Try to keep a regular phone or video chat schedule to make sure you include your partner in your everyday routine. It's also a nice way to check in with each other and hear each other's voices, which can help you feel closer. If your schedules don't allow you to talk every day, come up with a realistic routine that works for you. Just because you set up a calling schedule doesn't mean you can't drop in from time to time! Surprise your significant other over their lunch hour or right after they wake up to put a smile on their face. Say something like, "Hey, I know you're heading out, but I just wanted to see your face really quick. Love you!" Make sure you have a good idea of their schedule. You don't want to call in and interrupt a class or an important meeting. When you get on the phone, check in with your partner about their day at work or school. Ask about their friends or colleagues, see how different projects are going, and generally express interest in their day-to-day life. This might seem small, but showing that you're invested in what's going on in their life can make them feel loved and special. Say something like, "Hey, how's that group project going in your bio class?" or "How's everything with your roommate?" Beyond everyday life, you can also talk with your partner about anything else that's on your mind. Phone and video calls are the time to bring up any worries or stresses you might have, about your relationship and otherwise. Ask them how they're doing and share what you're feeling too. Listen to them and ask questions, and be honest about yourself as well. To bring up something about your relationship, you might say, "I've been feeling kind of left out lately. I'm glad you're hanging out with your friends, but I miss talking with you." Talking about deeper issues or feelings might be hard, but it shows that you trust each other. In the end, working through things together will bring you closer. It can help your partner to hear that you love and miss them in your own voice, not just over text. Make sure to tell them you care about them every time you talk, even if it's just for a few minutes. Keep your tone positive; moping about missing them might bring them down, too. Instead, focus on how much you love them and how happy you are to be with them, even if it's hard.
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One-sentence summary -- Set up a time to talk every day. Give them an unexpected call once in a while to surprise them. Ask about each other's daily lives when you talk. Open up about things you can't talk to anyone else about. Tell them that you miss and love them.

Q: As Socrates said, "The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." It's difficult to fully grasp this concept until you're faced with a life situation that completely stumps you. No matter how smart you are, and how many experiences you've had, you'll encounter times when the line between right and wrong seems fuzzy and you aren't sure what choice to make. Don't go into a new situation presuming that you know just what to do. Examine the problem from all angles, meditate or pray, and then act according to your conscience. It's all you can do. Accepting your limitations is a high form of wisdom. Know what you have to work with and use your talents to the fullest, but don't pretend you have more than you do. Take as much time as you need to deliberate on a problem before making a decision. Think about the pros and cons, taking your experience as well as others' advice into account, so you make the wisest possible choice. Looking to people, religious tenets and books for advice and wisdom will only get you so far. Don't just accept a set of values because that's what you were taught. Ultimately, your values should be aligned with your conscience, that gut feeling that tells you what to do based on what you know to be true. When you have a big decision to make, call up your values and stick to them. For example, let's say there's a person at work who's getting bullied, and you know sticking up for him will make your boss angry. What's the right thing to do? Think carefully and decide what's most important to you: keeping your job or helping someone who's hurting. Stand up for your values in the face of criticism. This is no easy task, since throughout life people will tell you what they want you to do. Separate your values from those of other people and do what you know is right, no matter what. Even a carefully considered decision can end up being the wrong one. Each time you have a new experience, reflect on it and think about what went well and what didn't. When you realize you've made a mistake, see what new findings you can apply the next time you face a similar situation. Don't kick yourself for making a mistake. You're human, and all you can do is learn from the growing pains you experience. Realize there's no such thing as perfection. The goal isn't to be perfect or godlike, but to do your best to act on your conscience and be a good person throughout life. That's not to say you should tell people what to do; rather, lead by example. Show others the wisdom of being open, nonjudgmental and thoughtful in all situations. Think about the mentors who helped you along the way, and find ways to play that role for other people who might be able to benefit from what you've learned. If someone asks for advice, do your best to point them in the direction that seems right. Don't let your personal desires cloud your advice.
A: Be humble in new situations. Think before acting. Act on your values. Learn from your mistakes. Share your wisdom with others.

Article: It's important for both your comfort and health to make sure that your backpack doesn't get too heavy as the school year progresses. For example, if you're continuously adding assignments, projects, snacks, and additional school supplies, your bag is going to gain some weight. If you notice that it's difficult to lift your bag or that the straps cut into your shoulders, it's probably time to clean out and reorganize. Your backpack shouldn't weigh more than 10-20% of your weight. For example, if you weigh 120 lbs, your backpack shouldn't weigh more than 12 lbs. You don't want anything in your bag except what is absolutely necessary; your school books, writing utensils, and current assignments. This will not only help with the weight of your bag but also keep you organized. For example, you probably don't need to keep returned assignments, projects, or instructions for homework you've already completed. Though papers don't weigh a lot on their own, they can really add up when you're saving a bunch of them. Instead, keep a binder or file folder at home for all returned papers. You can even organize it by subject. This way, if your teacher requests an older assignment, you'll know exactly where it is and how to find it. You don't have to do this every day, but you should try to clean out your bag every two weeks or every month. It's difficult to keep everything in place and organized when you are moving from class to class all day. You might start throwing your pens and pencils directly into your bag and shoving your papers into your books instead of your folders. To avoid this, try taking an hour or two at the end of the week, or every other week, and clean out your bag. You should take everything out and go through it. Throw or file away unnecessary papers, trash, old food, and broken pens or pencils. Make sure assignments or papers are in the appropriate folders and organize them by date if you can. You can also wash or vacuum out your bookbag at this time, too.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Watch the weight of your bag. Keep everything in your backpack current. Clean out your backpack regularly.