Especially if you were named for a figure in history, look into the biographies of people who carried your name before you.  Again, you can go to the library or do a quick google search of your name. Ask family and friends if they know of anyone in history who shared your name. They may know of a lesser-known, but interesting person. Don't forget to look into fictional characters that may have been popular at the time of your birth. For instance, since the movie Frozen, the name Elsa has skyrocketed in popularity.   Could your name have been part of a pop culture trend? It may seem morbid, but walking around a graveyard can actually be very peaceful. Next time you’re in the mood for a stroll, go to a cemetery nearby and look at the headstones.  If you find your name listed on a headstone, look to see the years the person lived and if there is any inscription. These are clues as to the popularity of the name and the qualities of other people who have born it. Look around the area to find if the person with your name is buried near any of his or her family members. This will give you a context for names that may have been popular around the time that this person was born. Here you can find information on popular names by decade, as well as the states the names were popular in.

Summary: Learn about historical figures that bore your name. Walk around a graveyard. Look at the US Social Security website.


You'll need about 8 feet (2.4 m) between yourself and the board, plus additional space to account for your arm movements while you throw. Just in case a stray dart misses goes way off course, don't hang your dartboard cabinet near any valuable paintings or close to anything fragile. Don't just measure the width of your cabinet when it's closed, or else the doors might be obstructed when the cabinet is fully unfolded. Regulation height for the bullseye of a dartboard is 5’8”, or 68 inches (1.7 m). If you're playing on a league or you just want to go by the official rules, hang your cabinet so your bullseye will be at this exact spot. If you're not concerned with having a regulation board, you can adjust the cabinet to a height that will be comfortable for you. Centering the cabinet so the bullseye will be at about eye level.

Summary: Make sure there's at least 8 feet (2.4 m) between the board and throwing area. Measure the wall to make sure the cabinet will fit when it's open. Measure a height of 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 m) for a regulation board. Measure so that the bullseye is at eye level if you are just playing for fun.


Obviously, this is a no-brainer, but remember: Chex offers more than one variety of cereal. For the most variety, go with equal portions of different types of Chex. Or, go with your gut and load it with more of your favorite (and even omit the others entirely). Chex offers more varieties than these, but Chex mixes usually use a combination of:   Corn Rice Wheat For a traditional Chex mix, go with pretzels, mixed nuts, and garlic-flavored bagel chips. But this is your own mix, so feel free to experiment. Try mixing things up by either partially or totally replacing the pretzels, nuts, and bagel chips (or even the Chex) with other dry or salty snacks, like:  Other cereals, such as Cheerios or Wheaties  Cheesy crackers, like Cheeze-Its or Goldfish  Other types of chips, such as potato or rye When it’s time to bake, you’re going to combine your dry ingredients with melted butter and Worcestershire sauce. If you like things spicy, though, consider adding a tablespoon of either:  Sriracha sauce Hot sauce Adobo sauce To mimic original Chex mix, stick to seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. However, feel free to tinker in order to please your own tastes. Consider seasoning your butter/sauce mixture with other ingredients like:  Rosemary Black pepper Sugar

Summary: Start with Chex. Choose your other dry ingredients. Add some spice to your wet ingredients if desired. Decide on your seasonings.


Getting at least 8 hours (and maybe more) helps you start the day off right. If you need to catch up on sleep, you may even want as many as 12 hours to truly recharge.   Try skipping setting an alarm, or setting your alarm very late, and seeing how much you sleep. If you get tired later, you can take a half hour nap. Try to fill about 1/3 of your plate with fruits and vegetables. Avoid skipping or delaying meals, especially breakfast. Food is fuel, and eating enough is important to help you have a good day. Eat food from each food group.   Look for fruits and vegetables with strong colors (like dark green lettuce or bright red strawberries). These are signs of good nutrition. Pay attention to any cravings. They can tell you what type of nutrition (e.g. salt, leafy greens, fats) your body is low on. Avoid diet bars. Eat real food. Even some light exercise can help you feel a little better, and improve your resilience.  Stretch or do yoga. Take a walk around the neighborhood. Play catch with friends or family. Dance to your favorite music. Do push-ups, crunches, jumping jacks, and other exercises you can do anywhere. Play a sport like basketball, football, or baseball. a little, if desired. Try doing something nice for yourself, like taking a bubble bath or doing your nails. Hang out with a good friend or family member. See if you can make plans ahead of the time, or invite them to do something spontaneous. Together, you could...   Go out for a meal. Play a board game or video game together. Take a walk. Work on a shared hobby. Go shopping (if your budget allows). Explore a new area of town. Is there something interesting or fun that you've been meaning to get around to? Set aside some time for it. Perhaps you've wanted to learn something new, or experiment with something. Now is a good time to try it.   Think back to when you were a child. What did you want to get or do, that your parent(s) said no to? Try that thing now! Take baby steps if it's a big decision. For example, maybe you're not sure if you're ready to be a dog owner, but you think you could try dog-sitting for someone. Take time to rest and think. Try writing in a diary or gratitude journal.  Try writing down a few things that you're grateful for or happy about.
Summary: Start off with a good sleep. Eat full, nutritious meals. Exercise. Pamper yourself Spend time with someone who makes you feel good about life. Try working on something that you've been putting off. Try something that you've been meaning to try. Reflect on the day when you're done.