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The How-To Lounge: Calling Someone You Don't Know

May 19, 2008 - Whether it’s for work or personal reasons, calling someone you don’t know can be very intimidating. For whatever reason — perhaps because all of the normal body-language clues are removed — the phone seems to make even the most mundane conversations a little more awkward and uncomfortable. Fortunately, getting past the fear of the phone just takes some practice, so to learn some tips for calling someone new, read more - 10 Comments

Do Tell: What Are Your Nervous Habits?

May 04, 2008 - We’re at no loss for bad habits that we wish we didn’t have, so what about nervous habits? I’ve lost more jewelry than I care to count because whenever I'm nervous, I start fidgeting with my rings or earrings, and I bite my lip too. So what about you? - 47 Comments

Dear Poll: Are You a Nervous Laugher?

Feb 12, 2008 - I have a very loud laugh that some say is contagious, so I guess I should feel lucky that I'm not a nervous laugher. When I say nervous laughter, I mean someone that giggles when they're uncomfortable, sad, or even angry — like at a funeral or when they are put on the spot at work. So what category do you fall in? - 30 Comments

The How-To Lounge: Being Confident When You Don't Feel It

Feb 04, 2008 - We've all felt nervous or shy in situations that we'd give anything to be confident in — first dates, job interviews, meeting your significant other's parents, and the list goes on. Unfortunately, the nerves we're feeling inside can end up on display for everyone else to see in the way we hold ourselves, make eye contact, speak, and smile. Fortunately, there are certain ways you can give the illusion of confidence even when all you feel like doing is hiding in the corner. - 14 Comments

The How-To Lounge: Calming Your Nerves

Oct 08, 2007 - I think it's fair to say everyone has suffered from jitters and nerves before a big meeting, speaking in public or in anticipation of a social engagement. According to O Magazine, an estimated 40 million Americans suffer from anxiety disorder, so here are some tips to help you calm those nerves. Click here to read more - 6 Comments

The How-To Lounge: Combatting Wedding Day Cold Feet

Jun 06, 2007 - In the Spring of 2005, the "run away bride" Jennifer Wilbanks made headlines when she took her cold feet to another level, making up an elaborate story to get out of her wedding all because of wedding day jitters. While it is perfectly normal to get cold feet before your big day, there are ways to calm your nerves. Click here to read more - 0 Comments

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