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  • Ok, problem here dudes.

    At my school, Im a freshie, 14/m. I have good looks, but I never thought I was something to die over. Every day I have these indirect confessions from people I do or do not know that they like me, but I can't say the feeling is mutual. I'd like to know how to break this to them in a nice way, because some of them are a little over the edge if you know what I mean....

    If it's through an indirect way, there's not much you can do because you can never be 100% sure they have the hots for you, so you wouldn't be able to sit them down and tell them you aren't attracted to them.

    Maybe you're just over-reacting about the "confessions". Maybe they're just trying to flirt with someone and you're the perfect candidate. Just gently turn them down by ignoring them or pretend in an exaggerated way that their flirting isn't working so that they'd get the picture and stop trying to go after you. You could also try to show them you aren't interested by flirting with a guy you DO like and ignoring them. They'll get the picture and you won't have to tell them anything.

    If it goes too far, the only thing you can do is tell them directly that you do not appreciate what they are doing. Tell them to simply stop. If that doesn't work, it's time to contact an adult.

    Good luck.

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    Do yOU find anything wrong with A white girl and a Black guy being in-love dating, and wanting to get married?

    please, share your oppinion, and support it!
    I am open to hear both sides!

    Definitely not. I think the whole interracial dating taboo is completely stupid and outdated. There are some people that are against it, but I don't see why they are. Color is exactly what it is, color. Nothing more. Color doesn't show what kind of person you are or anything of the sort. If other people are against it, they are free to be because we are all entitled to our own opinions. However, that's all they can do about it, have an opinion. They shouldn't try to make other people's lives miserable and nose into their business. It's not their life and they have no say in it.

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    Any time I get a "page not found" thing on my window (like when i try to type in an incorrect address or something) and try to use the back button, my computer starts acting crazy and all these windows pop up, like at least 25 of them and i can't exit out of them (and they're all blank...its not like pop up adds or anything, but they do have an address at the top with a bunch of letters, numbers, slashes, etc.). whats wrong with it and can I prevent this from happening??

    I'm not pro, but if I were you I would get an ad-aware scan and a virus scan just in case. You can go here for a free download of ad-aware: http://www.lavasoftusa.com/support/download/ Or you can download spybot s&d here: http://www.safer-networking.org/en/index.html

    Hope those pop ups go away.

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    hey i hate the mintiness burn of toothpaste and i heard baking soda works, but how do i use it as a toothpaste?? thanks for anyone who helps!

    I have Crest toothpaste and it's not burning minty in my opinion. It's vanilla flavored. So I suggest you go to the store and pick out a new flavored toothpaste.

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    I'm like in love with this boy. His name is Richard. I want to talk to him and ask him out, but I'm scared. Can you give me advice on how to approach my crush and potential boyfriend?


    Signed,
    Lonely in Louisiana

    It's perfectly normal to be scared. Anyone would be!

    The first step is to show him you like him. How, you ask? Easy. Flirt. Flirting is a fun way to get some one to notice you and realize you have some feelings for them. If you want some tips on flirting, go here if you haven't heard of it already: http://www.myjellybean.com/flirt/flirt.html Just flirt, be fun, and give him all the right signals.

    How to ask him out. This part is probably the hardest part, but once you get through it, it'll be easier afterwards. That's great that you want to make the first move and ask him out.

    When you're ready, ask him to meet you somewhere private. Could be at the park, behind the school, etc. Or you can ask him if he'd like to catch a movie with you over the weekend. If you do pick a movie I would go see a comedy. Not a romantic one because it might make the both of you feel uncomfortable, lol. And maybe he's a guy that hates mushy romantic movies =b Plus, with a comedy, you guys can have some laughs and talk about it afterwards. Strike up a conversation with him. So once you're alone with him and the timing is right, just go for it. Express your feelings and tell him you really like him. Tell him you'd like to get to know him better. Then ask him if he'd be your boyfriend.

    Whatever the answer is, be proud of yourself. You got through it and you finally got that out of your chest. If he says yes, congrats! You have a new boyfriend! If he says no, hey, no worries. That's one guy down on your list for the right guy and you're one guy closer to finding him. Plus, at least you got some experience and you're ready to ask out the next boy you really like.

    Tip: Whatever you do, ask him out in person. Not the through the phone, aim, letter, or a friend. That's just sad because it means you can't even talk to the person you like. Talking to him in person will make things less awkward than talking to him indirectly and seeing him the next day agian.

    Another tip: Be CONFIDENT! Guys love it, and you'll feel better about yourself.

    Hope it all works out!

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    my parents are going 2 vegas in october and a cruise in feb. and i am not invited 2 go 2 either of them. it makes me so mad. but anyways. i am going 2 try 2 earn enough money for a cruise ticket. but i need 2 do it fast. i think i would need around 1,500. does ne 1 kno ways 2 earn money? i am 2 young 2 get a job, and nto many families need babysitters where i live. o and i also get 5 dollars a week 4 allowance. thanks~

    Okay, don't feel bad that you were not invited. When a couple gets married has children, they no longer have "alone time", if you know what I mean. The reason your parents probably are booking vacations without you is because those are the only times they will get to be alone with each other. I don't think you'd want to see your parents get all lovey dovey and kiss and all of that anyway.

    Just be happy that your parents still love each other enough to want to be alone with each other. Some marriages after having kids they lose all the romance for each other.

    Look at the bright side, you get to have some time without pesky, naggin parents =b

    If it's really bugging you, just explain to them you feel left out, and you would like to go on a vacation with them sometime. They'll understand.

    So stop trying to earn all of that money and just relax, dear.

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    My boyfriend an I have made plans for the future. I never ask for advice, I rather give it.. but I find myself at a loss of words when him and I tackle a few subjects. Our relationship is amazing, everything is going right, and is headed in a positive direction. However, for quite some time now.. I've believed strongly in a few select topics. And he refuses to be open-minded about these things. He relies on the excuse, "It's how I was brought up." I'm sorry if it's being unsympathetic, but I just don't see that as an excuse. He's an adult, he can make up his own mind. Everytime we talk about these things, it starts a debate, which neither of us can seem to win. If there would be one thing that would end our relationship, it would be this. He denies that he's closed-minded and it's a pointless argument everytime to him, but he refuses to change and I refuse to be okay with this. Any advice?

    I know how you feel because there are some people in my life that are closed minded. Mostly, it is not their fault though. Parents somewhat make who you are. It is not the child's fault that their parents taught them what was right and wrong. When you're a child you don't know what's right and wrong. You learn it from the people around you. All of us, and I mean all of us, have learned our rights and wrongs through other people. If other people did not influence us, none of us would have any opinions and we'd all be neutral on everything. That's how I see it.

    So when your boyfriend says it was how he was brought up, try to see it is not completely his fault.

    My advice to you is to NOT try and change how he thinks. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. It's one of the few priviledges we have. One person's right is another person's wrong.

    Instead you should calmly explain to him your views. Don't try to change him, just make him see that their are other perspectives. Slowly show him how his opinions seem a little closed minded. Just take it slow and calm. Doing it any other way will just end up in frustration and vain.

    My second piece of advice is to accept that he may be closed minded. This may be true, but everyone has a draw back about them. If you love your boyfriend, you will accept his faults and still love him for who he is. If you really cannot do this, maybe it's a sign you weren't meant to be.

    Dating isn't about confining yourself to one person you are unsure about. It's to find out if they are the right person for you. You gain experience. You learn what you need and want in a relationship. If your boyfriend absolutely does not work out, you just need to accept it and move on. There is no point in staying with someone you do not 100% love.

    I hope it goes well with your boyfriend.

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    I love a guy, Who loves a Girl, but the Girl, doesn't love him. But the guy who loves the girl, doesn't love me, so it goes around in circles...i want to get this guys attention...How should I without totaly letting him know that i REALLY love him????

    -100%ME

    That's not a circle. It's not even a triangle unless the other girl likes you. lol. So it's more like an unfinished triangle.

    First off, stop saying you love him. I'm sure you don't. Love is a strong word, and people overuse it waaay too much. You probably have a deep infatuation, or crush. Until you go out with the guy and you know him completely you cannot say you love him. He'll probably think you're a psycho if you tell him you love him.

    Okay, now that that's out of the way, I'll give you some advice on how to show him you really like him. One simple word: flirt. If you need some tips, go here: http://www.myjellybean.com/flirt/flirt.html

    After you've flirting for a while and he still hasn't gotten the message or hasn't made a move, it's time for you to tell him how you feel verbally. Just ask him to meet up at the park or where ever and tell him you really like him and would like to spend more time together. Or you can ask him to the movies, spend time together, and then tell him how you feel. Whatever you do, don't do it by giving him a note, or calling him, or having a friend tell him. That's just sad because it means you can't even talk to the guy you like.

    Good luck.

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    I have been going out with my girlfriend for about 3 monthes now, and we havent kissed yet... part of the problem is that i havent really found the time right, i would like a spot that (i know this may be kinda unlikly) but later on down the road maybe if i proposed to her, it would be the same spot... the other problem is that she never makes any "moves". The only times we talk is when i call her, (or at school) and the only times she ever calls me, is when she missed my call and is just returning it. Now a bunch of things are going on, and we are both a little buisier (sp) and really stressed out. We both have a really short fuse at the moment, and i know sometimes i can be kinda annoying. What should i do since we are both really, really competative, im affraid if i dont say it exactly right, it will turn into a fight, and i havent had one with her (or any girl) yet, but i really dont want to... so what should i say to her to kinda tell her i dont want to be doing everything in the relationship?

    Alright, since you're still in school, I assume you're young. Three months is NOT that long, trust me. Your relationship is only starting out. Perhaps the reason she has not made any moves is because she is a shy one. Or maybe she wants to take the relationship slow and not go intimate yet. If you want your first kiss from her, maybe this question I answered earlier will help you some: http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=308815

    Don't expect her to always call you, because she may be busy, or she doesn't like calling people on the phone, period. Personally, I don't like calling people.

    If you know your girlfriend is stressed out and that you might annoy her, just keep out of the way a little. You should comfort her and let her know you'll be there for her. Sometimes a little time away from each other can do good.

    If you feel you are doing everything in the relationship, you should straight up tell her. Explain to her you feel like you are making all of the efforts. That you would like her to do more. Tell her you are worried she's not crazy about you as much as you're crazy about her because she hasn't made any effort to spend more time together and talk.

    Keep in mind of these three things: 1) she may be shy. 2) she's stressed and busy. 3) she wants some space from you for a while. 4) she isn't sure if she wants to continue this relationship.

    If it is #1 you need to consider her feelings and not be so sensitive about "making the moves". If it is #2 just keep out of the way for a while and show her support. If it is #3 leave your relationship alone for a while. Sometimes people need breaks from each other. If it is #4 you need to be really alert. She may be trying to give you the signs. If your relationship does not work out, you just need to move on. Dating is about bonding with someone, gaining experience, and finding out what you like and don't like. So if one thing doesn't work out you move on and find something else.

    If you are so concerned about her making the moves, you need to just go for them yourself. Maybe she's waiting for YOU to kiss her and she feels like you're not making any of the moves. You can't really say you're making all of the moves if you say you have not kissed her yet, lol.

    If you're thinking of proposing to this girl, you really love her and you wouldn't have any doubts about your relationship. Sounds like right now you aren't too sure. So keep that in mind.

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    ok so I have been going out w/ my boyfriend since january 16, 05. and we have only kissed 4 times!...and this sucks for me...everytime we have kissed it was me kissing him!...i mean like he kisses back but he doesnt make the first move!...how in the world do i get him to kiss me first???....plz help me...i rate high*

    I answered some questions similar to this one before, maybe it can be of some help to you. Good luck! (=

    http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=308815

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    If u are trying to hint to your bf that u want him to kiss u, what are some good types of flirting to use to get the message across. I've tried things but they don't seem to work. Once I was heart broken becuz he pulled away when I was flirty. I'm so lost.

    I answered a question like this earlier....maybe it can be of some help to you (=

    http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=308815

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    I like this girl and we used to go out.
    we had something really special before but some shit happened and the relationship went sour.
    She had a b/f when we were dating. She doesn't have the some feeling for me anymore but i still like her. I think she borke up with her b/f now and going out with other guy.
    I really like her but i don't think i should still thinking about her.
    Anyone knows how can i forget about a girl who i like a lot???

    You're right when you say you don't think you should still be thinking about her. It's not right to have a boyfriend and date someone else at the same time. And now she is going out with another guy! So even if you and her were still going out, there could be a possibility she was cheating on you. Once you cheat, you can always do it again.

    The easiest way to forget about her is to start looking at other girls. Dating is about getting experience, bonding with someone, and finding out what you want. Well, now you know she wasn't the right person for you. And when things don't work out, you need to move on and find something else. Whenever you find yourself thinking about her or wishing you were still going out with her, just remind yourself that she isn't that great and you deserve better. There are plenty of girls out there. Plus, you're probably somewhere in your teens, and you have quite a while to find the right girl.

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    hey my lips are always dry and i dont know why. i have to lick them all the time to keep them wet. they arent chapt so i dont need chap stick, but what should i do? i rate high

    Even if your lips aren't chapped, chapstick still does wonders. It keeps your lips moist and soft. Very kissable too. lol. So if you're a guy stick with some nonscented chapstick. If you're a girl you can have some chapstick or lipbalm or lipgloss. It will keep you from licking your lips. Licking your lips just makes your lips get even drier. You could also try applying chapstick/lipbalm/lipgloss on your lips before you go to sleep at night. In the morning your lips will feel better.

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    I am soo confused I cant figure it out...how would you know if ur bi or straight bc i thought i was straight but now im trying to find out bc i dont think its wrong to be bi and theirs nothing wrong w kissing another girl to me that is so please answer back ill rate also

    I'm not bisexual, so I wouldn't know for sure, but I'll try to help you. I don't see anything wrong with gays and bisexuals. I'm very open minded. If my boyfriend were a girl I'd still love him..or..her that way. lol. Other people think that's just weird. So maybe you're just a little open minded. That's a good thing. Hormones can be going a little crazy so that may be another cause for your confusion.

    If you're bisexual then you would feel attracted to girls and you'd want to have a relationship with them. If you just like girls because you think they're beautiful or whatever, that doesn't necessarily mean you're bi because it's normal to like your own kind. lol. If you think you're completely ready to try new things, maybe it's time to try going on a date with a girl. Maybe then you can see what your heart is trying to say.

    Don't be ashamed if you are bisexual because look on the bright side...you now have guys and girls to choose from! haha.

    So in the end, you're the only one that can decide. Don't worry about it though, because you have your whole life to decide. And you always have the option of changing your mind, so no need to rush. Good luck!

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    When you are making out with a boy (yes I am a girl) where do you put your hands? Where does he put his. When making out what do you do with your hands? sorry i just want to know if you answer this with a good answer I will rate a 5

    That depends on how you're using the word "making out". If it's light, then some places you can put your hands are on his waist, his back, his neck, his chest, his hair, the side of his face, etc. Or you could just hug him. Many possibilities. If it's heavy making out...well...you can do the above and put your hands in the more private spots. lol. As for the boy, he can do the same and put his hands where I mentioned above. There is no right and wrong. Just do what you think is right. If you're really into the moment, you won't even need to think about it. Good luck!

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    ok i have been going out with this guy for like 2 months and i really like him, but we havent kissed yet, should i make the first move? and he doesnt call me..what is up with that? i think he is just shy, and there is this other guy that told me he likes me and i kind of like him but i dont want to brake up with my boyrfriend for him what should i do?

    The guy might be shy...so don't think he's a bad boyfriend just because he has not kissed you.

    If you want some tips on how to get him to kiss you, look at my answer to another question here: http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=308815

    Or, you can just ask him straight forward if you two can share a kiss. That will give him less shock and he can be prepared for the kiss coming.

    Or, you can just kiss him yourself. Give him some signs you are about to kiss him and just go for it. The guy doesn't always have to be the first one to make a move, so keep that in mind.

    Sometimes in order to get what you want, you have to go for it yourself.

    If there is another guy you like, you need to make up your mind, now. You either need to break up with your boyfriend asap or forget about that other guy completely because the longer you wait the more hurtful and problematic it will be.

    If you love your boyfriend, you would NOT have your eyes set for any other boy...so keep that in mind.

    Don't be afraid to break it off with your boyfriend if you are sure you don't have strong feelings for him. Dating is about experience and bonding with someone and finding out what you need and want. You won't always find love at first, but it is better to have gained the experience than to not have at all. You shouldn't be confined to and stuck to one person if you don't feel strongly about them.

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    Hello everyone, how can you know if it is really love or not. There's this guy who I have a crush on for four years plus already and I still can't forget him. Whenever I see him last time and he goes near me, my mind can't think anything. It's like my mind is saying say something say something but I can't think of anything to say. Now, I'm worried about him and I don't know if this is really love. If it is, could it be possible that love exist at my age? I'm 16. And could it be possible that you love someone you don't know really that much?

    Love has so many meanings to it. Love depends on how YOU see it. Some people think it's not true love if it ever ends, some people think true love is only true love if you love that person forever, some people believe it is possible to have "loved" someone even if you don't love them anymore.

    This world is so full of hatred and all of that junk. I think it's worth the risk of telling someone you love them, appreciated them, and admire them, rather than always wondering for the rest of your life if you should have told them how you felt.

    In MY opinion I DO think it is POSSIBLE to fall in love at a young age. That does NOT mean it will last forever though and it does NOT mean you WILL find true love. It is only a possiblity. Love is definitely an overused word that has lost a lot of meaning to many people, but that doesn't mean it is impossible for anyone young to be in love.

    Big crushes can be mistaken for love. That happens all the time.

    In your case, I don't think you can love someone you don't know. I think love takes time, it takes time to get to know someone and love who they are. Who knows, you might be in love with the guy. But you can't be sure unless you actually get to know him and spend time with him. My advice to you would be to admit your feelings to him. The truth is, we never know if we have a tomorrow. I don't think you'll want to let great things pass you by. Dating is about experience and bonding with someone and finding out what you need and want. You won't always find love at first, but it is better to have gained the experience than to not have at all.

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    sorry i didn't know where to put this so i just put it here .. well a few weeks ago i found out that i was pregnant. i decided that im going to have the baby but the problem is that i have an eating disorder. i know it's probably bad for the baby but i've been doing it for so long that i can't stop. Does anyone know how badly it can hurt the baby or what it can do to it?
    14/f

    I don't have any answers for you, but I did some research and found these sites for you.

    http://www.anred.com/pg.html
    http://pregnancy.about.com/od/eatingdisorders/
    http://www.something-fishy.org/dangers/pregnancy.php
    http://www.teenhealthfx.com/answers/Emotional/60.html

    I hope these sites help you understand what you are doing to yourself and the baby. I hope you can get over your eating disorder soon. Good luck!

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    i brush my retainer every day. it still ends up smelling like crap somehow.. my mom called my ortho, and they said to use the stuff that you put dentures in.. i did that, and it still smells bad! does anyone know something good that will get the nasty smell away from my retainer?

    You should try soaking your retainer in the solutions the people before me have mentioned. On top of that be sure to floss, use mouthwash, brush your teeth, gums, and tongue at least twice a day. Every time you take your retainer out to eat and etc, be sure to brush it with soap/toothpaste before you put it back in or at least rinse it with water. I brush my retainers with a mild soap and it works for me. Good luck with your retainers!

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    ok so um me and my friend (we are both girls)have sleep overs all the time and when we do she always puts her leg on me and so i would like rub on her leg and she would rub my boob and when i am in the bed i feel good about it but then when i am out of the bed i hate myself for even thinking of stuff like that and during the day i mean i LOVE guys and then when she sleeps over its a whole different story.......so anyways can u help me i dont understand what is wrong with me!

    It could mean you are bisexual. There's nothing wrong with being bi. It just means you like both guys and girls. And look at it this way, at least you now have both guys AND girls to choose from. lol.

    On the other hand, it doesn't have to mean you are bisexual. Maybe you are just caught in the moment when you are with your friend. Maybe you have just been wanting attention and your friend was the one that could give it to you. Hormones can go a little crazy. lol.

    Whichever one it is, you are the one that knows best. Whatever you decide is the reason, don't be ashamed of yourself.

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