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Who do I know what kind of friends to keep and to stay away? Mr. Bobcat: Hello, and thank you for the submission! Good friends and bad friends aren’t always that easy to tell apart at first. Here are a few options to help you make a decision, and that’s that good friends will always be there to support you and back you up. Bad friends can still be nice, but they make you doubt yourself and your decisions. Good friends will show up when times get especially tough, and bad friends will leave you when you need them most. Good friends will help you be your best self, while bad friends will try to change you and who you are trying to become. You can always count on a good friend when something goes wrong. Making friends can be difficult for some people, but putting just enough of yourself out there can attract people who appreciate you. Try joining a club or sport that you have an interest in, because people with similar interests will be there too. Try to push yourself a little outside your comfort zone while not changing yourself! I wish you luck on your friend journey!
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How do handle the fact that I really don't like my brother's girlfriend? And that someone hates me, and I did nothing to them, and they are in my fourth hour??????? Mr. Bobcat: Thank you for submitting this question! It depends on why you dislike her. An important thing is communication. You could explain to your brother any issues you have with his girlfriend and any concerns you have for him. Be kind about the problem; you probably shouldn’t just walk up and say, “I hate your girlfriend!” Instead, be supportive of his choices of who he dates and likes. For your second problem, you could address the reasons why you think this person dislikes you. There are a couple of things you could do in this situation. First, you could talk to them about it; asking before assuming is important. Second, if you think it would be an all-out brawl, talk to a counselor about your problems. What's your question?
I know a couple people who get on my nerves. I prefer quiet, and often being alone. The people in mind tend to track me down and talk at me when I want them to leave me alone. I say talk at because talking to requires allowing me to respond. Which they don't. What I've done so far is make it clear that I'm not invested in the conversation by not looking at them and giving short, boring answers the few times they stop to breathe, but I also don't want to burn any bridges. I feel like I should be nicer, but I am so tired of them. Any tips on how to politely tell people to buzz off? Mr. Bobcat: Dear Antisocial, This is a very good question! There are a few ways to go about this. It depends on how blunt you want to be. You could tell them exactly how you feel while not being rude, like saying, “I just want to be alone, you’re not respecting my boundaries, and I would appreciate it if you let me be.” If you don’t want to burn bridges, you could tell them you're doing something and to meet up with you later or the next day. I hope this works and your bridges don’t burn! Good luck! *NOTE: Mr. Bobcat decided to combine these two questions*
What’s your question? How do I become more swaggy? How do I act more confident? Mr. Bobcat: Hi! These are great questions. Swag is a pretty loose term, but it is almost always associated with confidence! Confidence in how you dress, how you act around others, and even how you work on things. School can feel like a bland place sometimes, and can create pressure to act, talk, and dress the same as others. That is a waste of your opportunity for self-expression. Maybe you “fit in” or, maybe you “don’t”, none of which matters in the long run. You are happiest when you are yourself. Good luck! Your friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
How can I stay caught up in school work towards the end of the year? Mr. Bobcat Well, first, thanks for a good question that most students have towards the end of the school year, and it's pretty simple. Just try to stay caught up on the assignments that are due that day, and then work whatever you have left during the weekend or whatever free time you have left during other classes. Another recommendation is, if you are falling behind this year,get study hall class for next year. This is another reason why we have teachers to help you with whatever you're struggling with, and don’t forget you can ask for help any time while you're at school. Don’t be afraid to ask questions! “If you try to do your best, there is no failure.”- Mike Farrel Your Friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
How do I get better at soccer? Mr. Bobcat Hi! This is a very important question for any sport. The best thing you can do is confidently practice! There is never going to be a perfectly ideal time to train. Set a goal and get to work! Consistent short practices can be more beneficial than long sporadic ones. My next piece of advice is to use the resources you have available. Whether that's experienced parents and coaches, friends, or online. THE INTERNET IS A GREAT SOURCE! We live in a time where almost anything can be learned via Youtube video, etc. I wish you the best of luck, and remember you don’t need fancy equipment, or the newest cleats, or a professional coach to be an athlete. "Adversity causes some men to break; others to break records." — William Arthur Ward Your Friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
Theres kids in my class that are really annoying how do i deal with them. They think the world revolves around them and they answer every question like they now so much more then everyone else they also say that the teacher is wrong about stuff and that they are all ways right. Mr. Bobcat I get it. Jr high students can really get on your nerves. Some people are still learning what it means to respect others, and that can be really frustrating. But that doesn’t mean that we should judge them. They could be going through a really hard time, although that still doesn’t make it right for them to act like that. We just need to try to be patient with them. You got this! “Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy.” -Saadi Your Friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
what should I get my huzz for his birthday Mr. Bobcat Don’t worry too much about whether he will like it or not, and you don’t need to make it too personal. Just the idea that you were thinking about his birthday is good. If you are really stressing out about it, everyone loves gift cards so you can’t go wrong with that. “Every gift which is given, even though it be small, is in reality great, if it is given with affection.”-Pindar Your Friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
Why is it snowing towards the end of April? Mr. Bobcat Hey! This is a great question! WELCOME TO REXBURG! We are finally in spring, and summer is just on the horizon, but the snow and chilly weather can make Rexburg feel like a winter wonderland. Seasonal sadness and depression are real things, and Rexburg's wildly irregular weather patterns can make us feel stuck in place. But my advice would be to take advantage of all the time we have, regardless of the weather. You've got this! #YOLO “It isn't true that you live only once. You only die once. You live lots of times, if you know how," -Bobby Darin. Your Friend, Mr. Bobcat What's your question?
Why are assemblies so rigged? Mr. Bobcat Hi! Thank you for reaching out, this is actually a common question. The somewhat highstake activities and games in our school’s assemblies create a competitive spirit that can inspire questions like this. But in retrospect, the students that plan our assemblies, dedicate weeks ahead of time to ensure a positive experience, and change things that may have seemed rigged in the past. For example, the open seating change was done to ensure that the older grades didn't always have an advantage. But overall it is impossible to make everybody happy, and to make everything fair, the student council tries their very best to please as much of the student body as they can. So enjoy the break from classes, whether that’s while your participating in the games, or watching your teachers make a fool of themselves. "Enjoy the little things in life because one day you'll look back and realize they were the big things." — Kurt Vonnegut Your friend, Mr. Bobcat |
