Problem: Article: Taking good care of yourself sends a positive message to women. It shows that you respect yourself. Shower. Apply deodorant. If you want cologne, keep it very light. Brush and floss. Wear clean, flattering clothes. Ask a fashion-conscious family member for recommendations if needed. If you skulk in a corner alone, she might think that you're not looking for women, or that you're not a very fun person to be with. Show her that you're available, and interested in being approached. Look around the room. Make eye contact, and smile. Keep your body language open: don't cross your arms or legs. Put away your phone, headphones, book, et cetera, so she doesn't think you're busy. Women look for people who will treat them right. She wants to know that you'll listen to her, take her seriously, and take care of her needs. You want her to think that you're a catch.
Summary: Look your best before you go out. Project open, confident body language. Keep a positive, respectful attitude.

Problem: Article: There are hundreds of astrology-themed websites on the internet, and most of them contain the same basic information. You'll have access to resources on the signs and their meanings, ideal compatibilities, classical texts and more technical information on the interactions of astral bodies. Be wary of websites that try to get you to buy or subscribe to anything. The owners of these sites will usually try to sell "special" products that contain the same information as resources that are free to the public. Most astrology websites contain a lengthy blurb describing the common characteristics of each sign of the zodiac. Find your sign and read up on it, as well as that of your love interest. Think about what is true in each summary and what doesn't apply. Studying the zodiac can enlighten you to tendencies you don't necessarily see in yourself, or help confirm what you already know. There is a wealth of available information about how astrological conditions affect personality. Read all you can on how you and your love interest's signs react to various situations in order to gain an understanding of how a relationship between the two of you might fare. Find and fill out an online compatibility test. To make things easy, most online astrology resources feature simple compatibility tests that only require you to fill out a short form or press a few buttons to generate an ideal sign match instantly. Simply put your date and time of birth into one of these forms to find out your astrological sign and be given a list of other signs that you're likely most compatible with. Online compatibility tests quickly sort through the relevant data you provide to give you an overview of what zodiac personality types are the best match for you. Astral bodies don't directly influence a person's character, of course, but one thing that the zodiac signs are useful for is indicating which personality types will and won't mix well. Pay particular attention to articles and descriptions of how the signs relate to one another in relationships, and keep these considerations in mind when dating someone of a different sign. Zodiac signs only give you an idea of what to expect from a personthey should not decide whether or not you attempt to form a relationship with that person, or influence the relationship itself.
Summary: Visit a credible astrology website. Read about each sign. Take a compatibility test. Understand strengths and weakness of relationships.

Problem: Article: Learning as much as you can about West Point ahead of time will make you a more competitive applicant. Know that applying to West Point will involve many steps, like showing academic excellence and leadership skills, writing an application essay, taking physical fitness tests, and getting a nomination for your application. The West Point website maintains good information about the school and its admissions requirements, as well as the requirements of its academic programs. You can also request brochures and additional information from West Point, or talk to your school counseler/college placement officer about your plans. Take the most challenging courses you can during high school, and earn very high grades. Taking college preparatory and/or advanced placement courses, and excelling in them, can demonstrate your readiness for a West Point education. In particular, seek out and perform excellently in courses in the following subjects: Four years of English (composition, grammar, literature, and speech) Four years of math (algebra, geometry trigonometry, calculus) At least two years of a foreign language Two years of laboratory science (biology, chemistry, physics) One year of U.S. History Geography and government Computing A West Point education is about training students to be leaders as well as academic successes. You can demonstrate your interest in leadership by taking on a dedicated role in a variety of settings, including: School Church or synagogue Scouting Community organizations Clubs Sports Student government Journalism Debate Drama or other performing arts West Point emphasizes physical fitness for all students, and expects applicants to demonstrate a high level of activity. You can begin preparing early for the physical fitness tests you must pass for admission by: Running Playing intensive sports Swimming Lifting weights and doing other strength training exercises Visit the West Point admissions page to enter your contact information and join its mailing list. This can provide you with updates on the admissions process and requirements, helping you to prepare to complete your own application. Scheduling an individual and/or group visit to the West Point campus is an excellent way to get a sense of the school's atmosphere, and to ask questions about it. You may also be able to shadow a current cadet for part of the day, or schedule an overnight visit. You can schedule a visit to West Point by contacting the West Point Visitor's Center for details. Whether or not you visit West Point as a prospective applicant, you may also be able to participate in admissions events in your region. For example, West Point admissions representatives may be available at college fairs or other events in your area, where you can ask questions and find out more information.
Summary: Gather information about applying to West Point. Excel academically. Be an active leader. Be physically active. Join the West Point mailing list. Visit the West Point campus.

Problem: Article: Combine equal parts of these ingredients by weight in a bowl. You can get plaster of Paris at craft stores or home improvement stores and cornmeal at any grocery store. If you don't have a way to weigh it, try 2/3 cup (110 g) of each. If you don't have cornmeal, try using flour instead in the same proportions. The plaster of Paris will get harder in the rats' stomach, eventually killing them. This step is optional, but the sweetness of the sugar will encourage the rats to eat more of the mixture. After adding equal parts of plaster and cornmeal, add half a part of sugar. Pour the milk into the powdered mixture. You may need more milk as you go along, but start with this much so you don't make the mixture too wet. If you don't have milk on hand, you can just use water. The milk will give it more flavor to draw in the rats, but most likely, they'll still eat it just for the cornmeal or flour. This mixture isn't toxic to humans, so it's not a problem to use your bare hands. However, if you don't want to get your hands all sticky, you can put gloves on. If the mixture isn't sticking together and you see loose powder still, add more water or milk, a spoonful at a time. You want it to form a dough you can roll into balls like clay. If it seems too liquidy, add more plaster and cornmeal/flour in equal parts, only adding a spoonful at a time until you get the right consistency. Pinch off some of the dough and roll it between your hands to form a small ball. You can make them even smaller if you prefer. The rats will eat them either way. Place the balls where you see evidence of rats (out of reach of children and pets), and check back in a day or 2 to make sure they're eating the balls. If they're not, you may need to move the balls. If the rats still aren't interested, you may need to make a new set.
Summary:
Mix 14lb (110g) of plaster of Paris and 14lb (110g) cornmeal in a large bowl. Add 1/3 cup (55 g) of sugar to make it more enticing. Start with 1 cup (240mL) of milk. Knead the mixture together with your hands. Roll the mixture into balls about the size of golf balls.