Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Massage your scalp with essential oils. Try rubbing coffee into your scalp. See an acupuncturist.

Answer: Unlike most other "natural" remedies, there is some evidence that massaging your scalp with certain essential oils may help to stimulate faster hair regrowth. You can also look for shampoos with essential oils, such as a tea tree oil shampoo. To use an essential oil massage, add a couple of drops of thyme, rose, lavender, and cedarwood essential oils to one tablespoon of jojoba or grapeseed oil. Stir the oils together well. Then, apply the oil mixture to your scalp and massage it into your skin. Leave it in for about 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse it out with warm water. Repeat this treatment once per day. One study found that a caffeine-infused shampoo helped to stimulate hair growth when it was left on for about two minutes. You may be able to achieve similar results by pouring lukewarm coffee on your scalp and allowing it to sit for about two minutes. Brew some coffee and then let it cool down to room temperature. Then, pour some of the coffee onto your scalp. Wring out any excess coffee from your hair and then wrap a towel around your head or put on a shower cap. Wait for two minutes and then rinse the coffee out of your hair with warm water. Repeat this treatment daily. Acupuncture therapy may help to stimulate faster hair regrowth as well. Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine that uses needles placed in strategic locations to unblock energy pathways. Make sure that you find a qualified acupuncturist who has had experience working with people suffering from hair loss.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Mix powdered detergent and water in equal parts. Apply the paste to the stain. Let the stain soak for 30 minutes. Sprinkle non-sudsy ammonia on the stain. Launder the clothing in warm water.

Answer: Get a small container and fill it with a little bit of powdered non-bleach laundry detergent. You don't need a lot, only enough to spread over the sap stain. Start with a teaspoon of the powder and combine it with an equal amount of water. Stir the ingredients together to create a paste. Transfer the paste and spread it over the area you wish to clean. This can quickly be done with your stirring spoon or another object, such as a sponge or rag. Leave the paste alone and it'll begin breaking up the sap. Since it doesn't have bleach in it, it won't damage the clothing. Non-sudsy ammonia is the clear, colorless ammonia you'll often see at general stores. Spread a few drops of it over a stubborn stain. This is optional and can also be done for a stain that remains after a wash cycle. Throw the clothing in the washing machine. Put it through a cycle using your normal detergent. Warm water is safe to use on most clothing, but increase the temperature if the fabric can handle it. Now your clothing will be stain-free until the next time you lean up against the wrong tree.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Reduce contact. Tell them you want to stop being friends. Ignore angry texts or emails. Enforce your boundaries. Keep your social group. Make new friends.

Answer: If a friendship is hurting your self-esteem, causing anxiety, or inducing feelings of self-doubt, it may be time to end the friendship. The easiest way to do so is to slowly reduce contact with the other person. Stop scheduling time to hang out together outside of school and work. Don't text them unless you absolutely need to. By slowly cutting off contact, you give yourself time to find other friends while avoiding a potentially nasty confrontation. Sometimes you might have to tell your friend face to face that you want to stop hanging out together. This can be very difficult, and it will probably occur after you have tried talking to them several times about your issues. If they ask you why, try to explain without blaming or accusing them. You can try saying, "Look, we have had some good times, but I think I need my own space." If they ask why, deflect the blame towards yourself. "I don't think we have a similar sense of humor. Sometimes what you find funny is what I find hurtful. I don't think you're a bad person, but I don't think we make good friends." If you don't want to tell them outright, you can give an excuse for not seeing them. For instance: "I need to spend more time on my work and less time on socializing" or "I've been neglecting my health, and I need to focus more on taking care of myself." If your ex-friend tries to contact you in anger, ignore the messages. Don't respond with equal anger. They may say things that you find are wrong or disturbing, but they may be trying to provoke you so that you appear to be the bad guy. Swallow your anger and ignore the messages. Distract yourself with another activity, and if their attempts at contact worsen, block their phone number and social media accounts. If your ex-friend repeatedly ignored your boundaries in the past, they will probably not start respecting them after you cut them off, even if they promise to improve. It may be easy to let them back into your life. It is fine to acknowledge that you had good times together while still recognizing that it was a toxic relationship. Let them know that you are firm in your decision, and don't be swayed into being friends with them. If you and your ex-friend had many mutual friends, it can be hard to cut off contact, but you should not lose all of your friends because of one person. That said, your mutual friends may feel compelled to take a side. If your ex-friend tries to cause drama, stay strong. Do not spread rumors or speak poorly of your old friend. Tell your friends that you and your ex-friend had a falling out and that you still respect them even though you have gone your separate ways. Try telling your friends, "All I'm going to say is that we had a fight. I think they are still a good person, but we need our space." If your friends push you for details, resist the urge to badmouth your old friend. Good friends will see that you are being a bigger person and will respect you for it. You may encounter your old friend in social settings, at school, or during work. The transition will be easier if you are able to make new friends outside of your usual social group. Join a club, start a hobby, or take an evening class. You will meet new people who are not associated with your toxic ex-friend.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Hold the ball in a four-seam grip. Align your body with the target of your throw. Draw your throwing hand back. Throw the ball overhand. Aim the ball at the target's chest or mitt. Barehand slow-moving balls. Use both hands on close plays. Spin and throw when you can't stop running.

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Adjust the ball so that one surface is on top with the horseshoe-shaped stitching around it. Place your middle and index fingers over the ball. These fingers should cross over stitching twice. Pull your thumb back behind the ball and place your ring finger beside it. This grip makes your throws stronger and more accurate, which are essential qualities of good shortstops. Practice by throwing the ball up in the air. Catch it and quickly rotate the ball so the stitching is near the top. Finish by applying the four-seam grip. Start with your body sideways. Point the shoulder on the mitt side of your body towards the target. Move the foot on your throwing side back, firmly planting it behind you. You'll need to use this stance to generate power and accuracy. Practice the mechanics until they feel comfortable. As you plant your throwing foot behind you, draw back your arm. Hold the ball so it faces the ground instead of your target. When your arm travels back as far as it can go, you can fire the ball at the target. Balance is essential to a hard, accurate throw. Don't rush. Bring your arm forward. As you do so, the face of the ball will turn inward until it faces the target. Your arm functions like a whip. Use your fingers and wrist to generate power. Remember that you're throwing the ball with your entire body. Follow through by bringing your throwing arm forward after you've released the ball. The middle of the body is a big target. Balls thrown to this area are easier to handle. Don't try to land the ball in the person's glove. Instead, pretend that you're throwing the ball past them, since you'll need to throw harder and faster. Practice this by picking a spot on a wall and trying to hit it. To hit a moving target, you'll need to anticipate where the glove will be. Aim the throw so that it's a little ahead of the target. To get out quick runners, you'll have to change your style sometimes. For a slow-rolling ball, you can try plucking the ball with your bare hand. Spread out your fingers so you have the best chance of getting the ball and adjusting your grip. This throw is often inaccurate, so you'll need to judge whether or not you can get the ball to the target before the runner. Keep your throwing hand near your glove. Plant your front foot when the ball hits your glove. Move the ball into your throwing hand. You may have to use a side-arm throw to get the ball away sooner. Plant your throwing foot as the ball leaves your hand. This kind of throw is useful for balls on the edge of your range. Catch the ball in your glove. Spin away from your target. When your eyes find the target again, throw the ball as you normally would. This throw is tough to get right, so practice finding first base after spinning.