When we can't recognize social cues, it makes conversations pretty difficult to navigate. Even if you feel you have a pretty good grasp on people, there are always times when a thought like, "I wish I knew what they were thinking," crops up. Being able to read people is about as close to reading minds as we humans will ever get. Think Sherlock Holmes or Simon Baker. . If you're a good listener, people won't even realize you're not really making conversation. They'll be so wrapped up in their stories and how great they feel because they're getting all the attention they won't even notice how they're dominating the conversation. Such people and those who listen poorly are terrible to talk to. . Though being able to read people and listening can get you 99% of the way, why not read the article for that last 1%? Great conversations are hard to come by, but if you know your way around one like a ninja, they won't be so few and far between. . When you're shy, working your way through social situations can be daunting. It's not necessarily a lack of confidence, but a lack of comfort. And when people don't really understand, shyness can easily be mistaken for aloofness or coldness. Not so! If this resonates with you, read up on being more outgoing. Or maybe you want to be more introverted. Now there's a quality that can come in handy pretty much anytime. Making people laugh can turn any situation from awkward or mediocre to memorable and fun. Wit is definitely something you can cultivate. Why not start now? Alright, so now you're funny, outgoing, a good conversationalist, and can read people -- but what if you have nothing to talk about? Luckily wikiHow has a plethora of articles you can discuss. Here are just a few: How to Know if You Are Drunk How to Pierce Your Own Penis How to Regain Control of a Spooked Camel How to Get over Your Fear of Slenderman How to Live on the Street

Summary: Look at "How to Read People." Read the article on being a good listener Read up on having great conversations Learn how to be more outgoing Take a gander at "How to Be Funny." Have something interesting to talk about.

If the cat seems amenable to taming, your next step is to get them used to you and your voice. Sit near them and talk to them in a soft, gentle voice. As you continue talking to the cat, set out some food for it to nibble. Try this for about three days. In the meantime, don't try approaching it. After three days, look for positive body language to determine if the cat seems comfortable with your presence. A content cat will prick its ears forward, hold its tail up and possibly arch its back. Its fur will be flat and it may even purr. Use a spoonful of wet cat food or canned tuna fish and hold it out as you approach it. Call its name or say, "Kitty." If the cat hisses at you, this can mean that the cat is just scared and it needs more time to get comfortable in your presence. Take your time letting the cat feel comfortable eating dry food around you. If the cat makes any signs of aggression, such as lunging or growling, this cat needs more time to get used to your presence. You may also reconsider if you should call animal control. If you need help making the cat feel more welcomed, you might try a cat pheromone product. These substances work by imitating cat pheromones that can calm a cat via the scent of the pheromones. There are sprays you can use to spritz the area around the cat. But be aware that the spray sound may upset or scare the cat. There are also pheromone wipes that can be used to wipe a given area. You might even try a diffuser option if the cat is in an enclosed area. Get a long wooden cooking spoon or spatula. Wrap some soft cloth around it. Fleece works nicely. Slowly put a spoonful of food out close enough to you so you can reach out without startling the cat. While it is eating, slowly reach out with the spoon and pet them with it. It may take a few tries and a few days before the cat is comfortable with this process. If the cat runs away, don't run after it. Save the petting for later.

Summary: Introduce the cat to your voice. Set out dry or wet food for the cat. Try approaching the cat with food. Watch for signs of aggression. Use a cat pheromone product. Pet the cat with a spoon.

" The first thing you'll need to do to register a UPC code is to apply for it through GS1, which is a not-for-profit organization that works to improve global communication. One of the ways they do this is with the use of barcodes. Log onto a computer and go to the GS1 website. Click on the button that reads "Apply Now" to get started on your application. Once you've clicked on "Apply Now," you'll be prompted to answer several questions and provide personal information, such as your company name and email address. Complete all of the required fields in order to get your UPC codes. The application includes questions about your business projections. It's okay to provide your best guess in this part of the application. After filling out the application, you'll be prompted to pay the application and initial fees. These will likely be high, as the codes are authentic and original, but if you expect to need 100 UPC codes or less, the fees will be lower. You can expect to pay at least $760 USD for these fees. There are many internet-based companies, such as https://buyabarcode.com and https://www.nationwidebarcode.com/, that sell UPC codes for as low as $100 USD. This may be more affordable and fitting for those selling 1 or 2 different products on a small scale, but these codes won't include your company's Company Prefix. This means that selling your products through major retailers won't be possible.
Summary: Go to www.gs1-us.org and click "Apply Now. Fill out the application. Pay the required fees. Be wary of purchasing codes through a secondary market.