Look for a bottle of cream peroxide at hair supply stores. Cream peroxide ranges in concentration from 9 to 12%, making it more effective than hydrogen peroxide at 3%. This ingredient is used to bleach and color hair in salons and may also be found in permanent hair dye kits (sold in pharmacies and department stores). Put on gloves to protect your skin. Cover any emblems or stickers on the appliance with scotch tape to protect them. Use a toothbrush or paint brush to apply the cream peroxide to the surface of the appliance. Place the item in a large Ziplock bag or clear garbage bag and seal it tightly. The cream peroxide should not be allowed to dry during this process, so make sure that there are no tears or holes in the bag. Place the item outside in direct sunlight.  This method of whitening is ideal for small to medium sized appliances, that can easily be covered and moved outdoors. Check weather reports to make sure that it will be sunny for several hours before starting the process. Allow the appliance to sit outside for 3 to 4 hours in the sun. Rotate the item every hour so that all parts of it get equal sunlight. Exposure to UV light will prompt a reaction with the cream peroxide, reversing the yellowing effect on the appliance. Remove the item from the bag. Using a wet cloth, wipe off all the cream bleach from the surface. Allow the item to dry for several hours before using it.
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One-sentence summary -- Purchase a bottle of cream peroxide. Coat the appliance evenly with cream peroxide. Seal the item and place it outside in the sun. Let the item sit outside. Remove and rinse the item.


Baby tortoises are extremely vulnerable to predators because they are so small. Take extra care to protect them from animals like dogs, cats, raccoons, and birds.  If you are keeping your tortoise indoors, make sure your other pets do not have access to the enclosure. If you bring your tortoise outside, be sure to cover the pen with a sturdy metal mesh top to keep predators out. Baby tortoises become stressed easily, so it's important to avoid over-handling them. Gentle petting and hand-feeding are fine, but you should wait until the tortoise is bigger to begin handling it more.  If you do handle the tortoise, be careful not to distress it by flipping it over or dropping it. Do not allow children to handle the tortoise without supervision or for long periods of time. Pyramiding is a condition that is very common among tortoises that are raised in captivity. It occurs when the shell grows in an abnormal way, causing it to become ridged instead of smooth. This condition typically starts developing in the first year or two of life. Pyramiding may be due to calcium deficiency and/or humidity levels. Try increasing your tortoise's calcium intake by dusting his food with a balanced calcium supplement. You can also try increasing the humidity level in the pen. Respiratory disease is fairly common in captive tortoises. The term "Runny nose syndrome" (RNS) is used to describe upper respiratory infections in tortoises. You can prevent your tortoise from developing this condition by ensuring that the habitat is well-maintained.  Never feed your tortoise junk food, even if it seems to enjoy it. Always stick to the recommended diet for your species. Be careful not to keep the habitat too moist. There should always be some dry land available. Let your tortoise have as much exposure to natural sunlight as possible. Use a substrate material that will not create dust or get lodged in your tortoise's nose. It's also important to reduce the tortoise's stress and not overcrowd the habitat with too many tortoises.
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One-sentence summary -- Protect your tortoise from predators. Keep handling to a minimum. Prevent pyramiding. Prevent respiratory disease.


that’s at least 24 in (61 cm) long and 12 in (30 cm) wide. This is an adequate size cage for 1 Robo hamster. If you want to have more than 1, increase the size of the cage by 0.5x for each additional hamster you house in it.  For example, if you want to keep 2 hamsters, your cage should be 36 inches (91 cm) long and 18 inches (46 cm) wide. Robo hamsters are equally fine living alone or in pairs, so don’t feel like you have to keep 2 if you only want 1. If you decide to keep 2 Robo hamsters, make sure they are the same sex, unless you want them to create several more hamsters that you have to take care of! in the cage. Recreational material should be things that the hamster can play on or in, such as an exercise wheel and tunnels, as well as a place to sleep. The sleeping spot should be an enclosed area, such as a sleeping hut, where the hamster can feel safe as it sleeps.  Sleeping huts for hamsters are available to be bought at any pet store that sells hamster materials. Make sure your food bowl is made of stainless steel or ceramic, since these materials can’t be chewed on by the hamster. Once you’ve bought your hamster and introduced it to its new home, the most important thing for you to do is to keep from stressing the hamster out. So, in addition to leaving the hamster to get used to its new surroundings, don’t make loud noises or try to play with your hamster while it’s asleep; these will startle and scare your new hamster. Robo hamsters tend to sleep for most of the day, so the best times to interact with your hamster are in the early morning and during the evening.
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One-sentence summary -- Get a cage Put a food bowl, water bottle, and recreational material Refrain from waking your hamster when it’s sleeping.


When practiced daily, meditation can reduce your stress and anxiety, increase your focus and productivity, and improve your general well-being. When practiced in the workplace, meditation provides the same benefits. It can help you to relax, enhance your effectiveness as an employee, and improve your overall on-site experience. To reap these perks, set aside time to meditate each day:  Meditate during your lunch hour. The midday mental break will rejuvenate your mind. Meditate at the end of your work day. Concluding your workday with a brief meditation session will enforce the boundary between your work life and your social/home life. Meditate whenever you feel stressed or anxious. Taking a break from your busy schedule can actually help you overcome the feeling that you have too much to do. While some workplaces have designated meditation spaces, many business do not. Do your best to find a quiet, comfortable, private location to practice your meditation. If you must remain in your cubicle or office, you can take the following steps to minimize the distractions:  Close your door and dim the lights. Take your desk phone off the hook. Turn off your cell phone. Put your computer in sleep mode. Wear earplugs or headphones. Take a seat in a comfortable chair. Place your feet firmly on the ground, rest your hands on your knees, sit up straight, and lift your chin. As you focus on an object in front of you, take several deep breaths. Gradually soften your gaze and close your eyes. As you concentrate on your breathing, listen to your heartbeat. Do not control your breath, just breathe naturally. Note how your body moves with every inhale and exhale.  How do your ribs move? When do your shoulders rise? How does your belly rise and fall? As you meditate, thoughts will enter your mind. Instead of fixating on these thoughts, acknowledge that they exist and choose to let them exit your mind. Return your focus to your breathing.  Do not judge or assess your thoughts. As you practice, you may begin to notice a pattern in your thoughts. Gradually return your attention to the present. Before opening your eyes, take several deep breaths. Instead of immediately returning to work, remain seated for a moment and take time to assess how the meditation made you feel. You may choose to end your meditation session at any time. As you continue to practice, your sessions will get longer.
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Make time to meditate at work. Find a quiet spot, if possible. Sit in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Focus on your breathing and body. Acknowledge your thoughts and let them go. Return to a state of awareness.