Hey Pretty Boy,

I wish I were pretty. But I’m not. How can I make friends with the good-looking people?

– Chunky Style

Seattle, WA

Straight Chat:

First, know this: most good-looking people are seriously devoid of other traits. If you rely on your looks, you don’t really have to develop other skill sets. If you’re not good looking, you go through the world connecting on different levels. So, think on a different level. Compliment these people on an accessory, or find some common interest. Make them laugh. Go to the trendy places. And most importantly, redefine what “good-looking” even means. Because we all know, an attractive person can become less so with a bad personality. Just like a moderately attractive person can become the most attractive person with the right disposition and attitude.

Gay Chat:

Dear CS,

We all strive to be the pretty people. Sadly, we’re not always blessed with the genes that make us pretty, but we can certainly be attractive, or at least decent looking. This just takes a little grooming, dressing well and making sure we bathe on a regular basis. I’ve found that the pretty people of the world like to be friends with those who are less attractive. This way, they are prettier in comparison. So, here’s my advice: take a shower, get some new clothes, and perhaps find some people who are less attractive than you, so that you essentially become the “good looking” person.