Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Self-soothe. Change the way you think about being alone. Get some quality “me time. Stay busy. Get a pet. Avoid harmful coping strategies.

Answer: Using coping skills and being able to soothe yourself when you feel unhappy with being alone is important. There are many ways you can self-soothe and which ones you choose will be very personal. The more ideas you explore, the better you will become at turning your negative mood around and feel happy about being alone.  Try journaling. Write down anything you want. Write about your thoughts, feelings, goals, and plans. Write down your dreams and aspirations. Think about positive memories. Identify times in the past when you enjoyed spending time with others. Visualize this time in your mind and relish in it. This can increase your temporary sense of well-being. Some people find that they are happier and less lonely when engaging in spiritual activities such as prayer or religious tradition (attending church). Enjoy spending time with yourself. Tell yourself that you have chosen to spend time with yourself. If you feel like you're making the choice to be alone, then you may automatically feel more positive about it.  Realize that you are choosing to be alone and you have control.  Avoid a victim mentality. Tell yourself, "It's okay to be alone. Everyone is alone sometimes. I can deal with it." If you find yourself fixating on negative thoughts, such as, "I'm alone because no one wants me," you are falling into a negative thinking pattern. Try reframing the situation with a positive mental script. When these negative thoughts come, acknowledge them, but then remind yourself of the positive side of your situation. Say something like, "Wait a second. I might be alone now, and this isn't a bad thing. I have tons of time to myself to do whatever I want, time I wouldn't have if I were in a relationship. Things change, and I won't always be alone and have this much freedom, so I should make the most of this time." ” Whenever you think you are alone and you are feeling sad, remind yourself that you are never alone. You always have yourself there. So, focus on connecting with and being friends with yourself. The relationship you have with yourself is the most important one you will have. How you treat yourself and think about yourself dictates how you will treat others.  Do things just for yourself. If you love cheesy disco music, make a playlist of your favorite songs and turn it up as loud as you want. If you love the ocean, go to the beach and stroll in the surf for as long as you like. Engage in relaxing and de-stressing activities. For example, you could have a spa night – take a soothing bath, get a massage, and groom yourself (paint your nails, etc). If you are idle while alone, you may end up feeling unhappy, sad, lonely, or bored. To increase the likelihood that you can feel happy while alone, make sure you fill your schedule with positive activities.  Try new activities. One way to stay busy is to try new explore new activities that are out of your comfort zone. Art, dancing, writing, reading, playing an instrument, hiking, camping, taking care of a pet, travel, and cooking are all things you can try. Do what scares you in order to increase self-reliance. For example, if talking to new people is intimidating, try saying hello or starting a conversation with a stranger at least once per day. You may find that this gets easier and less anxiety-provoking over time. People who feel lonely when alone may benefit from getting a pet for company. Some individuals may even think of their pets as humans. If your living situation doesn't allow pets then you could invest in a robot pet, like a singing tortoise, or take care of a pretend pet using an online game or phone application. It is common for some individuals to use negative ways of coping with being alone. However, these strategies often produce unwanted consequences, and can even increase depression and loneliness.  Don't take up smoking cigarettes or marijuana. Some people say that smoking is a social activity. But it can also be a crutch. Avoid drugs or alcohol when interacting with others or to cope with being alone. Try to avoid excessive amounts of television, video games, or internet use.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Cut grass high. Remove no more than ⅓ of the grass blade. Mow when the lawn is cool and dry. Leave grass clippings on the lawn. Sharpen mower blades regularly Cut the grass short at the end of the growing season.

Answer: Tall grass makes for a much healthier lawn. Never cut your lawn below two inches (5cm), and keep it at 2.5–3.5 inches (6.4–8.9cm) if you can stand it. Older lawn care guides may recommend different heights for different seasons. Most modern experts agree that grass should be left tall year-round. Cutting away more than ⅓ of the grass height seriously damages your grass. If you miss a mowing session and the grass is far too tall, remove ⅓ of the grass, then wait a few days before cutting it down to the desired height. You may need to cut fast-growing species every three or four days during ideal spring conditions. For example, if the goal height is 2 inches (5cm), don't let the grass grow taller than 3 in. (7.5cm) before mowing. If the goal is 3 inches (7.6cm), don't let it get above 4.5 in (11.4cm). Avoid mowing during the hottest part of the day, when grass is vulnerable. Also avoid mowing while the grass is wet. Wet clippings clump on the lawn instead of getting evenly distributed, some mowers are less efficient, and the slippery grass can be dangerous for the mower operator. Grass clippings decompose quickly and provide nutrients for the lawn. You may use them elsewhere in your garden instead, but grass treated with herbicides and pesticides should not be used on flowers or vegetables. Grass clippings do not contribute to thatch, as is commonly believed. . Dull mower blades shred the grass blades, leaving them ragged and vulnerable to further damage. An annual sharpening is usually fine for a home lawn, but sharpening several times a season is best if the mower is heavily used. Once your lawn stops growing, remove an extra 0.5–1 inch (1.25–2.5 cm) on the final mow. This helps prevent matted grass and snow mold over the winter.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Add a payment method to Messenger. Open Facebook Messenger. Open a conversation with the person with whom you want to exchange money. Tap the dollar sign icon. Enter the amount you wish to send or receive. Tap Pay or Request to send.

Answer:
You'll need to link a payment method to both send and receive money. This must be done through the Messenger mobile app on a phone or tablet. Once you've added a payment method, you can send and receive money anywhere you log in to Messenger. Payments is not available in all locales. To add a payment method:  Open Messenger on your phone or tablet. Tap your profile photo at the top. Scroll down and tap Payments. Tap Add Debit Card or Add PayPal. Follow the on-screen instructions to enter and save your payment info. If you're using a phone or tablet, you'll find the blue-and-white chat bubble icon with a lightning bolt inside on your home screen, in the app drawer, or by searching. You can also send money using https://www.messenger.com on your computer. You'll able to send or request a specific amount in the conversation. If someone sends you money on Facebook that you didn't request, and you have a linked debit card, the money will be sent to your bank account without you having to do anything. It'll be near the typing area at the bottom of the message. If your screen is on the small side, you may have to tap the 4-dots or + to expand additional icons. If you're using a phone or tablet, select the amount now. If you're using a computer, select Pay or Request before entering the amount. If you're sending money to someone, it will be delivered to their account on file. If you're requesting money, the recipient will receive a notification with a prompt to send the payment.