1. Smile
   If you smile more often, research shows that people will think you're more attractive, and want to be around you. Make sure you smile when you flirt! Think about it: would you rather approach someone who's always happy and smiles often, or someone who frowns and glares?
   Even if you don't talk to the other person, make eye contact with them, and smile. That will be sure to get their attention!
   
2. Be Confident
   Tell yourself that you're a fun, confident person. Remember that you are in control; you control everything you do and feel, and no one else can make you feel badly if you don't want to. You will project this confidence when you flirt, which will make you appear more attractive.
   
3. Practice!
   The best way to get better is to practice. Practice flirting by saying "hi" to strangers and flirting with people are aren't attracted to. It's easier to flirt with people you don't like because you won't be as nervous, but trust me, it really helps because it gives you valuable practice!
   
4. Say Their Name
   This is so important. Saying someone's name will instantly get their full attention, and it tells them that you're interested in them and you remembered them. So if you don't know them well or just met them, make sure you repeat their name over and over in your head, so at the end of the conversation you can say, "Well ___, it was really nice meeting you" or something similar. They will remember you.
   
5. Use Good Body Language
   Stand up straight, don't slouch. Use open body language, meaning don't cross or fold your arms, or lean away from the person you are flirting with. Run your fingers through your hair, smile, nod, make eye contact, and lean toward them slightly. Don't hide your hands or put them in your pockets; make sure your hands/wrists show, that's a sign of trust and openness. Think of yourself as being welcoming, inviting, and fun. Let your body language project that.
   
6. Be Playful & Have Fun
   Flirting is about having fun, so be yourself; don't worry too much about what to say but let it come naturally. Be playful, tease them if you feel like it. Don't worry about joking around, saying some thing funny about the conversation, or teasing them. Flirting's about feeling good and making the other person feel good. If they laugh with you, they'll remember you as someone that is fun to be around.
   
7. Use Complements
   Don't overdo it, though. A good complement is sincere. Complement them on something you truly notice and admire; maybe their gorgeous eyes, or their great ability at making conversation, or their really intelligent insights. Leave them with one good complement, and they'll be thinking of you for the rest of the day.
   
8. Actively Listen & Ask Questions
   Listen to what they are saying. Ask them a question about it, respond to them. A huge part of flirting is actually the other person! Letting them talk shows you're interested, and will leave them feeling good about themselves. Imagine if they told a story and briefly mentioned their dog Scruffy, and ten minutes later in a gap in the conversation, you say "So what kind of dog was Scruffy?" It not only shows you are really listening, it also gives you more to talk about!
   
9. Flirting is about making them feel good
   Flirting is about trying to impress the other person, and nothing will leave them with a good impression better than if they leave their conversation or contact with you feeling great. They'll think, "Wow, I talk to him/her and every time I feel happy, have fun, and feel great". They'll always want to be with you, if you always make them feel good!

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