reiyn's Advice

• How can I get him to still like me if his friends don't?
  That's pretty complicated... maybe you could try talking to this guy, and seeing if you two can at least be friends again. You might also want to try working things out with your "ex best friend". Even if you two only come to a truce of sorts, it's bet...
  
  
• Should I force a child into counseling?
  It can be difficult to deal with a child who doesn't want councilling. If you really think that the child has issues that need to be resolved, it would help to convince them to at least meet the councillor, and see if they're comfortable with the perso...
  
  
• Can I get a job helping kids with homework?
  It's highly possible that you could get a job that way. If there's any kids in your neighborhood, you might try them first; then you might move on to talking to teachers of younger students, or the principal of a middle school or elementary school near...
  
  
• Are there any jobs for 15-year-olds?
  That all depends on what the child labor laws are where you live. Where I am, the legal age limit is 16; I know that it's 18 in some places, and higher and lower in others. If you can't get a job yet, you can always try some of the things that Familyco...
  
  
• How can my boyfriend's family escape an abusive mother?
  Well, Skeedo's idea of having your boyfriend talk to their mother would probably be a good start. If it doesn't take effect, and this is pretty much a last-resort sort of option, charges of neglect and abuse can be reported, and the children might be t...
  
  
• Can my girlfriend's Mom make her move to Canada?
  That all depends on how old she is and which parent has custody of her. If her father is the one who has custody, than her mother can't force her to move. Even if he doesn't, she could probably take the whole mess to the courts and ask for a ruling. My...
  
  
• How do I housebreak my puppy? (100%)
  When I first got my dog, he wasn't housebroken either. Like Mandycats said, you might try the Puppy Pads. My dad got those when we were training my dog; what we did was placed them in specific spots around the house until Fletcher (my dog) was used to ...
  
  
• Should I stay or should I go? (continued) (100%)
  The most important thing: don't make any decisions about moving in with him until you've actually met him. I hate to say it, but people can be very good at hiding their true selfs through online/phone relationships. I hope things work out for you; good...
  
  
• Is it weird to be myself around him?
  I wouldn't say that you're "wrong", or weird. Your relationship should be about your and your boyfriend, not what your friends think. Okay, so they are your friends and they are important to you, but still. They can think it's weird or whatever, but it...
  
  
• How do I get over the guy who turned me down?
  There's no exact way to stop thinking about someone all of a sudden, annoying as that is. Just, spend time with your friends or doing things that you enjoy to take your mind off of him. I won't say that you'll forget him quickly, but it will ease your ...
  
  
• Which course should I take in Jr. High?
  You should take a class in something you enjoy doing out of school. If you're like me, for example, and like art, then choose that, since it'll give you time during the day to do things that you enjoy. You might also chose to take a class that you don'...
  
  
• How can I get my grades up?
  I have a lot of friends who are in their freshman year of highschool, and they're having the same problems. You have to find a way to balance studying and your social life (one of those things that's a lot harder than it sounds). Still, as long as you ...
  
  
• How can I get people at school to see me for ME? (100%)
  It can be kind of hard to do, but just ignore them. If they don't like who you are, then just keep being yourself and you'll find friends who have the same interests or are just as different as you are from the preps. It was pretty much the same for me...
  
  
• How can I fit in when I'm not rich?
  Just be yourself, and you'll make friends. You don't want people befriending you just because of your financial situation, whether it is good or bad. It really shouldn't matter, though I can see how you might feel awkward if you've been placed in a rat...
  
  
• How can I make a plant project interesting?
  If it's a project where you've got a few options, try the more unconventional ones. You might try growing something that most people wouldn't think of trying, or simply wouldn't, or things along that line. Good luck!
  
  
• How can I stop my teacher without hitting him?
  You could try talking to your teacher after your classes; they are people after all, and sometimes don't realize that they're really bothering you. You have to keep in mind that they ARE your teachers, though, and should try to approach the situation r...
  
  
• What do I do about my Dad hitting me?
  You should really talk to someone that you trust, though telling your mom right off the bat might not work. Unless she knows about your dad's oddities, she might not believe you (worst case scenario). Try talking to a teacher, guidance councillor, or a...
  
  
• Why do I have a weird protruding tummy?
  From what you've said, stress seems like a likely cause. Having a lot of stress in your life can cause changes that would otherwise be considered "abnormal". Anyway, you might want to try taking some time for yourself to do things that relax you or mak...
  
  
• Does anybody here listen to J-Pop (Japanese Pop)?
  I don't know if you're still checking this page for answers, but, in answer of the question, I listen to some J-Pop, among other things. Most of it comes from different animes that I've seen, so I don't know if it'd be by the same artists.
  
  
• Do you know any good rock/love songs? (100%)
  Hmm... kind of an interesting combination. You might like "Everything We Had" by The Academy Is... "Scars" by Papa Roach "All Around Me", "So I Thought", "Broken Wings", "Perfect", "I'm Sorry", and "Red Sam" by Flyleaf "Taking Over Me" by Evanesc...
  
  
• How can I count correctly while playing piano?
  If you're having a lot of trouble with it and you can't find/keep the rhythm, you might try a metronome. You can set then to pretty much any tempo you want, and I find that they're (usually) pretty reliable.
  
  
• Is hip hop music harmless or vulgar?
  I guess it depends on the song and the lyrics. Some of it really IS harmless and, in some cases, even poetic. Not being a fan of hip hop myself, I can't say that I've heard many songs like that. I have, however, heard many that are full of demeaning an...
  
  
• How do I tell my mates I'm a fashion queen??
  If they don't like you for who you are, you have to ask yourself if they are really your friends. I know that sounds kind of harsh, but it's true. Although it's sometimes easier to try to fit in with the people you know best than to be yourself, you wo...
  
  
• How could I tell my crush I like him discreetly?
  Well, you might try talking to him privately, away from your groups of friends, to make it less awkward. If you're in school, people will find out eventually (they usually have a way of doing that; it can be a little annoying), so there isn't really mu...
  
  
• What to do if I like two guys?
  Well, I guess the important question is, do you still like your boyfriend (as more than a good friend)? It's an awkward-sounding question, I know, but it's one that I had to ask myself a while back. You should probably try to figure out why you like ea...
  
  
• Do you think my crush likes me back?
  Well, let me first say this: guys are complicated people. From what you said, it sounds like he might, but he might just think of you as a good friend. If you wanted, you could try asking him if he does, but, if you don't want to take the blunt approac...
  
  
• How do I ask a girl out if she may not like me?
  Well, I can't tell you that it's going to be easy, but you have to keep in mind that no one is ever completely sure if another person likes them unless that person actually says the words. Just, talk to her in private, and hope for the best. Good luck!
  
  
• Why does my friend get all the guys?
  Okay, let me get this out of the way, although many people will tell you this: You shouldn't change yourself for anyone, unless it is something dangerous. Keep in mind also that you're only in 7th grade, and that you've got your whole life ahead of you...
  
  
• How can I get my Mom to cut me loose?
  That's painful... there isn't too much that you can do that involves your mom if she won't change her mind, but you really should talk to someone (an adult, probably) that you can trust, and trust in your friends to help you. If it's possible, you migh...