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Some colleges and universities offer accelerated degrees, or fast-track programs. You can complete the typical accelerated bachelor’s degree in 3 years. Accelerated associate’s degrees are designed to be completed in just 1 year. Do an online search for colleges and universities that offer accelerated degrees in the field you are interested in.  Most accelerated degrees are highly structured, meaning that you will not have a lot of choice in which courses you take. Some fast-track programs offer extra guidance and support to make sure students can successfully complete the program in the allotted time. In order to get into an accelerated degree program, you may need to meet some special requirements. Check with the college or university you are interested in to find out what their requirements are.  Some accelerated degree programs may require that you achieve a particular GPA in high school, and that you maintain a minimum GPA while you are enrolled in the program.  Some accelerated programs also have strict rules regarding how much you can work and how much money you can spend on living expenses. For example, you may be required to live with a parent or guardian while you are in the program, so that you don’t have to work in order to afford housing. While many accelerated degree programs are geared toward traditional students, there are also options for students who are older, returning to school, or trying to balance school with work and family. These programs tend to be more flexible than accelerated programs for traditional students. They may offer short-format courses that last only 5-8 weeks instead of a full semester or quarter. Many adult accelerated programs give you the option to take courses either on campus or online. To find these programs, search for schools that offer accelerated programs for “adult” or “continuing” learners. The typical associate’s degree can be completed in 2 years, while some accelerated associate’s programs last only 1 year. Associate’s degrees also have the advantage of costing less than bachelor’s degrees. Low-cost associate’s degrees are available at most community colleges, and at many online institutions.  Most associate’s degree programs in the US require you to complete 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits of coursework (about 20 classes).  Some universities will accept an associate’s degree as credit toward completing a bachelor’s degree.  While many employers require bachelor’s degrees, there are plenty of viable career options that you can pursue with an associate’s degree. For example, you might be able to land a job as a medical technician, a web developer, an occupational therapist assistant, or an engineering technician. Do some research to find out if you can get the kind of job you want with an associate’s degree.

summary: Go to a school that offers accelerated degree options. Find out if you qualify for an accelerated degree program. Look for an accelerated program that fits your needs. Consider getting an associate’s degree instead of a bachelor’s.


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For best results, choose young, tender, growing stems of marjoram with small leaves.  Wash the marjoram under cold, clean, running water. Remove the leaves from the stems with your fingers. Discard the stems. Chop the leaves with a sharp knife. For best taste, you should add fresh marjoram to your dish near the end of cooking. Store fresh marjoram in a glass of water in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Change the water each day.

summary: Choose your Marjoram. Snip off the stems with scissors. Clean the marjoram. Separate the leaves and stems. Chop the leaves. Add marjoram to your cooking. Store any excess Marjoram.


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When your friend makes a critical or harmful remark, pause and think about what possibly triggered their spiteful comment. Were you telling them about something good that is happening to you? Did you just share your plans for the future? Had they just come from spending time with other people? After a few days or weeks, you will start to notice a pattern. Recognizing this pattern may help you know how to steer a conversation and or reveal your friend's insecurities.  If your friend always makes jealous, spiteful comments while hanging out in a group, they may put you down in an effort to bolster their waning self-confidence. If your friend always makes envious remarks after you've shared plans with for your future, they may feel like their future isn't as promising as yours. Jealous comments reveal a lot about the person making the invidious statement. These comments, while directed at you, aren't necessarily about you. Think about content of the comments. What do they reveal about your friend's point of view and sense of self? Is your friend always telling you that you're not good at something? Do they frequently make fun of your appearance?  If your friend is super critical of your possessions, they may be struggling to define their identity outside of their possessions and finances. If your friend makes negative comments about your success, they may be jealous about the opportunities you are receiving or envious of your talents. If your friend constantly critiques your appearance, they may feel insecure about their own physical appearance. Jealous comments usually serve a dual purpose. First and foremost, these remarks are meant to make you feel bad about yourself. You should also consider that your friend may be mad at you, building herself up by cutting you down, or trying to manipulate you. There is also the possibility that your friend treats everyone they encounter in this manner.  Your friend could be mad at you for numerous reasons, petty or otherwise. Is there a reason your friend might be angry with you? Did you recently fight? Did you forget to call them back? Were you gossiping about them? In order to diminish and distract from our own faults, insecurities, or fears, we have a tendency to point out other's failings. Is your friend struggling with self-confidence or body image issues? Are they feeling unsure about their future? Cutting someone down can make a person feel more powerful and confident. Does your friend thrive on feeling superior and in charge? Humans are complex beings. Our emotional, mental, and physical health are interconnected and inform our mood, actions, and words. While you may perceive your friend's comments as jealous statements, there may be more to their envious quips than meets the eye. Instead of writing your friend off as jealous and petty, ask your friend how they are doing.  Some people struggle to manage their negative thoughts. If your friend is constantly comparing themselves to you, they may caught in a cycle of self-doubt and self-loathing. Their seemingly jealous remarks are making them feel worse instead of better about themselves.  Recent studies suggest that individuals struggling with depression have a difficult time distinguishing between negative emotions. If they truly are envious of you, they may not identify their actions or comments as such; if they are angry or sad, these emotions may manifest as jealousy.
summary: Consider when the jealous comments are made. Evaluate the content of their envious comments. Speculate about what your friend is trying to achieve. Differentiate between jealousy, negativity, and depression.