Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Practice meditation. Incorporate exercise into your spiritual life. Create reflective spaces. Investigate alternative states of consciousness. Visit sacred places. Investigate yourself!

Answer: Meditation can help deeply probe your sense of self, still anxiety, and clear your mind. It is a technique for directing attention and refining how one focuses on their self. Meditation doesn't have to be performed while cross-legged on the bare ground; modifications such as walking meditation exist, and many religions have their own form of self-contemplation. Yoga can add a physical component to contemplation and can help you in clarifying your spiritual goals. There are many different variations on meditation. They can be learned and practiced in social settings, whether they be spiritual meetups or regularly-meeting meditation groups led by an expert. These meetups are often free to attend, or ask for a small donation. The body is understood by some religions to be a temple for the spirit, so maintaining your temple makes sense from a spiritual standpoint. More than that, though, regular exercise can elevate our mental capabilities, helping to relieve mild depression and promote positive thinking. A holistic and balanced approach to life, including exercise, can keep one involved in and attuned to the world, increase mindfulness, and improve quality of life. Exercise needn't be exhausting. Moderate exercise, spread out throughout the week, can keep one's body fit and in shape. Reflective, quiet spaces in which to contemplate life can shield you from a daily intake of information and stress. College campuses and work places incorporate aspects of nature, movement and rhythm, quietness, and relaxation in order to improve mindfulness and groundedness. Creating a comfortable space in your home, office, or dorm that you can visit in order to unpack the day's events can promote your spiritual well-being Reflective spaces may incorporate images, icons, and posters, smells (such as incense or flowers), and either silence or meditative music. Recent research in psychoactive plants (such as psilocybin mushrooms, DMT, and marijuana) indicates that they may promote openness and a more accepting personality after even one use. These sorts of plants, most generally associated with shamanism and 60's counterculture, contain drugs that are the subject of intense pharmaceutical research due to their ability to positively influence thought patterns and relieve chronic stress. Educated use of psychoactives may improve or add to spiritual practices and understandings. Many of these plants are illegal to possess or cultivate in the United States. Psychedelic drugs are notorious for carrying the risk of a "bad trip," which may spiritually confuse or disorient users. Psychoactives can still be largely beneficial when used in a sparing, informed, and limited capacity. Sacred places are often historically significant locations that hosted important religious events or practices. Sacred places include a range of sites, many of which are visited heavily throughout the year (such as Stonehenge or the Vatican), others of which may be interesting to historians only (such as certain cathedrals). Sacred places are often grand in scale and communicate a feeling of the sublime to visitors. In being unordinary, sacred places can help cement spiritual understanding in your life, as well as deepen your appreciation for history. Some sacred places are associated with sacred events, such as the Hajj. It may make more sense to time your visit with religious calendars. Continue to monitor how your practice and research impact your thinking. The mindfulness journal is an important spiritual tool--it keeps you in touch with your findings, your doubts, and new aspects of your beliefs and location in the world. Notice if negative thinking is increased or decreased as you explore, and change what and how you explore based on these changes. The spiritual journey is there to serve you, and though it may not be comfortable at times, you should be able to see how it is improving your relationship to yourself, others, and your sense of compassion.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use over-the-counter treatments. Apply topical prescription treatments. Try acne therapy.

Answer: There are many over-the-counter acne creams, washes, and lotions, which all typically clean out pores by removing oil and dead skin. The most common over-the-counter acne product ingredients include: Benzoyl peroxide - this compound kills bacteria, removes some excess oil, and sloughs off dead skin cells, effectively protecting open pores from dirt and bacterial infections. Salicylic acid - this mild acid helps protect pores from becoming clogged. Alpha hydroxy acids - these compounds, which typically include glycolic acid and lactic acid, help exfoliate the skin by removing dead skin cells and stimulating new skin growth. Sulphur - this chemical element helps exfoliate the skin and remove some excess oil from the skin. Over-the-counter treatments are often effective in treating mild to moderate cases of acne. In more serious cases of acne, your doctor or dermatologist may recommend a prescription-strength acne medication. The most common topical acne prescriptions include: Retinoids - this class of chemical compounds are derived from vitamin A, which helps promote new skin growth. Retinoid-based medications are typically used in the evening, and may be applied three times weekly, working up to daily use, depending on the severity of acne symptoms. Antibiotics - antibiotics work to kill bacteria that persists on skin and in pores, and may reduce redness and inflammation associated with acne. The frequency of antibiotic use will depend on the severity of your acne. Follow your doctor's instructions when it comes to using antibiotics. Dapsone (Aczone) - this gel kills bacteria on the skin and helps keep pores clean. Dapsone is typically applied twice daily in adults, and is not recommended for children. Your doctor or dermatologist may give you different dosage instructions, and you should follow any instructions from your doctor. In cases of severe acne where prescription medications are not effective, some dermatologists may recommend more aggressive therapy treatments. Some of these therapy treatments are also used to treat acne scars. Common therapy methods include: Light therapy - this method involves using light from various parts of the spectrum to kill bacteria that can cause acne flareups. Blue-light therapy can be performed at home without a doctor's supervision, while other types of light therapy require a doctor to administer the therapy. Chemical peel - this method involves the application of a chemical solution to aggressively treat acne. Salicylic acid is a common chemical used in chemical peel procedures. Extraction of whiteheads/blackheads - in this invasive method of treatment, a dermatologist uses specialized tools to surgically remove whiteheads and blackheads that have not responded to other topical treatments. Extraction methods should only be performed by a dermatologist in a controlled medical environment. Steroid injections - this method involves treating acne lesions by directly injecting a prescription-strength steroid into the lesion.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be prepared to bring your pet home. Create a pleasant and safe space. Be aware the best food for a guinea pig is grass or good quality hay. Keep her clean. Maintain his health. Know the costs.

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Before you bring your guinea pig to your house for the first time, make sure that you have everything you need. Take care to have a comfortable home created for them. You should also have plenty of food on hand for your new companion. A good water bottle is one of the most important items you will need for your new pet. Ask the pet store to recommend a brand. A good water bottle will provide your guinea pig with the supply of fresh and clean water they need without any leaks. Most cages that are marketed for guinea pigs are too small. You should look for a larger cage that is at least 7.5 square feet. This might mean that you purchase a cage that is intended for another animal. That's okay, don't worry about the name of the product. If you can't find an appropriate cage, you can make your own. A good suggestion could be a C&C cage, which is spacious and affordable. Plus, you can customise the cage! Make it interesting. Guinea pigs like to move around, so try to find a cage that includes ramps and different levels. Include bedding. Guinea pigs like to nest and burrow, so make sure that they have the material to do so. Pine and cedar shavings, though widely sold, are not good for small animals, because of chemicals. Instead, ask the pet store for a paper-based bedding product, or use fleece with some type of absorbent liner underneath. Feed this as the number one constituent of the diet. Also, you can offer a small amount (no more than they can eat in 20 minutes) of good quality extruded food. The latter is a pellet that is milled so that each nugget looks identical which stops the guinea pig from selectively eating the tasty bits and leaving the healthier parts. Feeding a diet of entirely pellets leads either to obesity or to the guinea pig's teeth overgrowing. Your guinea pig should be eating a few servings of vegetables and fruits each day. Guinea pigs cannot produce Vitamin C so you must supplement their diet, as pellets are not enough. Some pig-safe vegetables are kale, romaine lettuce, carrot, celery (strings removed) spinach, parsley, and cilantro. Keep in mind that some different vegetables will have different limitations on how much you can feed them per week. Fruits are sugary but can be fed once every week. Apples (seeds removed), blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, banana, oranges, peaches (pits removed) and cherry (pits removed) are fruits that you can try. You can look online for more safe veggies and fruits. Remember to feed organic if you can, and always, always, always wash your vegetables and fruits thoroughly with water before feeding. Remove any food remains after 4 hours to prevent bacteria buildup. Generally, your guinea pig will be able to bathe itself. But every three months (or if she gets particularly dirty), you can bathe it. Place her in the bathroom sink, on top of a washcloth. Gently scoop room temperature water over the guinea pig and rub it in. Use a small amount of shampoo and work it into a lather in your guinea pig's fur. Then gently but thoroughly rinse. Just bathe your guinea pig's body, not her head. You don't want to get water in her eyes. Gently pat your pet dry with a clean, soft towel. Your guinea pig should see his vet once every year. Your vet can make sure that he is at a healthy weight and is not showing any signs of illness. Make sure to use a vet who thoroughly and patiently answers all of your questions. Take your guinea pig to the vet anytime they show signs of illness or significant changes in behavior. Before you bring home a guinea pig (or two) make sure that you have factored the financial costs into your budget. You'll need to purchase food, a cage, bedding, and a water bottle. Don't forget to add in occasional trips to the vet. Annual guinea pig care costs between $500-$800.