Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be honest with your stylist about your hair history. Request a strand test. Bring a book or download a game so you don't get bored. Follow aftercare instructions.

Answer: If you've been coloring your hair for years or you tried an at-home relaxer a few months ago, your stylist needs to know that. Hair which has been chemically processed may be too damaged to undergo chemical straightening. It could lead to your hair being dry and brittle, or it could even break off during the process. During a strand test, your stylist will apply a small amount of the straightening solution to a strand of your hair in an inconspicuous spot, perhaps near the nape of your neck. This will allow the stylist to see how your hair reacts to the chemicals and will let them know if it is safe to proceed with the treatment. Most permanent hair straightening treatments will take at least 2-3 hours, and Japanese straightening may take as long as 8 hours for the first treatment. Bring a book with you or download a game on your phone so you'll have something to entertain you while you sit in the chair. It's important to follow your stylist's aftercare advice carefully to protect your hair. If you choose Japanese straightening, you will be advised not to wash your hair for 2-3 days after treatment. Depending on the treatment, you may also be told to avoid using heat styling, which can increase the risk of breakage on your fragile hair. For keratin treatments, you may need to refrain from wearing your hair in a ponytail for 2-3 days to avoid setting a permanent crease into your newly-straight hair.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Find a place to work. Collect your materials together. Highlight the most important information.

Answer: Have a well lit working area where you are away from distractions and have all equipment ready. You want to devote your entire attention to your flash cards. Some people enjoy having a television on in the background or have music playing. If this is you, feel free to enjoy your preferred auditory stimuli, just make sure that they don't distract you from your task. This means that you should have your flash cards and textbook ready. Have a good pen, markers, highlighters, and whatever other writing implements you'd like to use. At this stage, you'll also need to decide what medium you want to use to make your flash cards. Will you choose paper and pen or will you create digital flash cards? Ultimately, it is a matter of preference. Studies have shown that most students retain information better if they have to write out the materials. Yet, the convenience of having your flash cards on your phone may outweigh other concerns. Identify salient information in your notes and text book. Distill them down into their key parts so that you can transfer them to your notecards in a physical or a digital form. You can do this by highlighting your notes or the textbook. If you cannot write in your textbook, write on a separate sheet of paper or create a separate file in a word processor on your computer. Eventually, you will develop a system of note-taking that will make flash cards easier to make. Some of the easiest ways of doing this are to highlight or underline key sections your teacher stresses. Some people use asterisks, dashes, or other symbols to set off important text from the rest of their notes.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Confront his fears. Recognize your own fears. Consider lessons for your horse.

Answer: If your horse has certain anxieties - like crossing water, for example - you'll need to help your horse confront those fears. But that doesn't mean you should force your horse to run recklessly into whatever he's afraid of. Forcing a horse to confront a fear too quickly could frighten the horse and may cause injury to you, but over time he should confront those fears. The best part about helping your horse confront his fears is that he'll remember your role in the process, and he should come to respect and trust you. Build your horse's confidence by leading him to whatever he's afraid of - say a creek that runs across your property. Use relaxation techniques to calm your horse, then lead him slowly toward the water. Let him watch the water, sniff the shore, and once he feels comfortable stepping into the water, let him stand in the water for a few moments to understand that it's not a threat. If your horse hasn't learned to trust you, you might be part of the problem. Horses can sense when a rider is tense or anxious, and any hesitation on your part could cause your horse to lose his trust and confidence in you. Try confronting your riding fears with your horse, using relaxation techniques and a soothing but confident voice. As you get more comfortable riding your horse through scenarios that previously made you nervous, your horse should get more comfortable confronting those scenarios with you. If you simply can't earn your horse's trust, you might need to hire a professional. Professional trainers can work with you and your horse to learn why your horse may be reluctant to trust you, and can teach you how to overcome those obstacles. Bucking, bolting, and rearing up are all examples of bad horse behavior that need to be corrected. These actions are generally caused by your horse not trusting or respecting you, and can cause serious harm to you or other riders. If your horse engages in any of these behaviors, contact a qualified horse trainer before any further attempts at riding your horse. Look for a trainer or other qualified expert through a professional organization, like the American Quarter Horse Association. Search online for a trainer near you.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Position the drumstick between your pointer and middle finger.

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Place the middle of the drumstick in between your index and middle finger. Spin the drumstick by moving your pointer finger away from you and moving your middle finger toward you. This will make the drumstick in between your fingers spin over toward your other two fingers (ring and pinky finger). As you do this first spin between your index and middle finger, relax your ring and pinky finger so they can be pulled away and lower than your two spinning fingers. This will prevent the stick from hitting those fingers as you execute the first spin.