Septic tanks are only meant to handle water, human waste, and toilet paper, so other items can cause the entire system to clog. Throw away paper towels, wet wipes, food scraps, or other solid material in with the regular trash so it can't block the pipes. Let other people in your home know what they can and cannot rinse down the drains so they don't clog the pipes. Avoid using rinsing any harsh chemical cleaners down your drains since they could kill the natural bacteria in your septic tank that normally breaks down solid waste. Never rinse grease down your drains since it can solidify in your pipes and form clogs that are hard to remove. Don't run water in your home unless you have to, or else you could cause the tank to fill up too quickly. Try to limit how much water you use when you're bathing or cleaning so you only have as much as you need. If you have any old or leaking fixtures, repair them or opt for more efficient systems, such as toilets that flush less water or faucets with aerators attached to them. Limiting your water use will also help you save money on your utility bill. Heavy weight can cause pipes leading from your septic tank to collapse or break, so try to avoid using a vehicle over the area if you can. Plant roots can also grow into the pipes or septic tank and cause them to easily clog. If you want trees or plants, keep them at least 2030 feet (6.19.1m) away from your septic system so the roots aren't able to grow inside. You can always cut roots out of your pipes with a mechanical auger, but they will grow back if left untreated. Root barriers from gardening stores kill roots on contact and can protect your septic system from overgrowth. Dig a trench that's 2 feet (61cm) deep around your septic system so it's 3 feet (91cm) away from any pipes. Place the root barrier vertically in the trench before filling the dirt back in. The effluent filter is a plastic cylinder in your septic tank's outlet pipe that prevents solid waste from escaping. Open the access lid on the tank that's furthest from your home. Look inside for a vertical white or green pipe that's holding the filter and sticking out from the top layer of scum. Pull the filter straight out from the vertical pipe and rinse the waste back into the tank with a hose. Push the filter back into the pipe again so it continues blocking waste. Not every septic system will have an effluent filter. Check your filter any time you have your tank pumped or inspected so it's less likely to clog. Septic tanks usually take about 35 years to fill, but it may vary depending on the size or amount of water you use. Contact a professional service to check the water levels and pipes for your system to see if you need to make any changes. If the service has any concerns, address them as soon as possible so you don't have a faulty septic system.

Summary: Avoid putting anything in your drains besides water and natural waste. Use less water in your home so the septic system can drain properly. Don't drive or plant over the area with your septic tank. Clean the effluent filter on the outlet pipe to improve drainage. Have your septic tank inspected by a professional every 3 years.

It takes only about 30 seconds for a thought in your mind to enter your deep consciousness. As a result, thinking that you can simply just push it out of your mind won't work. In fact, It takes a lot more mental energy and effort to fight against a negative thought. Acknowledging negative thinking doesn't mean dwelling on it. Instead, you allow your mind to briefly accept that the thought has entered your mind, and then intentionally releasing the thought from your mind. Use visual imagery to allow your negative thoughts to be released. For example, you might want to imagine placing your negative thought on a leaf and then watching it float down the stream. Sometimes you have valid reasons to be concerned or worried about something, especially when feeling like you have no control over the situation. Therefore, it's okay to recognize that there is reason for concern. Just don't allow them to fester in your mind. Freeing up your mind from negative thoughts makes space for other, more positive thoughts. With practice and time, you'll notice that you'll have a tendency to engage in more positive thinking. If you begin to believe that your negative thoughts are valid, then they become your reality. Instead, ask yourself these three questions when negative thoughts take over: Are these thoughts reasonable? Are they rational? Are they reliable? If you can identify that a negative thought is unreasonable, then it allows you to put things into perspective. If you conclude that your thinking is irrational, then you can cease engaging in irrational behavior. Finally, if your negative thought is unreliable, then you can recognize that it is unlikely to be true. Figure out which personal experiences you've had that are behind your negative thoughts to gain perspective on your thinking and reasoning. You can then ask yourself what about that experience has lead to your negative perception. This sounds both counterproductive and extreme, but it works. Why? It allows you to see things in a more realistic perspective. For example, someone who is afraid of flying might be fearful of being in a plane crash. They might imagine themselves being the sole survivor of the crash, stranded on a deserted island and being eaten alive by a pack of wolves. Imagining their greatest fear can help them realize the absurdity of their fear.
Summary: Acknowledge your negative thoughts. Release your negative thoughts. Have concerns without dwelling on them. Don't buy into the negative thinking. Determine the source of your negative thinking. Think of the worst possible outcome that could happen.