Crushes

Hello everyone! Sorry I didn't get to blog last week, but I was super busy and had a ton of homework! As you can tell by the title, this week I'm going to be talking about crushes. I'm going to be giving advice on how to talk to them, how to get their number, and even how to learn their names!

Whether you're crushing on multiple people, one, or none, this post might still benefit you! I know for me personally, I think a lot of guys are cute, but I'm only really crushing on one. If you know me personally, then you know that I'm really shy at first, and I usually won't be the first person to make a move and talk to anybody. Since I'm in high school now, I'm trying to change that a bit. I'm trying to break out of my shell a little more and not to be so shy. Trust me, it's awkward at times, but usually all I have to say is "How's your life?" (Which I always say) or something simple and people will respond back.

But back to crushes. If you don't actually know who your crush is, go up and talk to them! If you're in the same class and they sit near you, ask if they have a pen, pencil, piece of paper, etc, you could borrow. Once you're done with it (assuming it's not a sheet of paper), give the object back to them. It might not seem like much, but it might at least help start the conversation. Another way to initiate the conversation is by saying a simple hello. By just saying a simple two syllable word, you could start a whole conversation!

Getting your crush's phone number may be a bit harder, depending on how comfortable you are with talking to people, even if you've been talking for a while. My friend and I were discussing this topic a few days ago, and I don't know if this strategy will work or not, but it's worth a try. Take a picture with them and ask if they want it sent to them. If they say yes then congratulations! You just got their number! If they say no respond with something along the lines of, "Yeah, you're right, it's kind of blurry," or, "Yeah, it's not the best picture." It doesn't matter what you say; just reply with something. The same concept it by taking their phone and taking pictures with it. Once you go through their photos say, "This is a good photo! Do you mind if I send it to myself?" If they say yes, then you get their number! The last way you could get their number without directly asking is by getting into a group with them for class. Once you're in the group, say, "Do you mind if I have your number, so I can make sure we're all doing the right work and stuff?" They'll most likely agree to it, and you'll get their number!

The last part of this post is actually quite simple, even to me. If you don't know you're crushes name, just ask them! Haha, it's seriously just that simple!

~Maddie