Problem: Article: In a group dance, if you forget the movements, you can follow others. In a dance solo, you don't have this luxury. Repeated rehearsal will help you memorize the dance solo and increase the fluidity and expressiveness of your movements. Practice your completed choreography as much as possible. Practice makes perfect is a saying for a reason, but you shouldn't practice so much that you exhaust yourself. If your dance isn't right for the occasion, you'll want to know. Make sure you have at least two people to preview your dance to. Ask them to give you constructive criticism after you've performed for them. Ideally, ask someone who is knowledgeable about dance. If that isn't an option, ask a friend or family member. Typically, you will need to have a costume when you perform. Pick a costume that reflects the movement and mood of your solo. For example, a short, bright red dress with sequins is probably not the best costume for a sad and slow ballet dance. A flowing, light-colored dress, however, would be great for that type of dance. Your performance date is the time to show off all of your hard work. Do not stress about the performance. Dancing the solo will come to you naturally if you've practiced it often. Performing is the time to relax and enjoy. Your audience will enjoy your dance if you enjoy it.
Summary: Practice your dance solo. Ask for feedback. Choose a costume that is fitting for your solo. Perform your completed solo.

Problem: Article: Show respect by humbling yourself before God. Dress plainly (if you can), do not show off your prayer pridefully to those nearby, and pray on your knees with head bowed (if you can). You may want to begin by reading a passage from the Bible which has significance and meaning to you. This will open your heart to His word and show him your devotion. Thank God for all of his blessings. Thank him for the things that make you happy, that make your life better, or that make the world a better place. Understand that these blessings are God showing his love for his people and should be celebrated and appreciated. Ask God's forgiveness for the mistakes that you make. Keep your heart open and remember that we all make mistakes: nobody is perfect. Though you may have trouble admitting it or thinking of a mistake you have made, you will find some way that you can be better. Be sincere and you will know in your heart if God forgives you. Ask God's guidance. He isn't a genie or some magical granter of wishes...He is merely there to guide you on the path you are meant to follow. Ask him to lead you and show you the right decisions and the ways to better yourself as a person, as well as the world and people around you. Pray for those who you feel need prayers. You can pray for your family, for your friends, or for strangers. Ask God to show them His love and to also help them find their way when they are lost. Do not cast judgement on them or their problems: God is the only Judge and He will do what is right. Remember that people are not the Devil or demons; they are souls, just as you are, and can be led by God. Don't ask for them to be struck down, ask for them to realize their mistakes and seek forgiveness just as you do. Close your prayer in whatever way you feel is appropriate. The most common way is to say 'Amen'.
Summary: Show respect. Read from the Bible. Thank God. Ask forgiveness. Ask for guidance. Pray for others. Close your prayer.

Problem: Article: Why did the two of you get into a fight? Sometimes friends disagree and need to clear the air, just like couples argue. Fighting isn't always bad; you can express your feelings and resolve misunderstandings. But sometimes, a fight may be bigger than a simple disagreement, and it may cause you to reevaluate your friendship. Know your limits. There may be some behaviors that you consider unforgivable. For example, you may not be able to tolerate betrayal, gossip, or cheating. If your fight crossed one of these lines, you may decide you need to end the friendship. Sometimes friends may fight over different values. If this is the case, you may want to determine if sharing differing belief systems is a deal-breaker. For example, while you may not share the same political views, is this something that you can get past? Maybe you could agree to not talk about politics, or to share your views without arguing and agreeing to stop if things get hostile. Some friends may just be more confrontational, and having fights with each other is common. One or both of you may have certain behaviors that always trigger arguments. You may also notice fight patterns in your relationship, particularly if you have been friends for a while. Consider your personalities. You may just be two people who like to argue -- with everyone or each other -- a lot. As long as that works for both of you, then it's probably not necessary to end the friendship. But if you feel like you are fighting a lot, you might want to consider talking to your friend about arguing less. You and your friend may always find yourself fighting because of someone's bad habits; for example, you are perpetually late in meeting your friend. If that's the case, it may be better to address the behavior rather than end the friendship. For example, you may notice that you and your friend don't argue for long stretches at a time about anything, then all of the sudden have a huge blow-up which leaves you not speaking for weeks. You may want to talk to your friend about being more open to sharing when you disagree with each other at the time, rather than letting resentment build up. Does your friend have a pattern of fighting with other friends frequently? Do they provoke fights or end a lot of friendships? If it seems like this is a pattern with your friend, you may want to take steps to end the friendship. There will likely be drama again in the future. If your friend is the kind of person who is always stirring up drama and making you feel as though you are walking on eggshells around them, afraid you will say the wrong thing, it is probably best that you distance yourself from them. How do you feel when you are with your friend? Does your friend lift you up, make you feel good about yourself, listen to you and support you? Or do you feel like your friendship is not genuine, or that you are always relieved at the end of your time together? If your friendship leaves you feeling more drained than fulfilled, it may be time to move on. You may have physical or emotional stress symptoms every time you are around your friend. For example, do you feel a knot in your stomach or a tightening in your chest when you are around your friend? Do you feel anxious, irritable, or competitive in their presence? If so, this may not be the healthiest friendship for you, and you may wish to disengage.
Summary:
Consider the reasons behind your fight. Look at the history of your friendship. Think about your friend's behavior. Consider your feelings about the friendship.