If you are new to a city, workplace or anywhere at all, it can be very daunting. You want to connect with people, especially if there is a particular person who has picked your interest, but how do you go about it without being creepy?
1. Assess
Before launching out, you have to do some introspection. Ask yourself if there is a real connection between you and this person you have your eyes on. Is there a specific reason you want to be friends or you are just lonely or motivated by superficial reasons?

2. Go through the process
You can’t rush friendship. It must grow organically and so be patient. It may begin with a mundane small talk before you progress to divulging deep secrets so try not to be too expectant.

3. Take the first step
If you are the quiet type and you really like this person, you would have to step out of your comfort zone. Talk and over time, open yourself up, so the person can reciprocate. If you don’t, the person may not be able to trust you just yet.

4. Spend time together
As you open yourself up, you must find avenues to spend time together, of course, not in a stalker-way. Invite the person for events and in the course, find your mutual interests.

5. Follow him/her
No, I don’t mean you should follow the person around. Social media has become a big part of our lives so following each other on social media allows you two connect better and can be great conversation openings.

6. Ask questions
If there are things about the person you would like to know, don’t snoop around. Just ask. It allows the person open up on his/her terms.
In all these, remember that you should never force any relationship. If the friendship is not blossoming on its own, let it be.

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