Problem: How to clean a bong
Gather supplies.
Before cleaning your bong, you'll need to round up some supplies, including: a sink or basin; coarse salt, rice, or baking soda; rubbing alcohol, vinegar, or another cleaner; clean water; and latex gloves.
Empty the bong and rinse and fill it with warm water. OPTIONS:
- At the very least, it should be relatively large enough to cover any remaining suds and dirt on the outside. Pour it in and let the bong soak overnight.
- Fill the bong with 1/2 a cup of warm, but not boiling, water so that it fills to the top. Point the lid of the bong downwards so that it touches the bowl.
- This will remove any residue from the surface of the bong, including any grease. Place the bong and water in a small container, taking care not to splash the water at any point.
- While wearing your latex gloves, empty out your bong as well as you can. Pour out old bong water and remove any spent herb.

Answer: While wearing your latex gloves, empty out your bong as well as you can. Pour out old bong water and remove any spent herb.

Problem: How to challenge an hmo's denial of coverage
Determine if you have been denied coverage by reading your insurance policy carefully.
Sometimes an hmo will need to investigate a claim further. While its investigation is pending, the hmo may put a hold on the claim. OPTIONS:
- It may also request that you recoup the amount of monthly expenses you claim, if you have been denied coverage by a staff member. The hmo will ask you for specific details regarding the coverage your claim was denied.
- However, an insurance company failing to respond can also amount to an outright denial; it depends on your individual policy. Read carefully through any pre-certification letter or evidence of benefits (eob) statement that explains why your claim has been denied.
- Automatically denied coverage is prohibited in health care insurance policies. In this situation, the hmo can raise some concerns if you have been accused of an insurer's denial of coverage.
- In this situation, you may have been denied coverage because your claim was what any other insurance company would have told the hmo. Review your policy carefully and examine if there were errors.

Answer: However, an insurance company failing to respond can also amount to an outright denial; it depends on your individual policy. Read carefully through any pre-certification letter or evidence of benefits (eob) statement that explains why your claim has been denied.

Problem: How to stay grounded
Make a list of 5 positive things in your life.
When things aren't going your way, it's easy to get caught up in the negativity. Ground yourself by pausing and practicing deep breathing. OPTIONS:
- Instead of dwelling on your negative thoughts and negative thoughts, remind yourself that they're just one part of what's developing. One day, practice mindfulness and understanding.
- Deep, abdominal breathing activates the body's natural relaxation response to help you fend off stress and reconnect with yourself. Deep breathing may also help to reduce anxiety and depression, as well as increase your energy levels.
- When things are going your way, practice deep breathing, or stay grounded. Two of the most important affirmations you can learn to do is center your mind around positive things in your own life.
- Remind yourself that your goals are beautiful, and are one of the most important things in your life, not the situations of conflict and problems. Focusing on how to stay grounded doesn't give you any power over what others say, and these negative thoughts often make you wary of acting on your unrealistic thoughts.
Answer: Deep, abdominal breathing activates the body's natural relaxation response to help you fend off stress and reconnect with yourself. Deep breathing may also help to reduce anxiety and depression, as well as increase your energy levels.