Becoming friends is a great solution in the long run, but a terrible subject to bring up during the breakup conversation. You both need time to heal, and you can't do that if you're hanging out or if he's constantly trying to turn that "friendship" back into dating. If he asks whether you can become friends, answer "Maybe later, but let's keep our distance for now." You can explore the possibility of a friendship once time has healed some wounds, perhaps after a couple months. For courtesy's sake, hold off on publicizing any dates you go on or relationships you start in the next few weeks. You don't need to keep them secret, but don't post photos on Facebook or other places where your ex will see them. It's common to have second thoughts and to miss your ex. Telling him about these doubts can cause a great deal of pain or resentment at being "jerked around." If you need to revisit your decision, give yourself plenty of time to think it over in private. Avoid telling your mutual friends about these doubts, as some of them may relay them on to your ex and tell him to contact you. You'll naturally want to vent about the experience, and you can do so in the company of a close, discreet friend. Never spread rumors about your ex or repeat about private conversations and secrets.

Summary: Don't promise a friendship. Stay conscious of your online messages. Keep doubts to yourself. Avoid gossip.


As soon as you notice the spill, treat it with cloth or paper towels. Blot the outside edge of the stain first and work towards the center. This will keep the stain from spreading and setting. Most dirt and food stains will come off with a basic washing. You may try wiping up the stain with lukewarm water or a mixture of water and a squeeze of a mild soap. Make sure the sponge or cloth is damp rather than soaked, then wipe it from side to side across the leather. A leather cleaner is a useful alternative. It will protect the leather and prevent the stain from setting. For stubborn marks, such as scuff marks or scratches, try acetone. Dampen a cotton ball or swab in nail polish remover. Rub the acetone into the mark with circular motions.

Summary: Wipe up as much of the spill as possible. Wash the stain with soap and water. Erase scuff marks with nail polish remover.


Start by vacuuming off the majority of the built up grime on both the cover and the fan. Then dip a rag, preferably a microfiber cloth, in soapy water and use it to wipe up the remaining dust. Be as thorough as you can, you will probably not do this again for a while. You can let the cover soak in a tub of hot soapy water, but the fan should be wiped by hand to avoid getting water on the motor assembly or plug. Use a crevice or brush attachment and vacuum off the inside of the exhaust pipe. If you can reach, also use your rag or cloth to wipe off what the vacuum could not get. This can be done later once the entire process is finished, but at some point you should go outside and find the exterior vent for your bathroom fan. Depending on where the bathroom is located, this vent will either be on the roof or the side of your house. Bring a damp rag to wipe off any dirt that has built up on the other end of your exhaust pipe. If your fan had an accessible plug, be careful not to get any water inside the outlet. Doing so could result in electrocution or short circuit the fan when you plug it back in.  Therefore, use a dry rag to wipe off the fan housing, then vacuum up any remaining dust or debris.

Summary: Clean the cover and fan. Vacuum the exhaust pipe. Vacuum the external exhaust port. Wipe and vacuum the fan housing.


If you are asked to give a presentation on a certain topic it is likely because you are knowledgeable about the material. If this is not the case, you need to make sure you fully understand the material inside and out prior to the presentation. The best presenters are those who understand the topic and are clearly passionate about the material they are presenting.  For example, if you are asked to present on ethics in business, for a university business class you are likely not an expert on the topic. However, you should still thoroughly research the topic and communicate to your classmates why this is an important topic. Keep in mind why you are presenting on the topic and what should be achieved at the end of the presentation. The most engaging presentations are easy for the audience to follow. Make sure that the material you are presenting is arranged in a logical order and flows between topics. This will help you maintain the attention of your audience. The audience should not struggle to follow the presentation because this will detract from the information being communicated. For example, if you are giving a presentation on how to engage with social media you should begin by outlining different social media platforms. Then explain how each one works, and then provide more detailed information concerning different types of posts, when to post, how to respond to comments etc. Some presentations will include complex concepts or key terms that require special attention. It is a good idea to isolate these terms and concepts and clearly explain them to the audience.  If you are teaching an undergraduate class in geography, for example, you may want to spend some time defining the difference between human geography and physical geography. Often these definitions will warrant their own slide if you are using visual aids. The most engaging presentations are always accompanied by some form of visual aid, usually a slideshow presentation. Slideshows allow you to provide graphs, charts, images, and text to accompany your oral presentation. Often these materials provide a fun way to enhance the learning experience for the audience. For example, if you are presenting financial reports to your coworkers a slideshow will allow you to include graphs and charts that can help the audience visualize the numbers you are explaining. Consider using one of these helpful tools:  Powerpoint Keynote Google Slides Zoho Show Prezi Audio and video material can also be included to make a presentation more dynamic and fun. When possible, include a video or audio clip from a relevant movie, television show, music video, or commercial. This will help to break up your presentation so that the audience does not become bored listening to your voice the entire time. Depending on the type of presentation, videos or music can be played before a presentation begins while people are still taking their seats.  If you are giving a lecture in history you may want to provide video footage of the event your are discussing, for example, the Vietnam War or Iron Curtain Speech. You could also use a recent clip from a television show to highlight a specific point you are trying to make in your presentation. Be creative.
Summary: Learn and understand the topic. Organize the material in a clear and logical manner. Clearly explain and define key concepts. Create interesting visual aids. Include audio and video material when possible.