Most cheesecake recipes have a final step that involves chilling it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours and sometimes even longer. Make sure to let the cheesecake cool completely before freezing it. Carefully place your cheesecake in the freezer as is. Keep it in there for about 1 hour and then take it out again. to cardboard. Get a durable piece of cardboard that's at least as big as the cheesecake lengthwise and widthwise. Wrap the piece of cardboard in aluminum foil. Loosen the edges of the cheesecake with a dull knife and then carefully lift it out of the pan it's in. Place the cheesecake directly on top of the cardboard. If you baked the cheesecake in a springform pan, carefully remove the sides of the pan before transporting the cheesecake. The best way to transport the cheesecake is with three spatulas and the help of a friend. In order to protect your cheesecake from freezer burn, you'll need to keep it separated from the cold air. Wrap the entire cheesecake, including the cardboard it's on, with two layers of plastic wrap followed by one layer of aluminum foil. Write the date and the type of cheesecake on the aluminum foil with a permanent marker. This way, you can keep track of how long your cheesecake is frozen. Put the cheesecake back in the freezer. It may still be safe to eat after two or three months, but it'll taste best if eaten within one month. As you put the cheesecake in the freezer, carefully place it to ensure it doesn't get crushed by the weight of other foods. If you thaw the cheesecake and you notice that it's dry, the crust is moist, and/or the edges of the cheesecake are brown or tan, it's most likely no longer safe to eat.

Summary: Let the entire cheesecake cool for 4 hours. Freeze it uncovered for about 1 hour. Move the cheesecake from its pan Wrap the cheesecake in plastic wrap and foil. Label and date the cheesecake. Keep it in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Write down a list that eliminates unhealthy snacks and incorporates healthy snacks you want to try. Do your best to stick to the list, while also keeping an open mind to trying new things. The unfortunate truth is that organic, sugar-free, and low-fat items are generally more expensive. If you rely on fresh fruits and vegetables, you may find that you're shopping more frequently and having to replenish food items in larger quantities. This is where fresh fruit, vegetables, dairy, and fresh grains are stocked. The inner aisles carry processed and packaged foods such as potato chips, cookies, and frozen snacks. Health food stores offer healthy options throughout the entire store. Feel free to wander unhindered! If you want a packaged snack, make sure to read the ingredients on the label. A label that claims it has all-natural ingredients does not always mean it is a healthy choice. A common example is all-natural fruit juice, which is actually high in sugar. Organic may be healthier, but it can still be an unnecessary and indulgent snack. Choosing a package of cookies just because they are organic will do nothing to improve your snacking habits. Stick with healthy food choices and avoid purchasing items that you can easily do without.

Summary: Create a shopping list. Be prepared to spend more money. Keep to the outer rim of the grocery store. Read and compare the labels. Avoid indulgent purchases.

. This is a hugely important part of being determined and achieving your goals. Negative thinking will lower your resolve and even cause you to give up on your goals. Positivity, on the other hand, allows you to persevere. Learn to identify the negative language you use on yourself and situations. For example, if you find yourself thinking "I'm so weak I can't even do one push-up," change that thought. Instead, think more positively by reframing that thought to something like, "I have trouble doing push-ups now, but if I stick with my routine, I will gradually be able to do them." . Often, when you get feedback or work on improving yourself, you focus on the things that need to be improved. This is a good strategy, but you should also figure out your strengths and use those to help you stay determined to achieve your goals. Have friends/coworkers/family/teachers give you examples of times when you excelled (when you used your strengths). Recognize common themes throughout the examples that portray your character strengths. For example, if people choose examples of times when you were really resourceful, you might leverage your resourcefulness to help you reach your goals (e.g., researching the best savings account interest rates to help you save the $10,000). . Confidence is the ability to believe in yourself, no matter how bad things are looking. Self-confident people experience a hurdle and believe that they can overcome it. This, in a nutshell, is determination. Determination is seeing a roadblock and believing that you can get past it, not necessarily because you have evidence that you've done so in the past, but because you believe in your abilities. To portray confidence on the outside, walk tall, lift your chin and stand in a power pose (hands on hips). The more you practice acting self-confident, the more you'll trick your brain into believing that you are. To feel confident on the inside, stop comparing yourself to other people. Comparisons zap your self-esteem. Drop the comparisons by wearing a rubber band on your wrist and snapping it against your skin each time you catch yourself comparing. Flexibility is the art of being open to change. Just as a person doing yoga bends without breaking, neither should you in the face of challenges. The course you're currently traveling will likely diverge at some point. Your goals may change and the methods you use to reach them will, too. One of the best ways to stay flexible is by trying new things. Getting outside of your comfort zone helps keep you flexible, so make a list of activities or experiences you haven't tried and start ticking them off. Switching up your routine also builds flexibility. Instead of driving home from work or school, take the bus or ride your bike. Also, take a completely new route, or do something spontaneous, such as stopping for an ice cream cone or browsing a few shops. . It's much easier to be determined about your goals when your body is sustained by good fuel, enough sleep, and a good amount of exercise. All these things can help fend off issues like stress and anxiety that make it much harder to maintain determination. Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep each night, with as many of those hours before midnight as possible. To help your body get into sleep mode more quickly, turn off your electronic devices (like computer, phone, iPad) at least 30 minutes before you go to bed. Eat lots of veggies and fruits (especially the dark green and colorful ones, which have more nutrients). Avoid eating lots of sugars and salty or processed foods, which can make you feel sluggish or depressed. Go for good carbohydrates like brown rice, oatmeal, and sprouted wheat. Get enough protein by choosing eggs, fish, lean meats, etc. Exercise for 30 minutes every day. Exercising releases good chemicals like endorphins, which can give you more energy and make you feel happier. Exercise can be anything from putting on a music playlist and having a dance party to going for a long run.

Summary: Eliminate negative thinking Play to your strengths Build your self-confidence Practice flexibility. Make healthy choices

Hold the treat close to your palm that's on the ground, so that your palm is in between the treat and the chicken. Keep holding the treat close to your palm on the ground so the chicken has to walk onto your palm to get it. Don't give the chicken the treat just yet. Make sure both of its feet are on your palm before you bridge and give it the treat. Don't lift your palm off the ground yet. Let the chicken get comfortable stepping on your hand a few times first. Wait for the chicken to step onto your palm before you lift it. Don't lift your hand too high at first or you may startle the chicken. Keep your hand steady in the air. Don't rush the process. Take it slow so the chicken gets used to standing on your hand. After a few sessions, try moving your palm back and forth slowly while the chicken is on it. Eventually, you should be able to walk around with the chicken perched on your hand. When you're ready for the chicken to get off your hand, gently place your hand on the ground so it can step off.
Summary: Put your palm face up on the ground and hold a treat in your free hand. Show the chicken the treat and wait for it to walk over. Make your bridge noise and give the chicken the treat once it's on your palm. Try again, this time lifting your palm a few inches off the ground. Repeat daily, lifting your palm a few inches higher each session.