We are now entering upon the season of love….ahhh….can’t you just smell it in the air? I was perusing my latest issue of Time magazine and stumbled across this lovely article about flirting….right in time for lucky you! Actually, the entire issue is mostly comprised of articles about the science of attraction and falling in love, i.e. some good stuff. Here is a direct (meaning this is NOT my original work) excerpt from “Why We Flirt” by Belinda Luscombe:
A Field Guide to Flirting (FLIRTING 101–in Strictly Fab words, how to know if he/she really wants you!)
- Open body position: This come-and-get-me stance suggests the man/woman is neither about to flee nor fight.
- Raised eyebrows: Upon first seeing a potential mate, both men and women often briefly raise their eyebrows.
- Head cant: Women frequently tilt their head to one side, exposing their neck, and sometimes flick their hair at the same time.
- Sustained eye contact: Men and women both hold the gaze of someone they’re interested in for longer than feels quite comfortable.
- Leaning forward: Both genders tend to lean in toward people they’re attracted to. Sometimes, they’ll unconsciously point to them too, even if they’re across the room.
- Leading questions: A man will often ask a woman questions that allow her to show off her most attractive features.
- Sideways glances: Often followed by a glance down and a shy smile, these coy looks are a classic flirting behavior for both sexes.
So, next time you go out looking for a mate, notice yourself, notice those who you’re attracted to, and especially notice how they respond. The info above should give you a clue if they are really into you …or not….
Until then, keep it strictly stylish!
