Write an article based on this "Start saying "yes" and stop with the excuses. Extend more invitations. Know that you can't change completely. Remember to recharge your batteries. Find your people. Grow from discomfort."
article: If you want to make a habit of coming out of your shell, then it's not just about mastering your social game in the moment. It's about making a habit of hanging out with people, attending new events, and keeping your social life active. You may say no to things because you're afraid of social situations, don't want to feel awkward if you don't know enough people at the event, or because you'd just rather hang out by yourself than with other people. Well, the excuses stop today.  The next time someone asks you to do something, ask yourself if you're just saying no out of fear or laziness, and not for a legitimate reason. If it’s fear keeping you in, say “no” to the fear and go out! You don't have to say yes to going to the "bug lover's" club of the random girl in your homeroom or to absolutely everything you're asked to do. Just make a goal of saying yes more often. You can do that. Part of coming out of your shell isn't just accepting to do what others want to do, but to start planning your own stuff, too. If you want to be known as a more social person, and one who is willing to put him or herself out there, then you should be the one to take the initiative some of the time. Even if you're just inviting people over to order pizza and watch Scandal, or asking a friend from class to go grab a cup of coffee, you'll be known as a person who has stuff going on.  Sure, that 'ol fear of rejection may be creeping up again. People may say no, but that'll be because they're busy, most likely. Plus, if you invite people to stuff, then they'll be more likely to invite you to do stuff. If you're an incredibly shy, introverted person, then yeah, it's unlikely that you'll be a big chatterbox after a month. Introverted people can't really become true extroverts, especially overnight, but they can certainly modify their behavior and attitude. Besides, you don't have to be a complete extrovert or to be the most outgoing person in the room to come out of your shell and emphasize your best qualities. That is, don't be frustrated if you can't get yourself to start dancing on tables and charming everyone in sight. You may not want that anyway. If you're the type who is a definite introvert, then you'll need time to recharge your batteries after a social interaction or just because. Classic extroverts gain their energy from other people, while introverts actually get drained from being around other people. And if your battery gets drained, then you need to refuel by giving yourself a few hours to be alone. Though you may be set on making your social calendar more packed, always remember to plug in some "me time," even if it feels inconvenient. Let's face it. At the end of the day, you may never be able to come out of your shell to a perfect stranger. However, as you get more comfortable with coming out of your shell, you can find the people who really get you and who really make you comfortable. Maybe it's just a group of your five close friends who really let you let loose, sing like an idiot, and dance to "The Macarena." But this core group can help you put yourself out there when it comes to the general public. Finding your people will help you feel more comfortable with yourself, gain confidence, and to come out of your shell in the long run. What could be better than that? If you have trouble coming out of your shell, then it may be because you tend to leave the room whenever you get uncomfortable. If you find yourself in a social situation where you don't know many people, don't have much to contribute to a situation, or just feel out of your element, then you may tend to leave, make an excuse for going home early, or just quietly back away from the scene. Well, no more walking away when the going gets tough -- instead, revel in your discomfort and you'll see that it's not as bad as you think. The more you make being out of your element a habit, the less you'll worry the next time it happens. Just take a deep breath, tell yourself it's not the end of the world, and find a way to make conversation -- or just to look like you're having a good time.

Write an article based on this "Layer your outfits to keep your stoma well hidden. Accessorize with scarves and jackets to hide your bag as it expands. Express yourself with a bold pair of shoes! Experiment with colorful and vibrant accessories."
article: Pair together lots of patterned tops and comfortable bottoms with loose cardigans layered over the outfit. Your stoma may be harder to hide as it fills. Wearing layered clothing and patterns helps to cover the area. Wear a thin belt over a top or dress, right under your bust. This will create just enough visual variation in the top half your outfit to help hide your ostomy bag. As you're out and about, you may encounter situations where you can't get to a bathroom right away but your bag is filling quickly. Wearing a scarf or light jacket will help to cover the area more easily, hiding swollen ostomy bags until you can take care of them. Wear a light cardigan or kimono jacket over a tank top and jeans for a fashionably concealing effect. While it may be harder to wear the clothes you used to enjoy, you can still indulge freely in any pair of shoes you like! Make your shoes the centerpiece of your outfit by picking gorgeous pairs you may not have thought to wear before. Experiment with different colors and types.  A fabulous pair of shoes will also deflect attention away from your waistline and your stoma.  Wear a pair of bright red boots to set off an all black outfit! Lace-up flats are a fun and flexible shoe style that are suitable for many different settings. Hair decorations, jewelry, ties, and other accessories are not only great ways to express your unique style, but can keep attention off your stoma. Play around with a variety of accessories until you find something you like.  Pair a dark-colored, casual dress with a bright red hat. Wear a bright, patterned necktie with a semi-formal or formal outfit.

Write an article based on this "Preheat the broiler. Cut each ear into four sections. Brush the corn with oil and sprinkle with seasonings. Broil for 6 to 10 minutes, flipping once. Enjoy."
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Turn on the broiler portion of your oven and allow it to preheat for at least 5 minutes.  If your broiler has high and low settings, switch it onto high. Note that some broilers only have on and off settings; in this case, the general on setting is fine. Make sure that the upper rack of the oven is about 6 inches (15 cm) away from the top heating element. Completely remove the husks and all visible threads from the ears of corn. Use a knife to chop each ear into four equal sections. Depending on the thickness of the corn, it may be possible to break the ears apart by hand instead of using a knife. Doing so will give you less control over the size of the sections, though, making it harder to keep the sections even. Arrange the corn cob sections on a large baking sheet covered with aluminum foil. Lightly brush each section with oil or melted butter, and sprinkle the corn with salt and pepper (if desired). Since olive oil has a higher smoking point than butter, it's usually the safer option for the broiler. Since the corn should cook quickly when sectioned, though, you should also be able to use butter without much trouble. Place the corn beneath the preheated broiler. Cook the cob sections for 3 to 5 minutes, or until some of the kernels begin to char, then flip them over to their other sides. Continue cooking until the other sides char, as well. Consider brushing the other sides with additional oil and butter before returning them to the broiler. Note that doing so may result in more splatter inside your oven, though. Remove the corn cob sections from the oven and let them cool slightly. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve the corn hot.