INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It is important to first identify the specific behaviors you engage in that you think are destructive to you before attempting to change them. Self-destructive behaviors can be anything that harms your physical self or your psyche. Compile a list of all of your self-defeating behaviors that you'd like to change. Any of the following qualify as self-destructive behaviors: self-harm (cutting, picking, hitting/punching, scratching, hair-pulling), compulsions (gambling, overeating, substance use, risky sex, excessive shopping), neglect (not paying attention to your needs, health, refusing help), and thoughts/behaviors that cause psychological harm (pessimism, being overly needy, denying responsibility, allowing others to treat you poorly). There are too many types of self-destructive behaviors to list them all here, so attempt to explore your life and behaviors for all tendencies that you have that harm you in some way. Do you drown your shame, remorse, and guilt by succumbing to substance use and abuse, such as alcohol or drug abuse, or nicotine use? Write down all of the specific self-destructive patterns that you have. You can keep a journal and list each one there. If you are unsure about what some of your patterns might be, ask family members or friends if they can point out any behaviors that they think you do that are potentially harmful. Some studies suggest that individuals may engage in self-injurious behaviors in order to distract themselves from painful thoughts or emotions. For each self-destructive behavior you have written down, identify a reason for why you engage in this behavior. For example, there are many reasons you might drink alcohol to excess such as: wanting to fit in, feeling insecure, wanting to relax or reduce stress, and desiring to have fun. Think about how the behavior benefits you. Identify why each behavior is negative. For example, if you find that your alcohol use is destructive, identify the bad things that have happened in the past when you drank too much. This list might include: blacking out, feeling hungover, making bad decisions, hurting the people you love, and engaging in illegal activities. Write down how you feel after dealing with these consequences such as angry, sad, guilty, or shameful. Keep a journal of when you engage in self-destructive actions. Identify the event, as well as your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors (whether self-destructive or not). Simply keep a log of any self-destructive behaviors you engage in and notice what patterns of events, thoughts, and feelings emerge. For example, if smoking cigarettes is one of your self-destructive behaviors your list might include positives such as it helps calm you down and is relatively social, and negatives might involve issues such as significant risks to your health, the addictive nature of cigarettes, the high cost of cigarettes, and medical costs. Identify the advantages of making a change. Based on your assessment of your self-destructive tendencies, identify the positives and negatives of changing each specific problem behavior. This will help you decide which behaviors are most important to prioritize.

SUMMARY: Define your tendencies. Understand why you engage in self-destructive behaviors. Determine the consequences. Track your behaviors.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You must sign up for Picisto before you can combine photos using this service. The photo will upload and display on the Picisto site. Alternately, you can choose to upload a photo from Facebook, Instagram, URL, or webcam. This photo will display to the right of your first photo. " Picisto will display a message saying your photo was saved successfully. " Your pictures will now be combined and saved into one solo image.

SUMMARY: Navigate to the Picisto website at http://www.picisto.com/. Click on "Signup" at the top right corner, then follow the on-screen instructions to create a free account. Click on "Side by Side" after logging into Picisto. Click on "Upload / Choose Photo," then click "Browse" to select the first photo you want used. Click on "Upload / Choose Photo" again, then click "Browse" to select the second photo. Scroll to the bottom of your photo and click "Finish and Save Photo. Scroll to the bottom of your photo and click on "Download. Select the option to "save" the photo to your desktop.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A central air conditioner is the most expensive and difficult-to-install option, but it can cool your entire home. A central air unit will cost you between $3,000 and $7,000. On top of this, you'll also have to spend money on a pre-installation evaluation of your home, any necessary modification or installation of ductwork, and the actual installation of the unit. During this evaluation, a qualified HVAC professional will check your home's ductwork to make sure it can handle the airflow of a modern air conditioner. They will also look for places where air leaks from your home, and determine the cooling capacity that is needed to properly cool your home. Call or visit a local trade organization for a list of qualified evaluators. Ask friends and neighbors for contractor referrals. You can also ask for a list of contractors from a local trade organization. Ask potential contractors for a list of customer references who can testify to the quality of their work. Ask contractors for price estimates for the installation. Be sure to receive a written, itemized list of the price estimate before the contractor starts the installation. Try to schedule the installation of your central air system during the spring or fall. Since these periods are the off-seasons for HVAC contractors, you may be able to find a lower price.

SUMMARY:
Buy a central air conditioner to cool your entire home. Schedule a pre-installation evaluation. Find a licensed contractor to install your central air system.