It makes sense that you would want to be cool during middle school, since you start to find yourself as an individual.You are already cool if you embrace what makes you unique.If you want other people to think you're cool, just take a little time each day to check your appearance, build a group of supportive friends, and get involved at school.
Step 1: It is important to take good care of your personal hygiene.
If you want to be cool in middle school, you need to pay attention to your appearance and smell.If you want to make sure you're always fresh and clean, you should brush your teeth and wash your face every morning and night, shower or bathe every day, and put on a combination antiperspirant and deodorant after you get out of the bath.An antiperspirant and a deodorant can help reduce sweat and body odors.If your hair starts to look oily between washes, you should wash it at least once a day.Floss your teeth every night to remove plaque that can lead to problems like bad breath, and brushing twice a day.
Step 2: You can style your hair.
It takes at least a little work to look nice, but having a great hairstyle instantly makes you look cooler.Take care of your hair every morning while you're getting ready.Depending on your style, that might mean combing your hair, smoothing it out with your fingers, or adding hair accessories.If you only use a small amount of product, your hair will look wet and greasy.If you have a curling iron, you can use it to style your hair.It's best to wear your hair in its natural texture at times, as heat can damage it.Ask your hairdresser to help you find a hairstyle that suits you.Before you leave, ask the hairdresser to show you how to style your new cut.
Step 3: Clean clothes that fit well are what you should wear.
If you want to be cool, you should wear clothes that are clean and free ofwrinkle.For the most flattering fit, choose clothes that skim across your body without being too tight or baggy.Wrinkles can make you look sloppy, and dirty clothes can smell bad.If you can wear your own clothes to school, keep it casual by wearing jeans or shorts and a T-shirt.You can keep warm in cool weather with a hoodie or sweater.If you have to give a presentation in front of your class, try wearing khaki pants and a collared shirt.You could wear a dress if you have a more feminine style.
Step 4: You can add accessories to your outfit.
It's easy to make an outfit cooler with accessories.When shopping for clothing, look for pieces that reflect your personality and check out the accessories as well.Pick accessories that match what you're wearing.Adding a canvas belt and sneakers will make jeans and a T-shirt look more interesting.If you wear a uniform, you can show your style with a stylish bracelet, watch, necklace, scarf, colorful socks, or a fun belt.It needs to follow your school's dress code.Look at the style icons of your favorite celebrities.
Step 5: If you wear makeup, wear light makeup.
A lot of kids start experimenting with makeup in middle school.You can use makeup to make your complexion look better.If you want to make your eyes look bigger, apply eyeliner and eyeshadow to your eyelid.Try a coat of mascara on your lashes.As you experiment with makeup, remember that the more natural you look, the better.If you look like you're trying too hard to change your appearance, you might not be confident.If you want other people to think you're cool, you have to convince them that you are!
Step 6: People from different social groups should be friendly to each other.
Being really cool means being friends with a lot of different kinds of people, even if you only hang out with the most popular kids.No matter what group you're in, take the time to get to know each person.Be friendly with the people you like the most.Being cool is more than just being popular.Popularity can change overnight and is dependent on the opinion of others, while being cool means staying true to yourself no matter who else is around.
Step 7: Gossip can be avoided.
If someone starts talking bad about another person while you're around, either ask them to stop, ignore the conversation entirely, or walk away.You will seem cooler if you don't get involved in rumors and other drama.You shouldn't say anything about other people that might be the source of rumors of your own.If your friend tells you that her parents are divorcing, don't share that information with anyone else.
Step 8: Spend time with people who build you up.
You may run into people who are unkind in middle school.If you spend time with someone who makes you feel bad about yourself, try to avoid them as much as possible.If you hang out with friends who accept you for who you are, you will feel better about yourself.If you're frequently the target of teasing or physical aggression, tell a teacher or another adult, and stick close to other students as much as possible to make yourself less of a target.If you have to, find a person who is sitting alone and tell them that the kids are messing with them.Is it okay for them to leave me alone if I sit here for a few minutes?
Step 9: Don't bully people to get attention.
Some people think teasing other kids will make them seem cool.If you're a victim of bullied yourself, don't take it out on someone who's less popular than you are.People will look up to you if you are kind to everyone.Stand up straight, look the bully in the eyes, and tell them to stop.If you are concerned that this will endanger you, report it to a teacher, parent, or other responsible adult.
Step 10: Have a sense of humor.
If you are funny, people will think you're cool.Even if you make a mistake, be willing to laugh at yourself.It's a good idea to laugh with your friends when they're making fun of you.Don't get upset if you spill something on your shirt at lunch.Start laughing, instead!It is more fun for other people to laugh with you than it is to have people laugh at you.
Step 11: In school, do your best.
If you want to have a good reputation in middle school, try to do well in every class you're in, even if it's not easy.Try not to daydream when the teacher is giving your lessons, and do your homework and turn in all of your assignments.You don't necessarily have to have the highest grade in your class to be cool.You will have a reputation for being a troublemaker if you break the rules a lot.You'll have more time to spend with your friends if you pay close attention in class.
Step 12: Understand what makes you who you are.
The cool people have a good understanding of who they are.Maybe you have a cool eye for fashion, are great at drawing, or you can run really fast.Look for ways to convey those qualities.If you're into fashion, draw illustrations for the school paper, or like to run, you could try out for a track team.
Step 13: Use social media with care.
It can be hard to know how to use social media without sharing too much.Remember, you can't take anything back once it's online, so keep your most personal business private, and not share any pictures online that you would be embarrassed to see.If you wouldn't say those things to that person's face, you should not share or post unkind comments about them.It won't make you seem cooler if you are cyberbullied.Even if it's directed at you, do your best to ignore it.You can either report it online or to a parent or teacher.
Step 14: Pay attention to the trends.
When you see a trend you like on TV, online or at school, don't be afraid to try it out because keeping up with trends can help you seem like you know what's cool.You don't have to follow every trend that is out there.Pick the ones you like.You might look for a similar pair when you go shopping if you see your favorite celebrity wearing sunglasses.If a lot of your friends wear baggy jeans, you might want to look for a pair of relaxed-fit jeans.If you want to wear skinny jeans instead of going against trends, go for it!
Step 15: You can join a club at your school.
Try to find clubs, sports, competitive teams, or other activities at your school that fit your interests.It is possible to expand your social circle by getting involved in after-school activities.If you are busy with activities, you will seem cooler than if you just went home.If you're an athlete, you could try out for the school's soccer, baseball, cheerleading, or dance team.You can join the band or choir if you like music.If you're good at math or science, you could join the team.Don't join a club just because you think it will be cool.If you're not into sports, cheerleading probably isn't a good fit for you.