INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A stressful home life, medical problems, or personal issues could be making them feel frustrated or sad. Check in periodically with your employees. Ask them thoughtful, open-ended questions about their lives to see what may be causing their negativity. It's good to ask these questions in a casual setting, such as by the coffee machine or in the lunch room. For example, you might ask, "How is your family doing?" or "How have you been doing recently?" If the employee does not want to talk about their personal life, do not push the issue. Just say, "I understand." You might talk to them about less personal subjects, such as television, sports, or weather. If you acknowledge your employee's accomplishments, they will have more pride in their work. Let them know that you are proud of their work. This will help reinforce positive behaviors in the workplace. For example, if Marla recently completed a big project, you can say, "Great job on this project! You did really well getting this out to us quickly." Be specific with your feedback. For example, you might say, "You saved us so much money this quarter after finding that error in the books. We really appreciate having you here." In many cases, people may feel as though their work is worthless. To give your employees a sense of purpose, remind them of how important their work is to their coworkers, team, and company. For example, you might say, "Thank you for completing these reports. I know they're tedious, but they help everyone get the information they need more quickly." You can also say something like, "We would not have been able to complete this project without you." Even if you think the change will be a positive one, asking your employees about their opinions helps them feel as though they have a say in their workplace. Consider implementing their feedback if possible. Open-ended questions are best, as they will help you get more honest feedback. For example, you might say, "We're thinking of making some changes to the breakroom. What would you like to see there?" For decisions that come from higher up, give your employees plenty of warning if possible. You might say, "Senior management is thinking of extending work hours during the holiday season. What concerns might you have about this?" Never dismiss their problem, even if it comes from a very negative employee. Occasionally, take the chance to repeat what they are saying back to them. This will reinforce that you hear and understand their frustrations. For example, you might say, "What I am hearing is that you are upset that IT ignores your broken computer. Is that correct?" Seriously consider all suggestions. Instead of saying, "no, we can't do that," you might say, "Let me think about it and get back to you" or "yes, we might be able to do that." Ignoring problems does not make them go away, and it can worsen negativity in the office. Your employees will feel better about their work if they think that their concerns are taken seriously.

SUMMARY: Ask your employees about their life outside of work. Praise the employee when they do a good job. Tell employees how they contribute to the success of the company. Solicit feedback from your employees before making changes. Listen actively to your employees when they discuss a problem.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: When you have a new baby, you are going through a lot of changes. These changes aren't just physical. Pay attention to the emotional shifts that are occurring, too. Your emotional well-being is important when you are reestablishing a sexual connection with your partner. Start by accepting the changes that have happened. For example, you may notice that your breasts feel and look much differently. That's normal. Try not to let your feelings about your body impact your desire to have sex. Another common worry is that your body will feel differently to your partner after you give birth. It's possible that it might. Accept that your body has physically changed, and that sex will be different for both of you. But that does not mean that it is not still good. Pregnancy and giving birth greatly affect your hormones. Your hormones likely will not return to normal until you start menstruating again. For many women, this doesn't happen until for anywhere from 4-12 weeks after giving birth. When your hormones are out of balance, your sex drive can vary. Many women will feel ready to have sex, but just as many won't feel ready for several months. Remember that feeling either way is fine. And it's normal for your feelings to shift from day to day, and even hour to hour. You will also be spending most hours of the day holding and caring for your newborn. When it's finally time to take a break, you may feel the need for some personal space. It's ok if you don't feel like being touched. Try not to think too much about what other people do. Your sex life is between you and your partner. You two should resume having sex when it is right for you. Having a great sex life after a baby may take some adjustments, which is normal. The best thing you can do is to be patient with yourself and with your partner. Some couples begin having sex 1 month after giving birth. Others prefer to wait 6 months. Give yourself time to feel ready to be intimate again. If you feel nervous about sex, you won't feel aroused. Wait to try until you feel ready. Take it slow. Once you feel ready for sex, be gentle and take the process slowly. This can help ease your fears about physical discomfort. It's hard to feel sexy when you are exhausted and stressed. Taking care of yourself emotionally and physically can do wonders for your sex life. Pamper yourself a little. You will feel relaxed and ready for amazing sex with your partner. Allow family and friends to help. When you're a new parent, you might feel the need to be with your baby 24/7, which is normal. If a trusted family member or friend offers to give you a break, take them up on their offer. You and your partner deserve a little time for yourself. Consider treating yourself and your partner to a relaxing activity. It might feel good to get a couples massage or go out for dinner. Spending some time together as a couple can help you reconnect. This can inspire both of you to put more focus on recharging your sex life. It can be difficult to feel sexy after giving birth. Maybe you are stressed about losing the baby weight. Or perhaps you're uncomfortable looking at your stretch marks. If you don't feel confident in your body, it can be difficult to feel interested in sex. In order to start having great sex again, it's important to try to regain your confidence in your body. Remind yourself that your body is amazing--giving birth is no small accomplishment! If you feel up to it, start getting some exercise. You can take a long walk or attend a post-natal yoga class. Physical exercise can increase your confidence levels. Just make sure to clear it with your doctor before you resume your workouts. Try cleaning yourself up. It can be easy to forget to shower or put on actual clothes when you're a new parent. When you feel ready, dry your hair and put on an outfit that makes you feel good. This can make you feel more like yourself again, and ready for sex.

SUMMARY: Accept the changes. Acknowledge your hormones. Be patient. Practice self-care. Regain your confidence.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: So you might have found some packets inside a seaweed packet or something else. If it has had contact with food, it's better if you wipe it clean with a dry cloth or something and then wash the cloth. Don't wash the packet or else the gels will suck in the water but you will learn how to dry them up later on so it doesn't matter unless you want to do an extra job.

SUMMARY:
Find some packets.