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Perhaps the most effective way of getting rid of an obsession is to talk about it with a psychologist or other mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist, or licensed counselor. You can find a local psychologist using this website: http://locator.apa.org/ You can find a local qualified mental health professional using the site: https://iocdf.org/find-help/ Sometimes a friend or a family member understands you better than a psychologist, simply because they know you so well. Keep in mind that this doesn't mean that they will necessarily be able to rid you of your obsessive thoughts better than a professional can, but it might mean that you will be more relaxed and feel better understood talking to those you are close with. Studies show that most people, from time to time, have strange, bizarre, or worrisome thoughts. If you have become obsessed with a thought because you are worried it is strange or off or not indicative of your personality, keep in mind that such thoughts commonly occur in a wide range of individuals. It can help just to know that you are not alone in dealing with your problem. Getting rid of obsessive thoughts is no easy task and it is important that you stick to the treatment or therapy suggested by the mental health professional that you visit. Typical treatments for obsessive thoughts include: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), anxiety medication, or antidepressants. If you are in doubt, get a second opinion from another therapist.

summary: Seek professional help. Talk to close family and friends. Acknowledge that having bizarre thoughts is normal. Maintain treatment.

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Cinder blocks require a durable paint to hold up to wear and tear. Latex paint with acrylic will provide the best coverage and the smoothest application for both smooth and split-face cinder blocks. To determine how much paint to buy, use the same area measurements that you used to purchase the primer. Ask a store associate how much paint they recommend for the area, which will vary based on the brand. At the hardware store, purchase a half-gallon of extra paint in case you need to touch up the paint in the future. If the paint will be on exterior blocks, select a paint that is also weatherproof to prevent damage from the elements. It's important to work slowly and with a little bit of paint at a time to ensure an even application and prevent dripping, which will be visible on the cinder blocks. Work vertical sections, covering as much as possible with long strokes of the roller. Try to avoid overlapping sections, as these will take longer to dry and can give an uneven look to the first coat. If you have smaller areas that need to be painted, use a nylon polyester brush. Keep the room well ventilated with fans if you're working indoors, and check on the paint after 12 hours to ensure that it's completely dry. Do this by touching the paint gently with a rag or gloved finger. There should be no transfer. If you live in an area that's more humid, you might need to wait up to 18 hours before the paint dries. Like the first coat, you'll want this to be as even as possible. Work slowly, taking a little bit of paint on the roller at a time and applying in long, smooth strokes. For hard to reach or tight places, you can use a brush, but your brush strokes may be visible on smooth cinder blocks. Keep the room area ventilated with fans if you're working indoors. Test to see if the paint is dry by touching it with a gloved hand or rag in an inconspicuous area. There should be no transfer. If the second coat isn't even or you want better coverage, you can apply a third coat to the blocks. Be sure to wait at least 12 hours before applying a third coat.

summary: Purchase high-quality acrylic latex paint. Apply an even coat of paint using a 0.5in (1.3cm) nap roller. Allow the first coat to dry for 12 hours. Apply a second coat of paint using a 0.5in (1.3cm) nap roller. Allow the paint to dry for 24 hours.

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In most cases, a dinner that involves five ingredients will cost less than one that requires ten. Search for recipes that only use a few ingredients and do not require anything too exotic. Plenty of people are interested in learning how to cook inexpensive meals, and cookbook publishers know it. Budget cookbooks can provide you with a plethora of low-cost meal ideas. Before you plan out your meals, look at the ingredients you already have at home. Comb through your spice cabinet and your pantry. If you have any product nearing its expiration date, plan a meal that will allow you to use it. Likewise, if you have an excess amount of any given product, plan a meal using that, as well. You can grow a number of herbs, vegetables, and fruits even with limited space. If you plan on cooking budget meals for a long time, starting a garden now is a good way to save on produce costs later on. Once you decide on your meals for the week, make a detailed list of everything you need. Mark down every ingredient you do not already have in your pantry, and jot down sizes and quantities as applicable. Do not go shopping without a list, since you may forget some items or walk away with something you do not need. Most chain grocery stores have weekly sales. Many stores have pamphlets that they send out via mail or keep inside the store. Flip through these sale pamphlets to learn what products are on sale this week and plan meals that could use those products. If there is a certain product you cook with frequently, such as vegetable oil or salt, consider buying large quantities of it to save on the cost per serving. Compare prices of the bulk amount with the smaller amount to ensure that you receive a bargain. Also make sure to only buy bulk products you can actually use before the expiration date.
summary: Choose meals with fewer ingredients. Invest in a budget cookbook. Take inventory of your stock at home. Start a garden. Make a detailed list. Shop sales. Buy in bulk.