Look him in the eye to show that you are interested in and engaged with what he is saying. Allow your face to demonstrate that you are emotional and supportive. Be dynamic and engaged, possibly nodding in affirmation. Crossed legs and arms may suggest that you are closed off or uninviting. Try to sit straight up, with your limbs open. Your body should appear relaxed and you can gesture with your hands to show emotional support. Also be sure that your body is facing directly toward the grieving person to indicate that you are engaged with her. Sit on the same level as the person you are talking to. Do not take a chair that allows you to tower over her, or her over you. This creates a sense of power imbalance that is not helpful for open conversation. Talk naturally and allow your voice to show emotion. Try to develop a soothing tone in your voice. Your conversation style should also demonstrate that you are there to listen. Don't interrupt him, jump from topic to topic, or rush him to an answer. It is okay to leave periods of silence. These allow him to think about his feelings and ensure that he does not feel that he has been cut off or is rushed to respond.
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One-sentence summary -- Look him in the eye. Keep your body open and relaxed. Talk like you care.

When you feel comfortable playing each chord individually, try skipping up the scale with each major chord. Start with a C major chord, then play a Db major, then D major and so on. Begin by doing this exercise with only one hand. When you feel confident, play both hands at once. Listen for false notes. The ratio between the notes should always remain the same, so if one chord suddenly sounds different, review whether you are hitting the correct notes. An arpeggio is when each note is struck in sequence from lowest to highest. To play a C Major arpeggio with your right hand, strike the C with your thumb and release. Strike E with your middle finger and release. Strike G with your pinkie and release. When you have mastered this motion, try to make it fluid rather than choppy. Strike and release each note quickly, so there is scarcely any time between notes. Inversions of a chord use the same notes, but place a different note on the bottom. For example, a C major chord is C, E, G. The first inversion of the C-major chord is E, G, C. The second inversion is G, C, E. Challenge yourself by making a major chord with every note on the scale, in every inversion. Once you are familiar with how to construct and play a chord, find a piece of music that has chords written. Look to see if you can identify major chords that you have practiced.
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One-sentence summary -- Practice playing all three notes at once. Try arpeggios. Practice playing the major chords in different inversions. Look for chords in sheet music.

Think of it like a credit card. How happy would the person you're talking to be if you gave them money for their guidance or opinion? They'd probably feel pretty good about themselves. They'd feel just as good if you gave them the credit. Thank the person for their recommendation or advice. If your friend recommends a restaurant, tell the people you're with, "X suggested we come here. Isn't it great?" Always give credit for success when it's warranted. If you did well on a project at work, you might say something like: "I have a great team working with me; they make it all happen." It takes selflessness and an ability to recognize the strengths of others to do this. Doing so makes your conversation partner more engaged and feel good about speaking with you, because she knows you'll also be saying good things about her. Some examples of compliments include: "Doesn't Gina look stunning in that dress? Just incredible. And, it actually pales in comparison to her wit!" "I think Evelyn's thoughts on the global warming issue are incredibly insightful and full of potential solutions. Why don't we go join her? I think you'll find her fascinating." Listening, really listening, is an art. It requires you to let go of yourself and your thoughts, and focus solely on what the other person is saying. This effort allows you to truly melt away. Your need to talk about yourself dissipates, then disappears. Make a pact with yourself that you won't speak unless your conversation partner puts the ball in your court. Then make another pact: you'll put the ball right back to her and go back to listening. This means fully concentrating on what the other person is saying and requires you respond to the speaker by paraphrasing or restating his main point(s). You can also add a little something when you finish paraphrasing by using different phrases: which means that; so then; that would require; you would then; etc., and then add your thoughts on what happens next. Non-verbal cues like nodding your head, smiling, and other facial/physical expressions let the other person know you're engaged and have feelings about everything he's saying.. Additional questions that give your conversation partner more time to talk about her subject are also key, and there are several different types, including: Closed questions. These are often "yes or no" questions. They're answered in one way or the other, and the line of questioning stops there. Open-ended questions. These give your conversation partner ample room to expand on what she's already been talking about and gives you a more well-rounded knowledge of her subject. These questions often start with phrases like: "How do you see..." or "What/why do you think..." It depends on the situation and topic you've been talking about. Think of it as either a personal or general validation. You (Personal): "Wow, it takes a lot of courage to look at yourself so openly and admit things like that." You (General): "That is one of the most insightful analyses of the issue I've ever come across."
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One-sentence summary -- Offer credit. Compliment other people. Engage in the art of listening. Try active listening techniques. Ask questions. Validate what your conversation partner says.

Have you ever seen a beautiful woman in a magazine or on television and wished you looked like her? Do you compare what you see in the media to what you see in the mirror? The more you view these images, the more critical you will be of yourself. Try to ban or at least limit the media that you are consuming. When you do look at these images, remind yourself that those women have been photo-shopped and manipulated to look a certain way. You may not even recognize those women if you saw them in real life. Try to find positive images in the media that do not focus on how women look. You may find profiles of women who are being praised for their talents, skills, and abilities. Your body is going through a lot of changes, and you may not like all of them. However, try to point out the things you like about your body (e.g. your hair, your teeth, your hands, etc.) instead of everything that is wrong with it. Be proud of the things that your body can do as well.. For example, if you are an athlete, focus on how strong your body is and how it allows you to play your sport. If you are a musician, focus on how your hands allow you to play an instrument well. You may not be able to change your body, but you you can change the way you feel about your body. Negative self-talk about your body can really hurt your confidence. Try to counter any negative thoughts you have about your body with something more objective. Would you criticize your friend's body the same way you criticize your own body? Instead of saying "my arms are huge and ugly," say, "my arms could use a little work." Also avoid talking negatively about other girls' bodies. Treating your body well from the inside out can help you feel more confident about your looks. Exercising regularly, eating a healthy, well-balanced diet, and wearing clothes that you feel good in can improve your body image. Your appearance is one of the many things that makes you who you are. Exercising is also a good way to boost your feel good hormones and improve your mood. Accept the things you cannot change about your body such as your eye color, height, shape, or skin color.
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One-sentence summary --
Avoid looking at the media. Focus on the things you like about your body. Do not say negative things about your body. Take pride in your appearance.