In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: One of the first and easiest steps to warm up your body and your throat before you sing is to open your throat and diaphragm by yawning.  Gently force yourself to yawn by opening your mouth as though you were about to yawn. As you do this, think about yawning, or watch a video of someone yawning to initiate your own yawn.  Repeat this two or three times to fully open your throat and diaphragm. You can also open up your throat with some light physical activity. Try doing some quick exercises, like jumping jacks or a short walk or jog, take a short break, and then do your vocal warm-up. Using your abdominal muscles and singing from the right place in your body are very important when you sing. To engage the muscles you should be using, very gently force yourself to let out a small cough. Pay attention to which muscles are involved in that action, as these are the muscles you should be using when you sing. The muscles of the core include the psoas, the pelvic floor, and the diaphragm, among others. Engaging these muscles during singing will help you achieve your fullest voice. You want your entire body to be relaxed when you sing, because you don’t want to strain your body or your muscles when you sing high notes. To relax your upper body, simply shrug your shoulders, hold them in a hunched position for five seconds, then relax them. Repeat four or five times.  Your voice should always come from your diaphragm, but sometimes people will try to push from a higher place on their body instead of the belly when reaching for high notes. To prevent this, continue relaxing your neck and shoulders throughout your warm up, especially when going for high notes. Because the breath is the mechanism that creates your voice, it’s also important to do a few breathing exercises before singing as well. Two exercises you can do are:  As you keep your shoulders and chest relaxed, inhale deeply into your diaphragm, so that your stomach rises slightly. Then exhale slowly from this same place, so that your belly flattens out again. Continue breathing this way for two minutes. Inhale like before, but when you exhale, practice allowing the breath to escape slowly as you make a hissing sound with your mouth. Repeat for one minute. Tension in your jaw and mouth can also affect your singing, so relax this area before singing. To release this tension:  Place your palms on your cheeks and allow your jaw to open to a natural position. Slowly and gently move your hands around to massage the jaw and facial muscles for one to two minutes.
Summary: Open up your throat. Engage your core. Relax your neck and shoulders. Do a breathing exercise. Release tension in your jaw.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Dealing with emotions can be difficult, as they can change rapidly. But it's important to allow yourself to experience your emotions, as repressing them can cause stress. When you experience an emotion, identify it and acknowledge it.  For example, if you are feeling nervous, ask yourself, "What am I afraid of?" Identifying and acknowledging the issue can help you figure out how to handle it. It's ok to let yourself feel negative emotions. If you are frustrated because you did not get a promotion at work, that's normal. Use that emotion as motivation to find a new way to challenge yourself. Sadness is a common emotion, and it is completely normal to feel that way occasionally. If your sadness only lasts a day or two, that is healthy. If you are experiencing prolonged bouts of sadness, it is a good idea to contact your doctor or a mental health specialist.  If you are feeling down, you might not feel up for socializing. However, isolation can increase feelings of sadness. Try doing something like running errands or getting a pedicure. You won't have to spend much emotional energy, but you'll get some human contact. Try tackling a project. You'll take your mind off of whatever is bothering you and the sense of accomplishment will boost your spirits. This is a great time to tackle that photo album you've been meaning to organize. Once you have identified your feelings, spend some time thinking about what is causing those emotions. If you are angry at your partner for not putting away the laundry, ask yourself if there is a deeper issue. Are you actually upset because you feel that your requests are not being heard? When you experience intense emotions, reflect on the underlying cause. You can use your journal to aid you in tracking your emotions. Self-care is the process of making sure that all of your needs are being met. It is extremely important for your emotional health. Practicing self-care can be as simple as making sure that you allow yourself time to do things you enjoy, such as reading a chapter of a book each day.  Care for yourself by nurturing those relationships that are important to you. Even when you are busy, allow yourself time to take a break and have fun with friends. Give yourself permission to do something for yourself each day. It can be as simple as treating yourself to a piece of dark chocolate after dinner. In order to fully be able to manage your emotions, you need to have a support system. A support system is essential for your emotional well-being. When you are dealing with stress or other intense emotions, make sure that you have a friend or family member to talk to. Use technology. If you live far away from your family, spend time talking on the phone or video chatting. Talking to a mental health specialist is a great way to process emotions and learn to handle them. If your emotions are interfering with your day to day life, you should consider seeking help from a professional. For example, if your sadness is causing you to call in sick to work, or you can't seem to handle simple tasks, you may need help.  If your emotions cause you to verbally abuse others, or you regularly feel out of control, a professional can help you make changes. Ask your doctor to recommend a counselor. You can also ask a trusted friend or family member for advice.
Summary: Acknowledge your feelings. Deal with sadness. Reflect. Practice self-care. Find a support system. Consider counseling.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You don't want to go too deep too quickly, but you do want to open up a dialogue. Try some interesting questions. As an example, you could ask "What's your favorite book of all time? Why do you like it?" or "Where did you grow up? What was it like?" That is, don't hide truths about yourself if he or she asks. Everyone tells little white lies, but if you say you're a doctor when you're really only a nursing assistant, that will come back to bite you later. " Becoming too intimate too quickly can scare people off. Keep it cool and casual for the first date. You wouldn't talk about every mistake you've made on the job in the past on a job interview. The same holds true for a first date. You don't have to lay out all your personal flaws and mistakes on the first date. In fact, it's a good idea not to. You just want to make a connection with the other person, and saying too much too soon can push her or him away. That is, your date does want to hear about you. Don't always deflect the question back to your date. Tell him or her about who you are. As an example, if your date asks, "What's your favorite type of movie?," don't just say, "Oh, you know, I like most movies." Instead, you could say, "I really enjoy a wide spectrum, everything from goofy musicals to horror flicks. In fact, last night I watched Hairspray and Woman in Black. What do you like?" Saying goodbye is the last impression you leave your date with. Don't just say a quick goodbye. Take a minute to give your date a hug, kiss, or handshake, and talk about plans for getting in touch in the future. As an example, you could say, "I really enjoyed our date. I loved talking about baseball with you. When can I get in touch with you again?"
Summary:
Try some probing questions. Be honest. Don't say "I love you. Don't discuss all your personal information. Be a little personal. Take your time to say goodbye.