Let the laces fall to either side of the shoe. If you’re demonstrating this technique to someone, point the toe side of the shoe toward them so they can see your hand movements.

Summary: Place the shoes on a flat surface.


You may try to derive meaning from your life if you feel existential fear. One way to do this is through asking questions. Some common things to ponder include, “Who am I? Why am I here? What is my purpose?” While these questions can make you feel anxious or fearful, they also can open the door to creating meaning in your life. Instead of immediately reacting to fear, take a step back and acknowledge your own inner process. Consider changing your relationship to fear: ask, “where does this fear come from and how did it originate?”  Approach your fear in curiosity. For instance, if you’re experiencing the fear of death, be curious about this fear. Don’t get distracted by the negative feelings or gloomy thoughts. Instead, notice the fear and get curious about it. What can you learn about yourself by exploring this fear? Sometimes existential fears can connect with other types of fears or things that are happening in your life. By examining your fears, you may be able to live a more purposeful life and decide if making a significant life change is something that you need to do to work towards that goal.  For example, fears about dying or no longer existing might be connected to a sense that you lack control in your own life. You might feel like you lack control due to an unhealthy relationship or a boring job. By identifying what is making you feel like you lack control, you can make changes to help you feel like you are in control again, such as seeking marriage counseling or looking for a different job. Fear can make you feel helpless or “stuck.” When faced with absolute freedom, you may feel overwhelmed. Yet, if you experience limited freedom, you may feel trapped and despairing. Recognize that you have the freedom to make choices and that you are, in fact, free. When recognizing your freedom, it’s important to accept that freedom comes with inherent responsibility, meaning that when you make a choice, you are responsible for handling the outcome of that choice. You may feel “stuck” in a job, a city, a marriage, or particular life situation. Remind yourself that you can experience freedom at all stages of life. Yet, as you experience freedom, also recognize the outcomes of your choices and respond to them responsibly. You may feel defeated or come to the conclusion that nothing really matters. There are many ways to approach existential fears. You can feel overwhelmed by the fears, or you can choose to see them from a different angle. For example, when confronting existential fear, recognize that if you have the capacity to experience fear and anxiety, you also have the capacity to experience the opposite of fear and anxiety, such as calm and safety. Stay hopeful as you work through your fears.  Acknowledge your strengths and recognize that even if you feel hopeless in a situation, you do have strengths and positive traits to contribute. Write a list of your strengths and recognize what you bring to your situation.  For more information, check out How to Have Hope.

Summary: Ask questions. View fear as information. Consider how an existential fear might relate to your life. Take responsibility. Stay hopeful.


Wash the interior ceramic section and the top glass portion with dish soap and warm water. Your slow cooker emits heat, so safety is a priority. Make sure there is plenty of room on all sides, including the top, to vent off the heat for the duration of cooking. You can store your clean slow cooker in a cupboard when it is unplugged. If you choose to do this, you should clear space every time you remove it for use. Older crock pots may not automatically use this setting after the time is finished. Different brands of slow cooker have slightly different settings and cleaning instructions. Find a recipe that is made for a slow cooker. You can find cookbooks or online recipes that list the heat and cooking times along with the correct amount of ingredients. Keep in mind, that you should plan to fill at least half of your crock pot in order for slow cooking times to be correct for the recipe. If you have a very large or small slow cooker, you may want to change the portions. Most recipes are intended for 5 to 6 qt. (4.7 to 5.7l) slow cookers. Find a normal recipe intended for dry heat and adjust it for a slow cooker. In order to properly adjust it, you will want to cut the liquid ingredients by 1/2, because liquid does not escape from the pot. You should also place things that are roasted or baked on high heat on the "high" setting and things roasted or baked on lower heats on the "low" setting. You will need to experiment with cooking times, but cook recipes for at least 4 to 6 hours.

Summary: Remove your crock pot from the package. Clear a space on your counter. Choose a slow cooker that has a "warm" setting, if you plan to leave it to cook when you are not home. Read your slow cooker instruction manual. Find a recipe to use in your slow cooker.


Take the coat by the shoulders and, as you would when changing a bedspread, swing the coat out in front of you. You may want to do this outside, or an area of the house that can be easily swept.  Once you begin flinging the coat, debris will fly in all directions. Furs should always be hung on broad, padded hangers to prevent the shoulders from losing their form.  Because of the nature of the fur, it can easily be stretched and deformed. Never fold your fur coat. Using a proper fur brush, begin at the top of the coat and begin working your way to the bottom.  Be sure to brush the direction of the hair, and to use small and even strokes as you work a small section at a time.  Fur brushes have wider spaced teeth and soft edges, which prevent the brush from damaging the skin of the fur.  If you do not have a proper fur brush, you can run your fingers through the fur to help clear-out any dirt or debris. Never brush your fur with a "normal" brush. This will damage the coat as the teeth on a normal brush are too fine.  Avoid making long strokes along the length of the coat.  This can cause the coat to stretch. Mix 1 part isopropyl alcohol with 1 part water and apply it directly to the stain.  Because fur coats are delicate, you should always avoid using any type of cleaner or solvent, and use as little water as possible. Do not rinse the solution out, instead, place the coat in a well-ventilated area and allow it to dry thoroughly.  The alcohol will prevent any water stains from forming on the coat.  Never use heat on a fur coat.  Heat will damage the coat and lining.  Be gentle as you rub and be careful not to stretch the skin. Be sure to use a white cloth or rag or else you may transfer color to the fur. Again, work in the direction of the fur and work small sections at a time.
Summary: Shake the fur to remove any dirt or debris that has settled onto the coat. Hang the fur properly. Brush the fur while it hangs. Remove any light stains by using a homemade solution. Rub the stain gently with a white cloth and allow to dry. Brush the entire coat with a fur brush once the fur is completely dry.