Can’t find a time-out from your hectic schedule? You don’t need a perfectly serene meditation room to pray effectively, though it helps some of us to be centered and calm. But you can pray anywhere, anytime, in any kind of environment. A quick prayer in the middle of a hectic work shift? Make it happen. A shout of praise after you score a touchdown? Good call. Driving down the highway during rush-hour?...

Remember that there is no instruction manual for parenting and you’ll figure things out as you go. [4] X Research source Ask your family members, friends, and doctor any questions you have about preparing for your baby. Holding a new baby. Bathing your baby. Putting clothes on your baby. Swaddling your baby. Feeding and burping. Cleaning the umbilical cord. Caring for a circumcision. Clearing nasal passages with a bulb syringe. Recognizing health concerns including taking a newborn’s temperature....

Let’s learn more about how cleaning supplies cause headaches and what you can do to prevent them. How Do Cleaning Supplies Cause Headaches? Volatile Organic Compounds (or VOCs) are gases released from a wide variety of solids or liquids. They are often toxic and can trigger migraine headaches in some people. Besides causing headaches in many individuals, VOCs can be toxic or carcinogenic in some cases. There are thousands of organic chemicals that emit VOCs, notably cleaning and disinfecting products, degreasers, and cosmetics....

Metal, ceramic, and concrete holders that are large, heavy, and encase the incense are generally safer options. While there are no hard and fast rules or recommendations about exactly how far away you should place your incense from potentially flammable liquids and materials, use your best judgement to place the holder far enough away so that it wouldn’t ignite anything if it fell or blew over. Curtains, clothing, books, and newspapers, for example, are highly flammable and should be kept far away from burning incense....

You might start your bedtime routine at the 2-hour mark before your bedtime. Meditating is an easy way to relax before bed. Try listening to a meditation on an app like Insight Timer, Calm, or Headspace. Deep breathing can help aid in sleep. Place one hand on your lower stomach and breathe in so your hand rises with each breath. Hold the breath for a count of three and then exhale....

The inspector will likely charge a small fee for doing the surveying, but it’s a worthwhile investment in the long run. Your community may have funds available for replacing aging pipes, so you should contact your local government before deciding on a contractor. Contact your utility company before beginning construction, as they will be able to stop your service while work is being done. As soon as you notice some sinking on your land, you should contact a specialist in your area and get a price quote for this service....

Silk or polyester underwear traps moisture and bacteria against the body, increasing your risk of getting an infection. Cotton is a more breathable fabric, allowing air to circulate and preventing bacterial growth. Wearing thongs and other tight underwear can also cause a problem. Save these for special occasions and don’t wear them for more than a few hours. Avoid wearing tights and hosiery that aren’t made with breathable fabric. Choose loose clothing that feels breathable....

If there are any small repairs you can make, put them in now. It will disproportionately lower the sale price if you expect the buyer to make fixes. Test any old electronics to ensure that they still work. Furniture Valuation Guides, found easily online, will give you ranges of prices for most furniture. Look for items as similar as possible to yours. If you know the maker, model, or materials used, look up furniture with similar qualities....

Use a ruler or tape measure to find the size of your locket. Knowing the measurements will provide you with a reference point to use when resizing your image. It is better to guess high than aim low, because you can always trim the edges of your image later. It’s okay if your measurements aren’t exact. Get as close to an even fraction as you can, and estimate to a larger number rather than small....

Unplugging before the thunderstorm is ideal, but it may be the case that you are not near your computer when the storm is coming. Fear not, there are other preventative measures. Remember that even the best surge protectors will not protect against a direct lightning strike. [2] X Research source For ultimate protection, if you happen to be home, unplug the surge protector in the case of a threatening storm. The use of surge arresters can prevent damage through a shunt device that activates in one nanosecond or less....

If you do not have hats available, walk in such a way that minimizes your exposure to the sun. For instance, walk on the shady side of the street instead of the sunny side, or choose a path that keeps you beneath the shade provided by trees. Ensure your sunscreen is not oily. Your scalp can more easily absorb a lightweight, moisturizing formula than an oily one. Plus, an oily sunscreen will make your scalp feel greasy....

The U.K. strain, known as B.1.1.7, has been detected in several states including Colorado, California, Florida, and New York and “is likely spreading in communities across the nation,” according to a new report from the Brown University School of Public Health. Public health experts say the recently-approved vaccines are still effective against the U.K. variant. While the risk of severe illness or death does not seem to be increased, the variant is significantly more contagious than previous ones, according to the Brown report....

Gooseberry branches should fan outward from the main stem and shouldn’t cross over the middle of the plant. Isolating 5 branches will allow your gooseberry plant to focus its energy on those branches, which will lead to bigger harvesting yields. Cutting back the main branches in the early spring will encourage growth throughout the growing season. Cutting last year’s growth in half will result in stronger growth this year. Crossing branches can also rub against the main stem, which can damage and weaken the plant....

Call 1–800–SPALDING (USA phone number) and ask for a return authorization. Send the basketball and the sales slip to Spalding Consumer Relations / One Fruit of the Loom Drive / Bowling Green, KY 42103. Include your name, address, telephone number, and description of defect. This will release air and break the one-year warranty on Neverflat basketballs. If you’re having trouble, wet the needle end with a little saliva or glycerin. If you’re using a bicycle pump, find the plastic tab on the end of the tube and pinch it closed....

In addition, if you leave old polish on your nails, small chips could get pushed into your nail beds as you’re working on your cuticles, potentially leading to an infection. Unless you have acrylic nails or a particular manicure that requires it, you should avoid using nail polish remover with acetone, which can dry out your nails and cuticles. [2] X Research source Using a clean towel will help prevent the spread of bacteria to your hands, which could leave you more susceptible to infection once you have pushed back your cuticles....

The accent key is usually on the same key as the ~. It is not the apostrophe key. Clicking on your desired letter will pull up an enlarged version. Not all apps support the Accent Menu. This same method works across all Apple devices, including iPads and iPhones. [3] X Research source You can select by clicking on the letter, or pressing the corresponding number on your keyboard. You may also use the arrow keys to scroll through the options, and the Space bar to select one....

You are not “at will” if you have an employment contract. [1] X Research source Think back whether you signed an employment contract before you started working. Go through your papers and see if you signed anything resembling an employment contract at any point in your employment. Also think about any promises that you might have made. You can create an employment contract by making oral or written promises. For example, if you promised a boss not to quit without giving a month’s notice, then you might have created a contractual obligation....

Can I give him walks? Labs need at least one, sometimes two, walks a day. Can I provide for him? Labs need food, toys, food and water bowls, bones, beds, etc. That can cost a lot of money. Can I give him exercise? Labs not only need walks, but play time. Throwing a ball around for half an hour every day, along with one or two walks, can often be a hassle....

LIKE ANY OTHER UNIQUE PHENOMENON THAT NATURE whips up from time to time just to see if we’re paying attention, Tiger Woods is most easily defined by what he is not. Tiger is not a tantrum waiting to happen, not a strung-out soul. Tiger is not the creation of Svengali parents, pushed so hard that the only way he can reclaim his life and his identity is by failing. What Tiger Woods is–the most successful amateur golfer in the history of the sport–and how he got there–through an upbringing aimed at making him the best golfer since 15th-century Scottish shepherds smacked a feather-stuffed ball around the Highlands with their crooks–could have turned him into a head case, if not a court case....

There are a couple exceptions described immediately below this step, in which you can find partial information. GTIN refers to the data system UPC is a part of, short for Global Trade Item Number. [1] X Research source 12 digit UPC numbers can be referred to as GTIN-12, UPC-A, or UPC-E. For example, a company might be assigned the code 123456. It can then print any 12-digit barcode that begins 123456, creating one for each product....