Problem: Article: Anyone can act heroic by recognizing when someone else is in need and taking action to help them. For example, if you see your neighbor struggling with shoveling snow from their driveway, offer to help. This might not seem like a significant gesture, but to your neighbor, who might be suffering from an illness or injury, you have acted heroic. Whether it's a friend, colleague, or family member, reaching out and supporting someone when they are in a rough place is a heroic act. For example, if you have a friend who is dealing with a divorce, offer to talk a weekly walk with her. Listen to her and be supportive. People around the world suffer from bullying each day. This can happen in a seventh-grade classroom or in a boardroom at a Fortune 500 company. No matter the venue, it is important to act heroic and take a stand if you witness someone being bullied. If you see someone being bullied at school, step in and say, "Jeremy, it's not okay that you're making fun of Liz." If you witness bullying at work, consider stepping in and reporting the behavior to your supervisor. Standing up against racism can help support the victim. It also can demonstrate to the perpetrator that their behavior is unacceptable; it can even stop the perpetrator from engaging in racist acts in the future. If you see racist behavior in public, say something. It can be as straightforward as asking, "Why don't you leave her alone?" If you don't feel safe, tell someone who might be able to help like a security guard or bus driver. If you witness racist behavior online, report it. If the perpetrator is a friend, say something like, "Your Facebook post is racist. It is not okay to make fun of someone because they are Asian American." Discrimination and harassment based on sex is unfortunately a regular occurrence. If you witness sexism, take a stand and speak up. You can act heroic by responding to sexism at work, at school, and in public. If your boss is making sexist comments about your co-worker, report the behavior to human resources or through the appropriate channels. You might also consider joining a community group or even participating in local politics. At the very least, stay up to date on local news, politics, and events to stay in the loop and learn about ways that you can help.
Summary: Notice when someone needs help. Support someone in need. Stand up to bullying. Take a stand against racism. Stand up to sexism. Get involved in your community.

Problem: Article: The right shampoo can make a big difference in your war against oily hair. Pick one that is specifically designed for oily hair to help dry your hair and scalp out so it won't be so oily. Oily scalp is a common problem with oily hair. To help with your scalp, look for a shampoo that has sodium lauryl sulfate, ammonium, or other detergents. These ingredients can help dry out your scalp. Another category of detergents that can be helpful is sulfosuccinates. If you still want to use a condition, make sure it doesn't contain oils. Look for one that says that it's meant for oily hair. The label should say so on the front of the product. Better still, don't use one at all. Dry shampoos can help remove excess oil without showering. You can use them to give your hair an afternoon lift, or you can help stretch out the time between showering. You can find dry shampoos at your local drug store or hair salon. Simply spray the shampoo in, and use your fingers to massage it in. You can brush it out if it helps.
Summary: Pick the right shampoo. Choose a good conditioner. Try a dry shampoo.

Problem: Article: If you have short hair, try applying mousse or other hairstyling products, and mussing your hair in a bedhead look to partially hide your ears or distract from them. In the long run, you could try growing out the sides of your hair to medium length, to cover your ear tips. You can keep the rest of your hair short, although not buzz cut short. All the remaining steps in this section are focused on medium to long hair styles. The more volume your hair has, the easier it will be to cover your ears. There are several ways you can accomplish this: Apply dry shampoo. Use mousse or other hair styling products. Curl your hair, add a wave, or get a perm. The simplest method is to use hair curlers overnight, but there are more permanent options described in the linked articles, or available at hairdressers. If you have long hair, pull it back loosely, so the sides arc over your ears. Side ponytails or braids are another option. Avoid tight or high pony tails, which pull your hair away from your ears. You can even go for the princess Leah side buns look, if you want to completely hide your ears. Long, sideswept bangs can hide your ears completely. Even shorter bangs left in front, with the rest of your hair pulled back, will make your hairstyle softer and less star, so your ears are not as much of a focal point.
Summary: Alter a short hairstyle. Add volume and lift. Wear loose pony tails or braids. Grow out your bangs.

Problem: Article: your high school diploma. Most tattoo licenses require that the applicant graduates from high school and is at least 18 years old. Take a variety of art classes while you're in high school, from two-dimensional drawing to graphic design, to improve your versatility as an artist and prepare for your tattooing career. If you can no longer attend high school and never graduated, get your GED instead. Although not required, some tattoo artists complete a degree in fine arts from an art school or university. Art degrees can improve your drawing skills and help you become a well-rounded artist, which may help you find more clients and better-paying jobs. You can also take art classes from a community college as an alternative if you're not interested in getting a degree. Pair it with a business minor to prepare for working in a tattoo shop and gaining clients. Tattoo artists need to be skilled in drawing, particularly line art. Search for art classes offered by community centers, colleges, or people in your area and take a course from a teacher whose art style you admire. You can also contact local tattoo artists to see if any of them offer art classes. If you're not as skilled in art when you begin, don't give up hope! Like all skills, art takes years of hard work and practice to perfect. Keep a sketchbook specifically for improving your art skills and draw in it during your free time. Draw anything from simple patterns to popular characters or celebrities to portraits, as the tattoos you draw as a professional may be varied in design. Get several drawing books to help you learn new techniques and styles. Draw potential tattoo designs in your sketchbook to develop your own personal style. Search for famous tattoo artists online and look to your favorites as inspiration. Popular tattoo artists include Mirko Sata, Chris Nunez, Miya Bailey, Gerhard Wiesbeck, Frank Carrilho, Rit Kit, and Stanisaw Wilczynski.
Summary:
Finish Earn a post-secondary art degree for better job opportunities. Take drawing classes to improve your artistic skill. Practice drawing on your own.