INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Closing yourself off emotionally from the person may be another way you can avoid falling for them. Try to control your emotions so you do not feel overwhelmed or out of control around the person. Make a list of the person's negative qualities. Read them over and let yourself feel discouraged or disengaged from the person because of these negative qualities. This may help you avoid falling in love with the person. Be honest and think about qualities of the person that may be bothersome or an issue if you were in a relationship with them. For example, you may write down about the person: "too career-focused, quiet and introverted, hard to talk to in a big group." You should also think about why you and the person are not suitable mates. You may make a list of their negative qualities and then write down why these negative qualities mean you and the person are not meant to be together. You may also write down specific instances where you and the person did not seem to mesh or jive well together. Focusing on your incompatibility could help you close yourself off emotionally from the person and see them as nothing more than a friend. For example, you may write down: "we are incompatible because they are career focused and I would prefer to travel" or "we would not work out because they are intent on settling in one place and I plan to move around often." If you are already on friendly terms with the person, you can try focusing on your friendship with them over any romantic relationship. Perhaps you and the person get along well as friends. Remind yourself that pursuing the person romantically could lead to hurt feelings and ruin your friendship. You may then reason that you are better off maintaining a friendship with the person rather than a romance. For example, you may sit down and write out all the fun times you have had with the person as friends. Then, you may consider if it is worth risking your meaningful, fulfilling relationship with the person to pursue a romance.

SUMMARY: List the person's negative qualities. Determine why you and the person are incompatible. Focus on the friendly aspects of your relationship.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Cut open an avocado vertically and remove the pit. Scoop the flesh out into a small mixing bowl and use a fork or spoon to mash it up so it becomes one consistency. The skin of an avocado is really thin, so be careful when you're cutting into it that you don't accidentally slice your hand. Measure out the avocado oil and whisk together the mixture until the two ingredients are completely combined. If needed, use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl as you mix. You could also add 1 teaspoon (4.9mL) of honey or a few drops of essential oils to your face mask. Start with a clean face, so if you were wearing makeup or just got back from the gym, give your face a quick wash and pat it dry. Then, scoop up the mask with your fingers and spread it all over. Make sure to get your forehead, nose, chin, cheeks, and around the sides of your eyes. If you want to, you could even put the mask on your upper neck. Set a timer and relax while your mask does its work. Watch a TV show, take a bath, or listen to some of your favorite music. After the 10 to 15 minutes have passed, wipe away the mask with a warm, damp washcloth. Make sure to get any remnants left on your hairline or around your ears.
Summary: Mash 1 ripe avocado in a small bowl. Add 1 teaspoon (4.9mL) of avocado oil to the bowl with the mashed avocado. Apply the mask to your entire face. Let the mask absorb into your skin for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse away the mask with warm water.

Depending on what type of surface you are tiling, you will either use thinset mortar or 1/4 inch cement board. If your existing surround is drywall, you'll want to use cement board. Likewise, if you plan to tile only part of a brick surround, you may find cement board easier to work with. If you are planning to tile a brick surround in its entirely, you'll want to use mortar. If you are using cement board as the canvas for your tile masterpiece, cut it into pieces that are the correct size and shape to apply your tiles to. Then, simply screw the cement board into the wall or bricks with heavy duty masonry screws. You will need a masonry bit for your drill to drill the holes. Cement board cuts easily. If you score it with an ordinary saw, it will usually break cleanly along the scored line. To make your surface as smooth as possible, it is a good idea to tape over the joints between the pieces of cement board. If you are mortaring over bricks to create your smooth surface, you'll want to use a thinset mortar with latex additive. Use a plastic bucket to mix the mortar, following the manufacturer's instructions on the packaging. Properly mixed thinset should have roughly the consistency of peanut butter. Do not use an organic mastic for a project such as this. The heat from the fire may cause it to fail, resulting in the tiles closest to the fire falling off. Use a trowel to apply a layer evenly across the area you plan to tile, filling all the spaces between the bricks. Run the flat face of a finishing trowel over the thinset to smooth the surface. Allow the thinset mixture to dry overnight before proceeding any further. If it dries where you don't want it, see How to Remove Thinset for fixing it.
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One-sentence summary -- Assess your substrate. Install your cement board. Prepare the mortar. Spread the mortar.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you want a teacher to like you, showing up ready for class is a simple and effective way to do it. Try to arrive 5 minutes before class starts so you can take out all of your materials and be ready to go. Bring all of the materials that you need for class with you. and open-minded to your peers. Your teacher will not appreciate you being mean to your peers or dismissing their ideas and questions in class discussion. Everyone is there to learn, so you need to be kind and open to the thoughts of other people in the class. Allow other people a chance to speak and ask questions. Never insult or ridicule one of your peers. You may have to work with your peers for a group project, so be kind and respectful towards them. Always be respectful towards your teacher, even if you disagree with something they say or do. If you want them to like you, be polite and friendly when you're in their classroom. Greet them whenever you enter the classroom. Try making some small talk to lighten the mood. For example, you could say something like, "How about that game this past weekend?" If a teacher tells you that you're wrong about something, don't talk back or argue. It's extremely rude to look at your phone when you're talking to somebody, but it's especially rude and disrespectful to talk or play on your phone during class. Put your phone on silent and store it away in your bag until class is over. Respect your teacher's policies regarding electronic devices. Tell your teacher if you plan to record their lecture for note-taking purposes so they're aware of why you have your phone or recording device out. Your teacher will appreciate that you take care in your appearance when you attend their class. Make sure you're clean and your clothes are neat and professional. You don't have to wear a suit and tie, but a clean collared shirt or a casual dress shows that didn't just roll out of bed to make it to class. Wash your hair and wear deodorant. Nobody wants a smelly person in their class!

SUMMARY:
Arrive on time and prepared for class. Be friendly Show your teacher respect and be polite. Keep your phone stored away during class. Practice good hygiene and dress appropriately for class.