INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Add 1 ¼ cup (250 g) of sugar and ½ cup (118 g) of water to a small saucepan. Heat the mixture on medium-high until it comes to a boil, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes. Place a candy thermometer in the pan while it boils to monitor the mixture’s temperature. Stir the mixture frequently until the syrup reaches 235°F (112°C), which should take about 5 to 7 minutes. If you don’t have a candy thermometer, you’ll know the mixture has reached the right temperature when you drop a small bit of it in ice water and it forms a soft ball. When the syrup has reached the right temperature, take the pan off the heat. Tear 18 large marshmallows into small pieces and drop them into the warm syrup. Once you’ve added the marshmallow pieces to the syrup, don’t stir the mixture. Allow the marshmallows to sit in the warm syrup for 1 to 2 minutes, so the marshmallows have time to soften and melt. After the marshmallows have softened and melted in the syrup, slowly add it to an egg white that’s been beaten to stiff peaks. Beat the mixture on medium-high with a handheld electric mixer to fully blend the two. Continue mixing the frosting on medium-high until it is thick enough to spread easily. If it becomes too thick, mix in a few drops of water to thin it out. The frosting can thicken up if you don’t use it right away. Spread it on your cupcakes or cake as soon as you finish mixing it.

SUMMARY: Bring the sugar and water to a boil. Heat the sugar mixture until it reaches soft ball stage. Break the marshmallows into pieces and add them to the syrup. Let the marshmallows sit for several minutes. Pour the marshmallow mixture over the egg whites. Beat the mixture until it reaches the right consistency. Smooth the frosting over cupcakes immediately.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The third way that moisture can get into your basement is through condensation. Closing basement windows when the relative humidity outside is over 50 or 60 percent will prevent humid air from entering your house, and prevent condensation from forming. This is especially important in the warmer spring and summer months. Condensation forms when warm, humid air comes into contact with a cold surface, such as your basement wall or floor. Increasing the air flow will make it harder for condensation to form, because the movement will help to drive moisture out of the air. Increase ventilation in the basement by opening windows on non-humid days, by running fans, and by using exhaust vents. Along with preventing humid air from entering your basement, another way to prevent condensation is to insulate the walls to keep them warmer. When the walls are warmer, humid air won’t condense on them. Only insulate exterior walls after addressing leaks and other areas where water is entering the basement from outside. Otherwise, you'll trap water behind the insulation and end up with mold. Cold water pipes are a classic place for condensation to form, because they're typically cooler than surrounding surfaces. Buy some foam pipe insulation, cut it to size for the pipes, and wrap the pipes with the insulation. This will prevent moisture from collecting on the pipes and condensation from forming.
Summary: Close basement windows on humid days and nights. Increase ventilation in the basement. Add extra insulation to exterior basement walls. Insulate cold water pipes.

Distractions are one of the most common obstacles to effective empathy, so remove them whenever possible. Silence your phone, turn off the TV, put down the magazine, and truly engage with the person you are talking to. Distractions aren't just cellphones and TV, though. You can also become distracted mentally or physically, such as when you are worried or hungry. Attend to your needs before starting a conversation, so you can be fully present with others. Being vulnerable with your own thoughts and feelings is a call that allows others to exercise empathy. When you are talking to others, make an effort to use feeling words. This helps clue them into your emotional state. For instance, you might say, “I was shocked by the news of the accident” or “I’m angry that you didn't consult with me first.” Is someone around you in need of empathy? If so, use open body language that fosters a connection, make occasional eye contact, and soften your voice.  If you have a deep relationship with the person, you might hold their hand, caress their back, or hug them. Just make sure you are aware of the other person's personal boundary needs before you try to make physical contact with them. Sometimes, you may get the call to express empathy towards others, but not know how to do it correctly. If this happens, simply be present with the person—just be there. You can inspire others to be empathetic by taking action when others are in need. Rather than just standing on the sidelines (or expecting the person to request help), think of actionable ways you can offer assistance. For example, if a friend is stumped about a breakup, try to get them out of the house to see a movie or go to the spa. If a family member is struggling with mental illness, offer to accompany them to therapy sessions or support group meetings.
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One-sentence summary -- Give people your full attention. Share your emotions when you connect with others. Respond appropriately to the concerns of others. Find specific ways to lend a helping hand.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can also describe pain based on its location on your body. Point to where it hurts on your body. Use a graphic of a human figure to indicate where the pain is concentrated in your body.  The doctor may also ask you to note a difference between pain that is on the surface of your skin and pain that is under surface, or internal. For example, you may experience pain on the surface of your hand and pain under the surface of your wrist, where the joints and tendons are. Your doctor will likely be able to tell the difference between surface pain and internal pain, such as by palpating the area. It can also helpful to consider the pattern of your pain. You may experience pain once a day or several times throughout the day. The pain may be ongoing throughout the day at varying levels of severity. Ask yourself, “When do I experience pain?” “How often do I experience pain?” “Do I experience pain in lesser or greater degrees throughout the day?” “When does the pain occur? Does the pain occur when I am walking, exercising, or eating?” You can also describe the duration of the pain to your doctor. Consider if the pain lasts for a few minutes or a few seconds. Maybe the pain lasts for one hour or is very severe for a few minutes and then reappears a few minutes later. Ask yourself, “How long do I feel pain?” “Does my pain come and go throughout the day?” You may experience symptoms like blurred vision, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, nausea, cramping, diarrhea, gas, or vomiting. These symptoms could be due to the pain or due to a medical condition that is causing your pain. Ask yourself, “What other symptoms am I experiencing besides pain?” Share them with your doctor so they can make note of them.

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Describe where the pain is located. Discuss how often you experience pain. Determine how long the pain lasts. Discuss other symptoms you experience besides pain.