INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Maybe you know some other people who share the same interests as the person, or maybe you know some people who have a higher tolerance for annoying people than you do. Try to introduce them to people around your school or workplace that will distract them. Avoid introducing them to mutual friends, because that might make you more obligated to spend time with them. If you are not particularly close to the person, it is acceptable to just end communication. Unfriend them on social networks, ignore or block their phone calls and emails, and try to avoid situations where you might encounter them. Most relationships have a trial stage, during which it should be expected that you might break it off if things go sour. This is not a valid strategy if you have been friends for years or if you live or work in close enough proximity that you can be expected to encounter one another again When ending a relationship with a close friend, you should do so directly and in person. To soften the blow, start off by telling them what you liked about them and your relationship with them. Be honest about why you no longer want to be friends, but do so in a way that is neutral and not offensive. Instead of accusing them of doing something wrong, tell them in an impersonal way what you need in a friend: "My life is stressful right now, and I need to be surrounded by people are relaxing and empathetic."

SUMMARY: Suggest some new friends for the person. Cut them off. Tell them you no longer want to be friends.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Rinse the carrots, celery, and tomatoes under running water. Pat them dry with a clean towel. Cut these vegetables, the onion, and the mushrooms into cubes that are about 1 inch (2.5 cm). In this recipe, the mushrooms and tomatoes add a meatiness to the broth that makes it hearty and delicious. Roasting the vegetables before making the broth helps to make a rich broth with a lot of depth. Transfer the carrots, celery, tomatoes, onions, and whole garlic cloves to a large baking or roasting dish. Drizzle oil over the vegetables and transfer them to a preheated 425F (218C) oven. Cook the vegetables for 40 minutes, stirring them every 10 to 15 minutes. Roasting the vegetables before making the broth will add a rich and meaty flavor to the broth. When the vegetables are soft and browned, remove them from the oven. Use a spoon to scoop out the roasted vegetables and move them into a large stockpot or saucepan. In the stockpot, combine the roasted vegetables with the parsley, thyme, bay leaves, and salt. Cover the mixture with the water and put a lid on the stockpot. For additional flavors and spiciness, you can also add a teaspoon (2 g) each of coriander seeds and whole peppercorns to the broth. Turn the heat to medium and bring the broth to a boil. When it starts to boil, reduce the heat to medium-low and move the lid aside so the stockpot is only partially covered. Continue simmering the broth for another 45 minutes. Place a colander inside a large glass bowl or pot. Pour the broth into the colander to strain out the vegetables, leaving nothing but a clear broth in the bowl below. Instead of straining the broth, you can also leave the veggies in and eat this as a tasty vegetable soup. The strained broth is ready to be eaten or added to your favorite soups, stews, and other dishes. If you have leftovers, transfer them to a glass jar and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, transfer the broth to a freezer-safe container and store for up to three months.

SUMMARY: Chop the vegetables. Roast the vegetables. Transfer the vegetables to a stockpot. Add the remaining ingredients. Boil and simmer the broth. Strain the broth. Enjoy your broth.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Section out a small piece of hair at the front of your head near the hairline. Twist this section 2-3 times in a regular braid, then use your index fingers to add additional hair to the braid. Add more hair every time you criss-cross strands. Keep doing this until you've added all of your hair to the braid, then secure it with an elastic. The trickiest part of French braiding is holding your hair. Try holding a section between your second and third fingers, grasp another section between your first and second fingers, and hold the third section with the palm of your hand. Try parting your hair down the center and making 2 French braids to create texture and contrast in your hairstyle.

SUMMARY: Braid a small section of hair and gradually add more for a French braid.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Don't put it in a high-traffic area of your home, like the kitchen or entry hall. The ideal litter box location is easily accessible, offers plenty of privacy, and is free from sudden noises that could frighten a kitten. Though a laundry room is a popular choice for a location because it has less traffic than other areas of most houses, the sudden noises that a washer or dryer can make while switching cycles could frighten a kitten and cause her to fear using the box. The litter box should be in an area that a kitten spends a lot of time. The kitten should be able to see the litter box most of the time so that she can use it if she needs to. Kittens and cats prefer a little privacy. If they don't have it, they may start relieving themselves behind the sofa or in another out-of-the-way corner. If you start litter training a kitten and it becomes necessary to move the box, do it gradually, a few feet at a time every few days. Moving the box to a different room from one day to the next could confuse the kitten and lead to accidents around the house. It may also help to place the kitten's food bowl where the litter box used to be, as most cats are reticent to use the toilet where they eat. As soon as you bring the kitten home, place her in the box so she can get used to the smell and feel of the kitty litter. Let her spend a few minutes there, even if she doesn't go to the bathroom the first time. Continue to place the kitten in the box after she eats meals, wakes up, or any other time when you predict she may need to relieve herself. In addition, if she squats anywhere other than the litter box place her in it immediately. Some kittens will understand the purpose of the litter box immediately and require no additional litter training. Others will need to be placed in the litter box as many as ten times a day before they figure it out. You should avoid attempting to "show" the kitten the digging motion that cats use to bury their waste as it may frighten them, so avoid the temptation to take her paws and help her dig into the litter until she catches on. As the kitten grows used to the litter box and starts using it as her toilet, praise her each time she goes by petting her and making comforting sounds. Do not discipline her while she is in the box, or she might start associating being in the box with punishment. Kittens do not respond well to having their noses rubbed in a mess they have made outside the litter box. If she has an accident, let her sniff the mess, then gently lift her and put her in the box, so she knows where to go next time. Never spank or yell at a kitten to punish her. It will only serve to make her afraid of you. If possible, you should have one litter box for each cat in your house, plus an additional litter box. For example, one kitten should ideally have 2 litter box options. If you have three cats, you should provide four litter boxes. When you first introduce a kitten to your home, you may want to confine her to a small area for the first few weeks. This can help her acclimate slowly to her new environment, will give her easy access to her litter box, and can help minimize or confine accident areas. You may want to confine the kitten to an area without carpet to make accidents easier to clean if they do occur. Keep the litter box and the kitten's food and bedding at opposite ends of the confinement area.

SUMMARY:
Place the box in a peaceful location. Place the kitten in the filled litter box. Use praise, not punishment. Provide enough litter boxes. Consider a confinement period.