Dear Molly

Here is the question we received from Molly:
"Hello, 
I saw your email on ElleandBlair.com and you said to email you if  needed any advice? So i've got this problem i was wondering if you could give me any advice on it :/
 
so next year(school year) We're all changing timetables for our GCSE's and i've found that I dont know anyone whos in my classes :/ Me and my best friend have been in all of our classes together since we've started school but now shes in different classes to me :/ But its okay for her cause we made new friends last year but they're with her so i dont have anybody :/ Im quite shy so i'm worried about making friends in my new classes, what if people dont wanna talk to me so im alone in all my classes :O
 
Any Advice?
 
Thanks so much (:
Molly xxx"

Dear Molly,

     A new school year brings a lot of worries, doesn't it? Meeting new people can be challenging, because you kinda have to "put yourself out there" to develop friendships and meet new people. Here are some things to keep in mind:

- Even though you have a best friend, it is so important to be open to the ideas of new friendships! Without an open mind, how can you expect anyone else to be willing to become friends?

-Don't be afraid of people not liking you. Try to see what is the best in everyone. No one will be perfect, everyone will have a few qualities that are not your favorite. What is important is making sure the ones you value are there also.

-Introducing yourself to people can be hard! (and sometimes a little awkward.. do u give a handshake when u are a teenager??? haha) Best way to introduce yourself: say something about yourself first, then your name. For instance, if a girl is signing up for band, tell her "I am too!" If you start a conversation like this, things can flow easily, as well as exchanging names! 

     Lastly, don't forget your old friends. They will always be there for you. But, don't let them hold you back. You have the power to make many more friends! We wish you the best!!

Xoxo,

Shane and Honour