INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This technique is a tool that builds upon ideas. One idea generates another idea, which then generates another idea, and so on until a list of random ideas is compiled in a creative, unstructured manner. When brainstorming in a group atmosphere, allow everyone to think more freely. Don't pursue a practical solution. Instead, gather ideas that have the slightest relevance to the problem itself. No idea is criticized, and all ideas are recorded. After a long list of ideas is generated, one can go back and review the ideas to critique their value or merit. Using a journal enables you to capture and record the spontaneous ideas that people can have during unusual times and places. One member of the brainstorming team can be assigned to write down those ideas. Then later on, that journal can become a source book of ideas that can be developed and organized. Focus on one specific topic and continue to write about it for a short period of time. Write down everything that comes to mind as long as it is about the topic. Don't worry about punctuation or grammar. Just write. You can organize, correct, and revise your content later. The purpose is to take a topic and then come up with several different thoughts about it within a short period time. Put the brainstorming ideas in the form of a visual map or picture. Make sure the visuals show the relationships among the ideas. For instance, your topic may be how to start a business. Write "Start a Business" in the middle of a piece of paper and draw a circle around it. Let's say you have come up with four subtopics that include products/services, funding, market, and employees. Therefore, draw four lines, one for each subtopic, from the circle that contains your main topic. Your drawing will now look like a child's drawing of the sun. At the end of each of those four lines, draw a circle. Write one of the four subtopics (products/services, funding, market, and employees) in each of those smaller circles. Next, let's say that within each of those subtopics, you have generated two sub-subtopics. For instance, with "products/services," you thought of "dresses" and "shoes," and with "funding," you came up with "loan" and "savings." So draw two lines from each of the subtopic circles, creating what looks like mini suns with two rays. At the end of each line (or "ray"), draw a smaller circle and write those sub-subtopics in each. For example, from the "products/services" subtopic, write "dresses" in one sub-sub topic circles and "shoes" in the other. From the "funding" subtopic, write "loan" in one sub-subtopic circle and "savings" in the other circle. Once completed, this map can be used to further develop the topic. This includes both divergent and convergent thinking. To acquire the best results, you will need to apply both divergent thinking and convergent thinking. They both play an important role in the process. Divergent thinking will supply the creativity while convergent thinking will analyze and evaluate those creative ideas and narrow them down.

SUMMARY: Brainstorm for ideas. Keep a spiritual journal. Write freely. Create a subject- or mind-mapping visual. Arrange your ideas in an innovative manner.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The bottom line about the narcissist is they care only about themselves. No offense, but they're not really concerned about you. If they've offended you, nurse your wounds elsewhere they won't be apologizing. For example, if the narcissist in your life lied to you about something, they probably won't own up to the behavior. They are more likely to recall saying things differently or blame you in some way. You'll save yourself trouble by not expecting the narcissist to accept blame for any wrongdoing. The narcissist doesn't have to always get their way. Identify where your power lies with the narcissist and use it in negotiations. For example, if your narcissistic brother wants money in exchange for yard work, be sure the work gets done in advance before the cash changes hands. Otherwise, the narcissist is unlikely to follow through with their end of the bargain. Narcissists concentrate almost entirely on advancing themselves. So, if you want the narcissist to do something for you, it's best to frame it in terms of what's in it for them. For instance, say, "Hey, Sally, it'd be great if you could help out with the charity dinner. I know volunteer hours will look good on your resume." Get on the same team with the narcissist in your life by changing the way you speak. Rather than saying "you" or "me," say "we" to bring about a feeling of cooperation. For example, instead of "I need to figure out a solution," say "We need to figure out a solution, Dave." Making this small change to your language will improve interactions with the narcissist by making it seem like you are on the same side. At the core of the narcissistic personality is a deep need to feel worthy. Recognize that when your narcissistic loved one acts out, it's not about you. These behaviors are driven by their innate insecurities. Try not to take them personally. For example, if your narcissistic partner cheats, it doesn't mean you did anything wrong. They likely saw an opportunity and took it without considering the consequences. It wasn't done specifically to hurt you. If you must, try repeating something to yourself like, "Narcissism is about them, not me."
Summary: Don't expect an apology. Dust off your negotiation skills. Make what you want seem like what they want. Use "we" language. See bad behavior as being about them, not you.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If taking a bath in regular tap water isn't helping reduce the itchy symptoms of your eczema, try adding Epsom salts to the water. You can also try adding Himalayan salt instead of Epsom. Add a generous amount of saltabout 12 cup (120mL). Then, take a 30-minute bath. Then dip down in the bath so that your face is underwater. This will allow salt onto your facial eczema. Or, if you dislike the feeling of your face being underwater, try splashing a few generous handfuls of salty bath water on your face. If salt doesn't help, try adding 10 drops of an essential bath oil like lavender or chamomile. Tea tree oil is a great natural way to reduce symptoms of burning or itching sensations. While tea tree oil won't treat or remove the eczema itself, it can provide temporary relief from discomfort. You can purchase vials of tea tree oil from most natural foods stores or the organic section in large supermarkets. Tea tree oil is sometimes sold in a spritz bottle, making it easy to apply to a patch of skin. Vitamin E can also provide relief from the uncomfortable symptoms of mild eczema. Visit a natural foods store, and look for vitamin E that contains natural D-alpha tocopherol. Dab a small amount of the oil on your finger, and smear it over the part of your face with eczema. Do not apply synthetic vitamin E oil to your face, as it may contain ingredients which worsen the condition of your eczema.

SUMMARY:
Add salt to your bath water and soak your face. Apply tea tree oil to your eczema. Apply vitamin E oil to the facial eczema.