Flirting Tips For Shy Guys
Guys who are shy are often mistakenly thought of as being socially awkward. But the key to getting over shyness is to just be yourself. Remember, you are trying to meet a girl who likes you for you (or at least the best version of you.) When you aren’t faking it, you’ll feel more at easy and women will be drawn to that confidence. Think of your shyness as a tool to unlock similarly insecure women and in that way you may even have an advantage over cocky guys.

Keys to Your Online First Impression
The Girls.com experts have studied thousands of first emails to prospective online dates and have created some golden rules when making that first online ‘handshake.’ Obvious turn-offs include, moronic grammar, misspellings, don’t be the creepy guy salivating over a hot profile picture. Make sure to escalate slowly and naturally, avoid politics, religion, and other potentially polarizing topics. Turn-ons include connecting on common interests, being funny and self-deprecating, and of course being genuine.

Date Up. Score a Girl Who is Way Hotter Than You
Most guys don’t understand that they have the ability to date girls who are way out of their leagues physically. It simply takes practice. The Girls.com team recommends that even if you are attracted physically that you listen to her, show real interest in her hobbies, and throw in a sprinkle of flirtatiousness. In your chats strive for a healthy dose of confidence, but by all means avoid jerky levels of cockiness. Be clever, be handsome, and have fun. You’ll be surprised at the cuties that will slum it to date you.

Planting A Killer Kiss
Being a good kisser is grossly underrated. We often size up potential mates from our first kiss. Girls.com has studied the lost art of the killer kiss to help you seal the deal. Focus on the smooch: don’t have your mind unwrapping the condom. Easy on the tongue: too much tongue is a serious turnoff. By all means, close your eyes: nothing worse than peeking into a blank stare. Throw in a personal touch: a kiss on the neck, a suck of the lower lip – pucker up and make it a kiss to remember.

Golden Rules of Sexting
When flirting mixes with new technology Girls.com is devoted to breaking down the unwritten rules. When choosing a partner to sext with, be smart. Make sure there is a level of trust. Assume that the sext will end up in the wrong hands. Use the old rule — would I want my future Boss to see this. Drinking while sexting is the modern equivalent of a ‘drunk dial’ and is a major no-no. Using common sense can save you a big headache later. Don’t be a bonehead: pay attention to who you’re sexting. There’s nothing worse than accidentally sending your grandma that snapshot of your junk.