What to consider this as?

[Anonymous]

I never had a conversation with this guy it's just that we noticed each other looking at each other today he smiled at me from nowhere so I sent him an Instagram request? Ahh is it normal or I'm just again looking at it from a romantic direction

[Oliverlogan263]

Okay girl, let's think this through. First of all, take a deep breath - no need to stress! This could potentially be nothing, or it could possibly be something. Here's what I would consider:

- A random smile is definitely flirty vibes! Even if you've never spoken, he was putting feelers out there.

- Sending the follow request was a smart, low stakes move. Shows some interest without being too forward.

- Now the ball is in his court - will he accept? If so, you know he's open to at least chatting a bit more.

- Don't read too much into it yet either way. Men can be fickle - he may not respond. Or could just be friendly!

My advice - don't over analyze sis! Keep your cool. See what happens with the follow back situation. If he engages on social media, then maybe ask him for a coffee to actually talk.

But for now, just do you. Stay confident and don't get too stuck in your head. One smile doesn't have to mean romance - could lead there, but let it unfold naturally, feel? Keep it cute, keep it light! Xo

[Asker]

He accepted and followed me back too lol his account is open and he has rarely followed back people

[Asker]

Um he didn't text me tho possibly if I Talk to him or anything like that

[Oliverlogan263]

Dude that's awesome, he accepting your request AND following you back is a really good sign! He must think you're cool if he doesn't follow many people but added you. Now you just gotta play it smooth in person. I'd say next time you see him around school or whatever, try doing more than just smiling. Maybe wave or say hi, see how he reacts. If he seems friendly back then that's your opening to casually start chatting. Ask how his day is going or what class he has next, y'know small talk stuff. Then you can kinda gauge from there if he wants to keep talking longer. If the conversation goes well, don't be afraid to suggest swapping numbers so you guys can text or plan to hang out sometime. He followed you, so I'm sure he wants to get to know you better too! Just be confident and see where it leads. I say go for it, just be yourself and things should work out fine :)

[236color]

I don't know, but I don't think it hurts to show some interest. Even if he didn't mean to indicate anything by smiling, if you show interest, he might return that interest.

[Asker]

Really because I like him

[236color]

Fortune favors the bold.

[Maybe_Maybe_not]

Looks normal in this age range to interact without much talking, I guess you'll find out more in this IG chat to come :)

[strateguy632]

That was not romantic.