Write an article based on this "Review your existing skills. Take an online orientation. Train in-person. Get help when you need it."
article: If you're volunteering in a field that's already a specialty of yours, you may want to refresh yourself so you're in top shape to serve the organization. So do a review! Practice swimming or first aid, or review old textbooks to make sure you know the basics of your subject. If you're teaching, try a practice lesson on friends or family members. Check your existing certifications. Many first-aid certificates expire after a few years, so you may need to renew. In some cases, before you do in-person training, you can study up on your chosen volunteer post with a course on the Red Cross's website. After you receive your volunteer placement, Google it to see if the Red Cross offers any resources online. Make sure you understand everything you learned in the orientation--if it helps, you can quiz yourself with the "knowledge check" at the end of certain sections. Review any area that you are unsure about. Bookmark the orientation when you're finished. It might be helpful later. Your local chapter will let you know what kind of learning opportunities are required, and which are optional but accessible. Most offices will be able to train you in first aid and local disaster relief, which entails responses to things like house fires and accidents. You may also have the option to get trained in national disaster relief, which involves larger-scale events like hurricanes and floods. For in-person training, be professional: arrive promptly, pay attention, and stay the whole time. Think about other training you're interested in doing, even if they don't directly pertain to your post. A well-rounded volunteer is a good volunteer. Never be afraid to get in touch with the volunteer coordinator. After all, it's their job to make sure that all volunteers are equipped to serve the Red Cross to the best of their ability. Reach out to them if you have questions about your duties, schedule, or the structure of the organization. They're there to help. If you need to cancel a shift, let the coordinator know by calling as soon as possible and saying something like "Hi, it's Ruby, I won't be able to make my normal swimming class on Tuesday due to illness. Please let me know if I can help with finding a sub." If you're feeling a little overwhelmed and want to know ways to be more effective, you can say "I've appreciated the First Aid trainings I've done with the Red Cross, but I want to learn more about how to stay mentally calm and collected during an emergency. Do you know of any books or courses that might help?"

Write an article based on this "Get your family involved. Hide the junk food. Forgive yourself. Sit down for meals. Don't skip breakfast. Get enough sleep. Take time to de-stress."
article: Most people could stand to be a little healthier. See if your family wants to get in on the action. Talk to your parents about making healthier changes for the whole family. For instance, you could say to your parents, "I don't feel like I'm at a healthy weight, and I'd like to make some changes. What do you think about getting the whole family involved? I think we could all be a little healthier." If possible, it's best to keep junk food out of your house completely. However, if other people in your house still eat it, then you obviously can't do that. You can ask them to hide it away from you, though. Maybe the rest of the family could have a special cabinet for junk food that you don't go into, or maybe they could keep special snacks in their rooms, when possible. If you can't see it, you'll be less likely to eat it. You're going to not do what you're supposed to sometimes. It's just human nature. The key is to do it in moderation. Try to do the right thing about 90 percent of the time, and you'll be fine. Beating yourself up isn't going to help the situation. It's best if you can sit down to a meal with your family, as you can all enjoy a healthy meal together. However, even just sitting down for a meal instead of eating standing up or in front of the television can help you pay attention to what you're eating and learn not to mindlessly plow through your food. If your parents aren't much into cooking, maybe you can learn a few simple, healthy meals to cook for your family once and a while. For instance, baking fish in the oven is fairly simple, and perhaps you can learn how to boil vegetables. If you're interested, ask your parents if you can take a basic cooking class. Breakfast gives you enough energy to start your day. Plus, when you eat breakfast, you won't be as hungry later. That means you won't be as tempted to snack throughout the day. Include a little bit of protein, whole grains, and a fruit or veggie if you can. For instance, try a bowl of oatmeal with some low-fat yogurt and blueberries. You could also have whole-grain toast with boiled eggs and a side of strawberries. This step is easy, though it can be hard if you're busy or a night owl. Basically, getting enough sleep can help you be healthier and lose weight. If you're in school, you need to get 9 to 11 hours every night. Let's face it, life as a kid can be tough sometimes. You've got school and friends and family to deal with. But stress can also make you gain or keep on weight. You're not going to make stress go away completely, but you can learn ways to cope with it. One way you can deal with stress is to write about it. Keep a journal, and at the end of the day, write about what's bothering you that day. Just writing it can help take a load off your mind. You can also try meditation or deep breathing. It's not as crazy as it sounds. Deep breathing is literally just taking a moment to focus on your breathing. Close your eyes. Focus only on your breathing. Breathe in slowly through your nose, counting to four in your head. Hold your breath for four counts, then breathe out slowly. Try to block out any other sensations or thoughts. Continue breathing this way for a couple of minutes until you feel yourself calming down.

Write an article based on this "Choose the right jacket. Look for fabrics with different, subtle textures. Wear a casual tank top or sweater under the blazer. Slip on a pair of dark-rinse jeans. Wear flat boots, wedges, or chunky-heeled booties."
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A velvet blazer is a timeless look that you can wear well after the velvet-revival trend has passed. Some cuts and colors will be more versatile than others, though. Jewel tones like deep reds and blues look gorgeous in velvet and carry the added bonus of transitioning seamlessly from day to night. A form-fitting, structured blazer is most versatile as far as cut goes, while a cropped velvet bomber jacket can be rocked recreationally. Vintage and thrift stores are great places to look for velvet blazers, or you can check out modern retailers Though your velvet blazer is undoubtedly a versatile piece, your go-to velvet jacket can't go with just anything. Since it has such a conspicuous texture, you need to pair it with subtler textures which will offset the velvet rather than competing with it. Cotton, wool, and cashmere are good, neutral-texture options, while shiny silk, tweed, or lace should be avoided. In order to make your velvet blazer look chic but still casual, you should wear something casual or understated underneath. A neutral camisole or tank top are always solid options for work or play, while a funky band t-shirt can add an edge to the classy, velvet vibe. Stripes are also a great way to make a look more casual without being boring. A striped sweater, tee, blouse, or tank top beneath a velvet blazer adds an interesting, sporty twist to an otherwise formal look. A velvet blazer can go with practically anything, including formal trousers, dresses, skirts, and jeans. In order to make it casual, though, you'll want to pair it with some jeans. Distressed and light colored jeans are in style, so feel free to experiment with these trendy looks. When in doubt, though, go for a solid, dark-rinse that looks appropriate in a variety of places and milieus. Boot-cut, skinny, and straight leg jeans will pair well with any blazer. Flared jeans are also making a comeback, but be aware that a dramatic flare under your velvet blazer might make your look overly vintage or costumey. Depending on your personal preference, you can top off your look with a variety of footwear. Flat combat boots or knee-highs will create a particularly laid-back feel to your ensemble, while wedges or heeled booties will add some height and polish to your look while still keeping it low-key. Platforms are back in fashion and can play up to the vintage feel of your velvet blazer without seeming overly retro or antiquated.