Q: Your towel should be long enough so that it falls past your shoulders when it hangs from the top of your head. Your towel should be wide enough to reach from the nape of your neck to your to your hairline. If your towel is much wider than your head, you can fold the towel in half so it fits better around your head. It is a good idea to designate hair towels that are specifically for drying your hair.  You may want to use a soft towels made of microfiber or an old, clean t-shirt to dry your hair because these materials will leave your hair softer.  If you have short hair, you should use a shorter towel. Some people like to use a plush towel to wrap their heads because of how soft and comfy it feels; however, microfiber towels are preferred by people with curly hair because they are less abrasive to the hair cuticle.   You can also use a soft t-shirt to wrap your hair. Just like the microfiber towels, the softer material will not create as much friction with your cuticles as a fluffy towel and can leave your hair softer.   You can also buy a hair wrap from a department store like Target. These wraps are made of absorbent microfiber and are lighter and easier to wrap on top of your head than a towel. Bend over at the waist, and use your hands to brush all of your hair down over the top of your head so that all of your hair is hanging upside down in front of your face. Pick a spot to bend over where you have room flip your hair over. The middle of the towel should sit at the nape of your neck on your back hairline. Adjust the sides of your towel so that both sides have the same amount of fabric hanging on each side. Then bring together the two sides of the towel to the middle point at the front of your hairline, and hold the sides of the towel together firmly. Hold the sides of your towel around your hairline so that the towel applies pressure to your head but is not so tight that it squeezes your head. If your wrap is too tight, it may give you a headache. Tuck the towel behind your ears. Some people like to put the towel over their ears, but this makes it harder to hear. This should be enough time for your towel to wick away all of the excess moisture that it can absorb from your hair. If after an hour your hair is still wet, use another hair towel that is dry to replace the hair wrap until your hair is damp dry.
A: Select a towel that is the right size. Flip your hair over your head. Wrap the towel snugly around your head. Keep your hair in the towel wrap for 30-60 minutes.

Article: The earlier you express your concern, the better. Talk to the person about their behaviors and what you find dangerous or harmful. Discuss specific examples of their behavior that worry you.  When talking, do your best to remain nonjudgmental in your words. Approaching the person with judgment can cause them to feel defensive. For example, say, “When you came home last night, you were noticeably drunk. I’m concerned that your use is causing you to drive home unsafely, which puts you and other people at risk.” Avoid nagging or pushing the person to change. You can't force a person with addiction problems to change. You can only help them find the motivation within themselves to change. Empathy is a way to connect with another person’s thoughts and feelings. Even though you are not going through the same experiences, you can imagine what it would feel like. Empathy can be a beacon of hope for someone with an addiction, as they often feel alone or like nobody understands their struggles or pain.  Show the person with addiction that you care and can empathize with how they feel. A feeling of connection can help the person feel valued, human, and not alone.  Say something like, “I know you’re struggling, and I’m sorry you’ve had difficult experiences. I’ve never had a traumatic childhood, but I can see how much it’s affected you and hurt you.” Be a supportive friend by engaging in good listening skills. Let the person talk about their thoughts and feelings. Avoid interrupting them or completing their thoughts for them. Instead, put your attention onto listening and understanding what they say. Some people with addiction problems struggle with understanding their thoughts and feelings, and having the opportunity to express them can help them sort through these aspects of their life. For example, instead of planning what you will say next, tune into the person’s verbal and nonverbal language. Remind them of all the good qualities they have. Go over all the things they've accomplished and succeeded at with them. Showing the person their strengths can help empower them so they're ready to make lifestyle changes.  Remind the person that their addiction doesn't define them and that they're separate from their addiction. There’s often a fine line between supporting and enabling behaviors. If you’re having a hard time distinguishing these behaviors from one another, note whether you keep secrets for the addict, lie to other people to protect the addict, cover up for their problems, or blame other people for their behavior. These are all enabling behaviors, not things that ‘good friends’ do for each other. If you catch yourself enabling the person, cut off those actions immediately. Tell the person with addiction problems that you want to support them, but refuse to enable their drug use habits.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Express your concern. Show empathy. Listen to them speak. Help show them their strengths. Disengage from enabling practices.

Q: In some cases, such as opening nights and special "black tie" events hosted by the theater, attending a stage production might require formal dress. For these occasions, you should plan to piece together some of the more elegant selections from your wardrobe. Typically, black and white will be the best chromatic choices for such events. If a production is advertised as "black tie" or "white tie," or if it's an inherently formal type of event, like an opening night or opera, this means that formal dress standards are expected. In contemporary times, the rules of formal dress have changed somewhat. One effective strategy is to dress in a manner similar to the way you would for a night out at an upscale restaurant, or perhaps even a professional setting. If you're a woman, this may be a mid-length skirt or pant suit, although evening wear like a tasteful cocktail dress will create a more alluring look. Men should choose a well-fitting suit in dark, neutral evening hues; shirtsleeves with a tie and pressed slacks are also generally acceptable. For modern formal theater events, the same attire you might wear to a wedding, funeral or charity dinner will generally be sufficient. Finalize your formal look with necklaces, bracelets, watches and other jewelry. Wear closed-toes shoes with appropriate stockings or dress socks, even in the summer. Carry a matching purse or handbag for small belongings (if you have a larger bag that might take up too much aisle space, leave it at home). And, of course, be courteous to the actors and other patrons and keep cell phones and other devices put away until after the show.  Oversized or abundant jewelry can look gaudy and distract from a sharp outfit. Binoculars are permissible if the theater where the production is being staged is quite large, or for those with who have trouble seeing at a distance. Because they don't make noise or emit light, like phones and camera, binoculars are considered normal theater accessories. Your hair is also a vital part of your appearance. Scruffy hair that is tangled and in need of a wash can spoil an otherwise dapper ensemble, so be sure to wash it the night before or the morning of the show. Buns, loose curls or straightened hair is encouraged for women. Men should keep hair tamed with pomade, slick or part hair that is grown out or pull long hair back neatly.  Consult a style guide for options on how to style hair of your consistency and length. As silly as it sounds, hats and tall hairdos can obstruct the view of the people sitting around you. As a rule, hats should not be worn indoors, and you should think of the other theater patrons when coiffing your locks.
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Pick out flattering formal attire. Wear clothing that is appropriate for a special event setting. Accessorize for your ensemble. Wash and style your hair.