Losing a best friend is painful. You’ll only make the whole process harder by denying your feelings. Acknowledge the disappointment and hurt you feel. Give yourself permission to grieve. Regularly tune in to how you’re feeling and express those feelings. If you need to cry, go for it. If you feel angry, find constructive ways to release that anger. You won’t be able to get through this situation on your own. You’ll need to lean on people who care about you and understand the impact of the loss. Have a conversation with your parents, siblings, or another friend (unconnected to your bestie). Try to open up about how you’re feeling and ask them for support. This may translate to having someone to listen to you or having someone who helps take your mind off things for a while. Writing about the loss can also help you move past it. Try journaling about the situation. Or pen a letter to your best friend, but don’t send it off. Use this as a way to get things off your chest, especially if you find it difficult to open up to other people in your life. When you are done, you might destroy the letter to symbolize it being in the past. If you have a bunch of your ex-best friend’s things, pack them up and return them. Try boxing up any mementos or gifts, particularly if they bring up negative emotions. You might unpack them later, but for now, putting them away may help you move forward. If you’d like support, ask your mom, sibling, or an unbiased third party to help you get rid of or store mementos.
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One-sentence summary -- Grieve the loss. Get support. Perform a closure ritual. Return or store mementos.

Q: Latex paint is the standard for home improvement projects. When you choose your bucket of white paint, pay attention to the label. There are two different types of latex paint for furniture: indoor and outdoor. Indoor latex paint is, naturally, for indoor furniture. Outdoor latex furniture is meant for outdoor furniture, and is sturdier against the elements. Keep your first layer thin, just like when you applied the primer. Try to paint one stroke at a time and make your strokes follow one direction. If you're using a roller, avoid moving it back and forth; this may create uneven areas in your paint layer. Afterwards, let the paint dry for 1 hour.  If you're using brand new brushes, wet them with clean water and shake them dry. This will make it easier to use them with latex paint.  If you notice drips in your paint job, you can scratch it off with a utility knife. Then add thin strokes of paint to cover the area. Doing this will get rid of dust or dripping. Sand each layer of paint after applying it and letting it dry. Work in gentle, circular motions. Working in multiple coats will help the paint to be as opaque as possible. It should take around 24 hours for your final paint layer to dry. Don't apply a new layer of paint until the first has dried. Work thin, just as you did with the primer. Use a soft paint brush to add the varnish, and work in unidirectional, long movements. Use fine sandpaper (100 to 180 grit) on the first layer of varnish before painting on the second. Let the paint and varnish dry for around 72 hours before you start putting the furniture back together. Slide the shelves or drawers back into place. Use a screwdriver to re-attach any hinges and knobs. Now you can use and enjoy your newly painted furniture!
A: Use latex paint. Apply the first coat of paint with a roller or synthetic brush. Sand the dried paint layer with fine (100 to 180 grit) sandpaper. Paint 3 or 4 layers to ensure an even job. Add 2 coats of varnish once the final paint layer has dried. Put your furniture back together. Finished!

Article: One of the best ways to get a free massage is to swap massages with a loved one. This will require both of you to learn proper massage techniques. Learning to massage each other will make massages available at home.  Giving each other a massage can be entertaining and enjoyable. You can buy books on how to give a great massage or you can borrow books from the library. You can also search on YouTube for massage techniques. Buy products needed to make the massage as enjoyable as you possible can. Your purchases may include massage oils and scented candles. To avoid spending money, you can also just use lotions and oils that you have at home. Create a relaxing atmosphere when conducting a massage. You can do this by dimming the lights and making sure the  temperature  is comfortable. Identify a friend who is interested in exchanging massages. Not everyone feels comfortable being massaged by a friend, so be sure that they do not feel pressured. Convince others to barter a massage by saying that it can be relaxing. It can also increase flexibility, reduce pain, improve concentration, and provide more restful sleep. Licensed Massage Therapists are people too. They are just as likely to barter a massage as everyone else. If they do not want a massage, find something else to barter. Consider artwork, babysitting, housecleaning, or landscaping. There was a time when massages were rarely, if ever, covered by health insurance. That is no longer the case. There are instances when a massage is covered, depending on the person's health condition. Some anxiety and stress related illnesses could benefit from a massage.  Consider a chiropractic massage. This may increase the chances of being covered by health insurance or by an employee benefit plan. It never hurts to ask.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Swap massages with a spouse or partner. Exchange massages with a friend. Promote the benefits of a massage. Barter with a Licensed Massage Therapist. Check your health insurance coverage.

Article: While you may know that becoming a cartoonist is your ultimate goal, consider specializing in broad areas, like Multimedia art and animation. Multi-media artists make a median salary of $61, 370 a year and often have more stable, full time work than freelance cartoonists. Multimedia art will give you valuable skills in computer programming and how to create graphics using different design software. You will get to build your storyboarding skills as your learn to create visuals for video games, films and other media. While your coursework will add significantly to your portfolio, continue to seek out freelance opportunities with other clients while you are in college. Look to your local newspapers or magazines to see if you can do any temporary projects with them.  Consider focusing on a specialization in cartoons. Do you want to write political cartoons, comic books or graphic novels? Do you want to draw animated cartoons for film and television? Try your hand at each of these categories to see which one you enjoy the most. Your college newspaper or art review will also be great sources to publish your work. Consider applying to join the editorial team on these publications. Apply for art prizes and competitions. These might be hosted by your school's art department, your local arts alliance or by a larger institution, like the National Endowment for the Arts. Gaining accolades while you are in college will help strengthen the worth of your portfolio. A cartoonist is often not just tasked with creating a drawing using pencil and paper. Often you will be required to learn other skills, especially if you want to illustrate for comic books or comic strips. Look into taking classes that specialize in some of the following skills or professional roles:  Pencil work Colorist Designing letter work for comic books Ink work Although you will produce many cartoons for class projects, you should also look into getting an internship with a reputable company in your field. This experience can be a launching point for your career in that field. Some excellent companies include:  DC Comics Marvel Comics Dark Horse Comics Walt Disney Imagineering Fisher-Price Research these companies to find out if they offer any internship opportunities during the summer or school year for students. You should generally plan to apply in the semester before you want to take the internship.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Take a variety of courses. Expand your portfolio. Learn important skills. Get a valuable internship or apprenticeship.