Article: People tend to flock to those who have a good sense of self-confidence. They often admire them and want to be around them. Project self-confidence to others, even if you don't have much, and you'll likely attract more friends. The key to effective and attractive self-confidence is to not come off as cocky or self-centered. Simply walk with your back straight, shoulders back, and head held high. Look people in the eye and smile when you talk to them. Don't act like you're better than others by not speaking or ignoring them. Make everyone you meet feel like a million bucks. As much as it can be funny to make yourself the subject of a good joke, don't take self-deprecating talk too far. People don't want to be around someone who always talks about themselves too much--whether it's positive or negative. For example, don't let your social group catch you saying negative things like "I'm fat" or "I look hideous." People want to be around people who feel good about themselves because that type of self-confidence can be contagious. Belittling yourself sends the message that you're secretly low in confidence. So, avoid such language at all costs. You can't expect people to want to be your friend if you aren't willing to put yourself out there. Strike up conversations with people whenever and wherever you can. You never know, you could find your new best friend in line at the grocery store. Practice what you are going to say to someone when you are alone. You could talk about the weather, the local sports team, outlandish celebrity news, or whatever you like to talk about. Having a topic prepared can help you feel more confident when you try to talk with someone new. If you want to meet new people and potential best friends, you'll need to engage in new experiences. You're not going to meet anyone if you aren't willing to try new things. Finding people who are interested in what you are is a great start at finding true friends. Join groups or take classes that interest you. Doing so gives you a great chance of finding someone who enjoys the same things you do. You could also ask your friends and family if you could meet their friends, or talk to people who share the same religious beliefs as you do. Some of the most meaningful relationships start because of shared interests. Is there a certain personality or trait that you find attractive when you're looking for friends? If so, take on that trait. This doesn't mean you have to be fake--just try to incorporate some of that into how you act. For instance, if you like people who go out of their way to care for others, then do that, as well. If you admire people who take risks, then start taking some of your own. Be spontaneous and step out of your comfort zone. You'll likely not only find that you are happier, but that new friends will naturally be more attracted to you.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Exude confidence. Avoid negative self-talk. Start conversations. Join a social group to meet new people. Be the person you want to be friends with.
Article: Cats, in general, like to be up high where they can see everything going on. This is one of the reasons cats like to climb on top of tall shelves or the fridge. Providing your kitten with a tall cat tree or cat condo will give her a spot she can go to that makes her feel comfortable. Having a spot like this when something scary is happening can be especially helpful. For example, your kitten may prefer to sit in the cat tree when you are running the vacuum or watching a loud movie. While you don't want to have furniture that has a hiding spot where your kitten can get stuck, it is a good idea to provide your kitten with a safe spot to hide when she's feeling nervous or scared. A cat tree with a cubby, or a cat tent, are great options. Since you are probably already aware that cats love boxes, providing one or more boxes for your kitten to hide in will also work. It is also a good idea to have more than one of these hiding spots for your kitten. You might want to put one in each of the main rooms your kittens hangs out in. A nervous kitten is likely to be scared of everything. The best thing you can do for a nervous kitten is to remove as many of the scary items as possible. This includes keeping the house (or room) as quiet as possible and slowly introducing sounds over time. Scary sounds might include the TV, radio, vacuum, washing machine, dishwasher, fans, etc. If your kitten is in her own room, try playing calming sounds or a radio at a low volume in that room to acclimatize your kitten to noises. There are several herbal remedies made specifically for cats that can help them keep calm and reduce anxiety. Depending on the type of remedy, you may be able to put it in your kitten's water, or in her ears. Some cats are also calmed by the scent of lavender or honeysuckle. Using either the essential oils of lavender or honeysuckle, or a spray made from the essential oils, may help keep your kitten calm. Do not put the spray or essential oil directly onto your kitten. Instead spray it on their bedding, toys, etc. Feline pheromones keep cats calm and reduce their anxiety. Man-made versions of these pheromones are available in spray and plug-in formats that can be placed in your home to help keep cats and kittens calm. These pheromones are similar to the ones cats release when they rub their chins and faces against something when they're happy.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Provide your kitten with a tall cat tree or cat condo. Give your kitten a place to hide. Keep your home quiet. Try herbal remedies to keep your kitten calm. Use feline pheromones to reduce your kitten's anxiety.
Article: Rinse 4 large russet potatoes in cool water. Peel them and place them in a large pot. Add enough water to cover them completely. Bring the water to a boil over high heat and cook for 20 minutes until the potatoes are soft. You should be able to easily poke a fork into the potatoes. Whisk 2 eggs together in a bowl. Fill the other bowl with 1 1/2 cup (200 g) of dry breadcrumbs. Add 12 cup (120ml) of vegetable oil to a large skillet. Place as many potato cutlets in the skillet as will fit without touching each other. Fry them until they turn golden brown. Then, flip them over and fry the other side to golden brown as well. Serve immediately. Potato cutlets are a perfect side dish for meat or vegetable stew. You can also serve them as an appetizer with ketchup or mustard.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Wash, peel, and boil the potatoes. Fill one medium bowl with eggs and another with breadcrumbs. Fry the cutlets in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side.