Miss. Trouble Shooter

Relationship troubles?

Growing up pangs?

By Our Special Correspondent

Need advice? Miss. Trouble Shooter is here to answer your issues. Every month The Girl will answer questions that have been torturing you. If you have a question, fire that in at and the girl will give you the coolest advice! Mail your questions to srivikasitha@gmail.com.

1. I am a girl of 22 and I am already working along with pursuing my studies. I feel I don’t have any true friends, that somewhere my professional life is running my personal life. What should I do?

Dear Miss Responsible,

Everyone has to grow up, one day or another. I believe you are showing maturity and sensibility by concentrating on your career and shouldering the responsibility of study and work together. But I also believe that spending quality time with friends is very essential. Remember, all work and no play will make you a dull girl! Set aside some time for friends and give them your exclusive attention. Balance is your word! I am sure your friends will be more than understanding and admire your dedication.

2. I am a guy in my last year of college and still don’t have a girlfriend. I am an average student. I am really skinny and I have pimples on my face. What can I do to make girls like me?

Dear Mr. Wannabe Romeo,

Self-confidence is a very attractive trait in the opposite sex. Remember, more than your looks, it’s the attitude with which you carry yourself that matters. Of course looking presentable is equally vital. Better eating habits and a visit to the gym may do a lot for your skin and body. Drinking lots of water helps too! If you need some assurance, take your sister or a friend along with you the next time you go shopping. Respect yourself, learn better self-grooming, be respectful and friendly to the opposite sex, and you are good to go! The perfect girl might just be around the corner!

3. I studied in an all girls school and now currently studying in a co-educational college. I have made many guy friends and in fact I am closer to the guys than the girls. But I don’t have a boyfriend. Does this mean guys find the intimidating?

Dear Miss Confused,

It’s admirable that you have adjusted well in a co-educational environment after an all girls schooling. But having friends only of the opposite sex implies an unhealthy balance. Why not try and be friends with the girls too? After all, a girl always needs her girl friends to talk makeup and boys! Maybe hanging out with boys all the time has made the guys treat you like “one of them”. A gentle reminder won’t go amiss! If you think you come across as intimidating, it’s time to take a step back and be your girly self! Plus there is no harm in approaching a guy you like. Take control! It’s your game!