In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: If you feel you still need help becoming assertive, it can help to see a professional. Counselors and psychologists have education and training specifically in helping people communicate in healthy and meaningful ways. Many universities offer assertiveness training to the students.  This will help you practice assertiveness techniques while helping you discuss different situations where you feel you need help in being assertive, as well as help in controlling your stress as you navigate different situations. Asserting yourself takes practice and time. Ask a friend to help you practice your communication skills in various scenarios. The more you face situations that demand assertiveness, even when they are mock situations, the more confident you will become.
Summary: Visit a counselor or psychologist. Try assertiveness training. Practice with a trusted friend.

Google DNS at 8.8.4.4.or 8.8.8.8 OpenDNS at 208.67.222.222 and 208.67.220.220 .   While this might be the best option, it isn't for the technologically timid.
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One-sentence summary -- Open the configuration panel where you can change your DNS servers. Pick from the public DNS servers listed below. Change your primary and secondary DNS servers to the addresses in the previous step. Apply changes and test. Alternatively, you could try running your own DNS server.

Q: Many travelers experience jet lag after traveling, especially if the trip crossed one or more time zones. Jet lag can affect your ability to sleep on a normal schedule, and that lack of sleep quality and/or quantity could contribute to feeling disoriented and depressed that your vacation is over.  Get yourself re-acclimated to your home time zone by getting up and going to bed several hours earlier or later (depending on which way you're traveling) for several days before you plan on returning. Try to stick to your usual sleep schedule from home while on vacation, if at all possible. Staying on schedule can help make the transition back to your normal life a little easier. Avoid all alcohol and caffeine for at least three to four hours before you plan on going to bed. Having a workout routine that you stick to while you're traveling can help keep you in shape and reduce stress and fatigue. If you continue that workout regimen after you return from your trip your body will have a sense of physical stability. Exercise also releases endorphins, which can help fight depression as well.  Exercising while you travel may seem daunting, but with a little planning it can be very easy to accommodate. Pack a pair of athletic shoes and some workout clothes, or put on your swimsuit and swim laps in the pool. The hardest thing to adjust to when coming back from a trip is returning to your normal work/school schedule. However, if you give yourself a day or two to acclimate back to your normal routine, you can make that transition much easier.  Even if you haven't crossed any time zones, it can be difficult to adjust to your day-to-day routine after the fun and spontaneity of a vacation. If at all possible, try to return to work on a Tuesday. That way you'll skip the hectic nature of a Monday workday and you'll only have a four-day week to return to. If you plan on resuming work on a Tuesday, make sure you return home on Saturday or Sunday at the latest.
A: Adjust your sleep schedule ahead of time. Exercise while you're on vacation. Schedule your return trip with a few days to acclimate.

Problem: Article: You can work on hydrating and protecting your hair even before you get out of the shower! Frizz-preventing shampoos help keep your hair smooth and tame before frizz strikes. When you wash your hair, apply shampoo directly to your roots, and massage the shampoo through your scalp. Then, work the shampoo down the ends of your hair. For best results, rinse your hair with cool water.  In addition, many beauty supply stores and drugstores sell shampoo particularly for dry or damaged hair. You can use this as well as frizz-preventing products. Rinsing your hair in cool water helps seal the cuticles of your hair, preventing frizz from popping up. It's okay to shampoo in warm water, as long as you rinse with cool water. Use shampoos with natural oils like Moroccan or argan oil for best results. Luckily, there are countless conditioners on the market to help repair damaged hair. Purchase one from a drugstore or beauty supply store, and apply it to your hair after you shampoo it. Apply your conditioner liberally to all of your hair. It is best to let the conditioner sit on your hair for 2-5 minutes while you shower. When shopping for conditioners, look for products advertised as moisturizing, strengthening, restorative, or made for dry or damaged hair. While your hair is still saturated in conditioner, comb your hair from root to tip. Your hair is more elastic when wet, and the conditioner helps the comb glide through your hair and untangle any knots. This also results in less hair breakage than brushing your hair when it is dry.  This is especially beneficial for curly or textured hair. In addition, brushing your hair in the shower helps prevent frizz. You can purchase a deep conditioner or reparative mask from a beauty supply store. After you rinse out your conditioner, you can apply deep conditioner generously from the roots of your hair to the tips. Be sure to thoroughly cover the ends of your hair to help repair any damages. Leave the conditioner on for 5-30 minutes, depending on the instructions on the label.  Each type of conditioner or mask has different time recommendations regarding how long to let the product sit on your hair. You can leave the product on your hair when you finish washing, or you can get out of the shower, let the product sit, then rinse it out in the sink. If you decide to let it sit, you can wear a shower cap over your head. Look for products using natural ingredients, like coconut oil or jojoba oil. These naturally replenish your hair’s nutrient level, while making your hair smooth and soft! Leave-in conditioner is helpful for all hair types, especially if your hair is damaged. Squeeze a hefty dollop of conditioner into your palm, and rub it in both hands. Then, run both of your hands through your hair so all of your hair is completely saturated. In particular, make sure the ends of your hair are well covered. Leave-in conditioner helps strengthen, soften, and detangle your hair. Alternatively, some leave-in conditioners come in spray varieties. To apply, simply spray it through your hair and run your fingers through your hair to check if you missed a spot. It is best to completely saturate your hair. Heat-protectant products have ingredients that reduce the damage caused from using styling tools requiring heat. To use, you can either spray the product directly onto your hair, or squeeze out a quarter-sized dollop onto your palms, rub it in both hands, and run your hands through all of your hair. Apply this product after you deep condition your hair when it is still wet.  Apply this before you use either a hair dryer or flat iron. Most heat-protectant products will work for temperatures up to 450 °F (232 °C). Diffusers are blow dryer attachments that disperse air flow evenly and dry large areas of your hair. They dry your hair without disturbing your curl or wave pattern, which prevents frizz. To use, clip the diffuser to the top of your blow dryer, lift up the top layer of your hair, and start drying from underneath. Hold the diffuser 2–3 in (5.1–7.6 cm) from your hair, and continue using the diffuser until all of your hair is dry. Alternatively, you can use a blow dryer without a diffuser on a low or cool heat setting. This will prevent any further damage from styling products using heat. Exposing your hair to the constant heat of a flat iron can damage your hair, so it is best to use a low heat setting. Most flat irons have adjustable heat settings. Select the lowest setting, and sit your iron on a heat-resistant surface, like a cooling rack or silicone mat.  If the lowest setting does not smooth out your hair, you can adjust it 1-2 settings hotter. The lowest heat setting should be about 300 °F (149 °C). Avoid going above 410 °F (210 °C).
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Use a frizz-preventing shampoo to wash your hair. Apply a strengthening conditioner after you wash out the shampoo. Brush your hair with a wide-tooth comb after you apply conditioner. Use a deep conditioning treatment or reparative mask 1-3 times a week. Apply a leave-in conditioner while your hair is still damp. Run heat-protectant cream or spray through the ends of your hair. Dry your hair thoroughly using a diffuser. Select a low heat setting and let your flat iron heat up for 5-10 minutes.