I am a smart person but I choose the wrong friends to be cool with. I am a male (13) and would like advice...?

Answer 1

Since you realize that these people are the wrong sort of people to hang out with, you are smart in that aspect. Try getting involved with different types of school activities and/or sports that will offer you a variety of friends. Talk to a school councelor or perhaps your parents. They might be helpful with getting you into something that you are interested in. Then you can tell your "wrong friends" that you are busy and not be lying to them. Eventually they will get the message and find someone else to hang around.
You are smart to try to pull away from them now.
I always told my kids that your friends can make or break you. In other words, if your friends are of good quality - they will bring you up. But if your friens are of poor quality, they will bring you down to their level, which you don't want.
Hang in there and you will do just fine.

Answer 2

Sometimes we're attracted to people who are interesting, but may not have our best interests at heart.
I think the best way to deal with the challenge of breaking away from some friends and hooking up with some better ones is to join or get involved in other activities like clubs, workshops, sports, music lessons or work. Your school or public library can direct you to age- and interest-appropriate activities in your community. This way you'll meet people with similar interests in a wholesome environment and can perhaps make new friends. Also, you'll be busy and occupied, which helps you not get pulled back into the habit of being with friends who aren't your best company.
You're smart to seek advice, the right information or perspective will appeal to you and you'll be able to choose what is best for yourself.

Answer 3

Since you know they are wrong friends, avoid them without them noticing of your going away with them.. Do it slowly. As you do that, search for the better people, those who could be of good influence to you. You are already a teenager so you need light. It's for your future, baby.

Answer 4

i'm not much older than u, so i know friends can really pressure u into doing stuff. but the thing is, if u feel like u have to do something for these friends to like u, then there's something wrong. if these friends don't like you for who you are, then screw 'em.