It's not about being "popular". It's about being that girl that everyone wants to hang out with. To be the kind of girl every person would love spend time with and have a chat to, there are some basics you can implement to increase your chances of this happening.

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Taking Care of Yourself

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    Think about your appearance. How do you come across to people? If the signal you're sending out is messy and unkempt, it's time to sharpen up a little. Follow a basic and sensible hygiene regime to keep your hair tidy, teeth brushed and face in good condition. Take good care of yourself.
    • Try a body mist for a nice fragrant touch.
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    Decide whether or not you wish to wear makeup. If you don't want to, that's fine. If you do choose to wear makeup, don't wear a lot. Instead, go for this simple look that is nice and wholesome to behold. The simple look involves:
    • Apply brown mascara to your top lashes.
    • Apply concealer to any blemishes or red spots and blend well.
    • Apply a thin line of liquid eyeliner along the edge of your eyelids. Go for a light, peach blush and blend in a little on your cheekbones.
    • Do a top colored eyeshadow on your eyelids. You don't need to go any bolder.
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    Wear nice and neat clothing. Don't copy other peoples' styles, and don't wear what the other people are wearing. Instead, focus on what you feel comfortable and look good in, all at once. You own unique style is what matters the most.
    • Don't be afraid to wear fun clothes.
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Being a Friendly, Happy and Interesting girl

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    Smile with feeling often and aim to be pleasant.[1] People will like to be around you if you're smiling and appear to have a positive attitude. Spread positive vibes. Everyone wants to hang around a girl with a positive attitude, even the guys.
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    Be friendly to every person. This includes people you're not that keen to spend time around––you can still be civil toward them. Respect everyone's dignity. This proves to people that you don't judge them or consider them to be beneath you.
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    Be nice. There is a difference in not being mean and being nice. If you are not being mean, then you aren't saying anything that hurts someones feelings. If you are being nice, then you are not only not hurting their feelings, but you are also complimenting them.
    • People don't like the mean girls. They wish they would stop and might even be scared. Don't be that girl.
    • Be nice to everyone. Sometimes people think that being nice means only to certain people. To be nice, you need to be nice to everyone, not just the popular people.
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    Be sociable. Go out there, have fun, meet new people and be happy. Just try not to be too clingy or attached to your friends, and go out every single weekend. Also, try not to stick to one group; make friends from various groups.
    • Have parties of your own and invite everyone you know.
    • Hang out with kids in other grades. This means people in younger and older grades.
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    Be easy to talk to. Talk to everyone. Be friendly and easy to approach.
    • Do your best to listen actively to what the other person is saying![2] Show you're truly listening through your body language.[3]
    • Ask follow-up questions to show you're listening and interested in what the other has to say.[4]
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    Compliment often and sincerely.[5] Tell people how good they look in something or how nice they look today. That will make them that much happier!
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    Be mature. If you feel hyper, calm yourself by doing something relaxing. If you make it a habit, it will come naturally.
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    Do well in school. Try to balance grades and parties as best as you can. Even though nobody's perfect, try to find that right balance. Don't be that girl who's out partying on a night before a quiz. Be prepared for class, and give your grades effort. Everyone loves a smart and witty girl.
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    Play sports. Exercise every day, whether it's running on the treadmill or softball practice. You always have to be fit and healthy, and guys will find that attractive.
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Community Q&A

  • Question
    Why did my best friends leave me for a hot new girl?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    If they're that quick to leave you, they were never good friends in the first place. Try to find new friends and avoid these people. Being friendly, nice, and helpful is always the best way to make lots of quality friends.
  • Question
    How do I make a guy like me?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    You can't *make* a guy like you. You can be someone who is likable, then other likable people will talk to you.
  • Question
    How can I be friendly with everyone?
    Community Answer
    Community Answer
    Just be nice and be who you are. Approach life with a smile and a huge heart. Never settle for anything pessimistic, and cheer people up when needed.
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Warnings

  • Don't be so goofy to the point where it comes out as annoying and strange.
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  • Don't insult anyone.
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  • Don't be in a clique. People in cliques often gossip and gossiping makes people sad. That is being mean. Also if you are in a clique, you won't meet new people. If you meet new people, that means more people will admire you.
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Updated: July 23, 2022
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