Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Obtain your uniform only from your branch of the armed services. Wear distinctive parts of a uniform only when the full uniform is worn. For example, the green beret is considered a distinctive part of the uniform of the Army's Special Forces and should not be worn unless the full uniform is being worn. Wear medals only on dress uniforms. Wear civilian clothing when off duty. Familiarize yourself with other policies. Understand accommodations for religious observation.

Answer: It is illegal to wear a uniform or any uniform part that is not issued by the branch of the armed forces in which you serve. Under most circumstances, members of the armed services can be punished under the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) for wearing anything that is unauthorized. Even wearing awards or insignia that you have not earned is prohibited. For example, a member of the Navy may not wear the uniform of the Army.  In general, the majority of your authorized and required uniform items will be issued during your first weeks of training. Your military instructor will let you know how to obtain any additional needed items for your uniforms (like hats, badges, etc.) as needed. Some uniforms have parts that are easily identified with a particular branch of the military. While on- or off-duty, these "distinctive parts" can only be worn if you are wearing the full uniform. Another example would be the maroon beret, which can only be worn by those who have successfully passed Airborne School.  Some parts are not considered distinctive (like an undershirt or shoes) and can be worn at any time, on- or off-duty. However, it is important to double check the regulations of your service to make sure that you are allowed to wear those items off-duty. If you earn any type of medal, you should wear it only on ceremonious occasions and not with your regular uniform.  Examples of awards or medals includes the Purple Heart, Medal of Honor, or any other award or medal. It is important to remember to never wear awards that you have not actually earned. You do not have to wear your uniform when off duty, unless you are in certain training environments. You may also be required to wear your uniform off duty if your commanding officer requires it.  Regardless, you do have to maintain your grooming standards at all times and otherwise represent your branch of service in a professional way.  You should not wear your uniform when you are off duty, except for transportation home. Some military assignments have strict rules against wearing a uniform while off duty, especially when stationed overseas. Make sure you know and follow those rules. They are there for your safety. In addition to your issued uniform, there are other policies regarding personal appearance and grooming including hairstyle, tattoos, and jewelry guidelines that are all considered part of the military uniform (because they keep everyone looking uniform in appearance). These differ within each branch of the military, so be sure to look through your handbook for specific instructions. For example, in the Army, all Soldiers must follow Army Regulation or AR 670-1 specifically to make sure that they wear their uniform properly and are groomed according to the set standards.  Soldiers may not wear any jewelry except a watch, ID bracelet, and two wedding rings. Female soldiers may additionally wear a single pair of round, stud-style earrings.   Tattoos are permitted, but must not represent any extremist philosophy or group (including, but not limited to, recognized hate groups) or that are sexist, racist, or indecent. Additionally, soldiers may not have any tattoos on the face, neck, hands, or wrists. Be sure to talk with your commander before getting any new tattoos after joining the military. For the most part, wearing religious apparel in uniform is frowned on, but recent rulings by the United States government have made it possible for exceptions to be made to accommodate practices that are central to your religious observance. For example, a Muslim or Sikh serviceman can petition his squadron leader to wear a beard or turban while in uniform. Accommodations such as these are made on a case-by-case basis. If you require an accommodation, you have to apply to be an exceptions to the rules.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Be patient with yourself. Rediscover your favorite things. Form new goals. Gain new experiences. Listen to yourself.

Answer: Abusers chip away at their victims' self-respect and self-image. It will take time to repair and rebuild the damage from the abuse, so be gentle with yourself, and don't expect it to happen all at once. It might be necessary to take some time off from work and other responsibilities to get a clear head. How long? A week? A month? Who knows. Move through the process at your own speed. One by one, explore activities and interests that your abuser shut down by telling you that you were no good at them. Chances are, those are exactly the things that you shine in, the things that make you feel good about yourself. Even personal choices like what to eat, or how to arrange your clothes, are things you can indulge yourself in, and appreciate having them without fear or conflict. How were you held back by your abuser? Was your desire for more responsibility at work mocked? Do you want to go back to school? Are you interested in a career change? Explore the possibilities and dreams that were shut down as a result of your relationship. Start moving forward with your life by setting manageable goals for yourself to improve in some area, and meeting those goals regularly. Whether career, health, or happiness goals, it's important to keep focused on satisfying yourself and living your own life. Set yourself a major and a minor goal, and then replace them with new ones when you satisfy each.  A major goal might be saving enough money to go on a big vacation you've always wanted to go on, while a minor goal might be exercising three times each week, or reading a new novel each week. When you satisfy your improvement goal, set a new one and keep up with the old one. Gradually improve yourself and find new purpose. Make sure your goals are realistic. A good goal is something that you can actually measure and accomplish, not something abstract like, "My goal is to be happy" or "My goal is to be better." Start replacing your toxic memories of the past with joyful new memories and new experiences. Make your old abusive relationship seem distant by spending lots of time with new people, visiting new places, and never looking back except to heal.  Avoid locations, neighborhoods, and businesses that you used to frequent, even if you live in the same town as your abuser. Find new grocery stories, restaurants, and places to hang out. Move, if necessary.  Start dating again, when you're ready. This can take a long time for many people to feel comfortable enough in their own skin to trust another, so take your time and wait until you find someone worth it. Abusers can drag down your confidence and ruin your ability to control your own life. No one else is in charge of your life but you. You don't have anything to prove to anyone but yourself. You don't have to live to satisfy anyone but yourself. Listen to your heart and take joy in making your own decisions.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get hamsters that are the same sex. Choose hamsters younger than 2 months old from the same litter or cage. Let the hamsters get used to each other's scent before introducing them.

Answer:
Having a same-sex pair of hamsters will help to ensure that you do not end up with baby hamsters to care for, and it will also increase the chances that the two hamsters will get along. A reputable breeder or a pet shop employee should be able to sex the hamsters for you. Younger hamsters will be more likely to get along, so buy 2 young hamsters together if possible. This will help to ensure that they are not strangers and will increase the chances that they will get along. Do not try to put a young hamster in with an older hamster. The older hamster will be protective of its territory and the hamsters will likely fight. Exchange a bit of bedding between the hamsters' cages. Then, give both hamsters a couple of days to investigate the other hamster's scent before you put them in the same cage. Also, keep in mind that if you hold one hamster and then introduce it to a cage with a hamster you have not yet held, then the other hamster may reject that hamster based on the unfamiliar scent. Hold both hamsters before you introduce them to each other so that your scent will be on both of them.