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Look for medium-sized rocks that appear to be more round than surrounding rocks. Geodes look a lot like normal rocks but can sometimes have an egg-like shape that distinguishes them. Sharp, pointy rocks rarely contain geodes. Look for rocks that have a unique, bumpy texture on the exterior. Geodes are rarely perfectly smooth.  The texture of a geode’s exterior may have a cauliflower-like appearance. Inspect the surface for any signs of minerals inside. Sometimes traces of the inside crystals are visible on the surface. Pick up the rock and assess its weight. If the rock feels lighter than that surrounding rocks, it may be a geode. Geodes have a hollow space inside, which is what allows the crystals to form. You can also shake the rock next to your ear to test whether it is hollow. You may hear small pieces of rock or crystal rattling around inside if it is hollow.

summary: Look for round rocks. Check the surface for bumps. Test whether the rock has a hollow interior.


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Downplaying your successes and maintaining an even perspective in the world will keep you happy, humble, and will earn respect from people. Let your actions speak for themselves and let people come to their own conclusions about your skills and talents. Don't trumpet your own horn, let other people trumpet it for you. Remind yourself that actions speak louder than words. You won't need to play up your abilities if you show them through your actions. For example, a person who fixes people's computers doesn't have to tell everyone that they have excellent computer skills. Everyone's got an opinion about everything, but that doesn't mean you've always got to share it. Sit back and let other people talk while you listen sometimes, especially if your tendency is to chatter. Take in the perspectives and offer yours if you have anything to add to the discussion. If you don't, keep quiet.  Sitting back and letting other people talk will also give you a leg up by allowing them to reveal themselves to you, giving you the opportunity to understand them and relate to them a little better. If you're a quiet person, learn to speak out when you've got something to add. Don't let humility and a desire to be a stony stoic get in the way of you sharing your perspective. People won't respect you for that. Just as you wouldn't say one thing and do another if you want to earn people's respect, you've got to be consistent in your actions. Finish what you start. We all screw up sometimes. If you do, own up to it and maintain the respect that you've cultivated for yourself.  If you can do something by yourself, don't ask for help. On the other hand, you should ask for help when you really need it. This shows people that you're humble and know your limits. It also shows that you're open to being vulnerable with others. This will gain people's respect. Nobody will respect a doormat. If you don't want to do something, say so. If you've got a dissenting opinion and know in your heart that you're right, say so. Being assertive in a polite, courteous, and respectful way will earn respect from people even while you're disagreeing with them. There is a popular proverb: "Respect yourself, then you will be respected". If you wish to earn respect of people, you should respect yourself first for whatever you are. You need to assess yourself and feel good about things that make you a better person. Charity begins at home.

summary: Be humble. Talk less. Take responsibility for your actions. Assert yourself. Respect yourself.


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If you have a table, dresser, or desk that you don’t want anymore, take it out of your room. Quickly look around for any other obvious objects that don’t belong or that you no longer want.  Your bedroom should be a place focused on sleeping. Too much extra stuff in it can not only make it more cramped and cluttered, but also affect how well you sleep. Removing extra furniture and items will also help you focus on the things you need to clean and organize. You should have 3 sorting categories: throw away, keep, and donate. Grab your cleaning supplies as well so you have everything nearby.  Depending on how dirty your room is, you may need 1 to 3 trash bags. You should have a duster and wipes no matter what. Use a vacuum if you have carpet, and a mop and/or wet Swiffer if you have hardwood. If you have a mirror, get some glass cleaner and old rags. Listen to your favorite music that you can sing along with and/or dance along to while you work. Listening to your favorite music will help keep you focused and make cleaning and organizing more enjoyable. For example, you can cha cha across the room to pick something up or slide around in your socks. Pick up everything off of your floor that doesn’t belong there. This means anything that isn’t a piece of furniture or decoration.  Gather your dirty clothes into your hamper and then, before you continue to clean, throw your dirty clothes in the wash. Also, throw your sheets, linens, and bath towels in the laundry. If you don’t have a hamper, you can use a trash bag to transport your clothes. Once you’ve picked up loose clothes and obvious trash, move everything else into a central location. This will help you focus on the next task of getting rid of junk. Gathering everything in one spot will give you a clear idea of how much you have and allow you to start getting rid of things you don’t need. Make separate piles for trash, donating, and stuff that you use or that you want to keep. It’s a good idea to get 3 bins or bags to sort your items.  Throw all your trash in one bag. You may have to throw things away that aren’t needed, but can’t be donated either. Be honest with yourself and think about the last time you used something. If it’s been longer than 6 months, you probably don’t need it. Throw all your charity items in another bag. Make sure whatever you donate is in good condition. Aim to only need one bin, tote, or container to keep everything that you want but don’t need out. This will help you stay organized. Put everything you want to keep (toys, stuffed animals, etc.) in a storage bin and put it in your basement, under your bed, or in a closet. Now it’s time to clean your cleared off surfaces. Dust first and wipe off every surface, then sweep, vacuum, and mop. Always start with higher surfaces and work your way down so that you don’t knock dirt onto a surface you’ve already cleaned.  Dusting with a dust rag or dust wipes will pick up most of the dust from your surfaces, but will also cause some to flutter down to the floor. Don’t forget your ceiling fan and lamps. Sweep next to remove any fallen dust and get any dirt off the floor. Make sure to get every corner and under all your furniture, especially your bed. Once you’ve swept away the cobwebs, vacuum to pick up anything else, and then mop the area to really clean it. ed every day. Making your bed takes less than a minute and can be the final touch that makes your bedroom look amazing. Making your bed also builds good habits and will make you want to keep a clean room.
summary: Remove unnecessary items from your room. Get trash bags or sorting containers, and your cleaning supplies. Turn on some music. Pick up any clothes and other items from the floor. Gather everything else into the middle of your room. Use a sorting system. Use one storage device for everything you want to keep but have out of sight. Dust, sweep, vacuum, and mop your surfaces and floor.  every day.