In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: In order to know how to best calm your nervous stomach, it is a good idea to evaluate your symptoms.  This will help you understand what kind of nervous stomach you have and focus on finding the best ways to calm yourself down.  The most common nervous stomach symptoms include:  Feeling a knot in the pit of your stomach. A fluttering, butterfly feeling. A rolling, churning feeling. Feeling nauseous, queasy, or bloated. A tight, warm feeling in your stomach. Sometimes you can relieve some nerves by simply feeling more confident in a given situation.  Whether you are giving a presentation, going on a first date, or interviewing for a job, practicing beforehand can you feel less anxious.  Try to imagine the situation you are nervous about and see yourself successfully and confidently meeting your goals.  Do some research so that you feel knowledgeable about the topic, and be sure to go over any talking points you have.  Just don't plan everything super specifically as this will give you even more to worry about. Before an activity that gives you a nervous stomach, many people also experience racing thoughts.  These thoughts are usually negative and only cause even more anxiety and cramping.  Stopping these thoughts completely with techniques like meditation can take a lot of time to master.  A quick, effective fix for racing, negative thoughts is to turn them into positive affirmations.  For example, try repeating to yourself:  “I am enough and I can handle this." “I am the best candidate for this job. I am qualified and professional.” “I want to succeed, and I am going to succeed.” Feeling rushed will only make you feel more panicked and anxious.  If you give yourself enough time to gather your materials and get to a place early, this can help you feel on top of things and in control.  This extra time will also give you longer to calm down and use the restroom, which will help your nervous stomach.  Just keep in mind that if you get to a place more than 15 minutes early, you should plan on waiting outside the venue because arriving too early can be an inconvenience. Caffeine is a type of stimulant and will amplify the effects of adrenaline in a stressful situation, as it activates your sympathetic nerve system and can induce a "fight-or-flight" response.  Certain sources of caffeine, like coffee and energy drinks, are also known to cause stomach irritation.  Cutting back on caffeine before any stressful situation will not only put less stress on your nervous stomach, it will also help to eliminate any nervous adrenaline jitters.  Try drinking an ice-cold glass of water instead; ice water will help you feel refreshed, wake you up, and keep you hydrated.
Summary: Assess your nerves. Rehearse beforehand. Talk positively to yourself. Don’t rush. Avoid caffeine.

" If you need to learn to say "No," you may avoid it by habit. Think about any underlying reasons you may be uncomfortable turning someone down. This can help you identify how your inability to say "No" may be irrational.  Maybe you're a people pleaser by nature. You may not want to upset other people. You may also avoid confrontation. Even a small confrontation may be stressful for you. You may also worry about making people angry. You may irrationally feel people will not like you if you say "No." ” Some people feel like they have to have a good reason to say no, but this is not the case. If you do not want to do something, then you don’t have to do it. Try to remind yourself of this in situations where you can’t think of a reason to say no.  For example, if a friend invites you to see a concert with him or her and you simply don’t like live music, then say so. Try saying, “No thanks. I am not a fan of live music, so I am going to sit this one out.” Or, if someone invites you out on a night when you just don’t feel like going anywhere, then try saying, "You know, I really don't feel like coming out tonight, maybe another time." You need to embrace your own boundaries to work on saying "No." Boundaries are personal, and usually subjective. It's okay if your boundaries are different from someone else's. Be comfortable with your own boundaries and allow yourself to stand by them.  Boundaries are a projection of who you are. Therefore, there is no inherent value in boundaries. Your boundaries are not better or worse than another person's. Never compare your boundaries to someone else's. You may, for example, feel guilty that a co-worker is more eager to go to noisy bars for work parties. This is simply off limits to you. Your co-worker may be more extroverted or less shy than you. This is okay. It's okay for you to say "No" to such events, even if others don't, as they violate your personal boundaries. If you tend to ruminate over decisions, this can make saying "No" more difficult. After saying "No," accept your decision and move forward.  Focus on how good you feel. If you said "No" to something potentially draining or stressful, you should feel relieved. Prioritize your positive feelings about saying "No." Try to push out feelings of guilt. Saying "Yes" too often could lead to resentment. If you're a people pleaser by nature, you may say "Yes" more frequently than is healthy. If you, for example, agree to help every time a friend needs a favor, you may begin to resent that friend. While you may feel temporarily guilty over saying "No," it's better to deal with momentary guilt than to risk tanking a valuable relationship. ork on building up your self-worth. Part of the reason why some people struggle to say “no” is because they don’t feel like their wants and needs are as important as other people’s wants and needs. To avoid feeling guilty from saying “no,” try to work on building up your self-worth. Some strategies that you might try include:  Writing a list of your strengths. Using positive self-talk to encourage yourself. Exploring your interests and making time for yourself.  Avoiding comparing yourself to other people.  Setting realistic goals for yourself.
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One-sentence summary -- Examine any reasons you avoid saying "No. Keep in mind that you do not need a reason to say “No. Accept that boundaries are personal and subjective. Don't look back after giving an answer. Understand saying "No" can help you avoid resentment. .

Problem: Article: Your doula should be a voice of reason during a hectic time and be able to calm you down when you're feeling stressed. If they're stressing you out simply during the interview, they're not a good match. Make sure you get along well with them, since you'll likely be seeing them regularly for a few months. If you can't trust someone in your home, let that be a deal breaker. Trust your own reactions, but also ask the opinion of anyone who accompanied you to the interview. To be extra sure, invest in a paid background search through your local law enforcement agency. Pregnancy and childbirth are stressful enough. The last thing you need is your loved ones bickering with or complaining about the doula. Go with the candidate who will nurture and support them, as well as you. Compare your notes with information you find from doula associations and your doctor. Check if your questions were answered thoroughly. If you really want an apprentice doula, make sure their supervisor makes up for any lack of knowledge.
Summary:
Choose the candidate who meshes with you. Pick someone you'd be comfortable having in your home. Select someone who gets along with your housemates. Choose the most knowledgeable candidate.