INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Think about shorter names that might be hidden inside it. For example, the name Steven contains the shorter name Steve. The name Alfred contains Al, Alf, Fred, and Red. Those names in turn might also have nicknames, such as Alfie (for Alf). Many people choose a nickname based on their own first name because it is easy for themselves and others to remember. Last names can also be a good source of nicknames. For example, people whose last names begin with Mc- or Mac-, as in John McClane, sometimes choose to go by the nickname Mac. A last name itself can also be a nickname. Consider letter combinations in your name that might not be regular names, but which are easy to say. Someone named Steven might think about going by Te or Ven. Nicknames based on your name can be spelled however you like. "Mack" works just as well as "Mac." The pronunciation is more important than the spelling. If you have a reputation for doing something well or standing out in some other way, it can lead to a nickname. Someone with a loud, booming yell might go as Boomer. A very smart person is sometimes called a "brain;" Brain can also be a great nickname. To ensure that the nickname you choose references your own name, look for nicknames that share a first letter with your name, or that rhyme with it. The places you grew up, as well as the places your ancestors lived, can sometimes provide great nicknames. People with ancestors in the Netherlands could choose the nickname Dutch; a person who grew up in Texas might go as Tex or Texie. A strong sense of connection to an ancestral culture can also provide nicknames that mean the same thing as your name means, but in another language or cultural tradition.

SUMMARY: Look at your name. Look at your hobbies and talents. Check your family heritage.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Are you looking to make a professional site to sell photos or are you just looking to share your work with others? This will make a big difference in your overall blog, as there are many different blogging sites depending on your needs. In general: Professional Photographers should strongly consider buying their own domain name (www.NicksPhotos.com, for example), so that they look like a reputable business. Most major blogging sites, like Weebly or Wordpress, allow you to buy your own domain name and customize your photos. Recreational Photographers often find success on larger photo sharing sites, like tumblr, where it is easy to market your work to others with similar interests. These are free and easy to set up and get running. This lets people see that you have content available right from the get-go, which makes them more likely to follow your blog. It also gives you a chance to see your template (the style of your blog) in action and tweak it to fit your vision. Once you've chosen your blogging site, search online for "Free photography templates for ________", where the blank is Wordpress, Tumblr, etc. They are easy to copy to your own blog and many are customizable. You want your reader's first impression to be your photography, not big blurbs of text, titles, or pleas to buy some work. Some ways to do this include: Choose 4-5 of your favorite photos and feature them on the top of the screen in a slideshow or photo strip. Make the center of your page your most recent photo or post. Make your home page a tiled collection of all your posts (available in certain blogging templates). Often this is in a little section labeled "About," but you can also delineate a "Contact Me" page on many blogging sites like Tumblr. This is important if anyone wants to use the rights to your photos or hire you for a gig. onsider adding a Creative Commons license. These free licenses tell people what you will allow them to do with your photos. You can choose from a variety of options on their website, from "Everyone can use freely" to "May only be used or reproduced with permission from me." This simple addition is a great step to take in case of copyright infringement. You can ask people to request permission to reuse, let them know that they cannot, or can use only for non-profit reasons. Creative Commons has a small but helpful legal team to help you deal with disputes as well.

SUMMARY: Consider your reasons for starting a photography blog. Upload 5-10 photos right when you make your site. Make sure your photos are the main attraction. Add basic contact information to your page. .

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: In order to help your body get used to sleeping on a normal schedule, try to pick a convenient time for you to go to sleep and get up. Make sure it works every day of the week so you can stay on a consistent schedule. After a while, your body will start to respond to the new schedule. It may be hard at first, especially if you have a hard time getting to sleep or staying asleep. Try to push through so you can get on a schedule. The more tired you are, the more likely you are to be able to fall asleep. This is true for the weekends as well. Even though you may be tempted to get up later on the weekends, try to avoid sleeping more than one hour past your daily wake up time. In order to help you sleep better, try making a nightly routine that you go through every night. Like your sleep schedule, your nightly routine help you get in the habit of sleeping at certain times. Your nightly routine can also help ease your worries and calm your mind before you get to bed. Try incorporating relaxing activities into your nightly routine. Taking a warm bath, reading a book, listening to comforting music, or having a cup of decaffeinated tea or warm milk can all be part of your routine. You can mix your nightly routine up a little if, for example, you don't need to take a bath each night or you don't want any milk. Try to keep some similar activities, however, so your body starts to associate the actions with sleep. If you are having a hard time falling asleep at night, you need to allow yourself to unwind at the end of the day. This can be for a few hours before you go to bed, but give yourself plenty of time before you try to go to sleep to decompress. This is especially important if you suffer from depression because you often have much more going on emotionally than most people. This is a great time to focus on things that make you happy or to let go of the things that make you worry or depressed. This is different than your nightly routine as well, since that typically leads up to you going to bed. Your unwind time is meant to just be time for you to enjoy yourself and focus on relaxation with no intention in mind other than your happiness and well-being. This time helps you get in the right head space to help you fall asleep. Try relaxing activities such as meditation or watching your favorite TV show. There are many different herbs that may help you sleep. These herbs, such as chamomile, valerian root, lemon balm, or passionflower, can be found as dried herbs that can be made into teas, as essential oils, and as supplements. Always ask your doctor before you take herbs. This is especially true if you are one medication for depression, since many herbs can interact with medications.

SUMMARY:
Create a sleep schedule. Plan a nightly routine. Allow time to unwind. Use herbs to help you sleep.