Photo Credit: www.sheknows.com[/caption]Are you approachable? Sometimes the reason we're still single isn't that we aren't attractive enough, funny enough or interesting enough, but we are too unapproachable for anyone to find out how great we are. Our last post was about being more attractive on an aesthetic level. Today you are going to learn the secret to being approachable with body language.
Being approachable isn't about your appearance. The secret is in your body language. What is your body doing now? Is your face tense, fist balled or arms crossed as you read? It's important to look friendly and welcoming when trying to attract a partner, for both men and women.
Women often want men to make the first move, but be sure to smile often and make eye contact. Not to the point where you look like a crazy person, but enough to let him know that you're interested. Men are just as sensitive about rejection as women are. They may not say it but after a few rejections, they may be less prone to go up to every woman they are interested in without her welcoming them first.
In addition to smiling and making eye contact, try not to cross your arms. You'll come off as cold and closed off. It helps to speak a little too. It's okay to say, "Hi" or "Good morning" with a nice smile. Men like compliments just as much as women. Try giving him a compliment like, "Nice shirt" or "Is that a new haircut? It looks good on you," if you see each other in passing often.
Men, the same goes for you. Smile a little and make eye contact. This may help your odds of her actually giving you a hint she is interested. If you don't appear friendly, she'll be a lot less likely to say, "Hi" or compliment you.
Although women approach men less than men approach them, it's still important for you to be approachable so you're not going in blind when you approach women. Your success with communicating with women who show signs it's okay to approach them will be much higher than just approaching a woman who doesn't look or smile your way.
More tips for women: http://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/advice/intimidating-unapproachable-women
More tips for men: There wasn't much additional information on how to be approachable for men. If you know of any good articles we can share, let us know in the comments!
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Until next time, good luck!
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