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  1. <?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?><?xml-stylesheet href="http://www.blogger.com/styles/atom.css" type="text/css"?><feed xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom' xmlns:openSearch='http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/' xmlns:blogger='http://schemas.google.com/blogger/2008' xmlns:georss='http://www.georss.org/georss' xmlns:gd="http://schemas.google.com/g/2005" xmlns:thr='http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0'><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572302249403262853</id><updated>2024-02-08T03:19:54.001-08:00</updated><title type='text'>pdsaa6</title><subtitle type='html'></subtitle><link rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/feeds/posts/default'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/'/><link rel='hub' href='http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/'/><author><name>affefew</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16826212210657909734</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><generator version='7.00' uri='http://www.blogger.com'>Blogger</generator><openSearch:totalResults>6</openSearch:totalResults><openSearch:startIndex>1</openSearch:startIndex><openSearch:itemsPerPage>25</openSearch:itemsPerPage><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572302249403262853.post-3364169689995270751</id><published>2022-07-21T10:24:00.002-07:00</published><updated>2022-07-21T10:24:33.197-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Five Things To Expect From an Electric Car Charging Station</title><content type='html'>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp; You&#39;ve heard the &quot;buzz,&quot; but what can you really expect from an electric car charging station? Are you are seriously considering making the switch to an electric vehicle, but aren&#39;t sure what to expect? How much time and money will it cost? Are there any other pieces of information that you need before you make the jump to an EV? These cars are wonderful alternatives to traditional gas-guzzlers, so take a look below for more information.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;1. You can find an electric car charging station using websites and apps. As alternatives to gasoline-fueled cars become increasingly popular, more and more stations are popping up around the country and around the world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;2. There are three different types of cost plans for public stations: pay-as-you go, membership only, or free. Of course, these options are largely self-explanatory. If you travel often and to new locations, it might make sense to stock up on membership cards in order to be prepared for whatever you might find. However, some membership stations will allow you to pay per charge, though it will likely be more expensive. The free stations are often found on college campuses, though you may be required to pay a parking fee while you charge.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;3. A normal membership fee is about $20 per month, and there may or may not be an activation fee. These are becoming more common than pay-as-you-go stations, which can cost around $3.50 per hour. Again, free stations, where you only pay the parking fee, are also becoming more common.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;4. At a typical 120-volt electric car charging station, it takes about 10 hours to completely charge the battery of a hybrid and about 20 hours for a fully electric vehicle. Using a 240-volt station, it only takes about four hours for a hybrid and eight hours for an EV. Of course, if you don&#39;t let the battery run too low, you won&#39;t need to spend as much time at the station.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;5. When you purchase an EV, you also need to get an electric car charging station for your home. Fortunately, the prices have gone down considerably as they have become more common, and it is possible to purchase the highly efficient 240-volt charger for as little as $395 from some companies. These once cost well over $1000.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Old-fashioned gasoline engines are still considered the norm, so having more information means being able to make more informed decisions. An electric car charging station is still a strange idea for many people to wrap their heads around, but now that you have an idea of what to expect, it shouldn&#39;t be so scary.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Charge stations are becoming very popular with console owners, before this generation of consoles, we rarely needed to have batteries on our controllers, and after all, they were plugged into the console and required no extra energy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today things are different, since all controllers are wireless they need batteries. The Wii, to be specific use two AA batteries in order to be operative. However if you play a lot, you&#39;ll soon find that this replacing batteries becomes very annoying.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A Wii dual charge station is very practical because not only will you enjoy of a rechargeable battery unit, but will also have a nice holder for your controllers. The decks nowadays found in the market are very convenient and the design pretty much matches the design of the Wii.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Since these are dual charge stations&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;http://xovacharging.com/&quot;&gt;http://xovacharging.com/&lt;/a&gt;, they will let you charge two controllers at the same time. You have to keep in mind that if two controllers are charging at the same time, then the time it will take to fully charge an empty battery will double. So, usually a single controller takes 1.5 hour to charge, well if you dock another one, it will take approximately 3 hours.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Wii dual charge stations are the most popular of Wii chargers, since usually people play in pairs. If you need to charge more controllers, you can either buy anther dual charging station, or even take advantage of the new quad charge station found in the market.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you are going to invest some money in a Wii accessory, I would recommend you to consider investing on a Wii dual charge station. When seeking one, be sure to see if it meets your requirements. Ask about the charging times of different brands and how much the battery usually lasts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A USB charging station is a convenient device which can benefit you at the office and at home. It is a high powered desktop device that will make your life easier in a digital world where you have multiple items that need charging at the same time.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Most people these days have a mobile phone, a tablet computer and maybe even other items that require charging via USB. In most instances a family of our can have up to eight devices that all require USB to charge, as you can imagine this results in a lot of USB adapters and wall plugs to keep everything fully charged and operating at all times.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With a USB charging station you have the ability to charge multiple devices simultaneously. They come with up to four USB ports, all ready to take on your device and charge it to full as and when needed. The station can be used to charge one single device or more devices, all at the same time and with complete convenience and ease.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The main benefit of the USB charging station is that it is neat and compact. You can place it on your desk or on a table in the home and it can help hide unwelcome cables and a volume of wall adapters. When needed, you simply plug the device into the unit to enjoy a charging effect.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another benefit you will find with these devices is that each of your products that require a USB to charge will have different amp requirements. The USB charging station should recognize what amps are required for each device and then allocate the correct amount to ensure the best charging experience at all times.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Further it should provide you with the ability to save time and energy. With so many devices in the office or home relying on USB to charge, it&#39;s easy to lose cables or wall adapters, it can leave you frustrated and spending countless hours searching for cables. With the USB charging station, you can leave it on your desk as it looks neat and smart, it is always there when you need it, simply plug in and allow to charge.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It is quick and easy to use. In addition to it being neat and tidy and giving you the ability to use it in the office or at home, you will find that the simplicity of using this device can save you time on a daily basis without having to read through detailed manuals or trying to find the right charger for the right product.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Always ensure when you purchase an item such as a USB charging station that you only purchase from a reputable supplier that provides quality products from top manufacturers. You need peace of mind when it comes to charging the items you rely on daily, you need to know that they will charge without any damage and to the highest standard.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Shop around for products and compare them against each other to find the ones that are going to meet your particular charging requirements. Whether you have one mobile phone or a number of devices, you need to know that the USB charging station you use is going to provide you with years of use, convenience and ease moving forward.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Focus on quality over price to ensure that you purchase the best of the best. High quality products should come with a good warranty to provide you with peace of mind and give you years of use and enjoyment in the future.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/feeds/3364169689995270751/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/07/five-things-to-expect-from-electric-car.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/3364169689995270751'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/3364169689995270751'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/07/five-things-to-expect-from-electric-car.html' title='Five Things To Expect From an Electric Car Charging Station'/><author><name>affefew</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16826212210657909734</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572302249403262853.post-248638601331727514</id><published>2022-05-01T04:09:00.002-07:00</published><updated>2022-05-01T04:09:12.341-07:00</updated><title type='text'>The Best Day Trading Program?</title><content type='html'>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;Are you searching for the best day trading program? If so, then you are making the right move. Anyone who wishes to make money in the world of day trading needs to do so with all the tools available to him. To do otherwise could potentially undermine you ability to be successful. As such, acquiring the best day trading program for the stock market is of paramount importance. But, how to you select the best program? You simply need to apply some simple basic criteria in order to arrive at such a decision.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;On a baseline level, the best day trading program needs to be able to look at the stock market and make viable tips that play a role in deliver huge profits on trades. Really, there is no need for any system that cannot viably help deliver this particular result. If the system does not make any money for you, then it is not a system that you should be purchasing.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Of course, all day trading programs claim to be the best. If they didn&#39;t, no one would give serious consideration towards purchasing them. That is why it is helpful to look beyond the advertisements and seek out quality reviews on these programs. When those that have had good experiences write about them, you can follow these written accounts as a gateway to understanding the virtues of the system.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In other words, it certainly would not hurt to read reviews on day trading software programs. These reviews will generally provide excellent insight into the merits of a particular software program. Of course, this is only true if the review is a quality one that provides clear and accurate details on the system. Reviews that are written in a superficial or cursory manner cannot really help deliver insight into what really is the best trading program. Instead, look for reviews that are detailed, insightful, and provide examples of what benefits the consumer derived from the program. In short, you will want to read a review from a knowledgeable source that has actual first hand experience with the product he is reviewing.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;It also does not hurt to ask questions or recommendations for the best day trading program available. One of the most beautiful things about the internet is the fact that communication as been made easy. Social networking sites, message boards, and forums open the door for you to ask questions and seek advice in the simplest manner possible. Any question you may have about the stock market or stock trading programs can be effectively answered within a short period of time. So, why not ask some of the experts for a little help? That is what they are there for.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;If there is one specific system to look into it would be the Day Trading Robot. This is a system that constantly gets good marks and it often called the best day trading program. Perhaps your search for reviews and information should start by centering on this particular program&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Online stock trading programs have been giving that necessary edge to new traders as well as traders who are struggling to make their first real profit in the day trading market.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;How online stock trading programs work is that they remain tied into market data around the clock, constantly analyze it, and using mathematical algorithms based on different winning trading strategies, they identify and pick out profitable trading opportunities such as bottomed out stocks or those about to go on a profitable upward trend. Once the program has made its picks, it conveniently delivers the specific information which you need to know to trade effectively to your email or whatever other portal you&#39;d prefer.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Online stock trading programs have been growing increasingly popular amongst traders because of the best programs&#39; high winning rates. This can be accounted for the fact that these programs generate picks exclusively based on real time market data rather than emotions or any level of guesswork. The end result is higher winning rates and more gains at the end of the day, and best of all is that you don&#39;t need to know a thing about the day trading market beyond how to place a trade simply using an online trading account.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Day Trading Robot is one such online stock trading programs which I can personally attest for its worth. It uses 23 winning trading strategies contributed from a long successful day trader who helped design the system. By placing each of its recommended trades, I have experienced a very agreeable 80% winning rate, or out of every 10 trades which Day Trading Robot recommends, I win 8 of them. Much like real traders, these programs are not right all the time, but the best ones win so many of their trades that the gains far outweigh the lossesI&#39;d like to educate anyone curious about FX trade programs in terms of what they do, who they&#39;re for, and what you can expect to get out of them. The truth is that many of today&#39;s leading FX trade programs do the same things that you can do in the FX market, which begs the question why should you care about them?&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;At the birth of this industry, that is the FX trade programs industry, a number of publishers realized the profitable opportunities of advertising programs which would make you an overnight success in the FX market. The problem with these programs was that they generally went after any and all trades in the market, couldn&#39;t keep up with the pace at times, and would consequently lose more money than they took in.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;An FX program is only as effective as its winning rate, and interestingly because of this the best programs out today have scaled back in terms of how they operate. The best programs don&#39;t go after the trades which will make you an overnight success or the high reward trades, because these trades are extremely risky, even with algorithms guiding the trades. The point that I&#39;m trying to make is that today&#39;s FX trade programs are starting to become truly effective for their traders because these programs are starting to focus on lower risk/reward trades in the market to bring in some realistic automated income. They win the vast majority of their trades this way and duplicate their success in similar areas about the market again and again.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Essentially when you think about it, these FX trade programs are doing the same tasks that an experienced trader or semi experienced trader could do. Why this is a good thing and why you should care is for a few reasons. One, the market is 24/5 during the week, leaving you a great deal of ground to cover if you&#39;re going to keep up with the positions of currencies around the clock in order to truly be successful&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://canadianfuturestrader.ca &quot;&gt;https://canadianfuturestrader.ca&amp;nbsp;&lt;/a&gt;. An automated program which could perform this task for you would be invaluable. Secondly, it&#39;s a great deal more cost effective to employ an automated program to carry this out rather than an expensive and overblown full service broker who takes commissions from you on top of a fee, most FX trade programs cost just over $100, and that&#39;s a one time cost.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;. As the technology advances and the complex web of understanding how day trading markets react begins to unravel, we&#39;ll see these programs continue to deliver better and more successful winning rates.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;b&gt;What Translation Agencies want from a Translator&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Competition is fierce among freelance translators nowadays. As more people go into the profession of translation they are all seeking the same jobs with the same translation agencies. Many translators become frustrated at not receiving continuous work from an agency and many can not even get on the books. These 10 tips for freelance translators will give you an idea of what translation agencies are looking for and how to get a relationship started.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;1) Applying&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation agencies receive tens of applications per day from translators. Do not simply send a speculative email stating you want translation work. People are busy and such a lazy approach would be lucky to receive a reply. Make sure you search the website first for information on how to apply. If there is none, send a short email asking for the application process. Make sure you read this carefully.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;2) Your details&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation project managers want quick and easy access to your details. Make sure you highlight your qualifications, experience, rates per 1000 words and always offer two references. It is not uncommon for applicants to forget to add their phone number and email address. Obviously if someone can not contact you, the chances of getting any work are limited.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;3) Accept Small Jobs&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Smart translation agencies test new translators by sending them small pieces of translation work. This is to check their language skills and reliability. Once they have trust in a translator they will send them bigger and better pieces of work. If a translator takes the attitude that such small jobs are beneath them, a relationship will be hard to develop.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;4) Deadlines&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Deadlines are crucial for translation agencies. Missing one gives a bad impression to the client and does nothing to encourage them to send you more work in the future. Ensure you examine work thoroughly before offering a deadline to a translation agency or accepting one that has been stipulated. It is better to be open and honest and keep your reputation intact rather than stretch yourself, miss a deadline and ruin your reputation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5) Communication&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation agencies prefer translators who communicate with them. This can mean anything from informing them that a translation may be slightly late to giving them insight into problems they faced with the text. For example, if a translation has been carried out from a source text that was either poorly written, did not make sense in places, hard to read or anything else that prevented a top quality translation, this should be explained. The translation agency is then able to pass this on to their client.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;6) Format&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;When a translator is sent a translation, it is expected to be returned in a format that mirrors the original. This is because the chances are that the translation agency and/or client may not understand one of the languages. They therefore need to be able to look at the two documents and easily see what relates to what. Sending a poorly formatted translation leads to frustration for the agency.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;7) If you don&#39;t know - ask&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translators may often get stuck on a word, a phrase or get confused over something like the layout. It is always better to ask than guess or ignore the issue. By checking you ensure you cover your back and the translation agency&#39;s.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;8) Invoice promptly&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation agencies may differ on how they like to be invoiced by their translators. It may be a good idea to check this before sending your first invoice. Ensure the invoice has all your details, the job details (including any reference you have been asked to use), the number words, the rate and the total amount owed. Also include information on how you wish to be paid. Always remember to invoice promptly.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;9) Availability&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Once you have a decent relationship with an agency it may be a good idea to start a diary of availability. This may simply be sending them an email informing them of the fact you are working on a large job until a particular date or even having a webpage that indicates your availability on certain dates.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;10) Be nice!&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translators need to remember that the agency is their client. Many a translator has been dropped from the books for being impolite or simply rude. As a client, the agency needs to be respected and good customer service offered.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;All of us have heard or read terms like translation agency, translation company, localization agency and language service provider (LSP). Many people new to translation and localization are sometimes confused by the jargon. This article will help clear up the confusion with the often interchangeable terms &quot;translation&quot; and &quot;localization&quot; as well as other terminology associated with the translation industry. Although translation and localization have distinct meanings, the term localization has gained popularity and is sometimes used in place of translation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation Agency, Localization Company or Language Services Provider?&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Technically, all of the terms in the heading above could be describing the same organization. Language Services Provider (LSP) has become increasingly popular in conference presentations, because the term is more general and describes a full service organization that may do more than just translation. In terms of common usage, translation agency is an older, more traditional term, whereas Language Service Provider (LSP) is a more current, commonly used term for a company or partner that provides a broad range of translation or linguistic services.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Common Translation Industry Terminology&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation Agency: A translation agency provides translation services. This term is often used interchangeably with translation company or localization agency. A translation agency provides translation services and manages translation projects for clients. Some translation agencies may also provide interpreters, multilingual desktop publishing (DTP) and other language related services such as website translation and software translation. (Also referred to as a Localization Agency, Language Service Provider, Globalization Services Provider)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation: The act rendering the meaning of one language into another. Stated another way, translation is communication of the meaning of a source-language text by means of an equivalent target-language text. Translation is performed by a translator or translation team.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Copy writing or transcreation: While transcreators strive to actually copy write into a target language, the primary responsibility of a translator is to accurately translate the source content into a target language.&amp;nbsp; In order to stay true to the source content, this can result in translations that are more literal. Multilingual projects that involve marketing or persuasive text may frequently require true copywriting or what is known as &quot;transcreation&quot;. In many cases translated text must be then rewritten to make the message persuasive, as well as accurate and culturally appropriate.&amp;nbsp; In some cases, a target language locale may be so different that a complete rewrite of source marketing text is required.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Localization (L10n): The Localization Industry Standards Association (LISA) defines localization as follows: &quot;Localization involves taking a product and making it linguistically and culturally appropriate to the target locale (country/region and language) where it will be used and sold.&quot; Localization must take the locale into consideration, for instance Brazil for Portuguese vs. Portugal.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Internationalization (I18n): Internationalization is a process which generalizes a software product (or website) so that redesign will not be necessary to enable it to handle multiple languages and cultural conventions. Internationalization takes place at the beginning of the program design and documentation development process. Separation of text from software source code is a critical aspect of internationalization. Moving translatable text, (the text that is visible to the user), into separate resource files prevents translators from changing or breaking the program code.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Globalization (G11n): The Localization Industry Standards Association (LISA) defines globalization as: &quot;Globalization addresses the business issues associated with taking a product global. In the globalization of high-tech products this involves integrating localization throughout a company, after proper internationalization and product design, as well as marketing, sales and support in the world market.&quot; Globalization involves both internationalization and localization. The concept of globalization is frequently used in a sales or marketing concept, defining when a company moves beyond home/domestic markets and globalizes websites for eCommerce to pursue consumers and sales in targeted locales.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Website Translation:Website translation is also known as &quot;Website Globalization&quot;.&amp;nbsp; In order to truly &quot;translate&quot; a website into other languages you may need both Internationalization (I18n) and Localization (L10n) services.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Internationalization (I18n) + Localization (L10n) = Website Globalization.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Internationalization (I18n) involves enabling the backend or the content management system (CMS) of a website to handle different languages, character sets, currencies, submit form data, site search capabilities, etc... and involves understanding what database and content management systems you are using to author, store and publish your website&#39;s content. Many recent versions of databases and content management solutions (CMS) are already enabled for other languages. Localization (L10n) involves translating and localizing the front-end and the user interface of your website into different languages ensuring all content (text, scripts and web graphics) is translated in an accurate and culturally correct manner.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Software Translation: Software translation is also known as &quot;Software Globalization&quot;.&amp;nbsp; In order to truly &quot;translate&quot; software into other languages you may need both Internationalization (I18n) and Localization (L10n) services.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Internationalization (I18n) + Localization (L10n) = Software Globalization.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Internationalization (I18n) involves enabling the code base of an application to support different languages, character sets, time, date and numerical formats, etc... and involves understanding your application&#39;s development platform and process. Localization (L10n) involves translating and localizing your software&#39;s User Interface (display, menus, dialog boxes, error messages), Online Help and User Manuals into different languages ensuring all content (text and graphics) is translated in an accurate and culturally correct manner.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Locale: a locale includes the language of the region as well as numerous other issues, such as character set support, date/time formatting, forms of payment, data/product sorting, phone/address formatting and more. Locales are associated with target languages; for instance Brazil and Portugal are locales associated with the Portuguese language.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation Memory: Translation memory (TM) technology allows translation teams to store and reuse both source and target language content for any translation project.&amp;nbsp; GPI&#39;s translation teams utilize translation memory tools in order to create and maintain multilingual glossaries and translation memories for our clients. These glossaries and memories are the proprietary property of our clients and can be provided to you as part of any project&#39;s deliverables. Tool use is client-driven and GPI can work with all of the commercially available TM technologies.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Translation memory is not machine translation (MT). The benefits of translation memory include:&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Consistency in translations on larger projects, where teams of translators are required.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Productivity and accuracy improvements.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Reduced costs of translations by offering leveraged pricing on repeat and fuzzy match text.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Revision projects can be handled in the most cost-effective, time-efficient manner.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Machine Translation: Machine translation (MT) is software that produces very raw, draft translations automatically. Machine translation software requires extensive upfront glossary development, strict adherence to controlled source language authoring and qualified translators to post-edit the raw translations that are produced in order to achieve acceptable quality. I utilizes human translation and editing teams who work with translation memory tools, NOT machine translation.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;GILT: An acronym for &quot;Globalization, Internationalization, Localization and Translation&quot;. This term is sometimes used to describe professional societies and association in our industry.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;CJKV: An acronym sometimes used to describe a combination of Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;FIGS: A common acronym for French, Italian, German and Spanish, four of the more common western European target languages for English source materials.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;BRIC: A newer acronym for Brazil, Russia, India and China&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://omegatraducciones.com/&quot;&gt;https://omegatraducciones.com/&lt;/a&gt;. These countries make up 4 of the fastest growing global economies. 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Indeed, for many a sportsman (and sportswoman) the hunt for guns for sale can be a never ending process.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Having spent any time at all shopping around looking for guns for sale, you realize that the costs of firearms can be rather expensive. As a result, you may be interested in some different resources through which you can find guns for sale at a cheaper, more reasonable price.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As with so many things in the 21st century, when it comes to guns for sale, many people are turning to the Internet and World Wide Web. In cyberspace, there are a number of different options available to you when it comes to guns for sale . By spending just a short time surfing around, you likely will be able to find exactly the type of gun that you are looking for at a given point in time. Additionally, you should be able to find a gun in your price range.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On the Net, there are an ever growing number of gun dealers and gun stores that have set up shop. Through these outlets, you are able to find a wide array of different types of guns for sale. At a good number of these Internet websites you will be able to find discounted pricing on some guns on a fairly regular basis.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;As an aside, if you make the decision to make a firearms purchase on the Internet, you must make certain that your purchase is done in compliance with all of the provisions of any applicable laws. If you have any questions regarding the legality of a particular gun purchase on the Net, there are a number of authoritative sites on the Net that provide basic information on the do&#39;s and don&#39;ts of guns for sale and gun buying on the Net. By taking the time to educate yourself on the ins and outs of Internet gun buying, you be in a better position of ensuring that you are operating fully within the requirements and mandates of the law.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In many instances, you will also be able to find guns for sale on the Internet at the various auction sites that are in operation online. In some instances, you will be able to find a number of different antique guns for sale, true collector&#39;s items. (More and more people have taken to collecting antique guns in recent years. The Internet has become a great resource for men and women looking for antique guns and other collectible items.)&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Finally, there are a number of different overstock sites in operation on the Net that can be a reasonably decent source for guns for sale online. The availability of guns at these sites can be a bit spotty. However, if you regularly check these overstock venues, you likely will be able to find a firearm that meets your needs and desires.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There are multiple things to consider when shopping for the best gun safe to fit your needs, and just like any other major purchase, you will want to do plenty of research to ensure you make the proper decision. If you are just beginning your search it may seem a little overwhelming at first, but once you understand the basics, your decision making process should be much easier.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Size&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;An optimally sized gun safe should comfortably be able hold your entire gun collection and gun related accessories without being too cluttered or messy. There are all sorts of sizes to consider, and most gun safes are marked with the maximum number of rifles they can hold, and this can range anywhere from under 10 to over 65.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;One of the biggest regrets people have after buying a safe is that they wish they had purchased a larger one. This is because, as you will quickly find out, there are so many non-gun related valuables you can store in your gun safe as well. Luckily, there are several accessories you can use to maximize the space that you do have. For instance, a door organizer can hang on the back of the door and hold many small, loose items, including handguns and ammunition; pistol racks can hold and organize your pistols; and jewelry drawers and cash boxes can help protect your jewelry, cash, and other small valuables that you would like to keep separate.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Large, free-standing, gun safes are great if you have multiple guns, ammo, and other gun related accessories for it to hold. But if you only own a single pistol, or would like to keep a pistol separate from the rest of your collection, you can also consider a pistol or a handgun safe. They are much smaller than normal gun safes and can easily be hidden inside of a closet or under a bed. They are also a lot less expensive than traditional gun safes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Security&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A steel plate encased within the walls of your gun safe is what stops a drill from being able to drill right through it. The thickness of the plate is measured by gauges, and the lower the gauge, the thicker the plate. For instance, 10 gauge equals 9/64 inch and 12 gauge equals 7/64 inch, making the 10 gauge plate slightly thicker, and a little more secure than the 12 gauge plate. 10 gauge and 12 gauge are the two most common you will find, just remember that the lower the gauge, the thicker the plate.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You will also want to consider the different types of safe locks. Combination locks are the most common you will find, and they are tested&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot; https://www.airgunkart.com/&quot;&gt;https://www.airgunkart.com/&lt;/a&gt;, tried, and true. Electronic locks, also known as digital locks, are just as secure as combination locks and perhaps a little bit easier to open. They are basically a key pad with the numbers 0 through 9, and can be opened by entering a pre-determined code. A common safety feature associated with digital locks is that they temporarily disable themselves after several wrong code entries, usually for 10 to 15 minutes. Electronic locks require batteries that need to be changed from time to time. Most manufacturers give you the decision between a combination lock and an electronic lock, with the electronic lock being a little more expensive.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A little less common, but just as secure, is the biometric, or fingerprint lock. Biometric safes can store multiple fingerprints and are even quicker and easier to open than digital locks, especially in the dark, since they only require the scanning of the proper fingerprints to be opened. These locks also require batteries.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;A couple of other important security features include fire and water resistance. Most gun safes, by their very nature, are at least somewhat fire and water resistant, but the degree to which they are able to withstand the elements varies greatly. To keep manufacturers honest in their claims, an independent agency called Underwriter&#39;s Laboratory (UL) tests for different levels of fireproof and waterproof capabilities.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For instance, &quot;waterproof&quot; and &quot;water resistant&quot; mean two different things. Water resistant means that the safe was tested in standing water for a period of time without damage to the contents, while waterproof means that the safe was completely submerged in water.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Certified fireproof safes usually come with a UL rating that labels the amount of time that the safe can withstand a fire without damaging its contents, and this can range anywhere from 30 minutes to up to 2.5 hours.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another proactive measure you can take is mounting your gun safe to the floor. This prevents burglars from pushing it over to weaken the structure, or simply taking off with the entire safe. Safes often come with pre-drilled holes and the proper mounting equipment to properly secure your gun safe to the ground.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It may be odd to think about, but you will also need to protect your gun safe from itself. Highly secure safes are almost air tight, which creates a humid environment due to the minimal air circulation. This is especially true if you live in a humid region. Metal objects that are exposed to humidity for too long will begin to rust, and this includes your gun collection. Fortunately, you can easily combat humidity with safe dehumidifiers. There are all sorts of dehumidifiers and none of them are very expensive, including electric dehumidifiers, renewable dehumidifiers, and silica packets.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Pricing&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Gun safe prices pretty much run the gambit. A large, free standing gun safe can run anywhere from several hundred dollars to well over $5,000. It usually comes down to a combination of size, looks, security features, accessories, and name recognition, with the median price for a good sized, high quality gun safe running in the $2,500 range. There are many different manufacturers for you to consider and they&#39;ve all got their own features and benefits, and there are all sorts of places for you shop for a gun safe, both online and offline, so with a little bit of leg work you can really find a good deal.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Searching for online gun safe retailers is a good place to start because, through the magic of competition, they tend to offer wide selections at discounted prices, often with no shipping costs or sales tax. This also makes it easier to comparison shop.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Composite Decking Boards Create A Natural Alternative To Wood&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For the home owner who is considering a new deck, yet wants to save on the cost, but wants the look, feel, and quality of real wood, the option to go with composite decking boards is one for them to consider. 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By comparing a few providers, the material of the decking, the strength and durability, and the overall product quality, prior to making the purchase decision, as a home owner you will be able to have the look and style you want, without the high cost hardwoods are going to run you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Although some home owners complain about composite decking boards, as long as you choose the right company to purchase from, the best installers, and as long as you take the time to research all suppliers for composite decking boards prior to purchase, you can be rest assured you will get what you seek for your home. 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While insurance can get expensive, it will ultimately protect your investment. If something were to go wrong on the land or in a building you own, you will be covered. Also, have a general safety inspection conducted once in a while too, just to be on the safe side.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Sign up for a good foreclosure listing service to be aware of the best possible deals when they come to fruition. This saves you time from contacting the county offices, realtors and lenders. These lists are usually current and can help you with your search.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You need to dive into a career in real estate investing if you want to get your feet wet. A major mistake is to not enter the market to learn about the business as soon as you can. Timing is an important aspect of real estate and you don&#39;t want to be behind the curve.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Speak with friends, family or schoolmates who have knowledge about the business and pick their brains. This can be a free source of information that can help you to develop the best possible strategy for your budget and skill level. Gaining more knowledge is imperative in this business to gain an edge.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Get your funding in check prior to scouting homes. You are wasting time if you don&#39;t know where the finances will come from. In fact, the delay after you&#39;ve found the perfect home can be the difference between you getting the home and not! The best properties will always have a line of interested investors.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Screen each and every tenant you come across. Many times poor tenants end up causing great harm to your property and usually they fall behind in their rent. So do a credit check, get references and always get a deposit and first month&#39;s rent before they move in. Taking these steps will help you pick out good tenants.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Prior to purchasing a rental home, know about the local real estate market. This will give you a great feel for the competition. This drives the desire for the property down and keeps it on your dime longer.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To make sure you buy a good piece of real estate, find out what similar properties have sold for. This will give you a good idea of whether a property you&#39;re considering is worth the price you&#39;re about to pay for it. There are public databases about recent sales, or you can ask a real estate agent to help.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Learn as much as you can before making your first investment. There are a ton of books available on real estate investing. Plus there are many online (and offline) communities out there where real estate investors share their best practices. The more you learn, the better chance that you won&#39;t make any critical errors.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&#39;ve lost money on an investment, take the time afterwards to understand why it happened. Look at your books and see where you went over-budget. Think about the things that you could have done differently to keep the numbers in check. Since big money is involved here, you need to learn as much as you can from your own mistakes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Although it can seem a bit daunting at first, investing in real estate doesn&#39;t have to be out of reach. It&#39;s a buyer&#39;s market at the moment, and allowing some time to pass will let you see great profits. 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In today tough competition, every businessperson needs to be on guard and take all possible steps to keep customers satisfied and happy. In other words, you should be willing to find out all possible means in order to stay customer-friendly.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;What this means, as a business owner, you must always devise strategies to keep your business as modern and advanced as possible. For this, you must always look ahead and think ahead of time. An instant merchant account service is essential for a hassle-free business. Hence you should do some research before committing to any one service. There are some basic principles that you should follow in your search for a quality service provider.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Use a service that is easy to understand and attentive to your needs. For this you need to be smart about your decision-making. No business needs a high risk merchant account service. High risk is bound to cause trouble. Hence try to avoid questionable services by doing a lot of research before committing to a service provider. You&#39;ll be doing your business a great favor. An instant merchant account keeps you hooked to the future. Whether you are building an e-commerce Web site, a traditional brick-and-mortar business or a mail order/telephone order business, you will want to open an international merchant account, which enables you to accept credit cards and/or ATM/debit cards as payment for customer purchases.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The account setup is hassle-free and instant. Your service provider will take care of everything once you have handpicked one. If you choose to use an online instant merchant account, you should also learn how to manage your accounts online. In fact, more and more businesses are choosing an instant merchant account service over any other type of financial account. It&#39;s no surprise considering the convenience of these accounts. You have no reason not to avail of the benefits of an instant merchant account.A High Risk Merchant account is a special account provided by banks to online businesses that have a high credit rate or a business that has a high turnover, large volumes of sales along with enhanced risk of fraud.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There is a horde of online services that ensure acquiring a high risk merchant account for the high risk businesses. Today there are a number of offshore merchant account providers providing such businesses with fully tailored merchant account services. These websites offer both high risk and low risk merchant accounts and credit card processing services for all kinds of businesses globally. Such services hold tie- ups with banks around the world to provide the best merchant account for high risk and low risk businesses anywhere. We also have an international gateway.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Businesses considered as high risk includes travel, adult, adult internet, amusement &amp;amp; recreation services, online casino and internet gambling providers, auto rental, lotteries, check cashing services, coin shops, collection agencies, dating, detective services, door-to-door sales, downloading of software and many more. Such an account can be procured from a domestic merchant account provider including a designated bank or a credit card processor or from any international or offshore agency involved in related activity.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;A high risk or an offshore merchant account require some amount of a monetary deposit or requires the company to be in operation for a specific period of time. Such an account can be obtained with very limited hassles and requirements.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The charges/ rates applicable for are high risk merchant account are relatively higher compared to a standard merchant account. However, the offshore merchant account providers can assure that the setup fee is charged for the high risk merchant account whereas fees for the other type of accounts are very small, sometimes with no setup fee at all. They also assure speedy delivery of funds.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;With rapid strides in telecommunication, offshore business process outsourcing is proving to be a valuable tool to many companies. Hiring a company that is located in another country may seem little odd, but it offers numerous advantages which the companies are quick to leverage. What started as outsourcing of low end IT jobs early in the 1990 has now involved in itself entire business processes like accounting and bookkeeping. And the value proposition of accounting outsourcing today encompasses many benefits and not merely savings in labor costs.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;These can be surmised as under:&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;1) Access to scarce talent: Talent pool in countries like US are aging and shrinking. According to a Bureau of Labor statistics about 75 million baby boomers are nearing retirement while only30 million Gen X&#39;s can replace them. The situation is same for many European countries. In a situation like this; many companies are struggling to find the accounting talent at a reasonable rate. Off shoring bookkeeping processes solve the problem for them.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;2) Transfer of costs and risk to service providers: Companies spend a lot in hiring, training and retaining staff. Then there is also the need of infrastructural facilities to be taken care of. Companies are happy transferring the cost and associated risks to offshore service providers who for obvious reasons,invest&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;heavily on staff development and governance programs&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://taxontario.ca&quot;&gt;https://taxontario.ca&lt;/a&gt;. Companies are also thus spared of the vital management cost in running an in house accounting department.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;3) Multiple services under single platform: Another great advantage that accrues to small sized businesses in particular is that a business owner has the choice of leveraging on the multiple services offered by these outsourced vendors.Since these firms specialize in small business accounting they also offer tax return services, payroll management, bank account reconciliation, financial reports,QuickBooks reports, etc. at a very moderate price. Any independent CPA would charge considerably for all these services.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;4)Better utilization of financial resources: Through outsourcing tasks such as accounting and finance,companies can reduce financial risk by utilizing financial resources intelligently. For example a company need not spend on an in-house accountant when all that is needed is the service of a bookkeeper&amp;nbsp;. Outsourcing of accounting services gives the companies this flexibility of selection and better utilization of financial resources.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;5)Reduced Overheads and great savings: Companies can save to the tune of fixed $50000 per annum by replacing an in house accountant with an outsourced one. Also fixed overheads like payroll expenses and employee benefits can be avoided.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There are multiple benefits associated with outsourcing of bookkeeping services. A Company enjoys not only increased savings but growth in efficiency and focus towards its core business. So it is always a win-win situation for a company resorting to outsource of bookkeeping&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: &amp;quot;Avenir Next&amp;quot;, Arial, &amp;quot;Helvetica Neue&amp;quot;, Helvetica, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;Arrested For Security Research?&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: &amp;quot;Avenir Next&amp;quot;, Arial, &amp;quot;Helvetica Neue&amp;quot;, Helvetica, sans-serif;&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Anyone who has ever done serious security research reached the line that separates good from evil. If you are working with phishing emails you get links to bad web sites. If you research security holes you deal with exploits. If you are researching botnets you are up to your neck in sensitive information that was obtained illegally.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;I&#39;m sometimes asked if we ever get &#39;tempted&#39; to cross over. The answer is simple: we may think like criminals and sometimes emulate their work, but it never ever enters our mind to do something malicious. Finding a SQL injection exploit that gives you full access to the database is fun; using this information to steal money or order items for free is light years away from what we do.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;But not everyone understands that, and that&#39;s scary. A member of THC got pulled over at Heathrow airport by the UK government. The story has a happy ending, but it must have been scary, not to mention frustrating.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;My good friend Zvi Gutterman found weaknesses in the Windows and Linux PRNG. Breaking the PRNG has consequences - while top-secret crypto systems will not use the standard Windows or Linux random number generators, who knows if there is a simple Linux based basic communication device used in one of the governments? An applicable weakness in the PRNG may have a serious impact and they might decide that shutting up Zvi is easier than replacing all their units.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;If you think the previous paragraph is a paranoid conspiracy theory, lets talk about investigating the links that pop up whenever we deal with botnets, phishing and malware. The police are demonstrating zero tolerance for child porn, usually by arresting anyone who has visited such an illegal web site. How will you explain to your family, when they see you on the 8 o&#39;clock news arrested on charges, that you are not a dangerous criminal and that you had no idea the link you clicked was to a nasty site?&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;There will be more incidents like the THC one. Security professionals can tell the difference between a proof of concept device to show how vulnerable GSM encryption is and an illegal wiretapping device. But the law officials can&#39;t, and often don&#39;t seem to care about the difference. Some of the time it&#39;s not even law officials: Fyodor had his site shut down to prevent spreading his nmap tool. Dmitry Sklyarov was arrested in Las Vegas for breaking the PDF encryption. In the Fyodor incident the decision was made by godaddy. In the Dmitry Skylarov case it was Adobe who got the court order.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;I wouldn&#39;t want to see security research being a licensed profession (like a private detective license or a license to carry a firearm) - I&#39;ve seen brilliant teenagers who think out of the box and find vulnerabilities no one else can, but are not old enough to drive a car. So what else can we do to make sure we hold a &#39;get out of jail&#39; card&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;font-size: small;&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The popularity of online casino gaming as a whole really started to gather momentum sometime between 1990 and 1992. Because the internet has made accessible numerous services and products to the public like they have never seen before, internet casinos such as ideal casino have seen a boom in their customer base. This seems to be the case every year as well.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Such a situation was inconceivable before then as there were a number of hurdles such companies had to overcome before making their services available to the masses. Even today, ideal casino is only legal in a number of countries as there are still some governments that are resisting such online activities. Some countries that have banned online gambling altogether include India, Russia, Israel and the United States of America.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The earliest casinos were a far cry from the global gambling giants that can be found in Macau, Las Vegas and Singapore. The types of games available were very limited and they looked quite different than the total entertainment package that we&#39;re used to today. The biggest casinos nowadays have incorporated fun for the entire family while their core revenue remains gambling. It is not unusual to have full theme parks on the casino grounds along with a variety of entertainment shows such as the cabaret.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;The pioneers in the casino industry pushed the envelope further by finally making their foray onto the internet, which gave rise to a number of online gaming centers which include ideal casino. The idea came naturally as more and more people started becoming increasingly connected via the world wide web. The internet has a sizable portion of users that are interested in online gambling and it can be done without the hassle of travel and accommodations. A few clicks here and there is all it takes nowadays.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;All the classic favorites were made available such as poker, blackjack, slots and roulette. As such, the industry boomed. With the availability of classic games through the internet, more and more people are willing to begin gambling online rather than at traditional casinos. This made way to pioneers in online monetary security companies such as Crypto Logic to develop and offer their services. The development of a safe method to exchange funds over the internet is one that cannot be overstated as it provided the framework for all other types of business transactions via the web.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Online casinos have managed to outdo themselves with the creation of what is known as &quot;live dealer gaming&quot;. Live dealer gaming is essentially gambling through the internet with the assistance of a live dealer, as opposed to computer graphics that are typically used. This was done to bring a &quot;live&quot; feel to the customer as opposed to an electronic one that is completely made up of computer graphics. This is accomplished with the use of live video footage from a variety of cameras. Players can play with a real dealer in a casino from the comfort of their homes. There are a number of live dealer games available from roulette to Blackjack to Texas Hold&#39;em Poker&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Does Viktor Yuschenko now want a Czechoslovakia style split up of his country? What would be the next logical step for an ideologue after beating all records for the worst incumbent electoral showing (a jaw dropping 5% of the vote)? The past month demonstrated that perhaps he&#39;d rather burn down the house if it will not be governed by his idealized notions of what Western reform means. Somebody as ideologically inflexible and stubborn against all odds or appeals to end human suffering (notice Ukraine&#39;s second depression in just 2 decades due to Yuschenko&#39;s damn the torpedoes insistence on Bush style market reforms) does not go away into the night easily. But more on that in a moment.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Hillary Clinton&#39;s hysterical ghost seems to have taken over Yulia Tymoshenko in the last few weeks. Tymoshenko has thrown everything but the kitchen sink at Yanukovych who was wise enough to not fall for her bait. There is now evidence to believe a kitchen sink equivalent will now be thrown if her opponent wins. Yulia has projected her own desire for electoral fraud (her people briefly controlled a ballot printing plant before being removed by a judge) on Yanukovych to such a degree that a lot of her supporters now expect her to challenge the results regardless of the loss margin.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Unlike Tymoshenko, Hillary Clinton was not one of the richest oligarchs in the country (Yulia made enormous wealth in energy industry during Kuchma&#39;s era) or already holding a powerful political position that could be used to destabilize the country in case of a loss (Hillary&#39;s damage was largely contained within the democratic party). Although Yanukovych has a 10% lead, it is likely to be a close win. Ukrainians are too demoralized to stage a second Maidan but that wont stop Yulia from trying to destabilize the country again&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot; https://www.mediasnet.net/.&quot;&gt;https://www.mediasnet.net/.&lt;/a&gt;. After all it worked for her twice in the past and she has the financial resources and government megaphone to attempt mass strikes and rallies. Such mass protests in Western provinces are especially troubling in that they could spiral out of control and result in retreat of Kiev&#39;s power. Since many in the Western pro-Yuschenko provinces only view her as a lesser evil (Tymoshenko just learned Ukrainian language in 2000 to be able to thrive in politics), it is also possible she may lose control over her own creation if she sets it in motion.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Viktor Yanukovych has remained remarkably calm in the face of preemptive provocations. This is understandable in that if he reacts with similar hysteria, bloodshed really is possible in months to come. European Union and United States intelligence services should be careful in how much they crank the propaganda levels in support of Tymoshenko in the next few weeks considering E.U. already has enough on its plate with Greece and Spain. Washington DC&#39;s intelligence has still not recovered from humiliation in Georgia and Iran in recent years. A European country of over 40 million people that is in the middle of a severe depression and that is more ethnically/emotionally polarized than ever before is not the same toy to play with as it was in 2004. Of course we can&#39;t expect British media to not try to stir world opinion against Russia even if E.U./US propaganda machines do not go into same high gear as with Iran last summer or with Ukraine in last presidential elections.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Preemptive attempts at destabilization have not been limited to Tymoshenko. There are a few factors to suggest that Yuschenko may want to split the country now that the dream is dead (bringing Ukraine into EU to eventually create a tangible &quot;new Europe&quot; block along with still prometheist Poland and the Baltic states to begin to wrestle power away from Germany/France within the proportionally represented EU parliament):&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;1) Actually achieved success in the past when his duties were compatible with area of his knowledge (aping of Baltic economic shock therapy rather than governing)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;2) Tasted actual popularity and the thrill of insurgent politics (the fact that Western intelligence services backed him financially and in the info war realm does not take away from the thrill he must have felt in being the figurehead of an eventually triumphant alliance)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;3) Appears rather emotionally callous and unempathic even for a politician (he knew fully well that a huge multi-ethnic federal country with an artificial and unconsolidated nationality will not respond to economic shock therapy as well as a small relatively homogeneous country like Lithuania)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;4) Tasted not only actual political power but the international support of the United States leadership along with briefly becoming a propaganda darling in deeply ideological Western media (who manage to turn entire countries into Potemkin villages at times)&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;In light of these, his going away decision (to make a former insurgent and Nazi-collaborator Stepan Bandera into a national hero) strikes an ominous tone. Considering that Ukrainians have now been living in Weimar republic style economic and political difficulty ever since Soviet collapse, all moves should have been made to take steps that ease tensions and potential for violence. Instead, Yuschenko has publicly equated Soviet Union&#39;s rule with Nazi rule and glorified a secessionist hero at a time when western Ukrainian provinces see a spike in popularity of hyper nationalist and often gleefully ethnic centered fascist parties (such as All Ukrainian Union-Svoboda party and crypto fascists that are readily allowed to be within the ruling coalition such as Congress of Ukrainian Nationalists).&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;[note: One must not use words like these lightly. The nationalism advocated by the fringe factions within the decaying corpse of the orange revolution is the primordial tribe rooted nationalism we saw in early 20th century Germany. This can be contrasted with the types of nationalisms (or perhaps more accurately supranationalisms) seen in USA, Russia, India, or China that officially emphasize a type of Lingua Franca melting pot unity for all regardless of racial or linguistic background). The primordial type stems from relatively recent acquisition of a nation state following a long period of weakness and political fragmentation of linguistically homogeneous people. Best examples of course are the experiences of Italian, German, and Polish people in 1850-1950 periods who emphasized unity of tongue for their new nations and a retroactively glorified semi-artificial past. Racial purity is not even a factor for recently unified people who lived on plains rather than well defended mountain heights.]&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Some may argue that a people must first go through this linguistic phase of rabid nationalistic consolidation before they can move on to the more accepting supranational consolidation. Considering that many ethnic groups in India/China/Russia effectively skipped the former period, the more proper argument perhaps should be that people strong and/or violent enough to have won a nation state should pass this consolidating period rapidly before moving on. In this case, the experience of Ukraine qualitatively differs from experience of successful language based secessionists in the Baltic states and yet aspiring secessionist groups like Kurds. The separation of Ukrainian party bosses from Soviet Union in early 1990s was most definitely not the type of violent mono-linguistic secessionism Bandera engaged in. Besides their acceptance of 2 languages and active participation of many Ukrainian Russian speakers, it can effectively be argued that the separation was a reactionary move by regional conservatives to be less effected by liberalizing influences from Moscow. Periphery regions like Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Texas, and Alaska tend to be a decade or two behind the socioeconomic developments of the older federal capitals. There was constant lag for things like industrialization, urbanization, perestroika when they arrived in Ukraine after their arrival in Russia. As Texas is showing us, there is also lag in resistance from political leadership who gain from preservation of the older order. Separatism is one form of such resistance and party bosses of Belarus, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan used it effectively. Linguistic purity of their regions was the furthest thing from their minds and was just used as a cynical political tool.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;Kiev today is thus Moscow in 1990s. Orange revolution was dead on arrival the way Medvedev would have been if he magically replaced Putin in 2000 (and as foreigner brought proportional representation was in Iraq after toppling of Saddam Hussein&#39;s government)&amp;nbsp;A strongman is coming to Ukraine and it remains to be seen whether there will be one or more of them and whether there will be one or more Ukraines in years to come . Tymoshenko perhaps has more than just her ego at stake in this election since she has more than enough skeletons in her closet (her dealings within the energy industry following post-Soviet privatizations) for a new government to dig up and bring before the courts if needed.&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;div&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/feeds/3269339829810253123/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/04/instant-merchant-account.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/3269339829810253123'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/3269339829810253123'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/04/instant-merchant-account.html' title='Instant Merchant Account'/><author><name>affefew</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16826212210657909734</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572302249403262853.post-2721004645931683259</id><published>2022-03-29T04:33:00.003-07:00</published><updated>2022-03-29T04:33:58.290-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Mental Health Maintenance Is Made Simple</title><content type='html'>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;In a given year, 1 in 5 adults struggle with a mental health disorder in the United States. This corresponds to 43.8 million people or 18.5 percent of the total population. Nevertheless, millions of people are stigmatized, discriminated, and isolated by their families, friends, and even employers because of the widespread myths surrounding mental health. This can make it difficult for a person dealing with a mental illness to recover. It is therefore, indispensable to dispel such myths and provide help to those grappling with a mental health disorder as early diagnosis and intervention can help a person recover completely and lead a normal life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Read on to find out if certain things believed about mental health are myths or not.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - Mental illnesses are rare.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Mental health conditions are more common than one can imagine. With 1 in 5 people being affected by it, 1 in 25 of those affected get a diagnosis of a serious mental disorder that impairs life function in a given year. It can affect anyone irrespective of one&#39;s gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion, and/or income levels.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - A mental disorder is a consequence of poor parenting.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Mental illnesses are not a result of poor child-care practices. It is a common affliction that affects 1 in 5 teens and young adults. Mental health is affected by genetics, environment factors, trauma, and so much more.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - People pretend to have a mental illness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - No one chooses to have a physical illness. Likewise, no one chooses to have illness like this. The causes behind this is extensively investigated and are genuine. Sometimes, the symptoms of a this might not be visible, however, that does not mean that someone&#39;s condition is not real.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - Mental health disorders are a result of personal weaknesses.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Just like any other major physical illness, mental health is also not a result of a person&#39;s character or personal weaknesses. It is caused by genetics, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices. A stressful marriage, job conditions, or strained relationships can make some people more susceptible to this. Biochemical processes, faulty circuits and the structure of the brain may also contribute. Long-term consumption of alcohol or drugs also leads to the development of mental illnesses.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - You are simply sad, not depressed.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Depression is not something a person can just get rid of. People often tell the depressed one to cheer up or shake it off. However, it is not just the blues that can be willed away. It is a serious mental health disorder which necessitates medication and therapy for proper management.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - Medications will help, you do not need therapy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - People with mental illnesses have different treatment requirements. They cannot be treated with a one-size-fits-all approach. The treatment plan for mental disorders should be customized to suit a person&#39;s requirements and medical history. People usually benefit from a combination of medications, therapy, and self-care. One must talk to a mental health counselor to know about their options.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - Individuals with mental disorders cannot handle school or work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - It could be challenging to handle stressful situations for all people, not just for those living with a mental illness. However, people with mental illnesses do have jobs, go to schools, and lead an active life in their communities. And if under treatment, they are usually seen to be doing well.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - People with mental disorders are dangerous and violent.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Research has shown that people diagnosed with a mental illness are subjected to violence and crime rather than being violent themselves. The onset of a mental illness is associated with a heightened risk of subjection to violent and non-violent crimes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - Only positive thoughts and prayer can heal a mental illness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - Prayer, positive thinking, and spirituality can be used as effective tools for recovery, however, these are not the only tools. Lifetime recovery can be ensured by integrating these tools with proper medication, therapy, and self-care. For this, one must talk to a licensed mental health therapist or seek treatment in a residential mental health treatment center, if the condition is severe.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Myth - People with mental illnesses should be kept in institutions.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Fact - People with severe mental illnesses or psychosis need to be institutionalized. The rest can stay in an inpatient mental health treatment center for the period of time of their treatment. With advancement in medical science, it is now possible for people to live with their families, secure a job, have a social life, and live a life well, while still being in treatment. A certified mental health therapist can diagnose the severity of the condition and help one ascertain their options.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;Your mental health is often drastically improved when you use the techniques Dr. Kuhn teaches in this article. When you are able to experience this improvement, your relationships blossom, career paths open, and people find you attractive and accessible. You deserve to have fun and joy in your life - and Cliff Kuhn, M.D. will help you do that.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In the classic Frank Capra film, It&#39;s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey&#39;s mental health is overwhelmed by the difficulties of his life and he wishes he&#39;d never been born. George&#39;s guardian angel grants his wish and takes him to a grim reality as it would&#39;ve been without him. George feels nothing when he reaches into his coat pocket to retrieve the flower his daughter, Zuzu, placed there - and that&#39;s when George knows that his wish has come true...he&#39;s never been born.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Wishing she had never been born, Roberta became my patient, seeking desperately to improve her mental health. Like the fictional George Bailey character, Roberta&#39;s depression and anxiety had grown so strong as to threaten her ability to lead any semblance of a normal life. Fortunately for Roberta, she soon discovered exactly why the natural medicine of humor is one of the most powerful adjunctive treatments for improving mental health, because humor literally pours water on the fire of depression and anxiety.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Roberta is not alone. As many as 35% of all Americans suffer from depression and anxiety, the twins that make mental health elusive for millions. Your depression and anxiety is exacerbated by your seriousness - taking yourself too seriously. As we move into adulthood, we unfortunately buy into the notion that responsible and productive people must be &quot;serious.&quot; As we make the biggest mistake of our lives and relegate our humor nature and fun to recreational activities (if we experience fun at all), we doom ourselves to all the symptoms of the corresponding seriousness that fills the void - declining health, rising stress, increased pain, lessened energy, impaired creativity, and more.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The good news for your mental health, however, is that we know how to shrink your deadly seriousness to practically nothing and reduce almost completely the sway it holds over your health, vitality, wellness, and zest. The natural medicine of humor is an incredibly powerful resource that you already possess; you&#39;ve only forgotten how to use it to maximum effectiveness. You will soon discover that, while not a panacea, the natural medicine of humor is a tremendous tonic for depression or anxiety and will also supercharge other treatments because it is an amazing adjunctive medicine too!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I have distilled the natural medicine of humor, through my years of medical practice, into an amazing prescription I call The Fun Factor. Based on what I learned over twenty years ago from a terminally ill fifteen-year-old patient, I created a unique set of principles I call the Fun Commandments, then forged these Commandments into my Fun Factor prescription and have been prescribing The Fun Factor with great success for years. This report will show you how to use just three of my Fun Commandments to turn your mental health around, and gain new joy, pleasure, and appreciation from your life!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Improve Your Mental Health Using My Fun Factor Prescription&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Step One: Always Go the Extra Smile&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The first Fun Commandment I recommend for improved mental health is: Always Go the Extra Smile. This Commandment is doubly helpfully for depression and anxiety because not only does it provide measurable emotional and physical relief, but it also is completely under your control - regardless of your circumstances. Because smiling remains totally under your control, it can be your greatest resource for using humor&#39;s natural medicine to accelerate your mental health.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Smiling produces measurable physical benefits you can experience immediately: your stress decreases, your immunity improves, your pain and frustration tolerances increase, and your creativity soars. And guess what? You experience all these benefits even if your smile is &quot;fake.&quot; That&#39;s right...forcing a smile onto your face perks up your immune system and lightens your mood just as readily as a genuine smile. Fake a smile and you&#39;ll soon feel well enough to wear a real one!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is great news for your proactive stance on sustainable mental health. You have an amazing amount of pre-emptive control over your mood - you can, literally, choose more energy and happiness. The key for your use of this Fun Commandment in enhancing your mental health is to start practicing right now, so that smiling becomes an entrenched, habitual method of accessing the natural medicine of humor. If you wait to smile until your mental health has taken a turn for the worse, and depression or anxiety has taken hold of you, it will not be as effective.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Step Two: Act and Interact&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Smiling leads us right into the second Fun Commandment you&#39;ll find instrumental in maintaining your mental health: Act and Interact. Humor&#39;s natural medicine works best when we are sharing ourselves and this Commandment will teach you how to capitalize on the control you&#39;ve taken over your physiology and mood by smiling. Acting and interacting is now easier for you to do because you&#39;re smiling more. Not only is your mood improved, but your smile is also a pleasant invitation to other people.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;My suggestion is that you solidify the power of this Commandment by setting a reasonable goal regarding the number of people you will interact with each day. These social interactions are great for your mental health, forcing you to exchange information and ideas with another person. Combined with your commitment to smiling, your interactions should be pleasant, because your heightened energy, lessened pain, and lowered stress levels are very attractive to others.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Beyond keeping you out of isolation, there is another reason why acting and interacting with the people you encounter fosters improved mental health. It allows you to avoid spiritual &quot;flat tires.&quot; Spiritual flat tires occur when you sidestep, or avoid, an interaction that is about to happen naturally - you duck into an office to avoid encountering someone in a hallway or you don&#39;t answer the phone because you don&#39;t want to talk to the person calling. This type of avoidance drains and deletes your reservoir of powerful natural energy and siphons your mental health reserves.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Have you ever noticed that it usually takes you twice as much mental and physical energy to avoid doing a job than you would have expended just doing it? It also takes twice the energy to avoid acting and interacting with the people who cross your path because you are, in effect, saying, &quot;I&#39;m going to correct the mistake that nature made by putting this person in my path and I&#39;m going to correct it by being mentally and spiritually negligent.&quot; Mental and spiritual negligence have the same effect as physical negligence (isn&#39;t it strange how you get tired if you don&#39;t exercise?). If your mental health can afford to allow this much energy to be drained, then you have a much bigger reservoir than I!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But spiritual flat tires do more than drain our energy, they are detrimental in at least two additional ways:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We miss out on an interaction with a teacher. If nature didn&#39;t have a lesson for you, that person you just avoided would not have been placed in your path. You say that the person you just avoided was a negative influence or would&#39;ve wasted your time? I know we have legitimate schedules to keep, but if I am avoiding people based on my prejudgment of them, I&#39;m cutting myself off from my greatest teachers - those very same people.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We all learn tolerance from the intolerant, patience from the impatient, temperance from the intemperate, gentleness from the ruffian, etc. I am supremely grateful for those teachers and the lessons they give me.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We create a small, nagging spiritual void of dishonesty, the kind of dishonesty that keeps us from laying our heads down with complete peace of mind each night. Our spiritual flat tire is caused by the pothole our avoidance created; it is a natural consequence, or symptom, of our spiritual dishonesty. These consequences clutter our lives with mental and emotional baggage that further drains us of our energy and vitality.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Step Three: Celebrate Everything&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The third Fun Commandment which will help you use the natural medicine of humor to charge up your mental health is: Celebrate Everything. Celebrating everything may sound like a monumental task to someone who&#39;s mental health isn&#39;t up to par, but you will find this part of my doctor&#39;s orders much easier to fulfill once you start practicing my first two Commandments. In fact, celebrating everything is more than a maintenance step providing sustainable mental health. It will also become your lifestyle, the more you practice it, because you will enjoy the results so much.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;How do you celebrate everything and how will this keep your mental health on the upswing? The epitome of this Commandment is found in the old joke about the boy who wanted a pony for his birthday. Instead, he found a room full of manure waiting for him. But he dove right into the dung, gleefully exclaiming, &quot;With all this manure, there&#39;s got to be a pony in here somewhere!&quot;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Laugh as we might, we&#39;re quick to remember that, as adults, we would never allow ourselves such &quot;naive&quot; enthusiasm. Why not? Do you realize what is behind such a &quot;grown up,&quot; &quot;mature&quot; decision? Your deadly seriousness (taking yourself too seriously) encourages the attitude that a mature adult should not let herself be so optimistic and thus mental health is jeopardized.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We could do more than chuckle at this birthday boy&#39;s unabashed optimism - we should emulate it! When was the last time you encountered an unexpected pile of manure in your life? You had absolutely no control over the mess, right? But you had absolute control over your reaction to it and this is the key to using celebration to keep your mental health improved!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When you celebrate everything, the natural medicine of humor creates spiritual, emotional, and mental health like nothing you&#39;ve felt before. You will find that your fears become much less controlling when you are celebrating everything because it no longer matters so much how things turn out. In fact, you are literally ready for anything because you are prepared to find the blessing in whatever happens.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;My daughter-in-law, for example, broke her back last year&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://mentalhealthwellnessnow.com/&quot;&gt;https://mentalhealthwellnessnow.com/&lt;/a&gt;. My son, who is often my model for the embodiment of my Fun Commandments, can tick off a laundry list of blessings his family has received as a direct result of his wife&#39;s &quot;tragedy.&quot; Not that his mental health hasn&#39;t been challenged, but faced with the choice of depression and anxiety over an event he couldn&#39;t control versus finding the blessings waiting for him, he has chosen the latter.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The choice to celebrate everything is not a panacea; my son&#39;s choice did not change the reality of his wife&#39;s injury. What did change, however, was his ability to respond to the injury and, thus, keep his mental health on an even keel. Celebrating everything changes our lives because it allows us to positively control the only things we have control over - our actions, ideas, and attitudes.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;There you have it. Start by going the extra smile, use your newfound smiling energy and vitality to act and interact with people, and celebrate everything to maintain your positive momentum. Say good-bye to imprisonment from depression and anxiety and welcome to your new world of improved mental health!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Start Using The Fun Factor to Improve Your Mental Health...Right Now&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Here are some simple, easy steps you can take right now to turbo-charge your mental health.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Subscribe to my Fun Times newsletter. The Fun Times is all about using your natural power of humor to increase the quality of your life - including your mental health. The Fun Times is 100% free, and is delivered instantly, every week, to your email inbox. If you sign up now, I&#39;ll also throw in a copy of my &quot;Stop Your Seriousness&quot; Ecourse and my book, Ten Ways You Can Be Happier...Right Now! which will show you how you can use my Fun Factor prescription in your life to increase your mental health!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Check out The Fun Factor. This prescription has changed so many lives for the better - it would be a shame if you passed it up. Check it out here if you&#39;re sick of wishing for mental health and want to finally achieve your greatest mental health!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;My patient Roberta, by the way, learned to use these three Fun Commandments - and the rest of my Fun Factor prescription&amp;nbsp;. She has enjoyed the same job for three years now and was recently engaged to be married. Roberta occasionally has setbacks, as most people suffering from depression or anxiety do. But, her mental health has never been stronger as she continues to apply The Fun Factor to her life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In It&#39;s a Wonderful Life, George Bailey is so shocked by the grim vision of a world without him that he decides he wants to live again and begs to return. He knows he is back when he finds Zuzu&#39;s flower petals in his coat pocket again.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Let this article be like finding Zuzu&#39;s petals. Move forward today with a new, positive outlook on your improved mental health by using my Fun Factor prescription.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</content><link rel='replies' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/feeds/2721004645931683259/comments/default' title='Post Comments'/><link rel='replies' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/03/mental-health-maintenance-is-made-simple.html#comment-form' title='0 Comments'/><link rel='edit' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/2721004645931683259'/><link rel='self' type='application/atom+xml' href='https://www.blogger.com/feeds/6572302249403262853/posts/default/2721004645931683259'/><link rel='alternate' type='text/html' href='https://pdsa65a7.blogspot.com/2022/03/mental-health-maintenance-is-made-simple.html' title='Mental Health Maintenance Is Made Simple'/><author><name>affefew</name><uri>http://www.blogger.com/profile/16826212210657909734</uri><email>noreply@blogger.com</email><gd:image rel='http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#thumbnail' width='16' height='16' src='https://img1.blogblog.com/img/b16-rounded.gif'/></author><thr:total>0</thr:total></entry><entry><id>tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6572302249403262853.post-7347330923022303438</id><published>2022-03-28T05:36:00.003-07:00</published><updated>2022-03-28T05:36:20.918-07:00</updated><title type='text'>Smart Advice For Caring For Your Dog</title><content type='html'>&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;Do you want to own a dog? Do you know what it takes to truly care for your dog in the best way possible? If you think you know it all, but want to learn more, or if you&#39;re a novice, this article provides a ton of up-to-date information about owning a dog, so read on.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It costs a lot of money to own a dog. Every dog requires good quality food, general supplies and medical care; this can range in cost from $700 to $1000 per year. Emergency vet visits can cost a ton, so think about purchasing health insurance for your dog.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you are looking for a great family pet, but are on a budget, consider rescuing an animal.You can get one at a local shelter for minimal costs and the dog will come with a clean bill of health and all his shots. If you are interested in a specific breed, contact a rescue group specializing in only those pooches.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Look into subsidized health care for your dog if money is tight. Many local communities, in cooperation with groups like the SPCA offer discounted services that have proven invaluable to dog owners. Look into getting your dog spayed or neutered and vaccinated for a fraction of veterinary costs at a sponsored event probably close-by to you. Just contact the SPCA or an animal shelter in your town.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If your dog gets lost, it is very unlikely that you will see him again unless he has proper identification. Tags can come off, so the best option is a microchip. It is quick to put in your dog, and it causes minimal discomfort. Simply register the chip ID after it is put in, and your pet will always have his identification with him.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If your puppy or dog is constantly chewing up your furniture, invest in some chew-toys. Scatter them around the floor, especially around the legs of the sofa and end-tables. Be enthusiastic about your offers to play with the chewies with your dog to encourage frequent use. This should eventually deter him from chomping your furniture.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When giving your dog a bath, make sure that you only put on shampoo that is intended for canines. Using lukewarm water, get the entire body wet and then begin applying the shampoo to their face, working your way down their body. Wait a few minutes and then take a washcloth and wipe off the suds from your pet&#39;s face. Wash off the rest of the shampoo as well.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Make your own dog biscuits to provide your beloved canine with the healthiest treats. Most commercial products are over-loaded with chemicals that aren&#39;t good for dogs, despite adding flavor and aroma. Use quality ingredients and tell your dog what you&#39;re doing in the kitchen! Get him all excited and let him taste-test as soon as they&#39;re cool.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Dogs need a great deal of attention on a daily basis. If you have a hard time making time for your dog you will soon notice that there are behavioral problems that were not there before. In the least, you should try to set aside an hour each day just to love your dog.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Just like humans, dogs need to get a good amount of exercise each and every day. If your dog does not get the exercise it needs, it health will decline, and so will his attitude towards life. Take the time to exercise your dog for at least a half hour each day for the best results.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Avoid matting on your dog&#39;s paws by keeping the hair on them trimmed. You ought to use a comb as a means to straighten it before trimming. If you don&#39;t feel comfortable doing this, a professional can always step in to help.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Respect your pet. When out on a walk, do not force your dog to interact with other people or animals if he does not want to. There is a reason why your dog may not want to get too close, and it is important that you listen to him. If you try and make him interact, your dog may begin to act out over time.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&#39;re trying to break one of your dog&#39;s unwanted habits, make sure that you understand that it will not happen overnight. Breaking a habit takes time and patience. Don&#39;t get discouraged and give up if it seems like your pup isn&#39;t making progress. Keep at it and maybe try changing your approach to the training. Sometimes this can be the boost that your dog needs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If your dog gets anxious about being away from you, or you want to give him a little treat, leave music on while you are at work. The music will calm the dog down, and they&#39;ll feel like someone else is there. This could be the perfect fix to keep him calm until you return.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Getting a dog on a whim is rarely a good idea. You need to make sure you can afford to feed a dog and cover medical expenses before getting a pet. Research different breeds to figure out which dog would be best for your family, your lifestyle and the size of your home.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you breed your dog, do so responsibly. The AKC advises all owners of pure-bred dogs to make an effort to advance the breed and discard all other motivations, such as money or experimentation. Consider the repercussions of your actions before allowing your dog to mate and create a litter of puppies.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To ensure that your dog is safe, you should try to make your home as dog-proof as possibly. This includes making sure that only safe play toys are within your dogs reach&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href=&quot;https://bearfacepomz.com/&quot;&gt;https://bearfacepomz.com/&lt;/a&gt;. If you have a problem with your dog getting into your kitchen trash or the things on your counter, you could consider getting a baby gate to prevent your pup from entering the kitchen.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;When it comes to priceless information, you now have all you need to get started. The first step is to take one tip and put it to use. Once you have mastered that technique, move on to the next. When you are using all the advice, find another article and start over. 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