How to validate someone's feelings
Give verbal responses to show you're listening.
Validation starts by basic listening. It's important to give brief verbal responses to show someone you hear them.

Say things like, " okay, " " uh-huh ", and " i see " while the person is talking so they feel heard. Use body language to show that you're listening.

How to safely remove a tick from your child
Do not let the child touch the tick.
Since we are dealing with a child here, it is very important to communicate clearly and talk to your child as simply, but firmly as possible. Tell your child not to pull or sweep off the tick by himself.

Let your child know that you are there to help. Reassuring the child will decrease his anxiety.

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How to tamp concrete
Build a formwork for your concrete surface.
Before you begin tamping or even pouring the concrete, you'll need to have forms in place. Nail together a series of boards to fit the area you'll be concreting, dividing the different sections as needed.
Use a level to make sure the surface comes out perfectly flat. Formwork structures serve to mark the perimeter of the concrete surface and contain the wet concrete mix while it's being spread and compacted.