Q: Positive relationships are crucial to having a sense of calm, stability, and well-being. To be a leader or a hero in your own life you must be able to inspire and motivate others to be the people they want to be. Focus on building others up. Give compliments readily. Let others know you appreciate them for what they do. For example, if your friend helped you volunteer you could say, "I really appreciate that you volunteered at the homeless shelter with me. It shows that you are willing to help not only me, but others in the community. You also did a great job; I noticed how comforting and understanding you were." Be positive when others are struggling. Tell them that you believe in them and you are willing to help if they need a hand. You could say something like, "I know you are having a hard time and it is understandable. I want you to know that I am here for you. I believe in you and I know you can get through this." Provide direction and a listening hear for others if they seek it. However, avoid telling people what to do in their personal lives (relationships, etc.) as this may backfire. Instead, ask them questions, be interested and validate of their feelings. A hero's life is about service to others rather than financial or social gain. Empathy is a crucial component to being a hero. Heroes care about others and want to help them. Take Superman for example; he did not want fame but was focused on helping others he even had a disguise (Clark Kent) so he could lead a normal life. If you have the resources, you can donate goods, money, or services to organizations that help those in need. One option is to help the needy by volunteering at a local food bank or homeless shelter. When you see someone struggling, don't ignore them, ask them about themselves and provide any support that you feel comfortable with. People often learn through social interactions and observation. Setting a positive example for others is a great way to become a hero for others as well as yourself. Show others that you stand up for what you believe in. If someone is being mistreated, say something, do something, intervene. Just make sure you are safe and do not put yourself in risky situations. There is power in numbers. Much like the Avengers, sometimes superheroes need to get together to fight for what they believe in or to overcome a great obstacle. In order to help others, we first need to help ourselves by having the support we need to cope with the demands of being a hero. Join a group of like-minded people. For example, if you are passionate about exercise and health you could join a fitness center, or get together a group of friends to join you on weekly hikes. Meetup.com is a website for forming groups of people with similar interest such as: rock-climbing, biking, beach-cleanup, parenting, helping the homeless, and volunteering.
A: Inspire and motivate others. Serve others. Be a positive role model. Get support.

Q: If you find yourself feeling tired in a meetingparticularly one that is boringtry taking notes about what people are saying. The active participation of taking notes will help keep you mentally engaged with the ideas, which will keep you more alert. You will remember the information more clearly. It will look like you are paying careful attention. You may find it helpful to look back at your notes later if your mind was wandering during the meeting. Laughter is the best medicine for many reasons, and staying awake is one of them. Watching a funny video clip or listening to a humorous story and laughing out loud at it will help you be more alert. You can stimulate your thinking by engaging in something funny that interests you. Laughing will offer a break and release from other things you're doing that may be tedious or unpleasant. If you have been working by yourself, engaging in a conversation with another person can help wake up your mind. Engaging in conversation and an exchange of ideas will get your mind working. If you can walk over to the other person, you will get a physical boost as well. Talking fast may also help you feel more energetic. Try upping the tempo of your speech while chatting with someone. The action of singing coordinates body, mind, and soul. It requires mental energy to recall notes and lyrics, requires your body to breathe deeply and evenly, and is a pleasurable experience. Sing on your own, sing with the car stereo, or make up your own song for a real challenge. Feeling happy makes people feel more energetic, so making yourself feel happy if you're stressed or down will give your day a boost. Keep your favorite photos of loved ones or pets nearby at work to give yourself a happy reminder. Take a mental vacation to your favorite getaway, remembering or imagining the details of what it likes to be there.
A: Write down notes. Laugh at something comedic. Socialize with someone. Sing! Find a happy place.

Q: Know whether the bond sold at par, at a premium, or at a discount. Determine the time elapsed since the bond's issuance. To calculate the carrying value of a bond, you will need to know how much of the premium or discount has been amortized, which will depend on the time elapsed since the issue date. Most premiums or discounts will be amortized on a straight-line basis, meaning the same amount is amortized each reporting period. For example, suppose a 10-year bond was issued two years ago. Two years of amortization have been recorded, and eight years of amortization remain. You need to know the remaining amount of unamortized discount or premium to calculate the carrying value. For example, suppose a company issued a 10 year bond with an $80 premium two years ago. Each year, $8 of amortization is recorded ($80 / 10 years = $8 per year). If two years have passed, then $16 of amortization has been recorded ($8 x 2 years = $16) and $64 is unamortized ($8 x 8 years = $64). Suppose a company sold $1,000 10%, 10 year bonds for $1,080 and 2 years have passed since the issue date. Calculate the premium by subtracting the face value from the sale price with the equation $1,000 - $1,080 = $80. The $80 premium will be amortized over the term of the bond at $8 per period. Since two years have passed, two amortization entries have been recorded. Eight amortization entries remain. Calculate the remaining amortization with the equation $8 x 8 = $64. The carrying value equals the face value of the bond plus the remaining premium to be amortized. Use the equation $1,000 + $64 = $1,064. Subtract the unamortized discount from the face value. For example, suppose a company sold a $1,000, 10%, 10 year bond for $920, or an $80 discount and two years have passed since the bond issuance. The annual amortization of the discount is $8. Two amortization entries have been recorded. Eight remain, for a value of $8 x 8 = $64. The carrying value of the bond is $1,000 - $64 = $936.
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Determine the terms of the bond in question. Calculate the amortized portion of the discount or premium. Calculate the carrying value of a bond sold at premium. Calculate the carrying value of a bond sold at a discount using the same method.