Problem: Article: Criticism is often painful, but you may find it easier to deal with if you think of it as an opportunity for growth and improvement rather than something hurtful or discouraging. If someone says something critical to you, listen actively before you get defensive. You may actually find what they have to say helpful. Before getting upset or rejecting the criticism, consider: The source. Did the criticism come from someone generally supportive, whose opinions you respect? The content. Did the other person just say something vague or insulting (e.g., "You're a jerk!"), or did they actually make a specific point about your behavior and how it affects them (e.g., "When you come in late, I feel distracted and it disrupts my work.")? The delivery. Did the person attempt to be tactful and constructive with their criticism, or were they unnecessarily rude and harsh? Just because someone has something critical to say to or about you, that doesn't mean they're right. Weigh their words carefully, but remember that you don't always have to take other people's opinions to heart. For example, if someone says that you're lazy, but you know you have been working as hard as you can, remind yourself of that. You might say to yourself, "I'm not lazy. I may not be able to do everything that they can do, but that's because everyone is different. I'm doing the best I can, and that's okay." If someone says something harsh to or about you, you may be tempted to lash out or get even. This is unlikely to accomplish much, however. Even if you don't feel good about what they have to say, you'll feel better (and others will be impressed!) if you can turn the other cheek and react with kindness and civility. Even if you don't agree with what the other person said, you can still respond in a way that validates the person (if not their words). For example, you might say, "Thanks for the advice. I'll think about that." If the other person was trying to be rude or unkind, a kind response might unnerve them and make them think about how they are behaving. Even if it doesn't, you'll still come out of the encounter as the bigger person. If someone says or thinks something unkind about you, that says more about them than it does about you. You cannot change what other people think of youonly they can do that. Remember that all you can do is work hard to be the best person you can be, and accept that you will never be able to please everyone. It's hard for anyone to feel good about themselves if they're surrounded by people who belittle them and bring them down all the time. If there is someone in your life who consistently puts you down, judges you, takes advantage of you, or violates your boundaries, you may need to cut ties with that person. Try to spend time with people who respect you and come from a place of love and support, even when they are being critical. If you're getting a lot of negativity from someone you can't avoid completely, like a coworker, try to minimize your time with that person as much as you can. Be civil or at least neutral when you have to be around them, but don't seek them out.
Summary: Listen to criticism with an open mind. Reject criticism and judgments you know are unfounded. Take the high road when others judge or criticize you. Acknowledge that others' perceptions of you come from them, not you. Spend time with supportive people.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: " This is the first of two standard "happy birthday" greetings used in France. Note that you can use this saying in Quebec and other French-speaking parts of Canada, but it is not the most common way to offer birthday wishes there. This phrase translates directly into "happy birthday." Joyeux means "happy," "joyful," or "gleeful." Anniversaire can mean "birthday" or "anniversary," but when said alone, it most commonly refers to one's birthday. To refer to a wedding anniversary, you would say "anniversaire de mariage." " This is the second of two standard "happy birthday" greetings used in France. As with joyeux anniversaire, bon anniversaire can be used and understood in French-speaking parts of Canada, but it is not the most common birthday greeting there. Bon usually means "good" or "well." As such, this phrase translates more directly to "have a good birthday" rather than "happy birthday." This is the most casual and commonly used way of saying "happy birthday" in French-speaking portions of Canada, like Quebec. Unlike "joyeux anniversaire" and "bon anniversaire," "bonne fete" cannot be used in both France and Canada. In France, "bonne fete" would usually be used when wishing someone a good "name day." One's "name day" refers to the feast day of the saint one is named after. Bonne is the feminine form of the word "bon", meaning "good" or "well." Fete means "celebration." Translated more directly, "bonne fete" means "have a good celebration."

SUMMARY: Exclaim "Joyeux anniversaire! Switch to "Bon anniversaire! Use "bonne fete" in French-speaking Canada.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Resetting your computer will delete all personal files and data from your system. " " Windows 10 allows you to reset your PC and keep all personal files, remove everything, or restore the original factory settings. Keep my files: Reinstalls Windows 10 while keeping your personal files, but deletes all apps, drivers, and settings you installed or changed. Remove everything: Reinstalls Windows 10 and deletes all files, apps, drivers, and settings you installed or changed. Restore factory settings: Reinstalls the original version of Windows that came with your PC and deletes all files, apps, drivers, and settings you installed or changed. When complete, Windows 10 will display the setup screen.
Summary: Back up all personal files you want saved to an external disk, flash drive, or cloud storage system. Click on "Settings" and select "Update and security. Click on "Reset this PC" and select "Get started. Select one of the following reset options. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset your Windows 10 computer.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Look at your local craft store for plain boxes to decorate. You'll likely be able to find them in wood or heavy cardboard. You can also upcycle old boxes, such as shoe boxes or small cardboard shipping boxes. You can even use cereal boxes or other food boxes! You can also decoupage old trunks. If you prefer, you can make a box out of cardstock or another heavy paper. This step will make the box easier to paint and decorate. If it's a shoe box or something similar, just pull the lid off. If you bought a wooden box, you may need to unscrew the hinges and put them to the side to take the lid off completely. Make sure to put the metal parts in a safe place. Pick up gesso (primer) from a craft store, along with a foam brush or a 1 to 2in (2.5 to 5.1cm) flat bristle brush. Paint the gesso on in a single, even layer, trying to go the same direction along each side. Once it's dry, add a layer of acrylic paint the same way if you'd like. A primer can make it easier for your paper to stick, particularly with wood or slick boxes (such as cereal boxes) but it's not strictly necessary. However, if you plan to leave some areas blank when you add your paper decorations, you may want to paint the box a color of your choosing. In that case, you should prime it first. You may need to sand the box again to smooth out the surface for the paper.
Summary:
Find or make a box to decorate. Take off the lid off your box if it has one. Add primer or paint if you want a background.