how can a 17 year old girl that is going to be 18 in a few months get new friends.
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go out to the public, to parks, cafes, just sit downtown where people hang out. if you can, go to a party, do that. if noone starts talking to you, than you will have to start talking to someone first.\nit just takes a little bit courage but it is not so hard to find friends.
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Perhaps the girl has no friends and is looking to fit in? Although you need not let her into your circle of friends you should at least be pleasant with her.
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PLEASE READ THIS MESSAGE:\nMiss.T,I dont think its such a great idea 2 be friends with your daughter because after awhile,they will look at you only as their friend and not as their parent.Im 18 years old & I thank my mother every chance I get because I graduated from high school when I was 16 without her trying to be my friend,although she most definently is'nt my enemy.Yeah my mother was a good friend of mine,but she knew when and where the limits were...she knew she had 2 be a mother 85% of the time with me;and a friend 15% of the time.Put it this way...if you need your bills to be paid and you cant call on your friend(your daughter),then you shouldnt try 2 hard to please her as a friend as much as a mother.If your daughter has a good head on her shoulder,then she will appreciate how good you are trying to be with her;whether you want to be her friend or not.She will thank u in the future if you be more of a mother to her than a friend;because trust me...Im sure she has enough people trying to be her friend....Love Always;misslady2205
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I was the same way as you are: here my story\n\nWhen i was at the age of id say 10-13 was the same way i didnt wanna go and do anything that involved other people. and i had mabe 2 friends. i never hung out with them i just talked to them in school. i was always depressed. i HATED talken to new people or even people i knew. what i did was i suck it up and went into school and started talken to people no matter how much i didnt want to, i changed my appearence (i cut my hair short, started wearing really nice clothes) and just going up to random people and starting a convo wit them will actully help you. i guarentee you will be happier. Im now 16  almost 17 i have TONS OF FRIENDS im really popular, for my sophmore year i got best looking best dressed funniest and best listener. \nbecause you arnt in skool anymore or atleast i hope u arnt this is wat u should do.\n\n~~~heres wat to do~~~\n\n1. STOP BEING SO NEGATIVE\n\n2 Go and hang out wit some family members and go wit them to hang out wit their friends and because of that you will make new friends\n\n3 Dont be afraid to like go up to a random person adn start a convo. (this will make you happier because you will have tons of friends)\n\n4. i dont know how you dress or your personal appearnece but if you wanna try something new. Try changing the way you look, I.E. style of clothing if you dress like a geek then try changing to like mabe a pair of pants that are a little baggie, wear some nice shirts (Ecko Southpole Fubu).\n\n5. Smile, Be Nice\n\n6. if you are invited to something i suggest you go to it, try it, mabe you will realize how much fun you can have. And if you decide you dont like it then figure out why you didnt like it, was it the people? were you bored because you didnt hang out wit anyone? \n\nI Hope This Helps You Out A Little. \n\nif you have anymore questions email me : jslatts@hotmail.com
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Go to places that express things about yourself. If you like art, go to a museum. If you like music, go to a concert, or record shop. At these places you'll meet people with common interests.\n\nSay hi to at least one person per day. Odds are you'll make friends with at least one perosn within a month.\n\nAsk people questions about themselves. Showing interest in another person shows that you genuinely care about there hopes and concerns.
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I doubt that drugs are the answer. You just need to get proactive and get involved in your new community. Start at your local library; see if your town has a newcomer's club. Check out your local community college for adult classes -- meet some new folks over a pottery wheel or ceramics class. Look at Yahoo Groups for groups that are listed in your city, pick a few that match your interests, join and start meeting people. Develop some online friends that you can take anywhere -- consider blogging, chat rooms, etc. If you're into religion, local churches are always involved in activities where you might meet friends. Volunteer! You will be making a difference while meeting others. I know that's a lot to throw at you, but if you think about it, that's how we all make friends. We find people who share our interests, begin with those interests as common ground, then develop a relationship over time. \n\nIf you're really bugged with the boyfriend, you should certainly talk to him about it. Of course, you could also just plan a private camping trip, just the two of you. Try not to be annoyed, though. You will be thankful that he wants to have his own friends when you have a passel of girlfriends and you all want a girls' night out.
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Listen Fiona, You will find true friends if you ARE one...There are lots of people who will let you down and disappoint you, but there are many  good people out there too. The older you get, the better you will be at sorting them out.Hang in there kid!
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You could try to make more friends by joining an afterschool activity or even an out of school activity.  Try to find people who share similar interests and your friendship group will grow.
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Hello my names Jessica i am not between the ages of 8 and 12 but im 17 and i will be your friend my yahoo id is jessicarunnels_2006@yahoo.com
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Make more friends.\n\nAdvertise yourself.\n\nI'll add ya if you want. I'll give you a comment too.\nLook me up by my address adamgordon12061977@yahoo.com
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join a club or something.. and keep in touch with your friends
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well if your account is new, they cycle your picture to where other people can see it when they log on for a little while.  Generally you will get people that try to say hi and stuff.  After awhile you might chat with a few people and then find someone who you have something in common with.  if that person already has a lot of friends, you can look at their friends pages and often times they have similar personalities.  After awhile you can develop as many friendships as you want.  It also helps to join existing groups or look for people who live close to where you live.  Stuff like that.
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I have a myspace and I am 100% truthful. I don't lie and exaggerate my stuff. I hear things about myspace that's don't sound as fun k. If she says she's 21 then convince her to put her real age and tell her that she can make real friends. I think that if she does this then she will earn her self-respect as a 16-year old gurl.
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My sister just went through this.  She came to live with us with just a few months left of school.  She still keeps in contact with her old friends by phone, e-mail, letter etc.  She was herself at the new school and she has a ton of friends.  Usually kids are very receptive to "the new kid" because you are new and they want to get to know you.  So be open, be yourself and make some new friends.  Have fun and let go that's what being a teenager is all about!
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You need to tell her you can have more then one friend. If you need someone to chat with about anything add me to your messenger. Lol I went through the same thing in high school. I know what it is like to feel left out. Try to make some more friends... and 2 is company and 3 is a crowed really applies in friendship. You just keep your head up and if you need to chat like I said add me. I am here if ya need someone to talk to.
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chill and eat food....make jokes......talk about who they like....who they think they like.....who they think the other person likes.....humorous experiences....frustrating parents.....\n\nIt's not all about girls, as surprising as it may seem.  But a lot of it is. :)
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Join a club or a class that teaches what you're interested in. There will be other people there that have the same hobbies as you, and they will be easier to become friends with. \nOr - get a dog. You can meet so many people in dog parks, and you just start talking to them automatically and immedietly become friends.