This article was co-authored by Julianne Cantarella and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Julianne Cantarella is a Dating Coach, Certified Life Coach, Licensed Social Worker, and the CEO and President of New Jersey's Matchmaker. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in helping women heal from a heartbreak and create healthy long-term relationships. Julianne created a comprehensive transformational date coaching program From First Date to Soulmate™ that has helped hundreds of women find love. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University. Julianne has contributed to numerous media such as Your Tango Online Magazine, 24Seven Wellness Magazine, and Talk of The Town Magazine. She has also been featured as a relationship expert on CBS, iHeartRadio, and PBS “This Emotional Life Project.”
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When a guy tells you you’re cute, everything can suddenly stand still—what do you do? What do you say? Whether he’s your crush, best friend, or someone you’re not interested in, he’s complimenting you. You’re amazing inside and out, and you can own that! The next time you’re called “cute” by a guy, try out these responses for flirting back, welcoming the attention, or appreciating the compliment.
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QuestionHow do you respond to a flirty compliment?Julianne CantarellaJulianne Cantarella is a Dating Coach, Certified Life Coach, Licensed Social Worker, and the CEO and President of New Jersey's Matchmaker. With over a decade of experience, she specializes in helping women heal from a heartbreak and create healthy long-term relationships. Julianne created a comprehensive transformational date coaching program From First Date to Soulmate™ that has helped hundreds of women find love. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Ramapo College of New Jersey and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University. Julianne has contributed to numerous media such as Your Tango Online Magazine, 24Seven Wellness Magazine, and Talk of The Town Magazine. She has also been featured as a relationship expert on CBS, iHeartRadio, and PBS “This Emotional Life Project.”
Dating & Relationship CoachRespond in kind, if you feel comfortable enough! Try to mirror his language by being quick-witted and flirtatious yourself. If you don't feel comfortable, feel free to redirect the conversation to a different topic.
References
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ https://www.marriage.com/advice/relationship/when-he-calls-you-cute-sexy-or-beautiful/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201312/mastering-the-delicate-art-responding-compliments
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a37411573/best-flirty-emojis/
- ↑ https://tfcs.baruch.cuny.edu/giving-and-accepting-compliments-2/
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201312/mastering-the-delicate-art-responding-compliments
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.
- ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 6 August 2021.