So I had signed up online to go to this event called, “Valentines Day Sample Party” but there wasn’t much information on it just said that they have music, drinks etc. so I was a bit skeptical on going but I wanted to experience something different so I went last night to this party. On my way to the party, I felt nervous because I felt excitement and concerned at the same time because this area of my life called “Dating” was still new to me and I was not used to it especially the whole Valentine Day thing. And concerned for what might happen because I be stepping into the unknown not knowing what to expect and not have any control. So I got to the party and I have to sign up but then they ask me to sign this small “waiver” saying I be sampling products that might get me drunk and wouldn’t be able to operate my vehicle I was like ok haha. The people there were friendly and one lady approached me asking me if I knew what was going on I told her no and she said it’s a sampling event so the chicken wings and pastries here have stuff on them that could get me “HIGH” and to just be mindful of that and telling me about the drinks and so forth. Immediately after 20 mins passed though, I just left. This didn’t feel like my scene, the people weren’t the problem it was the space of the party was too short for a sold out event and obviously I didn’t know they be planning on getting high which what I don’t do. There was a lady sitting across from me but I didn’t plan on making conversation with her when I already had made up my mind about leaving. This event was not what was expecting or hoping for so I just took off. I am glad that I atleast took the initiative to go to the party and try to put myself out there but it could of been better and maybe I could of handled it better too but there you go. However, this is only the first part of my Valentine Day journey, I still plan to attend other events before February 14th! So there is still time 😌

Just sharing my recent win. On Monday at the Gym I was training legs and whilst resting between sets I turned around and saw a girl on the Leg Extension machine. She was getting off and looked right at me into my eyes. I nodded and said you alright. She said it back and walked to the treadmill. But she said it back with her headphones in lol. Anyways roll on to Friday morning. I was using the cable stack and she walked into the Gym with her friend. And looked at me right in the eyes again and I looked back. We didn't say anything but the look on her face was like oh it's that guy from Monday. I was just starting my set at the time. Let's see what happens next time 😉. Win: subconsciously saying you alright with no fear, and eye contact longer than usual.

FINALLY IT'S FRIDAY!!! Wooooo Let's talk about something most commonly asked here: Keeping a convo going through text If your convos keep dying, it’s usually one of these: - you’re asking question after question (interview mode) - you’re only replying, not adding anything new (dead end replies) - you’re trying to be “perfect” instead of present The simple fix: use this formula: ANSWER + ADD + ASK 1. Answer (respond to what she said) 2. Add (a small detail/story/opinion) 3. Ask (one easy question that gives her something to work with) Example: Her: “I had a long day at work.” You: “Damn, those days feel like 3 days in one. I had one of those earlier this week and I was useless after 6pm. What kind of work day was it for you?" Bonus rule: keep it light until you’ve met Texting is for building comfort + setting plans. Not building a whole relationship. Mini challenge for the weekend: Send 3 messages using Answer + Add + Ask Then stop over-texting and set a plan!!! Comment down below if you had any experience on this and if you're trying it out this week!

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