Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Pick a caulk that is made for use in showers. Pick out a professional-grade caulk gun. Trim the nozzle of the caulk container. Puncture the inner seal in the caulk tube. Load the tube into the caulk gun. Give the handle a little squeeze.

Answer: When selecting a caulk for your shower, use one labeled "Tub and Tile" or "Kitchen and Bath," as these are chemically formulated to resist mildew and to stick to smooth surfaces like your shower. In particular, there are 2 types of caulk usually used for showers: Silicone: This is a very flexible, tough, and waterproof caulk. On the downside, it can also be difficult to smooth and may require the use of mineral spirits to clean up. The color range can also be fairly limited. Acrylic latex: This caulk is easier to apply, clean up, and smooth out. It also comes in a wider range of colors. However, it dries harder and shrinks more than silicone caulk does, so acrylic latex caulk will probably have a shorter lifespan. Cheaper guns tend to be less predictable and may lead to sloppier application. A professional-grade gun applies more consistent pressure. A cradle caulk gun will produce the best, most even pressure and is a better long-term investment than a frame caulk gun. If using the latter, though, get one that is labeled as being "dripless." A professional level caulk gun typically does not cost a lot. Power caulk guns can be very pricey, but all you need is a professional hand-powered caulking gun, which might fit into your budget better. Trim it near the tip, cutting it off at a 45 degree angle. The hole should be smaller than the joints you are sealing. As a general rule, the hole of the tube should actually be 2/3 the size of the joint you are filling. The measurement for most showers should be about 316 inch (0.48cm). Use a utility knife with a fresh blade or a 1-inch (2.5-cm) wide, razor-sharp chisel to cut the tip off the nozzle. Some tubes of caulk will even have a line on the nozzle to indicate the point at which you should cut. Smooth out the edges of the tip after cutting it off, if necessary. If a piece of plastic remains hanging on the nozzle after being cut, pare it down with your utility knife or a piece of sand paper. Otherwise, this little burr can prevent the bead from being smooth. Push a nail or small dowel down inside the tip of the caulk to puncture the seal. The seal is at the back end of the tip where it meets the tube. This releases the caulk into the tip and allows you to apply it. If a nail does not prove long enough, use a thin, stiff wire, such as electrical wire or a coat hanger. How you insert the tube depends on what type of gun you have. In most cases, you will start by pulling the plunger of the gun out to its fully extended position. Then put the tube in the chamber of the gun and push the plunger down into the core of the tube until it stops. In some cases, once the plunger is in place it will put enough pressure on the tube that caulk will start coming out of the tip right away. Just be prepared for this and catch any caulk coming out with a moist rag. After placing your caulk tube in the caulk gun, give the handle a slight squeeze to begin the flow of the caulk. Release the pressure off the handle once you see the caulk at the tip and clean off any excess with a moist rag. This brings the caulk right up to the tip of the caulk tube, so it will be ready when you bring it up to the shower joint.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Open a conversation with the person you want to video chat with. Tap the video chat button at the top of the conversation. Wait for the other person to pick up. Press the camera swap button to switch between the front and rear cameras.

Answer: Make sure to open a conversation with a single person. You cannot currently start a video chat with a group. This will begin calling the other person. If the button is grayed out or not there, the other person is not able to receive video calls at this time. The recipient will be notified that they are receiving a video call. They'll be able to answer using Messenger or the Facebook website and a webcam. Tap this button during the video chat to switch what camera Messenger displays.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep fit. Lose weight.

Answer: Include as much exercise as your physical condition allows. Physical activity increases the body's flexibility and helps pump the blood through your arteries. And of course, follow your doctor's advice too. Choose a form of exercise you can do for 10-20 minutes at a time, with at least moderate intensity, such as walking, biking, swimming, jogging, or using an exercise machine at low speed. First, exercise stimulates enzymes that help move LDL from the blood (and blood-vessel walls) to the liver. From there, the cholesterol is converted into bile (for digestion) or excreted. So the more you exercise, the more LDL your body expels. Second, exercise increases the size of the protein particles that carry cholesterol through the blood. That's a good thing -- the smaller, denser ones burrow into the lining of your heart and start clogging away. How's that for a mental image? It doesn't have to be a lot, either. If you lose just 5 to 10% of your weight, your cholesterol levels could reduce greatly. Not to mention the scads of other health benefits! Watch your calories. There are no ifs, ands, or buts about it: An increased caloric intake will lead to weight gain. Keep a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean meats and low-fat dairy. Stick to good fats (like the ones in avocados, nuts, and olive oil) and cut out the processed junk. Try to incorporate activity into your daily endeavors. Opt for the stairs instead of the elevator, make taking the dog for a walk a pre-dinner activity, and bike to do an errand or two. Exercise doesn't always have to be a formal "workout" session if your schedule or body doesn't allow for it.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Eliminate negative thinking Play to your strengths Build your self-confidence Practice flexibility. Make healthy choices

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. This is a hugely important part of being determined and achieving your goals. Negative thinking will lower your resolve and even cause you to give up on your goals. Positivity, on the other hand, allows you to persevere. Learn to identify the negative language you use on yourself and situations. For example, if you find yourself thinking "I'm so weak I can't even do one push-up," change that thought. Instead, think more positively by reframing that thought to something like, "I have trouble doing push-ups now, but if I stick with my routine, I will gradually be able to do them." . Often, when you get feedback or work on improving yourself, you focus on the things that need to be improved. This is a good strategy, but you should also figure out your strengths and use those to help you stay determined to achieve your goals. Have friends/coworkers/family/teachers give you examples of times when you excelled (when you used your strengths). Recognize common themes throughout the examples that portray your character strengths. For example, if people choose examples of times when you were really resourceful, you might leverage your resourcefulness to help you reach your goals (e.g., researching the best savings account interest rates to help you save the $10,000). . Confidence is the ability to believe in yourself, no matter how bad things are looking. Self-confident people experience a hurdle and believe that they can overcome it. This, in a nutshell, is determination. Determination is seeing a roadblock and believing that you can get past it, not necessarily because you have evidence that you've done so in the past, but because you believe in your abilities. To portray confidence on the outside, walk tall, lift your chin and stand in a power pose (hands on hips). The more you practice acting self-confident, the more you'll trick your brain into believing that you are. To feel confident on the inside, stop comparing yourself to other people. Comparisons zap your self-esteem. Drop the comparisons by wearing a rubber band on your wrist and snapping it against your skin each time you catch yourself comparing. Flexibility is the art of being open to change. Just as a person doing yoga bends without breaking, neither should you in the face of challenges. The course you're currently traveling will likely diverge at some point. Your goals may change and the methods you use to reach them will, too. One of the best ways to stay flexible is by trying new things. Getting outside of your comfort zone helps keep you flexible, so make a list of activities or experiences you haven't tried and start ticking them off. Switching up your routine also builds flexibility. Instead of driving home from work or school, take the bus or ride your bike. Also, take a completely new route, or do something spontaneous, such as stopping for an ice cream cone or browsing a few shops. . It's much easier to be determined about your goals when your body is sustained by good fuel, enough sleep, and a good amount of exercise. All these things can help fend off issues like stress and anxiety that make it much harder to maintain determination. Try to get at least 8 hours of sleep each night, with as many of those hours before midnight as possible. To help your body get into sleep mode more quickly, turn off your electronic devices (like computer, phone, iPad) at least 30 minutes before you go to bed. Eat lots of veggies and fruits (especially the dark green and colorful ones, which have more nutrients). Avoid eating lots of sugars and salty or processed foods, which can make you feel sluggish or depressed. Go for good carbohydrates like brown rice, oatmeal, and sprouted wheat. Get enough protein by choosing eggs, fish, lean meats, etc. Exercise for 30 minutes every day. Exercising releases good chemicals like endorphins, which can give you more energy and make you feel happier. Exercise can be anything from putting on a music playlist and having a dance party to going for a long run.