60% of the time, it works every time

I just wanna get through next week. Alive. My starvation tendencies are back again, I fear that despite losing weight, I also lose hair.

Anyway, being with some people in school taught me certain things.

1. Never impose your will on others. They'll resent it and end up blaming you.

2. Keep your nose clean. Scandal will mar ANY amount of charisma or popularity you have.

3. Under no circumstances should your mouth be quicker than your brain.

4. You don't have to like everyone. But it'll definitely help if everyone likes you.

5. This is something I learned from Sharon: the association rule. You are judged by the company you keep. Kinda explains the fall from grace by a certain annoying someone who dated the wrong fat legged girl and went from pro to schmo.

6. You are also judged by what you wear. Not that you should dress to the nines everyday (but it helps!) but at least remember the most important maxim by Dale Carnegie: PRESENTATION IS EVERYTHING. If you dress like a ho, be ready to be treated like a ho. Dress like a slob and you'll get nothing but deodorant for your birthday (note: does not apply to exam period). Dress smart and classy, and people will automatically treat you with more respect.

7. People will like you if you actually give a damn.

8. Never esteem yourself higher than others. I'm still trying to get this part right, cos no one likes a pompus ass on her high horse judging everyone.

There. That's about everything I learned about dealing with people.