Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Consider what was not working. Think about any disagreements you had. Understand he may have commitment issues. Think about whether he's mature enough to date.

Answer: If a relationship ended, there's a good chance something just wasn't working. Go back through the course of your relationship and think about the signs of trouble.  Did you two fight frequently? If so, you may just have not been compatible. While fighting is a normal part of any relationship, when you're fighting more than you have fun, that's a sign something is wrong. Did any of your feelings change during the relationship? Feelings may have faded. Even if you wanted to stay in the relationship, you may have been aware feelings were waning. This is a sign the relationship was coming to an end. Go over your biggest arguments. What were you disagreeing about? Sometimes, there are differences that just cannot be reconciled. Unfortunately, sometimes a relationship cannot be saved.  Trust issues often tank a relationship. Was there infidelity at any point or even flirtation outside of the relationship? Maybe you two were just different people. Maybe you were more social than your boyfriend. He wanted to stay home a lot, while you wanted to go out with your friends on weekends. Some people get anxiety over committing to a relationship. A person with a phobia of commitment may be unable to differentiate between feelings of excitement at the beginning of a relationship and discomfort or anxiety.  People who fear commitment long for the connection of a romantic relationship. However, when they begin to feel close and comfortable with someone, they get nervous. They may end things just as they begin to get serious. Look at your boyfriend's past. Has he had a lot of other girlfriends? How long did these relationships last? If your boyfriend has a habit of getting involved fast and then breaking things off, this is a sign he has commitment issues. Not everyone is mature enough for a romantic relationship. This is especially true if you and your boyfriend are very young. Think about whether your boyfriend actually seemed ready for a romance. When you're young, dating is about learning about yourself and exploring new experiences. If you and your boyfriend are still in middle school or high school, it's possible he wasn't ready for a long term commitment. Maybe your ex-boyfriend values you as a person, but he simply wants to explore other things.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Approach the relationship with an open-mind. Stop testing your relationship. Temper your jealousy. Acknowledge positives in the relationship. Avoid taking on all the blame.

Answer: You may have fears of abandonment or being hurt. However, these fears can keep you guarded and not fully in the relationship. This behavior may sabotage the relationship, or you may try to leave your partner before he or she leaves you. Release your guard and be willing to be open, honest, and vulnerable with your partner.  Let go of any assumptions you may have about the relationship related to your self-esteem. For example, you may fear (or expect) your partner to cheat, which can make your partner feel like you do not trust them. If you’ve been hurt in a past relationship, don’t assume that your current partner will do the same. This can strain your relationship. If you feel unlovable, you may doubt your partner’s intentions or actions of love toward you. If you believe you are unlovable, you might doubt your partner’s intentions for you and the relationship. This is not healthy and creates an atmosphere of distrust in your relationship, which does not feel good for you or for your partner. You may test your partner by not calling or texting, purposefully not discussing your plans, or flirting with someone else in front of your partner. These actions set your relationship up to fail. If you have low self-esteem, you may feel constantly threatened by your partner’s behavior. An innocent talk with a co-worker may feel like your partner is cheating on you. Recognize that the jealousy may exist because you feel bad about yourself, not because your partner is trying to hurt you. If you start to feel jealous, ask yourself whether you are thinking logically and fairly. One way to curb feelings of jealousy is to stop comparing yourself to others. If you find yourself catastrophizing (“He’s talking to another girl. He must be flirting. He must like her. He’s going to break up with me.”), slow down and think more rationally. For example, say to yourself, “He’s talking to another girl. It seems like a normal conversation and I have no reason not to trust him.” Don’t brush off compliments from your partner. Instead, listen to your partner’s compliments without rebuffing them. Acknowledge what you contribute to the relationship and ask your partner what he or she appreciates about you. For example, if your partner says, “You look very attractive tonight,” don’t make an excuse or try to undercut the compliment. Instead, say “thank you.” You may avoid confrontation or conflict if you have low self-esteem. You may think that the fight was your fault and that you don’t have the right to talk to your partner about it. However, asserting your boundaries and communicating effectively are important parts of a relationship. If you find that you blame yourself for every fight or conflict, take a step back and ask if you’re being fair with yourself.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Make sure you have a belt, and cut out a piece of paper slightly shorter than the height and width of the belt, and about 6-10 inches (16-26 centimeters) long. Write out all of your notes on the piece of paper (one side only), then attach it to the inside of your belt. On the day of the test, make sure you are wearing the belt, and that it is relatively loose. When you want to read the notes, simply suck in your stomach, and read from the inside of your belt.

Answer: This may work better if you tuck in your shirt beforehand, so that it does not seem odd that you are lifting up your shirt.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Take care of yourself. Maintain a supportive network. Develop a relationship with the human resources department.

Answer:
Be conscious of the negative impact that a difficult coworker can have on you. Ultimately, it's your responsibility to look after yourself and not give in to his or her tactics.  Taking the step to separate the behavior from the person in the office can help you focus on the stress of the behavior and how to deal with it. You can't take the behavior personally because it often isn't about you, but rather something going on with your coworker. Spending time with positive people who reaffirm your personal values and support you can be helpful when you work with difficult people. Have someone with whom you can talk both in and out of work to help vent your frustrations. Give yourself time and a safe space to calm down from conflict.  Following a 24-hour rule when it comes to dealing with conflict can be helpful. This means not reacting in the moment but instead giving yourself time to step away and get support as needed. There are some circumstances where you need to involve human resources or your management staff. This would include threats of violence or anything that is creating a hostile work environment.  Many human resources teams have special employees to deal directly with employee relations and can address your concerns in a professional and serious manner.