Q: A central component of any story is a character’s emotional drive. Few emotions are more compelling than fear. Sit down and create a list of five things that you fear. (Don’t think too hard about it. Just take out a pen and write.) See if you can imagine a character sharing this emotional experience, and think about how it could shape their story. Another tried-and-true approach to crafting a story idea is to take something from your own life. Think about moments in your life which contained a high-level of emotional intensity: When have you had the most fun, been the most heartbroken, or experienced the most anger? When you have you learned an important lesson? When has an experience changed you? You can always dramatize and/or spice up your story, but looking back over your life can give you a nice jumping off point. A classic source of story inspiration is the news. Open up a newspaper, turn on the TV, or go online to your favorite news source. Some papers may even have a section for humorous or outlandish news stories, and these may be an excellent place to start. One of the best sources of inspiration is the people around you! Go to a crowded place (a park, a restaurant, a bar) and just listen in to people talking. (It may help to pretend to be reading a book, or put earbuds in without music). Regular people often say the funniest and interesting things. Allow something you hear to spark an idea for your story. ” Another great place to find story ideas is the “missed connections” tab on Craigslist. This is a section where people try to connect with random people they have met in the world. In some cases, these stories are ripe with story potential. Take some time to read these over and see if anything sparks.
A: Make a list of five things you’re afraid of. Use a story from your life. Look for inspiration in the news. Eavesdrop. Read some “missed connections.

Q: . Being self-aware will allow you to recognize when you are taking on too much or if you need to change something about your goals. Take stock of how things are going for you on a regular basis to determine when something is not working out and might need an adjustment.  For example, if you notice that you have been feeling overwhelmed lately, then you may benefit from cutting back on your workload or taking a short vacation. Be on the lookout for burnout as well. If you start to notice that you feel emotionally or physically exhausted, cynical or detached, ineffective, or like you are not accomplishing anything, then you may be experiencing burnout. The kind of reward will depend on the milestone you've reached and the type of goal you’re pursuing. If you're intent on losing weight, don't reward yourself with an extra-large pizza when you lose a pound. You don't want to reward every little thing, because the rewards will lose their meaning. Rather, focus on rewarding real progress by setting up subgoals and rewarding yourself once you've met those goals. When you accomplish one goal, before you move on to the next one, make sure you take the time to appreciate your accomplishments. Each step usually builds upon the previous. With time, you'll see how your hard work has paid off. This should be a person who knows you well enough to know what might get in your way. They will be helpful in motivating you to make progress on your goals. Sometimes, all you need is someone who is working on the same goals as you. For instance if you’re trying to lose weight, you might try a weight-loss group. You may need to re-prioritize at times. You may realize after a few weeks or months of pursuing a goal that you need more time, sometimes a lot more time. Don't be too hard on yourself when this happens. Be careful not to lose heart when you've reached an obstacle to your goal. This is not a step to be taken lightly. Some goals like losing weight or getting a raise are totally reachable for most people. Other goals, on the other hand, like winning a gold medal, becoming President of the United States, or owning a multi-national corporation may be attainable by only a few people. This is not to say you shouldn't try, but that recognizing when to let a goal go and start something new can be empowering when a goal is no longer attainable. Asking yourself whether your drive to pursue a certain goal is negatively impacting your relationships with people you love can help you determine whether to give up on a goal.
A: Develop your self-awareness Reward yourself to spur motivation. Realize the value of hard work. Find an accountability partner or group. Be realistic. Realize when to give up.

Q: Use the long-handled applicator included with the dye kit to layer the dye onto your facial hair. Brush with quick up-and-down strokes, making sure you've covered all visible patches including the mustache and sideburns. Work the dye down deep, but try not to let it come into contact with the skin itself.  Pull on a pair of rubber gloves to protect your hands from staining and irritation. If you don't have an applicator, you can also use a toothbrush, makeup brush or flexible fine-toothed comb. Once applied, the dye will begin working within minutes. Keep a close eye on the color of your beard during this time. To test the results, you can remove the dye from a small section using a damp paper towel and take a look at the coloring underneath.  Follow the instructions on the packaging to get an idea of how long you should let the dye set up (this will usually be somewhere between 20-40 minutes).  For darker beards, a second application may be necessary to achieve the right depth of color. When you're satisfied with the color, turn on the faucet and run some cool water over your beard. This will dull the vibrant dye to a more natural-looking tint. Continue rinsing your beard until the water runs clear. Massage the hairs by hand to help free dye trapped inside. If your beard comes out too dark, you can lighten it a little by showering right away while the dye is still fresh. It may also help to scrub your facial hair with a clarifying shampoo, although this may strip away more color than you want.  Blow dry your beard on a low heat setting or let it air dry to avoid staining your towels. After your first shampoo, you can go back to showering, cleaning and trimming your beard as usual.
A: Brush the dye onto your beard. Leave the dye on until your beard reaches the desired color. Rinse out the excess dye. Shampoo your beard.

Q: Write down the length and width of the tile.  You can find a construction calculator easily online. Ask how long shipment will take so that you can schedule a day to install it. In 2014, estimates for slate flooring for a 100 square foot (30.5 m) area were between $250 and $400.  Without labor, other materials and equipment rentals can result in a cost of $400 to $850 per 100 square foot room.  You may want to order five percent more tile in case of breakage. 6-cm) spacers so that you can keep your slate tile evenly spaced and grouted. If you want very fine grout line, you can place your tiles side by side. You will need a trowel with quarter-inch (0.6-cm) notches. Reorder tile before you start your project, so that you can ensure you have enough tile to complete the flooring. Some tiles are thicker than others and surrounding tiles will need to be built up with adhesive to ensure a flat surface.
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Research and find the slate tile you want to use. Measure the length and width of each room you want to tile. Use a construction calculator to find out how much tile you will need. Order the tile. Purchase a large bag of quarter-inch (0. Buy your grouting equipment and mortar. Remove all the tiles and check for surface damage before you get started. Sort your tile according to color variation and thickness.