Chop 2 celery stalks, 1 pound broccoli or bok choy, 1/2 onion, 1 red bell pepper and 1/2 pound (227 grams) fresh mushrooms and 1 scallion. Place 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in the wok. Place 2 more tablespoons of peanut oil in a wok. Add the chopped vegetables to the wok, one type of vegetable at a time. Place all of the ingredients in the wok, except for the noodles, sauce and shallot. Serve the chow mein.

When cleaning an acrylic bath tub, avoid using any aerosol or acetone cleaners. The chemicals in those cleaners can eat through the acrylic of your tub. To clean acrylic bathtubs, use a mild dish soap with warm water. Wet the sides of the tub and a soft sponge with warm water. Apply a small amount of a mild dish soap to the sponge and gently scrub the tub. You should avoid using wire brushes or scrubbing pads as these can scratch the acrylic and ruin it. Instead of using cleanser on hard water stains on your bathtub, try rubbing lemons over the stains. Let the lemon juice sit on the stain for a few minutes, and then rinse with water and before drying it with a microfiber cloth.

TL;DR in English: Don’t use aerosol cleaners on acrylic bath tubs. Use mild dish soap on acrylic tubs. Use lemons to remove hard water stains.
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Then, you can justify the reasons for which you strive to make this social gathering.    Make known the name of the person who directs and promotes the gathering organization. Make a brief account of the subject matter.

TL;DR in English: Define, first of all, the main purpose of your actions.
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Green onions can be kept in water or soil at room temperature and they will continue to grow. If you want to keep them in water, you will need to find a glass or jar that is tall enough and heavy enough to keep them upright. If you want to keep the onions in soil, you will need a flower pot that will fit on your windowsill and that is at least 6 inches (15 cm) deep. Green onions will last a long time stored in either water or soil on your windowsill. Deciding between the two is based mostly on personal preference. If you are using a glass, put 1–2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) of water in it. Like the refrigerator method, this allows the roots of the green onions to absorb water up into the plant. If you are using a pot, put at least 5 inches (13 cm) of potting soil in it. This will allow the green onions to be planted deep enough to stand up on their own. Stick the root end of your green onions into your container of water. If you are keeping your onions in soil, stick the root end into the soil and then press the soil down around them to help the onions stand up. Green onions should be placed 2 inches (5.1 cm) apart when planted in soil. In order for your green onions to continue growing, they need to be exposed to sunlight. Place the container or pot in a sunny spot that gets 6 to 7 hours of light every day.  Having your green onions continue growing is a perk of storing them in the sunlight, as opposed to in the fridge. Green onions stored in the fridge will not continue growing. Typically, a sunny windowsill in your kitchen is a great place to store green onions or scallions. This makes it easy for you to remember to use them when you are cooking a meal. The green onions that you store outside of the refrigerator will need a bit of care. For green onions stored in water, be sure to switch out the water every few days. This will ensure that mold doesn't accumulate on the surface of the water. If your green onions are stored in soil, you should be sure to water the soil when it begins to dry out. Green onions should...

TL;DR in English: Pick out a container. Prepare your container. Place your onions in the water or soil. Place the container on your windowsill or in another sunny spot. Change out the water in the glass or water the soil every few days. Use the green onion tops and but keep the roots intact.
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Keep them separate – you'll be cooking them separately later. The beauty about chow mein is that you can really use whatever vegetables you like. Cabbage and carrot are awfully common, too. Just dice it up and it'll be ready for stir-frying. Heat the oil, then stir in the marinated chicken strips. Remove the chicken from the pan when the chicken is no longer pink. Set the chicken aside – you'll be tossing it back in after the vegetables are done. Fry the wonton noodles in the hot oil, one small batch at a time. Remove the noodles when they turn golden. You may not need that much more oil after the chicken, or you may need plenty. Just make sure there's enough oil in the pan for it to adequately stir-fry whatever's inside. Remove each vegetable before adding the next vegetable. Add more oil as needed. Stir fry all of the vegetables, except for the scallion. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add 1/4 cup of water and place a lid on the wok when you stir fry the broccoli or bok choy. Because of this, it's easiest to do last. Stir well, then make a well in the center for the sauce. Stir the sauce, then pour the sauce into the well. Stir again. Add the scallion, stir, and then pour the chow mein over the wonton noodles. Mix it up as you like. Place it all into a big bowl with tongs or a large fork and spoon and let your guests serve themselves. Provide extra soy sauce on the side, too, if needed. Make sure you have both chopsticks and a fork at the ready – some people aren't proficient at chopsticks and prefer using a fork (and some are the other way around).

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Select what you want to copy: Click Edit in the menu bar. Click Copy. Click in the document or field where you want to insert the image. Click Edit in the menu bar. Click Paste.

A troll's goal is to make users angry, and by responding to their posts, you are "feeding the troll". The sooner you extinguish the trolling, the better. Wait for the troll to post. After they post, wait a certain amount of time (perhaps ten seconds), then respond with simply, 'cool.' Continue the conversation you were having.  A troll either wants you to get angry and comment as such, or wants you to be quiet. Using this tactic robs them of both. This tactic works very well for statements meant to offend you. If the trolling persists, a moderator or site owner can deal with them.

TL;DR in English: Ignore the posts. Use the 'Cool' tactic. Report the troll to a moderator or the site owner if they persist.
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The most common test for testosterone involves your physician drawing a tube of blood from your vein. In addition to the blood sample, your physician will also perform a physical exam. Because low testosterone may be an indicator for an underlying problem, like a problem with the pituitary gland, liver disease, an inherited disease, or Addison's disease, your doctor may want to test you for an underlying problem if you have low testosterone. Depending on your physical exam, your symptoms, and your history, other tests may be required after the testosterone test. Your doctor may test for thyroid function, diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Testosterone can also be measured in your saliva, though not many mainstream physicians offer this option. The test is reasonably reliable, but it is too new of a method to be totally accepted. Two reputable labs that test for salivary testosterone are ZRTLabs and Labrix. If your total testosterone from your screening lab test comes back abnormal, ask to have the test for “free” or bioavailable testosterone. The most important testosterone value is the “free” and/or bioavailable testosterone.  This is not always measured because it is not so easy to measure. The tests for “free” or bioavailable testosterone are considered better biomarkers. There are things that might affect the results of your test. Taking medicines with estrogen or testosterone (including birth control), digoxin, spironolactone, and barbiturates may interfere with the test. Medicines for prostate cancer and that raise prolactin levels may also have a negative effect. Hypothyroidism can also interfere with the test. If your testosterone levels are low, talk to your physician about testosterone replacement therapy. Testosterone is available as a gel or patch, muscular injections, or tablets that can be dissolved under the tongue. There are also some natural options including dietary approaches, increased exercise, and herbs such as Tribulus terrestris, Ashwagandha, Ginkgo Biloba, Maca, and Yohimbe.

TL;DR in English: Go to the doctor for a testosterone test. Be prepared for additional tests. Get an oral test. The most common test is for “total testosterone,” which is the testosterone that is bound to other proteins in the blood. Consider what affects the test. Choose a testosterone replacement therapy.
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Swat a fly by trapping it between one hand and a hard, flat surface that you have gotten it to land on. Move slowly toward the fly, then slap it quickly and firmly with your hand.  Approach the fly very slowly until you are within an arm’s length of it. Keep your arm still until you are in position, then move it as quickly as possible in one motion toward the fly to hit it. If you are approaching the fly from behind it, anticipate its quick forward motion by aiming your hand slightly (a few inches) in front of it for the slap. If you are coming at the fly from the front, arc your hand over and slightly behind the fly in case it flies backwards. Lift up one finger on your swatting hand using your other hand (the pointer or middle finger works best). Then position that hand flat on the surface that your fly is on, then release your finger to snap it down and hit the fly at a quick rate.  Move your hand very, very slowly until it is in position on the flat surface that the fly has already landed on. Make sure the finger you have pulled back is in perfect position over the fly before you release it. Because this method requires you to place your hand so close, it may not work with quickly-moving flies. Try it on flies that have slowed down due to age, colder weather, or time of day. Approach a fly slowly with two hands on either side of it, palms facing toward the fly. Then bring your palms quickly together as if you were clapping to trap the fly between them.  Aim a few inches above the fly when you bring your hands together to anticipate it escaping upward.  Use a variation of this method if you want to humanely capture a fly and release it outside without killing it. Instead of bringing your two palms together, make one of both of your hands into a cupped position before bringing them together to catch the fly in the space made between your hands.

TL;DR in English: Slap the fly with one hand. Propel one finger to hit the fly. Clap the fly between two hands.
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Images: In most Mac applications, you can select the picture you want to copy by clicking on it once.  Image Files: Select the file on your computer that you want to copy and paste, or you can select multiple files by holding down ⌘ to select a group of files.  The image or file will be copied to the Clipboard (a type of temporary storage) on your computer. Alternatively, ⌘+C. You can also right-click on the mouse or trackpad. If you don't have a right-click function, press Control + click on Mac, then click Copy in the pop-up menu. For files, click in the folder where you want to place them.  The image will be inserted into the document or field at the place where you put the cursor. Alternatively, ⌘+V. You can also right-click on the mouse or trackpad. If you don't have a right-click function, press Control + click on Mac, then click Paste in the pop-up menu.

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Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean shoes. Clean

Check the label to make sure it’s safe to machine wash your shoes. Use a scrub brush to brush away any visible clumps of dirt. Remove the laces and treat dirty sections with laundry detergent. Put the shoes into a mesh bag and wash them along with towels. Run a gentle cycle with cool water. Let the pair of shoes air dry. Reassemble the shoes once everything is completely dry.

First, place the seeds in a bowl or other container. Then, pour the 1 cup (240 ml) of water over the seeds. The type of water you use does not matter. For example, you can use tap water or di Fenugreek seeds are often eaten as a weight loss aid, as they are supposed to help digestion. You can leave the bowl of seeds out on the counter. It is a good idea to cover the bowl if you are worried about bugs or anything getting into the bowl throughout the night. Pour the soaked bowl of seeds, including the water, into a strainer. You can then put the seeds into a storage container or bowl if you soaked more than 1 serving (about 1 cup (240 ml). Place the leftover seeds in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 5 days. If you’re eating the seeds to aid weight loss, it is best to eat on an empty stomach first thing in the morning. Simply eat the seeds raw directly out of the bowl. Eating about 1 cup (240 ml) of seeds is recommended. Repeat soaking and eating the seeds on a daily basis in order to notice weight loss.

TL;DR in English: Pour warm water on 1 cup (240 ml) of fenugreek seeds. Allow the seeds to soak overnight. Filter out excess water from the seeds. Eat the seeds on an empty stomach to aid weight loss.
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Hold the bow in a vertical position using your non-dominant hand. With your dominant hand, form a loose ring with your thumb and both the middle and ring fingers. Note that your index and pinky fingers should naturally curve down toward your thumb, as well. Do not touch your thumb with those fingers, but keep them relaxed and perched in that curved position. With the bow hair facing you, gently open the ring you created so that you can slide the stick of the bow inside. The stick should rest on your thumb right at the point where the frog (the device where the bow hair is held and can be adjusted) meets the leather bow grip. Bring the index and ring fingers down over the opposite side of the frog. The pads of those fingers should rest directly on the frog.  Your index finger should rest around the stick at a finger's space away from the middle finger, and the pinky should curve and rest on top of the bow stick. You should gently hold the bow without gripping it. Your fingers should be curved in a natural, relaxed form, and your joints should not be stiff. Your palm should also remain soft. While playing, be sure that you keep your hands and joints free from tension. It should be a comfortable and relaxed grip. Your first and second finger joints should all be bent slightly, with no hyperextensions. Otherwise you will not have a lot of control and your strokes will be short.

TL;DR in English: Form a ring with your thumb and fingers. Place the bow into your curved hand. Let the remaining fingers fall into place. Avoid overextending and tensing your joints.
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An effective defense hinges on your ability to present evidence that casts doubt on whether you committed domestic violence on the day in question. This evidence can take many forms, but you will need to gather it soon after the incident.  If you were falsely accused of hitting someone, then take photographs of your hands as soon as possible. If there are no bruises, swelling, or scratches, then you have some proof that you never struck anyone.  You might want to get evidence that the alleged victim was drunk during the incident. This evidence would reduce that person’s credibility and provides a reason why he or she would lie to police. You should try to gather any evidence that can prove this: drunken text messages, receipts for alcohol purchases, video of the alleged victim.  If you are arrested, then you will need someone else to gather this information for you. Ask a trusted friend or relative. A good source of evidence are witnesses. Did someone see the fight between you and your family member? Can this person testify that you were actually the victim of the incident and not the perpetrator? If you can find witnesses, then take down their personal contact information, such as their phone number and email address. You also can have them write down a witness statement, explaining what they observed. Have the witness sign and date the statement. You need an experienced attorney if you hope to beat a domestic violence charge. You should not speak to the prosecutor or police without an attorney. Pool whatever available resources you can in order to hire a qualified private lawyer.  You may be offered a public defender or other court-appointed lawyer. These attorneys may not be able to devote sufficient time to your case. For this reason, you need to give serious consideration to hiring your own lawyer.  To find a qualified domestic violence lawyer, you can visit your state’s bar association website, which should run a referral service. Look for attorneys who specialize in domestic violence defense. In order...

TL;DR in English: Gather evidence from the incident. Find witnesses. Hire a lawyer. Pay your bond. Get an affidavit of non-prosecution. Look into a “plea in abeyance.
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Most sneakers can be cleaned in the washing machine, but it’s always a good idea to double-check beforehand. If the label says “hand wash only,” you may want to consider cleaning the shoes by hand. If your shoes don’t have a label, search the brand online to get cleaning recommendations. If your shoes have any leather or suede, it is not a good idea to machine wash them, as the water can damage those parts of the shoes. Preferably, do this over a trash can or outside to keep the dirt from getting all over your floor. If the dirt is wet, let it dry completely first. Dry dirt brushes away more easily than wet dirt does. Removing as much dirt as possible before washing the shoes will help them get cleaner in the washing machine. Check them out to see if there are any areas that are particularly dirty. If so, take a little bit of laundry detergent and use your fingers to rub it into the shoelaces. This pretreating will help the dirt come out more easily. Put the laces into their own small mesh bag to keep them from wrapping around other items when they’re in the wash. If you don’t have mesh laundry bags, you can buy them online or at department stores for about $10. Put the bag with your shoes in it, the one with the laces, and a load of towels into the washing machine. Washing the shoes along with towels keeps the shoes from banging around in the washing machine, which could potentially damage your shoes or the machine itself. Use the same amount of detergent you normally would, and avoid using hot water. Choose the gentle cycle if you have the option. Don’t overdo it on the detergent. Excess detergent can cause soap residue to build up on your shoes, making them stiff and possibly even staining them. You can put them in front of a dehumidifier, a fan, or an open window, but avoid putting them in front of any type of heat source or into the dryer. If the shoes have insoles, take them out and let them dry separately to speed up the process.  You might be tempted to toss your sneakers into the dryer so you can...

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Dress appropriately. Equip other useful gear. Take only what you can realistically use. Stay vigilant. Don’t leave behind a mess.

If you feel that your physique is small, there is a chance that you are actually underweight. The health dangers of being overweight are well-known, but there are also significant problems attached to being underweight. Evaluate whether you are underweight and consider steps to develop a healthier physique. This isn’t about becoming a bodybuilder, but is about being healthy and happy.  Use a BMI healthy weight calculator to assess your weight and size, like the one here. If you are underweight you may not be getting enough calories, which can leave you tired and lethargic. Being underweight can mean your body lacks the nutrients to develop fully. Your immune system will also suffer, making you more susceptible to illness. If you are underweight you should aim to gradually gain weight until you reach the recommended level for your age and height. This doesn’t mean eating a lot of fatty and sugar-filled foods to pile on the pounds. Doing this will increase your body fat, rather than your lean body mass. You should instead try to eat three meals a day, and three snacks a day, which are based on the principles of a healthy balanced diet.  High-energy foods are particularly effective if you are trying to gain weight. Try oatmeal with whole milk for breakfast, with smoothies for snacks. For lunch, a baked potato with tuna gives you lots of energy. Peanut butter on wheat toast is a great high-energy snack to have between meals if you want to put on some weight. Achieving a healthy weight and physique does not mean building enormous muscles. Having a toned, athletic, and flexible body will help you stay healthy. Try to couple strength exercises, such as push up, squats, and crunches, with exercises that improve your flexibility, such as yoga or pilates.  Remember: you should not try to emulate an idealised or unattainable physique. Think about how physically fit you feel, rather than what you look like. Exercising regularly will help keep your body healthy. Try to do some muscle-strengthening exercises twice a week.

TL;DR in English: Determine if you are underweight. Reach a healthy weight. Increase your strength and flexibility.
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Your mom may be hesitant to let you get your ears pierced, especially if she's stricter. However, the two of you may be able to compromise. If your mom says no for now, talk to her about a possible compromise.  If she has not provided it, ask your mom why she's saying, "No." Once you figure out the reason, try to think of a reasonable compromise. For example, say your mom is worried about cost. In this case, you could offer to pay for half the costs of the piercings with money from your paper route. If you mom is worried you're too young, see if she'd be willing to agree to let you get your ears pierced after your next birthday. If you're unable to compromise, accept no for an answer for the time being. If you maturely accept you mom's decision, this will reflect well on you. In the future, your mom may be inclined to let you have a bit more freedom regarding your personal choices.  You can end the conversation by saying something like, "I understand. You don't want me to get them pierced right now, and that's fine. Thank you for listening anyway." You should always leave these kinds of discussions on a good note. This will leave you and your mom feeling positive about what transpired. If it's a no for now, there's not much you can do. However, wait a few months and raise the issue again. If you've been responsible and respectful, your mom may have changed her decision. Ask just as respectfully the first time as you did the second time. Again, do not be surprised if the answer is still, "No." Be willing to accept this.

TL;DR in English: Look for a compromise. Accept a "No" at first. Try again in the future.
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Also known as the "watch me" command, the "listen" is one of the first commands you should teach your dog.  You'll use it to get your dog’s attention so you can give him the next command or direction. Some people just use their dog’s name instead of the "listen." This is especially useful if you have more than one dog. That way, each individual dog will know when you want it to focus on you. These may be dog treats you buy at the store, or hot dogs cut into small pieces. Choose a treat that you know your dog loves and will perform for. Don’t engage with him, though. If he reacts to your presence, stand still and look away until he loses interest. If you're using your dog's name instead of the "listen" or "watch me" commands, say his name instead. The tone and volume should be the same as if you were calling a person's name to get their attention. Save the big booming voice for “life saving” situations, like if he escapes his fence or leash. If you rarely raise your voice, you'll get your dog’s undivided attention when you do need to yell. But if you are always “loud” to your dog, they will ignore that sound and tune it out. Shouting will no longer be regarded as something that commands special attention. Dogs have excellent hearing — far better than ours. A fun twist on this command is to see how quietly you can whisper and have your dog respond. People will think you are the “dog whisperer” when you can get him to perform commands with hardly a whisper. As soon as your dog stops what he's doing and looks toward you, praise him and give him a treat. Make the click sound before giving praise or a treat if you're using clicker training. Remember that your response must be immediate. The faster you reward him, the better he'll understand the relationship between command, behavior, and reward. Once he's mastered the command, you shouldn't give him treats for performing it; however, you should still use your clicker or give verbal praise.  Weaning the dog off treats is important because he may start to expect...

TL;DR in English: Understand the purpose of the "listen" command. Prepare a handful of treats. Stand near your dog. Say "Listen" in a quiet but firm voice. Don't raise your voice to get his attention. Give an immediate reward for the desired response. Discontinue treats eventually.
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There’s a good chance that whatever you wear is going to get dirty or torn, so wear older garments that you don’t mind ruining. Comfortable clothing will allow you to move around freely, which can be helpful should you have to do any climbing or other maneuvering. It’s also a good idea to pull on a pair of thick-soled, closed-toed shoes or boots to protect your feet from sharp exposed edges.  Wear pants and tops with long sleeves to minimize your exposure to unsanitary messes.  If you’re going to actually enter the dumpster, wear sturdy fabrics like denim, nylon or leather and keep as much of your body covered as possible. Remove any accessories you don’t want to lose before you get inside. Feel free to bring along anything else that you think might come in handy, like a pair of thick gloves or a small stepping stool or milk crate to help you get up into the dumpster. Night dives should be accompanied by a flashlight or headlamp to make it easier to see. Don’t forget to also bring some kind of spacious container to stash your discoveries in.  A durable canvas laundry bag can make a great way to transport your finds back home. Use a long pole to poke around in the trash until something catches your attention. If you’re careful enough, there may be no need to get inside the receptacle at all. Flashlights may also be necessary during the daytime if the dumpster is especially deep or situated in the shade. While you may be tempted to bring back anything and everything of potential value from your dive, it’s best to limit your haul to the things you have a specific need for. Otherwise, useless items will just accumulate and eventually find their way into the trash again.  Organize your finds into a few separate piles: things you can use, things other people might be able to use and things you can sell.  If you don’t find anything worth keeping, cut your losses and move on to the next spot. As mentioned, dumpster diving is looked upon with notoriety. If you’re not paying attention, you may end up being surprised by...

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Don’t use the Windows XP CD. If you are using Windows XP, you should not use the Windows XP CD. If you are using Windows XP, you should not use the Windows XP CD. If you are using Windows XP, you should not use the Windows XP CD. If you are using Windows XP

Load the installer. Press ENTER to begin installation. Read the License Agreement. Select the partition you want to install on. Create a new partition. Select your new partition. Select "Format the Partition using the NTFS File System" and press ENTER. Wait for the format to complete. Wait for the Setup files to copy. Allow the computer to boot normally. Wait for the installation to proceed. Choose your language and region settings. Enter your Product Key. Set your computer’s name. Select your time zone. Choose your network settings. Wait for the installation to finalize.

If your friend has been saying or doing concerning things, let them know that you’ve noticed and that you’re worried about them. Avoid getting upset or emotional when you do this as it may cause them to feel worse. Just tell your friend what you are concerned about in a straightforward manner.  For example, you might say something like, “John, I’ve noticed that you stopped coming to game nights and that you are spending most of your time alone. I’m worried about you.” Some examples of concerning behavior may include withdrawing, acting sad, self-harming, using drugs, gambling, or having unsafe sex. It’s important not to put too much pressure on your friend to talk, but letting them know that you’re there for them if they need you can help to reassure them. Offer to help them in any way that you can. Try saying something like, “I’m here for you if you ever want to talk,” or, “Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.” to your friend if they want to talk with you. Give your friend your undivided attention if they want to talk, such as by putting away your phone and shutting off the TV or your computer. Face them and make eye contact with them. While your friend is talking, pay close attention to what they say and nod to show you are hearing them. You can also rephrase what they say now and then to show you’re paying attention. For example, you might say something like, “It sounds like you’re saying that you haven’t felt happy in a while. Is that right?” with your friend to gain insight into what they’re feeling. Empathy is a way of understanding other people’s feelings by putting yourself into their shoes. Try to imagine how you’d feel if you were going through what your friend has experienced or described. You might feel sad, angry, confused, lonely, or all of these things at once. Be sensitive to your friend’s emotions as you listen and respond to them. For example, if your friend shares with you that they have been feeling depressed since the death of a family pet, imagine how you might feel if your...

TL;DR in English: Tell your friend if you’re worried about them. Let your friend know that you are there for them if they need your help. Listen Empathize Tell your friend a story if something similar happened to you. Make suggestions only if your friend asks for your advice.
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Sports drinks, sodas, and flavored teas or lemonades are usually packed to the brim with HFCS. Be wary when choosing diet or “zero” drinks as well, since they often contain artificial sweeteners. If you must get your soda fix, buy drinks from bottlers who’ve chosen to use only natural cane sugar. Check the Passover section of your supermarket. Some soda companies produce a sugar/sucrose-based version of their products around Passover for Jews who are restricted by custom from eating corn during this time. HFCS is hidden throughout many different types of fast food to increase flavor. Aside from the obvious areas, like sweets, you’ll also find HFCS in burgers, chicken patties, and other surprising foods. Eat foods made from natural ingredients at home to control what goes into the final product. It’s good that you are trying to eat at home, but don’t make the mistake of taking the easy route with boxed meals. If HFCS is not in the main part of the meal, such as the pasta in boxed macaroni and cheese, then it is likely in the sauce packet. If you are looking for a meal shortcut without HFCS, buy precooked main dishes, like roasted chicken, from your local deli. Some granola bars actually have more sugar than their chocolate counterparts. Try replacing a sugar-filled cereal with steel-cut oatmeal instead.

TL;DR in English: Avoid canned or bottled beverages. Avoid fast food. Avoid boxed or prepackaged meals. Use caution when buying breakfast cereals and granola bars.
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Premenstrual symptoms (PMS) are caused by hormonal changes in your body and they typically occur in the days immediately before your period starts. Some girls experience severe premenstrual symptoms, while other girls do not notice any symptoms at all. The severity of your premenstrual symptoms might also change as you get older. There is no guarantee that you will experience any of these symptoms before your first period, but if you do experience them, there is a good chance that your period is coming! Many girls experience a soreness, tenderness, or swollen feeling in their breasts right before their periods. If you notice this, you should expect your period to come soon. Some girls also experience emotional changes in the days leading up to their periods. It is different for everyone, but you might feel unusually sad, angry, or irritable. These feelings will typically go away in a few days. Acne can occur at any time, so it is not necessarily a sign that your period is coming. However, if you notice a sudden increase in the amount of breakouts you have over a short period of time, it may mean that you will get your period in the next few days. You may experience cramping in your lower abdomen or lower back or a bloated feeling in your stomach right before and/or during your period. These symptoms can range from mild to severe, and they may not be the same every month.  If you experience severe cramps that interfere with your daily activities, you may want to treat them with an over-the-counter pain reliever. Exercise and heating pads can also help reduce your cramps. Talk to your doctor if the cramps are severe and not improved by taking over-the-counter medications.

TL;DR in English: Understand premenstrual symptoms. Be aware of breast tenderness. Watch out for moodiness. Look for acne. Notice cramps.
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Once your Boot Order is set, insert the Windows XP CD into your drive and Save and Exit from the BIOS. Your computer will reboot and you will be presented with the message: Press any key to boot from CD. Press any key on your keyboard to start the Setup program. Setup will load files necessary to begin the installation, which may take a few moments. Once the loading is complete, you will be taken to the Welcome screen. Once the loading is complete, you will be taken to the Welcome screen. You are given several options, but if you are installing or reinstalling Windows XP, you’ll want to press ENTER to start the installation configuration. This document tells you what you can and can’t do with Windows, and your rights as the consumer. After reading, press F8 indicating you agree to the terms. You will see a list of available partitions on your installed hard drives. If you are installing Windows XP on a new hard drive, you should see only one entry labeled "Unpartitioned space." If you have a previous version of Windows or Linux installed on your computer, you will potentially have multiple partitions.  Installing Windows XP will erase all of the data on the partition that you choose. Select a partition that is empty or that contains data that you do not care to lose. You can delete your partitions with the “D” key. This will return them to “Unpartitioned space”. Any data on the partition will be lost when it is deleted. Select the Unpartitioned space and press “C”. This will open a new screen where you can set the partition’s size from the available space. Enter the size in megabytes (MB) for the new partition and then press ENTER.  By default, the partition will be set to the maximum amount of available space. Unless you plan on creating multiple partitions, you can usually leave this at its default. Windows XP requires at least 1.5 gigabytes (1536 MB) for its installation files, but you will want more than this for programs, documents, downloads, and other files. 5 gigabytes (5120 MB) is a good baseline...

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Heat a skillet. Brush the parathas with more ghee. Cook the paratha until they're slightly brown.

The pain and other symptoms of spondylosis, whether acute or chronic, can be treated with home methods. Generally, the pain caused by spondylosis frequently improves after a few days. One good way to treat the pain is to use over-the-counter pain relievers.  Examples of OTC meds that help with this condition include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin (Bayer, Ecotrin), ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), and naproxen (Aleve).  Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is another medicine that may also be helpful as a pain reliever. Acetaminophen is a safer option for individuals with a history of asthma, high blood pressure, liver disease, heart disease, or stomach ulcers. Topical pain relievers can complement or be used an alternative to oral pain relievers. They can be administered in multiple ways, such as in creams, foams, gels, roll-ons, sprays, and sticks.  The most common ingredients found in this class of medication are:  Counterirritants. Examples of counterirritants include camphor, menthol, and methyl salicylate (oil of wintergreen). They work by creating a cooling or burning sensation that distracts an individual’s mind away from the pain. Popular brands include Bengay, IcyHot, and Tiger Balm. Capsaicin. Capsaicin is obtained from chili peppers and has been found to be very effective for topical pain relief. It causes a tingling or burning sensation upon the skin and may take several days before it actually relieves pain. Popular brands include Capzasin and Zostrix. Salicylates. Salicylates give aspirin its pain relieving qualities. They may be absorbed into the skin for local pain relief. A popular brand of topical salicylate is Aspercreme. There are several varieties of prescription-strength pain medications that your doctor may give you to treat the pain associated with this condition when non-prescription drugs are no longer sufficient. Your doctor may prescribe prescription-strength NSAIDs that will reduce any inflammation associated with spondylosis. Popular prescription NSAIDs include...

TL;DR in English: Try over-the-counter pain relievers. Use a topical pain reliever. Get a prescription medication. Try muscle relaxants. Talk to your doctor about a narcotic pain medicine. Ask about anti-seizure or antidepressant medications. Get an epidural steroid injection. Determine if you need surgery. Talk to your doctor about spinal decompression surgery.
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There are many online templates (for free or for purchase), as well as entire websites dedicated to creating restaurant menus. Even if you have a good sense of what you want, looking through different templates can inspire you or focus your design goals. Choose 1-2 templates that you really like.  If you have access to Microsoft word, Powerpoint, or any Adobe Suite programs, there are many menu templates in these formats available online. Websites like Canva and Must Have Menus offer some free templates, and others for a fee. Programs like iMenu offer drag-and-drop menu templates, but programs like this are not usually free. For a fancy restaurant, dark colors will convey a sense of seriousness and professionalism. At a casual restaurant, warm, muted colors will look appropriately inviting. At a restaurant with a young clientele or a zanier theme, bright colors will usually make the most sense. Unless you’re not happy with the interior design or plan on changing it, making the menus match (or at least complement) the restaurant itself is probably the safest bet. Your menu could be horizontal or vertical. It could be housed on a wooden clipboard, placed into a binder, presented as a placemat, or any number of other options.  A family diner might use a menu placemat. A brunch spot might use little wooden clipboards to present menus. An upscale bistro might have folding menus encased in clear binders. Once you have the look you want, look for a menu template online and plug all of your information in as-needed. Opt for a simple design of possible, and try 2 templates before sticking with one. Some other common things to keep in mind as you choose your template:  Keep your fonts simple. Don’t use more than 3 fonts on the menu. Check to see if any of the pages seems lopsided. Try to provide the same amount of information on each page. You can find menu templates on Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or online. If you have the means, hiring a professional designer can be a good option. A designer will be able to...

TL;DR in English: Browse menu templates to get ideas. Choose a color scheme that matches the style of the restaurant. Select a presentation style that fits with your restaurant’s concept. Use a menu template for an easier menu design. Consider hiring a graphic designer. Take pictures of the food yourself to create an appetizing menu. Forego food images to keep your menu simple.
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If you don't have Acrobat Reader, see Install Adobe Acrobat Reader to learn how to get it. It's the yellow marker icon in the top toolbar. To do this, click the mouse before the text you want to highlight, then drag it to select an entire section. The selected text will appear highlighted in yellow. If prompted, give the file a name and click Save. The next time you open the PDF, open the page thumbnails, scroll to the highlighted area, then click it. This will bring you directly to the page.  If you find it difficult to find the correct page and highlighted area, enlarge the thumbnails for a closer look. Remove unneeded highlights by right-clicking a highlighted area and selecting Delete.

TL;DR in English: Open the PDF in Acrobat Reader. Click the highlight tool. Highlight a string of text you want to bookmark. Click the disk button to save the document. Return to the bookmarked text.
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Set a nonstick skillet or tava on your stove. Turn the heat on to medium. Allow the skillet to fully heat before you add your paratha. Melt another 7 teaspoons (33 g) of ghee. Dip the pastry brush in the ghee and brush some over each paratha circle. Turn the parathas over and brush the other side with ghee. Place one paratha in the heated skillet or tava. Cook the paratha for about 5 to 10 seconds. Use tongs to carefully flip it over and cook it for 10 to 15 seconds on the other side. Keep turning and cooking the paratha until both sides are lightly golden brown. This should take less than a full minute for each paratha. Serve the lachha parathas while they're warm. Store leftover parathas at room temperature for up to one day. You could also store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.

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Use a clear voice. Listen in addition to speaking. Speak your mind without apology. Do not attack or threaten others. Express gratitude. Maintain eye contact.

Set your oven’s temperature to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (130 degrees Celsius), and let it heat fully so it’s warm enough to dry the pretzels. Next, place a wire cooling rack on a large baking sheet for the pretzels to dry on. Line the baking sheet with foil, parchment paper, or wax paper before placing the cooling rack on it. You’ll have less mess to clean up that way. Place 1 cup (175 g) of white melting chocolates or chips into a medium microwave-safe bowl. Heat the white chocolate on high in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval. Continue until the white chocolate is completely melted. You can melt the white chocolate in a double boiler if you prefer. Place ½ cup (125 g) of blueberry yogurt in one medium bowl and ½ cup (125 g) of vanilla yogurt in a separate bowl. Next, add a 2 ½ cups (312 g) of powdered sugar to each bowl, and mix until it’s fully incorporated into each yogurt flavor. You can use any flavors of yogurt that you like for the pretzels. If you prefer, you can also use 1 full cup (250 g) of a single flavor of yogurt and mix all of the powdered sugar into it. When the powdered sugar is fully mixed into each flavor of yogurt, add half of the melted white chocolate to the blueberry yogurt mixture and the other half to the vanilla yogurt mixture. Stir well until the white chocolate is fully incorporated into each mixture. When each flavor of the yogurt mixture is fully blended, coat 1 16 ounce (454 g) bag of miniature pretzels in the two flavors. Use a pair of tongs to dip the pretzels and lif them to set them on the cooling rack to dry. You can coat half of the pretzels in the blueberry flavored yogurt mixture and the other half in the vanilla, or break the flavors up to have more of your favorite. Once all of the pretzels are coated, shut off your oven. Set the baking sheet with the pretzels inside, and leave the door slightly open. Allow the pretzels to set for 3 to 4 hours before serving them. Store your leftover pretzels in an airtight container. They should stay fresh for 2 to 3 days.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven and set a cooling rack on a baking sheet. Melt the white chocolate in the microwave. Combine half of the powdered sugar with each yogurt flavor. Divide the white chocolate between the yogurt mixtures. Dip the pretzels into the yogurt mixture of your choice and set on the rack. Turn the oven off and place the baking sheet in the oven to dry the pretzels. Finished.
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In these scams, the scam artist poses as an employer, gains the trust of the person being scammed, and then obtains access to their bank account by either:  Asking for bank account information in order to make direct deposit payments. “Hiring” the person being scammed to deposit checks for them and then wire them the cash. The problem with this scam is that the original check provided by the “employer” is a fake one, and by the time the banks figure it out the person being scammed has already withdrawn and sent the cash, and so becomes responsible for paying back the bank while the fake employer gets away with the money. In some cases, a scam artist might send an email to you posing as an employer who found your resume online and who has a potential employment opportunity for you.  They’ll typically invite you to complete a fake online job application that asks for sensitive personal or financial information. They can then use this information to access your bank accounts or other personal accounts in order to get money from you. There are a huge number of scams that focus on convincing people that they need to provide some sort of sensitive personal information such as a driver’s license number, a PIN, passport information, bank account numbers, credit or debit card numbers, or social security numbers.  These scams will usually try to convince you that you need to provide this information in order to move forward with a job application or to access some service that you think you’re purchasing. Most legitimate businesses and employers will not ask for this type of information, and if they do, they’ll do it in a secure, documented, and traceable way. There are a number of websites that offer to help you file for unemployment benefits in exchange for a small service fee.  These sites are scams designed to take not only the money you pay them as a fee, but also to obtain important personal data such as your name, address, phone number, email, and other sensitive information that can then be used to access your...

TL;DR in English: Learn about payment transfer scams. Watch out for scams disguised as job invitations. Beware scams that ask for personal ID verification. Understand unemployment benefit scams. Beware scams that offer overseas job opportunities. Watch out for scams posing as the government.
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Oxford and Cambridge are great places to study and look very good on a CV. One in five member of the Parliament actually went to Oxbridge! In a few cases, you may wish to consider top universities overseas, or another university for a specialist degree (e.g. Mechanical Engineering). You might also want to study in another European country to enjoy other cultures or learn a language.  Make sure to visit Oxford and Cambridge. You can access the colleges and talk to the students. You can also contact the universities and colleges through their webpages or by phone. Don't send emails to the lecturers and professors. They don't deal with general queries and are already busy enough. If you haven't studied in the United Kingdom before, look at the criteria online or contact the admission teams. They have very specific criteria for each country on the planet. Your A-Levels will determine if you are admitted or not. As a teenager, you will be expected to work over 40 hours a week for some subjects, so make sure you are willing to dedicate yourself to the hard work.  Your A-Level results are extremely important. If you feel you will be able to achieve highly when taking more than three A-Level results, then feel free to do so. However, the number of results is far less important than the grades. It is better to do better with three A levels (at least AAA or higher, dependent on course and university), than to do less well with four or more. Most Admissions Tutors will agree with this. It is not mandatory to disclaim your GCSE grades but they are often used to distinguish between entrants due to the high number of A's achieved at A level. As they are not mandatory, there is officially no level to reach. In practice, the better they are, the more likely you are to be accepted. Your choice of A-Levels needs to reflect your desire to study a discipline. You cannot study medicine if you never had an interest in science. It’s always a good idea to check in advance what is needed in your aspiring field. It's also a great idea...

TL;DR in English: Decide if Oxbridge is right for you. Decide if you are willing to commit yourself early. Decide what you want to study at University. Consider rounding out your application with extracurricular activities.
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Fumbling over your words, or speaking too soft or loud, makes you look uncontrolled. Conversely, a clear and controlled voice can exude confidence. Try to speak in a manner that allows others to easily understand your words.  Use a clear voice both in work settings and personal conversations in order to appear confident. Stay aware of your tone when you talk so you avoid whispering or stammering. If you're nervous by nature, it can take some practice to get the right speaking tone. Try practicing speaking in front of a mirror. You can also record yourself talking and play it back to yourself to see if your tone is clear and easily understandable. Being confident does not mean being loud or argumentative. Confident people are secure enough in themselves and their opinions that they don't feel the need to dominate the conversations. Always give others a chance to speak. Allowing someone to politely disagree with you actually makes you look more confident.  Strive to allow others to talk at least as much as you do. After you finish a sentence or make a point, pause to allow the other person to respond. Show that you're listening as well. Use non-verbal cues, such as nodding and smiling when appropriate, to demonstrate you're paying attention to the other person. Oftentimes, people who are nervous by nature have a tendency to either avoid or diminish expressing their opinion. You may, for example, not speak up when you disagree, or begin by saying, "I'm sorry to disagree, but..." Work on simply speaking your mind. You do not have to be rude or aggressive, but be comfortable sharing your thoughts without filter.  Instead of apologizing when sharing your convictions, get straight to the point. Say something like, "Actually, I see the situation differently" and then proceed to explain. It's okay to appear passionate. Having strong passions is a form of confidence. Being aggressive and being confident are two different things. If you get angry or hostile when others challenge you, this makes you look insecure in...

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Commit to yoga, mind and body. Focus on meditation. Try fasting.

When you start working on your index, you may want to use printed proof pages, or work directly from the computer screen. A searchable PDF will help you find the words you're indexing without disturbing the text. Typically, if you index from a hard copy you'll have to transfer your work to a digital file. If the work is particularly long, try to work straight from the computer so you can skip this extra step. Generally speaking, you'll want to index the entire text of your work, including the introduction and any footnotes or endnotes that expand on the content of the text. Typically, indexed items are nouns, like ideas, concepts, and things, that contribute to the subject of the text.  If footnotes or endnotes are merely source citations, they don't need to be included in the index. Generally, you don't need to index glossaries, bibliographies, acknowledgements, or illustrative items such as charts and graphs. If you're not sure whether something should be indexed, ask yourself if it contributes something substantial to the text. If it doesn't, it typically doesn't need to be indexed. Some publishers may require you to index any authors cited, either in text or footnotes. This may require a separate index, or they may be included in your general index. Check with your advisor or editor if you're not sure. In most cases, if you have a "works cited" section appearing at the end of your text you won't need to index authors. You would still include their names in the general index, however, if you discussed them in the text rather than simply citing their work. As you read through your work, make a list of the keywords or main concepts discussed in the text. Many of these you may already know off the top of your head. Creating an index card for each individual entry can help you sort and organize the entries before typing them up.  For example, if you're writing a book on bicycle maintenance, you might have index cards for "gears," "wheels," and "chain." Put yourself in your reader's shoes, and ask yourself why...

TL;DR in English: Choose your indexing source. Decide what needs to be indexed. List cited authors if necessary. Create index cards for entries if you’re indexing by hand. Use nouns for the main headings of entries. Include subentries for entries with 5 or more pointers. Identify potential cross references.
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Sit down with every member of your household and go over your finances. How you resolve and differences in your approach to money will have a profound effect on your relationship's chances of succeeding. Now is the perfect time to set an example for your children, and show them how a family can pull together during tough times and everyone can chip in. . There are many ways to cut expenses during a recession. In many cases, you can maintain your same quality of life while focusing on living lean and cutting out extravagant and unnecessary expenses.  Cut discretionary spending. Buy nothing if you don't need it to live. Resist sales pitches. Don't even think about using that new credit card offer in the mail, even if it does have a low APR and no payments for two years, you should evaluate it carefully.  Transportation: Carpool as much as you can. Consider commuting by bicycle or even living without a car. But if that's not practical, look for ways to save money on gas. Housing: Get a roommate or consider relocating to an area with a lower cost of living. Maybe you can move in with family members until the economic downturn blows over. Keeping the peace in a multigenerational household isn't always easy, but it has its own rewards.  Food: Stop going out to eat; instead, try to cook at home from scratch more often. Consider the benefits of the slow food movement. If you don't have enough time to cook, try doing it just once a month. Find good deals at a local farmers' market. If you have a job, be an amazing employee. Now is not the time to slack. Show up early, stay late, and volunteer for projects. Pick up the slack for other workers; it's what will happen when people get laid off, anyway, so now is the time to prove yourself. Look for ways to save your employer money, especially if you see your employer doing little things to that effect, like encouraging employees to turn of their computers. Try to quantify your efforts in terms of how you've raised profits and cut costs. Start networking so that in case you...

TL;DR in English: Talk it over. Reduce expenses Keep the money flowing in. Keep saving. Enjoy life.
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Exfoliating prior to shaving and after should become integral to your shaving routine. The first step aligns the hairs and gets rid of dead skin cells to get a smoother more even cut and the second time around wipes away all the up-churned bacteria and skin that can clog otherwise clean pores. So if you have razor bumps already, exfoliating will force away the very top layer of dead skin cells, in time exposing the hair that is curled up underneath. The more you exfoliate, the quicker this process will go. Every time you shave, you should finish off with a moisturizer. Aloe vera, baby oil, or any non-scented, non-perfumed lotion will do. But to treat razor bumps, consider also using a razor bump cream or other, anti-inflammatory cream. Hydrocortisone creams, retin-A creams, and products like Neosporin will reduce redness and itch. Products with salicylic acid or glycolic acid (for in razor bump creams) will eliminate the top layer of skin, to get rid of the ingrown hair. ). Some people have very sensitive skin, especially around their pubic area. To avoid the razor but still be hairless, switch to waxing. However, know that waxing can lead to histamine reactions and ingrown hairs, too -- so take the pain with a grain of salt. The other option is not to shave. Yeah, yeah, yeah, not an option. But really, would you rather have some hair growing in or little red bumps? Because right now it's one or the other. Try skipping a few days between shaves if you shave often. You'll live. You want to avoid as many possible irritants as possible when you've got a case of the bumps, and tight clothing is at the top of that list. Wearing tight undies doesn't let your skin breathe and as a result, the skin clogs, bacteria gets trapped, and the problems get worse. No thank you! Go for loose clothing if you can, too. The bumps around your thighs won't benefit from tight jeans or leggings. If anyone asks why you're wearing sweats, well, for starters it's none of their business. But you can tell them you're running a wikiHow...

TL;DR in English: Exfoliate all the time. Use creams and lotions to fight the redness and itch. Change to waxing (or don't shave! Wear loose underwear. Whip up a home remedy.
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Most people who do yoga use it for physical exercise. There’s nothing wrong with this approach, but it leaves out yoga’s traditional mental and spiritual sides. If you are serious about being a yogi, learn more about the whole experience.  Total yoga is “a system for relieving suffering of the mind.” Traditionally, yogis held that people suffer because of their egos, which strive for control.  By teaching us how to calm the mind and quell the ego, yoga lets us live as we truly are and in harmony with the surrounding world. If you are interested in the inner secrets of yoga, consider reading classical texts like the Yoga Sutra or the Bhagavad Gita or modern takes like Yoga: the Greater Tradition. One thing that you can do to connect to yoga’s spiritual side is to meditate. Meditation is a mix of concentration and breathing that, if done right, can help you to reach a different state of consciousness, where the mind is alert, relaxed, and directed inward.  As part of yoga, meditation can reduce stress, lessen pain, and help you manage anxiety. But meditation can also open your mind. Try to find a quiet spot and sit comfortably, with your spine erect. Close your eyes and take deep breaths. Focus on your breathing, in and out, and let your attention rest on the rhythm. It is OK if your mind wanders, but always bring it back to your breathing.  Don’t expect to “get” anything out of meditation or to feel better or worse. The point is precisely the opposite – to free you from worldly anxieties and concerns. Also, don’t worry that you are doing it wrong – there is no “wrong way” to meditate! You may have heard that fasting is good for you physically. Many people believe that it allows your body to “detox” and somehow expel harmful toxins. While the evidence for this is spotty, fasting is practiced in yoga and other spiritual traditions to help develop willpower and focus the mind. Trying it might help you to reach a higher level in your journey.  The idea behind spiritual fasting is not just to skip a few meals, but...

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Be subtle with your shadows. Layer multiple shadows for a more natural effect. Change the offset so that the shadow is directly below the object. Adjust your shadows accordingly when objects overlap.

You want a spot that has soft dirt so you can dig holes in it. Keep in mind that if you build your wrestling ring over grass, the grass underneath the ring will likely turn yellow or die. The size of your wrestling ring is up to you, but try to keep it between 8 feet (2.4 m) by 8 feet (2.4 m) and 16 feet (4.9 m) by 16 feet (4.9 m). Mark the corners of the square with stakes and use a tape measure to make sure they’re evenly spaced apart. Make the holes wide enough for the wooden posts to fit in them. When you’re finished, make sure the distance between the holes is the same so your ring isn’t lopsided. Insert the bottoms of the posts in the holes so they’re standing up straight. Then, hold a level flat against the posts to make sure they’re not tilted. Once you’re sure they’re straight, fill in the holes with dirt and pack them down so the posts are secure. These pieces of wood will run between the wooden posts to create the frame for your wrestling ring. The length of the pieces will depend on how big your ring is. To determine the length, measure the distance between 2 of your posts and add 12 inches (30 cm).  The extra 12 inches (30 cm) is so the pieces of wood extend over the sides of the posts (each post is 6 inches (15 cm) wide). You may need to cut the wooden pieces down to size, depending on the size of your ring. Set the pieces of wood on their side on the ground so they’re flush with the bases of the wooden posts. Line the ends of the pieces of wood up with the corners of the posts. Then, use a drill or hammer to fasten the ends of the wood to the posts. When you’re finished, the pieces of wood should make a square frame around your wrestling ring, with the posts in the corners.

TL;DR in English: Find a flat patch of ground for your wrestling ring. Measure and mark a square where your ring will go. Dig a 2 foot (0.61 m) deep hole in each corner of the square. Bury the bottoms of the posts in the holes. Buy four 2 inch (5.1 cm) tall by 8 inch (20 cm) wide pieces of wood. Drill or hammer the pieces of wood into the posts.
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If there was no way for you to complete your assignment without the materials you left at school, try to go in early the next morning. If your school offers early morning study hall (or a breakfast period), you can easily get there early and work in the morning. If you need to get into your classroom, you can email your teacher to see if they can let you in early. If you are not able to go into school early (or if you do not finish your assignment during that time), you can work during any downtime you have during the day. If a teacher gives you time in class to work on something, you can work on the homework from last night instead. You can work during any free period, recess, or lunch in order to get the assignment done. If you were not able to get the assignment done during your school day, you may still be able to turn it in without getting a late grade. Talk to you teacher and find out if you can stay after school for a little bit to finish the assignment. It is likely that your teacher will need to stay for a little while anyway, and they may respect your initiative to get the late assignment complete as soon as possible. A similar option is to email the assignment to your teacher. Sometimes if you can get it to your teacher the same day it is due (even in a digital format), your teacher will not mark the assignment late. Talk to your teacher and find out if this is an option for you. Then complete the assignment as soon as you get home.  If you have multiple email accounts, use the one associated with your school. Once again, use proper grammar, complete sentences, and good etiquette when you communicate with your teacher via email. If all else fails, talk to your teacher about getting an extension. Explain what happened, describe all the methods you tried in order to get this assignment done, and ask for permission to turn it in late. Keep in mind that if this happens more than once, your teacher may be less likely to give you an extension.

TL;DR in English: Go to school early the next day to try to finish it before class. Work during any free periods if you need to. Stay after school so you can turn the assignment in that day. Email it to your teacher if allowed. Get an extension if necessary.
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Botulism poisons the duck, causing what's sometimes known as "Limberneck Disease." It causes paralysis, starting with the duck having trouble taking off or going under the water. The duck's legs will be paralyzed, and you may see the duck trying to move only with its wings. The duck's eyelids and neck will droop. The paralysis may also be accompanied by diarrhea. Once you realize a duck is sick, move it away from the area where it was infected. You should provide some basic shelter for the duck. Leaving the duck where it is means the duck will continue to be infected with the bacterium. You have to move it away from the source if it's going to recover. However, not all ducks will recover. Only a duck that didn't get a lethal dose of the bacterium will be able to recover. When you first notice the symptoms, it's important to provide fresh water for that duck. The water may help flush out the bacterium.  If the duck won't drink, use a syringe to give the duck fresh water. The two main antitoxins are Trivalent (A, B, E) Botulinum Antitoxin and Heptavalent (A, B, C, D, E, F, G) Botulinum Antitoxin. You can get the first from the CDC (your local office), and you will likely need to get the second through a vet, who will get it from the CDC. The second is recommended for more types of botulism.  Ducks are most often affected by Type C Botulism, which generally doesn't cause problems for people, dogs, or cats. Sometimes, they are affected by Type E Botulism.  Generally, this treatment is not used. It's not very practical, as it must be given early on, when symptoms aren't as obvious. Botulism can sometimes be caused by a wound that lets the bacterium into the blood. If your duck has wounds, you should have a vet look at them, as they may need to be treated surgically. Most ducks who are going to recover from botulism will do so withing 2 days. If your duck makes it that long, it will likely be fine.

TL;DR in English: Watch for the symptoms. Move the duck. Provide plenty of fresh water. Give an antitoxin. Treat wounds. Wait 2 days.
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Drop shadows exist to give the illusion of depth to 2D objects. If the shadow is too pronounced, it will draw attention to itself and shatter the illusion. Shoot for an Opacity setting of 30-40% for a subtle and effective shadow. You can apply multiple shadow effects to give your shadows more depth. For example, you might have an object with text underneath it. Adding another faint shadow between the object and the text can help connect them in the viewer's eye. This is especially useful if you have multiple similar elements on the same page, such as buttons with labels underneath each one. The default settings for the shadow offset will display the shadow to the bottom-right of the object. A more natural and pleasing look, especially for web design, it to have the "light source" directly above the object so that the shadow only appears along the bottom edge. This will give your designs more balance. To do this, set the "Offset X" value to "0", and use the "Offset Y" value to set how deep the shadow is. Shadows exist to help the viewer determine depth. If you have multiple objects overlapping, and they all have the same drop shadow settings, your design will be hard to interpret. Overlapping elements should have smaller shadows, so that they don't appear to float high above the object below. Make all of your shadows sizes relative to the total height from the top overlapping object to the base.  For example, if the topmost object has a shadow that is 20 px on the base of the image, an object that is tucked underneath it should have a smaller shadow where it intersects the topmost object, maybe 10 px. Give higher objects a lighter shadow. As you build your drop shadows for multiple objects, your "higher" objects should have slightly lighter shadows, while objects that are "closer" to the canvas should have darker shadows. This will help differentiate between the different heights. Increase the blur radius for higher objects to make the shadows softer as well.

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Eat more, and more often. Eat before bed. Stay warm and calm. Keep track of what you eat.

Once you've developed an understanding of the types of writing and the skills necessary to write online, start looking for some freelance opportunities and open calls for content. Most big cities that update regularly don't have a paid staff of writers. Rather, they contract out the content to freelancers, who are paid by the article, or as per some other arrangement. Whatever your niche interest, there are probably venues within that niche that hire freelance writers regularly. There are lots of databases of freelance job listings, one of which can be found here.   If you're searching around on Craigslist, try looking for telecommuting opportunities in major metropolitan areas. Lots of online writing gigs are listed in the Bay Area, though lots of content will have no connection to that geography. You can do the job just as well from Iowa or Indonesia as from Brooklyn or SF. There are also freelance agencies that serve small businesses, hiring out content and finding work for you. Digital Sherpa, Content Launch, and Zerys are examples of agencies that will hire you to write content for other sites on a rolling basis.  Many jobs that involve lots of writing online aren't necessarily titled "Writing Position." Look for subtler buzzwords, like "content" and "copy." Lots of Internet start-ups will use the jargon of the start-up, but the job will essentially revolve around writing tasks. Content farms will offer a small amount of money for a huge amount of writing expected from you in a very short amount of time. These kinds of jobs won't provide you any good copy to use on a resume, because content farms are completely devoted to producing exponentially increasing numbers of low-quality content, basically as a way of having something to slap ads on to. If you've ever wound up on a page with more ads than writing, or on a mis-spelled domain page, you've seen one of these sites. These sites pay writers next to nothing, have no content standards, and lower the standards of online discourse considerably. Avoid them....

TL;DR in English: Find a variety of freelance content jobs. Avoid content farms. Prepare a portfolio of your best work. Advertise your skills online. Submit to publications that pay contributors. Look for editorial or content positions with online publications or businesses.
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eck out your front yard for the holiday.  Use your trees, porch, driveway and windows to lend some Christmas spirit to the neighborhood. .  You can choreograph them along to one song, or a whole playlist of holiday tunes!  (Just be aware of your city's noise ordinances before you begin.)

TL;DR in English: . Make your outdoor Christmas lights flash to music
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Suspenders go across the corners of the fitted sheet. Suspenders can have metal clips or plastic locking mechanisms, where a knob fits into place on the other side. Lock them into place on the corners, about 6 inches (15 cm) out on either side of the corner seam. Put the sheet on the bed, tucking the suspenders under the mattress. Cut a short length of elastic. Use elastic that's 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide or so. A length of about 6 inches (15 cm) should be fine. Stretch out the corner of the sheet so you have about 6 inches (15 cm) of straight (not ruffled) sheet on either side of the seam at 1 corner. Mark the length on the sheet with a small safety pin on each end. Pin the ends of the elastic at each marker. The elastic should draw the corner of each sheet together. Repeat for each corner, and then place the sheet on the bed. You can also sew these in place if you prefer.

TL;DR in English: Use suspenders to hold the corners in place. Cut elastic to create your own suspenders. Mark the place you'll pin the elastic on either side of the corner seam. Use safety pins to attach the elastic to the fitted sheet.
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The first step toward eating 9,000 calories a day is eating more often than most people do and finding ways to increase the amount of healthy food you can take in per meal.  Don't let more than four hours go by without eating a meal (unless you are sleeping).  Eating often will provide you with an opportunity to increase your caloric intake. Drink healthy beverages that have a high caloric content between and with your meals.  Fruit juices like apple juice, orange juice, cranberry juice, and grape juice are high in calories and nutrients. Buy bigger plates so meals seem smaller.  Silly as it may seem, bigger plates can make it easier to add more food to your plate (and your diet) without it seeming like too much. Sleep is when your body does most of its healing and repairing of bodily tissues, so eating right before bed will ensure your body has fresh nutrients available to maximize tissue production.  Your metabolism doesn't actually slow down while you're sleeping, but your body is much less active.  A meal before you go to sleep will ensure you use as many calories as you can out of your late night snacks for recovery and regeneration. Lost body heat is one of the biggest energy drains the human body endures regardless of activity level.  Adopting a 9,000 calorie daily diet means you're burning at least that many through your metabolism and training, so don't waste some of them on just keeping warm.  When you're cold, your body burns calories to create body heat.  Avoid the caloric cost keeping you warm by staying that way to begin with.  Stay warm to inhibit the production of thyroid hormones.  Thyroid hormones aid in uncoupling proteins to create body heat and are also known as one of the stronger metabolism regulating hormones.  Stress also increases your metabolism.  Stress can release adrenaline and thyroxine which both can speed up your metabolism.  Reducing stress will limit your body's production and release of these chemicals. In order to make sure you're taking in as many calories as possible in...

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Shampoo the wig. Apply conditioner to the tips of the wig. Pat the hair dry with a towel. Let the wig dry.

Active compounds found in tea are a natural alternative to harsh chemicals commonly found in store-bought dish soaps. Help degrease especially problematic dirty dishes by adding old teabags to a sink full of warm water and soaking them for a while before trying your hand at scrubbing them again. Set two or three used teabags in your toilet and let them sit for several minutes. Flush the toilet, then scrub the bottom of the bowl to help remove pesky stains at the bottom. Be careful, though—leaving the tea in the toilet for too long can actually cause more staining due to the tannins, so it might be better to use a lighter-colored tea for this purpose. Wipe your mirrors down with wet used teabags and then buff them dry with a soft cloth. The natural, active compounds in the tea help to break down scum, and making sure to dry the mirror in circular motions will help you achieve a streak-free shine. Split open your used teabags and wait for the tea leaves to become mostly dry. Then, sprinkle them all over your carpet or rug and wait until they are completely dry. Vacuum up the tea leaves, and not only will you have a cleaner carpet but your vacuum cleaner will smell better, too!

TL;DR in English: Degrease stubborn dishes. Clean the very bottom of the toilet bowl. Shine your mirrors. Clean your carpet or rug.
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Few people achieve this quickly, it takes practice, from days and weeks to even months and a year. Stop doing the splits if you feel a lot of pain. You know your own limits, so don't go over them. Also, do it slow. If you are pushing yourself, your legs might hurt. Soon enough, you'll be doing flat box splits at your own pace.

TL;DR in English: Allow plenty of time to learn this. Repeat the warm-up and splits practice every day.
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Holding hands, putting your arm around your partner while walking, or even just sitting beside one another are all ways to show affection without being overly physical. Affection doesn’t necessarily have to be sexual in nature. Simple displays of affection and making sure to touch one another often are great ways to bring you closer. Try watching a movie together while cuddling on the couch. Even simply cuddling and being physically close to each other can make you feel closer on an emotional level. If you’re parents, or work often, you might find that your time and energy for intimacy are often limited. It’s not a bad thing to set aside time to be physically intimate with one another. However, it’s still important to be spontaneous and passionate now and then just to keep things interesting! If you don’t want to “schedule” your intimacy, just focus on making it a priority that you both can keep. While physical intimacy is important, it’s important to talk things out with your partner and respect their needs and desires. For example, before you push more frequent physical intimacy on them, have a discussion about it. Ask them if they think you both could benefit from being physically closer. Ask them how they think you should go about being more affectionate with one another, and what they’d be comfortable with. Not only will you be respecting them and their boundaries, you’ll also be having meaningful discussions about your relationship. It’s important to respect your partner’s feelings, as well. If they happen to be dealing with something in their lives and are having a hard time, for example, it might not be the best time to bring up physical intimacy. Reassure them that you are there for them, regardless of your physical relationship. If you are having trouble with physical intimacy that you can’t seem to get past on your own, it might be a good idea to talk to a therapist who specializes in helping couples overcome these kinds of struggles. Problems with sexual intimacy often stem from emotional issues...

TL;DR in English: Be affectionate. Make time for intimacy. Respect your partner. Seek the help of a sex therapist. Give it time.
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Use a color-safe shampoo or a special wig shampoo. Place the wig under a tap with warm water to get rid of any excess dye before lathering the wig with shampoo. Rinse out the shampoo when you are done. This will give extra shine to your wig. Avoid using any conditioner near the roots of your wig or else the hair might fall out. Rinse out the conditioner with cool or lukewarm water. Gently squeeze the wig with the towel to remove excess water. Place it back on the wig stand to dry. You can let it air dry or you can use a hair dryer on a low setting. If you are air drying the wig, leave it on the stand until it is completely dry. If you are blow drying it, run the hair dryer up and down through your hair. Make sure that the wig does not overheat.

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Make sure to keep your hips and shoulders straight. Make sure to keep your arms and legs straight. Make sure to keep your back straight. Make sure to keep your shoulders straight. Make sure to keep your back straight. Make sure to keep your arms straight. Make sure to keep your back straight. Make sure to keep

Make sure your form is correct. Breathe correctly. Start out easy. Add more push ups. Be consistent with your routine.

Water marbling is a creative technique that uses water and a variety of colors for a unique look. a basecoat and two or three colors that blend well together, like light blue, yellow,shallow, wide-mouthed cup or bowl filled almost to the brim with room temperature water and petroleum jelly. Finish with a clear topcoat.

TL;DR in English: Gather your supplies. Get the materials ready: Allow the design to dry completely.
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Choose a vine with slipping bark, then cut away the top of the vine with a saw.  This method is also among the simplest grafting methods for grape vines, but it tends to be slightly less particular and slightly less successful than cleft grafting. Bark slipping occurs when the bark actually begins to separate and peel away from the wood of the vine. Ideally, you should wait until all of the bark on a vine begins to split before trying to use this grafting method. You only need to cut 4 inches (10 cm) or so from the top of the vine. You can cut more if you desire a shorter head height, though. Select a dormant scion and slice off a portion of bark and wood along the bottom half of the shoot using a sharp, clean blade.  This cut should be about 2 inches (4 cm) long and should be straight yet slanted. For best results, position this cut on the opposite side of the bud.  Make a secondary cut on the opposite (bud) side of the scion. This cut should be similar in shape but only one-third the length of the primary cut. Use the same blade to cut into the side of the rootstock, near the cut top. The portion you cut away should match the shape and size of the portion removed from the scion.  Remove the loose outer bark from the intended grafting location. Hold the cut edge of the scion against the intended grafting location on the stock. Cut a slit into the bark on both sides. The slit should be as wide as the diameter of the scion and as deep as the full scion length. Slip the cut surface of the scion into the newly cut wedge of in the rootstock.  You may need to use a flat screwdriver to help you peel away the flap of bark on the stock. Roughly one-third to one-half of this flap should be removed before you place the scion into the wedge. The long side of the scion should be placed against the trunk of the stock. Wrap the grafted vines together with a durable rubber band or heavy-duty tape. Seal the entire exposed area with grafting compound. For additional security, hold the graft together with 1-inch (2.5-cm) long...

TL;DR in English: Remove the top of the vine. Cut a pattern into the basal end of the scion. Make a matching cut in the stock. Insert the scion into the cut. Seal the grafted area.
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Once you've calculated the total return (as above), plug the result into this equation: Annualized Return=(1+ Return)1/N-1 The outcome of this equation will be a number that corresponds to your return each year over the full span of time.  In the exponent (the little number outside the parentheses), the “1” represents the unit we are measuring, which is 1 year. If you wish to be more specific, you could use “365” to capture a daily return. The “N” represents the number of periods that we are measuring. So, if you are measuring your return over 7 years, you would use the number 7 in the place of "N." For example, suppose that over a seven-year period, your portfolio grew in value from $1,000 to $2,500. First, calculate your overall return: (2,500-1,000)/1000 = 1.50 (a return of 150%). Next, calculate your annualized return: (1 + 1.50)1/7-1 = 0.1399=13.99% annual return. That's all there is to it! Use the ordinary mathematical order of operations: do the operations inside the parentheses first, then apply the exponent, then do the subtraction. Now, let's say that you want to find semiannual returns (returns occurring twice a year, every six months) over the course of this seven-year period.  The formula stays the same; you only need to adjust the number of periods that you are measuring. Your final result will be a semiannual return.  In this case, you will have 14 semiannual periods, two per year over the course of seven years. First, calculate your overall return: (2,500-1,000)/1000 = 1.50 (a return of 150%). Next, calculate your annualized return: (1 + 1.50)1/14-1 = 6.76%. You can convert this into an annual return by simply multiplying by 2: 6.76% x 2 = 13.52%. You can also calculate the annualized equivalent of shorter returns. For example, imagine you only had a six-month return and wanted to know its annualized equivalent. Once again, the formula stays the same.  Suppose over a six-month period, your portfolio increases in value from $1,000 to $1,050. Start by calculating your overall return:...

TL;DR in English: Calculate your annualized return. Calculate semi-annual returns. Calculate an annualized equivalent.
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When performing the push up, your lower back must be straight, i.e., not sagging or arching, and your feet must be shoulder width apart. Your elbows should be tucked close to your body, i.e., at a 20 to 40 degree angle from your abdomen. As you go down, make sure your chest gets as close to the floor as possible.  Make sure to tighten your abdomen, legs, and buttocks. This will prevent your back from arching and sagging. Try not to let your hips touch the floor. They should be on the same level as your shoulders. When you are performing the push up, make sure to inhale as you go down. Then exhale as you go back up. If it is hard for you to remember to breathe, then count out loud as you do your push ups. The act of talking will force you to breathe as you do your push ups. Start out by doing as many push ups as you comfortably can. This is called a set. Then do two more sets. Make sure to rest for 60 seconds or more in between sets. Practice this three to four times a week, or every other day until you are comfortable.  For example, if you can only do seven full push ups, then start out by doing three sets of seven push ups every other day until you are comfortable. Once you can comfortably do your normal number of push ups, add three to five more push ups. Adding more push ups will challenge your muscles, enabling you to build more muscle. Make sure to stick to your routine. If you find it hard to stick to a routine, then ask a friend to join you. Alternatively, you can hire a personal trainer to keep you on track as you strive for your goal.   For example, if you have been doing push ups three days a week, then do not throw off your routine by reducing it to twice a week. Depending on the intensity of your routine, you may see results in one to two months.

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Heat a gas grill to medium-high heat. Add the steaks to the grill and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they're golden brown. Remove from the grill and let them cool.

TL;DR in English: Heat a charcoal grill to medium-high heat. Add the steaks to the

Mix your marinade. Soak your steaks before cooking. Heat your grill. Add your steaks. Remove when done.

If you have been editing a file in Google Docs but want to make future edits in Word, the process is simple. You just need to download the Google Docs file as a Word “.docx” file  If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. If you are using the Google Docs app on your mobile device, open the document there. You’ll see some different saving options. In the Google Docs app on your mobile device, tap the ⋮ icon and select “Share & Export”. When prompted, chose a save location you will remember. In the mobile app, select “Save as Word.” You can use Word on your computer or mobile device. If you use Word Online, you will need to upload the document to OneDrive before editing. Log in at http://www.onedrive.com and click “Upload,” then “Files” to find the document to upload. The document you saved from Google Docs is now open in Word.  In Word Online, click “Open from OneDrive” to find your file. In the Word mobile app, tap the folder icon, then select the file.

TL;DR in English: Open your document in Google Docs. Click “File,” then navigate to “Download as…”. Choose “Microsoft Word”. Open Microsoft Word. Press Ctrl+O (Windows) or ⌘ Command+O (Mac), then double-click the document you wish to open.
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If we recognize we are to blame, we may feel guilt and a need for forgiveness. When you think of memories, they may create these uncomfortable feelings. To identify why it is you may feeling like this, ask yourself:  Am I feeling this way because of the outcome of what I did makes me feel bad? Am I feeling this way because I am to blame for a bad outcome? Everyone fails at something at one point in her life or other. Do not think that failing at something - whether it be a job or relationship - makes you a bad person. As Bill Gates said: “It is fine to celebrate success, but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”  Learning from one’s mistakes is a step of forgiving oneself. To really forgive yourself, do not be afraid to start from scratch. Learning to forgive yourself is not just learning to live with the past. It is learning from that experience. Take what you have learned and apply it to building a better you. One way to move forward with yourself is to adapt from what you have learned.   Set goals yourself for the future that help to promote a better and stronger mindset. This look into the future may help your forgive yourself in the present by focusing on the positive changes you are able to make.   Whenever you feel guilt, follow the words of Les Brown, "Forgive yourself for your faults and mistakes and move on." This will help you whenever you make a mistake.

TL;DR in English: Diagnose why you need to forgive yourself. Accept that failures do not make you a bad person. Do not be afraid to start anew. Adapt a new mindset by learning from past mistakes.
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A popular way to use kief is to add a small amount, like ¼ gram, to a cup of hot coffee or tea. The heat activates the cannabinoids, producing a strong and long-lasting effect about 15-30 minutes after consumption. Remember that the potency depends on the strain of marijuana and your personal tolerance level. Butter infused with kief can be used to create edibles like cookies or brownies. First, decarboxylate the kief to activate the THC by baking it in a covered oven-safe dish for 7 minutes in an oven preheated to 300 °F (149 °C). Allow it to cool with the cover on. Then:  Melt 2 sticks (½ lb) of high-fat butter in a saucepan on medium-high heat. Add 1 gram of decarboxylated kief and stir until it is completely dissolved. Use a spatula to transfer the butter to a heat-safe dish. Once it cools, cover it and store it in the fridge for up to 2 months. Kief has a very subtle flavor, so it won’t change the taste of your dishes. Sprinkle it over pasta or pizza, or put a dash of it in a soup or stew. If you have a recipe for edibles that calls for buds, you can substitute them for ½ to ⅔ the amount of kief instead.

TL;DR in English: Sprinkle kief in your morning coffee or tea. Make kief butter. Sprinkle kief over your favorite dishes after cooking. Use kief instead of buds in edible recipes.
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Like many other cuts of meat, New York strip steaks can be given extra flavor by soaking them in a marinade before cooking. We've provided a recipe to one simple but delicious marinade above, but literally hundreds of others will also work well. There aren't any hard and fast rules for making your own marinade, but there are a few basic guidelines that most marinades follow. If you're a novice, try including the following ingredients in your marinade to start with:  A source of fat. Usually, this is an oil, like vegetable oil, canola oil, olive oil, sesame oil, etc. An acid. This can be a citrus juice (like lemon, lime, or orange), wine, vinegar (balsamic, red wine, apple cider, etc.) or another acidic liquid. Other seasonings. You can get creative here — anything from Worcestershire sauce to dijon mustard to peanut butter to parsley to garlic to soy sauce can work, depending on whether it pairs well with the other ingredients. Salt and pepper to taste. When your marinade is mixed, put your steaks in an airtight plastic bag or a seal-able fridge container and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them sit in your fridge for at least two hours so that they're able to soak up the flavor of the marinade — some chefs let their meat marinade overnight or even several days to give it an extra dose of flavor. As with pan-searing, good grilled steaks require a high-temperature initial searing to develop their delicious crust. For this reason, you'll want to start your grill or barbecue well before you plan to cook. Keep the lid close to speed up the grill's heating process.  For gas grills, pre-heating is easy — simply set one or more burners to "high" and shut the lid for 5 minutes or so. For charcoal grills, first, you'll need to light your charcoal, wait for it to flame up, and finally ash over before cooking can begin. This process can take upwards of half an hour, so leave yourself plenty of time. Once your charcoals are ready for cooking, spread them out evenly with a grill tool to prepare the entire grill...

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