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Being a good conversationalist is an art and one that nerds are known for struggling with. Therefore, if you want to get closer to your crush, it’s likely that it’ll be up to you to carry on the conversation.  Instead of just waiting for your turn to talk, truly listen to what your crush is telling you. Ask follow up questions and add in little comments or even nonverbal cues (such as nodding your head) to let them know you are really interested.  Avoid making them feel like they’re being interrogated by offering information about yourself throughout. Do your best to carry on a conversation naturally, rather than posing one unrelated questions after another. If you find anything in common, try to go deeper into that topic. For example, if you discover you share similar views on politics, continue talking about it and sharing your opinions. After a while, the conversation should start to naturally flow as you two get to know each other better. . Your crush is never going to know how you feel if you don't put out some signals. You should be calm and confident and not too aggressive. Flirting can be as simple as giving them a slightly longer hug when greeting them, touching their shoulder, laughing a lot at their jokes, and paying them compliments. Try to strike the right balance between being forthright without making them nervous. If they start to seem uncomfortable with all of the attention, back off a little bit and just focus on having a pleasant conversation. What many nerds lack in social grace, they make up for in intelligence. Whether it’s a knack for mathematics or an encyclopedic knowledge of Japanese anime, let them know that you’re impressed by it! Making other people feel validated is crucial in any relationship and some nerds may have grown up being mocked for their skills or interests so be sure to distinguish yourself by doing the exact opposite. Note this is different from faking interest. If you are truly bored when they go off about their area of expertise, it may be time to rethink whether you really want to get this person to like you. However, if you really do get interested in what they are really into, not only will they be delighted to have an audience, but it’s is also a good sign that you two would actually be good together. For example, if your crush tells you what their favorite books or movies are, read or watch some of them. That way, the next time you see them, you’ll have something to talk about and it’s also a great way to let your crush know you are interested in them. Nerds appreciate intelligence so take some opportunities to demonstrate that you also have in-depth knowledge on a particular subject or have a special skill of your own.  For example, if you two are making small talk about the weather, you can throw in an interesting fact such as, “did you know that those stringy, fluffy clouds are called Cirrus clouds, and mean that it’s going to rain in the next 36 hours?” Another option is to occasionally rant about some of your passions. For example, if you love to read, tell your crush about the book you’ve been reading lately and your impressions of it. Your crush will likely appreciate that you have an intellectual side so that you two will have a lot to talk about and teach each other. Don’t be afraid to occasionally challenge your crush to a debate. Nerds love intellectually stimulating conversation so letting them know that you’re up for long discussions may make them more interested in talking to you. Don’t get dressed up in formal wear every time there’s a chance you might run into your crush, but do put in a bit of effort. Not only is it always nice to be presentable but wearing clothing that is clean and flattering will draw your crush’s attention to your physical attributes and perhaps encourage them to see you as more than just a friend.  With that being said, a nerd is less likely to be concerned with fashion. So, whether you’re a boy or girl, just focus on wearing clothes that are clean and look nice but aren’t necessarily the cutting edge of fashion. If you are a girl, don’t suddenly begin wearing more makeup whenever you see your crush. Putting on a bit of gloss or eyeliner that draws attention to your best features is fine, but your crush may be a bit confused by any drastic style changes.
Carry on conversations. Flirt Compliment them on their intelligence. Express interest in their interests. Show off just a little bit. Dress nicely when you see them.