Q: Secrecy is one of the major components of shopping addiction (and most addictions, for that matter). So, don't be afraid to get public about your problems with shopping. Tell your friends and family what's going on, and that you may ask them for help going shopping or buying necessitiesat least in the early stages of cutting down when temptation is still very high. Make sure that you only open up to trusted loved ones who are capable of supporting you through your push to cut down on shopping. A therapist can help you understand some of the possible problems that lay at the root of shopping addiction, such as depression. Although there is no standardized treatment for shopping addiction, you might expect to be prescribed antidepressants, like SSRIs. One commonly used method for treating addictions is a method called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This type of therapy will help you recognize and challenge some of your thoughts related to shopping. Therapy will also help you place less value on extrinsic motivating factors, like a desire to look successful and wealthy, and more value on intrinsic motivators, like feeling comfortable in your skin and maintaining nourishing relationships with loved ones. Group therapy for shopping addiction is an abundant and invaluable resource. Being able to share coping tips and feelings with others who have similar problems can sometimes be the difference between sobriety and relapse back into your old, unhealthy spending habits. Look into local chapters of Debtors Anonymous or Spenders Anonymous. These are 12-step programs that can help you manage your shopping addiction on an ongoing basis. Use this link to locate a Debtors Anonymous meeting near you. If your shopping addiction has gotten you into serious financial trouble that you are unable to manage on your own, you may want to consider seeing a credit counselor. A credit counselor can help you deal with the massive debt that accrues as a result of shopping addiction. Dealing with the financial fallout of shopping addiction can be stressful alongside the emotional issues that arise with overcoming your habit. Because stress is a common trigger for relapse, a credit counselor might be an important resource.
A: Enlist the support of friends and family. Visit a therapist. Find a meeting. Go to a credit counselor.

Q: This method will not create a true watermark, but will instead insert a picture into a header or footer. In Excel 2003 and earlier, this is done through the Page Setup dialog box. In Excel 2007 and later, this is done through the Insert and Design menu ribbons. After selecting the worksheet you want to display the watermark, do the following: In Excel 2003 and earlier, select Header and Footer from the View menu, then select Custom Header or Custom Footer. In Excel 2007, click the Header and Footer button in the Text group on the Insert menu ribbon. Choose either the left, center or right section box. In Excel 2003 and earlier, these boxes appear side by side in the Page Setup dialog box. In Excel 2003 and earlier, these boxes appear side by side in the Page Setup dialog box. In Excel 2007, the window under the Design menu ribbon displays a spreadsheet with a header section at the top labeled "Click to add header." Click to display the three subsections. (If you'd rather place your graphic in the footer, click the Go to Footer button in the Navigation section.) Use the appropriate method for your version of Excel to place the picture in one of the header or footer sections. In Excel 2003 and earlier, in the Header and Footer dialog box, click Insert Picture, navigate to the image you want to insert and double-click it. You can resize it by clicking Format Picture and using the options in the Format Picture dialog. In Excel 2007, click Picture in the Header & Footer Elements group in the Design menu ribbon, navigate to the image you want to insert and double-click it. You can resize it by clicking Format Picture and using the options in the Format Picture dialog. It is also possible to simulate a watermark in Excel by adding a graphic image as a background; however, backgrounds appear only on the screen, not in a printed copy.
A: Open Microsoft Excel. Access the header and footer controls. Determine where you want to position the watermark. Place the picture.

Q: Most birds tend to make some noise, either by singing or squawking. Birds tend to be most vocal during waking hours in the morning and before going to sleep in the evening. Some birds are more prone to making noise than others, but understand before bringing home a bird that some noise will be inevitable. Cockatoos are considered one of the most vocal species of birds. Though their vocalizations are typically limited to morning and evening time, they are widely held to be the loudest birds one can own as a pet. Macaws also tend to be very loud, but their vocalizations are usually most prominent in the morning and evening, much like cockatoos. Conures are prone to loud, piercing calls, but typically are most vocal when making "contact" calls to owners, rather than being "chatty" throughout the day. Cockatiels, budgerigars, lovebirds, and parrotlets are known to be vocal throughout the entire day. If you're interested in getting a bird that won't make too much noise, consider avoiding these birds. Every time you react to a bird's incessant squawking, regardless of species, it reinforces in your bird's mind that his annoying behavior will help him attain the attention he desires. Bird owners reward squawking by showering a vocal bird with affection, or even by running into the room and yelling for him to stop. It will be hard at first, but over time, ignoring your bird's squawking will train him out of this attention-seeking behavior. Leave the room when your bird begins to act out. Do not return to the room until he has stopped squawking or screaming. Return once your bird has been silent for at least ten seconds. Give him praise and reward him with a treat to show him that not making noise will earn him your affection. Praise your bird when he whistles or whispers, instead of squawking or yelling. This may be especially useful for parrots, as it will be easier to teach soft-spoken words rather than sounds. Do not raise your voice in response to your bird's volume or tone. Speak softly whenever you address your bird, and whenever you're around him. Praise your bird every time he lowers his voice to match yours. If your bird currently has a vocal range that is an acceptable volume, offer your bird food or toys as a reward whenever he uses that vocal range. Over time, he will come to associate that vocal range with whatever you choose to reward him with. Always praise good behavior immediately. If any time passes between his action and your reaction, he may not associate the two. Any time your bird yells or speaks loudly, you should temporarily stop showing him affection and leave the room immediately. Use a distinct "reward" treat. Find out what your bird really likes, and save those treats for training purposes. It may give your bird the extra motivation he needs to follow your lead.
A: Understand bird behavior. Don't reward squawking. Teach your bird to speak softly. Reward good behavior.

Q: Depending on the song's rhythm, you may need to rotate between several different striking methods in a song. Practice going from one technique to another quickly so that if a song calls for several different tones or rhythms, you can match it with the right roll or strike. While using two hands may seem useful for complex songs, it can mess with your timing. Avoid switching the tambourine back and forth between your hands for the clearest rhythm. If you're playing along to a fast song, hold the tambourine in your non-dominant hand and prop your foot on something that puts your thigh parallel to the floor, like a box or stepping stool. Strike your knee or thigh with the tambourine's shell (back side) while you play a tempo with your dominant hand. This helps make the tambourine strike louder and more pronounced. If you're trying to play along to a song you didn't write, listen for a drum, triangle, cymbal, or other percussion instruments, and try striking your tambourine to the same beat. When in doubt, this is a safe way to make sure you're playing to the right beat.
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Practice transitioning between striking techniques. Play as much of the rhythm as possible on one hand. Strike your tambourine against your knee when playing fast rhythms. Play to the beat of the percussion if you don't know when to play.