Stop a moment. Try to stand your ground. Tell the person or persons what you want from them. Remain calm. Walk towards help. Take notes later.

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When you are being bullied, it can make you a bit panicky, and you won't be thinking as clearly. Take a couple of deep breaths, and actually look at what's happening to you.  It's important to breathe because it can help you calm down. Trying to observe what's going on can help you name what's happening to you. That will help in the next step. Sometimes, bullies will back down if you just hold your own. Look the person in the eye, and try to make yourself as big as possible. In other words, stand up straight. Try practicing your stance in front of the mirror. Stare yourself down! Once you note what's happening, you can decide what you want to happen next. That doesn't mean you can make the person do it, but sometimes saying what you want to happen will actually stop the bullying.  For instance, you could say, "I want you to stop throwing paper at me. I know you think it's funny, but I don't. So stop." Alternatively, you could say something like "I can see you laughing at me. I want you to stop." Your bully wants you to get angry. The person is looking for that type of response, and it will only egg him or her on if you get angry. Try to stay calm by taking deep breaths throughout the whole encounter.  It can also help to try to blow off the bully with humor. Responding with humor takes the wind out of his sails.  For instance, if someone is throwing paper balls at you throughout class, you could say, "What, is your aim so bad that you can't hit the trash can?" While it's tempting to just run away without thinking, take a moment to think about where you will be safe. If you just run away, the bully can follow. However, if you go somewhere safe, you can stop the bullying.  For example, enter a classroom with people in it.  Another option is ducking into a room that has an adult in it. Later that day, write down what happened from your point of view. That way, when you talk to an adult, you have something to show them. If it happens more than once, try to mark approximate dates and times. Because some schools...


Stop accessing the SD card. Download PhotoRec. Extract the program. Insert your SD card. Run PhotoRec. Select your drive. Select the partition. Select the File Opt menu. Deselect files you aren't looking for. Select the Search menu option to continue. Select the file system type. Select which space needs to be analyzed. Choose a directory to save recovered files to. Wait for files to be recovered. Browse through your recovered files.

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If the files has been deleted, there's still a chance that the data is still there, but has just been set to be overwritten by new data. By not accessing the SD card, you increase the chances that the data will not be overwritten. Until you're ready to try recovering files, it's best to remove the SD card from any device. PhotoRec is a free, open-source file recovery software that works for Windows, OS X, and Linux. PhotoRec does not need to be installed. Simply extract the photorec_os program from the ZIP file. The os will be replaced with your operating system. For example, the Windows version is photorec_win Insert your SD card into your computer using an SD card reader, or by putting it in your camera and connecting the camera via USB. PhotoRec starts in a command line interface. You will be using your arrow keys to navigate the program. Select your SD card from the list of available drives and press ↵ Enter. Chances are your SD card only has one partition. Select it with the arrow keys. This menu option is along the bottom of the window. You can speed up the search significantly by only searching for a few file types. If you are trying to recover images, deselect everything except JPG, JPEG, RAW, CR2, PNG, TIFF, GIF, BMP, SR2, and DNG. This will open the file system menu. If you are recovering files from an SD card, select Other. If you are trying to recover deleted files, select Free. If you are trying to recover files from a corrupt card, select Whole. Create a new location if you need an easy to access folder. This process may take a significant amount of time. You will see the number of recovered files updating in real time. File names will be corrupted, so you will need to manually search through the recovered files to find the ones you're looking for. If you don't find the images you need, you can try a different data recovery option.


Stop accessing the SD card. Download and install Data Rescue 3. Insert your SD card. Start Data Rescue 3. Select your SD card. Choose your scan method. Wait for the scan to complete. Select the files you want to recover. Recover the files.

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If the files has been deleted, there's still a chance that the data is still there, but has just been set to be overwritten by new data. By not accessing the SD card, you increase the chances that the data will not be overwritten. Until you're ready to try recovering files, it's best to remove the SD card from any device. Data Rescue 3 costs money, but is one of the more powerful data recovery programs available for OS X. You can purchase Data Recovery 3 from the website or through the Mac App Store. If you prefer a free option, try PhotoRec. Insert the SD card into your Mac. If you don't have an SD card slot, you can get an external USB card reader or insert the card into a camera and connect the camera to the computer. You can find it in your "Applications" folder. Select "Start New Scan" from the main menu. A list of drives will appear in the Data Rescue window. Select your SD card from the list. You may also be prompted to select the volume. Most SD cards will only have one volume, but if there are multiple volumes, just select the entire SD card. For your first try, select "Deleted Files Scan". This will look through the free space to find files deleted from the SD card. If this method does not produce any results, you can come back and try a "Quick Scan" followed by a "Deep Scan". Click Start once you have selected your scan type. The scan process may take a while, especially if you are running a Deep Scan. If you need to pause the scan, you can click the Suspend button. After the scan has completed, you will be presented with a list of possible files to recover. Check the box next to each file or folder you want to recover.  If you performed a Quick or Deep Scan, files will be located in the "Found Files" section of the results. If you performed a Deleted Files or Deep Scan, files will be located in the "Reconstructed Files" section of the results. File names will typically be lost. You can preview files by selecting them on the list and clicking "Preview". Not all file types can be previewed. After...


Stop all chemical treatments. Do a big chop. Wear a weave as you transition. Wear your hair in protective styles as you transition.

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The first step to transitioning to natural hair is to stop chemically relaxing or treating your hair. This will allow your hair to begin growing with its natural texture, though the hair that you have already chemically relaxed will be permanently straightened. The easiest way to transition to natural hair is to cut off all chemically relaxed hair. This will help you avoid that abrupt change in textures between the relaxed hair and your natural hair growing in. However, doing a big chop will mean sacrificing length and getting a short cut to remove the relaxed hair.  Getting your hair cut at the point where your natural hair connects with the relaxed hair is the healthiest way to transition, as your hair will be especially prone to breakage if you don’t cut off your relaxed hair. There is no way to un-straighten chemically relaxed hair. New hair growth from the roots will be your natural texture, but the other hair will be permanently straightened. If you want to grow out your natural hair but don’t want to sacrifice your length, you can get a weave or hair extensions as you wait for your hair to grow. The weave will conceal the radical change in your hair texture and give you the long hair that you want. When your natural hair has grown to your desired length, you can remove the weave, chop off the relaxed hair, and continue growing out your natural hair. Get the weave sewed into your hair rather than glued, as glued weaves tend to rip out hair when they are removed. To conceal the transition between your straightened hair and natural hair, you can also wear your hair in braids, cornrows, or other protective styles until your hair has grown long enough that you feel comfortable cutting off the relaxed hair. These hairstyles have the advantage of being low maintenance while still maintaining the length of your hair.  When you go to bed, protect your hair by wearing it in braids, a wrap, or a ponytail with a scarf or bonnet around it.  You can also wear natural curly styles, like Bantu knots and perm rod sets....


Stop and re-focus your senses. Breathe from your diaphragm. Try progressive muscle relaxation. Distract yourself. Exercise. . Listen to music. Change the conversation.

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When you encounter stress, anger, or anxiety, it can trigger your body’s “fight or flight” mode. Your sympathetic nervous system perceives that you’re under attack and kicks your body into high gear, boosting your heart rate, constricting blood vessels, restricting your breathing, and tensing your muscles. When you feel these symptoms, stop what you’re doing (if you can safely) and re-focus your senses on what your body is experiencing. This can help reduce what scientists call “automatic reactivity.”  Your brain develops “automatic reactivity” patterns to stimuli such as stressors. These are basically habits that your brain triggers. Whenever it encounters a particular stimulus, such as a fight with a person, it activates a particular set of pathways. Studies show that breaking this “habit” of reaction by re-focusing your senses on what’s actually going on can help your brain develop new, healthier habitual reactions.  Do a quick body scan, but don’t judge anything you’re feeling as “good” or “bad.” Try to stick to the facts. For example, if you’re angry, your heartbeat is probably pumping and you may even feel queasy. Simply acknowledge these sensory experiences. For example: “Right now I feel nauseated. My breathing is very quick. My face feels hot and flushed.” By identifying these physical experiences, you can separate them from the emotional reaction. When you’re stressed or anxious, your breathing becomes quick and shallow. Breathing deeply from your diaphragm helps combat this stress response by signaling your brain to release calming neurotransmitters and restoring oxygen to your body. A few deep breaths can help you feel calmer almost immediately.  Place one hand on your chest and the other on your abdomen, beneath your ribcage. As you inhale, you should feel the hand on your belly rise. If you don’t, you’re only breathing from your chest.  Inhale slowly through your nose. Aim to inhale for a count of 5. Focus on your lungs and abdomen expanding and filling with air.  Hold this breath for a few...


Stop and take deep breaths. Observe. Practice what works.

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Part of being poised is maintaining your composure in difficult or irritating situations. Instead of reacting automatically in a negative way such as storming out of the room or yelling at someone, maintain your poise by stopping and take a breath or removing yourself from the situation in an elegant way (i.e. excusing yourself to go to the restroom). If you are alone, you can try a deep breathing exercise to calm yourself down. Breathe in through your nose deeply and out through your mouth slowly. Focus on your breathing and your experience of it. Your body should begin to relax and once you feel calm you can stop the breathing exercise. Being mindful of what you are reacting to is an important component of keeping your composure. If you observe what is happening, you can begin to change how you react to the situation and be more poised.  Ask yourself, “What am I reacting to? What am I thinking and feeling about this situation? Is this something that is a pattern from my past? Am I upset about this situation or does it remind me of something else that happened and struck a chord with me?” Look at the bigger picture. Observe the situation from afar as if you were in a helicopter viewing it from the sky. What is the bigger picture? Will this situation matter in 1 month, 6 months, or a year? You may find that you react to situations that do not affect your life in the long-term. Having a plan on how to deal with difficult emotions is one surefire way to maintain your composure in difficult situations. Identify ways to cope with difficult emotions that work for you. For example, if you notice that you tend to get angry when people do not agree with you on a topic, you may develop specific coping mechanisms for dealing with this situation. This might include taking deep breaths, counting to ten, or reminding yourself that others can have different opinions and it doesn't mean that they think you are dumb or don't like you.


Stop and think about your possible actions. Think about all the people you might be affecting by running away. Understand that in many cases, running away from home is illegal. Talk to someone about your plans to run away. Address the motivation for wanting to run away, if possible. Write a list of all the pros and cons of running away. Give your emotions one week to cool off before making any big decisions.

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Why do you want to run away? Is there a really good reason to run away, or are you just bored or tired with your situation? There's a difference between running away for a good reason (you're in physical danger) and running away for a bad reason (you just got in a small fight with your parents). Don't make a hasty decision in the heat of anger; you might regret it later. Humans are social. We bond together out of need and necessity, but also because we gain satisfaction from being close to one another. Try to think about the people who will be seriously affected by your decision. You owe it to them. You may not know it, but they think about you all the time.  Think about your parents. Though it may not always seem like it, your parents love you deeply. They see themselves in you, and they want a better future for you than they want for themselves. Fights and disagreements happen with parents; their love for you never changes. Think about the rest of your family. Your brothers and sisters, aunts and uncles, grandmothers and grandfathers—all of them have a relationship that's deeper than just a friendship. It's very possible that your family will feel hurt and responsible for you running away, even if they had nothing to do with it. Think about your friends. Your friends are the lifeblood of your social circle. They laugh with you, they make you feel better when you're down, they sometimes even think of you like a brother or sister. Running away probably means leaving them behind. Think of other mentor figures. Maybe it's a teacher; maybe it's a friend of your mother's. Many of us have mentors who look after us. They want to see us succeed and be safe. Your decision will undoubtedly have an effect on them. Although most states won't punish minors (someone under the age of 18) for running away from home, several states consider it illegal. In Georgia, Idaho, Nebraska, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, and Wyoming, running away from home is a status offense, meaning that it's against the law if you are...


Stop apologizing. Stop trying to look like a movie star. Embrace your sexual side. Figure out what gives you pleasure.

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The most important thing to be convincingly naughty with your significant other is to be confident and comfortable with yourself. The first step to being more confident and comfortable is to stop apologizing to everyone. Stop apologizing for not being sexier, stop apologizing for gaining weight, stop apologizing for wanting to have sex. You have desires and needs and feelings, and they are valid. You don't need to look like a movie star or a porn star to be worthy of your partner or for them to think you're sexy. They chose you. They're with you. They think you're sexy. Besides, sexy is mostly about how you act, not how you look. You are a sexual creature. That is normal and, really, a great thing. If you're spending a bunch of time being too embarrassed about sex to really enjoy it, then you're not going to be very good at this naughty thing. Be sexual. Be okay with being sexual. This is very important. Comfortable with that sexual side now? Good. Now experiment, either solo or with a partner, and explore your body. Figure out what really brings you pleasure. Find your "on" button. You'd think that being naughty is all about pleasuring your partner, but it's also about telling your partner (in a very naughty manner) exactly how to pleasure you.


Stop at a grocery store instead of a fast food place. Look for healthier fast food options. Ask for healthy substitutions or alterations. Opt for grilled items. Watch portion size.

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You can actually get a meal at a local grocery store instead of stopping for fast food. You can pick up something healthy like a prepackaged salad or ready-made sandwich. You can also grab some healthy fruits and veggies to have on the side. You can then enjoy your meal in your car before hitting the road again. Some grocery stores, like Whole Foods, have hot bars or salad bars you can use to design your own healthy meal. Choose a fast food restaurant that offers fresh fruits and vegetables. Do research in advance to find the healthiest options before you take your trip. In general, opt for fast food restaurants where you can design your meal and get plenty of produce and healthy protein. Restaurants like Subway and even McDonald's have online tools to help you plan healthy meals. If your only options are fast food places, don't hesitate to request healthy substitutions. Ask for a side salad or fruit instead of a side of fries. Request that they hold the mayonnaise or swap it out for a lower calorie option like mustard. Some places may actually have a separate menu for health-conscious consumers. At Taco Bell, for example, order fresco meals which are lower in calories and minimize unhealthy ingredients. When it comes to things like chicken, grilled is always better than fried. As protein is an important component for every meal, it's not a bad idea to order a meat dish. However, go for something like the grilled chicken sandwich over the fried chicken sandwich. Portion sizes at fast food places tend to be massive. Check the calorie content of the items you order on your phone to stay informed about how much you're consuming. You can always order a meal and only eat half of it. Save the rest for later in the day. Always order the smallest sizes possible.


Stop beating yourself up. Realize that not everyone has to like you. Look at the friendships you see around you. Be aware that not everyone is naturally social. Decide whether you want to change.

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Worrying about your social life won’t change anything, so try to relax. Think positively instead of punishing yourself with  negative thoughts. You’ll have an easier time attracting friends if you’re kind to yourself. For instance, stop telling yourself things like, “I can’t talk to people.” Replace those thoughts with something like, “It’s OK to feel nervous around new people sometimes.” You can’t please everybody, and if you try, you might lose what makes you uniquely likable. Don’t take it personally if someone doesn’t want to be friends with you. It just means you weren’t a good fit for each other. It might seem like everyone you know has a happy, thriving social life – but look again. Plenty of friendships aren’t as healthy as they seem on the surface. When you notice the imperfections in other people’s relationships, you’ll be less likely to hold yourself to an impossible social standard. For instance, some friendships are based on convenience instead of mutual liking. In other friendships, one person is using the other for attention, popularity, or money. Some people are more extroverted, meaning they get energy from being around others and tend to be loud and outgoing. Other people are more introverted, meaning they like to spend time alone and may find extensive social interaction exhausting and possibly difficult. Society tends to praise extraversion, so you might feel that something's wrong with you if you’re a little more introverted. However, you should recognize that many people are introverts, and introverts have value, too!  Introverted people tend to be reflective, creative, and value deep relationships. Introverts can still be social and charming, just in a different way. They may prefer quieter, more intimate discussions, and there’s nothing wrong with that.  Keep in mind that personality is a spectrum, and most people fall somewhere between extraversion and introversion.  It’s also important to realize that many friendly, outgoing people weren’t born that way. Plenty of people have...


Stop being a perfectionist. Process your thoughts before reacting. Accept what you can and cannot control. Embrace downtime. Seek therapy, if necessary.

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Oftentimes, perfectionism is what makes feeling laid back difficult. If you're a perfectionist by nature, try to work against the tendency.  Periodically remind yourself no one expects you to be perfect. People will still like you if you make a mistake. Try to work to be less critical of yourself and avoid thinking of life in terms of either success or failure. Your accomplishments are not a reflection of your worth as a person and many perceives failures are only minor setbacks.  Perfectionists often have a tendency to compare themselves to others, feeling that they're falling behind or that they have more flaws than others. If you catch yourself comparing yourself to another person, stop. It may be difficult at first so you might have to do something to distract yourself. Go for a walk, for example, or watch something on TV.  Try to do a little less each day. This might feel awkward or uncomfortable at first, but you'll be taking a tremendous amount of pressure off yourself longterm. Start small. For example, cut 5 minutes off your daily run or take a little longer at lunch during work. When an event occurs, especially an event that's perceives as stressful, your first thought may be to react. This can lead to acting impulsively and saying or doing things that worsen the situation. Instead of reacting immediately to stress, pause to process. The vast majority of situations do not require an immediate responses. When you experience something stressful, give yourself a few hours to process before reacting. Do something relaxing, like reading a book or watching a movie, to take your mind off the stress before trying to deal with the situation. It can be very difficult to let go of what is beyond your own control. However, if you want to be laid back it's important to be able to live with life's frustrations. Try to make a conscious effort to recognize when a situation is beyond your control and accept the fact.  Focus precisely on what you're concerned about in the present moment. For example, say you're...


Stop being self-critical. Think positively. Do not stop learning. Work towards your own definition of success. Treat your mistakes as learning experiences.

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Value and respect yourself.  It’s not necessary to be a perfectionist.  It’s okay if not everyone likes you.  It’s okay if you’re not perfect at absolutely every activity you take up.  Your personal value has nothing to do with the things you achieve or don’t achieve.  You have value and are worthy no matter what you do, or don’t do.  It’s not necessary to take on an “all or nothing” attitude about life.  Change your vocabulary and stop using the word “should.”  “Should” implies a level of perfectionism that isn’t necessary, and can sometimes enforce the unnecessary and useless expectations of others. Replace the critical thoughts you have about yourself with encouraging thoughts.  Give yourself constructive criticism that can help you make a positive change.  Don’t feel the need to take responsibility for everything.  Not only does it increase your stress levels and overwhelm you, you take away the opportunity for others to be responsible for something (including themselves). If something was in your control, and you made a mistake, take the blame.  However, if something was out of your control, there’s no need for you to take the blame or feel guilty about it. Not only is being positive important for you, it’s important for the people around you.  Young adults listen to what older adults say, and if they hear you talking negatively about yourself (e.g. my butt is fat), may become self-critical as well.  Many of these comments are spoken so often we forget we’re actually saying them.  So the next time you feel a negative comment coming on, consciously try to change it to a positive comment.  You won’t change overnight, and there will be some days when it may feel impossible to think positively, but start small.  The important thing is that you realize when you’re being negative and to do something about it.  Look at yourself in the mirror at least once a day and make a positive comment about yourself. Don’t just think about the positive comments, say them.  If you like the way your new hair cut looks, say...


Stop burning candles when there's still a little wax left. Sprinkle salt onto an extinguished candle's melted wax. Snuff out a candle's flame instead of blowing it out. Don't extinguish candle flames with water. Allow the wax to completely cool before moving or reusing a candle. Store candles Protect candles from dust.

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Cease burning stand-alone tapers and pillar candles once the wax has burned down to 2 in (5.1 cm). As for poured candles, stop burning these when only 1⁄2 in (1.3 cm) of wax remains in the jar. Follow this precaution even if there's lots of wax left above the wick due to tunneling.  With less wax left to fuel the flame, a candle can quickly become unstable and hazardous. After properly burning a poured candle, you can often reuse the jar. Place it in the freezer for a couple of hours. Pop out the remaining wax using a butter knife and you'll be left with a nice new storage container. Salt slows down wax's melting rate, leading to a slower and more even burn. After you've extinguished a pillar candle, poured candle, or votive, sprinkle a dash of iodized table salt onto the pool of melted wax. Mix it thoroughly into the liquid wax using a toothpick. Let the wax cool completely. You can keep adding salt after subsequent burn sessions to lengthen the life of the candle. Blowing out a candle actually spreads ashy debris into the melted wax and potentially onto the candle holder. When you're ready to extinguish the flame, hold a candle snuffer directly over the flame and lower it until it's just above the melted pool of wax. Hold it there for 2 or 3 seconds. Once the flame has used up the remaining oxygen under the snuffer, it will go out.  If you don't have a candle snuffer, a large metal spoon will do the trick.  If your candle came with a fireproof lid, such as a glass cover, place this over the lit candle and the flame will extinguish itself. Be aware that the lid might end up with some ashy residue though. Although fire and water might seem like a logical choice, water is an unsafe candle extinguishing option. The force of even a glass of water will splash hot wax all over the place -- the candle jar or holder, the table, and possibly even the walls and floor. Even worse, the wax is likely to splash out and burn your skin. This is especially important to avoid with glass candle jars. The hot glass will shatter...


Stop buying stuff you don’t need. Avoid multi-tasking. Don’t overcommit yourself. Get organized. Don’t drink too much. Cook for the week. Avoid procrastinating. Show up early.

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So, a lot of people’s lives look something like this: you work a lot so you can make a decent amount of money, and then you use that money to buy a whole bunch of stuff. You buy the stuff, the money runs out, and back to work you go to rinse and repeat. If you’re having a hard time getting control of your life and your time, then chances are, one of the things you’re doing is working too much. Now, if you cut down on the spending, then you might feel less pressure to keep working so hard or for so many hours, and you’d have more of that free time you want so badly. Here are some tips for minimizing your spending while still having a great life:  Do you really need a car? Is all the time you spend running maintenance on the car, giving rides to people, and trying to find a parking spot everywhere you go really worth it? Wouldn’t your life be easier if you were more dependent on your own two feet and the bus schedule? If so, then it may be time to let go of your favorite vehicle. Do you really need five new outfits every month? Instead of just indiscriminately buying a bunch of new outfits every time you go shopping, focus on quality over quantity. Buy a high quality sweater, a well-fitting pair of pants, and a sturdy scarf that will go with everything so that you leave with a few key items that are made to last. Sure, they may not cost that much less than piles of cheaper new clothes, but they will keep you from having to shop as often as you do. Going out to eat is one of the biggest wastes of money. Try not to go out to eat or order takeout more than once or twice a week and spend more money on high-quality ingredients that can make home cooking more fun and delicious. You may think that multi-tasking is a great way to get your work done faster and to make the most of your time, but the truth is that multi-tasking will actually make all of your work take longer. Additionally, if you’re multi-tasking, then the quality of your work will go down because you won’t be able to be fully immersed in any one task....


Stop calling and texting them. Don’t be tempted by social media. Resist the urge to meet up with your ex.

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Allow the break-up some time before you communicate with your ex again. Both you and your ex need time to heal and move on. Calls and texts immediately after a breakup can be confusing for both sides. Your ex also deserves the chance to move on. Moving on will be difficult for them if you continue to act as though you are not confident in your decision to end the relationship.  If you ex calls you, politely say, “I need some space. Please do not contact me for now.” Do not respond to any further communication. If they continue to contact you, ignore them rather than continue to engage with them and repeat your requests for them to stop. Stop commenting on their Facebook page or liking their Instagram post. If the temptation is too much to handle, consider unfollowing them for a while. You can always continue to follow them after you have both moved past the relationship. Unfollowing your ex from social media will help to curb jealousy that may occur as you each move on to the next relationship. Breakups, even from short-term relationships, can be difficult. You or your ex might feel guilty or lonely and could become vulnerable and possibly do something that you will regret in a face-to-face meet up. It is important to give yourself and your ex time to heal. Spend time with your friends and keep busy, distracting yourself with plenty of activities. Breakups are hard no matter what, even if you are certain you want to end the relationship.


Stop chewing tobacco on quit day. Throw away all traces of tobacco. Change daily habits that remind you of dipping. Give yourself alone time when you need it.

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When quit day finally arrives, gather up all your willpower and force yourself to stop dipping. Your cravings will be intense, but remember that chewing your tobacco, or ingesting it in any other form, isn't an option. If you feel the urge to dip, reach for your chew alternatives instead. When you're having a hard time, read the statement you wrote describing your reasons for quitting. Remember what a good decision this is and how much it will pay off in the end. Gather up any half-empty dip cans, stained clothing items, or tobacco memorabilia that may entice you to chew "just one more time." Toss it all out and make sure the trash gets collected as soon as possible. Then, give yourself a fresh start with new shirts, sheets, and other items that typically take on the smell of tobacco. Everyday activities like watching TV or driving to work may be linked to your desire to chew tobacco. Simple changes like watching TV in a different room or taking a different route to work can take your mind off chewing tobacco, as can trying out entirely new hobbies or activities. Fill your days with good habits that take up the time and energy you previously spent on chewing tobacco. Quitting tobacco can make you extremely short-tempered with your family, friends, and coworkers, especially in the first week or so. When you feel yourself heating up during a conversation, politely excuse yourself. People will understand, and in a few weeks you'll be back to normal.


Stop crying. Splash water on your face. Blow your nose with a tissue, toilet paper or paper towel. Breathe. Attend to the redness in your eyes, nose, and face. Clean makeup from your face and reapply. Use eye drops to remove the redness from your eyes.

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You may have to wait a few minutes before you stop crying. You will eventually stop. It is better to let yourself cry than force yourself to stop. Pent up emotions are being expressed when you cry which allows the body to release tension and recover.  If you are in a time crunch and you need to stop crying, tell yourself, “You need to stop crying and find the calm inside you.” Repeat this until you stop. You can also purposely startle yourself. This will create a quick shift in your emotions and will help you stop. Simply saying, “Oh!” might do the trick. Redirect your emotions with a pinch to your arm. This can cause enough of a distraction to switch off your crying response. Once you have stopped crying, distract your thoughts away from the reason for crying. If you just received news that someone passed away, focus on what you need to do that day. Crying is related to many positive events as well as sad or maddening events. Allow yourself to cry until you stop. When you cry, facial nerves are stimulated, which causes the skin to increase in temperature. Cool water splashed on your face will lessen the heat. Let the water run over your hands and wrists and splash your face a few times. Use a towel or whatever is available to pat your face dry. You want to clear you nose of mucus. Once you've blown your nose, look in a mirror to make sure your nose is clean. Take a few cleansing breaths to release the residual emotions and fill your lungs. Crying can constrict your breathing, and slow breathing can restore normal function. Your body will benefit from the additional oxygen. Avoid rapid breathing that can turn into hyperventilating, which can trigger a panic attack. When a person cries, blood rushes to the face, eyes and nose areas. Once you stop crying, the skin will eventually return to your normal color.  Use a cold compress and place it over your eyes, nose and face. This will speed up the calming process. If you are at work or elsewhere and a cold compress is not available, wet paper towels and spin them...


Stop drinking alcohol. Reduce the number of sugary foods you eat and drink. Drink at least 8 cups (1.9 L) of water daily to hydrate your mouth.

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Alcoholic drinks can cause or worsen gum disease, so it's best to stop drinking it. Eliminate beer, wine, liquor, and mixed drinks from your diet. Try replacing alcohol with non-alcoholic mocktails. If you're having trouble quitting, talk to your doctor or join a support group. Sugary foods, such as soda and candy, can hurt your gums and increase the size of your gum pockets. Cut them out of your diet if possible in order to let your gums heal without having to contend with sugar as well. If you can’t cut sugar out completely, be sure to brush your teeth after eating or drinking it. However, if you are eating something that is sweet and acidic, such as soda pop, you should actually wait for a few minutes after eating it to brush. If you brush while the acid is still on your teeth, your enamel could be damaged. Water is essential for good oral health because it helps you avoid dry mouth. Additionally, it keeps your body hydrated, which helps support your overall health. Make sure you drink at least 8 cups (1.9 L) of water daily, but drink more if you're active or feel thirsty.


Stop drinking as soon as possible. Arrive on time. Gather any necessary documents before your assessment. Wear clean, professional clothes to your assessment. Be respectful to everyone you interact with during your assessment.

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Even if your assessment won’t take place for several days or weeks after your initial sentencing, it’s a good idea to quit drinking or cut back significantly until your assessment. If you do drink, stay at home. Judges, counselors, and other professionals involved in your case may find out if you are drinking excessively in public. This will show that you are responsible, and also convey respect for the people involved in your assessment. Double check that you know when the assessment is scheduled to occur, and leave yourself plenty of time to get there without rushing. You should be informed of what documents you will need to present at your assessment. This may include offense-related documents such as tickets, driving records, incident reports, or probation papers. While a suit and tie isn’t necessary, it’s important to wear appropriate attire when you go in for your assessment. Make sure what you’re wearing is modest and free of stains, wrinkles, or tears. A button-up shirt and slacks or a knee-length skirt are good choices. You may feel it’s unfair that you have to go through this assessment, or it may be an inconvenience for you, but you will get the best results by acting polite and respectful. Be positive and professional, and treat everyone you speak to courteously throughout your assessment.


Stop expecting others to read your mind. State your feelings directly. Express your needs. Avoid escape mechanisms.

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If other people were going to understand your needs without you telling them, they would have understood by now. Good communication skills involve both speaking and listening. A simple conversation can clear up a big misunderstanding. If you're trying to express yourself via pouting, sulking, or otherwise acting out, you cannot expect to be understood. Recognize that the only way another person will understand you is if you reach out to that person.  For example, you feel you're being asked to do too much at work. Have you told people in your office you need help or have you simply acted cold towards others? If you have not told anyone you need help on a project, chances are they don't know. Being cold towards your co-workers is not really communication and, chances are, no one knows what the problem is on your end. The first step to direct communication is stating your feelings. When expressing yourself, focus on what you're feeling. Try to abandon any mentalities you have convincing yourself you're inherently the victim or things are inherently stacked against. All you can know for sure are your own feelings, so focus on expressing these.  Start with the words, "I feel..." when expressing yourself and then briefly state your feelings and the behaviors causing them. This reduces blame as you're focusing on your personal reactions over objective facts. For example, do not say, "You guys gave me too short notice for this project and now I have to work harder than everyone else in the office." Instead, say something like, "I feel overwhelmed because I didn't get enough notice about the project." Focus on the present moment. Express how you feel now. Do not let past emotions or problems control how you act now. People with martyr syndrome may hesitate to express their needs as they feel comfortable with the victim mentality. Rather than reaching out and explaining what people can do to help, you may prefer to view your situation as hopeless and harbor resentments. However, this is unhealthy long term and can...


Stop in a clear area away from trees, buildings, and other structures. Set your parking brake and wait until the shaking stops. Beware of damaged roads, debris, and other hazards when you continue driving.

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Find an open area and stop your vehicle on the shoulder or side of the road. Get as far away as you can from utility poles, large structures, bridges, and any other potential hazards. Pay attention to surrounding traffic, and stop only when it's safe to do so. Don't stop abruptly, or vehicles to the rear might collide with you. The car may jiggle violently during an earthquake, but stay put and try to remain calm. You're safer in a car than outside, since vehicles offer protection from debris and falling objects. Turn on your radio, as channels should be broadcasting emergency broadcast information. Listen for reports of road closures or hazards on the emergency broadcast. When the shaking stops, resume driving and keep your eye out for damaged roadways, sinkholes, unsound bridges, and any other potential hazards. If a power line has fallen on your vehicle or you're otherwise unable to travel, stay put. Call emergency services, and wait for first responders.


Stop now if you’re sunburned. Start with the proper exfoliant. Use a loofah, not a pouf. Dampen the affected skin. Apply the exfoliant to the loofah, and massage your skin with it in a circular motion.

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You might be tempted to attack your sun damage even harder if you’re burned, but the methods in this article are suitable for tans only. Exfoliating while you’re burned will be ineffective and extremely painful.  Apply aloe vera to ease pain and hydrate your scorched skin. Revisit this guide once your burn has healed or peeled. You don’t want to be rough on your skin, per se, but the overall idea here is to speed up the process by which your body sheds its skin cells. Your body wants something good for scrubbing. Good exfoliants for this purpose will have retinoids or alpha hydroxyl acids. These ingredients specifically help in skin-cell turnover rates and get rid of color. Loofahs are dried, tubular gourds, the fibrous fruit of the loofa plant. The pouf, on the other hand, is a synthetic scrubber, made to be a gentler scrubbing tool with maximum lather-up potential. We don’t want gentle for this task—we want the tougher loofah. Take a shower and then pat yourself (mostly) dry, or use a wet washcloth on your skin. The exfoliant and loofah will be providing the grit, so don’t use an overly aggressive technique. Simply rub your skin in small circles, rinse it off with cool water, and repeat daily.


Stop performing a CSM if the ECG shows asystole. Stop performing the CSM if any neurological complications, such as a stroke, occurs. In addition, do not perform CSM on patients that have any of the following conditions:

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Asystole is a serious form of cardiac arrest (heart attack) which may be caused by the CSM. If the ECG monitor shows asystole for over 3 seconds, stop performing the maneuver immediately. If the patient’s cardiac arrest continues once you’ve stopped administering the CSM, you may need to begin performing live-saving measures, such as a precordial thump (chest blow). In the case of a stroke, aspirin should be given (if not contraindicated) and the patient should be closely observed. Myocardial Infarction Transient Ischemic Attack within the past 3 months Cerebrovascular Accident within the past 3 months History of Ventricular Fibrillation History of Ventricular Tachycardia Carotid Artery Occlusion Previous adverse reaction to CSM If a patient has a carotid bruit, a carotid ultrasound should be done first to check for stenosis.


Stop procrastinating. Beat negativity. Don’t define yourself by others’ success. Embrace failure. Focus on survival.

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Avoiding the unpleasant parts of work doesn’t make them go away. Break the seemingly unmanageable into manageable chunks, then sprinkle those less-enjoyable aspects of a task into that other stuff that you really like. Building up a huge hunk of the bad stuff to deal with all at once, after you’ve completed the enjoyable stuff, is just going to leave a sour taste in your mouth at the end of a project. Delaying gratification—“gratification” being whatever it is you’d rather do than the thing you’re procrastinating—has been shown to increase your productivity and enjoyment of the gratification itself. It can also lead to lower stress levels. Understand that the road to success will not be unending, continual joy. There will be difficulties, setbacks, and moments where you question your commitment. These will occur whether you’re on the right path or the wrong path, so understand that while it might be hard sometimes, you’ll need to make an effort to re-establish and embrace that positivity you felt at the outset of your endeavor. Positive mental attitude (occasionally abbreviated as “PMA”) is crucial for entrepreneurs. You’ll lose sight of your own goals and merits, and it can promote feelings of bitterness, jealousy, and inferiority. Competition is healthy, but focusing too much on others can lead you to internalize unhealthy attitudes. Along these same lines: praise your co-workers! When your colleagues, peers, or subordinates knock it out of the park, let them know. People and teams flourish this way. Failure always illuminates a truth about the methods you used, or the particular goals you pursued; interpret failure not as a badge of shame, but as a call for self-reflection. Sometimes it’s only through facing the insurmountable, failing, and then struggling to pull ourselves back together that we develop the tenacity we’ll need to succeed.  ”Failure,” as Henry Ford put it, “is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.”  Failure isn’t always indicative of having the wrong...


Stop procrastinating. Do your homework. Create an outline for yourself. Take that first step. Keep track of your progress.

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Procrastination tricks you into inaction and sabotages your success. Don't keep waiting for the right moment to start working towards your wish. The "right moment" doesn't really exist. The right moment is now. The sooner you start working, the sooner your wish will come true. The right moment won't come when you have enough money or when you have enough skill. It won't come when you get someone else's approval. Search the Internet for information about what you need to do to make your wish come true. This website is a great resource. Simply type what your wish is into the search bar to look for help. For example, if you want to be an animator, you'll need to learn to draw and build a portfolio. Look for programs that have trained successful animators and have internship programs with major animation studios. Make a list of everything you'll need to do to achieve your goal as a loose timeline. You should be very detailed about the initial steps, but later steps can be left vague.  For example, if you want to be an astronaut, your first step might be to apply to an accredited college that offers bachelor's degrees in various scientific disciplines.  Be creative and put yourself in a position to realize your dreams. While you may never become a best-selling author, you definitely won't be unless you start writing. No amount of preparation will make your wish come true unless you follow through. Make sure you stick to your outline and keep up with important deadlines. While your wish may involve some sort of waiting, you should fill that time by practicing your talent or educating yourself. During your journey towards fulfilling your wish, you should write down everything you do that puts you closer to achieving it. This will help you see your progress and help keep you motivated.  You can write your progress in a physical notebook or type it up on a computer. You may even choose to publish your progress online as a blog. How often you update will depend on your goal. For instance, if you are a college student...


Stop punishing yourself for procrastinating. Tackle your most important task for 15 minutes. Break tasks down into small chunks. Start your day with the hardest tasks. Give yourself a pep talk for motivation. Aim for done over perfect. Promise yourself you’ll get a reward when it’s done.

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The more stressed out you are, the harder it’ll be to get your work done. Don’t be angry with yourself. Move on and focus on what you’ve got to do instead. Guilt and regret are draining emotions. Wasting time yelling at yourself for not starting that 2,000-word essay two weeks ago will only make you extra tired and frustrated. It will also stress you out, likely making it impossible for you to finish your assignment at that time. Instead of thinking about the total number of hours you’re about to work for, just start. Tell yourself you’ve only got to do it for 15 minutes. This will deal with the intimidation factor, and you’ll likely spend much longer than 15 minutes on your task before you stop working again.  If 15 minutes still sounds too intimidating, do something for just 3 minutes.  Once you come up for air, take a two-minute break. Then start up on another set of 15 minutes of work. It can be overwhelming to think about finishing a whole essay or getting through an entire week’s worth of tasks. Instead of thinking about everything you have to do like one big obstacle, break it all down into tiny pieces. You’ll be able to get started on the smallest crumb and go forward from there.  For example, instead of thinking, “I need to finish this essay by 10 PM tonight,” tell yourself, “I’m going to make a short outline, fill that in, and then look for quotes.” Consider trying a specific technique like pomodoro, where breaks happen at planned intervals.  Avoid making a long, disorganized to-do list. This is just setting yourself up for failure. Instead, create subcategories like "Home," "Work," "Family," and "Fun" and just try to cross off a few entries from each list every day. Make yourself a plan in the morning and pick the hardest task first. You’ll be most energized in the morning once you’ve eaten breakfast and woken up fully. Tackle the hardest thing on your docket right then. You’ll feel better once it’s done, and then you can move on to a few easier tasks for the rest of the day. Figure out when you...


Stop reading or listening to any news about the crash. Talk to someone else you know about your feelings. Expect some people to react badly to your voyeuristic grief. Try not to identify so heavily with the situation. Seek professional help if you find that you cannot work through your upset easily.

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There is nothing to be gained by wallowing in mass negativity over an event that has happened, has no personal connection to you, and that is upsetting you greatly.  Accept that it is a sad, terrible event and that such news is painful to learn, but don't allow it to paralyze you personally. Accept that your feelings are real but are not to be given free rein to make you feel worse. Ask yourself: "What is to be gained by taking on board all the sorrow?" Do something else to distract your mind. Go for a walk, a run, visit a cafe (and don't read the papers!) or go to the gym. Make sure that it is someone who connects well with you and understands that you can be easily upset by such stories. Ask them to help you work through your feelings of sadness and upset. If other people start talking about the crash around you, excuse yourself. If you try to voice your concerns to someone who doesn't understand that you are highly sensitive to such information, or if you leave a tweet or forum post about how upset you are and someone reacts with negativity to your pain, walk away from them. You do not need to add other people's irritability or insensitivity to your very real feelings of sadness. The majority of planes reach their destination and flying commercial aircraft is far safer than traveling in a car. If you're worried about the safety of planes and whether you'll ever catch one again, keep in mind that the odds of crashing are low, and the reality is that many people survive crashes but the press isn't so excited about reporting those ones! You might need to learn some coping techniques for dealing with highly negative news stories, to learn to separate and distance yourself from other (usually unknown) people's pain and loss that you're trying to take on board.


Stop sitting in front of a screen. Get sweaty Take care of your children's health. Use active transportation. Get some sleep Focus on a habit shift, not your weight. Know that there can be other factors at play.

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The average American spends 34 hours a week watching TV, and that's not even including in front of your phone, tablet or computer. You know what you're doing when you're in front of a screen? Not moving and being productive, that's for sure! Start by cutting out just 30 minutes of TV or computer usage every day. See the things you can get done! You might actually be happier, too. Not only will you not be sitting down, lazily, comparing your life to the amazing ones you see on Facebook, but you'll be getting up and getting stuff done. Even if it's just doing the laundry, it's something! . Let's not beat around the bush because it's about the farthest thing away from rocket science: exercise is good for you, helps keep the weight off, and can improve your mood. Ideally you want to get around 30 minutes of moderate exercise every day, but whatever you're capable of is a step in the right direction. You don't have to sign up for the gym or go buy running shoes and start saving up for your inevitable knee replacement. Make exercise a part of your lifestyle instead of something you have to go out of your way to do. Take hikes, go swimming, sign up for a league. When exercise isn't work, it's enjoyable and you do more of it. There's no reason you can't keep it fun and natural. When you start out on the wrong path at an early age, it's infinitely harder to get back on the right track. So start your children out right! Making sure they make good decisions will help you make your own good decisions, too. Here are some basics:  Be a good role model. If your children see you scarfing a bag of Fritos, they'll do the same. Show them that eating healthily is just a normal, everyday thing. If you don't want the Fritos, they'll be less inclined to want the Fritos, too. Be encouraging. That is, encourage physical activity, drinking water, and eating only when they're hungry. Offer to do active things with them or get them a glass of water when you're thirsty. Eat meals together so they're not eating alone (and more often). But...


Stop smoking Modify your diet. Include foods high in germanium and other antioxidants in your meal plan. Watch your sugar intake. Limit alcohol intake. Get exercise. Do limited limb-specific exercises. Treat any wounds. Apply cayenne, garlic, honey, or onions to wounded areas.

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. Kicking this habit can help prevent gangrene and its escalation as smoking contributes to the slow blockage of blood supply to the blood vessels. When the blood stops flowing, tissues die, and that's when gangrene can set in. Anything that cuts off circulation needs to be avoided, and this certainly includes smoking.  The active ingredient in cigarettes, nicotine, is what greatly affects the blood vessels. It constricts the blood vessels, therefore resulting in less blood flow. If a body part has less blood flow, it will also have less oxygen. The prolonged lack of oxygen in body tissues causes it to become necrotic tissue (dead tissue), which can lead to gangrene formation. Smoking is also associated with a number of vascular disorders that can cause the narrowing and hardening of blood vessels. It is advisable to gradually stop smoking rather than suddenly all at once because it can result in intense withdrawal symptoms, which in turn make it difficult to stay committed to quitting. Ask your doctor to help you quit smoking. With gangrene, tissue and muscle are damaged due to poor blood circulation. Therefore, it is advisable to eat foods high in protein and calories in order to aid in muscle and tissue repair. Protein can also help re-build damaged muscles, while nutrient-rich (rather than the empty calories of junk food) give your body energy to undertake the processes it needs to function. Foods high in protein but low in fat, so as to avoid clogging up your arteries, include turkey, fish, cheese, lean pork, lean beef, tofu, beans, eggs, and peanuts. Avoid fatty foods like red meat, butter, lard, hard cheese, cakes and biscuits, and fried food. Try instead to incorporate more dark, leafy green vegetables into your diet. Germanium is an antioxidant and is believed to increase oxygen function in the body, though much of the evidence at present remains anecdotal. It also enhances the immune system and has anti-cancer properties.  Foods high in germanium include garlic, onions, shiitake mushrooms, whole...


Stop smoking cigarettes. Improve your blood pressure and cholesterol. Manage your weight Exercise Raise your legs when you rest.

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Take steps to quit or reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke. Smoking has been shown to reduce circulation in your feet, so quitting is an effective way to make your feet feel better. You can also talk with your doctor about smoking cessation aids. Find support groups that you can contact if you're struggling to quit. If you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol, your blood vessels may become blocked or constricted. To improve blood flow to your feet, lower your high blood pressure or cholesterol by taking medications, exercising, and eating a healthy diet. Your doctor may want to treat you for peripheral arterial disease (PAD) if you have poor circulation and high blood pressure or cholesterol. . If you're overweight, the excess weight can block or weaken the veins in your legs and feet. Exercise and eat a healthy diet in order to reach your healthy weight. Reducing the pressure on your heart and feet will improve your circulation. your body throughout the week. Get blood flowing to your feet by being active and avoiding long periods of sitting. Try to exercise a few times a week. For example, you can walk, dance, do yoga, stretch, swim, or ride your bike. If your feet hurt, you might want to avoid high-impact activities such as basketball that require you to jump and land on your feet. When you do sit down or rest, prop your legs up with a cushions or pillows underneath them. Elevating your legs prevents blood from pooling and setting in your feet. For a quick way to elevate your legs, lean back in a recliner and extend the leg rest.


Stop smoking. Drink responsibly. Stay hydrated. Chew sugarless gum. Consider your medications. Rinse out the mouth in the morning.

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Tobacco dries your mouth out and can raise the temperature of your mouth—both of these things contribute to bad breath by allowing bacteria to flourish. Smoking also increases the risk of gum decay, and a mouth with unhealthy gums is a mouth more prone to bad breath! Alcohol dries out the mucous membranes, so if you’re going to consume it, especially in the evening, you should try to drink one glass of water in between every alcoholic beverage—this way, you’re keeping your mouth moist. Bacteria flourish in dry, stagnate environments, so drinking lots of water and other fluids throughout the day helps to stave off odors in your mouth the next morning.  It is especially important to drink water right before going to bed, as the mouth dries out a lot over the course of the night when we’re sleeping and not consuming any food or fluids for many hours. Aim for eight 8 oz. glasses of water a day.[citation needed] If you aren't able to drink that much, supplement with milk or 100% fruit juice as necessary.[citation needed]  Owing to their high water content, fruits and vegetables offer another great source of hydration, in addition to water. Beyond this, the high fiber content of vegetables helps flush your body of toxins that may contribute to morning breath. Xylitol, the sweetener used in a lot of sugar-free gum products (and mints), can decrease bacteria that causes decay and bad breath.[citation needed] And flavored gum with Xylitol will not only help to eliminate bacteria that causes odor—it will also give your breath a scent of your choosing. Chewing gum twenty minutes after you eat might help to stimulate saliva flow. Some medications, such as insulin, can cause bad breath on their own, while others, like antihistamines, cause your mouth to dry out overnight, and lead to morning breath that way. If you have concerns about any over-the-counter or prescription drugs you’re taking, talk to your doctor. Take rubbing alcohol put it in a cup, then mix it with water and drink it. Swish it around in your mouth like...


Stop smoking. Limit alcohol consumption. Lose weight. Schedule regular annual medical check-ups. Check your medical report for inaccuracies. Drive safe. Eliminate high-risk activities. Use insurance discounts.

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Smoking related illnesses are a leading cause of death around the world, and they're one of the biggest single factors elevating your risk profile and your premiums. Quitting smoking—even if you've quit recently—can make a huge difference in the cost of your premium. Not only is heavy drinking a contributing factor to poor health, alcohol impairs judgement. Impaired judgement leads people under the influence to engage in risky, ill-advised activities. Reducing your alcohol consumption is likely to lead to increase liver function and decreased blood glucose, two metrics that predict ill health. Obesity is another leading cause of illness and death. It puts you at risk for high cholesterol, enlarged heart, and high blood pressure, among a host of other ailments.  Although obese people are not necessarily unhealthy people, there is a strong correlation between obesity and poor health, and insurance companies assess risk based on what is typical—they don't factor in outliers. Regular exams can allow you and your doctor to identify developing health concerns before they become serious issues. In addition, if your health improves and lowers your mortality risk, you may get a better rate. The results of your medical exam will be written up as a report that other insurers will have access to. Just like any human work product, your medical report can contain errors. Luckily, you have a right to read your medical report. You can request a copy at http://www.mib.com/facts_about_mib.html. Moving violations (like speeding tickets) and at-fault traffic accidents not only raise your auto insurance rates — they can raise your life insurance rates as well. A poor driving record indicates you are at higher risk for dying in an auto accident, so your premium may go up. Drive within the speed limit, obey all traffic laws, and keep a good moving vehicle record to save money. A life insurer makes money as long as you keep paying premiums. Most people end up paying more in premiums than they receive in death benefits, which means...


Stop smoking. Lose excess weight. Stay upright after eating. Raise the angle of your bed. Practice meditation and other stress-relief activities. Keep a food diary.

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Smoking increases the acid in your stomach, which leads to more discomfort from bile. Research methods to quit smoking, join a support group, and ask for advice from your doctor. You can also try nicotine replacement therapies like patches, gums, or lozenges. Bile reflux is more common if you have extra pressure on your stomach, such as from excess weight. Use a BMI calculator online or talk to your doctor to find out what a healthy weight is for you. Then start a diet and exercise program to trim those extra pounds. Don't underestimate the power of gravity – keeping your body upright makes it harder for bile to move backwards through your digestive system. After you eat, wait two or three hours before lying down or reclining. Sleeping at an angle can help reduce the symptoms of bile reflux. Aim for the placement of your upper body to be about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) above your lower body. Raise the head of your bed with blocks or try sleeping on a foam wedge. Stress can increase the amount of bile acid in your stomach, so find ways every day to reduce your stress levels. Try meditation to help you relax, either by yourself or with others in a meditation class. Other stress-relief activities include reading in a quiet room for an hour, going for a walk outside, or performing some light exercise like jogging or dancing for 20 to 30 minutes. Recording everything you eat and drink can help you to identify what may be causing the problem for you. Write down everything you eat and drink along with the time and any symptoms you experience after eating or drinking. Then, look back over your log at the end of each week to check for patterns. For example, if you notice that you have issues an hours or two after having a glass of orange juice, then this could be one of your triggers. Try avoiding orange juice for a week and see if that helps.


Stop smoking. Stop grinding your teeth. Do not get oral piercings. Make sure your dentures fit properly.

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Smoking can cause a lot of general health problems. It can also cause a lot of dental problems, one of which is receding gums. Put in the effort to stop smoking now to improve your oral health – and your breath! While you're trying to quit, try to use nicotine substitutes such as nicotine patches. Grinding your teeth, or bruxism, is common – you may not even know that you do it, especially at night. This not only strains the muscles involved in chewing, but also leads to gum recession. Learn to stop grinding your teeth by trying some simple techniques:  See your dentist to get a night guard that stops you from grinding your teeth while you sleep. Consciously try to unclench your jaw muscles during the day. Stay away from caffeine and alcohol, especially near bedtime. Lower your stress with meditation or a soothing bath before bed. Metal jewelry placed inside your mouth does not only cause problems with your teeth but also affects your gums. The barbel of tongue and lip piercings tends to hit the gum line repeatedly, and the trauma caused by this ultimately leads to gum recession. If you decide to get an oral piercing, make sure that the piercing shop observes excellent sanitary conditions. Gum recession can be caused by partial dentures that fit poorly. If your dentures feel loose or rub on parts of your gums, see your prosthodontist to have your dentures relined (refitted properly).


Stop taking certain medications. Fast before the procedure. Be mindful of your needs. Follow your doctor's orders.

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There are several things you will need to do to physically prepare for your endoscopy. Some medications might interfere with the procedure or the results. Make sure your doctor is aware of all medications that you are taking.  If you are on blood thinners, you will need to stop taking them several days prior to the procedure. These medications could increase your risk of bleeding during the endoscopy. You may need to stop taking your blood pressure medication for a few days. Ask your doctor about the specific dosage you are taking. Discuss supplements with your doctor. If you take vitamins or natural medications, make sure that your doctor has that information. Always make sure that you get specific instructions from your doctor before you stop taking any medications that you are currently on. The point of an upper endoscopy is to allow your doctor to examine your upper GI tract. To get a clear picture, your system needs to be free of food and drink. It is necessary to fast before the procedure.  Do not eat any solid food for 8 hours before your endoscopy. You should also avoid chewing gum during this period. Do not drink any liquids for 8 hours before the endoscopy. Ask your doctor if you may have a small amount of water. If you smoke, avoid doing so for at least 6 hours prior to the procedure. It can interfere with the results. Take your medical history into consideration as you prepare for your endoscopy. For example, if you have asthma, take your inhaler with you. You won't be able to use it during the procedure, but you might want it before or after the endoscopy.  Make sure to empty your bladder. Going to the bathroom before the procedure will help you feel more comfortable. Know that the procedure will take about 30-45 minutes. If you wear corrective lenses, think about whether you would be more comfortable in your contacts or glasses. Remove any uncomfortable jewelry. You will wear a gown for the procedure, but bring comfortable clothes to wear home. Make sure that you arrange for someone to take you...


Stop taking your medication if your doctor instructs you to. Treat any underlying conditions that may be causing low sodium. Ask about medications to treat low sodium levels. Get intravenous fluid for severely low sodium levels.

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There are several drugs that can cause low blood sodium levels, and stopping the medication may be all it takes to correct the problem. Tell your doctor about any prescription, over-the-counter, or illegal drugs you take regularly. Some of the drugs that commonly cause hyponatremia include:  Thiazide diuretics Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) Carbamazepine (Tegretol) Chlorpromazine (Thorazine) Indapamide (Natrilex) Theophylline Amiodarone (Cordarone) Ecstasy (MDMA) If your low sodium levels are the result of another condition, it will require treatment. Treating the underlying problem may resolve the low sodium levels. However, if the condition is not treatable, then you will require medication. Health issues that may cause low blood sodium include:  Kidney disease Heart disease Liver cirrhosis Syndrome of inappropriate anti-diuretic hormone (SIADH) Hypothyroidism Hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) Severe burns Gastrointestinal illnesses that cause diarrhea and vomiting If your low sodium levels don’t improve using other treatment options or if there are not any other options, then your doctor may prescribe a medication that will raise your blood sodium levels. Use it exactly as instructed and don’t take more than the recommended dose. Tolvaptan (Samsca) is a common medication that is used to treat low sodium. Tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking and follow your doctor’s instructions for how to take this medication. If you take Tolvaptan, consult with a nephrologist so you don’t increase your blood sodium levels too much. Intravenous isotonic saline solution may be required if a person goes into shock as a result of volume depletion caused by low sodium. This would be an acute or severe case of low sodium. Immediate intravenous fluids should help to restore balance, but a hospital stay will also usually be required in this situation. Sepsis or a blood infection can cause your blood sodium levels to drop severely.


Stop the argument so that you can resolve to make up. Acknowledge your role in the argument. Deal with your anger. Put the relationship first. Apologize for your wrongdoing. Forgive your partner.

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Avoid holding grudges or letting the argument spill over into a new day. Make a resolution together to end the conflict. Mutually agree to make up so that you can both begin to heal. Recognize that regardless of what the fight was about, you played a role in it. Be humble and admit where you went wrong. Leave out the “but” or “you should have” and focus on how you contributed to the fight.  For example, you may have snapped at your partner or talked over them when they needed you to listen. You can say, “I made assumptions without hearing you out first. I didn’t listen to you, and I admit that was wrong of me.” Fights often lead to anger and upset.  If you are angry, recognize that you are in control and that your partner does not “make” you angry. Take steps to help calm your anger, such as deep breathing. Think about what causes your anger and try and see the big picture. Journal your feelings to help you explore them and understand them better. For example, if you’re upset that your partner didn’t call you, write about your experience and how it made you feel. You might discover that your anger is really about feeling neglected or wanting more attention. If being right is more important than having a harmonious relationship, it’s probably time to soften and let go. Instead of focusing on why you are right, focus on understanding your partner’s perspective. Be curious about what they think and say and remember that your relationship is more important than being right.  For example, instead of saying, “I know I’m right and you’re wrong,” say, “I understand my viewpoint, but I don’t understand yours. Can you elaborate?” Remember that you are both on the same team. Neither partner in the relationship necessarily needs to accept full blame, and you should both work together to find a resolution. Express your understanding of what you did, then express your regret for doing it. Show empathy by acknowledging their emotions and how you impacting them. Specifically, say “I’m sorry” so that your partner knows you...


Stop the bleeding. Clean the wound. Apply an antibiotic.

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Even before cleaning a cut or scrape, make sure you’re able to stop the bleeding.  Surface-level cuts and scratches will stop bleeding on their own after a few minutes. To help slow bleeding, apply pressure with a soft, clean material.  Bleeding helps clean wounds, so don’t be distressed by a bit of blood. Apply firm but gentle pressure to the wound with a clean cloth, tissue or piece of gauze. If the blood soaks through, use more of whatever materials you’re using.  Maintain pressure for 20 minutes.  Areas rich in blood vessels — such as all of your head — may bleed more than expected. Raise a wounded arm or leg above your heart to slow the bleeding. Rinse the wound with clean water and wash around the wound with soap and water to reduce the risk of infection.  Take care not to get soap into the wound itself. Remove any persistent dirt or debris with tweezers that have been cleaned with alcohol. You do not need to use hydrogen peroxide or iodine for most minor cuts and scrapes.  Consider using hydrogen peroxide only if the wound was exposed to a potential source of contaminant, such as unclean water. Instead of using potentially harmful chemicals to clean the wound, use a safer method of preventing infection by coating the wound in an antibiotic cream or ointment, such as Neosporin.  Cover the entire wound in a thin layer. Know that antibiotic application will not make the wound heal faster; it will only help prevent infection by keeping the wound clean and moist. If a rash develops after antibiotic application, discontinue use immediately. Know that antibiotics are not a vital step in the treatment of minor cuts and scrapes.  Most will heal without, though protection from both bandages and antibiotics can help prevent scarring.


Stop the flow of heavy bleeding. Apply a pressure bandage. Make a tourniquet. Dealing with slow seepage. Do not clean wounds. Support broken bones.

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Traumatic injuries cause two types of blood loss, heavy bleeding from severed arteries or veins and slow seepage from scrapes and wounds. The wound pumping blood should be given priority over the slowly seeping injury. If a wound is dripping blood, you need to try to stem the blood flow. First, apply pressure using a pad of cotton material applied directly over the area. Press down with sufficient pressure to prevent blood seeping through the cotton. If after 5 minutes you remove the pad and the blood starts pumping out again, repeat the pressure for another 5 minutes. Sometimes reapplying pressure is all it takes. If reapplying pressure  doesn't work, you need to make a pressure bandage. A pressure bandage is another way of applying pressure and can be enough to stop the bleeding while you transport the animal. For a pressure bandage, make a cotton pad and hold it over the wound. Next, take a bandage or a cotton garment cut into strips and wind it around the area and the pad to hold it firmly in place.  Apply firm tension onto the bandage as you wind it round so that finished dressing feels firm when you squeeze it. You should not be able to worm a finger between the bandage and the skin. These bandages can run the risk of impairing circulation to a limb if left in place for hours, but are acceptable if the animal may suffer potentially fatal blood loss otherwise. You should go directly to professional help after applying this type of bandage. If there is blood spurting out, the animal may have an arterial bleed. This is very serious and you may need to make a tourniquet. To apply a tourniquet, take a shoelace or tie and tie it around the limb so it lies between the bleed and the heart. Tighten the tourniquet until the bleeding stops. Be aware this has also cut off the blood supply to the rest of the limb so make haste to professional assistance.  Only do this if it is essential and you suspect the animal may otherwise die from blood loss. Tourniquet use is controversial because there is a risk of the...


Stop thinking of coworkers as friends. Speak up. Analyze situations objectively. Don’t be afraid of STEM. Acknowledge your limits and abilities.

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Men value the feelings and thoughts of those close to them, but tend to worry less about coworkers and acquaintances.  Women, however, expect openness, equality, and honesty from anyone they spend significant time with, including coworkers. In the standard hierarchical workplace, this will lead to disappointment and confusion for women. Whether you’re at a departmental meeting or briefing a small team, express yourself to the group.  Men tend to speak more often in large groups to preserve social standing and demonstrate verbal ability.  Tell a story, a joke, or present a report to demonstrate your oratory skill and command of the facts. While women are typically thought of as great communicators, they communicate in a way that facilitates friendship.  In a competitive workplace, this can be detrimental.  When speaking, men take fewer pauses and are less concerned with how their listeners feel. Men find it easy to set feelings aside in order to make practical decisions based on facts alone.  Women, by contrast, tend to make decisions based on how people will feel and their own intuition.  Use charts, graphs, and hard data when making a business decision. From an early age, people are taught that math, science, and technology are masculine while the arts are feminine.  Challenge the notion that your gender is an impediment to your STEM abilities.  Read up on science news, catch an episode of Cosmos, and try out new geeky gadgets, games, and apps.If you're a student, enroll in a science or math class. Whether it’s a project you don’t feel comfortable taking on or a small favor a coworker asks you to do, say no if you can’t do it – or just don’t want to.  Men have think nothing of turning down excessive assignments.  On the other hand, if you are interested in a raise, a new position at your company, or greater responsibility, tell your supervisor explicitly that you're interested.  Don’t be afraid of being seen as demanding or pushy.  Women often have a hard time saying no to additional responsibilities because...


Stop thinking of dogs as “pack animals. Acknowledge individual personalities. Recognize effective training techniques. Know when to chastise your dog.

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” It is more accurate to think of dogs as group- or family- oriented.  Individual members of a family often fill certain roles; similarly, dogs like to know their position in a group. Like humans, dogs’ personalities can vary widely among individuals. Some dogs are naturally easy-going, happy, and agreeable.  These dogs are often labeled “submissive.” Other dogs are higher maintenance and often experiment to see what they can get away with. These dogs are often thought of as “dominant,” but they may be more accurately thought of as badly behaved and in need of training. Dogs who seem dominant are seeing what behavior they can get away with, not challenging the authority of their owner or pack leader. Older theories of dog training often advised an owner to punish or physically dominate a dog to teach him his place in the “pack.”  More modern theories advocate reward-based training to reinforce good behavior. In most cases, rewarding good behavior is more effective than punishing bad behavior. Your default position should be one of praising good behavior, not punishing bad behavior.  However, if your dog is about to harm himself or another creature and it is happening right now, it may be appropriate to punish the dog.  For example, if your dog jumps on your pet cat, you may want to give him a sharp “no!” rebuke accompanied with a loud clap to startle the dog. Be aware of the limitations of this approach; your dog may learn to only attack the cat when you are not in the room. Dogs do not understand punishment for behaviors that were performed in the past, even if it has only been a few minutes.  Chastisement is only effective in the exact moment of the behavior.


Stop thinking so much about it. Pick a convenient time. Start small. Ask about a common interest. Compliment the person. Ask a question. Be careful with stock pickup lines.

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If you're trying to get to know someone (and, perhaps, to woo them), the goal of these first few online conversations is to help them understand who you are as a person. You want to be yourself, and a script will only get you so far.  Striking up a conversation online is hard for almost everyone. You're not the first, and you won't be the last. Worst case, it'll be a learning experience. Best case, you'll connect with somebody in a deep way. Neither case applies until you try. Try to message the person when they're online. It may be easier to get a conversation going in real-time than to count on someone to respond later on. Pick a time when you don't have anywhere to be. You don't want to be stressed-out, and you want to give the conversation a chance to grow. Send the person a short message and ask them how they're doing. A "Hey. How's it going?" will do. You may find that you feel much looser once you get the conversation going--there's no turning back now!  They will likely respond with how they're doing, then ask you how you're doing. Be prepared to say how you're doing. Avoid dead-end answers like "I'm good." Anyone can be "good". Respond with something that tells your conversation partner about who you are, such as "I'm good! My friend and I explored this abandoned house up in the hills today. It was really cool but super spooky" or "My dance team just made it to nationals. I'm so excited!"  Mention things that make you seem interesting, but avoid bragging. This is a classic, tried-and-true conversation opener. If you're in a class together, ask what the homework assignment is. If you're in a club together, ask about an upcoming club event. This can break the ice in a very natural way, opening the gates to a deeper talk.  Try something like this: "Hey- I completely blanked and forgot to write down the homework for English today. Did you happen to get it?"  Or this: "Hey, do you know when our next track meet is? I must have tuned out when coach announced it during practice today..." If a person does...


Stop thinking that you have a "bad memory. Exercise your brain. Give yourself time to form a memory. Take better pictures. Involve multiple senses. Use your environment. Use flash cards. Don't cram for an exam.

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" Convince yourself that you do have a good memory that will improve. Too many people get stuck here and convince themselves their memory is bad, that they are just not good with names, that numbers just slip out of their minds for some reason. Erase those thoughts and vow to improve your memory. Celebrate even little achievements to keep yourself motivated. Regularly "exercising" the brain keeps it growing and spurs the development of new nerve connections that can help improve memory. By developing new mental skills -- especially complex ones such as learning a new language or learning to play a new musical instrument -- and challenging your brain with puzzles and games, you can keep your brain active and improve its physiological functioning.  Try some fun puzzle exercises everyday such as crosswords, Sudoku, and other games which are easy enough for anyone. Get out of your comfort zone and pick something that is new and challenging, which makes you flex your brain muscles. Try to play chess or a fast-paced board game. A large portion of your brain is activated when it learns a new skill. Learning new information is also helpful, but since skills require both the intake and output of information, they exercise a larger portion of your brain. Memories are very fragile in the short-term, and distractions can make you quickly forget something as simple as a phone number. The key to avoid losing memories before you can even form them is to be able to focus on the thing to be remembered for a while without thinking about other things, so when you're trying to remember something, avoid distractions and complicated tasks for a few minutes. Often we forget things not because our memory is bad, but rather because our observational skills need work. One common situation where this occurs (and which almost everyone can relate to) is meeting new people. Often we don't really learn people's names at first because we aren't really concentrating on remembering them. You'll find that if you make a conscious effort to...


Stop using any birth control. Track Have sex at least once a day on her 6 most fertile days. Avoid lubricants during sex. See your doctor if you haven't conceived after a year of trying. Keep trying!

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When you and your partner are ready to start trying to get pregnant, stop using condoms, and talk to her about stopping her hormonal birth control if she's on any. If she has an implanted contraceptive device, like an IUD or an implant in her arm, your partner will need to visit her doctor to have it removed. If your partner is on hormonal birth control, it could take up to 6 months for her hormone levels to regulate. your partner's ovulation each month. The best way to get a woman pregnant is to have sex with her around the time that she ovulates, or when she releases an egg. This typically occurs in between her menstrual cycles. You can use a calendar to keep up with the days, or you can use a fertility tracking app to help you both remember. You can also track fertility by measuring your partner's basal temperature once a day, or she can monitor her cervical mucus. Once you establish when your partner ovulates, try to have sex at least once a day during that week. Since your sperm can live for up to 5 days after ejaculation, having sex frequently during this time will help ensure there's viable sperm available when the egg arrives. Even when she's not ovulating, try to have sex about 2-3 times a week. Not only will each individual session increase the odds that you'll conceive, having a lot of sex can actually boost your sperm count. Lubricants may affect your sperm's movement, so try not to use them if you don't have to. If you do need lubricants to help with comfortable sex, ask your doctor about an option that won't affect your sperm.  Popular lubricants like Astroglide and K-Y jelly may have an affect on how sperm function. Baby oil and canola oil are lubricating options that may work without affecting your sperm. Your general physician may order a semen analysis, which will check both your sperm count and the health of your sperm. If there are any problems, your doctor may refer you to a male fertility specialist. Your partner should arrange an appointment with her doctor at the same time to rule out...


Stop using the collar once your dog no longer needs it.

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Prong collars are not meant for longterm use. Working with a certified trainer, get your dog to a place where he has learned proper leash manners and no longer pulls. Once your dog has mastered good walking techniques, you no longer need to use the collar.


Stop waiting for talents to appear. Try things that are easy. Try things that are hard. Follow your obsessions. Keep track of little successes. Ignore the television.

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You can’t know if you’ve got a talent for guitar if you never try to play guitar. Ditto didgeridoo, knitting, badminton, and Tuvan throat singing. Find a talent that seems cool and learn everything you can about it. Find out what it takes and see what you've got. If you never try, you'll never know. You’re not going to find a talent without trying. You can only find your natural abilities, skills, and talents when you test your mettle and actively seek new experiences. Face down obstacles and seek out challenges to see what innate skills and abilities you might be hiding.  Make it your goal to try something new every week. You might not discover something that you're super-talented at, but maybe you pick up a guitar one day and find out it feels comfortable in your hands and decide to learn more. Maybe you discover an ability to connect with animals at the shelter, something you'd never experienced before. Maybe you learn you're an ace at the Star Trek: The Next Generation pinball machine at the laundromat. That's the start of talent.     Get outside and scrape your knees. Go on adventures and experience the world in its natural habitat. Try out different sports, outdoor hobbies like fishing, hiking, and climbing to see if you've got an untapped natural ability or an instinct for it. What comes naturally to you? What do you do without thinking? What do you love? Look to your obsessions and your interests for the possibility of talent. If you love to spend all day doodling, reading, or dancing, there's no point in wasting time wishing you had a talent for baking. Focus on the talents you do have by focusing on what comes easiest to you.  If you're in school, what homework comes most easily to you? What worries you the least? That might clue you in to natural talents. Pay attention to what other people might have noted about you. It’s common that others might have a keener sense of what you're good at than you will yourself. Ask your family, your friends, and your teachers to help you figure out what you make...


Stop wanting to be like others. Try not to worry about what others think. Focus on your positive attributes. Stop comparing yourself to everyone else. Don't think in absolutes. Stop negative talk. Build self-confidence.

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Inferiority complexes are rooted in the desire to be just like someone else. They make you want to be someone you're not. If you try to be someone else, you aren't being true to yourself. This doesn't include limiting yourself and trying new things. Just don't try to be someone else. Be you. You can get inspired by people. That means you look up to them and take some of their traits and put them into yourself. But the important difference is you are still you. You aren't trying to copy someone else or be someone else. You are using them as a positive guide while still being true to yourself. Inferiority complexes arise from our constant concern about what others think about us. We oftentimes find problems with ourselves based on if others find us good enough. This isn't healthy thinking. Stop worrying so much about what others think about you. Only your opinion matters.  Sometimes these judgments are real, but many times they are imaginary. Focus on making yourself happy without worrying about what others think. And try not to make up people's judgments. Remind yourself that you have no way of knowing what someone is really thinking or what is really happening in their life. Even if you think someone has it all, they may have the same insecurities as you do. Focus on your strengths and successes, not on what others might think of you. When you feel inferior, you put more emphasis on what you don't have instead of what you do have. Everyone has positive qualities. Take an honest look at yourself and your life. Make a list of good things. It could be something like, "I have a good job with lots of room to grow" or "I have nice teeth." When you're done, think about how many good things you have going for you. It might not make you better than someone else, but you don't have to be better. You just have to be happy being you and be thankful for what you have. Include things from all facets of your life. Maybe you think you're overweight, but you have nice legs, nice feet, or nice hands. Maybe you have a great...


Stop watering the plant while it dries out. Bring the plant into the shade to protect the upper leaves. Tap the sides of the pot gently to loosen the plant and soil. Slide your plant out of the pot to check the roots and speed up drying. Use your fingers to remove the old soil so you can see the roots. Prune away brown, stinky roots with pruning shears or scissors. Trim away dead leaves and stems using pruning shears or scissors.

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If you think your plant is overwatered, take a break from watering it. Otherwise, the problem will continue to get worse. Don’t add more water to the pot until you’re sure the roots and soil are dry. This can take several days, so don’t worry if there’s a big gap between waterings. When a plant is overwatered, it has trouble transporting water to its upper extremities. This means that the top of the plant is vulnerable to drying out if it’s left in the sun. To help preserve the plant, bring it into the shade if it’s not already shaded. You can put the plant back in the sun once it’s stabilized. Use your hand or a small shovel to gently tap the sides of the pot. Do this several times on different sides to loosen the soil and roots. This can create air pockets that will help your roots dry. Additionally, tapping the sides of the pot will make it easier to remove your plant from the pot. While you don’t have to remove your plant from the pot, it’s best to go ahead and do it. This helps your plant dry out faster and allows you to re-plant it in a pot that has better drainage. To remove it easily, use 1 hand to hold the base of the plant just above the soil. Then, slowly turn the plant over and shake the pot with your other hand until the root ball slides out. You should be holding the plant upside down in your hand. Gently break up the soil so that it will fall away from the roots. Lightly brush it away with your fingers so that the roots don’t get damaged.  If the soil looks moldy or green from algae, discard it because it will contaminate your plant if you re-use it. Similarly, throw it out if it smells like decay because it likely contains root rot. If the soil looks fresh and clean, you may be able to re-use it. However, it’s best to use fresh potting soil just to be safe. Healthy roots are white and firm, while rotting roots will be soft and look brown or black. Use pruning shears or scissors to trim as much of the rotting roots away as possible, saving the healthy roots. If most or all of the roots look...