In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Another way to get along with people is to be picky about when you really want to start an argument or a fight. You may feel that every little conflict is worth addressing, but in reality, it may be better to keep your mouth shut most of the time. Whether you're talking to a colleague or a new acquaintance, there's often little reason to start a fight about politics, sports, or how to evenly split the check. Though it's important to stand up for yourself, it's equally important to know when you're better off holding your tongue. Before you start to argue with the person, ask yourself if it's really worth it and what you'll gain from proving that you're right. Sometimes it's worth it to stand up for yourself, but other times, it's easier to just get along with people. There are some arguments that you just can't win, and it can be far better to agree to disagree than to start a controversy. People who have trouble getting along with others tend to think that other people are jerks unless they prove otherwise. People who get along with most people tend to see the best in others, and to even assume the best for them when they don't have enough information. You should work on assuming that every new person you meet is a kind, reasonable individual unless they've made a truly horrible impression; give people enough time to prove themselves to you and you'll find it much easier to get along with them. Give someone at least two or three chances to win you over. Not everyone is good at first impressions. If someone else has said something negative about a new person to you, you should give the person a chance yourself before writing him off. In order to be truly considerate, you have to recognize when you messed up and be ready to fess up. Whether you've made an offensive comment or shown up over half an hour late to your dinner date, if you want to get along with people, you have to work on apologizing for your mistakes and really meaning it. This shows that you have compassion and that you don't just want to brush your mistakes under the rug. People will be able to get along with you much more easily if they know you don't think you're perfect. When you apologize, look people in the eye to show you really mean it. Don't look away or check your phone or they'll think you're not putting in an effort. One key to getting along with people is also to avoid repeating your mistakes. It's one thing to apologize and another to follow through. One of the main ways that you can be considerate and get along with people better is to practice putting yourself in their shoes before you have a conversation with them. Try thinking about how the other person may be thinking and feeling and tailor your conversation with that person accordingly. Though it's impossible to know exactly what's going on in another person's mind, just making the effort to try can help you get along with people because you'll be working on making conversation that appeals to them. For example, if your co-worker just suffered a family loss, you should see that you should treat her with sensitivity and avoid talking about anything too dark. If your friend is getting married in two weeks, then now may not be the best time to unload all of your emotional problems on her because she's likely feeling overwhelmed. Showing gratitude is one of the best ways to be considerate. Taking the time to tell people you're grateful for what they've done for you, whether you're writing a thank you card to your boss or giving your friend flowers for helping you clean your apartment, it's important to be grateful if you want to get along with people. If you don't give credit where credit is due, then people will find it difficult to get along with you because they'll think you think you're too good to say thank you. Don't underestimate the power of a letter or a thank-you card. Though it may sound old-fashioned, they can really show people how much they mean to you. One way to show people that you really care is to remember the important details they tell you. If you remember a person's name after meeting him for only a few minutes, he'll be more likely to like you. If you remember the names of his siblings, then he'll be even more impressed and will be much more likely to give you the benefit of the doubt. Pay attention to what people tell you so you can show them how much you care by bringing them up later. If you're the kind of person who quickly forgets anything he is told, then people will be likely to get frustrated or annoyed with you. If you really care, you can even write down a few important details that a new person has said to you so you can remember them next time. Try to remember birthdays and anniversaries, too. Acknowledging these can help people get along with you because they'll know that you care. Another way to get along with people is to work on making them feel good about who they are. Give people genuine compliments about their new haircut or their sense of humor if you really mean it instead of sucking up to them. Let your face light up when a person walks by instead of looking barely pleased to see him. Ask people for advice in their areas of expertise to show that you really do value their opinions. People get along with people who make them feel good and tend to not get along with people who put them down. It's that simple. At the end of the day, it's much more important to be interested in others instead of being interesting. Don't worry so much about trying to impress them and focus on caring about them instead.
Summary: Pick your battles. Give people the benefit of the doubt. Apologize if you've made a mistake. Put yourself in the other person's shoes. Take the time to thank people. Remember important details. Make the person feel good about him or herself.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Determine what size objects and how much weight you will carry to school. Also think about what sorts of pockets you will need. College students will have different needs from those of first-graders. Some things to keep in mind include: Do you need a compartment for your computer? Do you need a place to put your lunch? Do you need places to put pens, keys, or other small objects? Do you want water bottle holders or mobile phone pockets? How many binders, notebooks, and books will you need to carry at once? The fabric a backpack is made of will determine its weight, breathability, and durability. New synthetic fabrics will last longest, but leather ages with more character. Synthetic fabrics are lighter-weight than leather. If you choose a leather bag it will be much heavier even before you begin to load it. Synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon are more water-resistant than natural fibers like cotton. Natural fibers like hemp are more environmentally sustainable than synthetics. If you care about having an eco-friendly bag choose a natural fiber. Look closely at the closures for the pockets and make sure they are sturdy and easy to close. Choose double-headed zippers for easiest access. Look for heavy-duty zippers that will hold up over time. Style is an important feature of a school backpack. You will want a bag that looks good and is also similar to backpacks that are currently in style. Prints are fashionable right now, but consider solid colors too because you will wear the bag every day and it has to match a lot of outfits. About half of the backpacks sold by one of the biggest companies, Jansport, are black. If you want a sleek, timeless bag that will fit in with the crowd you can't go wrong with a black backpack. Try an eco-friendly bag. Backpacks made from recycled or sustainable materials are very trendy.
Summary:
Consider size and pockets. Choose a fabric. Check the zippers. Consider current fashions.