INPUT ARTICLE: Article: This might be the worst type of “compliment” there is. A backhanded compliment is one that sounds really nice at first, but then the real meaning of the statement hits. It’s a passive-aggressive way to really hurt a person’s feelings. It’s possible to deliver a backhanded compliment without even knowing you’re doing it.  For example, you might say something like, “Wow, I really like your hair today. What’s different?” By saying this, you’re implying that you don’t like the person’s hair very much on other days. Or you might say, “You’re amazing at baseball, for a girl.” Attaching a qualifier to the end of your compliment turns it into an insult. Yelling a “compliment” at someone walking down the street is actually highly insulting. The point of a compliment is to make someone feel good, and yelling about someone’s physical features is likely to do just the opposite. Even if some people say they like being cat called, not everyone does — not by a long shot. If you really want to make someone feel good, even a stranger, don’t yell something in passing. The same rules apply to giving compliments to a stranger and giving compliments to someone you know: you need to find something sincere to say and deliver your compliment respectfully. You probably already know what these are, and you’d probably never say them to someone. Even if you have a huge crush on someone and you want to ask her out — actually, especially if you want to ask someone out — don’t try to compliment someone on a sexual body part. It’s just rude, and in certain settings this type of comment can be construed as sexual harassment. Keep your compliments polite!

SUMMARY: Avoid backhanded compliments. Don’t mistake a cat call for a compliment. Avoid demeaning comments.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If local hospitals or community organizations are not actively advertising an event, check lists of national organizations or check museums, concert halls, schools, and conference centers for other events. Many organizations can benefit greatly by even small donations.  If you are unable to make a financial gift, consider donating your time as a volunteer or making a public appearance at a rally or event to show your support. Some organizations use ribbons, colors, silence, prayer, and other free activities to spread the word about mental health issues.

SUMMARY: Find an event in your area. Donate your time or money to an event.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: your high school diploma. Most tattoo licenses require that the applicant graduates from high school and is at least 18 years old. Take a variety of art classes while you're in high school, from two-dimensional drawing to graphic design, to improve your versatility as an artist and prepare for your tattooing career. If you can no longer attend high school and never graduated, get your GED instead. Although not required, some tattoo artists complete a degree in fine arts from an art school or university. Art degrees can improve your drawing skills and help you become a well-rounded artist, which may help you find more clients and better-paying jobs.  You can also take art classes from a community college as an alternative if you're not interested in getting a degree. Pair it with a business minor to prepare for working in a tattoo shop and gaining clients. Tattoo artists need to be skilled in drawing, particularly line art. Search for art classes offered by community centers, colleges, or people in your area and take a course from a teacher whose art style you admire.  You can also contact local tattoo artists to see if any of them offer art classes. If you're not as skilled in art when you begin, don't give up hope! Like all skills, art takes years of hard work and practice to perfect. Keep a sketchbook specifically for improving your art skills and draw in it during your free time. Draw anything from simple patterns to popular characters or celebrities to portraits, as the tattoos you draw as a professional may be varied in design.  Get several drawing books to help you learn new techniques and styles.  Draw potential tattoo designs in your sketchbook to develop your own personal style. Search for famous tattoo artists online and look to your favorites as inspiration. Popular tattoo artists include Mirko Sata, Chris Nunez, Miya Bailey, Gerhard Wiesbeck, Frank Carrilho, Rit Kit, and Stanisław Wilczynski.

SUMMARY: Finish Earn a post-secondary art degree for better job opportunities. Take drawing classes to improve your artistic skill. Practice drawing on your own.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can find liquid glycerin at your local drugstore or pharmacy. Dab it onto the stained garment so the entire stain is covered, and let it set. Mix the detergent and water together in the bowl. Gently rub the surface of the stain using the cotton swab to help the detergent mixture lather. Check to see if the stain is gone after the garment is finished washing. If the stain is still there, repeat the process.

SUMMARY:
Get a bottle of pure, liquid glycerin. Apply the glycerin to the ink stain using a cotton swab. Add a few drops of laundry detergent to a bowl of water. Apply the detergent mixture to the stain using a cotton swab. Machine wash the stained garment with cold water.