Problem: Article: Some people want to cut themselves off from society for political or environmental reasons. They want to live off the grid, for instance. Living off the grid is a way to cut yourself off from society. This way, you are not dependent on the municipal and social services many of us simply take for granted, such as water, electricity, cell phone service and garbage removal. Most people living off the grid are also concerned with consumerism and the idea that modern society used too much of the earth’s natural resources. Some people want to leave society because they are suffering from depression or social anxiety disorder. Depression or feelings of loneliness can cause people to isolate themselves from others.  Research has shown that social isolation can be dangerous to your health, as it impairs immune function and increases inflammation. These symptoms are precursors to diabetes and heart disease.  If you think your reasons for wanting to cut yourself off from society are due to your own feelings of sadness or loneliness, consider seeing your doctor or a mental health professional. Another reason people cut themselves off from society is to avoid the law.  It’s not recommended that you run from the police. If you have committed a crime or if there is a warrant for your arrest, turn yourself in to your local police station. If you think you’ve been wrongly accused, hire a lawyer and fight the charge. You will likely still need to report to the police. People may choose to cut themselves off from society for less strenuous reasons, such as simply wishing to avoid the grind of daily life. Working from home is certainly more possible these days than in the past. As you determine your reasons for cutting yourself off from society, it’s important to understand that humans are naturally social. We benefit, both physically and psychologically, from being in relation or in connection with each other.
Summary: Decide if political or environmental reasons are motivating you. Determine if you have depression or anxiety. Ask yourself if you’re avoiding the law. Assess whether you want to avoid the grind of daily life. Know that humans are social beings.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: The type of fat you choose will affect the flavor and texture of your sauce, so take this into account before you start cooking. The common options include:  Butter, for a rich and creamy flavor. This is a good choice for cream-based sauces, like bechamel or alfredo. Animal fat, such as bacon or pork drippings. This will impart a meaty or sausage-like flavor, so choose this option for gumbos and other Creole dishes. Vegetable oil. This is the most neutral option, flavor-wise. It’s also less likely to burn than butter-based roux and is a vegan-friendly choice. When your roux is cooked to the desired color, remove it from the heat and let it sit for a while. You can use it once it is warm to the touch (as opposed to hot) or even refrigerate it and use it cold.  If you add the roux to a cooler sauce while it is still bubbling hot, it will break apart and form clumps. As a general rule, it’s best to combine roux and the rest of your sauce when they are at similar temperatures. For example, if haven’t started heating your sauce yet, add the roux while both are cold or lukewarm.

SUMMARY: Choose a fat that’s right for your roux. Allow the roux to cool before combining it with your sauce.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: One simple way to be openly gay is to refuse false labels. People who do not know your orientation or who refuse to accept it may refer to you as straight. Gently and firmly correct them. If they say, "Sondra is going to make some lucky man very happy someday," you can counter with, "I'm not attracted to men, actually. I might make some lucky woman very happy someday, though!" Be open about your relationships. Do not let people refer to your partner as your "friend." Say, "Ben is my best friend in the world, but he's my partner of four years. Please refer to him as my partner or my boyfriend." If your family members or close friends are engaging you on the topic but still have reservations, go ahead and argue with them. Listen to them respectfully, and ask them to do the same for you.  If they say you're confused, rebelling, or have "chosen" to identify as gay, all you can do is say that you understand why they think that, but it's not true. Tell them they have to trust you. If they say you are sinning, you can explain why you think you aren't, but acknowledge that it is not for you or them to judge. If your family is worried that gay love is a sin, it's up to you how much you care to share with them. You don't have to say anything at all. If you are only planning on having sex within the bounds of marriage, or remaining abstinent altogether, you can offer that up as a kind of chastity the Bible supports. If you aren't, point out that the Bible is against all sorts of lust, and doesn't really account for most contemporary partnerships. Don't get sucked into endless arguments about the Bible and gay love with anyone who harasses you. You don't have to defend your orientation: you are who you are. While interpretation of the Bible varies over time and between denominations, many Christians rely on a few short passages to condemn gay people. You may want to point out the many passage of the Bible we don't follow to the letter, or you may want to engage them on the interpretation of the passages in question.  Remind them that Genesis 19 is about the gang-rape of angels, and actual gay people are never mentioned in connection to Sodom. Point out that Romans 1:26-27 and Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13 are about teaching against worship of false gods, and that context may explain the language about gay sex. If they bring up I Corinthians 6:9 or I Timothy 1:10, tell them the translation of the Greek words "malakos" and "arsenokoites" as "gay" is controversial, as that meaning was rare when the words were most common. Being a gay Christian can feel like enough work on its own. You may feel excluded from the broader LGBTQ community, or like your concerns aren't shared by many gay people. Learn to accept that you are a part of the broader queer community, and do your best to have empathy, compassion, and understanding of the diversity of concerns that encompasses.  Don't be shy about your faith around other LGBTQ people. Remember, half of them are Christians, and a lot of the rest practice other faiths, are spiritual, or love people who are religious. Accept and affirm transgender individuals. They are the most vulnerable portion of the LGBTQ population. Apply intersectional thinking to your activism. As a gay Christian, you understand that no single identity category suffices to define one's position in the world. Consider the unique positions of LGBTQ people who are people of color, who are disabled, who are first-generation college students, who are refugees…
Summary:
Assert your identity. Argue if it feels worth it. Counter Biblical arguments. Be a good ally.