INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The first thing you'll need to do is grow your hair out. If you already had a longer cut such as a Caesar this won't take too long, but growing out a high and tight fade will take a while. Be patient.   Eating a balanced, protein and mineral rich diet will help your hair grow as fast as possible.  If your ends start to split, you can trim the bottom 1/8", just to make sure that the hair stays looking good and can keep growing.   Scalp massages can reportedly stimulate accelerated hair growth as well. It may be hotter than you are used to. Hair touching your neck and ears for the first time may also irritate you at first. Rest assured, this is the worst part of getting "Surfer Hair". Keep on going and it'll be over before you know it.  Consider switching to a sateen or silk rather than cotton pillowcase. It will help you avoid your hair getting itchy or tangling.   If it is getting too hot for you don't worry, the final cut will actually remove a lot of weight. Don't shampoo daily, but whenever you do shampoo, be sure to use conditioner. You'll want to keep your hair healthy and strong. You'll be rocking your Surfer Hair in no time, and you'll want it to look its best. Maintaining healthy hair will help it grow faster too. Once your hair is past your ears and over your eyes, you are ready for Surfer Hair. Don't short yourself or rush it, as your hair stylist will be cutting your hair and removing some length during the process. If you are going to do Surfer Hair, do it right. If you already have a reliable stylist that you know who does surfer hair well, you are in luck. Otherwise you may have to ask friends for recommendations or look up reviews online. When in doubt, ask someone else who already has great Surfer Hair where they got their cut. Don't leave anything to doubt. Bring at least one photo of someone who has the Surfer Hair cut that you are looking for. Some people prefer slightly longer Surfer Hair, while others prefer a more de-structured and shaggy look similar to Owen Wilson's. Ideally bring several pictures so that you and the stylist can discuss the characteristics you like in each. Just in case there is any doubt from the photo, specify to your stylist that you are looking for a "Surfer Cut" or a "Long Shag". Those are the two terms that are most commonly associated with the cut you need for Surfer Hair. It can sometimes be difficult for a hair stylist to get length right. Surfer hair is a textured and de-structured look, so the cut will look slightly shorter than it actually is. This is especially true after you use products that add volume and body. Make sure they don't cut your hair too short, and hew closely to the picture you provided. You can always ask them to cut more if it is too long. You can't do the reverse. Do you envision it being long and flowing, or a shorter, messy mop? Even though they've seen a picture, know the cut, and know your preferred length, this detail can help them. If you've already decided what hair products you will be using, you may want to bring this up with them as well.  If you want a flowing look, ask them to remove weight as well.  If you want extra texture and a softer edge, ask them to point cut your tips as well. Ideally Surfer Hair isn't done with scissors, shears, or a clipper (exceptions exist when clippers are used like a razor). Cutting with a razor gives the hair the movement and separation necessary for a properly deconstructed look. If they use scissors make sure that they soften or feather the edges. Classic natural surfer hair gets slightly sun bleached, causing natural highlights. You can imitate this look by getting highlights. Don't make the highlights too vibrant though, Ideally, your highlights should be barely noticeable. You want it to emulate natural sun bleaching.

SUMMARY: Let it grow. Suffer through the transition. Keep it healthy. Get it over your eyes and past your ears. Find a stylist. Bring photos. Specify your preferred cut. Confirm the haircut length. Explain the look that you are going for. Try to make sure they use a razor. Add lighter colored highlights if desired.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Emotionally, keeping a healthy perspective is one of the best ways to cope with a negative co-worker. Stay focused on your larger dreams and career goals. Avoid getting caught up in petty workplace drama.  When you get frustrated, consider where you want to be in the next year or the next five years. How much does this co-worker really matter when it comes to your longterm goals? How long will you actually be working together? It's more than likely your troublesome co-worker will not be part of your career for the long run.  Can you learn from the situation? Try to see the situation as a lesson in how to treat others. If your co-worker's dislike is making work difficult, do not replicate that kind of behavior in any future interactions. While it's easier said than done, sometimes the best way to deal with a negative situation is to find a way to remove yourself emotionally. Try to simply ignore the behavior by refusing to react to it. It can help to engage in relaxation techniques throughout the day. You can try steadying your thoughts by hyper focusing on the present moment. Take stock of your body, your breathing, your surroundings. This will stop you from becoming upset by your co-worker's actions by placing focusing on the physical alone. Whatever you do, do not bad talk your co-worker to other people in the office. This will not only reflect poorly on you, it can easily get back to your co-worker and make the situation worse. Everyone needs to vent sometimes. It's okay if you want to get your frustrations off your chest. However, keep your venting outside the office. Talk to friends and family members you know from outside work rather than acquaintances from the office.

SUMMARY: Keep a healthy perspective. Detach from the situation emotionally. Find a support system outside of work.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Forgetting to feed or give water to your bird is very dangerous to the bird's health, and could over time reduce your bird's overall happiness and trust in you. Always be sure that your bird has enough clean drinking water, and be sure to feed him an appropriate diet.  Make sure your bird has access to seeds, grains, beans, vegetables, nutritious pellets, and occasional fruit.  Do NOT give your bird chocolate, avocado, salty foods, garlic, onion or any human snack foods. Your bird views his cage as a home within your home. Making your bird's cage as comfortable as possible will help him feel safer in your home, and may help him feel more caring toward you. Be sure your bird's cage is big enough. It should also be kept away from direct sunlight, out of reach from any other pets you may have, and away from loud or frightening sources of noise, such as televisions and radios. Parakeets love to play, and providing your bird with fun, challenging toys will make him happy and content.  Be sure your parakeet has toys that allow him to climb, as well as toys that are colorful and make noise.  Give your parakeet a swing inside his cage, and make sure he has plenty of perch space inside the cage.  Get your parakeet toys that are safe to chew on. Look for toys with wooden components, or solid, sturdy beads that can be bitten and chewed. You can do this by showing your bird that you are safe and friendly. Speak to your bird often, and use soothing, calm tones. You should also allow your bird to eat and play outside his cage, and encourage him to interact with you. Over time, your bird will feel safe and comfortable around you, and he will come to show you affection.

SUMMARY:
Make sure your bird's physical needs are met. Make him feel safe. Give your parakeet toys. Encourage your parakeet to trust you.