Problem: Article: Set a colander in the sink and put the frozen shrimp into it. Run cold tap water over the shrimp for 5 minutes so the cold water thaws the seafood. Use your fingers to break up the frozen shrimp halfway through the thawing time. If you're prepping the shrimp in advance and want a gentler thawing method, move your package of frozen shrimp to the refrigerator about 24 hours before you plan on cooking them. Once your shrimp are thawed and deveined, pat them firmly with a paper towel to remove all moisture. Do this on the other side of the shrimp as well. Drying the shrimp helps them fry instead of steam in the pan.
Summary: Run cold water over the shrimp if you want to quickly defrost them. Refrigerate the shrimp overnight for a hands-off thawing method. Pat the shrimp dry before you cook them.

Problem: Article: Establish a time to get to nap. Having this designated time can help regulate your circadian rhythms, or body clock, and may also help you fall asleep during the day without stress.  When you set your nap, make sure that you consider factors like eating and time of day. You want to let yourself digest food for an hour or so, for example, so that it doesn't hamper your ability to fall asleep.  The best way to set your internal body clock is to nap at the same time every day.  Don't set a naptime that is too early or late. If you can't fit it in one day, don't stress. You may find you can fall asleep more easily in the evening without a nap.  Stick to this schedule as much as possible and adjust it if necessary. You won't want or be able to sleep if your space isn't comfortable. By controlling factors such as the temperature and darkness, having comfortable bedding or sleeping gear, and removing stimulating electronics, you will help yourself fall asleep during the day.  Set temperature in bedroom to between 60-75 degrees for optimal sleeping conditions.  Keep computers, TV and work materials out of room as much as possible help yourself rest without stress or stimulation.  Light stimulates you to be awake, so make sure that your room is dark enough to help your brain rest and fall asleep. You can use curtains or eye masks to help with rooms that are exposed to a lot of light.  Noise will also keep you from getting to sleep. Keep your room as quiet as possible and consider a white noise machine to combat any loud noises that may filter into your bedroom.  A comfortable mattress, pillows, and bedding can help you fall asleep. If you are in an office or library, a small pillow may be all you need to fall asleep. Caffeine, alcohol, and cigarettes are stimulants that will interrupt your sleep. Avoiding them before you want to sleep or nap may help you fall asleep more quickly.  If you consume nicotine or caffeine, avoid them within at least an hour of your naptime. If you work the night shift, then limit your caffeine intake to the beginning of your shift.  If you have alcohol with lunch, limit yourself to one to two alcoholic drinks and don't try and sleep immediately after drinking them. Eating too close to your naptime or having a heavy lunch can affect your ability to fall asleep. Eat lighter fare such as a salad a couple of hours before you want to sleep to help ensure that you are able to fall and stay asleep. Heavy or spicy meals can cause discomfort and indigestion. Your body needs time to shift into sleep mode. Wind down an hour before your naptime with simple tasks or activities to help you fall asleep.  Try and avoid electronics such as televisions, laptops, tablets, and smart phones within an hour of your naptime if you can. Shows, work, or social media stimulate your brain.  Consider reading or doing another activity that will help relax you and make you drowsy.  Dim the lights in your sleeping space. Light will stimulate you, so dimming the lights within an hour of your naptime can signal your brain that time to sleep. Once you've begun to wind down towards your naptime, establishing a ritual can help you fall asleep. There are different activities you can do as a part of your ritual such as having tea or even a warm bath.  A ritual can relieve anxiety, stress or excitement that might make it difficult to fall asleep.  Reading a book with the lights dimmed will relax and entertain you while not overstimulating you. A warm cup of herbal tea such as lavender or chamomile will relax you and help you sleep. A warm bath can relax you. In addition, the rise and fall in body temperature it causes may cause drowsiness Take your nap at the same time every day even if you're not tired. Sticking to this consistent naptime can help you fall asleep or get the rest your body needs. Settling into a comfortable space may help you get to sleep faster even if you don't feel tired.
Summary: Set a fixed nap time. Create a restful environment. Avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages and cigarettes. Eat a light lunch. Do simple tasks before your nap. Create a naptime ritual. Rest even if you're not tired.

Problem: Article: Be honest with yourself. Which of your personality traits prevent you from living the life you want?  Personality traits that get you into trouble, damage your relationships, or interfere with your productivity are probably worth trying to change. If you want to change more than 1 or 2 of your traits, you might find it helpful to make a list. For example, you might include traits like lying, procrastinating, or self-doubt. Try taking an online personality test to identify specific traits. The NEO Personality Inventory is a good option that is known for its reliability. When you’re talking with someone who knows you well, ask them what they think your faults are. An outside opinion may help you see yourself more objectively. It’s possible that you’re too hard on yourself, or that other people see undesirable traits in you that you haven’t noticed.  Ask someone you can trust to be honest with you. For example, you might ask, “I’m trying to improve myself. Can you can help me pinpoint a few negative traits I have that need changing? Only ask for another person’s opinion if you’re prepared to hear anything they have to say, positive or negative. Once you know which personality traits you want to change, ask yourself why you dislike them. Write down the ways your life would be better if you didn’t have these negative qualities.  Be specific. For instance, you could write, “Because of my impulsive spending, I had to borrow money for rent twice last year. When I get my spending under control, I’ll be able to save money and rely on myself.” Save this paper and reread it if your motivation starts to wane. You may even want to make a list of pros and cons for the trait you want to change. This can help you to determine how the trait is affecting your life and the lives of those around you.
Summary: Examine which aspects of your personality bother you. Ask a friend or family member for their opinion. Figure out how negative traits affect your life.

Problem: Article: Before you apply any makeup, you'll want to determine what will look the most natural on your eyebrows and the shape you want to achieve. To find the right length for your eyebrows, use a pencil and measure a 45-degree angle reaching from the outside of your nose to the outer corner of your eye. Traditionally, your brow should end where the pencil meets your eyebrow. The outside edge should be parallel or slightly higher than the inside edge.  The inside of the eyebrow should line up with the center of your nostril.The arch should be positioned above the outer third of your eye.  If you have an oval face, you may want to go for arched brows that are a little longer.  For a heart-shaped or square face, choose a rounded brow.  For a rectangular face, try curved brows.  If you have a round face, choose an arched brow.
Summary:
Decide what your eyebrows should look like.