Human bodies are amazing treasures with infinite uses, abilities, and surprises. Your body does so much for you on a daily basis. Take a moment to write a list of all the incredible functions that you gratefully notice about your body. Perhaps you can use your legs to run a 5k, your fingers to deftly strum the guitar, or your strong arms to swing your kids around. Rather than focusing on what you hate about your body, think about all the things you love. When you look at yourself in the mirror, don't search for flaws. Instead, strive to uncover aspects about your body that you appreciate. Maybe you have quirky dimples, a scar that adds character, or striking eyes. Take in the characteristics that make you who you are. After you have gazed at your reflection for a time, give your best smile. Blow yourself a kiss or produce your sexiest wink. Not only will this make you feel happier, but it will also gradually change your relationship with the mirror into a more positive, fulfilling experience. Spread the good vibes. Sometimes, all you need is a gentle reminder that you are beautiful, and that you are enough. Cut out several pieces of paper, a dozen or more. Write down positive statements to tape to your mirror or hide in unusual places so you can reap the benefits of these love notes later. Your personal love notes can say things like:  Hey, there, good-looking! Happiness isn't size-specific. Love the skin you're in. Beyoutiful!
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One-sentence summary -- Write down all the awesome things your body helps you to do. Look in the mirror with appreciation. Leave yourself little love notes.


It’s important to determine whether your lover has the occasional need to withdraw emotionally in order to process, or a regular tendency to sulk. Everyone needs space now and then. If your lover comes back from their time alone with a more grounded perspective, new ideas, or a readiness to work things out, then they probably weren't sulking. If your lover continues to withdraw and treat you coldly, then they clearly aren’t using this time to process and relate. Instead, they are likely sulking in attempt to get attention and control. Look for a pattern in your partner’s behaviour. If you can determine the event that triggered their sulking, you can approach them about it or avoid those triggers. For example, your partner could be triggered when you make a sarcastic remark or show up late to dinner. Noting certain behaviours can help you confirm that your partner is acting especially manipulative. These behaviours are red flags that may indicate an unhealthy, controlling relationship.  For example, they may place objects between themselves and you, such as a newspaper or book, so they can continue to ignore you. This even happens in public sometimes. Notice if their attitude completely changes momentarily when someone else comes near them, but they return to giving you the cold shoulder the moment the other person is out of earshot. If the person can switch the charm on and off in this way, it's likely they've practiced this manipulation. If your partner sends messages that tell you they’re upset, but they refuse to actually address the problem, then they are sulking. There are several specific verbal and physical signs that show they’re in a sulk.  They storm off, hide away, or retreat to a room. They use immature body language when they’re upset, such as pouting, sighing, crossing their arms, or even stomping. They push away comfort and refuse to reciprocate affection.  They give the silent treatment or shut down conversations with “Fine” or “Whatever.”  They may sometimes try to guilt you by saying something like "you don't care about me" or "nobody cares about me." Whether your partner sulks out of immaturity or uses it as a tool to control you, their sulking likely means they have a low emotional intelligence. Your partner may not even be able to express their emotions to themselves. Going forward, they'll need to develop healthy self talk and/or self love habits in order to manage this problem.  Sulkers often need to learn healthy self talk such as “I recognize that I have emotional issues and I’m prepared to work through them” or “What I did was wrong and I fully own up to that. In the future, I will do better.” They should be able to comfort themselves and tell themselves, “I am my own person, I have value, and I am responsible for my own actions. I can deal with this annoyance in a healthy way and not take it out on others.”
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One-sentence summary -- Distinguish between taking time to process and sulking. Identify your partner’s triggers. Look for signs of manipulation. Recognize the physical signs of your partner’s sulking. Understand that most sulkers have trouble expressing their emotions.


Start by sweeping the floor to remove any dust on the porcelain tiles. You can use a dry dust mop or a vacuum. You can also use a microfiber mop, as it will be gentle on the tiles. Brooms with straw or plastic bristles will be too harsh on the floor and could scratch the tiles. Make sure you sweep in the corners and between tiles. You want to try to remove as much surface dust on the tiles as you can before you move on to more intense cleaning. You can use a nylon cleaning brush or an old toothbrush to remove any dirt or dark spots on the floor.  Wet the floor with hot water and use the brush to remove surface dirt. Scrub the tile in a circular motion, making sure the tile is damp when you scrub it. Do not scrub any tiles that are dry, as this could scratch the tile. If you notice any stains on your polished or glazed porcelain tiles, you should apply a cleaning solution using a mop. You can use a home solution of white vinegar and water or a professional cleaning solution.  Make a home solution by combining ¼ cup white vinegar with two gallons of warm water. Mop the floor and let it sit for five to ten minutes. Then, mop the floor again, rinsing off the solution. The vinegar will help to disinfect, deodorize, and clean the tiles. For a professional option, use a cleaning solution from your local home hardware store or the cleaning supplies aisle. You should make sure the solution is safe for use on glazed or polished tile before you use it. You may want to do a spot test by using a small amount of the solution on the floor to ensure it does not damage the floor. If there are coffee stains on the tiles, you can use baking soda to remove them. Apply a sprinkle of baking soda on the stain and then dampen it with a clean cloth. Gently scrub the area until the stain is removed. Finish your cleaning by mopping the tiles with a floor cleaner. You should use a mild cleaning solution that is safe for use on glazed or polished porcelain tiles. Make sure you mop the floor one more time with hot water before the cleaner dries on the tiles. This will ensure the cleaner does not stain or damage the tiles. Use a microfiber cloth or a clean towel to dry the floor completely. Make sure there are no water spots or puddles of water remaining on the tiles.  You can also open a window or set up a fan to dry the floor. Place fans in the room and open any windows to ensure an adequate airflow throughout the room. Once the floor is dry, you can buff it to a shine with a piece of cheesecloth. Rub the cheesecloth over the tiles in circular motions to buff them.
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One-sentence summary --
Sweep the floor with a dust mop. Use a soft, nylon brush to remove any dirt. Apply a cleaning solution for stains. Mop the floor. Dry and buff the floor.