In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Now that you've designed a distinctive alter ego, it's time to walk a mile in their shoes! Practice speaking, acting, and/or writing like your character. Scrutinize your actions and your "voice" - for instance, think about whether your character would walk or talk in a certain way based on their backstory and personality. Gather materials or clothing and make a costume for your alter ego (thrift stores can be a good choice for their low prices and out-of-style clothing).  Only you can decide how far to take your alter ego - with luck, your character may even become more well-known than you! Consider showing your character off at the next costume party or fan convention you attend! Your alter ego will seem more "real" and authentic if you commit to your performance. If you flip-flop between your new identity and your old one, people will see you as a person in a costume, not as an entirely new person. Resist any urges to act like you normally do. This is easier to do if you get in character hours (or even days) before you need to - simply hang around the house or running errands in-character as your alter ego. You'll ease into your new character as you complete simple tasks. More difficult performances will, in turn, feel more natural. Try modifying your daily habits and routines to match your alter ego's. If your character grooms him or herself differently than you do, for instance, make these changes in your own life.  Respected method actors like Daniel Day Lewis are famous for adopting the habits of their character. To prepare for his role in  The Age of Innocence,  Lewis bathed himself in cologne and donned 1870s clothing as he ran his daily errands! Hundreds of figures throughout history have adopted alter egos. If you're lacking for inspiration, look to history books for plenty of examples of how to immerse yourself in your new identity. Many alter egos, like musician David Bowie's famous "Ziggy Stardust" character, have become cultural touchstones for music, fashion, and other forms of art. Others, like actor Sacha Baron Cohen's characters (Borat, Bruno, etc.) have eclipsed their creator in terms of fame and recognition. Understand your historical context - your alter ego is, knowingly or unknowingly, probably influenced by past alter egos.  Feel free to pay loving homage to past alter egos through small references, details, etc., but, as with any work of art, don't plagiarize wholesale from other peoples' creations. It's also useful to look for examples of alter egos that didn't work out. For instance, 90's country star Garth Brooks was widely ridiculed for his darker "Chris Gaines" persona. His alter ego's serious, angsty alt-rock image appeared ridiculous and forced in comparison to his relatively earnest country work up to that point. Try to compile lists of what, historically, has and hasn't worked in terms of alter egos in your field - writing, music, etc.
Summary: Put your alter ego into practice. Stay in character. Seek inspiration from famous alter egos.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: While this heats up, mince the garlic and chop up onions and mushrooms, if desired. The garlic should be slightly golden. Add the mushrooms and onions as well, along with an extra 1/2 tablespoon of butter. Stir everything well with a whisk or wooden spoon. Raise the heat and quickly bring the sauce to a boil so that many bubbles are reaching the surface and popping. Do not let the sauce keep boiling -- you only need it to reach this temperature quickly. Stir the flour in quickly after lowering the heat. The sauce should be simmering, with a few bubbles breaking on the surface. You can simmer the sauce for as long as you want before serving. The longer you leave it on, the thicker and richer it will be. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can add hot broth to thin it out without sacrificing flavor. White wine sauce pairs well with chicken and shellfish in particular. Some recipes to try include:  Shrimp, cracked red or cayenne pepper, sauteed onions and bell pepper Chicken, broccoli, and peas Chicken, mushrooms and onions. Sauteed carrots, onions, and zucchini, lemon, cracked black pepper.
Summary: Heat up the oil or butter in a saucepan on medium heat. Cook the garlic in the hot oil for 1-2 minutes. Add the white wine, whipping cream, salt, pepper, and seasoning. Bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium and whisk in the flour. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened. Use the sauce over pasta dishes.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you usually smoke traditional cigarettes, you may be used to taking quick, short drags and smoking several cigarettes at a time or chain smoking. When smoking an e-cigarette, it is important that you learn how to take long and slow draws until the vapor fills your mouth. You should also avoid chain smoking an e-cigarette. Only take about three to seven draws at a time and take a break. This will allow a few minutes for the e-cigarette to cool and to give your throat a rest.  Smoking too much of the e-cigarette at a time or smoking the e-cigarette for too long can lead to throat irritation and soreness as well as taste bud burnout, also known as “vaper’s tongue”. Give your throat and mouth a rest between e-cigarette sessions so you do not develop any irritation or numbness after smoking. To warm up the e-cigarette, you can start by doing a primer puff. This is a quick inhale into the mouth of the e-cigarette to heat up the coil. You should not pull any vapor out of the e-cigarette, just get the e-cigarette primed for your first draw. When you inhale, take a slow and steady draw until the vapor fills your mouth. Do not draw the vapor into your lungs, or swallow the vapor until the vapor has first filled your mouth. Once you have held the vapor in your mouth for three to five seconds, you can then inhale it into your lungs. Then, exhale it slowly out of your nose or mouth.  Unlike traditional cigarettes, you can absorb the nicotine from the e-cigarette into your body through the mucus membranes in your mouth, as well as your lungs and nose. When smoking traditional cigarettes, you usually wait about eight seconds for the “hit” of nicotine. With e-cigarettes, nicotine absorption occurs more slowly through your mucus membranes and can take up to 30 seconds to “hit” you. Though you may need to get used to waiting a bit longer for your nicotine fix, it is easy to get used to after using the e-cigarette a few times.   Some smokers crave a distinct hit of nicotine to the back of their throat and may feel that e-cigarettes do not provide a strong enough throat hit. Often the longer you drag on the e-cigarette, and the more vapor produced in your mouth, the stronger the throat hit will be. The flavoring in the e-liquid can also affect the amount of vapor produced. You may want to switch to a more tobacco-based flavor if you are seeking a stronger throat hit with your e-cigarette. As well, you may want to try an e-liquid with higher nicotine level for a more distinct throat hit. Keep in mind a higher nicotine level can lead to prolonged smoking and health issues like cancer and respiratory disease.
Summary:
Be aware of the difference between smoking a cigarette and smoking an e-cigarette. Do a “primer puff”. Draw slowly and steadily on the e-cigarette. Hold the vapor for three to five seconds. Wait at least 30 seconds to feel the effects of the nicotine.