Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Organize things in a way that works for you. Keep only relevant tools nearby. Try new things.

Answer: Everyone has a different way of organizing their desk and their tools. Yours will depend on the kind of work you do at your desk. Make sure that whatever you do, it keeps the space usable and clear of distractions. You might want to use different kinds of containers for different items. You might need file folders or a bulletin board to pin things to. You may have lots of tools that need to be hung on hooks. If you mostly use your desk for office work, don't keep your craft supplies there. Choose a different place in your room or office to keep those things. If you have noticed that a certain item rarely or never gets used, don't keep it at your desk. If there's a tool or resource that you use a lot but have been keeping elsewhere, create a space for it at your desk. If you've been having a hard time staying organized or keeping your desk clean, this could be a sign that you need to create a different organizational method. If you've kept everything in drawers, maybe shelves or hooks would be better for you. If you have a hard time focusing on your computer screen, maybe you need to clear everything else out of sight. Ask other people who work in your field how they organize their desks. They might have valuable insights for you!

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Make sure your argument makes sense from beginning to end. Take out phrases like "I think" or "In my opinion. Proofread your essay by reading it out loud. Let someone else proofread it.

Answer: Try to read through your essay as if you had never read the text you're analyzing. Can you follow the argument with just the assertions, evidence, and analysis you've provided? If you can't, try going back through and filling in any blanks. You can also ask a friend to read through it to see if they can follow it. " When you're first writing a literary essay, you may be timid about your analysis. Most everyone is! However, when you present your argument, leave out these phrases. It weakens your argument, and signals to the reader you're not confident in what you're doing. Watch for any mistakes your spellcheck catches, but you should also check it yourself. Reading it out loud helps you slow down and catch more mistakes in the text. For instance, you may notice words that are wrong or places where the sentence structure sounds a little funky. It always helps to have another set of eyes when proofreading. Ask a friend, parent, or classmate to go over your essay to see if they catch any grammatical mistakes.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wake up and go to bed at the same time each day. Skip napping during the day. Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic drinks. Stop smoking Get in 30 minutes of exercise each day.

Answer: Staying on a sleeping schedule will help you go to sleep and stay asleep because your body learns to expect sleep at a certain hour. If you have trouble remembering to go to bed at night, set an alarm an hour before you need to be in bed. When you nap during the day, you may have a harder time staying asleep at night. Try to avoid dozing off in the afternoon, so that you fall asleep and stay asleep when you go to bed. If you really need a nap, make it a 20 to 30 minute long nap. This can improve your mood, alertness, and performance. Avoid drinking caffeinated beverages afternoon. Having caffeine after noon can affect your sleep at night, even causing you to wake up in the middle of the night. Similarly, too much alcohol at night can affect your sleep, so stick to a single drink in the evening. Make sure to indulge several hours before you go to sleep. . The nicotine in cigarettes can interfere with your sleep schedule. If you're a smoker and you find your schedule isn't as regular as you'd like it to be, you should consider quitting. If you can't quit, try reducing the number of cigarettes you smoke, particularly near bedtime. Exercise helps tire your body out, making it easier to go to sleep and stay asleep. However, make sure not to exercise in the 30 minutes right before you go to bed, as it gets your blood pumping, making it harder to sleep. Even 10 minutes of light aerobic exercise can improve your sleep quality. Try walking or cycling.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Livestream a concert to enjoy live music from home. Join a virtual karaoke party if you like to sing. Organize or attend a movie watching party with friends.

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Your favorite music festival may have been canceled because of the virus, but the good news is that many artists and musical groups are hosting live events online! Tune in on your computer or check your TV listings to find out about upcoming musical events. For example, if you're an opera lover, the Metropolitan Opera is offering nightly live opera streams in HD. If you've got children at home, keep them entertained with the Lincoln Center's Concert for Kids series. Look for your favorite artists on YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook to find out if they're releasing live content! If you're the type of person who likes to belt along with your favorite tunes, take advantage of the karaoke parties that have been popping up all over the internet since the outbreak started. Organize your own using a platform like Zoom, Discord, or Google Duo, or hop onto a website like https://karaoke.camp/ to drop into a public karaoke session. You could also host or join a virtual dance party or jam session. If you have a favorite DJ, check their social media to find out if they have any online dance events coming up. You can't go to the theater or even invite friends over for a movie night, but that doesn't mean you can't watch your favorite movies and shows together. Install the Netflix Party extension to set up a group viewing experience on your computer, or hop on Metastream or Kast to access multiple streaming platforms through a single app! If you really want to see your friends' faces, you can video chat and watch Netflix at the same time with the Scene extension.