INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Prepare a large rimmed baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil. The oven rack should also be switched to the lower-middle position so that the octopus has plenty of space inside the oven. The majority of the actual cooking process will be done in the oven. Grilling is a great way to add extra flavor to the octopus, but the cooking method is too fast and will not create a tender enough octopus when used alone. Sprinkle it with salt and cover it with foil. Create a loose seal by gently crimping the edge of the top sheet of foil to the rim of the baking sheet. This could take up to 2 hours. Let cool when done. The meat should feel very tender when pierced with a small paring knife or fork. As the octopus cools, remove the foil cover so that it cools faster. At this point, you can also cover and refrigerate the octopus for two days or so. Discard any liquid that seeped out as the octopus cooked, however. Brush the grill rack lightly with 1 Tbsp (15 ml) of olive oil and preheat the grill for about 10 minutes to a high temperature. For a gas grill, turn all the burners onto high and let preheat fully for 10 minutes. For a charcoal grill, spread out a thick layer of charcoal on the bottom of the grill and let them burn down until white ash forms along the surface of the briquettes. After coating the pieces with olive oil, sprinkle them with salt and pepper, to taste. The oil will give the exterior a better glow and a better crunch. It also helps the salt and pepper cling to the meat. Place the octopus pieces on the grill and cook for roughly 4 to 5 minutes, or until spotted with brown. After placing the pieces on your grill rack, close the grill and cook the pieces covered. You should only turn the pieces once, and do so during the middle of the cooking process. When grilled, octopus can be enjoyed on its own or sliced and added to other dishes. If you plan to serve it as is, though, the extra oil, fresh lemon juice, and parsley can make it an even more flavorful dish.

SUMMARY: Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (130 degrees Celsius). Place the octopus on the baking sheet. Cook the octopus until tender. Preheat a grill. Coat the octopus with oil. Char the octopus on the grill. Serve with olive oil, lemon juice, and parsley.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you feel like life is overwhelming you and you have no other options left, you might be headed for a serious emotional or mental episode. Signs of an upcoming mental breakdown include: Violent or suicidal thoughts Chronic lack of concentration Mood swings and depression Lack of caring and disorder Feelings of intense pressure Extreme weight fluctuations Substance abuse More often than not, insanity comes from a feeling that you don't control your own life. When things get hectic, out of order, or stressful, take a deep-breath, slow down, and look at life in the long term. Resist the urge to cram more things into your schedule, thinking that you are "missing" something. Return to the list of things that make you happy, and pursue them if you haven't been. It is easy to get sidetracked from your passions, but make an effort to return to them. " If you are on the cusp of mental collapse, you need to be focusing on your own needs, not someone else's. Do the things you want to do, and don't be afraid to say no to commitments. If your boss needs you to work more, tell them respectfully that "you need to take care of yourself right now." If you need to speak with HR, do so. Don't worry about hurting your friends' feelings they will understand if you need some time to feel better. This does not need to be with a paid therapist, it could be with a friend, spouse, or family member. If you communicate your feelings regularly then you can take control of your mental well-being and get a new perspective on your problems. Just being listened to can make us feel less alone and more sane. These conversations do not have to be dramatic events. Oftentimes they feel better when they come up naturally. If it feels awkward at first, don't give up. Learning to talk about yourself is crucial to long-term sanity. More often than not, losing your cool will make problems bigger and tension higher. In fact, stress hormones linger in your brain for more than two hours after a confrontation. Take a breath and think about the pros and cons of losing your composure. Count to ten, go to a "happy place" in your brain, or just put headphones on and play a song you love. Find what helps you calm down. Even 5 minutes to yourself in the parking lot can put your problems in perspective and give your mind the rest it needs. While you should never run away from problems, take some time away from them to clear your head when things get crazy. Use your vacation time. It is build into your work for a reason, and avoiding the "rat race" is easy when you're away from home for a week. There is absolutely no stigma about seeing a trained psychologist or psychiatrist. If you are caught in a cycle of negativity or despair, talking to a doctor is often your best option. If you hurt your knee, you would see a doctor, so you should do the same with your brain. You can look up free call-lines online if you are in immediate distress. Most college campuses and many cities have free counseling centers where you can make an appointment.

SUMMARY:
Know the signs of a mental breakdown. Slow down your life. Learn how to say "no. Talk about your feelings. Stay calm when faced with hardship. Take a vacation. If you still feel lost, confused, or unstable, talk to a professional.