Asking honest questions will show your sincerity in trying to understand what gay teens go through when coming out and living day to day. Being honest about your concerns will provide much needed support and establish open channels of communication. Keep in mind that asking honest questions might also mean asking difficult questions. Ask questions about whether they feel safe, what hardships they might have endured, or if they have told others and how their relationships have changed. Part of understanding sexual identity means understanding sex, and in this case, gay sex. Familiarizing yourself with gay sex will help provide much needed structure, support, and guidelines throughout the rest of their young adulthood. Try and avoid spending your time together in one-sided conversation. Take time to listen to what the other person is saying and then respond accordingly to keep the conversation going. Try and avoid being overly argumentative and combative. Respond with questions and acknowledge the other person's feelings. Understanding gay teens starts with yourself but that momentum will quickly fade if it is not followed up with communication and action. Finding new hobbies and activities, or reigniting old ones, is a great way to intentionally spend time and invest in gay teens' lives. Go to a movie together or go out for a coffee and chat. Show your support and interest in understanding by also attending gay and queer teen support events like National Coming Out Day. Resist the urge to react based on preconceived beliefs and instead respond from a place of acknowledgement and acceptance. Phrase your opinions, concerns, and beliefs as questions rather than stating them directly. Don't try and change them. They cannot help being gay and they cannot change even if you or they want to. Using words like "right" and "wrong" more often communicate judgement than genuine concern. Instead, use phrases like "I hear you" to communicate an acknowledgement of their feelings.

Summary: Ask honest questions. Practice active listening. Participate in activities together. Avoid confrontation.

The Battle Pyramid, located in the top right corner of the Battle Frontier, is a large orange pyramid comprising of 7 floors completely enveloped in darkness. Using 3 of your Pokemon, you must navigate the dark passageways and climb the pyramid floors until you reach the top. In addition, the player will not be allowed to carry their Bag inside. Instead, a special Bag is provided for item gathering during the challenge. In addition to finding items, you may also encounter Trainers and wild Pokemon. If you clear 7 floors successively and climb to the top of the Battle Pyramid, you clear a set. Furthermore, every time a set is cleared, the inside mazes change. As you are basically walking blind, the Battle Pyramid tests your bravery in the face of the unknown. The Battle Pyramid is the only facility in which you can freely customize the items that you give your Pokemon. Since the floors change with each run through the pyramid, the items will also change. It is a good idea to collect as many different items as possible, as well as keeping your floor streak up. With each run through the Battle Pyramid, you will encounter wild Pokemon which will either be of a certain type, or will know moves that cause a status ailment. Therefore, it is a good idea to carry Pokemon with either abilities or moves that cancel or counter these problems. With regards to status problems, the following list shows how to cure/prevent each possible ailment: Poison Pecha Berry, the Ability Immunity Paralysis Cheri Berry, the Ability Limber Confusion Persim Berry, the Ability Own Tempo Sleep Chesto Berry, the Abilities Vital Spirit or Insomnia Burn Rawst Berry, the Ability Water Veil Freezing Aspear Berry, the Ability Magma Armor Infatuation Mental Herb, the Ability Oblivious The Frontier Brain of the Battle Pyramid is Brandon, also known as the Pyramid King. He is encountered after the 21st and 70th floors in a streak. This means that Brandon will be at the peak of the pyramid of the 5th and 10th consecutive sets. Upon his defeat, he will award the respective Brave Symbol.

Summary: Know your facility: Hunt for items. Use Pokemon that can adapt. Defeat Brandon.

Accentuating your waist is one of the best ways to show off your curves and wearing a belt will help to create a waistline on any look. Make sure the belt fits with your look. There are innumerable choices in belts, and finding the right style is key to creating a waist. For example, if you are wearing a tighter top, wear a thinner belt. For dresses, you can choose thicker belts, including Japanese-style obis. A pair of simple, classic heels will not only lengthen your legs, but also help create an hourglass shape. Make sure to choose simple heels and avoid details like ankle-straps, which will cut the line of your look. You'll want to pull your curve-highlighting look together with the right jewelry. From earrings to necklaces and bracelets, these simple details will complete your outfit, giving you confidence. Longer earrings and necklaces will highlight your shoulders. A stack of glittery bracelets can draw attention to your hips. One accessory every woman should have that will help draw attention to curves is confidence. Putting together your curve-accentuating look and knowing that you look good will give you this confidence.
Summary: Wear a belt. Wear high-heeled shoes. Accentuate your look with jewelry. Have confidence.