INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Even if you only intend to engage in a sexual relationship with one boyfriend, prepare for the possibility that temptation may overcome your intentions in the heat of the moment. Remember that not all contraceptives prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STD). You owe it to yourself and to your boyfriends to ensure that everyone remains healthy. Always, always use a condom. Schedule regular physical exams as an additional safeguard. Never place your partners' physical health in jeopardy. If you discover you've contracted an STD, your partners need to know even if it means spilling the beans to one about the existence of the other. The human brain is wired to tell the truth. Secrets especially those we perceive as negative can stress the part of the brain charged with sharing information. To cope with this burden your brain produces stress hormones that can impact your memory, blood pressure, gastrointestinal tract and metabolism.

SUMMARY: Use proper protection if your relationships are sexual. Know when you need to tell. Recognize that secrecy may also strain your mental and emotional health.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you react with anger and frustration in a situation, sometimes it's because you misunderstand how other people feel. Having a better understanding of what other people feel will help you figure out how to react appropriately in certain situations. Try looking at pictures of different faces to see if you can "read" emotions. Even looking through a magazine or a photo album can be helpful. Search online for "reading emotions" to find examples of faces that you can test yourself with. For example, the DNA Learning Center has some tools to learn how to read faces. Sometimes, when you think that someone is getting angry with you, you might respond by getting angry back at this person. But before the misunderstanding escalates, check in with the other person to learn more about what he is feeling. Try saying, "Did I say something wrong?" or "Are we okay?" This will give both of you a chance to check in with your feelings before you get into an argument. When you get angry, your first impulse may be to hit, push, or kick someone. If you are responding to a bully, you are giving this person what he wants, which is a reaction from you. If you are bullying someone else, you are responding with violence that can hurt someone. If you feel like you need to punch or hit, rather than hitting a person, hit an object, like a pillow. In passive anger expression, you don't actually deal directly with the person who hurt or angered you. Instead, you get even with them in other ways, such as talking negatively behind the person's back or insulting the person at a later time. Aggressive anger expressions, such as shouting at someone, are the most problematic. There is the possibility of violence and negative consequences for failure to control angry outbursts. This can interfere with everyday functioning if anger happens frequently and is out of control. Assertive expression of anger is the most constructive way to express anger. Assertiveness cultivates mutual respect for each other. Anger is expressed, but in a way where it is non-accusatory and mutually respectful. Assertive communication emphasizes that both people's needs are important. To communicate assertively, give the facts without making accusations. Here is an example: "I was hurt and angry because it seems like you were belittling my project when you laughed during my presentation. I don't know what was going on, but it seems like you weren't paying attention or taking my hard work seriously. I could have just misunderstood what was going on. Can we talk and work this out?" In order to get respect, you have to give it. Then you will foster cooperation and reciprocal respect. Your communications should convey requests rather than demands. Using please and thank you is not only polite, but it also shows respect for others. "When you have the time, could you" "It would be a great help if you Thanks, I appreciate it!" When you figure out how you're feeling, convey the real feeling, like hurt, and keep judgment statements out of it. Stick to what you feel. For example, you could say: "It seems to me that you are not being sensitive to my feelings when you read your paper instead of listening to what I'm trying to say." Be sure to get your point across by stating exactly what the issue is. For instance, if your co-worker is speaking very loudly on the phone and it's difficult for you to do your work, you can state your request like this: "Would you please lower the volume of your voice on the telephone? It's making it very difficult for me to concentrate on my work. I'd really appreciate it. Thanks." By saying this, you are directly addressing the other person. You are making it clear what you need and letting him know why it is a problem for you. As you engage in social interactions, keep track of what makes you upset. An anger journal will help you find patterns that you can then use to tailor a specific anger management strategy for yourself. Keeping track of this information will help you learn what triggers your anger. Then you can avoid those situations when possible, or take steps to reduce your anger in situations that are unavoidable. When you record in your journal, you can make the following observations: What provoked the anger? What thoughts occurred as you got angry? A trigger is something that precedes and causes your feelings of anger. Once you start tracking your anger by writing down when it occurs and what causes it, you can start to look for patterns. Some common trigger patterns for anger include: Not being able to control other's actions. Other people disappointing you for not meeting your expectations. Not being able to control daily life events. Someone trying to manipulate you. Getting mad at yourself for a mistake.

SUMMARY: Practice reading others' expressions. Double-check your perceptions with others. Avoid responding with physical aggression. Avoid expressing your anger in a passive way. Avoid expressing your anger in an aggressive way. Express your anger assertively. Be respectful. Communicate your own feelings. Make your communications clear and specific. Keep an anger journal. Assess what triggers your anger.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Before you look into the differences between guitars of different price ranges, you have to decide how much you're willing to pay at most. Find your maximum and then work from there. Know that most people recommend not paying less than $300 for a new guitar, even if you're a beginner, as the quality will make it sound inferior and difficult to play. Of course if you can find a good deal on a used guitar, there might an exception to the $300 rule. If you're on a tight budget, an acoustic guitar with a laminate top might work for. They're cheaper than solid wood tops, but they don't vibrate as well. This means that the sound won't be as rich and the volume not as loud. You can tell whether a guitar is a laminate top or solid wood top by feeling the top. Laminate tops will feel and look glossier and smoother than pure wood. It's important to consider how much experience you have with guitar because it will help determine how much to spend. An amateur will expect to upgrade guitars eventually, and doesn't have much need for the subtle aspects that make a high-end guitar better than a budget guitar. If you're more experienced with the guitar, you'll want to aim for something in the $700-$1200 range. If you're a pro, something in the $1200-$2500 range will last you a lifetime. Most well-known guitar brands have models for every price point, but some brands do certain price points better. Some brands to look into includes Fender, Yamaha, Epiphone, Takamine, Washburn, Taylor, and Martin. Fender and Yamaha both make several models of acoustic guitars that are rated highly for beginners on a budget. Washburn, Epiphone, and Takamine all make great acoustic guitars for those with a little higher budget. These are great brands for intermediate players. Taylor and Martin make many high-end acoustic guitars. These guitars will be more expensive but for good reason.

SUMMARY:
Asses your budget. Choose between a laminate and solid wood top. Consider your skill level. Look into some of the best brands for each price point.