Advice Column

Welcome to the Lakeside Leo Advice Column! Feel free to email me at maiaf27@lakesideschool.org or look for our monthly survey in the Daily if you have any questions or need advice.

Dear Leo,

I have an ex-friend who doesn't want to be friends with me anymore, but I don't know how to get over them because they were a really good friend to me. What should I do?

Anonymous 

Dear Anonymous, 

That sounds like a really difficult situation! I’m so sorry you’re going through that. Friendships are always super complicated–especially when you still like the person after the relationship has ended. First of all, why did your friend end the relationship? Would having another conversation help rebuild it? Secondly, ask yourself if the relationship was hurting you or your friend in any way. Toxic relationships will do more damage than good in the long run. Finally, take care of yourself! Don’t hesitate to find things that make you happy–relaxing, then coming back later will help you and your well-being more than stressing about the situation will. I hope things improve! 

Love, 

Leo

Dear Leo, 

Is banana pronounced ba-na-NA, or Ba-nay-nay? 

Sincerely,

Minionette

Dear Minionette, 

While both of those are acceptable pronunciations, I’m sorry to inform you that the correct version is actually ba-nay-SLAY.  Thank you for your question! 

Love, 

Leo 

Dear Leo,

How do I cope with the stress of wondering what I scored on a test after I turned it in?

Thank you!

Mahima K.  

Mahima!!! 

I know it’s SO tempting to obsess about a test. I’ve definitely done it more than I should–but it’s not healthy or beneficial for your mental health! Even though it’s hard, accepting your efforts and hard work is the best way to cope with this. You’ve done the best you can–and you should celebrate! Worrying about it before you’ve even gotten the grade will only hurt you. If you’ve tried your hardest, no matter the result, you should be happy! 

Love, 

Leo 

Dear Leo,

If you've been wanting to hang up a painting in your bedroom but have been putting it off for 3 months, how do you get it done? 

Signed, 

Miss At A. Loss

Dear Miss At A. Loss, 

Try bribing your friends to do it. Alternatively, you could take 10 minutes and do it on your own- you got this! 

Love, 

Leo