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o Identify and move away any important documents or electronic gadgets that might get damaged by the liquid.
o Find the closet source to clean the spill; tissue, cloth, towel, etc.
o Prevent the spill from affecting other surfaces. If the spill was on a table, make sure the liquid doesn’t drip off to the chair/s or to the floor.
o Start cleaning from the outer edges to the center of the spill.
o If any liquid other than water was spilt, make sure you take a wet wipe and clean the surface.
o If your parents or someone is upset with you, try to understand their concern.
o Apologize for your mistake and provide as much help as possible.
o Don’t blame yourself for the mistake.
o Accidents are unavoidable, however we should be careful.
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Ø A wallet too big is difficult to carry. Buy one that easily fits your pockets.
Ø Prefer a wallet with a zip as the money notes will not drop off.
Ø Write your name, contact number and email address in one of the pockets. In case you loose it, someone might be able to return it to you.
Ø Coins do make the wallet heavy but it is always a good idea to have some handy. You can make quick purchases or help your parents get the parking ticket.
Ø Before keeping any important documents in your wallet, inform your parents.
Ø For emergencies, keep a list of contact numbers of some of your relatives.
Ø Equip your wallet with bandages, toothpicks and tissues.
Ø Take responsibility of your gaming cards. It will save your parents the trouble of storing them.
Ø Cary a part of your pocket money, and remember savings are vital!
Ø Even if you have money on you, ask your parents before making a purchase. They will help you take the right decision.
ü Take a small serving to start your meal.
ü Take small morsels and chew well before swallowing.
ü Avoid making crunching sounds while eating.
ü If someone insists you to try a particular dish, considering your taste or liking, accept their offer.
ü Do not take heaped spoonfuls while serving; it would save you from dealing with a soiled table cloth.
ü Always taste a dish before helping yourself with a big serving – you will feel contented and you will get to eat what suits your taste buds better.
ü Taste all the tempting dishes to avoid mouthwatering situations when someone praises a dish, especially when the meal is over.
ü Avoid taking the last share of a dish – be considerate towards others who might not have had a share.
The Friday Class article is published in Young Times.
Things to Remember… Early Morning
Posted on: August 7, 2008
Ø Stretch your arms and your legs – you will feel the tiredness vanish from your body.
Ø Look out of the window and enjoy the sight of a fresh day – add some accessories to your outfit that suit the weather; hat, sun glasses or an umbrella.
Ø Look in the mirror and smile at yourself.
Ø Brush your teeth and use a mouthwash.
Ø Make your bed; at least put the pillow in its correct place.
Ø Spare a glance at your room. If you feel that the things on your side table need to be adjusted, please spend a couple of minutes doing so.
Ø Greet your parents with your best smile.
Ø Have your breakfast without making a fuss.
Ø Read the headlines in the newspaper, they make interesting discussion topics during the break-time.
Ø Leave for school with a sweet note – wish your parents a good day and tell them that you really love them.
The Friday Class article is published in Young Times.
ü Avoid thinking reasons that might have caused the delay – they tend to upset you.
ü Spend some time with your mobile; change display settings, update your to-do list or scroll through the image gallery.
ü Set reminders for unfinished tasks and upcoming events.
ü Hum a song or look around for something to read – magazines, newspapers, notice boards, road signs or emergency instructions.
ü Stop yourself from making endless calls to the person whom you are waiting for.
ü Appreciate beautiful things that are in your surroundings.
ü Plan activities for the rest of the day – organize your plan of action.
ü If the person is a usual latecomer, avoid thinking about previous instances when you had to wait for him/her – this will spoil your mood and upset you.
ü Make calls to friends or relatives whom you always wanted to talk to but did not find time to do so – this will help you to stay in touch with old friends.
ü Think of pleasant and innovative ways to greet the person.
ü Sit at a good distance from the television.
ü Keep the volume audible – neither too high nor too low.
ü Choose to watch appropriate programs; make use of the remote control intelligently!
ü Time yourself! TV time should not exceed one and a half hours.
ü Make yourself comfortable – fetch some cushions or a blanket to feel cozy.
ü It’s always fun to much as you watch TV. So get yourself some healthy snacks like popcorn, dry cornflakes, cracker sandwiches, salads or dried fruits.
ü Change your sitting position after 10-15 minutes. This won’t stress your muscles.
ü Your reaction to what you watch on TV reveals a part of your personality – your thoughts and ideas and your likes and dislikes. Therefore, be cautious of this when in a big group of people.
ü If you are watching TV with other people, make sure that you offer them to take charge of the remote control for some time.
ü If you find something on TV that interests someone you know, then give them a call to let them know about it.
§ Give your best smile.
§ Blinkers off! Keep your eyes open.
§ Avoid making funny faces.
§ Obediently take suggestions of the photographer – it will save you from lamenting later.
§ Not to crack jokes just before the camera clicks.
§ Look at the camera to avoid turning yourself into a monster with red eyes.
§ Be thankful and say ‘thank you’ to the photographer.
§ Suggest using the timer option (if available) to include the photographer in the photograph. This will add an element of surprise.
§ Do not spoil the photograph by making donkey ears.
§ Offer the photographer to take his photograph.
The Friday Class article is published in Young Times.
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Things to Remember… When Cracking a Joke
Posted by: thefridayclass on: August 7, 2008
§ What you choose to tell as a joke and how you tell it, reflects your personality.
§ Remember that jokes are told to laugh with people, not to laugh at them.
§ Avoid relating incidents that might embarrass the people around you.
§ The comments you make should not offend any culture or religion.
§ Do not use your imagination to exaggerate the incident – relate it as it happened because it entails spontaneity.
§ Be sincere, honest and sensitive.
§ Losing decency to win people’s smiles is often proves to be unworthy.
§ Mimicry of people does offer temporary audience but it leaves you unaccompanied in the long run.
§ Avoid giving too many details – it tends to spread boredom amongst the listeners.
§ Quick and witty humor is more enjoyable than practical jokes. It helps you find like-minded people and prevents you from facing hard consequences.