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"Why are my parents all up in my business?" |
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 My parents are all up in my business. Why are they so nosy and how do I get them to stop? Short answer: It’s their job and they probably won’t stop. Long answer: As much of a pain as this may seem to be, it is your parents’ job to be on top of their game when it comes to parenting you. Depending on your definition of nosy, if your parents are asking you where you are going, who you are going to be with, what time you expect to be home, who you are texting, etc., these are all legitimate questions and deserve a response. If you want them to stop asking so many questions, give them the information before they have to ask. |
"The relationship isn’t working. How do I get out of it without losing the friendship?" |
Wednesday, June 10, 2009 The relationship isn’t working. How do I get out of it without losing the friendship? There are no guarantees how someone will respond to a break up, however, seeking to end it with the least amount of damage to the friendship is a great idea. It is always a good idea to treat someone like you would want to be treated. Be respectful and honest. The whole point of dating is finding out what you like and don’t like in relationships. Most high school dating relationships don’t turn into marriage. While breaking up might be hard to do, it is perfectly appropriate and in many instances friendships remain in tact although it may take a little while for the other person to come around. |
"This guy really likes me, but I don't want to go out with him. Help!" |
Tuesday, June 9, 2009 This guy really likes me, but I don’t want to go out with him. I try to stay away from him, but he keeps showing up. Help! Sometimes people don’t take hints very well. We suggest politely telling him thank you, but you are not interested in going out on a date with him. If he continues to hang around, you probably should talk with your parents about the situation. |
"When you say dating violence, what exactly does that mean?" |
Monday, June 8, 2009 When you say dating violence, what exactly does that mean? Dating violence isn’t an argument every once in a while, or a bad mood after a bad day. Dating abuse (or Relationship Abuse) is a pattern of controlling behavior that someone uses against a girlfriend or boyfriend. Abuse can cause injury and even death, but it doesn’t have to be physical. It can include verbal and emotional abuse - constant insults, isolation from family and friends, name calling, controlling what someone wears-and it can also include sexual abuse. (Source: Loveisrespect.org) For more information about dating violence visit loveisrespect.org |
