Hello Sailors, it’s Susie here! I answer some of your questions every issue, so if you ever need any advice, look out for my email and ask away. Remember, your questions are completely anonymous! Without further ado, below are some of your pressing concerns:

Question #1 – How do I ask my guy FRIEND to prom?

 Thank you for asking this question! I know plenty of girls are wondering the same thing. Before I begin my answer, let us reword the question to what I think you’re actually trying to ask: How do I ask my guy friend to prom without it being awkward? Let’s face it, asking somebody to prom is, in all honesty, asking someone on a date! Sure, the event and our culture make it more socially acceptable, but it still takes guts to ask somebody! You definitely don’t want to communicate the wrong message and create awkward tension! So, first you need to analyze your friendship with this guy: does he have feelings for you, or you for him? If he has feelings for you and you definitely want to take him to prom, you must be straightforward in order to avoid any assumption on his part. Tell him you’d like to attend prom with him as friends, simple as that! However, if you like your friend, you can ask him in a unique way so he’d feel special, just as he is to you. In the event that neither of you have romantic feelings for each other, I recommend asking him in a fun, jokey manner (but of course, don’t let him believe your low-key “promposal” is just a joke). Don’t act super serious, just be your normal chill or goofy self; otherwise you may risk some awkwardness in what is simply a friendship. In any case, have fun with your promposal and “act natural!”

 Question #2 – How do I succeed in junior year?

As I’m sure you know, junior year is typically referred to as the most important year of one’s high school career. Thus, I’m happy to see your concern over this year. That said, do not freak out! Of course, take courses that challenge you, but don’t set yourself up for failure. If you know a subject isn’t your strong suit, then consider taking an easier class in that subject, and a harder class in one you’re more comfortable with. Even if you have never taken an AP course, enroll in some this year! This is the year where you show off your academic ability and further your passions. Join clubs you haven’t already joined and remain in those you love. Also, make sure to study for your SAT and ACT exams! I admit, there’s a LOT going on in junior year, but you WILL make it! You’re surrounded by those who are going through the same journey and who are there to support you! Make sure to remain calm and to not stress yourself out!

Question #3 – Is it better to take an anti-social guy friend, to bring a guy you potentially like, or to go stag to Prom?

Great question! Let’s go over these three options… If you take an anti-social guy friend to prom, you may feel very responsible for entertaining him since he most likely doesn’t know any of your friends (because he’s anti-social). However, since he’s your friend, this shouldn’t be too hard! You’ll have to consider whether you’d be okay with spending more time with this anti-social friend than with your school friends though. Your next option is taking a guy you may have feelings for. My question to you is… well do you? If you do, by all means take him! This is the perfect opportunity to stun him in your gorgeous dress, dazzling hair, and flawless makeup! Plus, you can spend the whole night together, take super cute photos, which you can admire for days, and he can meet your friends! Lastly, you give the option of “going stag.” You can relax and just enjoy each other’s company, without the stress of having to entertain or impress a date. I hope this overview of your three choices helped with your dilemma. Despite which option you end up choosing, I’m sure you’ll make the best out of prom!

Best of luck,

Susie the Sailor