Is it weird that I practice flirting with my female friends for fun?

Question

Sometimes I'll say flirty things with them or do something flirty for fun and some practice. Is that wrong?

Kiwedin · Accepted Answer

I used to do it to my guy friends when I was in high school. It was fun, I felt more confident because I didn't actually like them, the reactions I got boosted my ego, and I enjoyed the whole "chase" aspect of it, but when you get down to it, it really is cruel. I didn't realize that until one of my good friends fell for me and he'd really yelled at me. He acted kinda psycho, but it really did make me realize that flirting for the sake of your own entertainment isn't a nice thing to do, because these are actual people that you're teasing, with feelings and emotions. So I guess it feels harmless at time, but you just really never know, and personally, I'd never want to lead anyone on again and be the reason someone felt shitty about themselves.

redeyemindtricks · Accepted Answer

Honestly? Not sure whether that'll work. It depends.

I have 4 brothers. Most of my friends are guys, too, and I think of them exactly like... more brothers.

That's the problem, though. If my male friends tried to "practice flirting" with me, it would be as though my own brothers were doing it. It'd be hysterical, but it wouldn't be educational.

So, um, I dunno. But I am also not a typical girl, because I had no sisters and no mother growing up. Why am I even answering this question? Lol.

hopegirl · Accepted Answer

It gets really messy as at some point of other, one of those girls MIGHT fall for you. You have to keep it clear to them that you don't want anything more than friendship with them. Moreover, there are many girls who ask questions like, "Does flirting means he likes me?" So, it means that some girls equate flirting to liking. Make sure that your harmless flirting doesn't lead to a heartbreak and pain for someone else.

L_aauurraa · Accepted Answer

Okay, I would say it's fine because I flirt with my guy friends ALL the time. However, I think sometimes it might put off the wrong signal and you might mess up your friendships... So be careful. Make sure your friends know it's just a flirtation ship and not a developing relationship

SomeGuy37 · Accepted Answer

Honestly, I don't want anything with them, but most of the women I work with have been married at least 10 years, have kids, and bitch about the kids and the husbands, ALL THE TIME!!! Some are a little, like, I would, if they were single, but they are married, so I just flirt, and tease, and make them smile, and feel better, about themselves.
It was just Christmas, so I made some little candies, sea salt caramels, salted nut rolls, dark chocolate toffees, and some granola stuff for the two vegans!!
Mostly just got friendly hugs, for thanks, but one invitation, and another, more than accidental fondling. . .
Not saying I'm going to do anything more than just flirt, but it's nice to know someone is interested!!

DonkeyKong1979 · Accepted Answer

You've just hit upon the most important function of flirting, i. e. to pass the time. Most of us will end up spending long periods in fairly dull workplaces, and nothing adds a bit of spice to a long day like some harmless flirting, gives everyone involved a nice little confidence lift too!

I prefer to flirt with married women or lesbians, that way there's definitely nobody who'll be getting the wrong idea about it, so you can just have fun.

Enaya · Answer

If you give them the wrong idea for practice, it is cruel.

tyber1 · Answer

You need to communicate with them so that you don't lead them on. The odds are not "pretty low" like you keep saying. Flirting is how people know who is interested and when people are liked they are significantly more likely to develop feelings.

Stacyzee · Answer

As long as they are okay with it, I don't see any thing wrong. They say practice makes perfect for a reason :)

jessica54122 · Answer

well I feel like the females you are practicing on could actually take you seriously and then some feelings might get hurt if they find out you don't feel the dame way and your were "leading them on" (in their perspective)

lexythelou22 · Answer

It's fine as long as those practice girls know that you're just doing it for fun and you don't string them along if you actually get one interested in you if you have no interest back

mimam112 · Answer

id say its fine as long as you dont take it too far and accidentally lead them on. and if you ever find out one of them likes you itd be a MAJOR jerk move if you kept doing it.

Primarypoo2 · Answer

When my guy friends stay over, we practise kissing and watch porn together. Its fine

WhatTheHellAmy · Answer

That's good. You should tell them it's a joke tho. They could crush on you lol

Anonymous · Answer

As long as ur female friends know that ur just playing and don't want a relationship with them, then it's fine :)

Anonymous · Answer

Its fine. Even i do it sometimes but as long as thy dont get any wrong signals. Or both are having fun. But the only reason why i do it is coz i am shy. And i need some help talking to guys. So it helps.

Memora · Answer

I wouldn't recommend since it might make things weird or one of them might really fall for you.

Anonymous · Answer

I've been led on by this, and it really hurts my feelings if I think he's serious.

Azara · Answer

long as they dont mind and know its meaningless.,. many friends 'flirt';.

Prof_Don · Answer

As long as they don't feel led on, I don't see a problem. This is one of the biggest advantages of having female friends. :)

Anonymous · Answer

Sounds 100% legit to me. My friends and I used to do this all the time. But make sure that they understand where they stand with you. Which I'm sure they do ;)

XxLumierexX · Answer

not really its fun i do that with my guy friends some times

shortandsexy · Answer

It's little weird, but it's not a turn off or anything.

ArchDruidMordred · Answer

As long as they know that you're just having fun, you're fine.

Anonymous · Answer

I'm heterosexual but I flirt with a lesbian I work with a lot just to see how things work and for the fun of it :P

Anonymous · Answer

There's nothing wrong with that. That's what they're there for. It's the perks of having female friends

Anonymous · Answer

As long as you let them know that you are practicing

SweetHomicidalQueen · Answer

i flirt for fun with mmy male and female friends

BuchitaBuchys · Answer

As long as they know you aren't being serious.

Yeahhbro · Answer

no man, i do it too lol

ConsultantIsBack · Answer

It's all in good fun right? Flirt away

AmethystAngel · Answer

I think it's fine as long as it's not creepy. :D

rosemarie02 · Answer

You make her fall to you.

Anonymous · Answer

Along as they don't get the wrong idea.

es20490446e · Answer

I do myself ;)

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