Problem: Article: These jobs often don't pay much, but provide you with the joy of playing video games for money. As a test player, you will be responsible for providing a company feedback about its game, and your input could determine whether the game is released, scrapped, or held back for improvements and debugging. Test playing is an excellent choice for those who want to make money for simply playing the game, and nothing else. Twitch and YouTube Gaming are online game-playing mediums in which others watch you and interact with you in real-time during your gameplay. Although these do not make you money out of the gate, you can make money down the road by building a following and making yourself known to video game companies and even non-videogame companies. Using Twitch or other online gaming communities, you can build a following, which is a vital step in making money for playing games, as potential sponsors want to see that their products and company will be getting out to the maximum number of people possible. Once you have build a following, you can start seeking (or receiving) sponsorship offers from major video game companies, which may simply provide you with new games and merchandise, or which may actually pay you a monthly amount to continue your online persona and gameplay.
Summary: Test video games for video game companies. Play using Twitch or YouTube Gaming. Build a following. Seek out or accept sponsorships.

Problem: Article: The worms that cause lymphatic filariasis are spread person-to-person through mosquito bites. Avoiding mosquito bites when in endemic areas is the best way to avoid infection, though it generally takes months to years of repeated bites to become infected. Protect yourself at night when mosquitoes are most active. Obtain a mosquito net for your bed to limit the pests' access to you while you sleep. If possible, sleep in an air-conditioned room with closed windows. The mosquitoes that transmit LF usually bite between dusk and dawn. When possible, limit your time outdoors in endemic areas to after dawn and before dusk i.e. largely during daytime hours. As much as possible, wear long sleeve shirts, long pants, and socks. Cover as much skin as possible to minimize areas for mosquito bites. Obtain a natural or chemical mosquito repellent, or make your own at home, and be diligent about using it regularly. Effective repellents usually contain either DEET, icaridin (or picaridin), or the oil of lemon eucalyptus. Apply mosquito repellent outside, away from food, and at least 20 minutes after putting on sunscreen if you're using both. Cover up any rashes, wounds, burns, or cuts before putting on mosquito repellent. Those actively infected with LF can take a yearly dose of a medication called diethylcarbamazine (DEC). This drug does not kill all of the worms, but it prevents you from spreading the disease to another person. If you live in North America or another area where LF is not common, your doctor will have to get this medication from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or other agency that deals with rare disorders. The medication is usually well tolerated, with minor possible side effects of dizziness, headache, fever, nausea, or muscle aches. Other treatment options are ivermectin and albendazole.
Summary: Avoid mosquito bites at night. Plan your outdoor activities for when the sun is up. Cover your skin with clothing. Use a mosquito repellent on exposed skin. Get medicated to avoid infecting others.

Problem: Article: Slipcovers are available at discount stores, or you can use sheets in a pinch. Be creative and have fun with it! You do not want to end up at school with a bunch of broken dishes and have to start all over. Be sure to label the boxes. Of course, this tends to work if you are driving to school, not if you are flying cross-country. Stock up on canned items like soups, powdered drink mixes, tuna and ravioli, boxed mixes, and items that won't crush or go bad. Don't forget salt, pepper, mustard, ketchup, sugar, sweetener, non-dairy powder coffee creamer, cooking spray, popcorn, cans of peanuts, etc. Ask before taking! Parents tend to be fine about sending off their college-bound student with food. Some parents will insist. However, this should not be a surprise. Nor do you simply take another person's food without asking, even your parents. Do not open anything that requires refrigeration before you leave for your new digs. Many jarred products are safe at room temperature until opened, like mayonnaise and salad dressings. Talk to your parents about adding a few items to each week's grocery list. If you start early, you can have a great supply of food to last you while at school. Ask your parents about making a trip to the local discount shopping club and pick up some food in bulk. Condiments such as salt and pepper are probably in good supply at your parent's house. Spices are expensive and you won't go through it quickly, so ask your family to borrow from their supplies.
Summary: Paint or apply funky finishes to make something look more your style. Wrap and pack breakable objects carefully. Shop for food while you are still at home.

Problem: Article: Think about your previous favorite looks and clothing styles, then look for retro equivalents. Have you always gravitated toward simple pieces or do you prefer to be avant-garde with your style? Do you tend to wear dressy or casual items? Do you like sharp, clean lines or loose and flowing ones? Patterns or solids? Every era has a vast array of styles there is no "one" look for any decade. You can find something that represents your personality in any of them! Stay true to what feels natural to you. You should feel like yourself in whatever you're wearing, not like someone playing dress up. Choose items that appeal to you rather than selecting pieces just because they "look retro." Some retro items are going to look better on you than others. Experiment with anything that catches your eye, but whenever you find something that works really well for you, look for other items similar to it. For example, if you discover that loose and flowing 60s blouses look great on you, you could search for similar styles in different colors and other cuts. As you discover additional pieces that are flattering, continue to add to your retro wardrobe and develop your own unique style. Select vintage pieces that fit you well and highlight your best features. Whenever possible, try on a garment before buying it. Don't be afraid to alter pieces that you really like so that they fit you perfectly. Instead of revamping your entire style and replacing your entire wardrobe, think about adding retro touches to clothing you already own. Try adding patches to your jeans, changing the buttons on a shirt, embellishing a jacket with fringe and so on. Get creative! Try repurposing some of your current clothing with retro elements bought from a thrift store. For instance, you could sew a 60s style shirt collar onto a top you already own. Give a modern outfit a little retro flair by adding vintage accessories to go with it.
Summary:
Select pieces that reflect your personality. Choose pieces that flatter your body shape. Add vintage embellishments to your modern pieces.