INPUT ARTICLE: Article: On the first day of Eid, Muslims wake up early and gather at an outdoor location or mosque to say prayers. The salat ul-fajr is one of the five daily prayers that are said every day regardless of the month, so begin with this one before moving on to special prayers. Do salat ul-fajr by performing two rakats, or series of movements, each of which involves standing, bowing, and prostrating. After the morning prayers on the first day of Eid, Muslims return home to wash up and dress in new clothes. Then they walk back to their congregation again, reciting the takbir, or declaration of faith, as they go. Recite the takbir by saying “Allaahu Akbar” a series of times and raising your hands to your ears. This translates to “God is most great.” Once everyone has returned to their mosque or outdoor gathering spot on the first day of Eid, there's a short sermon, typically given by an imam, and then all men and women perform the obligatory Eid prayer. Follow the imam's movements as he performs two rakats and six takbirs.

SUMMARY: Pray salat ul-fajr, the pre-dawn prayer. Recite the takbir. Perform the Eid prayer.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Try breaking the ice before you ask him out. Send him a simple greeting to get the conversation started. If you haven't talked to him before, remind him who you are and how you met. Say you've been excited to talk to him again. If you have talked before, just greet him the same way you would any other time.  People can't always respond to texts right away, so if your first text is you asking him out, you'll start to freak out if he doesn't respond quickly. Talking for a while first helps ensure that he is paying attention to his phone. If you have him talking already, there's a better chance that he'll respond positively to you asking him out. If you ask him out without any warning, he might be caught off guard and say no. For example, text him, “Hey Josh, this is Pete. That party was crazy last weekend. I'm glad we got to meet.” It's simple, but way more effective than texting, “Hey, what's up?” Text back and forth with him for a while to see how the conversation goes. If he constantly gives short answers or takes a long time in between, he may not be interested in you. You don't want to go straight to asking him out without having an idea whether or not he will say yes.  Find the balance between asking him out immediately and waiting so long that the conversation dwindles. If he responds well to four or five texts back and forth, take it as a good sign to go ahead and ask him. Even if he doesn't seem that interested, it's okay to be bold and ask him out anyway. Just be prepared for a possible rejection. As you are texting, begin to send messages that are a bit flirtier than standard conversation. If he responds by flirting back, it's a good sign that he may be interested in going out. If he seems to ignore your flirting or responds negatively, avoid asking him out. For example, text him, “It's a bummer that I'm sitting at home alone. I'd much rather be snuggled up next to you.” If he says, “We could make that happen,” he probably likes you. If your conversation is going well and he responds to your flirting, it's time to move forward with your mission. Don't get too worried about what he will say. Type out the text, check it over, and send it without hesitating. Say, “Dylan, I like you. Would you be interested in going on a date with me this weekend?”

SUMMARY: Send a greeting text. Pay attention to his interest in the conversation. Flirt and see how he responds. Ask him out if he seems interested in you.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: If you've found a church that you really enjoy attending, go a few times as a visitor, and then consider joining the church. Depending on the religion and the church itself, there may be any number of different tasks required of you, including formally converting religions, but the process will vary from church to church. Usually, you'll want to get in touch with the pastor, minister, or preacher at the church you're attending and express your interest in joining. You'll likely be asked some questions and given a path toward joining. If anything about the experience of going to church confuses or frustrates you, make time to speak about your concerns and ask those questions in private with a member of the staff. Church is social, but it's not just a club for fun. You're likely going in search of answers to big questions you have about the nature of life and existence, so don't be afraid to ask those questions. Many churches have separate classes or small-group activities that you should feel free to attend as much as you want. Sometimes, these will meet immediately before or immediately following the service itself, but at some churches these meetings will occur at different points throughout the week. If you're curious about the options, speak with the staff and find out what's available. If you're not interesting in in-depth study of religious texts, feel no pressure to attend. Attend the services you want and avoid the ones you don't. Churches run on the volunteer work of people like you. Passing out pamphlets, collecting donations, running the youth groups: these are all tasks that require volunteers. Even helping people park cars and greeting people at the door requires volunteers. If you feel up to it, after joining a church, consider volunteering for some responsibilities. Give back. At some churches, it's common to donate some money to the church each month, usually a certain percentage of your paycheck. It's not about amount, it's about giving a little portion of what you have to the church to keep it running smoothly and providing the service that you appreciate. Many churches make a priority of taking their message and their practice on the road, organizing mission trips or visits to regional conferences, where many congregations of believers will gather in a certain spot. If you attend a very small church, this can be an excellent way of meeting like-minded believers from far-off places, where you'd be unlikely to meet them otherwise. If you have a great experience at your church, it's also sometimes a good idea to invite others you think might benefit from visiting your church. Spread the word.

SUMMARY: Talk to someone about joining the church. Don't be afraid to ask questions. Consider going to study services or other classes. Volunteer your time. Consider going on missions or regional trips.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Wash your hands regularly. Your fingernails should be free of dirt and trimmed evenly. Do not bite your fingernails, or chew on your cuticles—you'll look nervous and neurotic. With extremely rare (and often accidental) exception, walking out of the house with bed head never looks good. Wash and brush your hair on a regular basis. If you have the time and inclination, consider using a paste or gel to style your hair, but follow the "less is more" rule with styling products, and don't use too much. Many people, perhaps unfairly, associate bad skin with bad hygiene. Wash your face thoroughly, especially after any physical activity. Avoid razor burn if at all possible. If you're prone to acne or other skin conditions, see a dermatologist to help you get your skin in shape. Do this every day—it's an invigorating way to start the day, and looking clean and smelling good doesn't hurt in the perception department, either! . Eating healthy will help with many things such as keeping a good weight, avoiding cavities, having a good complexion, and being energetic. Getting eight hours or more of sleep every night will do wonders for your complexion, energy and overall appearance. Looking handsome goes beyond your style. Exercising regularly not only helps with your appearance, confidence, and energy, but releases endorphins that make you feel good, and therefore more appealing to others.

SUMMARY:
Keep hands and fingernails clean and neat. Take time to comb and style your hair. Care for your skin. Take showers.  Eat healthy Sleep well. Exercise regularly.