INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Support your girlfriend by listening to what she has to say. Avoid interrupting her or cutting her off when she speaks. Instead, make eye contact with her when she talks and nod your head to show her you are listening. Give her your full attention so she knows you care about what she has to say.  Avoid looking at your phone or your computer while she speaks, as this will just show her you are not listening. Try not to speak too much when she speaks or feel like you need to come up with a solution to her issue. Men have a tendency to want to fix things. Instead, simply pay attention to her when she speaks. Sometimes, listening is really what she wants you to do. Let her know you are listening by telling her, “I hear what you are saying” or “What I think you are saying is..” Let your girlfriend know you want to know about her likes and dislikes as well as what she likes to do for fun. Ask questions about her day and her interests to show her you want to get to know her as a person and connect on a deeper level.  For example, you may ask her, “What television shows are you into lately?” or “How was your workout this morning?” You may also ask follow up questions if you know she is interested in certain things, such as books, movies, sports, or art. For example, you may ask, “How was that book you were reading?” or “Did soccer practice go well?” You can also invite her to participate in your interests. If you like rock climbing, for example, offer to take her to a beginner's climbing wall sometime and teach her. This lets her see part of your world, and helps establish common ground. Have a regular date night where you go out just the two of you and do something you both enjoy, such as going for dinner or seeing a movie. Plan dates for special occasions, such as your anniversary or her birthday. Show her you care about her and want to celebrate her.  For example, you may plan a surprise birthday party for her to show her you care and want her to feel special. Or you may plan a happy graduation dinner at her favorite restaurant. You can also take her out to celebrate small things such as finishing a project at work or surviving a strenuous family visit. Dates don't need to be expensive. You ca get creative and try a fun date night like having a water balloon fight and picnic in your back yard. Let her know what you like about her, especially if they are things she doesn't recognize in herself. If, for example, she is friendly and patient toward cranky people, tell her, "I really like how nice you are even when people aren't nice to you." If you know your girlfriend is struggling with something in her life, such as school, her job, her friends, or her family, be an emotional support for her. You can do this by asking her how she’s doing and by paying extra attention to her needs. You can also let her know you are there if she wants to talk about her struggles. For example, if you know she is having a hard time with school, you may offer to tutor her after class. Or you may work on homework with her so she can get it done and succeed in her classes.

SUMMARY: Be a good listener. Show an interest in her interests. Take her on dates regularly. Point out her strengths. Support her when she is going through a hard time.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You’re probably picking your face because you’re breaking out, so getting your acne under control is an important step. Create a simple cleansing routine that involves washing twice daily with a mild cleanser and lukewarm water.  The best acne-fighting ingredients reduce swelling, decrease redness, and clear up breakouts while cleaning your skin. Stick to gentle products that contain ingredients like salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, and tea tree oil.  Adding a facial massage to your cleansing routine could significantly reduce breakouts. In slow circles, gently massage your face while you cleanse or afterwards when applying moisturizer. After cleansing, be sure to smooth on a non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) moisturizer on your skin. Doing so helps your skin stay adequately moisturized and keeps new blemishes from forming. If you can, invest in a high-quality moisturizer. By smoothing on creamy, luxurious moisturizers, your skin will feel slick and make it harder for you to pick. Cleanse your face thoroughly and apply a small amount of clay mask to the affected areas when you come home in the evenings. Leave it until you’re ready for bed or overnight if you like. Clay helps detoxify skin and draw out impurities to relieve acne. This method can help reduce the appearance of pimples and stop you from picking, too. Try changing your sheets and pillowcases at least twice a week to control dirt and oil buildup. Keep your hair out of your face to keep hair products from aggravating your skin. Apply sunscreen to prevent acne scars from darkening. Exercise regularly, get at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night, and hydrate your skin by drinking plenty of water. Dietary changes may also improve the condition of your skin. Try eating more healthy fats like walnuts and avocado. Probiotics, such as Greek yogurt, may also help relieve acne. A doctor may be able to prescribe medicated treatments to help you get rid of acne that causes you to pick your face. Set up an appointment to meet with a dermatologist.  This professional can evaluate your skin type and suggest appropriate cleansers, moisturizers and acne treatments that may work best for you. A dermatologist can also help you fade acne scars that prompt you to pick at your skin.
Summary: Use a soft and gentle cleanser to control acne. Apply nourishing oil-free moisturizers to keep pimples at bay. Spot-treat with a clay mask when you're at home. Fight acne by protecting your skin from environmental  factors. Eat, sleep, and exercise to boost your skin health. See a dermatologist.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: It can be difficult to go with the flow if you are feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Practicing some deep breathing techniques can help settle your nerves and clear your mind. Try shifting your focus to your breathing for a few minutes. Count your breaths up to seven and then back down again. Do this several times until you start to feel calm again. Dwelling on things you could have or should have done in the past will only make it more difficult for you to enjoy what is actually happening in your present. Accept that what is happening in this moment is your reality and that beating yourself  or spending your time searching for someone to blame is not going to change anything. Instead, focus on what feels good about the moment.   “I’m still able to spend time with my family, even though the Thanksgiving turkey is burned.” Remember that you may not be able to change your surroundings or your situation, but you do have control over how you react to them. Keeping a journal is a really helpful way to keep track of situations where it might be difficult for you to go with the flow. Write down what it is about those moments when you feel like you need to be in control and what makes those moments so difficult for you. You can also write down times when you found going with the flow to be easier than usual. What is similar or different about those moments?

SUMMARY:
Breathe. Live in the moment. Keep a journal.