If people think you're fake and only care about keeping up an image, they won't like you. It's okay to want to look good, because no matter what, people are going to judge you for it. But don't think you have to buy a certain style of clothing to be popular. People like you a lot more when you have your own unique style. Forget the standards, start setting your own! Begin to save up starcoins. You'll need the currency to be able to buy the gear you need, in order to help boost your popularity. Don't be afraid to leave your comfort zone when searching for items to purchase. Decide what you want to buy, then save up for it (put it on your wishlist so you won't lose it!).

Summary: Don't become a robot of yourself.


Take it one second, one minute, one hour, and one day at a time. Easy does it. Addiction recovery is a marathon, not a sprint. Alcoholism is a chronic disorder with a danger of relapse. In case you feel the urge to buy something that feeds your drinking problem, put a "no relapse" reminder note in your wallet so you will see it whenever you dig in there to get money. Remember that you are in control. The more confident you are in your ability to abstain and recover, the more likely you are to succeed. Understanding your role in your own behavior can help you stop making excuses and increase your self-confidence. Internal locus of control is the extent to which you assume responsibility for your actions and believe you can control your life. Having an internal locus of control better focuses you for future success. If you are not immediately successful, keep trying. You can find a way to make this work for you. It can take a long time to successfully recover from alcohol abuse.  It may encourage you to know that about a third of people who are treated for alcohol abuse problems show no further symptoms one year later.  Try visualization. A very successful technique in facing fears and overcoming challenges, visualization involves sitting quietly and focusing mentally on what you hope to achieve, watching the scene of you succeeding playing out in your mind. Recite positive affirmations to yourself. These little mantras, such as “I am taking back control of my life and my health” and “I will succeed in my effort to get sober,” help you focus on what is positive about what you’re doing and reaffirm that you’re making the right choice.

Summary: Take it slowly. Be confident. Don’t give up.


If you can catch a spill before it soaks in, you may be able to prevent a stain. A quick wipe with a paper towel or cloth will take care of most small spills.  Don't rub the spill into the fabric; dab it lightly so it won't soak in. Sprinkle baking soda over larger spills. When it dries, run a vacuum over it. Choose a spot on the bottom or back of your furniture; you never know if a stain-removal method might damage or cause discoloration to your fabric. Soak a cloth or piece of cotton in rubbing alcohol and gently rub the stain until it is removed.  Hand wipes containing alcohol are useful for this purpose. You can also use vodka if you don't have rubbing alcohol in the house. Just be sure not to use a liquid that isn't clear. Wet a cloth with vinegar and rub the stain until it is removed. To prevent the vinegar smell from lingering, wash the microsuede with water or solvent-based solution, whichever your microsuede requires, after applying the vinegar. Use a concentrated amount of the cleaning solution approved by your microsuede manufacturer. Spray the stained area liberally and scrub with a brush until the stain is removed.

Summary: Wipe up spills right away. Do a spot test before applying solution for stains. Use alcohol for stubborn stains. Try vinegar on oil stains. Scrub when all else fails.


One of the toughest things for people to understand after losing a dog is that a new dog is not, and should not be looked at, as a replacement for your old dog.  Nothing will every replace your old dog.  Your new dog will have a different personality and quirks, and you will need to build a whole new relationship with it. It can help to get a different breed or a different sex when selecting a new dog.  This can help you not to make comparisons between your old dog and new dog. Depending on how long you had your previous dog, your living situation might have changed significantly since you first got it.  When deciding what type of dog to get, consider your new situation.  This can affect such things as whether you want a big dog or little one, a puppy or a mature dog, or a long-haired or short-haired one.  Ask yourself some of the following questions to help you decide which type of dog will best suit your new needs and lifestyle:  Are you living in an apartment or a home with a backyard? If you work full-time, is there anyone who can help you with training your new dog? What type of climate do you live in? How much time and energy are you willing and able to put into taking care of a new dog? Your health may have changed since you adopted your last dog as well.  You must also take this into consideration when you’re trying to figure out what kind of dog to get.  Larger breeds will need more physical activity than smaller breeds.  Different breeds have different energy levels as well.  Choose a dog that will be compatible with your current abilities. Taking into consideration your current situation, list all the qualities you want in your new dog, starting with the most important at the top.  This will make it easier to focus on the qualities that are most important when you’re picking out your new dog.
Summary: Understand your new dog is not a replacement. Think about your current living situation. Evaluate your physical capabilities. Make a list of qualities you want in a dog.