How can I deal with negative self-talk?

Maybe point to his backpack and casually say, "I love that band!" and tell him why. Just start simply.

Try to remember what you felt like as a teenager and put yourself in the teenager's shoes. Speak with them as equals and see if it helps!

Begin by saying "hi" or by greeting them in a polite manner, then ask them questions that reveal more things about them. This will make them open up to you....

You can start off by smiling and saying hello, then by introducing yourself to anyone you don't know ("Hi, I'm [insert your name]; it's nice to meet you). You can...

It can help to look at and recognize the positive aspects of your life and what you really love about yourself.

The first step is to acknowledge those thoughts so you can investigate where they come from. Try writing down negative thoughts when you have them so you can notice any...

Try distracting yourself with a fun, enjoyable activity. Make sure that you're focusing on the activity itself, and not on any negative thoughts in your head.

Be calm and chill around him and divert your attention to somewhere else - hobbies, schooling, etc. Give him a little space and if he still doesn't like you, then...

Try to develop a kindness for yourself. Practice talking to yourself kindly and not being so self-critical. With practice, you'll naturally start to think less negatively about yourself.

The very first step is being aware of those feelings. As humans, we're probably always going to have self-doubts, and that's okay. It's not about getting rid of them—it's more...