Problem: Article: Triggers are your feelings and thoughts about a situation that leads to a certain behavior (cell phone use). Learning why you are urged to use your cell phone can help you develop alternative options.  Are you on your cell phone because you have a strong desire to be social and connect with others? If so, you can fulfill your needs in ways that last longer such as face-to-face contact. Are you simply bored? Boredom can be a huge trigger for individuals to engage in addictive behaviors. If you are often bored, it may be time to develop hobbies or other activities that sustain your attention. Using your cell phone has been linked to increases in mood, which positively reinforces cell phone use.  Instead of using your phone to feel better, engage in alternative activities such as exercise/sports or creative activities such as writing or drawing. If you have a specific plan for each day and you are focusing on your responsibilities, you will have less time to spend on your phone. The bonus is that you will spend more time focusing on your goals and being productive.  If you are not employed you can apply to jobs or volunteer at a local organization. Try taking up a new hobby like knitting, sewing or playing an instrument. Spend more time doing things that need to be finished, whether it's chores or parents wanting a family day or time together. Try to do something constructive instead of using your phone the next time you feel the urge. Focus on your own personal goals and objectives for the day. Make a list of tasks that do not involve your phone and any time you have the impulse to check your phone, stop and gently redirect your attention to your responsibilities. Much of our desire to be on the phone comes from our innate and evolutionary drive to be social beings. However, there are other options to be social which may be more beneficial and satisfying in the long-term.   Instead of texting, write a letter or meet up with a friend for coffee or a meal. Instead of blasting your photos on Instagram, invite a family member over and physically show them your memories. This type of connection may increase quality intimacy. Think of each reason you use your cell phone (games, texting, phone calls). Some of these habits may be necessary to your work and daily life (perhaps work emails, etc), while others could be disrupting your life if they take away from your normal interactions and responsibilities. Attempt to replace each of these disruptive habits into more productive, social, and quality experiences.  If one of your issues is excessively playing games on your phone, think of an alternative such as inviting a friend over to play a board game. If you spend too much time looking at profiles on social media, meet up with a close friend or family member and ask them about what is going on in their life (instead of simply reading about it online).
Summary: Understand your triggers to phone use. Engage in other mood-boosting activities. Keep busy! Redirect your attention by doing something constructive. Accomplish social tasks in a different way. Replace your habits.

Problem: Article: You do not have to have a fancy schmancy system to be an avid couponer. You may actually find that dealing with a binder (or whatever system you use) is cumbersome and needless. Use what's available in your house already -- don't go spending money for the purpose of saving money. Use a big zipped baggie and paper clips. If that doesn't sound up your alley, grab a shoebox. Repurposing your old goods is greener, too. Something that comes with individualized sections already does half the work for you. You can place labels on each of the tabs in the sorting system that you choose.  Accordion files now come in all sorts of shapes and colors; some are plastic and bendy and others are more like a box. Think about the volume of your coupons and what your needs are. Use a small accordion check file for your purse or a clutch. That way when you go to the store, you're not carrying around all of your coupons. The downside to an accordion-style coupon organizer is the accessibility of the coupons. Because coupons are merely stacked on top of one another within each category, they are difficult to see and often stick together. One of the most popular methods of organizing coupons is in a binder. With fewer coupons, they virtually collapse. With more, they expand to just about as big as you need. If you're serious about couponing, get a 3" or 5" binder -- the 1 inch (2.5 cm) ones just won't do. Use trading card sheets. They keep all your coupons separate and easy to reference. You can find these at toy stores, hobby shops, or sporting good stores.This style of coupon organizer allows your stash of coupons to be easily viewed, readily accessible and simple to take into the store. The downside to this system of coupon organizing is the bulk of the binder. Since couponing has become so trendy, products and companies have sprung up as a result. Now you can find little gadgets dedicated just for coupon organizing. Most coupon organizers have pages for shopping lists, a coupon stacker section, a coupon tracker section, scissors with a blunt tip, and a carrying bag. Surprisingly, couponing isn't just about coupons. You need more than just your system to stay on top of things. Couponing is a lifestyle and you'll need everything to be as easy as possible. Keep scissors with your system. Otherwise they'll be easy to lose as a family member or roommate may misplace them. What's more, keep a pen and paper handy. You may need to write a grocery list, take notes on stacking or plan meals.
Summary: Keep it simple. Use a large accordion file. Invest in a binder. Buy a couponizer. Keep your extras handy.

Problem: Article: Have you ever seen a beautiful woman in a magazine or on television and wished you looked like her? Do you compare what you see in the media to what you see in the mirror? The more you view these images, the more critical you will be of yourself. Try to ban or at least limit the media that you are consuming.  When you do look at these images, remind yourself that those women have been photo-shopped and manipulated to look a certain way. You may not even recognize those women if you saw them in real life. Try to find positive images in the media that do not focus on how women look. You may find profiles of women who are being praised for their talents, skills, and abilities. Your body is going through a lot of changes, and you may not like all of them. However, try to point out the things you like about your body (e.g. your hair, your teeth, your hands, etc.) instead of everything that is wrong with it. Be proud of the things that your body can do as well..  For example, if you are an athlete, focus on how strong your body is and how it allows you to play your sport. If you are a musician, focus on how your hands allow you to play an instrument well. You may not be able to change your body, but you you can change the way you feel about your body. Negative self-talk about your body can really hurt your confidence. Try to counter any negative thoughts you have about your body with something more objective. Would you criticize your friend's body the same way you criticize your own body?  Instead of saying "my arms are huge and ugly," say, "my arms could use a little work." Also avoid talking negatively about other girls' bodies. Treating your body well from the inside out can help you feel more confident about your looks. Exercising regularly, eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, and wearing clothes that you feel good in can improve your body image. Your appearance is one of the many things that makes you who you are.  Exercising is also a good way to boost your feel good hormones and improve your mood. Accept the things you cannot change about your body such as your eye color, height, shape, or skin color.
Summary:
Avoid looking at the media. Focus on the things you like about your body. Do not say negative things about your body. Take pride in your appearance.