Problem: Article: Introverts and extroverts think differently. Extroverts are more likely to "Do, Think, Do" pattern, while their introverted counterparts take more time to think before taking an action. No way is better than the other, but knowing how you personally think will help you streamline your own thinking patterns. Self-awareness has been tied to leadership, and leadership often reflects a person's ability to think on one's feet. You can become more self-aware by practicing self-reflection techniques. Being more self-aware will help you better understand the environment around you, and make it easier to think of solutions or answer more quickly. How to Self Reflect Use a journal to write down your thoughts, feelings and reactions to mental stimuli throughout your day. Understand how you solve problems by considering each step you take Think about what emotions you feel during day to day tasks (I.e. Do you feel frustration while performing a specific task at work?) Think about why you might be feeling that emotion. To more effectively think on your feet, you need to gather as much information as possible about the situation you are in. One simple way of doing this is by asking questions about the task at hand. This will help you compile more information and help to educate you on a particular situation. Ask things like: "I hear that you want a report written about this client. What are you concerned about, specifically?" "You seem to be asking me about a project we finished last week. What was it that you wanted to know about it?" "What do you mean by what you said?" (This can help you get not only a clearer understanding of what was said, but also give the speaker to think about what s/he wants from you). By being critical of presented information, you are more likely to pick up on weak points of a situation. This may help you to see solutions quicker. Don't take everything at face value. If you are asked to do a specific task or answer a specific question, try to gather as much facts about the situation before you make a decision. While the goal is to think quickly and on your feet, you still want to be accurate and understanding. If you are asked to think on your feet by giving an answer to something that seems to be too good to be true (for example, a sale) be skeptical! It may very well be too good to be true!
Summary: Consider how you think. Practice self-reflection and self-awareness. Ask questions. Be skeptical.

Problem: Article: Talk to your doctor or medical professional about using a buccal, or cheek, swab test to confirm if he is really the child's father. Have the test performed at a medical lab where an assistant can help you. Gently rub the inside of your cheek, the baby's cheek, and the potential father's cheek with the provided cotton swab. Then give them to the lab attendant and await the results. Buccal swabs can cost up to $1000. Consider using the buccal swab because it is the least invasive form of paternity testing for all parties. Buccal swabs have the same accuracy as blood tests. Visit your local pharmacy and ask the pharmacist about over-the-counter cheek swab DNA testing kits. Follow the package instructions and take a sample from yourself and your child. Ask the potential father(s) to provide you a sample on the prepackaged swab. Then send in the swabs to the designated lab and wait for your results. Speak to your obstetrician about testing your baby's cord blood to tell if the child is really his. Let them you that you and the potential father will provide blood samples before you go into labor. Permit them to take a small blood sample from the umbilical cord at your baby's birth to confirm paternity. Cord blood testing can be expensive than other types of postnatal testing. If you can't get a cheek or blood sample, collect hairs from the potential father. Ask him to give you 5-10 hair bulbs with visible follicles so the lab can extract enough DNA to let you know if he's the father. Be aware that hair testing is a lot less accurate than other types of DNA testing. You may only want to use this if nothing else works.
Summary: Use the buccal swab test. Use a commercial swab test. Collect cord blood to establish paternity. Consider hair testing.

Problem: Article: . Holding hands will not only make you feel connected, it will declare to the world: "We are a couple!" Get close to her so that you are shoulder-to-shoulder. You can notice how she reacts to this first touch, and your hands will be close enough so you can hold hers easily. If you're nervous and your palms are sweating (which is normal and ok, but not always the best feeling sensation), quickly wipe them on your pants before reaching for her hand. Try hooking your pinkie finger with hers. This is a good move if you haven't held hands yet or you're nervous--it's very flirtatious and makes it easy for her to drop your hand if she isn't feeling the hand-holding yet. Slide your hand under hers so that they are palm-to-palm. Lace your fingers through hers so your hands are clasped together. Or try hooking your thumb over hers and wrapping your fingers around the back of her hand--the way you would hold your hands if you were making a "begging" gesture. You may want to change positions every few minutes so your palms don't get too sweaty. This is a romantic way to hold your girlfriend if you are walking next to each other or standing and watching something. It is especially good if there is a height difference between you, since you can slide your hand down to her hip or up near her ribs. While walking side-by-side, reach your arm across her back and place your hand on her waist. Gently pull her toward you so she is snuggled against your body, under your arm. Be sensitive to the fact that she might not want to be touched near her stomach. Some girls are a little self-conscious about their waist and may not be comfortable being touched there--especially if you squeeze her. If she seems uncomfortable with your hand at her waist, try sliding it up to the bottom of her ribs, or simply putting your arm around her shoulders instead. This should be done when you are facing each other. This is something probably best done in private, as it's rather intimate and may lead to some kissing, since you'll be face-to-face. Slide your hands under your girlfriend's arms and wrap them around her back. Slowly pull her toward you so that your bodies are pressed together, but not too tight! Rest your chin gently on the top of her head, look down into her eyes, or nuzzle your head against her neck. If she is comfortable with this, let your arms slide down so that you are embracing her around her waist. This is a cute way to surprise her, but you should be sure you are already familiar with her boundaries and that she's okay with being touched. Walk up to your girlfriend from behind and slide your hands under her arms. Wrap your arms around her waist in a backwards hug. Kiss the top of her head, her cheek, or her neck for a little added romance.
Summary:
Hold her hand Put your arm around her waist. Hug her romantically. Approach her from behind and wrap your arms around her.