Normal is boring. Why not live life like a queen? What's stopping you? There is not any! With a little class, a little confidence, and you can get it. With a little help from this article, you'll realize that all along, your empire has been right in front of your eyes.
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Part 1 of 3: Act Like A Queen
Step 1. Be polite
Hello manners! The Queen of England (and she is a great role model) has had a great attitude since coming out of the womb. He always said, "Please," "Thank you," and never took the last remaining french fries, even when he was in a room full of his subordinates (all rooms filled with his subordinates). He was always nice to everyone, even when he didn't want to be nice -- but he never admitted that he never wanted to be nice.
- A queen would never yell at others, order them around. He is kind, friendly, and always lets the other person talk and waits for the moment to respond. He spends quite a bit of time listening and that's surprising considering how important he is!
- He's even polite when he's on the phone! And when he texts, he's also polite.
Step 2. Write a book on etiquette
Not literally, though (although maybe you could give it a try). What that means is knowing everything there is to know about this queen's topic. Even when no one else is in the room, a queen has fantastic etiquette. He knows how to eat good soup, which fork to use, and how to behave in any situation.
You know why he knows all this? Because he reads wikiHow articles in this etiquette category. If you think etiquette is easy, there's etiquette for watching movies, etiquette for eating sushi, and even etiquette for being in an elevator. That's only three, you know… So start reading now
Step 3. Always be considerate of others
You might think that the queen's days are full of manicure and pedicure treatments and sitting with her legs crossed, but it's actually the opposite. He always takes the time to help his people when needed and looks for opportunities to help. She wants to volunteer at a homeless or abandoned animal shelter, help raise funds, organize people to take action -- everything it takes to stay involved in her community. Because he knows he has power, he uses it for good!
So how do you use your position to help others in your life? Can you help them complete their projects? Volunteering at a hospital or nursing home? Knocking on one door and another to spread something you believe in? You shouldn't spend most of your day focusing on yourself and shifting your focus to helping others
Step 4. Have a good character
A queen is honest, fair, compassionate, empathetic, and balanced. He was virtuous, strong, and stuck to what he thought was right. He is not petty, selfish or manipulating. So keep your promise. Be an honest human. Don't waste other people's time. And obviously don't be arrogant!
Arrogance is a sign of inferiority. Those who bully others, who are self-centered, who feel better than others are actually trying to drown out that voice in their minds -- the voice that tells them they don't matter. So realize even if you are a queen, everyone is precious. Everyone knows something you don't. So act with integrity -- fair, balanced, honest, and gentle
Step 5. Be diplomatic
A Queen always has to make decisions and often these decisions are important. He listens to all sides of a story and then expresses his opinion. He tries to accommodate everyone, but often realizes he can't do it. No matter what kind of situation the situation was, he handled it wisely and sensitively. He is very diplomatic.
When you are faced with a situation, try to think before you speak. Consider all the facts, and comment as wisely as possible. For example a friend is nagging about how bad gay people are. Instead of saying, "Wow, you're too late. What are you babbling about?" a queen would say, "Actually me and other open-minded people disagree with you, but you are entitled to have your own opinion." He stood by his principles and refuted foolish opinions shrewdly
Step 6. Accept the boring side too
Sometimes a Queen wakes up in the morning and thinks, "Maybe today I'll take a bath, have some tea, then have brunch with someone I really like." Then he looked at his agenda for the day and realized that he had to attend many meetings with various smiling strangers throughout the day. This is part of the job description. So you have to be prepared to enter the "Kingdom" which is not just about glamorous things.
And he does it with pride! Complaining is not in a queen's dictionary. He had so many things to do in one day and accepted them graciously. It was all worth the opportunity to spend a night dressing up and going to the movies with Michelle Obama. For free, of course
Step 7. Speak well
Learn to increase your vocabulary and speak clearly. Pronounce each word well (e.g. "remember" not "remember" and stay away from proclamations and all expletives. Use polite words. Say "I can," not "I can," in any question. Maybe he's tucked into saying words that don't fit EYD, but that's only to the extent of his fault.
Part 2 of 3: Think Like A Queen
Step 1. Be confident
You're a queen, you know! Why are you not confident?! You are amazing and everyone loves you. You are beautiful, smart and have a great personality. So raise your head. You are great.
If it's hard for you to muster up your confidence, start by thinking positively. The more positive you are about the world, the easier it will be to be positive about yourself. Confidence doesn't come overnight, but a positive perspective can make the world go your way
Step 2. Believe that you are destined for great things
Because that's the truth. Most people are meant to be, if they will realize and accept it. When you hold on to this belief, it will radiate outward. The actions you take will be affected by it, other people's point of view of you will be affected and so will the way you view yourself. If you believe you can achieve greatness, you will aim to do so. If you don't believe it, you won't do it. Easy as that.
It's easy to put in the effort 110%. When trying to reach for the stars in the sky, it is easy for you to fall. But if you don't strive for the best, you really won't know what you can do. And a queen deserves the best, right?
Step 3. Don't be afraid to speak your mind
You deserve the things you want, right? What is clear is a reasonable desire. People may say no, so why not try asking?! Ask your boss for a raise. Ask your friends to stop complaining. Request that vegetarian meals be provided at this year's Thanksgiving feast. If you're diplomatic and honest and personable (and that's who you are, right?), your request won't feel out of place.
This is no reason to be selfish. Again, your request should be well thought out and should be fair. Asking a roommate to give away her iPod is not a well thought out and fair request. Asking him to wash his dishes that had been left dirty for a week was a well thought out and fair request
Step 4. Don't hesitate with your choice
A queen is firm in her beliefs and opinions. He knows what he wants and how he wants the world and the people around him to behave. He is so confident and sticks to his principles. He's not fickle because he knows what's best for him!
And your requests? Everything must be said without hesitation. So when you ask for a raise, look your boss in the eye when he says it and don't back down when he says no. You may lose the war, but you don't lose your grip. And when you don't get what you want, don't push! There's always tomorrow
Step 5. Think humbly
Being a queen is not the same as being a diva. A diva is the type of woman who demands that someone be in front of her and spray perfume while someone else behind her sprinkles rose petals. A queen realizes that she is not really different from the people around her. They are human too!
And how can he do it? Because a queen has been a queen all her life. That's all he knows, so it's no big deal. She sat in the back of the room, minding her own business, not needing the spotlight "because she knows she's a queen." This is no big deal. She didn't need a photo of herself as big as the body in which she was changing. He didn't need anyone else hunched over at his feet, filling every toilet he used with flowers. He just wants to be treated with respect. Just that
Step 6. View failure as a stepping stone to greatness
And a queen is not afraid of failure! That's a quote from Oprah and if there was a queen in the United States, it would be Oprah. Hmm, maybe Michelle Obama, but they look like friends. Obviously, Oprah is right. When you fail, you perfect your strategy. So, it's true, queens can fail too. But they know how to improve after that failure!
The more often you fail, the more things you do. The more things you do, the better you will be at everything you do. And the more times you fail, the more you know "don'ts" to do. So, try to fail! You just perfected yourself as a queen
Part 3 of 3: Looking Like A Queen
Step 1. Practice your smile
A queen, although rarely excited (and rarely angry), is usually happy and contented. He doesn't like being negative and complaining. She's a queen -- what's there to be negative about?! Life is amazing, so show it to your face! Plus, people love meeting "you," so show them you're happy to meet them!
Learning to smile with your eyes is key -- people can spot a fake smile, but smiling with your eyes makes it look real. Try doing this if you have to fake it. We all have to fake it sometimes
Step 2. Be graceful
Practice good posture and cross your legs at the ankles. Move gracefully, carefully, and with dignity. Being like a queen means you are elegant and being elegant takes grace and posture. If you can't, how can you convince others?
A good way to start being graceful is to take a yoga class or dance class. Knowing your body is one of the things you need to do to learn how to move like a queen. And, as always, lift your head and straighten your back. Remember that you are in your own palace
Step 3. Walk
Think of Charlize Theron in "Snow White and the Huntsman." Just imagine Helen Mirren in "The Queen." Even try to imagine Malficent. They all had a graceful, steady and elegant way of walking that only queens had. The way they walk is dignified, classy and charming. Try copying!
You have the room where you are. You have all the room you have. Remember that. Entering a room is like entering your home. It doesn't matter where or what room it is or who is in it, you own it. So why should you feel uncomfortable?
Step 4. Fill the wardrobe with elegant clothes
It's up to you. The Queen of Jordan clearly has a different way of dressing from the Queen of England. There were no specific manuals they read, no clothing collections specifically made for them, no clothing labels called "Queen Wear." But if you want to be more specific: think about classes. Clothing that is feminine, demure, and timeless. This means pearls, knee-length dresses, and slightly high heels. But don't worry, there's still time to put on your pajamas.
If people look at you strangely, it means you did it right. Wearing elbow-length gloves to the bar? Cool. Pillbox hat to the office? Why not? Silk scarf? Hm, maybe that's a bit of an exaggeration, but it's up to you
Step 5. Bring a bag that fits
Let's make this point clear: don't carry a backpack. Don't carry a hobo bag, messenger bag, drawstring bag or even a tote. And do not let you carry a duffel bag. Never. Make a choice on a clutch, envelope purse, or shoulder bag. Maybe you can choose a carpet bag if it fits. And in that bag? Mirror, a little money, powder, and a few other little things that matter.
In case you're curious, the Queen of England brings Lauren's bag. Maybe it doesn't have to be a Lauren bag that you choose, but it can be a good reference
Step 6. Keep it very clean
Surely you shower every day and use deodorant, right? Well, do a little extra maintenance. Use scrubs. Apply moisturizer to your elbows. If you are in your mid-20s, start using a night cream. Push your cuticles. Apply a strong moisturizer to your hair. You don't have to do it every day, but try to do it every week.
And when caring for your body, look for your signature scent. A queen always has a good smell. Use this deodorizer all the time and you'll be able to spread that scent when you're in a third world country manure factory negotiating business with his head there. Or maybe when you were out camping and forgot to bring your deodorizer
Step 7. Pamper yourself
A queen has to take care of herself, but once in a while she can also ask someone else to take care of her! So head to the salon for nail treatments, hair treatments, and facials. Dress up your whole body. Spend a day at the spa. Ask for mineral treatment. Ask for a treatment that makes them put cucumbers in your eyes. In other words: it's time to relax.
Actually a queen doesn't have to do this, but it's so easy to feel like a queen when someone rubs cream between your toes. And when you feel like a queen, it's easy for you to act like one! But remember to say thank you
Tips
- Remember to treat others with respect, because they will not like to be treated as if they are inferior to you.
- If you can't afford to buy a new collection or hire a professional stylist, try finding clothes that are cheaper but look more professional. Try asking a friend to dress you up and looking online for tips on getting a great hairdo.
- Do some research on what a queen looks like and see if you can imitate her.
- Check out photos of modern-day queens and try to look like them.
Warning
- People can hate you if you are arrogant. Avoid that attitude.
- Buying expensive clothes just to have expensive things can be a waste of money.
