Article: A strong posture is one of the most telling signs of confidence. Suffice to say, it's a look you'll want to have whenever you're speaking publicly. Keep your back straight, and your shoulders jutted outward. If you're someone who struggles with a slouched posture, it may take some time to reprogram yourself. After a while, however, you'll be able to do it without thinking. If you're nervous, your face will freeze up. Words alone only go so far in communication. The best speeches are emotionally hard-hitting, and it's intensified when the same feelings are being mirrored by the speaker. Whether rehearsed or not, matching facial expressions will lend your speech with a great air of authenticity. Don't force it, however. While you certainly want to make yourself animated, you don't want to appear unnatural. You want your expression to match your tone and words. Whether you're speaking on stage or something more casual, chances are there's a larger physical space you could be occupying. Even if you're the most riveting speaker, there is going to be a part of your audience that wants to be engaged visually as well. Getting your audience's eyes to follow you as you stride across the stage will make your presentation (and topic) feel all that more dynamic. If you're addressing the audience directly with someone, you should walk towards them on the stage. This creates an effect of urgency. It's best to move while you're transitioning to a new topic, as this let's the audience know that something is about to change. Eye contact is essential if you want to foster a connection with the audience he's speaking to. This doesn't need to be a constant thing, and you don't need to make eye contact with each individual in the crowd. Instead, simply scanning your eyes around the your audience from side to side can instill a sense of interaction between the speaker and his attendees. Pace yourself. While you don't want to stare at any one person for too long, you don't want to skim too fast either, or you'll appear nervous. If you find yourself skimming too much, consider focusing on the wall behind the audience. Don't stare at it for too long--keep your gaze moving slowly. Body language is a powerful tool on the stage, but it's only worth as much as it relates to the topic you're speaking about. Think of hand waves and gestures as exclamation marks in your speech. By using your body as an additional form of communication, you can ride home your point on multiple levels. Keep your gestures natural and spontaneous. Match them to what you are feeling. If you feel an urge to clench your fist or raise your arm, do it! Rehearsing gestures ahead of time is not always a good idea, as they may end up looking forced, static, and unnatural. However, you can rehearse your speech in front of the mirror and watch how you move naturally. Above all, you should keep every noticeable movement of your body under control when you are speaking. Many people will fidget and squirm when they're nervous. This isn't the sort of impression you want to get across if you intend on a successful presentation. Your body language should not be left up to whim or chance. If you're not comfortable with public speaking enough yet to balance the vocal presentation with purposeful body language, it is preferable to keep yourself completely still. Rest assured, unconscious movements are going to work against your presentation. Consider practicing your speech in front of a friend or family member, and ask them to note any fidgeting or squirming. Alternatively, record yourself giving your speech, then watch the recording. Look for any subconscious movements, such as playing with your hair.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Keep a firm posture. Allow yourself to express emotion through your face. Stake a claim on your personal area. Scan your eyes across everyone you're speaking to. Use gestures in tandem with what you're saying. Keep your movements controlled.

Problem: Article: Dim the overhead room lights and then hold a utility light 3 to 4 inches (7.6 to 10.2cm) away from the wall. Go over all of the wall's surfaces with the light, looking for imperfections. If you see cracks, holes, or dents, circle them with a pencil or place a small piece of painter's tape on them. Make sure to rotate the light around a bit, so that you can see the wall from different angles. This will reveal even more damaged spots, if there are any. If you see a spot where the drywall tape is peeling up and a seam is becoming visible, then sand over the entire seam with an 80-grit paper. Continue sanding until you reach the drywall base. Position a new piece of mesh over the sanded line. Apply a thin layer of joint compound over the tape using a drywall knife. After 24 hours of drying time, sand it down again and repeat until the seam is smooth. It's not enough to just sand directly over the seam. To keep it from cracking, try to sand down about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15cm) on both sides. If the hole is nail-head sized or smaller, you can usually just plug it with a bit of compound. Then, smooth over the surface with a drywall knife. If the hole is larger, then you'll need to purchase a drywall patch (available at hardware stores). Peel off the patch's adhesive backing and press it firmly over the hole. Coat it with a bit of compound and sand it down with 80-grit sand paper. It's possible that the work light might expose some random bumpy spots on your drywall, perhaps where any surface texture gathered. If this is the case, get a 120-grit sand paper and go over these areas. Continue until the wall feels smooth to the touch and passes another round of the light test. Use a sanding pole with paper attached at the end to reach to the tops of walls. Sand gently when using a pole or it can move around and gouge the wall. Any dust left on your wall post-sanding will stick in your paint and lead to a bumpy final surface. To prevent this, get a damp rag and gently run it over all parts of the wall. Make sure that the rag is just damp, not soaking wet, or it will damp the drywall and any surface compound. If you want an extra layer of protection, you can also go over the wall with a feather duster. Let the wall dry for at least 24-48 hours after applying compound, sanding, and wiping down before priming or painting.
Summary: Hold a work light over the surface to find any imperfections. Sand down and re-tape any exposed edges. Fill any holes with compound. Sand down any general rough spots. Wipe down the wall with a damp cloth.

Pour seven drops of essential oil in an empty 16 ounce (473.17 ml) glass spray bottle. Then fill the spray bottle up until until about one inch (2.54 cm) from the top with warm water. Use either peppermint, tea tree, citrus, lavender or neem essential oil, as these oils are proven to repel spiders. Try to use a glass spray bottle, as essential oils can sometimes react with plastic. Add a small squirt of liquid dish soap into the spray bottle, then place the top on the bottle and shake so that the mixture is combined. Because oil and water don't mix, dish soap is needed to break apart the oil molecules so that they can mix in with the water. Spray the essential oil spray on any entry points in your house, including around window frames, door cracks, and any crevices that you may notice in your home. Also spray any corners where spiders tend to congregate. If you are spraying furniture or carpets, keep in mind that the oil may leave a stain. Spot test an inconspicuous area of the upholstery or carpet by spraying and making sure the repellent doesn't alter its color before using. Natural repellents need to be reapplied more often than chemical-based ones, so make sure that you reapply the spray once a week.
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Combine essential oils and water. Add dish soap and shake. Spray on entry points. Reapply the spray once a week.