Having private space will allow you to feel empowered, which, in turn, translates to a greater ability to express yourself. This feeling of empowerment will be especially beneficial when dealing with a difficult sibling. Consider asking your parents for your own room, as this will give both you and your brother ownership of your own separate spaces, and decrease the amount of time you get in each other's way. If you have to share a bedroom with your older brother, take advantage of the common areas of your home, such as the living room or kitchen. Enjoy the control you have over private spaces such as your own dresser or your own book shelf. It's natural for siblings to grow tired of each other. Hanging out with your friends will not only allow you to have some time away from all the annoyance your brother is creating at home, but will lift your spirits. Your friends are bound to have similar experiences as you, and connecting with them will show that you're not alone in your struggles. You may also get some fresh ideas about how to solve the problem with your brother. Do your friends also annoy you? If so, consider what it is about their behavior that may be similar to your older brother's. Look inside yourself to see if there's anything you might be doing to cause annoying behavior in other people. Your parents may not be around very much to referee behavior between you and your older sibling. Joining an after-school activity will not only allow you to have fun doing activities you enjoy, but will also reduce stress at home for you, your siblings and your parents. Just because your brother is older doesn't mean you can't lead by example. Seeing you join an activity may increase your brother's interest in pursuing activities of his own, leaving you both happier and more likely to get along at home. If your brother plays basketball, consider trying an unrelated activity like, say, drawing or volunteering at the library. By exploring new interests, you can create your own path rather than feeling the need to compare yourself to your brother. Think of what type of person you are and what type of person you want to be. Are you a creative person who likes to think about why things are the way they are? Consider a hobby in the arts. Are you more scientifically inclined? Talk to your science teacher about ideas for ways to conduct experiments out of school.

Summary: Go to another room. Hang out with your friends. Join an after-school activity. Develop new interests.

Dampen a microfiber cloth in lukewarm water, then use it to wipe down the plastic. This should remove any dirt, dust, or other debris that can interfere with the cleaning products. Dry the surface fully with a clean microfiber cloth before you apply the conditioner. To handle tough stains, clean the plastic with a mixture .5floz (15mL) of any liquid laundry detergent and 16floz (470mL) of warm water. Purchase a specialized plastic conditioning product. Place a coin-sized drop of conditioner onto the plastic. This should be enough to cover about half of a car's dashboard or any surface smaller than that. Use more conditioner as needed to cover the damaged area completely. You can order conditioner online. You may also be able to find it at home improvement or auto parts stores. Plastic restoration kits are also available. They usually include conditioner as well as applicator pads. Use a clean, soft microfiber cloth. Wipe the cloth in a circular motion until the conditioner is no longer visible on the plastic. If you are worried about discoloring the plastic further, test the conditioner in an inconspicuous spot. Most conditioning products dry in 10 minutes or less. If the treatment is working, the conditioner will pass into the plastic, restoring some of the color. Wipe up any conditioner pooled on the plastic after this time. Be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions on the product to check the drying time and any other special instructions. Only apply a second coating if the plastic absorbs the conditioner completely within 10 minutes. This means the plastic isn't fully saturated, so the additional conditioner can help restore it. Avoid adding more conditioner if you noticed excess conditioner pooling on top of the plastic. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for repeated applications. Over time, this may improve the plastic. If the conditioner pooled and appeared to have no effect, repeated applications probably will not be enough to restore the plastic. Look carefully at the plastic, since sun damage can leave behind unpleasant cracks. Get a buffing product designed for plastic and place a coin-sized amount on a cloth rag. Buff the scratch out using circular motions. Buffing products have varying strengths. Some are designed for light scratches while other are effective on deeper cracks. Always wipe using circular motions. If you scrub the area, you will wear down the plastic. Go back over the area with a cloth, using it to pick up any product left on the plastic. Remove it all before continuing so the product does not continue to abrade your item. Most polishing products come in a spray bottle, making them easy to apply. Simply move the nozzle across the plastic surface as you spray. Spread a light, even coating over the surface. If you get a non-spraying polish, lightly coat a microfiber cloth with the polish. Use a microfiber cloth to even out the coating and work it into the plastic. For the best results, continue to polish the plastic using circular motions. When you're finished, the plastic should shine and look much better than when you started. If you notice any excess polish pooling over the plastic, simply wipe it off with your cloth.

Summary: Wash and dry the plastic surface. Squeeze plastic conditioner onto the affected area. Buff the plastic in a circular motion with a microfiber cloth. Wipe up the excess conditioner after it dries. Apply a second coating if the conditioner is absorbed quickly. Use a plastic buffing product if you notice any scratches. Wipe off the buffing product with a microfiber cloth. Spray on a plastic polish. Rub the polish into the plastic.

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Summary: Clean the Brussels sprouts; take off any dried leaves and cross the base with a X cut at the bottom approx 11.5 centimeter (0.40.6in) deep. Cover with chicken stock and sprinkle with a little sugar. Simmer until tender and serve.