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My crush found out I like him and said he’s “cool with it.”
What does that mean?
BILL: Being “cool with it” is the first move in the poker tourney of relationships. It’s like an ante—the chip you have to play just to be in the match. You played a chip by liking him, now he’s tossed his chip in. Let the game begin!
DAVE: “Cool with it” certainly isn’t a cold reaction. As a matter of fact, it’s about the best you could expect from a guy. In case you haven’t noticed, most aren’t exactly open books when it comes to their feelings. At least this dude gives a clue as to what’s spinning around in his head.
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/20/2010 7:00:00 AM 59 COMMENTS
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My parents say I don’t listen to them. Well, the thing is, they don’t listen to me. When I try to talk to them, I have to yell 100 times to get their attention.
It gets annoying! They just zone me out, interrupt me or get mad for no reason.
Dear Annoyed,
I’d bet your yelling gets on their nerves, too! Next time you’re about to lose it, take a sec, pretend you’re talking to your BFF’s parents and phrase things in a calmer way. The more respectful you act with them, the more respectful they’ll be with you.
So if you are about to whine, “For the millionth time, ‘When is dinner?’” try, “I have a question: What time are we eating? I want to be home in time.” How you say it counts as much as what you say.
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/19/2010 7:00:00 AM 41 COMMENTS
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My boobs are way bigger than all the other girls my age, and guys tease me and say mean things.
How can I let it go?
Most well-endowed women have grown to appreciate their curves, and you likely will, too, one day. For now, when guys tease you, simply smile, say, “I like my body,” and walk away.
Remind yourself that every time an immature guy makes a comment about your chest, it’s because he’s in awe of it. But if this continues to be a problem, consider talking to a school counselor about it.
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/18/2010 7:00:00 AM 80 COMMENTS
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Sometimes I feel like water is coming down onto my underwear but, when I check, nothing is there.
Is something wrong?
Six months to a year before their first period, girls start to produce vaginal discharge that makes underwear feel damp. This is how your body clears dead cells from the vagina to keep you free of infection. The fluid is usually thin and slightly sticky but can be thick and gooey. Color ranges from clear to off-white, says Dr. Mary Ann LoFrumento, a pediatrician in Morristown, N.J.
If your discharge develops a fishy smell, causes itching or burning, or looks dark, this is a sign of a vaginal infection so see a doc for a fast remedy. Another totally different reason for the watery feeling could be urine drops from holding it too long. Never do that—not peeing leads to urinary tract infections. Now you have a great excuse for a hall pass!
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BY CAITLIN R. ON 3/17/2010 7:00:00 AM 77 COMMENTS
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