Article: When a problem pops up, it’s pretty normal to find yourself thinking something like, “What? This cannot be happening!” It’s a common reaction, but not always a useful one. Shift your thinking right away and accept that the problem is indeed happening. Think to yourself, “This is not a good situation, but it’s happening.” Putting off dealing with the problem or just pretending the negativity doesn’t exist can be tempting. However, it’s usually best to face the problem head-on. It can be easy to look only at the negatives. Take a minute to think calmly about the situation, and then make a list of the positives. The list can be mental or you can jot your thoughts down. This will help you to remain calm and productive.  For example, you might be upset that one of your employees complained about your management style. Instead of getting angry, think of this as an opportunity to communicate with that person and figure out how you can both have a more positive experience at work. Maybe you discover that your sister is moving to a new city and you are upset because you’ll miss her. Instead of focusing on the negative emotions, think about the fact that now you’ll have a fun reason to travel to her new city. If you find that negative thoughts are still popping up, acknowledge them, and then reject them. You can think something like, “Yes, this is a big problem. But I reject this negativity and choose to focus on the positives.” You might have to repeat this a few times, but if you actively choose to release the thoughts, they’ll eventually go away. You can also respond directly to specific thoughts. For example, if you think, “It’s all my fault that sales are down this quarter. What a disaster,” try saying to yourself, “I’m new at my job and there is a learning curve. This is a great opportunity for me to try out some of those new ideas that I have.” While negative situations aren’t fun, they usually offer a great opportunity to learn something. Take a step back and look objectively at what’s going on.  Ask yourself if it's possible to learn how to avoid such problems or if you can find a way to learn how to deal with them gracefully. Ask yourself, "Once I'm through this, what will I have learned?" Make a list of possible lessons, if writing things out helps you think.  Maybe your significant other just broke up with you and you feel really hurt. The lesson might be that you realize you rushed into living together and that it might be best to go more slowly the next time. Or it might be that your boss reprimanded you for not meeting your sales goals. You could look at this as an opportunity to learn some new tactics that can help you succeed. It can definitely feel like the weight of the world is on your shoulders when you’re dealing with a negative situation. However, when you are upset it can also be easy to forget that a problem might not be as major as it first seems. Choose a response that actually fits the situation. For example, if your boss tells you that you need to improve your sales, don’t let your thoughts spiral into, "I’m getting fired. What will I tell my partner? How will I pay my bills? Where will I find another job?” Instead, focus on the actual problem at hand, which is improving your sales.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Choose to accept the situation. Find the positives instead of focusing solely on the negatives. Challenge negative thoughts and release them. Look for the lesson in the situation. Put the problem in perspective.

This will ensure you get the best results. Check that the egg is not cracked or misshapen. If the egg is dirty, use room temperature water to carefully wash off the dirt on the egg.  If you find the egg, try to guess how long since it has been laid. If it is warm to the touch, it may have been laid within one to three days. Make sure the egg is at room temperature before you put it in the incubator. An egg that has been kept in the fridge will need to be left out to warm up before it goes in the incubator. You may mark the top of the egg with an “x” and the bottom of the egg (the small end) with an “o.” This way, when you turn the egg, you can keep track of how often it is turned. Close the doors of the incubator once the egg is inside. This will keep the humidity inside the incubator. It takes around 26 to 29 days total for Mallard duck eggs to hatch. From day 1 to day 25, the temperature in the incubator should be 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit (37.5 degrees Celsius). The relative humidity should be 86 degrees Fahrenheit (55%). On the first day of incubation, check the incubator regularly to ensure it is at the right temperature and humidity. The first few days are crucial for proper incubation. Turning the eggs is a key step in the incubation process. Use your hand to turn the egg so it is on a different side. Then, wait a few hours and turn the egg so it is on its other side. Do this three to seven times a day to keep the eggs at the right temperature.  The more often you turn the egg, the better it will hatch. Get into the habit of turning it an odd number of times each day for the 25 days of incubation. You may write down the times you turn the egg in a log for reference. Do not leave the eggs in the same position every night. Try to turn them during the night or right before you go to bed. Touch the top of the egg with a small bright flashlight. This is called "candling the egg." Use the flashlight to check if the egg is growing and progressing. It should not appear clear or cloudy when you touch the flashlight to the top of it. If this is the case, it may not be progressing well. Check the temperature and humidity in the incubator to ensure it is correct.  If the egg looks solid in the light, it is fertile and doing well. You can candle the egg again at the end of week 3 of the incubation to make sure it is still growing properly. Put the egg in a hatching tray. Adjust the temperature of the incubator to 99 degrees Fahrenheit (37.2 degrees Celsius). The humidity should be set to 88 degrees Fahrenheit (65%). Make sure the ventilation holes on the incubator are open to their maximum setting to allow the eggs to cool.  At day 26 and 27, increase the humidity to 93 degrees Fahrenheit (80%). At day 28 and 29, lower the temperature so it is at 97 degrees Fahrenheit (36.1 degrees Celsius) and the humidity is at 90 degrees Fahrenheit (70%). You do not need to help the duckling emerge from the egg. Let the duckling hatch itself by breaking through the shell on its own. If the ducking makes a hole in the egg and cannot progress because it gets stuck, carefully help the duckling out with clean hands.
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Use an egg that has been laid within one to three days. Place the egg small end down in the incubator. Maintain the correct temperature and humidity in the incubator. Turn the egg three to seven times a day. Candle the egg with a flashlight after seven days. Lower the temperature on day 25 for hatching. Let the duckling hatch on its own.