[header] How to open a difficult jar [title] Find something to grip the jar with. [step] Jar lids are slippery, and it can be difficult to get a good grip on them using your hands alone. Gripping the lid with something aside from your fingers can make it can make it much easier to successfully open a finicky jar. 
Grab one of the these items to help you get a grip : [substeps] A rubber jar opener a rubber glove a silicon pad grippy shelf liners a wide rubber band [title] Grip the lid with your chosen item. [step] Place your palm on the top of the lid and apply pressure.