| How to Stay Awake Until Midnight on New Year's Eve Posted: 30 Dec 2019 04:00 PM PST If you're used to going to bed early, it can be tough to stay awake until midnight on New Year's Day. No one wants to fall asleep too early to see the ball drop. This year, keep your eyes open long enough to countdown to the New Year! [Edit]Staying Active - Talk to people. If you're around friends or family for New Year's, make conversation with them to stay awake. Keep your mind entertained by being social.
- Listen to their stories.
- Laugh at their jokes.
- Talk to them about their interests.
- Stay on your feet. Dance, walk around the house or even challenge your friends to a push up contest. Whatever you do, just make sure not to sit or lay down. You don't want to get too comfortable or you might end up drifting off to sleep.
- Do fun things. Play games with your friends and family. Play pranks on people. Take turns making New Year's resolutions with everyone. Do anything that entertains your mind and keeps you up.[1]
- If it's legal in your city, shooting off fireworks can be really exciting. Just be very careful around fire and supervise little kids.
- Taking pictures of everyone in funny poses can make for a really great time.
- Help out. If you're at a party, you can help the cook prepare food for everyone. You can even play bartender and make cocktails for everyone. Volunteer to clean up a bit as well. Not only will helping out ingratiate you with the host, it will keep your mind focused and awake.
[Edit]Fighting the Sleepiness - Use caffeine. Caffeine blocks sleep inducing neurotransmitters in your brain to keep you awake.[2] When you start to feel yourself getting sleepy, drink a cup of coffee or something else with caffeine. Avoid caffeine in the days leading up to New Year's Eve as it becomes less effective with overuse.
- Most sodas have caffeine.
- Energy drinks like Redbull and Monster have a lot of caffeine.
- Some dark chocolates contain caffeine.
- Change your body temperature. Vary your body temperature from hot to cold to jolt yourself into alertness. The shock will give your body and mind an instant burst of energy.
- Splash some cold water on your face.[3]
- Take a quick shower. Switch the water from cold to hot and then back again to wake your body up and improve your circulation.
- You can get a similar effect by chewing ice or drinking a cold beverage.
- Flip on the light switch. It will be harder for you to fall asleep with all the lights on. Make your environment is as bright as possible.
- You may want to move to a different room and turn the lights on there to avoid bothering other people.
- Listen to music. Put on your favorite upbeat tune and let it energize your spirit. Turn up the volume as loud as you can.[4]
- Use headphones if there's other people around
- Avoid slow songs that could relax you to sleep.
- Get some fresh air. If you're with a lot of people on New Year's Eve, the atmosphere may be very crowded. This can make the air very hot and humid which can make you very sleepy.[5] Go outside to get some fresh oxygen to rejuvenate yourself.
- Enjoy a film. Watch a really fun film to engage your senses. A good action film will wipe away your sleepiness and keep you on the edge of your seat.
- Avoid films that are too long or slow. Keeping up with a long, complicated plot can leave you feeling drained.
- Use peppermint oil. The smell of peppermint can wake up your senses. Rub some oil on your hands, temples and upper lip. The smell may be very strong, so you might have to keep your distance from people for a while.[6]
- Strong citrus scents can also do the trick.
- Don't use lavender, it can be too relaxing.
[Edit]Preparing to Stay Awake - Eat nutritious foods throughout the day. Eat vitamin rich foods that will give you energy. You'll need plenty of Vitamin C and B and omega-3 fatty acids to give yourself the energy to stay awake. Avoid foods with tryptophan like turkey that can make you feel tired and sluggish.[7]
- Salmon and walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids and will boost your metabolism.
- Oranges and other citrus fruits are a great source of Vitamin C.
- Eggs and beans are very B vitamin rich.
- Eat small meals often to keep your metabolism running. Larger meals can make you sluggish.
- Get a full eight hours of sleep the night before. Make sure your body has enough sleep to operate. It will be really hard to have enough energy to stay awake on New Year's Eve if you're sleep deprived from the night before.
- Don't over do it. Sleeping too much can make you feel groggy.
- Take a walk. Low-impact exercise can give you extra energy. Take a thirty minute walk on New Year's Eve to get your blood pumping and help you stay awake.[8] The sunlight you get from outside will also help your body absorb Vitamin D.
- Keep it light. Heavy exercise can burn you out and make you feel tired.
- Take a nap. If you're worried you still won't be able to make it to midnight, take a nap in the middle of the day. Set an alarm to make sure you don't oversleep. A short nap of forty-five minutes or less will leave you feeling energized. If you go longer, it could make you more tired.
- If you have time, a ninety minute nap will allow your body to get through a rem sleep cycle which can make up for some sleep you'll be losing on New Year's.
- Always keep your mind occupied to stay awake.
- Ask a friend to wake you up in advance just in case you do fall asleep.
- Chew gum or put a mint in your mouth to engage your senses and wake your body up.
- Get up and move around. Try not to sit or lay down because you might get too comfortable and accidentally fall asleep.
[Edit]Warnings - Don't start drinking caffeine too early, or your energy level will crash.
- Try not to eat turkey, there is a chemical which will make you drowsy.
- Don't drink too much alcohol. It will make you extremely drowsy.
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| How to Find Out if Your Ex Still Likes You Posted: 30 Dec 2019 08:00 AM PST Crushing on your ex can be a painful experience, and you probably want to know if there's a chance you'll get back together. To figure out if your ex still likes you, watch their behavior to see how they're acting toward you. Additionally, notice how often they communicate with you and the types of communication you have. As another option, talk to your family and friends to find out if they think your ex is still interested. [Edit]Watching Their Behavior - Notice if your ex always seems to be around. Your ex will probably try to find reasons to be around you if they're still interested. They might pop up at your job, hang out at your favorite places, and attend events they know you enjoy. Track how often you see your ex to figure out if they might be trying to run into you.[1]
- If you and your ex both like the same local coffee shop, they might not be there to see you. However, if your ex never had an interest in art before your breakup but shows up at every art opening, they're probably coming in the hopes of running into you.
- Look at what they're posting on social media. If you're still following them on social media, scroll through their recent postings to see what's going on in their life. Notice if they seem happy or sad. Additionally, see if they appear to have moved on or might be stuck in the past.[2]
- For instance, a post like, "Really miss the good times I used to have with a certain someone" or "The last few days have been hard" might mean they're thinking about you. On the other hand, if they're posting pics of them with a new partner, they might be moving on.
- Check if they're liking your social media posts and pics. It's normal for your ex to occasionally react to 1 of your posts. However, your ex might still be interested if they're liking most of your posts or going back to like old posts. Track how often they interact with your social media account to see if they might still care about you.[3]
- For instance, it might not mean anything if your ex likes a post about you getting a new car. However, they probably still like you if they like every photo you post of yourself.
- If your ex likes old photos of you together, it's very likely that they still like you.
- Watch how your ex reacts when they see you. When you run into your ex, watch their reaction to see if it's positive, neutral, or negative. Look at their facial expressions and their body language to help you figure out how they feel.[4]
- For instance, let's say your ex smiles really big and comes over to say, "Hi! How's it going?" This might be a sign they still like you.
- If they give you a slight wave and say, "Oh, hey," they might feel neutral toward you. In this case, they might just want to be friends.
- On the other hand, they might have moved on if they frown, move away, or fold their arms in front of their body.
- Notice if your ex touches you a lot. When you like someone, it's really hard to resist casually touching them. In fact, this is a common way to flirt! Consider if your ex touches you on your arm, shoulder, back, or legs. This could be a sign that they like you.[5]
- You might also notice that your ex goes in for a hug whenever you run into each other or after you have a conversation. This might mean they like you.
- See if they're willing to do you a favor. Your ex might be willing to help you out with something if they're still into you. Tell them about a problem that you're having and see if they volunteer to help. Alternatively, ask them to help you with something you know they're good at doing. If they say yes, they might still like you.[6]
- For example, ask them to help you with a homework assignment or ask them to help you host a party for a mutual friend.
- If your ex is super friendly and helpful, they might do you the favor even if they don't like you.
- Pay attention if they're hanging onto some of your things. Normally, you give each other back your personal belongings after a break up. If your ex keeps some of your stuff, it might be a sign they still like you. Check to see if you got all of your things back from them.[7]
- For instance, your ex might keep 1 of your shirts so they can smell your scent. Similarly, they might keep an old DVD of a movie you watched together a lot.
- If the item is valuable, your ex might just be trying to keep it for its value. As an example, don't let them keep your mp3 player.
- Find out if they've gone on any dates or hooked up with someone. Check your ex's social media accounts to see if they're posting about a new relationship or if they've posted photos with a new partner. Additionally, check with your mutual friends to find out if there's someone new in their life. If they're dating someone else, they're probably focused on the future and their new relationship.[8]
- In some cases, your ex might post photos of themself with someone else to make you jealous. However, they've likely moved on if they're in another relationship.
[Edit]Examining Your Communications - Track how often your ex reaches out to talk or text. Your ex will probably find reasons to contact you if they're still interested. Check how often they call, text, or talk to you in person. Similarly, consider if they start the conversation back up after it has ended. This might be a sign they like you.[9]
- For example, your ex might text you to ask questions they probably know the answer to. They might ask, "Do we have an assignment due tomorrow?" "Do you know if Candy's party is still on Saturday?" or "I hope it's okay that we're both going to mini golf tomorrow."
- Notice if your ex brings up nostalgic moments in your relationship. If they start telling happy stories about your relationship, it means they're thinking about good times. This is a sign that they might still like you. Listen when your ex starts talking about old times to see if they're focusing on the good parts of your relationship.[10]
- They might say, "Remember that time we had a candlelight picnic under the stars. That was such a good night," or "I still remember how much we laughed at the improv theater. We had such good times together."
- See if they check on you when you're going through hard times. When you're feeling upset, it's natural for a person who cares about you to make sure you're okay. Notice if your ex always seems to be there for you when you need someone. Additionally, consider if they're willing to listen to you talk about your problems.[11]
- As an example, let's say you post on social media that your relative is in the hospital. Your ex might immediately text, "Are you okay?"
- Keep in mind that this might not mean they like you in a romantic way. They might check up on you because they still care about you as a friend.
- Notice if they come to you for advice. Typically, you go to someone you trust when you need advice. Consider how often your ex relies on you for advice about their problems. If your ex consistently comes to you, this means they probably still feel close to you. It might even mean they still like you.[12]
- For example, they might tell you about problems they're having at work or school. Then, they might ask what you think they should do.
- Pay attention if they start talking about their past mistakes. Bringing up their mistakes means that they're thinking about what they could have done differently. This may mean they're trying to figure out how to fix your relationship. Listen closely if they start talking about what they did wrong, what they could've done differently, or how they've changed.[13]
- They might say, "I realize now that I should've listened more," "I really regret talking to that other girl. I'll never make that mistake again," or "Since we broke up, I've really changed. You made me a better person."
[Edit]Asking Your Support System - Ask your friends if they think your ex is still into you. Your friends have a different perspective on your relationship with your ex. They're likely able to see things that you don't notice. Talk to them to find out how they think your ex feels. Get several opinions to help you figure out if your ex might still like you.[14]
- You might ask, "What did you think about my relationship with my ex?" "Do you think we might get back together?" "Do you think they've moved on?" and "Could they still like me?"
- Find out if your ex still talks to your family. While there are several reasons your ex might stay connected with your family, this can be a sign that they haven't totally moved on. Ask your family members if they're still in communication with your ex. If they are, ask them if your ex still talks about you, which is a sign they still like you.[15]
- It's normal for your ex to stay close with your family if you share kids together. They may be talking to your family because it's important for the kids.
- If your ex had a friendship with a family member prior to your relationship, they'll probably stay friends with that person after the breakup. Don't count these types of relationships when trying to figure out if they still like you.
- Talk to mutual friends to find out how often your ex talks about you. If your ex still likes you, they're probably looking for reasons to talk about you. This means their friends will probably have heard them talking about you. Check with the mutual friends you share with them to find out what your ex is saying.[16]
- Ask, "Does Alex still talk about me?"
- If you don't have any mutual friends, you might try reaching out to their friend group. If you're nervous, get one of your friends to ask one of your ex's friends.
[Edit]Signs Your Ex Still Likes You and Help Talking About Getting Back Together - Be really careful if you have children with your ex. Children sometimes hope that their parents will get back together, and the last thing that you want to do is to get their hopes up and disappoint them again. Be very discreet until you know you're back together for sure.
[Edit]Warnings - Avoid having post-breakup make-out sessions or sex with your ex unless you're sure that both of you want to get back together. Don't let your ex take advantage of your heartbreak and just use you for the physical connection.
- Don't be too quick to jump back into the relationship. Sometimes, you idealize the things you no longer have. Don't forget why you broke up. If you're only going to jump back into the same problems, then steer clear of your ex.
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| How to Wear Spanx Posted: 30 Dec 2019 12:00 AM PST Wearing Spanx is a great way to smooth out your body and boost your confidence. With so many options available, however, it can be difficult to figure out what type to buy and how to wear them. By first selecting which type of Spanx you need and finding the right size, color, and fit, you'll be able to get dressed in Spanx and feel comfortable and confident in your outfit. [Edit]Selecting the Right Type of Spanx - Select the original biker short Spanx for versatility. If you're looking for a pair of Spanx that you can wear with almost any outfit, try the original biker short style. This style reaches up to your natural waist at the top and down to your mid-thigh or knees at the bottom, effectively creating a long, smooth, lean line all the way down your midsection.[1]
- For example, the original Spanx biker shorts style works great under dresses and fitted pencil skirts.[2]
- Try Spanx underwear if you only want to slim out your stomach. Spanx underwear fit like normal underwear on the bottom, but are high-waisted with compression fabric at the top to smooth out your midsection.[3] Although Spanx underwear won't help smooth out your thighs, they tend to be lighter and cooler than the original biker shorts or bodysuit styles.[4]
- Try Spanx full-cut underwear to give your butt a bit of a lift.
- Spanx also makes high-waisted thong underwear, which is a great option if you want to smooth out your stomach without having any panty lines.
- Wear a Spanx slip if you're wearing a dress. Spanx slips are a great way to smooth out your entire body when you're wearing a dress. These slips come in a variety of different lengths, so you'll be able to choose the slip that works best for your particular outfit.[5] In addition, Spanx slips are generally opaque, so you can wear them as you would a normal slip under a sheer dress.
- Spanx also makes slips that are open in the chest area, which are a great option if you're wearing a v-neck dress style, or if you want to be able to wear a particular bra.
- Choose a Spanx bodysuit to smooth out your whole body. If you want to streamline your body all the way from your shoulders down to your knees, a Spanx bodysuit is a great option. While these compression bodysuits can be a bit constricting, they make it easy to smooth out your whole body without having to find and get both a shapewear top and bottom.[6]
- Some Spanx bodysuits come with a built-in bra and are available in a number of cup sizes.
- Like slips, Spanx bodysuits are also available in open-bust styles, allowing you to wear your own bra.
- Go for Spanx leggings or tights to help shape your legs. If you're looking for shapewear that will smooth out both your midsection and your entire legs, Spanx leggings or tights are both great options. Both come in a variety of colors, lengths, and materials, so you'll have plenty of styles to choose from.
- Footless Spanx tights are a great option for shapewear you can wear underneath pants.[7]
- In addition to simple opaque tights, Spanx also makes tights in a variety of colors and patterns that will keep you warm, help shape your legs, and add visual interest to your outfit.
- While most types of Spanx are made to be worn under your clothing, Spanx leather leggings are meant to be worn as pants. For an influencer-worthy look, try pairing Spanx leather leggings with a chunky knit sweater and wedge booties.
- Try a Spanx top to smooth out your chest and midsection. If you're only looking to smooth out your torso, you may want to consider trying a Spanx top. Spanx tops come in a variety of styles, including spaghetti strap, open-bust, racerback, and strapless, making it easy to find the right option for your outfit.
- Wearing a Spanx top is a great way to smooth out your midsection if you're wearing jeans or tight pants and don't want to add any layers to your bottom half.
[Edit]Getting the Right Size, Color, and Fit - Use the Spanx size chart to find the correct size for you. First, use a measuring tape to measure your bust, waist, and hips. Then, use the Spanx size chart to find your measurements and see what size you should get. This will help ensure that you get the right size so that they smooth out your body without pinching or gaping. [8]
- Avoid sizing down to ensure your Spanx are effective and comfortable. Arguably the biggest mistake that people make when selecting Spanx is going a size down. While you may think that tighter Spanx will suck in and streamline your body even more, doing so will actually have the opposite effect.[9]
- Trying to squeeze into a pair of Spanx that are too small can make your body bulge and bump, and will likely be extremely uncomfortable.
- Choose the compression level that works best for you. When choosing which Spanx to get, consider how much you'll be moving in your Spanx, and how structured you want them to be. Most Spanx styles are available in 3 different compression levels – Level 1 Smooth, Level 2 Shape, and Level 3 Sculpt. Level 1 Smooth Spanx have the most stretch, while Level 3 Sculpt options have a thicker fabric and more of a snug fit.[10]
- If you want to be able to move easily in your Spanx, you'll likely want to choose a Level 1 option.
- If you want to smooth out your body as much as possible, however, a Level 3 would be the best option.
- Pick the right color for your skin tone and outfit. Most Spanx styles are available in a variety of neutral shades, giving you several options to choose from. When deciding which shade to get, it can be helpful to consider what outfits you plan to wear them with, and whether you want the Spanx to be seen or disguised. You can then decide whether you want to wear a pair that will blend in with your skin tone, or one that will go best with your outfit.[11]
- For example, if you're wearing a sheer dress or top and you want your Spanx slip or tank top to be visible underneath, you may want to choose a darker color, such as black.
- If you're wearing Spanx shapewear underneath a pencil skirt and button-down white top to work, however, you'll likely want your Spanx to match your skin tone so it won't be seen beneath your outfit.
[Edit]Dressing with Spanx - Take your time getting into your Spanx. Because Spanx are meant to be very fitted, they can be quite difficult to get on. To make this as easy as possible, give yourself plenty of time to step into your Spanx and slowly work them up your body and into the correct position.[12]
- If you try to rush putting your Spanx on, you could start to sweat. Sweating will make it much more difficult to get your Spanx on your body and into the right place.
- Avoid putting Spanx on when your skin is hot or moist. When you're putting on Spanx after taking a hot shower, let your skin dry completely before putting your Spanx on. This will keep the Spanx from getting stuck on your skin, which will make them incredibly difficult to get on.[13]
- If you don't have time to let your skin cool down and dry after a shower before putting on your Spanx, try rubbing a bit of baby powder on your skin. This will help your Spanx slip on easier.
- Go without underwear to avoid adding bulk. Because Spanx are made to be worn as both shapewear and underwear, you really don't need to wear additional underwear.[14] In fact, wearing underwear under your Spanx can add seams, lines, and bulk to your midsection, which is exactly what you're trying to avoid. By forgoing underwear, you'll be able to create a seamless, smooth line down your body.[15]
- When worn over underwear, Spanx tend to cause the top of the underwear to roll, adding even more bulk than just a flat underwear line alone.
- Pull Spanx shorts up to your bra line for a smooth line up your torso. When wearing high-waisted Spanx, try pulling them up as high as they will go. This will not only make your torso look long and smooth, but it will also help keep your Spanx from rolling down and bunching around your middle.[16]
- If your Spanx are really high-waisted, try tucking the top up under your bra to help hold them in place.[17]
- You can also purchase straps that will attach the top of your Spanx to the bottom of your bra, holding your Spanx securely in place. These are available online and typically cost less than $15 USD.
- Tug your Spanx up high and wiggle to get them to settle into place. To get your Spanx to closely follow the curves of your body and give your butt a lift, grip the top of your Spanx in the back (right at the bottom of your lower back) and pull them up high. Then, release your grip and wiggle your body back and forth a few times. As you wiggle, the Spanx will slide down a bit, settling into a comfortable yet still curve-hugging and lifting position.[18]
- Use a dryer sheet to keep your Spanx from clinging to your clothes. After putting on your Spanx, unfold a dryer sheet and rub it all over the front and back of your Spanx. This will help remove any static electricity, keeping your clothes from sticking to your Spanx and allowing them to hang straight down.[19]
- If your Spanx or clothes are particularly clingy, rub the inside of your clothes with a dryer sheet as well to remove all the static from your outfit.
- Washing your Spanx by hand will help them last longer and keep their shape.[20]
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