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I’m 16 and a serious over-talker, especially when I’m excited or nervous. People get very irritated with me, and I don’t know how to stop. Please help me break this habit.

 

Dear Gabby,

Don’t just think, I have to stop talking; think, I have to start listening. People like others to ask what’s going on in their lives. After someone’s game, test or audition, ask, “How did it go?” Also, remember that, except your grandma, most people aren’t dying to know every little detail. If someone asks where you’re going for the holidays, try, “I’m going skiing. How about you?” instead of, “First, we’re flying to Salt Lake City, then hitting Alta, then Park City, then The Canyons, then Snowbird…” Must all you conversations always be exactly 50-50? No. Just be sure the person across from you gets a chance to do something besides nod.

 
 

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BY CAROL WESTON ON 3/9/2012 4:03:00 PM

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Yeah, it can be kinda annoying when people do this just cause it feels like they're not listening (Even if you are!)

Join my club, 'Orchestra Nerds and Band Geeks.' It's a loose and fun club where we talk about anything and everything- But especially music Smile Go to my profile to join!! svds

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by svds on 3/12/2012 5:22:48 PM

 
 

Omg thats just like me, i talk a TON

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by stylecrazy503 on 3/12/2012 4:49:00 PM

 
 

Mod Mod Mod! So I had this thing going on with a close friend of my brother. I wouldn't really call it dating all we did was kiss and talk on the phone, we never really had a real date. So the other day he and brother came back and were staying at my house. (There in college and I'm 17) And they where going to this thing with other college students and older kids. And I asked if I could go along and he replyed, "No, your just a kid." And I tryed to act like it didn't bother my and I just went back to my room. So when they came home really late that night my brother went right to bed but me and my brothers best friend went and sat on the deck. And I asked him why he had to be so rude to me before and he just shrugged and said because it as true. So I was like,"Whatever we had, it over," and then I went back inside to bed. They left before I go up the next day. Well anyways there coming back next weekend. What should I do??? How should I act???

 

 

Hey chica! As tough as it is, I'd forget this guy. At least for now, anyway. First of all, if he's over 18, it's illegal for him to have anything going on with you. That could be a big concern of his. Maybe someone said something about that to him. And maybe, when you get out of high school, or turn 18, then you can try talking to him and see if anything has changed. For now though, I'd treat him as a friend and nothing more. When he's around, just do your thing and don't give him any special attention. If you let it be awkward, then that's no good. Just treat him like any other one of your bro's friends.

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by volleyballlovergirlie on 3/11/2012 9:54:44 PM

 
 

Thanks i have problems in the sense of talking of i have a bad rep and bc of that people hate me
It sucks... Frown

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by Aquahannah1234 on 3/11/2012 9:23:40 PM

 
 

HEY!!! Any chicks looking 4 advice shud visit my page! ;D I'm always the go to gal 4 my friends and so I figured y shud I hold out on u fabulous chicks?! Haha so plz feel free to ask any question and I'll try to answer the best I can!!! Smile

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by Winniefer on 3/11/2012 7:55:08 PM

 
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