INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Pull the neck out as far as you can, and remove the neck in one chop. A hand ax is the best tool for this. Leave as much of the neck attached as possible. Discard the head. Once the head has been removed, you need to wait for the turtle to "bleed out." For more effective bleeding, you can insert a bit of heavy wire into the very bottom of the turtle's shell (at it's rear), and hang the turtle up. This way, gravity can help the process along. This wire will also come in handy later when it is time to boil the turtle. Be aware that turtles can have violent reflexes even after they are dead, and that their claws are quite sharp. Using clippers (or your hand ax if you don't have clippers) remove all four feet and claws. Discard these.

SUMMARY: Remove the head. Wait at least 30 minutes. Cut off the claws and feet.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Stain strippers contain harsh chemicals that are dangerous to use in closed-off spaces. Work outside if possible. If you can’t work outside, work in a garage with the garage door open, or open all the windows in the room you’ll be working in. Set up a box fan near a window to help blow fumes out of the room. Stain stripper can damage the floor if it gets on it. If you don’t have a tarp, lay down newspaper or an old sheet instead. Put on safety goggles and chemical-resistant gloves. Wear a long sleeve shirt, long pants, and closed-toe shoes. You don’t want any stain stripper getting on your skin. Read the manufacturer's instructions on your stain stripper for recommendations on which chemical-resistant gloves you should use. Then, visit your local hardware store or shop online for gloves made out of the recommended material.

SUMMARY: Work in a well-ventilated area. Lay down a tarp under the area you’ll be working in. Wear protective gear while you’re working with the stain stripper.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Check yourself out from eyes to toes, noting everything that makes you smile, no matter how small. The urge to be critical about things you don’t like will be high, but that’s okay! When you feel yourself getting critical simply move on down your body. Don’t even give these critical thoughts the time of day, and certainly don’t harp on them.  If you’re convinced that “there is nothing to love” about your body, then you need to slow down. From beautiful rose cheeks to strong, powerful legs, really admire yourself instead of jumping straight to negatives. Love yourself first, and loving your body will only get easier. Start with your body, but don’t end there – cover all of your amazing qualities to see that it isn’t all about the your exterior. A big issue with people’s self-esteem is that they start to believe the only thing that matters is their body, putting too much weight on their appearances and not who they are overall. You don’t judge people purely on their body, and people don’t do the same to you. Attractiveness is not determined by your appearance only. In study after study, participants are ranked as more attractive after people get to know them, and know they are a good person. Simply looking and smelling nice each day will do wonders for your self-esteem. Furthermore, take a few minutes each day to develop your own routine. It can be a facial cream, a slow, hot shave, or simply moisturizing before bed. When you treat your body like a temple, it will start to look at feel like one too. It is amazing how much the way you hold yourself dictates your appearances, and even self-esteem. Good posture isn't just about looking "strong," it actually aligns your spine, muscles, and even organs to work more efficiently, meaning you feel better too. In general, you want to think of being upright to improve your posture:  Chin up, parallel to the floor. Ears line up over your shoulders. Shoulders line up over your hips. Hips line up over your knees. Knees line up over your feet. A daily affirmation of how awesome you are is one of the best ways to simply, quickly, and easily reinforce the importance of you in your own life. Give yourself a smile and remind yourself not to hate on your own best friend. It may feel a little corny at first, but that’s okay! This isn’t about being perfect or cool, this is about you being you. And, paradoxically, this desire to just be yourself and not worry about perfection will make you more attractive! At the very least, banish put-downs in front of the mirror. Don't criticize your reflection, and break the habit of doing so.

SUMMARY: Find 1-3 qualities about your body that you love. Make a list of things you love about yourself beyond your body. Keep clean and hygienic, taking some time to pamper yourself each day. Improve your posture. Look in the mirror each morning and remind yourself that you love yourself.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Rapid-rise yeast comes in smaller granules, which makes it activate faster. Quicker yeast activation makes bread rise faster. Find rapid-rise yeast packets at your local grocery store. They might be labeled "instant yeast" or "quick-rise yeast." Rapid-rise yeast doesn't need to be dissolved in water like regular yeast. Just mix it in with the flour and other ingredients you're using to make the dough. Check the recipe you're using to see how many yeast packets it calls for. If the recipe you're using calls for two rises, only do the second one. Dough only needs to rise once when it's made with rapid-rise yeast. Skipping the first rise will cut your total rise time in half. Place the dough in a warm, humid place to help it rise faster. Keep in mind that lean doughs that consist of mostly water and flour will rise faster than doughs that contain dairy, eggs, salts, and fat.

SUMMARY:
Get rapid-rise yeast packets. Mix a packet of rapid-rise yeast in with the dry dough ingredients. Skip the first rise and shape the dough after kneading. Let the dough rise once before baking.