That is, when you're trying to meet guys or when you're going out with a shorter guy, you shouldn't feel you need to hide your height. Most people find confidence sexy, so don't try to slouch or hunch over, as that will just make you appear like you're ashamed of it. Instead, stand up straight, look people in the eye, and flash a big smile. Of course, once you're dating someone, you may decide you want to even out your heights a bit, but that is totally up to you. If you don't want to emphasize your height difference, you can stick to flats most of the time rather than wearing heels. As a bonus, you're feet likely won't hurt as much! If you want to wear heels, try a shorter pair, rather than the 4- to 5-inch variety. " One way to even out your height differences, particularly when you're wearing heels, is to lean a little bit to the side by sticking out a hip. Obviously, you need something to lean on, such as your boyfriend. You don't want to slouch. Rather, you just want to look casual, putting you at a more even height with your boyfriend.
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One-sentence summary -- Decide you won't let others get you down about your height. Skip the heels. Practice "the lean.

Bring your hands a bit higher than your head. Make sure they are about five inches in front of your forehead. Your wrists and palms should be facing toward the ceiling. Spread your fingers out wide. Both your thumbs should be facing toward your forehead. Keep your hands at an angle so that the thumb and forefinger of each hand is about two to three inches away from the thumb and forefinger of the other hand. When the ball comes to you, catch it with all of your fingers. Your ring and pinky fingers will help to keep the ball stable while your other fingers will help you to direct the ball. Having all your fingers on the ball makes it easier to control. Bend your elbows when you catch the ball to give your arms a wide range of motion. Don't hold the ball too long when you catch it or you will get called for a "lift." Make sure both hands touch the volleyball at the same time or you may get called for a "double contact." Finish your backset by pushing the ball up. Straighten your arms and release the ball into the air. Because you have already started the ball moving backwards, it will naturally travel behind you. End your backset by pushing the ball straight up to give your attacker an easier target to spike. The entire process from the catch to the release should be one quick motion. If your set looks disjointed, you might get called for holding on to the ball. You should form a "J" with your hands when you pull the ball back and release it. Remember to follow through with your hands after you release the ball to help it travel where you want it to go.
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One-sentence summary -- Position your hands. Catch the ball. Push the ball up.

Dogs respond with aggression for many different reasons. Your dog's aggressive behavior may be triggered by a certain type of person or situation. For example, some dogs become aggressive when new people visit, or when people walk past your dog's yard area. Try to identify your dog's triggers to help you as you attempt to retrain him. Pay special attention to his body language when he is exposed to one of his triggers. Many dogs are fearful or anxious prior to aggression. Common signs to watch for include a lowered head, low body posture, tail tucked between the legs, licking lips, looking away, dilated eyes, shivering or shaking. A dog that intends to attack will make a subtle change in the way he is standing. He will make direct eye contact and stare at his target. Then he will shift his weight so that it is over his front legs. He may also give a stiff tail wag with his tail held low. Watch for these signs because they indicate that a dog is about to lunge. If you are ever faced with a dog showing any of these signs, your best defense is to step aside or away from the dog and avoid staring back at him. Be quiet and calm as you do so. If you notice your dog behaving this way, get him under control with a leash or bring him inside immediately. You will not be able to solve your dog's aggression problem with a single training session. Retraining an aggressive dog takes time. Be patient and take precautions (such as a strong leash and a muzzle) to protect yourself and others as you retrain your dog. Never hit or punish your aggressive dog. Doing so will cause your dog to become over excited, or if his aggression is due to anxiety it will make him more fearful. As a result, his aggression may become worse. To increase your chances of success in retraining your dog, it is a good idea to consider a consultation with a registered pet behaviorist. Aggression has many contributing factors and a home consultation with an expert may give you the best chance of identifying all of these factors and working out the best strategy to control them. For example your dog may have a fear of strangers or other dogs, territorial aggression, or be prone to protecting a resource such as food. Ask your veterinarian for help finding a registered pet behaviorist in your area. While you are retraining your dog, try to avoid his triggers. This might mean changing your walk route to something that is quieter and less used by dog walkers or playing vigorous games in the yard to burn off energy rather than going to the park.
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Think about what triggers your dog's aggressive behavior. Get into the habit of reading your dog's body language. Learn how to recognize common signs of aggression. Understand that there is no quick fix for aggression. Consider having a consultation with a registered pet behaviorist. Change your routine to reduce exposure to triggers.