Problem: Article: Some items are easy to find a home for such as the kitchen scissors. They belong in the knife block on the kitchen counter, but where should you store the batteries you found rolling around in a drawer? Mentally decide where everything should go so that every item has a home. Put any random items in a location you think is appropriate. For instance, put screws in a tool box. Put pens and pencils in a container on the desk. Put decorative items on a side table. If your current bookshelves, closets, or drawers aren't laid out well, then re-organize them. You don't always have to toss out items to declutter. Sometimes you need to re-organize books, closets, shelves and the items they hold because entropy has taken over, and sometimes it's because the items were never organized well in the first place. Restack the books on the shelves. Unfold and refold items in the linen closet that make it look messy. Take all the shoes out of the closet and then line them up in the closet again. Assess what you may need to store everything properly. Consider boxes, baskets, shelves and underbed boxes. Utilize your wall space to create more living space in your home. Think about hanging more items on the wall or putting up shelves if you don't have a lot of floor space. Stores such as The Container Store, Target and KMart have lots of organization materials to choose from. Don't be afraid to get creative, and consider a wide variety of materials. Cardboard office style shoe boxes are good for storing items on open shelves. Baskets, which usually don't have lids, are good for storing items you don't mind displaying like magazines or extra throw blankets. For closet organizers, look for hanging shoe racks and clothes racks. Grab some extra- hangers and hooks if you need them. Underbed boxes are good for overflow -- stuff that doesn't have any other place to go. Use them to store seasonal clothes like sweaters. Ottomans with interior storage areas can help you hide clutter. Also, think about bookshelves, boxes with lids and baskets to organize items like magazines that otherwise might be left laying around on the floor. If you have any messy drawers or cabinets, think about purchasing some drawer organizers. These are good options to store loose items like tacks, coins and batteries. Hooks and small dishes are good decorative options to store keys and loose items. Zip ties and charging stations can help you make your area look neater by making your charging cords more organized. Once you have everything that you need, put everything away neatly in its new organizers. Use clear storage containers so that you can see what's inside. You'll thank yourself later when you're searching for your items, since you won't need to open every single box to see what it contains. Place items that you'll rarely use in storage spaces such as the attic or basement. Put more frequently used items under the bed or in the closet. Label the boxes that are going to be stored away in closets or under the bed so that you don't have to open the boxes when you're searching for your items.
Summary: Assign a home for everything even the items that have no home. Re-organize badly organized items. Purchase items to store away things. Store away what you're keeping.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Knowing what you'll be eating ahead of time will help you manage your nutritional needs and stick to your diet. Plan your meals for the week or for the next 2 or 3 days, and prep items in advance to save time. For example, chop and portion veggies on Sunday night for your meals Monday through Wednesday. For instance, your daily meals could be: Breakfast: frittata with spinach and tomato. Lunch: Cobb salad with chicken breast, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and avocado. Snack: Diced cantaloupe. Dinner: Baked salmon fillet with steamed broccoli and sauteed mushrooms. Dessert: sliced banana with strawberries, pureed blueberries, and slivered almonds. Plan what your meals will be to ensure you'll stick to your diet, but don't keep a strict meal schedule or eat when you're not hungry. Part of the paleo lifestyle is to eat when you need to instead of sticking to a strict meal schedule. You shouldn't still be hungry after eating, so eat until you're full. If you're still peckish after a meal, just have another helping of veggies. Search online for free recipes or invest in paleo cookbooks. Using paleo-approved recipes will make it easier to plan your meals, and you might find paleo versions of your favorite meals. Trying new recipes can make your diet more exciting and easier to maintain.

SUMMARY: Plan and prep your meals ahead of time. Write down your daily meal plans to stay organized. Eat when you're hungry until you feel full. Find new recipes online or in cookbooks to mix up your routine.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Everyone has different ways of communicating, but some styles make it more difficult to say what you mean, mean what you say, and avoid being mean. Passive people tend to avoid speaking up and avoid confrontation. They give in easily to and have difficulty saying "no," for fear of being mean. Aggressive people tend to be emotionally honest, but express this honesty in an inappropriate way. They overreact and belittle others in interactions. They are loud, accusatory, and unwilling to listen to others' viewpoints. Passive-aggressive people are not clear about what they truly want, need, or feel. They are indirect, make promises and commitments they cannot keep, give people the silent treatment, and use sarcasm. They may come across as judgmental. Think of typical situations in which you are having trouble speaking up. Imagine what you'd like to say to the other person. Take time to gather your thoughts. Write down what you'd like to say. Practice with a trusted friend. Role-play with a trained professional, such as a counselor, who can give you honest and objective feedback. "I want", "I feel", and "I need" are helpful ways to get across your feelings clearly and directly without blaming the other person for something. These are especially helpful when you need to convey negative feelings or have an uncomfortable conversation. You can use this formula in virtually any situation: "When you do [action], I feel [emotion], and I need [action]." Make sure not to use bad language or be vulgar; that will make the relationship worse. If you want to address a problem with a coworker, try saying, "When you leave work for three-hour lunches, I feel burdened with finishing up the research on our project. I need more time with you to do this together." If you want to express a concern to a friend, try saying, "When you repeatedly cancel plans with me at the last minute, I feel sad and disappointed. I need more notice if you're going to cancel." If you use appropriate body language, your message will be better received by the other person. Assertive body language comes across as more confident. Begin by looking person directly in the eye. Maintain direct eye contact with the other person. Do not look down, look away, or glare. Stand or sit up straight. Avoid putting your hands on your hips, clenching your fists, or pointing your finger at the other person. Do not fidget. Do not raise your voice, shout, or hesitate.
Summary:
Avoid unhealthy communication styles. Practice speaking in front of a mirror. Use appropriate language. Use appropriate body language.