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Also, the brain perceives the smiles of other people as a reward. In other words, when you smile at someone, their brain processes that as a reward. If you want to encourage someone who’s flirting with you, a smile is a good place to start. [3] X Research source One way to encourage him to start talking is to ask him his opinion about something. For instance, ask what he thinks of the restaurant, what he’s eating, or even a question about the team playing on television behind you....

Uncomfortable positions can really hinder your reading. If you’re in a position that’s causing you pain, you may be more likely to feel nauseated when reading in a car. Bring light snacks. Heavy foods can lead to nausea. Bring snacks that don’t irritate your digestive system. Apples, pretzels, and carrots are examples of light snacks to take on your trip. Don’t push yourself. If you’re getting a headache or you can’t understand what you’re reading, take some time off from the book....

A shorter incubation period signals a more heavily infected wound. Also, tetanus-infected wounds take longer to incubate when they are father from the central nervous system. Seek urgent treatment if you experience tetanus symptoms within fewer than eight days of exposure. On their own, a headache and a slightly stiff jaw should not terrify you. This could mean a lot of things. However, it wouldn’t hurt to check with a doctor if you’re worried....

When buying produce at the grocery store, avoid packing the product in an extra plastic bag if it isn’t necessary. Vegetables such as potatoes, onions, peppers, tomatoes, beets; and fruits such as bananas, apples, plums, and melons shouldn’t require an extra bag. Instead of buying canned soup or pasta sauce, read up in a cookbook how to prepare them at home. Practice “precycling” by only buying products whose materials can be recycled....

Check the tobacco to see if it is moist enough. Leave the tobacco in longer if it isn’t. [1] X Research source Hold the iron above the tobacco and let steam for 10 seconds. Be careful not to touch the iron to the tobacco. Heat the jar by putting it into an oven set at 200 F (~100 C) for 20 minutes or until jar feels hot to the touch. Let the jar stand for ten minutes....

Don’t use WD-40 on your windshield or windows. It’s an oily substance that will be very difficult to remove. Don’t have WD-40? Try a different bug an tar removing product. Your local auto store should have a selection of products you can use to take off the bugs. As a bonus, this method works well to remove tar, too. Don’t use a tough sponge or steel wool pad to remove bugs from your car - it will scratch your paint....

As your child starts understanding numbers, help them notice them when you’re out and about. For instance, point out signs with numbers on them or help them notice numbers on menus. Games like hopscotch also help with number recognition. [2] X Research source Shapes are also important when it comes to getting your child started on math. Point out shapes in the world, as well as with the toys they play with....

To make a larger batch, double or triple the quantities of each drink. Stick with a two-to-one ratio of Mountain Dew and Gatorade. [1] X Research source Even though Baja Blast has a tropical-lime flavor, the best homemade version uses Cool Blue Gatorade, and not any of the lime or tropical flavors. Transfer the slushy to a tall glass and enjoy. When the juice has been removed, use your knife to carefully peel the outer layer of zest from each fruit half....

In some parts of the world, icing sugar is also known as powdered sugar. In some parts of the world, flavored gelatin is also known as jelly crystals. Food grade citric acid is usually sold in grocery and mass merchandise stores with the canning supplies. If you can’t find it in a local store, you can also order it online. The citric acid helps give the sherbet powder a sour taste to contrast with the sweetness of the sugar....

Enhancement tint contact lenses intensify your natural color with a translucent tint. Since they are translucent, they will not completely change your natural eye color. [5] X Research source Color tint contact lenses come in a variety of shades and colors including specialty colors like amethyst, violet, and green. They are opaque so they will completely block your natural color with the lens color. [6] X Research source Always wash your hands before putting in or taking out your contact lenses....

Keep in mind that the frame size may be listed in either inches or centimeters. Common bike sizes range from 48 cm–62 cm. Bikes at the lower end of that size range are meant for shorter individuals, while taller people will need bikes sized 56 cm and up. If it helps you measure, you can remove the seat from the top of the tube and set it aside so the seat doesn’t get in the way....

The salinity of freshwater is less than 0. 5 parts per thousand (ppt), while the salinity of saltwater is about 35 ppt. [1] X Research source For a cheaper, but somewhat less accurate, method, try a hydrometer. If you are measuring the salinity of soil, use a conductivity meter. Note: Salt refractometers are used to measure sodium chloride dissolved in water. Seawater refractometers are used to measure the mixture of salts typically found in seawater or saltwater aquariums....

Inhale through your nose and exhale through your mouth. Encourage deeper breaths by imagining that your lungs are down in your abs. Practice on your own so it’s easier to do when your crush is around. You can do this right before you see that special someone, or even while you’re talking to them. Just hold your hands behind your back when you see them, or use whatever you’re holding (like a textbook) to hide it from view if you think it looks odd....

It may not seem like it, but steps one and two actually work to the same end. They both make you stop overthinking your interview. Once you’ve figured out what you can do better, it’s time to stop thinking about the interview. You’ve thought about it enough to learn from your mistakes, and that’s all that matters. Dancing can actually help shake some of the stress out of your body. If you don’t feel like dancing, try bending at the waist as you relax your torso, head, and arms, similar to a ragdoll....

Go slow. If you walk up and put your arm around a girl without knowing her well or flirting first, she might get offended and think you’re too forward. Flirting gradually over a period of time – even if it is a short period of time – is the best way to get a girl to go out with you. Girls like compliments as long as it doesn’t sound like a pick-up line....

VLC Player: this media player is available for Windows, Macintosh and Linux operating systems. It was at one point available for iOS devices, but was removed from the App Store by Apple. The VLC Player installation includes the VideoLAN client that supports FLAC files as well as Flash Video (FLV) and many other file formats. VLC is well known for it’s ability to view almost any video file, and plugins allow it to view any that can not in the default installation....

You can add or subtract players as you continue to play as well. If someone wants to join in, just wait until the next round. Likewise, if someone wants to leave, that’s ok too. Try to play with at least three people. More people will make the rounds last longer and can be more fun. Make sure that all players understand the boundaries of the game. You can even make the rule that if a player goes outside the boundaries that player is eliminated for a round....

Ask a friend or hire a golf caddy to help you lift your clubs in and out of the cart. Arm circles Overhead extensions Overhead side bends Partial squats Side lunges Keep the tempo of your swing slow for at least the first 15 swings of each set. Gradually build up to full tempo swings by your final few in each set. Avoid putting, swinging, or climbing in and out of sand traps, which can cause you pain and affect your mobility and stability....

If your pyramid has a different number of rows or is not horizontally symmetrical, go backwards to figure out where you may have made a mistake while dealing. Cards are only considered free when no other card is on top of them. Ace is low in this game and has a value of 1. Face cards are assigned special values: Jacks are 11, Queens are 12, and Kings are 13. Kings do not need a second card to form a match....

Camel toe is caused by clothing that doesn’t fit properly. When your pants or shorts are too tight in the crotch area, you may end up with camel toe. [1] X Research source Pants or shorts that are too thin in the crotch area can also cause the same problem. Too-small swimming suit bottoms are especially prone to camel toe. Choose the right fit. [2] X Research source Buy clothing, especially when choosing workout clothing, that has built in lining at the crotch....