Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Keep your room dark. Minimize distracting noises. Cool off your room. Adjust your pillows to keep your body aligned. Try using a white noise machine. Invest in a mattress pad and new sheets. Read a book in bed if you can't fall asleep.

Answer: Keep lights dim an hour before bedtime, and turn off all overhead lights, night lights, and lamps when you go to bed. Any bright light (not just electronic devices' screens) can trick your body into thinking it's too early in the day for sleep.  If you want to read or write before bed, try using a small book light rather than a desktop lamp or overhead light. Bluish light can keep you awake, so go for a bulb that gives off a warm glow. Red light bulbs are a great choice.  If you have a bright clock, use the dimmer option to lower the brightness of the screen. Additionally, turn it away from the bed so you won't be tempted to check the time. If you can, keep noise in and around your room to a minimum at night. For example, if you have an old-fashioned clock that ticks loudly and keeps you awake, replace it with a silent one. If you share your home with anyone else, request that they keep noises like talking, music, or TV shows at a low volume while you are trying to sleep. Lowering your core body temperature helps induce sleep, so try lowering your thermostat. Setting the temperature between 60° and 70° F (15.5°-21° C) could do the trick. Set it low enough that it feels cooler than room temperature, but not so low that you're shivering. Ideally, you want to sleep so that your neck is in a straight line with your hips. Try placing a pillow between your knees to keep your hips in a neutral position. If necessary, buy new pillows if your current ones aren't keeping you comfortable and aligned.  Try to sleep on your back or side. These positions are best for your spine and can offer more restful sleep. Sleeping on your back or spine also keeps your airways open, which can help alleviate symptoms of sleep apnea.  If sleep apnea is preventing you from getting a full night's sleep, talk to your doctor. They may recommend a sleep study for you to see if you need a CPAP machine. It's tough to fall asleep if you live near a busy road or hear other annoying sounds after bedtime. You could get a white noise machine or play recordings of nature sounds, like waves crashing or humpback whales singing.  You could also listen to soft, relaxing music, like classical music or contemporary ambient tunes. Try not to fall asleep wearing headphones, since they could slip around and wake you up after you fall asleep. Use a music playing device with speakers instead. Your sleeping surface might be keeping you from drifting off to sleep. If your mattress is too firm, getting saggy, or pokes you, flip it over or cover it with a foam pad. If you have scratchy or uncomfortable sheets or blankets, get softer ones.  If you're on a budget, look online or in outlet stores for high quality products at affordable prices. Look for sheets with a high thread count. The higher the thread count, the softer the sheets. Staying in bed doing nothing when you're having trouble falling asleep can stress you out and keep you wide awake. If you've tried to doze off for about 20 minutes with no luck, try reading a little. Reading in bed can distract you from your thoughts and help you feel drowsy. Read from a print book instead of something with a screen, if you can. The light from electronic screens can keep you awake.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Decide what sort of dart you want. Acquire supplies. Make a flight. Add the nail.

Answer: As a rule, smaller darts will fly faster. Heavier darts will hit harder. This makes a difference whether you want to use your blowgun for precision work (like shooting against a dartboard) or breaking things (like glass). Fundamentally, the process is the same. However, knowing what you want to use your darts for is important before you go out and buy the materials. The sort of tip you ultimately give your dart will have a significant impact on its use as well. There are usually two or three parts to a dart. All blowgun darts will have a nail (for impact) and a flight (the part at the end for aerodynamics). Flights can be made by wrapping small pieces of paper into cones. A third part to the dart may be the tip. In some cases, you may want to modify the end of the dart. Whether for safety or utility's sake, you can add something to change your dart's impact.  Type #16 and #18 wire nails are recommended for blowgun darts. Choose between the two based on your preference between speed and impact.  Sticky notes are perfect for the flight. They're already a good size so you won't need to cut off too much. They're also often brightly coloured, which will make it easier to retrieve your darts once you begin firing them. A tip of a dart can be anything, so long as it doesn't get the way of the dart's natural aerodynamics. For use in your house, some tape to dull the pointy end can help, although some will use a tip to make a dart more damaging. Because this is a homemade project, you can go many ways about making a flight for your darts. As mentioned, easy flights can be made by rolling sticky notes into cones. Form them into a cone, and tape the crease to keep them steady. Alternatively, you can glue short pieces of yarn around an ear plug. From there, the nail can impale through the ear plug and function just as well as a dart.  In order to find the perfect length for your cone flights to be, try sticking them in the barrel you'll be using. Cut off at the point where the cone doesn't fit in.  Try to make your darts consistently. It helps to get really good at one kind of dart. What's more, you'll adjust your shooting style to match the weight and impact of that type of ammunition. A nail is usually simple to add to your flight. This involves sticking it through the central part of the flight and bringing it all the way forward. In the case of a cone flight, stick the nail through the back end so that the flathead is covered by the cone. From there, hot glue the nail in place. Once the nail is settled, you are ready to add a tip.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Do something out of the ordinary. Watch lectures. Experience music.

Answer: A new experience can offer exactly the change of perspective you need to stimulate new ideas. Do something out of the ordinary to get out of your routine and provide inspiration. For instance, if you live in the city, plan a camping weekend for a change of pace. For inspiration, look to motivational speakers by attending lectures or watching TED talks. Check the websites for local universities to see listing of scheduled lectures that might provide you with the proper inspiration. Visit www.TED.com/talks to browse a large library of motivational talks by topic. Music can complement your brainstorming sessions, or be the inspiration for your ideas in and of itself. Try to listen to a wide range of music to vary your musical experience (e.g. if you're a fan of classic rock, make an effort to listen to jazz or R&B music for a new experience). Look online or in local newspapers for concerts or smaller performances near you.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Pour hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, lemon juice, or denture cleaner into a bowl. Soak your nails for up to 10 minutes to bleach them. Rinse your nails off in warm water to remove the solution. Soak your nails 2-3 times per week until they’re white.

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There are several household products that can safely whiten your nails. Choose the option that works best for you, then add it to a clean glass or plastic bowl. Do 1 of the following:  Stir 3 to 4 US tbsp (44 to 59 mL) of hydrogen peroxide into .5  c (120 mL) of water.   Squeeze the juice from 2 lemons into a bowl. Pour about .5  c (120 mL) of denture cleaner into a bowl for soaking.  Measure about .5  c (120 mL) of white vinegar into a bowl. Set a timer for 10 minutes. Then, dip your nails into the bowl and submerge your fingertips. Relax as your nails soak in the whitening solution.  If you’re using hydrogen peroxide, you may see results after just 2 minutes. If your fingers start to feel irritated, remove them immediately. After soaking your nails, wash your hands using mild soap and warm water. This will remove the whitening solution . Check your nails to see if they look white. If you’re not happy with the results, you can try another whitening treatment. However, it’s best to wait at least a day before you do so because your skin might get irritated. Sometimes deep set stains are hard to remove, so you might need to do several whitening treatments. For best results, repeat your treatments 2-3 times a week to get your nails white without damaging your skin.