INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you are still in communication with the long-lost sibling, you should ask them about why they refused to meet with you. Getting a full picture of why they refused to meet with you will help you emotionally process things and decide what to do next. It is important that you address any extenuating circumstances that might prevent them from wanting to meet with you. Although a phone call would be ideal for this conversation, you should utilize whatever mode of communication feels the most comfortable. You might ask them things like "Why won't you meet with me?" or "What is getting in the way of us meeting in person?" It is important that you give the sibling the distance that they ask for. Continuing to contact your long-lost sibling after they have refused to meet you will likely only strengthen their desire to avoid you. If your sibling asks you to back off, you should honor their request and give them some space. If you are interested in leaving open the option of reconnecting in the future, you might offer your sibling your continued emotional support. Although your sibling has expressed their desire not to meet with you, let them know that you are still there for them. Express to them that, if they need anything or want to reconnect in the future, that you would be available. You might say something like "I love you and I'll be here if you need me" or "If you ever want to talk, you can call me." However, try to set healthy boundaries. For example, avoid financially supporting a long-lost sibling who refuses to meet with you in person. You do not want to enter into a situation where someone is exploiting you for your resources. If your long-lost sibling shows no indication of wanting you in their life, you should know when to walk away. It can be extremely difficult to end a relationship, particularly with a family member. However, distancing yourself from a painful relationship, in the end, may help you feel better. If your long-lost sibling absolutely refuses to have a relationship with you, it is important that you know when to step back. You might say something like "I can't handle your rejection anymore" or "It hurts me too much to not be close to you."

SUMMARY: Talk to your long-lost sibling. Give the sibling space. Offer your support. Know when to quit.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Most outdoor air conditioning units have an appliance shut off box situated nearby. Open the door on the box and flip the switch or remove the fuse to cut power to the air conditioner. Window and wall units can usually just be unplugged. If you have no shut off box, turn off the power at the circuit breaker in your house. Never attempt to work on an air conditioning unit without first disconnecting the power. Window units can usually be cleaned just like central air units, but the coils will be easier to access if you remove the unit from the window before you start working on it. The layout of window units is different than indoor or outdoor central air units, but the functions and parts are effectively the same. Be sure to lay the air conditioner on a flat surface, preferably outdoors, for cleaning. As the seasons change and leaves fall from trees, they can collect on the air conditioning unit or even slip inside through the heat dissipation vents. Once you've trimmed the branches and bushes, be sure to clear the entire area around the unit. Loose leaves and dirt surrounding your air conditioning unit can be blown through the vents, collecting around the coils and limiting how effective they can be. Cleaning the area of debris and foliage will also improve airflow into the air conditioning unit. Be sure to wear safety glasses and gloves when trimming trees and bushes. Depending on your air conditioner, you will need either an appropriately sized socket or a screwdriver to remove the bolts or screws securing the cover in place. Once you have them removed, pull the lid off of the air conditioning unit. The user manual will tell you what size socket or screwdriver you need. Set the screws aside somewhere safe. Some air conditioning units will have a grill with a fan attached to it mounted on the top. Remove the screws and pull the grill out from the top of the open unit. The fan is usually attached, so be sure to support it as you remove the assembly to avoid letting it hang by its electrical connections. In air conditioners where the fan stays in place, avoid spraying it directly with water as you clean.

SUMMARY: Shut off the power to the air conditioner. Take the air conditioner out of the window (when applicable). Trim foliage so it isn't closer than 2 feet (0.6 meters) to the unit. Remove the cover from the air conditioner unit. Pull the cover and fan from the unit (when applicable).

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Outdated video and graphics drivers can definitely cause issues with your display. If fixing the refresh rate and resolution didn't help, update your drivers. Visit the manufacturer's website for your computer or monitor and search for video and graphic updates for your particular model. The power settings tell the computer when to turn the display off after a period of inactivity and when to put the monitor to sleep, and they control the brightness based on certain factors. To reset to the original settings, go to Control Panel > All Control Panel Items > Power Options > Change Plan Settings > Restore Default Settings. Select Save Changes. This function, which is available on certain computers with Intel processors, is designed to reduce energy consumption by optimizing the picture contrast. Unfortunately, it can sometimes cause issues with the display, and turning it off may fix your problem. From the Start menu, select Search, and look for "HD Graphics Control Panel." Click Power > On Battery, and under Display Power Saving Technology, click disable. Click Apply, then OK, and then restart your computer.

SUMMARY:
Update your drivers. Restore default power settings. Disable Intel Power Saving Technology.