Problem: Article: If you think you changed the default directory for MSN chat logs but simply cannot remember where, then not all hope is lost. You can search Windows for the chat files, contained in .xml files, but the process may be a bit tedious. XML (Extensible Markup Language) files are a format for text data. Like HTML, they can be read with a web browser, but the format is more flexible with how the data can be applied between applications. They can also be opened in a text editor, but the data will likely read more smoothly from a web browser. Go to Start > Search and enter the search term XML and begin the search. You get many results for XML files, but you can make things a little easier by the looking at the filepath for each listed result. Look for a filepath that seems like where you might have saved the chat logs. With a little luck and some persistence, you can find the chat logs you’re looking for!
Summary: Consider where you might have saved the chat logs. Search Windows for XML. Parse the results.

Problem: Article: Use these phrases to explain why you're approaching the person in need of sympathy, if you heard about the problem from someone else. If s/he started the conversation, respond by acknowledging the other person's feelings.  "I'm sorry to hear that." "I heard you were going through tough times." "That sounds painful." Some people respond to stress or grief by becoming busier. They may not take the time off to think about their emotional state. Make eye contact and use a phrase that makes it clear you're asking about his/her feelings, not day-to-day life:  "How are you feeling?" "How are you coping with everything?" Make it clear that you are on his/her side. Mention friends and family that may also be able to support him/her, reminding him/her that s/he has other people to turn to:  "You are in my thoughts." "I am here when you need me." "I'll be in touch later this week about helping out with _____." Avoid the very common "Let me know if there's anything I can do." This actually makes the person have to think of something for you, which they may not feel capable of doing at this time. Some people have trouble expressing emotions, or feel that they are experiencing the "wrong" emotions. Use these phrases to let them know it's okay:  "It's okay to cry if you need to." "I accept whatever you need to do right now." "It's normal to feel guilty." (or anger, or whichever emotion the other person just expressed)
Summary: Acknowledge the event or problem. Ask the person how they're coping. Express support. Let the person know that emotions are appropriate.

Problem: Article: Since you want to become well known, you are going to have to be dedicated to this. You have to practice to be a good writer. No one likes to read things with many grammar errors or typos, so make sure you proofread it before posting it.  Fact check and proofread for spelling and proper brand names. Use a program on your computer or online that will double-check your spelling and grammar as well.  If you’re launching your own beauty blog, have at least 3-5 posts completed that you are satisfied with before you launch so that you have good material to put up right away. Ideally, you will want to either purchase a good camera or arrange to collaborate with a photographer. However, when you’re just starting out, you can use the camera on your phone if you have one. You will want to have a video camera as well if you plan to create video blogs or tutorials. You will need a program for editing and sizing your images; for example, Adobe Photoshop. You will want to put a lot of images on your blog – the more, the better! Use your image editing program to size them down, and save them as internet-optimized so that they don’t bog down your hosting resources and page load time. Natural or studio lighting is preferable. Make or purchase a light tent with a minimum of three light sources. Consider using a tripod if you don’t have great lighting or a camera flash. If you don't have these things, a room with windows that provide a lot of natural light could also suffice, but you will have to take photos and/or videos during daylight hours. You probably need to buy some of the products you want to write about if you’re going to test and photograph them. When you’re first starting out, you won’t have the inventory and free product offers that established beauty bloggers do. However, you can acquire free samples to write about.  Visit beauty stores and department store counters. Try saying, “I’m starting a beauty blog and I was wondering if you have any free samples available that I can use.”  Purchase some products that you would like to have and use for yourself, which you can also blog about! Before purchasing anything, check with local beauty stores to see if they have a free samples incentive so that you can extend your purchase with additional new products for free. In order to have a unique appeal, you will need to have a distinct voice and point of view. You want to stand out from the crowd. In the same way that you talk differently from everyone else, your writing should be different from anyone else.  Make a list of characteristics that describe you as a blogger. For example, what are some aspects of your personality that you want to incorporate into the style of your blog? Refer back the list often, so that your brand remains consistent.  Reading and writing a lot will help you develop your own voice. Your voice and writing style will likely evolve and be refined as your blog progresses. Affiliate marketing is when you post actual advertisements for other companies on your website – for example, banner or text ads on the side bar or above/below your content. These companies may pay you per click, per impression (when the ad is displayed to users), or just for putting their ads somewhere on your site.  You can join an affiliate marketing network such as Clickbank, or become an affiliate for entities like eBay and Amazon. You can also sign up for the ad programs through a search engine, such as Google AdSense. In order to avoid ranking penalties from search engines, your site should clearly distinguish ads from the rest of the content on your site. For instance, the text should visibly indicate “Advertisement” and ads should not be disguised as articles or site navigation links. The original content of your site should be displayed more prominently than any ads, and the ads should not be overwhelming or overly distracting to users. If you can make a TV appearance or get published in a magazine, do it! You can even try guest blogging. Think of creative ways to spread the word about your blog. You may want to consider advertising your website on other sites through a program such as Google AdWords or Bing Ads.
Summary:
Write and check your work. Get a camera and proper lighting. Get a photo editing program. Get beauty products to write about. Find your voice. Learn about affiliate advertisements. Promote yourself.