| How to Be a Hipster Girl Posted: 28 Mar 2016 05:00 PM PDT According to urban dictionary, "hipsters" are men and women in their 20s and 30s who value counter-culture, independent thinking, progressive politics, and independant art. Hipsters are also known for this distinct fashion tastes, often centered on the idea of making old or vintage items new or useful again.[1] If you want to be a hipster girl, you will first need to dress the part with hipster style clothing and accessories. You will then need to adopt the attitude and beliefs of hipsters, and have a good understanding of hipster culture. EditDressing Like a Hipster Girl - Shop at secondhand stores and independent shops. Rather than conform to the norm of shopping for new, full price items at big box stores or the mall, head to your local thrift store for secondhand clothing. Most hipsters do not have a lot of extra cash for clothing and often shop at charity stores to save money and find unique items no one else will have.[2]
- You can also go to independent clothing shops in your area to support local businesses and vendors. Hipsters value independent thinking and independent business, so supporting local clothing stores is one way to give back to the community and avoid corporations and big business.
- Look for vintage dresses and band t-shirts. Many hipster girls wear vintage dresses in floral patterns or other bold prints with black or colored tights. Look for long floral dresses and shorter print dresses or shift dresses that you can pair with tights or knee socks for cold winter days. You can then wear the same dresses with bare legs and sandals in the summer.[3]
- Vintage band t-shirts are also popular with hipster girls, especially shirts that feature bands from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, like the Rolling Stones, Cream, Blondie, and The Cure. Look for vintage band t-shirts at your local thrift store. You can also find band shirts online through online vendors who specialize in vintage band t-shirts.
- Buy jean cut offs or make your own cut offs. Many hipster girls will wear jean cut offs during the warmer months with a band t-shirt or a crop top. You can buy jean cut offs at a local shop or thrift store, or make your own cut offs by cutting up a pair of old jeans.[4]
- The typical hipster cut off style for girls is at the mid to upper thigh. You can get a more tomboy look by wearing cut offs that are just above your knee.
- In the colder months, you can wear tights underneath a pair of cut offs for a look that is comfortable and warm.
- Combine skinny jeans with oversized plaid shirts and sweaters. A typical everyday outfit for hipster girls is a pair of blue or black skinny jeans worn with an oversized plaid shirt or sweater.
- You can find vintage plaid shirts and sweaters at your local thrift store, often in fun and unique designs.Oversized plaid shirts can be found in the men's section of thrift stores. You can also tie plaid shirts around your waist to really nail the hipster girl style.
- Look for sweaters that have funny, ironic sayings on them or cute images of animals. Ugly Christmas sweaters are also popular among hipsters, during Christmas and in the off season.
- Wear denim vests and leather jackets. The layering garment of choice for hipster girls is a slim denim vest, worn over a band t-shirt or a vintage dress. Top this look with a vintage leather jacket with interesting details like zippers, buttons, studs, or fringe.[5]
- Many hipster girls also collect pins and wear them on the lapels of their coats, such as pins from bands or with ironic, funny sayings on them. You can also decorate your handbag with pins or your backpack with pins for a fun, hipster look.
- Go for vintage boots or oxfords. Look for vintage leather boots, short and high, at your local thrift store in black or brown. Short boots, or booties, are a popular look for hipster girls, usually worn with tights and a vintage dress. You can also look for vintage oxfords or loafers in brown or black leather.[6]
- Some hipster girls favor comfort over appearance and will wear Converse sneakers or Vans sneakers with skinny jeans and a band t-shirt for a more casual look.
- Shop for long necklaces and unique accessories. Many hipster girls will wear long necklaces that sit a few inches above their waist line with a simple pendant or charm in geometric shapes. You can also look for necklaces with crystal pendants or unique designs at your local thrift store.[7]
- Accessories like beanie hats and fedoras are popular among hipster girls, especially slouchy beanie hats. You can also dye your hair a bright color for a committed hipster look.
EditActing Like a Hipster Girl - Read online blogs about pop culture and art. Hipsters are often very well read and well versed in current pop culture trends and influences, usually through online blogs and online media. Read up on what's going on in the world of the internet, such as the latest memes, viral stories, and viral videos.[8]
- There are certain websites known to be full of hipster information, such as Vice.com and Pitchfork.com. These sites provide up to the minute information on the latest trends and influences happening in pop culture.
- Hipsters are also often interested in the art world and contemporary art. Take a trip to your local museum and find artists you admire through online art blogs. Try to immerse yourself in the art world and expand your knowledge of contemporary art.
- Expand your knowledge of film, music, and television. Hipsters usually have extensive knowledge of film, music, and television, new and old. You can find out the latest, hottest shows for hipsters by asking hipster friends for recommendations or searching online blogs for the shows everyone is talking about. Hipsters also enjoy old films, specifically independent films by directors from America and Europe. Strike up a conversation with the clerk at your local video store, if it still exists, or go online and search the top American and European films.[9]
- Search music blogs online for recommendations on hipster music and independent or alternative music. It may help to focus on a particular genre or style of music and a particular artist or group. Hipsters often listen to alternative and independent music, as well as rap, hip hop, soul, and progressive rock.
- Learn more about social and political movements in your area. Hipsters are often aware of the social and political issues of the day, and may be involved in protests or grassroots movements in their area. Think of a cause you feel passionate about or are interested in, and join in an online discussion about the issue or go to a protest organized in your area. Getting involved in social and political movements is part of the less superficial aspects of being hipster, where you are an informed and involved individual in society.[10]
- Focus on ways to be sustainable and environmentally friendly. Many hipsters strive to live a sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle, as they believe in caring for the environment and being aware of the effects of climate change. This may mean recycling, composting, or donating old clothing to charity rather than throwing them away.[11]
- You can also look at ways to cut down on the amount of greenhouse gases you produce by biking or walking to work instead of driving or taking the bus. Hipsters are known for their passion for biking, and you can join in this element of hipster culture by getting a bike and using it year round.
- Display confidence and independence around others. Hipsters are known for their unique sense of style and for having an independent streak in their approach to life. Confidence and independence are two key elements of acting like a hipster.[12]
- This could mean being confident around others or confident in your abilities as an individual, as well as focusing on how you can live and work independently. You may decide to try to work for yourself or work flexible hours so you have more freedom and independence in your career. Or you may decide to be more independent and confident in your current work situation where you take more initiative and try to climb the career ladder.
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| How to Cook Squash Posted: 28 Mar 2016 09:00 AM PDT Learning to cook squash will give you the tools that you need to prepare one of nature's most available and versatile vegetables. Packed with antioxidants, Vitamin A, cartoons and dietary fiber, squash can be cooked in a variety of ways and will fill you up without costing you a lot of calories. - Prep time (Roasting in an Oven): 20 minutes
- Cook time: 20-45 minutes
- Total time: 40-65 minutes
EditRoast Squash in an Oven - Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (205 C).
- Wash the outside of the squash and pat it dry with paper towel.
- Decide whether or not to peel your squash.
- You can cut up and roast thin-skinned summer squash without peeling it.
- If you want to roast winter squash in bite-sized pieces, then you should peel it with a sharp knife.
- If you want to roast larger pieces of winter squash, simply slice the squash in half. Then, use a spoon to remove the seeds. Prick the skin with a fork to prepare it for roasting.
- Season the squash.
- Spread small pieces of squash in a thin layer over the bottom of a roasting pan and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. Drizzle them with some olive oil.
- If you're roasting a large winter squash, sprinkle the cut side with salt and pepper and drizzle it with a bit of olive oil. Place both halves of the squash, skin side down, on a metal roasting pan sprayed with cooking spray.
- Bake the squash. Thin-skinned squash cut into small pieces will roast in about 20 to 30 minutes. Thicker-skinner squash cut in large pieces will take 30 to 45 minutes to roast.
- Test the squash for doneness. The flesh should be tender and easy to pierce with a fork.
- Taste the squash for seasonings. Add salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve your roasted squash. Scoop small pieces onto a plate alongside your main dish. Large pieces can be served individually, or you can scoop out the filling and mash or puree it.
EditSauté Squash on the Stovetop - Rinse the squash under cool running water and pat it dry. Cut off both ends.
- Slice the squash into rings or into small chunks. Peeling summer squash is not necessary.
- Season the squash with salt and pepper.
- Heat some olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until it starts to shimmer. You can also cook a flavorful meat, like pancetta or bacon, in your skillet to render its fat. Then, you remove the meat and sauté the squash in the rendered fat.
- Turn the heat down to medium. Sauté the squash until the exterior begins to brown and caramelize.
- Remove the squash from the skillet to serve it. Taste it for seasoning and add salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve the sauteed squash in a bowl or serve it on a plate paired with a main dish.
EditBatter and Deep-Fry Squash - Rinse summer squash and pat it dry. Slice both ends off of the squash and slice the remainder into thin rings.
- Sprinkle the squash with a generous amount of salt and pepper.
- Prepare the batter.
- Crack an egg and pour the yolk and white into a bowl. Lightly beat the egg with a fork, and sprinkle the beaten egg with salt and pepper.
- Pour cornmeal or flour into a separate bowl.
- Place both bowls next to the stovetop so that you can batter your squash and then quickly drop it into the hot oil.
- Pour 2 cups of canola oil into a heavy-bottomed skilled. Heat the oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 C), checking the temperature with a candy thermometer.
- Dip the squash into the egg using either some tongs or your fingers. Then, dip the squash into the flour or cornmeal.
- Place the battered squash pieces into a mesh basket. Lower the contents of the basket into the heated oil.
- Cook the squash pieces until they brown and float to the top of the oil. Remove them with the mesh basket, and place them on plates lined with paper towels to drain the oil.
- Serve the deep-fried squash. The pieces are flavorful enough to serve on their own, but you can also provide a small container of ranch dressing for dipping.
EditCook Squash in the Microwave - Scrub squash with a vegetable brush under cool water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Cut the squash in half or lengthwise. Pierce the skin with a fork so that the steam can escape.
- Season the squash generously with salt and pepper. Place the pieces cut side down in a microwave-safe bowl and add 1/4 cup (60 mL) of water.
- Cover the bowl with a damp paper towel. Cook the squash on high for 5 to 20 minutes until the squash is tender when you pierce it with a fork.
EditGrill Squash on Skewers - Prepare the squash for grilling by rinsing it. If you're using wooden skewers, then soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes.
- Cut your squash into 1" (2.5 cm) cubes and season them with salt and pepper. Place the squash onto the skewers and brush the cubes with oil or melted butter.
- Spray your grill rack with cooking spray. Place the squash directly on the rack and cook the pieces over medium-heat for 4 to 5 minutes on each side. Remove the squash when the exterior begins to blacken and the flesh is tender.
EditGrill Squash Halves - Preheat the grill to 350ºF/180ºC.
- Cut the squash in halves.
- Drizzle olive oil over each half prior to adding to the grill.
- Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also use other seasonings, as preferred.
- Lay on a tray. Place under or on the grill (depending on whether you're using a top-down or bottom-up grill).
- Grill for 6 minutes per side.
- Remove from the grill. Serve immediately.
- Squash is versatile enough to pair well with either sweet or savory seasonings. For sweet butternut or acorn squash, try brown sugar and cinnamon. For a savory twist, sprinkle roasted butternut squash with curry powder.
- If you want to use butternut squash in soup, then roast it halved in the oven instead of peeling and boiling it. When the squash cools, you can simply scoop the flesh out of the peel and then puree it in a blender or food processor.
- When you choose a squash at the market, look for a vegetable that is firm and heavy for its size. Winter squash should have a thick skin and a woody rind.
- Buy peeled and cubed winter squash at your grocery store for convenience. Just remember to consume it within a couple of days because it will soften and deteriorate quickly.
- Avoid choosing squash that have moldy or sunken spots. Also avoid squash with punctures in the skin.
EditThings You'll Need - Squash
- Paper towels
- Sharp knife
- Salt and pepper
- Olive oil or canola oil
- Roasting pan
- Cooking spray
- Skillet
- 2 bowls
- Egg
- Flour or cornmeal
- Water
- Microwave-safe dish
- Fork
- Grill
- Metal or wooden skewers
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| How to Control an Adrenaline Rush Posted: 28 Mar 2016 01:00 AM PDT An adrenaline rush is when your adrenal glands pump an excess amount of adrenaline into your body in response to high amounts of stress or anxiety. You may experience a wide range of symptoms that are similar to panic attacks including racing pulse or pounding heart, increased respiration, or dizziness.[1] Although adrenaline rushes can be uncomfortable and scary, they are not dangerous.[2] By employing relaxation techniques or making lifestyle changes, you may be able to decrease the frequency and intensity of adrenaline rushes.[3] EditPracticing Relaxation Techniques - Employ deep breathing. Deep breathing exercises, which is also called pranayama, can naturally help dissolve tension and help you relax.[4] Do a few deep breathing exercises to help yourself relax and refocus yourself as well as alleviate other symptoms of an adrenaline rush.
- Deep breathing can help your body distribute oxygen to your body, which can reduce heart rate and normalize your pulse. It will also help relax tense muscles that may be exacerbating the adrenaline rush.[5]
- Inhale and exhale completely and in a balanced manner through your nose. For example, you would inhale for a count of four, hold for two, counts, and then exhale completely to a count of four. You can vary the counts according to your abilities.[6]
- To get the most from deep breathing, sit upright, with your shoulders back, and avoid slouching. Breath slowly and evenly by focusing from your stomach, pulling in your belly to expand you lungs and rib cage.[7]
- Count to ten—or twenty. When you are feeling stressed, anxious or having an adrenaline rush, remove yourself from the situation and count to ten. Counting can help your mind to focus on something other than situation.[8]
- When you focus on something other than the stressful situation, your body may stop producing adrenaline.
- If necessary, count to twenty and repeat the procedure as often as you need to.[9]
- Practice progressive muscle relaxation. If you notice stress or anxiety triggering a rush of adrenaline, practice relaxing your whole body to bring yourself down. Lie on the ground or sit down and begin clenching and relaxing each muscle in your body.[10] Start with your feet:
- Tighten and contract each muscle in your body for five seconds starting at your feet. Then let the muscles slowly ease into deep relaxation. After 10 seconds, tighten your leg muscles for another five seconds and then let them relax.[11]
- Repeat this succession until to finish with your head.[12]
- Move on to the muscles in your legs. Do the same process for each muscle group, making your way slowly up your body towards your head.
- Cultivate positive thoughts. Negativity can exacerbate stress, tension, and anxiety, and may make adrenaline rushes more acute.[13] Framing any situation in a more positive manner may help you overcome and control subsequent adrenaline rushes or panic attacks.[14]
- Framing is a behavioral technique that can shape the ways in which you handle specific situations by rendering them positive scenario.[15]
- For example, you may find yourself dealing with an angry customer at your job. Imagine that the best possible outcome is making the customer happier by solving the problem. This can help you get through the situation in the most positive manner and may keep you from getting a panic attack.[16]
- Another way to use the process of visualizing a positive outcome is by imaging a very peaceful scene, such as a field of flowers, and placing yourself in the scene.
- Find humor and positive in any situation. Most difficult situations can have some positive and humorous moments. Although they may not be immediately clear to you, being able to recognize and laugh at them can help you to relax and avoid adrenaline rushes.[17]
- Some studies have demonstrated that positivity can contribute significantly to happiness.[18]
- For example, if you fall and cut your elbow, don't focus on the cut or a tear in your clothing. Instead, laugh at your clumsiness or something else humorous that happened in the situation.
EditChanging Lifestyle Habits - Control factors in life causing you stress. Learning how to control situations that are causing you stress or anxiety may help you to minimize or alleviate adrenaline rushes.[19]
- Make a list of triggers for adrenaline rushes. Read the list and check off what you can actively control.[20]
- For example, maybe staff meetings cause adrenaline rushes. Take steps to minimize how you react in the situation, such as being fully prepared or sitting next to positive people.[21]
- If a friend is causing you stress because she is causing drama, decrease the amount of time you spend with that friend.
- Exercise most days of the week. There is evidence that aerobic and cardiovascular activity can have a positive effect on your mood and calm you down.[22]
- Even ten minutes of exercise can help you relax and refocus. For example, a ten minute walk can relax you and give you a chance to the positive in your life.[23]
- Exercise stimulates the production of endorphins and serotonin, which can improve your mood and help you sleep and may minimize or relieve adrenaline rushes.[24]
- Any type of exercise will do. Consider walking, hiking, swimming, canoeing, or running.
- Practice gentle yoga. Doing some gentle yoga can help stretch out tense muscles and more generally relax you. Even taking the time to do downward facing dog for ten breaths can help relax and refocus you, and in turn control anxiety and adrenaline rushes.[25]
- Practice forms of yoga that are more gentle on the body. These will stretch tense muscles and relax you. Restorative and yin yoga are two excellent choices to help with adrenaline rushes.[26]
- If you don't have the time to commit to a full yoga session, do downward facing dog for 10 deeps inhalations and exhalations. Downward facing dog is an important foundational pose in yoga that can not only calm and relax you, but will also stretch your tense muscles.[27]
- Talk to your doctor before you begin any yoga practice to make sure you're healthy enough to practice.[28]
- Eat a well-balanced and healthy diet. Poor diet can deplete your energy and cause stress or anxiety, which may in turn stimulate adrenaline rushes. Eating healthy foods and snacks will not only help your overall health, but may lessen stress, anxiety, and relieve adrenaline rushes.[29]
- Foods such as asparagus have mood-enhancing nutrients and may help minimize stress stress.[30]
- Food choices that are high in vitamin B can also minimize stress and anxiety. Avocados and beans are good choices of foods rich in vitamin B.[31]
- A glass of warm milk can soothe insomnia and anxiety, which can exacerbate adrenaline rushes.[32]
- Stay away from caffeine, alcohol, and drugs. It's advisable to avoid all recreational drugs and limit or cut out alcohol and caffeine. These substances can aggravate anxiety and make you more prone to adrenaline rushes.[33]
- Most adults can tolerate 400mg of caffeine per day. This is the equivalent of four cups of coffee, ten cans of soda, or two energy drinks. If you are experiencing persistent rushes of adrenaline, try to decrease how much caffeine you're consuming.[34]
- Women should consume no more than 2-3 units of alcohol a day and men no more than 3-4.[35] For example, a bottle of wine has 9-10 units of alcohol.[36]
- Schedule regular breaks to refresh and refocus. Split up any tasks, errands, or uncomfortable situations you have into manageable sections of time. Breaks can help you relax and refresh your mind and body. A break may also help you control an adrenaline rush or stave one off.[37]
- Reading a book, watching a movie, taking a bubble bath, or spending time walking your dog or talking with your partner can all help to clear your head of the stresses from the day.
- Do activities that you enjoy during your break. A short walk is an excellent way to take a break. It gets you away from your task, circulates your blood and gets oxygen to your brain, lets your mind wander, and helps you relax.[38]
- Setting aside "worry" or "wander" time is also important. Give yourself a set time every day to let your mind deal with any problems you may have or just to do nothing. Having these types of breaks to recharge is as important as the small breaks you take between tasks.
- Just as breaks are important, try and schedule a vacation at least once a year, which can give you a chance to relax and unplug.
- Enjoy regular massages. Tension, anxiety and panic attacks cause physical changes in your body. Let yourself get and enjoy a massage to help you relax, which may help control your adrenaline rushes.[39] A professional masseuse can feel and remove tension in your muscles [40]
- Some studies show that massage can release tense muscles.[41]
- There are many types of massage available. Choose one that you can enjoy most. Any amount of massage will release oxytocin, which can help relax you and relieve tension.[42]
- You can locate a qualified massage therapists either online or through a doctor's recommendation.[43]
- If you can't visit a professional massage therapist, try self-massage. Rubbing your shoulders, face, or even ear lobes can significantly help to reduce your stress.[44]
- Make sleep a priority. Every person needs sleep in order to maintain physical and mental health and help them relax.[45] Aim to get 7-9 hours of sleep every night to help recharge and relax yourself, which may also help control your adrenaline rushes.[46]
- Increased stress, anxiety and panic attacks can result from insufficient sleep.[47]
- Short naps of 20-30 minutes during the day may also help you feel better.[48]
- Join a support group. Joining a support group of others who suffer from anxiety or panic disorders can offer you unconditional support from others who understand what you're experiencing. It may also give you some helpful ways in which you can cope with your adrenaline rushes.[49]
- If there isn't a support group in your area, consider confiding in a close friend or family member about what you're experiencing. You may find that even speaking to someone you love can minimize your stress and anxiety. Someone outside of a stressful situation can often see a logical way to handle it more effectively than someone who is in the midst of the it.
- Consult a doctor. If you find that your adrenaline rushes are significantly affects your life or are so severe that the physical symptoms are unbearable, see your doctor. Your doctor can help you formulate a treatment plans that may include psychotherapy, medication, or other lifestyle methods.[50]
- See your regular doctor or consider seeing a psychiatrist.[51]
- Left untreated, adrenaline rushes or panic attacks may severely hinder your quality of life.[52]
- Don't be afraid to ask for help. If you are going through something that is causing you to feel high amounts of stress, talk to someone about it.
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