Problem: Article: Even if the emotions you experience seem scary or odd, go where they lead you. We grow from taking chances. Yes, sometimes, the chances we take do not always work out. But, remember that you are braver for having taken the chance. Don't push away the good feelings you get because of fear. Invite them in. Tons of poems and songs have been written about this beautiful feeling. You may find yourself consumed by new love and this is natural. Have fun with that new "crush" and enjoy the natural high. Do not dismiss the fun part of falling in love, but also be aware that these feelings usually die down a bit. Also, know that that's not always a bad thing. Love tends to start out all sunshine and unicorns but at some point in order for it to last it needs to change. Long-lasting and abiding love means getting to know another person, flaws and all. It's completely normal for a relationship to be in the honeymoon phase for many months or even years before you two experience any difficulties. Getting to know another person and accepting them 100% are two very different things. The initial attraction may fizzle as you figure out your partner does that one thing you can't stand. It's OK to know your deal breakers, but it's also OK to watch a new relationship grow stronger as you find yourself more attracted to the person you are getting to know. At first it may be scary so take it at face value. Give yourself time apart to not be vulnerable if you need to. Not every minute together has to be some deep exercise in being vulnerable. You can just enjoy each other but make special efforts to give a potential partner access to parts of your life and past you don't normally share. Use your judgment for how much is appropriate to share depending on how long or how deep your connection is. It can be fun to ask a potential spouse to try a new hobby or attend an event that is special to you so he or she can see a different side of you. At some point it's time to stop trying to impress your partner and just be loved for who you are deep down. Part of being afraid of love is not feeling like you are worthy of love unless you are an ideal version of yourself. If the relationship is going to last, your mate has to see the real you. When you're true to yourself, it's much easier for you to behave in ways that allow you to build intimacy with your partner, research shows. Hiding behind a mask makes it harder to forge a deeper connection. While you should always stay open to change and growth, this means embracing your natural quirks and flaws. Show your partner that side of you that you think is hideous or weird. If he or she is a good match, you will likely be loved all the more for being your true self.
Summary: Embrace the feelings love brings. Recognize that feelings do change over time. Practice being vulnerable. Dare to be yourself with a potential suitor.

Problem: Article: Once you are accepted to become a beta tester, appreciate the unique demands that hardware testing faces. Remember that software can be shared with nearly countless people all at once, updated to address issues almost immediately, and then shared again for further testing. Expect hardware to face much more limiting logistics. Because of this, aim to meet the company's expectations of you as a tester to ensure that they select you for future tests. Remember: Only so many units of the hardware can be manufactured and set aside specifically for testing. Because of this, fewer testers can be utilized, which means there is a greater chance that issues with the product may be overlooked. Hardware tests are usually shorter than software tests, which means there is less time to spot and resolve problems. Provide as much feedback as possible to the company and impress them with your thoroughness. With each product, concentrate on one feature or function at a time and try to use it in every way possible. Explore as many as you can, if not all, in the time allotted by the company. For example, if you are issued a smartphone, don't limit yourself to how it functions as a phone. Test the following and more: Wifi and cellular connectivity Camera functions Battery power Video playback Installation, performance, and upgrades of apps Durability Understand that the company is most likely working on a tight timeline to complete this beta test. Regularly check their preferred form of contact (phone, email, texts, forums) for any updates and changes to the test's schedule and/or focus. Update them about your progress frequently. Explain your results clearly and in full to prevent unnecessary back-and-forths to clarify this or that point. Send digital photos or screenshots so they can see the issue for themselves without anything being lost in translation. Take note of any clarification they ask for after you submit reports. Refer to this when writing future reports so you know what info to include in order to save them time. Bear in mind that you are testing a piece of hardware that is most likely protected by proprietary rights. Expect to have to sign a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) or similar paperwork that legally binds you to silence about some or all of the testing process. Bite your tongue and refrain from sharing any information about the test. When in doubt about whether or not a certain aspect is protected by the NDA, assume it is and zip it. Keep this in mind when applying to test hardware with new companies. Refer to any previous NDAs that you have signed before listing your prior experience as a beta tester. Don't shoot yourself in the foot by breaking that previous contract and advertising yourself as untrustworthy to your potential new employer.
Summary: Understand the difference between hardware and software testing. Test as many features as you can. Communicate effectively. Honor their privacy.

Problem: Article: Pour the oil into a large skillet and warm it up using medium heat. Canola oil works well, but you can also use sunflower oil or safflower oil. All three are good choices because they contribute very little additional taste and have a high smoke point. Give the oil 1 or 2 minutes to become hot before pressing forward. After the oil becomes notably glossy, add the butter to the pan. Once it begins to sizzle, stir it into the hot oil already coating the pan. Let the butter melt completely before moving to the next step. You could also use margarine instead of butter, but butter will have a richer taste. Sprinkle a small amount of salt and pepper over both sides of each fish. A little will go a long way. Brook trout has a slightly more delicate flavor than other types of trout, so many prefer to cook the trout in a way that brings out the flavor of the fish without adding many competing flavors. For that reason, you should avoid using too many herbs or spices when seasoning brook trout. Use brook trout that has been cleaned, dried, and boned. You can remove the heads and tails or keep them on. Additionally, you can keep the scales and skin on, since the skin can be crispy and flavorful, especially when pan-fried. Once the trout turns light brown on the bottom side, carefully turn it over with a spatula and continue cooking on the other side. Each side should only cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Test the fish for doneness by flaking it with a fork. If the trout flakes apart easily and is opaque inside, the fish is done. Transfer the fish to a plate. Split the fish in half and serve. Stick a fork into the area where the dorsal fin is. Lift and slide along the backbone area, splitting the fish apart and opening it up. If you did not remove the bones before cooking the trout, splitting the fish open should reveal the bones. The bones should appear on one side and can be lifted out with your fingers.
Summary: Heat the oil. Add the butter. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Cook the trout for 4 to 6 minutes. Serve warm.

Problem: Article: What days of the week are you home late? Chances are you are too tired to even think about cooking, let alone shopping for food! What days are you home a little earlier, or maybe working from home? Consider cooking extra on these days. For example: have a rice dish on Tuesday and a fried rice dish on Thursday, made with the leftover rice. Monday: salad. Tuesday: chicken curry with rice. Wednesday: mashed potatoes, peas and a pork chop. Thursday: fried rice with vegetables and fish. Friday: soup and a sandwich. Saturday: dinner date (yes, you can still eat out if you want!) Sunday: treat yourself to a three course meal.
Summary:
Take a writing pad and a pen. Think about your schedule: Browse your recipe books. Make a draft like this: Put your meal plan on your fridge.