The Do's and Don'ts of Txt Msg Flirting

source: MSN Lifestyle

Do's
1. DO say the words "text me" when you give out your number to a new guy.

2. DO text him back within 24 hours. Anything beyond that reads "I'm just not that into you — or your texts."

3. DO ask him out over text. If you like him, gauge his interest by sending a light-date invite without hesitation.

4. DO use the phone on certain occasions. For instance, if he calls you and you like him, you absolutely must return the call. Texting back in response to his call reads uninterested.

5. DO learn how to send him into the friend zone.

6. DO send a thank-you text, post-date. Even if there were no sparks, it's just proper flirtext etiquette.



Don'ts
1. DON'T just text "HI". Even if the only reason you're texting him is that you're thinking about him. This kind of short and shy flirtexting typically leads nowhere.

2. DON'T purposely send him a "mis - text".

3. DON'T kid yourself. If he only texts you past 10 P.M., he's just looking to hook up with you. The late-night flirtexter does not want to date you. Respond at your own risk.

4. DON'T TUI (Text Under the Influence).

5. DON'T go overboard with abbreviations and acronyms. Things like "MTFBWU" (May the force be with you) and overzealous "LOL" usage should be reserved for texts with your tween cousin or BFF, not to a PBF (potential boyfriend).

6. DON'T send a sexy message before you are in an exclusive relationship. Doing this puts your secret fantasies at a high risk of being forwarded to all of his male coworkers.

7. DON'T text your ex. This is rule is especially important to remember when you're feeling lonely and vulnerable.