INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This does not mean being unrealistic, or saying you're going to go professional within a year. Instead, you should take a look at what you are, and figure out where you think you would like to be. Give yourself a suitable amount of time to achieve that goal, and break it down into smaller parts if the goal is especially big.  For example, if you do want to go professional, take a look at what the requirements are, and work your way up to each one. You may have to go semi-pro first. Rather than focusing on the big picture, focus on the smaller one instead. For example, you could focus on your technique. Being good at sports means more than physical strength and speed. In order to be truly great, you need to apply that positive attitude to the way you treat other players, even if they're on the other team. If you lose a match, accept the loss and show respect to the other player for their victory.  If you set an example of good sportsmanship, you'll receive the same respect in turn when you win. Treat loss as a learning experience. Figure out what you did wrong, then try to improve it for the next game. No matter what you do, skills are often slow to build. If you're not patient, you will try to leap into more advanced techniques long before you're ready. Your motivation will sap away when you don't see improvement immediately. Keep the long-term goal in mind, and hang tight in the meantime while you make it a reality. Remember: there is always going to be someone who can do it better than you, at least at first. Impatient athletes tend to make poor ones. When you play sports, you will inevitably receive criticism. Whether from a coach, other players, or spectators, you need to take most of it with a grain of salt. Are they angry because you missed a pass, or do they sincerely want to help you improve? Learn to distinguish the constructive criticism from the hurtful remarks. In a lot of cases, you can use criticism as motivation to get better in whatever area they bring up.  Don't let yourself get defensive. Your thinking becomes more limited if you allow yourself to become emotional against criticism. Keep your ego under control. Even if you think you are the best, be open to constructive criticism. One of the biggest reasons people join sports teams in the first place is to make friends with new people. If you join a team, you're bound to run into a lot of people. Chances are you'll develop friendships with at least some of them. Making these friendships a priority is a good move if you want to become great at sports. You can practice together on your own time. The morale boost of playing with friends helps as well. Team sports like soccer can have some skills practiced in solitude, but for others (like goalkeeping and passing) another person is needed. It's helpful to have this other person as a friend. It'll make the practice process more enjoyable in the long term. It's possible to get so obsessed with being good at something that you lose track of why you want to be good in the first place. Not taking the time to enjoy the sport you play results in a fast burnout. Whether you're practicing or playing a competition, try to remember the other reasons why you play sports. For example, this may include the natural satisfaction you get from exercise, or simply the quality time spent with friends.

SUMMARY: Set ambitious but realistic goals for yourself. Be a good sport. Be patient. Accept criticism. Nurture friendships with other players. Let yourself have fun.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One symptom of Lyme disease is a rash, called erythema migrans. This rash starts at one point and expands out, sort of like a bull's eye. It may appear as soon as 3 days after being bitten, but it could take up to 30 days. It will likely start around your bite, but as the disease progresses, you'll see it on other parts of your body. One of the issues with diagnosing Lyme disease is the symptoms are similar to many other diseases. Mainly, they are similar to flu-like symptoms, such as chills and fever. You might also feel achy or have a headache. You may feel lightheaded or dizzy. Sometimes these symptoms are accompanied by nausea and vomiting. You may notice your joints are achy, and they may swell as well. Usually, this symptom will appear in your larger joints, such as your knees and elbows. Also, you may have a stiff neck. You may also have shooting pains in your body. Complications of Lyme disease can lead to heart issues. You may notice shortness of breath, as well as heart palpitations. These symptoms may be accompanied by chest pain. Another symptom of Lyme disease is partial face paralysis. This symptom is neurological in nature. Other neurological symptoms include meningitis (brain swelling), as well as numbness in your arms and legs. The main symptoms of meningitis are fever, low energy, and loss of appetite, though you may also have light sensitivity, a stiff neck, and a headache.

SUMMARY:
Check for a rash. Look for flu-like symptoms. Pay attention to joint pain. Notice heart issues. Watch for facial paralysis.