DiscoveryDigest AdviceColumn

WithHayleeKohler&IvanFrazee

MybestfriendandIcan’tstopfighting. Idon’tknowwhy,butwekeepgettingon eachother’snerves.Idon’twanttofight, butIdon’tknowhowtomakeitbetter. Relationships ebb and flow, you may be at a negative point now, but if you stay positive and communicate you will be able to get through it. Communication is key, if you haven’t talked to your best friend about how you’ve been feeling, you should! It’s the one of the most important things within any relationship.

I’m sure they’re just proud of their accomplishments and they feel comfortable sharing them with you. Maybe you can talk to them about how you’re doing in school, they could give you some advice, or some support on your current situation.

Mygrandparentsliketoinsult mewhenIwearrippedjeans. Advice?

Personally, I have experienced this a lot. My way of getting around it is simply just ignoring their comments. Family can be critical, but don’t let it affect the way you dress. Simply blocking out the insults regarding your clothes will help you in the long run. It will hurt, but they’re just looking for a reaction from you. If you don’t give them one then they'll just give up.