INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If at any point you feel threatened by someone, get help. Go to someone you trust and go somewhere you feel safe, like a friend's house or an LGBT community center. If you think someone might cause you harm, do something. For example, you can send a text or make a phone call to someone you trust. If necessary, call the police. If someone is harassing you, you can file a restraining order. If someone makes you feel odd, unusual, or marginal, considering questioning the assumptions they are making. If someone refers to your childhood "as a boy," for example, and you have always identified as a girl, correct them. If someone says that you are a boy "with girl parts," inform them that your genitalia is male, like the rest of you. Ask them why a particular body part is "female," exactly. Again, it is not your responsibility to make people think, but when you feel comfortable doing so, planting that seed may lead people to change their views down the line. Some people think it's okay to ask about your private parts, surgery, or other very personal questions. Make your boundaries known and let them know that these are personal questions and not something you talk about casually. If someone asks about something personal, say, "That's private information" or, "I don't think it's appropriate to talk about that." You can also say, "Sex is a private matter. Let's respect each other's privacy." Remember that there is no reason that your boundaries should be any different than other people's boundaries just because of sexual orientation. If people are confused about how to refer to you, make it clear. Decide which pronoun you feel most comfortable with and introduce it to those around you. When you introduce yourself, state your preferred pronoun. For example, say, "Hi, I'm Chris and I like to be referred to as 'he' and 'him.'" If someone isn't respecting your chosen pronoun, gently speak to them about it. Say, "I understand this makes you uncomfortable, but I identify this way. Please respect my wishes." Often, an insult can be reversed to make a person question their worldview and transphobic stance. If you're an outgoing person or enjoy using humor, you can make someone who is insulting you feel pretty silly and making a joke may also put them at ease. For example, if someone questions your gender identity, you might say "So, when did you realize that you were a man/woman/boy/girl?" If someone makes a comment about "checking" your genitalia, you might reply dryly, "Can I check yours?" It's not your responsibility to have the confidence to make jokes like this, but if you do, they can be a helpful way to combat insults and making fun of trans people at others' expense. Let them know that it's not okay to joke about. If you want to be serious yet still get your point across, say, "Don't joke about that" or, "I find that comment hurtful." Keep in mind that feeling comfortable with yourself will likely help to make the other person feel comfortable with you as well.

SUMMARY: Ensure your safety. Question day-to-day assumptions. Shut down prying questions. Talk about pronouns. Challenge jokes or remarks.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The types of kiebasa that work best for this method are cooked biaa (white) kiebasa and zwyczajna (regular) kiebasa. You do not need to fry dried kiebasa, such as kabanos. If you wish to fry biaa (white) kiebasa, you should cook it first. The oil will help the kiebasa brown nicely, and prevent it from sticking to the pan. You do not need to add a lot of oil, however, as the kiebasa will release its own oils as it heats. Use a spatula to turn the pieces often so that they don't burn. If you have any onions or cooked potatoes, consider slicing them up and adding them to the pan as well for a delicious meal. You can serve the fried pieces straight from the pan. If they are too oily for you, you can let them sit on some folded paper towels for a few minutes to drain.

SUMMARY: Cut the kiebasa into 1-inch (2.54-centimeter) thick slices and place it into a skillet. Add some oil, then turn the heat up to medium. Fry the kiebasa for 6 to 9 minutes. Serve the kiebasa.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Like ash blonde hair, light ash brown hair often turns a brassy yellow color after a few weeks. Because of how light it is, a simple wash with purple shampoo may rejuvenate your color and cancel out the yellow tones. Each brand of purple shampoo is a little different, so follow the instructions on the bottle. Most need to sit on your hair for 2-10 minutes to be effective. Since purple and yellow are complementary colors, the purple tones in the shampoo can help neutralize the yellow brassiness in your hair. Toner, gloss, and glaze are different words for the same procedure. Toners and glosses deposit a translucent ashy color on your hair that brings cool tones back to life and restores shine to dull, dry locks. The results aren't permanent and only last for a few weeks. You can buy glosses and glazes at beauty supply stores, some drug stores, at salons, and online. Be sure to buy a toner shade that matches your hair. Purple toner works best on light shades, while blue toner works better on medium to dark shades.

SUMMARY: Try a purple toning shampoo if you have light ash brown hair. Use a toner, gloss, or glaze to rejuvenate your cool tones.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: These types of pillows have a depression in the center where you can rest your head and support your neck by elevating it slightly. These pillows are usually made of foam so they have enough support and padding. Look for natural latex pillows if you do not like how warm memory foam can get during the night. If you are allergic to latex, use a pillow made of memory foam instead. Avoid pillows stuffed with feathers or buckwheat, as they are often too soft to give your neck the support it needs while you sleep. Use a thicker pillow so the pillow can fill in the gap between your head and your mattress. Your pillow should allow your shoulders to sink into the bed so your neck and head are aligned and well supported. You can also try stacking pillows on top of each other so your neck feels comfortable and supported. You may adjust the pillows based on whether you sleep on your side or your back, as you may need more than one pillow to get comfortable. If you have a mattress that has a memory foam or pillow top, use a thinner pillow to fill in the smaller gap between your head and your mattress. You usually need 1-2 pillows maximum to support your neck and head properly. Avoid sleeping on too many pillows or pillows that are stacked very high, causing your head to dip into your chest or your neck to sit too far forward. Your neck should follow the natural curve of your spine when you lay down on your pillow, or pillows. Roll up the towel and slide it under your neck to support it better when you sleep. You can also use a small, roll-shaped pillow. If you are worried about the towel or pillow shifting in the night, slide it in your pillowcase so it stays in place. If you tend to sleep on your back, put a pillow or a bolster under your knees to make the position more comfortable. The pillow will help to keep your spine straight and your neck aligned while you sleep. Side sleepers often find it more comfortable to sleep with a regular pillow or a body pillow sandwiched between their legs. Hug the pillows to your chest and between your legs so you can keep your legs bent and your spine aligned.

SUMMARY:
Use a cervical contour pillow for good neck support. Pick a thick pillow if your mattress is firm. Go for a thin pillow if your mattress is soft. Avoid stacking pillows too high, as this can agitate your neck. Put a towel or a small pillow under your neck for extra cushioning. Slide a pillow under your knees if you sleep on your back. Place a pillow between your legs if you tend to sleep on your side.