Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Listen. Ask questions. Don't lash out. Decide whether it is accurate. Take steps to address the problem.

Answer: Once you've recognized constructive criticism, learn how to grow from it. The first step is to hear the person out. You may need to practice this, as your first reaction is often to become defensive. Listen to them before you do anything. Try to remain objective or outside yourself when getting constructive feedback. Remind yourself, "They aren't attacking me. This isn't about me personally." Try active listening techniques during the conversation, like paraphrasing. If you are getting written feedback, read and re-read the comments to make sure that you understand. Be careful not to misinterpret criticism. If you have the chance, follow up with questions and ask for clarification on points that you do not understand. Asking questions will help you to better grasp what is being said, internalize the criticism, and find a solution. For example, "Can you please clarify what you meant when you said that my thesis statement was "fuzzy?" It is easy to get defensive when faced with criticism. Tell yourself over and again that constructive criticism is not personal. Resist the feeling and try to be open. Whether it is a peer, a boss, a teacher, or a loved one, remind yourself that they are, after all, probably just trying to help. Take a deep breath if you feel overwhelmed or angry. Think: is it the criticism that bothers you or the way in which the criticism was delivered? If the criticism is constructive, overlook the delivery. Resist the urge to dismiss criticism out of hand. Take some time to think it over. Is it accurate? Is it fair? Try to be as neutral as you can. You may risk missing an important truth if you ignore criticism. Consider asking a friend, mentor, or family member about criticism make sure that it is someone whom you trust but who will give you the truth. For example, "Sam, my teacher said she thinks I'm working below my ability. I trust you and want to know your opinion." If you've faced constructive criticism, listened and assessed it, and decided that it is accurate, the next step is to make a change. At this stage, you can probably see clearly what the problem is and have gotten beyond your frustration or anger. Implement a plan to address the problem. Self-reflection is a sign of maturity. Responding to criticism will not only help you, but also shows others that you are willing to face up to your weaknesses, address them, and improve.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Place the onions and potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker. Set the corned beef brisket on top. Top with the celery and baby carrots. Pour the ale and seasoning blend over everything. Cover and cook on low for 7 hours. Add cabbage and cook for another 1 hour. Serve with Dijon mustard and horseradish sauce.

Answer: Arrange these hardier vegetables at the bottom of the slow cooker in even layers. Onions are less likely to stick to the sides of the slow cooker as much as many of the other ingredients might. Moreover, as fragrant vegetables, the aroma and flavor of the onions can seep upward and into the less dense, more permeable ingredients. If you cannot fit the brisket in as a whole piece, cut it into two pieces and rearrange as needed to make it fit. Scatter the celery and carrots over the beef in even layers. These are the only vegetables you should add at this point. Do not add the cabbage yet. It cooks too quickly and will disintegrate if cooked for the full time. Drizzle the ale or beer over the beef and vegetables in the slow cooker. Sprinkle evenly with the spice blend. Make sure that the ale completely covers the meat in the slow cooker. If it does not, add just enough water to bring the level of the liquid up to the top of the brisket. Use the spice blend provided in this article, or, if you would prefer, you could also use a pre-made pickling spice blend or the spice blend that usually comes with the corned beef brisket. Leave the lid on the entire 7 hours. If you do not have a full 7 hours, you could cook the corned beef and vegetables on high for 4 hours, instead. Keeping the lid on is crucial. Crock Pots and other slow cookers work by building up heat, and when you remove the lid, you let a portion of that heat escape. This could lengthen the overall cooking time. Arrange the cabbage wedges in an even layer across the top of the slow cooker. Cover again and cook on low for another hour, until the cabbage becomes tender. Alternatively, you could switch the slow cooker to high and cook the cabbage and other ingredients for only 20 to 30 minutes longer. You do not need to stir the ingredients previously in the slow cooker before adding the cabbage. Simply rest the cabbage on top, spreading it out as evenly as possible. Transfer the cooked corned beef and vegetables to serving plates while still hot. Pour the remainder of the juices from the slow cooker over the meat, if desired, and serve with sides of mustard and horseradish sauce. When slicing the corned beef, cut it into thin slices across the grain. Doing so creates tender slices, while cutting with the grain will produce tougher slices. You could also consider pouring the remaining juices into a gravy boat and placing it alongside the Dijon mustard and horseradish sauce on the table.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Determine which kind of pink eye you have. Know when to call the doctor.

Answer: Conjunctivitis can occur due to viruses, bacteria, and allergies. All types of pink eye cause the eyes to become red, watery, and itchy, but the other symptoms of pink eye will vary according to its cause. Viral can affect one or both eyes, and individuals with this condition may experience sensitivity to light and watery discharge. Viral conjunctivitis is highly contagious and difficult to treat. It usually needs to run its course, which can take anywhere from 1 to 3 weeks. The best way to treat viral conjunctivitis is by preventing complications from arising. In severe cases, topical corticosteroids may be needed. Bacterial conjunctivitis causes a sticky discharge, yellow or green, located in the corner of the eye. In extreme cases, the discharge can cause the eyes to stick together. One or both eyes can be affected, and bacterial conjunctivitis is contagious. Bacterial conjunctivitis is best treated by a doctor. You might be able to overcome the illness at home, but antibiotics will significantly shorten the duration. Allergic conjunctivitis is usually accompanied by other allergy symptoms, including a stuffy or runny nose, and both eyes will be affected. It is not contagious. Allergic conjunctivitis is usually treated at home, but patients with severe allergies may need professional medical treatment to clear the condition up quickly. It never hurts to call the doctor when you have pink eye, since your doctor will have good recommendations for what to do. A call is strongly recommended if the pink eye is accompanied by more worrisome symptoms. Call the doctor if you experience moderate to severe pain in the eye or if you experience vision problems that do not clear up once the discharge is wiped away. If pink eye deepens in color to an intense red, you should seek medical help as soon as possible. Contact the doctor immediately if you suspect that you have a severe form of viral conjunctivitis, such as one caused by the herpes simplex virus, or if you are immunocompromised due to HIV infection or cancer treatment. Contact your doctor if bacterial conjunctivitis being treated with antibiotics does not improve after 24 hours.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: If you are a tourist, get a city map. Obtain a refillable MetroCard through a station MetroCard Vending Machine. Ask the station agent for a free subway map. Follow overhead signs for directions to the line you want.

Answer:
They are likely to show a list or locations of subway stations but not the entire subway map.