Friends...what can i do?

Question

I feel comfortable when im with my elderly friends. normally they are 5-10 years older than me, or even older. they are all very sophisticated and we get along really well. but im 17, i dont know why it seems difficult for me to make friends with people my age...im an immigrant,those elder peole are more patient i think,encourage me...etc...but i would like my on the way boyfriend who is someone my age...what can i do? btw...my high school, boyz and girlz r in different classes...

Answer 1

try myspace.com

or go to a coffee shop, or book store and look in a section that interests you, then see if you find some cool people looking in that section, you'll have something in common then for sure, and that is a good conversation starter..

Answer 2

Well, first off I wouldn't consider anyone under 70 to be elderly.

You're wanting to spend more time around 20 something year olds is normal and usually due to the fact that your yourself are more mature mentally than those your own age.

If you want to be around people your own age, you must either lower yourself to thier level or try bringing them up to yours. Try acting like a 17 year old, doing the activities they do, attending the parties they go to, etc. Associate with them on a daily basis and they will take you in as one of thier own.

You may need to let them into your world a bit. Good luck and be a kid, it's only a short time in your life actually, and you'll never have your youth again.

Answer 3

hello, you probably feel more comfortable talking to older people because you are on their level, and thats okay. I don't usually get along with people my age because a lot of them are immature. But maybe you can find somebody a couple 2-3 years older than you..there is nothing wrong with that. Also, not everybody is less sophisticated- it's all about finding the right one for you...you'll eventually bump into somebody your age...good luck!

Answer 4

M&A,
Instead of wanting a boyfriend, why don't you have a goal of developing friendships with boys? Many of the young people in our culture are so superficial, and don't know how to build relationships. I grew up taking lots of math and science courses, and in my neighborhood there were lots of fellas my age. I had many friends who happened to be boys. Girls were envious that I felt comfortable with boys.

My daughters grew up with the same sort of environment, and I encouraged them not to play flirty games with boys, but to build frendships. They are several years older than you are now, but their lives are rich. One is married, one has many friends and will soon travel overseas. They are happy with the choices they have made.

As for older friends, that's okay. Don't worry about it. Be who you are and you'll see everything will work out alright.

Answer 5

Its okay, just join something outside of school. If your in need of friends and stuff why not take sports classes or something, you will meet loads of different people and if your not satisfyed then join another club until you find someone who likes you and wants to get to know you!

Answer 6

People tend to hang with people they are on the same emotional maturity level. You are more mature for your age than most others your age. It is common.

Answer 7

hey, hey, did you say that you want have a boyfriend?? well.. i have a guy for you i mean i have a friend who's looking for a girlfriend who's really sweet, nice, funny, kind, and understanding person.. like me.. that what he want.. he told me that too.. i told him that i can't go out with him because i have a boyfriend and he's really sad and heartbroken.. please email me at [e-mail]. i'll hook you up with him! plus he's 19.. he's really sweet guy.. he's not like other guys.. trust me.. i promise.

Answer 8

wait for the boys to catch up.

Answer 9

im not sure quite sure theres anything you could do.

Answer 10

WOOOOOOOOOW get a life