INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you bump into your ex, you want to give the impression that you're happy but busy, even if that's not strictly true. If your ex sees you moping around in the mall, sad and depressed, they're definitely not going to believe that you've moved on. When you see your ex, smile a few times at them, but not in a flirty or longing way. You want them to think that you're happy because your life is good, not because you saw them. Try not to let any of the unhappiness you experienced during and after the breakup ruin your mood. If your ex asks you about how you're doing, focus on only the good, not the bad. That competition you won last weekend? Tell them. That school you got accepted into? That too. Don't lie, but focus on your accomplishments rather than failures. Don't make time for them. This will make them think twice. Say something like, "Oh, I'm just about to meet a friend, good talking to you," and walk off without looking back. Do this relatively early on. Nothing says "I'm desperate" than when you immediately answer your ex's texts or phone calls. Take your time. Take a couple days to respond, pretending that it's really not a big deal. The internet is a great way to convince your ex that you've moved on. Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are all golden opportunities to publicize your newfound freedom. Take plenty of pictures when you're out with your friends, especially when you're having a blast. Going out to the beach? Take a picture and post a caption with something like "Tamed two beaches in two days with my two best friends. Beach bod, say hello to summer!" Stay a little mysterious. Have your ex and their friends wondering what you're actually up to. Post something a little mysterious to your social network that will get your ex thinking about all the cool things that you're doing without them. Master the humblebrag. Humblebragging is when you pretend to be humble but actually brag. It sounds a little something like this: "Ugh, my hair is sloppy, I have no makeup on, and I'm wearing sweats and Uggs, and still I get honked at walking down the street. SMH." "My date this Saturday is way too cute.... I'm already nervous/excited and I don't get nervous around guys." "Kinda wish I didn't have VIP tix to Coachella so I be with my besties the whole time. Music thrills but love kills." It's perfectly okay to still have feelings for your ex, but if you want to show them you've moved on, they can't know about those. The following signs are ones to be avoided: Go to their parties or special events. Make up an excuse if you have to. Pay them compliments. Call your ex "just to talk." If you need to talk, have something specific in mind you want to talk about. i.e.: children, family, finances. Late night talks. They will feel vulnerable and believe you are still interested if you are telling them "Good Night" or reflecting on the past. They may feel you are missing them; therefore, they will hold on to hope. Get caught staring or looking too long at your ex. Try pretending they're not there. Opening up with your secrets, dreams, and inner thoughts. Do not reveal your dreams. This falls under future plans and hopes, and your sleeping dreams. If they are to move on from you, they do not need to know you still dream of them! Not only will they know you've moved on, they'll probably find that closure in knowing your relationship is truly over! Be seen, but be classy. Letting other people including your ex know that you're seeing other people doesn't mean you have to be in their face about it. Be seen going to the movies, going to dances, and flirting, but don't be seen doing anything you'd be embarrassed doing around your parents (i.e. kissing, making out, etc.). If you are still in contact with your ex and they inquire about your dating, be honest and up front. Tell them. If they are asking, they need to know in order to have closure and to move on from the hurt. If you are still hiding the fact that you are dating, they will feel that you are still interested in them and you will never have peace.

SUMMARY: Smile but act preoccupied. Take time to respond to their messages, texts, or phone calls. Publicize all your fun new activities and interesting friends on social media. Don't show any signs you care.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Volunteering with a local charity is a great way to improve the world around you. You'll be able to do the most direct good and see the impact on the people that you help. If you have a practical skill or can learn one, or evening volunteering at the Humane Society in your local neighborhood. using that skill will offer the most good (skills like construction or medicine are good examples). Tutor disadvantaged kids Work at a local soup kitchen Work with a charity like Habitat for Humanity. Another way to really make the world a better place is to reduce the negative impact you have on the world around you. Being good stewards of the world has a significant and positive impact on your environment and helps to preserve the planet for the next generation. Be consistent about recycling. Reduce the waste you produce and compost. Conserve water and grow some of your own food. If you really want to help your local environment, buy and install solar panels for your home and switch to public transit, a bike, or an electric vehicle. Increase positive impacts. Notice how your happiness and well-being are interconnected with other people and the natural environment. Learn how you can leave a legacy of sustainable happiness. Exercise your right to vote. Bad politicians and policies can have an incredibly negative impact on your community and your environment. By not voting and letting your voice be heard, you are allowing opportunity for bad policy to rule. Be engaged in your city, states, and country by voting and talking with the politicians you support, as well as educating others on important issues. In America, for example, only about 50% to 60% of eligible voters actually vote during the presidential election. And that number tumbles to about 35% to 40% in midterm elections. Imagine the changes people might enact if 90% of people voted during presidential elections and 60% of people voted during midterms! With companies, your money talks....so shout as loud as you can! Don't buy products that harm animals or from companies that use abusive tactics with their animals. Whenever you can, buy local products that support the people around you and your local economy. When a company makes poor choices that negatively affect people, stop buying their products. Always, always feel free to contact companies to let them know what you're doing and why! Some, not all, businesses actually care about what their customers want. They'll never know how to change if people don't tell them. Take care of and take pride in the area where you live. This preserves the area not just for you but for everyone else in your community. If you have the opportunity to help, take it because not everyone will have the chance. You should also find ways to improve the environment where you live. Here are just a few ideas: Combine good citizenship and environmental cleanup by volunteering with your city to plant trees, maintain sidewalks, and keep green spaces green. Never litter when you're out and about always try to find a proper trash can or recycling bin for your trash! Clean up trash that you do find, even if someone else dropped it.

SUMMARY:
Volunteer. Reduce your impact. Be civically engaged. Make a statement with what you buy. Take pride in where you live.