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Q: Well how can I put this..

First of all I'm 14/F. I've never had a boyfriend. Maybe you could tell me if this is why..

Well I've like MANY guys. And some have seemed like they've like me too. For example, there's this kid that I "like" (you'll understand the quotes in a minute), and it kind of seems like he likes me too now. But now that he is kind of flirting with me, I'm starting to not like him now. What is this?!? It REALLY confuses me. I don't know why I am like this, can anyone explain?? Before the guy started flirting a little bit with me, I definately wanted him to like me, no doubt about that. Of course I did, cause I liked him. But now that it seems he likes me..I'm kind of avoiding him. Am I afraid of a relationship? I feel as if I will never have a boyfriend because of this reason, and it makes me sad & confused. Please help?
Hmm...maybe the better question would be if you are pushing yourself away. No offence, but it seems like you probably wouldn't be willing to give yourself a chance with a guy, whether you had feelings for him or not. You should devote time to yourself to sort your feelings out. Ask yourself questions and any you can think of: write them down.
What kind of questions? Questions that will help you see things like why you like him, what you do like him for, what you don't like him for, how your feelings have changed for him, etc. So keep a list of the questions you ask yourself so if you need to you can add more and go back to the questions if you are in a similar situation again. I think that might help you see more clearly how it is you feel about him, and not how you want to feel about you and the guy [sorry if that doesn't make sence].
Don't be so hard on yourself, because if it is because you are afraid of a relationship - thats only natural. Wouldn't you consider it foolish not to be and just jump into anything and everything without thinking about it? People sometimes get hurt when they don't think things through. Don't feel as if you will never have a boyfriend - you are only 14 and still have too much of your life ahead of you. Well hope that helped and good luck. Drop 1 in my inbox if you want more help or anything else explained.

Q: I know that when in a relationship 'Trust' is the key element. Well, I trust my boyfriend with everything I am, but that's not the problem. I know that he thinks other girls are pretty and that he looks at other girls like that upsets me. I know, I know. I probably sound really immature, but I know that ever since I've been dating him I don't really look at guys that way anymore because I don't need to look- I have him. I haven't got upset over this, but I can't help but think he's checking girls out while he out with me. Any advice?
I'm sure your boyfriend is sensible enough to let you know that on top of everything else, he chose you over your personality and who you are, and not by a popularity/beauty contest. You don't sound immature. If you've talked to him about it, then he would probably see what you mean and fix things up. If you havn't let him know, then tell him. It could just be that your boyfriend didn't even know or notice that it bother you. So long as you told him about it and how you felt, I'm sure that he would agree to...change that. Personally for me, and I know others are like this too, are at the point where if they see someone, anyone, I can't judge. One of two things hit my mind when I see someone: why? and haha wow I'm glad I didn't fall for that one.

But yeah I do understand what you mean and where you are comming from. So long as you let him know how you feel, things should all work out. Find it in yourself to trust him enough to know that nothing you wouldn't like would ever cross his mind, or have. I mean he's your boyfriend, and believe me, when it comes to that stuff, you'd be surprised at how many guys would stay loyal - most have told me they would never do anything to cross the line and let down the girl. Anyways I hope that helped and feel better =)

Q: heya its my birthday next week and for my party i want some like clubbing music like r n b and that i dont normally listen to that kinda music but i want some, can anyone give me any artists or song names i can look up. i love save the last dance! so like if you watched it and know the songs and artists then could you give me the names please! thank you so much! x x x
You see all that music xomegaroni has listed there? If there is any that you like and want more kinds like that, then try this: www.pandora.com

It's free. Simply type in the song title or artist you like. It will run a search and play you songs that are similar and would probably like. So yeah incase you needed a broader range try that. Also iTunes has a good library with an R&B section that you might find useful. Try the top 100 downloaded songs. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: how do you get faster, im active pretty fast but wanna get faster! In lacrosse we have to run 3 miles every day and then endurance training which works most likely cause i feel it, but what specifically type of drills make you faster?
How do you get faster...It may sound boring, but it would take running a lot of miles per day. Depends on your case and your ability, but just for example: I would run 6 miles a day, but not at 100% pressure, like say at 7.30 min per mile [my mile is 6.00]. So yeah if you get the idea, long distance stuff with medium or so pressure is what you want to try. Why? I'm a rower and the same principles apply for getting faster and having more endurance. So yes for our 5-6 minute races, we end up doing a 80-90 minute workout non-stop, but not at full pressure. I tried that last winter thinking: how is this going to help, shouldn't I just be doing fast stuff to get faster? Well I didn't and did what my coach told me to which was the longer workouts, and come spring I was at least 10x faster. So yeah try the long distance running, maybe 3 or 4 times a week, depending on your schedule. Feel free to break it up with shorter stuff too like 2 miles at a higher pressure. Hope that all makes sence and helps if not drop 1 in my inbox - good luck.

Q: I dont know what i should get for my mom for christmas..I know its bad but yeah. She likes the western deal, and candles. Can you give me some ideas????
Try some scented candles. My mom likes those. They come in this huge glass jar and you just light them up and it smells really good. Most are reusable and last a really long time. I like the lavander one, its like pink/purpleish, but smells nice. So yeah try a few scented candles, and if you can open the jar before you buy it, sniff it to see what it would smell like to see if its good. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: 16/F
Alright, so this is what is going down. I am going to ask this guy out, but the thing is, whenever I go to do it, he does something or calls one of his friends over. I am asking him out because he is incredibly shy and won't do it himself. But here is the other thing, his best friend asked him what he would do if someone, like me, asked him out. He said he would just wing it, but then a couple seconds later he said that he would say yes. I don't get it. I am really confused and a little pissed off, considering I tried to do this three times and each time it fell through. Is he just avioding the question, is he nervous about answering the question or does he just not like me at all?
Chances are his actions are [if done intentionally] done more out of nervousness than just because he doesn't like you. You'll just have to 'corner him' or at least make it so that no other situation can come up and interrupt. If he is too shy, then you'll just have to bear with him on that - it won't last forever. Does he know you've been trying to ask him out? I mean I can't say whether he should or shouldn't know, because it all depends on the situation. But either case, you should get his attention but also without being too...intimidating. Guys can get a lot more nervous than you think - I would know. So yeah, give him some time because he might not want to say yes because he doesn't feel ready, or not say no because he might have feelings for you. Be patient - good things come to those who wait. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: ok i want the ipod nano or video for xmas or my bday on the 22nd

i want the 4 gb white- becasue if you scratch the black it looks bad

the 4gb nano holds about 1,000 songs right?
the 2gb nano holds about 500 songs right?

and i want eather of them...

can the video hold music and mucis videos?

how much is the video anyways?

wich one is more what is it called... better?


please and thankyou - i rate

x0o ♥ Lauraa
The 2GB iPod Nano is - $199.00
The 4GB iPod Nano is - $249.00

The 30GB video/photo iPod can hold ovevr 75 hours of video with a battery life of about 14 hours. Its cost is - $299.00

The 60GB can also hold videos and photos, but holds over 150 hours, and the same as the 30GB, around 25,000 photos. While it can hold 15,000 songs [30GB holds about 7,500] it also has a battery life of 20 hours, good for the long road trips.

Persoanlly, I would go with the 60GB if you can afford it. I have over 6,000 songs on iTunes, and I'll be adding tons of photos and videos and files. The iPod nano cannot hold videos, but can however hold just as pany photos. So if you have over 1,500 music files, then I would suggest the white 30GB iPod. If you find that you don't have as much music, or cannot afford it, the 4GB is a better buy because chances are you will always adding more and more music and photos. Hope that helped and good luck.



P.S. - The video iPod 60GB costs $399.00. Since you don't seem to have as much music, then maybe the 2GB would be the better buy, if you don't think you'll be adding tons of more music on it. Don't forget to buy the 2 year protection plan [think its about 50 bucks] - it's worth it. Hope that helped =)

Q: What do you think is a good name for my band?
Something original.
Something that fits the kind of music you play.
Something seperating itself from all the other band names.

You should leave more details on what your band is like, the music you play, etc. It will make it easier for others and me to help you with a band name. I'll change my answer to give you ideas after you leave extra info. Thanks.

Q: So im a freshman in highschool (and a girl!)...most of my friends have all experienced dating and boyfriends....except me....i feel like I'm kinda behind...and i do want a boyfriend...any advice about how to get to know guys better etc...i rate :) thanx
It's natural to feel that way, don't let it get to you. First off, nobody says that highschool = you have to have a boyfriend/girlfriend. So don't go around looking for one...because you might get hurt. I suggest just be friends with everyone, guys and girls. Really, if you get to know who's who and what kind of people they hang out with, you can find the kind of guys that you would want to have fun with and be with. From there, just develop a good friendship, without pushing for a relationship. If you find that you have feelings for someone, then sure of course let them know - and yeah chances are that they won't take it the wrong way, flip out, or hate you [despite popular belief]. And don't feel left out if all of your friends have a boyfriend...thats just one less person you can get hurt from. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: im buying some cds for my dad for x-mas but i dont know which ones are the best from each band
can you tell me which cds are the best from

1- The Eagles
2- Chicago
3- Any other cds from around this time or cds that people liked if they like these two bands
Classic rock - good stuff. Let me see what I can come up with...These are CD's I've listened to of good classic rock bands: hope this is what you were looking for.

The Eagles: The Eagles - Their Greatest Hits

Lynyrd Skynyrd: 20th Century Masters - The Millenium Collection: The Best of Lynyrd Skynyrd

The Rolling Stones: Jump Back: The Best of the Rolling Stones

Cream: The Very Best of Cream

Chicago: The Very Best of Chicago - Only the Beginning

Boston: Boston

Kansas: The Best of Kansas

Journey: Greatest Hits

The Doors: Legacy - The Absolute Best (2 Disc Set)


Anyways, if you don't already have iTunes, you could download it for free at www.itunes.com. You can preview and even purchase most of these albums here. Hope that helped, if you are looking for any other bands feel free to drop it in my inbox - classic rock is only the best. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: this is kinda hard to explain but hopefully someone will get me.

Ok... you know how if you go on a site and login wit your username sometimes once you type in the first letter of your username it will come up with a drop down list of your username? Well, is there anyway to like erase that? My whole family is gettin sick of it because if you make a typo it still saves it and it sucks to have to look for your correct name mixed in with a couple typos.

So if i wasnt too confusing and someone actually understands, is there anything i can do? thank ya
Yes there is. On the box where you type, click on it, and should appear a drop down box with all of the names listed. Now, what you can do is highlight the name, not click, then press the delete button, not the backspace button. It should work, and I hope that helped, good luck.

Q: So basically I told my bf that I feel like Im not good enough looking for him and how i feel like nobody could be attracted to me. *this was all an online convo* and i asked "know what i mean?" and he said yeah..then made some excuse that he had to go do his hw. This gets wheels turning in my head..if im not attractive to him, how can this last?? :( help me
because you should not be loved for your physical appearance, but rather for who you are; there there does not need to be a physical attraction for there to be love. don't think too much about it, because if you were blind, would attractiveness matter to you? so yeah anyways, it will last if both of you can help eachother see that even though you've heard it a million and one times, its personality that counts and not looks. hope that helped and good luck

Q: My bf and I started going out a few days ago. Thing is, I am not the most pretty person. In fact, I reaally lack in the beauty department. I am bigger than my bf PLUS I am ugly. I have already heard of assholes staring at my boyfriend and snickering and whatnot. It sucks how these people could possibly break apart a relationship with potential. I mean, who wants to go through this critisism and crap like that? Any tips on how to survive the first few 'judgement' days (or maybe weeks) as a couple? I dont want him to break up with me over something so stupid as this.
Definatley talk to him about it, I'm sure he understands and might actually feel the same way. As for surviving...just ignore all of it. Really, if you listen, or even think about what they say, let alone respond, then you are letting them win. First off stick to what you think and what your boyfriend thinks, and don't let the opinions of others change your thoughts about him, yourself, or your relationship - they aren't the ones involved. Think of it as a baseball game. You and your boyfriend are the ones down on the feild, actually involved, and trying to make something happen. You have a huge crowd, some who like you, some who don't. Should you let anything they say interfere with the game? No of course not, because they are merely spectators, and don't play a role in the relationship. So I'm not sure if that makes sence, but what other people do and say is irrelavent to how both of you feel about each other. So tell your boyfriend all that, and agree to simply ignore anything and everything that is said about you too that is negative. Hope that helped and good luck.

Q: For Christmas I thought it'd be cute to do a '100 things I like about you' for my boyfriend. First of all, is that a terrible idea? What do you think he'd think about it? He's pretty sentimental about gifts.
&& Do you have any ideas that I could put in there?
(IE: 17. I love when you say those cute little sayings you come up with out of nowhere.
23. I love how you write me notes when we both know you dislike it.
34. I love how you hug me from behind.)

Thanks!
Thats cute =). Definatley go for it. I have about 500 ideas for you, but you can't steal them! Haha jk. Let me see... Heres a few [sorry if you already used them or don't like them]:

I love you not just because of who you are, but because of who I am when I'm with you

I love you for letting me love you

and...

Thanks for being the best Christmas present ever

haha hoped that helped, good luck n have fun.

Q: My boyfriend and I are constantly getting into debates about everything, especially religion and politics. We usually don't get that worked up, but I'm afraid it's going to do our relationship damage in the long-run. Is debating normal? Or should we avoid doing it in case we start fighting and potentially ruin our relationship? Do other people have experience with this...?

16/f
I guess its a bit normal to debate certain topics. Wouldn't it be boring if you both had the same views on every single aspect in life? You should use that to your advantage - the fact that you both have different views on some things - to learn more about him, teach him more about yourself, and at the same time for both of you to learn to be more open with eachother. I think you should avoid it, but not at all costs. I mean yeah once in awhile is fine, but not too much. If you feel like you've had enough for the day or week or just for a long time, then yeah avoid it. Why would you want to argue anyway - chances are one, or both of you are going to end up being hurt anyways. If you both make an effort to see things from each others point of view, then that should make things easier for the both of you, and definatley nothing wrong with that, right? So no, theres nothing really wrong with debating topics, I mean ultimatley your opionions are not disputable. You have reasons as to why what you think and say is right, and so does he. Well I hope that helped and good luck.

Q: i've had the sameeee s/n for a really long time with my name in it & i'm looking for some more ideas. i can't come up with anything that i'll use for awhile.

-i'm tall/long legs
-brunette(but i already had a brunette s/n)
-i like fashion u kno, AE, af, hollister, ripped jeans, pearls, big sunglasses, purses
-i play basketball
-i like having fun
-i love my bf, family, & friends
-im in hs

idk stuff like that

thanks!!
hey

hows about

isntlifejuicy37
x3 bBallx23
hollisterrxbabi
f0xxy r0xy 0215
xo s0 in l0ve
0 i l0ve him X

hoped that helped =)

Q: If you had a choice would you get a BMW or Corvette?
BMW. My dad had the mercedes and buick, and the BMW drives 100% better than both, especially with the snow.

Q: My boyfriend and i really like each other a lot. I play varsity basketball for my school and i don't have a lot of free time plus i miss a lot of school. I really want to spend time with my guy. What should I do so that we can spen more time with him and he doesn't feel left out of my life?
I don't see how playing basketball would have him feel left out of your life. He does have your love, doesn't he? I do know where you are comming from. I'm going to guess that you feel like you are not devoting enough time to your boyfriend, which in turn might make him feel upset, or not as important? Well let me say this: it takes less than 5 minutes to tell or listen to a joke to get a good laugh; it takes less than 15 minutes to hear about his day, and tell him about yours; it takes less than 20 minutes to write him a poem to remind him of how much he is to you; and it only takes less than 5 seconds to say 'I love you'. My point? Even with the smallest portions of time, you can both let each other know that each of you is very important to the other, reguardless of the limited time you get to spend. I always say any time is better than none, right? If he ever does feel left out for some reason, spend more time with him, but it might cost you. I do not suggest you cut on your homework or studying time [if you have any to do], maybe just sleep to talk on the phone or cut down on time hanging out with other times to spend it with him. Really, you don't have to do big things, just small things with a lot of love =). I hope that helped and good luck.

Q: How much do you guys think look really matter? i think I have to be attracted to the person I'm dating so it's always been about 40% for me. BUT, sometimes if the person isn't the hottest but has a killer personality, it kind of pushes their hottness up, you know? So what do you guys think?
I'm a guy and can say that at least for me, looks didn't matter. When you really love a person, you would still love them for who they are, even if you didn't know what they looked like or anything. Yeah, I'm sure you were expecting to hear: its personality and not looks that matter. In certain ways that is true. If you fell in love with someone, and out of nowhere became blind, would you love them less? At that point, looks probably wouldn't even matter, right? Not saying you have to go blind or anything. I do not however feel that you have to be attracted to a person in the physical sence, as in how they look. Why? Well because looks can change, literally overnight. On the other hand, to change personality would take a lot more than that. Yes a killer personality sometimes does 'push their hottness up', but that doesn't mean that it has to, or that if it doesn't that something isn't right. Hope that helped.

Q: I just turned 16 and I'm studying to get my permit (for the state of PA if that matters) and I want to know if they have any online practice tests. I heard AAA.com has one but I can't find it. If anyone knows any good sites that has tests, please list them. Thanks (:
Yes there is. http://www.dmv.state.pa.us/drivers_manual/pa_driversman.shtml

hope that helped and good luck!

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