Q: Choose whether to speak with your dad or your mom. You can speak with them separately or at the same time. Think about who you don't want involved in your conversation, like siblings. Having your siblings around may make you feel too vulnerable to honestly open up to your parents. You may be afraid they will try to get their two cents into the conversation. If you are closer to one parent more than the other, focus on having this conversation with them. They will either inform your other parent on their own, or their opinion could be the only one that matters to you. Remember that your parents are probably thinking about a thousand things at once and if either of them work, they won't have that much time on their hands. Based off what you know about their schedule, pick a timeframe that you know they will be able to give you their undivided attention. Wait a few hours after they get home from work so they can calm down and de-stress from their day. Talk with your parents on the weekend during breakfast. They are more likely to be relaxed during this time and may be more willing to discuss, rather than dictate. Don't bring up the conversation too casually when they are in the middle of doing something, like getting ready for work or taking care of your sibling. Where you talk should be dependent on where you feel comfortable and where you know your parents will be the most level headed. If your house is usually loud and busy, maybe go for a walk with your parents to talk about this sensitive topic. Or bring it up the next time you are in a long car ride with either of them. The calmer the environment, the better you will feel about being vulnerable with your parents. If you decide to go for a walk, pick a route you know does not have that many people. If there are strangers around, you may feel anxious they are overhearing your conversation. Speak as clearly as you can about how you want to date a guy older than you. Speaking to the point will show that you are confident enough to understand how you feel, which in turn will show your parents that you are mature enough for this relationship. Write down how you plan to start your conversation. "Mom, I'd like to talk to you about boys and dating." Don't beat around the bush. "I have a friend who wants to start dating an older guy." The more honest you are with your parents, the more likely they will trust you down the line. Especially when talking about you dating an older guy, don't hide the truth of your situation or over exaggerate for drama's sake. Lying will only hurt your chances. Your parents are overprotective for a reason. If they are telling you why they don't want you to date an older guy, try your best to see where they are coming from. When you start understanding their side of the argument, make sure to let them know. They will put more weight on your views and feelings if they see you are attempting to understand their own. You want your parents to take you seriously. Do not use an aggressive or whiney tone to convince them. Talk with them in a friendly manner, making sure to actively listen when they speak. Your attitude will dictate theirs. Overprotective parents may not give you what you want the first time around, but this doesn't mean you have to give up. Make sure everyone involved is allowed to express their needs, concerns, and issues dealing with you dating an older guy. You may have to deal with a few restrictions on your new relationship at the start. Your parents may consent to you dating an older guy only if the dates are supervised. Don't fight, instead do what they say and eventually they may loosen their grip. You may not be allowed to go on dates during the school week. Accept it for now and maybe they will increase your privileges with time.
A: Choose who to include in your talk. Decide when to talk. Pick an environment. Be direct. Be honest. Try to see their side. Be open to compromise.

Q: When creating edible green protein slime, you will need the following ingredients: 1 Cup Spinach 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder to Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 teaspoon Almond Extract 5-6 drops Liquid Stevia (more if you prefer) This green protein slime is an excellent natural alternative to other chemical-based slimes. Its vibrant green color comes from spinach! Retrieve your blender. Measure and combine the following ingredients into the blender's container. 1 Cup Spinach 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder to Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk 1 teaspoon Almond Extract 5-6 drops Liquid Stevia (more if you prefer) In order to achieve the appearance of slime, this natural mixture must be smooth and lump-free. Puree the mixture until it is a smooth, even consistency. Stir when needed. This non-toxic slime is ideal for pouring on unsuspecting victims. Its natural ingredients make it safe for young kids to play with too. Instead of playing with the slime, pour it over waffles or pancakes for a tasty treat!.
A: Gather the ingredients and tools. Measure and combine the ingredients. Blend the ingredients until smooth. Enjoy the natural slime.

Q: A reality check is when you ask yourself: "Am I awake, or am I dreaming?" This will ultimately help you tell the difference between the dream world and reality when you are asleep. Reality checks call attention to a fundamental difference between dreams and reality: in dreams, states are fluid; in reality, states stay the same. In dreams, text will change into different words; trees change color and shape; clocks tell time backwards instead of forwards. In reality, text stays the same, trees stay rooted in the ground, and clocks move clockwise. A good reality check to perform, both in reality and dreams, is looking at text. Suppose a poster in your room says "Justin Bieber." Turn away for a minute, and look at the poster again. If it still says "Justin Bieber," the reality check says that you're awake. If you turn away, then look at the poster and it says "Selena Gomez," the reality check will tell you that you're dreaming. When you're having a dream and realize that you are having a dream, then you start to be able to control most of what happens in your dream. When you make the leap and realize you're dreaming, try to calm yourself down. If you get too excited about finally being able to control your dreams, you might accidentally wake up from excitement. Try small activities at first. Again, this is about staying in control of your excitement and not accidentally waking up. Even mundane things like cooking food, climbing a ladder, or skateboarding can be fun when you realize you're in full control. A lot of people enjoy flying, swimming deep into the ocean, and time travel. Try moving huge objects, passing through walls, or even telekinesis. The dreams that you can have are limited only by your imagination!
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Try "reality checks" throughout the day. Ace your reality check. Gradually build up to bigger activities.