Dear Tyler,

Well, there is this boy that always takes my stuff or tries to touch me but like not in a weird way like playing around with me, and the other day some people he hangs out with asked about it he like takes my stuff and they said they think it’s his way of flirting but he is literally talking to one of my closest friends. I don’t like him like that and hope it is just nothing but I am not sure if it is. How do I start a conversation with someone who you don’t talk to at all and they’re in a different grade level, but I have on social media?  FRUSTRATED – GUILTY

Dear Frustrated and Guilty,

I’m so glad that you sent this in! I feel your situation. I know that it might be a bit uncomfy and or a bit weird, but I think it would be the best decision to try to sit with them and express your feelings! Since the both of you only talk on social media, I would try to make an attempt to have a private conversation with them! I know that it might be a bit awkward, but just try to let them know how you feel! I would try to bring up why they are acting this way! If you don’t really like physical touch or the other person messing with your stuff, SET BOUNDARIES! Just tell them what they have been doing that makes you uncomfortable and ask if they could stop! All I could say is to just talk to them. If you talk to them they might open up to you more! If you would like to talk to me in person just ask! I am always here! ~ Love Tyler 🙂