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    How do you get a shy guy to open up?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
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    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    They probably won't open up right away if they indeed are shy! And that's ok. A more reasonable goal would be to put the shy guy at ease while you interact. Don't be too chatty. Choose your words carefully, make sure you look interested and friendly and ask them a question about something in the immediate environment or event you are both at.
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    How do you deal with a shy guy?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    You accept them for who and how they are. Don't try to change them. If you can't handle being with a shy guy, move on. Accept that you might do the initiating for a while.
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    How do shy guys flirt?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    They might do a quick glance your way and then look away. If they don't walk away after you first talk to them, that is good too. Don't expect something very obvious; trust your instincts!
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    How do you talk to a shy guy for the first time?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    Try to comment about something in the immediate environment like: "I really like this band," or "This is a nice party." You can also offer your first name and ask theirs. You can also compliment them on their clothes or style.
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    I feel shy to talk to him, but he is too shy to ask me out. What can I do?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
    Licensed Social Worker
    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    It sounds like you two both have shyness in common, which is a start! Try telling him that you are shy but enjoy talking to him. That might make it easier. You can also start with social media messages or passed notes.
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    A shy guy likes me, and I like him back. Should I ask him out or wait?
    Klare Heston, LCSW
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    Klare Heston is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker based in Cleveland, Ohio. With experience in academic counseling and clinical supervision, Klare received her Master of Social Work from the Virginia Commonwealth University in 1983. She also holds a 2-Year Post-Graduate Certificate from the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland, as well as certification in Family Therapy, Supervision, Mediation, and Trauma Recovery and Treatment (EMDR).
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    You can do either option, so choose what's most comfortable for you. If you are ready, then make the first move! Keep your invitation subtle and low-key. Ask him to join you for a casual hang out.
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