Cheddar cheese can be labeled mild, sharp, or extra sharp. The level of sharp indicates how long the cheese has been aged. The amount of aging increases as you go from mild to extra sharp. As the cheese ages, the texture of the cheese changes. Mild and sharp cheddar cheese have a smoother, creamier texture than extra sharp cheddar and will be easier to melt. It will require more heat to melt extra sharp cheddar then to melt less-aged cheddar cheese. Mild and sharp cheddar cheese have a higher moisture content than extra sharp cheddar. You can shred cheese with a knife, box grater, or food processor. Using a box grater is the most common and easiest method. Grasp the cheese firmly in your hand and press the short end firmly against the blades of the box grater. Using localized pressure, move the block of cheese up and down along the grater. It is best to shred the cheese while it is still cold. If you shred cheese when it is too warm, you will end up with mush. If you do not want to shred the cheese yourself, you can buy cheese that has already been shredded. However, the end result will be creamier and taste better if you shred it yourself. If you're having trouble shredding the cheddar, put it in the freezer for 10-30 minutes to harden it. Once grated, allow the shredded cheddar to remain out on the counter until it becomes room temperature. Doing this will lessen the length of time you'll have to expose the cheddar to heat before it melts. Over exposure to heat will cause melted cheddar to become unpleasantly rubbery or greasy, so the less heat you have to use, the better. Pile the shredded cheddar into a bowl that can easily hold all of it, with room to spare. Do not place the cheese on a plate when it begins to melt, it will run off the plate and you'll have a melted mess to clean out of your microwave.

Summary: Start with mild or sharp cheddar. Shred the cheese. Bring the cheese to room temperature. Place the cheese in a microwave-safe bowl.

Deposit enough money into your account to cover the amount of the cashier's check. If you are purchasing the check from a bank where you don't have an account, bring the amount in cash. You will have to pay a small fee to pay for the service the bank provides. If you are a customer of the bank where you purchase the cashier's check, you may receive a discounted price for the service. If you are not a customer of the bank where you purchase the check, you may have to pay a higher fee (typically some percentage of the check amount). Banks are not required to issue these checks to the general public. Some upper-level bank accounts may qualify for free cashier's check service. Any bank can issue a cashier's check, but the best option for you will be the cheapest option. Check with your bank to find out if you qualify for any special pricing or fee waivers. Compare prices between different banks to get the best deal. The top ten banks in the United States have an average cashier's check fee of $9.10. A bank teller will prepare a cashier's check for you on the spotyou do not need an appointment. You will, however, have to meet face-to-face with a teller to get the check. The teller may have to sign the check for you, he may use a stamp, or another method of verification. The amount of the check you are purchasing plus the bank's fee will be debited from the account into which you deposited the funds. If you are not a customer at the bank where you purchase the check, present your cash for the check's amount plus the bank's fee. Find out fee costs ahead of time to ensure you have the cash to cover the full amount.

Summary: Prepare the necessary funds. Visit your chosen bank to purchase the check. Give a bank teller all the information you have prepared, and allow him to print the check for you. Pay for the check.

Pick a really close friend or relative and talk to them about your problem. You'll find that people who care about you will go out of their way to make you feel better, feel supported, and feel more connected. After all, having a solid support system is one of the most important things in feeling connected to the people around you. Your friend or relative will know how you feel and might be more understanding if you're in a situation where you feel lonely. They might offer advice or perspective on how you feel. They'll try to make you feel loved and supported. One reason you might be lonely in a crowd is that you're surrounded by people who are extroverts, much more social than you, or even share drastically different worldviews or interests. A good way to overcome this is to find others like yourself with whom you can relate and socialize. Try to: Talk to many different people briefly in order to find people more like yourself. Master the art of the quick interview. Try asking people about where they grew up, where they live, where they went to school, or what they do for a living. These are easy ways of finding people you share something in common with. Don't trap yourself in the idea that no one is like you. Sometimes our loneliness is compounded by the fact that we feel too stressed and too drained talking and entertaining others. Instead, try to listen to others. Many people who are extroverts and like to socialize also like to talk about themselves. View this as an opportunity. They'll enjoy you listening to them, and you'll create your own niche as someone who listens to others. Practice conversing with different people and getting yourself used to socializing. This way, when you're in a crowd, you'll be more at ease when it comes to talking to people and forming connections. Talk to people about things you have in common, like where you grew up, schools you went to, or friends you share in common. Talk to people about current events like the weather, sports, or things happening in your community. Avoid steering a conversation toward your own interests at the expense of others. You might be lonely in a crowd because you're not used to socializing in large groups. One way to overcome this is to make yourself socialize. Practice makes perfect. The more you socialize, the easier it'll be, and the more comfortable you'll be talking to other people and making friends. Focus on deep conversations, rather than chit-chat and superficial discussion. If appropriate, ask people what they think about something you are interested in. Socialize with people you know and care about. Start in environments you feel comfortable in.
Summary: Open up to close friends or relatives. Find others like you. Listen to others. Master the art of conversation. Force yourself to socialize.