Flirty And Fun

Years ago, to refer to someone as a flirt had very negative connotations, implying that they had loose morals, were easy, desperate even. In fact, most of us flirt, whether we realise it or not and it's a wonderful form of human communication, a secret language of messages and signals which we have to learn, interpret and respond to.

Within boundaries, flirting is good for us, flattering to us and of course if we take things further is an important step in finding a mate.

There's no doubt that some are better than others at this most ancient of arts, but as with so many other areas of life, practice makes perfect!

If the idea of flirting worries you, here are a few facts to reassure you that flirting is good, both for you and for the object of your seductive intentions:

Did you know that flirts...

1. Are good listeners
2. Make others feel good
3. Smile a lot
4. Compliment others
5. Make people laugh
6. Laugh a lot themselves
7. Don't take themselves too seriously
8. Always make direct eye contact
9. Speak directly
10. Network a lot

Online Flirting

A recent survey showed that online flirting is on the increase and that it may be more empowering than picking someone up at the bar!

73 percent use email as a way to flirt at work.

48 percent flirt online during the workday.

12 percent spend more than one hour each day flirting online while at work.

50 percent find it easier to flirt via email than in person.

36 percent flirt with people on-line when they are in a committed relationship.

Over half (55 percent) of those flirting on-line who are in a committed relationship do so because they believe that flirting online is not really cheating.

Only 36 percent of respondents have a separate email account exclusively for dating and flirting purposes.

47 percent think a first date is appropriate after just one week of online flirting.

39 percent are more likely to respond to subject lines that have a personal touch.

Compared to women, men are quicker (one week or less) to request a first date after trading emails with someone (67% versus 55%).

What makes an e-mail flirtatious?

29 percent said a smiley face.

24 percent said 'an erotic or sexy subject line' .

So, get that seductive smile on your face, make sure your eyes are positively smouldering, be prepared to flatter and make someone's day - go flirt!

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