Problem: Article: A calligraphy pen isn't used quite the same way as a regular pen. The tip, or nib, of the pen should point diagonally away from you, to the left, as you write.
Summary: Hold your pen diagonally at a 30 to 60 degree angle.

Problem: Article: Having a friend with you is a strong deterrent for people who tease and bully others. It's a lot harder to deal with two people than one person. If you're worried about being teased on the way home from school or in-between classes, plan it out so that you'll be with a friend at these times. Say to your friend, "Hey, will you walk with me to class so [teaser's name] won't mess with me?" If the teasing is bad, enlist help from a teacher or principal at your school. It's their job to protect you. You don't need to feel like you're "telling" on the teaser; he/she is the one at fault and all you're doing is taking care of yourself -- and others, most likely, since he probably teases multiple people. There are things that teachers and principals can do to stop the teasing and make you feel safe. Don't be afraid to involve them. You can tell her/him , "This guy/gal is teasing me and I need help. Can I talk to you about it?" If your teacher isn't doing anything about the teasing, or if it's out of her control, talk to your parents. They can talk to someone higher up in the school's administration and get the situation fixed. It may not seem "cool" to ask your parents for help, but it will be worth it in the long run. Harsh teasing can disrupt your academic achievement and your self-esteem. Try telling your parents, "This guy at school is teasing me. Is there anything you can do to stop it from happening? Can you talk to the school?" Some school counselors are actually trained in dealing with teasing and bullying. Going to a school counselor is a great option if you're having a hard time handling the effects of being bullied. They can help you cope with the teasing, and what you say to them is confidential. The meeting will be private and the person or people who tease you will never know. Tell your teacher that you want to see the school counselor. S/he can help you find the right person to talk to. If you need someone to talk to or want additional support, try a help-line or support group for teasing/bullying. Talking to people who are going through similar difficulties can help you feel understood. You can also discuss strategies together for dealing with being teased. Here are links to an online support group and a crisis hotline that you can call: Click here for an online support group. Click here for a crisis services hotline you can call.
Summary: Ask a friend to back you up. Seek help from a teacher or principal. Get your parents to intervene. Talk to the school counselor. Call a teasing help-line or find a support group.

Problem: Article: If they look, they have to ask that person out. If they don't ask them out 24 hours after they look, they have to kiss them. Don't look at your hand to win. Most of the people who write the information write down the dorkiest/nerdiest kids they can think of so you will just be embarrassed if you ask them out. So just don't look at your hand.
Summary: Write 'ZAP' and a time in the near future (within a few minutes or hours) on the back of the player's hand. Write down the name of a person of the opposite gender on the palm of the player's hand. See if the person can make it to the time on their hand without looking at who's on their palm.

Problem: Article: As you play the game, convince the other players that you are goofy and ridiculous. Say silly comments and tease other players, for instance. Act a bit clumsy as well. Then, when you are ready to make your move, lift up both of your arms so you can bump into another player. You can sway from side to side or almost spill your drink. This makes it more convincing when you bump into the other player. As you wave your arms around, bump into another player to make them drop their cards. As you do this, drop your cards nearby. This way, your cards get mixed up and you can switch some of their cards for your own. Make this look as natural as possible so you don't get caught. If you look like you are intentionally knocking their cards out, it will not look authentic. When you knock over their cards, say something like, "Oh gosh, I'm so sorry. Let me get those for you," and quickly duck under the table. Pick up the cards into 2 loose piles, 1 for you and 1 for the other player. As you do this, select the cards that you want and put them in your pile. Rearrange the cards as quickly as you can. You can also reach for the cards as soon as it happens, though the other player may try to help pick them up. Make sure the other player cannot see you rearranging the cards. When rearranging the cards, include 1 of your "good" cards, such as a Reverse or Skip card. This way, the other player is not suspicious since you are giving them a "gift." The other player may interpret the card shuffle as a positive thing in their favor, when in reality you may give them 2-3 extra cards without them noticing. When you switch the cards, pay attention to the main colors of the other player's hand. For instance, if the player has a lot of blue cards, give them lots of blue cards. This way, they are less likely to notice you may have snuck a card from them.
Summary:
Wave your arms around the table so you look silly or intoxicated. Knock another player's cards out of their hand along with your own. Rearrange the cards on the floor out of view of the other players. Hand the cards back to the other player, including a powerful card. Swap similar colored cards so the other player is less suspicious.