Consider acupuncture to prevent seizures. Talk to your vet about Chinese herbal formulas. Discuss changing your dog’s diet.

Abscesses are a common type of lump that usually form a few days after a fight with another cat or dog. They are rather large and filled with fluid. If you notice your cat seems feverish or unwell and has a lump with a scab in the middle, it is likely an abscess. Abscesses are bacterial infections. While they are usually not too dangerous, it’s best to have a vet look at them. They can drain the fluid and prescribe your cat antibiotics to rid their body of infection. Blood can collect beneath the skin at the site of a minor injury. This will form a swollen, fluid-filled lump called a haematoma. Haematomas are common on cats that shake their head vigorously and damage the capillaries between the cartilage and skin of their ear. Haematomas need to be evaluated by a veterinarian. There is usually an underlying cause of a haematoma, which requires treatment. For example, it may be the result of ear mites or an infection that caused your cat to damage their ear. Some cysts may be caused by blocked hair follicles or oil ducts. If a lump appears suddenly but doesn’t change, and has a hair growing from its center, it may be a cyst. They can be left alone if they do not repeatedly get infected or bother your cat. If you're unsure, the safest option is having a vet check on a cyst and determine whether it should be removed. If you have recently changed the type of food you feed your cat and notice lumps on their head and neck, the lumps are likely evidence of an allergic reaction.  Discontinue feeding them that food and see if the lumps subside.  Lumps of this sort will be small, pale, and filled with fluid. While the lumps themselves are not dangerous, your cat may hurt itself by scratching. If lumps are small, reddish, and slightly pointed, they are likely flea bites.  They will usually be accompanied by scratching, and maybe hair loss.  Talk to your vet about how to get rid of the fleas, and watch out for wounds on your cat’s skin where they are constantly licking and scratching.

TL;DR in English: Determine whether the cat has been fighting. Assess whether an ear lump is a haematoma. Have cysts removed. Consider a potential food allergy. Rule out flea bites.
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If your stretch marks worry or concern you, your doctor may be able to recommend an effective treatment. Tell your doctor how long you've had stretch marks, what the likely cause of your stretch marks was, and what you expect from treatment. You might also need medical treatment if your stretch marks are inflamed or cause discomfort. Many treatments that minimize the appearance of stretch marks can harm your baby. Your doctor will be able to tell you if a treatment is safe for you to use.  Retinoids, in particular, can be harmful to babies. However, these treatments are generally only available by prescription. If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, your doctor likely won't prescribe them. Also ask your doctor about over-the-counter treatments. Some herbs, including centella asiatica, are also potentially harmful to your baby. Large, dark stretch marks can be a symptom of Cushing's syndrome, a condition caused by having too much cortisol. This is particularly likely if you haven't recently experienced rapid weight loss or gain, or if in addition to the stretch marks you have any of the following symptoms:  Fat on your chest and tummy, but relatively thin arms and legs Fat around the back of your neck and your shoulders A rounded face that's frequently red and puffy Retinoid creams can be effective at treating stretch marks, particularly new stretch marks, because they boost elastin and collagen production.  Typically, your doctor will write a prescription for the cream and you apply it to your stretch marks daily at home for about 16 weeks. Read the application instructions carefully. Retinoid creams can make your skin more sensitive to the sun. Limit sun exposure or cover the area during the treatment period. Dermatologists use several different procedures that can make your stretch marks look less noticeable, although they likely won't get rid of them completely. A board-certified dermatologist can examine your stretch marks and recommend the procedure that would work best for you. Procedures dermatologists...

TL;DR in English: Visit your doctor if you have widespread or excessive stretch marks. Seek medical approval for treatments if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Get tested for Cushing's syndrome if you have large, dark stretch marks. Ask your doctor about a prescription for a retinoid medication. Consult a dermatologist for more aggressive treatment. Talk to a plastic surgeon if you want to remove your stretch marks.
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An anti-inflammatory diet stresses whole foods (preferably organic), complex carbohydrates, and foods with lots of nutrients like lean proteins and healthy fats. Many doctors recommend an anti-inflammatory diet which has been shown to reverse obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Controlling your blood pressure by changing your diet is one of the best ways to reverse insulin resistance. Improvements in your diet can prevent pre-diabetes, diabetes, hyperglycemia, and obesity. Limit the chemicals and extra sugars and fats that are usually added to processed food. Instead, try to eat natural or simply prepared foods. Cook from scratch as often as possible and choose organic foods to avoid chemicals. If you're pressed for time, remember you can prepare the basics (like rice, beans or meats) ahead of time and freeze them. Or, you can cook meals in a crock pot or slow cooker. Since little is known about what chemicals may do to an individual, you should avoid them if you're trying to reverse insulin resistance. At least 90 to 95% of the carbohydrates you eat should be complex. These molecules are more complicated than simple carbohydrates, so they take longer for your body to break down. This can help regulate your blood sugar. Try to eat most of your complex carbohydrates at lunch and cut down on the portion sizes for other meals. Complex carbohydrates are found in whole, unprocessed foods like:  Whole grains Peas Lentils Beans Vegetables Read food labels to determine how much sugar is in a food and try to avoid processed foods which often contain added sugars that aren't listed. Over-eating sugars like glucose, sucrose, fructose, and high fructose corn syrup can increase your risk for Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity. Sugar by itself does not cause diabetes, but drinking more sugar-filled beverages for example is linked to higher blood sugar levels and to an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes. Research shows that increasing your insoluble fiber intake along with whole grains can reduce your risk of...

TL;DR in English: Follow an anti-inflammatory diet to potentially reverse insulin resistance. Avoid processed foods because they’re often high in sugar. Eat more complex carbohydrates to help regulate your blood sugar. Reduce your sugar intake to manage your blood sugar. Include more fiber to lower your risk of type 2 diabetes. Choose lean meats and fish to meet your protein needs. Eat more fruits and vegetables to boost your nutrient intake.
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Take a look at your garden and determine where you will put your medicinal plants.  Plant your medicinal plants in different locations, depending on the amount of sunlight, shade and water they need. For example, aloe plants need a lot of sun, so you will want to plant them outdoors in direct sunlight. Prepare an area specific for your medicinal plants. If you want to add medicinal plants to your garden but do not want to integrate them with your existing plants, dedicate a medicinal section. Use containers for some of your medicinal plants. For example, sage does well when contained in a pot, and can be used as medicine for insect bites, mouth infections and indigestion. You can get medicinal plants such as garlic, lavender, Echinacea, ginseng, licorice, elder tree, and hundreds of other varieties at your local garden shop or nursery.  Shop online for seeds if you prefer to have them mailed to you. You might find a greater selection on gardening websites such as HorizonHerbs.com, which is based in Oregon, or a wholesale supplier such as BotanicalOnline.com. Most online retailers also have printed catalogues you can order from. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots and cover with soil. Pat soil gently into place around the plant.  Trim away any dead leaves and brush off pests such as insects. Replant those that outgrow their containers or pots. It can treat wounds, bites, stings and allergies.

TL;DR in English: Find an area to plant. Purchase plants or seeds. Place your medicinal plant into the ground or their containers. Water your medicinal plants often enough to keep soil moist but not saturated. Prune your medicinal plants and keep them neat. Add any species of Echinacea to your garden for multiple medicinal purposes.
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While natural remedies aren’t backed by scientific research, many people claim that their dogs have experienced relief by using certain methods. Acupuncture is the process of inserting thin, long needles into certain pressure points, which might relieve pain and stop the frequency of seizures. Talk to your vet before trying acupuncture for your dog.  Keep in mind that acupuncture is usually used in addition to medication, not in place of it. Ask your vet, family, and friends for recommendations for professional acupuncturists. You might also want to check out online reviews. Only allow a professional with experience treating dogs to work on your pet. Some people believe that Chinese herbal medication can help reduce seizures in dogs. Ask your vet if herbal remedies might help your pet.  Remember that herbal formulas may not be proven effective. Don't delay treating your dog with medication. Gastrointestinal upset, such as diarrhea, is a common side-effect. It may seem as though your dog gets worse before better. That is common. Herbs might be used to prolong the effects of acupuncture sessions. Since your dog’s food has a big impact on their overall health, it makes sense that changing their diet might help control the seizures. Some vets recommend a high-fat, low-carb diet, or a low salt diet, which may reduce seizures. Talk to your vet before changing your dog’s food.  Ask your vet for a dog food that is right for your pet. You can also ask about making your own dog food, if you want to try that. Ask your vet about giving your dog fish oil supplements, which might help prevent seizures. It's usually safe to give your dog "people" fish oil, but there are also special pills for dogs. Ask your vet which is right for your dog, and follow the vet's dosage instructions, rather than those on the bottle.

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Remove a cabinet door and take it to a hardware store with a paint counter. Collect latex paint swatches at the hardware store to help you choose your color. Scrub the surface of the cabinets with a strong detergent mixed with water and a sponge. Set up a well-ventilated workshop where you can store your cabinet doors and drawers as you prep and paint them and wait for them to cure. Remove all doors and drawers from your cabinets with a screwdriver. Apply wood filler to holes with a putty knife, if you are planning on changing the configuration of your cabinet hardware from door pulls to knobs. Tape the inside edges of the cabinets and the outside edges of the counters. Sand the surface of all the surfaces you plan to paint with 220-grit sandpaper.

Simply place a few drops of color with a 2 tablespoons of water in a shallow dish. The more drops of food coloring you use, the more vibrant your dye will be. To keep it more natural looking, stick to one drop of food coloring with your water. Carefully dip the tips of your flower into the dye. Keep it upside down until your petals dry. This will take anywhere from 5-30 minutes, depending on how heavily you dipped your flowers. Because you’ve used toilet paper, it will soak up the dye very, very quickly. Remember this when dipping the tips of the petals. You barely need to touch the dye to add a lot of color quickly to your petals. Use different dishes to use multiple colors for your flowers. Once you’re comfortable enough dipping them, you can even use different colors per flower. To do this, simply roll the outside tips gently through the dye and then dip the taller petals into your second color.

TL;DR in English: Make your dye. Dye the tips. Use multiple colors.
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It usually takes three to six days after being initially infected before you begin to show symptoms of infection.  While symptoms do not always present themselves in this order, fever is often the first sign of HFMD infection.  If you believe you have been exposed to the virus, look for signs of fever over the course of the next week. Seek medical attention if your fever exceeds 102 degrees Fahrenheit. Fevers can be particularly dangerous for young children.  Check a child's temperature often to ensure it doesn’t get too high. After the fever, you may develop painful blister-like lesions inside your mouth.  This is usually the most significant evidence of HFMD infection, though there are other illnesses that could feasibly cause similar lesions.  Blister-like lesions will appear on the tongue, gums, and inside the cheeks. Skin lesions may also appear on your hands, feet, legs, arms, and buttocks. Much less commonly, there may be skin lesions on your torso and face. Lesions may make swallowing painful, but it’s important to stay well hydrated. Do not pop the blisters or let your children do so if they’re infected.  The fluid inside is contagious and may spread the illness. While the fever is usually the first to present itself, it is not the last indicator of HFMD infection.  There are a number of other symptoms associated with the illness and though they may not all present themselves, noticing any of these symptoms is good reason to make an appointment with your doctor:  Sore Throat Loss of energy and feeling generally unwell Loss of appetite Red rash that doesn’t itch on the palms, soles of feet and buttocks. Sometimes HFMD infection can cause more serious health issues so it’s important to keep your eye out for more significant issues if you believe you or someone you know has been infected with HFMD.  Seek immediate medical attention if you see or experience any of the following:  Inability to urinate Trouble moving a portion of or your entire body Coughing up pink, foamy spit Unusually high heart rate...

TL;DR in English: Check for a fever first. Watch out for blisters. Look for other symptoms. Keep an eye out for more severe symptoms.
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To season a brand new cast iron skillet, you rub it with oil and bake the oil into the surface of the cast iron. This builds up a nonstick coating, called the "seasoning," that keeps the skillet from rusting and creates the perfect surface for cooking everything from scrambled eggs to pancakes to cobblers. Use hot, soapy water and a scrub brush to scrub the skillet completely clean. This will remove any chemicals or other residues from the skillet so they don't get trapped in the seasoning.  After this first washing, you won't be using a scrub brush on the skillet again, since it will take off the precious seasoning you'll be working to preserve. Make sure to dry the skillet well, so that it doesn't create steam when you put it in the oven. You can use lard, vegetable shortening, or olive oil. Use a paper towel to rub the fat into the skillet all over. The fat will bake into the skillet and fuse with the iron to become a layer of seasoning. You won't be able to taste or smell it once the process is complete. Try not to miss any spots when you're covering the skillet with fat. If you miss a spot, it won't get a coating of seasoning, and will be more prone to rusting. Bake the skillet for 2 hours to make sure the seasoning gets fully formed. After 2 hours, remove it from the oven and set it on a heat safe surface to cool. Spread another coating of fat onto the skillet and bake it for another 2 hours, then let it cool. If you'd like, you can repeat it one more time to make extra sure that the seasoning won't strip off when you cook your first meal in the skillet. After this initial seasoning, the oil you use when you cook food will keep the skillet in good shape. Every time you cook a meal, the nonstick surface will improve.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven to 350 ºF. Wash and dry the new skillet. Coat the skillet with fat. Put the skillet in the oven. Repeat the process.
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Pruning the plants while they’re young will allow you to help shape how they grow. Once the herbs have a full set of leaves, they’re old enough to be pruned.  For many herbs, you can begin pruning them once they're roughly 6 inches (15 cm) tall. Pruning your herbs will make them sturdier, allow them to grow more leaves, and prevent them from becoming too bushy or top-heavy. Locate the spot where the branches and leaves meet the main stalk. Use clean scissors to make a cut right above the set of leaves.  This cut will allow 2 new stems to grow from that spot, giving your plant more volume. You can use your fingers to prune delicate plants. Make sure you don’t rip off stems, as this can lead to disease. This will leave a solid base for the plant to grow from. You can trim the plant right above the 1st or 2nd set of leaves when pruning the side stems that will grow from that initial cut. This is an especially helpful way to grow herbs like basil abundantly. Thicker herbs like thyme, rosemary, and sage don’t need to be pruned very often unless you want to harvest them frequently. Simply pruning them when you see dead leaves or at least once a year should be enough. Woodier herbs are herbs with hardier stems and leaves, as opposed to delicate herbs with thin stems like basil or cilantro. Try to always prune away leaves before they start to flower. Removing flowers will redirect the energy into leaf production. Remember to prune right above a set of leaves.

TL;DR in English: Prune your herbs in their early stages. Make your cut right above where the branches intersect the stalk. Cut above the 3rd set of leaves the first time you prune. Trim woodier herbs roughly once a year. Remove flower buds from herbs when you first see them.
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Oak is porous, and if the pores were not filled during construction, your paint job may look pock marked. It is a good idea to check with a professional to see what paint, primer or sandpaper is specifically necessary for your oak cabinets. Ask the hardware clerk for a high-quality paint that is formulated for kitchen cabinets. Low quality paints can result in drawers and doors that get stuck after reinstallation. If you want to replace the hardware in your doors, take the old pulls and hinges to the hardware store, so you can be sure you are buying the right measurements. New cabinet hardware is often made in different sizes than older hardware. Rinse thoroughly and dry with clean towels. The detergent you use should be identified as a grease-cutting detergent. If the cabinets are extremely old or dirty, you should use trisodium phosphate (TSP) to cut the grease on your cabinets. This is an industrial strength cleaner that should be used with extreme caution. You can use 1/2 cup of TSP mixed with 2 gallons (7.5 l) of water. Make sure to ventilate the area well and rinse thoroughly before drying.    A garage works well for this purpose. Cover the garage floor with drop cloths and bring in sawhorses. Write the location of the cabinet on a piece of blue tape and stick it in the inside of the door or drawer to help you reinstall correctly. Place the drawers and door fronts in your workshop. Store the hardware in small plastic bags to ensure you don't lose anything during the removal process.     Place a piece of painter's tape behind the hole, to keep the putty from spilling out of the other end. Allow it to dry and then lightly sand the surface with 220-grit sandpaper. Cover the floor and appliance surfaces with drop cloths or newspaper. Tape them down at the edges. Spend extra time making sure it is sanded, if the oak has a thick polyurethane coating. Sweep off the dust and wipe the surfaces with tack cloth.

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Roll the fondant into a rectangular shape that’s 1⁄8 in (0.32 cm) thick. Cut a strip of fondant that’s 1.5 to 2 in (3.8 to 5.1 cm) wide. Fold the strip in half lengthwise. Roll the strip up, pinching the bottom to form a cone shape. Set the roses in a room temperature spot to dry for 24 hours.

Parades can be stressful, and often the best option is to leave him at home in a crate or room, as described in the section on parties. If you don’t want to leave your dog alone, another option is to leave him with friends or family not attending. However, if you do decide to bring your dog with you, follow the steps below to keep your dog as calm and safe as possible. These include:  A crate for securing your dog. A secure leash and collar. A harness or controlling item such as a head collar might be preferred, as your dog may pull. A muzzle. This is a necessary safety precaution, as the sights and sounds of a parade can distress your dog to the point of biting. A collapsible water bowl and water. Your pet must be kept hydrated, as should you. Though you likely won’t be able to follow through a complete desensitization due to lack of time, you can introduce your dog gradually – at first, simply allow him to adjust to the sight, smell, and noise of the crowd at a closer and closer distance, and the parade using the same rules. You should only bring a dog to a parade if he has been obedience trained, but even if he has been, keep a closer eye on your dog than usual. Watch for signs that your dog is uneasy or upset; if the parade upsets your dog too much, you can take him away from the parade or, if possible, set up a crate in a secure location.

TL;DR in English: Consider leaving your dog at home. Purchase or gather the supplies you may need. Introduce your dog to the parade gradually. Keep your dog under control.
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To ensure that the oven will be hot enough to bake the cookie bowls, you must preheat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius). Next, grease a jumbo muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray so the bowls won’t stick after baking.  You can use butter to grease the muffin tin if you prefer. If you prefer, you can use a silicone muffin pan, which is a nonstick so it doesn’t require greasing. To make the batter, add 1 14.3 ounce (405 g) package of your favorite cookies, 1 egg, and 2 tablespoons (28 g) of melted butter to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse the mixture until it is well combined.  You can use any type of cookies that you like for the bowls. Chocolate sandwich cookies, graham crackers, oatmeal cookies, vanilla wafers, ginger snaps, and peanut butter cookies are all delicious options. It usually helps to roughly break the cookies into pieces as you add them to the food processor. After you’ve mixed up the batter, add approximately 2 tablespoons (42 g) of batter to each cup in the muffin tin. Use clean fingers to gently press the batter into the cup to form a bowl shape. The batter should be packed as firmly into the muffin tin cups as possible. You may want to use a shot glass or other small glass to press the batter into place to ensure that they’re well packed. Once the batter is pressed into the muffin tin cups, place the tin in the preheated oven. Allow the cookie bowls to bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are completely set. You may have difficult time telling if bowls made from dark-colored cookies are finished baking from the appearance alone. Make sure to feel them to see if they are firm. Remove the muffin tin from the oven once they are finished baking. Let them cool for at least 15 minutes in the tin before gently prying them out with a small offset spatula to fill them.

TL;DR in English: Preheat the oven and grease the muffin tin. Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor. Press some of the batter into the muffin tin cups. Bake the bowls until they are firm. Allow the bowls to cool before filling them. Finished.
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As simple as this step may seem, it may be overlooked in a busy, noisy home. Even though a dripping faucet may not seem to waste significant amounts of water, over the course of day, each individual drop adds up to thousands and thousands of drops, or gallons and gallons of water.   Choose a time when there is little or no activity, such as early in the morning, or late at night, when the house is very quiet. Pipes that contain water under pressure can become corroded, develop loose fittings, or crack because of freezing, allowing a continuous loss of water until repaired.  Mildew or mold, darkened surfaces, or even puddles of water may occur below leaks.  If the problem is inside the wall cavity, it may be necessary to remove the paneling, plaster, or wallboard to correct it. Pipes also may sweat when cold water passes through them in warmer interior air-spaces in the home, and this water condensing on the surface of pipes may drip, causing moisture problems to appear where no leak exists. Use a flashlight to follow the path of exposed pipes, looking for droplets of water that will accumulate at the lower section before dropping off, and run your fingertips along these pipes to feel for wetness. When there is a seal leak in the water closet (toilet), the tank will drain slowly over a period of time, until the water level drops sufficiently for the float valve to open and replenish it. Sticking flush valves and leaking seals in toilets can waste a lot of water, since, like dripping faucets, the flow, although perhaps very small, is continuous.  Check the supply valves on lavatories and commodes if they are leaking.  The packing, which seals the valve stem of a typical stop (water valve) seals when compressed just enough to "pack off" leak paths, but not so tightly that turning the handle is difficult.  Turn the packing nut (top nut surrounding the stem) slightly clockwise (shouldn't require more than 1/8 turn or so) and see if this stops the leak around the stem. #*Supply valves are meant to be fully opened...

TL;DR in English: Listen for dripping sounds. Look for evidence of a leak along the base board of walls near the location of your plumbing fixtures. Look under vanities and sinks for drips or similar evidence noted in the previous step. Listen for noises from your commodes/bathrooms, to determine if they are running at unusual intervals, when no one has recently flushed them. Check your water meter.
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Use the USB charger cable that came with your iPhone to do so. It's a grey app with gears on it that you'll likely find on the Home Screen. It's near the top of the Settings page, just below the Cellular (or Mobile Data) option. This switch will change from "Off" to "On". After a brief moment, your computer will recognize your iPhone as a wired Internet connection.

TL;DR in English: Connect your iPhone to your computer. Open your iPhone's Settings . Tap Personal Hotspot. Slide Personal Hotspot right to the "On" position.
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You want the fondant to be thin enough that the flowers don’t look clunky, yet thick enough that it won’t rip when you’re forming the petals. Use a rolling pin with gentle pressure to evenly spread out the fondant on a flat surface.  Spread a layer of shortening or sprinkle cornstarch onto your surface if you want to prevent the fondant from sticking. Use pink or red fondant for realistic roses. However, you can use any color you'd like. Trim the edges with a knife to create your rectangle, if necessary. The length of the strip doesn’t matter but the width shouldn’t be more than 2 inches (5.1 cm) or the rose will be too chunky. A butter knife will be sharp enough to slice through the fondant. Cut as many strips as you want roses. Each strip makes 1 rose. Line up the long edges of the fondant to make sure you fold the piece exactly down the center. Don’t smash the 2 sides together. Just rest them on top of each other so you can still see the crease between them. If you’re having trouble folding the fondant, you may have a piece that’s too thin. Re-cut a wider strip. Keep the open edge facing up. Squeeze the bottom of the folded strip between your thumb and forefinger as you roll so it tapers down into a slight point.  The tighter you roll your strip, the smaller your rose will be. If you wind up with extra fondant at the bottom, simply pinch it off with your fingers. Brush a little bit of water along the strip before you begin rolling if you want the rose to hold its shape better. The water acts as glue. Don’t use the roses immediately to decorate a cake or they’ll fall apart or become misshapen. Letting them dry first will harden them into their flower shape. If you aren’t using your roses right away, store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for no more than 2 weeks.

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Learn everything that you can about bipolar disorder. Take note of your child's mood and behaviors. Talk to your child's teachers. Help your child keep track of therapy appointments and medication.

The best way to do this is work on collecting your layers year round. Whenever you find a warm winter coat someone else has thrown away, hold on to it. It will come in handy during the winter, and can be used as a pillow or to lay on other times of the year. Think about using a plastic bag over you if you don't have a waterproof layer -- if you get wet, you get cold. You can insulate yourself with multiple layers, but if you’re still cold, try newspaper. By crumpling it up and stuffing it between layers of clothing you can create insulating pockets of air that will help keep you warm. You could also try foam pieces or blankets between your clothing, both of which are much warmer than newspaper. Plastic bags also work well. If you have nothing else, dry leaves will even work. Don't use fiberglass insulation (often pink fibers between layers of paper, used in houses). The tiny glass fibers will cut your skin and could cause infection. Wear multiple socks on cold nights. Before it gets cold, work on finding boots that cover your whole foot, ankle, and part of your leg. Keeping your feet and lower legs protected from cold wind is essential to staying warm. If you are really cold, you might need to create layers of insulation on your feet, perhaps even including plastic bags. Make sure you go to bed with dry socks on.

TL;DR in English: Dress in layers. Use insulation techniques. Don’t forget your feet.
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In the steps below, we'll make our own simple Apollonian Gasket. It's possible to draw Apollonian Gaskets by hand or on the computer. In either case, you'll want to be able to draw perfectly round circles. This is fairly important. Since every circle in an Apollonian Gasket is perfectly tangent to the circles next to it, circles that are even slightly misshapen can "throw off" your final product.  If drawing the Gasket on a computer, you'll need a program that allows you to easily draw circles of a fixed radius from a central point. Gfig, a vector-drawing extension for the free image editing program GIMP, can be used, as can a wide variety of other drawing programs (see the materials section for relevant links). You will also probably need a calculator application and either a word processor document or a physical notepad for taking notes on curvatures and radii. For drawing the Gasket by hand, you'll need a calculator (scientific or graphing suggested), a pencil, compass, ruler (preferably a scale with millimeter markings, graph paper, and a notepad for note taking. Your first task is easy - just draw one big, perfectly round circle. The bigger the circle is, the more complex your Gasket can be, so try to make a circle as large as your paper allows or as large as you can easily see in one window on your drawing program. Next, draw another circle inside the first that's smaller than the original, but still fairly large. The exact size of the second circle is up to you - there is no correct size. However, for our purposes, let's draw our second circle so that it reaches exactly halfway across our large outer circle. In other words, let's draw our second circle so that its central point is the midpoint of the large circle's radius. Remember that in Apollonian Gaskets, all circles that touch are tangent to each other. If you're using a compass to draw your circles by hand, recreate this effect by putting the sharp point of the compass at the midpoint of the large outer circle's radius, adjusting your pencil so...

TL;DR in English: Gather your digital or analog drawing tools. Start with one large circle. Create a smaller circle inside the original, tangent to one side. Draw an identical circle "across from" the smaller inside circle. Apply Descartes's Theorem to find the size of your next circles. Create your next set of circles. Carry on in this fashion to continue adding circles. For a challenge, try making a non-symmetrical Apollonian Gasket by changing the size of your second circle.
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Your child learns from you, so when you say "no" too much, your child will pick up on that. Of course, you still need to protect them, but try using alternative wording unless the situation is really desperate.  For instance, if your child asks for ice cream in the afternoon, don't just say "no." Instead, you can say, "We already had a treat today. How about an apple?" or "We can eat ice cream after dinner." Of course, if your kid is about to hurt themselves, "no" is definitely appropriate. Toddlers have a limited vocabulary, so they have trouble expressing themselves. "No" is easy because they know it helps give them some control. However, you can help them learn other phrases by playing games with them. For instance, you can set up a question and answer game. Ask, "What's something in the middle of 'no' and 'yes'?" (maybe, possibly, in awhile). You could also ask, "What's a way to say 'no' in a nicer way?" (no, thank you). When you ask your child to do something and they comply, praise them for it. That signals to them that they get rewarded when they do well!  Keep your praise specific to the actions or behaviors you want to encourage. For instance, if you ask them to keep their food on their plate and they work hard to do so, say, "You're doing such a good job with keeping your food on your plate! Give me a high five!" If you pretend like you don’t know what you’re doing and need your child’s help, your child may be more inclined to do what you want them to do. For instance, you can act forgetful or incompetent, and your child will try to set you right. :  For example, if your child refuses to put their toys away, pick some of them up yourself, and put them away in weird places, like in the laundry bin, above the cupboard, or under the pillows. Your child will likely reprimand you for forgetting where the toys go and will put the toys in their proper places. Alternatively, the next time you see a war beginning at mealtime, start eating from their plate or bowl and using their utensils. Almost immediately,...

TL;DR in English: Avoid using "no" as much as you can. Teach your child other phrases to use. Use positive reinforcement for good behavior. Make your child think that you need their help to do something.
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Write articles on a given product and find free places online to post them, such as review sites and article directories. Be sure to check if you are allowed to include an affiliate code link to the product you're promoting. Some sites only allow you to link out to a non-commercial website.  Use strategic keywords in your articles. Place links in the headline, the first few sentences, and throughout the body of the article to attract the search engines. Research long-tail keywords to target.  If you are selling a weight-loss product, the phrase "weight loss" will pair you with tons of competition. Instead, break your topic down into more specific phrases like "lose weight in two weeks" or "lose weight for wedding." This might include forums, discussion boards, chat rooms, and blogs. Post often on the forum, and build a good reputation among the community members. Once people trust your judgment, you can start to include affiliate links in your posts. Do not simply spam the forums with product codes. You should sprinkle the affiliate links within genuinely useful content.  Review member policies on every community website. Verify whether you are allowed to post affiliate links to a site. Some online communities may prohibit affiliate links and consider the links advertising spam. Review your account settings on every website. If you belong to a forum or discussion group that requires you to register for an account, you may be able to take advantage of a signature box in which you can post affiliate links. You can choose to display the signature box each time you reply to or write a post on the website. For example, if you team up with an affiliate that sells fitness equipment, you may want to write an e-book about different workout techniques that involve the fitness equipment. Embed affiliate links into sections of your e-book. For example, if your e-book is about fitness, you can write about the importance of wearing appropriate running shoes during your workout, then embed affiliate links for a specific...

TL;DR in English: Promote affiliate programs through article marketing. Locate online communities relevant to the affiliate you are promoting. Write an e-book on a topic that is related to your affiliates.
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When it comes to bipolar disorder in children, family support is important. The best way you can support your child is through education.  Bipolar disorder is marked by mood swings in which a child moves from manic to depressive phases. During a manic phase, a child may be very silly, energetic, and happy while also having a very short temper. They may sleep very little, have difficulty concentrating, and engage in risky behaviors. During a depressive phase, your child may be quiet and withdrawn and cry a lot. They may also feel guilty or worthless and have little interest in activities. They might complain of aches or pains, as children often lack the vocabulary to explain feelings of sadness and despair.  Bipolar disorder comes in a variety of forms. Bipolar Disorder I is generally more intense, with manic episodes lasting up to six days. Bipolar Disorder II involves shorter, less intense manic phases. There are other, milder forms of bipolar disorder that fall outside the two main diagnostic categories. When your child is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, a psychiatrist will explain what category they fall into and allow you to ask questions.  The best way to learn about your child's condition is talking to your child's doctor or psychiatrist. They can recommend reading materials to you that can teach you how to manage the moods of a bipolar child. Start taking daily notes regarding your child's behavior. What was their mood like today? What triggered that mood? How have they been sleeping? What medications are they taking? These are all important elements of their disorder. This will help you see what progress has been made and if any negative side effects are sprouting up in the results of new therapies or medications. Share your observations with doctors and psychiatrist to help alter your child's treatment options for the best results. Your child's teachers must be familiar with your child's disorder. Children with bipolar disorder may have difficulty concentrating in school and interacting with others...

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Blanch the asparagus Stir-fry your asparagus Fry asparagus with bacon Make cream of asparagus soup Dice asparagus into an egg recipe. Eat asparagus raw. Add asparagus to a smoothie.

Cut the veneer to the size you want, making sure to leave as little overhang as possible. Any more than 1/4" overhang and you'll likely crack the veneer. Using a very short nap roller, roll the contact cement onto the area of the substrate that will be covered by a single panel of the veneer. Roll in one direction and then the other, just like you would a wall, in order to guarantee 100% coverage of the substrate surface. Go through the same motions to apply contact cement to the veneer, also making sure to get 100% coverage. There should not be any dry spots. Allow just enough time for the adhesive to dry slightly. It should feel perhaps somewhat tacky to the touch, but not be able to grab hold of a sheet of paper or the hairs of your arm. This is usually after 5-10 minutes. Place a sheet of wax or parchment paper on your substrate. This will go between the substrate and the veneer while you align the veneer, to help you get it as straight as possible without joining the pieces before they're ready. Line up the corners of the veneer and the substrate and get it into place. Then start to press it down so that the two glued sides touch, removing the paper as you go. Using your hand, smooth out the piece of veneer, starting from the center and moving out toward the edges. Apply firm pressure to ensure that full contact is made. Next, smooth it again using a flat tool like a putty knife or a carpet stair tool. Smooth it in one direction and then the other, just like you applies the adhesive. Do not use a tool like a roller, as this applies weak and uneven pressure. Trim the edges using a utility knife and then sand the edges using high grit sandpaper (180 to 220).

TL;DR in English: Cut your veneer to size. Apply contact cement to the substrate. Apply contact cement to the veneer. Allow for tack time. Place a sheet of wax paper. Align the veneer. Smooth out the piece. Trim the edges.
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At your appointment, you may take certain tests, receive a physical examination, and be asked specific questions. During the physical examination, the provider may do a pelvic exam. You may also provide a Pap test to check for cancer or a precancerous condition. Your provider may ask you questions related to your attitudes toward sex, any past traumatic history, relationship problems, or problems with alcohol or drugs. Lots of factors can influence sexual desire in women. Ask your provider to perform tests to check for any medical causes of dysfunction. For a low libido, check for low estrogen levels and low testosterone. You may also check for high blood pressure, thyroid problems, and diabetes. Other women-specific causes can include breastfeeding, hormonal changes after childbirth, and menopause. Women may experience problems such as diminished blood flow to the genitals, problems with the pelvic floor muscles, vaginal trauma, spinal cord injury, or genital mutilation that can interfere with sexual satisfaction. These problems can lead to vaginal dryness, decreased libido, and severe pain during sexual activity.  Many of these problems can be examined by a medical provider. If you take medications, ask your provider whether the medications can affect libido or sexual satisfaction. Vaginismus and Dyspareunia are diagnoses given for pain during sexual activity. Vaginismus involves involuntary spasms that interfere with penetration. It can result from fear or inexperience with sex, or result from a traumatic experience. Dyspareunia involves pain during intercourse. Dyspareunia can be caused by endometriosis, ovarian cysts, vaginal inflammation, or from scar tissue. Some women experience difficulty lubricating. A woman’s ability to lubricate may change in response to breastfeeding or menopause. If a woman is anxious about sex or expecting sex to be painful, these thoughts can influence lubrication as well. Think about when difficulties arise. What thoughts or feelings surround the lack of lubrication? How do...

TL;DR in English: Schedule an appointment with a gynecologist. Obtain tests to check hormone levels. Look at medical causes. Look at problems with pain. Identify symptoms related to vaginal dryness.
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The stress of a breakup can affect your food preferences. You may crave more fat and sugar, even if your diet doesn't normally include much of them. Making smart food choices throughout the day—at home, restaurants, or cafeterias— can help you maintain your healthy diet after a breakup.  Focus on heart friendly fats like avocado, nuts, and oils. They can fill up your belly and kill cravings for junk food. Add these to foods you cook at home or select dishes with them at restaurants. Taking a lap around a cafeteria before making your choice(s) can also help you make smart choices.  Make yourself a big salad if you can't find anything healthy. Choose sources of protein such chicken, tuna, or tofu with lots of colorful vegetables. Selecting crunchy vegetables can also help beat any stress or anxiety you're feeling. Have a stash of healthy snacks with you at all times. Carry things such as fruit, granola, nuts, and canned soups with you to curb any cravings for junk food from stress or loneliness.  Selects snacks that are high in protein, such as guacamole, to fill your stomach. Pairing guacamole with cut veggies can give you the satisfaction of fat from avocados with stress-busting crunch.  Curb late-night or sleepless bingeing with snacks such as hummus and pretzels or cut veggies. . A cup of tea provides a warm and soothing experience. It can also fill your belly with liquid so that you don't crave junk foods. Green, black, and oolong teas come with the added benefit of theanine, a chemical that can calm your mind. Keep a pot of tea by your side after a breakup to soothe yourself and keep your belly full. Recognize that green, black, and oolong teas contain caffeine. Drinking too many cups of these kinds of tea may make you jittery. Consider mixing these types of teas with fruit or herbal infusion teas including yerba mate. One of the best ways to maintain your diet after a breakup is keeping your kitchen stocked with healthy choices. Keeping nutrient-rich foods on hand can reinforce your healthy eating...

TL;DR in English: Make smart food choices. Keep healthy snacks on hand. Drink tea Stock your kitchen with healthy foods.
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Many dieters believe that they need to avoid fat like the plague when trying to lose weight. However, eating a certain amount of healthy fat is essential for a balanced diet and can actually aid weight loss. In fact, studies suggest that a diet with a higher ratio of monounsaturated fats (MUFAs) (avocados, nuts, seeds, soybeans, chocolate) can prevent the accumulation of belly fat. As a result, 25 to 30% of your daily calorie intake should come from such healthy fats.  Polyunsaturated fats - such as the Omega-3 fatty acids found in mackerel, salmon, herring, walnuts, canola oil and tofu - are another type of healthy fat that you should try to incorporate into your diet. They help to lower bad cholesterol and boost brain function.  Trans fats, on the other hand, (found in margarine, crackers, cookies--anything made with partially hydrogenated oils) result in more fat being deposited in the abdomen, so you should avoid these as much as you can. It is very common for dieters to try to starve themselves between meals, with the result that they actually eat much more than necessary when the food is finally in front of them. One of the best kept secrets of successful dieters is that they actually eat more frequently throughout the day, they just eat smaller meals.  Try eating six small meals a day, rather than your regular three large ones. You'll find sticking to your weight-loss plan much easier in the long-run if you're not in a constant state of hunger! Kicking off the day with a healthy, balanced breakfast is one of the best things you can do when following a weight-loss diet. A good breakfast kick starts the metabolism, allowing you to burn more calories throughout the day. It also keeps you fuller for longer, reducing your tendency to snack throughout the morning and afternoon, which may result in a higher calorie intake overall.  Try eating a combination of filling wholegrain cereals and breads, protein-rich eggs and high-vitamin fruits for the perfect balanced breakfast. If you're on the go, grab a fruit...

TL;DR in English: Eat healthy fats. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Start the day with a healthy breakfast. Get more fiber in your diet. Avoid processed foods. Be prepared to change your diet.
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. Boil the asparagus spears in a pot of water for 3-5 minutes, depending on their thickness. When the spears are bright green and tender, place them into an "ice bath": a large bowl 2/3 filled with cold water and ice cubes. The ice bath will "shock" the asparagus to stop the cooking. Soak the asparagus for as long as it took to boil. Drain your spears using a colander or a paper towel.  Serve blanched asparagus spears in salads, or eat them on their own with dressing and seasoning. For a simple and tasty dish, add a bit of coarse salt and a drizzle of olive oil to your asparagus before serving it. Blanching is a great way to prepare asparagus for storage if you plan to eat it later. If you are blanching asparagus in advance, or you plan on bringing it to a picnic or potluck, refrigerate the spears in a paper towel-lined plastic bag. . Stir-fry tends to include a variety of vegetables, and asparagus isn't an unheard-of addition to the mix. Add to any stir-fry as long as the asparagus goes well with the ingredients. If you have picky children, a stir-fry can be a great way to get them to eat asparagus. You can easily put in some shredded chicken and small chunks of vegetables, and they may not even notice the asparagus. . Wrap bacon around pieces of asparagus and put them into a pot. Use more oil than than you would in a stir-fry. Fry for 10 minutes and serve on a plate. Be careful not to over- or under-cook the bacon. Be prepared to clean the dishes very well, as they may grow greasy and messy. . Cream of asparagus soup is an elegant starter or lunch dish, and you can prepare it in 50 minutes. The soup is hearty enough to be a main dish, but you can also serve it as a side. To serve four:  Cut the tips from 12 asparagus spears, 1.5 inches from the top, and halve the tips lengthwise if thick. Save the tips to garnish the soup. Cut the stalks and all remaining asparagus into 1/2-inch pieces. Sauté one large onion, chopped, in 2 tablespoons butter in a 4-quart pot over moderately low heat. Cook, stirring, until...

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Open a document with a text layer, or create a new one. Duplicate the text. Add Outer Glow. Apply Gaussian Blur. Set up the Smudge tool. Create the flames. Apply radial blur. Make your image grayscale. Convert to Indexed Color. Congratulations, you have made fire!

Look for signs of tiredness, such as yawning, heavy eyes, whininess, making fists, and eye rubbing. Putting her to bed and letting her fall asleep on her own will help her learn to soothe herself to sleep. Avoid eye contact at this stage, as it might stimulate her and wake her up again. Babies should always sleep on their backs, as babies who sleep on their tummies are at an increased risk of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome). Soothe your baby with physical contact as you transfer her to bed. Gently lay your hand on her stomach, arms, or head to reassure her that you are there and make her feel safe and secure. This includes bedroom lights, lamps, nightlights, monitors and screens, and anything else that might create artificial light. Unnatural light can interfere with our circadian rhythms, which is our natural sleep-wake cycle.  Consider dimming the lights during your pre-bed routine to reduce your baby’s exposure to light before it’s time to sleep.  Keep the room dark all night. Nighttime exposure to artificial light can suppress the body’s production of melatonin, which is the hormone responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle. A mid-night feeding while she’s still asleep can stave off hunger longer, and may prevent your baby from waking up for an extra couple hours. Since she’ll be drinking slower and won’t swallow as much air, try forgoing burping after bedtime or mid-night feedings, because this may wake her up and make it difficult to get her back to sleep.

TL;DR in English: Put her to bed when she is sleepy but still awake. Lay her down on her back. Turn off the lights. Feed her before you go to sleep for the night.
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If you start dwelling on the person you hate, keep busy. Do an activity to distract yourself, if you can't get the person or your negative feelings out of your head. Get some work done, listen to music, exercise, doodle or draw, write or journal, or read a book, newspaper, or magazine. Try relaxing and clearing your thoughts when you notice yourself getting angry or dwelling on the person. Inhale slowly as you count to 4, hold for a 4 count, then count to 4 as you exhale. Keep taking slow, deep breaths for at least 90 seconds, or until your mind has switched gears.  Focus on relaxing imagery as you breathe, like a beach or comfortable place from your childhood. Visualize your negative emotions passing away with each breath. When someone hurts you, it’s tough to get them out of your head. Taking a break to clear your mind can help you keep your cool and break a negative thought pattern. Writing can help you release your emotions and order your thoughts. Describe what the person did or what bothers you. Tearing up or burning the letter could help you symbolically let go of your hate.  Sending the letter could escalate the situation, so keep it private. Destroying the letter will help make sure that someone else doesn't stumble upon it by accident. Talking to a close friend or family member will help you blow off steam. Getting a fresh perspective can also give you a better understanding of the situation. Talk to someone you trust in private, and make sure they’ll keep your conversation to themselves. Don’t vent about someone you hate at the place where you interact with them, like school or work. It might get back to the person, or you might end up getting labelled as a gossip or unprofessional. If this person makes a habit of antagonizing you, it is best to seek qualified advice. You deserve a safe environment without someone harassing you. If they are repeatedly, intentionally upsetting you, then it's probably good to get someone to help. Talk to an authority figure. Explain the facts of how this person...

TL;DR in English: Distract yourself. Breathe slowly and deeply when you feel angry. Write a letter to express your feelings, but don’t send it. Vent to people you trust. Ask an authority figure for help. Consider talking to a therapist.
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Interval training involves alternating between short high-intensity and long low-intensity activities to make your workouts more effective. When you develop your workout routine, look for activities that push your limits and are difficult to complete and plan to do them in 30-second bursts. Then choose less strenuous activities and complete them for 3-4 minutes at a time.  For example, you may incorporate 30 seconds of jogging or sprinting followed by 3-4 minutes of brisk walking. Continue alternating between them until you finish your workout. Aim to exercise at least 4-5 days each week with interval training. Interval training also allows you to burn more calories than a regular workout. Doing frequent cardio workouts prevents you from getting winded during a fight and boosts how long you last against your opponent. Incorporate exercises such as running, swimming, or cycling into your weekly routine so you can stay fit. Start with a 10-minute warmup so you can prepare for the rest of your workout before switching to higher-intensity exercise to keep your heart rate in your target range.  Aim to do cardio for 45-60 minutes at least 2-3 times per week. If you’re at a gym or have the equipment, you can also include using a treadmill, elliptical, rowing machine, or stepping machine for your cardio workout. Strengthening your arms allows you to throw more powerful punches and block hits better. Keep your arms straight down at your sides and hold dumbbells in each hand. Make sure the weight of the dumbbells is easy for you to lift repeatedly without getting tired. Bend your arms at the elbow to curl the weights up to your shoulders in controlled motions. Slowly lower your arms back down to your sides to complete the rep. Aim to do 3 sets of 15-20 reps for your workout. Stand up straight with your arms at your side and take a large step forward with one foot. As you step forward, bend your knees until your front leg forms a 90-degree angle. Pause for 1 count before standing upright again. Alternate which leg you...

TL;DR in English: Try interval training to get the most out of your workouts. Practice cardio exercises to increase your endurance. Build your arm muscles by doing curls with low weights. Exercise your legs and core by doing lunges. Do push-ups to develop your arms and core. Incorporate jump squats into your routine to exercise your legs. Practice doing burpees to get a full-body workout. Do dips to work out your arms, chest, and back.
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There are literally hundreds of olive tree varieties around the world. Some are similar with only slight differences in olive color and flavor. Others are extremely different and have growing preferences which impact the ripening time.  For example, the four main types in California are: Mission, Manzanillo, Sevillano and Ascolano. Even though these are grown in the same state, the diverse climate, coupled with a particular olive strand, yields a range of results. Significantly research your location to determine which type of olive will prosper. Growing from seed, you will get more of a wild variety than any of the parent trees it came from. This may sound easy, but the fruit must be picked directly from the tree so the seed remains alive. Olive trees prosper in climate zones 8-11. These areas have a subtropical climate and mild winters. Pick them in early autumn, after the fruits ripen and are green. Leave the black ones. Don't pick any off the ground and make sure the ones you choose don't have any holes from insects.  Using olives purchased from a grocery store will not work. These have been processed for consumption which means they've been cooked. This process kills the seed inside the pit, so they are no longer viable. Raw olives from the produce section may be viable, though. If you don't have access to an olive tree, many large orchards will ship pits/seeds directly to you. Once you have the olives, gently smash the flesh with a hammer to loosen the fruit around the pit. Cover the crushed olives with warm water and soak them overnight. Stir the water every few hours or so. Jostling them will encourage the fruit to loosen further.  If a hammer isn't available, use a wide knife and smash with the flat side. If you notice a few floating to the surface, gather these and discard. They are likely rotten. Gather the pits and use a scour pad to rub the excess skin off. This is the same pad you probably use on pots and pans. After you've rubbed the skin, thoroughly rinse the pits in warm water for several...

TL;DR in English: Determine the type of tree you want to grow. Gather olives. Place the olives in a bucket. Drain the water. Cut the ends of the pits.
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For this example, we used a simple black background with the word "FIRE!" in Arial Black on a second layer. It's important that the text be on a different layer than the background. If you're using an existing document, work with a copy of the original. Drag the original text layer to the New Layer icon at the bottom of the Layers window. Once duplicated, click on the Fx menu at the bottom of the Layers menu, and select Outer Glow. In the resulting Layer Style window, change the glow color from yellow to white, and Opacity to 100%, as shown: Click the OK button. Your image should now look like this: From the Filter menu, select Blur > Gaussian Blur... Photoshop will prompt you with a warning that this action will rasterize the type layer, and that you will not be able to edit the actual text if you proceed. OK the warning, and set the blur so that it looks something like this: Note that if your text layer is larger or smaller than our example, the actual Radius setting will vary. The example was done using 72pt type. Click on the Smudge tool (below the Gradient tool), then click on the brush settings at the top of the window. In the resulting smudge tool adjustment window, use these settings: With these settings, you're going to "draw" the fire. As with any kind of brush work in Photoshop or other graphics applications, the use of a tablet is recommended. Using the smudge tool, brush from the letters outward, to give the appearance of flames. Short, quick strokes will give you the best result, and if you're using a brush, vary the thickness by pressure. Your fire should look as shown: When done, duplicate the smudged layer. From the Filter menu, select Blur > Radial Blur..., and in the resulting window make the following settings: While subtle, this will give your fire an additional burst of energy From the Image menu, select Grayscale. Once again, Photoshop will issue a warning that this will flatten the image, and can have an effect on your image. Click the Flatten button to continue. From the Image menu,...

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Provide moderate water. Train the plant if desired. Spread mulch. Fertilize with caution. Prune three times a year. Treat the plant for pests when necessary. Watch out for fire blight and scab.

Entering conversations with a good attitude will lead to more positive interactions with others and make it easier to get along. Smile and talk about positive things to the extent that you are able.  You don't need to fake happiness if your best friend has just died, but generally, try not to burden others with your problems, especially minor gripes. For example, if someone asks how you are, and you've just gotten in from a long, difficult commute, try to think of something good that happened that day that you can tell him or her about rather than immediately expressing your frustration with rush hour traffic. Don't just talk about yourself when interacting with others. Find something genuinely interesting about what they have to say, and ask questions about them.  This will make other people feel more important and valued by you.  Be a good listener. People want to feel that what they have to say is heard by others. This will make people enjoy talking to you more and reduce conflict in your day-to-day conversations. Be careful of other people's feelings when talking to them. Avoid unnecessary criticisms or mean-spirited jokes that might make others feel bad. Compliment others, especially at the start of a conversation. Starting a conversation off with some sincere flattery will get things off on the right foot. Each person walks, talks, and generally moves through life at a different pace than others. It's easy to feel like your own pace is the "natural" one, but try to match the pace of other people. If someone talks slowly and quietly, avoid talking to him loudly and at a rapid pace. This will make it more enjoyable and comfortable for the other person to talk to you. It's important to respect people's differences, but it's also good to focus on what you have in common with others. This will make conversation smoother and easier for both of you.  This works at both the individual and cultural level. Whether someone comes form a completely different culture or just has a very different personality from...

TL;DR in English: Be cheerful. Take an interest in other people. Be kind and considerate. Match the pace of others. Focus on your similarities. Don't make promises you can't keep.
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A pressurized water gun goes through water quickly, and using a large water bottle helps alleviate this issue. Choose a bottle that has a resealable cap so that you can refill the bottle when it has run out of water.  Other materials you'll need include a hand-held bike pump, a small drill or tack, and tape. Bear in mind that you’ll be carrying the bottle while you use it as a water gun. A two liter bottle full of liquid can be somewhat heavy, roughly weighing 4 pounds. You will be inserting a bike pump needle into the opening you make, so make sure the hole is large enough. It may be roughly the same size, or a bit smaller, to fit the needle correctly.  A tight or snug fit for the needle is ideal, as this keeps the water gun from “falling apart” easily during use. Using an hand drill or awl makes creating the hole easier, but be careful not to make the hole too large. Place the needle of the bike pump into the hole you created. You may use a bit of force if the hole is slightly smaller than the needle. This will help create a snug fit.  Apply some tape around the hilt of the needle, where it meets the bottle. This can help adhere the needle and pump to the bottle. Use a hand pump for making this squirt gun. Hand pumps are easier to carry around than other types of pumps, and better facilitate actual water gun play. This is where the water will spray from. A small hole works well, as the water will be fired through pressure created by the bike pump. Choose a spot that allows you to easily aim the bottle while pumping.  Puncturing multiple holes close to one another will create a wider “spray” effect. However, this will limit the distance the water gun fires, as the pressure will be divided between both holes. A large hole will create a large stream of water, but will more quickly consume the water, and requires greater pressure to travel further. Holding the pump and bottle in position, start pumping the bike pump. As air is pumped into the bottle, pressure will build, forcing water out of the only opening...

TL;DR in English: Purchase your materials. Pierce a hole in the bottle cap. Insert the bike pump. Create a hole elsewhere on the bottle. Pump the bike pump.
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Benzoyl peroxide is one of many acne treatments. Benzoyl peroxide is used for mild to moderate acne. Other acne treatments can be suggested or prescribed by a doctor (usually a dermatologist) and include:  Salicylic acid, clindamycin, doxycycline, erythromycin, and tetracycline. Topical medications such as retinoids (such as Retin-A) or Dapsone Topical or oral antibiotics Medications to control hormones, such as oral contraceptives (for women) or anti-androgen agent (for men) Isotretinoin (usually for the most severe cases of acne) Not all acne treatments take the form of oral or topical medications. You may wish to look into other treatments performed by dermatologists. These treatments include light therapy, laser treatments, chemical peels, whitehead and blackhead extraction and steroid injections. . Though it is not entirely understood, there is a known connection between stress, cortisol, and increased acne. Learn positive ways to cop with stress, such as exercise, meditation, or spending time in nature. Make stress reduction part of your routine. Though dermatologists debate the connection between diet and acne, some researchers have found that modifying your diet (adopting a low-glycemic diet, specifically) can be beneficial. Some products, such as zinc, aloe vera, tea tree oil, though often disputed by dermatologists, have been tried as alternative, or additional, therapy to traditional acne treatments. For moderate to severe acne, most dermatologists recommend a combination of treatments that pair topical medications with oral medications.

TL;DR in English: Know what options you have. Investigate alternative therapies. Reduce stress Adjust your diet. Use natural supplements. Investigate combined treatments.
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Creating an eating schedule will help to teach your child that eating is a part of everyday life and that feeding herself is something she will need to be able to do when she grows up. However, just because meals should be routine does not mean that they should be lacking in fun. Pick out colorful toddler utensils, plates, and bowls for your child to eat off of. Look for ones with fun designs like pictures of dinosaurs or animals. There will be days when your child will simply want you to feed her and that’s okay. The next day, you may find that she is again up to the task of feeding herself. Her desire to feed herself is your chance to let her have at it. Be prepared for your child’s independence to be messy; remember that you are teaching her a life skill—a little pasta sauce on your tablecloth is worth it. Reassure your child when she makes a mistake, no matter how messy that mistake may be. The important thing is that she learns from her mistakes and keeps on practicing. Try not to get frustrated when she makes a mistake and food goes flying. While it may be annoying to clean up after your toddler, learning how to use utensils is an essential part of your toddler’s early life. Keeping a positive attitude will help your child to keep trying. Explain why you are choosing to use a spoon, rather than a fork, when you eat cereal with milk. Likewise, explain the necessity of using a fork when eating pasta. Helping your child to understand your choices will help her to make her own choices in the future. Give allowances during feeding time and be reasonable with your expectations. You can’t expect her to finish all of her food in five minutes just because you said so. Know that feeding time can be daunting to her as well. The important thing is to make sure that feeding time should be an enjoyable time for both you and your toddler. If your child loves spaghetti, try introducing her to other pastas or using a different sauce. If she loves bananas, add them to her pancakes, oatmeal or yogurt. Doing this will help...

TL;DR in English: Create a schedule for meals. Support your child when she wants to be independent. Remember that mistakes are ok. Explain what you are doing during meal times. Be patient and reasonable. Try to incorporate variations of your child’s favorite food into each meal.
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Established pyracantha can survive mild to moderate droughts, but if the area has not received any rainwater in over a week, you should soak the soil around the base of the plant using a garden hose. Provide enough water to thoroughly saturate the soil.  If the plant begins to drop leaves, it probably isn't getting enough water. If the leaves begin to turn yellow or if the wood of the plant becomes soft, it might be receiving too much water. If you planted the pyracantha against a wall or fence, you can encourage it to grow upward and against this structure instead of growing outward.  Most pyracantha cultivars are strong enough to hold themselves against a wall or fence without any assistance, but they will still benefit from being tied down. Run wires along your wall next to the pyracantha and tie the branches of the shrub to these wires with string or cable ties. If you are training the pyracantha against a fence or trellis, you can tie the branches directly to the structure using string or cable ties. Spread a 2-inch (5-cm) layer of organic mulch around the base of each pyracantha shrub. Mulch can hold in moisture, thereby preventing the roots of the plant from weakening due to intense dry weather. Mulch also protects the plant from ground frost during cold winters Fertilizer is usually unnecessary when you're dealing with pyracantha. If anything, nitrogen-rich fertilizers can do more harm than good.  Nitrogen causes the plant to grow too many leaves. As a result, fruit yield suffers and the plant can be more susceptible to disease. If you do choose to fertilize the plant, use a balanced fertilizer containing equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium or one containing more phosphorus and potassium than nitrogen. Apply it once during early spring and a second time during late summer. You can technically prune pyracantha during any time of the year, but many gardeners choose to prune these shrubs once in mid spring, once in early to mid fall, and once more in late fall to early winter.  Wait until the...

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Press and hold the Sleep/Wake button. Release the button when the "slide to power off" slider appears at the top of the screen. Swipe "slide to power off" to the right.

Know their greatest desire, because this will keep the plot alive. Know their past, their biggest fear, their most embarrassing moment, their darkest secrets. Even if some of this doesn't show up in your story, that's okay. Knowing your characters will convince them that they are alive, and will do the same for their reader. Once you have the essentials down, start interviewing your character. How does she/he look at the world? Pretend that you're someone on a talk show interviewing a celebrity. Watch some talk shows for ideas on questions to ask your character. Ask as many questions as you'd like until you get a real feel for your character. Put the folder in an easily accessible place so that you can continuously go back and take another look at the details of your character while writing. This will ensure that your character is strong from start to finish of your story, instead of starting strong and dwindling away as the story progresses. Now start your story with a strong, convincing character!

TL;DR in English: Know your characters inside out. Interview your character. Make sure that all the aspects of your character have been written up and stuck into the folder.
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Of course, you should always pay your credit card bills on time, as late payments could result in credit limit (and credit score) decreases. Six months is simply the minimum amount of time you will have to make timely payments on your account before creditors will even consider raising your credit card limit. Your credit utilization is pretty much how much money you have on your credit card compared to your overall limit. For example, if you have $4,900 worth of debt on a card that has a $5,000 limit, your credit utilization is extremely high. If, on the other hand, you have $300 worth of debt on a card that has a limit of $5,000, your credit utilization is extremely low. A low credit utilization is what you want.  If you have multiple credit cards, don't be hesitant to move debt from one card to another in order to massage your credit utilization. If one card has a higher limit, for example, move debt onto that card and off the card with the lower limit. Do this so that both credit utilization ratios more or less balance out. Shoot for a credit utilization rate (debt to limit ratio) of about 10%. A 10% credit utilization rate is ideal, however, so if you happen to have a rate of 20%, or even 30%, that's okay. Your credit utilization is 30% of your credit score, which itself is a factor in getting a limit increase.

TL;DR in English: Pay your bill on time for at least 6 months. Lower your credit utilization.
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A bit of planning ahead can make your attempts to start a conversation a lot more successful.  Are you at a beach where most of the people there are locals?  Or are you at a touristy beach where most people come from out of town?  Do you know of any fun events happening later in the evening that you could invite a girl you meet to?  Do you know of a great local restaurant or secret surf spot you could entice a girl to visit with you?  Check local movie listings and event calendars to get ideas for an evening activity. Keep an ear out for upcoming parties that you might invite a girl to attend. Whether you’ve managed to catch a girl’s eye on the next towel over, or have bravely walked up to her as she plays in the surf, at some point you will need to begin a conversation with the girl.  The best bet at the beach is to keep the conversation light and centered on the girl.  Begin by asking her if she’s having a good day so far. (Hopefully she’ll say yes; if not, ask her what’s wrong.)  Then tailor your approach to the kind of beach you are at. The answer will hopefully open up a chance to ask her about her work.  Ask her if she likes her job, or if her boss is good about giving her days off.  Listen for clues about the things she expresses interest in, and ask lots of follow-up questions. If it turns out she is a student, ask her about her studies and what she likes best about them, etc. If she is from out of town, ask her how long she has been in town and what she thinks of it so far.  Then ask her how long she is staying, and if there are places she’s still hoping to see.  If she seems receptive to your conversation (look for smiling, laughing, and other signs of flirting), offer to show her around one evening, or take her to a favorite local spot. ”  Try to mix it up a bit and try: “This is my favorite beach, what do you think of it?” Or you could ask her what other beaches she likes, or has been to, etc. This is the number one rule no matter what you are talking about.  Ask her what she likes, what her...

TL;DR in English: Think about the context. Start the conversation. If you are at a local hangout, ask the girl if she took the day off of work to come to the beach. If you are at a touristy beach, first ask the girl if she’s a local or on vacation. Consider trying the classic “Do you come here often? Keep the conversation focused on the girl.
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You can open Google Chrome or Firefox on any mobile device. Go to http://www.minecraftskins.com/ in your mobile browser. Tap a skin that you want to download. It's in the upper-right side of the skin's page. Doing so will open the skin's image in a new browser tab. Tap and hold the skin's image, then tap Save Image when prompted. Its icon resembles a block of dirt with grass on top. The Minecraft PE home page will open. This option is in the lower-right side of the screen. It's in the far-right side of the "Default" section, which you'll find in the top-left corner of the screen. This button is at the top of the "Custom" window that's on the right side of the screen. Tap the image of the skin that you downloaded. It will resemble a spread-out paper doll. You may first have to select an album (e.g., Camera Roll). Tap one of the skin models in the pop-up window. When in doubt, tap the one on the right. It's in the bottom-right corner of the screen. This will set your selected skin as your character's default.

TL;DR in English: Open a mobile browser. Go to the Skindex site. Select a skin. Tap Download. Save the skin. Open Minecraft PE. Tap the coat hanger icon. Tap the blank skin icon. Tap Choose New Skin. Select your saved skin. Select a skin model. Tap Confirm.
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It's on the upper-right part of the iPod's housing. It should appear in 3-5 seconds. Your iPod will power off.  To power on your iPod, press and hold the Sleep/Wake button until you see the Apple logo, then release it. If your iPod is unresponsive, you may need to perform a force restart.

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Know and obey your school's rules! Avoid drama and gossip. Choose your friends wisely. Don’t let your friends get you in trouble. Don’t do anything that will harm your body. Be realistic about romantic relationships. Know that gym class will be okay. Learn how to solve problems. Know that it gets better.

Put together some strategic questions for an online survey to circulate to your emailing lists. They don’t have to be elaborate or conform strictly to the scientific method. Simple surveys can still be effective. You might be more familiar with using a word processing platform or spreadsheet, but a dedicated survey tool is better. Consider using one such as Constant Contact or SurveyMonkey that aggregates results for you. These tools also have helpful features and types of surveys and questions that you might not have thought about. Decide from the outset which type of information you’re looking to learn so you can be specific and focused. Ask the most important questions first. That way, you can get your most important topics addressed before a respondent tunes out or skips to the end.  Make the survey user friendly and brief. Ask multiple-choice or “closed” questions: ones that can be answered with one word or phrase. This makes results easier to analyze for you, and it makes questions easier to answer for your respondents. Introduce some variety to your queries. You might add some yes-or-no’s to your multiple choice questions, or you could have them answer some queries on a scale of 1 to 10, for example. This might also be the exception to the rule of sticking to closed questions. You could ask an open-ended question or two for variety’s sake. A good survey should help you find out what your customers really value, and may give insight into how they search for you. Then, you can place yourself on the other end of that search. Survey tools also usually provide pie charts and other graphics to help you visualize results or to use in presentations.

TL;DR in English: Develop a survey. Don’t use a simple word processing document. Develop insightful questions. Analyze your results.
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Placing the grate 2 to 3 inches above the coals will create high direct heat for searing your steaks. Make sure one section of the grate has no coals under it; that safe zone will stay cooler for cooking the interior of your steak. Position the grate so that it is 2 to 3 inches above the coals. Leave a safe zone with no coals for cooking the interior of the meat. Aim to get the inside of the grill to 400°F if you have a grill thermometer. The thinner your steaks are, the hotter you want the grill. This is because you don't want to cook the inside of the steak before the outside is a nice, crispy brown:   1/2 inch thick: 425-450°F. You shouldn't be able to hold your hand over the grill for more than 3 seconds.  3/4-1 inch thick: 360-400°F You shouldn't be able to hold your hand over the grill for more than 4-5 seconds.  1-1 1/2 inch thick: 325-360°F You shouldn't be able to hold your hand over the grill for more than 5-6 seconds. Then, light the coals directly or light them using a charcoal starter. Allow the temperature to reach 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 C) before placing the steaks on the grill. The number of steaks that you can sear at one time will depend on both the size of your grill and the size of your steaks. Make sure that you leave at least a 2” (5 centimeter) clearance around the meat for even cooking. Cook the second side for 1-1/2 minutes. You should have a crispy brown crust on both sides of the meat. You can use your fingers to press on the steak and check it's doneness: You can use the fleshy part of your hand underneath the thumb to test out your steaks. To do so, simply press one finger into the center of the steak, then compare it against the following benchmarks.   Raw: Touch the fleshy part of your palm right underneath the thumb. It should have a lot of give.  Well done: Using the same hand, touch your thumb and pinky together. For comparison, touch the fleshy part under your thumb with the opposite hand, holding your thumb and pinky together. It will be firm.  Medium: Touch your thumb...

TL;DR in English: Get the cooking grate as close to the coals as possible. Place coals in the grill at least 2 layers deep. Get the right heat for your preferred steak doneness. Coat the grate with nonstick cooking spray before you light the coals. Place the steaks on the grill rack. Cook the steak for 1-1/2 minutes before flipping it over using a pair of tongs. Move the steak to the cooler portion of the grill and cook it until it reaches your desired interior temperature. Check for doneness using your palm as a guideline. Let the meat stand for 5 minutes before cutting. Finished.
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In some cases, it may be necessary to prove that you are worthy of a credit limit increase, even if you have paid your bill on time for 6 or more months. You can just ask for an increase in your credit line and hope for a favorable response, or you may want to better your chances by compiling information that supports your ability to commit to higher credit card payments before you implore about changes in your credit card limit.  Income. If your employment situation has improved and you are now making more money and/or working more hours, provide check stubs or tax returns. Change of occupation.  It is also useful to know that different occupations carry different credit risks, and that a change in occupation, even without a raise, may improve your ranking with creditors and qualify you for credit limit increases. Debt. Perhaps you've paid off a car or other credit accounts and your debt to income ratio is now lower. In this case, you may be able to provide proof of your closed accounts in order to receive a credit card limit increase. Loyalty. Tell them how long you've been a customer with them. If you have an outstanding credit history, low debt, and you've been a loyal customer through thick and thin, it's worth something to publicize that information. If you ask for too high an amount, your account could be flagged for further review; if you ask for too low an amount, you could be denying yourself of valuable credit. Examine your circumstances to determine how much of a credit limit increase is realistic for you (i.e. how much you want, how much you need and how much of a payment you can afford each month). This is where the rubber meets the road.  Some credit card companies provide their customers with an online option for requesting credit limit increases. If this is the case, you simply need to sign into your account and make the request through the creditor's automated system. Call the phone number on the back of your credit card to speak with someone directly about raising your credit card limit. If...

TL;DR in English: Gather supporting documentation. Get an idea of how much of an increase you would like to request. Contact the creditor to make your request. If your request fails, consider sneaking through the back door. Don't go overboard.
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When your clothes smell bad, you (hopefully) wash them, so why not use the same method for your shoes? For best results, remove the soles and laces from the shoes, then put all the pieces in a pillowcase or laundry bag to keep them together. Wash on warm or hot with your standard detergent. Repeat the wash cycle for especially-smelly shoes.  If you can, let the shoes air dry in the sun. Not only will this expose them to plenty of fresh air so that they can "air out" — the sun also acts as a natural disinfectant for odor-causing bacteria.  Note that this is not a good choice for shoes that can be damaged by water (like leather shoes). Shoes that have been exposed to sweat, moisture, and foot odor for years can have bacteria and fungi living deep within their fabric. To kill these organisms, a strong disinfecting soak may be necessary. This method uses bleach, so it's not a good choice for dark-colored shoes. You also won't want to use it for moisture-sensitive materials like leather. Follow the steps below:  Soak the shoes in rubbing alcohol. Let it saturate the outside and inside fabric completely for about five minutes. Let the shoes air dry in the sun. If the weather isn't being cooperative, use a dryer set to low. Mix equal parts bleach and water. Put this mixture in a spray bottle and mist the inside and outside of each shoe carefully. Pull out the tongue, sole, and laces to make sure the spray gets everywhere. If you have an anti-fungal spray, use this like the bleach mixture. Otherwise, let the shoes air dry again before wearing. If your shoes smell especially bad, you can try replacing parts of them to eliminate the source of the odor. A new set of insoles it probably the most effective thing you can buy. Insoles are sold as accessories at most of the same places where you might buy shoes and are usually fairly cheap. They can also feel great — many are made to provide extra comfort and support to people who spend lots of time walking or standing. Heat is a great way to kill bacteria — this is one of...

TL;DR in English: Run the shoes through the washer. Use a disinfectant treatment. Get a new pair of insoles. Carefully microwave to kill bacteria. Treat your feet.
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Just like in elementary school, there are rules and guidelines that you have to follow. Some of these may be the same, such as raising your hand in class. Some may be different, such as dealing with hall passes. Ask questions. Teachers and staff want to be sure you know what to do and if you understand their instructions or not. Don't be afraid to ask questions! Teachers are there to help you! If you're not sure, just ask. If your school has a student handbook, look it over. While it may not cover everything, it will make clear rules, policies, and expectations. Act mature. While staff will not demand perfection, your behavior will likely be held to a higher standard than in elementary school. Naturally, people talk about other people's problems, behavior, and lives. While being informed of the social goings-on at school is healthy, unfortunately sometimes there's going to be lots of gossip and some really malicious rumors floating around.   Try to ignore rumors, even when they’re about you, and if anyone talks or asks you about a rumor, tell them to ignore it and not spread it around. Never start rumors; they only break friendships, create enemies, hurt feelings, and make things worse for everyone. If you have an issue with someone, talk to them directly. Be kind. If someone is talking nastily about someone, feel free to react with kindness. For instance, if there is gossip about a breakup between two people, you can react by saying, "That would be too bad if they broke up. But I don't see how that's any of my business." For rumors of a person's sexual orientation, know that a lot of people are LGBT+ and there is nothing wrong with it. If people are, they are.  Help stop rumors by standing up for people and not participating by spreading the rumor. Protect other people's privacy and mistakes. You wouldn't want someone spreading your personal secrets around, would you? Drama is unnecessary. Some people think that a life has to be filled with melodrama to be important and appreciated by others. It does not....

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