Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Health: [header] How to be less whiny [title] Ask what you want in a polite, normal voice. [step] If your parents or other adults hear whining, they may often shut down with a firm " no " or even ignore you. Try asking whatever you want in your normal voice and make sure you're polite about it.

Ending1: You may find that this gets you much farther in your request than whining to the adult. [substeps] Make sure to use your usual voice or even try a whisper if that helps you. Ending2: No one wants to have to answer a demanding question like, " where do you have to go? ". [substeps] Try something like, " hey mom, i'm not feeling my best today, and i'd like a glass of water right now. Ending3: They might not like it, but that is okay. [substeps] For example, if your mom says no, thank her for her time and give her your phone, but explain that you will ask for it later. Ending4: This should lessen the potential for your parents or other adults wondering what the heck is going on, and may even promote more assertiveness. [substeps] When asking for food, tell them what you want.

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