When you Should Ask Him Out

You think your crush is interested but you're not 100% sure. If he's giving you these signals, you won't be turned down when you ask him out.


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You’re an independent woman making her way in the dating world by putting yourself out there and into situations that may be foreign to you. Sometimes it can be scary, but you’re learning a lot and gaining confidence every day.

But one morning you wake up and realize that you’ve been crushing on a seemingly perfect fit. He’s a good friend or an acquaintance. But if he was into you, he would have asked you out by now, right?

Wrong. The rule that a woman must wait around for a date proposition is long dead. In this modern age, most guys welcome the reprieve of a self-assured woman. Of course, finding the courage to ask for a date isn’t easy. You’re human and afraid of rejection. But look at it this way: You have nothing to lose but a good man.

Traditionalists may find this proactive suggestion uncouth, concerned that a woman will be sending a message that she is too aggressive. However, why would you want to pass up an opportunity for a great relationship? Instead of waiting around for something to happen, shake things up. Consider the following clues that indicate maybe it’s time for you to do the asking.

1) He’s Shy

The shy guys require a little luring out of their shells, as they tend to wait in the wings for discovery. If you are into a shy guy, take note that you will have to ask him out (unless you feel like waiting around while he musters his courage). So why not put your outgoing personality to good use? Mr. Bashful will be eternally grateful that you made the first move.

2) He’s Your Sidekick

Because you’re already friends, you hang out, go on errands, laugh together at funny commercials and share inside jokes. The problem is that he doesn’t know how to take it to the next level.

While he’s obviously enjoying your company, he probably just can’t get his nerve up to ask you out romantically. Instead, you do the asking and see how he handles your spunk. If he tries to clarify the details and what the date may insinuate, perhaps he is just buddy material. But if he energetically accepts with no questions asked, surely he is sighing with relief behind the broad grin.

3) His Body Language Speaks for Itself

With a smooth hand touch, a door courteously opened with his hand on your lower back, dramatic eye contact and a lingering hug, he is telling you that he likes you without saying a word. Does his face light up when he sees you? Is he thoughtful and chivalrous? His body language is perhaps saying the things he cannot articulate. In fairness, he may just be a gentleman, but these little clues can also indicate an affection for his leading lady – YOU! Why not take the wheel and put your romantic relationship in gear?

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L8testgirl: In response to your question of whether this has established your relationship, regarding you being the initiator. The answer is YES! Your first few dates will definitely establish how the relationship will be. If you are always having to ask in the beginning, you will definitely be expected to do so in the future. If you want this to change, you have to set boundaries. If you're missing him after a few days, don't give into calling him right away. Wait for him to contact you. Not to say you need to sit by the phone waiting for the call. Make plans! Go out! If you're used to seeing him on a Thursday, then make plans with your girlfriends and he can wonder what the heck it is you're doing and why you haven't called! If he wants to see you (just as much as you want to see him) then make him work a little. You have a life, too. The only way this will change is for you to change what you do. ...hopfully that bit of advice will help you out!

- August 04, 2008 01:15 PM

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on the topic: look some times a guy just isn't paying attention, sometimes he thinks you've already told him no. if you want it you have to give it a go. carpe diem and all that.

l8, look the precedent has been established. if you want it to change your only real recorse is to tell him what your problem is, and what/how he can do about it.

- July 27, 2008 05:32 PM

L8testgirl needs to find the right shoes.

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I am grappling with a version of the "ask him out" issue. I have had another post on here about this same great guy. Things have gone well since, and I appreciate the good advice I got here. I enjoy being with him when we are together. He is attentive, complimentary, affectionate at my comfort level, and always makes me feel special. The thing is....I STILL do more of the initiating for dates than he does. At the end of the date, he always references MY busy schedule and says to give him a call when I want to do something or other.....

I tell him to do the same, but ---inevitably ---a few days go by, I miss him, and call for a date. He always responds positively and BINGO, we are off to another great time together. Can I expect this to change as we move along in this relationship, or am I building the expectation that I will be the initiator. I'd like to receive the invite every now and then. I'd definitely say YES!!!!! Surely he knows that by now.

We are not exclusive, so perhaps I am just expecting too much from this right now.

Thoughts?

- July 27, 2008 04:35 PM

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