Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Preheat the oven to 350F/180C. Saute the onion and green pepper in 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a non-stick skillet. Add the minced garlic. Transfer the onions, peppers and garlic to a bowl. Pour the remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil in the pan. Crumble the ground beef or pork and the ground turkey into the pan. Stir the meat over medium heat until the meat is well browned. Drain any excess fat from the pan by transferring the meat into a colander set in your sink. Once the fat has drained off, return the meat to the pan. Add the sauteed onions, peppers, garlic and the tomato sauce to the meat. Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Simmer for 10 minutes on low heat. Remove the pan from the burner.

Answer: Spray the baking sheet with cooking oil spray, or line with aluminum foil/parchment paper. Saute for about 4 minutes, or until the ingredients begin to soften. Saute the ingredients for another minute. Reposition it on the heat. Put some newspaper or paper towels under the colander to catch the oil, then dispose of it in the garbage (do not pour oil into your sink drain, it's bad for septic tanks an sewer systems). Allow the meat mixture to cool to room temperature.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask her what's wrong. Be supportive, not dismissive. Acknowledge the issue and briefly express your feelings. Stay away from giving advice. Empathize and validate her emotions. Stay positive. Avoid minimizing her problems or talking down to her.

Answer: No matter what your opinion is, keep it to yourself. Let her vent and get the story out, just nodding and adding a small comment when necessary. If she doesn't want to tell you, don't pressure her. Some girls don't like to talk about why they're so upset. If this is the case, just tell her that you care and let her cry it out. "How're you feeling?" "Hey, is something bothering you lately?" "You seem upset. What's going on?" "I'm here to listen if you want someone to talk to." It doesn't matter if you don't agree with her issues. Reassure her that you're there for her. Take her to a private spot and tell her that it's alright to cry. Ensure her that you're on her side. "I know that this must feel terrible right now. I'm so sorry." "I can't imagine how you feel. I know this can't be easy." "I'm sorry that you're upset. Please let me know if I can do anything to make it better." Just showing someone that you see and understand their problem means the world. Keep it short and simple. "I am so sad to hear that your mom is sick." "I know you really deserved that promotion. I'm sorry it didn't work out." "She was a great friend, and I'm upset she's moving away too." Most people are upset because there is no easy solution. So don't try to offer her one. She's more than likely thought it all out before, and your advice will just keep her circling around how "hopeless" her problems are. Instead, say: "This must be really hard for you." "I wish I had an answer or solution. Just know that I'm here for you no matter what." "What do you think comes next?" "How do you want to handle this?" This one can be hard, but as long as you let her take the lead you can help her get a hold of her feelings. Get her to open up about how she feels instead of the situation or the outcome by drawing on your personal experience. Labeling the feelings will help her control them: "I know you really wanted that job. I would be really let down in your shoes." "You absolutely have a right to be sad; I would be too." "I know you're angry and upset right now. I understand, and it sucks." This is very important. While supporting her, constantly remind her that things will get better. She's going to be looking to you for advice, so make sure not to be negative. Bring your positive energy to the conversation and she will slowly, but surely, start to pick up on it. "Let it out. You know that, however terrible, these feelings will pass." "Let's remember the good moments together. Remember when..." "This sucks right now, I know. But I will be here for you until things feel better." At the end of the day, remember that you aren't there to make things magically better, you're there to support her. Telling her "it's no big deal" or that "you went through the same thing" will make her feel like you don't take her seriously. Things not to say include: "You were too good for that job anyway. They're not even worth your time." Clearly, since she's upset, she thinks it was worth her time. "I know exactly how you feel." Everyone's problems are unique -- you don't know exactly how she feels, and she'll sense it. "You're so strong -- you'll be fine." Sometimes people need some time not to be strong. Don't make her feel like she can't be vulnerable unless she looks "weak." "I know this is terrible. Did I tell you about the time I......" This isn't about your past problems, so don't try and change the subject.

Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Express your concern. Avoid being judgmental. Offer to help. Accept that your parent may not be willing to change.

Answer:
Tell your parent that you're worried about them. Point out any health hazards in their house. If you are living in the home, explain how their hoarding affects you. For instance, you could say, "Dad, I'm concerned about your quality of life here. It's hard to get from one room to another, and all these papers are a fire hazard." If their hoarding affects you, say so. You might say, "I'm too embarrassed to invite friends over and I get picked on at school because of how our yard looks." Or, "I'm worried social services will come and take me and my sister away if this doesn't get better." Hoarding is a serious mental health issue, and what you may see as garbage might be something your parent regards as valuable or sentimental. Don't say anything like, "It's really gotten awful in here," or, "How can you live in this place?" Remember that your parent sees their clutter differently than you do, and if you're critical or harsh about it, they may not listen to anything else you have to say. Use a neutral word like "stuff" or "things" for your parent's possessions, not "junk." If you're living there, stick to the facts about how it affects you rather than dwelling about it being "gross" or "inappropriate." Tell your parent you want to help them clean up their place. Ask them what they're having trouble with and how you could help them best. If you live in the home, you may have already spotted places where clutter is out of control. Offer to start there. If you live outside your parent's home, say something like, "I'd like to help you make more of your living space usable again. How would you like me to start?" If you live there, you might say, "I'd love to be able to have a barbecue. How about we start clearing out the yard so friends and family can come over? I'm happy to help." Your parent might deny they have a problem or reject your offer to help. If they aren't in immediate danger, there's not much you can do. Let them know that your offer still stands if and when they decide to make a change. If you don't feel comfortable visiting your parent at their house, set a boundary that you'll only visit in a neutral place, like a park or restaurant. If you are concerned about safety because of your parent's hoarding, then you may want to encourage them to seek professional help to make the environment safe again.