Friends & School

Dear Dish It, I Can't Keep My Opinions to Myself

I keep getting into arguments with my friends at school because I just can't seem to keep my own opinion to myself....read more
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Internet Friends

Lots of teens think the net is a great way to meet people. If you think you "know" your net buddies, think again. They may be lying their butts' off a...read more
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Dear Dish-It: Back To School Advice

Lots of you have sent Dish-It questions about school. With kids everywhere back in school, it seems like the perfect time to answer some of those mess...read more
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Dear Dish-it: I'm Scared of Middle School

Bubblegum303 asks: "I'm scared for middle school! What should I do to not be afraid?"...read more
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Dear Dish-It: Help Me Find A Grad Gown!

I’m so happy – this year I’m graduating from middle school and it’s a very exciting occasion for me! The graduation isn't going to be formal at all; m...read more
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Dear Dish-It: I'm A Better Writer Than My BFF

I’ve been writing since I was three so now I am in the highest level in English. I have finished two books I have been writing so far, with one still ...read more
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Dear Dish-It, My Friend Really Annoys Me

I have a problem - I have this friend named Alice and I wanna be her friend but she annoys me sooo much!...read more
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Dear Dish-It, I Have a Jealous Friend

I think my best friend is jealous of me. She is my best friend since we were really little because we always lived next door to each other but since w...read more
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Dear Dish-It, She Dissed My Outfit

When I wore this totally cute outfit, my best friend said (and I quote!) "Say goodbye to your dignity"!...read more
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What Is Bullying?

Who are bullies? Look around, they come in all shapes, colors and clothes. Basically, anybody who hurts someone for fun or sport is a bully....read more
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Dear Dish-It, Did I Do the Right Thing?

One of my teachers recently lost her daughter to cancer at a very young age. I sent her a poem - do you think she'll be mad?...read more
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Dear Dish-It, She's Moved onto New Friends

I just started high school and my BFF and I both have new friends. But it seems like I'm invisible to her. Please help!...read more
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Dear Dish-It, My BFF Won't Talk To Me

I have been feeling terribly upset about something that keeps bothering me so much. At school my best friend refuses to talk to me (we are not in the ...read more
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Dear Dish-It, My Friend Calls Me a Poser

My friend is calling me a poser. I told her I didn't like to be labeled and that I wasn't that insignificant. I need some advice....read more
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How to Deal With A Bully - Part II

Think you aren't as tough as a bully - Think again. Bullies are not strong, they are weak. Why else would they pick on people to make themselves feel ...read more
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Dear Dish-It, My BFF Always Likes the Guys I Like

Every time I tell my best friend I like someone, she says she likes him too. I always step back so she could have the guy....read more
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How to Deal With A Bully

Okay, if you want to be a better player at a sport - you practice. Dealing with bullies takes practice too. We've got some skills you can practice to ...read more
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Dear Dish-It, My Friend Is Being Neglected

My friend comes down to our softball practices in no shirt, ripped jeans, and no shoes. Should I buy him some new clothes?...read more
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Dear Dish-It, I Made One Of My Friends Upset

I made one of my friends upset and now she won't talk to me. I asked this guy if he dated one of my friends just to see if the rumor was true and he s...read more
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Dear Dish-It, I'm Struggling With My Social Life

I am struggling with my social life. People I thought were my friends have suddenly taken up a liking of making fun of me....read more
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