【推荐1】Five Subtle Behaviors To Make People Like You

It looks like you like someone. Are you thinking if there are some little things you can do to get them to notice you a bit more? Here are five subtle behaviors to make people notice you and like you more.

●Don’t be afraid to talk about your flaws(缺陷).

A psychological phenomenon states that if you are seen as very competent, making a mistake makes you more likable than those other very competent people who don’t show their mistakes or flaws.     1     So, it’s not a bad thing if you do show your flaws once in a while.

●Keep their secrets and share one of yours.

    2     Or are you horrible at keeping them? A 2009 study by researchers found that trust is a big deal in a relationship. One way you can show you trust someone early on is to tell them a small secret of yours. This may just bring you closer.

●Mirror your partner’s gestures and behavior.

If you’re often subconsciously mirroring the gestures and movements of your partners, this could make them like you a bit more. Why?     3    

●Show them you like them.

If you like someone and want to be friends, or perhaps more than friends, let them know you like them.     4     And then they may just like you back.

●Display open body language and build your confidence.

Displaying confident behavior is often seen as an attractive quality. One way you can seem more confident is to display open body language. Keep your chest and torso (躯干) open.     5     Closed body language can give people the impression you aren’t available or simply don’t want to talk.

【推荐2】How to prepare for a wildfire

Before you can effectively prepare, it’s very important to understand how wildfires operate. Many think wildfires destroy homes because a wall of flames(火焰)moves across the landscape.     1    . Now that you know what a wildfire is, here’s how you can protect your home and your family.

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Creating a defensible space around your home acts as a barrier against wildfire flames. Home hardening involves constructing with fire-resistant materials. Investing $10,000 to $20,000 in these measures significantly reduces the chance of a home being ravaged by a wildfire, lowering risk by 75%.

Similar to dry or bagged leaves, dead tree branches are dry, which means they, too, can catch fire quickly. If you have any hanging from trees or laying in your yard, remove them ASAP. The same rule applies when removing dead tree branches:     3    .

Families should go over an evacuation plan and practice it well before an emergency actually occurs. Knowing when to leave and being able to go quickly is crucial during an evacuation scenario.     4    . Then plan your primary and alternative evacuation route, and assemble emergency supplies and store them where you can get to them quickly.

    5    . Fix metal gutter covers to reduce leaf litter and windblown debris. This will ensure that things don’t burn in them and spread fire to your home. Don’t pressure-wash gutters; it can damage them or pull them off your house.

【推荐3】Many candidates pursue an MBA with hopes of altering their career paths. In our current environment with declining economic conditions, this is likely to be an increasingly common strategy.

However, applicants looking to change careers should put in some extra work now to show that your desired career is both authentic and attainable.     1    

Here are some actions you can take while you complete your MBA application essays and interviews.

Do your research. Know the role and industry that you desire to join and understand the skills required for success. Check LinkedIn to see where MBA graduates are going and talk to friends or former classmates who work in the field.    2     The more you know about your future industry, the more authentic your essays will sound as you begin to articulate (清楚说明) your goals.

Look for extracurricular work in your target industry. Volunteering in your future industry or function can be a great way to not only solidify (使……固化) your interest, but also show the reader that you have truly given this future career some serious thought and consideration.     3    

Point out similarities between your current role and future goals. It is important to show admission committee members that you are set up to succeed. Even if you are not able to gain experience in your future industry, there are likely to be past experiences you can draw upon.     4     Besides, point out how you have already developed and shown these skills.

    5     This is particularly important if you are not currently working. It will be crucial to show that you have used time in between jobs effectively. Taking additional coursework can be a great way to improve your competitiveness.

【推荐2】The 14th National Games held in Xi’an has triggered great interest — not only in sports and fitness, but also in the host city itself. If you are planning a tour of Xi’an taking less than 3 days, you’ll want to hit all the following highlights.

The Terracotta Army

The Terracotta Army is not just China’s premier historical attraction but one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century, which was constructed by China’s First Emperor Qin Shi Huang of the Qin Dynasty (221 BC-207 BC). It is a collection of thousands of life-size terracotta soldiers, horses, and chariots (战车) in battle formation, showing the emperor’s armies in full splendor.

Ancient City Wall

Xi’an City Wall was built in the 14th century by Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) as a military defense system. Now it is one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, dividing the city into inner and outer areas.

Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

One of China’s most famous Buddhist pagodas, the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda was built in the Tang Dynasty (618-907) for the study of Buddhist scriptures. One of the main functions of the pagoda was to store sutras (经文) brought to China from India by the famous monk and traveler Xuan Zang. It was built with layers of bricks and has a grand structure and appearance. It is exemplary of traditional Chinese architecture.

Shaanxi History Museum

The Shaanxi History Museum is home to over 370,000 precious relics unearthed in Shaanxi over the years. Its collections range from bronze wares to pottery figures, gold and silver wares and wall paintings from the Tang Dynasty (618-907) tombs. Among its precious collections, 18 pieces have been listed as national treasures.