Q: They have more life experience than you do, so they may be wiser than you realize. Ask them for advice, and value the things they tell you (even if you don't always agree). Think about how many good things they have done for you. Chances are, you'll never able to stop counting. Parents aren't perfect, and sometimes they give bad advice and make bad decisions. Hear them out, and then explain your point of view as calmly as you can. Work together to figure out a good approach. Don't accept a bad situation. Most parents are good (or at least decent), but some are mean or abusive. If things are bad at home, talk to another adult you trust. Try a teacher, school counselor, parent of a friend, clergy member, relative, or other adult who is a good listener. Talk to them what's going on, and ask for help handling the situation. . When you see your parents or siblings looking like they need help (struggling with packages, doing chores, etc.) say "Is there anything I can do to help you?" Open doors for them, help carry things... little things can make a big difference. The next time you see your parents or older siblings doing chores, try asking them to show you how. The two of you can do it together. You'll practice and help out at home, and then you'll be good at it when you're an independent adult. Learn how to cook, do laundry, do housework, and other basic tasks. Help out your parents and anyone you see who could use a hand. Offer to babysit for your neighbor's young children when they go out at night. Teens can traditionally make good money this way. Try yard work like mowing your lawn, taking care of the plants, and weeding. Try your hand at basic engineering tasks, such as auto repair, changing a flat tire, and fixing a leaky tap. Girls are better at engineering than most people realize! Some parents are willing to set up an allowance in exchange for chores, or pay you for doing chores (e.g. $10 for mowing the lawn). . Clean your room and any messes that you make around the house. If you see messes that are not yours, you can still help clean them up. Sweep, vacuum, put away clutter and dirty clothes, and clean things like windows and mirrors. Cleaning up other people's messes is nice, and optional. Don't feel obligated if you don't have the energy. . Look for the things that you have in common, and have fun together. Speak politely to them (even when they annoy you!), and respect their boundariesthey'll probably do the same to you in return. Let them have space when they need it. If you can't handle your siblings right now, then don't. Say that you need some quiet time, and retreat to a quiet space. Your siblings should respect that, and if they don't, ask an adult for help.
A: Respect and listen to your parent(s). Offer help at home Learn helpful skills. Keep your space clean Be kind to your sibling(s)

Article: When you are going traveling outside in winter or at night, or going on a cold-weather excursion, you should be prepared with reusable or disposable hot packs that can provide instant heat to warm your hands and body. Good choices include: ClickHeat Hand Warmers Charcoal hand warmers UniHeat Heat Pax Not only will the warm water heat up your hands as well as your entire body, but it's also a relaxing way to recover after time spent out in the cold. A safe bath temperature should never exceed 110 F (43 C), as this could cause burns, dizziness, low blood pressure, nausea, and vomiting. Alternatively, you can run your hands under warm water, or fill a bowl with warm water and soak your hands and wrists. The hot air from your lungs will help heat up your hands. Cup your hands to help keep the heat in as long as possible, and then rub your hands together quickly to spread the warmth to the back of your hands. Fires, heaters, hot car engines, and even running computers give off plenty of heat that you can use to warm yourself. Just be sure you don't get too close, and don't touch the heat source. If you are wearing gloves, take them off and place your hands directly in front of the heat. Try turning your gloves inside out and placing them close to the heat as well. That way they'll be nice and toasty when you put them back on. While alcohol may make your skin feel warmer, it actually lowers your overall body temperature. Alcohol causes the blood vessels in your skin to dilate, and this diverts blood away from your vital organs and toward your extremities. While having cold hands and feet is natural, if you start to experience numbness, changes to the skin color, hardened or tightened skin, sores and blisters, hair loss, or memory loss, talk to your doctor. There are many health conditions that cause cold hands, including: Anemia Raynaud's disease Diabetes Nerve damage Hypothyroidism Vitamin B12 deficiency
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Bring instant heat packs or warmers with you. Have a warm bath. Blow on your hands and rub them together. Warm your hands over a fire or heat source. Don't drink alcohol. Know when to see a doctor.

Q: There are plenty of other ways to meet new people. One of the best ways to do so is by participating in social activities you're interested in anyway. For instance, start hitting that open mic night you've been tempted to check out. Weekly events are great, because you'll start to recognize people, and vice versa. Even better: find a participatory social activity! Join a co-ed sports team. Don't worry about competitiveness, co-ed leagues are usually causal and fun-oriented. If you meet someone you'd like to get to know better, see if they want to grab a beverage after a game. If your nervous to ask them out, mention that everyone should go out together. Start volunteering somewhere. There are organizations of all sorts that are always looking for volunteers. Pick an organization you're impressed by that focuses on providing services or advocating for something you believe in. Not only will likely meet people with similar perspectives, people find compassion and selflessness attractive. When you're invited to any sort of social gathering, go! People tend to pursue romance with those who are similar to themselves, but also different in certain key ways. Know that people tend to find conscientiousness, extraversion, and agreeableness attractive. Relax. Be aware of your neurotic tendencies. We all have them. Learn not to externalize your stress and nervousness. This is important for your own peace of mind, and will also increase your attractiveness. Pay attention to what types of character traits you respect and the types of personalities you enjoy interacting with. Plus, hanging out with people you admire provides the chance to meet other people that you are likely to share interests or social circles with. Be sure to introduce yourself warmly to people you don't know at social functions. Even if you are not romantically interested, this will build your social skills and send a message to others that you are confident and approachable. Approach everyone you meet as though you're thrilled to have the chance. Actively listen to people when you first meet them, and enjoy the opportunity to learn about different types of people. There are more of us than we realize, and there's plenty to learn from one another! Maintain friendships with the people that particularly impress you. Know that curiosity and willingness to experience new things are a key component of our individual psychologies. Look for a partner that shares your level of adventure in pursuing new types of experiences. Superiority complexes prevent people from being able to contribute equally to mutually fulfilling relationships. If someone believes they're a "better catch" than their partner, they will likely put less effort into maintaining the relationship. Don't ever involve yourself with anyone who doesn't believe you deserve them.
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Get out there! Be conscientious, social, and friendly. Spend time with people you admire. Be open to new experiences. Avoid anyone who looks down on others.