Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Don’t buy all your furniture at once. Avoid 0% financing. Don’t be afraid to haggle. Look into buying used. Look into buying floor models.

Answer: A common mistake of zealous new home owners is to purchase all your furniture in a single sitting. Unfortunately, this could cause two problems: you pay a higher price for bulk furniture when you think you’re paying less, and you may purchase something that you don’t truly love just to fill your space. Spread out your furniture purchases over the course of several months. Unless you know the price of each individual piece of furniture you’re getting, don’t fall for the trap of buying a whole set for a single rate; break it down to see if it’s truly fair first. Furniture companies will often advertise 0% financing as an incentive to bring in customers, but what you may or may not know is that they tack the interest they would normally charge onto the floor price. Therefore, you think you’re getting a good deal when you’re really paying the same amount (or more) as you normally would for the same piece of furniture. Although you can find good deals with 0% financing offered, don’t let that be the main guide in judging and selecting furniture to add to your home. Although it is uncomfortable for many people to haggle in a store setting, furniture is one of the common goods that can be haggled for. Furniture stores greatly increase the price on furniture to make a profit, so you don’t have to settle for the advertised price. If you’re good, you should be able to knock off 10%-20% on the original price, while the supplier will still make a profit. If you’re not comfortable about haggling for the price, try haggling for free add-ons like delivery, set up, or additional décor items. Used furniture doesn’t necessarily mean it is poor quality, it just means that someone no longer is interested in owning it. Look for used furniture online in your area and in local thrift and antique stores. You’ll likely be able to find something that’s good quality, albeit a bit worn, for a much lower price than you would in a department store. Keep in mind that even if the used furniture isn’t in the best shape, you can update and clean it up a bit on your own at home. Floor model furniture is that that is placed out for buyers to test and admire before purchasing. As a result, it may have mild wear and tear, but is typically in good shape. The best part about purchasing floor models? You can often get them for 50% off the advertised price. Ask a salesperson about the floor models available for sale, or just point one out that you really love and start haggling.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Identify what makes you worthy outside of your relationship. Use mindfulness to sit with uncertainty. Stay away from negative or critical people. Drop “should” and “must” from your vocabulary.

Answer: Make a list of all the reasons you're a great person that have nothing to do with being a part of a couple. Maybe you're super smart, athletic, compassionate about animals, or a talented cook. If your self-worth is heavily connected to the health of your relationship, you could experience doubt even during common challenges. You can battle this by building up your self-esteem. Feeling afraid or unsure isn't great, but some doubt is normal and even healthy. Start a  mindfulness practice to help you learn to embrace or at least tolerate the uncertainty in your relationship and your life.  When these feelings arise, notice them but let them be. Take  deep breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth. Don't try to change the thoughts or act on them. Just sit with them. Perform mindfulness daily and you'll start to feel more in control and less bothered by these worrisome doubts. The opinions of co-workers, friends, and family can lead you to have doubts about your relationship. If a person only ever has negative things to say about your partner or your relationship, take a step back.  Sometimes, your loved ones may offer advice that is well-meaning, but biased or self-serving. Reflect on how you feel with your partner and what you see in their behavior before allowing others’ perspectives to feed your doubt. Be wary of taking advice or discussing your relationship with people who are overly judgmental or critical. Choose open-minded and supportive confidantes. If your language regarding your relationship is rigid, you're more likely to try to push against uncertainty. When you remove these terms from your vocabulary, you can feel more flexible and open-minded about your relationship.  For example, if you think, "He should answer the phone whenever I call," you may be inadvertently making yourself angry if your partner is busy when you call. Don't say "She must be spending Saturday with someone else" simply because your girlfriend didn't try to make plans with you.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Compare prescription prices online. Call around to different pharmacies in your area. Be sure to check prices at independent pharmacies. Check prices at pharmacies on the lower-income side of town. Order your medicine from an online pharmacy.

Answer: These days there are apps and websites which take some of the legwork out of comparing pharmacy costs. A simple web search will turn up a number of results. These apps will show the prices of the same prescription at various pharmacies near you, allowing you to make the most informed decision about where to pick up your medication. Believe it or not, 2 pharmacies across the street from each other might have vastly different prices for the exact same medicine. Call around to some of the pharmacies in your town and ask what their prices will be. Some pharmacies may not give out prices over the phone, while others will need your insurance information before they can tell you how much a prescription will cost. Try going into the pharmacy if you can't get the info you need with a phone call. It might seem like the big chains will offer the lowest prices, but this isn’t always true. Chain drug stores stay competitive by offering convenience, a well-known name, and a wide variety of non-drug items. Independent pharmacies often rely on competitive prices and personalized customer service to stay in business. Prices for prescriptions tend to be lower in low-income neighborhoods. If you live in a more affluent community, try calling pharmacies in nearby areas that aren’t as fortunate. You can sometimes save money by having your prescription shipped to you from an online pharmacy. You’ll want to make sure that the pharmacy has the Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Site (VIPPS) symbol clearly displayed on their website. These companies save you money by shipping your medications directly from the manufacturer instead of running brick-and-mortar stores.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Leave a message. Include your name and phone number. Speak slowly and clearly. Provide an estimated call time. Offer an “agenda” for the call. Tell the person how quickly you need the information.

Answer:
Before leaving a message with an assistant, ask if this is the best way to get in touch. Some people would prefer to touch base with an assistant, but others are more likely to listen to a voicemail. Leave your message using the other person’s preferred method. By including this information in every message, you ensure the other person won't have to look it up before calling you back. State your name and number at least two times in a message. If the person does not know you personally, spell your name, so you’re sure they know who’s called them. Some voicemails garble messages, and you don’t want to miss an opportunity to talk just because your message was misunderstood. Repeat any important information to ensure it is received by the person you’re contacting. If they don’t know how long a call will last, people start to dread returning a phone call. Include an estimated call time in your message. Most importantly, stick to it. Don’t ask for ten minutes and take an hour. Make sure your estimate is accurate.  Consider saying something like, “I need 10 minutes of your time.” Ask for an amount of time, “When can we schedule 15 minutes to discuss our project?” Take the other person’s schedule into consideration, “Are you available to set aside thirty minutes to talk about this?” If there are specific questions or topics you need to answer on the call, email or text these to your coworker in advance. This allows her to feel better prepared for the conversation, and will keep the length of the call brief. Don’t assume your coworkers know your deadlines. Let the person you’re calling know, “I need this information to complete the project by Friday, the 17th.”