Q: Address a letter to someone you are grateful for and hand deliver it. Write a letter to someone who has inspired you or pushed you to pursue a goal. Or, write a letter to someone who has been supportive of you or very helpful to you. Choose one person who you feel grateful for yet you haven't told them your gratitude. Write a letter and give it to this person, no matter how much time has elapsed. Express why their actions were meaningful to you and how much you appreciate the gesture and the person. You can say, "Thank you for the support you gave me during a difficult time. It meant a lot to me that you were willing to be there for me at my worst. I won't forget the time you came over, cooked me dinner, and brought a movie. It really cheered me up. Thank you." Learn to appreciate the people in your life by imagining life without them. This is especially good to practice in consideration of your partner, spouse, children, and close friends. Think of one person in your life and imagine life without this individual. For example, think about your best friend and what he or she adds to your life. Now, think what it would be like without that person. How many years would your life be affected? What choices would you have made or not made? Once you've done this exercise, share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with this person and let him or her know how much you appreciate them. For more information, check out How to Write a Letter of Appreciation. Start to savor the things that come into your life that are positive. It can be easy to gloss over things that pass in and out of your day, yet stop and savor feel-good moments, wonderful people, and the beauty around you. If you hear beautiful music, stop and enjoy the sounds. If you see a beautiful flower, stop and admire it. If you notice a beautiful sunset, stop and admire it. Think about how beautiful it is and how much you enjoy it. If you smell an enticing aroma, follow it and see where it takes you. You may find a new favorite restaurant! Fully awaken your senses to begin savoring your surroundings. Share in the experience by inviting someone to come along and enjoy the experience with you. Gratitude encourages you to appreciate what you have, but also to pay it forward. As one sociologist refers to gratitude as "the moral memory of mankind." If you're feeling grateful for something or someone, act on your gratitude and pay it forward. When a thoughtful stranger helps you out, the memory and the feelings last a long time and make you feel good. Give someone you love something to be grateful for, such as a home-cooked meal, a card, a warm hug, or something else thoughtful. If you notice a stranger in need, stop and help. Perhaps this person doesn't have enough money at the check-out counter. Offer to pay the remaining balance. Or you can pay for a stranger's food at a restaurant. These small acts can make a large impact on someone's day.
A: Write a personal letter. Practice mental subtraction of relationships. Savor experiences and things. Pay it forward.

Q: If your computer's on, open the main menu on the home screen. Select "shut down" or equivalent to turn off all power. Don't trust pushing the "power" button to turn off all power. More often than not, this only puts your computer into "sleep" mode. If your computer is currently plugged into a power outlet, unplug it. If it's a laptop, unhook it from its charger, too. Detach any other devices that are connected to the computer. If you have a laptop, turn it over. Find the battery compartment. Release its latch to remove the lid. Take the battery out and set it aside. Expect some amount of electricity to still linger within your computer after you power it off and remove the battery. Press the power button and keep it pressed down for at least ten seconds. Discharge any residual electricity that's still present. Before you open the computer and start working on its insides, put on a pair of latex gloves. Expect oils from your skin to interfere with the components' normal operation. Also, wear a pair of anti-static bracelets to prevent your fingers from discharging any static electricity, which can also damage the components. Anti-static bracelets can be purchased online or at brick-and-mortar stores like Walmart or Radio Shack. Expect dirt and dust particles to also interfere with the computer's working parts. Choose a clean area to work in. If your workspace needs to be cleaned, wait for any airborne particles to settle before you proceed with opening your computer.
A: Switch off all power. Unplug all cords and devices. Take out the battery. Hold the power button down. Wear safety gear. Work in a dirt- and dust-free environment.

Q: There are two ways you can approach protein shakes. The first way is using pre-purchased protein supplements, like whey protein and flavored protein powders. The second way is using natural sources of protein, such as chia seeds, peanut butter and milk. Supplements deliver an extremely large amount of protein and are usually favored by body builders and workout enthusiasts. Natural protein sources offer a high amount of protein for the average person who isn't weight training. Whey protein is one of the two proteins found naturally in milk. The body absorbs this type of protein faster than other protein sources, which results in increased muscle protein synthesis. Whey protein also provides a large amount of the amino acid L-cysteine, which can improve deficiencies caused by many conditions, most notably aging and diabetes. It can also be beneficial for those with depression, blood pressure, blood sugar and can also help to treat symptoms of HIV and cancer. Whey protein supplements aren't known to cause liver or kidney damage. However, if you have pre-existing liver or kidney damage, whey protein supplements may worsen it. Consult your doctor before proceeding. Wash the berries well and place them into the blender, along with the rest of the ingredients. Pulse the blender on low until the ingredients are mixed well. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Feel free to adjust the fruit ingredients to your liking. Consider adding a banana before blending your shake. The banana will up your fruit intake and result in a slightly thicker shake. Many people have no reason or desire to protein-load their bodies with the amount of protein a body builder aims to intake. Unless you have a specific reason for doing so, the average person should not use these supplements, since they may put a strain on the kidneys and liver. Furthermore, protein from food sources is more nutritionally beneficial than supplements. Protein shakes, made with natural sources, benefit most adults. Most people don't get the recommended amount of protein, 45 to 50 grams, in their daily diet. The minimum recommended daily amount (RDA) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. To calculate your RDA, multiply your weight in pounds by 0.36. Keep in mind that the RDA is the bare minimum you should take in each day. Experts say that you should get at least twice your RDA in protein for best results. Peel the banana, cut it into large chunks and put it into the blender. Add all of the remaining ingredients. Set the blender on its lowest setting and pulse the ingredients until they are blended well. Pour the shake into a glass and serve immediately. The natural protein sources in this shake are chia seeds, peanut butter, yogurt and milk. This recipe can be made fully vegan by using soy yogurt and dairy-free milk.
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Gather your ingredients. Use whey protein powder. Make a Wild Berry shake with whey protein. Use natural protein sources. Make a Peanut Butter Banana Shake.