Step 3 of Knit Row 1.....

Your needles, still in the "x" position, should be supported with your left hand. If you need help learning how to balance the needles, make the picture larger and remember you can use your body to help support the ends of the needles until you get used to holding them with your left hand. Notice how my thumb is helping to steady the two needles. Use your right hand to hold the yarn in preparation for the next step.