Problem: Article: Since bacterial conjunctivitis is highly infectious, ensure that you wash your hands often while you have the condition, especially before and after touching your eyes. Try to be mindful of touching your eyes and avoid doing it as much as possible. Eye makeup, sunglasses, towels, and any other object that comes into contact with your eyes can carry the bacteria. Avoid sharing these items with anyone, and wash items such as towels often. When wiping drainage from your eye, always use a clean tissue to avoid spreading the infection back into your eye. If you use a tissue to wipe your eye, be sure to properly dispose of it in the trashcan. Do not go to school or work until your symptoms have cleared up. Antibiotics for bacterial conjunctivitis can also reduce the risk of spreading the infection. Consult with your doctor when he or she writes the prescription how long you should wait before going back to school or work. Kids with pink eye are going to be much less vigilant about washing their hands and not touching their eyes. If you're caring for a child with conjunctivitis, take these steps more seriously yourself to compensate to avoid spreading the infection to yourself.
Summary: Practice good hygiene. Avoid sharing items. Use clean tissues and towels. Take sick time. Be especially careful around children.

Problem: Article: A leisurely soak in a hot bath is one tried and tested method for falling asleep faster. There are several reasons why this is so effective. Firstly, having a bath will reduce stress and help you to clear your mind of the worries of the day, which are responsible for keeping you awake at night. Secondly, having a hot bath raises your body temperature, which then quickly drops when you get out. This mimics the actions of the brain, which triggers body-cooling hormones when it's time for bed. You can enhance the sleep-inducing qualities of your bath even further by adding a couple of drops of your favorite essential oil, such as lavender or chamomile oil, to the water. And why not add some soothing music and light some candles, while you're at it? If you don't have time for a bath (or don't have a bathtub) a hot shower will produce the same effect. Just try to keep the water temperature above 37 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) and stay in there for at least 20 minutes, for best results. Although eating a heavy meal right before bed isn't such a good idea, tummy rumbles are even worse for preventing sleep, so try to avoid going to bed hungry. A light snack before bed, such as a piece of fruit, some crackers or a low-fat yogurt are perfect. Drink a soothing chamomile or passionflower tea, or a glass of warm milk which contains the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin. Any snack that contains complex carbohydrates, such as whole grain bread or cereals, is good because these increase your body's tryptophan levels. Tryptophan is a chemical which encourages the brain to produce more serotonin, a happy, relaxing hormone which induces sleep. Some great bedtime snacks to consider are any kind of nuts or seeds (especially pumpkin seeds), whole grain bread or crackers with a little cheese, or cereal and warm milk. Avoid anything very greasy or spicy. As mentioned before, being comfortable in bed is essential for falling asleep quickly, so the importance of wearing comfy pajamas cannot be overstated. Avoid pajamas that are too tight, made from uncomfortable materials or have buttons that will stick into you as you sleep. Aim for something loose and soft, which won't leave you too hot or too cold in the middle of the night. If pajamas feel too constricting, consider going naked. Many people enjoy the sensation of freedom and comfort that comes with sleeping nude, particularly on hot nights. Just make sure no one is likely to walk in on you, especially if you're prone to kicking off the covers! Doing a few simple stretches before bed can help to release tension from your muscles and relax your body for sleep. In fact, a study conducted by a Cancer Research Center in Seattle found that women who did 15 to 30 minutes of upper and lower body stretches before bed, decreased their issues with falling asleep by 30%. Try lying on your back on the bed or on the ground and bending your right leg as if trying to touch your knee to your chin. You should feel the stretch in your hamstring and lower back. Hold this position for 15 to 20 seconds, then repeat with the other leg. Sit in a cross-legged position, place your right hand on the floor beside you and raise your left arm above your ear. Lean to the right, keeping your shoulders down and your butt cheeks on the floor. Hold for 10 to 15 seconds then repeat on the other side. This stretches your neck, back, shoulders and obliques. For more stretching techniques, see the article how to stretch. Reading, writing and simple game playing can help you to unwind before bed by releasing stress and distracting you from thinking about other issues. If you choose to read, don't go for anything too exciting or scary, as this might get your heart racing! Choose something a little duller, like a newspaper or textbook, which will soon have your eyelids drooping. Some people find writing in a journal very therapeutic, as it helps them to get any problems or issues out of their mind and on paper instead. Alternatively, you could try making lists, such as everything you ate that day, or the errands you need to run tomorrow. This can be tedious and should hopefully have you nodding off in no time. Simple word or number games, such as sudoku or crossword puzzles can be a pleasant nighttime activity which can help tire out your brain before sleep.
Summary: Soak in a hot bath. Have a snack and a warm drink. Wear comfy pajamas. Do some stretching. Read, write or play a game before bed.

Problem: Article: If you are crafty, and have a talent for making hair bows, necklaces, or scarfs, start selling them to your friends, family or the general public. This can be a fun way to make money on items you love to make. Set up an account on Etsy to showcase your merchandise, and expand your customer base. Let your parents know you would like to set up an Etsy account, and ask them to help you set up a PayPal account so you can successfully sell your goods. See if you can sell your merchandise at local craft fairs or garage sales. Depending on the quality and amount of clothes you have, you can sell clothes that no longer fit you or that you don't wear anymore. There are many thrift stores that will buy your clothes from you to resell in their shops. Simply go through your closet, and put the clothes you no longer want in a garbage bag. Take the bag to a thrift store in your area, and let them buy the clothes from you. Be sure to always check with your parents before trying to sell any of your clothes or belongings. If you get permission from your parents, then you can try selling your clothes. Ask friends or family to pitch in their stuff they would like to sell so that it's a bigger and better sale. Put up signs around your neighborhood and town telling how to get to your house and what time the sale is. Many people get up early for garage sales, so be sure to start yours by 9 a.m., and keep it going until at least noon. Remember to ask your parents if you are allowed to sell your things. See if your parents have things they want to sell, so you can sell your stuff together.
Summary: Sell homemade jewelry or accessories. Sell your old or unwanted clothes. Hold a garage sale to sell all of your unwanted stuff.

Problem: Article: Worship Him and praise Him for His attributes. Read God's Word, and meditate that God will lend me His Wisdom, so that I can input His Word into my life, and I can gain a fuller understanding of it. Pray for God's Will to be done, and for the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Ask God to lead you in spreading His Glory into the world we live in. Walk outside, hand in hand with nature, while noticing God's wondrous creation. Thank Him for everything He has created as you walk. Ask Him to give you a spirit of thanksgiving and appreciation. Pray for church leaders to preach His Word as God intended, so that your friends and family members will grow closer to Him or accept Him into their lives; pray for government leaders to come to Him, and ask Him for His Will.
Summary:
Hold morning worship. Go for a prayer walk. Pray for the welfare of others.