A Beginner’s Guide to Crossdressing (2022)

Before we jump in, let’s talk about what crossdressing is. To me, crossdressing is wearing clothes that are traditionally associated with a different gender. A boy wearing a dress, a girl wearing a necktie. That’s really about it. I do not think clothes are, should be, genderized. They are simply clothes. If they fit, you can wear them. It’s pretty simple. I believe people who identify as a crossdresser fall under the transgender spectrum.

The question I get asked the most is ‘how do I crossdress?’ Crossdressing is pretty easy and complex at the same time. You can go as minimal or as far as you want. Crossdressing can be as simple as slipping on a pair of panties or as in depth as shaving your body, getting a $60 makeover and hitting the town. It’s really up to you.

What I think people are really wanting to know is that they want to look a certain way but are unsure of how to do so. There is a look they want to achieve but they are uncertain about the practical part (how do I determine my size or wear makeup) or the psychological part (how do I accept myself).

This is something you learn by doing.

Achieving my look comes down to a few different parts. My makeup, shaving, and clothes.

Let me first state that I am not speaking for the entire transcommunity. I am not saying these are the standards and expectations you must meet in order to be trans. You are transgender if you say you are transgender. I have seen gorgeous women with facial hair and have met many transwomen who wear jeans and sneakers and no makeup. The term transgender covers a lot of different ways that one can identify as…genderqueer, bi-gender, crossdressing, agender…the list continues to grow. What I am writing about here covers some of the basic topics I get asked about shopping, makeup, shaving and going out.

However, I also remember the early days of dressing up, going out and being comfortable. It was a roller coaster of emotions. I think all of us go through swings of self-esteem. I certainly did at first and it still happens from time to time. It’s normal. I think what helps me get through them is just accepting and loving myself and not worrying about what other people might think. Remember, unless you ask them, you’ll never know what they think.

I think sometimes our self-esteem is so tied up in how we feel about how we look. I think most of us have felt at one time (or one hundred times) that we are not pretty enough, we look too male, we’re too tall, our feet are too big and a million other thoughts. When we don’t love how we thought we’d look, or how we wanted to look, it can be a little…devastating, to be honest. The first time I wore makeup and a wig I was amazed at how I looked but also crushed that I didn’t look like Elizabeth Hurley. The first time I did my own makeup was also a humbling experience.

Look at these two pictures below. They were taken a little over two years apart from each other. Two completely different girls, in my opinion. And it’s more than the look…you can see a huge change in confidence and happiness.

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I started to let go of impossible expectations and learned to accept myself and to love myself and be happy with who I am and how I looked. I stopped trying to pass and focused on what I wanted to wear and learning how to look how I wanted to look. These days I feel good about…85% of the time I dress up. If I am not at 100% it’s usually because my foundation is a little off, my eyeliner not perfectly straight or another small reason. Time and experience and practice pays off.

And really, once you accept that and believe it, going out of the house or even just looking in the mirror becomes a million times easier. I promise.

Clothes are easy and hard at the same time. To find clothes that fit, you just need to try them on. Not sure what dress size you are? Try on several sizes to find the right fit. A rule of thumb is going one or two sizes up from your male clothes. I wear a medium t-shirt in men’s clothes but in women’s tops I wear a extra large, not because I have a tummy but because I have broad shoulders and need tops that can fit them. Shoes are similar. I wear a 10 1/2 in men’s, a 12 in women’s. I have a small waist but broad shoulders which means I can wear a small sized skirt (an 8, for example) but I need a size 12 dress (depending on the material) because I am wider on top than I am in my middle. Of course, this is very much a rule of thumb as every department store and designer has a different idea about sizing. More on that in a moment.

Before you go shopping, it’s a good idea to take your measurements. Find a measuring tape (not the tool kit kind) and take your measurements for different parts of your body:

-Waist measured at your belly button

-Bust measured at nipple height with no forms/padding

-Bust measured at nipple height with forms/padding

-Chest measurement taken just under pectoral muscle (2 to 3 inches below nipple)

-Shoe sizes are typically one to one and a half larger than your male shoe size

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Once you know your measurements, shopping, especially online, becomes easier. Most shopping websites will give you your size (whether you are a size 14 or an extra large, for example) if you know your measurements. Note, however, that EVERY clothes maker and EVERY department store is different. At Dress Barn I am a size 12, at Forever 21 I am a size 16.

It’s complicated. Everyone’s body is different. Finding clothes that fit takes time. Finding clothes that are appropriate for your age and body type takes practice. You will spend a lot of money making mistakes when you buy clothes. The only way to find out what will fit is to actually try it on. Finding the right sized clothes took a long time for me and will take a long time for you. Good thing shopping is fun!

The hard part is plucking up the courage to try things on in a store. Luckily the internet exists. You can shop all you want online, buy things and send them back if they are the wrong size. It’s a low-risk way to shop. Many of us start shopping online at crossdresser specific stores such as Glamour Boutique, Xdress, and En Femme.

Personally I enjoy going to a store to shop. I think it’s much easier to use a dressing room at a store. I’ve gone shopping in both male and female modes and I’ve never had a bad experience with a sales clerk. The rule of thumb is be friendly, chatty, gracious and polite. Don’t be rude or creepy. Just don’t. Sure, you might get an odd look from someone at the store, it happens. But you’ll get over it. It gets easier the more you do it. And trust me, you aren’t the first or the last man they’ve seen trying on a dress. If you’re not comfortable there, leave. Go somewhere else. I’ve had amazing shopping experiences with super friendly sales clerks who’ve helped me and I know you will too as long as you are a gentleman (or a lady).

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Let’s get to another part of my look: makeup. Makeup is hard. No one learns makeup on their own.

These two photos are examples of me doing my own makeup and were taken about two years from each other. There is a world of difference between them. I am happy with my makeup and I am confident in my technique.

How did this happen? Time, practice, mistakes and money.

Earlier I said that no one creates a masterpiece the first time they paint. Nor will they the fiftieth time they paint. It took YEARS until I was happy with my look. It took a lot of practice. I made a lot of mistakes. I spent a lot of money. Again, you are learning by doing.

A Beginner’s Guide to Crossdressing (6)So, here’s how you learn makeup. You could watch youtube videos and learn from them but like buying clothes, everyone is different. Everyone has different skin, different color, different tone. What works for me might not work for you. The easiest way to learn makeup is to have someone teach you.

I am lucky to be married to my wife for many reasons. In my early days she taught me makeup. She is a trained cosmetologist and knew what tones and shades would work for my skin. I know not everyone is married to a makeup artist, but you can still learn. Makeup is hard to get right. There are still times when my eyeliner doesn’t look good or my color correcting is a little off. The best way to learn makeup is to schedule a makeover. I know that sounds like the scariest thing in the world, and it is, but it’s the best way to start mastering your look. Go to the experts, they will show you which products to use, which tones are best for your skin color and they will teach you how to apply makeup. I’ve been doing my makeup for years and I probably had ten makeovers in the last twelve months and I still learn something new each time. ULTA and MAC are where I would recommend starting out. Remember, you aren’t the first or last crossdresser your makeup artist will ever have. They are trained to help girls like us. Makeup artists are also trained with the newest techniques, like contouring, which totally changed my life.

Like clothes, makeup can be confusing as every cosmetic company has different products and shades. Foundation from Smashbox is different than foundation from Too Faced. Try different products, try different shades, mix it up, ask for help and see what works for you. There are no rules with makeup, just do what works for you. I use a lot of different products from different makeup companies and my foundation/color correcting technique is something I developed on my own. I started to experiment with different blends and techniques and I finally found a way to completely cover up my beard line.

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Makeup is expensive, so be prepared for that. You get what you pay for when it comes to cosmetics. One of my foundations costs $45, another is $6. I wish the $6 foundation was all I needed, but with my skin type and facial hair, I need the better coverage the expensive foundation provides. When starting out, I recommend buying inexpensive makeup to get the hang of it. It’s better to practice with $8 eyeliner instead of $32 eyeliner. Drawing that perfect line on your waterline takes a lot of practice and you’ll have so many smudges you’ll look like a raccoon. That’s okay. Wash it off, and practice again. Don’t get frustrated. Makeup removal wipes are essential.

It’s also important to have realistic expectations in both your clothes and your makeup. You will likely not look like what you expected. The first time I had a makeover I was hoping I’d look like Nicole Kidman. I didn’t. I never will. Clothes and makeup are magical. You will look different than what you expected. You might be disappointed that you don’t look like a fashion model but no one looks like them.

A Beginner’s Guide to Crossdressing (8)The first thing I thought before I started to shave my legs, chest and arms was what will people think? I realized that I didn’t care. I also don’t know what people think because I’ve never asked them.

Anytime you change something about yourself, you run the risk of someone saying something about it. My suggestion is to be prepared for it and have an answer ready. Don’t make it a big deal, because if you do, they might as well. When I started to shave my legs, I braced myself for questions or comments. Luckily most people know I am an avid runner and cyclist and shaving your legs is pretty common. My standard response though is that I hate body hair. But in all honesty, no one has ever said anything about my legs, arms or chest.

Think about it like this. If you saw someone with shaved legs, would you say something? You probably wouldn’t.

But how I shave and do hair removal is how I do it. You may find a different techniques that work. Again, I learned how to do this by doing. I’ve changed my techniques over the years but I think I’ve found a system that works.

Once you shave your legs (or arms, or chest, or…) you’ll never go back. Smooth, hairless legs feel amazing against bed sheets and a nightgown and a skirt…you’ll be in heaven.
But like anything wonderful, it takes a little work, practice and patience. The first time you shave your legs will probably take a while and you’ll get a few nicks and cuts and you might get a little frustrated. But with practice and time, your legs will look and feel smooth and amazing!

The first thing you’ll want to do is use an electric clipper to remove as much leg hair as possible. You don’t want to get toooo close to your skin but you likely have years of growth and a clipper will make your life easier the first time you shave your legs. Once you have clipped, you’re ready to get shaving. The right razor and shaving cream is essential. However, this is also a matter of preference. Like makeup, this is learning by doing, in a way. Some girls use “girl’s” razors, some use “boy’s” razors. The argument is that boy’s razors are cheaper and get a closer feel. Some argue that girl’s razors are better suited for the curves of a leg. It’s up to you but try multiple options. But whatever you use, use a different razor for your legs than you use for your face and rinse your razor often as you shave.

A Beginner’s Guide to Crossdressing (9)I would also recommend taking a bath the first time you shave your legs. Shaving a leg might look easier than shaving your face but your legs have different curves and harder to reach places than you’d think. It’s difficult to get every hair on the back of your thigh and around your ankle, for example. Being in a bath will give you time to sit, to relax and learn your legs. Also, the warm water will help you open your pores and help you get a closer and smoother shave. After I got used to shaving my legs I started to shave standing up in the shower. Again, the first time you do it this way will also take time (and likely the hot water will run out before you are done) and you’ll learn that your body can twist and bend in many new ways as you shave. You’ll find yourself holding onto the shower bar for balance and stability as you twist and rotate to get every hair.

Patience is key here. The first time you shave your legs will take FOREVER. Don’t rush. As you shave any part of yourself you’ll get better as time passes. So take your time and savor this experience.

In terms of technique, I start with my upper front thigh. I use shaving cream (again, try different kinds) and slowly and carefully shave this part of my leg. Shaving your leg is a little similar to say, shaving your neck and face. Slow and smooth is key here. I tend to use long strokes on the longer parts of my leg, and quick, short strokes around my knees and ankles. But again, whatever works for you. This is learning by doing. I then move to the back of my thigh. The backs of my legs are tricky. Since I have dark hair and prefer nude stockings, I need to have a close shave in order to look my best. Before I step into the shower, I do cover the backs of my thighs and lower leg with Veet. Veet is similar to Nair. Once I step into the shower, I wash off the Veet and then shave where the Veet was. This is extra work but it helps with a smoother and cleaner leg. Shaving the back of your thigh will have you thinking that you should’ve stretched before getting into the shower as you’ll be bending, twisting and trying to get every hair. Please hold onto something for balance.

Once my thigh is done, I move onto my knee and lower leg. Knees are trickier than you think. The lower leg is pretty straight forward though but the back is also tricky. I finish the leg with my feet and toes (groooosssss) and then move onto my other leg.

Once I am done, I shut off the water and give my legs another look and then touch up any spots I missed. The first few times you shave you’ll likely get a few cuts, so prepare for that. Once you have a smooth and clean leg, you’ll definitely want to use a moisturizer.

Again, the first time you shave your legs might be discouraging and frustrating but like applying eyeliner, it’s something you’ll get better at with time, patience and practice.

If you want to shave your bikini area, you’ll want to use baby oil instead of shaving cream. Baby oil will leave your skin less irritated and will help you avoid the little red bump thing. Using baby oil will require you to rinse your razor a LOT more often than using shaving cream, though, but your skin will thank you. Shaving this area, as you might imagine, takes a lot more patience and time.

When it comes to my eyebrows, I make sure I have them done about every three weeks. This is probably the most common area one waxes, but I actually have my eyebrows threaded. It is not without it’s discomforts but also quick, affordable and convenient.

I have thick, black hair…and that goes the same for my face. We can only shave our face so close and I’m always conscious my beard line being visible when I go out. Again, this is what I do, everyone’s skin is different and your techniques may vary but there are a few steps I do to eliminate this problem. First, shave your face as close and as smooth as possible. Once your face is shaved, use a moisturizer once you are happy with your shaving. Let the moisturizer settle and then use a foundation primer before your foundation. This helps keep your foundation lasting longer. A primer is a must in the days when I am out and about for hours and hours…I don’t want any facial hair poking through. After I add my primer, I will then apply a bright red lipstick (a little goes a long way!) to my beard line. This is a method that takes some practice but adding a reddish tint to your face counteracts with the slight blueish tint facial hair can create. Basically what I do is take a very red lipstick and apply a little to my fingers. I will then spread that to lightly cover my jawline, neck and around my mouth. If applied correctly you will appear to have a slightly red beard. Once that is applied, then I will start my foundation. Please note that this is a tricky process and will likely take a lot of trial and error before you get it right. Your skin color and foundation shade will likely play a factor in this process. Don’t be surprised…or discouraged if you have a slightly orangish tint the first few times you try this. You can also try RCMA Beard Cover, a popular method for those on the stage.

Stepping out into the real world

Okay, so you’re all dolled up and nowhere to go? Tired of hanging out in the living room? Hit the town! Yes, I know, that is scary. It was scary the first fifty times I went out but it gets easier each time. Before you go out, please make sure you are ready. Before I go out, I always make sure my purse has:

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-Finishing powder

That’s the fun stuff. The reality is that I have a lot more in my purse than makeup. I recommend every t-girl have the following in their purse:

-Cash. This is pretty obvious but I use cash for everything when I go out. If I want to get a coffee or need to pay for parking, I use cash. I like cash because I don’t run the risk of turning over my credit card (with my male name) to a cashier. I also bring my debit and credit card just in case.

-Proof of car insurance. If you get into an accident or get pulled over, you’ll need to provide proof of insurance. Simple enough but plan for the worst.

-Fully charged cell phone. Pretty self-explanatory. You’ll need it in case of emergency. Any emergency.

-Roadside assistance information. You need to know who to contact if you get a flat tire. Sure, I can change a tire myself, but no way I am doing that in a dress or heels.

-Driver’s license. Again, if you get pulled over…

-Spare car key. If you’re not used to carrying a purse, you might forget to place your keys in it. A spare key tucked in your purse saves a call to a locksmith.

-Medical insurance card. Again, plan for the worst.

-A friend. I don’t mean bring a friend with you, though shopping is a lot more fun if you do, but if you’re out to anyone in your life, drop them a message to let them know you’re stepping out. It’s good to let someone know you’re out on the town in case you need help.

-I would also recommend downloading the Uber or Lyft app. If you run into car troubles and need help, having this on your phone can be a lifesaver. I have an app on my phone and I have multiple accounts associated with it. One for my male life, one for Hannah. I’ve used Uber as both genders and I’ve never had an issue.

Where should you go?

Anywhere you want, but plan ahead. Is there a LGBTQIA friendly coffee shop in town? Maybe start there. Or a LGBTQIA bar? That’s another option. For your first time out, some of us go someplace where they’re used to seeing girls like us. You might google ‘crossdresser friendly stores’ but it’s not likely you will find anything. It’s important to get used to being out in public and it’s easier if you know you’re not the first t-girl, or the only t-girl there. If there’s not a place like that in your area, I bet there’s a PFLAG or a Tri-Ess chapter that meets near you.

Being comfortable out will take time but you will get there. I never thought I’d go to a restaurant or a mall or a gas station in heels, but I do it all the time.

Not comfortable yet in your area? Drive to a bigger city. Get a hotel room there, have an adventure! Bigger cities tend to be more liberal and open minded than smaller towns. When I go to downtown Minneapolis, I walk down the street confident in knowing I am not the first or last transgirl to strut that street that day. Bigger cities have seen girls like us before.

Will people see you? Of course they will. You’re out in public. Will they point? Will they laugh? Will they whisper behind your back? Maybe. But really, so what? I go out all the time and very, very rarely does anything like that happen. And the more often I go out, the less I notice it. Will people recognize you? Maybe. If you’re afraid of that happening, again, go to a different town.

I know I was nervous people would point and snicker while I was out in the real world, but that hasn’t really happened to me. I’ve interacted with everyone from baristas to shop clerks to gas station employees to waiters and I’ve never had a bad experience. No one has been rude or laughed or anything. The world is a wonderful place sometimes.

Safety is the number one concern, of course. I know what parts of my city are safer and I’m sure you do too so don’t go there. Go somewhere where you can park in a well lit area as well. Going out for the first time is nerve wracking enough but going someplace a little iffy is just adding more stress that you don’t need.

How can I be a perfect crossdresser? ›

7 tips of crossdressing in public
  1. #2 Learn to dress as a female. Always dress within limit. ...
  2. #3 Wear nice accessories. Having the right accessories can make all the difference in passing as a woman. ...
  3. #4 Walk like a female. ...
  4. #5 Talk like a lady. ...
  5. #6 Pick a right time and place to go out. ...
  6. #7 Stay calm and confident.

Is cross-dressing addictive? ›

Many cross-dressers are driven by addiction. A man dressing up in women's clothes is seeking, and getting, emotional comfort - very often, most profound emotional comfort. The psychological steps leading to this are complex, and perhaps we'll get to talk about them some time, but the basic principle is simple.

What should a crossdresser wear? ›

Loose fitting clothes such as skirts and dresses are great to feel feminine as the feel of a skirt blowing around between your legs is incredible. For tops avoid loose fitting items as they will decrease your bust and curvaceous shape. Choose your swimwear wisely.

What does the Bible say about cross-dressers? ›

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How do I start dressing like a woman? ›

20 Easy Style Tips To Dress Like A Lady
  1. Wear well-fitting clothes. ...
  2. Choose the right colors. ...
  3. Add elegant layers. ...
  4. Show off your best features. ...
  5. Don't overcomplicate your outfits. ...
  6. Wear classic and timeless pieces. ...
  7. Stay away from trends. ...
  8. Know your fashion style.

How can a man dress like a girl? ›

Jewelry like necklaces, bracelets, rings, and clip-on earrings will add a feminine touch to the outfit. Wearing colorful clothes and a lot of jewelry can make a person look more feminine. If the boy is wearing a dress or skirt, you can have him wear tights to add color or design to his look.

Why would a man dress like a woman? ›

They usually wear women's clothes to bring out the female side of their own natures, as well as to get an erotic thrill and to modulate their anxiety. As you've undoubtedly noticed, cross-dressing can bring your husband extreme happiness and even euphoria, so it's no wonder you don't like to deny this pleasure to him.

How do I look female? ›

How to Look More Feminine
  1. Grow Longer Hair. You don't have to give up on being more feminine if you prefer short hair, but long hair is widely considered quite feminine. ...
  2. Wear Some Makeup. ...
  3. Wear Clothing That Flatters Your Female Shape. ...
  4. Choose Feminine Fabrics. ...
  5. Wear Jewelry. ...
  6. Choose Red. ...
  7. Moisturize Your Skin. ...
  8. Have Good Posture.
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Why is cross-dressing Good? ›

There are many benefits to being a crossdresser. You will be able to have a wardrobe that is truly your own, experience pleasure and fun, and increase your confidence. Crossdressing can also be an emotional release for some people. If you are struggling with emotional issues, crossdressing may be the answer for you.

Is crossdressing a form of gender dysphoria? ›

Gender Dysphoria, Cross-Dressing and Erotic Arousal

Cross-dressing does not define gender dysphoria. Historically, cross-dressing has elicited an intense societal response.

What is it called when a woman dresses like a man? ›

Cross-dressing is the act of wearing items of clothing not commonly associated with one's sex. Cross-dressing has been used for purposes of disguise, comfort, comedy, and self-expression in modern times and throughout history.

What's the meaning of cross dress? ›

Definition of 'cross-dress'

If someone cross-dresses, they wear the clothes usually worn by the opposite sex.

What Pertaineth to a man? ›

Where in the Bible does it say not to wear women's clothes? ›

A woman must not wear men's clothing, nor a man wear women's clothing, for the LORD your God detests anyone who does this. If you come across a bird's nest beside the road, either in a tree or on the ground, and the mother is sitting on the young or on the eggs, do not take the mother with the young.

What does Deuteronomy 28 say? ›

What can I take to look more feminine? ›

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What does a feminine woman look like? ›

In Western cultures, the ideal of feminine appearance has traditionally included long, flowing hair, clear skin, a narrow waist, and little or no body hair or facial hair. In other cultures, however, some expectations are different. For example, in many parts of the world, underarm hair is not considered unfeminine.

How do I make my jeans look feminine? ›

Can boy wear girl clothes? ›

Yes, boys can dress in girls' clothes and vice versa. Although society still has some hang-ups on cross-dressing, people fear their children dressing as the opposite gender could be a sign of their sexual orientation or gender identity later in life.

What does it mean when a girl wears your hoodie? ›

When your girl wears your hoodie, it allows her to connect with you when you're not around, which can be creepy or cute, depending on how you feel about the situation. Scent can trigger some seriously far away memories because of the way your brain is wired.

Can a boy wear a skirt? ›

Outside Western cultures, men's clothing commonly includes skirts and skirt-like garments; however, in North America and much of Europe, skirts are usually seen as feminine clothing, and are not always considered acceptable for men and boys to wear.

How do you tell your wife you Crossdress? ›

Public opinion does matter and she wants to be able to control who knows about your cross-dressing because it also affects her. The best ways to tell your wife: Take her on a vacation, just the two of you; no kids. Relaxed and away from responsibilities is the time to have an honest discussion on your cross-dressing.

When did cross-dressing start? ›

Cross-dressing in motion pictures began in the early days of the silent films. Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel brought the tradition of female impersonation in the English music halls when they came to America with Fred Karno's comedy troupe in 1910. Both Chaplin and Laurel occasionally dressed as women in their films.

When did cross-dressing become legal? ›

Between 1848 and 1900, 34 cities passed prohibitions against cross-dressing, followed by 11 more in the years leading up to World War I. San Francisco's law remained in effect until July 1974.

How can a guy get a more feminine body? ›

  1. Enact a strict diet. ...
  2. Reduce your protein intake, this will reduce muscle mass allowing for a more feminine appearance.
  3. Change your exercise routine. ...
  4. Start practicing yoga. ...
  5. Moisturize! ...
  6. Start practicing in heels. ...
  7. Watch videos of women walking and talking. ...
  8. Start practicing a feminine voice.

What is it called when a guy looks like a girl? ›

September 2022) Femboy (alternatively spelled femboi) is a modern slang term used to refer to a young person who identifies as male and who displays traditionally feminine characteristics, such as wearing dresses and skirts.

How can I be more feminine to my husband? ›

  1. Have a Baseline. If you don't know how it feels to be connected to your feminine core, you won't know when you're not connected to it. ...
  2. Trust. Being feminine with your husband requires you to trust him. ...
  3. See Your Husband in His Strength. Your husband is capable. ...
  4. Let Go And Enjoy. ...
  5. Express Your Desires. ...
  6. Let Him Lead.

Is drag the same as cross-dressing? ›

Unlike the secrecy of cross-dressing, in which the attempt is often to pass as a woman, dragging involves performance whereby the intent is an undoing of gender norms through doing (or dressing) the part of the opposite sex. There is a rich literary tradition of men taking stage in women's clothing.

How do you stop cross-dressing? ›

Finding another hobby to do will help to divert your attention away from crossdressing and provide you with something to do. Hide or donate the clothes you used to wear when you cross-dressed. You will be less likely to crossdress if you hide your clothes (out of sight out of mind).

What movie has a man dressed as a woman? ›

Michael Dorsey, an unsuccessful actor, disguises himself as a woman in order to get a role on a trashy hospital soap. Michael Dorsey, an unsuccessful actor, disguises himself as a woman in order to get a role on a trashy hospital soap.

Does crossdressing cause anxiety? ›

The symptoms of transvestic disorder are shame, guilt, and anxiety associated with cross-dressing. Cross-dressing may include wearing only a single article of clothing typically associated with the opposite gender or a complete outfit, along with hair and makeup.

What is an Autogynephile? ›

Can transvestism be cured? ›

Doctors diagnose transvestic disorder when people are greatly distressed by or cannot function well because of their desire to cross-dress. No drugs are reliably effective, but psychotherapy, when needed, may help people accept themselves and control behaviors that could cause problems in their life.

Why is my teenage daughter dressing like a boy? ›

A lot of kids do this during dress-up play or pretend play. It may mean that they're exploring their gender identity as well, but a lot of times, they're just exploring expression and seeing how these different things feel.”

What is it called when you don't look like a boy or girl? ›

Can men wear skirts and dresses? ›

There's no skirting the topic—skirts aren't just for women. There's no skirting the topic—skirts aren't just for women anymore. In fact, they've always been for men, too.

What do you call a female crossdresser? ›

Definition of transvestite

: a person who wears clothes designed for the opposite sex : a cross-dresser An older term for crossdresser is transvestite.

How do you dress like a real woman? ›

DO …
  1. Keep nails short and paint them in a neutral colour or French manicure.
  2. Wear classic pumps or elegant slingback kitten heels.
  3. Wear a belt and show off your waist.
  4. Shop vintage — think elegant and glamorous '40s and '50s styles.

How do I find my personal style? ›

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The Indian government recently piloted an AI-powered tool for crop cutting and yield estimation under the Prime Minister’s Crop Insurance Scheme (Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yoajana).

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Essays on Culture Shock

With the developmental process of internationalization, more and more people go abroad to study or start their business, so people from new cultural backgrounds will connect with other people and have to adapt the culture of the country where they are moving to.

Those people are somehow involved cross-cultural communication in the foreign country. It means that they will encounter culture shock sooner or later. One of the effects of culture shock is that it can create confusion, worrying, and stressful emotions.

Therefore, the individual's capability adapt to new culture is very necessary to mitigate culture shock. It is important to comprehend the causes of culture shock before try to get accustomed with it. Indeed, the process to adapt is difficult then it expected because their thinking and behaviours are deeply influenced by their own culture and those people may find it hard to change and fit with different culture.

In summary, culture shock is one of the most popular issue in cross-cultural communication. Getting used to a strange culture can be a difficult task, especially, for the people the first time going abroad. When people approach to a new culture, it is apparent that they have to deal with intercultural communication and culture shock at the same time. Various reasons can lead to culture shock.

Some of these reasons drive from unfamiliar with the local customs of living, the difference in language and differences in behaviours between the locals and the visitors. It has been discovered that culture shock strongly affects cross-cultural communication. However, in context of intercultural communication, culture shock is inevitable for people from on culture to another one.

People who move to the new country experiencing culture shock in the different way and living in a community that has different beliefs and values interacting with the people of the local culture. Fortunately, culture shock could usually be overcome with time.

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Pros and Cons of Culture Shock

Name: Do Manh Thang Class: A15 QTKD ID: 1111260035 ASSIGNMENT’S TOPIC Pros and cons of culture shock Culture shock is an inevitably phenomenon which occurs commonly in our daily life. I believe that most of us have experienced culture shock by one way or others …

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Abstract The factors of culture shock are various. Different values, beliefs and customs can create information overload. Besides, language barrier reduces the understanding of the new culture and makes people feel isolated. In addition, the difference in food is one of the main factors of …

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Reflection on Culture Shock

Last class, the professor let us see a picture. The picture tells us unlike America, Canada likes salad; different people can go into its culture and do not need to throw its own culture, like a melting pot. I think this metaphor is very vivid. …

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However much you understand about a culture, you still suffer from uncomfortable feelings when you arrive this culture, which is known as “ culture shock”. According to Merriam- Webster, culture shock is a term used to describe the anxiety produced when a person moves to …

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I will also discuss some theories and in the end I will give a short story from my own experience. Definition of culture shock The definition of culture shock refers generally to the unpleasant experience that people get when they are coming in contact with …

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Culture shock generally moves through four different phases: honeymoon, frustration, adjustment, and acceptance. Individuals experience these stages differently, and the impact and order of each stage vary widely. They can, however, provide a guideline of how we adapt and cope with new cultures.

You'll only recognize the incorrect assumptions you might be making if you immerse yourself in a culture that runs on different values to those you're familiar with. In short, culture shock is as important for learning about yourself and your own culture as it is for fostering understanding between different peoples.

Oberg (1960) coined the term "culture shock" and believed that all individuals went through a process of identity loss, strain, and confusion when interacting with a new culture.

What is a culture shock essay?
A culture shock essay is an essay that discusses the effects of coming into contact with a culture that is different from one's own. It can be about a person's personal experience with culture shock, or it can be about the effects of culture shock on a group of people.
What is culture shock in your own words?
Culture shock is typically experienced when someone travels to a new country or is exposed to a new culture. It can be a feeling of disorientation, as the new environment is unfamiliar and can be overwhelming. Culture shock can also lead to feelings of homesickness, as the traveler longs for the comforts of home.
What is culture shock with example?
Culture shock is feeling unsettled when one encounters an unfamiliar culture, way of life, or set of customs. As people become more mobile and travel to different parts of the world, they may experience culture shock. This can happen even when visiting a place that is relatively similar to one's own culture.For example, imagine you are from the United States and you travel to Europe for the first time. You may be surprised by the different customs, such as the way people greet each other, the way they dress, and the way they eat. This can be jarring and make you feel out of place. With time, you may adjust to the new culture and no longer feel culture shock. Or, you may never really feel at home in the new culture and always feel like an outsider.
How does culture shock impact society?
Culture shock is the feeling of disorientation that people experience when they encounter a new culture, especially when that culture is very different from their own. It can impact society in a number of ways.For one, culture shock can lead to misunderstanding and conflict. When people are unable to understand or adjust to the new culture, they may become resentful or hostile. This can lead to tension and even violence.Furthermore, culture shock can also lead to a loss of productivity. People who are culture shocked may have difficulty communicating, working, or studying effectively. This can lead to a decline in economic activity and a decrease in the overall quality of life in a society. finally, culture shock can also lead to a feeling of isolation and loneliness. People who are unable to connect with the new culture may feel isolated and alone. This can lead to mental health problems such as depression and anxiety.

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What disease does Whoopi Goldberg have?

What disease does Whoopi Goldberg have?

Whoopi Goldberg is recovering after suffering from sciatica. Goldberg returned to The View on Tuesday after not appearing on the show for a week, and explained that her absence was caused by the health issue. Goldberg, 65, appeared in good spirits despite her painful experience. “Yes, it’s me, I’m back,” she said.

Who is Whoopi Goldberg’s current husband?

Lyle Trachtenbergm. 1994–1995
David Claessenm. 1986–1988Alvin Martinm. 1973–1979
Whoopi Goldberg/Husband

Is Whoopi Goldberg in Mandalorian?

The fate of mankind rests on the frail shoulders of the 108-year-old Mother Abagail (Whoopi Goldberg) and a handful of survivors, however, their worst nightmares are embodied in Randall Flagg (Alexander Skarsgård), a man with a lethal smile and unspeakable powers.

Was Whoopi Goldberg in a Star Wars movie?

Portrayed by Whoopi Goldberg, Guinan is a bartender in the Ten-Forward lounge aboard the starship USS Enterprise-D.

Has Whoopi Goldberg ever had eyebrows?

Whoopi Goldberg has no eyebrows. Nope, not a single hair. Not even in this famous scene. The 60-year-old comedian who now hosts NBC talk show The View, once revealed in an interview that she just chooses to shave them off as she found them itchy as they grew.

How much does Whoopi Goldberg make on The View?

What does Whoopi Goldberg make for The View? Goldberg is most visible on The View, where she’s served as the show’s moderator since 2007. Her annual salary for the daily talk show is estimated to be in the $5 million to $6 million range.

Why is Whoopi in a wheelchair?

Whoopi Goldberg is using “a walker” because she’s suffering with sciatica. The 65-year-old star returned to ‘The View’ on Tuesday (06.29. “I was out because I was dealing with something called sciatica, which is basically a bulging disc in your back and it impacts the sciatic nerve, which sends pain down your leg.”

Does Whoopi Goldberg have a Baby Yoda?

Whoopi Goldberg and Elizabeth Werner share the hottest holiday toys this year on “The View.” He may look like “Baby Yoda,” but this lovable creature is called The Child — and now you can become his protector with this animatronic toy from Star Wars!

Is Whoopi a soul?

Alternatively, there is also the Super Duper Sexual Spiritual Black Woman coined by Chesya Burke in 2012 (also mostly played by Whoopi Goldberg). Soul will be available to watch on Disney+ from December 25th 2020.

Why does Guinan have no eyebrows?

So what’s the reason for this eyebrow disappearance? In an interview with VH1 (via RunwayRiot), Goldberg reportedly said she simply doesn’t like facial hair and chose to shave them off. Once they grew back, they were apparently too itchy to handle – thus she decided to shave them every time they returned.

Why hasn’t Whoopi Goldberg got eyebrows?

She Doesn’t Have Eyebrows In a 2016 interview, Goldberg told VH1 that she doesn’t like facial hair and chooses to shave them. They later grew back and gave her issues, so she’s continued to buzz them off.

Who was Whoopi Goldberg married to?

The Academy Award-winning actress, Whoopi Goldberg first got married to Alvin Martin in 1973. The ex-couple was blessed with a daughter Alex Martin. Besides Alex, Whoopi has got no other children. After six years of married life, Whoopi got divorced from her first husband Alvin.

What movies has Whoopi Goldberg played in?

Whoopi Goldberg (b. 1955) is an Academy award-winning actress and comedian who is known for many roles in television and film, including The Color Purple, Ghost, Sister Act, Star Trek: The Next Generation, the voice of Shenzi in The Lion King, and one of the co-hosts of The View.

Where was Whoopi Goldberg born?

Whoopi Goldberg was born in Manhattan, NY


How often do you feel frustrated when team or organisational decision-making takes forever, with multiple people getting involved, and excessive collaboration? And at the end of it all, no one is willing to make a decision!

These are problems many of us have faced but feel a bit lost as to how to change it.
I have observed a couple of things that can lead to these problems:
1. Lack of team structure, or lack of clarity around roles and responsibilities; and,
2. A desire to move on quickly, resulting in getting things done slowly!

1. Team Structure

Improving team structure or clarity around roles and responsibilities involves getting clear on who does what, and who has authority to make certain decisions. Enabling people to make decisions, within certain boundaries, allows people to get on with their jobs. Clarity in authority levels will let people know when they need to collaborate or get higher levels of authority involved. Clarity around roles and responsibilities can lead to faster decision making.

2. Slow Down!

Point 2 is a little ironic! Why is it that trying to make decisions quickly ultimately leads to slow decision making! This is a generalisation of course, and there are plenty of organisations who can make fast, and good, decisions, but are perhaps in the minority.

You may be familiar with the story of the Tortoise and the Hare. The age old saying, “slow and steady wins the race” has merit here. Spending a few extra moments to think things through, or get some additional information before making a decision will lead to better decision-making.

The fundamentalist view of decision-making is that there are ONLY two decisions. The right one and the wrong one. There will be times when this approach is needed, but for complex decision making, take a thinking approach, and ask the question, “is there another way?”

Finding the Balance

Finding the balance between making a quick decision and accepting the potential of making a mistake, versus taking more time to get it right first time, is hard. So when making decisions, take these things into consideration:

  • Have you asked the question “Is there another way”, in order to gain perspective?
  • Get comfortable with the idea that slowing down can lead to speeding up.
  • Have you thought about whether this is something you really need to get other people involved with?
  • Are people clear on their roles and responsibilities and the authority they have to make decisions?
  • What else is getting in your way? Make the effort to find the waste in your team or organisation

– What’s the risk and consequence of making a mistake? If the risk and consequence is low, then get comfortable with making mistakes, or allowing others to make mistakes. Sometimes, fixing a mistake will be cheaper then the waste associated with taking too long to make a small decision, and the number of people who get involved in decision-making.

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Is corrosion a physical change or chemical change?

Corrosion is a process in which the metals react with the gases such as oxygen present in the atmosphere. Corrosion of metals is an example of a chemical change as a new product is formed.

Is corrosion a physical process?

As there is a chemical reaction taking place, the process is very clearly a chemical change.

Is corrosive physical?

There are five main classes of physical hazard namely Explosive, Flammable, Oxidising, Gases under Pressure and Corrosive to metals.

Is corrosion only a chemical change?

Corrosion is a chemical change that usually occurs in metals that come into contact with an electrolyte. Water is the electrolyte that most commonly enables oxygen and iron to combine. This is why iron rusts when exposed to both water and air. Q.

Why is corrosion a chemical change?

A change in which one or more new substances are formed is known as chemical change. For Example, when the iron is exposed to air and moisture, rust formation takes place. Rust is nothing but Iron Oxide; a new substance formed out of the reaction.

What type of reaction is corrosion?

Corrosion is a process through which metals in manufactured states return to their natural oxidation states. This process is a reduction-oxidation reaction in which the metal is being oxidized by its surroundings, often the oxygen in air.

Is corrosion chemical weathering?

The correct answer is Corrosion. There are different types of chemical weathering processes such as solution, hydration, carbonation, oxidation, reduction, and biological. Hence corrosion is not a type of chemical weathering.

Does corrosion involve physical reactions?

So, this layer is deposited on the metal surface when the metal reacts with oxygen or any other chemical present in the surrounding. Hence, the metal cannot be recovered back after corrosion and we can say that corrosion is a chemical reaction. Therefore, the correct option is (B) Chemical reaction.

Is corroding metal a physical change?

What is corrosion in physical chemistry?

Corrosion. ❖ Definition: Corrosion can be considered as a naturally occurring event which is the depreciation of a metal that results from a chemical or electrochemical reaction with its surroundings. ❖ Corrosion can also be considered as a reverse process of metallurgy where one extract the metal from its ores.

What are the changes of corrosion?

Thermodynamics. Corrosion reactions of metallic materials are of electrochemical nature, that is, the reaction can be divided into an oxidation reaction (anodic reaction) and a reduction reaction (cathodic reaction).

Is rusting both physical and chemical?

The rusting of iron is a chemical changebecause it is two substances reacting together to make a new substance. When iron rusts,iron molecules react with oxygen molecules to make a compound called iron oxide. Rustingwould only be a physical change if ironmolecules remained pure iron throughout the process.

Is rusting an example of chemical change?

Rusting of iron is a chemical change because a reddish-brown layer (rust) forms over the surface of iron when iron reacts with oxygen and moisture present in the atmosphere. In this process, the chemical composition of iron changes and a new substance, i.e., rust is formed.

Is oxidation a chemical change?

Technically speaking, oxidation is a chemical reaction in which a molecule, atom or ion loses electrons. Oxidation is a half reaction which cannot occur on its own. It must always be accompanied by reduction, which is a chemical reaction in which a molecule, atom or ion gains electrons.

Is rust and corrosion the same thing?

Rust is a type of corrosion. Corrosion is the process by which certain materials, metals and non-metals, deteriorate as a result of oxidation. Rusting is oxidation of iron in the presence of air and moisture. Corrosion can occur on materials such as ceramics or polymers.

What causes corrosion?

Causes of Corrosion Metal corrodes when it reacts with another substance such as oxygen, hydrogen, an electrical current or even dirt and bacteria. Corrosion can also happen when metals like steel are placed under too much stress causing the material to crack.

Is corrosion a chemical property?

Properties that describe how a substance changes into a completely different substance are called chemical properties. Flammability and corrosion/oxidation resistance are examples of chemical properties.

What is called corrosion?

Corrosion is a natural process that converts a refined metal into a more chemically stable oxide. It is the gradual destruction of materials (usually a metal) by chemical or electrochemical reaction with their environment.

Is rust a physical weathering?

Is rust a chemical erosion?

OXYGEN IS THE REASON BEHIND CHEMICAL WEATHERING Oxygen is a reactive element, and it reacts with rocks as per a phenomenon known as oxidation. Rust formation is a prime example of chemical weathering due to oxygen.

What is known as chemical weathering?

Chemical weathering is the weakening and subsequent disintegration of rock by chemical reactions. These reactions include oxidation, hydrolysis, and carbonation. These processes either form or destroy minerals, thus altering the nature of the rock’s mineral composition.

Is corrosion of copper a chemical change?

Oxidized Copper Lion. The process of rusting, or oxidization, exemplifies a chemical reaction.

Is aluminum corrosion chemical or physical change?

What are the 3 types of corrosion?

  • Uniform Corrosion. Uniform corrosion is considered an even attack across the surface of a material and is the most common type of corrosion.
  • Pitting Corrosion.
  • Crevice Corrosion.
  • Intergranular Corrosion.
  • Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC)
  • Galvanic Corrosion.
  • Conclusion.

Which is true about corrosion?

Which of the following statements regarding corrosion is true? Explanation: More active metals are readily corroded. Presence of impurities in metals enhances the chances of corrosion. Pure metals do not corrode.


Some household materials are more resistant to smoke and soot damage than others, but most become damaged over time if smoke and soot is not removed quickly. This means timing is crucial when trying to clean up after a fire. The best action to take is to call in the fire and smoke damage experts as soon as the fire is extinguished. But until they arrive, the specialists at ServiceMaster Restore have complied a list of priorities and information on how you can clean and prevent smoke damage on many common household items yourself.

·       Within minutes you should wash as much of the smoke and soot damaged porous materials in your home as possible. Clean porous flooring such as tile, marble, or wood, as well as plastic and PVC items. Damage to these materials can become irreversible very quickly. For plastics, use an alkaline cleaner. Wood can be cleaned with a vegetable oil-based soap such as Murphy Oil Soap.

·       Within hours metal begins to corrode. Wiping metal surfaces down with cooking oil can buy time before a more professional and thorough cleaning can be done. The oil acts as a barrier, helping prevent rust and further corrosive damage. Wood furniture may start to lose its finish, so wiping it with a dry cleaning sponge, found in the paint section of most stores, can help. For finished wood, washing with an all-purpose cleaner can help delay further damage until fire restoration professionals can arrive. Porcelain fixtures also begin staining at the same time, so wash them with soap as soon as possible.

·       Within days discolouration to fabrics including clothing, upholstery, curtains and carpeting will begin. Wall discolouration from smoke and soot will also start to show during this time. Although you may be tempted to vacuum these surfaces yourself, this can transfer the soot to other surfaces. Professional fire damage cleaning technicians use specialized cleaning equipment and solutions to clean fabrics properly and thoroughly, to restore materials and prevent soot and smoke damage and odour from embedding or spreading to other areas of your home.

·       As soon as possible you should call smoke and fire restoration professionals. Smoke damage specialists have the expertise and specialized equipment and solutions to save as much of the smoke damaged contents of your home as possible, and will save you time and money in the long run. Trying to clean certain materials and surfaces without the correct products and equipment can worsen the problem.

·       Don’t try to wash papered or painted walls or clean carpeting yourself, or touch anything sooty with your bare skin. If it’s unavoidable, wear rubber gloves to prevent transferring oil from your skin and setting the soot. Exposing your skin to soot can also be a health hazard and can spread it to other areas of your home.

Whether something is salvageable or not depends on what it is made of and how quickly it can be cleaned. Many plastics, PVCs and metals may need to be replaced. A trained smoke damage professional can quickly evaluate what is salvageable, and what would be a waste of time to try and restore. In all cases, however, time is of the essence, so calling in the professionals as soon as possible after the fire is the best way to salvage as much of your home and belongings as possible.

Smoke damage and smoke odour removal requires professional know-how and specialized products and equipment to get the job done thoroughly and effectively. Our team of trained technicians use advanced products and methods to restore your home and belongings professionally, and as quickly as possible. And our odour neutralizing techniques such as ozone and other proprietary treatments will effectively remove the smoke odour from your home, so you can breathe easy again.

Calling a ServiceMaster Restore fire and smoke damage professional will help assess the damage to your home and begin the restoration process as soon as possible, to prevent it from worsening or becoming a health risk. Insurance can help with the cost of restoration, and our professional expertise in determining what can and cannot be salvaged will help reduce the overall cost in the long run.

If a fire should occur in your home, contact your nearest ServiceMaster Restore location as soon as possible after the flames are extinguished. Acting quickly can make all the difference when it comes to reducing the damaging effects of smoke and soot in your home. Our network of local experts are ready to help, and they have the experience and the equipment needed to restore your home after fire.


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During the World War II conflicts of our island of Guam, both parents were killed or were nowhere to be found—leaving behind and alone, our daddy at the tender age of approximately 6 years of age.

Upon the restoration of our island in 1945, the surviving villagers had placed all the children who had lost their parents into an orphanage camp.

Relatives were allowed to take their family members from the orphanage camp. An immediate aunt, the late Barbara Taitingfong Torres (Familian Åbarus), heard of our daddy being at the camp who then volunteered to take him and foster at her home.

One day, when our daddy was at school, his eldest brother, the late Mariano Cruz (a police officer at the time), came by looking for him at school when he heard of his sibling. He was so afraid of being seen with a 'police officer'; though his brother held him to assure that he was there to protect him and take him along to raise him. He told our daddy that he promised their mom to look after him.

As our daddy grew older, he matured into a strong, generous, hardworking, and handsome man. He was energetic and full of talents and trades.

Our daddy married our beautiful mama, Lourdes Quitaro Pangelinan on Aug. 07, 1965. They then built our family having six beautiful children. From oldest to youngest, is Don Jr, Roland, Lorraine, Ivan, Charlene, and our baby sister, Christine.

As time went on, daddy introduced us to another son, our brother, Vincent, having him from a previous relationship prior to his marriage. Then, came another shocking news of another daughter, our sister, Mary Doris, from another previous relationship prior to marriage. Altogether, there are four daughters and four sons.

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Our daddy has lived a long and full life. He lived his life to his fullest up till his passing age of 74 years. While with us, he gave so much of himself to each person who met him. He was always full of energy and was loved by many! Anyone who knows him has been blessed with his great sense of love and compassion. May his legacy continue to flourish in each of us.  He has spiritually touched many hearts with his courages selfless support. We truly love and miss our daddy tremendously!!!

May our daddy’s beautiful soul rest peacefully in the heavens of our Lord... and may his perpetual light always shine upon him! Amen.


Oscar’s Internationalist Year

This year’s Oscar nominations have a decidedly international flavor. “It’s not anymore about cultural barriers or language barriers. It’s emotion and humanity. We are using the power of cinema to cross borders. We are understanding that now there’s a cultural connection that needs to happen. Most films can reveal the nature of other countries and other people around the world.”


Using Video Transitions in Your Screenplay

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Video Transitions

Though the director and editor are going to decide the specifics of most effects and transitions for the film during post-production if it is important to your script there are ways to include it when you are writing. These tend to be in non-typical video transition areas that are unique to the story and style you have established in your screenplay. Here is a format guide for how to include a transition in your screenplay.

Transition Suggestion

It is important to note that this transition in your screenplay is only a suggestion to the director. This means that it is up to the director in the end whether or not they actually want to use your transition. You should limit the number of transitions that you include so it does not appear as though you are trying to dictate everything to the director.

If you are going to include a video transition in your screenplay, it has to be unique to the situation. You should not just try and dictate conventional transitions to the director because it would be relatively pointless.

Instead, you want to suggest things that would work well for the pacing and imaging that you have established in your screenplay. These can be things like a slow fade to indicate someone falling asleep or a sharp jump that happens when someone slams a door shut. Each one has to act as a character point that continues what you have started already.

Format Guide

You will conventionally format these transitions by putting them at the end of the scene. The command of the end of the scene is placed then matched with a brief editing direction. This can mean that if an action in the scene is part of this transition, then you will link it with an editing direction. Example:

Jake SLAMS the door.

You go from the action to the type of editing cut it is. The action that initiates the cut is best put in capital letters, as is the editing direction. The editing direction is often put to the right of the regular direction, even as far as justifying it to the right. This can all be mixed with a variety of editing directions, such as FADE, CUT TO, CROSS-FADE, and others. Make sure to indicate on the next scene how it enters.


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Tokyo to Yokohama27 km
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Reviewing FaZe (NASDAQ:FAZE) & Golden Entertainment (NASDAQ:GDEN)

Golden Entertainment (NASDAQ:GDENGet Rating) and FaZe (NASDAQ:FAZEGet Rating) are both small-cap consumer discretionary companies, but which is the superior stock? We will contrast the two companies based on the strength of their institutional ownership, profitability, analyst recommendations, risk, dividends, earnings and valuation.

Analyst Ratings

This is a summary of current ratings and target prices for Golden Entertainment and FaZe, as provided by MarketBeat.

Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score
Golden Entertainment 0 0 6 0 3.00
FaZe 0 0 0 0 N/A

Golden Entertainment currently has a consensus price target of $62.33, indicating a potential upside of 41.41%. Given Golden Entertainment’s higher probable upside, equities research analysts clearly believe Golden Entertainment is more favorable than FaZe.

This table compares Golden Entertainment and FaZe’s net margins, return on equity and return on assets.

Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets
Golden Entertainment 8.04% 27.23% 5.78%
FaZe N/A -1,356.89% -80.12%

Insider & Institutional Ownership

72.0% of Golden Entertainment shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 87.7% of FaZe shares are held by institutional investors. 30.0% of Golden Entertainment shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that large money managers, hedge funds and endowments believe a stock is poised for long-term growth.

Earnings & Valuation

This table compares Golden Entertainment and FaZe’s gross revenue, earnings per share and valuation.

Golden Entertainment $1.10 billion 1.15 $161.78 million $2.83 15.58
FaZe N/A N/A -$6.87 million N/A N/A

Golden Entertainment has higher revenue and earnings than FaZe.

Volatility and Risk

Golden Entertainment has a beta of 2.42, indicating that its stock price is 142% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, FaZe has a beta of 0.12, indicating that its stock price is 88% less volatile than the S&P 500.

Golden Entertainment beats FaZe on 9 of the 10 factors compared between the two stocks.

About Golden Entertainment

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Golden Entertainment, Inc. engages in the development, finance, management, and ownership of casino properties. It operates through the following segments: Distributed Gaming and Casinos. The Distributed Gaming segment is involved in the installation, maintenance, and operation of slots and amusement devices in non-casino locations such as grocery, convenience and liquor stores, restaurants, bars, and taverns, and the operation of wholly-owned branded taverns targeting local patrons. The Casino segment focuses on owning and managing resort casinos. The company was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, NV.

About FaZe

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FaZe Holdings Inc. operates lifestyle and media platform in gaming and youth culture. The company produces content, designs merchandise and consumer products, and creates advertising and sponsorship programs for brands reaching approximately 500 million fans across social platforms. It delivers various entertainment spanning video blogs, lifestyle and branded content, gaming highlights, and live streams of competitive gaming tournaments. The company was founded in 2010 and is based in New York, New York.

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, ClaudeClaudePrigentGénétique et Développement - UR1 - Université de Rennes 1 - UNIV-RENNES - Université de Rennes - IFR97 - CNRS - Centre National de la Recherche ScientifiqueHunt, TimTimHuntClare Hall Laboratories - Cancer Research UK - London Res InstOocyte maturation and cell cycle control: a farewell symposium for Pr Marcel Dorée.HAL CCSD2004[SDV.BC] Life Sciences [q-bio]/Cellular BiologyPrigent, Claude2014-03-26 17:28:432022-03-30 14:34:332014-03-26 18:17:18enJournal articles10.1016/j.biolcel.2004.01.0021Oocyte maturation and early development have been intensively studied for well over 100 years. The earliest theory proposed that after fertilisation and during cell division determinants were unequally distributed to control cell fate; experimental proof came from using frog eggs (Roux, 1888). After understanding the contribution of the nucleus and the chromosomes into cell cycle progression using sea urchin eggs (Boveri, 1902), it was the discovery of the cytoplasm contribution to the G2/M transition that led the cell cycle community in search of the "mitosis-inducing factor", MPF. Yoshio Masui was the first to experimentally demonstrate that few nanoliters of cytoplasm taken from a metaphase-arrested oocyte and microinjected in a G2-arrested oocyte was able to trigger the G2 to metaphase transition (Masui and Markert, 1971). Although the way to identify the mitotic factor seemed obvious, it proved very hard and was not purified until 1988 (Lohka et al, 1988), then work from a variety of organisms including Xenopus, starfish, clams, sea urchins and yeast converged on the identification of MPF as a complex of cdc2 and cyclin B (Dunphy et al, 1988; Gautier et al., 1988; Draetta et al., 1889; Meijer et al., 1989; Labbé et al., 1989; Gautier et al., 1990). Since then, the oocyte and egg extracts developed by Lohka and Masui have often been used to study cell cycle events such as nuclear envelop formation, chromatin condensation, DNA replication, repair, and recombination, Golgi formation, microtubule dynamics, spindle assembly, chromosome segregation as well as cell cycle controls.


, LucLucDupuisUNISTRA - Université de StrasbourgPetersen, ÅsaÅsaPetersenLund University [Lund]Weydt, PatrickPatrickWeydtUniversity of BonnThermoregulation in amyotrophic lateral sclerosisHAL CCSD2018PGC-1αSOD1TDP-43amyotrophic lateral sclerosisbody temperaturebrown adipose tissuedyneinenergy homeostasisfrontotemporal dementiaskeletal musclesympathetic nervous system[SDV] Life Sciences [q-bio]Dieterle, Stéphane2021-10-13 12:12:152021-11-03 07:08:172021-10-15 10:54:37enBook sections10.1016/B978-0-444-64074-1.00046-X1Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is the major adult-onset motor neuron disease, and is clinically, pathologically, and genetically associated with frontotemporal dementia, the second cause of dementia in the elderly. Here, we review the evidence linking thermoregulation and ALS. Indeed, while ALS is not classically associated with defective thermoregulatory function, its progression severely affects key brain regions controlling body temperature and impacts multiple sensors and effectors of this homeostatic function. Furthermore, animal models of ALS display disturbed thermoregulation as a consequence of disrupted energy homeostasis. All these lines of indirect evidence call for studies directly addressing the body temperature regulatory system, both as a potential biomarker and as a possible modifier of disease progression in ALS.


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Watch Ingenuity Break The Martian Speed Record On Its Third Flight

Dr. Alfredo Carpineti

Senior Staff Writer & Space Correspondent

clockApr 26 2021, 14:18 UTC
Ingenuity's mid-flight

Ingenuity mid-flight. Image Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

NASA’s Ingenuity has performed its third successful flight out of five, going further and faster than ever before. The little Mars helicopter started its propeller and lifted 5 meters (16 feet) in the air, the height it had previously reached during flight number two. But this time, Ingenuity didn’t do a simple, short shuffle about. It went further than ever before, breaking a few records as it did.

It flew 50 meters (164 feet) downrange, making this is the furthest flight on Mars yet. The whole aerial adventure took about 80 seconds, Ingenuity’s longest flight so far. And finally, the rotocopter flew with a top speed of 2 meters per second (6.6 feet per second), which may not seem that impressive, but at 7.24 kilometers per hour (4.5 miles per hour), it just became the fastest-ever moving vehicle on Mars.

Rovers on Mars have embodied the adage of slow and steady wins the race, with top speeds of around 5 percent of what Ingenuity has shown in the Martian air. Perseverance, the most advanced rover yet, has a top speed of 4.2 centimeters per second, or 0.16 kph (0.01 mph), for comparison.

The helicopter third flight took place Sunday, April 25, 2021, at 4:31 am, or 12:33 pm local Mars time.

“Today’s flight was what we planned for, and yet it was nothing short of amazing,” Dave Lavery, program executive for Ingenuity Mars Helicopter at NASA Headquarters in Washington, said in a statement. “With this flight, we are demonstrating critical capabilities that will enable the addition of an aerial dimension to future Mars missions.”

Ingenuity is a technology demonstration – as nothing had ever flown on Mars before, NASA needed to test capabilities before potentially scaling up for future missions – so each flight has new challenges and new features to test. The vehicle flies autonomously with instructions sent from Earth hours in advance. Ingenuity’s mighty internal computer can use its camera for navigation, taking pictures, and mapping surface features so it knows where it is. The greater the distance the more the algorithm needs to consider and memorize, to bring Ingenuity back safely to its landing field.

“This is the first time we’ve seen the algorithm for the camera running over a long distance,” MiMi Aung, the helicopter’s project manager at NASA's JPL where the Mars rover missions are based, said. “You can’t do this inside a test chamber.”

The fourth flight will happen over the next few days and once again will push the envelope when it comes to what Ingenuity can do on Mars. Given the incredible success of this mission so far, a future Martian helicopter with a more hefty scientific payload is certainly on the cards, and flying vehicles could end up exploring other moons of the Solar System.

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The physical therapist has experimented with enough biohacking to know what improves her cardiometabolic health–and she wants to share the message with others, too.

Member Profile:

Who: Susan Bray, 56
Where: Trabuco Canyon, CA
Time with Levels: 1.5 years
Most Useful Takeaway: Despite knowing that starchy carbohydrates spiked her blood sugar, Susan was surprised to find that resistant starches did, too.

1. What was your health like before using Levels?

From the standpoint of Western medicine, I’m perfectly healthy. But in my assessment, there were many things I wanted to work on to improve my health. I’ve been health conscious my entire life, but I’ve gotten deeply into biohacking and functional medicine in the last three to five years. As a physical therapist, I run my own integrated wellness practice, Performance Enhancement, Inc.

What centered me was my father dying of Alzheimer’s disease. I decided that was not going to be my fate. So I did genetic testing, which confirmed my suspicions that I had genes making me more at risk for the disease. The more I looked into my health, the more I realized I also had to focus on my cardiovascular health; I have genetic high cholesterol. Though my homocysteine, inflammatory markers, triglycerides, and HDL are all in range, my LDL and Lp(a) cholesterol are not, and both can contribute to plaque buildup inside my arteries.

In the course of biohacking, I started doing Bulletproof coffee and intermittent fasting. I had my cholesterol retested after a year, and it was shocking that it went up 40 points after making that dietary change. That number was moving in the wrong direction. I realized I do not process saturated fat well, so I removed the saturated fat from my coffee and my diet in general, and I focused on sources of unsaturated fat, such as olive oil, nuts, and avocados.

2. What made you want to put a CGM on your arm?

My fasting glucose and A1c scores were higher than I wanted, and approaching prediabetes. I’ve also been trying to lose my pregnancy weight since I had my son 21 years ago. That made me think part of my weight loss struggles were due to possible insulin resistance. I do extensive testing on myself regularly to see what’s happening inside my body, including tests to rule out any serious issues. I was surprised to learn that I also had liver changes that were not optimal. At that point, I decided I had to get serious about managing my blood sugar.

3. What were some surprising learnings you discovered in how your body responds to food?

I came into Levels knowing that my body is highly sensitive to sugar. Starchy carbs and processed foods have never worked for me. But after using the Levels CGM, I learned that resistant starches also weren’t great for my blood sugar regulation. These are foods that I tell my patients about all the time—taking a potato or rice, cooking it, and reheating it can lead to a lower blood sugar response. Not for me. I still get a 70-point spike. It was good to discover that strategy is not something I can use.

I also found that I can affect my sugar response by hacking the order in which I eat my food. A local fish restaurant serves delicious freshly baked hot sourdough bread with butter. One evening, I started my meal with warm bread and butter, followed by my main course of fish and two sides of green vegetables. That caused a 70-point spike. The next time I went, I ordered the same thing. But I ate my vegetables first, followed by the fish, then bread and butter. The blood sugar spike was 10–15 points.

I pay attention to what my blood sugar increase looks like two or three hours after I eat. Sometimes, looking an hour after eating shows you’re doing okay, but then you see the spike two or three hours later. Everyone is different, so that’s the beauty of seeing your individual responses to food using a CGM. I use it to ensure I do not falsely believe I’m doing better than I really am.

4. Are there non-food factors that you notice impact your blood sugar?

Certain things impact my blood sugar because they change my eating behaviors during the day. For example, the other day, I didn’t eat as well because I was super tired. I didn’t feel like doing what I was supposed to do. So, I ate asparagus ravioli.

I also like to sit in the infrared sauna, which spikes my blood sugar. The other day, my blood sugar was 138 mg/dL after the sweat. That’s okay with me. The sauna is a hormetic stress, which is a good thing. I also do cold therapy, another “good” type of stress. I don’t freak out about my blood sugar response to any of that since I’m using these short bursts of stressors to create healing.

5. What are your health goals for the future? How does the CGM fit into that?

I’m trying to find the ideal eating plan for me. What does intermittent fasting versus three meals/day look like for me? What specific types of food or food combinations work the best for me? I’m currently eating a combination of Paleo-Keto-Mediterranean diets and watching and feeling how my body responds to these foods.

I’m also encouraging my patients to use a CGM, so I can help them individualize their diet. It can take me about 10 times telling someone before they order it. But this is a brilliant technology that can help people change their habits. Since 88% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy, there’s probably not a person alive who won’t benefit from wearing it and learning about how their food and diet affect their health and wellness.