Any time you interact with another person, take a second or two to acknowledge him. Because you never know what is going on in another person’s life, a simple “hello” or “thank you” can go very far in making the person feel worthy and happy. In turn, the person’s reaction may bring you joy with the response you get.  Start off any interaction with a smile. It doesn’t even need to be a big, toothy grin. A smile to a person you walk past may get a smile in return. Generally, the nicer you are to others, the more they will want you around and you’ll experience the positive social consequences. Make eye contact whenever you can. Consider greeting others with a cheerful “hello.” Remember to say “please” and “thank you.” Saying these things and incorporating positive behaviors become a habit over time. Even at tough times, they can offer a glimmer of humanity to other people who are struggling. Doing something nice for another person, like offering a compliment or paying for her lunch, can bring both of you a lot of joy. In any situation, consider making a small and kind gesture to another person. Not only will this bring the other person joy, but may also brighten your spirits. Keep in mind that you don’t have to do something grand. Buying coffee for a friend or colleague who is having a hard time or giving someone a kind word can help the other person—and you—be joyful. There are a lot of people in the world who are less fortunate than you. They may not have a home, job, or their health. Giving some time to these people can give them a glimmer of hope and joy and make you feel great, too. Offer your time to a health facility or organization that provides aid to those less fortunate than you. Consider working at a place where your skills may be especially welcome. For example, if you like to paint, you could volunteer to paint with sick children or the elderly. You could also help individuals living in shelters develop their job skills.
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One-sentence summary -- Acknowledge a person’s presence. Offer simple acts of kindness. Volunteer your time with the less fortunate.


Before you begin working on your essay, it is crucial to understand what the assignment is about, and to learn if there are any specific rules you need to follow. Read your assignment thoroughly, and assess what you need to do. For example:  Does your essay need to answer a specific question or questions? Is your essay supposed to present a critical analysis of a source, such as a book, poem, film, or work of art? Is the objective to demonstrate your ability to present an original argument based on research? Have you been asked to compare and contrast two ideas, events, or literary or artistic works? Different instructors have different expectations regarding formatting. Check your assignment carefully for formatting guidelines. These might include things like line spacing, total essay length (in words, pages, or paragraphs), font size, page numbers, or requirements for cover pages and section headings. If the formatting requirements aren’t on your assignment sheet, check the course syllabus or ask your instructor. Depending on the subject matter and the personal preferences of your instructor, you may be required to use a particular citation style. In the US, for example:  Essays on subjects in the social sciences usually use APA-style citations. Essays on subjects in the humanities, such as literature or history, typically use MLA or Chicago Style. Essays on medical or health-related topics may use the AMA style, while other sciences have their own discipline-specific styles. The basic rules for most common citation styles are readily available online. For more detailed information, look for a style guide in your school library or bookstore. Don’t be afraid to ask your instructor any questions you may have about the assignment. Most instructors are happy to explain anything that might be unclear, or offer advice on how to approach the assignment. Unless you have been given a very specific assignment, you will probably need to pick a topic to focus on. Before you start writing, figure out what the main point of your essay will be, and how you plan to approach it. Choose a topic that really interests you, or that sparks a particular question you would like to answer.
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One-sentence summary -- Read the instructions carefully. Make note of any formatting requirements. Pay attention to citation style requirements. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand something. Narrow down your topic.


If you don’t know the girl very well, it makes sense to first interact with her publicly on her wall. This type of interaction is a bit more casual, but whatever you say or share may be subject to the comments and likes of others, so keep that in mind. To get a conversation going, try making a good-natured joke about something she’s posted. This shows that you are engaged with what she’s interested in and that you have a sense of humor.  Keep your jokes clean and don’t try to tear down any other comments with yours. If she likes or comments positively on your post, that is a good sign. You could try progressing to a private message, if she’s receptive to your wall posts. Photos are a good way to reinforce a connection with someone you like. If you have photos together from a day at work or school trip, you could post them and tag her. You could also share a funny photo that is not of the two of you but appropriate to a post she makes, such as a meme, to make her laugh. If you and the girl you’re trying to chat with have any inside jokes, post one on her wall. Inside jokes are good because they don’t tire out quite as easily as other jokes. Posting one (even if it was created in a larger group) will make her smile and cement a bond between you. In all your Facebook wall interactions, strive to be kind. It can be hard to read sarcasm online. If your tone is difficult to discern, she may interpret your posts as critical, even if that’s not how you mean them.  Phrases to avoid might include, “I’m not rude; I just say what everyone else is thinking.”
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One-sentence summary -- Make a joke on her wall. Share pictures on her wall. Reinforce inside jokes when possible. Be kind.


Look for the Facebook app on your mobile device and tap it. If you logged out of your previous Facebook session, you will be asked to log in again, so enter your registered email address and password into the fields, and tap “Log in” to access your account. Skip this step if you’re still logged into Facebook upon launch. Tap on your name on the header toolbar. You will be brought to your Timeline, or wall. Tap on the Photos box, right below your cover photo. You will be brought to your Photos screen. The photos on the mobile app are organized by albums. Tap on the album where you want to add the photos to. The album will be opened, and the photos inside it will be displayed. Tap on the plus icon on the upper right corner of the album header bar to bring up your mobile media gallery. If you want to upload the photos to a new album instead of an existing one, tap on the “Create Album” box at the upper left corner of the Photos screen. Tap on the photos you want to be uploaded at the same time. The photos will be highlighted. Tap on the “Done” button on the upper right corner of the media gallery view. A small “Update Status” window will appear with your selected photos. You can filter the audience of these photos here, and you can also add a description or a message with your post. Tap the “Post” button on the upper right corner of the “Update Status” window to upload and post your photos. Your status update with your photos will be posted on your Timeline, or wall, and to the corresponding album where they were uploaded to.
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Launch Facebook. Log into your account. Go to Photos. Select an album. Select photos. Post photos.