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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:20 PM
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So how would you randomly approach a woman that you just see on the street or in school? I keep wussing out in approaching this girl that i see on campus everyday. I just dont feel confident enough since i really cant think of anything to really break the ice
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:35 PM
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so when you gonna let me tap that lol
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:44 PM
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Just think about how much more you stand to lose if you don't make a move.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 02:44 PM
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Just think about how much more you stand to lose if you don't make a move.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
Just think about how much more you stand to lose if you don't make a move.

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
So important, it had to be said twice! :silvercup

True advice though. The best conversation starter is "Hello."

Where do you see her at? You can ask her "What are you taking, I always see you at..." Then tie it in to you somehow. If you have a genuine interest in whatever she is studying, say so. If you don't, then say something nice about it based on what you know.

Don't, under any circumstances, outright lie or feign interest though.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 03:45 PM
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If you aren't a 130-pound girly-man it's not even worth trying.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 04:51 PM
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this is 100000x better than my roommates "just walk up to her and ask if shes a bitch, if she says no, then youre in"
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 04:51 PM
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Well, "Hi" would break the ice.

Just start a casual conversation... Say stuff like: You're on your way to class....you think you've seen her around before - does she take classes in the same building? What is she taking? Etc... Build it from there. You can even make it a short convo so it ends on a good vibe, and then you have somewhere to start if you see her again another day. A short conversation that ends well will leave her with a good impression (perhaps pondering if she'll see you again) compared to a long, drawn out convo that ends awkwardly because you don't know what to say anymore. Skip any cheesy pick up lines and don't try too hard to be over the top -- just talk to her as you would anyone else.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 05:10 PM
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Scottman111
If you aren't a 130-pound girly-man it's not even worth trying.
lol how do we know she's even worth it???

Originally Posted by Whiskers
Red Bull and Vodka.
wings????
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 07:57 PM
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well, "hi" would break the ice.

just start a casual conversation... Say stuff like: You're on your way to class....you think you've seen her around before - does she take classes in the same building? What is she taking? Etc... Build it from there. You can even make it a short convo so it ends on a good vibe, and then you have somewhere to start if you see her again another day. A short conversation that ends well will leave her with a good impression (perhaps pondering if she'll see you again) compared to a long, drawn out convo that ends awkwardly because you don't know what to say anymore. Skip any cheesy pick up lines and don't try too hard to be over the top -- just talk to her as you would anyone else.
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Old Oct 9, 2009 | 11:56 PM
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Just whip it out and take a piss, if she's impressed then you've got it in the bag...
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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just ask her if shes a bitch, if not, you're in.
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 12:48 AM
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If they are at parties - ask if they are in your class. If they are on the street - if they are window shopping or looking at a car, say something that relates to what they are looking at.
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 08:01 AM
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You're in college - you should have this down. Like street spirit says, those are pretty much the standard openers in college. There's a list of things you've already got in common because you're there - these are all starting points to a conversation. What classes she's taking, what's her major, etc. Once you get her attention sometime after the first encounter and the timing is right to "hey do you want to meet up for lunch after class?", you can take it from there. Even if she can't, it'll show you're interested.
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 10:25 AM
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Originally Posted by invisiblewar
So how would you randomly approach a woman that you just see on the street or in school? I keep wussing out in approaching this girl that i see on campus everyday. I just dont feel confident enough since i really cant think of anything to really break the ice
You don't need much to break the ice. Just eye contact and a smile when you walk by her. And maybe a soft hello as well. You'll then know what she'll be like when you see her again. Since you see her often, do this a couple times and then stop and talk to her.

And the more you wait and agonize whether or not to do something, the greater the likelihood that you'll eventually do nothing.


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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 12:46 PM
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thanks guys, now i just need to lose 70 lbs so i can be a 130lb girly man and ill be set
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 12:49 PM
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haha, you can do eeeet!
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 02:32 PM
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"Excuse me, hi, my name is ____________, and this may sound kind of random, but would you like to grab a cup of coffee with me?"

if answer is yes: find nearest coffee shop.
if not: "alright. Take care then."

Simple. straight forward. Don't need to get fancy. Nothing gained, nothing lost like Dom said.
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 02:38 PM
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dude your from miami. it shouldnt be a problem.

what happened to your girl?
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 03:56 PM
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gotta agree with everyone. Just a quick hi a few times and a conversation will come. Besides, UF girls are real easy (at least when I was there)
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 06:15 PM
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which girl? the one that ive had problems with and has countlessly blamed me for dumb nonsense, if thats the one then i dont think i need to go any further explaining what happened hahaha

but yeah ive always been bad with approaching the ladies. ive always met girls through mutual friends
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 08:04 PM
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 10:51 PM
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some good info here
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Old Oct 10, 2009 | 11:54 PM
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Hang out with me and you'll get mad hoes...



ahh, just kidding. I'm just finally beginning to talk/hit on other girls for the first time in like a year. Gah.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by invisiblewar
which girl? the one that ive had problems with and has countlessly blamed me for dumb nonsense, if thats the one then i dont think i need to go any further explaining what happened hahaha

but yeah ive always been bad with approaching the ladies. ive always met girls through mutual friends
oh.

she was pretty though, but if she had to go, then she had to go......

btw. thats your angle..... befriend one of her friends and you're in.
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 12:27 PM
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yeah she was but theres plenty of pretty women
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Old Oct 11, 2009 | 10:49 PM
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I always see cute chicks at work, but i only get like 5 seconds to talk with them, im a cashier. So its hella hard for me.

but some real good advice here about starting something from nothing. give it a shot, i may just say fudge it cause theres not much you can lose.
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Old Oct 12, 2009 | 12:34 PM
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If she's a white girl say something to her in spanish. Make sure you end it with I'll be your Papi Chulo. She'll melt like dulce de leche.
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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First, I must ask, did she at least looked at you regardless of where you're at? Did she smile or give a look " you scare me"?

Women will sometimes give cues for men to come without saying anything, it's for us men to figure out which cues. Here's a couple for you and hope it helps.

- If she's on the cell phone, forget about it...bottom line.
- If she looks at you, smile and pulls her hair over one of her ears, just go over and give her a compliment but be honest about it. Women's hearing is more acute than men and can tell by the pitch in your voice.
- If you're in line and she is behind you and start gingling keys, not like santa trying to get money at walmart. Ever notice they usually have about two to three keys and a bunch of other stuff on it? Hmmm.
- If she is in front of you and she already checked you out and like what she see, she will give that look over to the left or right. Look at her eyes when she does this... is she looking at something else or using her periferal vision to see if you're checking her out. Go in on this one trust me it works!
- If she "lightly brushes against you" its like saying "talk to me idiot". Do so.

Ladies, I didn't intend to offend any of you and I apologize if I did. Just from noticing a few body language they gave off and acting on them, I've usually tell them one or two compliments and they usually give me their number without asking for it. No I'm not a playa or anything, just respect them as well. Either they will say yes or no in a polite way. At the least you gained a friend who could possibly have more friends and give you kudos. Good luck!
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 12:55 AM
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 06:52 AM
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Does the D in the name stand for Darksom?
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 12:31 PM
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Originally Posted by D'sNBP
First, I must ask, did she at least looked at you regardless of where you're at? Did she smile or give a look " you scare me"?

Women will sometimes give cues for men to come without saying anything, it's for us men to figure out which cues. Here's a couple for you and hope it helps.

- If she's on the cell phone, forget about it...bottom line.
- If she looks at you, smile and pulls her hair over one of her ears, just go over and give her a compliment but be honest about it. Women's hearing is more acute than men and can tell by the pitch in your voice.
- If you're in line and she is behind you and start gingling keys, not like santa trying to get money at walmart. Ever notice they usually have about two to three keys and a bunch of other stuff on it? Hmmm.
- If she is in front of you and she already checked you out and like what she see, she will give that look over to the left or right. Look at her eyes when she does this... is she looking at something else or using her periferal vision to see if you're checking her out. Go in on this one trust me it works!
- If she "lightly brushes against you" its like saying "talk to me idiot". Do so.

Ladies, I didn't intend to offend any of you and I apologize if I did. Just from noticing a few body language they gave off and acting on them, I've usually tell them one or two compliments and they usually give me their number without asking for it. No I'm not a playa or anything, just respect them as well. Either they will say yes or no in a polite way. At the least you gained a friend who could possibly have more friends and give you kudos. Good luck!
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Doom878
Does the D in the name stand for Darksom?
The same thought was just going through my head.
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 02:25 PM
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the only thing i ever got from this girl was a thank you cause i was walking in a building and she was behind me
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 03:38 PM
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You just have to get out there and talk to her. The longer you wait gives someone else who won't wuss out talk to her. Women know all the cheesy lines because they talk about it with their friends. Be honest. If your heart is racing and you're stumbling for words, tell her. Some women like the fact a guy actually tell them something like that. Guarantee you'll get a smile when you tell her that. Overall be honest from the get go. None of the typical BS she get approached and hear everyday. Since you're in college, don't get caught up on just trying to talk to her. I'm positive some over lady wants to holla at you and you probably ignored the cues she gave you, read above my previous post here.
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Doom878
Does the D in the name stand for Darksom?

I'm an old fart so you might have to explain to me what Darksom means. Sounds funny though.
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Old Oct 13, 2009 | 05:05 PM
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this guy is almost mod status with these tips

thanks
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 01:39 AM
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No problem. I'm a bit surprised none of the lady members here haven't chimed in on this yet.

Here's another tip for you. If she looks at you from afar, meaning if the two of you have direct contact and she looks at you directly for more than the usuall glance... she's waiting for you to make the first move. Women always do things in a subtle/discreet way.
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Old Oct 14, 2009 | 03:12 AM
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Talking Just don't do this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4D0555EtAZ4
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