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I don't want to be a pushover anymore!

 
I am a huge pushover. I constantly worry about what others think of me and can never get the courage to stand up for myself without feeling guilty. I get so flustered that I want to run and hide, which is usually what I end up doing. Any advice on assertiveness?

 

Dear Pushed Over Too Many Times,

A lot of girls are shy and accommodating. Ask yourself this: If you speak up, what are you guilty of? Having an opinion? Being an individual? The fact is, you don’t approve of everybody’s actions, and everybody may not approve of yours. And that’s OK.

 

To become more assertive, start by speaking up more at home, in your favorite class and with other girls (many of whom also feel insecure). Think about what you are best at, and develop those skills. Little by little, you can feel powerful instead of invisible.
 
 

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Okay so the other day at school at lunch this guy in my class put his arm around me and the my friend on my other side of me slapped his hand, then he slapped her arm. Should I have done/do something? Do you think he likes me, because he's never done anything like that before(put his arm around me), although he has slapped me really hard and then he got sent to in-school suspention and ever since (like today) he calls me a cry baby. I don't like him and i get chills when i think about him liking me. Does he like me???? Because I am obviously so confused!!!!

 

Hey! He seems like he does, but I think the more important question is why is he acting abusive toward you? If he makes you feel uncomfortable ever, you should tell someone! 


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by furryfriend99 on 4/27/2012 8:48:36 PM

 
 



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I'm involved in all county chorus but the all day practice (which is mandatory or you cant be in it) is on the same day as my sixth grade ( like all the classes together) photo!!! I'm graduating and dint want to miss it!!! I also don't want to come in late for the chorus thing!!! Help ;( Cry

 

Can you see if its ok to miss your practice for e few minutes as you take the picture? I bet they'll let you leave for a bit to take the picture since youre graduating. Just ask! xoxo kerra


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by chick987 on 4/25/2012 9:41:42 PM

 
 

I work to on standing up to some of the guys at my school. They just don't respect girls like the should. It's not cool.

by unicornninja on 4/25/2012 5:34:56 PM

 
 

Okay for some reason im really moody all the time! my mom says its cause im growing up but its getting outa control! i cry ALL THE TIME, i get angry and trash stuff, i get in fights with my friends, and suddenly im less social! I miss my friends but suddenly i dont know how to act, which has never been a problem before! i used to be out going and happy! what do i do now?!?!?!

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