Tracy Carver, PhD

How to

Comfort Someone Who Is Sad

When someone you care for is down in the dumps, it might leave you feeling a little helpless or frustrated. There must be something you can say to help dust them off and get them back on their feet, but what is it? With ...

What to Do When Your Close Friends Are Upset with You

How to make amends and repair your closest friendshipsYou may have no trouble arguing with your parents about curfew or fighting with your siblings about borrowing your stuff. But when we fight with our best pals, it can...

15 Red Flags of a Toxic Friend

Watch out for these red flags that your "friend" doesn't have your best interests in mindThe tricky thing about friends is that we often just feel so much affection and love for them that we can sometimes be blind to the...

How Do You Know if Someone Considers You Their Best Friend? Get the Scoop on Your BFF

If you have a close friend that you really care about, you likely want to know if they feel super close to you, too. Thankfully, there are so many ways to show someone that you cherish their friendship. If you're wonder...

How to

Comfort Your Friend

Who do you turn to when things go wrong? Your friends can offer a great sense of comfort and support, especially when you’re feeling down. Knowing exactly how to comfort your friend and what to say isn’t always easy,...

How to

Confront Someone

When you decide to address something or someone directly and proactively, you are engaging in confrontation. Confrontation can be incredibly difficult, and many people try to avoid it at all costs; however, sometimes yo...

The Best Ways to Stimulate the Parasympathetic Nervous System

Tricks to help you relax is stressful situationsDealing with stress is a normal part of life, but too much stress and anxiety can be harmful. When you feel really stressed, your body naturally releases hormones that trig...

How to

Have a Good House Party

Having a house party is a fun way to celebrate with your friends and meet new people. To have a good house party, you need to plan it out and make sure you prepare your home before guests arrive. There are many things th...

How to

Go to a Party Alone Without Feeling Weird About It

If there’s a party you really want to go to but none of your friends can make it, you don’t have to miss out! Going to a party by yourself can be just as fun as going with friends (if not moreso). While it might feel...

How to Help an Emotionally Unstable Person & What to Say When Someone Is Struggling

When someone seems emotionally unstable, it can be hard to know exactly what to do or say to help them. While you can’t force anyone to seek out professional help, you can support an emotionally unstable person by vali...

How to

Pretend to Drink Alcohol

Do you find yourself in situations in which social drinking is expected? If you can’t or don’t drink for any reason, the best option is to simply tell your friends and acquaintances. But if you don’t feel comfortab...

How to Cut Cords with Someone and Release Emotional Attachments

Energy cords are a crucial aspect of your spiritual connection to other people, but if they’ve become a negative influence, how do you cut them? Luckily, there are plenty of ways to cut your energetic cords with other ...

How to

Be a Perfect Girl

Girls from all over the world set out to achieve perfection in their lives. Some want to act perfectly, while others want to have the perfect look. Although there is no way to achieve absolute perfection, there are steps...

How to

Stop Shaking when Nervous

Once your nerves set in and you feel yourself begin to shake, it can be difficult to stop. Fortunately, if you make a conscious effort to calm yourself down and relax your muscles, you may be able to steady your nerves a...

How to

Not Get Nervous

We’ve all been nervous at some point—it’s a totally natural feeling that’s part of the human experience! However, if your nervousness causes you to freeze up before performing certain activities or just makes it ...

How to

Throw a High School Party

Having a high school party can be a lot of fun, but if you've never thrown a party before, keep in mind it can take a lot of work, too. Take some time to plan it out and get permission from your parents. Then set up for ...

How to

Avoid Fake Friends

If you’re worried about a friend being fake, it’s likely something is wrong. Unfortunately, fake friends are out there, and they can be really hard to avoid. Luckily, you can learn to spot a two-faced fake friend so ...

How to

Host a Teen Party

Hosting a teen party may seem daunting, but if you know what to plan for, it can be a blast! You want your child(ren) to have fun, but you don't want the party to get out of hand. Here are some tips and tricks to hosting...

How to

Get Invited to Parties

Spending time at home alone while others are out having fun at parties can be lonely and frustrating. This guide can help you be more outgoing, get invited to more parties, and feel less lonely overall. By getting out ...

How to

Win an Argument when You Know You Are Wrong

It feels great to make your case and win an argument. However, at times it can be fairly difficult to win, especially if you know that you're wrong or your opponent is well-spoken and intelligent. Luckily, there are tact...