Problem: Article: If you feel nervous, irritable, or claustrophobic, try using some relaxation techniques to put you at ease. Do some deep breathing, meditation, or a few simple yoga poses you can do in your seat. Do an online search for "in-flight yoga poses" to find stretches you can do in a confined space. Listening to peaceful music, reading, or doing a little doodling or coloring can also help. If you get extremely tense or scared on flights, talk to your doctor or a counselor. They may be able to recommend coping strategies or even prescribe medications that can help. If you brought a pillow, put it on the tray in front of you and rest on that. If you have a window seat, leaning against the wall or window can be much more comfortable than leaning back. If leaning on the wall isn't an option, recline your seat as far as possible to make leaning back more comfortable. Use caution and courtesy when leaning your seat back. Ask the passenger behind you if you can safely lean back so that they don't end up with crushed knees or a lap full of coffee. If you are traveling with friends, parents, or other family members, you can lean on them to sleep. Avoid drinking caffeinated beverages on the flight. These can not only make sleep more difficult, but may also have you scrambling for the bathroom multiple times during your flight. Bring an eye mask so that you can block out excess light while you're trying to sleep. While most domestic flights in the U.S. no longer offer free meals, some airlines do provide free snacks. Some also offer a menu with a variety of foods and beverages you can purchase in-flight. Contact your airline in advance to find out what kinds of in-flight meals and snacks they offer. If you are taking an international flight or flying outside the U.S., you may have a choice of complementary in-flight meals and snacks. Many airlines offer vegetarian, Kosher, Halal and other "special" meals if you order up to 2 or 3 days in advance. Because the airlines have to specially prepare your meal, it is usually better than the standard food fare. Plus, passengers with special meal requests are almost always served first. Many airlines don't provide enough food during long flights, and the food that's available may be unhealthy, unpleasant, or expensive. If you've checked ahead and aren't crazy about your in-flight options, bring along a few snacks, like some granola bars or pieces of fruit. Protein bars are particularly helpful if you are on a long flight. Most airline meals tend to be low in protein and high in carbohydrates. Before your flight, check some travel websites, such as TripAdvisor, and look through the reviews to help you decide if you should bring your own food. It's easy to get dehydrated during a long flight, and the dry air on the plane can contribute to your discomfort. Although you can request water from your flight attendants, it is a good idea to take plenty of water on board with you. You can either purchase bottled water once you pass through security or bring an empty bottle with you to fill from a water fountain. Remember that you should never drink the water from airplane bathrooms. This water isn't of drinking quality. Use eye drops whenever your eyes feel dry. You can purchase eye drops from an airline shop or bring in a bottle small enough to meet airline security requirements. Bring an airline security-approved bottle of saline nasal gel or spray to keep your nasal passages from becoming dry during the flight. This can also help decongest you and prevent sinus and ear pain during takeoff and landing. Take lip balm in a 3 fluid ounces (89mL) or smaller container and use it to protect your lips from becoming painfully dry. Bring a small container of hand lotion or cocoa butter if your skin dries easily.
Summary: Do relaxation exercises if you feel tense. Try to find a comfortable sleeping position. Check into your meal options ahead of time. Take some sweets or other snacks with you. Stay hydrated during the flight.

Problem: Article: Some studies indicate that regular physical activity can increase productivity at work. Improve your job performance by working out or doing something active a few times a week. Take a brief walk during your lunch break or park further away from the entrance so that you have to walk a little further from the car each morning. Join a gym close to your job or use your company's fitness center, if you have one. Do ten to twenty minutes of yoga or tai chi in the morning before work or go for a brisk jog or swim. Lack of sleep can impact your concentration, mood, energy, and, in turn, have a negative effect on your job performance. Create a nightly routine that allows you to get plenty of rest. Start preparing for bed an hour or so in advance. Do things that calm and relax your body and mind like meditating, reading, or yoga. Avoid caffeine in the hour before you plan to go to sleep. Instead of coffee or caffeinated tea, go for decaf or a glass of water. Put your phone on silent or turn off non-essential notifications until the morning. The practice of focusing only on the task at hand and focusing on that task with all of your senses can help improve your concentration. Improving your concentration can help you be more productive and improve your job performance. Instead of multitasking, do one thing at a time. Focus all your attention on that one thing. For example, instead of checking your email while you complete your inventory sheet, focus only on the inventory. If you find your mind wandering or that you are daydreaming, gently bring your thoughts back to the task at hand. You might say to yourself, "I started thinking about the game. Let me focus on the inventory."
Summary: Get active. Get enough sleep. Practice mindfulness.

Problem: Article: Sketch out your design with a light-colored washable marker first. If you make a mistake, wipe it off with a damp cloth. Once you are happy with your design, go over it with a black permanent marker; a black paint pen may also work. You can create all sorts of designs, such as Jack-o-Lantern faces, geometric patterns, and fancy flourishes. Coat a pumpkin with 2 coats of black spray paint. Let the paint dry, then draw designs on the pumpkin using a white paint pen. Alternatively, you can paint the pumpkin white, then draw on it using a black permanent marker or a black paint pen. Shake the paint pen until you hear it rattle, then tap it lightly on a sheet of paper until the paint comes out of the tip. Paint your pumpkin with chalkboard paint according to the instructions on the can. Let the paint dry and cure. Rub chalk over it, then wipe the chalk off with a dry cloth. Write or draw on the pumpkin as desired with chalk. It would be best to use a fake craft pumpkin. This way, you can use it throughout the year! Spray paint your pumpkin first, if desired, then let the paint dry. Write a simple word, such as "BOO!" using a light-colored washable marker. Stick gold or silver thumbtacks into the pumpkin using the drawn lines as a guide. Place the tacks close enough so that they are touching. You can use any type of font you want, including cursive. Use 2 to 3 rows of thumbtacks to make the letters thicker. Choose 1 of the decorating methods from above, then use it to create a single letter on each pumpkin. Arrange the pumpkins to spell out a word, such as "BOO!".
Summary: Draw designs with a black permanent marker for a simple look. Paint your pumpkin before drawing on it if you want something fancier. Turn a pumpkin into a chalkboard if you want to change your message. Write a message with thumbtacks for a unique twist. Create multiple pumpkins to spell out a single word.

Problem: Article: Wait 5 to 15 minutes to allow stain to penetrate the veneer, and then wipe off excess stain with a clean cloth, again following the grain of the wood.
Summary:
Apply oil stain with a cloth or soft bristle brush, following the grain of the wood. Apply second coat of stain, if needed, once the 1st coat has set up, usually 4 to 6 hours. Allow to dry for 8 hours before applying a sealer if desired.