Create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you both know that you can be honest with each other without being laughed or yelled at. Discuss and fix problems in your relationship before they become too big to solve. You can say something like, “You know how to make me laugh, even when I’m in a bad mood. I really love that quality about you, Ashley. ” Alternatively, if you have an issue, say something such as, “Jacqueline, I feel upset when you ignore my text messages. It makes me wonder if I’ve done something wrong. Have I?”

Say something like, “I’m sorry that you’re dealing with Becca’s drama. It sounds like you’re in a tough spot. But that’s one of the really great things about you: you are such a loyal friend and will stick by her no matter what. ”

“What do you want your future to be like?” “Why do you avoid your sister’s calls?” “How does it feel to be the soccer captain?”

For instance, plan a date for just the two of you, rather than your usual group of friends. If you’re living together, you can go to bed half an hour early so that you two have time to talk and be intimate.

Don’t tell your girl you’re an amazing cook. Instead, surprise her with a home-cooked meal that will have her praising your skills in the kitchen. You can even bring the meal to her for lunch if you aren’t able to have the house to yourself.

For example, try taking one of your interests and making it into a serious hobby. If you love comic books, try creating your own.

For example, if you talk behind your best friend’s back, she may assume you’ll do the same to her when she’s not around. Be polite to strangers. Hold the door open for the people behind you, for instance.

Fill her physical needs by showing affection and ensuring she receives pleasure when you are intimate. Fill her emotional needs by listening to her, being supportive, and talking to her about stimulating and interesting things.

For example, come up with a really special way to ask her to prom. Consider her likes and interests and incorporate them into your plan. If she loves jelly beans, spell out “Prom?” in jelly beans in her room (after getting her parent’s permission).

You could decide that you’ll hang out four nights a week and spend the other three with your own friends or family.

Take her to an amusement park and ride all the roller coasters together, for instance. For example, traveling and outdoor activities are always an easy way to experiment with being more adventurous. Try going for a hike in the mountains in the next state over. Road trip!

For example, if she really loves fashion, help her start a blog or vlog where she can give advice to others. You can take pictures of her and help her figure out how to start and design a website.

Getting in shape or trying a new sport Improving your grades and raising your GPA

Watch online educational videos, like TEDTalks or Crash Course on YouTube Take free online courses with sites like Coursera, or sign up for a class at your local community college.

Take her on imaginative dates. Try something unusual every now and again, like geocaching or volunteering in your community. Get her a simple gift (flowers, a teddy bear, etc. ) and surprise her with it at work or school.