Breaking the Ice

Conversations for some of us can be difficult and scary when we are meeting someone for the first time. We may be the shy type, lack confidence and lack the experience of engaging conversation with the person you are attracted to. This article will offer suggestions on how to break the ice and began to engage with your new interest.

First, be yourself. Don’t engage in fake conversations on topics you are unfamiliar with; talk about subjects that you both can discuss. An example would be current events, happenings in your hometown and of course yourself.

Second, be open; sometimes when you are nervous the other person maybe just as nervous, so be honest and admit your feelings. This will show your date that you are sincere and not afraid to admit feelings.

Third, compliment; who doesn’t like to hear compliments. A compliment makes a person smile, shows you are interested and helps open the communication avenue to happiness. Giving honest compliments provides positive energy that can send a message you are interested and want to build upon this relationship.

Fourth, another icebreaker is humor. There have been studies that suggest having a sense of humor is a desirable trait in a partner. Humor has many attributes such laughter, cheering a person up and breaking the tension. It has been said that laughter is the cure for all situations so don’t be afraid to use it.

Finally, when engaging in any conversation it is important to give good eye contact. Looking into a person’s eyes as you talk shows you are interested; Eye contact can even help people fall in love with one another as it creates passion towards one another. So go ahead; time to break the ice and Good Luck !!