Q: Look online to find schedules for free walking tours. You can also find audio and written self-guided tours online. Tours are great if you want to learn about the bridge's history or want help identifying iconic sights. Extended platforms span across the bridge's 2 central towers. These are the best spots to take photographs, since the pedestrian walkway's narrow lanes don't offer much room to stop. You'll also find engraved plaques with information about the bridge's history and the sights visible from the promenade. Since it's tough to stop in the narrow walking lanes, the towers' extended platforms are perfect spots to rest. Take rest breaks at the 2 towers if you or anyone in your group might have trouble walking over 1 mile (1.6km) nonstop. If you need to sit, there are benches at the towers and along the route. The bridge spans 1.3 miles (2.1km), and you might work up an appetite on your hike. There are plenty of restaurant options on both sides, so grab a slice of New York-style pizza, savor a glass of wine, or indulge in an ice cream sundae. Before walking back or heading to the subway, take a tour of City Hall, explore the Financial District, or wander north to Chinatown. Other attractions within walking distance include Battery Park, the Freedom Tower's observation deck, and the Woolworth Building, which is one of America's architectural treasures. On the Brooklyn side, check out the eclectic Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo (Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass) neighborhoods. They're packed with restaurants, shops, street art, and other vibrant attractions. Brooklyn Bridge Park is the perfect spot to lounge and admire the gorgeous bridge you've just crossed. You could also take a spin on the nearby Jane's Carousel or peruse the many nearby art galleries.
A: Take a guided tour to learn about the bridge's history. Take photographs at the bridge's towers. Rest at the towers if you're crossing with kids or the elderly. Grab a snack, drinks, or a meal when you reach the other side. Check out lower Manhattan if you walked from Brooklyn. Explore Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo if you came from Manhattan.

Q: It is a relationship myth that a solid relationship does not require work. Be prepared to put the work in. You can accomplish this by addressing any problems with your partner before they rear to their ugly heads. For example, you notice your partner withdrawing more money out of a shared account than usual. Instead of building a case over time, you might address the issue right off by saying "I noticed you have been needing more money lately. Do we need to adjust our budget to account for this?" You will never be perfect nor can you expect this from a partner. There will always be issues that come up and you can either learn to treat them as you would any other obstacle or you can hide them until they balloon into a huge problem. Make a commitment to hold a weekly check-in in which either of you can bring up any issues you have on your chest. Communicating problems with the idea of tackling them as soon as they come up helps you establish a strong foundation. Pick your battles wisely. Not every issue needs to turn into a battle. There will be some that need to be talked out, others that go unsaid and finally some that just end up not being important compared to what you gain from the relationship. Compromising may include writing out a pros and cons list to points of disagreement and talking through the list objectively. Talking aloud may clearly point out which choice is mutually beneficial. It also means finding a way that both of you can have your needs met without jeopardizing the needs of the other. Another way you can compromise is doing things one person's way one time and then favoring the other person's opinion the next time. For example, you may watch one person's favorite movie one night and the other person's top pick the next night. Before you find yourself waging war against your partner about a small issue, assess how important the matter truly is to the happiness and growth of your relationship. If it's truly not a big deal, move on. Relationships are about the "we" and not the "I" or "you". Focus on honest communication to work through problems together with room for each of you to give and take. Learn from one another instead of working against one another. For example, if you need a sum of money to pay for a big purchase, you can sit down and find ways for both of you to contribute. Each of you can put money into savings for a span of time, or cut back on non-essential expenses. Using terms like "we" as in "We will get through this" or "us" as in "Let us figure out a solution together" help foster a teamwork approach. Every relationship comes with ups and downs. When you encounter an issue, go through it logically and objectively and make a decision based on a the mutual well-being of both partners. Be sure to clearly define what you need from a partner and what you intend to give to your partner. Follow through on your obligations to your partner and speak up when he or she isn't doing the same in a constructive manner. It is a myth that you do not need to tell your partner what you value and need. You are mistaken to think that simply because your partner loves you, he or she should know what you need. Mind reading is impossible and the expectation of it merely hinders your growth. Communicate your desires simply by saying something to the effect of "Charity is really important to me. What can we do to honor that moving forward?" This is one area that can be very dangerous if you ignore it until it becomes a bigger issue. Make sure you share financial values early on in the relationship. If you want to save for the future while your partner lives for the moment, this may not end up lasting long term. Sit down and discuss where each of you stand financially. Create a budget if you live under the same roof. Talk to a financial counselor if you have trouble seeing eye-to-eye.
A: Discuss issues upfront instead of letting them grow in size. Be willing to compromise. Work through problems as a team. Make your values and needs known to your partner. Get on the same page about finances.

Q: Winters are hard on people: long nights, not much sunshine. It's not an easy task to look bright and fresh every day. Get a lot of sleep and when you're unable to do it, take advantage of the weekend and get some rest. Try to enjoy the sun when you can find some!- and fill the lack of it by taking vitamin D. Add vitamin C for energy! Cure your colds with adequate remedies and by staying warm. Healthy doesn't mean boring, protected and cloistered. Keep up with some exercise and go for walks, go downtown and hang out with your friends, try not giving up on your hobbies... Maintain a social life. Winter is a tiring season, so make compromises. For instance, having a fun going out on Saturday and staying in on Sunday will keep you both rested and happy. Enjoy the winter pleasuressnowballs fights, winter sports, Christmas shopping, etc. Try to stay in an optimistic state of mind. Don't forget: a happy person shows her beauty on her face and will glow through the coldest winters!
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Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Have fun with the season.