Types of Flirting
Flirting may consist of stylized gestures, language, body language, postures, and physiologic signs which act as cues to another person. Among these, at least in Western society, are:
- Banter
- Blowing a kiss
- Casual touches; such as a woman gently touching a man's arm during conversation
- Coyness, affectedly shy or modest, marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness (e.g. pickup lines).
- Eye contact, batting eyelashes, staring, winking, etc.
- Flattery (regarding beauty, sexual attractiveness)
- Footsie, a form of flirtation in which people use their feet to play with each other's feet. This generally takes place under a table or in bed while rubbing feet. Participants often remove their shoes and play barefoot; however, it can also be played in socks, or wearing shoes. Though this method can backfire, as the general opinion of feet can depend on the culture and society of the area.
- Giggling, or laughing encouragingly at any slight hint of intimacy in the other's behavior
- Imitating of behaviors (e.g. taking a drink when the other person takes a drink, changing posture as the other does, etc.)
- Maintaining very short distance during casual talking.
- Online chat, texting and other one-on-one and direct messaging services while hinting affection
- Protean signals, such as touching one's hair
- Sending notes, poems, or small gifts
- Singing love songs in presence of the girl/boy.
- Smiling suggestively
- Staging of "chance" encounters
- Teasing
- Tickling
The effectiveness of these several interactions has been subjected to detailed analysis by behavioral psychologists, and advice on their use is available from dating coaches.
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