OK, you want a girlfriend, and you’ve tried so many ways, desperate ways if you will, but still no luck. Fear no more - it’s not that hard. You can follow these 8 simple steps.

1. Know what type of girl you’re looking for. Make a list of traits that appeal to you, such as intelligence, looks, ambition, sense of humor, or respect for other people’s feelings.

2. Resolve old hurts and disappointments. Make sure you’re ready for a new relationship by setting aside any grievances about old girlfriends.

3. Attract the type of girl you’re looking for by emphasizing your best features and downplaying undesirable traits. Make the most of what you have, both physically and mentally.

4. Learn how to make a girl feel good about herself by taking an interest in her life and her aspirations.

5. Consider any unattached girls at your school or library. Do any of them match the qualities that you want in a girlfriend?

6. Get involved in activities that you enjoy to give yourself the chance to meet new girls. Expand your horizons and your circle of friends.

7. If you have your eye on a certain girl, let mutual friends know about your interest in her. Ask someone you trust to discreetly tell her about your interest.

8. Become her secret admirer if you don’t have the nerve to directly approach a girl who has caught your eye, consider being her secret admirer for a while. Send her sweet, anonymous messages or notes (with a few subtle clues about your identity) to let her know about your interest in her.