When you were younger, it was much easier to approach the person you liked. Or at least, you thought it was. Nowadays, most of us don’t even know where to begin when we find ourselves wanting to talk to that girl from the hall that’s super cute, or that hot guy we always seem to be running into while walking to class. Since we don’t have an “ I’m Crushing on Them 101” course in college, here are a few tips on how you can figure out what you should do:
It All Starts With a Smile
Yes ladies and gentlemen, it all starts with a simple warm smile. A smile can attract anyone in less then three seconds. There’s not much to it really. It all starts in your cheekbones! If that person already makes you smile as it is, then DON’T try to hide it! You might feel like the biggest dork in the world but to them it might be the cutest thing that they have ever seen.
Follow Your Instincts
If you feel like starting a conversation with that one girl or that one guy, don’t be afraid to do so! Don’t forget that you might not be the only shy person out there. Sometimes the reason why a person might not approach you is because of the simple fact that they too are shy themselves. All it takes is for one person to say a few words, so go ahead and make the first move!
Make Sure They’re Available
Sometimes we get so excited when we start crushing on someone that we forget to check if they’re already taken. This doesn’t require you to have to stalk the person or be a creep. But just check to see if another girl is with him all the time, or for guys, if there’s always the same guy who happens to be walking her to class everyday. Obviously, we all have friends of the opposite sex that we are always around, but pay attention to details. Are they physically close? Do they seem to be flirting?
Sense of Humor
This doesn’t mean you should make fun of the person. It won’t help if you’re trying to make a good impression on them. We all like someone that can make us laugh once in a while right? Obviously, if you’re not the type of person to crack jokes then don’t force it. But if at times you feel like being silly, then BE SILLY!
Get To Know Them
Don’t jump in too fast! It’s like a math class; you have to learn the steps before you can solve the equation. This way the both of you can get to know each other for who you really are. Remember, there’s more than meets the eye!
Lastly, Pay Attention to The Details
Would you order a desert without knowing the ingredients? The flavor of the dessert is just as important as the details of a person. Every layer counts. This will help you in deciding if you can actually relate to that person, and if you have anything in common with them. So before you take a scoop of it, know what to expect!