Article: As soon as you know you won't take the offer, you should write your letter or email. Though a phone call may come first, in some more casual environments, starting off with a letter is acceptable as well. Simply saying "Dear Mr. Smith" is perfectly acceptable. The first sentence or 2 you write should thank the person for offering you the position you were offered, and for being so kind and courteous to you. Remember to write in a professional manner. Don't be informal or overly chatty. You can just say the position didn't suit your needs, or that you found another position that aligns more with your objectives. You don't have to be as thorough in writing as you would over the phone. You can just state your reasons in a sentence. If you're writing an email, you can be even more concise. Your letter should be no longer than 2 short paragraphs. Wish the person and the company the best of luck. It's important to be polite because you may be looking for work with that company in the future. Take the time to read over what you've written to make sure it clearly communicates your points and is free of errors. Even if you're not taking the job, you should look like a meticulous and thoughtful person. If your letter or email is filled with errors, you will look careless.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Write promptly. Have a concise and polite opening. Be thankful. State your reasons for declining the offer. Wish the person luck. Proofread your work.
Article: Tensing and relaxing your muscles can help drive the tension from your body. You can then gain added benefits by using guided imagery to relax your mind. This practice has been shown to positively effect mood, and to reduce anxiety and fatigue.  You can use imagery along with deep breathing before you start to put yourself in a relaxed state. Alternately, you can wait until you are relaxed and then imagine yourself in a safe, relaxing space to increase your sense of relaxation. Think of a real or imagined place where you feel safe, calm, and happy. There is no "wrong" place. It is, however, best to stick with a place once you choose it, as this makes reaching a relaxed state easier. Common safe places include:  A beach The woods A mountaintop A sunny park A spot you visited on vacation Your favorite room in your house, past or present Feel the calmness as you imagine each detail. Use all of your senses, not just sight. For example, if your safe place were a sunny meadow, you might concentrate on:  The colors – the green of the grass, the pure blue of the sky The sounds – the buzz of bees, the trill of birdsong, the whistle of the wind in the grass The sensations – the wind on your skin, the warm sun on your face, the grass under your arms Smells – the clean air with a hint of grass and wildflowers When thoughts do arise, don't fight them. Gently return your focus to the details of the calm, relaxing space.  If you have difficulty ridding yourself of a thought, imagine putting an image of it on a TV screen, then use a remote control to turn it off.  You can also imagine putting the image in a drawer and closing the drawer. You are completely relaxed, with no desire to be anywhere else, to do anything else. Your mind and body are at ease.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Use imagery to increase the benefits of progressive relaxation. Choose your safe place. Imagine yourself in your safe place. Allow the calm to drive away all thought. Enjoy the peacefulness.
Article: Wrap an ice pack or ice cubes in a clean cloth and place them on the affected area as soon as you notice a rash developing. The cold temperature will reduce immediate swelling and redness, and might help reduce discomfort. Avoid rubbing the cloth along your skin. Instead, gently pat your irritated skin if the surface area is larger than your cold compress. You can also make a cold compress by soaking a towel in very cold water, or putting a wet towel in the freezer for 10 to 15 minutes (before it has time to freeze solid). To soothe the first signs of discomfort, irritation, and pain due to shaving rash, apply a thin coat of petroleum jelly. It will keep your skin hydrated, preventing further irritation, and relieve itchiness. Apply a coat to protect your skin, and repeat after a few hours or if the area has started to dry out. Try easing immediate discomfort and inflammation by crushing a couple aspirin in a few drops of water, and mixing it well to make a paste. Apply the paste to the irritated area for up to 10 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. Repeat regularly up to three times a day if you continue to experience symptoms.  If you have dry or sensitive skin, leave the paste on for a shorter period of time to avoid irritation. Avoid using aspirin on your skin if you're allergic to it or any of its ingredients or experience problems with bleeding, such as the inability to form blood clots. Consult your doctor if you have any questions about any sensitivities to aspirin. You can purchase hydrocortisone from any convenience or grocery store. Dab a small amount onto your fingertip or cotton swab, and gently spread it onto the affected area so your skin absorbs it. Use it according to directions on its package, and avoid applying it to open wounds. Apply an antibacterial or antiseptic agent, like an antibacterial gel or an alternative such as witch hazel. Use the product according to its instructions to cut down on bacteria and help heal the rash more quickly. If no other antibacterial products are available, consider dabbing the area with a cotton ball dipped in alcohol.  While rubbing alcohol and alcohol-based products will kill germs, they will also dry out your skin and may cause stinging upon application. Using them too frequently can result in overdrying, so use sparingly. Check the labels of the skin products you use to see if they contain alcohol. If your cleanser or antibacterial agent contains alcohol and irritates your skin, either stop using it or use it in conjunction with a balm or petroleum jelly.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Apply a cold compress. Use petroleum jelly for instant relief. Make an aspirin paste. Treat itching or pain with hydrocortisone cream. Prevent infection and further irritation.