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Hi Contessa and Vanessa,
There's a boy I really like who's in most of my lectures and we've just been paired up together to do a presentation. I know we'll have to spend some time outside of class working on it, which is perfect for getting to know each other properly but I'm just not sure if he feels the same way. He's always really kind to me and pays me compliments, but should I take it we're just friends or be forward? I like him so much!
Thanks, Emily, York University
Hi Emily,
Paying you compliments is a massive indication that he likes you, especially if these are frequent, but remember not to be too forward with him, as you don't want to come across too strong. It sounds to me like things are going at the right pace at the moment, but if you really want to kick-start something, why not up your game a bit and suggest to meet at a campus cafe/bar, so it's more of a date style and in between discussing university work, slip in a few casual questions about him so it brings the conversation back to being about him. It goes without saying to make sure you dress hot! If he notices you've changed your lipstick or put on a different perfume, then you're definitely onto a good thing with this guy!
Good luck!
Contessa,
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Greetings Emily,
First of all, you’re not 12 years old anymore, so all this giggling and wondering “does he like me?” has to stop. Secondly, I can almost guarantee that he doesn’t think of you as just a work partner, because without fail, every single boy will have imagined you naked at some point. It’s just what they do. Whether he’s decided that that nakedness is something he’d like to pursue or not is another matter. The best thing to do in this situation is be direct. Throw a few innuendos into your work conversation, stroke a pen suggestively, lick your lips a lot – if he responds in a pleased and similarly flirty manner then you’re in there. If he doesn’t, then at least he’s focused on his work and you can complete a boring but probably well-done presentation.
Good luck my dear.
Vanessa,
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