INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It's normal to be afraid that you'll forget something or say something wrong. Being prepared is the best way to handle this fear. Read about your topic so that you understand it well. If you have time, look for documentaries or online videos to help you deepen your understanding. When you choose a speech topic, try to pick a subject that you already know about. If you're short on time, do an Internet search and read the first few sources that come up. However, make sure these sources are reliable. so you have a plan for what you want to say. While you don't need to recite your speech word-for-word, it's helpful to write out what you want to say. Include a brief introduction of yourself and your topic. Then, write out paragraphs explaining your main points and support for them. End with a conclusion that tells audience members what to take from your speech. Your speech doesn't have to be perfect. You can make revisions while you practice it. It's helpful to have notes when you're giving your speech to help jog your memory when you forget what to say. However, you don't want your notes to be too long because that makes it easy to get tripped up. Instead, include the basic elements of your speech on an outline or note card. This way, you can quickly look down and see a key term to remind you what to say. An outline for a speech about recycling might look like this: I. Keeps trash out of landfills A. Less trash B. Landfills last longer II. Saves resources A. Used for new products B. Cuts use of raw materials III. Gives consumers a voice A. Can choose recycled B. Brands meet consumer wants You've likely heard the saying, "Practice makes perfect," and it's true. While you might not give a perfect speech, practicing will help you feel confident when you step in front of the audience. Start by reading your speech aloud to yourself. When you feel ready, perform your speech in front of a mirror. If you have a time limit for your speech, time yourself when you're practicing. Then, make adjustments if you need to increase the length or cut it down. Just listen to your voice at first. Get a feel for the sound of your speech and make adjustments as necessary. When you're in front of the mirror, practice making gestures or facial expressions. See what feels right to you. Use a video camera or your phone to film yourself doing your speech. Act like your phone is the audience, so use gestures and facial expressions. Then, watch the speech and look for areas you can improve. Do this several times to build your confidence. Don't worry about the quality of the video or about anyone else seeing it. This video is just for you. Pick people who will be honest about things that need improvement but are still really supportive of you. Then, perform your speech like you would for an audience. Ask them what they liked about the speech, as well as if you could improve on anything. If you're really nervous, start with just 1 person. Then, gradually increase the number of people in your audience.

SUMMARY: Know your topic really well. Write your speech Prepare an outline or note card to guide you through your speech. Practice your speech before you give it. Film yourself to help you improve your performance. Give your speech to family and friends before doing it in public.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can usually find this information in the users manual or instruction booklet that came with your vape pen. Integrated batteries typically take the form of an elongated tube or cylinder (which attaches to the cartridge, or the part that heats the e-liquid), whereas removable batteries are housed inside casing of the pen itself. The majority of vape pens use "510-Thread" batteries, which have a universal design that makes them compatible with different cartridges. Your vape pen's battery may feature colors, text, or other markings distinguishing it from the cartridge. First, plug the AC adapter into a nearby electrical outlet. Then, insert the large end of the USB cable into the adapter and connect the smaller end to the corresponding port in your pen. Depending on the model you're using, you may need to unscrew the battery from the cartridge in order to access the charging port. Always use the charger and cable that came packaged with your vape pen. Different units sometimes run on higher voltages, and too much juice could cause your pen to overheat or even explode. Never attempt to charge your vape pen with a laptop, mobile phone, or any other device that could potentially be damaged in the event of a short or surge. Charging times for different batteries can vary from 1-4 hours. You'll know your battery is fully charged when the indicator light turns green or begins blinking steadily. On certain models, the charging light will shut off when the battery reaches 100%. Situate your vape pen away from any nearby flammable objects (such as blankets or upholstered furniture) while it's charging to reduce the risk of fire related to overheating. Once your battery is fully charged, remove it from the charger unit and screw it back onto the cartridge to begin vaping again. When you've depleted your vape pen's battery to a certain level, a red light will appear on the LED display. Remember: red means "stop." Hold off on using your vape pen again until it's been charged. Attempting to use your vape pen in a low-battery state could lead to shorts, battery death, or other defects. If your battery stops holding a charge or begins draining faster than usual, take it as a sign that it's time to replace it.

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See if your vape pen has an integrated or removable battery. Hook your vape pen up to its charger using the included USB cable. Wait for the battery to finish charging completely. Watch for the red light that tells you it's time to recharge your battery.