Basics of Corresponding Angles.

The Cambridge Dictionary defines corresponding angles to be two equal angles on the same side of a line that crosses two parallel lines and on the same side of each parallel line. Our need to know how to determine the values of corresponding angles is applicable to most fields of endeavor, from architectural design and construction to navigation aids such as radar to locate ships and airplanes. But how do you go about finding the values for corresponding angles?

Park Seo Jun and Park Min Young in What's Wrong With Secretary Kim (2018).

The Theorem of Corresponding Angles
The theorem of corresponding angles states that if two parallel lines are intersected by a transversal line, then the pairs of corresponding angles formed are congruent. A transversal line is a line that passes through two other lines. Corresponding angles are those angles that are in the same relative position at the intersections of a transversal line and two parallel lines. Note that the two lines must always be parallel for this theorem to apply.

How to Find Corresponding Angles
According to the Corresponding Angle Postulate, when a transversal line intersects two parallel lines, all of the corresponding angles must be equal. Thus, if you know the value of one of the corresponding angles, then you know that the other corresponding angle is equal to it. In addition, because a straight line forms a straight angle, which measures 180 degrees, you can also determine the value of the angle adjacent to the known angle by subtracting the known value from 180.

How to Know When Lines are Parallel
According to the converse of the Corresponding Angle Postulate, if two lines and a transversal line form corresponding angles that are congruent, then the two lines are parallel. If the lines were not parallel, a triangle would be formed between the transversal and the point where the two other lines intersect. In this case, the corresponding angles would have no specific relationship to each other, and geometry could be used to determine the value of each of the angles. (Parallel lines are identified by two arrowheads or two small lines for each parallel line.)

Yoo Seung Ho and Chae Soo Bin in I Am Not A Robot (2017).

The Need to Know Corresponding Angles
Everything around us forms lines and angles. From the books we read to the homes and buildings we occupy to the roads on which we drive, it all comes down to lines and angles. Most of our cities are laid out in grid patterns of lines and angles. We use maps and GPS as navigation aids, whether we are driving, flying, or sailing the seas. We even walk in straight lines and angles. Surely, it makes sense that we know the relationship between lines and angles.

Thus, the value of knowing how to find corresponding angles reaches out to us in ways we might not always comprehend, from the simplest gestures to the most complex algorithms. With a little awareness and enough practice, maybe we can begin to recognize the corresponding angles that appear in our own lives. Who knows? Maybe we can even apply that knowledge to improve our lives.

Spotlight | Althea A'bloom.

I love sheet masks. And I love them a lot.
Aside from being my favorite step in my Sunday skincare routine (sometimes I add them to my mid-week skincare routine whenever I feel like it), sheet masks are probably THE skincare product that I will never run out of and can never live without. I buy them in bulk whenever I'm in Korea, hoard them whenever they go on sale here in the Philippines, and they have a lingering presence in my Althea shopping cart - almost all of my previous orders from Althea had a sheet mask or two included.

So imagine my excitement when Althea announced that they'll be a launching a new in-house brand, with sheet masks as one of its introductory products. That excitement turned to amazement when Althea's freshest product drops finally arrived in the mail.

Fresh drops from Althea! :)

I call this the 'Althea A'bloom Box' - an assortment of products from the A'bloom brand, the new beauty brainchild from Althea. 'Fun and funky' is the signature of A'bloom, and I can see that from the get-go. I mean, just look at the packaging - the cute prints and vibrant colors are guaranteed to grab your attention.

This box screams of cuteness.

Now let's take a closer look at these A'bloom products, starting with the ones that piqued my curiosity the most - the sheet masks. There are four fruit-based variants in A'bloom's sheet mask line:

A'bloom Sheet Masks, Php 20 each.

Ac-Me-Peach - An anti-blemish sheet mask that purifies and soothes irritated and sensitive skin. It's infused with peach extracts and tea tree oil to combat acne, regulate oil, and clarify skin.

Water-Me-Long - A moisturizing sheet mask made with watermelon extracts and lavender that help retain moisture and keep the skin hydrated and supple.

Sparkle-Me-Bright - A brightening sheet mask that brings dull skin back to life. Enriched with green tea extracts plus a double dose of vitamin C from lemon and lime, this sheet mask banishes dark spots and brings out the natural radiance of your skin.

Avo-Cuddle-Me - A nourishing sheet mask that helps keep wrinkles at bay while protecting the skin from free radicals and other harmful elements from the environment. Made with avocado extracts and hibiscus, this sheet mask is rich in antioxidants and helps improve the skin's elasticity.

My favorite variant among the four A'bloom Sheet Masks.

First off, I love the quirky names of these sheet masks. They're puns of the ingredients that they're made of, and that sounds fun and witty to me. Second, I love how budget-friendly the A'bloom Sheet Masks are. Priced at Php 20 each (that's less than half a dollar), they're probably the most affordable sheet mask in the market today. And finally, I love how juicy these sheet masks are. They're soaked in essence, which allows you to wear the sheet masks for at least half an hour. 

Sunday is sheet mask day!

Among the four variants, the Avo-Cuddle-Me would have to be my favorite. Mildly scented, non-irritating, and very moisturizing, the avocado sheet mask made my skin soft and supple without the sticky feel. My only gripe is that the sheet mask seems a tad too big for my face. That, or maybe I have stretched it out too much in the process of unfolding the sheet mask and sticking it to my face.

Next up, we have the BHA Blackhead Blaster. It's a slick stick that helps remove whiteheads and blackheads easily and pain-free. 

BHA Blackhead Blaster, Php 200.

Formulated with natural BHA (beta hydroxy acid) from extracts of white willow bark, this product cleanses deep into your pores to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum. The BHA Blackhead Blaster also contains a mixture of apricot seed powder, charcoal, and tea tree oil which tightens pores, clears the skin, and inhibits the growth of blackheads and whiteheads. 

Bye, blackheads!

I don't have blackheads and my whiteheads are nearly invisible, so I asked my sister to try this product instead. She loved it right away! Aside from the ease of use (you simply glide the stick onto targeted areas, massage it for about a minute or two, the rinse it off with lukewarm water), you also get instant results. My sister easily rubbed all the blackheads off her nose, leaving her with nothing but soft and clear skin afterwards. I saw her blackheads 'coming out' and I was grossly impressed, lol.

Finally, we have the A'bloom Meringue Puffs. These beauty sponges are the first-ever beauty tools made by Althea, and they come in two different sizes - Giant and Baby. The Giant Meringue Puff is sold individually, while the Baby Meringue Puffs come in a set of three.

Giant Meringue Puff, Php 100 each.
Baby Meringue Puff, Php 140 per set of three.

Soft and bouncy, these Meringue Puffs are made with non-toxic, latex-free materials. These puffs are free from harmful chemicals such as lead, mercury, cadmium, chrome, and antimony, and are safe to use on sensitive skin. Both puffs can be used wet or dry. When used wet, the puff expands to almost twice its size and gives your (base) makeup a glossy finish. If you want a regular, matte finish, you can simply use the puff as is. 

Giant Meringue Puff vs. Baby Meringue Puff.

Personally, I like the Baby Meringue Puff more than its big (bigger) sister. I feel like they're softer, fluffier, and they're easier to clean. I use the baby puff to apply cheek tint on my face, and to blend concealer under my eyes and around my eyebrows. I would have preferred a pointier tip for these meringue puffs, but I love them nonetheless. 

As of this writing, the A'bloom Sheet Masks are still out of stock at the Althea website. The response to these sheet masks was so overwhelming that the website almost crashed when offered a 10+10 introductory sale. Well, who wouldn't go crazy when you can get 20 sheet masks for Php 180 (that's less than $4 when converted)?! I know I would!

How Instagram Can Help Wannabe Singer/Songwriters.

Making a name for yourself as a musician is a real challenge; it’s a saturated industry which requires people to really stand out in order to make it into the mainstream. With so many people trying to find their big break, you need to use everything at your disposal to catch people’s attention. Social media, especially Instagram, can be a fantastic platform to help you share your music, but you need to approach it in a certain way in order to get the results you want.

Jang Geun Seuk as an aspiring musician in Marry Me, Mary (2010).

Profile
Your Instagram profile is your opportunity to tell people your story. Singer/songwriters are artists and creatives who take inspiration from their lives in order to create their music. Producing songs that people can relate to is a sure-fire way of becoming popular, therefore reinforcing your approachable image with a personal profile that is available for the public to view can only contribute towards this. Letting people know your back story helps you to build up a relationship with potential fans, which in turn leads to a more loyal following. You need to choose the theme of your profile carefully as it needs to give off a professional image too, and try to be as consistent as possible with top-quality photos.

Tools
Instagram has a number of features designed to help you boost engagement as well as increase your follower count, so it is important to make the most of these. Firstly, use hashtags in your captions to highlight what your post is about, especially focusing on the kinds of things people are most likely to search for, for example #newmusic as this will bring up your post in searches for that hashtag. The more engagement your posts get the more likely they are to appear on people’s feeds and searches too, so try to do posts that spark feedback.

Yoo Yong Min in Her Private Life (2019) - barista by day, musician at night.

Other methods you could use are holding competitions where you give away tickets to your concerts to someone randomly picked from those who have ‘liked’ your post, or getting an auto like on instagram from kenji.ai. Timing is also important when it comes to when you post; try to make sure you schedule posts at times when more people are likely to be online otherwise it could end up being buried. And finally, post regularly so that you have a constant presence on social media, as this will help your name to become familiar to people.

Networking
Your main aim on Instagram is to have as many followers as possible and one of the best ways to get your name out there is to have a presence in places where your target market is likely to be found. For example, you could contribute towards online forums that discuss new music. 'Cross promoting' aka sharing the posts of other artists will often result in them returning the favour, so you will soon start to be recognised as a reputable singer/songwriter in the same circles.

Instagram is a brilliant marketing tool for business including for those who are trying to promote their own talent to create a career. For more tips on how to succeed in different industries, take a look at therebelsweetheart.com.

Tips to Become a Successful Stock Broker.

A lot of people are attracted to the perks and benefits that revolve around the stock market. These perks may be one of the reasons why some people would venture on to becoming a stock broker. But these people are usually the business management and finance graduates; the ones who pretty much studied and immersed themselves with the know-hows of the industry so they can be able to keep track of certain market trends that affect the charts and investments.

If you are thinking of starting a career to become one of the successful stock brokers in the Philippines, you should make sure to at least familiarize yourself with some of the important factors that will be essential and highly beneficial once you’ve started your financial journey.

Ryu Joon Yeol as a stock broker in the 2019 film 'Money'.

Familiarize Yourself with All the Jargons
Before diving into the game, you should definitely do the most basic step – which is reading and memorizing all the stock jargons. You should acquaint yourself with the terms so you have a general idea of what you are getting yourself into. It is crucial for you to teach yourself first before wading into any type of investment contracts and having substantial knowledge of the basics will help you become a good communicator and translator for your possible clients.

Choose a Brokerage Firm
Choosing your brokerage firm is necessary since you cannot trade without it. The brokerage firm will serve as a bridge, a mediator if you will, between the traders and the corporations. Before anything else, you should be diligently researching about each respectable firm that has complete credentials and has proven their legitimacy. Take the time to really understand the vision of that brokerage firm you will be choosing and if it aligns with your goals and also reflects your ideals. It’s a vital step that you should not overlook considering you are investing hard-earned money.

Know the numbers.

You can fill out a new account application online once you’ve manage to select the best brokerage firm for you. The broker will then dutifully collect necessary information from you such as your current employment status, licenses, assets, financial status and goals. In addition, you will have to undergo the Certification Seminar for Securities Representatives which is provided by the SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission), when applying for a registration.

Get Certified
Like any other finance student, you will have to immerse yourself with comprehensive learning material first so that you can hone your skills. Do note that when undergoing the certification program, you should have mastery on every subject related to the stock market such as: valuation techniques and analysis, financial market theories, investment strategies, investment portfolio management, market dynamics, ethics and regulations. There are various review centres for you to enroll in which offers beginner and advanced courses that will aid in your preparation for the licensure exams. Becoming a stock broker here in the Philippines is indeed a commitment and requires outmost dedication to learn and improve oneself especially when the market involved is ever changing.

10 Modern and Stylish Pieces of Furniture for your Master Bedroom.

Choosing new bedroom furniture can be both exciting and scary. The excitement comes from the new things and the new look the room will have after the additions. It can be quite scary as well since furniture is expensive and you fear buying something less than satisfactory. Thankfully, there are great stores that offers bedroom furniture in a single place, making the choice for your needs is much easier.

Here are just 10 of our top picks for modern and stylish pieces of furniture for your master bedroom.

Master’s Bedroom 
Felix 4-Piece Queen Bed Package
This Bed Package boasts a sleek queen with rounded edges and a clean finish propped up on angular wire legs. It is paired with a two-drawer bedside table blending perfectly with the design of the queen bed since they share the same wire legs. A 5-drawer tallboy is also included and the rounded edges and small dot handles tying the package together.

Halo Bed Frame with Storage - Light Grey
This bed frame fuses button stud detailing, -in discrete storage plus soft fabric upholstery-built options to provide a relaxed and contemporary bed setting designed for up-to-the-minute lifestyles.

Trentham Fabric Bed Frame 

This daring and bold Trentham Fabric Bed Frame boasts a luxurious statement design. The winged bedhead, upholstered frame and tufted button detailing delivers a rich design to boost the look and make your home lush. You’ll be sleeping like the king or queen with a premium bed setting worthy of your castle.

Mattresses & Ensembles 

Sealy Posturepedic Performance Navona Medium Mattress - King 

This Australian made mattress boasts a system of comfort and support layers, the Sealy Posturepedic Performance Fiori Cushion Firm Mattress offers a supported sleeping environment to make your rest extra restful. Rest & Respond Technology, SRxII Titanium Coils and supportive foam layers effectively relieve pressure points to promote a healthy sleeping posture.

Osborne Teal Super King Quilt Cover Set 

This modern cover set offers a twist through the intricate placement of geometrical shapes, woven on jacquard, trimmed with a navy cord piping. A prominent palette of teal, blues, navy and grey is relaxed within the woven geometrical pattern. The woven jacquard creates textural qualities that are both comfortable and aesthetic that’s perfect for anyone needing a good night’s sleep.

Rosemore Quilt Cover Set 

Imagine bouquets of cerise and pale pink roses with lily of the valley flowers set against an elegant grey background in the pattern – that’s the Rosemore Quilt Cover Set. The underside of this set is adorned with a geometric pattern in pale pink and white for additional beauty and versatility.

General Bedroom Furniture 

Javier Bedroom Collection 

Make your bedroom interior extra posh with the handle-less Javier Bedside Table. Providing ample storage for any and all bedside essentials, this bedside table is available in an open 1-drawer or 2-drawer option for both a small and large size that adds both intriguing and contemporary storage addition to your bedroom.

Marseille Bench

This Marseille Bench evokes a charming French Provincial feel that can instantly add old-fashioned elegance to any bedroom. Designed to be placed at the bed’s end, this bench is not only a decorative furniture piece but also serves a practical purpose as well.

Monaco 3 Drawer Mirrored Bedside Table

The Monaco bedside table induces the decadent luxury of Monaco through its glam mirrored finish. 3 drawers are fused into the frame to guarantee a practical as well as beautiful design.

L'etoile 6-Drawer Dresser

Classy in shape and style, the L’etoile 6-Drawer Dressing Table utilises French provincial design to provide storage to your bedroom. The L’etoile features six drawers and three smaller compartments, all decorated with ornate handles and finished in a washed grey stain to get that period-correct finish.

End Note

You don’t want quality furniture that can fall apart within a few months – even weeks of use. This doesn’t mean you need to have the absolute top brand, either. Your budget should also factor in deciding the level of quality you can afford while keeping in mind the intended use of the furniture. Take a look at the bedroom furniture at Domayne for good-quality bed frames, mattress, covers, and cabinets. Best of luck on your new bedroom haven!