Purchasing from big-box and non-locally owned stores filters your money out of your local economy. Keep money circulating around your local economy by shopping from locally-owned companies whenever possible. Some easy changes to make include going to local mechanics instead of dealerships, and a local bookstore instead of an online retailer. In addition to shopping at locally-owned stores, look for products made in your area or country. If, for example, your local grocery store sells an olive oil made abroad and one made by a local farm, opt for the local oil. For products that may not be made directly in your area, such as clothing or cars, look for ones that are made in your country. Small banks and credit unions are generally more mindful with your money and invest directly in your community. They also tend to be more flexible in supporting loans for small, local businesses. Work with a local bank or credit union rather than a megabank to not only support local jobs but also to support investment in your local community. In addition to being beneficial for your local economy, local banks often offer the same services with lower fees attached. Locally-owned grocery stores and farmers markets are great places to get food made, shipped, and stocked by people in your area. Shop at farmers markets when you can, and look for locally-sourced products at the grocery store. When you go out to eat, choose local restaurants instead of large chains. There are often locally owned restaurants at a variety of prices. You can replace your fast food habit with local options and not have to shoulder too great a price increase.
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One-sentence summary -- Purchase from local, small businesses. Shop for products made in your area or country. Bank with local banks and credit unions. Eat local foods at home and at restaurants.

Q: The experience is just as romantic no matter who initiates the hug. " If you want to tell him or her how much you care and how much you love spending every second together. Hug the person you love for as long as you want to. Males: Carefully sliding both your hands down from her shoulders, put them on her waist and slide them around her lower back. Put your head on her shoulder and press her towards you for as long as you like. If you want to, you can give her a small massage with your hands, and try to warm her. You can also lift her in the air and shift her weight towards you. Girls especially love this one. When you separate, you can look into your lover's eyes, smile genuinely and, if the situation is fitting, kiss her like you mean it. Females: Extend your arms toward him and wrap them around his neck and shoulders. Lean as close as possible and press your torso against his. In situations of extreme intimacy, interlocking your leg in his is appropriate. Avoid holding your arms below his shoulders and embracing too tightly, even if you're about the same height as he is.
A: Approach your lover and put your hands on his or her shoulders. Look your lover in the eyes and say, "I love you. Fall into each other.

Article: Being able to use relaxation skills is a large part of positive coping. It helps keep you calm and reduces any anxiety or nervousness you might have about the process. Before the procedure starts, begin focusing on your breath, taking deep inhales and exhales. Discussing your thoughts and feelings with others who have endured a similar situation can help ease your anxiety not only about the procedure, but about your decision to terminate the pregnancy. Getting support during the process and help you feel like you're not going through it alone. Talk to any friends that share your beliefs, especially if they have also had an abortion in the past. Be cautious about pro-life organizations. These may use manipulation or misinformation in an attempt to pressure you into keeping your pregnancy. Avoid using substances such as alcohol or drugs as a way to cope. This may help in the short-term, but if you are dealing with difficult emotions (depression, grief, loss), substances may only prolong and exacerbate your emotional pain in the long-run. Try exercise, journaling, talking to a therapist, talking to a friend, creating art, or anything else that may help you process or deal with negative emotions. Make an appointment with a doctor or therapist if you are feeling too overwhelmed, or if you fear that you will turn to harmful coping mechanisms.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Relax. Talk to like-minded people. Avoid harmful coping mechanisms.

Article: Parents can install apps that help prevent teens from texting and driving. These apps can alert you to when your teen uses their phones while driving, and also when the teen turns off the app. Talk to your teen about using these apps on their phone and their purpose. You want to help them learn safe driving habits, not make them think you are spying on them. Cellcontrol is a paid subscription service that provides a device that goes in the car which hooks to the app. The app blocks the phone from receiving or sending texts while the car is moving. It also blocks other features, like the camera. Drive Safe Mode is another app for parents that helps prevent the driver from sending and receiving texts. If you see someone who constantly texts and drives, consider having a conversation with them. You may want to ask them if they are aware of the dangers of texting and driving, or just tell them you feel uncomfortable when they do that while you ride in the car with them. For example, if you have a teen driver, have a family discussion about the dangers of texting and driving. Discuss possible alternatives to help keep your teen off their phone. If you are in the car with someone who is driving, ask them not to text while you are a passenger. Say, "I am very uncomfortable with texting and driving because it is so dangerous. Will you please not text while you are driving me around?" If someone is trying to check their phone while driving, offer to read the text and respond for them. This keeps their eyes on the road, and they still get to send a text they feel is really important. Try saying, "I am happy to text them back so you can concentrate on driving. Just tell me what to say." Setting texting and driving rules in your family can help everyone, teen and adult drivers alike. Make it a rule that no one can text while driving, even the adults. This sets a good example for teen drivers and keeps everyone safe. Set consequences for texting and driving. For example, your teen may lose driving privileges if they text and drive. Don't text and call each other while you know the other person is driving. This reduces the risk that your family will text back.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Place an app on your teen's phone. Talk to the person. Offer to text for the person. Set rules.