In every relationship, or rather, during the dating process, it’s pretty normal for people of the opposite sex to flirt with one another, but what if you come off too strong?
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I guess flirting's one of the many ways to keep each other interested and engaged in the conversations you have! Plus, it’s a way of expressing interest and hinting that you’re interested/attracted to the other party as well. However, it’d be funny if you come off too strong. Here’s my take on some flirting mistakes you won’t wanna make!
#1: Do not be overly-sexual
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When you’re dating, it’s pretty normal to hold the other party’s hands or even giving them a hug. For me, I’d be really cautious when a guy is overly-touchy! I’d be thinking to myself, ‘Whuttt, is this how the guy behaves to every other girl?’ I’d distance myself from him thereafter. That being said, everybody has their own definition of ‘touchy’. For me, I’d stop at hugging or holding hands. Any more than that it’d be too much. Don’t judge! I’m pretty sure you girls have your personal definition as well, so just stick to it. I was talking to my boyfriend bout this topic and likewise he mentioned that for guys, they’ll probably think the girl is ‘too easy’ and it’ll be a turn off to some; for him at least. That is, if they are looking for a long term serious relationship, and not for superficial reasons.
#2: Do not be overly-possessive
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When you’re just starting out/dating, it’d be good to not mention bout marriage and how you’re ready to settle down. Yes, it’s an attractive factor but it’s kinda freaky if your partner tells you how he used to spy on his ex girlfriends/boyfriends, and how insecure they used to be/are. Of course, I’m not saying to not be yourself! But, just stay away from these sensitive topics when you’re in a flirty conversation cause it might just back fire on you!
#3: Relax, relax and relax
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I can never emphasize the importance of this! Hahaha. Well, I’ve made this mistake before and i’m not proud of it. When two parties are flirting, you should just relax and enjoy the conversations you guys have! Don’t over think every sentence the other party is saying, and don’t over analyze! People like me; guilty as charged. So yes, basically just enjoy the time you have together and don’t start thinking of the ‘what-ifs’ and ‘if not’. Don’t expect too much from them either!
Alright, here are the main three that I can think of! Hopefully it does make some sense hahaha.
Even though these three points only covers flirting during the dating process, flirting is still important when you’re already in a relationship, engaged, or even married! The only difference is, the things you talk about would probably be different since your other half already knows you inside out. Nevertheless, this is still essential to keep the relationship interesting I guess.