Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Plan a conversation. Use open body language. Use good verbal communication skills. Validate your girlfriend's feelings Figure out where you disagree. Apologize.

Answer: After you both have calmed down, suggest a time to discuss your conflict. After a big argument, it's important you schedule time to talk to assure you are both calm going into the discussion.  Choose a time to talk where there aren't outside constrictions on time. Pick a week or weekend night when neither one of you has to work early in the morning. Aim to talk in the early evening sometime after dinner so hunger and sleepiness cannot interfere with your conversation.  If you do not live together, try to choose a place that's a neutral ground. While you might feel odd discussing your relationship in public, a neutral ground might assure no one feels uncomfortable. You can pick a place where not many people are around, like a spacious, quiet coffee shop or a public park that's not usually crowded. When discussing your conflict, use your body language to demonstrate that you are open to dialogue. This can allow the discussion to happen in a relaxed, effective way.  Make eye contact. Nod occasionally to show you are listening. Never cross your arms or do anything that makes you look tense. Try to avoid nervous tics, like fiddling with your clothing or ringing your hands.  Nod on occasion, as this gives a non-verbal indication you are listening to what is being said. When discussing your argument, use solid verbal communication as well. Your girlfriend needs to know you are open to working things out, so make sure you communicate with her effectively in the aftermath of a fight.  Be clear and concise when speaking. Do not include too many details and try to get to the point of what you're going to say. Do not interrupt your girlfriend when she's talking. Always ask if she understands what you're saying. Ask for clarification if she says anything you do not understand.   Use "I" statements. These assure that you're expressing your own feelings rather than placing objective judgment on the situation. For example, instead of saying "You overreacted about me being late and embarrassed me in front of your friends" say something like "I felt embarrassed when you called me out on being late in front of your friends." . It can be very frustrating to feel someone is not validating your feelings in a romantic relationship. Even if you do not agree with your girlfriend's assessment of a situation, make sure you strive to make her feel that her feelings are validated. Often, the simple act of allowing someone to feel the way they do removes a lot of tension from a situation. This releases pent up negative energy and will make your girlfriend feel like you genuinely care about making her happy. Don't: say "I'm sorry you feel that way, but it was just a harmless joke."Do: say "I didn't mean to hurt your feelings. I'm sorry I made you upset." Most couples will have a few issues about which they cannot agree. This is normal, as humans are unique. Take an argument as an opportunity to figure out where the two of you differ and how you can reconcile these differences. If you have different expectations regarding time together, the relationship as a whole, or lifestyle choices, it's important to identify them and find a solution. See if you can figure out if there's an underlying issue that drove your argument. If you had a big argument, it's doubtful it was over a minor matter. Try and figure out where you disagree and what you can do to reconcile the disagreement. Sometimes simply acknowledging that you feel differently about a subject can help ease tensions. The two of you will end up taking certain things less personally if you understand where you differ personality wise. Don't: force your girlfriend (or yourself) to change on every point of disagreement.Do: suggest ways to limit conflict, such as avoiding contentious activities or topics while you're together. After contemplating your actions and role in the argument, apologize for any wrongdoing. Make the apology as specific and sincere as possible, to demonstrate that you have heard and understood your girlfriend's concerns. Don't: try to defend your actions with a "but..." or a reference to your girlfriend's behavior.Do: accept her reaction calmly, even if it's "Yes, you were a jerk."


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Use the right shampoo and conditioner for straight hair. Brush your hair with a large flat paddle brush. Use styling products that have a finish. Pick the right heat-styling tools. Avoid daily heat styling.

Answer: It is important to choose a shampoo and conditioner that will help to keep your straight hair from becoming fine and limp. Preferably one that adds volume (especially if your hair is naturally fine). If regular shampoo doesn't work for you, try a sulphate and silicone free shampoo. The brush will not only tame your strands but also polish your hair and smooth it. To make your hair look glossy, apply a light volumizing mousse before you blow dry. If you need hold, use a flexible-hold hairspray. If you need to flat iron your hair, choose a tool with variable heat settings. Use the lowest heat setting that effectively irons your hair to avoid heat-related damage and always apply a heat protectant before you use a heat-styling tool. Use a curling iron or curling wand if you want to create a wavy appearance in your hair. A simple braid or an elegant one can be worn on days when you don't want to or shouldn't style your hair. Occasional hot rollers are okay, but you should mostly embrace your straight locks.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Choose 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) thick cut steaks.

Answer: The flavor of very thin steaks can easily be overwhelmed by a dry rub. Choose steaks that are at least 3⁄4 inch (1.9 cm) thick. Look for cuts of steak that are well marbled with little or no connective tissue. Great choices are ribeye steaks, t-bone steaks, New York strip steak, and sirloin steaks.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Cut fading flowers and their stems down to the next lateral flower or bud. Deadhead to encourage more blooms or to limit self-seeding. Don’t deadhead if you want to encourage more coneflowers or invite birds.

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Once a flower on this plant loses its colorful lustre and the petals begin to dry and wilt, the flower will quickly shrivel up and die. At this point, you can use pruning shears to cut off the spent flower and its stem (called “deadheading”).  Trace down the spent flower’s stem until you reach the next lateral stem with a blooming flower or bud on it. Cut the dead flower’s stem just above this joint. The best time of year for deadheading will vary based on the coneflower blooming season where you live. That said, you should plan to start deadheading about 2 weeks after the first blooms appear, and continue throughout the blooming season. Once a flower fades, the coneflower plant expends energy producing seeds that will eventually fall from the spent flower and sprout new coneflowers in the same area. Deadheading reduces the energy spent on seed production, which may result in more blooms that are longer-lasting and more vibrant.  Deadheading also greatly reduces the number of seeds that fall to the ground, which can help you keep your coneflowers from claiming more garden territory. Many gardeners also believe that deadheading simply makes the plant look prettier as well. If you want the coneflower section of your garden to spread naturally, skip deadheading and let the seeds fall where they may. Each year, the area covered by coneflowers will grow a bit larger.  In fact, after 3-4 years, you may be ready to divide up your intertwined coneflower plants and replant some of them elsewhere. Finches and many other types of birds love coneflower seeds, so don’t deadhead if you want lots of feathered friends to visit your garden!