TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
there is this guy that i like but i dont know how to talk to him. how do i start a conversation with someone who i have never talked to before. my friends tell me that he check me out and i totally trust them and so i so far walked up next to him and he walked slower so he could be next to me and then he looks at me with the corner of his eye. so i know he has interest in me but now how do i take it a step further?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. It sounds like you are really nervous on what to do, but it seems like you guys are interested in each other. One way of starting a conversation is finding out what he likes to do and bringing up similar interests and just making casual small talk. Also, have you tried talking to a close friend, or family member? It might be helpful to talk to people you trust who have experience with this. You could also call us at TEEN LINE, if you ever want to talk. Our number is 800-852-8336. We are open 6pm-10pm everyday.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
what is the right way to break up with somebody?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for emailing us here at TEEN LINE. Breaking up with someone can be really difficult. Maybe you could think about what you feel would be the most reassuring way to break it off. Or maybe you could try talking to a friend who could tell you their opinion on the matter. Sometimes giving yourself time to think about the different ways could help you decide what to do. Feel free to call us here at TEEN LINE at 310-855-4673 from 6 to 10 pm PST every night if you want to talk it through.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
Okay, stuck between a relationship between my parents and boy. I dont live in the same place, and I am nearly 18 so i have booked a flight to go see him. However, ive gone against my parents and i know they do everything for me but there has been no reasoning or compremising in the situation, it was a straight out NO. So basically, Ive booked to go away, and Ive told my parents that ive booked it. BUT.. I know theres going to be consequences when I come back, and I know i sound stupid for going away to a place in england im not sure of, but my family have met him, and know him well. So i dont see the problem if my parents just spoke to his... but they havent, and we've fallen out big time... and so it lead to me wanting to go even more. I sound stupid and pathetic, and I cant believe i have resorted to this, but I need help deideding weather or not it is worth going now its all booked.But its about time my mum let me grow up and let go, as hard as it is.... I need help deciding weather or not to get on the plane and go?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey,

Thanks for contacting us at TEEN LINE. It sounds like you have a lot on your mind right now. The process of leaving your parents' "nest" can be hard and exciting. It's great that you realize how great your foundations are, though. I'm wondering if you have talked to friends or siblings about how you're feeling. Sometimes fleshing out options you're considering with someone can make them more clear. Also, perhaps your boyfriend and his parents may be able to help you talk with your parents. Or, what about your boyfriend coming to visit you? Feel free to chat with us at our website if you want to talk more, or you can find all sorts of resources outside of the US at befrienders.org.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
my boy friend has alot of friends and their all girls and he likes 2 of them and they are my bffs and im worried he might cheet on me what do i do.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey that's definitely a difficult situation to deal with. Do you think it might help to talk to your boyfriend about how you're feeling? It might be beneficial to go directly to the source of your concern. Or maybe talking to a trusted friend, adult, or family member so that you're not alone in dealing with this? Also, feel free to call us at TEEN LINE if you want to talk more about what's going on. We're open every night from 6pm-10pm and the number is (310) 855-4673..

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I constantly push people away... They say they like me or they want to date me, and I push them away everytime. Does this mean I'm not ready for a boyfriend.. or am I just not the boyfriend type.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey,

Thanks so much for reaching out to TEEN LINE. It sounds like you're doubting yourself when it comes to relationships and what others think of you. You mentioned that they do want to date you and you push them away, so maybe the way you're feeling is just an indication that you're not ready for a boyfriend, which is perfectly ok. Have you taken some time to think about this? Or have you considered talking to someone about it, such as a trusted friend or adult? You're also more than welcome to call us here at TEEN LINE. We're open every night from 6pm to 10pm PST and our number is 310-855-4673.

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