Wash and dry your hands
Remove any outer seal or plastic wrap
Tap the lid gently to loosen the seal
Run the lid under warm water for 30 seconds
Dry the jar and lid
Grip the lid firmly with a rubber grip, towel, or jar opener
Hold the jar steady on a non-slip surface
Twist the lid counterclockwise
If it still will not open, tap the lid edge lightly with a spoon
If needed, ask someone else for help or use a jar-opening tool