Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Go to the skatepark in the morning to avoid crowds. Take your turn to not cut others off as they skate. Call out to other skaters if you plan to skip or take your turn.

Answer: Afternoons and after school especially will be busy periods for a park, so if you want to practice when there are less people, try going in the mornings before 10:00 AM. Certain parks may also be busy certain days and dead on others, while it may be the reverse for another park nearby. Go when the crowd size makes you most feel most comfortable: less packed for beginners, more dense as you get better. Cutting someone off is called “snaking,” and it’s the most common cause of collisions. Wait as the other skaters use a piece of equipment before taking your turn. Learn the rhythm for when you should go and how long you should take each time. Apologize to anyone who you accidentally snake and try to avoid it as much as possible, or risk getting a bad reputation in the park. Don’t linger on the edge of the bowl or the lead up to a ramp, as others will be trying to skate there. If you’re waiting your turn and decide not to go, say “Dropping.” If you’re off to the side and want to take your turn tell the others there “I’m in.”  Always do your best to telegraph your actions to the other skaters before you make them. Call out “Board!” to other skaters who might get in your way while skating to let them know you’re there.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Determine whether you can apply. Collect the personal information you need to apply. Compile information on your medical condition. Collect information about your work. Compile the necessary documentation. Apply for disability benefits online.

Answer: To be eligible to apply to the SSA for disability benefits you need to meet certain criteria. You must be 18 years old, or older, as well as not currently receiving any benefits on your social security record. You have to be unable to work due to a medical condition that is expected to last at least a year, or to result in death.  You cannot apply again if you have been denied disability benefits within the past 60 days. If this is the case, you can request a review of this decision and the medical determination through the Internet Appeal. The information you need to collect for the application process can be broken down into three main areas: information about you; information about your medical condition; information about your work. The information about yourself you will need includes your date and place of birth, and Social Security number.  If applicable, you will also need this information about your current and any former spouse. You also need to know the dates and places of marriage, divorce, or death. You will also need to submit your bank account information, including your bank's Routing Transit Number, so you can receive payments electronically. The information you will need on your medical condition and history includes detailed information about your illnesses, injuries, or conditions. This will include names, addresses, phone numbers, patient ID numbers and complete dates of treatment for all the doctors, hospitals, and clinics you have been treated by.  You must disclose the names of any medicines you are taking and who prescribed them. You must also submit the names and dates of relevant medical tests and who ordered them. You will be asked to supply the name, address, and contact number of someone who knows about your condition and can assist with your application. Finally you will be required to collect detailed information about your work which will be submitted with your claim. The information you need includes the amount of money you earned last year and this year, and the name and address of your employer(s) for the those years. You must also submit your Social Security Statement, as well as the start and end dates of any military service before 1968.  You must draw up a list of the jobs you worked in the 15 years before you became medically unable to work. The list should only go up to five jobs, and should include the dates of your employment. You are required to submit full information on any workers' compensation or similar benefits you have received in the past or plan to apply for. There are certain documents that you may be required to provide when you apply for disability benefits, so it's a good idea to gather all of these together before you start the application. You may be asked to produce a birth certificate and proof of US citizenship, or lawful alien status. You might also be required to submit military discharge papers if you had military service before 1968. You will need W-2 forms and/or self-employment tax returns for the last year. Further documentation you might need includes:  Medical evidence already in your possession, such as test results, medical records, and doctor's reports. Any proof of temporary or permanent workers' compensation benefits received, such as pay stubs, award letters, or settlement agreements. Note that photocopies of W-2 forms, self-assessment tax returns, and medical documents are generally accepted, but for everything else it is likely that you will need to provide the original document. Before you apply complete the Adult Disability Checklist you can download from here: https://www.socialsecurity.gov/hlp/radr/10/ovw001-checklist.pdf to ensure that you have all the necessary information and documentation. Once you are satisfied, you can apply online by visiting https://www.socialsecurity.gov/disabilityonline. Applying online enables you to complete the application when it is convenient for you.  If you prefer to apply over the phone, call 1-800-772-1213 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m, Monday through Friday. The deaf or hard of hearing should call TTY 1-800-325-0778. You can apply in person at your local office, but will need to call ahead and make an appointment first. If you live abroad, contact the nearest US Embassy or Consulate.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Embrace the unplanned. Converse with the people you meet. Maintain good relationships. Keep an open mind. Look on the bright side.

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Spontaneity can throw you off, but it's also an unavoidable part of life. If you want to have good luck, you will need to learn to adapt to unplanned events and embrace the possible outcomes. For example, you might be surprised at work with overtime, and your social plans for the night might be ruined. Sometimes overtime is just overtime and nothing more comes of it. Consider the possibility, however, that your boss will see you working hard and without complaint during that overtime. By leaving a good impression, you may unintentionally encourage your boss to give you greater opportunity within the company, which could lead to better pay or a higher sense of job satisfaction. Share your story with friendly strangers and acquaintances. You may make a connection with someone unexpected, and that connection might prove more beneficial than you ever could have imagined.  You don't need to tell your entire life story to every stranger you meet, but when the opportunity presents itself, take the time to have a real conversation with someone you may not know very well yet. Ask the people you meet about their lives, including their dreams and struggles. More often than not, they will return the favor and ask you about yours. Aside from meeting new people, you also need to maintain good relationships with the people already in your life. Learn to trust others and let yourself rely on them when the time is appropriate. These relationships can also benefit you in unexpected ways.  You need to maintain your ties to people in both your personal and professional life. For good or for ill, the people around you are usually responsible for half if not more of your luck. If you push people away or neglect your relationships, the lucky breaks that others might lead you to will be lost. Chasing a goal is great, but every now and then, you should reassess your goals and ask yourself if they are really working for you as well as they could. When you get a sign pointing you in a different direction, consider following it. Avoid sticking with something just because you've invested time and money in it. Maybe you dreamed of becoming a doctor but realized you hated the work once you started your pre-med studies. Perhaps you've spent the last decade working in sales but have recently acquired a taste for human resources. If your past goals no longer align with who you are and what you want for your life, it's time to re-think them. Bad things happen, but oftentimes, these bad things could have been worse and may even have a positive side. Learn to look for the good in all situations. Something you once thought of as “bad luck” may actually be “good luck” from a different angle. For instance, if you returned from a blind date that went horribly wrong, look for a silver lining. At least your date wasn't a dangerous person who put your life or well-being at risk. The experience is also over and, while you may not see it now, may have taught you a few valuable lessons that you'll realize in a few weeks. Lastly, meeting the wrong guy or gal now narrows down the field and may help you find the right one later.