If verbal bullying makes you feel physically in danger, don’t try to engage with the person any further. Leave the environment right away and go to a public place with others. If you are a student, tell a teacher, coach, or school counselor. If verbal bullying happens at your workplace, talk to a supervisor or human resources administrator. The point is to tell someone in a position of authority, who can stop the bullying. If the first person you tell about verbal bullying does not take action, keep telling someone until something changes. Sometimes those who attack you verbally are supposedly people who care about you. Friends or family members may insult you or make subtle remarks that hurt your feelings. When this happens, get distance from the person.  If at all possible, end the relationship and avoid the person completely. If you are unable to completely cut the person from your life, take measures to limit your contact with them. Also, avoid being alone with them whenever possible. Just because someone bullies you, you don’t have to play the role of “victim.” Stand up for yourself and let the person know that you will not accept verbal bullying. Do this by  enforcing your personal boundaries.  For instance, tell the person, “I refuse to be insulted. If you cannot talk to me respectfully, do not talk to me at all.” You might also say, “I will not accept verbal attacks. If you continue, I will leave.” You may also want to add, "You are wasting your time because I know that only weak people bully."
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One-sentence summary -- Leave if you feel unsafe. Tell someone in authority. Terminate your relationship with the attacker. Draw a boundary.


Shake the can before beginning, and hold it about 6 inches (15 cm) away from the rim. Apply a very thin layer! If you spray too much, it will drip, run, and ruin the look of your rims. Again, work your way from the top of the rim to the bottom, using short back-and-forth strokes. Avoid touching the rim to see if it’s dry, which could smudge the finish. Instead, wait 30 minutes before adding the second layer. Take your time when spraying the clear coat so that the entire rim is evenly coated. It’s best to let the clear coat dry fully before moving on. If the clear coat isn’t dry, you could ruin the finish and have the start the entire project over. If you can’t wait 24 hours, wait at least 12 hours before removing the masking tape. Once the clear coat is completely dry, you can remove the masking tape and the masking paper or drop cloths. Don’t forget to replace the center cap as well. Pick up rim polish from your local auto parts store. Apply it according to the package directions. This will help restore the shine of the rims and make them look new.
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One-sentence summary -- Spray a thin layer of clear coat over the rims. Let the clear coat dry for 30 minutes, then add another layer. Allow the clear coat dry for 12-24 hours. Remove the masking tape and replace the center cap. Polish the rims to restore their shine.


When first meeting a girl, a handshake is enough. Be relaxed and always use common sense: such as don’t crowd up against her, bring your face near hers, or touch inappropriate areas such as the face. As you build your relationship, use your judgment as to how much physical contact is welcome. Start with gentle hand and shoulder brushes during conversations and standing close during opportune times such as parties and concerts.  If you desire a relationship, ramp up your contact, slowly and naturally, as you go. Then you can try hugging and flirting if she is okay with it. Don’t touch a girl if it’s not desired. Respect her personal boundaries and pull back if she feels uncomfortable. Behave with grace around girls. Inappropriate actions including swearing, farting, or telling rude jokes are sure to make a girl not want to be around you. Show respect and good manners by holding open the door and saying please and thank you. Talk to everyone — boys, trans people, and so on — the same way you’d talk to a girl.  Show everyone respect and kindness and listen to what they have to say. Avoid starting fights--violence isn’t a good way to impress anyone! When girls are around, they’ll see how genuine and mature you are. This is hard to do when arguing or encountering someone you don’t like, but try to avoid outbursts of emotion. Breathe deeply and control what you say. When all is said and done, you’ll be proud of yourself for taking the high road, even if a girl isn’t around to be impressed by it! Talking badly about someone who isn’t present has the same effect as an unpleasant confrontation in-person, and sometimes it can be even worse! Avoid gossiping. Sharing negative information will make you look immature to girls and cause them to wonder if you talk about them too when they’re not around. Continue to be respectful as much as possible. In return, don’t speak negatively about girls or share their secrets with your friends. This information may get back to them and give you a bad reputation. Show them your trustworthiness and they’ll soon consider you a loyal friend.
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One-sentence summary -- Respect personal space. Display good manners. Treat everyone the same. Don’t talk about people behind their backs.


In the past, you could be the best player on your team in your senior year of high school and that would be enough to secure you a scholarship. Things have changed and colleges now try to identify players much earlier than before. Aim to play on your school's basketball team all throughout high school to increase the chances of getting a scholarship. Practice as often as possible, and make sure you practice the right way. Instead of shooting randomly at the hoop, practice specific drills to improve your skills. For instance, set a goal to make 10 free throws in a row before you move onto another drill. The Amateur Athletic Union promotes amateur sports in the United States. While playing on your high school team is vital for getting a scholarship, you can increase your chances by joining a team outside of school as well. Not only will you be playing more basketball, you'll also be able to develop your game by playing with different players.  Playing for more than one team will show college recruiters that you are dedicated, driven, and have a passion for the sport. The AAU breaks their teams down into age groups. It has 17-and-under and 15-and-under teams. Tournaments that are sponsored by the AAU are sometimes called high-profile recruiting camps because collegiate basketball programs rely on the tournaments to scout the best players in a central location. You can find the Amateur Athletic Union website here: http://aausports.org/. Summer camps and showcase events are attended by coaches from colleges across the United States. You can use these events to stand out and show your talent in front of these coaches, all of whom are looking to recruit some talent for their college teams. You can also talk to and develop connections with coaches at these events.  You can find details for camps in your area at the following website: http://www.basketballcampsusa.com/. The NCAA website contains details of the most elite basketball showcase camps: https://web3.ncaa.org/bbcs/publishedEvents.
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Play basketball as much as you can to improve your game. Join an Amateur Athletic Union team in your area. Attend summer camps to grab coaches' attention.