INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Lay the gun on its side with the open wheel compartment pointed upwards. It will be easier to load if it’s not moving around constantly in your other hand. Press the roll onto the spokes of the wheel (or the round roller, if it’s a single-piece design) until it comes to a stop. Be sure to load the tape with the loose end on top so that the sticky side is facing down. When properly loaded, the wheel should hold the roll firmly in place, which will prevent it from wobbling while you’re using it. Rotate the tape roll until the loose end is hanging just under the roller at the front of the gun. You’ll need to thread the tape through this small opening to finish setting up the dispenser. As you pull back on the gun, the tape wheel will turn and feed the tape into the front roller, causing it to unwind as it sticks. Take hold of the tab at the end of the roll. Pull it down first, then out the front of the gun and up. The tape should rest flat against the roller with no folds or wrinkles.  Keep your hands clear of the blade while pulling the tape through. Some tape guns have a small lever near the handle that helps hold the tape in place. You may need to hold this lever down with your free hand until you’ve successfully loaded the dispenser. Continue stretching the tape until it’s level with the blade. Press the tape against the blade and rotate the gun downwards to remove the section of tape you’re holding. The dispenser will then be ready to use.  Be careful not to come into contact with the blade while shearing the tape. Test the dispenser on a disposable surface nearby, like a piece of scrap paper or unused cardboard box. The tension knob determines how easily the tape unwinds. If you want to tighten it, twisting it clockwise will add a little extra resistance. To loosen it, twist it counterclockwise and the wheel will rotate more quickly.  Perform a couple of trial runs with the gun to get it calibrated just the way you want it. Not all handheld dispensers come equipped with adjustable tension knobs. You may have to make do with the standard settings on inexpensive models.

SUMMARY: Set the tape gun on a flat surface. Slide a fresh roll of tape onto the tape wheel. Line the tape up with the roller. Guide the tape up and over the roller. Cut off the excess tape. Adjust the tension knob.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: What do you plan on using your boat for? Do you plan on fishing, sailing, cruising, tubing, or water skiing? The type of boat you buy will depend on your answer to those questions.  If you plan on using your boat primarily for fishing, look for a fishing boat. If you plan on hanging out at the lake, a pontoon boat is a good idea. If you will use your boat for water sports, a water ski or wake board boat is best. If you plan to go sailing, a sail boat is best. If you are a first time buyer, a boat between 22-24 feet is best. Larger boats are more expensive and more difficult to operate. In addition to knowing the activities you would like to use your boat for, you need to think about other lifestyle factors that will affect your purchase. These factors will influence the size of the boat you purchase, your budget for buying a boat, and other costs that will be associated with owning a boat. Ask yourself some of these questions:  Will you be the only person using the boat? Will you need space for your family and friends? How much can you spend on a boat and related expenses (e.g.maintenance, insurance, registration fees, safety courses, storage etc.)? Will you use your boat in lakes, rivers, or oceans? Will you use your boat year round or only during certain times of the year? Where will you keep your boat (e.g. at home, marina, etc.)? There are pros and cons for whichever route you choose to go. A new boat will be under a warranty and is in perfect condition. A used boat will be less expensive, but you may not have a warranty or any manufacturer support. You also will not know if your used boat has been in any accidents or if it has been well maintained throughout the years.  New boats are purchased through a dealer. You can purchase a used boat through a dealer, a broker, or a private individual. If you purchase a used boat, have it inspected by a certified marine surveyor.

SUMMARY: Determine what type of boat you want. Consider how the boat will fit in your lifestyle. Decide if you will purchase a new or used boat.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Inhibitions are feelings that make you self-conscious and unable to act in a relaxed and natural way. Perhaps you are shy, inexperienced, or fearful. In order to let go of what is holding you back you must feel safe with yourself, your surroundings, and the people around you.  Ask yourself why you want to be adventurous. What do you think it will provide to you? Do you want to be open to all possibilities? If so, you are correct. Conquering physical challenges requires you to overcome mental challenges as well. For example, if you train for and climb a mountain it will challenge your physical abilities and show you how physically and mentally strong you are. Do you think you have something to prove? Are you starved for attention? Why are you seeking a thrill? Do you think it will build your self-esteem? Do you just want to have more fun? Take a few minutes to answer these questions as it will help you craft a plan for action. If you haven't been adventurous to this point in your life, then fear has likely been holding you back. Identifying your fears might be simple, or it might take a bit more introspection (the process of directly attempting to access your own internal processes). Your feelings, thoughts, wishes, and fantasies cannot be seen, but they are very real.  Your fears might include public speaking, snakes, or high places. They may also include talking to strangers, being fired, or flunking a class. They may be rooted in a deeper fear of looking ignorant, being abandoned, or losing your sense of safety. Conquering fear leads to building trust in yourself, your thoughts and actions. You will learn that you can take care of yourself. For example, you may be too afraid to move out of your parent's house because you don't think you can do it. If you choose to be adventurous and move out and see that you can do it, you have conquered your fear. Use visualization techniques. Imagine yourself doing activities that challenge you to be adventurous and you coming out of it alive and healthy. These scenarios can be surfing, racing horses, exploring your musical talents or something smaller like asking an athlete for an autograph. Adventures can be big and small. You may be avoiding adventure due to a fear of uncertainty. You must tip the scales from certain toward uncertain to remove mental obstacles preventing you from being adventurous. For example, if you avoid or procrastinate participating in events because you don't know what is going to happen, then set up small excursions that slowly build a tolerance. Being adventurous entails feeling mentally free, open and willing to experience life. Opening your heart by being kind to yourself will help you build personal strengths.  If you need to feel safe before you are comfortable doing something new, use meditation and yoga to calm you and relieve stress. Once you establish a sense of safety and calm you will be more open to adventure. For example, you will go on vacation by yourself to Portugal despite not knowing any Portuguese. Give yourself a push toward feeling free. It can be helpful to say self-affirmations like, "Everything is going to be okay; I'm ready to get started; This change is going to be good for me!" Being vocal helps as well. Simply yelling at that moment works to expend the energy to move you forward. Take safety precautions. Being adventurous does not mean that you do things that are unsafe. Physically demanding adventures must include a deliberate evaluation of the dangers involved. For example, if you want to learn to race a boat, you must research the safety requirements. Consulting with a professional is advised.

SUMMARY:
Let go of what is holding you back. Address your fear. Muster your adventurous feelings.