Problem: Article: When you get stressed out due to working too much, having family troubles or experiencing some kind of trauma, the body reacts by releasing a hormone called cortisol. In addition to causing a host of health issues, cortisol causes you to gain fat around the middle of your body, leading to love handles. You can probably think of dozens of things that are stressing you out right now. To get rid of the handles, you've got to get rid of the stress! Figure out what's putting strain on your system and take measures to improve your situation. See if you can reduce the activity in your schedule so you're a little less busy. Having back to back activities from morning until night causes a lot of stress. If you're experiencing a stress caused by a situation that's out of your control, work on handling the stress in healthy ways through meditation, yoga, running, journaling, or another activity that calms your mind. Staying up too late is hard on your body and mind, and results in cortisol overproduction and weight gain around the middle. Getting better sleep is often an overlooked key to weight loss, but it can make a big difference. Start sleeping 7 - 8 hours per night, every night. Going to bed at the same time each night and waking up at the same time in the morning puts your body on a consistent schedule and helps eliminate stress. Stop using bright screens thirty minutes before you go to sleep. If you have trouble sleeping, make sure your sleeping environment is sufficiently dark and quiet. Leave your electronic devices in another room when you go to bed so you won't be tempted to check email during the night. Dehydration is another stressor on the body. Many of us are dehydrated without realizing it. Start drinking several liters of water a day, and more on hot days or when you exercise, to make sure your body is sufficiently hydrated. Drink a big glass of water first thing in the morning, before you have your morning caffeine. Buy a liter-sized water bottle and plan to drink two bottles' worth every day. This helps prevent a blood sugar spike, too many of which can lead to weight gain around the middle. If you want to get ride of your love handles, eat regular, small meals, stopping around 8:00 at night. Giving your body a break from eating from evening til morning, then eating a good breakfast followed by a healthy lunch and dinner, is the best way to lose those love handles. Alcohol leads to blood sugar swings, which are hard on the system and lead to the storage of belly fat. Stay away from sugary alcohol drinks altogether. When you do drink, choose a low sugar drink, such as wine, and limit yourself to a drink or two no more than twice a week. One serving of alcohol is equal to five ounces of wine, twelve ounces of beer, or 1.5 ounces of liquor. Two or fewer servings a day are recommended for men while one or fewer a day is recommended for women.
Summary: Relieve your stress. Get better sleep. Drink more water. Eat regular meals. Don't drink too much alcohol.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It can be easy to feel shame, anger, or self-hatred when you encounter homophobia. You might hate yourself for being who you are, or wish that you were heterosexual so that, perhaps then, you would have an easier time of it. It's understandable to turn these feelings inward, but you shouldn't. Homophobia is a societal problem, and it can only be solved with information, self-awareness, and acceptance. Although it may be difficult to know that everyone from religious groups and conservative politics do not support who you are, this pain can be eased by having a few people who continuously show you love and support. Identify those precious people in your life - classmates, coworkers, close friends, or relatives - who are there for you, or who may be going through a similar ordeal. Spend as much time with these people as possible. It can be very helpful to join a local support group for gays, lesbians, and bisexuals. Participating in such groups can help you feel less alone and learn practical solutions for dealing with homophobia. Taking action to spread awareness about homophobia may help you feel worthwhile and cope with facing discrimination in your own life. Search for advocacy groups to become a member in your geographic area and make a difference today. If you have recently come out as gay, or are dealing with bullying or discrimination at school or work, it can be immensely helpful to talk to a therapist or counselor. This professional can help you process this confusing time in your life and maybe even help you develop strategies for reacting to homophobia. A family therapist may be able to help you address homophobic feelings of close relatives.

SUMMARY: Don't take it personally. Find support. Join an advocacy group. See a mental health counselor.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: This catapult uses the same basic supplies as the catapult from Method 1, but uses torsion, or twisting force, to propel its payload. This catapult is also quick to build and a lot of fun to fire! 10 standard (4.5") craft sticks 4-5 elastic bands 1 bottle cap A hot glue gun and glue stick Ammunition: small marshmallows, beans, and pencil erasers are all great choices! This will form the fulcrum of your catapult. Stack 5 craft sticks together and secure with rubber bands at both ends. Align one craft stick perpendicular to the stack and center it, leaving 1/3" hanging below the stack. Attach the throwing arm to the stack with 1-2 elastic bands, wrapped in a crisscross pattern. The more secure the attachment, the more spring you will get from your catapult. Arrange the catapult so the stack of craft sticks is laying on the table, and the throwing arm is sticking up. Add a small dab of hot glue to each end of the stack and glue a craft stick to each end. Add another dab of glue to the end of each support you just added, and use an additional craft stick to attach the two ends, creating a rectangular base. This step is optional, but will add additional stability and power to your craft stick catapult. Cut or break off a 2-inch piece of craft stick. Add a dab of hot glue to the middle of the support beam that is parallel to the fulcrum stack, and attach the piece of craft stick. Thread an elastic band over the throwing arm, and pull the end under the base of the catapult and secure it to the craft stick stub you just created. Add a small dab of hot glue to the end of the throwing arm, and press the bottle cap into the glue, holding it in place for a few seconds while the glue cools. Load your ammunition of choice into the bottle cap. Hold the catapult frame securely to the table with one hand. Pull down on the lever arm with the other hand, and then let go! This catapult should have a longer range and more accuracy than the basic craft stick catapult in Method 1.
Summary:
Gather your supplies. Create one stack of craft sticks. Add the throwing arm to the catapult. Build the base of the catapult. Reinforce the throwing arm. Attach the bottle cap to the throwing arm. Fire away!