How to Be a Good Girlfriend in Middle School
Don't bully your boyfriend., Make him feel good about himself., Be yourself., Be affectionate., Give him some space!, Ask him questions about your relationship if you have any., Talk with him!, If he isn't looking at you constantly or paying...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Don't bully your boyfriend.
As you might know, girlfriends can be sensitive, but boyfriends are also, so don't be mean to him.
If you find your relationship is mostly the two of you being mean to each other, then you might want to think about if your relationship is working out or not. -
Step 2: Make him feel good about himself.
Give small compliments, and show a little bit of jealousy, anything that will make him feel good.
Let him win a game you always win at, etc.
Each boyfriend is unique, so you have to think of what would make him happy. , He chose you, not some other girl.
Let him get to know the real you, and don't be afraid, because if he doesn't like the real you, then he's not right for you anyway. , Your guy absolutely loves it when you try to hug or cuddle him.
Don't think, 'Well maybe my guy doesn't like it because he's so awkward'.
He's probably a really shy guy.
This gives you a chance to step up and cuddle him.
The only caution needed is to make sure he's comfortable.
If he isn't, then don't do it
- it won't help if he doesn't like it or feels uncomfortable. , Guys will feel smothered if you don't give them enough space.
You don't like being followed around or forced to talk to any person for the whole entire day, and neither does your boyfriend! But remember, each boyfriend is different, so try to get a feel of how close you two would like to be to each other. , Even if you're worried they'll be awkward, remember that they'll keep extremely awkward and uncomfortable situations from happening in the future, so they're definitely worth it. , A relationship is all about communication.
If you won't talk to each other, how will you ever let him know your feelings and thoughts? , Just because he's not looking, it doesn't mean he's not thinking.
Don't expect constant attention; he does have a life outside of your relationship.
If he's a little shy, go and talk to him; chances are he will really like it and might open up to you more. , Let him know it.
Also, if you think something is going on between the two of you, simply talk it out!.
A few words could be a relationship saver.
Even if you're not brave enough to do it in person, text him or chat him online.
Although this isn't ideal, it's best for everything to be said before the relationship ends with a broken heart. , He will thank you later. ,,, It will make your relationship endure longer. , If you say it, and then break up with him, he will most likely feel used , Let him know how you feel and why. ,, Be creative! , Boys could say stuff out of anger that they might regret later. ,, That will make you look bad, and if you want to break up with him, it is better to tell him directly. ,, He may misunderstand. -
Step 3: Be yourself.
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Step 4: Be affectionate.
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Step 5: Give him some space!
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Step 6: Ask him questions about your relationship if you have any.
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Step 7: Talk with him!
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Step 8: If he isn't looking at you constantly or paying attention to you that much
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Step 9: it may mean he's a little shy
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Step 10: or doesn't know what to do if you see him sneaking a peek at you.
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Step 11: Make him feel like he is the most important thing in the world to you (and he probably is
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Step 12: right?).
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Step 13: Say no to any bad decision he makes and let him know you care about him.
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Step 14: Don't let him fight over you
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Step 15: some guys don't like that.
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Step 16: Kiss him when you feel like it (don't ask him for a kiss).
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Step 17: Visit him
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Step 18: meet his parents
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Step 19: and keep him interested in you.
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Step 20: Don't tell him things you don't mean
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Step 21: like 'I love you'
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Step 22: unless you really do!
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Step 23: Express your feelings to him once in a while.
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Step 24: Be honest and respectful
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Step 25: Surprise him with something.
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Step 26: Don't try to make him mad.
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Step 27: Don't make him feel sad or down.
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Step 28: Don't cheat on him!
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Step 29: Don't criticize his friends or family.
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Step 30: Try not to end texts with "I love you" when they're intended for someone other than him and your family.
Detailed Guide
As you might know, girlfriends can be sensitive, but boyfriends are also, so don't be mean to him.
If you find your relationship is mostly the two of you being mean to each other, then you might want to think about if your relationship is working out or not.
Give small compliments, and show a little bit of jealousy, anything that will make him feel good.
Let him win a game you always win at, etc.
Each boyfriend is unique, so you have to think of what would make him happy. , He chose you, not some other girl.
Let him get to know the real you, and don't be afraid, because if he doesn't like the real you, then he's not right for you anyway. , Your guy absolutely loves it when you try to hug or cuddle him.
Don't think, 'Well maybe my guy doesn't like it because he's so awkward'.
He's probably a really shy guy.
This gives you a chance to step up and cuddle him.
The only caution needed is to make sure he's comfortable.
If he isn't, then don't do it
- it won't help if he doesn't like it or feels uncomfortable. , Guys will feel smothered if you don't give them enough space.
You don't like being followed around or forced to talk to any person for the whole entire day, and neither does your boyfriend! But remember, each boyfriend is different, so try to get a feel of how close you two would like to be to each other. , Even if you're worried they'll be awkward, remember that they'll keep extremely awkward and uncomfortable situations from happening in the future, so they're definitely worth it. , A relationship is all about communication.
If you won't talk to each other, how will you ever let him know your feelings and thoughts? , Just because he's not looking, it doesn't mean he's not thinking.
Don't expect constant attention; he does have a life outside of your relationship.
If he's a little shy, go and talk to him; chances are he will really like it and might open up to you more. , Let him know it.
Also, if you think something is going on between the two of you, simply talk it out!.
A few words could be a relationship saver.
Even if you're not brave enough to do it in person, text him or chat him online.
Although this isn't ideal, it's best for everything to be said before the relationship ends with a broken heart. , He will thank you later. ,,, It will make your relationship endure longer. , If you say it, and then break up with him, he will most likely feel used , Let him know how you feel and why. ,, Be creative! , Boys could say stuff out of anger that they might regret later. ,, That will make you look bad, and if you want to break up with him, it is better to tell him directly. ,, He may misunderstand.
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