If you have your brain concentrate on a moderately difficult activity, it might stop causing the hiccups. If you have been drinking, you might have to concentrate a little harder, but in this case that might actually help. Try one of these tasks: Count backwards from 100. Say or sing the alphabet backwards Do multiplication problems (4 x 2 = 8; 4 x 5 = 20; 4 x 6 = 24; etc.) Say each letter of the alphabet and a word that begins with that letter Normally, we don't think about breathing. If you concentrate on it, however, it might help end the hiccups. Try holding your breath and slowly counting to 10. Try inhaling through your nose as slowly and as deeply as you can, then exhale slowly through your mouth. Repeat this several times. If there is an abnormally high level of carbon dioxide in your blood, your brain will focus on this, and the hiccups may stop. You can increase your bloodstream's carbon dioxide level by breathing abnormally: Hold your breath as long as you can Breathe deeply and slowly Blow up a balloon Breathe into a paper bag You might try bending over as you drink, or drinking from the far side of the glass. Since this is an unusual way to drink, you will have to concentrate not to spill the water. The distraction might help end the hiccups. Make sure that is only water that you are drinking and not alcohol, which can cause hiccups. Being frightened is a good way to take you mind off of something, including hiccups. If you are really scared by something, your brain might focus on that rather than the hiccup reflex. For this to work, you will need a friend to helpask them to leap out of the darkness or jump around a corner when you least expect it.

Summary: Try counting or other rote activities. Focus on breathing. Increase the amount of carbon dioxide in your bloodstream. Drink water in an uncomfortable position. Have someone scare you.

Eating breakfast will prevent hunger throughout the morning, and give you a fuller feeling throughout the day. In addition, eating breakfasts regularly may reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Try oatmeal with fruit, milk and nuts in the morning. This breakfast is an excellent mix of protein, whole grains and fiber. It will keep you feeling full past noon. Another option is an omelette with spinach, cheese and avocado. The mix of protein, healthy fats and fiber will also increase the time you can last until your next meal. Try turkey, chicken, pork, egg whites, beans, tofu and non-fat Greek yogurt to feel more satisfied all day long. Don't limit your protein consumption to meals, but include protein during light snacks throughout the day. Peanut butter may also help you feel less hungry. According to a study conducted by Purdue University, peanut butter seems to lessen appetite for up to two hours longer than a low-fiber, high-carb snack such as potato chips. Make sure your protein isn't laden with high fructose corn syrup or other sucrose-based additives. Cooking fats like olive oil, avocado, nut oils, coconut oil and even butter can make you feel more satisfied with your meal. You might start to feel hungry if fat levels drop too severely. Including some olive oil or other heart-healthy fats may help you feel less hungry. A recent study showed that volunteers who included an avocado with their lunches were 40% less likely to report feeling hungry later in the day than people who didn't. Part of olive oil's appetite suppressing abilities appears to come from its aroma, so including aromatic olive oil as a regular part of your diet may serve to decrease appetite.

Summary: Eat breakfast every morning. Eat plenty of lean protein. Eat healthy fats.

When ceasing alcohol or tobacco, the body may experience withdrawal without continued use. Withdrawal symptoms from tobacco and alcohol can include: anxiety, depression, fatigue, headache, nausea, shaking, stomach cramps, and elevated heart rate. While tobacco withdrawal can be unpleasant on both body and emotions, alcohol withdrawal can be dangerous. Severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms varies by how much you drink, for how long, and your condition of health. Some symptoms can start within hours after drinking, peak within days, and improve within the week. Alcohol withdrawal can lead to symptoms which causes severe mental and neurological problems. This may include body tremors, agitation, restlessness, fear, hallucinations and seizures. Seek medical attention if you experience these symptoms. If you are a long-term and heavy drinker, consider a medically supervised detox. While no prescription medication exists to concurrently treat alcohol and nicotine together, interventions exist to treat alcohol dependence and nicotine addiction. Prescription medication can be used to treat alcohol dependence, including use of naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram. These medications can help with withdrawal symptoms and relapse. Choose a method for nicotine withdrawal. While some people quit "cold turkey", others choose to taper off nicotine exposure in order to reduce withdrawal symptoms. Many options are available for nicotine replacement such as gum, a patch, nasal sprays and prescription medications (such as bupropion) while your body adjusts to lower levels of nicotine.

Summary: Observe withdrawal symptoms. Monitor withdrawal. Seek medication intervention.

Make sure the edges are lined up and pinned before you begin stitching. You are making a mini-version of the main blanket, only without the batting. One side of the rectangle should still be open so you can flip the fabric right-side out. Snip off the corners with scissors. This gives your pocket nice, sharp edges. Again, reach into the opening and use a pencil to push out the corners. Press the fabric with a warm iron, locking the stitches and smoothing out any wrinkles. Fold the open side of the rectangle so its is even with the edge of the rest of the pillow pocket. Use the iron to crease the fold and pin the opening closed. You will be sewing these edges later, when you attach them to the large blanket.
Summary: Fold the 12 yard (0.5m) fabric in half, right sides facing each other, and stitch the long edges of the rectangle together with a 12 inch (1.3cm) seam. Turn the blanket right-side out through the open side of the pillow pocket. Sew a 1/4 inch seam to close the open edge only; do not stitch the way around the pocket.