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8 Ways To Approach Your Crush In The Right Way
By: Priyanka Maheshwari Wed, 22 Nov 2023 6:28:47
Approaching a crush is like stepping onto a thrilling, yet slightly nerve-wracking, rollercoaster of emotions. It's a delicate dance between anticipation, hope, and a touch of uncertainty. But fear not! Navigating this path holds the potential for incredible moments of connection and discovery.
Picture this: you're standing at the threshold of a conversation, eager to spark something magical. Finding the right approach to your crush involves a delicate blend of authenticity, confidence, and a sprinkle of charm. It's about crafting a genuine connection without overwhelming them or losing sight of your true self in the process.
So, let's explore the art of approaching your crush, where vulnerability meets confidence, and sincerity paves the way for meaningful interactions. Because sometimes, the most beautiful moments begin with a simple "hello."
# Always remember that your crush is just a person
We tend to put our crushes on a pedestal and fantasize about them. And this is why it’s so hard to approach our crushes.
In our minds, we treat them like celebrities. But your crush is a normal human being. Don’t make yourself think they’re above you, because they’re not. We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again they’re only human!
# Don’t linger around them
You probably think they don’t notice, but they do. Everyone notices when someone is hovering around them. And even though this shows them you’re interested, it also sends huge creepy signs.
Seriously, no one is going to go for that. We know you don’t probably mean to look creepy, but be aware that’s what it looks like.
# How to approach your crush? Always be yourself
You don’t need to try to be mysterious or pretend you’re some CEO executive when you really are a university student. These things never work, at least for the long-term.
If you really want your crush to like you, always be yourself. And if they don’t like you, well, it’s their loss.
# Pick someone nearby your crush to strike up a conversation with
Approaching your crush head-on may be a little intimidating for you. We get it! So, you can always work your way towards your crush, by starting a conversation with one of their friends, standing by them. That way, it’s an easier transition, and they’ll most likely be introduced to you by their friend.
# No, you don’t need a cheesy pickup line
You have no idea how many horrible pick-up lines we’ve heard. They never work and all they ever do is cause people to laugh at you – that’s at you, not with you.
So, leave the pickup lines at home. You don’t need them, and they won’t give you the outcome you want. Just be yourself.
# Don’t force the conversation
If you’re talking and your crush isn’t saying much back, you don’t need to push the conversation. You want the interaction to feel as natural as possible, and conversation is a two-way street. You can only do your best.
If they’re not meeting you halfway, end the conversation. Maybe you’ll have made a good enough impression that they approach you next time. You tried!
Use this guide on how to approach them and start a conversation with your crush to say all the right things in those first few conversations.
# Use your friends for practice
You have a great group of
people around you who love you and want you to be happy. So if you want
to learn how to approach your crush, why don’t you try practicing your
approach on your friends first?
Your friends will be able to tell you how your approach is and if there’s something you should change.
# Trust your gut instinct when learning how to approach your crush
We
all know deep down when someone else has feelings for us. This is one
reason why having a crush is so hard. Sometimes, crushes are people we
know don’t share the same feelings as us, but we can’t accept it. Follow
your gut instinct when approaching someone.