Problem: Write an article based on this summary: See your doctor. Set goals. Make a promise to yourself.

Answer: Before starting any type of intensive weight loss program, it's a good idea to meet with your doctor to discuss what's healthy for you. Make sure that losing body fat won't affect any preexisting conditions you may have. Taking your doctor's advice and your knowledge of your own body into account, write down some goals. It may help to plot out a fat loss schedule that you'll follow over the next six months. Set up some milestones you aim to reach along the way, to provide motivation for your weight loss journey. Aim to lose 1 to 2 pounds (0.5 to 1 kilogram) per week if you are of average weight. Losing more than that can be damaging to your body. Set goals that are reasonable and achievable. If you try to lose too much fat too fast, or more fat than is practical for you to lose, you'll end up feeling disappointed. Losing fat requires a lot of time, energy, and difficult choices. There will be times when you'll feel deprived of foods you love, or tired of feeling sore after exercising. Mental commitment is one of the most important factors in successful fat loss. Without it, you'll lapse into old habits, and you may even end up gaining back more than you initially lost. Take a positive view of your body. Think of yourself as a strong, capable person with a body you can use to experience the world. Being thankful for your body's strengths will help motivate you to take good care of it. On the other hand, if you tend to internally berate yourself for not looking the way you want to look, it's going to be harder to give your body the care and attention it needs to shed fat.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Approach the situation with an open mind. Offer a solution. Ask for alternative options. Avoid using "but. Thank the other person. Give it some time. Find a third-party mediator, if necessary. Consider getting professional help.

Answer: Once you have listened to the other person, consider how you can address the situation. If you believe the other person has a valid grievance with you, accept it. Admit your own wrongdoing and ask what you can do to make amends. Don't make excuses or be defensive. This will often make the other person even angrier, because s/he will feel as though you are dismissing his or her needs. Be reasonable, and communicate calmly and clearly. Try to keep your solution focused on what the other person communicated to you. For example, if the other person is angry because your child threw a ball through the window, state what you are willing to do. For example: "My daughter threw a ball through your window and broke it. I can have a repairman come out and replace it in two days. Or, you can have your handyman replace it and send me the bill." If the other person is not happy with the solution you suggest, ask him or her to suggest a resolution s/he would be happy with. For example, you could ask something like "What would you like to see happen in this situation?" Try to present this as a "we"-focused solution to encourage collaboration. For example, "Okay, if my suggestion isn't acceptable, I'd still like to see if we can find a way to address this problem. What can we do to address this situation?" If the other person suggests something you find unreasonable, don't start calling names. Instead, present a counter offer. For example: "I heard you say that you want me to fix the broken window and pay for carpet cleaning for your entire house. I think it would be fair for me to replace the broken window and pay to have the living room carpet cleaned. How does that sound?" Trying to find common ground between you and the angry person can help redirect the interaction towards a solution. For example, you could say something such as "I understand that fairness is important to you. It is to me as well" This can help communicate that you are working toward the same goal. " "But" is known as a "verbal eraser," because it can completely negate what you said before it. When people hear "but," they tend to stop listening. All they hear is "You're wrong." For example, don't say things like "I understand what you are saying BUT you need to ________" Instead, use "and" statements such as "I can see your point AND I can see the need for _______". If you have been able to come to a resolution, wrap up your interaction with a word of thanks for the other person. This shows your respect for the other person and can help him or her feel as though his/her needs have been met. For example, if you have been able to negotiate with an angry customer, you could say: "Thank you for allowing us to make this problem right." In some cases, the person's anger may not disappear immediately, even if you have done all you can to resolve the situation. This is especially true in situations that carry deeper hurt, such as the other person feeling betrayed or manipulated in some way. Accept that it may take some time for angry feelings to resolve themselves, and don't push. Not all conflicts can be resolved, and not everyone's anger will dissipate even if you stay cool and respectful all day long. If you have tried the tactics here and have made no progress, it may be time to step away. A third party, such as a therapist, mediator, or HR representative, may be able to help you negotiate the situation. Beyond accessing the services of a mediator, seeing a therapist or psychologist who is trained in conflict resolution or anger management may be helpful. This is especially so if the person who is angry with you is a significant person in your life, such as a spouse, parent, sibling, or child. If the two of you are constantly arguing, or if one person tends to fly off the handle at the slightest provocation, you may need to see a professional who can not only mediate the situation, but also teach you effective problem-solving and communication skills. A therapist can teach your family member or friend ways to relax and handle stress, methods of overcoming angry feelings, strategies of expressing emotions, and ways to recognize negative thought patterns that cause anger.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Mix the dry ingredients. Create a hole or well in the dry ingredients. Add three large eggs. Whisk the eggs with a fork. Place the dough on a clean counter. Fold the dough. Look for a smooth surface. Place the dough in a clean bowl to rest.

Answer:
Combine 2 cups (450 ml) of flour and tsp (2 ml) of salt in a medium mixing bowl to make a classic pasta dough at home. Use a fork to whisk the ingredients together. Use your fork to push the dry ingredients to the side of the bowl to create a well or a hole. The hole will nest the eggs until you are ready to mix the ingredients. Keeping the ingredients in the mixing bowl will allow for easier clean-up. If you prefer, pour the dry ingredients onto the counter and create the well. Crack each egg along the side of the mixing bowl. Drop each into the well. Begin to whisk the eggs with your fork. Gradually pull the dry ingredients into the well to incorporate it into the mixture. The mixture will be thin at first, but it will thicken and begin to look like dough as you incorporate more of the dry ingredients. Once it begins to look like a soft dough, you have incorporated enough flour. You may not use all of the flour that is in the bowl. Gently place the dough and any leftover flour onto a clean surface. The leftover flour will help prevent the dough from sticking to the counter. Begin to knead the dough by folding it in on itself. Lift one side of the dough and fold it toward the opposite side. After each fold, flatten the dough and repeat. This process will help toughen up the dough. Sprinkle extra flour on the counter if the dough begins to stick to the surface. Continue to knead the dough if you notice air bubbles. If you see several, slice the dough with a knife and combine the sections by folding them together. When the dough is ready, the surface will be smooth. It will resemble a plastic ball. Stop kneading the dough at this time. Once the dough is ready, grab a clean mixing bowl and place the dough inside. Cover the top of the bowl with plastic wrap or a dinner plate. Allow it to rest for 30 minutes. After it has rested, you can use the dough right away or you can refrigerate it for 24 hours. Allow the dough to come back to room temperature before forming the pasta.