If you dated in high school, you probably know that young love goes beyond just hanging out with the person you fancy. Your friends probably have an opinion, and your parents probably disapprove. Young love is exciting, but it comes with its set of challenges. Here’s how you navigate the stress and ensure your high school love affair lasts.
Learn to compromise
Compromise isn't a word you may want to hear, especially when you're young and want to have your way most of the time. It doesn't come easy but is a quality that will help you emerge unscathed. Not finding middle ground leads to fights and arguments, and at such a young age, too many of those ultimately lead to breakups.
Pick your battles
Not everything that happens should frustrate you. In every situation, stop and consider whether it's worth getting angry over. Think before you act. If you don't, you will consistently find yourself spending time and energy on matters that you should let go of.
Keep the relationship off social media
It's not easy given the myriad of social media platforms available and the irresistible urge among youth to always show themselves in good light to their peers. Posting a picture now and then is okay, but airing your relationship issues on social media is not.
Avoid negative talk
Avoid speaking negatively about your date to other people, including your friends. Of course, there are times you will need to release some steam but keep the negativity low. Talking badly about your boy/girlfriend to people who don't like him/her will provide them with ammunition to paint a bad image.
Sarah Eller Wake County is a high school teacher out of Wake County, NC, who knows a few things about high school dating. She married her high school love and together have enjoyed a great relationship.
Learn to compromise
Compromise isn't a word you may want to hear, especially when you're young and want to have your way most of the time. It doesn't come easy but is a quality that will help you emerge unscathed. Not finding middle ground leads to fights and arguments, and at such a young age, too many of those ultimately lead to breakups.
Pick your battles
Not everything that happens should frustrate you. In every situation, stop and consider whether it's worth getting angry over. Think before you act. If you don't, you will consistently find yourself spending time and energy on matters that you should let go of.
Keep the relationship off social media
It's not easy given the myriad of social media platforms available and the irresistible urge among youth to always show themselves in good light to their peers. Posting a picture now and then is okay, but airing your relationship issues on social media is not.
Avoid negative talk
Avoid speaking negatively about your date to other people, including your friends. Of course, there are times you will need to release some steam but keep the negativity low. Talking badly about your boy/girlfriend to people who don't like him/her will provide them with ammunition to paint a bad image.
Sarah Eller Wake County is a high school teacher out of Wake County, NC, who knows a few things about high school dating. She married her high school love and together have enjoyed a great relationship.