Problem: Article: Ask your friend or relative to set each day's tone by reviewing the 2 or 3 things they appreciate most. Before they even get out of bed, they should stretch their arms out and breathe in as deeply as they can. As they stretch and breathe, they should concentrate on what or who makes them most grateful. Suggest that they think or say something like, "I am so fortunate to have people who love me, that I've slept in a warm bed, and that I didn't go to bed hungry. No matter what happens today, my life is filled with goodness." You might also recommend a gratitude app, such as Insight Timer, to help make it easier for the person to practice gratitude meditation. They could start by decorating a box or large glass jar. Each day, they should write things that they're grateful for on small strips of paper, then place the strips in the jar or box. As the jar fills up, it serves as a visual reminder of all the good things in their life.When they're feeling down, suggest that they reach into the jar and read a few notes. You and your loved one could send each other a daily text or email expressing something you appreciate about the other. You could each save the notes in a file on your phone or computer, then read them when either of you needs a pick-me-up. If noting qualities that you appreciate about each other seems awkward, you could express your gratitude indirectly by reminiscing about your friendship. You could send each other regular "throwback" texts or emails, like, "Remember when we went to that concert and you got to go up on stage?" or "The funniest picture of us came up on my social media memories today. We've had so many great times!"
Summary: Advise that they start each day with a gratitude meditation. Suggest that they keep a gratitude jar or box. Exchange regular gratitude notes with each other.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Although it is easy to over emphasise the consistency of British and Irish accents, there are certain basic differences in word sounds and pronunciation which you can look out for. When you hear someone speaking, listen carefully and try to identify the following characteristics: In Irish English, the "r" after vowels is pronounced. In British English it is often dropped. The sound for "e" in Irish accents is more like "e" in "bet," instead of like "ei" in "bait." The sound for "o" in Irish accents is more like vowel sound in the "paw" instead of like the "ou" sound in "coat." The sound for "th" in Irish accents usually sound more like "t" or "d" sounds."Thin" sounds like "tin" and "this" sounds like "dis." Irish English often has different word use and sentence structure than British English. As well as the word sounds, with exposure to different accents you will learn to identify key features which indicate which country the speaker is from. The differences in syntax and diction gives accents there unique qualities and meter. Irish people say "be" or "do" instead of "usually." I do work...= I usually work. Irish speakers use "after" for things that just happened. Instead of "I had just drank the beer," "I was after drinking the beer." Irish people use "don't be" as an imperative, as in "Don't be worrying about that." Irish speakers leave out "if," "that," and "whether," as in the sentence, "Tell me did you see the show." Irish speakers begin sentences with "it is" or "it was," as in "It was Sam had the best wife." Irish speakers will often use the definite article where British speakers wouldn't. For example, "I'm going to the Malone Road." Just as there is a wide variety of accents across the regions of Britain and Ireland, so are there numerous distinctive phrases and sayings that can indicate where someone is from. It can be helpful to recognise some of these if the speaker has only a soft accent, or one that has faded over time living somewhere else. There are countless examples, but here are few of the most well-known ones for Irish English speakers: You will hear Irish people say "what's the craic?", or explain that they are doing something "for the craic." "Craic" basically means "fun," but "what's the craic?" is another way of saying "how are things?" or "what's going on?" Irish people may also ask you "where's the yoke?" This is nothing to do with eggs, "yoke" is a general word for "thing," but you are very unlikely to hear a British person using it in that way. An Irish person might ask you not to "give out." This basically means "complain," so if someone is always "giving out," they are always complaining. As well as recognising key phrases that can indicate an Irish person, there are plenty of phrases used in Britain that are not used in Ireland. The only way to really learn these is by exposing yourself to plenty of film, TV, books, music and other things written by Brits. Phrases will often give away the regional identity of the speaker too. You might hear somebody ask "how's tricks?" meaning "how are things?" If you hear somebody say "owt" or "nowt," it probably indicates that they are from Yorkshire. If you hear somebody say "you're 'aving a bubble!" they are probably from London. "Having a bubble" is rhyming slang for "having a laugh," bubble bath = laugh. If someone says "ye cannae be serious," as in "you can't be serious," they are probably Scottish.

SUMMARY: Know basic differences in pronunciation. Know differences in word use. Recognise common Irish phrases. Identify common British phrases.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: In order for you to make the right sounds with your slide, you need to learn to mute the strings above where your sliding. This will keep the strings from unwanted vibrations and keep them from producing unwanted sounds. To do this, gently press your fingers on the strings. Use just enough pressure to keep the strings from making unnecessary noises as they vibrate. To play your slide correctly, you need to make sure you are pressing it in the right place. You should not press the string under or above the fret because the note will sound flat. You should also not press the string into the fretboard. Even if your eyes say that you are directly above the fret, listen to the note. If it sounds flat or wrong in any way, move your slide up and down until it makes the right note. To start learning to slide, pick a note on your guitar. Muting the other strings with your non-slide fingers, press gently with the slide and then move it up and down the strings to make the sliding sound. You can start slow to get a feel for the different technique of playing and motions needed to play with the slide on. If you are using the slide on your middle finger, you will not be able to mute the strings. Just apply gently enough to get the sound you want. Try playing songs you are familiar with using your slide to get used to the different feel of the technique. When you use a slide, you should not press too hard on the strings. This will make the strings touch the fretboard, which will cause your guitar to make strange, unpleasant sounds. Move your hand up and down to gauge how hard you are pressing. If it's hard to move the slide, you should lighten your pressure. The more you move your hand around, the better feel you will have for the strings. As you play note after note, the strings will continue to reverberate. If you slide up the string to your next note, all the notes in between will play as well. To avoid this, mute the strings between different notes using your other hand. You can use the finger that you are picking with or the heel of your hand to help mute the strings. Sliding between the notes is part of the slide sound. However, if you slide between the notes you play, the sound can get overwhelming or redundant. Practice different songs to decide when to slide and when you should mute the strings.
Summary:
Mute the strings above your slide. Press the slide directly above a fret. Slide into the notes. Use gentle pressure. Mute the strings between notes.