Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Choose a time when you are not too sleepy. Eat a light meal 1-2 hours beforehand. Find a quiet place to practice the Best Me Technique. Make sure you will not be interrupted. Adopt a comfortable position. Breath steadily and deeply.

Answer: The goal is to withdraw from the world so that you can focus on the visualizing succeeding your goals. If you're too tired, you might just nod off instead. It can be hard to focus your mind if you are either hungry or too full. Eat enough to give you energy for meditation, but not so much that you are overfull. You want to find a space where no interruptions or sudden noises will pull you back to the world around you. A small, uncluttered space in your home is ideal. Turn off your cell phone or pager. If you have a land-line, turn off the ringer. Ask your family not to interrupt you during your session. Sitting is best, as lying down may cause you to fall asleep. To best enter a state of hypnosis:  Choose a comfortable position for your legs. A classic meditative position is to cross your legs, but you may prefer to kneel, lay your legs out straight, or sit in a chair. Just be sure it is a position you can hold comfortably. Keep your back straight. A straight back will help you to breathe deeply. Sit in a chair if you find it difficult to keep your back straight without one. Place your hands where they will not distract you. You can place your hands on your legs or put them together in a praying position, whichever works best for you. As you prepare to employ the Best Me technique, close your eyes and take a moment to simply breathe slowly in and out. Focus on your breathing and nothing else. This will help to clear you mind and prepare you to effectively enter a state of heightened concentration.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Understand what you want. Be clear about your expectations - to yourself and to others. Know what you have going for yourself. Become a thought editor. Show others respect.

Answer: Assertiveness can help promote greater self-esteem, but you will require some self-esteem to assert yourself in social situations. Assertiveness and self-esteem are both rooted in  knowing what you want. How do you want to be treated by others? How do you want to feel about yourself? What are you passionate about? What kind of people do you want to surround yourself with? What do you value in yourself and others? All of these questions can give you an idea of what you want. To start, get out a sheet of paper and list values that you admire in yourself and in others. These can include characteristics such as ambition, forgiveness, compassion, honesty, kindness, etc. Rank by order of importance which values you consider to be most significant. Your ranking response will guide you to answering many of the other questions. Once you understand what it is you want out of life, move in the direction of making those things happen. Stop accepting treatment from others that does not reflect your standards. Voice your wants by standing up for yourself when those basic desires are not met.  For example, if you have a partner who lies to you and this goes against your basic desire of having an open and honest relationship, you will need to assert yourself (i.e. speak up) with your partner and discuss these desires. If the person chooses not to respect your rights, then you might consider whether you want to continue the relationship. Avoid beating around the bush or expecting others to guess your needs. Voice your needs and desires in a straightforward and healthy way, demonstrating to others that these important standards and values are non-negotiable. "I expect to have a partner I can trust" or "I want to you to be honest with me always." A key aspect of building self-esteem is being aware of your strong suits. Make two lists: one for your achievements and one for all the things you admire about yourself. Enlist the help of a close friend or family member if you have trouble identifying some of the traits that make you a great person. Few people understand that one of the most powerful tools we have to manage our emotions and behaviors lies inside our own minds. What you say to yourself on a daily basis can determine whether you feel great or horrible about yourself. Learn to manage your self-talk by paying close attention to negative or unhelpful statements you say to yourself. Edit your negative thoughts into positive ones by finding evidence - or lack thereof - to support or deny these unhelpful thoughts.  For example, you find yourself saying "I will never get a raise. No one notices my performance." Can you really predict the future (i.e. that you will never get a raise)? How do you know that no one notices your performance? By asking questions you can prove that this thought is clearly irrational, since no one can predict the future. Bringing awareness to negative thoughts can minimize that inner critic that lowers your self-esteem. It's important to recognize that the word 'assertive' has a drastically different meaning than 'aggressive'. Aggressive is spouted over and over again in the business world as a positive attribute. Aggressive marketing, aggressive sales - these may be great in many aspects. However, an aggressive communicator attacks, belittles, disrespects, and violates the rights of others. Being assertive translates to respecting the opinions, time, and effort of others. Stand up for yourself, while also treating everyone else with positive regard. When you show others respect, you naturally become a more respectable person.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Heat the turducken drippings, butter, and flour in a saucepan. Stir in the whole milk and chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and let the gravy simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the gravy cool slightly.

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Pour the drippings from the bottom of the roasting pan into the saucepan. Then add 1 tablespoon (14.2 g) of butter and 1 tablespoon (8 g) of flour and turn the stove to medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly, making sure all of the ingredients are thoroughly combined.  If you're having trouble blending the flour into the liquid, use a whisk instead of a spoon to break up large chunks. For a smoother gravy, strain the turducken drippings before you add them. Place a colander over the top of the pan and pour the drippings through it to catch any large bits. Pour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of whole milk and 1⁄2 cup (120 ml) of chicken stock into the saucepan, continuing to whisk the liquids together as you do so. Turn the heat on the stove up to high until the contents of the pan begin to boil.  It may help to pour the liquids in gradually while you stir to make it easier to blend them. You can also substitute 1%, 2%, or skim milk for the whole milk. However, it will make your gravy thinner. Once your mixture begins boiling, turn the heat down to low or medium-low. Allow the gravy to simmer so that it thickens up to the right consistency, stirring it occasionally to prevent it from burning on the bottom of the pan.  If you prefer a thinner gravy, you can add more chicken stock after the 10 minutes are up. If you want a thicker gravy, whisk in a little more flour. Use a kitchen timer or the clock app on your phone to monitor the time. Add salt and pepper to taste if you'd like. Before serving, allow the gravy to cool off for about 5 minutes. Take it off of the stove while it cools so the gravy at the bottom of the pan doesn't scorch. If you aren't using the gravy immediately, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.