2007-03-04 15:14:08 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
boyfriends are so overrated.... just enjoy being single & young..you have lots of time to have your heart broken.
2007-03-04 15:17:14 · answer #1 · answered by lolomgwtf 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just follow below... i am in 8Th grade too!
Be yourself - whether you're goofy, silly, crazy, or whatever. You've seen this advice before, and you'll see it again. Develop your identity as an individual and stick with it. There's no point in getting him to like someone you're not--you're only setting yourself up for disappointment (not to mention him!). Guys like confident, interesting girls who have their own lives.
Get his attention. He can't fancy you if he doesn't know you exist. If you haven't caught his eye yet, then get him to notice you. You've got to walk before you run, right?
Make conversation. Take an interest in who he is--what he likes, where he's coming from, where he wants to go--and show him who you are, too. While some guys don't like to talk that much, it's nearly impossible for someone to like you if he doesn't get to know you--unless he "likes" you for all the wrong reasons.
Crack a joke. Having a good sense of humor makes everything better. That doesn't mean you should be a giggling fool, laughing at everything that crosses your path. Rather, learn how to find the ironies in life and point them out in a witty and interesting way. It's much easier to like someone who you can have a good laugh with once in a while.
Do things together. If he loves rock-climbing, ask him if he can show you how, and make a good-faith effort to see why he's so into it. Have an open mind. Find out what you have in common, and include him in your world. If you love a certain kind of music, ask him if he's ever listened to a particular artist and offer to play a CD for him. Finding activities that you can enjoy together can really lay down a bond and further his appreciation of you.
Be an all-around great person. If you focus on being a clean, motivated, kind, and humorous individual, how can anyone resist? Some guys might be intimidated, and they're too insecure to be worth your interest anyway. But it's only a matter of time before a guy who can like you for who you really are will come around and see that you're an awesome person to be around.
Have patience. These things take time. You can't force someone to like you, and trying to hurry things up can ruin the courtship altogether. Give him some space and don't be obsessive. Let things progress at a natural pace, or fade out of natural causes.
Pay attention. Eventually he'll tell you one way or another whether or not he's interested in reciprocating your affection.
2007-03-04 15:17:54 · answer #2 · answered by Boss 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about boys liking you now. What is the point , to fit in with yoru friends ? Being in an relationship is an emotional rollercoster you are too young to handle and could mess up your life if you get pregnant. Wait. Get you education first and think about boys/men later. You have your whole life ahead of you and as a female, you will have the ability to pick and choose which ones you want.
2007-03-04 15:19:05 · answer #3 · answered by misfit 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honey you got bigger fish to fry than boys, they'll only hold you back at this time in your life, cus trust me 9th grade's a *****. It is nothing like 8th grade, to be honest with you you'll actually appreciate middle school. Wait at least until you get yourself settled in high school and then see how your schedule can fit a guy in or not. Remember friends are more important than boyfriends anyway... you need your fun time with all this work ;)
2007-03-04 15:23:31 · answer #4 · answered by feelmytearscaressyou 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly...I don't understand the whole...NEED for people to want "boyfriends" and "girlfriends" this young. You have your whole life...I...I just don't get it? It looks to me like those relationships don't usually even work anyway...They just seem like something so you can say, "Oh look who she's going out with! Isn't he HOTT?!" or "Look at ME! I have a boyfriend!" I don't know. Maybe I'm being harsh about that, but I've never gotten this. A few of my friends are like this and start to get all depressed when no guys call them hott or ask them to dance or something...I just don't get why everyone spends their time on it! Just enjoy the young life while you can. Sorry if that sounds mean or anything...I really don't mean for it too =\ Just what I've been thinking lately.
2007-03-04 15:19:19 · answer #5 · answered by eye_liner.whoree 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nothing. Take your time. One highschool senior doesn't date any differently from another because one started in the 8th grade and one started as a sophomore. They will notice you when they notice you (and when they do you'll find that they are self absorbed, sex crazed, jerks who won't be worthy of YOUR attention until they're 25 or so).
You'll be old before you know it. Don't waste any more of your precious youth worried about things that will happen to you eventually whether you're ready or not.
2007-03-04 15:19:15 · answer #6 · answered by Goofy Foot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont stress out over it so much. I know you dont want to hear this but it will all come in time. If you go looking for a boyfriend chances are thats you will find the wrong type of guy and he will turn out to be a jerk. Just be yourself and let the boys come to you. You shouldnt have to change anything about yourself to get boys to like you. If they dont like you for who you are than you dont want them anyway. Good Luck!
2007-03-04 15:19:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No matter what, it's always important to just be yourself. Too many girls your age and in high school try to be all fake and, in the end, they're unhappy.
But you've got plenty of time. You're still very young. Enjoy your youth while it lasts. Once you hit high school, it's gonna fly by.
2007-03-04 16:40:09 · answer #8 · answered by carebear_grl21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not one thing. He will come along all on his own. I didn't have one in the 8th grade either. But one year makes all the diff. Zero in on your school work. The more smarts you have the better your life will be.
2007-03-04 15:18:30 · answer #9 · answered by swamp elf 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your kidding me right? You don't NEED a boyfriend. Kids these days are just growing up to fast. Way back when people didn't date until high school. Drop your cell phone and ipod in a bucket of water and pick up a book.
2007-03-04 15:17:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be patient. I'm out of school and have never had a girl friend. The boy of your dreams will come when the time is right.
2007-03-04 15:17:17 · answer #11 · answered by Baconbitz 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋