Q: Have the best grades that you can by studying in a focused and purposeful manner. Try as hard as you can in schoolnever think "it's just a test." Instead, think "This is a test! What if it counts? Even if it doesn't count for much, I want to do the best that I can, for my own sake!" Learn to think critically, ask questions and assume nothing. The world is filled with polarized opinions that cause arguments daily, and much of this is wasteful rather than productive because it assumes there are only two sides to any argument, when in actual fact there is often a multitude of opinions, ideas and solutions. Seek them all out, so as to be well informed and fully aware. Learn to spot the difference between serious thinking and blabbermouths. Always find out the facts before reaching conclusions about people, situations and incidents. If your school doesn't cater to critical thinking, look for online courses from reputable universities and colleges that do. Take a course in your own time. Loving who you are and knowing that you're beautiful without having to change your body or yourself will help you to be more confident and self-assured. Say who you are and be what you say! Realize that over time, you may well change considerably and it's called maturingsuch personal growth is normal as you continue to learn more about yourself, other people and the world in general. You are always a work in progress, so be prepared to be a lifelong learner. If anyone suggests you are being fake or insincere for changing over time, be careful not to confuse this with the natural changes every person undergoes and someone who is actually fickle enough to constantly change their mind. These are two very different things. Don't change for a boy, or to be friends with the "popular girls." Just be yourself. Make them like you for who you are. Not for you trying to act different. Just you! Any changes you do make should be made because you want to become the best that you can be, not because someone has criticized you. Learn to understand other people's motives. Not everyone has sincere or genuine reasons for suggesting you be a certain way. People have many reasons that are about themselves, such as jealousy, fear, a sense of living through someone else, etc. Don't be afraid to probe other people's motivations and only accept criticism that is fair judgment and relevant to improving yourself.
A: Keep your grades up. Use your intellect. Be confident.

Q: Of course, sometimes you do want to go the most timeless birthday route of them all-that of a birthday party. Remember, there's nothing wrong with letting yourself be a little bit self focused for your birthday, and so there's nothing wrong with giving a party in celebration of your birthday! Make sure you have the necessary items, the place, and the people to have a party or get together that will be enjoyable to you and your guests. At the very least, you'll want to provide some refreshments to your guests. Know how many people you plan to invite and, depending on what sort of refreshments you decide on, crunch the numbers to be sure you'll have enough food and drink for everyone. Decide what you'll serve. Are you having a full dinner or just drinks and appetizers? Think of who's coming and consider what they might like. Are your guests more carnivores? Vegetarians? If you know your guests' preferences, use that knowledge. Is it winter? Summer? Consider the climate when planning your party. If it's cold, warm dips and hot bread can be a relatively simple path. If your birthday falls in the warmer months (or if you live in a hotter region) cool drinks, fruits, and cold dips are great. Backyards are made for parties. Be sure that if there's a chance of rain, you have a backup plan-also consider whether your guests will be exposed to the sun, and look at possibilities for adding some shade if needed. Umbrellas or canopies can be rented at most party supply stores. Unless you're throwing a massive ball at a French chateau, or a state dinner, and even if there's some serious planning going into your party, i.e caterers and musicians, there's really no need to overthink it. Parties can take some effort, but consider your guest's enjoyment and plan a party that you would want to attend, and good times will be had. A good birthday party involves guests enjoying themselves and celebrating the presence of the birthday girl or boy. Simple as that. Activities and even food and drink are secondary to the general ambience-people having a good time. Whether it's a kid's party, a backyard barbeque, or a champagne and hors'd'ouvres affair, creating a relaxing atmosphere where guests can mingle and enjoy life is the purpose. No one likes to feel that something is expected of them at a party. Guests often like to help out with what needs doing at a party; enlisting offered help is great, but don't demand your guest's appreciation. Your guests should simply be allowed to enjoy the opportunity to spend social time with each other and you. If you're hosting a house party or a shindig where you will be doing some of the legwork, enlist family and friends to come early to help with the preparations-and get to enjoy your birthday glow before the larger party gets started. Rather than accepting gifts, requesting contributions to the birthday party effort. Suggesting that guests bring drinks, snacks, particular dishes, plates, or even music or games is one way to involve the everyone in the putting on of the celebration, and lessen the economic burden on yourself. Also, when guests feel more involved, and feel that they have contributed to a party or gathering, they will feel more invested in the sense of camaraderie and community that a good party creates. If you're going for a full meal at your party, potlucks are a great way to make your friends a part of the cooking. Ask everyone to bring a dish, or create a signup sheet with an online invite service for coordination of dishes. Know anyone who is known amongst friends for a special dish or dessert they make? Ask them if they would like to make it for your birthday-they'll feel appreciated, and so will you!
A: Have yourself a party! Plan your party. Don't overplan! Get close friends and family involved. Ask friends to bring something.

Q: Spaying a cat removes her ovaries and prevents the heat cycle from occurring. It prevents her from getting pregnant, and reduces the risk of certain cancers and other diseases. If you can't afford the surgery, look for low-cost spay services. Many clinics offer this service at a reduced price because it reduces the population of stray cats. Look up your area in the databases listed on the USDA website. There is a small chance of leftover ovarian tissue sending the cat into heat even after the surgery. If this occurs, consult a veterinarian. A vet can perform the spaying procedure at any point in your cat's hormonal cycle even when she's in heat. However, there's a risk of increased blood loss at that time. The procedure is possible, but consult an experienced veterinarian for advice. The hormones prostaglandin and estrogen can be used to stop a cat's heat cycle; however, this treatment has serious side effects including uterine infection and tumors. Because of the risks, take this step only when spaying is not an option. Always consult in detail with a vet, who will need to prescribe the hormones and explain how to use them properly. Even if the cat can't be spayed for medical reasons, the risks may not be worth the calm behavior.
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Spay the cat. Consider waiting until after the heat is over before spaying. Use hormonal therapy as a last resort.