Article: Would you approach somebody with a sour expression on their face or with their head down on their desk? Not likely. Our body language can allow others to make assumptions about us before we even speak. Refrain from looking down at your shoes and try for a small, confident smile and eye contact instead. Open body language sends a message to others that you are willing to interact with them. Sit leaning forward in the direction of the person you are talking to, keep your legs and arms open, and maintain a relaxed posture. Recognize that your body language not only determines how people perceive you but also how you perform. Research shows that certain power poses like a relaxed posture and open arms depict when a person is feeling in charge and victorious. On the other hand, closing in on oneself like in the fetal position depict helplessness or vulnerability. One popular Ted Talk shows how these positions of dominance and power are universal throughout all living things human, primates, even birds. The speaker's premise is, if we purposefully go into these "power" positions when we are feeling insecure, we begin to believe it. This means that you have the power to control your confidence level in any given situation. Striking a power pose for two to five minutes can actually alter your brain chemistry, increasing testosterone and decreasing stress hormones. Even simply visualizing these poses can make you feel more confident and help you begin taking risks. The best way to meet people is to actively seek out places where you can meet people. Go to the Fall Dance party at your school or the office Christmas get-together. Try to meet at least one person by the end of the night. Find the local Open Mic & read some poetry you wrote in your college days. One researcher said the best outlet for him to overcome shyness around people was to get a job at a fast food restaurant. Working at McDonald's during his adolescence forced him to interact with complete strangers on a daily basis. He is still self-conscious in some social situations, but he credits that experience with helping him to become more successful despite his shyness. Ask friends of yours to introduce you to some of their friends or acquaintances. This is a great way to meet new people. Plus, you don't have to worry about knowing everyone because the one person you know will act as a buffer. Talk to this person for awhile and then slowly branch out and strike up conversations with mutual friends. Even though this may sound strange, stand in front of a mirror or close your eyes; imagine yourself talking to someone. Feeling like you are prepared before you enter into an unfamiliar social setting can help you minimize anxiety. See your interactions as more like role-play in a movie. Imagine yourself as the gregarious person that draws in others. Then, get out there and put your practice to work. Amplifying your strengths will not only make you feel more confident when around others, but will also make you seem more interesting and inviting. For example, if you like art, consider painting sets for a play. It will be easier to shine if you feel comfortable. Find ways to engage with others that share the same passions or interests as you. You can attract many new friends simply by doing what you know and seeming to enjoy it. No need to be over the top. Some of the greatest conversations started with "I like your shirt. Did you get it at (store name)?" Compliments naturally give others a positive impression of you because you made them feel good. What's more, you are guaranteed to walk away with a smile because complimenting others makes you feel good, too. If you know the person, use their name when you give a compliment. Also, be specific. Don't just say "You look great" say "I like your new hairstyle. The color is really flattering with your skin tone". Strive to give three to five compliments a day to a variety of people that you meet on the street and in your daily activities. Try not to select the same person twice. See how many conversations get started and how many people you leave feeling better than when you met them. Try to make progress in small, easily broken down, and identifiable steps. This gives you something new to learn every time, and you can proudly keep track of progress. Keep doing things like having conversations with new people and seeking out opportunities to connect with others. And, celebrate small wins, whether it is giving a few compliments or challenging your negative thoughts.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Be approachable. Put yourself out there. Practice talking. Showcase your talents. Give sincere compliments. Take small steps.
Article: This method is best saved as a last resort as you will be hitting the bottle on a hard surface like a wall or tree. You should not try this method on drywall or any weak structure. The pounding could break or damage your walls or furniture. This method is very dangerous as you can easily break the bottle, causing the glass to shatter. The glass can injure you severely. Proceed with extreme caution. Wrap the bottom of the bottle in the towel or place inside the opening of a hard-soled shoe. Then carefully hit the bottom of the bottle onto your hard surface. The shoe should be sturdy like a dress shoe. It should have a solid, flat heel. If you have a towel, make sure to wrap the towel evenly so that the part of the bottle hitting your hard surface is as flat as possible. Hit the bottle on your surface with a slow and consistent rhythm. The force of your motion and the movement of the liquid will slowly begin to push the cork upward out of the bottle. Once the cork has begun to emerge from the bottle, grab it with your fingers and pull it out. Don't keep hitting the bottle when you see that you can grab the cork. If you hit the bottle on the surface and force the cork out, your liquid will come spraying out after it. Even when pulling the cork out, you may want to give your wine or champagne a few minutes to settle before pulling out the cork. It may spray when you remove the cork. Once you have finally removed your cork, you can now sit back and enjoy a hard earned drink. This method of popping out the cork should be saved for last. It is recommended that you push the cork through the bottle before attempting this method.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Grab a hard-soled shoe or a towel. Hit the bottom of the bottle. Twist the rest of the cork out of the bottle. Enjoy your wine or champagne.
Article: You can add, delete, edit, or view files in your Dropbox folder from any computer on Dropbox.com. Click Sign In at the top-right corner of the screen to sign in to your account. Once you're in, you'll see the contents of the Dropbox folder on your computer. As long as the computer you're on supports the file type, you should be able to open and edit the files in your Dropbox without issue. To add new files from another computer, click the blue Upload Files button on the right side of the screen, then follow the on-screen instructions to add your files. The next time your Mac connects to the internet, the files you uploaded will sync to its Dropbox folder.
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Go to https://www.dropbox.com. Sign in to Dropbox. Click a file to view it. Upload new files.