INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Put the water into a heatproof mug and microwave it for 30-60 seconds, or use a kettle on the stovetop and then pour the hot water into a mug. Use caution when handling hot liquids—use a dishtowel or oven mitt to protect your hands if needed. Every microwave varies on how long it’ll take to boil 1 cup (240 mL) of water. Start with 30 seconds and test the temperature to see if it’s hot enough. Keep adding 30 seconds to the timer until it gets to the right temperature. Remember that the tea will be hot when you first go to drink it, so be careful to not burn your tongue. Hot honey lemon tea is delicious to enjoy on its own, but it can also be helpful if you have a cold or sore throat. Feel free to add more honey or sugar to your tea if you’d like it to be sweeter.

SUMMARY: Bring 1 cup (240 mL) of water to a boil and put it into a mug. Enjoy your hot honey lemon tea, but be careful to not burn yourself!

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The obvious cure for secondhand stress is to avoid that particular person. This isn't always easy, because a close friend or family member could be causing this stress. However, if the cause of your stress is only a casual acquaintance or coworker, you can limit your exposure to them without worrying about any personal repercussions. Some evidence indicates that heavy usage of social media can increase stress levels. Social networking encourages users to compare themselves to others, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy. It also makes bullying very easy. If you find yourself targeted on social media or keep comparing yourself to others, it would probably be best to cut down on your usage.  You could block or unfollow the particular people who are causing trouble for you. You need to maintain a level of detachment from social media. Realize that people often try to make their lives more interesting than they really are, so comparing yourself to this ideal is unrealistic. Avoiding the cause of your stress isn't always possible, especially if that person is a family member or a coworker you interact with regularly. The person who is causing your secondhand stress may be going through a tough time themselves.  Sometimes, people just need someone to talk to. Next time the person lashes out or exhibits signs of stress, ask if he or she wants to take a walk. Then, in a more informal setting, you can ask if everything is okay and if you can help at all. Do be careful not to take on more responsibilities than you can handle if this person asks you for help. Remember, you still have to take care of your own health. Treating other people's problems as your own is a main cause of secondhand stress. To avoid stress, you have to disconnect from other people's problems and avoid acting like they're your own. Of course this doesn't mean you shouldn't be sympathetic or sensitive to people's problems. You can still let them talk to you and offer advice. But don't let yourself get more involved than that, or you risk adopting other people's problems and stressing yourself. If the person stressing you is a family member or close friend, you probably don't want to cut him or her out of your life. You still need breaks to keep yourself fresh, however. If this person is relying on you for help, then you need to be in a good mental state to help. By taking breaks and taking care of yourself, you can recharge your resolve and be a better help when you come back. Plan out some alone time where you can relax and unwind. Do whatever activity you enjoy and distracts you from stress. In some cases, like with a sick family member, you can't just avoid the person causing your stress. The stress in these situations can be constant. If you're having trouble coping, try talking to a counselor or other mental health professional. He or she can teach you techniques to control your stress and give you an outlet to express your feelings and frustrations.
Summary: Reduce or avoid exposure to the person causing you stress. Limit your time on social media. Ask if the source of your stress needs some help. Realize that other people's problems aren't your own. Take breaks from the cause of your stress. Seek psychological help if you need it.

Your sample size should be statistically valid to produce reliable results. You may want to create sub-samples—e.g., "males," "18-24 year-olds," etc.—to decrease the risk of biasing your results towards certain types of people.  Your sample size requirements depend on how accurate you would like your results to be. The larger the survey size, the more reliable your results become. For example, a survey size of 10 participants leaves you with a very large margin of error (about 32 percent). This would mean that your data are essentially unreliable. However, a sample size of 500 gives you a more reasonable margin of error of 5 percent.  If possible, have your participants report demographic information on your survey. This can be as general or specific as you like. And make sure to put these questions at the beginning of the survey.Be warned, though, that many people avoid surveys that ask for personal information.  For example, as the owner of the computer repair business mentioned above, you would want to interview a statistically significant number of students, perhaps splitting them up by major, age, or gender. with answers that will provide the data you need for your market research. Your questions should be pointed and specific. Try to make each question completely clear in as few words as possible.  If your goal is to get your customers' real thoughts, focus on creating open-ended questions that customers can respond to with their actual thoughts, rather than with a rating or a multiple-choice response.  However, if you want numerical results, be sure that your answers in some way reflect that. For example, you could have participants rate products or services from 1 to 10. If you are asking about preferences, you may want to ask respondents to rank their feelings numerically or using keywords. If you are asking about money, use ranges of values. If your answers will be descriptive, decide how to group these responses after the survey is complete so that they can be grouped in categories. For example, your computer business could ask students how likely, from 1 to 10, they are to visit your store or what type of computer accessories they want most, depending on the type of information you need. These usually include characteristics of people who are more likely to answer surveys. In order to get unbiased results, you need to figure out how to reduce the influence of these people. For example, as the computer business owner, you could do this by screening participants before the survey. If you think you primarily do business with engineering students, only accept surveys from them, even if history or english majors are more likely to respond to your survey. Don't conduct a survey unless you've already given your forms to practice cases, perhaps friends or coworkers, to ensure that your questions make sense, the answers you receive are easily quantifiable, and the survey is easy to complete. In particular, ask your practice cases to make sure that:  Your survey isn't too long or complicated. Doesn't make irrational assumptions about your target market. Asks questions in the most direct way possible.
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One-sentence summary -- Choose a sample size. Prepare a list of questions Devise a way to quantify the answers you receive. Identify variables that might affect your results. Have someone else look over your survey.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Think about what interests you, and learn a skill in that field. Adding more skills to your repertoire will boost your confidence and provide more opportunities for career growth. If you haven’t revisited your resume in a while, open it up and give it a refresh. Add any new skills and experiences you have had. Take the time to ensure that it is professional looking. Take a look at  our guide on writing resumes for helpful tips. Take your career in a different direction. Look for opportunities within the company for different positions, and if that fails then look for a new company. If you’re finding that you just can’t advance in your career, then it may be time to go back to school. Getting the next level degree in your field will add to your marketability, and going to school can provide a dramatic scenery change that may inspire you to change paths completely.

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Learn a new skill. Write a new resume. Make a change. Go back to school.