Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Drink plenty of water to replenish fluids and dilute your sweat. Keep your skin dry by wiping it clean and avoiding heat. Shed a few pounds to prevent skin-on-skin contact.

Answer: The more water you drink, the less salt and minerals your sweat will contain. Drink at least 4-5 glasses of water a day to keep your skin looking and feeling great. You're much less likely to chafe in the future if you stay well hydrated. If you get sick of boring old water, add a slice of lime or lemon to the water! Keep the temperature in your home cool enough so that you aren't sweating. Avoid going out if it's extremely hot outside. When you do sweat, brush the area gently with a dry, clean cloth. Avoiding sweat and keeping your skin dry is a great way to prevent chafing. If your skin is so dry that it's uncomfortable, use a cream or lotion to add some healthy moisture. Sweat can make chafing worse because it is relatively high in minerals that can irritate the skin even further. After sweating, remove your clothes, rinse off in the shower, and dry your skin completely. You have a higher chance of getting chafed skin if you're overweight, especially when it comes to the thighs. Exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet of grains, fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. The best way to lose weight is to burn more calories than you are consuming, so limit portion size and move around as much as possible. Aim to eat healthy, well-balanced meals and avoid the fast food and sugary drinks. If you do drink a ton of sugary drinks, replacing soda and sports drinks with water is a great way to shed a little weight without breaking out the exercise equipment.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Think carefully about whether to go no contact. Avoid putting yourself at the mercy of your parent. Take control of conversations. Let your parent know what behaviors you won't accept any more. Accept who your parent is and stop trying to change them.

Answer: Making the decision to "divorce" a toxic parent can be very difficult. In some cases, cutting contact might be necessary for your mental health and happiness. In other cases, you may be able to maintain a relationship by setting better personal boundaries with your parent. Make this decision with your long-term well-being in mind. It might help to write out a pros and cons list. Write out all the benefits of getting distance with your parent versus any disadvantages you can think of. You might include pros such as "Peace of mind," while cons might be "Missing their presence." If you decide to maintain your relationship with your parent, establish that you are an independent adult now. Don't put yourself in situations where you won't be able to leave if you need to. Instead, set limits on when and where you'll see your parent. For instance, don't stay overnight at your parent's house and don't let them drive you places. Consider meeting them in public instead of at home, so they'll be less likely to say or do something hurtful. If your parent tends to hijack conversations by belittling you or bossing you around, change the topic instead of letting them continue. If that doesn't work, tell them you have to go, and break off the conversation. For instance, if your mother is criticizing the way you've redecorated your house, you could redirect the conversation by saying, "I like how the living room looks now. What did you do last weekend?" Make sure that you always have an exit line or exit strategy to help you in these types of situations. Set boundaries for what you're not willing to live with. Then tell your parent what you need from them and what actions you will take if they don't respect your boundaries. For example, say something like, "Dad, it's not okay with me that you insult my husband when he's not here. I need you to stop doing that around me, or I'll have to leave." Only set consequences that you can enforce. For instance, don't threaten to leave unless you are prepared to do so. Change your mindset by acknowledging and accepting who your parent is and giving up on trying to change them. Your parent will likely never accept responsibility for being toxic. To protect yourself, try to lower your expectations of your parent.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Consult with a mental health professional. Meet with a physician. Plan for treatment.

Answer: Make an appointment with a psychologist or therapist to discuss a diagnosis of anxiety. Certain medical professionals are qualified to diagnose anxiety, including psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, social works, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and some physicians who are well-trained in mental health diagnosis. Try asking your general practitioner for a referral to someone who can give you a diagnosis. You may be given a psychological evaluation, which can include answering questions about your symptoms, thoughts, behaviors, moods, and feelings and filling out a questionnaire. Once you have a diagnosis, this can be a huge relief. You now have the awareness to bring healing and improved health to your life. You may want to rule out certain diagnoses or medication interactions, which is why it can be helpful to meet your general practitioner. Talk about your symptoms with your physician. You may be given a physical exam or have some lab tests taken. Be sure to discuss any medications you use, in addition to any supplements, vitamins, or herbs you take. Discuss any substances you've used recently and regular alcohol consumption or tobacco use, as well as caffeine consumption. If you do have an anxiety diagnosis, it's best to start treatment right away. The faster you address your anxiety disorder, the better you can begin to feel. Many people choose to attend therapy as a primary way of addressing symptoms. Cognitive-behavior therapy is a technique that helps you think and act differently by challenging irrational beliefs that have a basis in fear and negative thought patterns and replacing them with more positive thoughts. Your therapist may teach you certain relaxation methods which can help calm anxiety, such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation. Practice relaxation and calming activities regularly to buffer stress and anxiety. You can also learn strategies to use in the moment, as you're experiencing anxiety or a panic attack, such as grounding techniques and diversion skills.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: See what sells. Follow your passion. Focus on quality. Do the math. Be optimistically realistic.

Answer:
Perhaps you make several types of crafts, but aren't sure which one would be a strong seller. Or maybe you want to go "all-in" on crafting for profits despite a lack of previous experience. You may want to start by seeing what others are selling successfully. Visit craft shows in your area, local retailers that sell crafts, and websites that specialize in selling handmade items. What are other crafters trying to sell, how much are they selling it for, and do they seem to actually be making sales? Depending on your situation, you may be seeking validation of the possible profitability of your chosen craft, or inspiration on the type of crafting to focus your energies on. Being inspired by others is a good start, but you also need to be motivated to do the work. If you're going to make some real money by selling your wares, you'll have to dedicate substantial time and energy to making, marketing, selling, and shipping your craftwork. If your heart is not in it, your chances of success are minimal. If you find that hand-weaved baskets seem to sell well, but you hate basket weaving and much prefer working with ceramics, you're probably best served to follow your passion. At very least, you'll "go down swinging," as they say. Some of the work involved in selling crafts can be repetitive drudgery, so it is helpful if the creation component of it is at least stimulating and enjoyable. Let's face it if people want junk crafts, they will just buy mass-produced knock-offs at a big box retailer for a lower price. Many people love handmade items, but they want those hands to be skilled ones. You need to do a reality check is your crafting good enough to stack up to the competition? Your birdhouses or vases may be good enough to give your niece for her birthday, but are they good enough for strangers to pay real money for them? You may want to take some time mastering your craft before jumping into sales. It is better to build a reputation for high quality craftsmanship right from the start. Whether you are selling crafts, cars, or commercial real estate, you need to have some talent for running numbers and estimating costs and profits to be successful. You have to be practical about the potential profitability of your craftwork. When establishing the "price point" for your craftwork, you need to consider the cost of materials; supplies, equipment, and possibly workspace; advertising; stocking your items for sale; shipping (especially if selling online); labor (yours and possibly others'); and the retail markup, which should probably be at least in the 30-35% range. If you cannot produce your craft for a reasonable price while still making a profit, then you need to change your craft, streamline your methods, or forget about making money this way. However much scouting, planning, and number-crunching you do, selling crafts for a profit is always going to be a bit of a crapshoot. What works for some may not work for others, for a variety of reasons known and unknown. Don't go into the process expecting to make big money right away, or you are bound to be disappointed. It takes time to start making money selling crafts, and even that is not always enough. So, there is no guarantee of success, but there is also nothing that says you cannot be successful. A positive attitude can go a long way, especially during the lean times early on.