Fold your bath towel into thirds, length-wise, then drape it over the top of a hanging bar with the folded side underneath. Then, fold a matching hand towel into thirds the same way. Drape it over the center of the already-hanging bath towel for a layered effect. Repeat this process with another set of towels if there’s space on the hanging bar. Purchase three identical hanging bars, double-checking to make sure they’re not wider than your door. Evenly space the bars along the length of the door, then hang the hardware according to the package directions.  Alternate the colors of the towels for a more deliberate look—black and white for a monochromatic color scheme, for instance, or warm tones for a bathroom painted in shades of yellow or red. Bar racks are the most common fixture used to hang towels, but hooks offer another functional and stylish option. Install individual hooks in the most space-efficient way, or find a coat rack or accordion rack that matches your decor. Hang decorative hooks featuring the initial of each towel user for a more personalized arrangement. If you have the space, prop a tall wooden ladder against one wall of your bathroom to introduce a touch of rustic flair. Hang your larger towels across the middle and upper rungs. Smaller towels can go closer to the bottom.  To ensure that the ladder doesn’t slip across the bathroom floor, attach rubber tips made for chair legs to the feet of the ladder. To make the ladder even more secure, attach the top to the wall with hooks and eyes. This is a great option when you aren’t able to permanently install hooks or bars on your bathroom walls. Position the coat rack near the tub or shower to make sure that the towels are close by when they are needed. The hooks can be used for other bathroom necessities, like loofahs or robes. If the coat rack is wood rather than metal or plastic, paint or seal the surface to protect it from moisture.

Summary: Fold your towels into thirds and layer with smaller towels for a spa-like feel. Stack a trio of towel bars on the back of the door to save space. Install hooks on your bathroom wall for an alternative to a towel bar. Drape your towels over the rungs of a ladder. Repurpose a coat rack in the bathroom for a quirky touch.


Pay attention to where exits are located, objects and visual obstructions near you, and the people in your immediate area (or a lack of others entirely).  Know where the nearest populated environment is to your current location, in case you feel threatened and need to seek a crowd. Know where the nearest police or fire station is in areas you normally drive through. Don’t mistake familiarity for security.  Even if you are in a parking lot you often drive through or stop in during the day, do not assume it is also a safe place at night. Whether you are walking down the street or to your car, driving around an unfamiliar place, or jogging in a park, it is always better to be with someone you know than alone.  If you must go somewhere alone, tell someone in your family or housemates where you are going and at what time. If you live alone, text a friend or family member letting them know where you will be and when to expect to hear from you next. Walk confidently, looking ahead, like you know exactly where you are heading.  Never look lost or unsure of what you are doing or where you are going.  Don’t ask random people on the street for directions. Go inside a shop and ask a member of staff instead. Always park near a lit lamppost in car parks. This will keep your car illuminated at night and also will be easier to remember where you parked so you aren’t walking aimlessly around the area or looking for your car. Do this as soon as you get into your car. Avoid sitting in a parking lot fiddling with the radio, checking your mobile phone, putting on your seatbelt, or anything else you tend to do before you start driving. Always keep your doors locked while driving, especially in urban areas where there are lots of traffic lights and junctions. Most burglaries occur by criminals by trying out door handles or windows in a neighborhood until they find one that is unlocked. Don't risk it.

Summary: Be aware of your surroundings, always. Travel with someone whenever possible, especially at night. Act with purpose. Lock your car doors. Lock your doors and windows at home.


You are likely to run into your ex best friend again sometime. When this happens, you need to be calm and collected. If you can avoid talking altogether, that’s great. If not, say hello, and be polite.  If you see your old friend at a party and they ask how you have been, respond with something like “I’ve been doing well. I hope you are well, too.” If you run into your former friend at a school event, just acknowledge them and keep going on your way. Being polite does not mean that you have to entertain your ex best friend for a long period of time. Answer any questions briefly, if you are comfortable answering them at all. Avoid asking questions; they only invite more conversation.  Be polite if they try to start a casual conversation. For example, if they ask about your mom, say something like “My mom is doing well, thanks." The key here is not to add anything that might continue the conversation, such as "I hope your parents are well," or "How is your mom?" If you have no interest in rekindling your friendship, do not be too accommodating. Be polite in the moment, and leave that moment with closure. If you make it appear as though you miss your ex best friend that opens to the door to starting the friendship and/or fight back up.  You don't have to say “It’s great to see you,” or “See you again soon.” This will give them false hope for reigniting the friendship. End the conversation with something like “I’m glad you're doing well, but if you’ll excuse me, I need to go talk to my date (or any other person you can think of). Goodbye.”
Summary: Try to be polite. Keep it short. Leave no room for misinterpretation.