Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Pick clothes that fit. Pick things you like. Consider a personal shopper. Get your clothes tailored. Pick darker colors.

Answer: Choosing good clothes starts with picking ones that fit you well. The clothes you choose should be form-fitting, not baggy. However, they shouldn't be so form-fitting that they're uncomfortable.  If you've never done it, it can help to measure yourself. Take measurements at your shoulders, chest, waist, hips, and thighs, as well as your inseam. Use a measuring tape meant for measuring the body, which you can find in sewing kits or at craft stores. Your inseam is the line running from your crotch to where you want pants to fall on the inside of your leg. You can take an inseam measurement off a pair of pants that fits you well. Once you have your measurements, you can compare them to typical size charts to get an idea of what should fit. However, you'll still need to try things on because every brand runs a little differently. Don't pick something just because you think a girl will like it if it makes you uncomfortable to wear. You'll look uncomfortable wearing it, and that won't get you anywhere. That being said, think about the occasion when choosing your clothes. You don't want to wear ratty jeans and an old holey t-shirt on a first date. The girl you're dating will expect you to dress up some. If you're not sure what's appropriate, take a fashion-conscious friend along when you go shopping. Just be sure that you don't buy something that makes you really uncomfortable to wear. You can hire people who will find things that look nice on you. Having another person's opinion can be helpful in creating a new look for yourself. Another option is a subscription service that sends you clothes once a month that match your tastes and body type, that you then choose to buy or send back.  If you don't have the money for either of these options, it's fine to ask employees at the store what they think. However, they are being paid to sell clothes, so they have a vested interest in getting you to buy. Plus, many have a wide variety of other duties, so don't take up too much of their time. While you may not be able to afford expensive clothes, getting less expensive clothes tailored to fit you better can make all the difference in how they look. They won't hang off you or be too long in the arm or leg. If you go to the dry cleaners for alterations, it's usually not very expensive. Darker colors often look sharper, mostly because they hide the flaws in the fabric and construction. If you pick lighter fabrics, they tend to show off the flaws if your clothes are cheaper. Plus, lighter fabrics will show more stains.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Ask your friends what he says about you when you're not around. Talk to his friends if you're not ready to ask him yourself. Be straightforward and ask him if you want a definite answer. Tell him your feelings for an indirect approach. Send him a note or text if you're feeling shy.

Answer: If your friends spend time around the guy in question, see if they'll help you figure out how he really friends. For instance, you could ask them to bring you up when you're not around, and see if he has anything to say.  For example, your friend might say, "I think Jamie looks really nice today. Sam, what do you think?" If he jumps on the chance to talk about you, he probably has a crush. If he rolls his eyes or says anything unkind, he probably doesn't. If you really want to know what he's thinking but you haven't quite worked up the courage to ask, try asking his closest friends. Of course, they're probably going to tell him as soon as they talk to him, but it can give you a little insight. You might try saying, "Hey, Stephen, I was wondering if Chris likes me. We hang out a lot, but I'm too shy to ask him." Chances are, if you ask a guy up-front about his feelings, he'll probably tell you. However, try to do it when it's just the two of you, because if he feels put on the spot in front of other people, he might feel too embarrassed to answer. If you're hanging out with a group of people, you might say something like, "Hey Damon, will you walk with me to get a drink?" When you're out of earshot, you could say, "Lately I've been wondering where we stand. Do you like me as more than a friend?" If you're ready to find out for sure what the guy is feeling but you don't want to just come out and ask him directly, find a time when the two of you are alone, and let him know how you feel about him. If you tell him that you like him, he'll probably tell you whether he feels the same or not.  If you'd rather keep things platonic, you might say, "Hey Josh, I just wanted to tell you... We've been hanging out a lot, and you're a really great friend. But, some of my friends think I have a crush on you, and I don't see you that way. I just wanted to let you know." If you like him, try saying something like, "So, I'm not sure exactly how you feel, but I like you a lot, and not just as a friend." Sometimes talking to someone in person can seem intimidating. If you're having trouble working up the courage to ask him, try writing him a note or sending him a text, instead. That way, you can plan out exactly what you want to say, and he'll have time to think about his response, too. Try keeping it short and sweet by saying something like, "I really like you, and I was wondering if you like me too?"


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Get your feet into position. Ready the ball. Lower the ball. Lean your shoulders forward.

Answer:
Stand with your non-dominant foot in front with your toes facing forward. Your dominant foot should be in the back with toes pointed slightly out.  Shift your weight to your dominant foot. Make sure your hips are facing straight forward, not angled to the side. Cup your non-dominant hand slightly and place the ball in it. Make sure the ball securely balanced so it won't wobble or fall out of your hand.   Keep your fingers slightly loose to distribute the weight of the ball.  This will help it stay balanced. Don't grip the ball with your fingers.  You want it to be stable, but it still has to be able to fly out of your hand when you hit it. Bring the arm holding the ball across to the side of your body in front of your hitting arm.  The ball should be at the height of your mid-thigh.   Straighten the arm with the ball in it, and move it to the side by shifting your arm at the shoulder, not the elbow. You want the ball to be low so that you can put more power into it as you move your whole body forward and up. Move your hips back and keep your upper back straight as you bring your shoulders towards the ball.  This brings your a little closer to the ball so that you have more control.  Don't hunch over but make sure you aren't standing up straight. As your hips move back, you can raise the toes on your front foot so your heel is touching the ground and your toes are pointing up.