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Seven Ways to Secure a Date with Your Crush

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 6 September 2019.

Published on September 6, 2019, asking your crush on a date can be one of the most nerve-racking situations you might find yourself in.

However, with the right approach, you can increase your chances of securing a date. Here are seven tips to help you get started.

Timing is Everything

Remember that timing is everything. If you take too long and beat about the bush, your crush might lose interest. On the other hand, if you get too excited and rush into asking him or her out on a date, they may get uncomfortable and reject your request.

Find the balance and ease into it by gauging how comfortable they are without rushing things or being dormant.

Know Their Interests

If you have been friends with your crush for some time, you should be able to have an idea of what they like to do for fun and some of the hangout spots they love to visit.

When you are already friends, it’s easier to also know their schedule and arrange a date when they are free.

Read Cues

A great tip before approaching your crush with your request is being observant and knowing the right time to ask them out.

If the person you like seems to be interested in someone else, is in a relationship or just came out of a relationship, chances are that they may not be ready for a romantic date.

Be Patient

Give your crush time to respond to your request. Sometimes people are busy with other commitments and may not be available when you want them to be.

They may also be taking their time to decide whether they would like to go on a date with you.

Confidence is Key

One of the most effective ways of securing a date is showing your crush that you are confident.

Approach them with moderate assertiveness and handle the situation maturely.

Engage Your Online Crush

If you and your crush have never met before, things can be slightly tricky.

Be as open with them as you can and use your words to sweet talk them into considering the date.

Don’t Force It

Always remember to approach this with an open mind.

Sometimes, things might not go the way you expect them to. Your crush might not feel the same way and can possibly reject the offer.

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