Article: You can learn from being rejected. Instead of seeing it as inherently negative, see it as an opportunity to build your resiliency. Rejection is a part of life. A fear of social rejection can lead you to limiting your social circle and interactions. The more rejections you get, the better you get at handling them. Therefore, see this rejection as practice. You've learned what it's like to have a potential friend reject you. Now that you've survived this, you'll be less nervous about it happening again in the future. Try reframe your thinking and use the rejection as a way to empower yourself. Be willing to try new things and look for opportunities to get to know yourself better. No one is perfect. Most of the time, rejection is not a reflection of you. However, could you have done anything differently? If you can think of any ways you can grow, you may benefit as a person from this rejection. Think about your interactions with this person. Did you make crude or negative comments that may have made someone uncomfortable? Did you share too much information too soon? Were you flaky on plans, or maybe too rigid about plans? Much of the time, a rejection is not about you. However, if you think you did something, recognizing what it was can help you grow. Think about the type of friend you want to be and how you can show those qualities to new people in your life. How important is this person to you? If you had your heart set on being their friend, you may want to repair the rift and practice forgiveness. This is especially useful if you believe you did something to cause the problem. You can try sending a quick text or email addressing the issue. You don't have to go into too many details. Try something simple. Say something like, "Hey, I'm sorry if I was a little flaky about plans. I do want to work on being friends, even if it didn't seem like it. Let me know if you want to get coffee sometime!"
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Embrace rejection as a way to grow. Think about anything you could have done differently. Consider attempting to repair the rift.
Article: Changing your eating and drinking habits can help maintain white teeth. Some foods are more likely to stain teeth and some can help maintain whiteness. Most types of berries, like blueberries, blackberries, and cherries, can stain teeth with streaks of blue, purple, or red. Strawberries, however, are acidic enough that they can actually whiten by breaking down bacteria causing stains and can also be used with baking soda to brighten your teeth. Be careful when drinking wine and coffee. Both tend to stain teeth. If you really want a cup of coffee with breakfast or wine with dinner, sip water while drinking. Slosh the water around in your mouth to remove any excess coffee or wine to prevent staining. Adding milk or cream to coffee can also reduce staining. Seeds, nuts, and other harder grains that require chewing can help whiten teeth. This helps rub off plaque, which contributes to tooth decay and staining. Perhaps the best way to keep teeth white is simply through proper care. Brush, floss, and use mouth wash on a regular basis. Most people brush their teeth in the morning and before bed. Sticking to a routine like this can help you maintain regular care, but you should also brush your teeth after eating anything high in sugar. The acids from sugary snacks require prompt removal. Replace your toothbrush every 3 to 4 months and make sure to floss daily. You should also use some kind of mouthwash, such as chlorhexidine mouthwash, to combat bad breath and add extra protection to your teeth. Regular dental checkups are important for a variety of reasons. In order to keep your teeth white and healthy, make sure to see a dentist at least once a year.
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Change your diet. Practice good oral hygiene. See a dentist once a year.
Article: Heat a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once the oil heats, stir in 1 diced onion, 2 cloves of chopped garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon of crushed fennel seeds. Stir the mixture occasionally and let it cook for about 7 to 8 minutes. The onion should become translucent and tender. Add 17 to 25 ounces (500 to 700 g) of ground beef. Stir it well to break up the beef. Cook the beef mixture for about 10 minutes or until it's browned and completely cooked. The meat should be cooked to 160 degrees F (70 C). Stir in 1 (28 ounce or 794 g) can of crushed tomatoes along with the following seasonings: 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or oregano 1 bay leaf teaspoon paprika 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper to taste Bring the meat sauce to a boil and turn the heat down to medium-low. Let the sauce bubble gently with the lid off. This will help the sauce thicken a little. Turn off the heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh, chopped basil. You should also preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 C). You can simmer the sauce as long as you like. If you don't have much time, even 5 minutes of simmering is fine. Spray a large casserole dish with cooking spray and spread 1 to 2 cups (150 to 300 g) of the meat sauce across the bottom. Measure out 2 1/2 cups (500 g) of cooked elbow macaroni and scatter half of the noodles over the sauce. Spread 1 cup (250 g) of cottage cheese over the noodles and sprinkle 1/3 cup (33 g) of grated mozzarella cheese and 1/3 cup (33 g) of grated cheddar cheese on top. Repeat these layers, so you end with grated cheese on top. Put the mac and cheese lasagna in the oven and bake it for 20 to 30 minutes. The cheese on top should be melted and golden brown. You should also see sauce bubbling up through the noodles. Garnish the casserole with some fresh parsley and serve it after it's set for a few minutes.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Saute the onions and aromatics. Stir in and cook the ground beef. Add the tomatoes and seasonings. Simmer the sauce and preheat the oven. Assemble the mac and cheese lasagna. Bake the casserole.