Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Create a patina mixture. Fill a container with your patina mixture. Soak the piece in the mixture. Remove the metal. Let the metal dry completely. Coat the metal with a varnish.

Answer: There are many different recipes to create different patinas. Patinas change the color by creating a chemical reaction with the metal to create a colored film over the surface. You can use a patina on any copper or bronze metal to give the surface an aged color and appearance similar to the green coloring of the Statue of Liberty. Depending on the material, you can search for a patina recipe to create the color you are looking for or purchase one over the counter. For a green verdigris patina, add three parts apple cider vinegar to one part salt. For a black patina, add sulfur of liver (sulfurated potash) to warm water. Some patina recipes will require the metal to be heated before applying the patina, so you may need to purchase a torch to heat the metal. You can use a regular paint bucket for cold mixtures, but you may want to use a large metal pot if the patina mixture needs to be heated. The bucket should be large enough to immerse your object in the solution. Patina mixtures may need to be heated or cooled, so use a container that will work for the temperature of your recipe. Some chemicals can give off hazardous fumes. Always use a workspace that is well-ventilated. If you are coloring an object that is too large to put in a container, you can put a patina solution into a spray bottle and spray it all over the metal. You can also wet a rag with the solution and rub it on the metal, or use a paint brush to apply it to the surface. Just be sure to wear rubber gloves when using harsh chemicals to avoid contact. Put on a pair of rubber gloves and place the metal object in the container filled with a patina mixture. Depending on your patina recipe, you may need to let the piece sit for anywhere from a few minutes up to several hours. Set a timer and wait. Check on your piece after the allotted time. If you want a more intense color, let the metal soak longer. Put on a pair of rubber gloves and remove the metal once your metal has taken on its desired appearance. The patina will continue to change while the piece dries, so be patient. If you want to color the piece further, place it back into the mixture and repeat the process. Use a spray-on acrylic clear coat varnish to help protect the surface and coloration.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Add an element of the absurd. Say something shocking or unexpected. Fall back on an old standard. Make it relatable. Tell a joke so stupid it's funny.

Answer: Create a bizarre contrast between your target and something else. This brand of humor is especially appealing to kids, teenagers, and fans of slapstick. If toast always lands butter-side down and cats always land on their feet, what happens if you strap toast to the back of a cat and drop it? Steven Wright What hasn't already been said? What unique angle do you have? You can also get people to laugh by saying something that wouldn't normally be said about a group or person that's perceived as innocent, like kids, your grandma, nuns, kittens . . . you get the picture. A friend will help you move. A best friend will help you move a body. Dave Attell If God had written the Bible, the first line should have been 'It's round.' Eddie Izzard Certain types of jokes seem to consistently elicit laughs even though we've all heard them before. Think "your mama" jokes, jokes about nagging girlfriends, and jokes about messy boyfriends. Men want the same thing from their underwear that they want from women: a little bit of support, and a little bit of freedom. Jerry Seinfeld A grasshopper walks into a bar and the bartender says, 'Hey, we have a drink named after you!' The grasshopper looks surprised and says, 'You have a drink named Steve?' You're not going to get people to laugh unless they can see a bit of themselves in the joke. If they don't identify with either you as the joker or with the target, you're going to have some blank looks on your hands. When people relate to a joke, it gives them a cathartic release - and that's why people like jokes in the first place, isn't it? Roses are red, violets are blue, I'm a schizophrenic, and so am I. Billy Connolly Ladies gotta say no to their husbands at the movies. They gotta say: 'No, we are watching back-to-back cancer movies. And then this movie about a cat.' Tina Fey Puns fall into this category, as do blond jokes, baby jokes, and knock knock jokes. I will not talk to someone who has less than 10 toes. I am LACK TOES INTOLERANT. Gilbert Gottfried

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Protect your psychological well-being by maintaining close social relationships. Stay resilient by sleeping enough. Stay excited about life through hobbies. Set aside time for relaxation. Cultivate happiness.

Answer: Friends and family will make relaxation fun when things are good and they can provide you with support and distraction when life is hard. Maintain your social network though corresponding by writing, telephone, or in person. Using social media can also help people stay connected. Regular social interaction will help you relax and take your mind off your stress. If you feel isolated, consider locating a support group or counselor to help you. By not getting enough sleep you are compounding the psychological stressors in your life with the physical stress of sleep deprivation. When you sleep your body can put more energy into fighting off infections and healing. Try to get at least 7 to 8 hours of sleep per night. Some people may need even more. This will give you something to look forward to and prevent you from dwelling on the things that are stressing you out. Look for something that is inexpensive which you can do all year long. Possibilities include reading, listening to music, art or photography, crafts, or sports. Avoid competitive activities that will put additional pressures on you. Whether this involves simply free time or a formal relaxation technique, do what works for you. Or try several until you find the one you like the best: Visualization of calming images Progressive muscle relaxation in which you concentrate on tensing and then relaxing each muscle group in your body Meditation Yoga Massage Tai chi Music or art therapy Deep breathing Take time to enjoy life and do the things that make your life meaningful to you. Do activities that give you a sense of purpose. Many people enjoy volunteer work in their free time. Nourish your brain with intellectual stimulation. Whether it comes from friends, family, or taking informal courses, or taking up a new craft, learning will keep you enthusiastic about the world around you. Connect with others. For some people it is with family, friends, a religious organization, or the community around them, but whoever the people close to you are, they will help you stay happy and young of heart.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Block out a schedule for every hour of your day. Give yourself a ten minute break every hour to two hours. Try to do each task correctly, the first time. Ask a friend or coworker to check in with you so you stay on track.

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Take out a piece of paper or use a calendar tool on your computer to create slots of every hour of your work day, or the hours of the day that you are awake. This could be from nine to five or ten to seven. Though you do not need to fill up each time period down to the minute, it can be helpful to make sure each hour of your day is accounted for in your schedule. Start to fill each hour of the day with your required tasks for the day. You may start with the most important tasks first and work your way down to the least important tasks. As well, if you consider yourself a morning person, you may decide to put the more complicated tasks earlier in the day, but if you know you usually get a second wind after lunch, you may place complicated tasks later in the day. Try to customize your schedule to fit your needs and work habits, as this will set you up for success when you use the schedule. You may want to create a template for your schedule on a whiteboard or a calendar tool so you can update it every day according to your schedule for that day. It can be difficult to focus on one task or a group of tasks for longer than one to two hours. Make sure you schedule in a ten minute break every hour or every two hours so you do not feel overworked or stressed out. During the mini break, you should get up and walk around the office, or talk to a coworker in the break room. You may go get a coffee or go for a quick walk outside. Try to keep the break to 10 minutes or less so your schedule is not thrown off. You can also take 10 long, slow deep breaths at the top of every hour to clear your mind and pause. This may help you to get some perspective on a task you are doing or going to do and ensure you are checking in with yourself despite your busy work day. Rather than try to rush through your schedule and address every item quickly, take the time to do each task correctly, the first time. Rushing through your emails could lead to prolonged email exchanges, especially if you send cryptic or confusing emails to a client. Slow down and take some time to compose clear emails, or do a thorough read of your school notes. Doing a task right the first time can save you lots of wasted time in the long run. Sometimes we need the support of others to stay focused on the tasks at hand. Ask a close friend, a parent, a sibling, or a coworker to check in with you every couple of hours to ensure you are sticking to your schedule. They may bring you a cup of coffee or toss out a friendly word so you can take a moment to laugh or smile and then get back to your daily tasks. Though you may be busy, having a small moment with a friend can lift your spirits and lead to better time management.