Problem: Article: An easy-going person doesn't become overwhelmed or bogged down by life's problems. People with laid-back attitudes know all too well that even the worst problems are temporary. If you often overreact in the face of issues, it's time to take a chill pill. Instead of stomping off in anger or frustration or running what went wrong through your head over and over, take a deep breath. Breathe in through your nose for a few counts. Hold it, and then release the air through your mouth for a few counts. Repeat this until you feel calm and able to view the issue more objectively. Accept that "This, too, shall pass" by repeating the phrase to yourself whenever you encounter a problem that causes you to want to overreact. Remember that you don't own all the problems of the world. Practice mindfulness to help maintain emotional composure. Let in comments, ideas, and opinions without judgment or offense. Realize that these are a reflection on the person saying them and have little to do with you personally. Remind yourself that you are competent and able to deal with life's problems as they arise. Does it really matter if you have to bend down and pick up the papers you dropped? Does it really matter if you miss your bus? I think you will find that most times it doesn't really matter. Most issues we encounter on a daily basis seem important, but are truly minimal and inconsequential. Question whether what you are getting upset about really is a big deal. Doing this helps you identify unnecessary stressors before they explode out of your control. Ask yourself "Will this affect my life in 1 year? 5 years?" If the answer is "no", let it roll off your back like a bead of sweat and keep on with your day. If it should turn out that it matters, be sure to consider if there is anything you can do about it right now. Sometimes, you may find yourself getting caught up in circumstances that are really out of your control. Ask if there is something you can do. If there is, go ahead and do it. If there isn't, what's the use of letting it get to you? You can't control things like the weather, politics, or the stock market, so there's no use getting yourself upset when these types of things don't go your way. Instead, focus your attention on all the things that you can control like your productivity, creativity, thought patterns and your character. Conflict doesn't have to increase the distance between two people. It can actually be a benchmark to bring people closer together. When in disagreement, try not to focus on your differences with others. That is, what you believe to be true versus what they believe to be true. You can make more of an impact by highlighting mutual interests. An easy-going person respects the differences of others and is willing to listen and negotiate. Don't get stuck in the mind frame that one of you has to be wrong. Look for the common ground and use that to resolve the issue. For example, you and a friend are in disagreement over where to go for lunch. Both of you have different opinions and don't seem willing to bend. To move the discussion forward, suggest to your friend that you both list all the places or types of cuisine that you absolutely do not want to go to. Then, you can use that common ground to find a place where you both wouldn't mind eating.
Summary: Don't internalize problems. Ask yourself if it really matters. Consider if there is something you can do about the situation. Aim to find common ground in disagreements.

Problem: Article: Give your cookware several minutes to return to a normal temperature. If you submerge a hot pan in cold water, it may cause the material to permanently warp or bubble. Always use warm or hot water to clean your Calphalon cookware. Exposing heated cookware to cold water against the manufacturer's instructions may void your product warranty. Though Calphalon is scratch-resistant and made to take a beating, too much consistent wear and tear can render its nonstick finish ineffective. Avoid dropping, banging or being overly rough with your cookware. If you take care of it, it's guaranteed to last you a long time. Whenever possible, use plastic utensils instead of metal ones to prevent scratches. Never attempt to cut ingredients while they're inside the pan. If your cookware starts looking dull after repeated use, a product like Calphalon Dormond Cleanser or Bar Keepers Friend can restore the finish to its original condition. These types of cleansers are formulated specifically for use on stainless steel and other nonstick surfaces, and can be useful for renewing smoothness and shine. Nonstick cleansers and polishes can leave behind a powdery residue if they're not rinsed away completely. Buffing can improve the appearance of pieces that have just begun to display tell-tale silvery scratch lines. Using a heavy-duty Scotch-Brite scrubbing pad, rub the area around the scratch with a light circular motion until the worst of the damage disappears. Afterwards, treat the piece with a special nonstick cleanser and rinse it thoroughly. Rub along the grain of the pan to avoid causing further scratching or scuffing. Severely scratched cookware should be thrown out and replaced. When nonstick surfaces become damaged, it's possible for them to release toxic chemicals that can leach into food.
Summary:
Allow the cooking surface to cool before washing. Handle Calphalon with care. Polish pots and pans with a special cleanser. Buff out small scratches.