ALT-2 Overcoming Shyness on Valentines Day
It is far easier to sign a card or message from 'your secret admirer', than it is to blatantly hand a card to your crush while you are blushing profusely. Cupid is aloft, endeavoring to strike anyone he deems fit with his love-potion laced arrow. Hearts are aflutter, and smiles are flowing generously, not to mention all of the sweets! Thus, this February fourteenth may be the best time for you to attempt to come out of your shell. Valentine's day affords us with ample opportunity to throw out little hints, or flirt, or even begin a conversation with that special someone that you have your eyes on. Perfect, because you are less likely to be rebuffed when your other half is seeing romance all around them.
People tend to let their guard down a bit during any types of Holiday's, especially major ones. And since Valentine's day sprang from forbidden love, what better time to grow a little bold? Whether or not you make a big deal out of the holiday is your own personal choice, but even small gestures will undeniably go a long way. A small rose left at a desk, or in an office to let someone know that you care (red and pink would be good colors to give to a new girl/boyfriend, while orange is suggestive of desire). Handing out small Valentine's cards is a cute idea if you are hoping to get someone to notice you without having to be obvious about it on your part.
Candy can be given out. If you are looking to get that cute guy to notice you, baking a batch of your famous chocolate chip cookies or your brownies will get you some attention. Perhaps wrapping up a small bunch in colorful cellophane with a quaint bow would be the ideal way to begin conversing with that hopeful beau of yours. Sending out E-cards is a great way to glide easily into the Valentines day games, because you can send them to several people at once. If you feel that your intended recipient is less than interested, you can always claim that it was simply a friendly thing that you forwarded from another friend, no one will be the wiser.
Offer up a kiss! See that 'certain someone' in the hallway, and offer them a kiss. A chocolate one, of course. Yet omitting that small fact or saying it after a pause might get a reaction out of that significant other. If they're not interested, they will turn you down gently, assuming you are merely being friendly. But if they are interested, friendly or even playful banter may ensue. Handing out carnations to all of the girls at work may also be worth the small smile that emits from that pretty gal that you wish to woo. She may think of you later as she smells the sweet scent of the flower. Or grab an extra cup of that icy coffee drink on your way in to work, handing it to that one that weakens your knees. A simple Valentine's gesture, yet thoughtful as well as non committal.
Wear red or pink, or a tie (or boxers, if you are in friendly company) with hearts on it that will become a conversation starter. You never know what might come out of a simple flirty conversation. Send a drink to that hottie at the end of the bar, or share your dessert with that gal across the table from you. Little things can turn into big things on the holiday of love. Basically, most people expect small niceties or sweet gestures on this day of the year. If you know someone that is single, especially reach out a hand to give something sweet that will lighten their day. Stating that Valentine's Day may be one of the best opportunities to overcome your shyness is an understatement. It is far better than to try, than to kick yourself later for not doing so!
