Q: If you're using sage for seasoning, it's best to crumble it. Rub each leaf separately, continuing until all of the sage is ready for storage. If you are using the sage to form a sage bundle, keep the leaves whole. You could use a jar, tupperware container, or ziplock bag. Make sure that the seal doesn't have any leaks, as moisture from the air could ruin the batch. You can store the sage in a pantry, cabinet, or in the refrigerator. If you use a clear jar, place it in the dark to preserve the color of your sage.
A: Crumble the sage by rolling it between your fingers. Transfer the dried sage to an airtight container. Place the container in a cool, dry area.

Q: As soon as the dog is moved to safety, check to see if it is breathing. To do so, watch its chest to see if it is rising and falling. If there is no movement, it is not breathing and you should perform artificial respiration, which is where you assist the dog in breathing. You may also need to perform artificial respiration if the dog has labored breathing, is unconscious, or shows other signs of respiratory suppression, like blue or pale-colored gums, or a staring expression. To perform artificial respiration, first lay the dog on its side on a flat surface, pulling the neck and head forward (as long as the dog has no neck or back injuries). Next, open the dog's mouth and pull its tongue forward with your fingers. Clear any debris from the dog's mouth that may be preventing it from breathing or causing it to choke. Once you have removed any debris, close the dog's mouth. You may need to remove the muzzle for this step. Be careful even if the dog is unconscious, as it could wake up at any moment. Put the muzzle back on once you have cleared its mouth of debris. After reapplying the muzzle, inhale and place your mouth over the dog's nose, forming an airtight seal around it. Exhale into the dog's nose. Exhale just enough so that the chest expands. You will have to exhale harder for larger dogs and more gently for smaller dogs. Lift the dog's chin while you are doing this so its throat is straight. Remove your mouth from the dog's nose after you exhale and allow the dog's chest to deflate. After the dog's chest deflates, check to see if it has a pulse. The dog's heart can still be beating even if it is not breathing. If you cannot find a pulse, you should start chest compressions immediately. Check for a pulse by placing two fingers on the inside of the dog's rear thigh. If there is another person present, have them help you resuscitate the dogone of you will perform chest compressions while the other continues artificial respiration. Have one person perform three chest compressions after every time you exhale into the dog's nose. If you are alone, do five chest compressions for every breath. Use the following procedures to perform chest compressions: For small dogs (30 pounds or less): Lay the dog on its side on a flat surface. Place one hand on top of the other, interlocking your fingers. Place the palm of the bottom hand on the rib cage, over the dog's heart. Press down, compressing the chest about one inch. Squeeze and release this hold steadily at a rate of 80 to 100 compressions per minute. For large dogs (over 30 pounds): Lay the dog on its side on a flat surface. Place one hand on top of the other, interlocking your fingers. Place the bottom hand over the widest part of the dog's rib cage (not necessarily over the heart). Push down on the rib cage, keeping your arms straight. Compress the chest about one quarter of its width. Continue to squeeze and release rhythmically at a rate of around 80 compressions per minute. You may need to repeat this process 15 to 20 times per minute (or one breath every three seconds, on average) to get the dog breathing normally. When the dog starts to fight the process or you notice its gums are returning to their normal color, the dog's breathing is improving and you can stop artificial respiration.
A: Check to see if the dog is breathing. Lay the dog on its side. Clear any debris from inside the dog's mouth. Breath into the dog's nose. Remove your mouth. Check for a pulse. Start chest compressions if there is no heart beat. Repeat this process.

Q: Doubt and guilt are considered the hallmarks of OCD. Doubts can arise about every situation, topic, event, or person and these doubts are often futile in resolving. Guilt can also play a major role in OCD. You may feel personally responsible for things that had nothing to do with you and constantly find yourself thinking, "If only." Remind yourself that you are responsible for yourself, and you generally do the best you can. Especially after a relapse, you may feel many negative emotions. Don't ignore the emotions, but don't dwell on the feelings either, as they can contribute to OCD. If you find yourself feeling doubtful ("Did I do everything I could? Am I really sane? Will I become a criminal? Can I really get to the other side of OCD?"), address these feelings. Say to yourself, "I have doubts about this situation. Is this coming from me or from OCD?" The same is true for guilt. You may experience a period of time with no OCD triggers, then suddenly experience obsessions once again. After the obsessions re-emerge, you may feel a need to complete compulsive behaviors, and this is considered a lapse. A relapse, however, involves absolute or rigid thinking following the re-emergence of obsessions, such as, "All my therapy is wasted, I must now engage my obsessions and compulsions." This type of rigid thinking is associated with a relapse. For example, a person with contamination fears may be triggered by using a dirty public restroom and begin washing compulsions as a result of the distress. This is a lapse. Anticipate what situations will trigger lapses or setbacks into obsessive thoughts or fears. If you know you will experience heightened distress (like you will be around many people and may begin to have a contamination fear), plan for intrusive thoughts. Recognize that the thoughts are a result of the stress and a part of OCD. Having intrusive thoughts is not a failure. Say to yourself, "I know this is a stressful situation, and that obsessive thoughts or fears may happen. Even if they do, it does not mean that I am failing." After you've identified a lapse, assess what made you lapse and how you can prevent future lapses. You may feel triggered at a number of situations, yet having a plan to deal with these triggers is most important. Think about what worked during treatment and try that on your own. When triggered, expose yourself to the fear, stop yourself from engaging in rituals, get through the anxiety, and repeat the process. Say to yourself, "This is stressful, but I know I can handle this. This fear exposure can help me work past my anxieties and not need to perform a ritual." Remind yourself that nobody is perfect and to not set too high a bar for yourself. You may forget medication here or there, or begin to give into obsessive thinking. Instead of beating yourself up or putting yourself down for getting off track, refocus your efforts to start again. There's no need to guilt or shame yourself. Forgive yourself and get back on track. If you have a rigid approach to treatment and success, it can backfire. Recognize that obsessions won't go entirely away and you may experience triggers and fears.
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Address feelings of doubt and guilt. Understand the difference between a lapse and a relapse. Plan for lapses. Manage lapses. Expect recovery to be imperfect.