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You know you like him... but have you got the guts to ask him out?
We've got tips for upping your chances of success, and keeping any weirdness to a minimum.
Shhh... Keep It Quiet!
It might seem like a great idea to get your girls' input on your plan. Watch it though - people gossip, even your friends. If you talk to people about what you're up to, your crush could hear about it before you even ask him. Then, instead of thinking that you're confident and bold (which he will when you ask him out), he might think you're too immature or clueless to be discreet about things.Pick A Place
Before you pop the question, decide where you want to go on your date. That way, if he asks what you have in mind, you'll have an answ
er ready. Suggest someplace that's casual, but where you'll get a chance to hang out, without other friends around. The movies or a pizza shop might do just fine.
Get Prepped
Practice what you're going to say to your crush. Say it out loud! (In front of the mirror, alone in your room, of course). That way, even if you're nervous, you'll sound more natural. That's key - because if you sound cool, he'll be more likely to say yes!
Feel Your Best
Wear your favorite outfit. If you love how you look that day, you'll feel more confident - and cute! But keep it real. Don't pile on the makeup if you're usually fresh-faced, or do anything complicated with your hair. He'll notice that you look different, and might think you're trying to be something that you're not (which is not so attractive).
Don't Put It In Writing
It might be freaky, but asking him out in person is best. An email or text can easily be misread (he could think you're just wanting to hang out as friends), or forwarded to a dozen people. Besides, if you ask him in person, he'll get a reminder of how cute and friendly you are.
Pick The Best Place
You'll want to talk to your crush when he's alone. If your friends (or his) are around, he might feel embarrassed by all the attention. Approach him when he's solo - catch him after school on the way home - and start the convo with a simple, "Hey, how are you?"
What To Say
Be relaxed. You don't want him to think you've been plotting this moment for weeks, even if you have. Just say something low-key and friendly, such as, "Hey, want to hang out with me on Friday and get something to eat?"
What He Says... And What To Do Next
If he says yes - congrats! You've got a date. If you don't have his number, now's the time to get it. Tell him you'll call him the day before, to figure out the when-and-where. And don't go telling all your friends - you'll freak him out.
If he says he's busy, or he's not sure, don't take it personally. He has a life after all, so he's not necessarily rejecting you. Just suggest another night. But if he says he's busy again, and doesn't suggest another time that works, take it as a no.
If he says no, be laid-back about it. Just say, "Okay, I thought it might be fun. See you around!" Then split. He'll never be sure whether you were actually asking him for a date, so you won't feel awkward around him in the future.
