Problem: Article: Sometimes the people you’re closest to simply don’t realize that you feel underappreciated. If this person is someone you care about, start by giving them the benefit of the doubt and asking to have an open, honest conversation. Outline why you think they’ve been ungrateful, and give them a chance to answer.  Try to use “I” statements instead of casting blame. For example, you could say “I feel like you take for granted how often I help you with work projects, even though we don’t work for the same company.”  Your tone should be firm, but open. Your friend or family member may be more receptive to your concerns if you frame them as your feelings instead of accusations. Give them a chance to address your feelings and apologize, if they feel it is necessary. Remember that no one is obligated to apologize. Give your friend or family member the chance, but understand that they may not do so. If they don't, it's your choice as to whether you want to continue addressing the issue or move past it. It's not always easy but it's important to consider the other person's perspective in a situation, even when you feel certain you are right. Try to see if there are moments where you have been demanding or ungrateful, too. You could also try to see if there are other factors outside of you that are influencing the other person's attitude. If, for example, your friend is going through a rough breakup and seems rude or needy, their attitude has nothing to do with you. They are just struggling with difficult emotions. As they heal, though, their ungrateful habits will fade and they will appreciate that you were there for them. If you feel someone in your life is taking advantage of you, outline clear boundaries letting them know what you are and are not willing to do for them. Then, hold fast on those boundaries. It may feel difficult at first, but staying firm on your personal limits is ultimately the best way to break their reliance on you. If you are the only person in your house who does the dishes, for instance, let your roommates know that moving forward you will only be cleaning the dishes you dirty. They will be accountable for their own mess. If you’re dealing with someone who is consistently ungrateful or overly negative no matter what you do, think about limiting their role in your life. Decide what, if any, role you want that person to play in your world, and limit them to that role.  Say, for example, you have a friend who constantly demands your time to do things they want to do or navigate their emotional problems, but who is unwilling to return the favor. You may choose to limit that friend to someone you only see in groups, so that you don’t have to handle their emotional burden on your own. You may also decide that you’re happier not maintaining that friendship. A person who demands your time and effort but who shows no consideration or appreciation for your efforts can become a toxic force if you let them.
Summary: Have an honest discussion about your feelings. Look at things from their point of view. Set up boundaries that state what you will and won’t do. Cut ties with the person if they are constantly negative.

Problem: Article: Such soups tend to be quite hearty and tasty. Some examples include:   Cuban black bean soup, Greek bean soup and Navy bean and ham soup   Barley soup, beef and barley soup and kale and barley soup   Lentil soup, red lentil soup and red lentil and tomato soup   Split pea soup and sweet pea soup  Make soups that use pasta and rice as a great way to use up cooked leftovers. Miso is a fermented soybean paste that has a salty and enriching flavor. Soups made from miso tend to be both warming and delicious. Some examples include:  Miso soup Traditional Japanese miso soup Miso soup can also be made with bean curd added to the soup, making a heartier soup ideal for winter. There are soup recipes in every type of cuisine, including Indian, Thai, Mexican, Moroccan, Vietnamese, Russian, Chinese, French, German, and so on. Borrow a good book on the particular cuisine and you'll likely find a few good choices in it for an authentic soup. Some ideas to help get you started include:  Thai chicken noodle soup Indian lentil soup Borsh Russian soup Chinese chicken corn soup  Vietnamese pho.
Summary: Make soups based on beans, grains and legumes. Make miso-based soups. Make soups from other cuisines.

Problem: Article: Sunflowers are ready to harvest once the heads become brown. If you have a particularly wet season however, they can go mouldy [if this is the case you will need to cut off the head once the back of it is yellowing and allow the drying process to continue in a greenhouse or shed]. You should prepare them for the drying process once the back of the head begins to turn yellow to yellow-brown.  In order to harvest the seeds, the sunflower head must be completely dry. Otherwise, the flower will not surrender the seeds. A sunflower will reach this state naturally after a few days of beginning to wilt. It is easier to dry sunflowers on the stem if you have dry, sunny weather. If you live in a moist climate, you may want to consider drying them off the stem, instead. At least half of the yellow petals should have dropped before you start preparing the sunflower for harvest. The head of the flower should also begin to droop. It may look dead, but if it still has its seeds, then the sunflower is drying out in a healthy manner. Examine the seeds. Even if they are still stuck on the flower head, they should begin to plump up. The seeds should also be hard and may have their trademark black-and-white striped shell, or purely black, depending on the type of sunflower. Cover the head of the flower with a paper bag, tying the bag on loosely with twine or yarn to prevent it from being knocked off.  You could also use cheesecloth or similarly breathable fabric, but you should never use a plastic bag. Plastic will restrict the air flow, causing moisture to build up on the seeds. If too much moisture builds up, the seeds may turn rotted or moldy. Tying a bag over the head prevents birds, squirrels, and most other wildlife from sneaking in and "harvesting" your sunflower seeds before you do. It also prevents the seeds from dropping to the ground and being lost. If the bag gets wet or torn, carefully remove it and replace it with a fresh, intact paper bag.  You may be able to prevent the bag from getting wet during a rainstorm by temporarily placing a plastic bag over it. Do not tie the plastic bag onto the flower head, though, and remove it as soon as the rain lets up to prevent mold from setting in. Change the paper bag as soon as it gets wet. A wet paper bag is more likely to be torn, and mold may even develop on the seeds if they sit in a wet bag for an extended period of time. Collect any seeds that may have dropped off into the old bag when changing it out. Examine the seeds for signs of possible damage, and if they are in good shape, store them in airtight containers until you are ready to harvest the remaining seeds. Once the back of the flower heads turn brown, cut them off and prepare to harvest the seeds.  Leave roughly 1 ft (30.5 cm) of stem attached to the flower head. Make sure that the paper bag is still securely tied onto the flower head. If it slips off as you remove and transport the sunflower head, you may lose a significant number of seeds.
Summary:
Wait until the sunflower begins to wilt. Tie a paper bag over the head. Change the bag as needed. Cut off the heads.