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People from the South are known for their slow drawl. They have a drawn out way of saying their words, especially their vowels. Part of sounding really Southern is matching the slow pace of southern speech. Another aspect of a Southern accent is mixing together some of your vowels. For example, “pen” and “pin” should sound the same, like a mixture between the two words. It’s the same with “tin” and “ten.” "Get" comes out "git," and "just" as "jist" or "jis" (almost drop the t). A Southern lilt involves drawing out vowels to the point where, sometimes, they sound like two syllables. For example, “bill” turns into “bee-hill” and “short” becomes “showat.” Practice using a lilt on Say your words as though there is no “g” at the end.  This is common to most Southern accents. For example, say “fixin’” instead of “fixing” and “fishin’” instead of “fishing.” You don’t have to do this with words like “thing” or “dog,” but words with an “ing” should lose their “g”s. “Fixin’” is also a word commonly used by people with Southern accents, when you’re trying to do something. As in, “I’m fixin’ to go fishin’ this afternoon!” Perfect a few phrases that you know you can say exactly correctly. Maybe they are phrases you learned from the book you read, ones you’ve copied from a movie you watched, or ones that you learned from a friend or family member from the South. Before you tackle the entire accent, work on these phrases. "Jist-a-minute" and "Jist a second" are common. Remember that many people speak with genuine Southern accents. A person who speaks with a Southern accent does not have the option to switch it off. If you imitate a Southern accent with the intent of poking fun at the speech pattern, you might offend or otherwise disrespect people who speak with Southern accents. Consider also that the Southern accent is sometimes associated with certain stereotypes and subcultures. This is perhaps most notable in a particular stereotype of Southerners as ignorant, uncultured, and poor. Ask yourself whether it is discriminatory to imitate a Southern accent in this context.

summary: Speak slowly. Mix your vowels. Speak with a lilt. Drop your “g”s. Perfect a few phrases first. Be considerate.


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Your body biologically needs around seven to nine hours of sleep on average in order to be fully rested. Without proper sleep, it will cause dark circles around your eyes that will make you look tired. Be sure to plan accordingly to that you can get the proper amount of sleep. Regular sleep deprivation will lead to premature aging over time. Make sure you get your rest. If you wake up with a dull, sunken complexion, drink a tall glass of water. Drinking plenty of water helps to naturally restore your skin’s moisture and natural glow. At the minimum, you should be drinking eight, 8oz. glasses of water a day. Dehydration starts on the inside with proper water intake and if you don’t get enough, your skin will look dull, patchy, and dry. Try keeping a large water bottle at your desk throughout the day and refilling it each time you’re done to encourage you to drink more. Water hydrates our organs and our brain, so we’ll not only feel more awake, but also look it. The sugars that are found in processed foods and candies cause many negative side effects for skin. Sugar causes inflammation which produces enzymes that break down collagen and elastin, resulting in sagging skin and wrinkles. It also causes acne breakouts and makes your skin age faster. Eyes are generally the first place to show signs of tiredness. Take preventive steps to keep your eyes healthy and clear, and avoid the itchy red eyes associated with sleep deprivation. If you wear contacts, make sure you clean and store your lenses properly to keep your eyes bright and white. Besides all of the negative health consequences such as cancer and gum disease, smoking takes a huge toll on your skin. It causes your skin to look mottled and even with premature fine lines and wrinkles. It also causes a leathery, rough skin texture because it dries out your skin and breaks down cells. Sunscreen helps to prevent facial brown spots, skin discolorations, the appearance of red veins and blotchiness. It also prevents the development of wrinkles and premature aging skin. By regularly using sunscreen, you can keep your skin looking young and healthy.

summary: Get a full night of rest. Drink tons of water for soft, hydrated skin. Minimize your sugar intake. Take care of your eyes. Do not smoke. Wear a moisturizer with added sunscreen everyday.


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When talking to a difficult person, stay calm and rational, avoid the temptation to try to win the argument, and don't be drawn into a battle you don't want to wage. You are much more likely to reach a satisfactory outcome if you can stay calm and rational. Think before reacting. Even if someone is extremely angry or rude to you, formulating a calm response is the best approach. It sets boundaries, and sends a message to them that they need to calm down. As previously mentioned, many people behave in a difficult way because they don't feel heard or understood. Just showing that you are listening to what they have to say can sometimes improve the situation.  It's a good idea to let the person know you recognize their feelings. Offer your perceptions of their feelings, and ask for feedback, saying something like "It sounds like you're very angry right now, and I'm sorry you feel that way." This shows your willingness to understand their perspective.  Ask what they are upset about. You can further show your willingness to empathize if you ask them to tell you about their feelings.  Acknowledge valid criticisms. If the person is being extremely critical of you, try to find a kernel of truth in what they are saying, and acknowledge the validity of the point, even if their criticism isn't entirely fair or accurate. This may reduce the person's sense that they are being challenged, even if you then go on to point out where they aren't being fair or accurate. When dealing with a difficult person, it is important to communicate in a clear and open way. Many conflicts arise from misunderstandings.  If you can, try to talk to the person face-to-face rather than via email or other technology. This reduces the risk of miscommunication and may foster more empathy.  If you must engage in a dispute with someone, bring written evidence for your perspective to the table, and try to steer the discussion toward fact-based argument rather than statements of opinion or emotion. Focus your conversation on the issue or problem you have to solve, rather than the person you are dealing with. This helps prevent the conversation from devolving into personal attacks and may lead to more rational thinking on the part of the difficult individual. This approach has the added benefit of projecting yourself as a problem-solver who really cares about the issue at hand and wants to change the situation for the better. Communicate in a way that allows you to express your views and ideas about the situation at hand in a clear way, but without silencing the other person or making them feel that you aren't listening or being rude.  Where possible, ask questions rather than making statements. Difficult people often have strong opinions. If you can lead them to see potential flaws in their reasoning without telling them they are wrong, you can often avoid unnecessary conflict.  For example, politely asking them "have you considered this problem?" might be more productive than saying "your way of thinking about this doesn't account for this issue." Use "I" statements. When you do make statements, make them about yourself rather than the person. This can diffuse the feeling that you are challenging or blaming them.  For example, saying, "I never received that email" is less provocative than "you never sent that email." Similarly, "I felt disrespected by that comment" could be less inflammatory than "you were very rude."
summary: Keep your cool. Acknowledge their feelings. Communicate clearly. Focus on the issue, not the person. Be assertive, but not aggressive.