Category Archives: friends
Help! I’m a Geek!
Dear Brandon, I’m very smart and I love school. I really like spending my free time during lunch hanging out in math class solving extra credit problems. Yes, I’m a big geek! I feel kind of socially awkward, but would like to make friends with other kids at my school. What should I do? Matt the Math […] Read more
WHEN YOUR FRIEND IS SUPER CLINGY
Today’s question comes from Marifer, who writes: My friend, Marlenne, is too clingy and physical. For example, when I’m going to the restroom and she sees me, she comes running up to me, hits me in the arm, and says, “Surprise! It’s me!” She always scares cute boys, too, because she punches them, as well. […] Read more
WHEN YOUR FRIEND WANTS YOU ALL TO HERSELF
Today’s question comes from Roxy, who writes: My friend never wants me to spend time with other friends. She always gets upset if I talk with other people or make plans to meet up with them. But when she talks to those people, she acts like this never happened. She says that I don’t care […] Read more
WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’RE ALWAYS SECOND BEST
Today’s question comes from Anita, who writes: I feel like I’m always second best. I’m always the backup friend, the third wheel. When my teachers tell us to get into pairs, I’m always the one left out. All my friends partner up, and I’m left standing there awkwardly. I’m sick of being everyone’s second choice. […] Read more
WHEN YOUR FRIENDS WON’T FORGIVE YOU
Today’s question came in anonymously. It reads: My friend and I love to banter back and forth. We do it until we get on each other’s nerves. But this time I went too far, when she started it. I said some awful things, and now my other friends can’t seem to forgive me for it, […] Read more
WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOU’RE LOSING YOUR NEWLY POPULAR BFF
Today’s question came in anonymously. It reads: My cousin, who is my best friend, is amazing. She’s outgoing, friendly, and popular. When we were little, we were practically twins, connected by the arm. But, ever since she dated and broke up with this popular guy, everyone knows and loves her. I mean, it’s great that […] Read more
WHEN YOUR FRIEND WON’T LET YOU SPEAK YOUR MIND
Today’s question comes from Rosen, who writes: Sometimes my BFF and I disagree, and she gets to speak her mind but she won’t let me. I’m scared that if I DO share my opinion, she’ll get mad at me and then she won’t be my friend anymore. What should I do? My Advice: Hi Rosen! […] Read more
WHEN YOUR FRIEND BRAGS 24/7
Today’s advice question comes from Tally, who writes: I have a bestie who’s sweet and friendly, and we’re practically sisters. But there is one BIG problem: she LOVES to brag! She annoys me by giving me constant updates on her life and posting pictures of bargains she got, as if gloating. My other bestie feels […] Read more
