Problem: Article: Study the basic rules and regulations, as well as more advanced plays and theories, until you know them like the back of your hand. Whereas the duties of guiding the team fall to the coaching staff in most other sports, the captain of a cricket team is largely responsible for calling the shots. For this reason, it's imperative that you have a good grasp of the intricacies of the sport. Chances are that you're already quite familiar with the sport if you're in the running for team captain (or hope to be soon). However, there's always more to learn. Become a devoted student of the gameattend regional events, watch televised matches, and read books on gameplay and psychology. Everything you take in will become a part of your tool set. There are a thousand things that can go wrong during a game of cricket. As a leader and example to your fellow players, it's your job to prepare as best you can for the sorts of challenges and setbacks you can predict, and to learn to overcome the ones you can't. If you crack when the stakes are high, your teammates may lose motivation and feel like they've been hung out to dry. Don't become panicked or frustrated when the opposing team has a sizable lead. Just concentrate on the next play, then the next, then the next, one at a time. Fixating on too many things at once will only leave your energy and attention divided. Mental strength is perhaps the single most important attribute that a cricket captain can possess. After all, no amount of talent will lead you to victory if you're already defeated in your own mind. Watch your fellow players closely and make a note of where they play their best game. Not only is this essential for establishing the batting order, it will also allow you to implement winning tactics on the fly. For example, if your best bowler has a tendency to choke under pressure, knowing when to swap them out could mean the difference between a win and a loss. It's also helpful to recognize when another player may have a better grasp of strategy than you do. If you're not very good at putting together a backup plan when a play goes awry but one of your teammates is, asking them for their advice will be in everyone's best interest. One common mistake that skippers make is thinking that they have to manage everything themselves. It's much wiser to treat each aspect of the game as a collaborative effort, including captaincy. As team captain, much of the responsibility for the successes and failures of the team rests on your shoulders. This means that you must be willing to accept the outcome of the direction you provide, for better or for worse. You'll have good games and bad games. Try to take them both in stride with a sense of humility. Learn to trust your gut when it comes to making calls that you're uncertain about. It will rarely lead you astray. Resist the urge to blame your teammates when things don't work out the way you'd hoped. This will only make you look petty and self-centered, which is not how a good leader should be.
Summary: Develop a thorough understanding of the game. Keep a cool head in stressful situations. Know your teammates' unique strengths and skills. Be prepared to stand by, and live with, your decisions.

Problem: Article: OTC nasal decongestants can be very helpful if the pressure in your ears isn't relieved by the basic methods. This is because the nasal and ear canals are connected. Follow the directions on the package, and take only as directed (usually for no more than a week). Ear infections and other issues can cause pressure to build up in your ears. See a doctor if the pressure in your ears lingers or is accompanied by fever or significant pain. If an infection is the cause, the doctor can prescribe antibiotics to eliminate it. OTC pain relievers can also help with the discomfort that accompanies ear infections. A warm compress can also help relieve ear pain. Just take a warm, damp cloth and let it sit on your outer ear for a few minutes. If the pressure in your ear persists or keeps coming back, you may need to seek more serious solutions. In some cases, for instance, a doctor may prescribe nasal steroids. In extreme cases, ventilation tubes may be surgically implanted to prevent the pressure problem.
Summary: Take some over-the-counter nasal medications. See a doctor for antibiotics. Talk to a doctor about alternative treatments.

Problem: Article: Line an 8-inch or 9-inch (20.32 or 22.86 centimeters) square baking pan with wax paper or parchment paper going each direction so that the bottom and all four sides are covered. Leave about 2 inches (5.08 centimeters) of wax paper hanging over the edges. This way, you can use them like handles and pull the finished fudge out. You can also do this using tin foil instead. Stir the ingredients often to help the chips melt evenly. Keep stirring until everything is melted, smooth, and mixed together. There should be no lumps, clumps, streaks, or swirls. If you do not like peanut butter, you can use another type of chip, such as mint chocolate chip, red velvet chocolate chip, etc. The vanilla will help add a more complex flavor to your fudge. The salt will help cut the sweetness as well as bring out the chocolate and peanut butter flavors. Use a spatula to help guide the mixture across the bottom of the pan. Once everything is in the pan, place it into the fridge and wait until it becomes firm. The fudge must be firm before you cut it, or you'll end up with an oozy mess. Once the fudge has hardened up, use the wax paper handles to lift it out of the pan. Peel the wax paper away from the edges. If the fudge is too hard to cut, let it sit on the kitchen counter for 5 minutes. This will allow it to soften a little. Make sure that you are using a sharp knife to do this. If there are any leftovers, cover them up and store them in the fridge. The fudge should last about 1 week.
Summary:
Prepare your baking pan. Heat the condensed milk, chocolate chips, and peanut butter chips in a saucepan over low heat until melted. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt. Pour the mixture into the lined pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Remove the fudge from the pan. Cut the fudge into 1-inch (2.54 centimeters) pieces. Serve the fudge on a plate.