INPUT ARTICLE: Article: After you have taken some time to de-escalate the worry in your mind, determine if your worry is at all solvable.  You cannot control every situation, but you can control some things, including yourself.  For instance, you might be worried that you will be fired soon.  Though you cannot prevent this, you can ensure that you arrive to work on time, complete all of your assignments with diligence and thoroughness, and check in with your supervisor to discuss your performance. An example of something you cannot necessarily control is your children’s driving habits.  Though you can tell them not to speed, you cannot be with them at all times.  Trust them and continue to impart lessons of wisdom to them. Prepare for your worries as much as possible. Though some of your worries may be solvable, the bulk of them may not be.  When you are feeling particularly stressed about things you cannot control, focus on doing things that you can control, such as improving your physical health.  Exercising and eating a proper diet can positively impact your brain in many ways.  When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins.  This release reduces your perception of pain and gives you a more positive mindset.  Making a switch from high-sugar processed foods to healthier organic whole foods can decrease many mental health symptoms such as stress and worry. Other people may be triggering some of your worrying. Maybe you have a friend who worries constantly about her children, and her negative thinking has rubbed off on you. Though you can still be friends with people like this, try to spend less alone time with them. If you normally go to lunch once a week, cut it back to once every two weeks. Another way to combat your worry is by talking to people who you trust and who you know have your best interests at heart. Other people can often serve as the voice of reason when you have worries that are unsubstantiated or uncontrollable. Talking to others may may help you realize that your worries may not be very rational, or are less troubling than you once thought. Let the person know that you want them to help you address the worry, not dwell on it with you. Work to incorporate more opportunities for spontaneity into your life.  If your friends ask to go out tonight, go with them rather than saying you need more time to prepare. Try to be okay with plans or experiences that happen on the fly. Try a new hobby or food.  Pick out one fear that you have and then try to conquer it.  For instance, perhaps you are afraid of heights.  Try going to an indoor skydiving area. It’s normal to feel and express worry. However, if the worry or fear becomes a constant reaction, it can have a negative impact on you emotionally, cognitively, and even physically.  If you're experiencing worry and it is affecting your entire body in the following ways, consider scheduling an appointment with a qualified therapist so that you can gain more control and get the help you need:  Inability to function and complete normal tasks throughout the day, due to decreased focus Experiencing panic attacks Insomnia Developing unhealthy eating habits Increased frequency of illnesses and fatigue, due to compromised immune system as a result of stress and worry Overall body and joint aches Increased blood pressure or other heart problems Increased use of alcohol and drugs Feelings of paranoia or suspiciousness of others or situations Feelings of depression and anxiousness Obsessive and compulsive thoughts

SUMMARY: Consider any possible solutions. Exercise and maintain a healthy diet. Spend less time with people who cause you stress. Confide in those you trust. Learn to accept uncertainty. See a therapist if worry is affecting you in extreme ways.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Slice the vanilla bean lengthwise with a thin knife, and take out the seeds. Then, combine them with 1/2 cup of sugar. Whisk together 1 1/2 cups of plain whole-milk yogurt, 2 1/2 cups of plain fat free Greek yogurt, and 3 tablespoon (44.4 ml) of honey together in a bowl until you've thoroughly combined the ingredients. Follow the instructions of the maker to do exactly what is needed to turn the frozen yogurt into ice cream. Place the ice cream in the freezer until it's frozen solid. Remove the ice cream from the freezer and top it with 1 diced kiwi and 1/2 cup of raspberries.

SUMMARY: Combine the seeds from the vanilla bean with the sugar. Whisk the yogurts, sugar, and honey in a bowl. Pour all of the ingredients in an ice cream maker. Freeze. Serve.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Everyone looks more Emo with bold eyeliner, applied thickly around the entire rim of your eye. Charcoal is traditional, but it’s alright to experiment with green or blue in the summer. Get an eyeliner that’s long-lasting, all-day, or waterproof to make sure it stays in place through summer showers, swimming, and sweat. Short shag and bobs are well within the Emo style-book. Fortunately, short ’dos also keep you cool in the summer. If you want your hair to say Emo regardless of what you’re wearing, try clipping some bangs. The most appropriate styles are blunt or shaggy bangs that graze your eyebrows or baby bangs for a short, blunt fringe. If you haven’t already, give this Emo look for your tresses a go. Jet black is the most traditional color, but contemporary Emo kids are expanding the style palate with bleached and rainbow-colored looks.  You don’t have to necessarily dye your entire mane. If you have light hair, try dark lowlights for an emo accent. If you have dark hair, accent it with bleached chunks or a two-toned look. Add drama with bold-colored streaks in pink, purple, or blue. The virtue of summer clothing is that it’s a great excuse to display any skin art you may have. Take advantage of the heat to exhibit the inked armband that would otherwise be hidden by long sleeves. If you have a tattoos on your calves, wear some shorts. If you have one on your chest, wear a v-neck.

SUMMARY:
Apply eyeliner. Keep your hair short. Get bangs. Dye your hair. Show off your tattoos.