INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A big part of being able to cope with rejection sensitivity is recognizing when it's happening. If you think you have rejection sensitivity, you will need to acknowledge your tendency to overreact to certain social situations. Then, it's necessary to remember that just because you feel a certain way doesn't make it real. Think of it like you are adding an extra step to your usual response. As soon as you start to feel the emotions associated with rejection, turn up your self-awareness. Start analyzing the situation to determine whether it's really a rejection or not. Your sensors are trying to get a handle on the situation, and that's good. It's not healthy to act first and think later. People who are sensitive to rejection may respond in a more hostile way than others. Take some time to yourself in order to prevent your emotions from ruining your relationship or reputation. Take a deep breath and count to 10. Leave the environment for a few minutes, if needed. Do whatever you need to calm down and get a handle on your emotions before responding. Becoming hostile or ugly in response to perceived rejection will only make you feel more excluded in the long run. Take a moment to consciously step away from any negative thoughts that might be running through your head. Instead, focus on your emotions. Don't try to label or analyze them just allow yourself to feel and acknowledge them, without judgment. After a while, your emotions will begin to feel less intense, and you will be able to approach the situation more rationally. If you are feeling overwhelmed by your emotions in the moment, it can be useful to ground yourself by taking a moment to focus on something else. Try not to dwell on what you're feeling. Instead, turn your attention to some non-emotional feature of the situation or your environment. For example, call to mind what the other person is wearing. Think about the decor and design elements of the room. Remember what you ate for breakfast earlier that day. Do whatever you need to detach from the situation and calm down. You can also try picking something specific to look for in your immediate environment, like a color or a type of object. For example, look around and try to spot as many blue things as you can in the room. People who are sensitive to rejection always see themselves at the center of a situation. You might think you're being rejected because of something you did, but it may not be about you. Try to come up with other explanations for why the person may be behaving a certain way. For example, if you don't have children and you're trying to make plans with a busy mom, she may not have as much flexibility to meet up as you do. Any rejection may simply be about her not having the freedom to make plans, or the ability to arrange for child-care at the last minute--it has nothing to do with you. People with rejection sensitivity are so tuned into their own emotions that it may be hard to consider another perspective. Talk with someone you trust about what is going on to get an objective view on the situation. A trusted friend or family member can help you see other possible points-of-view. Ask someone, "Hey, can I get your take on this situation? I asked Jan to meet up for coffee, but she keeps making excuses. How should I feel about that?" If, after calming yourself, you would like to gain a better understanding about the situation, pull the person aside to talk. Do so politely. This is not a confrontation, but a discussion to get a better understanding. You might say, "Hey, Jan. I've really been working hard to make plans with you, but it feels like you don't actually want to get together. What's going on here? Can you help me understand?" Keep in mind that some people use rejection as a form of constructive criticism. The person might be using "tough love" to help you learn and grow. Try asking the person for clarification and you might find that their motives were actually positive. When you're looking at written communication, like a text or an email, it can be hard to judge another person's tone or intent. Text-based communication does not allow you to pick up on important cues like tone of voice or body language. For example, it can be easy to misinterpret a joking comment sent over text or email as a criticism or rejection. If you find yourself getting upset over something said in a written communication, calmly ask the other person to clarify before jumping to conclusions or taking it personally.

SUMMARY: Remember that feelings aren't facts. Pause to prevent hostility or aggression. Distance yourself from your negative thoughts. Focus on something neutral in your environment. Step into the other person's shoes. Find a sounding board. Ask them to explain their behavior. Use caution when communicating through text.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It's best to harvest cinnamon from a tree that's at least 2 years oldonce the tree is 2 years old it's often cut back down so that it will grow even more shoots. If you're not sure how old the tree is, you may need to ask someone who's familiar with the environment. After 2 years, you can grow more shoots by cutting the tree back down to a stump and covering it with soil. The rain will help soften the bark of the tree, making it easier to remove the outermost layer. You can harvest the cinnamon any time throughout the year, but waiting until after rainfall will make the process easier. Most people harvest the cinnamon about twice a year, so try not to harvest it more than that to keep the tree healthy. You can use a handsaw or a chainsaw, depending on the size of the tree and its branches. Carefully cut off a few branches to harvest a smaller amount of cinnamon, or use a chainsaw to cut the entire tree down. It's okay if you cut down the entire tree, as the stump will regenerate and an even fuller tree will grow within a few years. Try to choose branches with a diameter of 1.25 centimetres (0.471.97in).

SUMMARY:
Select a cinnamon tree that's at least 2 years old. Wait until after a heavy rain to harvest cinnamon easily. Cut off the branches of the tree using a saw.