In other words, don't make yourself available at the last minute.

FORBES: Business Basics

Don't make yourself the hero.

BBC: Joseph Kony campaign under fire

If you don't have a seat, then make yourself comfortable.

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"I think that may require considerable executive function to make sure you don't blow yourself up, " he said.

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"All you do is walk around and make yourself known but you don't do anything to help anybody, " she said.

BBC: Voter mars Labour launch

Don't be afraid to trip, stumble, make a fool out of yourself sometimes.

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We also have some great suggestions for non-consumerist gifts of time and if you're crafty, don't forget to check out our DIY guide for cool make-it-yourself gift ideas like these useful texting gloves and this curiously strong solar charger upcycled from an old Altoids tin.

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If you make a mistake and take the money out yourself, the IRS won't let you fix it.

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These blocks can be used to make a roof or a windbreak, which cuts windchill (and don't bury yourself, you'll need a ventilation hole).

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We believe in a government that unleashes the creativity and initiative of Americans, government that doesn't make your choices for you, but works to make sure you have more choices to make for yourself.

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You know, the HMOs say: Well, this all sounds very good, but we can't afford it, and if you -- and they always try to make you think only of yourself, your healthy self -- if you, your healthy self...

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