In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Dialing 3-1-1 will put you in touch with a local operator that will be able to connect you to a multitude of government services. It's the number that you should call if you have a non-emergency situation and need more information about city or town services. Ask the operator if they could connect you to the organization that handles street lights, and they will connect you with the department that you need. In places like San Francisco, there are over 2,300 different telephone numbers associated with government services. Major cities like New York City, Seattle, and Baltimore have a local Department of Transportation that handles the repair and replacement of downed or faulty streetlights. If you live in a major city, contact your local Department of Transportation by searching them online or using the Yellow Pages. Los Angeles has an entire department dedicated to repairing faulty street lights called the Bureau of Street Lighting. In Boston, they have an agency called The Street Lighting Division that handles street light repair. The government department you contact will vary depending on which city you live in. If you reside in a smaller town or municipality, then it's possible that a private company handles street light outage issues. Find the energy company's contact information on the top of a bill, if the outage is local, or search online by typing the company name into a search engine. Some communities have a community choice program which allows residents to choose energy providers. Call the provider to see if they are the ones who handle street lights. Most municipalities and cities have a public works department that oversees essential things like trash collection, transportation, and utilities. They will be able to point you in the right direction when it comes to a downed streetlight. Visit your local city or state's government website to find the contact information for the public works department near you. Searching "Public Works" and your city's name in most search engines will also help you find what you need.
Summary: Dial 3-1-1 to connect with the right organization. Contact your local Department of Transportation if you live in a city. Look online or read an electric bill if you live in a town. Call the public works department in your municipality.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Talking about boundaries can be a touchy subject. Make the conversation a little easier by talking with the other person at a time when you're both emotionally stable. Avoid introducing the topic of boundaries during or right after a fight. If the other person feels defensive or angry, the conversation won't be productive. Introduce the topic by saying something like, "Are you free for a minute? There's something I've been wanting to talk with you about." Be upfront when you tell your loved one about your new boundaries. Be kind, but don't apologize or back down. Explain exactly what you need from the other person without any ambiguity. Use a calm, non-confrontational tone to lessen the risk of the other person taking offense. For your loved one, hearing about the new limits you're imposing on the relationship might sting. However, it's important that they understand why you're doing it. Be gentle but honest about your reasons. Phrase your explanation in a non-accusatory way that focuses on your needs instead of what the other person is doing wrong. For instance, if you find your spouse's mood swings exhausting to deal with, you could say, "It's really wearing me out trying to guess how you'll be feeling from one day to the next. I need you to communicate your feelings to me more regularly." Someone with BPD may feel insulted when others set boundaries with them. Make sure to give your loved one plenty of reassurance that you're not rejecting them as a person and that your relationship with them is still important to you. Emphasize the ways your boundary will benefit both of you. This will help your loved one understand that you're not setting limits just to try to push them away. For instance, you could tell a friend, "I think spending more time on our own will be good for both of us in the long run. I have more energy for socializing when I spend enough time alone, so we'll both have more fun when we do get together." Your loved one may try to make you feel bad for setting boundaries. Don't let them sway you with emotional manipulation. You have the right to protect your own well-being.
Summary: Choose a time when you and your loved one are calm. State your boundaries clearly and firmly. Explain why you are setting these boundaries. Reassure your loved one that you value them. Avoid letting the other person make you feel guilty.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Too much moisture or high humidity can promote the growth of molds and mildew. Mold and mildew can be harmful to the respiratory system and may cause respiratory problems. Devices to measure humidity are widely available at any home improvement or household stores. Purchase and use a dehumidifier if your humidity levels are too high. Remember to regularly empty the water it collects from your house. Stagnant air can be harmful to breathe as it may have accumulated allergens, microbes, or other irritants. Create airflow in your house to let fresh air enter your space and allow stale air an exit. Opening a few windows is the easiest way to create airflow in your house. You may also try to place a fan, either pulling air in or pushing air out, to help increase airflow. HVAC systems may be installed in your home to greatly improve air quality. Smoking indoors will immediately introduce harmful chemicals into the air. These won't simply vanish with the smoke but will instead cling to many surfaces in the room. If you must smoke, do it outside. Smoking anywhere will harm your lungs and make breathing less efficient. Incense or other scented combustibles also release smoke and reduce the air quality in your home. House plants are a great and easy way to improve the quality of air in your house. Plants absorb many chemicals in the air that humans cannot breath, such as carbon dioxide, and release oxygen that we need. Some plants are more efficient at this than others, review the list and pick your favorites: Aloe vera. Spider plants. English ivy. Azaleas.
Summary:
Monitor moisture levels in your house. Make sure your house is properly ventilated. Avoid smoking. Get some house plants.