Problem: Article: It's an everyday, immediate way to give yourself an endorphin rush. The act of laughing stimulates the production of endorphins and helps you feel good instantly. Laughter helps to relieve stress and has many other physical and emotional benefits. Laughing has so many therapeutic benefits that some people practice "laugh therapy" to schedule in some healthy laughter as often as possible. Sharing a joke with friends or finding something genuinely funny is the best way to make the most of laughter. Go for a deep, belly laugh that takes over your whole body. True smiles, called Duchenne smiles, result in the production of endorphins, giving your mood a boost. A Duchenne smile is one that engages your entire face, including your eyes. It's almost impossible to fake, and it only happens when you're really feeling happy. A smile that engages just your mouth, and not your eyes, doesn't have the same beneficial effects. To boost your mood with a smile, try looking at pictures that make you smile, or talk to a person who makes you happy. Studies show that gossiping stimulates pleasure centers in the brain and releases endorphins. Scientists believe that since we're social animals, and gossip developed as a way to stay connected, and we're rewarded for gossiping with an improved state of mind. Get together with people and talk about your friends and family. Remember that gossip is the act of talking about other people, but it doesn't have to be negative in tone. Just updating your mom on what your brother has been up to, or cracking jokes about your uncle's antics, is a way to strengthen family bonds and improve your mood. That feeling you get when a loved one walks into a room is the result of a mini flood of endorphins. Adding more love to your life is a great way to improve your happiness level. It's not something that will happen right away, since love takes awhile to blossom, but if you put your mind to developing closer relationships you'll end up reaping the benefits. This is true of both romantic love and platonic love. Being intimate with someone releases endorphins that make you feel great. You have the combined feeling of love plus the benefits of physical touch and the endorphin rush of having an orgasm. Having sex will boost your happiness right away. Having an orgasm on your own works, too. When you orgasm, endorphins are released into the bloodstream, immediately improving your mood.
Summary: Find more reasons to laugh. Smile, but make sure it's a real one. Give in to gossip. Be open to love. Have more sex.

Problem: Article: Simply reducing the access that rats have to food supplies and shelter is an excellent way to control the critters. If rats are a known or suspected problem, make sure to do things like: Cover all trash cans with tightly fitting, locking lids. Avoid leaving food or waste out in the open. Clean up all crumbs and other debris. Avoid letting things like newspapers, cardboard boxes, or clothing pile up. Keep grass and other plant material trimmed, and discard the trimmings. It's not always easy to tell how rats are getting in your home. They can enter walls and roofs through surprisingly small and out-of the way access points. However, covering any obvious access points (like holes in a wall or roof) will at least slow them down. Cover access points with wood, foam sealant, or similarly solid material. For a thorough job, ask a professional to inspect your home and deal with any potential access points they identify. Though they're not a quick fix, "mousers" can be great at controlling rodent problems. It's true that many cats are excellent hunters, and will pounce on any rats they find, and discourage others from sticking around. You might consider getting a cat for just this reason if you are bothered by the sounds of rats. Cats are not a perfect solution, however.
Summary: Get rid of clutter and waste. Cover all potential entryways. Get a cat.

Problem: Article: If worn well, cowboy boots can be a fashion statement for both men and women. Why not embrace them? Cowboy boots have a long and storied past: think cowhands, ranchers, John Wayne, and Clint Eastwood. They can be manly for men, stylish for ladies, and a great addition to a wardrobe. The height, tapered toes, and decorations make cowboy boots distinctive. They will be a focal point for your outfit. The cowboy boot's tapered toes are a fun contrast to the usual dress shoes. The added height provided by the heels will also create the illusion of being taller. Plain cowboy boots are a rarity. Most stand out with a variety of colors, leathers, and finishes, and many have added tooling or stitching. There are several basic kinds of cowboy boots out there, each with their own look. From the classic model to Ropers and Buckaroos, there is a style out there for everyone. Learn more about these and pick one that suits you and your personality. The classic boot usually has a shaft about 12 inches high and a Cuban-style heel, meaning that it is angled inward. In the old days, this design fit right into your stirrup. Ropers are designed for rodeos and have a lower shaft. The toe is also more rounded and the heel more like that of a typical work boot. The Stockman is a lot like the classic look. However, it has a shorter and wider heel. Western work boots tend to look more like the Roper, but with a larger (and sometimes steel) toe. Many will also have rubber soles for better traction. Buckaroos may be the most flashy of all. They are tall over 14 inches and often have detailed tooling or decoration on the shaft. They are made to protect the legs, and to be seen. In addition to your shoe size, the boots need to be the right width. Women's cowboy boots are typically sized in A, B and C widths, while men's cowboy boots are typically sized in B, D and EE widths. The key to wearing cowboy boots well is to have confidence. In most areas, cowboy boots are uncommon and maybe even a bit gauche. People will look. You have to wear them like you mean it and carry yourself with flair. Mind your body language when you walk: backbone up and chest held high. Your posture and demeanor will show if you're self-conscious. While you should be confident, be careful not to take things too far in the direction of campiness. The cowboy boot, used poorly, can look slightly ridiculous think the Village People or Marty McFly in Back to the Future III. Use your better judgement; the key is subtlety. Try not to incorporate more than one "Western" themed item into your outfit at once, for example, unless you're actually working on the range. If you're wearing cowboy boots, avoid spurs, cowboy hats, ponchos, and bolo ties. Boots with garish colors, too much decoration, or exotic skins like shark, skate, or snake will also draw extra attention.
Summary:
Embrace the boot. Know the different styles of cowboy boots. Choose the right size. Be confident. Try to avoid camp.