Problem: Article: Write a list of everything, no matter how big or small, that you are thankful for. Good examples include things like your family, lover, pets, comfortable home, etc. This will help you to appreciate how many positive things there are in your life because it requires you to shift your focus to what you have instead of what you do not have. When things aren't going so well, instead of ruminating about what isn't good, focus on this list of things that are positive in your life. Pay attention to the little things that you may sometimes take for granted such as shelter over your head and food in your stomach. Engaging in mindfulness techniques has been shown to reduce negative automatic thoughts. Mindfulness helps us shift our focus off of the negative. When people have this ability, they have less depression and anxiety. Shifting attention onto the positive prevents rumination, and it is an essential emotional regulation coping skill. Live in the present, not the future, and certainly not the past. Many people spend much of their time deeply regretting events that have already passed or worrying about what may happen, so they miss out on now. Accept that you can't change the past, but that you have a large amount of control over what you do in the present, which will influence your future. Do mindfulness exercises such as paying direct and focused attention to what you are currently doing such as eating, cleaning, or other daily activities. Attempt to be fully present in the moment and take in everything you experience. Pay attention to how you feel in your body, what you see, and the sensations you have. Focus only on the activity you are engaged in. Life gives you new chances and opportunities at every moment. Setting goals for yourself can help to focus your energy on something positive instead of worrying about negative thinking.  Start by identifying a few goals you want to work on in the next 6 months. Examples of goals could be: applying for a job, finishing school, buying a car, getting more friends, or anything else that you want to accomplish. Make goals that are achievable and realistic. You can use a worksheet or create your own.  Begin each day by focusing on what you are going to do to work toward your goals. This will prevent you from slipping into negative thoughts telling you that life is out to get you, when it isn't. Recognize that change is a part of life.  While some situations in life are definitely difficult (losing a job, losing a loved one), unfortunately some of these situations may be inevitable in life. Things simply may not work out the way we want to sometimes. Attempt to see these situations as opportunities for growth, or universal human experiences (such as loss) that you can get past.  Develop personal mantras or positive affirmations that help you accept change such as, "Everything will work out the way it's supposed to," or, "Change opens new doors."
Summary: Acknowledge what you are grateful for. Practice mindfulness. Treat each day as a new opportunity to achieve a goal. Accept change.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Although it is not used often, the sixth position is best described as the first position but with toes touching. The sixth position is also known as parallel position.  The arms may vary from class to class, studio to studio, and so on. Turn one foot turned out like in the first position, and the other in a tendu back, but with your tendu knee bent and your knees touching.  The arms are usually first position arms.

SUMMARY: Try the sixth (parallel) position. Do preparatory position.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Now that you have your frame constructed, you will begin working on constructing the throwing arm. The top side of your catapult will have the 18" vertical boards pointing straight up, and your 36" boards laying flat edgewise. At the topmost point of your 18" vertical boards, screw in another 18" piece between the two to form the cross brace of your catapult. The top of your cross brace should be level with the top of your vertical 18" 2x4 boards. Take your 30" 2x4 and measure 2.5" from one end. Drill a 1/2" centered hole clear on the narrow side of the board through the entire width of the 2x4. Screw a plastic cup to the center of the flat side of your 2x4. This should also be the opposite side from where you drilled a hole through the short side of your 2x4. Feel free to experiment with other materials and holding devices, like baskets, bowls, and cases. Drill a 1" hole in each side of the base into the end with your triangular support. This hole will need to be centered 6" from the end of the 36" piece where the end of your plywood triangle should also end. Then measure 2.5" up from the bottom edge of the device and drill. The arm of your catapult operates by being pulled or winched back after applying tension to the rope that will be laced through the frame. Where the throwing arm of your catapult meets your cross brace, it's a good idea to add padding, like a blanket or several layers of wrapped rags. This will prevent your catapult from doing damage to itself when the arm is pulled back, released, and comes in contact with the cross brace.
Summary: Turn your base right-side up. Screw in a cross brace between the sides. Prepare the arm. Attach a cup or launching basket. Drill a hole in the base. Pad the arm.

In the microwave or on the stove, heat a cup of water until it is warm. Warm water is around 90 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit (32.2 to 37.8 degrees Celsius). Make sure the water is not too hot (or too cold) as this can irritate your vocal cords. For the best results, use filtered or bottled water. Mix the honey in the warm water until it is dissolved. At this point, you can also mix in herb extracts that have been recommended by your doctor. Mix three to five drops of the extract into the water. Herbs that are known to help sooth and heal your throat and vocal cords are cayenne pepper, licorice, marshmallow, propolis, sage, slippery elm and turmeric. Take a sip of the liquid and tilt your head back. Allow the liquid to go as far back in your throat as possible without swallowing it. Softly blow air from the back of your throat to start gargling. Make sure to spit out the liquid once you finish gargling.  For each session, gargle three times. Gargle every two to three hours throughout the day. Make sure to gargle before you go to bed. This way the herbs and honey can soothe and treat your vocal cords while you sleep.
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One-sentence summary -- Heat a cup (236.6 ml) of water. Mix in two tablespoons (30 ml) of honey. Gargle for 20 seconds.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Doing this allows the natural oils in your hair to develop which in turn allows the dye to bind to your hair more easily. The dye will blend more naturally with your hair, and that tends to make it last longer.  If possible, avoid conditioner when you wash your hair the day before dyeing it. Conditioner eliminates your natural oils, which you need for the dye to set in more easily. If your hair is extremely dry, condition it every night for at least five minutes in a hot shower for a week before you plan to dye your hair. Then, do not condition your hair the night before dyeing. This will keep your hair from drying out after you dye it. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the hundreds of shades you can choose from. If this is your first time dyeing your hair, its best to stick to a hair dye that is no more than two shades darker or lighter than your own natural hair color.  If you are new to dyeing, you can also try dyeing your hair with a temporary or semi-permanent dye first. Using one of these types of dyes ensure that if you mess up, you won’t have live with your mistake for long. Keep in mind that you have to apply semi-permanent dye to damp hair. Temporary dyes, such as chalk and mousse, usually wash out after 1 to 2 shampoos. Semi-permanent dyes will rinse out after 20 to 26 shampoos. Permanent dyes are permanent. The color may fade after 6-8 weeks, but will need to grow out.
Summary:
Wash your hair 24 to 48 hours before dyeing. Pick a color that you really like.