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kristian

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So this was the day I tried the "Are you single?" approach as described in this article https://www.girlschase.com/content/are-you-single-why-always-ask-girls. I wasn't very keen at trying it when I first went out after work, but when Ricardus was writing about the reactions you get: "It throws them off… they often stutter and don’t know what to say at first. It’s quite funny to watch actually." - I decided to give it a try anyways.

I spot this cute girl wearing training tights and pre-open her. She looks at me and I say it.

Me: Are you single? (With flirty eyes, of course).
Her: Why do you ask? (Looking back and smiling).
Me: I am just curious.
Her: I guess I am.
Me: I just saw you walking past me. And I had to say that In really find you cute, Kristian is my name.

We talked for a couple of minutes. I couldn't find any points to start deep diving with. So we talked about intermittent fasting and training. I ask her out, and she deflects by saying maybe. I guess I didn't build enough connection anyways. I thought I could try polarizing a little. I grabbed her hand and started talking about some random topics. She pulled it back. I excused myself and left.

After this I spot another cutie. Great ass. Blue eyes. I got the same, surprised reaction, but this girl had a boyfriend and they have been together the last five yeats.

But thank you for being so forward. I really appreciate it (with a big smile on her face).

I guess I made her day then.

Its not often I go out "just to approach women". Usually I run errands or meet a friend. This time it was Marius, a guy I meet twice a week to eat for free (we go to a restaurant that gives away their food before they close) and meet girls. He was running a little late so I start talking to this cute girl sitting by herself. I usually dont go directly at coffeehouses and restaurants so I tried to go indirectly, just to rehearse my deep diving skills.

Me: Hi, how are you?
Her: Hi, I am doing good. How are you.

She hooks. I talk as little about myself as possible. My friend Marius comes and I introduce her to him. I am usually not the best to remember names, but so I introduced her with the wrong name (forehead smack).

I ask her for her number and she says I remind her of her best friends ex-boyfriend. I can also see that she looks at me in between conversations. I was good at pregnant pauses and creating intrigue, but it was difficult to make her invest more than just talking.

And then, as she was talking a bit to her friend, I started a conversation with somebody else thinking she would stay a couple of more minutes.

Her: I have to go now. Goodbye

I was surprised. I guess she tought by then that I was a sociable guy (auto-rejection). She leaves and Marius says I need to hug girls or leave them warmly before saying goodbye. (Another forehead smack!).

It was getting late and it was rainy. We did not spot any girls. I tell Marius that we should go to the mall, only to be encountered by young girls (14 - 16yrs). I spot one cute 20 yo and give her my "Are you single?" question. She reacted surprised only to tell me she had a boyfriend.

Oh, thats nice. How long have you been together?
Her: Very long (continue to walk)

So that was it. All in all an ok day considering that it was late and girls where not on the street. I tell Marius that we should go to clubs and approach, he agrees. He tells me we should start daygaming a little earlier as well. We agree to meet this weekend and approach many girls.
 

Seppuku

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Hey Kristian,

that was an interesting read. I liked this Ricardus article, too, when I read it. But I'd really like to see how one applies it in real and makes it work. If you ever continue this and find out, let me know I'm interested.

Cheers,
Seppuku
 
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Grand Pooba

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kristian said:
Me: Are you single? (With flirty eyes, of course).
Her: Why do you ask? (Looking back and smiling).
Me: I am just curious.
Her: I guess I am.
Me: I just saw you walking past me. And I had to say that In really find you cute, Kristian is my name.

Well said, dominant. Seems like the approach went well! Too bad she isn't single.

I would put the last statement in lieu of the middle statement - don't even say "I'm just curious," because you're justifying yourself when you don't need to.

I use this one a lot, by the way. It can be a lot of fun :). Body language and tone is everything though for this kind of opener.
 

Fuck This

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It's funny, I've had a few girls approach me and ask if I was single.

One was a foreign Latina, who followed me outside of a bar as I was leaving and asked "Excuse me do you have a woman?"
At the time I did, but I made sure to thank her profusely "for making my day."

Another time I had one woman approach me on her friends behalf. She saw my wedding ring and expressed disappointment. I made sure to be very warm and cordial and encouraged them to keep approaching and told them they made my day.

I had another thick blonde tap my wedding ring across the counter at work and said "If you weren't married, I'd ask you out right here and now" Really took me off guard .

My point is that women will appreciate a direct approach. They sometimes can get the nerve up to do it themselves, and that tells me they would appreciate if a guy does it.

Personally as the boyfriend, I'd appreciate if guys are going to hit on my girlfriend, that they are up front about their interest, and then when she shuts them down, retreat gracefully...
 

kristian

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Grand Pooba wrote: I would put the last statement in lieu of the middle statement - don't even say "I'm just curious," because you're justifying yourself when you don't need to.
Thank you for that one. I will use it next time a girl asks why :)

Seppuku wrote: If you ever continue this and find out, let me know I'm interested.

And I tried it again today. And after talking to 10 girls I can easily conclude that this approach is far better than the compliment opener. By far.

btw: I have a good raport from todays adventures (see my journal if you want all the details): https://boards.girlschase.com/viewtopic.php?f=15&t=13469&start=50

I go out and as I walk to the local cafeteria to do some writing, I see this brunette checking me out from behind (I guess this is quite normal), she instantly looks away (but its too late now that she got caught staring at my ass ;) ) I walk up to her and deliver it from a frame of authority, almost teasing her a bit.

Me: Are you single?
Her: (After giving it a thought). Yes, I am (looking at me with curiosity and smiling).
Me: I just passed you by and I really find you cute walking around with your brochure and everything (a little light humor here). I just had to come over and say hi. My name is Kristian.
Her: Thank you. My name is Ida.
Me: Nice to meet you Ida. So what are you looking at btw?
Her: This is a brochure with a lot of restaurants. I love food and I think I will visit a lot of them.
Me: Cool. So you are a kind of person who loves culinary adventures. Thats awesome.

And then she, out of nowhere, starts overthinking things. I was standing a little closer to her than usual, but my last comment put her off. Don't know why.

Her: I just have to say. I am travelling to India in 9 days. So I am not looking for anything serious right now. (Which is a clear sign that she is looking for a lover).
Me: Who said I was looking for something serious. Its not that we are getting married or anything.
Her: No, but I can't involve myself in anything right now.
Me: Lets just hang out and have fun then (now I am supplicating, not good).
Her: I have to go now.
Me: Okay then. You might not see me again. You know that.
Her: That's okay.
Me: (Still looking for a warm leave, but a little put off): Lets just forget this. Give me a hug and well leave it at that.
Her: No, I don't want to. I dont know you. (Then she starts walking away).

That was the weirdest blowout ever. It started so good and ended in a bizarre way. So after having a job meeting I go out again. This time just to buy a nail clipper and continue working. Then the cutest girl appears. I start running after her and just as I was to deliver my opener she acts very happy.

And then I had an amazing instant date with a girl. I also took her home. (see my field report for more info on that one).

So I talked to 6 or 7 girls after an instant date after the blowout. All with the same opener. I see that when I am 100 % confident and my voice and tonality, as well as my posture and gestures are on point, girls answer "yes". I believe this opener is a good way to gauge your own level of fundamentals.

I got some "no's", don't get me wrong, but I feel that I am at a stage where attraction is pretty much covered (when I am dressed up).

However, because of my lack of game and conversational skills, I still lose most of the girls. I get good reactions, but can't seem to keep them when I start talking. So I think I need to work more on the "game"-aspect.

I also believe that its time to have someone more experienced than me to look at my approaches and coach me. I still haven't found someone that can teach me, though, but I think I will buy a coaching session or two here.

-TwoRocky.

Good to know that I at least make their days even when they are off the market :)
 
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