Ask+Alice

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Dear Alice: I just recently moved to a new town, and I am attending a brand new school. Back at my old school, I had a great group of friends, but that has all changed for me. I feel that when I am trying to make friends at my new school that I am being an imposture, and I don't belong. I really wish that I could find a better way to make new friends and get to know people. Please help!

Yours Truly, New Girl

Hey there, New Girl! I know how you feel. No, I have never moved to a new school, but I have been the new girl many times in jobs, organizations, and clubs. We all have that feeling that we don't belong, or we're intruding, but most of the time that's all it is, a feeling. Show people who you really are! The people who care about you are the people who matter and the people who don't care don't matter. The best way to meet new people in school is to join a sports team, and if sports aren’t for you, join a club. This will make it a lot easier to get to know people because it will be a smaller group and less intimidating. Good luck at your new school. Just remember to always be yourself!

Sincerely, Alice