Problem: Article: While there is no one way to walk like a girl, you may want to practice walking in a more feminine way. Instead of taking straight, hard strides, try to walk with a bit of a sway to your hips and lightness in your step. If you are just trying to experiment with what walking like a girl is like, then just aim for some slight movement in your hips as you take each step. Unless you are going for an over-the-top walk, such as for a drag show, don't place your feet directly in front of each other as this can make your walk look too exaggerated. A masculine way of sitting is with legs spread wide and arms out to take up more space. Instead, keep your knees together and your elbows in close to your body. You can cross your ankles or cross your knees if you feel comfortable doing so. This seated position will help to give you a more feminine appearance. You can also fold your hands on your lap or place them gently on the table in front of you. Try not to slouch while sitting. Instead, keep your back straight or lean forward and rest your elbows daintily upon the table. Women tend to have higher voices than men and this can give you away as a man dressing up like a woman. If you have a deep voice, then you may want to practice speaking at a higher octave. However, keep in mind that some women have deeper voices, so try not to feel self-conscious if your voice is a little deeper than some other women's voices. If you are dressing as a woman for a drag show or play, then you can either use your normal voice or go with an over-the-top girl voice. Women tend to smile and laugh more than men. Smiling and laughing more often can help you to appear more feminine, so try to smile and laugh a lot. Unless it is part of your drag show or character, you don't need to wear a big grin constantly or laugh all of the time. If you are just trying to get a feel for more feminine mannerisms, then try to smile and laugh a little more than you usually would. If you are having trouble doing a feminine laugh, try a soft giggle instead. Make your voice a little higher, but don't make it sound like Minnie Mouse.
Summary: Practice your walk. Sit with your ankles or legs crossed. Adjust your voice. Smile and laugh often.

Problem: Article: It's easy to forget about washing the skin of your neck if you're focused on tending to your face. However, include your neck in your regular hygiene process. It can improve your skin and help prevent ingrown hairs. Use the same cleanser on your neck that you use on your face a mild and non-comedogenic cleanser is best for daily use, as bar soap can dry out your skin. Scrub away dead skin and dirt by exfoliating your neck on a weekly basis. This will help prevent ingrown hairs by clearing out your pores. Lather up a clean washcloth in the shower and gently scrub the skin of your neck, using small circular motions. Rinse off with warm water. For the best effect, use a product that contains tretinoin (for instance, Renova or Retin-A) to clear away dead skin cells. You can also use an exfoliating loofah or sponge, or an exfoliating facial product on your neck. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, lather up with a cleanser that contains salicylic acid or beta hydroxy acid to unclog your pores. If you have sensitive or dry skin, avoid these products and consult with your doctor regarding the best exfoliation method for your skin type. Get a gentle, non-comedogenic moisturizer the kind that won't clog your pores. Having smooth, soft skin may help prevent ingrown hairs. Use moisturizer daily after you wash your neck. Apply moisturizing lotion while your skin is still damp to best trap moisture in your skin. Constantly wearing collared shirts, ties, or scarves can rub against your skin and cause irritation. Try wearing collarless shirts for a while to let your skin calm down. Stick to outfits that don't rub on the skin of your neck, if possible.
Summary: Wash your neck like you wash your face. Exfoliate your neck. Use moisturizer on your neck. Wear loose-necked shirts.

Problem: Article: Take frequent naps when you are trying to feel better. Aim for eight to ten hours of sleep per day while you are sick. This helps your body direct energy toward overcoming the illness. While you are sick, don't overdo it with physical activityonly engage in moderate exercise such as yoga or walking. The exceptions to this are if you have respiratory problems (coughing, congested lungs, etc.) or a fever and/or body aches, in which case you are best to avoid any exercise whatsoever. Try to avoid doing work, surrounding yourself with stress, doing chores, etc. while you are sick. Your goal should be to get better. Do this, and you have a better chance of returning soon to all the things you need or want to do. If you need to keep your mind busy or are bored while convalescing, try some low-activity entertainment, like watching television or reading a book. If you can, ask others to help you with day-to-day tasks, getting meals, etc., or if there is something else that must be taken care of while you are sick.
Summary: Get lots of sleep. Hold off on vigorous exercise. Keep activity to a minimum.

Problem: Article: For most people, it will probably be easiest to have the needle threader in your dominant hand. If you're right-handed, for instance, you'll hold the tool in your right hand, while left-handed sewers will use their left. You'll have much more coordination that way, which will allow you to focus on manipulating the small items you'll be working with. Make sure you're gripping the needle so that the eye is pointing upwards. Those with unsteady hands may find it helpful to stabilize the needle using a pincushion or piece of cork. The larger object will hold the needle in place while you're threading so that you won't have to. It may take a few attempts to get the two pieces lined up correctly. Push the threader until the needle rests in the shallow groove next to the base. This will keep it from accidentally slipping out. If you're having trouble getting the threader loop through, turn the needle slightly so you can see the opening a little better. You may need to push the threader gently to force it through the eye of a smaller-sized needle. The wire threader loop will give you a much larger target to aim at. Once you've got the thread inside, pull the loose end to continue feeding it through. Needle threaders take the imprecision out of threading by working in reverse. Instead of guiding the thread straight through, the threader allows you to anchor it in place, then pull the needle around it. Pull the loose end back on itself so that it runs alongside the length of the thread. Gather up both ends between the thumb and forefinger of your free hand. Be sure to create enough length to keep a secure grip on the folded thread. You'll load the threader the same way whether you want to work with single or double thread.
Summary:
Hold the threader in one hand and the needle in the other. Insert the wire threader loop through the eye of the needle. Guide the end of the thread through the threader loop. Double the thread over on itself.