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Have you been staring at your phone trying to craft the perfect message to the guy you're into? We know that it can be a little tough figuring out exactly what to write, but there are a lot of things you can say to keep your conversation going. We've put together a list of helpful topics and example texts to try out so you're more likely to hear back from him!
This article is based on an interview with our professional dating coach and licensed social worker, Julianne Cantarella. Check out the full interview here.
How to Get a Guy's Attention over Text
- Bring up topics that he enjoys.
- Reference things he brought up in an earlier conversation.
- Give him a sweet and sincere compliment.
- Ask him personal questions to learn more about him.
- Share funny pictures or memes with him.
- Tease him with flirty texts or cute pics.
Steps
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Stay positive while you’re messaging with your guy! That way, your conversations will be fun and light, and he’ll want to keep chatting.[18]Thanks
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Don’t get discouraged if the guy sends short messages or takes a while to reply. He might just be a little busy and not have time to respond to you.[19]Thanks
Warnings
- Avoid sending any inappropriate pictures if they’re unsolicited or if it makes you feel uncomfortable to take them.[20]Thanks
References
- ↑ https://rendezvousmag.com/how-to-start-a-conversation-over-text/
- ↑ Julianne Cantarella. Dating & Relationship Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ Julianne Cantarella. Dating & Relationship Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/how-to-text-a-guy-you-like-to-get-his-attention/
- ↑ https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150903131553.htm
- ↑ https://www.scienceofpeople.com/asking-advice/
- ↑ https://rendezvousmag.com/how-to-start-a-conversation-over-text/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-attraction-doctor/202012/what-is-your-flirting-style-how-do-you-flirt
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/how-to-text-a-guy-you-like-to-get-his-attention/
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/10-texting-rules-to-keep-him-interested-you-according-to-a-guy/
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/2011-sexting.html
- ↑ https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/using_a_persons_name_in_conversation
- ↑ https://www.pride.com/lovesex/2020/9/29/18-rules-texting-etiquette-gay-men#media-gallery-media-2
- ↑ https://rendezvousmag.com/how-to-start-a-conversation-over-text/
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/10-texting-rules-to-keep-him-interested-you-according-to-a-guy/
- ↑ Julianne Cantarella. Dating & Relationship Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ Julianne Cantarella. Dating & Relationship Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ Julianne Cantarella. Dating & Relationship Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_tips_for_reading_emotions_in_text_messages
- ↑ https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/2011-sexting.html