Q: If change moved vertically, we'd all have an easier time making personal modifications. The truth is, change does not typically follow a distinct path and there may be rocks in the road. For example, in weight loss it is not common for someone to continue to lose weight every single day. Some days you may not lose any weight, and some days you may gain some weight. The key is not letting these inevitable fluctuations cause you to give up on your goal. What is important is that overall, you lose weight over time. Know that you can do anything you put your mind to (that is reasonable of course)! Make a list of possible setbacks that may occur during your journey toward self-improvement. Identify ways to deal with each setback. Dwelling on what you did wrong does not help you achieve goals. However, focusing on what you can do now and in the future helps you to. Instead of letting the rock in your path stop your journey, focus on moving forward and learning how to better deal with rocks in the future. You can go around or jump over the rocks. For example, if you wanted to lose weight and ending up gaining a pound over the weekend, instead of thinking negatively and giving up on your goal, think something like, "it's okay to have a little fluctuation in weight. I'm going to continue to feed my body healthy foods!" Unlike what most people think, failure is not evil per se. It is a bad thing in the short run, but it is actually helpful in the long run! That depends on you. So don't fear failure and simply consider them as a potential foundation of a new understanding and strength. There is a reason great people failed a lot. Research indicates that individuals who accept their challenges can actually be more motivated toward positive change. Additionally, individuals who affirm or validate themselves often are more able to think about and understand their challenges. Recognize your strengths and your challenges, even if you have to list all of them down. Understand yourself as an outside observer. Try to objectively look at yourself by observing your behaviors such as how you act, speak, and think around other people. Assess yourself and what you do regularly. Allocate a time for this at the weekends. Some do that before going to bed every night. See what areas need improvement, and find out how to improve that, then write it down and read that everyday you wake up in the coming week until it is fixed.
A: Acknowledge that setbacks are normal. Focus on what you will do in the future. Accept and affirm yourself.

Q: To highlight, click on the first cell and drag down to the last cell you want to alphabetize. You can highlight an entire column by clicking on the lettered column heading. Click the "AZ sort" icon to sort in ascending alphabetical order. Click the "ZA sort" icon to sort in descending order. Your highlighted cells will now be sorted. If you cannot locate the "AZ sort" icon you can add the standard toolbar by opening the "View" menu on menu bar then select "Toolbars" and check "Standard." The standard toolbar will now be visible and will include the "AZ sort" icon.
A: Type the text you wish to alphabetize into the cells of one column. Highlight the text you want to alphabetize. Find the "AZ sort" or "ZA sort" icon found on the standard tool bar, under the Data tab. Finished.

Q: Flipping your item of clothing inside out will allow you to attack the stain directly. Place your reversed item of clothing inside a large bowl or sink, with the stain resting at the lowest point in the bowl or sink. This method will not work with spandex, which can be damaged by hot water. Using baking soda and hydrogen peroxide may cause discoloration if you're removing stains from colored fabric. Use 1 part baking soda, 1 part hydrogen peroxide, and 1 part water in a large bowl and mix them together with a large clean spoon. Mix the solution until there are no visible chunks of baking soda left. About 14 cup (59mL) of each ingredient will be enough for 1 shirt or pair of pants. Fill a large pot with water and heat it on the stove until the water reaches a rolling boil. While wearing an oven mitt, carry the pot over to your sink or bowl and pour the boiling water directly over your sweat stain. This will loosen the fabric and make the sweat stains easier to scrub away. With a spoon, scoop your solution directly on top of the stains. Let it soak for at least 5 minutes. After it soaks, scrub the stain with a scrub brush or toothbrush in soft, circular motions until the stain disappears. You can soak your clothing for longer if you'd like. White fabric won't be damaged by letting it soak for longer. Throw your item of clothing in with your dirty laundry and sort it before you wash it. Use your standard laundry detergent and run a regular wash cycle to remove any residue from your baking soda or hydrogen peroxide.
A: Flip your item of clothing inside out and place it in a bowl or sink. Combine baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and water in a separate bowl. Boil a pot of water and pour it directly on the stains. Pour the baking soda solution directly on to the stain and scrub it. Throw the clothing in with your dirty laundry and wash it.

Q: It can be extremely daunting to meet new people, especially if you have bipolar depression. However, taking the first step to introduce yourself is important. If you are at a party or social function, just go up to the person and say hello and tell them your name. For example, you may be at a friend's party or at a social meetup. Scan the crowd for someone who looks nice or interesting. Go up to that person and say, "Hi. My name is ____. What's yours?" If someone is alone, then they will likely be happy to have the company. Sometimes, just going up to someone and introducing yourself may be awkward. Instead, you may find it easier to start a conversation with someone. Use the situation you are in or the location to give you a good starting place for conversation. Just make sure to stick to neutral topics and avoid anything potentially inflammatory, such as politics. If you are in class, start a conversation with someone about the homework or the material you're covering. If you're at a social meetup for board games, start talking to someone about the board game they are playing. If you're at a friend's party, comment on the food or the music. For example, you can say, "What game are they playing? It looks fun, but I have never seen it before" or "What did you think of the book we read for class?" or "I didn't know they were getting burritos catered. I love burritos, and this place is one of the best." As you pursue friends with bipolar depression, the time is going to come when you want to share your condition with your friends. Think about how you want to tell and why. Make sure you wait until you get to know and trust the person before you decide to share it with them. Think about why you want to tell this person. Will this person be understanding? Will they be patient and supportive? Consider how they talk with other people as well because this will be a good indication of how they will talk to you. When you finally tell the person, tell them as much as they need to know. For example, "I have bipolar depression. That means I sometimes have trouble with my moods and go through phases of depression. This doesn't mean we can't be friends. I just wanted you to know." Or, if you feel uncomfortable sharing this much, then you can also share a symptom of your bipolar disorder. For example, you might say, "I often have trouble sleeping at night." Trouble sleeping is a common complaint so most people can relate to it. If you're to the point where you want to tell people about your condition, you should be careful how often you talk about it. If you are struggling with your symptoms or going through a bad patch, it's okay to talk about it or let your friends know. However, don't talk about the bipolar every time you get together with people. Don't detail your health problems or difficulties with bipolar all the time when you're with other people. Though you may deal with it constantly, you don't want that to be the focus of your conversations and social interactions. Make sure to listen to your friend's concerns as well.
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Introduce yourself. Find something to start a conversation about. Choose when you share your condition carefully. Limit how often you talk about your bipolar disorder.