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There's this guy that’s new to my school. I don't know him that well, but lately he's been hanging around me and flirting with me. I'm just getting over my last BF. What do I do to let him know I'm not interested?

 

Sometimes you have to remember that being the new kid in school can be rough, and this guy doesn’t know anybody. Often guys flirt because that’s just how they interact with girls, and although he could be crushing on you, he might just be looking for some friends.
 
Still, there are a few subtle ways to let him know that you aren’t looking for a BF at the moment without flat out telling him. Introduce him as “My friend_______.” If he’s crushing on you, he will pick up on the subtle use of the word friend and know that you don’t see him as anything more. And if he starts chatting with you in class, ask a neighboring student for input. Bringing someone else into the convo gives you an opportunity to get out and makes everything less personal.
 
In the end, you’re going to have to be honest with him. He wouldn’t want to be the “rebound guy” when you’re just getting over your last BF. If he’s truly crushing on you, he wants to mean as much to you as you do to him. It might hurt him a little at first, but he will be thankful for it eventually. After a while try setting him up with one of your girl friends, nothing soothes a broken heart better than a new love interest.

BY HANNAH HICKLEN ON 12/23/2012 12:00:00 AM

POSTED IN guys, GL's best guy advice, crush crash course, dealing with a breakup, ex boyfriend Q & A, sweet single life, turn him down gently

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My boyfriend (or I guess ex-boyfriend) broke up with me 4 months ago and I am still not over it. I am only 15! I feel like at this age a break up should not affect me as much as it is but no matter how hard I try to move on and focus on other people and things in my life I end up balling by the end of the night. I mean I have never liked somebody so much and I was so happy with him. For Petes sake I was getting teary eyed at homecoming I was so dang happy! I have NEVER cried out of happiness. I think the because I felt that there were no problems in our relationship, the fact that we got along insanely well, and also that he was by far the nicest guy I have ever had any sort of relationship with makes it so hard to move on. But I am so sick of being upset. I really just want to feel happy again and be able to look at life on the bright side like I used to. Not holding back tears until I can't take it anymore. Any suggestions that might help me?

Hey chica, check out these articles: "5 healthy ways to get over him" and "5 Ways to Get Out of a Funk."  It's great that you're acknowledging that you want to move on, and you can totally do that!  Surrounding yourself with good friends and planning some fun activities will surely help.  You got this.  Good luck! 


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by imarunner on 2/6/2013 2:30:38 AM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!!!!!!!!!!!
I just broke up with my first boyfriend. I felt horrible, and 2 days later, i asked him if he would take me back. he said no. i'm kinda mad, but the thing is, he acts like nothin happened. he acts like it didnt affect him ONE BIT. what do i do?

 

Hey! You have to move on from this guy. I know it's hard, but just try to concentrate on other things for a while, like your friends or an activity you love. It's tough now but every day your life will bring you something new to learn about or help with or share with someone, and when you make the most of your days, you'll move on even sooner than you think. I hope this helps girl! Smile   


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by PuppyLover6 on 1/10/2013 8:51:04 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD ok so im in 8th grade and this guy is in 6th grade. He told a couple of my friends that he was going to ask me out. He's really a nice guy sweet, cute funny, etc.. would it be wierd if i dated him and also i cant date till high school. Wouldn't it be wierder to wait till im in 9th grade and hes in 7th. im also thinking hes to young to date but i do like him. What should i do??


Hey girl,

Two years might be a big deal, especially when you're young, but if you know him really well and think he's mature, there's no harm in giving him a chance. But if you're not allowed to date until high school, that's a bigger problem! You don't want to go against your parents' wishes, so stay friends with him for now and then talk to your parents about dating him when you're allowed next year. You might feel differently by then, so there's no need to worry about it now!

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by riplogan on 1/7/2013 8:00:21 PM

 
 



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I really like this guy, and we've become great friends this year, but there's a problem-- I've dated him before. We never really DATED, it was more like a title than an action. I'm thinking about asking him out at a party tonight, and I have his number and everything. So, I'm wondering, should I?
Other crucial info is that my guy friend told my crush I liked him, and he just smiled.

 

hey girl! I say go for it. If he turns ya down, it's his loss. It sounds like you two have chemistry so I would go for it. good luck! xoxo 


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by SILly0905 on 12/31/2012 12:58:36 PM

 
 

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ok so one of my good guy friends (lets call him Q) is always hugging me and like play flirts around me and i do the same but i don't think he likes me and idk if i like him like that either. He always talks to me during school but after school, we NEVER talk, and i don't want to start the convo because i might seem obnoxious.. i just miss him as a friend and don't know how to tell him to talk to me more. and he always is like lets oovoo! and when we are both online he says he can't every single time. :/ any suggestions

Hey girl,

If online chatting isn't working out, try starting a conversation with him at lunch or after school in person. If he's one of your good friends, it won't seem obnoxious at all! Just tell him you miss hanging out and spending time together as friends. I'm sure he'd love to catch up--online might just not be the best outlet.

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by textinggirl10 on 12/28/2012 9:00:51 PM

 
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