In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Understand that being a parent is a difficult task and that parenthood can be a stressful endeavor. Empathizing with the difficulties of parenthood can help you better understand and therefore please your own parents. While parenting can be a fulfilling task for many, it can also be stressful especially during the early years. Your parents worked hard to raise you, so show them love and appreciation in return. Psychological studies indicate parents are happier when they view their children as center to their lives, and the idea of being a parent as a key part of their identity. If you feel this is the case with your parents, keep that in mind. While you may have your own life, social group, and romantic interests to keep track of, your parents probably still view you as an essential component to their happiness. Try to understand this and keep them filled in on your personal and professional life. They're as invested in your happiness and success as you are. Regular communication is key to keeping your parents happy and making them feeling included in your life and your decisions. Talk to your parents when you've having a problem, but also talk to them when that problem is resolved. Your parents like to feel needed, even if you're an adult or young adult. Talking to them to vent or ask for advice helps them feel included in your life and decisions. However, do not only open up when something is wrong. This will feel like a one-sided relationship. Make sure to stop by and talk once the problem is resolved Fill them in on your day-to-day life when you see them. Talking need not always be in response to a major life event or emergency. Simple chatting is also key to a strong, healthy relationship with your parents that will keep them happy. If you live at home, make sure to talk to your parents at meals or after work or school. Answer their questions with more than just a "yes" or "no" answer and ask them about their day as well. Communication should go both ways, and your parents will feel happy if they feel like you're invested in knowing about their lives as well. If you've moved out of your parents place but are still in the same town, find time to visit. Having a weekly dinner is a helpful way to assure regular visits. You can go out to eat or volunteer to cook. Your parents will appreciate having a meal prepared rather than having to go to the trouble themselves. Another great weekly ritual can be a movie or TV night. If there's a show you all enjoy, you can plan on taking time to watch it together each week. If there's a movie theater nearby, you could make a point of seeing a show every Sunday afternoon or Tuesday night. Spontaneous visits can also be a great way to please your parents. If you find yourself with nothing to do on a Friday night, stop by your parents place after dinner. If you know your dad has a long lunch break Wednesdays, stop by the house to say "Hi." Your parents will appreciate you occasionally helping them out with chores or other tasks around the house. Do some basic household chores. Try to do so without being asked first. Something simple, like taking out the garbage or doing the dishes, can be a big help if your parents have had a busy day or week. When fall or spring rolls around, volunteer to help out with the yard work. Bagging leaves, mowing the lawn, and watering the garden are all tasks your parents might need help with, especially if they're getting older. Pay for meals once in awhile. If you're financially secure, try to pick up the bill for a family dinner now and again. Even if your parents don't need to save money, they'll appreciate it on principle. You're doing something nice for them to show them you care.
Summary: Strive for empathy. Communicate regularly. Find time to visit. Help out when you can.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The independence that comes with your ability to earn your own income, start your own bank account, and buy your own property is something women have been (and still are, in some parts of the world) deprived of. Question the assumption that you need to depend on others for financial security. Take a money management course, or learn the basics online. Make a budget for yourself so that you can meet your necessary expenses. Save about 10-20% of your income. Women are less likely than men to ask for a raise. When they do ask for a raise, they ask for less money than a man typically would. Fall back on your assertiveness training and don't be afraid to ask for the raise that you deserve.
Summary: Foster financial independence, to the extent that's possible in your circumstances. Don't be afraid to ask for a raise.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Just as you would for a straightforward base oil application, comb through dry hair to work out any tangles. You hair can be just-washed or on its second or third day out from your last shampooing. Spread old towels or paper towels around to protect against oil splatter. Essential oils are too strong to apply in large amounts directly to the scalp. Even with this diluted delivery system, you may feel a strange tingling sensation in your scalp. Don't worry it's perfectly normal. It just means the essential oil is doing its work! Pour a teaspoon of your chosen carrier oil into the palm of your hand. Add 2-3 drops of your chosen essential oil. Rub your hands together to mix the oils and spread them over your palms and fingertips. If you want to make a larger batch, mix 1 tablespoon (15mL) of essential oil into .25 cups (59mL) of carrier oil. The essential oils won't be useful on the shaft and ends of your hair. You should target your scalp, follicles, and hair roots with them. Using your fingertips, massage the oils into your scalp. Remember to treat the entire scalp, not just the top of your head. Using a wide-tooth comb, comb through your hair to both detangle it. This will also spread the oil through any hairs that didn't get treated by your fingers. Split your hand down the middle so you can work with your hair in two sections, rather than tackling it all at once. Pour a teaspoon of your base/carrier oil into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together again to spread it out over your palms and fingertips. If you are using castor oil, mix teaspoon of castor oil with teaspoon of a thinner, lighter oil (like grapeseed oil). Castor oil is thick and gloopy on its own. Run your fingers and palms through your hair to transfer the oil. Begin where the essential and carrier oil treatment ends, closer to your scalp. Run your hands down to the ends of your hair. Work your way all the way through one section of hair, remembering to pay attention to the hair on the back of your head. Give the second section of hair the same treatment.
Summary:
Prepare your hair and work area. Mix your carrier and essential oil. Rub the mixture into your roots and scalp. Comb through your hair again and section it into two parts. Apply the base/carrier oil to the length of your hair.