Don’t let a grudge fester inside of you. Immediately call attention to their tactics. Let them know that you are not happy with what they are doing. Make eye contact and use a firm, clear voice.  By being assertive, you will establish that you are serious about what you are talking about. Asking is a very indirect, polite way of calling attention to their habits. If you have tried talking through the problem and failed, give your friend a firm, direct “Stop.” This may jar them and express just how upset you are with the situation. Call attention to previous times when you pointed out their bad behavior to reinforce how their pattern of bullying has persisted.  Try saying, "Hey.  I asked you to stop pulling pranks on me.  I talked to you last time, and then we talked privately, and you said you understood.  Now I'm telling you:  I'm not going to put up with it any more.  Stop it." Some people may respond with anger or crying in an attempt to guilt you for calling them out on their rude behavior. You should remain strong and calm in the face of such emotional manipulation. You can apologize for upsetting them, but you should not back down. #* You can say, “I’m sorry that this is upsetting for you, but when you put me down, I feel the same way that you are feeling now.” If the friendship turns verbally abusive, you may need to seek outside help. Because the abuse is coming from a trusted friend, it can be difficult to find support groups that will boost your confidence and provide advice. If you are still in school, approach your parents or a teacher for help mediating the situation. If you are in college, try going to your university’s counselling services for assistance. In the workplace, ask your boss or HR to intervene. Outside of the workplace, you can find friends, significant others, or counsellors who can help you navigate the difficult situation.    Venting to another person can help give you perspective, and it will also help you process your emotions so that you can confront your bullying friend without crying or yelling.  Try not to consult a friend who is also friends with your frenemy. They may try to defend your bully or they may tell your bully what you said in an innocent attempt to patch your relationship. Try to find someone who is distant from the situation. They can provide a clear-headed and objective perspective on the matter.

Summary: Respond immediately. Tell them to stop, don’t ask. Remain strong even if they appear upset. Seek help from a trusted authority.


Do this by cleaning floors well, fixing any leaky faucets that might dampen wood, and removing any clutter that creates shelter for them. Use caulk to seal your foundation and cracks around doors, windows, and any other areas where ants could get into your home. Install screens on your windows and doors. Cut tree limbs back so they aren't hanging directly over your house. Clean up weeds, leaves, wood piles, and other natural debris that's close to your house and could be harboring an ant population. Ants need sugar, protein and water sources to survive. Keeping these basic needs away from them is the best way to prevent them from infesting your home. Keep the floors and counters free of crumbs and clean up spills, especially sugary spills. Fix faucet leaks and make sure there's no accessible water in the area.

Summary: Clean up your house to make it a bad breeding ground for carpenter ants. Seal your house. Remove natural debris from around the home. Clean up crumbs and water leaks.


Disneyland is always offering promotions right from their website, and while these discounts are usually for hotel fares, you can sometimes find discounted park tickets. For instance, Disneyland sometimes offers multi-park, multi-day passes that allow the ticket holder to visit different Disney theme parks on different days, and these admission tickets will come at a discounted rate. These are great for families who are on a road trip! Both the American Automobile Association and the Canadian Automobile Association offer discounted Disney tickets and packages for members. If you're a member, have your card or number ready and either visit the AAA or CAA website, or visit your nearest location to inquire about deals. People who live in Florida are entitled to special ticket and pass prices to Disney World. You can see the full selection if discount ticket options in the Disney World site.  Special deals for Floridians often include discounted rates for single day tickets, multi-day passes, and annual passes. Note that to take advantage of these offers, you will have to prove that you are a resident of Florida. Shades of Green is a resort operated for members of the Armed Forces, and they also provide discounted rates for Disney World tickets and packages to military service personnel who have valid IDs. Similarly, Disneyland often provides discounted tickets for military personnel, as does Disney World. Residents of the European Union can get great prices on Disney World tickets if they purchase the tickets before traveling to America. To purchase tickets from abroad, visit the Disney World international site to check out ticket prices. There are numerous credit card plans and travel reward plans, such as Aeroplan and Air Miles, that periodically allow members to redeem points for discounted admissions to places like Disney World and Disneyland. Disney’s YES program is an educational series for kids and youth that offers on-site courses on topics like art, sciences, environmental studies, and leadership. Enrollment includes a discounted ticket price, but the courses are mandatory for kids who sign up. These programs are typically aimed at elementary, junior, and high school students. There are a few legitimate sites out there that sell real Disney tickets at discounted prices. Not only can you get discounted admission prices for various Disney theme parks (for single and multiple days), but you can also find other special deals and promotions. This includes cheaper admissions for water parks like Typhoon Lagoon, show tickets, cheap admissions for attractions such as Hollywood Studios, entertainment tickets for things like Disney character experiences, and other special features. Some of the more trusted sites are:  The Official Ticket Center Park Savers Orlando Fun Tickets Get Away Today Undercover Tourist When buying regular or discount tickets for Disney theme parks, read the fine print for additional fees that could alter the price of the ticket. You may find a discount supplier that offers lower ticket prices than anyone else, but the hidden fees could add up and make the final cost more expensive than another provider.

Summary: Check the Disneyland site for promotions. Take advantage of an auto club membership. Take advantage of Disney World discounts for Florida residents. Take advantage of military discounts. Buy tickets from an international site. Redeem reward miles for tickets. Enroll in the Disney Youth Education Series. Use a discount ticket site. Look out for hidden fees.


Some people's symptoms are so mild, they may not realize it, but there are identifiable subtle signs of anemia. If you have only mild symptoms, schedule an appointment with your primary care provider. Mild symptoms include:  Fatigue and weakness since your muscles aren't getting enough oxygen. Shortness of breath, which is a sign your body needs more oxygen. You may only notice this when doing a physical activity, if your anemia is mild. Pale skin because you lack enough red blood cells to make up the red hue of your skin. Severe symptoms are signs that more of your organs are affected by the decreased oxygen in your bloodstream and are trying to circulate more blood through your body. These also indicate that your brain is being affected. If you have severe symptoms, see a doctor as quickly as you can. You may want to go to urgent care of the emergency room which can assess you sooner. Severe symptoms include:  Dizziness Headache Decrease in cognitive ability Fast heartbeat Your doctor will confirm anemia with a simple blood test called a Complete Blood Count, which determines the number of red blood cells your body has to see if they're too low. Your doctor can help you figure out if your anemia is acute or chronic. Chronic means it has been going on for a while and that you are in no immediate danger. Acute anemia means it is a new health problem and that the problem should be identified quickly to prevent progression to something more dangerous. Once a cause is determined, the correct treatment can be started. Your doctor may also order a body imaging scan (like a CT or MRI) or more advanced blood tests. If all tests are inconclusive, a bone marrow biopsy might need to be done.
Summary: Identify symptoms of mild anemia. Recognize symptoms of severe anemia. See your doctor for a blood test.