| How to Disinfect a Phone Posted: 19 Apr 2020 01:00 AM PDT Phones tend to collect a lot of germs on the surface and these germs can make you or another person sick. For a quick and easy clean, use alcohol prep pads or Clorox wipes to disinfect your phone. You can also wipe away dirt and grease with a cloth that's slightly moistened with soap and water. If you're particularly worried about germs or viruses, an alcohol solution is the most effective germ-buster. Keep in mind that alcohol can damage your phone's screen over time, so don't use it too often, though it's still crucial to disinfect your phone and a screen protector will prevent this issue. A UV light sanitizer is also highly effective, but they can be a bit expensive. Be sure to disinfect your phone regularly to keep it safe and germ-free! [Edit]Using Soap and Water for Basic Disinfection - Turn off your phone and disconnect it from the power outlet. Hold down the power button on the side of your phone until you see the shutdown prompt on the screen. Wait for your phone to turn off completely before you begin cleaning it so you're less likely to damage the internal electronics. If you have your phone plugged into a charger, unplug it while you're working so you don't get shocked.[1]
- Avoid disinfecting your phone while it's turned on since you cause it to short out.
- Remove your phone's case if it has one. Since bacteria can get behind the case, make sure to pop it off while you're cleaning. If your case comes in multiple pieces, separate them so you're able to clean each part individually. Keep your phone and case away from each other while you're cleaning so you don't infect them again.[2]
- Be careful with your phone when you take it out of the case since it can get damaged more easily.
- Mix a few drops off dish soap and warm water in a bowl. Fill a small bowl with the warmest water you can handle from your faucet. Add 1–2 drops of dish soap to the water and stir it together until it's thoroughly combined and sudsy.[3]
- Opt for antibacterial soap if possible since it's more likely to kill harmful germs.
- Wet a microfiber cloth with the solution and wring it out completely. Quickly dip your microfiber cloth into the soapy water and pull it out before it gets completely saturated. Squeeze the cloth tightly in your hands to wring out any excess water so you don't get your phone dripping wet.[4]
- Avoid using paper towels or abrasive cleaning pads since you could scratch your phone's screen.
- Rub the phone's surfaces thoroughly with the cloth to remove germs. Start on your screen and work in circular motions over the entire phone. Work carefully around the microphones, ports, and buttons since water could get trapped inside and ruin the internal electronics. After you finish cleaning the front, turn your phone over and start wiping the back clean.[5]
- If you have a water-resistant phone, it's okay if you get some water near the ports or buttons since it's less likely to cause damage.
- Dry any remaining moisture on the phone with a clean towel. Set your phone on a dry microfiber cloth and pat the surfaces dry. Be sure to remove all of the water that's still left on the surface so it's less likely to cause damage.[6]
- Clean rubber or leather phone cases with the soapy water. Dip your microfiber cloth back into the soapy water and wring it out again. Wipe the interior and exterior of your phone case to remove any dirt or dust that's stuck inside of it. Focus on the corners or any small gaps where bacteria would grow more easily to ensure you completely sanitize the case.[7]
- Avoid submerging your phone case since you could damage the material.
- If you have a leather phone case, use a leather conditioner afterward so the case stays soft.
[Edit]Killing Germs with Alcohol - Shut off and unplug your phone from the charger. Unplug your phone from any chargers so you don't get shocked while you're cleaning. Press the power button on the side of your phone and hold it down until you see a prompt pop up on the screen. Wait for your phone to completely shut down before you start cleaning it.[8]
- If you work on your phone while it's still turned on, you could cause the electronics to short out.
- Pop the phone's case off and set it aside. Push the edge of the case away from your phone so it comes loose. Pull your phone out and set it aside while you're working. If your phone case is made up of multiple pieces, take them all apart so you're able to thoroughly clean them later.[9]
- Keep your case and phone separate while you're working so you don't accidentally recontaminate them.
- Combine equal parts rubbing alcohol and warm water in a bowl. Opt for rubbing alcohol that has at least 60–70% alcohol content so it effectively kills the most germs. Pour the rubbing alcohol and warm water into your bowl, and stir them together until they're thoroughly combined.[10]
- You can buy rubbing alcohol from your local drugstore.
- Dampen a microfiber cloth in your cleaning solution. Choose for a microfiber cloth that's lint-free so it doesn't scratch your phone screen. Wet the microfiber cloth in your alcohol solution and wring it out to remove any excess liquid. Make sure the cloth isn't dripping wet, or else you could damage your phone.[11]
- Don't use paper towels or other abrasive cleaning rags since they could scratch your phone.
- Wipe the phone's surfaces from top to bottom with your cloth. Work across the entire front of your phone in circular motions and apply light pressure. Go slowly around the ports, buttons, and speakers so you don't get your cleaning solution in them since the alcohol could ruin the electronics. Flip your phone over and clean the back side in the same way.[12]
- Wash your hands before you start cleaning your phone so you aren't recontaminating it right away.
- Opt for cleaning wipes if you need to sanitize your phone on the go. Look for wipes specifically designed for cleaning electronics since they're less likely to damage your phone. Rub the entire phone with the wipe so it's completely sanitized. Focus on areas that have tight seams or small cracks where bacteria are more likely to build up. Be careful not to put the wipe inside any ports since you could damage the electronics.[13]
- You can buy cleaning wipes for electronics from your local electronics store, and they will usually kill around 99% of the bacteria and viruses on your phone.
- Keep a few cleaning wipes with you whenever you leave so you're able to disinfect your phone on the go.
- Pat your phone dry with a second microfiber cloth. Lay the microfiber cloth flat on your work surface and set your phone down in the middle of it. Gently press the cloth onto your phone to pick up any moisture. Make sure the phone's completely dry so it doesn't get damaged.[14]
- You don't have to dry your phone if you're using cleaning wipes.
- Sanitize wood or plastic phone cases with your alcohol solution. Dip your cloth back in your cleaning solution and wring it out. Wipe the inside and outside of your phone case, making sure to sanitize each piece. Pay extra attention to any small cracks or seams in the case since bacteria can build up there.[15]
- Avoid using alcohol on leather phone cases since you could dry them out.
- If you have trouble cleaning out the crevices, try using a stiff-bristled toothbrush.
[Edit]Using a UV Light Sanitizer - Buy a UV phone sanitizer online or from an electronics store. Look for a model that's large enough to completely close around your phone, or else the treatment won't be as effective. Compare the features and reviews for multiple options so you can choose the one that's the most affordable for you.[16]
- UV phone sanitizers are small enclosed cases that have UV-C lights that can kill up to 99.9% of the bacteria and viruses on your phone.
- You can buy UV light sanitizers for around $60 USD, but more effective models will usually cost you more.
- Put your phone inside the sanitizer and shut the lid. Open the lid for the sanitizer and set your phone face-up in the bottom section. Make sure the phone doesn't hang over the inset section, or else you won't be able to close it properly. Slowly lower the sanitizer's lid to turn on the UV lights and start disinfecting your device.[17]
- You can leave the case on your phone or you may take it off. The UV light will also kill any germs on the case.
- Read the instructions for the sanitizer completely since you may need to do additional steps when you clean your phone.
- Leave your phone inside the sanitizer for 5–10 minutes. Look for a lit signal light on the outside of the sanitizer so you know that it's working properly. Keep your phone inside of the case with the lid down so it can effectively kill the germs on the surface. After 5–10 minutes, the signal light will turn off so you know when you can remove your phone.[18]
- The UV lights will turn off automatically if you open the lid at any point while disinfecting your phone.
- If you take your phone out of the sanitizer early, then it may still have some germs left on the surface.
- Wash your hands before taking your phone out again. Wet your hands with warm water and lather hand soap for at least 15–20 seconds. Rinse off the soap and dry your hands off before lifting the lid on your UV sanitizer. Take your phone out and use it as normal until the next time you clean it.[19]
- Use hand sanitizer if you aren't able to wash your hands.
- If you don't disinfect your hands, then you can contaminate your phone right away when you take it out.
[Edit]Keeping Your Phone Germ-Free - Wash your hands frequently so germs don't transfer to your phone. Always use warm water and soap while you're washing your hands to help kill more bacteria and viruses. Lather the soap on your hands for at least 20 seconds, making sure you clean the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails. Rinse the soap off with warm water before drying them on a clean towel.[20]
- Be sure to wash your hands before handling or eating food, treating a wound, or caring for someone who's sick. Then clean your hands after using the bathroom, blowing your nose, or handling garbage.
- Use hand sanitizer if you aren't able to wash your hands. Look for a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol so it effectively kills bacteria and viruses. Put a coin-sized amount in your palm and rub your hands together, making sure it reaches between your fingers and under your nails. Keep rubbing the sanitizer in until it completely absorbs into your skin.[21]
- Hand sanitizer may not kill all germs on your hands.
- If you have the option, wash your hands instead since it will disinfect your hands more thoroughly.
- Use headphones to keep your phone away from your face. Opt for headphones that have a built-in microphone so you're still able to answer phone calls. Keep your phone in your pocket or on your desk throughout the day so you don't have to handle it as often. Whenever you take a phone call, put in your headphones so you don't have to bring the screen near your face.[22]
- If you don't have headphones, hold your phone away from your mouth or use speakerphone to help reduce the spread of germs.
- Avoid bringing your phone in the bathroom if possible. Leave your phone in another room whenever you go to the bathroom. If you have to bring your phone with you, keep it in a pocket or bag the entire time. Don't touch your phone until you're finished in the bathroom and have washed your hands thoroughly.[23]
- Try to disinfect your phone at least once a week so there are fewer chances of spreading germs.[24]
- Unless you or someone else in your home is sick, or you've recently been out in public, there's no reason to disinfect your phone every day. You can keep your phone clean by maintaining a clean home environment and washing your hands before handling it.
[Edit]Warnings - Avoid touching your face after using your phone so you're less likely to get sick or spread bacteria and viruses.[25]
- Use rubbing alcohol sparingly while cleaning your phone since you could remove the protective coating from the screen that keeps it from getting covered in fingerprints.[26]
- Do not use vinegar to disinfect. It is not an EPA registered disinfectant and its efficacy against viruses and bacteria is low (80% and 90%), respectively. It will not kill all germs.[27]
[Edit]Things You'll Need [Edit]Using Soap and Water for Basic Disinfection - Microfiber cloths
- Dish or hand soap
- Bowl
[Edit]Killing Germs with Alcohol - Rubbing alcohol
- Bowl
- Cleaning wipes for electronics
- Microfiber cloths
[Edit]Using a UV Light Sanitizer - UV light sanitizer
- All-purpose disinfectant
- Hand soap
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| How to Improve a Relationship with Random Acts of Intimacy Posted: 18 Apr 2020 05:00 PM PDT While it's normal for relationships to feel stale after a while, increasing your intimacy can make your relationship stronger and more fulfilling. You can become more intimate with your partner by connecting with them through communication, touch, and acts of kindness. Additionally, spend more time with them to deepen your bond. If you want to improve your sex life, talk about sex more often and try new things in the bedroom. [Edit]Connecting with Your Partner - Tell your partner how you feel about them every day. It's easy to assume that your partner knows how you feel, but everyone has doubts. Make a habit of sharing your feelings daily through spoken reminders and text messages. This will help you and your partner maintain a close bond.[1]
- For instance, tell them you love them every time you part ways.
- Similarly, text them "Good morning my love" or check on them throughout the workday. You might text, "I love you! How's your day going?"
- Show affection through kissing, hugging, and holding hands. You might think of intimacy as having sex, but it also includes things like kissing, hugging, and touching. When you're with your partner, kiss and hug them. Additionally, hold their hand, sit next to them, and cuddle with them. This closeness will help deepen your bond.[2]
- Make a habit of hugging and kissing when you part ways and reunite.
- When you're watching TV, sit close to each other so your bodies are touching.
- Express your gratitude for the nice things they do for you. It's easy to overlook the favors or acts of kindness your partner does for you. When they do something nice, recognize their actions and tell them you appreciate them. Try to thank your partner for something every day to grow your appreciation of them. This can help bring you closer together.[3]
- For instance, you might say things like, "Thank you so much for clearing the table," "Thank you for picking up the groceries so I had time to work out," or "I appreciate your help with dinner."
- Listen to your partner's thoughts and feelings. While physical intimacy is wonderful to have, emotional intimacy is just as important for a strong relationship. To deepen your emotional connection, listen to what your partner is going through. Ask them to open up to you more, and paraphrase what they say back to you so they know you listened.[4]
- Encourage them to talk by saying things like, "Tell me how things have been at work lately," or "I've noticed you've been upset. Can we talk about it?"
- Then, paraphrase what they say with comments like, "It sounds like you've been really stressed lately," or "Are you saying that you're worried we won't have enough money?"
- Perform acts of kindness to show you care. Doing kind things for your partner shows them that you're thinking of them. Set a goal to do at least 1 nice thing for your partner every week to bring you closer. For instance, you might do 1 of the following:[5]
- Ask each other deep personal questions to learn more about each other. Learning about each other helps you build emotional intimacy, so ask each other deep questions. Work these conversations into your routine so you're constantly getting to know each other. For instance, spend a date night having a deep conversation, discuss your answers in the car, or ask-and-answer 1 question a day.[6]
- Write your own list or look for one online. For instance, you might ask questions like, "What are the top 5 rules you live by?" "What would you do on your dream vacation?" "How would you spend a million dollars?" "What is something you wish you could change about yourself?" and "What would your ideal life be like?"
[Edit]Spending Time Together - Go on an actual date at least once a week. Going on dates creates intimate experiences between you and your partner. Plus, it helps you let loose and have fun together, which is important in a relationship. Invite your partner out at least once a week, and look for fun activities you can do with them.[7]
- Watch for flyers or Facebook events that might be fun, like festivals, live music, or holiday celebrations.
- Be spontaneous! For instance, ask them to go to the park after dinner to watch the sunset.
- Engage in a playful activity to bring you closer. Playing together allows you to have more fun and to feel relaxed together. This helps you enjoy your time together and get closer to each other. Do playful activities together, such as playing sports, playing board games, going to an arcade, or attending an art class.[8]
- Make a list of fun things that each of you wants to do. Include things like going to a theme park, playing beach volleyball, and going bowling.
- Create something together. Making something requires you and your partner to work on the same goal. This helps you become a better team and may give you something to laugh about. Invite your partner to create something new together. Here are some ideas:[9]
- Invent special anniversaries to celebrate. You likely already celebrate the day you started dating your partner. However, your relationship might have other milestones that you could celebrate. Having special anniversaries that only you share is special and may help bring you closer together, so create silly or personal celebration days with your partner.[10]
- For instance, let's say your first weekend trip together took place on the second weekend in October. You might go away for that weekend every year.
- Similarly, let's say the first time you tried sushi was on your third date. You might record that day and celebrate "sushi virgin" day every year by trying a new type of fish or a new specialty roll.
[Edit]Improving Your Sex Life - Send each other flirty texts as part of your foreplay. You probably know that foreplay is super important, but sometimes it's hard to stoke your partner's fire. Risque or naughty text messages might help you both get in the mood for sex later. Tell your partner what you want to do to them later or about a fantasy you're having. If your partner is somewhere they can check their phone discreetly, text them a revealing photo of you.[11]
- You might text them, "I'm thinking about what I want to do to your body later," or "You looked so good getting out of the shower this morning. I hope we can recreate that tonight."
- You could also send a photo of you pulling up your skirt or of a bulge in your pants.
- Experiment in the bedroom to spice things up. After you've been with someone for a while, you might feel like sex isn't as exciting. This can lower your sex drive and make you feel less connected to your partner. Fortunately, trying new things might put the spark back in your relationship. Play around in the bedroom so you and your partner can get frisky.[12]
- For instance, get a Kama Sutra book and try out different positions.
- Use toys to enhance your pleasure.
- Try sex dice to spice things up.
- Use handcuffs or rope.
- Eat food off of each other.
- Talk about sex during your daily life to stimulate your desire. Make sex a regular topic of conversation between you and your partner. Talk about your past encounters, your fantasies, and the things you'd like to try. This might help you both feel more interested in sex and excited about having it. Plus, it builds emotional intimacy because you're sharing with each other.[13]
- You might say things like, "Remember when we did it in the kitchen. I hope we can do that again the next time the house is empty," or "I had a daydream that you licked whipped cream off of me, and now I can't stop thinking about it."
- Don't worry if you don't feel close to your partner sometimes. It's normal for your intimacy level to vary at different times in your relationship, and you can improve it.
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| How to Do an Around the World in Soccer Posted: 18 Apr 2020 09:00 AM PDT Though an around the world trick may look difficult and confusing, it's actually not. You only need to follow a few simple steps to learn this awesome soccer trick. It may take a little bit of practice before you master it, but if you keep trying you can learn how to do an around the world. [Edit]Juggling and Striking the Ball - Find a firm, dry surface. You should attempt this trick on a soccer turf, in the grass, or in a gym. Avoid practicing outside during wet conditions, which could cause you to slip. Pick a firm and level surface to practice on.
- Balance a soccer ball on your dominant foot. Practice balancing the ball on top of your foot without letting it roll off. Once you've succeeded, try to hold the ball for as long as possible.[1]
- Juggle the ball on your foot with little to no spin. Work on reducing the amount of spin as much as you can. The ball should bounce straight up and down on your foot.[2]
- Keep the ball very low. Don't juggle the ball too hard or too high, both of which can make this trick more difficult. Juggle the ball very slightly so that it stays below your knee, which will give you more control over it.[3]
- Bounce a little on your planted foot. The foot which remains on the ground should bounce slightly when you do an around the world. This gives you the extra height and momentum you need to get your foot all the way around the ball before it hits the ground.[4]
- Hit the ball with the outside of your dominant foot. Hitting the ball with the outside, rather than the inside, of your foot gives you more time to loop your foot around the ball while it is in the air.[5]
[Edit]Completing the Rotation - Start the rotation around the ball with your foot. Once you've juggled the ball up in the air, use that momentum to lift your foot and take it around the top of the ball on the inside, or around the top of the ball to the outside. Choose whichever is easier for you.[6]
- Complete a full rotation before the ball hits the ground. Your foot should go over and around the ball, back to the starting position, before the ball drops back to the ground. The circular motion needs to be both quick and controlled.[7]
- Catch the ball with your foot. Your foot should make a complete circle in the time it takes for the soccer ball to go up and down once. Try to cradle the ball with your foot while it is falling back toward the ground.[8]
- Continue juggling the ball. Once the ball lands back on your foot, continue to juggle it. Bounce it up and down a few times, then try to another around the world.[9]
[Edit]Practicing the Specific Movements - Practice juggling a soccer ball. Before you can do an around the world, you need to be confident juggling the ball. Practice bouncing a soccer ball up and down on your foot as many times as you can.[10]
- Try the movement without a ball. Pretend you have a ball bouncing on your foot. Practice making a circular motion with your foot moving around "the ball" in the air. You want to do one smooth motion in which you juggle the ball up and then rotate your foot around it.[11]
- Attempt an around the world without juggling the ball. Start with the ball cradled on top of your dominant foot. Toss it up into the air with your foot and practice getting your foot all the way up and around the ball, then catching it. Once you've gotten this down, you can move on to doing an around the world while juggling the ball.
- Keep practicing. Don't feel bad if you don't get the trick down right away. It may take you days or weeks to get it down. Stay calm and focused, and keep practicing until you succeed.[12]
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