Get the Boy You Like to Like You Back

Do you like a boy who doesn't seem to notice? Well, these steps will help you to get him to like you more than a friend!

Steps

  1. Get to know him. If the boy you like is just someone in your class and you don't know anything about him, the best thing to do is get to know him. Try to find out as much as you can! If the boy you like is a friend, then great! but still, you could try to find out more about his family and interests.
  2. Befriend him. Talking to him is not one of the easiest things to do, even if you're his friend, but it's a must! If you're in his form/homeroom and you sit next to him or at his same table, then just start by saying "Hi". Talk about things as simple as something that happened earlier in class, or the latest dramas school has caused. 
  3. When you know you can talk to him, try to become his friend and tell him about your day so far.
  4. Watch out for the friend zone. The friends zone is not a good place to be for too long, because if you're in there for a while, you could be stuck there.
  5. Tease him a little. Emphasis on a little. No guy likes a girl who's too nice, or who's too mean for that matter. Playfully make fun of him once on the date/outing. Pretend to be upset with him for a minute if he apologizes for something stupid, then laugh at him and say you were kidding.
  6. Be flirty. Make sure you touch him in cute ways, like fixing his hair or feeling the material on his clothes. If he leans back or steps away, then stop. Be sure not touch him in inappropriate ways, this could definitely send the wrong message, and it possibly will get you in deep trouble. Once you get closer and start holding hands, be sure to use a firm grip. Stroke the side of his hand with your thumb.
  7. Try MSN. If you don't already have his MSN, then get it! A great way to flirt on MSN is by playing 20 Questions! Ask him things like what he thinks you like, or who he thinks is cute. Just don't go too overboard! You should just use questions like that occasionally, or he may feel like he's been put on the spot.
  8. Laugh and smile a lot. Guys like girls who are happy.
  9. Use Snapchat, Facebook, Instagram, or other social media options as another source of communication. Show interest by "liking" or commenting on his picture every once in a while If you're feeling particularly strategic, post a picture of you and him and make a few of your friends comment saying you two look good together.
  10. Flirt. The most important thing about flirting is to not overdo it, or you may come across as way too desperate. Wink or nudge at him, and make subtle physical contact. Suggestions include as stepping on his feet (nicely, most guys are bigger than girls, anyway), poking him, and squeezing his arm. 75% of the time, guys are too shy to physically flirt because they don't know how you feel about it, so make the move first.
  11. Do your makeup and hair. If you don't wear makeup in school, (or even at all) do not come in one day with your face full of makeup. It will make it look like you're trying too hard. If you want to wear makeup, do it gradually, and don't do it just for him. There are plenty of guys that prefer the natural look, anyway. The hair is very important, also. You can wear it curled, straightened, etc., but it's more important to just keep it clean and tangle-free!
  12. Compliment him. But only rarely. It will keep him on his toes, and make it more special. Only compliment him if you can think of something specific. Tell him he's really good at reading your emotions, or that you love how his sweater matches his eyes and you can't stop staring.
  13. Be a world class listener. If he doesn't want to talk about something, don't pry too much, but tell him you're there for him. When he does talk to you, don't interrupt, and be understanding. It's pretty difficult for guys to open up, you have to make it easy on them.
  14. Get his number! There are many ways to get his number - if you know he is not so good in a lesson, give him your number and tell him to text or call you if he needs help. If you know he wants to join a club, ask him for it and say you'll text with the details. You could even ask him out on a movie date, and then ask for his number!
  15. Text him. Don't text him first more than a couple times a week, or you could risk looking desperate. Also, once in a blue moon, when you're texting him and he texts back, don't text back for a few hours to a day then text him back saying sorry and give a flirty or vague reason.
  16. Care for your hygiene. This is a big one! You don't want to go to school every day smelling like B.O. It's pretty simple: just shower once a day, make sure to soap up really well, put on deodorant, maybe wear a little perfume, keep your teeth clean, etc.
  17. Do not make yourself look too socially active because he might start to feel he can't keep up with you. If he feels he can't keep up with you, he might get too nervous and think that you're out of his league. If you are very socially active, invite him to come along one day with you and some of your friends. This will give him a chance to be around you outside of school and in your natural state.
  18. Boys are easily influenced by their friends, so if you're friends with his friends, you can start hanging out with them. Make sure your hanging out with his friends when he is with them. But if you don't like his friends or don't know them well, at least try to make the effort to befriend them.
  19. Have a conversation with one of his pals. When the friend is talking a lot, make eye contact with your crush. This will make you seem interested, but hard to get.
  20. Think of a way to approach him. Timing is everything. Mention how his shoe laces are untied, ask what band is playing, or even comment on the weather (that may sound boring, but it's a good conversation starter that is commonly used, and most people don't mind talking about the weather). Be confident and avoid stuttering and spitting out random words. Just talk to him like one of your friends.
  21. Beware of other girls moving in on your boy. If you know the girl, chat her up nicely and get her interests. Learning more about her can help you find if she likes him.
  22. Be bubbly and happy when you talk, not constantly moaning and groaning about things. No one wants to be around a downer, or someone who is constantly grouchy. Even if you are not in too happy of a mood, try not to sound sad or annoyed.
  23. Avoid talking about how "hot" other guys are. He might think you like them and not himself.
  24. Don't be too shy around him. If you're out in public or something, like a dance, and he seems too shy to ask anybody, just go up to him and ask him for a dance! Never be afraid to ask. He might want to dance and not have people care.
  25. If you're going to ask him out, don't have someone else do it for you. That makes him feel that you don't want to be around him. If he has a phone, ask him for his number. Asking a guy out on the phone is easier than in person and not as embarrassing if he says no.
  26. If nothing else works... Bend-and-Snap! It totally worked for Elle Woods in Legally Blonde.

Tips

  • Seen him looking at you? Next time, instead of looking away and blushing, give him a smile and make eye contact!
  • Be yourself; don't try to be anyone else. You don't want to start a relationship with lies.
  • Be a little of a klutz if you're near him. Do something simple like drop your pencil or trip. That would make you look cute, and if you're lucky, he might help you by picking it up for you! Doing it more than a few times can be annoying, though, so know when to stop.
  • Exercise to keep toned. A lot of guys like athletic girls, so just get involved in a sport at some point, or mention a sport you do outside of school when you're around him.
  • Learn from your past mistakes; if you made a mistake with one guy, don't do the same one with this guy.
  • Carry mints or gum whenever you're around him.
  • If you're talking to just him, whisper so that he will be forced to lean into you.
  • Try to trip over or drop your books so he can help you. If he walks by you without even glancing at you, this is a sign of lack of interest. If he doesn't bend down to help but says sorry and maybe a small smile to show he is positive, that means getting to know him better may help a bit more. And if he does smile and say sorry, maybe a smile back may help.
  • If he wants to come round to your house, don't forget to make sure your room is tidy and hide anything you don't want him to see.
  • If he likes makeup, then wear it, but don't go overboard. If he doesn't like it, then wear little to none. Don't put to much on though.
  • Play with your hair or necklaces when talking to him - it looks cute.
  • You don't have to wait hours to text back. Boys may not like that if you text first and won't respond after he does. If you really want to, you can take a few minutes to respond but don't wait too long!
  • Try to carefully ask him out, but not like you've been waiting for the moment even if you have.
  • If you are friends with him, try to get closer to him.
  • Try finding things you have in common.
  • Before you ask him out make sure you don't just say it, make sure it is sweet and caring.
  • Make sure you're not near him all the time because boys need space. If you hang around him a lot, it makes you seem desperate.
  • Talk to him! Boys are more likely to like a girl if the girl talks to them face to face, so try that. It may just work!
  • If you know that the guy is shy, don't push too hard. And don't flirt anymore than a smidge more than you usually do if he is uncomfortable. It will help him relax.
  • If he goes toward a different girl, don't get in rage mode and hate him. Just try to get closer, don't give up! Just be yourself!
  • Maybe, if you have a chance to pick a new desk, move fast to get to your crush's. Sit next to him and during snack you'll get to talk and maybe flirt a little.
  • Don't feel insecure, be brave and never be shy boys can be really shy sometimes so make him feel that he don't have to be shy he can be himself.
  • If you like him but he's mean to you, then try to befriend him. But if that doesn't work then forget him. There are nicer fish in the sea!
  • Act comfortable around the guy. Plenty of boys like confident girls, and it can make it easier for you to flirt with him. Additionally, if the boy is shy, it might be better if you would make the first move.
  • Don't lie to him, if he finds out, he might not like you.Talk about stuff he might like, for example a sport.
  • Don't be afraid of talking to him and how to approach him. Being yourself is the most important.
  • Hint you like him by staring and smiling.
  • DO NOT brag about all the cool things you might do. Then he might think you're trying to make him feel bad, and it will actually make him feel bad.
  • If you like him, try to see if he looks at you anytime.If he doesn't,it means he just looks at you as a friend.

Warnings

  • Don't stalk him. If he says another girl is pretty, or he's talking to another girl, don't get jealous. It makes you look bad, and you'll lose his attention.
  • Make sure not to tell a lot of people about your crush because it will eventually get back to him and he might become overwhelmed.
  • Boys, especially in middle school and possibly even early high school, are still very immature in social situations with girls, and might not talk to you because of this nervousness.
  • Remember, most people get extremely angry if you attempt to kiss them or touch them when they like you as just a friend. Try to ease into this gradually, and make sure you have a very close friendship when you do attempt it.
  • Beware of online relationships. Not everyone is who they say they are online.
  • If he wants to do something you don't want to do, don't do it.

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