I like this guy in my school and I sit beside him in english, He's really nice, but I don't know if he's just being nice because we sit together or whether he likes me or not.

It's hard to figure it out because sometimes when I look at him or he looks at me, he always smiles at me like in a weird way. I don't know if its just me thinking too much about it or if there something more to it.

The thing is I want to ask him out, but I don't really know him all that well and just can't find the guts to ask because I'm scared of what will happen.

What should I do ask him or forget about it?

MR. GOODADVICE RESPONDS:

If you are I interested in someone you should let them know. Obviously, this can be very scary but you shouldn't let fear stand in the way of getting what you want.

More often than not your instincts are going to be correct. So if you feel good about this person it's probably a sign that he will be open to a friendship with you. So say hello and start a conversation. Make sure you keep the focus on him and the things he likes, people like when others show an interest in them!

If he is not interested in you, you will find out rather quickly. He will either end the conversation or show signs of not wanting to talk with you at all. If this is the case, take the hint and move on with your life. There will be many more guys in your life. Don't try and make someone like you, it doesn't work. Either the attraction is there or it's not. If you try and force the issue you are likely to get your feelings hurt in the end.

If you do manage to have that first good conversation, try following up with a suggestion to do something after school. Make sure you do something that allows you to talk and get to know each other. Movies are not a good idea for a "first date" because there is usually not much of a chance to communicate, so try and avoid the theater! I find that getting something to eat is always a good way to spend time with someone you like and are trying to get to know.

The bottom line is make a move! Don't wait for something you want, go get it! If it doesn't work out at least you will be able to move on and stop wasting energy on someone who isn't in to you. Why sit around wondering what a person is feeling or thinking, when you can simply ask! Some people find assertive people attractive, so be assertive!