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So my boyfriend told me hes moving like in a couple months to a other town ... i really like him !! i dont want to lose him .... i really dont ... i would want some ideas that can help me so he can stay ... i think he can am not sure.. but any ideas ..? (link)
This is hard to answer because we don't know any of the details. We don't know how old you guys are, we don't know why he's moving, we don't know anything about the situation.

So if you guys are young, like still living with your parents, then I don't think there is anything you can do. I mean it's not his decision to stay, it's his parents. You can talk to them and see why they're moving though.

If you guys are older, not living with your parents and he's moving on his own choice. Then talk to him about. Express your concerns and see how often you guys will see each other, ect.

Moving might be the best thing and you can't really stop it if he's younger. But make sure you enjoy the time you have.


This questions for the girls and guys, mainly guys though.

Well, i was having sex with this guy he asked if I was on birth control and I said no but he still wanted to cum in me. why do guys asked this but still want to do it with no birth control
What does this mean exactly? Is there something he is trying to tell me? Were any of you in this situation before? Or guys, did you do something like this? Why did you?
does that mean he wants me to get on it are wants to have a kid with me is he trying to give me a hint to get on birth control? (link)
It pretty much means he's not very bright or a complete idiot.

Most guys who ask a girl about birth control before they have sex, it usually means they are smart and want to make sure they don't get you pregnant. If he still wanted to have sex with you, even after you told him you weren't on birth control, he really doesn't care about consequences and that is not a guy you want to have sex with.
Unless of course he does want to have a baby with you..but that is something that should be talked about beforehand.

If he wanted you to get on birth control, he should straight up tell you that.
Although, you should be on birth control anyways because precum alone can get you pregnant.


Are there any age requirements to buy Midol? I know I could just ask someone just in case, but if I'm already out and shopping I might as well pick it if I'm able. (link)
I don't think there is an age requirement to buy midol.


I need to know what jobs can i apply for if im 14??? (link)
It really depends on where you live. In most places, you can't work until you are 16 unless it's something like babysitting.
So I think you need to look into the labor laws where you live. Even so, it will probably still be difficult to get a job at your age. There are people 16 years and older looking for jobs so they normally have a better chance.

So go look up the laws where you live, then you can know from there what jobs you can apply for.


Hello, i am a 34 year old male, i been dating a female for three years, and recently i found out shes been dating someone else and shes been dating him for five years even b 4 she met me, and she's been accepting gifts from both of us... pretty much feeding us the same lies, so her birthday is this Friday, and i was going to do something special for her; give her nice gifts, had a luxury hotel lined up for her this weekend. But now since i found this out, im not doing anything for her... i dont even plan to wish her a happy bday, because i dont think she even deserve hat small gesture... but the nice side of me questions if im wrong or not, and i cant answer that because im really angry right now.... so what do you guys think? Do you think i would be wrong for not saying happy birthday? (link)
I don't think this is really about the birthday.

You're not happy that she is dating someone else, so you end things. I don't think she'll be offended that you didn't say happy birthday knowing that you know about the other man. So I just think you should break things off and move on.


Okay, so I finally asked the cute guy from work I'm crushing on to hang out with me and some of my co-workers to go bowling and he said yes (yay!) Okay, how am I suppose to flirt with him during bowling? I mean I don't even have his number yet. Were going this saturday, and I'm freaking out because I really don't know how to flirt in a group setting. And I extended the invitation for him to bring his friends or co-workers so you know he wouldn't feel awkward. So that's more pressure. I just want this night to go well in the romantic department, and any help on how to make him notice me during the bowling would be great!

Read more: http://www.advicenators.com/qview.php?q=614896#ixzz2flRpOSdN (link)
So you pretty much want to flirt subtly to where it doesn't seem weird or too obvious to other people.

Spending time around him will make him notice you. So I'd suggest sometimes during the game to go up to him and his friends and talk.
As to flirting, compliment him. Obviously, don't be excessive, but every once in awhile compliment him and he'll feel good about himself around you. If you compliment him on bowling, he'll probably feel the need to show off for you.
Tease him. It's a cute but funny way to flirt.
Challenge him. Tell him if you beat him, he'll owe you a drink or something. If he beats you, he buys you one.

Other than that, just enjoy it and have fun. I'm sure he'll respond back or at least get in him mind that you might be into him.


Heyyy...* 14/F I had a crush on this guy for about 3 years now..* this weekend we held hand and so on but said nothing* it was juat like a silent move* I really like him* but I'm not gonna see him for a long time if I ever see him again* he lives 250km away* but his sister and me are very close * I really like him I'm crazy about him but my heart hurts really bad!* :( what should I do* (link)
It really depends. If you won't see him again, you should probably try to move on. You can keep talking to him as friends, but it's best to keep it as just friends.


First of all, I already feel awful about what I did and don't want to be judged.

So, I'm a young teenage girl who likes girls, and I have a girlfriend. I love her more than ANYTHING in the world, and we care for each other deeply. By the way, it's a long distance relationship.

I will admit that I'm a very stupid person. Meaning I do stupid things sometimes on the internet. I will also say that I get horny very easily, and my girlfriend does not.

I met another lesbian girl on a website (a lot of my friends on the internet are lesbians) and she gave me her phone number. At first, we just texted each other about normal stuff.

I would like to mention that I would never be attracted to this girl. She's a bit pushy and rude, and I don't like her . . . except maybe as a friend.

Anyway, she asked me if I would call her on the phone. I don't like calling people on the phone, but I said yes anyway. Before we called, she asked me if I wanted to have a little fun. I asked her what she meant by that, and she said she wanted to masturbate over the phone.

I should also mention that I love masturbating. It's one of my favorite things to do. But I was a little reluctant to say yes to that girl because I didn't want to be a cheater. So I told the other girl that I have a girlfriend and didn't want to cheat on her, but then she said it wasn't cheating and that we could just be friends with benefits. So I said yes.

We masturbated over the phone a couple times. But I don't want to do it anymore because it makes me feel like I'm cheating on my girlfriend, even though the other girl said it wasn't cheating. I would stop, but I don't want to hurt the other girl's feelings, because I know she likes masturbating over the phone. I guess I liked it too because I love to masturbate, but I just feel so bad. . . .

Now I feel terrible about everything. If you have any advice, I would deeply appreciate it. Thank you! And sorry if this question didn't make any sense. (link)
Friends with benefits is cheating. Masturbating on the phone with another girl is cheating.

So now that we have that straight, you should tell your girlfriend.
She will be hurt. Don't expect her to just take it and say, "Ok, you're forgiven." But don't put any of the blame on her and don't make excuses. You don't want to be like, "I couldn't help myself because I love masturbating." or "You don't get horny very often and I really was." It just makes it look like you would do it again.
Explain what you did, tell them you were sorry and that it'll never happen again. Tell her everything she wants to know. So in the future if it's brought up, she'll know everything and won't be so hurt about it again.

She might need time, I don't know her so I'm not sure to how she would react. If she does, don't beg, don't pressure her. Just be prepared for the worst.

Also, stop talking to this other girl. She's bad news and doesn't care to respect your boundaries of being in a relationship. You don't have to be mean. Just tell her that you have a girlfriend and she's the only one you want to do that with. Then don't talk to her anymore.


I'm a Female. 13 years old . and it was back to school. so on the second week of school i met this boy.! and it was love at first sight!! well, for me it was. we don't talk that much. and sometimes he does mess with me. (in a friendly way) and I have kinda, sorta fallen in love! (link)
Start with being friends with him. If he randomly asked you to be his girlfriend, and never was in the friend stage, the relationship won't last very long.

Once you begin talking to him more and you guys consider each other friends, try hanging out outside of school, even with a group of friends. Then eventually you'll know how he feels for you.


Hi, I'm 20/f && my boyfriend is 22. This weekend we had sex for the first time. The first time we had intercourse, he lasted a few minutes. He exclaimed that I had the best he has ever had or tasted, blah blah blah. Well the next day, we were fooling around and I went down on him, and then we proceeded with intercourse. Like, this was a lot more rough than the first (he called it love making; second time was fucking..whatever) everything was great, then he pulled out, and I could hear it in his voice how upset he was, but he said that he didn't know what the problem was but he couldn't keep it hard and I'm the only girl he's ever done with that. I was crushed, automatically assumed the worst. Neither one of us knows why it happened. He claimed it had nothing to do with me, that it was him and was literally boohoo crying. :(

He said his stressed about his daughter && the fact that he has to leave in 12 hours to go back to Michigan ( long distance relationship, for now)

But idk what to believe. He gets so turned in around me, he swears he wasn't lying about being the best he's ever had, but idk..

Is it normal? Is it me? Could stress cause it?

Btw, we did have several shots of vodka, but he said he wasn't buzzed or anything.. (link)
This isn't uncommon. It's not the girls fault either. A lot of girls are like, "Maybe I don't make him turned on, or I'm not sexy enough."
But he straight up told you he was stressed. That can cause problems in someones sex drive.
If this happens a lot, then there's most likely a problem and he should get checked out.

But don't get upset or anything, it really won't help the situation. Just be supportive and say that it's fine because his ego is probably hurt.


This kid in one of my classes overheard that I wanted to kill myself (I wouldn't really do it, I was just mad and told my friend that) and the kid told my teacher. The school called my parents and told them... My parents want to talk about it, and I think my teacher is going to talk to me about it tomorrow but I've just been ignoring them and avoiding it. I don't want to show them my cuts or anything so yeah... What should I do? Just keep avoiding it? I don't want 'help' because I'm slowly getting better on my own and I don't want to talk about it. (link)
I've had this happen to me. Although it wasn't about suicide, it was about self harm. My friend told the counselor and they called my parents.

I thought I could just stop on my own. Because I truly felt like I was getting better. But if something bad happened, I would just break down and do it again. It's not something you should turn to when you're upset, you know?
So the help isn't just about how to stop cutting, it's about finding other ways to deal with your problems. It's always so much better when there is someone else helping you and supporting you. Your family will be number one. I mean I'm sure your friends will love and support you, but obviously, it can get spread around.

It would be wrong of me to tell you to avoid it, because that's what I did. I almost killed myself, but it wasn't intentional. I just accidentally went to far with the cutting when I had a break down. You'll get over with it faster if you ask for help.


I have been broken up with 2 times in the same week. Why does it hurt so much? And by the same boy (link)
I'm guessing you're in high school.

No matter what kind of break up it is, whether is was a long relationship or a very short one, it's going to hurt. I mean, if you liked him and then you find out he doesn't like you as much as you liked him, it will hurt.
It hurts when someone just has a crush on someone and turns out they don't return those feelings.

When you're young, you're pretty much trying to figure out what you like and what you don't like in a partner. There was something there that he just wasn't feeling. He didn't handle it right, especially by breaking up with you twice in the same week. It's a bit immature.

So just hang it there. Consider this a learning experience.


Female, 18

Here is the list of pros and cons I made:

Pros of being with him

1.I know I love him. He loves me. We’re a happy family.
2. He treats me right.
3. He makes me laugh.
4. He would never intentionally hurt me.
5. I can tell him things.
6. I know he’ll love me unconditionally.

Cons of being with him

1. He makes me feel insecure.
2. He could potentially stab me in the heart.
3. Distance
4. Not sure if he's the one with me.

I tried being with him. We loved each other a lot. But the main issue was him making me feel insecure and hurt (maybe irrationally, but hurt nonetheless). I eventually ended things. He was hurt because he didn't think I had a proper reason for breaking up with him. We've hung out as friends since, and now I feel like I'm in the same place I was 6 months ago. I feel like I'm falling deeper and deeper in love with him. And I know he's never stopped loving me. (Btw he's 22.) We are long distance btw, so that's always a consideration.

Please give me some advice. I'm so conflicted! (link)
Well you have to think if these cons outweigh the pros.

I think the biggest problem would be him making you feel insecure. What does he do that makes you feel insecure? If this isn't something the two of you can work on, then there's a good chance you won't be happy most of the time.
As for the rest of the cons. Anyone you love can potentially hurt you. In one way or another, he will hurt you and you will hurt him. But there are ways to get through that.
Distance can be managed. That's not impossible but it really depends on what you're looking for.
Not sure if he's the one, you'll need time on that one. I think you should go slow, give yourself some time to see if you can have a future with him.

The pros are great. He loves you unconditionally, can you do that for him? If you can't see yourself loving him when he does stupid things, screws up, ect, he's probably not the one.
I like how adviceman told you to look into his work and such. Can he hold a job? Like, does he jump around from job to job?
How does he treat his parents?
How does he treat people in general?

You don't need to make decisions like this quickly. I mean it is a big deal, so take your time.


Is it okay to date older man 12 years difference
(link)
It really depends on your age. If you're under 18, no, it's not ok to date a man 12 years older. It's illegal.

Other than that, it's up to you. But you have to be careful. If you are 18, 19 or in early 20s, that's when you should still be careful.

Good luck.


hi i have another question what dose it mean if a girl knows you for a hole year but all of a sudden she wants to be your friend (link)
It means she wants to be your friend and nothing more.

What were you guys before? Were you more than friends? Were you just acquaintances?

Either way, she just wants to be friends.


pragnancy test kit is 100% true result? (link)
No, it's usually about 85-90% accurate.

Make sure you follow the directions. If each time it comes out positive, then go see a doctor.


I met this girl about a month ago and we've been friends ever since. In the beginning of the week (It's now Friday), she started ignoring me so I didn't talk to her because I didn't want to start anything. Well, on Wednesday I texted her and she didn't reply so I didn't bother her anymore.

However, it's getting worse. She keeps making all my friends hate me too, and trying to steal my boyfriend... I tried talking to her today but she yelled at me. I don't think we'll have a strong friendship like we did, but I just don't want her to hate me anymore. What should I do? I don't know if she blocked my number or not, so... (link)
Why would you want a friend like that back?
She ignores you. She tries to get your friends against you. She is trying to steal your boyfriend. She yells at you.

How does she make all your friends hate you? If they can turn their back on you that fast, they weren't real friends.

Did you do anything at all to make her not like you? If so, then apologize. That's all you can do. She's behaving really immaturely. She's acting like a child. So after that, don't bother with her. Don't attempt to talk to her. It's not worth it.


Me and this guy i became friends with starting talking for 3 months straight, non stop..he always showed me he liked me, or made it seem like we were together because of so many things he used to do. When i realized that he wasnt bringing anything up, i decided to. and i confronted him and told him that i want to know what we are exactly, he told me i was special to him and he likes me but that he doesnt want a relationship right now because he isnt ready to change. So i thanked him for his honesty and we went on talking. I realized that he was still treating me the same, constanly being cute, calling, texting and i thought it wasnt fair to me.. so i started being cold with him until he brought it up and asked "why are u being so formal" i simply said "Im not being formal, i just think its best i keep my distance, you made your point clear last time about what you wanted, and i feel like its for the best if i just keep my distance" he said "thats your choice, if you feel like its best for you then okay, i respect your honesty" i told him that maybe we can talk again someday, and he said hed leave that to me. I cant say im surprised because i kind of saw this coming, however, will he miss me at all? we've gotten pretty close, talking day and night, always knowing where the other one is.. i do know that he probably doesnt like me as much as i like him..even though he showed he did, but i guess people just do things like that sometimes. Im hurt honestly, and i KNOW i shouldnt care if he misses me or not, i just want to know if you guys think he will, because it does matter to me, it makes me feel like i was atleast important somehow. I feel down about myself because i feel like he doesnt think im worth it. Thanks for any advice. :) (link)
I can't tell you if he'll miss you or not. I don't know him at all.
If he was just simply talking to you and is just the type of guy who talks to girls but doesn't really care to have a relationship, he might not miss you very much.

But I'm glad you stopped talking to him. He didn't like you enough to have a relationship so he wasn't worth it. Usually I can understand when someone says they're not ready for a relationship, but he said he didn't want to change so that's pretty much saying he just wants someone to talk to but doesn't want the extra things that come with a relationship.

You'll find someone else who likes you just as much as you like them and they'll actually want to be with you.


We sexted and it was sorta like RP because no pics and we got into a fight because I ended up liking him and at school the way he looks at me, (I'm 15 and he's 14) it's like we're the only people there. The girl he's sorta hanging out with looks EXACTLY like me so does he like me? (link)
It doesn't sound like he likes you. It just sounds like he's attracted to you.

A lot of people have an attraction to certain types of looks. I doubt you guys are similar in personality too.
Plus you guys already moved past the friends stage without being in a relationship and usually it doesn't turn into a relationship because he's already getting what he wants.
It's not impossible but you're probably going to have to ask him how he feels about you if you really want to know.


My boyfriend doesn't talk much but our friends try to get us 2 talk but when we do all he says is hello. We can't have α proper conversation what can I do to start one (link)
I was in a similar situation when I was 14. He told my friends that he liked me and they pretty much got us together. We'd only sit together and hardly talked. It was pretty much our friends telling us what to do. They would say, "Hold her hand!" Or try to get us to talk. I was way too shy and so was he.

So, take your friends out of this relationship. That's a good start. You guys are in an awkward stage, trying to figure out what to do and what's the right thing to say. But in reality, talking to your boyfriend is no different than talking to a friend. So pretty much just talk about things you'd talk to your friends about. Well maybe exclude talking about crushes, shopping, ect. But think of what you would say to your guy friends.
Eventually it'll become more comfortable and you guys will be able to talk normally.
Usually it's not too bad in the beginning of relationships because they were friends beforehand. I'm guessing you guys weren't good friends because you guys can't talk. So you guys are becoming friends, but still have the boyfriend/girlfriend title.




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