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10 tips for texting your crush

 

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Admit it. Ya totally dig him! You could not be more excited that the two of you exchanged numbers... finally! Only prob is you've got no idea what to say. No worries -- he’ll think your a total texting Q-T in no time with these tips.
 
1. Start the convo off right
We know it's tempting to start off your chat with a simple “hey, what's up?” but, HELLO, can you say boring? 'Cause your crush sure can! Try referencing an inside joke or something you guys have in common in a playful way. For example, if you guys were chatting about his t-shirt, you could text him something like, “My baby cuz is wearin the same shirt u were wearing Friday... same size too Tong”
 
2. Why so serious?
This is the total golden rule of texting. Keep your convo light, fun and playful. Leave the serious talk for real life.
 
3. Poke a li'l fun
To keep your convo fun, don’t be afraid to tease your guy a tad -- nothing that’ll hurt his feelings though.
 
4. Keep it short
Make sure your text is no longer than two sentences. Anything longer comes off too strong.
 
5. Don’t curse or be inappropriate
You want to come off as girly and cute. If you swear or say anything vulgar, your guy will find you as neither.
 
6. Switch up how long it takes you to reply
We're not talking about sitting by the clock determining an exact time to text your crush back. Be genuinely busy and check your phone when you get a free moment.
 
7. Show your funny side
You don’t have to be a stand-up comic to make a few jokes. Every text should make him smile. Remember that!
 
8. Don’t let your friends text for you
This is soo hard not to do, but you can’t let your friends text for you. After all you want your crush to have a thing for you, not your pals.
 
9. Don’t over think your replies
Okay, you are allowed to tweak a reply a li'l, but don’t overdo it. You want your texts to come off as natural.
 
10. Don’t sext!
C’mon, you are better than sexting! Don’t ever send a pic to a guy or say anything inappropriate. You don’t know who goes through his phone -- even if he tells you it's just him.
 
 
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BY ERIN MILLER ON 4/14/2012 12:00:00 AM

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MOD!!!!!
I have a strange problem. I become super confident at times or I'm either not confident at all. I want to have enough confidence that's positive, but the last thing I want is to be over confident, ignorant, stuck up or snotty. How do I find a balance?




Hey girlie,

The best thing to do is remember that old advice: think before you act. Always be confident in yourself, but don't let the confidence give you a "buzz" that makes you forget what you're doing! Think about what you're going to say/do and consider what that will make you look like. What would someone who doesn't know you think about you? What does it reflect about your personality? Is it the best way to express yourself? You can totally be confident while also being smart with your words/actions. Over time, you'll get the balance down perfectly! Smile
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by Icecreamluver on 4/15/2012 12:19:45 AM

 
 

I love txting my bf and what goes on back and forth. Yes, it has gotten kind of routine and old so these are great suggestions. I will say that texting your bf is not the same as texting your crush because with your bf there should be more trust so you can kind of say and do different things. But I loved when things got flirty when I didnt have a bf and it was all texting to crushes or guys I liked.

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by luckykel on 4/15/2012 12:15:18 AM

 
 



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I like this guy a lot, and he likes me too. Except I've heard from other people that he's not allowed to date yet. What should I do?




Hey girlie,

Try talking to him more! Whether it's in person or online or through text or a combo of all 3, get to know him better as friends. That way, you can swap interests, flirt, and grow closer. Over time, if he does like you he'll open up about home, family, and their rules on dating (and whether he's allowed) Smile
Lauren C.

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by PrincessLOL on 4/14/2012 11:21:30 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD i am not very good at speaking up in class. no matter what, my teachers ask me to read my papers out loud, but when i stumble on a word, it feels really embarrassing, especially in front of the class. is there any way i can somehow overcome my stuttering? i'd hate to continue looking stupid.




Hey girlie,

I loooove the advice in this article - read it over and keep that stuff in mind the next time you get up in front of the class! Smile You can do this!!

http://www.girlslife.com/post/2007/09/07/girl-talk-public-speaking-freaks-me-out.aspx?cp=all 
Lauren C.

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by PuppyCT on 4/14/2012 10:01:22 PM

 
 

MODMODMODMOD Jordan s. Ok I will try but how can I start a convo with him to become better pals?



Find some common ground that you both share interest in.  A tv show, sports, a class that you both have, mutual friends, etc. Jordan S.

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