Article: You don't need to spout of a list of facts or quote the entire Sunday paper in order to impress people with how refined you are. In fact, when it comes to being refined, less is more. You should say what's on your mind in a succinct and clear way that leaves little up to doubt. Don't bog your peers or strangers down in facts or in an effort to show off; instead, state your opinions briefly and confidently, and you'll be showing that you're a refined person who doesn't need to ramble on to make a point. You don't need to speak in long, elaborate sentences to try to impress people. Short, concise sentences with clear words are best. You also don't need to use million-dollar words to make your points, either. It's better if everyone can understand you. Refined people are never in a rush because they're sophisticated enough to give themselves time to do everything they want to do. They don't rush to dinner, they don't speak too fast, and they don't rifle around their purses at top speed to find something because they already know that everything is in place. If you want to be refined, then you should work on moving in a confident, precise manner instead of moving fast, talking fast, and acting fast. Instead of speaking fast and saying "um" and "like" every two seconds to fill the pauses, practice talking more slowly and really thinking before you speak so you can avoid using those conversational fillers. Though refined people do get their feathers ruffled on occasion, they tend to keep their cool in public. Therefore, they avoid cursing when they get upset or saying anything untoward in the heat of the moment. In fact, they generally avoid being vulgar by mentioning sex, going to the bathroom, or any other subjects that are likely to be distasteful to some people. This doesn't mean that refined people are boring, but that they're just classy. Cursing is a sign of bad breeding and refined people avoid it at all costs. If you do lose your cool and curse, however, just apologize. Nobody can be refined all the time, and sometimes, our bodies betray us and make noises that make other people giggle. It's okay if you find yourself belching after a meal or passing gas, but the best thing to do, if you want to be refined, is to politely excuse yourself instead of pretending like nothing happened. Swallow your pride and do this and you'll be projecting refinement in no time. Just a simple "pardon me" before moving on is perfectly fine. Though you don't have to talk like Prince William, you should avoid using too much slang in your conversation if you want to sound refined. Avoid colloquialisms like "ya'll" "you guys," or "hella," if you want to sound like a refined person who is cultured and well-mannered. Be aware of the regional phrases you use, or which terms come from pop culture, and try to find a way around them when you can. Refined people speak in a way that is timeless, not based on popular terms, such as "BFF" or "selfie." Of course, if everyone around you uses a ton of slang, you don't want to stand out completely by using proper language, but you should avoid slang as much as possible to sound refined. If you want to be refined, then you should avoid talking about anything that can be viewed as offensive, especially if you find yourself in mixed company. Remember that something that might go over well with your best friend may not work well in a crowd; avoid talking about sex, body parts, using the bathroom, or any statements that may be seen as offensive or off-color that relate to politics. It's better to assume that the people around you can be easily offended than to make what you think is an innocent joke that ends up really hurting a person's feelings. To be refined, you can still discuss interesting topics while making sure that you're not scandalizing anyone. If someone else brings up a vulgar topic that you're not comfortable with, you can also do your best to steer the conversation in a direction that makes you feel more comfortable. Refined people rarely say something that is thoughtless or offensive and don't often find themselves apologizing for misspeaking because they've thought everything through. They don't blurt out the first thing that comes to their heads and stop to ask themselves how the comment would be received and if their intentions would be clear before they said anything. Refined people literally take the time to "refine" their words before they say them, so that they are said with elegance and grace. Before you say something, look at the person you're talking to and think about whether the statement would make the person upset, or, if you're in a large group, if the statement would be better made privately. You don't have to give fake compliments you don't believe in just to sound refined, but you should work on making people feel special when they deserve it. The art of giving a compliment is a difficult one to master, and once you learn how to compliment a person's important traits without overstepping your bounds, you'll be on your way to sounding even more refined than ever. Refined people also have an eye for detail and are quick to notice a new piece of jewelry or footwear that is truly worth complimenting. To sound truly refined, you can say something like, "That's the most exquisite scarf I've ever seen" instead of, "Oh my god, what an awesome scarf!" Refined people are confident that what they say will be heard because they've chosen their words carefully. Speaking so loud that the person across the restaurant can hear every word you say is a sign of bad breeding, as well as a lack of respect toward others. Make sure you modulate your voice when you talk to people, and wait to grab their attention instead of speaking so loudly that they are forced to listen. Don't loudly interrupt people to try to get your point across, either. Wait your turn if you want to be refined.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Keep it simple. Slow down. Avoid cursing. Excuse yourself if you belch or pass gas. Avoid slang. Avoid vulgar conversational topics. Think before you speak. Give compliments. Don't speak too loudly.
Article: They're notorious for making people tear up when they're sliced which means they're a quick and easy way for you to start producing tears for the weepy look of the bedeviled pink eye. Onions produce a sulfur compound called syn-propanethial-S-oxide. When an onion is cut open, the compound is released into the air. When the chemical reaches your eyes, the lachrymal glands above the eyelids (responsible for the regulation of tears) produce tears to help wash away the irritating chemical. Sweet onions produce less syn-propanethial-S-oxide than other onion varieties because the sugar and high water content can abate the irritating enzymes. So if you're really looking to get the tears going, chop the pungent red or white onions instead of the sweet yellow Vidalias. If you aren't trying to get too creative with your tear production techniques, then get some eye drops from the drugstore or supermarket. Usually, directions on eye drop containers suggest only one or two spurts into the eye. To create the illusion of more tears, put a few extra drops than you normally would into your eyes and let them run down your face. Don't wipe the drops off your cheeks so that everyone will assume your eyes are in a constant state of weeping. Ever wonder how actors manage to cry on the spot? They could just be really good at their jobs... or they could also be using a menthol stick. Menthol sticks are waxy substances that come in lipstick tubes. To use it, you rub the waxy menthol beneath your eyes and then wait for your eyes to water. These are commonly used in theater productions to create realistic crying scenes. If you're gonna act like you have pink eye, why not really give in to the performance and do as the professionals do?
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Chop some onions. Use eye drops. Use a menthol stick.