Problem: Article: . Setting boundaries is tough if you’re not used to doing it, but ultimately your relationships and mental health will really benefit from it. Be genuine with the people around you and let them know what you need from them and what your limits are, and you will find that it is much easier to get your needs met.  Explain your boundaries clearly, and let others know what the consequences will be if those boundaries are violated. For example, if your significant other ignores you and plays on their phone whenever you go to lunch together, say something like, “I feel really ignored and unappreciated when you’re on your phone so much. If you don’t feel like spending quality time together, let me know, and I’ll make other plans for lunch.” If others in your life aren’t used to you setting boundaries with them, they might react with disappointment, surprise, or even anger at first. However, if they care about you, they should ultimately respect your boundaries. Spend time developing 3 lists: your strengths, your achievements, and things you admire about yourself. You might want to get a trusted family member to help you with this. Keep these lists in a safe place, and read them when you're feeling down.  You can also collect nice things that other people have written or said about you. Make sure you are taking care of yourself. Pay particular attention to your hairstyle, your nail length, and your teeth. You'll be surprised how much of your mental health can strengthen from a clean living situation. Focus on your room itself. You could even ask someone to help you rearrange the furniture in your room. Get involved with an activity like painting, music, poetry, or dance. Working on the arts will improve your self-expression and strengthen your sense of mastery. This will translate to more positive interactions with others. Participating in a volunteer organization within your community can be a very positive experience. Making a difference builds your positive opinion of yourself. A lot of insecurities about other people arise from our self-esteem. Try to separate your feelings from the reality of the situation. This won't be easy because we're typically emotional beings, but try to see the circumstance from an unbiased opinion. You could try different writing exercises to help your ideas flow. If you are having a hard time being ignored, there are people who can help.  Therapists or school guidance counselors advise people in your position all the time. If you are a student, you may want to try a school guidance counselor first because they won't cost you anything.
Summary: Set healthy boundaries with others Make a set of lists. Maintain your hygiene. Clean your living space. Start a hobby. Make a contribution. Take time to work through your feelings. Seek professional help if needed.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Your horse should already be familiar with riding tack and a saddle pad before you put on the saddle, or else it could get stressed. Have someone your horse already knows gently hold it in place. Your horse will look to your helper for reassurance, so having someone calm nearby will help ease its mood. Don’t tie your horse while saddling, which can be dangerous if it gets spooked. Your helper should hold it in place. Since you traditionally mount your horse on its left side, approach it from that side. Rub it with the saddle pad before placing it on its back, remembering to give praise. Heft the saddle quickly and smoothly onto the pad, and let it sit there for 1-2 minutes. If your horse looks comfortable, cinch the girth (saddle strap) just snug enough to keep it in place. Give positive reinforcement when it accepts the girth. Allow your horse to walk and jog around on its own to get used to the saddle. Stay out of the way. It may take several days in a row for your horse to get comfortable wearing the saddle. Make sure your horse has accepted the saddle and is comfortable wearing it before you try mounting. You'll know your horse is comfortable when it doesn't try to remove the saddle with its mouth, flinch when being saddled, or seem skittish when wearing it.
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Ask someone to help you introduce the saddle. Place the saddle on your horse’s back. Tighten the girth in intervals.