You can help make your attic less inviting by removing easily accessible food sources from the exterior of your home and your yard. Keep your trash cans secured, avoid keeping any pet food accessible outside, and pick up any fruit or nuts that have fallen from trees in your yard. Contrary to what many think, these methods won't get rid of animals living in your attic or keep them away, especially raccoons and mice. Additionally, mothballs are carcinogens that can cause a potentially harmful environment for humans when not handled properly. It may be impossible to eliminate squirrels from your property, especially if you live in a wooded area or value your trees, but you can provide a comfy alternative to your attic in hopes that they choose the nest that's easier to reach.

Summary: Remove food sources. Skip the mothballs, ammonia, and noise machines. Put up a squirrel nesting box on your property.

At the top-right corner of the panel list, you'll see a down arrow (right beside the Hangout list search bar). Click this down arrow and the Hangouts option will be displayed. On the Hangouts options, click on "Archived Hangouts." This will display the list of all the archived Hangouts you have. Click the Hangout you want to view from the list and it will open up in a small chat box at the bottom of the screen.

Summary: Access the Hangout options. Go to the Archive Hangouts list. Open the archived Hangout.

Send a short message directly to the company's Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter account and ask about the possibility of becoming a brand ambassador. Focus on the kinds of companies you often see mentioned in sponsored posts. If they work with other influencers, chances are they'll be interested in working with you, as well. Don't expect a company to be the one to reach out to you unless you already have an impressive social media following. Assuming you fit the bill for what the company is looking for, they'll message you back and follow up with details on how to get started. As a brand ambassador, your job will be to sell your followers on a particular product or service. If you don't genuinely stand behind what you're advertising, they'll feel like they're getting a spiel rather than a personal recommendation from someone whose opinions they trust. Most sponsor companies allow their brand ambassadors to test out their products and services (such as a new clothing line or meal subscription service) free of charge so they can talk about them with more authority. Pushing something in a way that feels forced (or overly forceful) could cost you followers. Your contact within the company will typically give you some guidelines on how they want sponsored posts to be structured. They may request that you depict a featured product in a certain way, for instance, or include specific hashtags in the accompanying caption. If you enjoy your biggest following on Instagram or YouTube, you'll take photos or videos of yourself using one the company's products, along with attention-grabbing captions explaining to your followers why they should try it for themselves. On platforms like Facebook or Twitter, your sponsored content may be based around longer posts describing your experiences in detail. Once you've satisfied the company's basic criteria, you'll have quite a bit of freedom over how you choose to present your posts. Companies work with influencers because of the sway they have with a given audience, which means you're encouraged to do things your way. Get in the habit of putting up new content on a consistent basis. This might mean monthly, weekly, or even daily, depending on the nature of your arrangement with your sponsor. If you're getting paid by the post, more content means more money in your pocket. The company might ask you to make strategically-timed posts to coincide with sales or ongoing marketing campaigns, or they may leave the frequency to your discretion. Invite your followers to ask questions or share their own experiences with a particular product in the comments section of your post. Then, take the time to respond to as many comments as you can. Interacting with your following directly may influence their decision to give the goods you're promoting a shot. Tag your followers in your responses or mention them by name to address them on a more personal level. Continue racking up subscribers as you fill your page with inspired, quality content. If your profile is currently set to private, consider making it public. The more eyes you manage to get on your posts, the more money your sponsor will make. Getting follows from high-profile users is a great way to direct more traffic to your page. Make it a point to connect with other successful influencers. Not only will this expand your network, it will also give you a list of helpful examples to look to.

Summary: Get in touch with the company you're interested in promoting. Only represent brands you actually use and like. Post engaging content to your preferred social media platform. Stick to a regular posting schedule. Get your audience involved. Build as large a following as possible.

If you have a bit of downtime, meal prepping is a great way to use it. When you plan and prepare your meals ahead of time, you are less likely to choose unhealthy options like fast or junk food. Browse interesting recipes on Pinterest and compile a grocery list to take with you shopping. Ask your roommate, partner, or children to help you. This will help you get the task done faster. Plus, you'll have more fun as you work together. Regular physical activity delivers an energy boost and keeps your mind alert. You already know you should exercise a few days a week. But if you plop down on the couch to watch TV first, you're unlikely to get moving later. Make exercise a priority by using your leisure time to support your physical and mental well-being. Allot at least 30 minutes to running, walking, biking or some other preferred activity. You can even turn on some music and shake your hips as you cook or clean your home. Even if you are not currently stressed, you can positively influence your well-being by practicing self-care. Too often, you may relegate yourself to the bottom of your priority list. Creating a self-care toolbox helps you gather relaxing activities so they are at reach when you need a refresh. Stock your self-care toolbox with items and activities that rejuvenate your mind and body. You might include scented candles and lotions, bubble bath or salts, a coloring book, a novel, a knitting project, or your favorite movie. You might wonder what cleaning has to do with health. A clean home can offer you mental health benefits because you aren't stressed about where things are. However, if you suffer from allergies or other chronic conditions, cleaning your home regularly can reduce unpleasant symptoms. Also, cleaning offers you the chance to move your body and get your heart rate up. Use natural cleaning products to reduce your exposure to toxins to further benefit your overall health and well-being.
Summary: Find some healthy recipes you'd like to try. Exercise. Stock your self-care toolbox. Tidy your home.