps you weren’t really angry at the driver; maybe you had a stressful day and allowed your stress to explode on that one person. Look forward when you write these entries. Don’t use them just as a place to wallow in negative feelings. Think about what you can learn from the...

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If you're having trouble finding the itch, take a few minutes to relax and get in touch with your body.

Identify the itching spot. Try a moisturizer or an alternative to scratching. Scratch in slow, circular motions.

When your parents are deciding whether to let you stay home alone, you have to be willing to meet them in the middle. They might only be comfortable leaving you home alone in certain situations, and you should respect their feelings and agree. Even if you’re only allowed to stay home alone once in awhile, it’s an opportunity to prove that you can be trusted on your own all the time.  Your parents may be some conditions on when you can stay home alone, such as only when they’re going to be gone for a couple of hours or less, or when neighbors that they trust are going to be home next door while they’re gone. The conditions may seem annoying, but it still gives you a chance to build trust. Your parents may also want to establish ground rules for when you’re home alone. For example, they may not want you to have friends over or use the stove when they’re gone. Make sure that you go over all of the rules so you understand what’s expected of you. If your parents decide that you’re not ready to stay home alone, you should react to their decision maturely. Yelling or whining will only convince them that they were right in saying no. Instead, accept the decision in a calm, controlled manner so they can see how mature you are.  Remember, this is a big decision from a parent’s perspective, and it may not be in your power to influence it. You can get the best grades in the world and obey all their rules, and they still might be hesitant because of general safety concerns. It’s okay to let your parents know that you’re upset with the decision, but be respectful. For example, you might say, “I’m very disappointed, but I understand your decision.” You may also want to ask if you can revisit the subject again in the future. That way, your parents will know that you’re very serious about the idea of staying home alone and you’ll have hope for the future. If your parents won’t let you stay home alone after your discussion, you’ll probably want to ask about it again as soon as possible. But it’s a bad idea to push the issue so...

TL;DR in English: Be willing to compromise. Accept the decision calmly. Wait before asking again.
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At first, your spirulina colony will seem thin, but over time it will thicken and expand in size. Most of the time, you won’t have to do anything to your colony other than let it grow!  If your colony doesn’t seem to be growing well, test the pH of your tank, which should be around 10 when the spirulina is harvestable. If the pH is off, you may need to add more mineral “food.” You can find pH test strips at aquarium supply stores or online. Your spirulina will need oxygen to thrive. Some growers will use an aquarium pump to ensure a supply of oxygen, but this isn’t strictly necessary. To help air get into the water of your tank, you can simply stir the medium occasionally. Once your spirulina is thriving, you can start taking some out to consume. All you have to do is scoop some out! Most people find that about a spoonful of spirulina at a time is enough if you are consuming it fresh. Place the spirulina  you took from your tank onto the cloth. Hold it over a sink or bowl and gently squeeze out the excess water. You’ll be left with a thick green paste. Use this fresh spirulina in smoothies, top your favorite foods with it, or enjoy it all by itself! Each time you take some spirulina out of your tank, make sure to add a bit of the mineral mixture back in, in about equal measure. For instance, if you tank out a tablespoon of spirulina, add about a tablespoon of the medium back in.

TL;DR in English: Watch your spirulina colony grow. Agitate the tank occasionally. Harvest your spirulina after about 3-6 weeks. Filter your spirulina through a fine cloth. Replenish the spirulina colony's food.
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Silence all notifications and alerts on your smartphone and other electronics. If need be, put your phone, tablet, and laptop away in another room and resist the urge to check them throughout the day. These items are just distractions that you probably already spend too much of your time worrying about.  Stay away from social media. It tends to be no more than an addictive overload of information, images and time-wasting activities. Use your off day to reconnect with yourself and the world around you.  Make sure the people you correspond with regularly know that you’re taking time off before you simply ignore their messages. Crack open a book you’ve been meaning to read for a while, or simply pick a title at random from your bookshelf. Immerse yourself in astounding stories and captivating characters as they unfold on the page. Reading is one of the most beneficial activities you can do, as its both mentally stimulating and highly relaxing. Chances are, you’ll feel mentally sharper and more accomplished after a few hours of reading. When was the last time you treated yourself to a luxurious soak in the tub? Slip into a steamy bath and feel the tension melt away. Make things even more relaxing with a billowing layer of bubbles, or add fragrant, moisturizing essential oils to your bathwater.  Turn down the lights and arrange a few candles around the tub for a spa-like experience. Put on some soft music or bring a book into the bath with you to kill two birds with one stone. Put everything else on hold for an hour or two and savor the stillness around you. If you feel like stretching your legs, go for a stroll somewhere quiet and serene. The hustle and bustle of daily life is filled with an onslaught of sensory distractions, which can become overwhelming after a while. Refresh your mind by allowing it to focus on nothing for a change.  Even if you don’t get out of bed all day, you can enjoy an atmosphere free of planning, conflict, ringing phones and work-related talk. If you have small children, see if you can...

TL;DR in English: Shut off your electronic devices. Do a little reading. Take a long, hot bath. Bask in silence.
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In the broad majority of cases, it will be very easy to figure out where you need to scratch. Other times, it may actually take some time before you're able to pinpoint. If you're having trouble figuring out where the itch is on your body, take a few seconds to relax and get in touch with your body. Scratching lightly in big circles should help you find the spot quickly enough. While some occasional light scratching isn't usually a problem, it's still preferable to try other things first. An itch is most often the symptom of an underlying problem, most often dry skin. Moisturizing your skin with an emollient may remove the need for scratching to begin with. Give the itchy area some moisture, and see if the itching stops. It may well be that your skin was simply trying to tell you something all along!   Use a wet compress if you have an irritated area. Put a clean hand towel in a bowl of warm water and several drops of essential oils. Wring it out and apply to the afflicted area. You should feel a sensation of pleasant relief within several seconds.   Other mild itching may go away within seconds if left unattended. As a general rule, drinking a lot of water throughout the day will help to keep the rest of your body hydrated. When it comes time to actually scratch, it's important to keep your scratching limited to small, slow and steady circular movements. Keep your touch light and gentle. Scratch on and around the itchy area. Within a few seconds, the itch should go away.  As with most things, it's best to keep your scratching within moderation. Anything more than a light scratch could actually exacerbate the scratch you're trying to solve! Limit yourself to scratching sessions of 30 seconds maximum.

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Add 1 to your mug of tea. Stir in 1 cup (25 grams) of mint leaves or 1 cup (125 grams) of fresh raspberries. Let them steep for 30 minutes, then strain the liquid into a glass jar to use in your tea. Add about 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30

Take your tea to the next level by adding a sprinkle of dried spice. Make a flavored simple syrup to infuse your tea with a new essence. Add soda water to make a sparkling iced tea. Stir in fresh fruit to add a splash of color and invigorating flavor.

When citing Wikipedia in APA style, first list the name of the article. You do not need to use quotes or italics. Simply write down the article's title followed by a period. For example, if you were citing an article on Jimmy Carter the beginning your citation would look like this: Jimmy Carter. If you want to lead with an author's name, Wikipedia suggests using "Wikipedia contributors" as the name. In APA style, it's customary to include the date an online source was published or last modified. The date of the last revision is at the bottom of the Wikipedia page; if you cannot find the date, you can simply write "n.d." in parenthesis after the entry title. After the date, add a period. Returning to our example, your citation would look like this: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In APA style, it's customary to mention where you found an electronic source. When citing Wikipedia, you would write "In Wikipedia," italicizing the word "Wikipedia", and then add a period. Our citation should read as follows: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. This is the date on which you accessed the information. Use the word "Retrieved" and then write the date. In APA style, the date is written "Month Date, Year." For example, if you retrieved your source on the 15th of October in 2015, you would write, "October 15, 2015." Add a comma after the date. To illustrate, here is what our example would look like so far: Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved October 15, 2015, After the comma at the end of the date, write "from" and then include the full URL of the Wikipedia page. In our example, our final citation would read as follows:  Jimmy Carter. (n.d.). In Wikipedia. Retrieved October 15, 2015, from https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jimmy_Carter&oldid=862298349  Remember to use the permalink, or other readers will have a hard time finding where you got your content from.

TL;DR in English: Start your entry with the Wikipedia entry title. Include the date, if available. Write the words "In Wikipedia". Follow with the retrieval date. End with the URL.
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At the supermarket, be sure that your bacon is the very last item you select before checking out. If you pick up your bacon at the beginning of your supermarket trip, it’s potentially developing bacteria while you are checking the other items off your list. Do not use previously opened bacon that has already been stored in your fridge. Cured meats like bacon can spoil or develop bacteria at temperatures higher than 40 degrees Fahrenheit, so be sure to prepare your bacon for individual freezing immediately after purchasing it. While this step might seem obvious, it’s still important. Even beyond washing your hands before and after you prepare your bacon, you should also wash your hands at any point after touching the bacon and before touching any supplies. For instance, if you need to grab some more wax paper or a freezer bag, don’t forget to wash your hands first. Otherwise, your roll of wax paper or box of storage bags will be contaminated. It’s important to disinfect both before and after you prepare your bacon for freezing. Any bacteria that is on your counter can be transferred to the wax paper and onto your bacon. Be sure to check the “use by” date and the number of days recommended for refrigeration, as well. While freezing keeps your bacon fresher longer, you should definitely freeze your bacon prior to the expiration date. Likewise, if you needed to store the bacon in your fridge before freezing it, be sure to freeze it before the end of the suggested refrigeration period, which is seven days. The longer bacon is stored, the less flavorful it will be. For best quality, store your bacon in the freezer for no more than one month. Three months is the recommended maximum storage time. Always thaw food in the refrigerator or in cold water. If using cold water, replace the water at 30 minute intervals. Do not thaw bacon at room temperature.

TL;DR in English: Grab the bacon last. Freeze immediately. Wash your hands. Disinfect your counter top. Check the date. Use your bacon immediately after thawing it.
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It is easy to over-salt your food as it can add flavor to an otherwise bland dish. However, if you need to add flavor to your food, try swapping salt with black pepper.  Foods like pastas, eggs, and soups can be flavored with black pepper instead of salt. Eating foods seasoned with pepper over salt may test strange at first, but give it time. Your taste buds will adjust. Store bought soup stocks and gravies are often loaded in added salt. Instead of purchasing these items at the store, make them yourself at home. Opt for recipes that do not require a lot of added salt. You can also try replacing some or all of the stock in a soup recipe with water, which you can season with spices and black pepper instead of salt. When cooking things like pasta, rice, beans, or vegetables, do not salt the water ahead of time. This is an easy way to cut some salt out of your diet. For flavor, try adding other spices to the water like garlic powder or dried basil. Try to see cutting back on salt as an adventure rather than a burden. Explore different kinds of flavors and recipes that do not require a lot of added salt. For example, you can add basil, rosemary, cayenne pepper, garlic, and vinegar to recipes for added flavor. You can look up unique flavor combinations online, such as cajun blends, that can add flavor to your favorite foods without over-salting them.  If you're consistent about trying new flavors over salt, your taste buds will eventually adjust. Give it time and eventually you will appreciate new recipes and spices and stop missing salt. You can also add a drop or 2 of hot sauce. Hot sauce has sodium in it, but if you only use a drop or 2 then it won’t add too much. Things like mayonnaise, mustard, and soy sauce have a high salt content. You should reduce using these foods to add flavor to your dishes. If you want mustard on your sandwich, use a small coin-sized dollop rather than spreading mustard over an entire piece of bread.

TL;DR in English: Replace salt with black pepper. Make your own stocks and gravies. Do not salt water you boil. Explore different flavors and recipes. Cut back on your use of condiments.
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Cinnamon, cardamom, clove, star anise, or even chili powder would give your tea an additional warming element. Simply stir a pinch, or about 1/4 teaspoon (.5 grams), of the chosen spice into your tea and enjoy. If you have cinnamon sticks, add 1 to your mug before pouring in the hot water. Mint or raspberry are great flavors that will complement the lemon in your hot or iced tea. Heat up 1 cup (200 grams) of white sugar and 1 cup (240 mL) of water, and simmer them together until the sugar dissolves, which takes about 5 minutes. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in either 1 cup (25 grams) of mint leaves or 1 cup (125 grams) of fresh raspberries. Let them steep for 30 minutes, then strain the liquid into a glass jar to use in your tea. Add about 1 to 2 tablespoons (15 to 30 mL) of simple syrup to your cup of tea to sweeten and flavor it all at the same time. Simply fill your glass partially with iced tea and top off the rest with soda water. The more soda water you use, the more carbonated your tea will be. Feel free to use plain soda water or flavored. Soda water is also often called sparkling water, seltzer water, or fizzy water. Orange slices, raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, pineapple, and many other fruits are great additions to your iced tea. Add about 1/4 cup (45 grams) of fresh fruit to your glass and pour the iced tea over top of it.  The fruit is delicious to eat when you finish drinking your tea. You could even freeze some fruit and use it in your iced tea in place of actual ice.

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Pin your fabric so that the wrong sides of your fabric are be facing out. Sew your second seam, this time using a 3/8 inch seam allowance. Iron the completed double seam one more time.

Most email services do not allow you to change your existing email address. In order to change your email address, you'll need to create a new account. You can use the same email service you've been using, or you can take this opportunity to switch to a service that better meets your needs. There are a variety of free email services available. Some of the most popular services include Gmail, Outlook (Hotmail), Yahoo!, and Zoho. Each service has different benefits and potential drawbacks, but all offer free email accounts.  Gmail accounts give you access to Google Drive and provide 15 GB of free Drive storage for emails and other files. Your Gmail account can also be used for a variety of other Google services, such as YouTube. Outlook gives you access to OneDrive, which comes with 5 GB of free storage. Yahoo! Mail has 1 TB of free mail storage. Zoho is an ad-free service that provides 5 GB of storage, as well as cloud document services like Google Drive and OneDrive. The process is a little different for each service, but basically you'll just need to go to the service's home page and click the "Sign Up" or "Create Account" button. From there, you'll be prompted to create an account name and enter in some basic information. Below are some links to wikiHow guides on creating accounts for the more popular services:  Make a Google Account Set up a Yahoo! Mail Account  Create a Hotmail Account (Outlook.com) If you're creating a new account because your old one has a name that feels too outdated, try to create a new account that you'll always be able to use. Try sticking to just your name, and avoid using a name based on a fad or your current interest, as those are likely to change over the years. Your email password is usually one of your most important passwords. If someone has access to your email account, they'll likely be able to gain access to any accounts you've created with it. This means you'll want a secure password that no one will be able to guess, and that you don't use anywhere else. Try to include...

TL;DR in English: Create a new address to change. Decide on an email service. Sign up for a free account. Create an account that you'll want to keep. Create a strong password. Set up two-factor authentication if it's available on your new service. Get familiar with the new interface. Log into your new account in your email client (if applicable).
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A clicker is a small plastic box with a metal tab in it. When you press it, it makes a clicking sound.  These are available online or in pet stores, and they cost as little as $1. These are commonly used to train dogs and cats.  It's best to use a clicker specifically designed for training. If you don't have one, though, make a distinct clicking noise with your mouth, or you can use a pen that makes a clicking sound. If your cat is deaf, you can use a pen light to achieve the same results. In order for the training to work, you need to give your cat a reward. A common reward is a special treat of some sort (e.g., tuna or deli turkey), and it should be something that can be given instantly to reward behavior. If the treat is food, it should be cut up into pea-sized chunks. Some cats might respond well to affection or a toy. Use a stick-like object, such as a pen or a spoon. This item should be easily recognizable and used only for training. Your cat will eventually follow this object as a target, so you don't want your cat jumping up to the dinner table to follow her training spoon.  You can make a target stick by putting a Ping-Pong ball on the end of a pencil or chopstick.  Don't use the treat as the target. This will teach your cat to do tricks only when there is a treat involved. Eventually you'll want to be able to get your cats to do tricks without treats (though you should still reward with treats sporadically). Set aside about 5 minutes for each training session, and hold these sessions a few times a day. Wait until your cat is active and hungry (it should be at least 20-30 minutes until mealtime). He will be more interested in the treat and will respond better to the training. Start your training in a location that will be quiet and without distractions. If you have other pets around, try putting them outside or in a separate room while you work on training your cat.

TL;DR in English: Get a clicker. Have some treats on hand. Get a target item. Find a good time to train. Start in a quiet location.
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It's at https://www.facebook.com/. Doing so will open your News Feed if you're already signed into Facebook. If you aren't already signed into Facebook, enter your email address (or phone number) and password before continuing. This icon is in the bottom-right corner of the Facebook window, just below the chat bar. A pop-up menu will appear. If your entire chat is currently turned off, first click the turn on chat link. It's near the middle of the pop-up menu. This option allows you to select specific friends to whom you'll appear offline. If you only want to appear online to a few people, click the "Turn off chat for all contacts except" circle. To do so, type in a friend's name, then click their name when it appears below the text field. If you're turning on chat for a few people instead, just enter the names of the people for whom you wish to appear online. It's a blue button at the bottom of the window. This will turn off Facebook chat for your selected friends, making you appear offline in the process. You will still be able to receive messages and notifications from these contacts, but they won't see you in their "Active Now" chat bar.

TL;DR in English: Go to Facebook's website. Click ⚙. Click Turn Off Chat. Click the "Turn off chat for only some contacts" circle. Select friends from whom to hide. Click Okay.
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This should be easy, as you have just ironed them into place.  Again, put your pins in horizontally all the way down the side of the seam so that they can be easily removed while you are sewing.  The frayed edge should now be concealed between the two pieces of fabric and the outer edge is just the neat row of your first set of stitches. You need this amount of allowance so that the frayed edge of the fabric is tucked away neatly between the two seams. As you sew, remove the pins. Once again, remember to clip threads and remove any stray pins after sewing the seam.  If your seam allowance is too small on the second seam, the rough edges of the fabric could end up sticking out of the second seam on the finished side of your project.  Its better to be cautious and make your seam allowance a bit generous. Press the seam to one side, depending on where you would like it to lay in your finished project. Your raw edges are no longer exposed as they are enclosed inside your newly made French seam.

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Find out how much sleep you need. Recognize the importance of a good night’s sleep. Keep a sleep diary. Adjust your sleep patterns as necessary.

Find other people with whom you can share your spiritual journey. Discuss things like how you incorporate your faith into your everyday life and how you avoid getting distracted by worldly issues. If you don’t know anyone who shares your beliefs, work on making some new friends at your place of worship, or search the internet for likeminded groups of people. Keep your beliefs strong by participating in the services and traditions of your faith. Visiting your place of worship regularly will help you stay connected to your spiritual community, as well as to God. Throughout your life, you’ll be faced with decisions, big and small. Before you make a decision, think carefully about which actions will help you achieve your spiritual goals and live by the tenets of your faith. Whenever you can, make choices that bring you closer to God. Prayer can help you make good choices when you’re faced with difficult decisions. Helping other people is a great way to grow in your faith and get closer to God. Look for local volunteer opportunities that reflect the values that are most important to you. You may be able to find volunteer opportunities through your place of worship.

TL;DR in English: Talk with friends and family who share your beliefs. Attend religious services. Use your faith to guide your choices. Find ways to serve your community.
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Fill a chimney completely full with briquettes. Heat the briquettes until they're tinged with white ash. Carefully dump half of the coals on one side of the grill and the other half on the other side of the grill. The center of the grill shouldn't have any coals. If you don't have a chimney to heat the briquettes, you'll need to light about 100 briquettes. Take a disposable aluminum tray and fill it halfway with water. Place the tray in the middle of the grill where there aren't any coals. The coals should be on both sides of the drip pan. Scatter a handful of smoking wood chips to the coals or place three or four large chunks of smoking wood on the coals. You can use hickory, apple wood, or mesquite smoking wood. Set the seasoned prime rib on the grill right over the water pan. Put the lid on the grill and smoke the prime rib for three to four hours. Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the thickest part of the meat. For rare, smoke it until it reaches 125 to 130 degrees F (50 to 55 degrees C). For medium-rare, smoke it until it reaches 135 degrees F (60 degrees C). If you have a thermometer inside the grill, adjust the vents until the temperature reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). If you'd like the prime rib to have a crisp, golden crust, sear it over direct heat. Open all of the vents on your grill to increase the heat. You might need to add several briquettes of charcoal. Put the smoked prime rib back on the grill directly over the hot coals. Cook the meat for a few minutes or until the outside is browned. Remove the prime rib from the grill and place it on a big piece of aluminum foil. Wrap the foil over the meat and leave it to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Snip off the kitchen twine and carefully slice away the bones from the prime rib. Cut the meat into 1/2-inch (12 mm) slices against the grain. Place the sliced prime rib on a platter and serve it with your choice of sides. You can refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to three or four days. Ensure that the meat is...

TL;DR in English: Set up a two-zone fire in your charcoal grill. Arrange a drip pan and add smoking wood to the grill. Smoke the prime rib for three to four hours. Consider searing the prime rib. Wrap and rest the meat. Carve the prime rib.
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Head lice are unwanted and unpleasant, but they're easy to get rid of. Have somebody check your head for bugs or their eggs—called nits—attached near the base of the hair shaft. The itching that people feel when infested with lice is due to your skin reacting to the saliva of the lice.  To get rid of lice, use a medicated shampoo as directed, and wash all bedding and clothes you've worn. Have any non-washable items dry-cleaned (including plush toys). Vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture. Soak hair-care products (combs, brushes, scrunchies, barrettes, etc.) in rubbing alcohol or medicated shampoo for an hour. In the summer, especially the first bright days of summer, it's easy to get sunburned on your scalp. As your sunburned skin begins to heal, it will often start to feel itchy. Use an aloe vera shampoo or conditioner to alleviate the itching. If you know you're going to be in the sun for over an hour, wear a hat or apply a layer of sunscreen to your scalp. If you wear your hair long, don't put it up while it's still wet. Let your hair fully dry out before putting it up—otherwise, having wet hair pressed against your scalp all day will cause the skin to itch. Similarly, you may need to dry your hair and scalp after having been out in the sun for hours. If you're in the sun long enough to start sweating on your scalp, the excess sweat production can also cause your scalp to itch. Psoriasis is a chronic condition in which skin cells grow at an unnatural rate and become red, raised patches. The buildup of extra skin cells can cause itching and discomfort. Psoriasis can typically be treated with a topical ointment or medicated shampoo containing salicylic acid. If you think you have this condition, talk to your primary doctor or dermatologist. They should be able to prescribe you a medicated ointment or shampoo, or recommend an over-the-counter option. If itching continues unabated, it could be a sign of a more serious medical skin condition including: shingles, fungal infections like Tinea Amiantacea or...

TL;DR in English: Treat head lice with a medicated shampoo. Apply aloe vera to alleviate sunburn symptoms. Dry your hair fully after a shower or bath. Apply a topical treatment to stop scalp psoriasis. Visit a dermatologist for ongoing itching.
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Everyone needs adequate sleep to function properly and to stay healthy, but sleep requirements vary by age and activity level. Understanding how much sleep you need can help you plan for a good night’s sleep.  Newborns 0-3 months old require 14-17 hours of sleep every day.  Infants 4-11 months old need 12-15 hours of sleep every day.  Toddlers 1-2 years old need 11-14 hours of sleep every day.  Preschoolers 3-5 years old need 10-13 hours of sleep every day.  School age children 6-13 years old need 9-11 hours of sleep every day.  Teenagers 14-17 need 8-10 hours of sleep every day.  Adults, aged 18-64 need 7-9 hours of sleep every day.  Older adults above 65 years, need 7-8 hours of sleep every day.  Anyone who is very active, stressed, or sick, may need to take short, daytime naps to rest and recharge. Regardless of age and general sleep recommendations, your body requires adequate rest to function at its best.   Make sleep a priority in your life. It contributes to your body and mind’s optimal functioning.  Numerous negative consequences of insufficient sleep include disease, chronic inflammation, high blood pressure and stress, diabetes, obesity and mood disorders.  Lack of sleep also affects mental performance such as the ability to focus. It may affect your ability to do your job well. When you wake up every day, record in a sleep diary how long and well you slept, and how you felt after waking up. Your sleep diary can help you identify patterns that are hindering (or helping) your sleep.  Your sleep diary may indicate factors that are impacting your sleep. Remove or adjust these as necessary and continue to write in your diary. For example, you might notice that on days you nap that you don’t sleep as well at night. If this is the case, try skipping your nap and see if that helps you get to sleep on time. Talk to your doctor if you have trouble sleeping over a long period of time or notice distinct patterns in your sleep. There will be circumstances in which you need to adjust your sleeping habits. From...

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Imagine speaking your first thoughts but don't actually say them. Write down your thoughts instead of speaking. Practice active listening. Try meditative practices to calm your mind.

This includes mint leaves and the sugar. Add them directly to the wet tea leaves in the pot.  Try to find a Middle Eastern grocery store. Moroccan mint has a different taste than most other mints. If you are unable to find Moroccan mint, use any spearmint or peppermint. Cane sugar is best. Dextrose will also work if you don't wish to use cane sugar, but you'll need to double the quantities of sugar to ensure sweetness. If you boiled the water previously and it still feels hot enough, you can add it immediately. If not, boil the remaining 4 cups (1 L) before adding it to the pot.  Leave the tea to steep for about 5 minutes.  If you have a Moroccan teapot or a heatproof teapot, rather than steeping, set the teapot over low heat and bring the tea to a low simmer. Then, immediately remove from the heat, and allow to steep several minutes more. Pour it back into the teapot. Do this three or more times. This helps dissolve the sugar. Doing this will help to create a thin layer of foam on the top. When pouring, make sure the tea pellets stay with the tea inside the pot. Only fill the cup two-thirds full; this enables the aroma to develop fully. After pouring the remaining tea, garnish the tea with extra mint (if available). This is an optional step but makes it look fantastic, especially if you have proper Moroccan glasses.

TL;DR in English: Add the next ingredients to the teapot. Fill the pot with the remaining water. Pour one glass of tea. Pour the tea from a high distance. Enjoy!
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Pour 2 quarts (2 L) of vegetable oil or canola oil into a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven and heat on medium to medium-high until the oil reaches a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).  You could also use a heavy-bottomed stockpot or deep-fryer. Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the oil) In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly dispersed. Whisk in the milk and water afterward until the batter just barely combines. Note that the batter will still appear lumpy once ready. Do not over-beat the batter in an attempt to remove all the lumps. Dunk each cod fillet into the batter and coat all sides well. You can either coat each piece of cod immediately before frying it or coat all the pieces at once and store them on a baking sheet sprinkled with a light coating of flour until ready to fry. The former option will prevent each piece from losing batter, but the latter may prove more convenient. Place each piece of cod into the hot oil and fry one at a time until the batter turns deep golden-brown.  Shake off any excess batter before frying by holding each piece of cod over the bowl of batter and allowing the excess to drip off. Monitor the temperature of the oil as you fry the fish. Increase or decrease the heat to maintain a temperature of 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). The inside of each piece should be opaque and should flake apart with a fork. Use a heat-resistant slotted spoon to scoop each piece of fish out of the oil and drain the cod on paper bags or paper towels for several minutes. Serve hot.

TL;DR in English: Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Whisk together the batter ingredients. Coat the cod with batter. Fry each piece of cod for 7 to 8 minutes. Drain before serving.
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While vegetable, safflower, corn, or peanut oil are all perfectly viable options, many people are increasingly turning to olive oil because it contains no trans fats. Since deep-frying is already the least healthy method of cooking potato chips, it might be a good idea to use the healthiest oil you can get. Optimally, use about a quart of oil. At the bare minimum, cover the bottom of your pan with an inch of oil.  Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature of your oil. If you need to eyeball things because you don't own a candy thermometer, stick the end of a wooden spoon into the oil and wait for bubbles to start forming at the end of the spoon.  Another way to check the temperature of oil without a thermometer is by frying a small cube of bread. Bread will turn a golden hue at 320° F after 30 seconds; 355° F after 15 seconds; and 375° F after 10 seconds.

TL;DR in English: Choose an oil you'd like to fry with. Heat your oil in a deep fryer or a large frying pan until it reaches about 350° to 375° F (177° to 190° C). Finished.
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When you're just starting out with keeping your mouth shut, it can be difficult to not respond when you want to. To help you get over this, think about what you were going to say and imagine how the conversation would play out. Then, don't say what you were going to. This is a really effective technique if you get emotional or upset and your immediate urge is to respond. If you still have a difficult time keeping your mouth shut, try writing down your thoughts in a journal. Sometimes, just putting your thoughts down is enough to remove the feeling like you have to talk. Then, you can throw away what you wrote or use the note to phrase what you're planning to say. For example, your note might say, "Why did you schedule that party without asking me?! You're thoughtless sometimes." Then, throw the note away without saying that or respond by saying, "I wish you hadn't scheduled the party without talking with me first." Pay attention to not only what the person is saying, but how they're saying it. Look for non-verbal cues, such their facial expressions or what they're doing with their hands. You'll have a better idea of what they're trying to communicate and they'll feel more comfortable speaking if they know you won't cut them off. For example, if you ask someone if they'd like to babysit your kids and they say, "I'm not sure if I can," don't interrupt them. If they're also frowning and fiddling with their hands, you may tell that they feel uncomfortable with the idea and you shouldn't press them on it. It will take some effort to keep your mouth shut, especially if you keep thinking of things you'd like to say. Train your mind to become more peaceful. You might try:  Meditation Yoga Reading Walking or jogging Painting

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Cut your plums and remove the pits. Lay the plums on your dehydrator tray. Place the tray in the dehydrator. Check the plums every 4 to 6 hours. Check every 2 hours when you begin removing prunes. Allow the plums to dehydrate for 14 hours.

You can refinance your loan by negotiating a reduction in principle with your lender. This is a good option if you do not qualify for HARP or HEMP and you are in danger of losing your home. This is unpopular with lenders because it costs them money, but worth a try. It simply cuts your interest rate and brings your monthly payment down. Earlier in 2012, the government reached a settlement with 5 major mortgage lenders. 3.5 billion of that settlement will support refinancing for homeowners with underwater mortgages.

TL;DR in English: Look for a Principle Reduction Alternative (PRA). Ask for an FHA Short Refinance. Take advantage of the recent mortgage settlement.
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The warm months of summer are peak growing seasons for kumquat trees, so wait until the cooler months if you need to move your tree. Prepare soil in a larger pot or in the ground and carefully remove the kumquat tree from its old container. Replant the tree so the top of the root ball is even with the soil.  Kumquat trees can easily be pruned and cut back to stay in the same container each year. Don’t move a mature tree since this could cause stress to the plant. Kumquats need full sun in order to grow. If you live in a climate that’s warm year-round, keep your kumquat trees outdoors as often as you can so they can have unfiltered sunlight. If you live in a colder climate, keep your tree outdoors during the summer and inside when there’s a risk of frost. Kumquats can survive temperatures as low as 30 °F (−1 °C), but they should be brought inside if you want to make sure they survive. Keep them near a window so they can still receive sunlight throughout the day. Use a fluorescent grow light if you don’t get 6 hours of sunlight inside your house. Stick your finger into the soil down to the first knuckle. If it feels dry to the touch, you need to water your kumquat tree. Use a watering can to gently saturate the soil. Keep a saucer underneath your pot so water can drain out and evaporate. This adds humidity and will help your kumquats grow more. The fruits will start green but will turn bright orange once they are ripe. Kumquats are ready to be picked when they are 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5.1 cm) long. Pull the kumquats carefully from their stem to remove them from your tree.  Your fruits should start developing after 2 to 4 years after taking a cutting, but it could take up to 10 years if you’ve grown the kumquats from seeds. Unlike other citrus fruits, you can eat the skin of a kumquat. It has a spicy-sweet flavor. Use a pair of hand shears to cut back stems to their origin on the branch. If there are any crowded branches, remove them as well. Keep your cuts at a 45-degree angle to prevent fungal infection or...

TL;DR in English: Transplant trees in early spring or fall. Keep your kumquat in 6 hours of sunlight outside in the summer. Move your kumquat inside to a south-facing window in the winter. Water the potting mix so the soil is damp 1 in (2.5 cm) deep. Harvest the fruits when they are bright orange in the summer. Prune the growing stems after you harvest the fruit. Cut back the roots by 1 in (2.5 cm) each year. Use neem oil to prevent spider mites and other pests.
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You can find fake wasp nests for sale on the internet. You can also make one yourself by using a crumpled paper bag and some twine.  To make the fake wasp nest, crumple up the paper bag and wrap twine around it so that it holds a vaguely circular shape. You could also use two paper bags for a bigger nest. Hang up the fake nest with twine. Put it in the near vicinity of the wasp nest. Hang it up during the night, when the wasps are less active. Wait for the wasps to notice the fake trap and leave. Wasps are territorial. They will not want their nest to exist near another “wasp nest,” even if that nest is fake.  If this fake nest is not enough to make the wasps leave, it will deter future wasps from settling in your home. Fill it with water and a sweet lure, like lemonade. Wasps like sweet-smelling foods and foods that are high in protein.  Hang it in a location where you typically see a lot of wasps. The wasps will fly into it for the bait. They will then drown in the water. Empty and refill the glass trap frequently. This will ensure there is always bait for the wasps. If you refill it very frequently, you might consider getting another glass trap. If you eat outside, avoid eating these foods in the presence of the wasps. They are attracted to the following foods especially:  Sweet foods Foods high in protein Pet food Make sure that there is nothing for the wasps to eat outside of your house. Put garbage cans and compost as far away from the house as possible. While flowers attract wasps, some plants keep them away. Try mint, eucalyptus, citronella, and/or wormwood. The wasps are attracted to the flowers for the pollination. Put potted plants inside the house or move them far away from the house entirely. Keep flowery scents out of your house. Do not wear flowery perfume or use flowery air fresheners. These smells attract the wasps. A dead wasp produces pheromones that will bring more wasps and ants to the site of the dead wasp. An aggravated wasp is more likely to sting, too. Make sure all door, windows, and...

TL;DR in English: Purchase or make a fake wasp nest. Purchase a glass wasp trap. Avoid keeping certain foods inside your house. Keep all trash cans closed and sealed. Put wasp-deterring plants in your yard. Move potted flowers away from the house. Do not swat or kill any wasps. Seal your house.
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Remove the stem. Then, cut the plum in half around the pit using a sharp pairing knife.  Pull the two halves of the plums apart. Remove the pit and discard. If you don't have a pairing knife, you can use another sharp knife. However, be sure to avoid a large knife. Plums are small, and you want to make sure you maintain control of your knife as you cut around the pit. It's a good idea to push the plums close together, as this will eliminate the need to do two batches. However, make sure the plums are not touching. This is important for air circulation, which allows the plums to dry properly. You should dehydrate your foods at 115 °F (46.1 °C) when working with a conventional dehydrator. However, if you have an excalibur dehydrator, start out at 145 degrees.  Make sure the dehydrator is at the right temperature before placing the plums in the oven. Place the tray in the dehydrator slowly to avoid knocking the plums together. You want to turn the plums at some point to complete the dehydration process. Check every 4 to 6 hours to see if the plums are ready to turn.  When plums are ready to turn, the upside should be very dry. The plums should release easily from the tray. If the upside of the plum is still moist, and the plum does not come off easily, leave the plums for a bit longer before turning them. The plums will turn into prunes at different rates. When you notice some plums completely lack moisture, they've completed the pruning process. These should be removed from the dehydrator. After this, start checking on the plums ever 2 hours, as they're getting close to being done. Plums will take roughly 14 hours to fully dehydrate. However, they may take longer or shorter depending on the quality of the plums. This is why it's important to check your plums regularly during the dehydrating process. When fully dehydrated, you will have black, wrinkled, raisin-like prunes.

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Prepare the potatoes. Add the spices. Add the chickpeas.

Perhaps you discovered your teen was stealing money out of your wallet, or you found stolen goods in your teen's backpack. If your teen is a first time offender and has not been charged with a crime, it's important that you sit your teen down and explain how taking other people's property is illegal and could lead to jail time. Don't downplay the seriousness of the situation or coddle your teen into believing stealing is okay as long as you don't get caught. Be clear and forceful with your words as you explain the serious, potentially life altering consequences of stealing to your teen.  Use legal terms to explain the possible jail time associated with committing larceny (which is when you steal property from someone, like a purse or a bicycle) and committing a felony (which is when you steal with the intent to deprive someone of money, such as taking someone's wallet or writing a bad check).  The value of the stolen property will determine if the crime is considered a felony or a misdemeanor. Regardless of the level of the crime, your teen could be fined a steep amount or serve several months or years in jail if they are caught stealing. Another method is to show, rather than tell, your teen what could happen if they are caught stealing. If your teen has stolen money or goods from you, some parents recommend calling the police and having a police officer mock arrest the teen. The officer may hand cuff your teen and place them in the back of the police car so they can explain what a felony charge is and how it can affect your teen's future.  This may seem like an extreme tactic, and it should only be done if your teen has stolen from you directly as you are the one who will decide whether or not to press charges against your teen. However, this tactic can scare your teen so much that they may never even consider stealing again. If they have not stolen from you, try showing them prison documentaries or interviews with inmates. This will show them exactly what happens in prison and that could be them one day....

TL;DR in English: Explain the consequences of stealing. Show your teen the consequences of stealing. Impose a punishment that requires a positive action from your teen.
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There are other legal structures to consider such as a Sole Proprietorship, Partnership or Limited Liability Company (LLC). All have advantages and disadvantages in regard to protecting you from liability, saving money on taxes and sharing profits and losses.   Sole proprietorship – A sole proprietorship is owned and run by one person, and there is no legal separation between the individual and the business. As a result, all profits, losses, and debts would be your responsibility. A sole proprietorship is easy to form and you have complete control over your business.  Partnership – This is a sharing of ownership between two or more people. Partnerships are formed through an agreement between the partners  and each individual partner is liable for his or her share of profits, losses, or liabilities. However each partner is generally liable for the full debts of the partnership if one does not pay his or her share. A partnership can work well if you need another person who has skills you might not have.  Limited liability company (LLC) – LLC owners pay taxes on their share of profits (as defined in a business agreement) through their individual income tax returns and have to pay self employment tax. They are protected from personal liability for the decisions and actions of the company. A DBA (Doing Business As) is needed whenever you are doing business under a name other than your own. If your business has a name other than yours, you will need to register that name as a DBA. You can check the records of the Florida Department of State at Sunbiz.org to make sure your business name is not too similar to an existing corporation. Corporations file taxes separately from their owners at a corporate tax rate. Your personal income will also be taxed when the company pays a dividend or makes a distribution to you. Speak with your lawyer or accountant to find out how to file your corporate and personal taxes appropriately.

TL;DR in English: Research the need to incorporate. Choose a business name. Register with the IRS and get a tax ID number.
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After you have the door in place you will no longer have access to these areas. In particular, look for any remaining uneven spots that can be filled in to prevent air leaks or the collection of water. Especially focus on the sill area. The caulk will dry slowly, so it should still be pliable when you fit the new door into place. It is usually easiest to move the bottom of the door to the doorway and then raise the whole door unit into the frame.  Push shims into the spaces along the sides and top of the jamb to make the door fit snugly in place. You may only be able to do this from the interior side of the house as many exterior doors have molding around the exterior side of the jamb that will limit access to any gap.  Check to make sure the door is level before you nail or screw the door into its final position. Nail or screw through the jamb into the frame at several points to ensure that it is held firmly in place. Most pre-hung doors will also come with a few long screws that are specifically designed to anchor the door itself into the frame. Remove a few of the short screws that attach the door to the jamb and replace these with the long screws. The sill pan will just screw or nail into place over the sill region, and the cap will have to be attached where the exterior molding meets the outside wall. You must cover any remaining gaps to prevent air leaks or water damage.

TL;DR in English: Pre-caulk the hard to reach areas inside the frame of the door. Set the door in place. Secure the door into the frame. Install the sill pan and drip cap. Caulk around the edges to make sure the seal it complete.
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Peel the potatoes, then roughly chop them. Put them in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce it to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until they're completely soft, and a fork slides through them easily. Drain the water. Mash the potatoes roughly with a fork. Put the red chili powder,chopped green chilli,chopped onions, chat masala and coriander leaves in the pot with the potatoes.  Add a pinch of salt. Use a fork to mash the spices in with the potatoes to thoroughly distribute them. Taste the mixture and add more spices or salt if you wish. Stir in the  and chickpeas with a spoon, so that everything is completely mixed. If you wish, add a few drops of oil to moisten the filling. It doesn't need too much moisture, though, since you'll be adding pani as the finishing touch

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Get a copy of the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read the Bible. Read

Pray for guidance. Read an example. Think about your past. Write an outline.

Now that you know some reasons why loss of self-esteem occur and the basic negative thoughts that are responsible for perpetuating low self-esteem, you can begin the process to change your beliefs about yourself. This process might be easier to do on the computer, so you can change the organization around so it makes sense to you without having to start your journal over again. A spreadsheet format is a good way to keep your thoughts organized and allows you plenty of room to experiment. For a few days, keep track of your negative thoughts. You can keep these in a paper notebook, on a word file on a laptop, or your iPad. Observe all the negative statements you notice that you make to yourself. If you don’t recognize them by type, it’s okay. Write down the statement anyway. For example, One of the items on the list was, “I’m going to fail if I try to make it as a writer,” along with associated thoughts: “Why even bother? No one will like it anyway. No one has anything original to say anyway. It’s all been written before.” Title this column “Negative Thoughts.” Put the thoughts into order, the top of the page containing the ones that bother you the most, and the bottom the thoughts that make you the least upset. If you see different types of statements that have something in common, group them together. For example, “I’m going to fail if I try to make it as a writer” is at the top of the list. All associated negative thoughts can be included with this thought, but the lead sentence can be thought of as the title for this sentiment. Make a column next to your Negative Thoughts column and call it “Memory/Experience Associated with This Thought.”  A person or experience might come to mind. Write it down. If not, just leave it blank. Understanding where you’ve been will help you realize why you feel the way you do.  For example, “My father told me I would fail if I tried to be a writer.” Remember, if you remember someone stating a negative comment to you, this is not a fact! It’s only their opinion, and you will be...

TL;DR in English: Start a self-esteem journal. Become a negative thought detective. Organize your list. Find the root of each negative thought. Identify feelings associated with each thought. Identify your behaviors. Adjust your thinking. Counter the negativity. Make a positive action plan. Focus on your positive attributes. Identify areas that you would like to improve. Write down areas that you would like to improve.
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Your doctor will review your blood and urine test results, as well as the results of any other tests they conduct. They will look at whether all your tests, taken together, indicate you have multiple myeloma. Keep in mind multiple myeloma is difficult to diagnose until the late stages. If your doctor is not sure if your tests indicate you have this condition, they may monitor your health and require you to do additional testing in the future to ensure they can detect if or when you develop multiple myeloma. Your doctor will tell you whether you have Stage I, Stage II, or Stage III multiple myeloma. Stage I means you have a less aggressive form of the disease, stage II means you have a semi-aggressive form, and stage III means you have an aggressive form that is affecting your bones, kidneys, and organs. They will also tell you which risk category you fall into, which will tell you how aggressive your condition is. A higher risk category means your condition is more severe. If your tests indicate that you probably have multiple myeloma, your doctor will refer you to a blood and cancer specialist (a hematologist/oncologist). The specialist will do additional testing to confirm or rule out a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, and work with you to develop a treatment plan depending on the results. Many health insurance companies will cover the costs of a specialist. Speak to your insurance provider for more information. Your treatment options will depend on the severity of your condition. If your condition is not very severe and you are displaying no symptoms, your doctor may suggest no immediate treatment and monitor your condition to see if it gets worse. If your condition is severe, you may be prescribed cancer fighting drugs, chemotherapy, or a bone marrow transplant. Your doctor may also prescribe medication and lifestyle changes to treat complications caused by multiple myeloma. You may experience complications like bone pain, bone loss, anemia, kidney issues, and infections like the flu or pneumonia that can...

TL;DR in English: Find out if you tested positive for multiple myeloma. Discuss the severity of your condition with your doctor. Get a referral for a specialist to confirm your diagnosis. Discuss your treatment options with your specialist.
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Looking at a color wheel can help you to sift through the many different hair colors and select one that will look good on you.  For example, if you have cool, pale skin, then opt for warm colors, such as golden browns and copper reds. If you have tan skin, then opt for cooler hair colors, such as ash browns and blondes. If you have warm undertones with yellow, pick a hair color that leans towards like chestnut, dark golden brown, auburn and mahogany. Then highlight using a red base, such as cinnamon or copper. If you choose a blonde base or blonde highlights, you may end up overemphasizing your yellow undertone. If you have cool tones with a pink or blue undertone, look for an intense brown, red, or blonde base. Then, pick highlights that have a honey-wheat or ash look. This will help contrast your cool undertones. Choose burgundy, cherry, or garnet hair color for dark skin with cool undertones. You can use these as a base color or highlight color. The cool red tones in this hair color give your skin a smooth even look.

TL;DR in English: Select a shade that is the opposite of your skin tone on a color wheel. Choose a deep rich base for your hair color. Choose an intense color base for your hair.
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Your testimony is a strong tool you can use when witnessing to non-Christians. Since the primary purpose is to honor God and advance His kingdom, praying to the Holy Spirit for guidance before you set pen to paper is a logical first step. Get an idea of what to include by reading an effective testimony someone else wrote. You can either use a contemporary example or look for an example provided in scripture.  One of the best examples you can read through is Paul's testimony in the Bible. To read his testimony, check out Acts 22 and Acts 26. You should also ask yourself if there were any testimonies you heard or read prior to your conversion that left an impact on you. If so, recall the details of that testimony and determine what made it so powerful from your point of view. More specifically, think back on your life and attitude before you gave your life to Christ. Ask yourself what issues were important to you and what arguments for conversion had the greatest impact on your final decision. Seek to include these elements in your own testimony. More specifically, ask yourself about the obstacles you faced and how you felt when you were alone with your thoughts. Remember what it was that made you crave change, and any attempts you made to change in other ways prior to your conversion. Before you write out the actual testimony, it can be a good idea to write an outline or to otherwise summarize each section of your testimony. As a general rule, your testimony should be divided into three parts: your life before Christ, your decision to convert, and your life after conversion.

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Open the Task Manager. Click the Start button. Click the Start button again. Click the End button. Click the End button again. Click the Start button again. Click the End button again. Click the Start button again. Click the End button again. Click the Start button again. Click the End button again. Click

The number of photos you choose will depend on the size of your scrapbook paper, the size of your photos, and how much blank space you want on each page. You can arrange several smaller photos on the page, or you can make a whole-page layout by choosing a photo that’s just a little smaller than the paper you’re using. You can either create a mosaic by cutting each photo and putting it back in its original order, or you can mix-and-match pictures to create your own design. You can get a cool result from either technique, so experiment to see what you like! When you create your mosaic, a little of the paper will show through. Decide whether you want your paper to be plain white or a different color. However, avoid paper with an intricate pattern, which can create a busy effect that can be a little overwhelming to the eye. Common scrapbook paper sizes are 8.5 in × 11 in (22 cm × 28 cm) and 12 in × 12 in (30 cm × 30 cm), but you can use any size paper you like. Before you cut your photos, place them on your scrapbook page and decide how you want them to look. Leave room for any titles, stickers, or other decorative elements you’d like to include on the page. If you’re not planning on keeping the photos in their original state, you don’t necessarily have to do this. Turn the photos over, then use a ruler and a pen and pencil to draw a grid of evenly-spaced squares on the back of each one. Then, number each square consecutively. That way, once you’ve cut the photo, you’ll know exactly where each piece fits in the larger picture. A grid with 1 in (2.5 cm) squares is a good size for this project, but the size you choose is up to you! Place the photo on a paper cutter, and cut either horizontal or vertical strips along the grid you drew. Then, take each strip and cut it into smaller squares. If you don’t have a paper trimmer, you can use scissors instead. Just take your time and make straight, even cuts. Choose 1 photo to start with, and look for the piece with the number 1 written on it. Peel the backing off of a...

TL;DR in English: Choose the photos for your scrapbook mosaic. Arrange your photos on a piece of scrapbook paper. Arrange the photos on the page to plan your layout. Draw a numbered grid on the back of each photo. Use a paper trimmer to carefully cut the photo into squares. Attach the first square to the scrapbook paper with double-sided tape. Leave a small gap, then attach the next square, and repeat. Continue until the entire photo has been added, then decorate your page.
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After you have successfully began making small talk with her, you can now have an actual conversation.  Ask her how her day is going to show that you are interested in her life.  Most people enjoy talking about themselves, so she will likely welcome the opportunity and be flattered that you asked. You can approach her and say something like “Hey, how’s your day going so far?” .  There is an old adage that says that “the way to a woman’s heart is to make her laugh”.  If you don’t know her, making her laugh might be difficult since you aren’t aware of her sense of humor.  However, you can work on picking out little funny things about your school that she is likely to find funny.. For instance, maybe your teacher does something that is funny to you like using the word “irregardless.”  You could say something humorous like “I think it’s so funny how we have an English teacher who uses words that aren’t words!” Take some time when you talk to her to find out more about her as a person.  If you don’t know her name, start there.  If you don’t know what year she is, ask her if she’s the same year as you.  She will gradually begin to open up and you can start asking more personal questions like “what do you like to do for fun?” or “what’s your favorite movie?” Talk about yourself some, as well, but don’t overdo it.  You don’t want to dominate the conversation.  You might say something like “I’m in the 7th grade, too” or “I got into college and I’m really excited about it.”  She will likely ask some questions about you, as well. Aim to talk slightly less than you listen.. After establishing some rapport with her, you can pay her a small compliment.  Don’t give compliments that are physical or that are overly detailed just yet.  She may be put off by that and uncomfortable talking to you thereafter. You might say something like “you’re really good at soccer” or “I saw you stick up for your friend to that bully.  You’re a really nice friend, it seems.” If you have spoken with her several times, then you might try asking...

TL;DR in English: Ask her about her day. Make her laugh Find out more about her. Pay her a small compliment. Invite her to sit with you. Ask for her number.
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A quick way to do this is to visit https://www.dropbox.com/mobile on your mobile device, type your phone number into the blank, then tap Text Me the Link. Follow the link to complete your Dropbox installation. It’s the icon of a blue open box on the home screen (iPhone/iPad) or in the app drawer (Android). Use the account information you created when installing Dropbox on your Mac. Once you’re signed in, you’ll see the contents of your Dropbox folder. Tap a file to view it. If the file is within its own folder, tap the folder to see its contents, then tap the file to open it. You’ll only be able to view file types supported by your device. For example, if you have a Photoshop .PSD file in your Dropbox, your phone or tablet may be unable to open it. You can add files from your phone or tablet to your Dropbox so you can open and modify them on your Mac. Here’s how:  Tap the + icon in Dropbox. Tap Create or upload file. Tap Upload File. Tap the file you want to upload. The next time your Mac syncs with your Dropbox folder (a process that happens automatically when your Mac connects to the internet), the uploaded file will be available.

TL;DR in English: Install the Dropbox app. Open Dropbox. Sign in. View a file. Add a file or folder to your Dropbox.
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Alt+F4 to force close the active window or app. This will work for windows in desktop mode as well as for Windows 8 apps. This is a useful shortcut for frozen programs that aren't responding to clicking the "X". Ctrl+⇧ Shift+Esc to open the Task Manager. This will open a list of all your running processes, and is the easiest way to close any non responsive programs. By default, the Task Manager will open displaying the Processes tab, which shows all of your open apps and running processes.  Select the app or process that you want to force close. Frozen apps will say "Not responding". Click the End task button. Task Manager will attempt to force the program to close. If you are still having difficulty closing a program, click here.

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Open the Snip & Sketch tool. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon. Click the Snip & Sketch icon.

Arrange your screen how you'd like it to appear in the screenshot. Open Snip & Sketch. Click New. Select a type of screenshot to take. Edit the screenshot (optional). Click the disk icon to save your screenshot. Select a save location and click Save.

Often, people will feel discouraged at something that seems too difficult for them. You should ask your friend to talk about what’s hard for them when it comes to studying, and how you can best help them. You can ask questions like  “What do you feel unsure about? Do you know anyone who could help you understand the material better? Do you need me to help you keep focused while you study?” At this point in their education, they have faced multiple stressful situations, and still managed to come out the other side. Ask them about it, saying something like “How did you prepare for the last hard exam you passed?”  When they’re done explaining, encourage them by saying “If you could overcome the obstacles then, you can do it again now.” Throughout their studying, make sure you remind them of this fact. Have your friend think about what they specifically want to achieve from studying, or just from this study session. Then have them list the smaller goals they will have to achieve along the way to reach the bigger ones. If necessary, have them break down the goals to their smallest individual steps, and begin helping them work through each, one by one.

TL;DR in English: Find out the specifics of what’s keeping them from studying. Have them speak about their past accomplishments in school. Have them write down their intended goals.
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You will need to install it after downloading it. Most users will be able to leave the settings at their default during installation. Once your program is installed, open it to start the benchmarking process. Before you start the benchmarking, you will be able to adjust the graphics settings. Adjust them to whatever you would like, and make sure that Resolution is set to "Desktop". If the benchmark program does not perform well with the settings you pick, you can change them later. The benchmark program will begin, and after a few moments of loading scenes will begin playing on your monitor. If the performance is poor, you can exit and lower your settings, but this isn't necessary. During the overclocking process, you should see performance improve without having to adjust the settings. Once the scenes start playing, you will see a row of buttons at the top of the screen. Click the Benchmark button to start the benchmark process. In Heaven, this will run through 26 different scenes, and will take several minutes to complete. After the benchmark is over, you will be given a score based on your graphics card's performance. Write down the score that you get. This will help you easily compare results as you increase the speed of your card.

TL;DR in English: Open your benchmark program. Adjust the benchmark settings. Click Run. Click Benchmark. Record your score.
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Many foods are rich in vitamin C, including bell pepper (particularly red), citrus fruit, kiwi, broccoli, tomatoes, cabbage, and cantaloupe. To up your iron absorption, have a bowl of fresh spinach with red bell pepper and tomatoes or drink a smoothie with whole grains, nuts, greens, and citrus. Look for a micronutrient tracker for your phone. With these apps, you can put in what you're eating and it tells you how much you're consuming of each micronutrient. That way, you know exactly how much iron you're getting from your diet. For instance, try the Wholesome app or MyFitnessPal, both on Android and iPhone. This is a blue-green algae that is found in lakes. When dried out in powder form, you can add it as a topping to foods to increase your iron intake. For 3 ounces (85 g) of spirulina, you get 28 milligrams of iron. Try pairing it with barley grass juice powder, which contains minerals and vitamins that help you absorb the iron. An iron supplement can help you get the iron you're not getting from your diet. However, as with any supplement, it's always good to discuss how much you should be taking and how often with your doctor.  Look for ones that are suitable for vegetarians as some get their iron from meat sources. Additionally, make sure the iron supplement you choose is verified by a 3rd party, such as United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

TL;DR in English: Make sure you're pairing your iron with vitamin C. Track your iron intake with an app. Sprinkle spirulina on your food. Discuss an iron supplement with your doctor.
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Even if you just want to capture a portion of the screen, you'll be able to do so easily using Snip & Sketch.  Snip & Sketch is an updated version of the original Snipping Tool for Windows 10. As long as you've updated your computer to at least version 1809 (February 2019), you'll have the tool on your computer.  See How to Update Windows to learn how to get the latest Windows updates. You can open it by typing snip into the Windows search bar and clicking Snip & Sketch in the search results. You can also open the tool by press ⊞ Win+⇧ Shift+S. It's the blue button near the top-left corner of Snip & Sketch. Four icons will appear at top of the screen. If you used the keyboard shortcut you can skip this step. Hover the mouse cursor over each icon to see what type of screenshot it represents, then click your selection to take a screenshot.   Rectangular snip: This option lets you capture a section of the screen by drawing a rectangle around it. After you draw your shape, a preview of the screenshot will appear in the tool.  Freeform snip: This lets you capture any part of the screen in any shape by tracing freehand. After you draw your shape, a preview of the screenshot will appear in the tool.  Window snip: Use this tool if you want to capture a single window. After clicking the button, click the window you want to capture to take the photo and view the preview.  Fullscreen snip: Captures the entire screen and displays a preview in the tool. Snip & Sketch comes with several editing tools you can use to modify or mark the image before saving.  Click the finger with a piece of string tied around it to freehand draw on the image. You can then select a drawing/writing tool and color at the top of the screen and draw text or shapes as needed. Click the eraser icon to erase part any mistakes you make while drawing. Click the ruler icon to display a ruler along the top of the screen. Click the crop icon (a square with a line through it) to preserve part of the image while trimming the rest. It's near the top-right...

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Check your speaker and receiver specifications. Check the connections. Look for physical damage.

Recovering from a fear of abandonment requires finding healthy ways to cope with your anxieties. The first step towards finding healthy coping mechanisms is to take responsibility for the way you feel. Even though your emotions might be triggered by other people’s actions, realize that the way you respond to them is up to you. For example, if someone insults you and it makes you mad, you have to recognize that, even if the remark was degrading or humiliating, you have a choice about how to react. You can get angry, cry, or storm off. Or, you can search inside yourself and remember that your well-being is not dependent on the opinions of others, then smile and walk away. Think about why the idea of being abandoned is so frightening to you. Which particular scenario are you afraid of? If you were abandoned today, what specific emotion would that generate in you? What kind of thoughts would go through your mind? Getting specific about your fear can help you find ways to combat it. For example, you might fear that if your partner left you, you would feel unlovable and would never be able to find another relationship. If your fear of abandonment comes from an experience you had in childhood, you may be unconsciously assuming that scenario will play out again. Consider themes from your childhood that may be affecting you today. For instance, if you were abandoned by your mother or another female caretaker, you might feel like you can’t trust any women to remain in your life. Remind yourself that this is not a rational assumption to make, and that all people behave differently. When your anxieties are running high, fact checking is a useful strategy for regaining control of them. Take a moment to distance yourself from your emotions and question whether your thoughts make objective sense. Consider whether there is a simpler and more straightforward explanation for what’s going on. For instance, if your partner hasn’t texted you back in half an hour, your first reaction might be to think, “He’s getting tired of me...

TL;DR in English: Accept your emotions as your responsibility. Identify your fear. Stop generalizing. Practice fact checking. Adopt a mindful approach.
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Tap the photo or video. Type a message, and then tap Done, enter, or tap the screen. The text is automatically added to the center of the screen. Touch the "T" in the top right corner of the screen to enable text effects. This will enlarge the text, center left, and remove the caption bar.  Tap the “T” a second time and it will align the text in the center. Tap a “T” a third time and it will revert you back to the original. Touch and drag the text to move it. Pinch the text to shrink it. Zoom the text to increase its size. Rotate your two fingers together on the text to turn the text to the angle you want. Tap the actual text. The color picker and keyboard will open. Touch the color picker to change the text color. When you're done, touch Done, enter, or tap the screen. If you want to change a single letter or word, select that letter or word, and then touch the color picker to change the color that that letter or word.

TL;DR in English: Add text to the photo or video. Enable text effects. Move, modify the size, and rotate the text. Change the text or text color.
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If the reason you want to close the account is because you are unable to access your account, you can go through the steps to recover your username and password instead of closing the account. Generally, under the login fields of the sign in page, there is a smaller link that asks if you have forgotten your password. Answer any security questions or use a temporary password that is sent to you in a message to an alternate email access to unlock your account. If you are still unable to access your email account after going through the password recovery steps, call the customer support for your service. They will assist you in accessing your account. If you are closing your account because it has been hacked, you can recover your email without having to close the account. Follow the steps below to set your email account straight:  Send emails to your contact list informing them that your email was hacked and that they should not click on any links in emails from you. If your computer is infected with malware, update any security software, install software to remove the malware, or take the computer to a professional to have the malware removed. Change your password by going to the settings in your email and resetting your password. Finally, contact your email provider and complete any steps so they can help you secure your email. If you do not like the name you chose for your email address and want to create a more professional email address, this may be a good option for you. You can create a new email address through your old email account and the two email addresses will share the same inbox. However, you can send and receive emails with this new email address. You will have the best of both worlds, you will still be able to correspond with contacts who have your old email address, but you can give your new contacts a new email address.  If you have Yahoo, for example, sign in to your account, and mouse over the Settings gear icon in your account. Click on “Accounts”, then “Create Address”, and then check...

TL;DR in English: Get your username or password if you cannot access your email. Recover your email if it has been hacked. Create another email address that is linked to your current email.
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There are a variety of factors that could potentially be causing your speakers to sound distorted or fuzzy. Mismatched equipment is one of the most common factors. Check that the amplifier and receiver support the ohms that the speakers draw, and that the speakers can handle the wattage output of the amplifier. Check the documentation for all of your equipment to ensure that everything matches. If you've accidentally swapped the positive and negative wires on your speakers, you likely will not hear anything coming out of them. Double check all of your connections, and ensure that the black cables are inserted in black clips, while the red cables are inserted in the red clips.  If the speaker is too far away and you aren't using a proper gauge wire, you can experience a lot of distortion. Try to move the speaker closer to the receiver and then shorten the wire, or run newer, lower-gauge wire. Crossed wires can short out your speakers and cause serious damage. Make sure the black and red wires are not touching when bare at the ends. Check that the speakers are not physically damaged. A blown-out speaker can sound terrible, so ensure that the woofers on the speaker aren't torn. If you see any physical damage, try replacing the speaker.

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If you are going to be away for a long time, organize for someone to come replace the feeder block every 5 to 7 days. If you are going away for a long time, organize for someone to come replace the feeder block every 5 to 7 days. If you are going away for a long time,

Give it away. Recycle the glass. Contact your waste management company. Cover the surface with tape. Wrap the glass. Label the exterior. Place the glass beside the receptacle.

There are several methods of feeding fish during your absence. The length of your vacation will impact your choice but it is always a good idea to have someone check now and then, especially if the electricity goes off in your area (which only a neighbor will know about).  Get a vacation feeder and fill the compartments with the correct food for your fish. The feeder will automatically release food into the water according to a schedule that you program into it. This method is only suitable for fish that take pellet and flake like foods, as it will not hold bloodworms and other live foods.  Freeze-dried bloodworms are available.  Put feeder fish of varied sizes in the tank. It is key to put different sized feeder fish into the tank as the predator will eat some first, and some later, according to size. Do not put live worms into the tank as they will foul up your water. Use a feeder block. Go to your local pet store and buy a suitable feeder block for your fish. It's best to experiment with a few before you go away, as some fish will reject certain feeder blocks. Place the block into the bottom of the fish tank on the day you go away. If you are going away for a long time, organize for someone to come replace the feeder block every 5 to 7 days.  Have someone come over and feed your fish. This is the best method, especially if your fish are picky eaters, but make sure that they have enough time to feed your fish, and know how, when and what to feed them. With some fish you could place a large clump of vegetables in the tank with a weight, and they would eat it over time. Even if you don't like zucchini, it's possible your fish will. It is possible to satisfy two of the groups, as omnivores can eat carnivore and herbivore's food. Still, if you have different groups of fish diets in your tank, all with their own special food, it would be best to get someone who can spend enough time to make sure each group is satisfied. Fish like Bichirs and spiny eels tend to crawl out of holes in your tank, so make sure there...

TL;DR in English: Know your options. Provide live plants or vegetables. Combine these methods to care for a variety of fish. Cover your tank securely.
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Tap the Snapchat app icon, which resembles a white ghost on a yellow background. The Snapchat camera will open if you're logged in. If you aren't logged in, tap LOG IN, enter your username (or email address, or phone number) and password, and tap LOG IN. Swipe right over the Camera page to do so. You should see a list of recently snapped friends appear. Scroll down until you find the name of the person to whom you recently sent a snap. Swipe from left to right across your friend's name to do so. Type in a message, then tap the Send button. It will pop up in the bottom-left corner of the chat window, just above the text box. If you see the Bitmoji appear, your friend is currently online and reading your chat.  If your friend doesn't use Bitmoji, you'll instead see a smiley face icon appear. The face will turn into a blue dot after a few seconds. If the Bitmoji (or blue dot) doesn't appear, your friend is either offline or not responding to your chat.

TL;DR in English: Open Snapchat . Scroll over to the Friends page. Find your friend's name. Open your friend's Chat page. Send a message to your friend. Wait for your friend's Bitmoji to appear.
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For example, if you made $200 selling 100 cans of soda and the cost of the goods sold was $100, then your gross profit would be $100. Multiply the number by 100 to get a percentage, rather than a decimal. For example, divide $100 by $100 and the figure is 1. If you multiply it by 100, you get a gross profit percentage of 100 percent.

TL;DR in English: Subtract the cost of goods sold from the total revenue generated by the goods. Divide the gross profit by the cost of goods sold.
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In the case of mirrors or glass tabletops especially, you may be able to give the object to a friend or even donate it to a charitable organization. By giving the glass away, you can get rid of it, help someone else, and keep the glass out of a landfill. Ultimately, whether or not you can recycle your specific piece of glass depends upon the area where you live. Mirrors, window glass, and other large pieces of glass have a different chemical composition than standard bottle glass, and many recycling plants may not accept them. If your municipality does accept window glass, etc., then they'll likely have a specific process for it. Contact them and follow any specific instructions. This process will most likely involve taking the glass down to a recycling center since the trucks that run recycling routes aren't typically equipped for nonstandard items. If it looks like sending your glass to the dump is the only option, then you’ll want to start by contacting your area’s waste management service. Different companies will handle waste of different sizes. For truly large pieces of glass, your waste management company may not dispose of it in a single piece. You'll likely find information with weight and dimension restrictions on the company's website or by calling. If they tell you you’ll need to break up the pane first, then the second method will be more suited to your needs. If your piece of glass is small enough to dispose of whole, you can trash the glass by taking steps to prepare it for disposal first. Since multiple waste management personnel will have to handle the glass, you want to help ensure that it doesn't break and become a hazard in the process. Start by covering the surface of the glass with duct tape. Tape across the glass will help keep the pieces in place and limit splintering in the event that is does break.  Tape both the front and back surfaces of the glass. The more of the surface you cover the better, but if you don't want to waste a large amount of tape, then you can simply place a large...

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