How to Be Cool

Any teenager will tell you, the ability to be cool isn't something you're born with. It takes a lot of practice, skill and a little luck. If you're lacking in the cool department, there are things that you can do to raise your cool factor considerably. So, keep reading to find out how you can learn to be cool in just a matter of minutes.

Instructions

1. Just breathe. When someone tries to get a rise out of you, or you feel yourself losing your cool, just step back and breathe. You'll instantly appear to be in control of the situation, and others will start to take notice.

2. Look the part. You don't have to be beautiful to be cool, but you do need to look put together. Make sure that your hair is brushed, your teeth are free of food and your breath is pleasant.

3. Don't let people get to you. If you want to be cool, you have to learn that it's impossible to make everyone happy all the time. So, just be yourself and try not to stress out when things don't go your way. Everyone doesn't have to be your friend, and you don't need them to be.

4. Be confident. The people who appear cool are those who feel confident about themselves. Believe in yourself, and others will too.

5. Pick your friends wisely. Don't waste your time with people you don't really like. Instead, pick friends that you really connect with. This will up your cool factor considerably when you aren't spending all your time trying to please others or trick them into liking you.

6. Laugh at yourself. It's an essential trait of someone who's really cool.