In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you’re eating out (or cooking at home) with one or two other people and you cannot reach a consensus, use the 5:3:1: rule. The first person suggests five meal options (whether restaurants to dine out at, or meals to prepare at home). The second person cuts two options, leaving three. The third person makes the final decision and chooses the meal option.  If you’re using the 5:3:1 rule with only two people, it can be up to the first person to make the final choice. This method won’t work with groups larger than three, as not every person will have input. Part of the difficulty with choosing a meal or restaurant option with a group is that everyone has their own preferences, which can prove challenging to accommodate. One way around this is to opt for a rotation “leader” position: allow one person to choose which restaurant or eatery to go to.  Their decision should be final.  Then, each subsequent time the group is planning to eat out, the leader position can rotate, and the new leader will get to choose their preference for eatery This can also work with a dining-in option: allow a rotating leader or family member to choose a dish or recipe you can cook at home. You’ll have an easier time deciding what restaurant or eatery to dine at if you plan to accompany your meal with an activity on the town. For example, if you’ve wanted to try a new restaurant that’s near a movie theater, plan to see a movie right after you finish your meal. Or, you could plan in reverse: if you know you want to attend an art gallery opening, look around online for restaurants near the gallery, and make your lunch or dinner plans there. While making plans with a group, put all group member names on separate sheets of paper, fold the papers up, and put them in a hat or bowl. Draw a name out and let that person know that they’re in charge of deciding where to eat this time. Have someone choose the theme for the gathering, then have a potluck with this theme. For example, Under the Sea (fried shrimp, crab legs, lobster rolls, grits, fish and chips, etc.) or Mexican Fiesta (refried beans, enchiladas, burritos, spicy rice, etc.).
Summary: Use the 5:3:1 rule. Choose an alternating leader. Pair your meal choice with an activity. Draw a name out of a hat to choose a decision-maker. Try planning group meals based on food themes.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Sometimes, just being with a friend who's depressed can be a big help. If you can't be there with the person, offer your emotional support, letting her know that you're there to listen and help in whatever way you can. Being depressed can make the smallest things hard. You can offer concrete support to the person, such as volunteering to drive her places, cooking for her, or calling to make appointments for things she needs to get done. Just make sure to follow through on what support you offer. Go ahead and make the offer of support up front. Sometimes people who are depressed have a hard time reaching out for help when they need it. Even something small can mean a great deal to someone who's depressed. Bring her a coffee, or drop her a note in the mail. Try cooking her a plate of sweet treats she'll enjoy. These small gestures add up, letting her know that she's loved and you are thinking about her. If she hasn't already, try to get her to seek a professional opinion. Ask her if she's talked to a therapist or a psychiatrist, both of which can help with depression.  Because mental illnesses have a stigma in society, you should also mention that she shouldn't feel ashamed of getting help. Depression is just a disease like any other one, and it can be treated. If she's hesitant, offer to take her to an appointment or to work with her to help her feel less anxious. Maybe you can help her work through what to say or what questions to ask when she gets there. If she's not willing to see a psychologist, look up some local support groups for people with depression. You can give her the information to encourage her to go, but it's ultimately up to her. However, one way you can encourage her is to offer to take her. Many times, people with depression will isolate themselves. Encourage her to spend time with you doing things she likes or taking a walk with you. Getting out and seeing people can help on the road to recovery. Of course, you have to meet people where they are. If she doesn't feel like going out right away, ask if she wants some company at home or if she wants to come over to your house. You're only trying to be helpful by offering advice such as "Just buck up," or "You really need to snap out of this." However, these types of statements tend to only make the situation worse. Supportive statements are much better, such as, "I know you're going through a difficult time. I do believe you are strong enough to get through this, but don't be afraid to ask for help."
Summary: Let her know you're there for her. Offer concrete support. Show the person you care. Encourage her to get help. Find support for her. Encourage her to come out with you. Skip the platitudes and criticisms.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Graham crackers can be crushed to make a delicious crust that can be used for pies, ice cream pies, and other yummy desserts. To make this crust, you will need:  1½ cups (128 g) graham cracker crumbs 6 tablespoons (85 g) unsalted butter, melted ⅓ cup (75 g) sugar Food processor Medium bowl Rubber spatula or wooden spoon 9-inch pie plate Break the crackers and put them into a food processor. Pulse a few times to break the crackers up into small crumbs. You'll need about 15 to 18 crackers to get 1½ cups of crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, transfer the crackers to a freezer bag and roll over them with a rolling pin to crush them to crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a medium bowl and add in the melted butter and sugar. Stir to fully combine all the ingredients. The final mixture should have the texture of course sand.  To add some extra spice to your pie crust, add in ½ teaspoon (2.5 g) of cinnamon.  You don’t want to make the crust in the food processor, because the blades will make the crumbs too fine. Transfer the crust mixture to the pie plate. Use the spatula to spread it around. Evenly press the crust into the bottom and up the sides of the pie plate. To make the pie crust flat and even, gently stamp it down with a glass or measuring cup. To use the crust for a pie that requires baking, make your pie filling, fill the crust, and bake as directed. You can also place the crust in a freezer bag (in the plate) and transfer the crust to the freezer and store it for up to three months. To use the crust for a no-bake pie, blind bake the crust first. Preheat the oven to 300 F (149 C). When the oven is ready, bake the crust for seven to eight minutes. Remove from the oven, cool, and chill in the fridge for at least two hours before using.
Summary:
Gather your ingredients and equipment. Crush the crackers. Combine all the ingredients. Make the pie shell. Use, bake, or freeze the crust.