In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Lemon balm is an herb that is thought to have anti-anxiety properties and may help you get better sleep. Lemon balm can be found in many herbal teas as well as essential oils. Get dried lemon balm to add to make into a tea. You can also buy 100% pure lemon balm essential oils as well. Talk to your doctor if you have thyroid issues or are pregnant before using lemon balm. It can have an adverse effect. Lemon balm tea is safe for children. For any child three years and older, make a watered down version of your tea by adding half a cup of water to half a cup of normally steeped tea. Chamomile is a popular herbal tea that is thought to induce relaxation and help lower anxiety levels. There are two types of chamomile, German and Roman, which can be used in teas. Either is safe to drink. Children can also have chamomile tea, but add half a cup of water to each half a cup of tea you brew. Tell your doctor you are drinking chamomile if you are taking any prescription medications. They have some possible drug interactions. Kava kava is an herb, sometimes known as just kava, that has been use in traditional Polynesian medicine to lower anxiety levels. Although there has been some negative research associated with this supplement, the dried herb should be safe to drink in tea. Before you use kava kava (or any supplement), talk to your doctor to ensure that it doesn't react to any medication you are taking. This herb has not be safety rated for women who are pregnant, those who are nursing, or any person under the age of 18. Passionflower is a South American remedy that helps lower your anxiety levels. The herb has been used historically as far back as the Aztecs and is known for its agreeable taste. It may be safe for children, but it has not been tested. Talk to your pediatrician for possible healthy doses for your children. The herb has a tendency to lower blood pressure, so consult your doctor before you take it if you are on blood pressure medication. Pregnant women should not take passionflower. It may cause contractions of the uterus. Ashwaganda is a herb used in India to help you sleep. The herb can be stirred into tea or milk to help you sleep at night. For children, give them half a normal adult dose of ashwaganda in milk. Ask your doctor before using it if you are diabetic or have high blood pressure since it can interact with medications that treat these conditions. Valerian root can help you sleep because it has the same qualities as a sedative. In addition to helping you fall asleep, it can also help you sleep longer. Valerian is generally made into tea, but it can be quite cloying, so add some lemon, honey, cloves, or cinnamon to your tea to help hide the strange taste. Valerian root is not safe for anyone three years old or younger. Ask your doctor before taking valerian root if you are on medications. It can cause interactions, especially with medications for anxiety and depression. If you don't want to try herbal tea, you can smell the herbs to get the relaxing qualities from some of them. Get a small cloth pillowcase or bag. Add a cup of any one of these herbs to the bag, then tie the end. Place it next to your pillow or on your bedside table. These herbs include: Hops Lemon balm Lavender flowers Chamomile flowers Another good way to use herbs to relax is by using essential oils in a footbath. Fill a small tub with warm water. Add one to two drops of lavender or chamomile essential oils to the water. Ensure that the water isn't too hot. You don't want to burn your feet. If you would rather use a topical remedy, you can make a balm. Get some shea butter or caster oil and add one ounce to a small dish. Stir in one to two drops of lavender or chamomile oil into it. Once it's mixed, rub it onto your temples. This method is safe for children.
Summary: Use lemon balm. Try chamomile. Take kava kava. Use passionflower. Try ashwaganda. Take valerian root. Make an herbal sachet. Make a warm footbath. Mix an herbal balm.

Problem: Article: Of course, it's a party so you'll want to be sure to set up activities to keep people talking and interacting. You'll want to tailor those activities, however, to the number of guests you'll have as well as the interests and personalities of your guests. Create large group activities. If you have lots of people, you'll want to have at least one activity that lots of people can do together. Try a cheesy dance competition, rent a karaoke machine, and hire someone to come and give your group dance lessons. Of course, the activity you choose should take your guests into account. If they're quiet ladies, for example, someone to give a lesson on decoupage might be better appreciated than a dance instructor. Create small group activities. If you have a more intimate group, you'll have a few more options for activities you can all do together. Set up a game of sackhole or pull out some board games. Don't feel limited to Monopoly, either. Newer games, like Apples to Apples, are great for small party groups (around 10 players). Remember that not all of your guests will be extroverted, just because they're at a party. By giving introverts a quiet place to escape for a few minutes, you can make sure that everyone enjoys your party. But of course, you also want to give them the tools they need be social comfortably. Try: Creating conversation starter cards. These cards have a couple of questions or conversation topics written out on them. Place these cards at their place setting or on a table in the middle of the room, so people can use them when they want to. If your party will outside, you'll need outdoor activities. If your party is indoors, you'll need indoor activities. Having both available might be a good idea too. Just remember that if you're planning an outdoor party and environmental factors might ruin your plans (like rain), you'll want to have indoor activities available as a backup plan. For outdoor activities, you can set up carnival games, a s'mores station, or an outdoor movie theater. For indoor activities, you can set up a photo booth (all you need is a camera, a stand, a backdrop, and props), white elephant gift exchange, or a station for temporary tattoos. Choosing a theme for your party can also help you in planning activities. For certain occasions, a theme might lend itself (such as a party for a particular holiday). Otherwise, you'll have to come up with a theme and themed activities that you think will appeal to your guests. For a Roaring 20's themed party, screen a silent movie and set up some casino games. You can even make alcohol free cocktails if there will be too many younger people at the party for real ones. For a manly party, hire a cigar roller. Get a custom blend made up just for the occasion and then get someone to roll cigars for any guest that wants one. If you're having a formal gathering, you'll probably need to take a slightly different approach to entertaining. Make sure you account for this when you plan your event. Often, formal parties are more challenging, since people are less inclined to be social and friendly. This means that you might want to make sure that people have cues that can get them talking and interacting. You can have guests play the "Who am I?" game. This is where you write down the name of a well known person on a card and tape it to the back of each guest. The guest then has to ask questions of other guests to find out what person they've been assigned. Favors that get people doing an activity are also a great option for formal parties.
Summary:
Find ways for people to have fun together. Create space for introverts. Mix outdoor and indoor activities as needed. Theme your activities to the party. Account for formal parties.