Sometimes, stress and too much emotion can simply come from stretching yourself too thin. Learn to say no to some of your commitments so you can fully commit to the other ones. The best way to say "no" is to just keep it simple. That is, don't offer explanations, just say "No, I'm sorry, I can't do that." You don't have to justify why you don't have the time to commit to something. You don't have to say no all the way. For instance, if someone asks you to bake cupcakes for a bake sale, you could say that you don't have the time to bake them, but you would be willing to buy some if that was acceptable. Don't let a list of tasks overwhelm you. Make a plan to get things done. Start with what's most important, and schedule time to get it done. Once you've started completing items on your list, you'll feel stress start to melt off. Writing in a journal about what you're feeling can be very cathartic. Over time, it can also help you learn what makes you upset, which can take some of the sting out of the situation. If you don't know where to begin, ask yourself what moments you enjoyed and what moments you didn't enjoy in your day. Look at what emotions contributed to each situation. Meditation can be as simple as learning to listen to your breathing. It's taking a step back from the world, taking your focus from your stress and relaxing your body. For instance, one type of meditation involves repeating a mantra over and over. A mantra is a short word or phrase that helps focus the mind, such as "om." However, your mantra can be whatever you want. Concentrate on letting your thoughts go, concentrating on repeating that phrase over and over. Hobbies such as knitting or even solving jigsaw puzzles help you step away from your emotions. They are like meditation in that way, helping you clear your mind. Exercise is a great way to manage stress. For one, you get lost in the motion, and it becomes a form of meditation, helping you forget what's wrong. In addition, it ups your endorphins, which make you feel better about life. Aim for 150 minutes of aerobic activity a week, if you're exercising moderately. Sometimes, it's not you. Sometimes, it's the people you hang out with. The next time you find yourself in a situation where someone makes you feel hurt, tell that person. You can't make the situation better if you don't say something. It may be hard to get the words out, but the words don't need to be anything special. All you have to say is, "What you [did or said] hurt me, and I would appreciate it if you don't do it again." If you're constantly feeling put-down by the people around you, you may need to get new friends. Of course, give the people around you a chance to change. However, if they repeatedly hurt you, maybe it's time to find some new friends.

Summary: Learn to say no. Practice time management. Take some time each day to write. Try meditation. Try a repetitive hobby. Exercise often. Confront your friends. Surround yourself with better people.

Scorpio men appreciate a partner with a sharp intellect and confident opinions. If your Scorpio partner is interested in an academic, political, or other topic, ask them about it. Listen to their opinion, then share your own (whether you agree with them entirely or not). You might say, for example, "So I noticed you're part of our school's environmental club. What got you into that?" Avoid discussing controversial topics until you've gotten to know him and can avoid offending him. Scorpios tend to hold strong opinions. Don't be offended if he's a passionate debater. He's not trying to offend you but is just explaining his perspective. Scorpios tend to be elusive with their true emotions but, if you can make your Scorpio man feel safe, he may open up to you about his feelings. Listen to him as he reveals this part of himself to help him feel loved. Try not to get overly-sappy. Scorpios tend to dislike sentimentality. Scorpio men are very ambitious and love to feel like their partner has their back. Ask your Scorpio about his goals and how you can support him. When he accomplishes one of his goals, congratulate him to show that you care. Although you don't have to fall into the role of "personal cheerleader," Scorpios do not mesh well with partners who hold them back from their dreams. Give your Scorpio space while he's working on an important project. Scorpios may be intense but, when it comes to their passion projects, they need alone time. Scorpio men love spending time outside, especially with the people they love. Spend a weekend or afternoon for an outdoor getaway with your Scorpio as your schedules allow. As a fixed water sign, Scorpios love water sports like wakeboarding, fishing, sailing, or water skiing. True intimacy is something that takes time with a Scorpio, but it is rewarding for both when it's established. Spend time with your Scorpio often to develop both elements of that connection. Don't rush into physical intimacy with your Scorpio man until you're both ready. Having deep conversations with him and building mutual trust is just as vital as kissing or cuddling. Scorpios are usually open about their sexual interests. Use your time dating a Scorpio man to explore your sexuality.

Summary: Engage in intellectual discussions or debates with your Scorpio partner. Draw out your Scorpio's sensitive side. Support your Scorpio partner in his goals. Plan outdoor dates with your Scorpio partner. Make time for emotional and physical intimacy with your Scorpio.

If a woman is facing you most of the time, you have her interest. If she is turning her head often to check out the rest of the room, then she is probably looking at other options. A woman's body facing a room full of people is an unconscious way of appearing available, whereas a woman that is facing you, is focused on you. If she is holding her purse or jacket in between you, then she is creating a barrier. She might not even realize that she is doing it, but that doesn't mean you should ignore the implications. It could mean that she is a guarded person, or that she is not quite sure about you yet. Either way, you should know it might be a sign that might not be turned on. If she is creeping in on your personal space, there is a good chance she is doing it intentionally. Just be sure you aren't the one who is actually moving closer. If she has no interest in you, she won't be sharing an embarrassing story from her past. Even if she isn't sharing anything too deep or personal, if she is opening up at all, you're doing something right. If a girl is not into you, she won't have any desire to put her hands on you. If she does, even in a way that is seemingly innocent, it could be a good sign she has some interest. Be sure to touch her back in a similar fashion.
Summary: Read her body language. Watch the area between your bodies. Listen for secrets. Notice when she touches you.