Problem: Article: 'Dressing up' doesn't have to mean getting glamorous or ritzy. What it does mean, however, is that you should put slightly more effort into your appearance than you usually do. This isn't so much for your crush's benefit as for your own. We always feel our most confident when we're looking our best. If this means taking an extra few minutes to soak up steam in the shower, or wearing your favourite shirt, then so be it. In the end, you want to do everything you can to set your mind at rest. Although confidence-boosting is the biggest reason why you should try to look good, it goes without saying that your crush is all that more likely to accept you if you put some added effort into your appearance! Confident body language is a positive vicious cycle. While it goes to show other people that you're feeling confident, using body language like good posture, eye contact and smiling will serve to make you feel even more confident. Even before you meet up with your crush, you should try making a habit of expressing confident body language. You should notice a firm change in the way you feel before too long. A relationship is a two-way street, and both sides need to be getting something out of it. That means you should have a good idea what you'll be bringing into a relationship if it works out in your favour. Start by making a list of things you love most about yourself. Which of these things would benefit a relationship? Do you love your smile? Your crush probably does too. Do you like to laugh? Are you really clever or funny? Now's not the time to be modest!  Reflect upon this list and try to imagine how happy you could make the other person. If you know you have a lot to offer, you'll feel more confident when it comes time to admit your feelings.  If you need any help thinking up things, you should try talking to a friend (who isn't your crush) about what things most stand out about you.
Summary: Dress your best. Use confident body language. Make a list of reasons why you would be great for your crush.

Problem: Article: Maxi skirts are very long and need fabric that is a bit heavier to weigh them down. Find a fabric that is a bit thicker so that it is not see-through and will have enough weight to keep the skirt from blowing around. Use a wide band of elastic to create the waistband at the top; the elastic will be exposed, so choose a color that matches the fabric of your skirt. Try to choose fabric that is large enough to be cut in a single piece. This maxi skirt tutorial uses a single length of fabric, rather than two (or more) smaller pieces sewn together. The two necessary measurements to make a basic maxi skirt are your hips and length. Use a soft measuring tape around the widest part of your hips where your skirt will sit. Then, measure from that point down to your ankles (or where you want the skirt to end). This measurement will probably range somewhere from 40–70 inches (101.6–177.8 cm) depending on your height.  Measure your elastic for the waistband by taking one inch off your hip measurement.  This will make your elastic just tight enough that it won’t slide off or create an awkwardly loose band. Add one inch of extra fabric to both the length and the width for seam allowances. Turn the tube of fabric inside out so that you can work along the top stretch of the material. If you have a serger, serge the edge of the fabric to keep it from fraying. Otherwise, use a zigzag stitch to stabilize the ends. Fold the bottom ½ inch of the skirt up and iron it to create the hem. Use a zigzag stitch or serger to keep the bottom edge of the fabric from fraying. Then, use a straight stitch to attach it to the body of the skirt.
Summary: Choose your materials. Take your measurements. Start the waistband. Finish the hem.

Problem: Article: TEDx Events are put on by local organizations that partner with TED to create TED Talk-like events and discussions. Look for a TEDx Event using the search tool on TED.com: https://www.ted.com/tedx/events. Explore events by location, date, and whether there are spaces available. Look for an event that seems interesting and relevant to your work. Make sure the event is being held at a local venue on a date that fits your schedule so you do not have to travel to attend. Tickets for TEDx Events can be purchased individually through TED.com, as you do not need to send in an application to attend at TEDx Event. The tickets will be significantly cheaper than a TED Talk Conference, range in price from $75-$100 USD, depending on the event. Look for tickets a few weeks or months before the event to increase your chances of getting them. Some TEDx Events can sell out quickly or have limited seating. Do an online search for the TEDx Event, as organizations that partner with TED usually sell tickets for the event on their website. Some organizations will also offer tickets through their social media accounts to their followers.
Summary: Search for a TEDx Event in your area. Buy tickets for the TEDx event on TED.com. Get tickets online through TEDx partners if you cannot find them on TED.com.

Problem: Article: Don’t post negative, rude, or disparaging comments about other people. If you see someone else making those kinds of posts, don’t share or like them. Avoid participating in hurtful gossip about others, even if it’s over private messaging. Be sure to make your settings safe by only letting your known friends see your account and interact with you. Avoid disclosing any private information on your public profile such as where you live or what your phone number is. Make all of your posts, contacts, and information private and unable to be seen by anyone who is not your friend on Facebook to protect your identity and information.  Some people choose their display name by only disclosing their first and middle names instead of including their last names. Even if your account is set to private, think carefully before you post something. Consider how you might feel about the post ten years from now. . If you're unhappy using your Facebook account or you feel like events on Facebook are out of control, consider deleting your Facebook account. You can always open a new account when you're feeling stronger. If Facebook is causing you more headache than connection, consider deleting your account. That way, nobody can contact you or harass you on Facebook and you will be completely removed from it.
Summary:
Set a good example. Make your Facebook account as private as possible. Close your Facebook account