Article: If keeping your relationship secret makes you uncomfortable, or you are unfamiliar with your partner's reasons, the best solution is to have a candid discussion. Choose a time when you and your partner can talk without distractions and share your concerns. Use "I" statements to avoid making them defensive. You might say something like "We've been dating for a few months now and you still haven't introduced me to your family or your friends. I am slightly hurt that you are keeping our relationship secret. Can you explain to me why you don't feel comfortable with us being public?" The person you are with may want to keep your relationship under wraps out of respect for their ex, if they just called it quits recently. Your partner may also want to protect you from any negativity from the ex or those around them.  For example, the ex may retaliate or harbor ill will towards you simply because they are still in love with your new love. On the other hand, your new love may still have feelings for the ex, and wants to keep your relationship a secret in case the ex shows interest in getting back together. Some people are afraid of the terms “boyfriend” or “girlfriend.” Perhaps they’ve had bad luck with committed relationships or commitment simply scares them. Whatever the reason, some just don’t want their relationships out in the open. If your partner’s parents or other people in their life have strong opinions about who they should be with, they may want to keep the relationship a secret, particularly if you don’t fit that mold. Keeping it a secret can keep some of the stress off of them, but it could also negatively affect your relationship. They may also want to shield you from any criticism you may receive from those around them. If you are upset because your partner does not want to go public and they are your coworker or boss, then consider how your relationship may affect your work reputations. In some cases, fraternization between employees and/or superiors is strictly off-limits, which means that keeping the relationship secret is necessary to protect one or both of your jobs. If you are dating someone who has children, they may have more personal reasons as to why they don't want to make the relationship public. Depending on the age and maturity level of the children, and the length of your relationship, your partner may choose to keep things behind closed doors until they feel ready to share the news with their kids.  This may be annoying, but try to be empathetic if your partner is navigating parenting and dating. They may have recently separated, divorced, or had a spouse or partner pass away. Sharing news of a new relationship too soon may create emotional upheaval in children who have not quite grieved the loss of the parental relationship. What's more, some parents simply do not like introducing their kids to new partners unless they feel that the relationship has long-term potential. If you and your partner have just started dating, give it some time. If your boyfriend or girlfriend is still “in the closet” regarding their homosexuality or bisexuality, they may not choose to disclose your relationship to the public. Sometimes, due to religious or conservative views, a gay or bisexual partner may fear the social repercussions of coming out.  If this is the case, try to be understanding and supportive of your partner's feelings. However, it can be frustrating to not be acknowledged, and one partner being closeted can create tension in your relationship.  Perhaps, it may be helpful for you to attend couples therapy or speak with a youth mentor to help you and your partner come to terms with your relationship and your sexuality. Your partner could want to keep your relationship a secret because they are already in a relationship. Another possible reason is that instead of committing to just you, they could be seeing other people as well. Having your relationship out in the open could threaten to end other partnerships your lover has or is pursuing. Possible signs that you are not the only person your partner is having a relationship with are never going out anywhere or only visiting remote locations, only getting together on weeknights, and not making any mention of you on social media.
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Be open with your partner about your concerns. Understand they may have just left a relationship. Realize your partner may not want to define the relationship so soon. Know that your partner may not want to hear criticism. Keep in mind that a work relationship may be prohibited. Consider your partner's children. Be considerate if your partner is closeted. Know that it could be because of infidelity.
Article: After rinsing, shake or blow off any excess water. Use a dry microfiber towel or other soft, lint-free cloth to dry the piece completely. Avoid harsh cloths or rags, and don’t press too hard as you hand dry your piece. Drying a ring or necklace in maple wood chips will prevent liquid stains on its metal setting. Cover the piece in a bed of dry maple wood chips, then blow them away once the piece is completely dry. This drying method works best for jewelry pieces with large stones. Once your piece is completely dry, you can polish it with a store-bought jewelry polishing cloth. Alternatively, you can dab a bit of canola oil on a lint-free cloth and rub the stone with it. Let the oil sit for five to ten minutes, then wipe it off with a clean, dry cloth. Alternatively, you can wax your jade piece using white candle wax as they are done traditionally. Waxing prevents body oil,dirt and grime from entering the porous surface. Using canola oil would allow dirt to stick to the surface easier and will require frequent cleaning.
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Shake off excess water and gently towel dry. Try soaking a piece of jewelry in maple wood chips. Polish the stone when it’s completely dry.