context: How to be less whiny
Ask what you want in a polite, normal voice.
If your parents or other adults hear whining, they may often shut down with a firm " no " or even ignore you. Try asking whatever you want in your normal voice and make sure you're polite about it.
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next sentence for the context: You may find that this gets you much farther in your request than whining to the adult. Make sure to use your usual voice or even try a whisper if that helps you.

context: How to make a list of personal assets
Select a record keeping system.
There are two main ways you can document your list. You can do it by hand in a notebook.
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next sentence for the context: This has the benefit of being accessible at any time when the notebook is in hand and can be kept in a safe place. The other option is to use an electronic spreadsheet to keep records, which is convenient and can be easily changed.

context: How to retire with security
Learn about your pension plan.
Some employers have traditional pension plans, where you're paid a set amount of money each year after retirement. Start learning about your employer's pension plan and how much money you'll get from it each year.
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next sentence for the context: You should also know what will happen to your pension plan in the event you change jobs. When budgeting for retirement, keep your pension plan in mind.

context: How to be better than your enemy
Stop keeping tabs of your enemy's achievements and your belittlement's.
If you continue to think of yourself as hard done by a relation to your enemy, you effectively give that person power over you to ruin your day. You make that person into something they are not-your keeper, your guiding point and your unwanted mentor.
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If you stop using this person as the yardstick of your life, things will suddenly become a lot easier for you. Stop referring to the other person as an enemy.