Write an article based on this "Buy kitchen cabinets. Arrange cabinets. Add a countertop. Add finishing touches."
article: Purchase any combination of kitchen cabinets that do not have a countertop already attached (as this will allow you to combine them into a single unit in your preferred arrangement by adding a single countertop). You can buy cabinets which resemble or are the same as your existing cabinets, or you can get cabinets which are different but match. Pay attention to the back and sides of the cabinets. If they are unfinished, you will need to finish them yourself. Cover them with plywood or MDF, which can then be painted. Arrange the cabinets in the place and order that you would like them to go. You will likely want to join multiple pieces together, if using more than one unit. Do this by screwing from the inside of one cabinet and into the other. Try to do this in areas where the wood is thickest, such as at the frame. You can have both cabinets facing the same direction, have them face in opposite directions, or (if the dimensions allow it) with one cabinet facing to the side. It will depend on the look you are going for and the way you intend to use the space. Once the cabinets are placed, make or purchase a countertop to cover all pieces. You can use a variety of materials, from butcher's block to granite. Even a poured slab of concrete (stained, textured, or left alone) can make an excellent countertop. It will need to be sized according to the dimensions of the cabinet combinations you've chosen; just be sure to leave an extra two inches in both length and width, in order to create the lip of the counter. Add any finishing touches and detail you desire to personalize your new kitchen island. You can alter it to more visually match with your style, your kitchen or your home. You can also add storage solutions in order to maximize your counter space, making room for more appliances or more workspace to prepare amazing meals for your family.  You can paint the lower sections of your new island to contrast with the rest of your cabinets, or you can leave them as they are. Try experimenting with bright colors to add interest and pop to your kitchen. Try to mimic the existing bright colors in your kitchen, such as the colors on fruit or a prominently displayed vase. Add organization elements to the sides or backs of the cabinets. You can mount a paper towel rack or hooks for dishtowels. You can place a magazine rack to store printed recipes and cooking magazines. You can even mount a caddy to store important cooking tools. Most of these will need to be screwed into the wood. Just be sure that when you mount these elements, you attach them to areas thick enough to support the screw. Examples would be the support for shelves or any part of the frame. You can also use strong glues, such as commercial products designed for hanging objects.

Write an article based on this "Remind your kids to wash their hands frequently. Teach your children the correct way to sneeze and cough. Encourage your children to stop touching their faces. Wipe down common household surfaces each day. Answer your kids’ questions calmly and rationally."
article: Keep hand soap and hand sanitizer around your house so your children can stay healthy. Instruct them to wash their hands with soap and water for 20 seconds, then to rinse and dry their hands. Make sure that your kids wash their hands before eating, and whenever they use the bathroom. Try making a game of getting lots of soap bubbles on your hands. (Encourage them to add extra soap or water if they're struggling.) Remind your kids to cover their mouth and nose when they sneeze, which prevents germs from spreading in the air. Instead, show them how to sneeze and cough into their elbow, or remind them to use a tissue. Keep a close on your kids to make sure they’re not picking their nose or putting their hands in their mouth. If you catch them in the act, tell them to wash their hands.  Try giving positively-worded reminders, like "hands off your face, please!" Encourage fidgety kids to wear fidget jewelry and/or use fidget toys so they have a better way to occupy their hands. Use disinfecting wipes or soapy water to sanitize the countertops, tables, and other commonly used surfaces in your home. Be sure to clean these surfaces on a regular, daily basis so they don’t spread germs. You can also use regular cleaning detergent and warm water for this. Be open and accepting to your kid’s questions about the outbreak. Remind that they’re not in any danger, and that grown-ups have the situation under control. If your children still seem uneasy, remind them that they can talk to you about anything.

Write an article based on this "Choose a mantra. Pick a good time and location. Sit down and close your eyes. Chant your mantra. Start slowly and work your way to longer sessions."
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Mantra meditation comes from the Hindu tradition and involves the meditative repetition of a single word or phrase. This is the “mantra.” The purpose of the mantra is to give you a focus of attention, like breathing in the Vipassana and Anapanasati techniques. First thing, choose your mantra.  You might pick any word or one that inspires you. Simple is better! Some ancient mantras are “Om,” “Om Mani Padne Hum,” “Ham-sah,” or “Namo Amitabah.” Modern mantras might be “peace,” “love,” or “one.”  Picking a non-English mantra might actually help, because you will have fewer connections to it. It will not distract you from your meditation. Obviously, there is no right time or place to do your mediation. The choice is a personal one. However, some people find that mantra mediation has its best results if done first thing in the morning, after working, or during your low point in the afternoon at around 4 o’clock.  As for places, make sure to have a quiet spot where you won’t be disturbed. For instance, try your bedroom, your backyard, or a quiet park, woodlot, or beach. The key is to minimize distractions. The quieter and fewer people, the better. You don’t have to sit cross-legged or in the lotus position for mantra meditation. Find someplace comfy to sit upright. If you’d like, support your back with a cushion or the wall or even sit in a chair.  Lying down is not recommended for this type of meditation – you can easily fall asleep. Close your eyes and sit still for a half a minute or so. Get accustomed to your environment and draw in several deep breaths. After a few deep breaths, resume your normal breathing and start to chant your mantra. Some people are comfortable doing this aloud. Otherwise, repeat the word silently in your head without moving your tongue or lips.  Don’t force things. The repetition of the mantra should be relaxed and gentle. You also don’t need to worry about coordinating the mantra with your breath. Let both come as naturally as you can. Some people find it helps to imagine that the mantra is being whispered in their ear, rather than coming from their own mind. Stay fixed on the mantra and don’t try to empty your mind. When your attention wanders, just bring it back to the mantra and your breathing. Don’t worry if this happens – it’s normal. What’s more important is that you realize when you start to wander and refocus. Try to repeat your mantra for 5 minutes at a time to start. Gradually, you should be able to go for up to 20 to 30 minutes, several times per week. Other people alternatively aim for a certain number of repetitions, traditionally 108 or 1008.  Some people use cellphone alarms as timers, while others sit with a clock in view. It really doesn’t matter. Do whatever works best for you. When you wind down, stop saying the mantra and sit silently for a few more minutes to relax. Let yourself slowly re-enter your normal activities. Otherwise, you may feel groggy like you’ve gotten up from a nap.