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About Northstar
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Expertise
I can answer questions about dating, sex, abuse, conflict with teachers, conflict with parents (or siblings), applying to colleges, time management, playing sports, and anything else you can think of to throw my way. I have been involved with sports all my life, and I played for a Division 1 college so I know a lot about time management and how difficult it can be to juggle being social and hitting the books. I have had many different kinds of romantic relationships and have dealt with abuse first hand. I have two siblings so I know how rocky things can get sometimes. My parents were very strict while I was growing up, and I understand how suffocating that can feel. I graduated from college in May with a B.A. in History and I know how stressful and intimidating college life can seem. I have valuable life experiences that will allow me to help people with a wide array of problems. Although it's been four years since I was in high school, I have not forgotten what it is like to be a shy freshman walking down unfamiliar halls, wondering if I'll like my classes or make any friends. I also have experience with long distance relationships, and grieving with the loss of a loved one. I am very patient and thoughtful and I will do everything within in my power to provide useful answers and meaningful pieces of advice.

Experience
I have coached high school aged women in both basketball and volleyball, and as a result I got to know all of them personally and helped them navigate their problems. I have dealt first hand with everything from relationship abuse to severe fatigue as a result of over exerting myself. I understand the demands of a busy life, and also the social pressures that teenagers deal with today. Furthermore, I have experience with underage drinking and I know how difficult it is to stand up for what you believe in when all your friends are pushing you to do something you rather not.

Education/Credentials
B.A. in History, I have also mentored many high school aged women in athletic camps.

   

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dating11/21/2009Dan
  Q: i like a freshman guy. i've been told by different friends that he likes me. i believe its true ...
  A: Hey Ugh, wow, that's a tough one. I guess the first thing you should do is tell your senior friend ...
new school 211/17/2009Jeanette A
  Q: hey. i didnt finish my question. not quite. u see, like i said, i am getting into groups i dont find ...
  A: Georgette, Time sometimes answers your questions, and you probably wont always have friends in ...
new school11/17/2009Jeanette A
  Q: hey! i moved into a new school and as i expected, there are a lot of cliques. its very awkward ...
  A: Hey Georgette, BE YOURSELF. Thats really the only advice that fits. Why the hell try being someone ...
What should I do?11/15/2009Jeanette A
  Q: Now there is this girl and she is a friend of my little brother's. Now I have known her for like 2 ...
  A: Hey Kurt, That is definitely a tough situation. Does your brother still have feelings for her? ...
What should I do?11/15/2009Dan
  Q: Now there is this girl and she is a friend of my little brother's. Now I have known her for like 2 ...
  A: Hey, Well, first off, don't let that "she only likes bad guys" thing be an issue. 'Cause it's not. ...
What should I do?11/15/2009Alana
  Q: Now there is this girl and she is a friend of my little brother's. Now I have known her for like 2 ...
  A: Hey there Kurt! Sorry for the late reply~ My advice is simply this. Your brother should want the ...
What should I do?11/15/2009Edward
  Q: Now there is this girl and she is a friend of my little brother's. Now I have known her for like 2 ...
  A: now lets see what I can do. Ah yes, rejection. We all fear it don't we? You say she likes bad boys ...
HELP?!?11/14/2009Dan
  Q: heyy ok so i have had this thing with boy 1 (no names) who is an alcholoic and a player. we were ...
  A: Heya Ah, that's a tough one and something I can't really help with I'm afraid. I'll give you my ...
To be liked?11/13/2009Dan
  Q: I am a freshman boy in high school. All of my friends get invited to upperclassmen parties, and I'm ...
  A: Haha, well I've always found the best way to hang out with people not your age (and you start to as ...
backstabbing friend11/12/2009Edward
  Q: This girl that im into with keeps saying shes filing charges on me for harrasment and i havent ...
  A: Wow. I have to say Alex this is quite a serious matter. Now for the help. Normally I advocate ...
Confidence and Relationships11/11/2009Edward
  Q: To start things off let me give a brief description of who I am. I am 18 years old and a senior in ...
  A: Ah that's the million dollar question how do you go about meeting girls? It's good that you don't ...
this guy that i really like is confusing me11/10/2009Dan
  Q: i cant completely tell if this guy likes me. my gut tells me that he does, but then he does ...
  A: Haha, I think I know exactly what's going on: but this is just a hunch so don't hold me to it. I'm ...
guy troubles11/10/2009Jeanette A
  Q: Ok, where do I begin? I have liked this guy for a couple of months now and I'm really falling for ...
  A: Hey Millie, This is common and usual for teens. You will in some point in your life feel this way ...
confusion with boys!11/10/2009Northstar
  Q: heyy ok so i have had this thing with boy 1 (no names) who is an alcholoic and a player. we were ...
  A: Forget about both of them. Guy one may light your fire, but you're just asking for trouble if you ...
Confidence and Relationships11/8/2009Edward
  Q: To start things off let me give a brief description of who I am. I am 18 years old and a senior in ...
  A: now let's see if I can help. In terms of your relationship problems (or lack thereof) I'm reminded ...
School events11/8/2009Alana
  Q: what school events students love the most? We need it for our research, I'll be glad if you could ...
  A: Charis, I found this in the Question Pool, so I'll give it a shot... Top school events involve: 1. ...
girlfriend and my friends11/8/2009Alana
  Q: im 15 years old, and a boy. ive been wanting to ask out a girl recently, but ive always wondered how ...
  A: Hey Charlie, My advice is to ask her to hang out with you and your friends, and tell her to invite ...
This guy11/4/2009Dan
  Q: Ok so this guy in my english class, i like him a lot. But my problem is that i kind obsess over ...
  A: Heya, Well, first things first, you've got to make absolutely SURE that he doesn't think you're ...
Social Boycott11/1/2009Jeanette A
  Q: I need to know something that's nagging me... Suppose you had a gargantuan argument with someone, a ...
  A: Hey Pixie, Yikes my bad. I didn't realise that it was you in this situation. My goodness! I suggest ...
Social Boycott11/1/2009Jeanette A
  Q: I need to know something that's nagging me... Suppose you had a gargantuan argument with someone, a ...
  A: My advice is NO. This advice could/could not be irrelevant depending on whether or not you are ...
confused.10/31/2009Jeanette A
  Q: So there is this junior at my school, he is really good looking and athletic and amazing but I've ...
  A: Considering I am probably late given the time differences...I will do my best to give some advice. ...
JROTC10/29/2009Northstar
  Q: I'm at a loss here with JROTC. See my best friend is in it and I don't want to leave him but ...
  A: You are clearly unhappy, so you should leave. I know you don't want to leave your best friend, but ...
starting a team10/27/2009Northstar
  Q: I am a jr at Francis Lewis HS and I want to start a football team for the school but the principal ...
  A: Get involved with the student council at your school, ask them to bring this issue up. A lot goes ...
dad10/23/2009Alana
  Q: What should I do when my dad talks about my body with me? I am 17 years old and he is very in to ...
  A: Hey there! First off, this is NOT OKAY. Nothing in this situation is alright. NOTHING. Your dad ...
I like this guy but he's confusing me...10/18/2009Northstar
  Q: So I'm a junior in highschool and I haven't had a real boyfriend yet or been in a relationship or ...
  A: The first thing you need to learn is how to NOT over analyze everything. There could be many reasons ...
superiority problem10/17/2009Dan
  Q: I believe I may be developing a superiority complex see I get picked on a lot and I'm nice but I'm ...
  A: Ah man don't worry about it so much. So what if you do get a little arrogant? It's better than ...
please help10/14/2009Alana
  Q: hey im david. im a sophmore in high school and i have a major crush on this girl in my school and i ...
  A: Hey David! Well, Shanna has given no hints that she likes you. However, you can change that. Her ...
please help. crush10/14/2009Allison
  Q: hey im david. im a sophmore in high school and i have a major crush on this girl in my school and i ...
  A: David, First I would say, talk to her more, become friends. The fact that her little sister is a ...
please help. crush10/14/2009Northstar
  Q: hey im david. im a sophmore in high school and i have a major crush on this girl in my school and i ...
  A: You work out, and as a result you know that there's no 'easy' way to build muscle and get in shape. ...
troubles with girls10/13/2009Northstar
  Q: I'm a sophomore in high school now and im feeling down half the time because girls in my school seem ...
  A: You have to focus on something OTHER than the fact that you are lonely. Go out with friends, join ...
Teacher's Pet10/10/2009Northstar
  Q: I read that you can answer questions on conflict with teachers, well, this isn't so much conflict ...
  A: First of all, you CANNOT blame yourself for this. Your teacher was in a position of power, he has ...
Teacher's Pet10/10/2009Northstar
  Q: I read that you can answer questions on conflict with teachers, well, this isn't so much conflict ...
  A: Answering your question is no problem at all, and I'll do the best I can to assist you. I can assure ...
how to get a guy in highschool to like you10/9/2009Northstar
  Q: well theres this guy that i like, I've liked him for a while now and i cant seem to get him to ...
  A: Stop playing mind games with yourself and trying to figure out how he 'really' feels. There's a very ...
Stressd over college10/9/2009Northstar
  Q: Im 17 years old, a senior and im freakd over applying to college. I know i just startd my last year ...
  A: Concern is always healthy, freaking out... not so much. The key is to stay calm, and be organized. ...
about missing credits and being a senior10/8/2009Northstar
  Q: hey well i bee having issues in my credits im a senior in my highschool and im missing credits how ...
  A: If you are missing credits and you are a senior- you need to go talk with your school councillor ...
Weird teacher10/6/2009Northstar
  Q: Ok I have this teacher who is usually pretty nice but sort of a cry baby the second things go wrong ...
  A: You have to ask yourself which is more important to you: what your peers think, or your grade in the ...
High School life in the U.S.10/5/2009Dan
  Q: I'm Thai and I live in Thailand. I am 15 and studying in an international school in Thailand(grade ...
  A: Hey buddy, Seriously, I know how cliche it sounds, but just be yourself. All those weird high ...
Stress10/4/2009Northstar
  Q: I'm a 14 year old sophmore guy. something I can't get handle on is how to deal with the stress and ...
  A: Working out is a great way to relieve stress. You can let out anger and frustration in a safe and ...
Always depressed in school10/4/2009Allison
  Q: I been to C.E. Jordan high school for 9th and 10th grade. I had a lot of fun and made many friends. ...
  A: Anna, I would say try to make the best of what you have. Try to do better in school, apply ...
i feel so dumb...9/29/2009Northstar
  Q: I'm so depressed because for the first time ever, i got an F in one of my classes. My parents are ...
  A: The best way to handle this situation is to be astute and proactive. How do you do this? Well first ...

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