Gently carry your cat to your dosing area (i.e. the towel) and make sure your voice is soothing, happy, and relaxed. Place the cat in the middle of the towel, facing you. At this point, you will need to ensure that the cat cannot wiggle or escape during the dosing. If your cat is very placid, it may be sufficient to hold it. If you have an assistant, he or she should place a hand on each of the cat's shoulders and gently grips the cat's upper forelegs. This keeps the cat still and stops it from lifting a front paw to scratch. You or the assistant can also cuddle the cat to your chest or stomach, to stop the cat backing away or wriggling sideways. If your cat is wiggly or likely to scratch you, you'll need to wrap the cat in the towel. Wrap your feline snugly, with just its head protruding. A snug fit around the neck ensures the claws are safely contained inside and cannot scratch you. To do this, fold one half of the towel over the cat's back and repeat with the opposite half so that the cat is contained within the towel. Take up any slack in the towel around its neck, so that its front legs are pinned against its body and contained within the towel. If you have an assistant, have him or her put their hands on the outside of the towel, over the cat's shoulders, to steady the animal. Form an inverted "C" shape with the forefinger and thumb of your left hand. Place this upside-down C over the cat's head. Your fingertip and thumb should be resting on either side of the corner of its mouth, with your palm resting on the cat's forehead. Gently press inwards with the fingertip and thumb, pressing the cat's upper lips over its upper cheek teeth (the molars). If you are left-handed, use your right hand to open the cat's mouth so your left hand is free to administer the medication. This approach forces the cat to open its mouth slightly in order to avoid biting its own lip, while also minimizing the likelihood that you will be bitten. Once the cat has opened its mouth a little, angle its head upwards towards the ceiling. This can be done without shifting your left-hand grip, simply by rotating your wrist. Tipping its head upwards helps the lower jaw to drop down a little, opening the mouth wider.

Summary: Position the cat. Immobilize the cat. Open the cat's mouth. Raise the cat's head.

Open up to your parents about who you are. Find a time that is less stressful for them and you. Consider finding a way to make it a private conversation away from your other family members. Having a one-on-one conversation that is deeper and more meaningful may help you to trust them and to feel loved by them. Consider timing. Identify times in the evenings or on the weekends when you and your parents may have more time to really talk about what's on your mind. Avoid giving up on them if a calm and loving conversation doesn't go as smoothly as you had hoped the first time. Be assertive about who you are. Be confident about what matters most to you in life. Express what you love. Express what bothers you. Avoid dismissing your feelings or repressing them because your parents may have a different view. When you're feeling down or struggling with something, be willing to ask for help. Ask them to provide reassurance. You may need to state it outright, rather than assuming they'll "know" what to do. For example, let's say you're having a difficult time with your friend, you could state to your parents that you're going through a difficult time, and then say, "I could use some reassurance and support right now." While it may feel awkward at first, it will make clear what your needs are. When you feel yourself getting upset with your parents, avoid trying to confront them in anger. You cannot force someone to love you for who you are through your anger. If you are having difficulty talking to your parents without getting upset, then consider doing the following: Find a place that makes you feel calm. Try to remove your negative thinking about yourself and others in this space. Take a deep breath. Use breathing exercises. Consider meditation or praying. Focus your mind on letting go of hate, anger, and resentment. Focus instead on loving you. Write out your feelings in a journal. Consider using art such as drawing or painting as a way to release your frustrations. Communicate with your parents when you are better able to share your feelings in a calm way. with your parents. If your parents will not love and accept you for whatever reason, you can at least set boundaries about what is acceptable to say to you and how you expect them to treat you. Let them know what you will not accept in your relationship with them and what will happen if they violate your boundaries. Use "I" language when communicating your boundaries. Using "you" language can cause people to become defensive and sounds blaming. Do not say, "You always tear down my accomplishments and my work. You're so unsupportive and such a bully!" Instead, you might say, "Mom, I know you don't agree with my chosen profession, but I feel hurt when you say it isn't a respectable career. From now on please keep your comments about my job to yourself. If you continue, I'm going to stop coming to Sunday dinners." While your parents may have certain expectations of who you should be, and what you should become, help them to remember each person has their own interests, preferences, and identity. This may be very difficult for some parents to accept, but it is important to express how you are your own person. Tell them that you will treat their interests, preferences, and beliefs with respect, and that you hope they will do the same. Stay true to your word, and show them that you can respect their differences. Recognize that your parents may have certain backgrounds or values that reflect how they act and what they say. Think about what matters to you. If you are seeking their love and respect, then tell them, "Despite our differences, I hope that you can love and respect me."

Summary: Have a quiet conversation with your parents. Share your feelings. Avoid being angry, upset, or confrontational. Set boundaries Remind your parents that not everyone is the same as them.

Don't go too overboard -- Pocahontas certainly wasn't orange. If your skin is pale, go for a sunkissed look with blushes and bronzers. If you made it yourself, all the better! Check out images of Pocahontas online if you want to imitate the Disney character. Hers was blue with a white pendant. The necklace is a good opportunity to add color to your costume. Consider armbands and bracelets as well, but don't go overboard. Pick one or two accessories. Less is more here. If you'd like to make it more manageable, braid it into one or two long braids. Pocahontas doesn't have to have dark hair, but it is the traditional look. If you have long hair already, you may want to invest in a swimming cap to keep your tresses from sneaking out and putting a damper on your completed look. Use the same material you used to make your outfit. Cut three long strands and braid them together, starting with the end knotted. Braid enough to wrap around your head, but leave loose ends to dangle. You can then attach beads or feathers to the hanging ends to spice up your outfit. Just tie at the base of your head and then again at the bottom of the strands.
Summary: Wear bronzer on your cheeks to give yourself a tanned look. Wear a wooden beaded necklace. Find a long flowing dark wig at a costume hire store or similar outlet. Braid a headband.