flirting

Sliding into someone's DMs is always a risky move because no one likes rejection. However, if you're trying to pursue a potential love interest, there is a subtle art to successful flirting that you need to follow to win over the subject of your affection. The rules of this 'game' include, but are not limited to, not being aggressive, creepy, or coming across as a total lunatic. It's a tricky balance to find, but most people manage it pretty well. We say most because some people fail so epically at flirting that they deserve to be made fun of. Check out these cringeworthy attempts at flirting from people who slid into their crush's DMs, and you'll see what we mean. It seems like love isn't meant for everyone.

Flirting is an art form that some are more skilled at than others. Trying to win over the affection of someone you're attracted to isn't always easy, especially when your crush is playing hard to get. The fine line between showing your interest and coming across as desperate can be tough to master, but once you get it, it's smooth sailing. Unfortunately, some people never find that balance and step over the line into the 'desperate' category. These people are perfect examples of what happens when you let your desperation and entitlement get the better of you and push away the person you are trying to attract. Enjoy cringing through these sad attempts at flirting and learn from their mistakes on how not to flirt, 101.

Shy guys are having a moment right now. Remember when Jordin Sparks wrote a song about how she "don't mind me a shy boy," cleverly titled Shy Boy? That's because she knew what was good for us, even back then. On a subreddit thread, a Reddit woman asked Reddit men how to properly flirt with shy guys, and they had a whole lot to say on the matter. To make a long story short, just be super direct because they won't be able to identify even the most blatant of flirting. Need more details? Read on. 

If you're wondering how in the world the female psyche works when it comes to sexuality, we got you covered. A Redditor asked Reddit women how they let men know when they're horny, and the thread totally blew up. While some women are more discreet and demure, other women are way more direct, choosing to tell men exactly what they want. Apparently, simply saying "I'm horny" will work wonders. How do you let dudes know you're ready to rumble? Let us know in the comments. 

Galavanting around the world in search of meaningless sex has rendered me a master of the f*ckboy craft (as well as a carrier of various sexually transmitted diseases). One of the main things I have learned along my journey, aside from how to cover up herpes with concealer, is where exactly to find these unsuspecting prospects. While I am in no way resistant to shooting my shot wherever I may be, certain locations have proven optimal spots for picking up a woman. Here's where f*ckboysare likely to be lurking this summer, so be on the lookout, ladies. 

Unwanted attention is a common thing that women are forced to deal with. There are many men who still view women as objects, and have no idea what it means to compliment them in an appropriate way. Yes, there are ways you can compliment a woman without being creepy... I promise. For example, if you see a woman working hard at the gym, going up to her and saying, 'you're so hot' is creepy. But if you wait until she's finished her set, and then you compliment her work ethic, that is nice!

Women on Reddit are sharing how they deal with unwanted attention, and maybe there are some tactics that can help you next time you get creeped out.

Flirting is a difficult art form, and not everyone is capable of mastering it. Throw in a shy personality, and you're totally screwed. The shy women of Reddit have shared stories about how the person they were into totally missed their hints. If you guys happen to know any flirting tips,  let us know in the comments, pretty please. The women of this thread could sure use 'em, and honestly, so could I. 

Flirting is clearly a skill. Some people excel at it, and some of us prefer to just make people fall in love with us slowly by having them get used to our awkwardness. It might sound ridiculous, but you'd be surprised at how often this tactic can work. Another skill though that we don't talk about enough is the ability to tell if someone is flirting with you. Sometimes our confidence is so iffy that we can't possibly imagine someone is actually coming onto us, and then it leads to a lot of missed opportunities.

As if I didn't hate working out already, the guys I come into contact with at the gym make me regret showing up even more. Like, don't these men understand that I just wanna suffer and sweat in peace? Don't look at me, don't talk to me, just let me be. Nonetheless, I have to admit that whether they're directly involving you in their gym routine or not, prime entertainment is always guaranteed during your workout.

This list is gonna make you count your blessings for at-home workouts during the Rona era.

While The Donald may no longer be president, fckboys still reign supreme. Some are easy to spot with names like Chad engraved onto their Juul and bare abs nearly always exposed, but others are advancing, learning how to mask their inherent douchiness within normal society.

 Fckboys have become masters of projecting falsehoods for their own benefit in stealth. I have come to realize that the best way to weed out a true fckboy from the crowd, is probably just to give him enough time to fck up on his own. There is no exact science behind how many minutes or months this process may take to prevail, but usually, if a man is genuine, you will be able to feel it out soon enough

Well, ladies, call it a guilty conscience, or, perhaps, just a wanting to level the playing field. Whatever the reason may be, I, a blaringly self-aware fuckboy – hyper-emotional, trend-hopping, intimacy fearing and all! –have decided to explain the top ten moves you should look out for from f*ckboys.

Do not be fooled by movies and TV, flirting is not always easy. There are so many factors that need to be in line in order for a flirting attempt to be successful. Firstly, they have to know you're flirting. Secondly, they have to want you to flirt with them. Thirdly, you have to sum up some serious finesse.

Maybe it sounds easy when written out in three steps, but it's definitely not something that comes naturally to everyone. That's why it is so impressive when someone actually accomplishes a clever flirting attempt. It's definitely a roller-coaster, you have to shoot your shot, but also read the room. Either way, be careful, It's a crazy world out there.

Flirting is definitely not a skill that everyone has. There are about a million techniques. One can go with cheesy pick-up lines, subtle eye contact, light teasing, or of course, they could always try out the 'Ignore her in front of all of her friends until she gets so insecure that she only accepts affirmation from you' route. Can you guess which one is my least favorite?

Regardless of your flirting level, it will always depend on the person that you're with. If you're really comfortable with someone that you find attractive, often you can't help yourself from flirting. That's when you know you've really got it bad.

Now, let's celebrate how awkward it feels to put yourself out there in the best way possible: through memes.

In the last couple of years, 'Netflix and Chill' has become a staple in our internet meme vernacular. In case you're from another planet and need to gain more insight into Earth's strange culture, 'Netflix and Chill' is actually code for going over to someone's house and hooking up while a mediocre film plays in the background. So for those of you that were looking forward to watching a film, sorry in advance. Make plans for another night. People on Twitter have been bringing back the phrase in their own quirky ways, and we're so here for it. Scroll down to get a gist of what we mean. 

It takes some serious guts to go up and approach a woman in public, but unfortunately, it doesn't always pan out. It may be that the club is too loud, she's might be hard of hearing, or maybe... you were just too dang awkward — which we are all guilty of being from time to time. It's natural, she's beautiful, you're nervous, you think you planned everything out, but y'all make eye contact, and BOOM! Nothing but nonsense begins to spew out your mouth. Sound a little too familiar? Well, if you made it in this list that means you definitely made an impression.

I seriously wonder what goes through peoples' minds sometimes. In what world should women be 'flattered' for them requesting nude photos? It can really put women in an awkward position. Do I trust him? Does he really like me? Why doesn't he just ask me to hang out so he can see it all in person? I've heard that our parents generation  used to meet at a hidden spot in their neighborhood, count down from three, flash each other, and then run away. No cameras, no screenshots, no evidence! Though, still wouldn't fully recommend that since public nudity is illegal in many places. Can't have it all I guess.

There's nothing more frustrating than speaking to an incompetent customer support rep when you need help fixing a problem. Whether you're trying to fix your phone, set up your TV, or track a package, you expect professionalism, prompt replies, and efficiency. One thing you do not expect is for them to start flirting with you. It might be rare, but it happens more than you'd think. Roxana, a Twitter user, shared screenshots of her Amazon customer service rep who sent her some somewhat questionable messages on their chat, and fellow Twitter users jumped at the chance to share their similar experiences. It turns out; there's a fine line between friendly customer support and inappropriate flirting - a very, very fine line.