Hold your four dominant fingers together and hit the head of the tambourine in the top or bottom third of the tambourine. Play a simple standard strike to whatever beat or rhythm the accompanying music requires. Striking the tambourine in the center usually produces a muddled tone. Hold the tambourine in your non-dominant hand and hit the head with a snare drumstick. Use more pressure while you hit the head for a louder sound and vice versa for softer. Hold the tambourine at a slight angle from horizontal, and curl your four dominant fingers into a fist. Press your thumb against the tambourine's head and drag it in a circular motion. This should cause the zils, or metal cymbals, to make a sustained jingling sound. Thumb rolls are ideal for short jingling sounds but, if you need something longer than a few seconds, a shake roll will work better. Hold the tambourine vertically in front of you and twist it back and forth with your non-dominant hand. Shake it as quickly or as slowly as you want depending on the rhythm you're trying to achieve.
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One-sentence summary -- Try a standard strike. Beat a snare drumstick against the tambourine for a louder sound. Do a thumb roll for a continuous sound instead of a rhythm. Use a shake roll for longer periods of time than a thumb roll.


While sunflowers don't necessarily need additional feeding to grow, fertilizer can make the colors on your flower heads brighter and bolder. Start with a high-nitrogen liquid plant fertilizer, then switch to one with more phosphorus when the bud begins to bloom. You can also add diluted fertilizer to your sunflower's water. Take care not to over-fertilize your sunflower – the stem may break. As the seedlings grow, they need as much direct sunlight as possible so the stems will be thick and strong and able to support the large flower head. Once grown, your sunflower should have 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day. The heliotropic heads of sunflowers follow the path of the sun. If not in direct sunlight, they will bend towards the sun, which may damage the stem over time.
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One-sentence summary -- Add fertilizer if desired. Keep your sunflower in direct sunlight.


Laser surgery will use beams of light to reshape your cornea so you no longer have astigmatism. This procedure must be done at a specialist eye clinic by a surgeon trained in laser eye surgery.  Laser eye surgery can range in price from $300 to $4,000 USD per eye. The cost depends on how experienced your surgeon is and the severity of your astigmatism.  Your health insurance may not cover laser eye surgery. Contact your insurance provider for more information. This procedure is considered safe and low risk. In rare cases, you may develop dry eyes, double vision, glare, and vision loss. However, these issues usually clear up as you recover from the surgery. In some cases, your surgeon may under-correct your eyes, where your cornea is not repaired enough to fix your astigmatism. If this occurs, they can repeat the surgery and make sure your cornea is fully corrected. The surgery will be done at the eye clinic and will take 20-30 minutes total. You will be given medication so you can relax as the surgery is performed. You will also be given numbing eye drops so you do not feel anything during the procedure. If you are getting laser surgery in both eyes, the surgeon will likely complete surgery on both on the same day. after the surgery. Most people can drive and return to work 1-2 days after getting laser eye surgery. Your doctor will check up on you the day after your surgery and you will need to have regular check ups for the first 6 months of recovery. Issues like dry eyes, double vision, and glare should clear up within several weeks.  Protect your eyes from injuries by wearing sunglasses outside and avoiding contact sports as they heal. Most people recover fully from laser eye surgery within 6 months. After 6 months, your doctor will reassess your sight to confirm you no longer have astigmatism.
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One-sentence summary -- Get a referral for a specialist eye clinic from your optometrist. Learn the possible risks of laser eye surgery. Allow the eye surgeon to perform laser eye surgery. Recover


These shorts are meant to be worn as workout gear without anything layered on top of them. They are engineered with high-end materials and have unique constructions that set them apart from the undergarment versions. Unfortunately, these high-end materials raise the price tag significantly. Outerwear compression shorts are usually 2-3 times more expensive than the undergarment versions. On the upside, they usually last longer and are far more durable. These shorts have the top-shelf construction, special features, and high-end fabrics that many serious athletes prefer. They provide support for the glutes, quads, and hamstrings. Increased blood flow and better bone alignment are other features that interest serious athletes.  Outerwear compression shorts are thought to also speed up recovery time, prevent delayed-onset muscle soreness, and prevent injuries associated with intense sporting activities.  You may prefer this style if you play intense sports, are a long-distance runner, or interested in training recovery. Undergarment compression shorts are meant to be worn beneath athletic clothing, such as under a looser-fitting pair of shorts or bottoms. They are manufactured to be mainstream athletic gear, making them easier to find in stores and much cheaper.  $15-$25 USD is a typical price range. They aren’t as durable as the outerwear versions, but most brands still produce high quality gear. If you live an active lifestyle, these shorts are easy to wear, functional, and comfortable. They provide muscle support and help circulation. Many wear them as supportive gear instead of jockstraps and other traditional athletic supporters, and they are an effective replacement.
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Choose outerwear compression shorts if you want high-end gear. Opt for outerwear compression shorts if you’re a serious athlete. Go with undergarment shorts for a more affordable solution. Select undergarment shorts for a blend of support and comfort.