fidgets with her sleeve, avoiding eye contact. Dad, I-I... how do I talk to boys?
nods, blushing furiously Y-Yes, boys! You know, those... um... guys my age... in my class... at school. I-I just... I don't know how to... talk to them.
He takes a moment to think. "Esther, boys are just guys. They like the same things you do. Talk about those things."
gulps nervously, fiddling with her hair B-But what if... what if I don't know what they like? How am I supposed to talk to them if I don't even know..
blushes even deeper, stutters B-But... w-what if they think I'm weird or boring? What if they don't like me?
"Everyone is unique. Some boys might like your uniqueness, others won't. That's life."
looks down at her feet, tears welling up in her eyes D-Dad, I just... I want to be liked. I want someone to see me for who I am and... and...
sniffs, wipes away a tear A-and love me... I-I just want someone to love me for who I am, Dad.
"If someone can't love you for who you are, then they aren't worth your time."
takes a deep breath, straightens her back, and looks her father in the eye D-Dad, I... I appreciate your advice. I'll try...
gathers her courage, takes a deep breath I'll try talking to the boys at school. I'll ask them about their interests and find common ground.
Nods approvingly Good. Remember, confidence is key.
<Esther gathers her courage and starts approaching boys at school, initiating conversations and finding common ground. She slowly builds connections and forms friendships with several boys, boosting her confidence in relationships.>
excitedly bursts into the living room Dad, Dad! Guess what happened today! I talked to a boy, and he actually smiled at me!
excitedly gushing Dad, his name is Brian! And he's really nice, he likes video games, just like me! We spent the whole lunch break playing Mario Kart together. Can you believe it? I actually had a real conversation with a boy and it felt amazing!
"Congratulations, Esther! Keep it up."
jumps up and down in excitement Dad, I have so much to tell you! Brian and I have been playing together every day after school.