Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Swaddle Try a baby swing. Take them for a ride. Put your baby on top of the washing machine or dryer. Turn on a loud home appliance. Jiggle the infant on your lap. Try a more calm and quiet approach if jiggling doesn't work.

Answer: your baby.  They may not like the process, but the results can be amazing.  Swaddling is believed to recreate the coziness of the womb, and may enhance the calming impact of other soothing steps. Once swaddled, turn baby on their side and gently jiggle them.  Shush them loudly — make sure they can hear you over their own screaming.  Think about how loud the vacuum cleaner is — that's the kind of volume it might take to get their attention. The recurring motion may soothe your shrieking baby and get them to stop crying, at least briefly. While it’s tempting to let a crying baby sleep anywhere they please, experts recommend not letting babies sleep in swings, carriers, car seats, etc. — try to get them to sleep in a safe, secure crib. Driving, strolling, or even carrying your baby around may provide some relief to both of you. Some people swear by car rides as a colic remedy — bundle the baby up, buckle them in, and within ten minutes in the car, their cries might be quieted.  Or, if you prefer fresh air and exercise, going for walks with a baby carriage can also work. If you have tasks or chores to do, try using a baby sling or carrier that holds the baby close to your body, yet leaves both hands free as you walk around the house. The vibrations can be calming to a baby. Secure the baby properly in a car seat or a baby bouncer. Do not ever leave your baby on a washing machine or dryer unattended. Try the vacuum cleaner. It sounds odd, but many parents swear it works.  Just set the baby in the bassinet or car seat and let them become fascinated by a sound louder than they're making.  Or, turn on a floor fan or window air conditioner. Make sure it’s an older, roaring type, not some new whisper-quiet model. You might also want to invest in a sound machine that mimics a mother's heart beat (or makes other white noise sounds). This can be a lifesaver for both parent and child. Lay the baby on their stomach across your knees — but remember to support the head at all times.  Jiggle your feet up and down and pat softly. This vibration can be very soothing. Instead of over-stimulating your baby's senses, see if reducing external stimulation works. Lie on your back in a quiet, dark place. Hold the baby firmly on your chest with their head over your heart. Raising your knees with your feet flat on a solid surface, rock yourself, calming the infant.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Wash your hair every other day. Shave patchy balding spots. Grow out your facial hair.

Answer: Natural oils and residue from styling products can weigh the hair down, causing it to look flat and lifeless. Regular rinses with shampoo will strip away this buildup and give thinning hair some much-needed lift. Start shampooing three to four times a week (about every other time you shower), assuming you don’t already, and finish with a blow dryer to give your hair an extra fluffy texture.   Choose shampoos and conditioners that are formulated to make hair more voluminous. You can also find shampoos and conditioners designed specifically for thinning hair.  Avoid oversaturating newly-washed hair with greasy products. These will reduce volume and leave it limp. No combover is going to cover a crown with an erratic balding pattern. Keep your hair short and neatly groomed to prevent pervasive hair loss from commanding too much notice. Use a razor to do away with stray tufts that stand out on darker colored hair.  Multiple small bald spots can be even more noticeable than one big one. If you’re balding all over, including the back and sides, you may have little choice but to opt for a short buzz or clean-shaven cut. A fashionable mustache, goatee or beard will call attention away from flagging head hair and instead complement your other features. This can suggest a graceful maturation in the way you present yourself. Well-kept facial hair also tends to make older men look more distinguished, showing that you take your appearance seriously.  Sprout a layer of thick stubble for youthful, rugged air, or play up your masculinity with a full beard.  Facial hair is always in style, and can stand on its own no matter how much (or little) hair you have on your head.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Separate yourself from the criticism. Hear the person out. Do better next time. Use the experience to grow.

Answer: Although your behavior is certainly a big part of who you are, it isn't everything and doesn't point to everything you're capable of doing. Think about great artists, athletes, musicians, and business people who started out small and may have been rejected at first. Your sense of self doesn't need to depend entirely on your current or past behavior. Instead of taking criticism as a personal attack on your worth as a person, think of it as localized to the particular action being discussed. If you're being criticized for writing a bad essay, consider the fact that with practice you could write a better essay. Accept the criticism without over-generalizing. Be generous about the other person's intent. They may actually want to offer constructive criticism and help you do a better job in the future. After hearing them out, you can assess whether their intentions are good or if they're simply attacking you. If it's an attack, you can simply disregard what they're saying.  Avoid taking "good" criticism personally. Receiving constructive criticism is actually an important part of learning how to improve your abilities. For example, if you are taking an English class and the teacher points our an error in your writing, thank her for her input, which will help you become a better writer. Research shows that the ability to be vulnerable is tied to being successful and happy. Being willing to listen to criticism is an important form of vulnerability. If the criticism is targeted toward a specific behavior and you do see room for improvement, be thankful for the attention brought to your performance, so that you can correct the mistake. Criticism can actually contain gifts that lead to a better version of yourself, even if the person's intentions aren't kind. Be patient with yourself. Self-improvement can be a powerful force in your life, but self-compassion is an essential component to positive growth. Practice makes perfect, so consider this experience an opportunity to hone your criticism-handling skills. Thank the person for giving you an occasion to practice the behaviors listed in this guide. Only thank the person if it's genuine! Sarcasm may feel satisfying in the moment, but it's a hostile mode of communication that's frequently perceived as negative and can create additional friction between you.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Show body language that's engaged. Walk tall. Make eye contact. Dress the part.

Answer:
Let's take Steve Jobs. A really powerful guy. Eloquent, charming, rich as hell. Now imagine him at a meeting where he's slumped over, ignoring everyone, and just playing on his iPhone, face adorned with a slight scowl. Not exactly a guy you'd peg for having presence, huh? So even if you are the one in the room with the most presence, you gotta show it. So spread out. The room is yours. Feel free to spread out her legs. People who are more confident are more comfortable taking up a bit more room. Put your arms on the table. Lean forward a bit, into the person who's talking to show you're engaged. Nod when it's clear they're trying to get a not-so-crystal point across. Look them in the eye. Be there in mind, spirit, and body. If you've never thought about your walk before, it's time to start. In fact, it's time to experiment! Your mind takes cues from your body, so you may even feel the confidence ooze through you when you walk more confidently. Go on, try it!  Walk back and forth across the room with your head held a bit above 90 degrees and your shoulders back. Walk at a moderate pace. How's it feel? Now walk back and forth across the room with your head down and your shoulders hunched over a bit. Walk slowly. At the end of your walk, hold that position. How do things feel different? A huge part in engaging with people, in showing them that you're listening because women hate being ignored and to show that you don't care, is eye contact. Plenty of nice guys don't get the girl because they can't look at her, plenty of salesmen don't make the sale because their sideways glances give them away, and plenty of people don't seem confident and put together because they're too afraid to make that connection. People see you regardless of whether or not you're looking at them, so why not look back? For the record, there's a huge difference between eye contact and staring. A good rule of thumb is to look at the person (and do blink!) while they're making a point. If you're responding, switch it up a little, or if the conversation is breezy or they're gesturing, give your eyeballs some literal wiggle room. Okay, so when it comes to presence, clothes don't make the man. That being said, having the right wardrobe is the first filter people put you through when they're taking you in. So while clothes won't give you presence, they'll get you through the door, where the presence is sitting in a bowl by the window. It's not about wearing brand names. It's not about suits and dresses. It's mostly about being put together and well-groomed. If you've showered, shaved, put on some deodorant, and dressed in decent clothes with the light on, you should be okay.