As sad as it is to believe, some praisers are merely doing so to set you up for a request or favor in the future. They've played into the concept that "flattery will get you everywhere" and may be complimenting you to win approval or even forgiveness for some wrongdoing. If a person continually lays on the praise, be wary of any demands they may ask of you in the future. False flattery is actually a disguised form of emotional manipulation: the person is buttering you up to get their way. Distance yourself from the person, if possible. If not, avoid letting them get their way with you. Whether you're delighted because you were recognized or secretly pissed because the person's adoration is dishonest, take time to feel what you're feeling. Don't ignore the way you are feeling, or this may begin to chip away at your self-esteem, especially if you do not do something to create boundaries with the person. Own your emotions, but don't let them get to your head. An insincere compliment can bring up feelings of shame or self-doubt. Give yourself a time-out if needed to collect yourself. Take a few deep breaths to cool off. Remind yourself of your positive traits, or call up an authentic friend who will help you see the positives. If someone thought you'd fall prey to false flattery, they may see you as lacking self-esteem. They assumed that by merely throwing a disingenuous compliment your way, you'd give in to their demands or view them favorably. If you tend to rollover after false praise, you may need to work on your confidence. Boost your self-esteem by making the most of accomplishments and failures. Use accomplishments to help you acknowledge and affirm your abilities. Use failure to help you pinpoint weaknesses for future growth. Stop comparing yourself to the people around you. This is a surefire way to make your confidence suffer. Know that you have something unique to offer the world that no one else can. Try something new. Developing and honing new skills can help you build self-efficacy and start to believe in your abilities. Go back to school and further your education. Or, ask your boss for some on-the-job training in a new area. Try reading a confidence boosting audiobook if your self-esteem becomes a constant problem for you and you begin taking things too personally. One good option is The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem by Dr. Nathaniel Branden.
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One-sentence summary -- Don't give in to any subsequent requests. Own your feelings. Boost your self-esteem.

Spray an even layer of nonstick cooking spray into each mold, giving each one a thorough, even coat. Use a dry paper towel to clean off the excess cooking spray from the top of the molds. Make sure that the molds you use are labeled for use with isomalt or sugar-based hard candy. The high temperatures you'll be working with could melt molds that are not durable enough. Only add about 1/2 cup (125 ml) of melted isomalt to the pastry bag. Adding more could cause the bag to weaken or melt. Adding too much can also cause burns. Using pastry may make it easier for you to work with the melted isomalt, but many find the step to be an unnecessary one. Do not cut off the tip of the pastry bag before adding the isomalt. Leave the tip intact for now. Make sure that you still continue to wear oven mitts while handling the pastry bag. The heat of the melted isomalt can still burn you through the bag. Place just enough melted isomalt into each mold compartment to fill it. Only cut the tip of the pastry bag when you are ready to fill the molds. The isomalt will pour out quickly, so you'll need to be careful. Regardless of how you pour the melted isomalt, you should let it pour out in a thin stream. Doing so will minimize the number of bubbles that form. Lightly tap the bottom of the mold on a counter, table, or another hard surface to release any bubbles from the syrup after you fill the molds. Depending on the size of your molds, the isomalt should harden into a stiff decoration within 5 to 15 minutes. Once the isomalt cools, it should naturally pull away from the sides of the mold. You should be able to simply tip the mold on its side and watch the pieces tumble out. The isomalt decorations can be stored in airtight containers or used immediately. If you plan on sticking the decorations to something like a cake, apply a little corn syrup or melted isomalt to the back of the decoration using a toothpick, then stick the decoration onto the cake. It should remain in place without any difficulty.
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One-sentence summary -- Coat the molds with cooking spray. Transfer the syrup into a pastry bag, if desired. Pour or squeeze the syrup into the molds. Let the syrup set. Use as desired.

Both you and your dog are the most safe when your dog is securely crated in the back seat of your car. If your dog is freely roaming there are chances of them obstructing your driving and increasing their risk of injury. If your dog isn't crate trained, use a harness and dog safety-belt to secure it in the vehicle instead. Dogs should never travel in the beds of pickup trucks. Not only will they be directly exposed to the elements, they may also suffer fatal injuries should you get into an accident. Keeping your dog in a truck bed is also illegal in some areas. Feeding your dog hours before you begin traveling will help prevent motion sickness. Provide small snacks that are high in protein during rest stops to keep your dog satisfied. Feed your dog small portions of their regular food or small treats whenever you take a break from driving. If your dog is prone to car sickness consult your vet for remedies. Stopping frequently to let your dog stretch their legs and relieve themselves will help keep them happy, comfortable, and relaxed throughout the entire trip. Try and find dog-friendly locations to make stops at. Even if the windows are cracked cars can quickly become too hot and dehydrate your dog. In order to avoid a conflict try finding a dog-friendly stop along your route. Enlist the help of a friend if you must leave your dog. Remember, dogs can succumb to heatstroke in just 15 minutes.
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One-sentence summary -- Keep your dog crated in the back seat. Feed your dog a few hours before travel and provide snacks at rest stops. Stop frequently for exercise and bathroom breaks. Never leave your dog unattended in your car.

You can create even zig-zag lines by moving your arm back and forth in a uniform way across the entire sheet of cake balls. To decorate the cake pops, you can either sprinkle by hand or dip them in the sprinkles while the chocolate is still in a liquid state, if you're not drizzling chocolate on top. To ensure a hard coating and for any topping to appear more uniform, place the cake balls in the freezer or refrigerator for about an hour or two. Now enjoy and serve your yummy cake pops!
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Drizzle additional melted chocolate on top. Use the rainbow sprinkles on the cake balls. Chill the cake balls again. Finished.