A key component in being an independent woman is being confident with who you are. Part of that entails being true to yourself. Don't try to be a mirror image of other women. Figure out your own strengths and interests and focus on those.  Don't fall victim to bad fashion trends. Looking your best will help you feel your best. Dress in a style that is flattering and makes you feel comfortable and confident. Avoid the pressure to conform to your gender. Many women feel certain pressures to look and act in certain ways simply because they are female, but you don't have to if you don't do or be anything considered "feminine" if you don't wan to. You do not have to wear make-up or dress a certain way. Likewise, you do not have to like stereotypical female activities such as shopping or romantic movies. Maybe there is a specific fear that keeps you from being independent. Perhaps you are nervous about living alone or have general anxiety issues. You are not alone, and there are steps you can take to overcome your fears.  Try exposure therapy. Exposing yourself to your fears in small doses has proven very effective. For example, if you suffer anxiety when meeting new people, ask a friend to go with you to a new social event. Gradually work up the nerve to attend by yourself. Seek professional help. If your anxieties are keeping you from becoming independent or achieving another goal, try seeing a mental health professional. Counseling can help reduce anxiety. Being independent means being in control of your choices, but it doesn't mean you can't rely on others. Women form strong bonds with friends and family members. Don't be afraid to ask for and accept help when you need it. Be specific when asking for help. Be honest about what you need, and allow someone give you assistance. A positive attitude will help you come across to others as a confident woman. It will also help you feel good about yourself, and give you the strength you need to be independent. Avoid negative thoughts. Instead, take time to compliment yourself each day. You are the only one who can truly change your life. Acknowledge that you are responsible for your own choices. Once you realize that you are in control, you will feel more confident. This will lead to increased independence.

Summary: Be yourself. Face your fears. Accept help. Think positively. Take responsibility for yourself.


Most mechanical bulls are surrounded by bouncy, padded flooring. Use this padding to hop up and get your right or left leg over the bull. Then, use your hands and arms to steady yourself on top. Your legs should hang down on each side of the bull's back.  Some people might have trouble initially mounting the bull because it is too high. This is why you should use the padded flooring to your advantage. Try not to jump too high because you might miss and jump over the bull completely. Mechanical bulls will either have a padded strap or a long rope handle that you can hold on to. Use this after you jump up on the bull to stable yourself and adjust your positioning. It is best to hold on to it underhanded with your non-dominant hand. Holding on to the rope underhand allows for the best stability when the bull is in motion. It also helps you to release your grip more easily when you fall. It's best to position your body as far forward on the saddle as you can. This will help to minimize your movement, which will ultimately keep you on the bull longer. Once you are far up on the saddle, squeeze the sides of the bull with your thighs so you are firmly rooted to the bull's body. Position your legs forward and avoid angling them behind you when you're sitting on the bull. If your feet are behind you, it will be harder for you to balance while the bull is moving and you may fall forward on the bull if it moves down. Once your legs are positioned correctly, dig your heels into the sides of the bull and point your toes outward. This will allow you to get a better grip on the bull with your feet. Don't use your toes to try to hold on to the bull. They do not have enough strength to keep a good grip.

Summary: Jump up and bring 1 leg over the bull to sit in the saddle. Hold on to the rope palm up with your non-dominant hand. Move your body forward in the saddle and squeeze it with your thighs. Pull your legs forward. Dig your heels into the bull's side.


Click the Select Tool in the toolbar or press "V".  Then click an object in the background.  Press the Delete key to remove the object.  If your background is one solid color, you should only have to click the background and press the Delete key.  If there is more detail in the background, you may have to select and delete multiple objects.  To select multiple objects, hold the Shift key while clicking all the objects you want to select. If there are multiple objects in the background that have the same color, you can select all objects of the same color using the Magic Wand Tool.  It's the tool that resembles a wand with sparks at the tip in the toolbar to the left. Adobe Illustrator can save the image as an AI file, EPS file, SVG or PDF. The .EPS format is widely used in almost all graphic applications and word processing programs.  You can also save the image as a PDF.  Use the following steps to save your image:  Click File. Click Save as  Type a name for the file next to "File name". Use the drop-down menu next to "File format" to select the image format. Click Save. PNG files are high-quality web images that support transparent backgrounds. This file type works best for photos, as they can support up to 16 million colors and allow images with transparent background images.  You can also save the image as a JPEG image, but this format doesn't allow transparent backgrounds.  Use the following steps to export the image.  Click File. Click Export. Type a name for the file next to "File name". Use the drop-down menu next to "File format" to select the image format. Click Save.

Summary: Select background objects with the Select Tool and press Delete. Save your image. Export the image as a PNG file.


Sometimes, it’s easy to overreact when you feel threatened or insecure in your friendship. Talking to someone you trust who isn’t involved in your friendship can help you get your feelings and frustration out before you start an argument. Your parents and teachers were young once, too, and they have probably been through something similar and can give you advice on how to handle the problem. If your friend is stolen from you, that doesn’t mean that they don’t like you anymore. Say “Hi” when you see them, and ask them how things are. You might even want to text them to tell them that you miss them, and if they respond positively, invite them to hang out. Sometimes, a new friend can feel exciting, but that excitement can wear off in a few weeks. Try not to hold a grudge against your best friend for making a new friend, and forgive them by welcoming them back as your friend. with new people. If your conversations didn’t go so well, you might want to start making new friends to take your mind off of the old problems. New friends can help remind you that there are plenty of fish in the sea, and you can learn new things from them. You might just find that your new friends are much better for you.
Summary: Talk to a parent or teacher about how you’re feeling. Reach out to your friend to let them know you’re thinking about them. Work on making friends