It’s disappointing to find out that your crush doesn’t think of you as a potential romantic interest. However, there are certain things you can do to go from being just an acquaintance to that “special someone”. We asked guys in their teens to 20s to share their opinions on the subject and share the reasons why they started to see their female acquaintances as romantic interests.
1. She comforted him when he was feeling down.
Being kind to guys when they are feeling vulnerable is a great way to get them interested in you. “I was touched. She was there for me at my worst,” recalled a teen. If your crush seems blue, let him know that you’re there to listen. Approach him softly and ask, “What’s wrong? You seem down.”