In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If a family member makes a financial request, don't immediately reach for your checkbook. Take some time to consider a few things before you agree or disagree to help out. For example, can you afford to help your relative? Have they asked you for assistance before, and did they follow through on paying you back? Could the situation potentially be resolved if they simply had the right resources and tools (help budgeting, etc.)? Will your relative be able to pay you back, and what will happen if they cannot or do not pay you back? Sometimes, saying no to a request may be difficult, but can save your relationship from any future resentment or hurt feelings. Money can create strains in your relationship. Saying no is sometimes the best help you can give someone. Helping someone can turn into enabling them to continue a destructive lifestyle. If this person has a history of not paying back loans or taking advantage of others financially, it's probably best to tell them no. Talking about money can be a sensitive topic, so be cautious in how you bring up financial discussions. Only ask questions that will help inform you of how to help. Don't pry into their personal problems that are irrelevant to you helping them. Show your support and let them know that you want to help, even if it isn't the way that they are requesting help. Put yourself in their shoes and think what it would be like to be in their position. What would be most helpful to them? Say, "I know you're making a request, but I'd like to know more information. What is the money going toward and will you need more money later?" If your relative promises to pay you back but tends not to, agree on a way to keep them accountable. Make it clear that you are loaning them money, not giving them money. Agree on a payment plan or other way to keep them accountable. Set dates to have money back and sign a document to make it clear to both of you what is expected. Say, "I want to help you. I can't give you money but I can loan it to you. Let's work out a plan so that you can pay me back."
Summary: Figure out their intentions. Talk to them about money problems. Keep them accountable.

Place your eggs on your counter about 30 minutes before you intend to use them. Eggs whip to a greater volume when they're at room temperature (between 68 and 70 Fahrenheit or between 20 and 25 Celsius. If you're short on time, you can place whole eggs in a bowl of warm water for 5 to 10 minutes to bring them to room temperature quickly. If you only need egg whites for your recipe, separate the eggs while they're still cold. The white and yolk will separate easier before they warm up to room temperature. Depending on your recipe, your egg whites will need to achieve either soft, firm, or stiff peaks. Soft peaks are those just starting to hold their shape. If you stop whisking and turn your whisk upside down, the peaks will hold for a second before melting back into themselves. Some recipes ask you to whip the whites to a soft peak stage before adding other ingredients, like sugar. Firm, or medium, peaks hold their shape longer than soft peaks, but they gradually lose their form, and their peaks flop over. Stiff peaks stand firm when the whisk is turned upside down. The egg white mixture will be stiff and heavy at this stage. Recipes for meringues require you to whisk or beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Never use a plastic bowl to whisk egg whites. The tiny nicks and scratches in plastic bowls can interfere with the smooth whisking of the egg whites. Chefs prefer copper bowls, because tiny amounts of copper ions combine with the egg whites and help make the egg whites more stable. Additionally, it is difficult to overbeat eggs in a copper bowl. Copper bowls are expensive, so home chefs typically use glass or stainless steel bowls. Balloon whisks are characterized by their large, round heads, useful for beating air into egg whites efficiently. Whisks with at least eight sturdy, flexible wires are best for whipping egg whites.
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One-sentence summary -- Set out the eggs. Figure out how much you need to whisk your egg whites. Select a clean, dry glass, copper, or stainless steel bowl. Choose a clean balloon whisk with many thin wires.

Q: Your doctor can run tests to determine if you have a hormonal imbalance and to detect nutrient deficiencies. An underlying nutrient deficiency may be to blame for your hormonal imbalance. For example, if you are deficient in iodine, then this may be affecting your thyroid. Birth control does more than simply halt reproduction. The pills contain synthetic hormones that are capable of balancing out high levels of estrogen and low levels of progesterone. Ask your doctor if this might be an appropriate treatment for you. Keep in mind that there are risks and potential side effects of taking birth control. Discuss these with your doctor before deciding if this is right for you. Hormone replacement therapy is the prescription equivalent of over-the-counter hormone supplements. Menopausal women are occasionally treated with doses of estrogen, progesterone, or a progestin-estrogen combination. You may have the option of taking hormones in the form of pills, a patch on the skin, a cream, or an intra-uterine device. Some common side effects of hormone replacement therapy medications may include bloating, leg cramps, breast tenderness, headaches, indigestion, mood swings, depression, back pain, and vaginal bleeding. Testosterone therapy may be an option if you are male and have low testosterone. Low testosterone in men can contribute to sleep problems, weight gain, depression, and reduced libido. If you have been experiencing these symptoms, then talk to your doctor about testosterone replacement therapy. Your doctor will need to run tests to confirm that low testosterone is the issue. Keep in mind that there are risks to taking testosterone, such as enlarged prostate, sleep apnea, decreased sperm count, acne, enlarged breasts, and blood clot. Discuss these risks with your doctor before starting treatment. Most antidepressants work by balancing out serotonin levels, which drop in response to low estrogen levels. Some have also proved moderately effective in reducing hot flashes in hormonally-imbalanced, menopausal women. You might consider taking an antidepressant if you are experiencing symptoms of depression as a result of your hormonal imbalance. Keep in mind that antidepressants may have other side effects. Discuss these with your doctor as you decide whether or not antidepressants are right for your situation.
A: Talk to your doctor if you suspect a hormonal imbalance. Start on an oral contraceptive. Go on menopausal hormone replacement therapy. Ask your doctor about testosterone therapy. Ask your doctor about anti-depressants along with hormone therapy.

Problem: Article: Fill a bucket with warm water and add in a few squirts of car safe soap. Soak a scratch-free cloth in the soapy water and wipe down the exterior of your jet ski with it. Pay close attention to the bottom of the jet ski, where algae and slime tend to accumulate. Don't use dishwashing liquid or hand soap. Thoroughly rinse off your jet ski with clean water. You can do this with a hose or by filling and dumping buckets of water onto the jet ski. Afterwards, let the jet ski air dry completely. If you want to, you can then use a high-shine protectant car wax to buff and shine your jet ski. Get a bottle of fuel stabilizer and add it to your gas tank as the product label instructs. This will prevent fuel contamination and will also keep residue from building up in the carburetor, fuel injection system, and gas lines. After putting the stabilizer in, top off your gas tank with premium gas. This will prevent condensation from forming on the inside of the gas tank. Spray lubricant on the areas of your jet ski that are often rotating and turning. Some of these areas include the steering nozzle pivot points, the reverse mechanisms, and the brake mechanisms. It's also a good idea to spray the engine as well as the electrical components to rid them of any traces of water.
Summary:
Wash the exterior with car safe soap. Rinse and dry your jet ski. Put stabilizer in your gas tank. Fill up your tank with gas. Lubricate your jet ski's moving parts.