Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Assemble the supplies needed. As the guests arrive at the door, pin a stuffed small animal on their back without the guest seeing the animal. Through the course of the party, guests have to ask each other questions about the identity of their animal. Nearing the end of the party, ask each child what they think they are.

Answer: All you need are some good, small stuffed toys. If possible, it would be good if you can get some related to the Easter tradition, such as rabbits and chicks, etc. Be sure to use safety pins and make sure it is on securely. Ask the child to stand very still while this is happening! They must be yes-or-no questions. For example, they can ask "Do I eat carrots?" "Do I say quack?" etc. Those who guess it right get a prize, perhaps even the animal that is attached to them. Allow children to keep guessing until they get it right (you may need to end the game earlier for those who guess early and don't want the toy dangling off their back).


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask for help identifying when you dissociate, if necessary. Watch for common symptoms of dissociation. Notice how you feel when you dissociate. Keep a journal to help work through your experiences. Understand that there are different kinds of dissociation.

Answer: It’s normal to not realize when you're dissociating. Luckily, it’s easy for the people who care about you to notice, as you’ll likely appear as though you’re in a daze. Ask them to help you recognize when this happens. You could say, “I know that I tend to dissociate when things get rough, but it’s hard for me to notice when I’m doing it. Can you tell me if I look spaced out?” This will help you recognize when you’re having episodes. Write down the symptoms you experience, as well as what was happening at that time. Keep in mind that dissociation occurs on a spectrum, with daydreaming or zoning out while driving along a familiar road being minor dissociative experiences. On the opposite end of the spectrum is dissociative identity disorder, which is a serious condition. Common symptoms include:  Feeling mentally detached, spaced out, or not present Absent-mindedness or mind-wandering Perceiving the world as being unreal (known as derealization) or your sense of self as distorted (known as depersonalization) Observing your body as an "outsider" Emotional numbness and being unable to express how you feel Excessive fatigue or sleepiness Experiencing delayed reactions to life events This will help you identify episodes so that you can try to stop dissociating. Pay attention to your thoughts, sensations, and feelings. You should also notice triggers that occur often, as this will help you identify what is causing your dissociative episodes so that you can overcome them. Ask yourself these questions:  How do I feel? For example, you might feel detached, foggy, or like you’re floating above the situation. What am I thinking? You might have trouble forming thoughts or find that your mind has gone blank. What’s happening right now? You might identify what’s stressing you out. Journaling is a great way to work through your emotions and cope with difficult experiences. Not only can journaling help you keep track of your episodes and learn to process them, it can also help you process your past.  Write in your journal every day. Document your everyday life, your feelings about the past, and your dissociative experiences. When you do notice an episode, record what lead up to it and how you felt. In some cases, you might choose to bring your journal with you to your therapy sessions, if you go to therapy. Although mild detachment is generally a normal psychological response to stressful situations, some people can experience this condition chronically and for a longer period of time. Severe and prolonged dissociative episodes can be symptomatic of mental illness; thus, you should consider talking to a mental health professional if you are genuinely struggling with your experiences. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (5th edition), conditions in which dissociation is a prominent symptom include:  Depersonalization disorder occurs when you feel detached from your life or yourself. Dissociative amnesia occurs when you forget parts of your life, often to mask a trauma. Dissociative fugues occur when you forget who you are and also travel to a new, unfamiliar location. Dissociative identity disorder (DID) occurs when your mind splits into separate, individual personalities as a response to extreme trauma. Dissociative Disorder Not Otherwise Specified (DDNOS) is diagnosed when you experience symptoms of dissociation but don’t meet the requirements for diagnosis for any particular disorder.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Start checking the eggplants around 16 weeks after planting. Inspect the eggplant for smooth and shiny skin. Press your finger into the eggplant to test its tenderness. Measure the size of the eggplant against your hand.

Answer: It can take eggplants 16-24 weeks to grow before they can be harvested. Eggplants can become overripe and bitter quickly, so make sure to check every 1-2 days to see if they are ready. Once an eggplant shows signs of being ripe, it is time to harvest. If you wait a few days, it can start to turn bitter. When it is ready to be harvested, the eggplant’s skin should appear glossy and smooth. There should be no wrinkles on the surface of the plant. There are many different colorations of eggplant. Check to see what color yours should be when ripe. It might be deep purple, white and purple striped, or completely white. A good eggplant will not spring back immediately. It may leave a slight mark after pressing it gently. If the skin springs back, it is not yet ripe. If it leaves a deep indentation, however, it may be overripe. Because eggplants can get overripe quickly, it is best to pick them while they are still on the small side. Once the eggplant becomes glossy and tender, hold it up with 1 hand. Pick it when it is  just slightly larger than your hand.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Tidy up and decorate your space to help it feel more luxurious. Freshen up your rooms with some nice scents. Turn your bathroom into a relaxing spa. Take turns bringing “room service” to others in your home.

Answer:
Want to make your home feel like a luxury resort? Start by doing a little tidying up. Put away any messes, make your bed neatly, organize your closets, and set out some nice décor to help set the mood. For example, if you want to feel like you’re vacationing in a cabin in the mountains, put out some rustic decorations, like some distressed wood wall plaques or galvanized tin vases. The right smells can really set the mood and help you get into a vacation mindset. Use candles, diffusers, incense, or even fresh flower buds to make your home smell like a spa, a rustic cabin, or a tropical resort. For example, you could use subtle scents of plumeria or coconut in your living room to evoke a tropical paradise, or put fresh roses or lavender around your kitchen to make it feel like a country cottage. Put out some fresh, soft towels, set out a luxurious scented soap, and stock your linen closet with robes and fuzzy slippers. If you want, you can even do a little toilet paper origami to make it feel extra fancy!  Taking a nice bath can be a great way to unwind and get into the vacation mindset. Get some scented bath salts, oil beads, or fizzies to make the experience special. You can also spruce up the space with some nice décor, like a pretty shower curtain, a bamboo bath mat, or even a beautiful potted plant, like an orchid or eucalyptus. If you’re living with other people, you can help each other get into the vacation groove even more by offering deluxe, hotel-style service. Have a continental breakfast ready for your family when they get up, or take turns making the bed or changing out the towels in the bathroom. If you live alone, even making your own bed and putting a mint on the pillow can make you feel more like you’re on vacation!