| How to Request Money Using PayPal on an iPhone Posted: 30 Aug 2018 05:00 PM PDT Need an easy way for someone to pay you back for a loan or purchase? Using PayPal, you can quickly and easily request money from them. This wikiHow will explain how you can send a request for money using the PayPal app on an iPhone. - Open up the PayPal: Mobile Cash app (most often simply called the "PayPal" app). This app's icon has a 3D white P on top of a blue-gradient background. It is free to install the app.
- Log into the app if you haven't already done so. It offers TouchID along with a variety of other options, but you must set up an account first.
- Tap in the right center of the screen. You can request money from just about anyone who has an email address, phone number, or PayPal account.
- Select your person who owes you money from the list. Recipients who are listed with telephone numbers will be sent a text message with the request and will need to open the app to fulfill it, while those with an email address will receive a notification in the app.
- Enter the value you'd like to request. Use the keypad to type out the dollar value. The period for the dollar amount won't move, so just type the digits of the total amount, and when you're done, it'll display correctly.
- There is a "00" key on the PayPal keypad, in case you need it.
- If you are out of the United States and need to change this currency, tap the link below the dollar amount. Select the right currency from the list.
- Tap the button to continue.
- Recognize that some senders will have to pay a fee in certain situations.
- Add a note if desired. Use the "Add a note" feature on the next page to explain why the payment needs to be made, if you want to. Tap the button to finish the notating process.
- Tap to finish the request.
- You can't request money from a group of people all at once; you must send each request separately.
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| How to Reduce Stress Before Giving a Speech Posted: 30 Aug 2018 09:00 AM PDT Getting nervous before giving a speech is normal; even great personalities get nervous sometimes. However, that doesn't mean there is no remedy for it. To reduce stress associated with a speech, it's important to prepare ahead of time, focus on relaxing your mind and body, and use techniques that can keep you calm while speaking. With some preparation, you can minimize your stress and complete your speech with confidence and clarity. EditPositive Thoughts and Speech Strategies EditPreparing for Your Speech - Pick a topic you are interested in. If you can, pick a subject you enjoy. Speak on topics you know well. Even if you are delivering dreary statistics about last year's crop failure, put something of yourself into your speech by explaining why you are interested in the topic. Practice and preparation are easier if your subject matter is important or enjoyable to you.[1]
- If you think your material is interesting and meaningful, your audience will catch your enthusiasm and appreciate your sincerity. For instance, if you are interested in a complex scientific theory, your enthusiasm can make a speech about this theory more engaging and can clarify why the theory is important for an audience.
- Become an expert on your subject. It's important to know your topic well when you are giving a speech. If not, you could get embarrassed in front of the audience if your content is not correct. Also, if you don't know your subject well, you could be asked questions after the speech that you can't answer.[2]
- When researching your topic, its important to do preliminary work to understand the basic subject overall but then focus in on a specific subject you can talk about. For instance, if you may want to talk about Shakespeare's plays you should know general information about them overall but you should narrow your focus to 1 or 2 of his plays for your speech.
- Also think about questions that might be asked about your subject. Preparing answers to likely questions will make you feel more prepared, and thus less nervous.
- Also prepare an "I don't know" answer if people will be asking questions. You can say something like, "That is a great question. I'll look into that."
- Write your speech early. If you are nervous about giving a speech, it may be tempting to procrastinate and wait until the last minute to write it. However, giving yourself time to edit and practice the speech will help you overcome your nervousness.[3]
- If you are giving a short speech in class, consider writing it a week ahead of time. This will give you a few days to edit it and a few days to practice the final draft.
- If you are giving a long speech in front of hundreds of people, such as an hour long lecture, you should begin writing your speech several weeks before you are set to give it.
- Depending on your subject, if you write your speech in advance, be sure to look for updates on the material that come after you write your speech but before you deliver it so you information is up to date.
- Practice the speech out loud. Practicing will help you smooth out the speech so the language and ideas flow well and will help make the speech sound like second nature. If you practice enough times, it will minimize your nervousness and give you confidence in your ability to give the speech compellingly.[4]
- Practice your speech in front of another person. Having an audience will get you used to giving your speech in front of an audience.
- Consider setting up a camera and practice on camera. Play it back and watch it to see what you can improve or do better. It's always good to fix your problem before doing your speech!
- Finalize your script. Don't pick the day of your speech to experiment with a new style or to change the content drastically. If you don't do the speech as you have rehearsed it, it may give you an extra reason to feel nervous in front of a crowd.[5]
- This is not to say that you can't make small changes, such as adding an example or 2 or changing a sentence here and there. You simply shouldn't make large substantive changes right before the speech.
- It may be necessary to update statistics or ideas that may have changed since you wrote the speech. However, if these changes are drastic, it may be better to address the changes at the end of your speech, depending on the topic.
EditRelaxing Your Mind Before the Speech - Put previous negative experiences behind you. Some people have speaking anxiety because of some humiliating incident of the past—often in childhood. Such events can be highly traumatizing and can cause lifelong, paralyzing fear of speaking in public. Maybe your fear isn't even a true phobia, but still relates to past flops and embarrassments.[6]
- Remember that all good speakers started out as not-so-good speakers. They improved because they resolved to do better the next time and they learned from their past mistakes.
- If a past incident is the basis of your fear, visit a therapist or counselor who specializes in phobias. Contrary to popular belief, many phobias can be cured with a lot of work and regular therapy sessions.
- Visualize the outcome you want. Many people who fear public speaking visualize their upcoming speech as an abysmal failure and this has a negative impact on their speeches. Instead, you should visualize yourself giving the speech the way you want to. If you anticipate success, you are more likely to get it.[7]
- Mentally rehearse that you are speaking confidently with a smooth delivery to an appreciative audience. Hear the words coming out of your mouth in a flowing cadence. See yourself with an erect posture, breathing free and easy. By visualizing this way, you are programming your mind and body for the results you want.
- Push away negative thoughts. Each time you engage in self-doubt or you visualize a negative outcome, shake yourself out of it. Say "STOP" firmly to yourself. Do anything to get your mind out of the failure trap: sing, whistle, recite poetry, walk around the block, or talk to a friend.[8]
- You can even make those scary images seem silly and laughable by imagining your audience in clown costumes or in their underwear.
- Listen to relaxing or energizing music before your speech. One of the best ways to calm your mind before a speech is to listen to music that you like. This will help calm your nerves and will get you in a good head space for your speech.[9]
- What specific music you listen to depends on what music you like and what type of speech you are giving. If you are giving a motivational speech, you may want to listen to music that will amp you up. If you are giving a more somber speech, such as one that describes societal problems, you may want to listen to calm music.
- Let go of the idea that you have to be perfect. Most people are afraid of public speaking because they fear the embarrassment of making mistakes in front of others. Anxiety over mistakes only makes mistakes more likely. Even professional speakers occasionally make mistakes. The difference is that they don't consider mistakes major obstacles to success.[10]
- The secret is to accept that mistakes are going to happen sometimes, and to develop the ability to recover from them quickly.
- One way to let go of the need for perfection is to view future mistakes as opportunities to improve.
EditRelaxing Your Body Before the Speech - Get enough rest. Plan ahead and get a good night's sleep before your presentation. Being fatigued during your speech will minimize your ability to deal with the stress of giving a speech.[11]
- If you have trouble falling asleep, drink some warm milk and think some pleasant, relaxing thoughts. It may also help to listen to a relaxation tape or soft music, or to do some light reading before going to sleep.
- Minimize other stressful events right before the speech. If you can, clear your calendar of stressful events that could interfere with your ability to concentrate and speak confidently and sincerely. In other words, don't schedule a job interview, a dentist visit, or a meeting with your ex-spouse's lawyer on the same day you are going to deliver that all-important speech.
- Avoid mood-altering substances. Some people mistakenly think that drinking lots of coffee or alcohol, smoking cigarettes, or popping a tranquilizer before speaking will improve their delivery. However, mood-altering substances are a crutch you don't need. It's best to avoid these substances altogether so that you can use all of your mental abilities to get through the speech.[12]
- One problem with taking mood-altering substances before a speech is that you can't necessarily regulate the dosage. You don't know how much is too much and, once it is in your bloodstream, there is little you can do about it. Your relaxation may turn to sluggishness. Your pep may turn to jitters.
- Exercise moderately to calm your nerves. If you have excess energy before your speech, you can get a little of it out by exercising. Do a light workout that gets rid of some of your excess energy but doesn't exhaust you completely.[13]
- For example, you could do a gentle yoga class or go for a walk a few hours before your speech to get you relaxed and ready.
- Look your best. Take some time to pick an outfit that is both comfortable and professional. Polish your shoes and comb your hair. Wear attractive, flattering, professional-looking clothing. When you look good and are comfortable, it will help you feel confident.[14]
- If you aren't sure what looking good is all about, talk to friends and family members that have good style. Talk to them about the colors and styles that look best on you.
- If you are giving a very important speech, you can hire an image consultant or a stylist to tell you what to wear. A good image consultant can tell you how to look fantastic without spending a fortune.
- Eat healthy and lightly before your speech. On the morning of your speech, eat something healthy that will keep your energy up throughout the day. Then eat lightly, or not at all, starting 1 hour before speaking. A full stomach can lower your energy level and concentration, because your body is busy digesting food. However, you don't want to be starving when you give your speech either.[15]
- Don't drink soda or other drinks that could make you jittery or make your energy crash right before your speech. Carbonated beverages can also give you dry mouth, which can make it hard to give your speech.
- Any nervousness can make digestion difficult. You don't want a belch or a gurgling stomach interrupting your speech.
EditReducing Stress During the Speech - Take a moment to calm yourself if you need it. If you walk out to give the speech and you are too nervous to speak, give yourself a second to calm down. Also, if you start to speak and your voice is shaky, take a pause. Clear your throat, take a drink of water if it's available, and focus your mind on your speech. Taking a moment to get in the right head space will help you get through the whole speech.[16]
- It is much better to take a moment to calm yourself than to continually struggle through the speech.
- You can even walk up to your speaking location early to give your nerves time to calm down.
- Remember to breathe. Anxiety tightens the muscles in the chest and throat. As you approach the platform, take a deep breath and relax. With a restricted airway and without enough oxygen, your voice can come out as a whisper or a squeak. Deep breathing, on the other hand, sends oxygen to the lungs and brain and expands the throat and chest, promoting relaxation.[17]
- Throughout the speech, take a moment to breathe every once in a while.
- Mark moments when you should breathe in your script if necessary. After every few paragraphs include the word "Breathe," so that you are reminded to do it.
- Focus on friendly faces. While speaking, maintain eye contact with your listeners. Find friendly faces and focus on them. Smiles and approving nods will give you extra encouragement.[18]
- Try focusing on someone in the back of the room. This has a calming effect on some speakers. It feels weird, but it doesn't look weird.
- If you can't see anyone's face, due to bright lights or a dark room, pick several spots out in the crowd and look at them in turn throughout the speech. This will help keep you from looking down at your page or screen throughout the speech.
- If there is a microphone and you can't see people's faces, try pretending the microphone is the only person in the room. Forget that the audience is looking at you and focus on speaking into the microphone.
- Don't dwell on mistakes if they happen. The way to recover from a mistake is to observe it dispassionately, take whatever corrective action is appropriate, and regain your composure. Focus on what to say next and get on with the speech. Dwelling on an error and feeling bad about it only adds to your confusion and nervousness.[19]
- It's okay to forget a line or 2 in your speech. No one's going to eat you up or yell at you. Just continue with what you know, no one in the audience knows the content of your speech.
- Make sure you have a clear ending to your speech. Prepare a good ending line so that the audience knows when your speech is over. This will help you avoid an awkward moment at the end if the audience is unsure if the speech is over.
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| How to Take Care of a German Shepherd Posted: 30 Aug 2018 01:00 AM PDT German shepherds are large and active dogs that are highly intelligent and loyal companions. They require thoughtful care and consistent training in order to live long and happy lives. German shepherds need to be fed and housed properly, in addition to requiring regular health care and exercise. With some effort and care, your German shepherd can live a long and happy life and will be a steady companion for you for years to come. EditFeeding Your German Shepherd - Make sure your German shepherd is getting proper nutrition. Since German shepherds large, active dogs and are known to have hips that give out, it's important to make sure they have good nutrition throughout their lives. Make sure to buy healthy food that is not full of filler ingredients. For example, make sure you are feeding a quality food that contains animal protein and doesn't use corn for protein.
- You can feed your German shepherd dry or wet food, or a combination of both.
- If you choose to feed your German shepherd homemade meals, it's important to talk to your veterinarian about what they need to include. This will help ensure that the dog will get a balanced diet.
- Try to resist giving your dog table scraps, especially if it is begging for them. People food can be unhealthy for the dog and can impact its interest in its healthy food.[1]
- Feed your German shepherd age-appropriate food. As your dog ages, it will have different nutritional needs. Feed your dog a food that is designed for its specific age, such as a puppy food when it very young, an adult food when it is in middle age, and senior food when it is in old age.[2]
- There are also specific formulas you may need to consider at some point, for example, special foods for large breeds or weight control food for overweight dogs.
- Talk to your vet about what food will work best for your dog. Because your vet will understand your specific dog's health issues, they may want it to get specific nutritional needs met.[3]
- When switching between types of food, for instance when you take your dog off puppy food, do not suddenly change the food. Instead, mix the foods together, gradually increasing the new food and decreasing the old food over the course of several weeks.
- Feed your dog the correct amount of food for its size and age. Look at the packaging of the food to determine the suggested serving size. This should be based on the size and age of your dog. You can also talk to your veterinarian about how much they think your dog should be eating.
- Divide food into several smaller meals throughout the day. It is best to divide your German shepherd's daily food into 2 or more smaller meals. Giving smaller meals helps to minimize the risk of bloat, which is a life-threatening swelling of the abdomen.[4]
- When you feed your dog several times a day, your dog will need to relieve themselves shortly after each meal.
- Never exercise a German shepherd right after they eat since this could increase the risk of bloating.
- Give your German shepherd healthy treats. In addition to feeding it healthy food, the snacks you feed your German shepherd can have an impact on its health. Pick low calorie treats that are satisfying for dogs, including crunchy vegetables and kibble in a feeding toy that slows the dog's consumption down.[5]
- Treats should only make up 5 to 10% of your dog's calorie intact, so control how many treats you give your dog.[6]
- Provide access to water at all times. Dogs can drink a lot of water every day and it's important that they do to prevent dehydration. Fill up its bowl with clean water every day and leave it where your dog has access to it. Also, check up on the bowl throughout the day, if possible, to make sure there is plenty of water available.
- However, German shepherds should drink small amounts of water throughout the day, instead of drinking a large amount at one time. Gradually hydrating throughout the day will ensure that the dog doesn't get bloat.
- Dehydration can be a threat to your dog's health. Signs that it might be dehydrated and needs more water include excessive panting, loss of appetite, and dry nose or gums. If you see these symptoms, give your dog water immediately.[7]
EditTaking Care of Your German Shepherd's Health - Take your shepherd in for a checkup every year. When caring for a German shepherd, you need to make sure you are giving it preventative health care. If you have it looked at by a veterinarian every year, many health problems can be avoided and emerging problems can be treated quickly. Things your veterinarian will do during an annual exam may include:
- A general health assessment—The vet will check the general condition of your dog, including looking for common ailments, such as ear infections.
- Nail trimming—When your dog's nails get long, it is very painful for them to move about. The vet will clip them if they are too long.
- De-worming and heartworm test—All dogs must be wormed every month or so to prevent them from getting worms. First, your dog will need to be tested for worms, and then your vet can prescribe a medication to be taken monthly. If your dog already has worms, your vet can provide a medication for treatment.
- Vaccinations—Talk to your vet to determine which vaccines are necessary and what diseases they'll protect against.
- Get your dog spayed or neutered. Getting your German shepherd fixed is important for keeping pet populations under control. Unless you are planning on breeding your dog, talk to your veterinarian about when the best time to spay or neuter your German shepherd is. This surgery usually occurs between the ages of 6 months and 1 1/2 years old, although waiting until the dog is 1 year old may increase the health of its joints.[8]
- Neutering or spaying your dog can also help eliminate aggressive behavior in the future.
- Get possible medical problems treated as soon as possible. For example, as soon as you see that your dog has a walking problem or is not eating as usual, take it to the vet. This specific breed of dog can get joint problems when they get old, so it's important to keep an eye out for physical and behavioral changes and start caring for them right away.
- In particular, watch for changes in how your dog walks and moves its legs. These changes could signal that your dog has joint problems, such as hip dysplasia, and that condition may require immediate medical treatment.[9]
- Bathe and brush your German shepherd. Caring for a German shepherd's coat is relatively easy. They should be brushed once or twice a week. You only need to bathe them if you feel they need it. However, do not bathe it more than a couple times a month, as soap can disrupt their natural skin and fur oils.[10]
- You can bathe your dog at home or take it to a groomer.
- Bathe your dog more frequently when it is very active. This will protect it from skin problems and rashes, especially in the summer.
EditKeeping Your German Shepherd Physically Active - Make sure your German shepherd has enough space. Remember that a German shepherd is a large dog. This breed needs space to be comfortable in their home and in their yard. They do better in a house that has room for them to move freely about, as opposed to a small apartment or cramped space.[11]
- German shepherds can benefit from having access to a lot of space to run around. Make sure that your yard is clear, uncluttered, and hazard-free.
- Exercise your dog. Without exercise, the German shepherd's amazing muscles and energy will be locked up inside with no outlet. Ideally, you would spend 1 hour or 2 every day playing fetch, taking it for a long walk or run, or even chasing it around the yard. German shepherds who don't get enough exercise are more likely to get joint diseases, like hip and elbow dysplasia, as well as becoming destructive or depressed.
- However, beware of giving them too much exercise at a young age. Do not take your German shepherd jogging or running with you before they are 1 and a half years old, because its joints and bones are still developing.
- To keep a German shepherd outside in a yard, you need to make sure the yard is completely fenced off.
- If you don't have a big yard, then take your dog daily to the local park. You can also make use of any other appropriate open spaces accessible from your home.
- Avoid strenuous activity right after eating. Since German shepherds are prone to bloat, it's important to keep them calm before and after they digest their food. Do not engage them in strenuous activity, such as running, before or for several hours after eating.[12]
- While you shouldn't run them after meal time, it is perfectly fine to take them on a leisurely walk after eating.
- Keep your German shepherd cool. German shepherds, especially long-haired shepherds, are susceptible to hot weather. If you have a shepherd and you live in a hot or tropical area, provide your dog with plenty of water and shade while outside. Also be sure that you don't demand too much physical activity on extremely hot days.
- Signs that your German shepherd is overheated include panting, extreme thirst, lack of coordination, and extremely red gums.[13]
- German shepherds do better in cool or cold climates, as their coats insulate them well in lower temperatures.
EditTraining and Socializing Your German Shepherd - Socialize your puppy. German shepherds should be exposed to a wide variety of people, places, and other dogs when they are young. This will get them used to interacting peacefully with anyone they come into contact with. If not socialized properly in puppyhood, German shepherds can have aggression issues later in life.[14]
- If you plan on training your dog to be a guard dog, you still need to socialize your puppy properly. This lays the foundation for a pleasant personality in addition to being a competent guard dog.
- Part of proper socialization is giving your dog lots of physical contact from the time it's a puppy. Regular touching and handling of the face and feet means that, when the puppy grows up, it won't mind having its nails clipped or mouth checked.
- Train your German shepherd. German shepherds are extremely smart and loyal dogs, which means that they are especially adept at learning commands and responding to obedience training. However, it's important to train them in a positive manner, using lots of praise, petting, and love to reinforce your commands. This will help you to build a relationship of trust and loyalty with your dog.[15]
- When your dog is young, train for short amounts of time, just as you would your child. As your dog gets older and becomes better at responding to commands, your training sessions can get longer.
- Continue to teach your German shepherd new tricks and commands. Not only will a well-behaved German shepherd be more impressive and easier to care for with continued training, but you and your dog will develop a bond if you take the time to train it. As the bond gets stronger, your German shepherd will be more likely to listen to your commands and will be happier to have you as a master.
- German shepherds are great guide dogs, guard dogs, rescue dogs, and police dogs. If your German shepherd is very smart and needs lots of mental and physical exercise, consider training it for a specialized job.
- Give your dog love and attention. In order to build a lasting bond with your dog, it's important to give them physical affection and love, such as petting and cuddling them daily. Be friendly to your dog, love them, and they will love you back!
- You can't fake affection, even with a dog, you have to have expressions and gestures to prove how much you adore it, to make it feel lovable and loved. There has to be sincere and genuine love shared between the two of you.
- Never beat or yell at your dog. Never scold your dog unless you catch it in the act of doing something wrong. Otherwise, the dog will associate you with scolding and punishment and may lose trust in you.
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