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[Interested32]

Hi. I am interested in finding a friendship that could possible lead to a relationship. I am shy and not very experience in relationships. I am looking but am worried that I am not giving out the correct signals.

[CielDuMatin]

Why do you feel you are giving out the wrong signals? What signals do you want to give out?

I like your approach of doing the friendship first thing - so many people try to skip that part - friendships have been the foundations of the best relationships I have had!

[servio]

Seems like you are headed in the right direction by putting yourself out there... you'll find someone in due time. *clears throat* Hi, there!

[Interested32]

Basically the transition signals such as Interested to Friendship, Friendship to Relationship, Relationship to Long Term

[nycindie]

Originally Posted by Interested32

Basically the transition signals such as Interested to Friendship, Friendship to Relationship, Relationship to Long Term

Well, instead of giving signals that need to be interpreted, you can actually communicate directly and clearly what you want.

Examples:

"I like hanging out with you!"
"I think we can be friends."
"You're fun to be with."
"I like you."
"I'd like to get together with you sometime and do ___."
"You're my best friend."

"I want to get to know you better."
"Your friendship means a lot to me."
"I'm attracted to you."
"I'd like to see if we can have more than a friendship."
"I think we really work well together."

"I'm interested in seeing you long-term."
"You mean a lot to me."
"I feel like I can commit to this."
"I love you."

[CielDuMatin]

Yup, I'm with nycindie - trying to hide messages means that they can be misinterpreted, and the secret to good relationships is good, clear communication, so why not start that off right form the beginning?