Write an article based on this "Help distract them. Address withdrawal symptoms. Push them to keep trying if they "slip up". Reward milestones and successes. Check in with them."
article: Smoking becomes such a natural part of a smoker's daily routine that it becomes second nature. One of the most difficult parts of quitting is building new habits. You can help them with this (or recruit others to help). Ask them what they enjoyed about smoking. Find a replacement with another activity where they can do something similar. If they smoke on their work breaks, offer to go on a walk with them instead. If they smoke after a meal, ask them to help clean up or walk the dog. If they smoke first thing in the morning, offer to share a cup of coffee with them. If they smoke when they drink, avoid parties or bars where alcohol is served. If they get the urge to smoke, try to be available to talk them out of it. Your loved one will experience some withdrawal symptoms. It's best to address them head-on and be supportive through those difficult times. Remind them that these symptoms are temporary. Weight gain is common. If this happens, offer to exercise with them and help restructure their diet. Sleep might be hard to come by for a while. Suggest some things they can do, like read a book, watch a television show, or write in a journal. Don't take their bad moods personally. Continue to be positive and let them know that it's okay to have bad days. Remind them how proud you are. Physical withdrawals usually only last 5-7 days, but the psychological withdrawal may last longer. Most people who quit smoking will slip up at some point in their process. It's normal, and it's okay. Unfortunately, a lot of quitters will see it as a sign of failure and stop trying. The first 2 weeks are usually the hardest. Remind them of all the reasons they wanted to quit in the first place (or should quit). Let them know they can still quit and haven't failed. Identify the trigger so they know what to avoid moving forward. Quitting smoking is not easy. Reward their efforts along the way. They promote encouragement and remind your loved one they're still moving in the right direction. One of the best outcomes of quitting is the money they'll save. Suggest that they set that money aside and treat themselves when they've quit smoking. Hawaii, anyone? Incremental rewards and praise is important. Consistent positive feedback or tangible rewards are helpful reminders of progress. Don't leave it up to them to let you know how they're doing. Ask. Keep an eye on how they're progressing so you know when to offer more support, or when to reward successes.

Write an article based on this "Insist that the Word of God is compatible with modern science. Inform your listener about the accuracy of the Bible's depiction of Jesus. Argue that God is the only satisfactory source of morality. Challenge your listener to explain where human consciousness came from. Offer quotes from influential thinkers that support your argument."
article: Remind your ideological opponent that there are no scientific theories that conclusively disprove the events mentioned in the Bible. It's possible that ancient miracles and contemporary scientific achievements only seem inconsistent with one another because the language used to explain phenomena has changed. The Big Bang Theory, for example, is often brought up to show that the teachings of Christian creationism are misguided. However, there's no way of proving that the explosion that resulted in the known universe wasn't an intentional act of creation. While it may seem counterintuitive, meeting your listener on common ground actually strengthens your position by confirming that your arguments are based on the same observations. Numerous historical sources and archaeological discoveries strongly suggest that Jesus of Nazareth lived and died as the scripture tells. This may not seem like a victory in itself, but it has enormous implications. If the Bible's central figure was real, what reason is there to doubt the rest of what's written in its pages? Rather than appealing to the Bible, which your listener doesn't consider a credible source, point them towards hard scientific research, such as recent archaeological digs around Galilee and Jerusalem which have uncovered evidence of scenes described in the New Testament. For more references to the historical Jesus, cite the writings of ancient philosophers and historians such as Tacitus, Lucian, and Pliny the Younger. If your listener still isn't convinced, ask them this important question: where does mankind's idea of "goodness" come from? Evolution may account for certain behaviors that are beneficial to the species, but it fails to address many moral judgments that appear to be universal. These can be a good starting point for a discussion on what it means to be a moral being. If your listener objects, ask them, "Why is it important for the species to continue?" The "survival of the fittest" explanation can't offer a satisfactory answer to this question. Even the ancient Greeks and Romans, who valued reason more than anything else, strived to realize an ideal that they called "the Good." Such ideals hint at an understanding of a deeper purpose in life, perhaps one bestowed by God. The Bible makes it clear that God created man in his image, which explains the unrivaled power of the human mind. The same is not true from a scientific standpoint. If all organisms are continually evolving, then why have no other creatures reached a level of consciousness anywhere near that of human beings? Emphasize that the only reason you're even able to discuss the topic at hand is because humans have the ability to invent complex languages, as well as the intelligence required to understand them. Your listener may be reluctant to accept your views because they've labelled you as biased or short-sighted. They'll have no choice, however, but to recognize the wisdom of respected figures such as Albert Einstein, who is famously quoted as saying, "When the solution is simple, God is answering." Other notable personalities who have alluded to a belief in God include Walt Whitman, who wrote, "In the faces of men and women I see God, and in my own face in the glass," and Paul Tillich, who said, "He who knows about depth knows about God. Quotations don't constitute evidence in themselves, but they can lend added credibility to an already strong argument.

Write an article based on this "Position yourself in a comfortable stance. Close your fist and bring it to your hips, palm up. Punch completely straight. Connect with your target. Repeat, or return to your starting position."
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You can be in Natural Stance, shizentai, but you can also be in the lower, horse riding stance, kiba-dachi. Confirm your legs are the correct distance. For Natural Stance your legs should be shoulder width apart. Keep your legs loose, ensure knees are soft/not locked. Your fist should be nesting against your side. Your body should be slightly relaxed but ready and focusing on the target. You should choose one of two targets. If you want to punch to the body, chuudan, aim for just below the ribs, called the solar plexus. If you want to punch to the face, jodan, aim for the face. For safety, or if you feel you lack control, your instructor may ask you to aim just below the face rather than at the face. Note punching at other parts of the body is not as effective. If you are not practicing with a partner, imagine an opponent of your size in front of you. Imagine a straight line from your fist to your centerline. Keep you elbows in to keep the punch straight. The elbow should brush against your side. Keep somewhat loose during the punch, until the very end. If you are practicing with a person, "connect" means, you stop just before actually hitting them. If you are using a target, such as a makiwara, you of course want to actually hit it. Turn your fist over so the palm is now facing down. Tighten your muscles as you land the punch. Ensure you are tightening not just your fist and arm, but your buttock, legs and hips. Exhale. If you want, Kiai. If you are advanced, add the hip vibration technique to maximize your power. Keep focus, do not go floppy.