This article was co-authored by Imad Jbara and by How.com.vn staff writer, Jessica Gibson. Imad Jbara is a Dating Coach for NYC Wingwoman LLC, a relationship coaching service based in New York City. 'NYC Wingwoman' offers matchmaking, wingwoman services, 1-on-1 Coaching, and intensive weekend bootcamps. Imad services 100+ clients, men and women, to improve their dating lives through authentic communication skills. He has a BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
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It's a totally normal situation—you're really enjoying talking with someone when suddenly they start flirting. If you're already seeing a guy, you don't want to lead this person on, but you also don't want to hurt their feelings. You can start by dropping hints and get more direct if they're not picking up the clues. We've listed some tried-and-true suggestions below to help you break the news.
Things You Should Know
- Announce that you just got a text from your boyfriend, or casually drop his name in your conversation.
- Tell them that you're flattered, but you're taken. Keep the conversation going to avoid making things awkward.
- Ask a friend to make your relationship clear, or tell the person outright that you're not interested if they don't take the hint.
Steps
Expert Q&A
- QuestionHow do you politely reject someone through text?Imad JbaraImad Jbara is a Dating Coach for NYC Wingwoman LLC, a relationship coaching service based in New York City. 'NYC Wingwoman' offers matchmaking, wingwoman services, 1-on-1 Coaching, and intensive weekend bootcamps. Imad services 100+ clients, men and women, to improve their dating lives through authentic communication skills. He has a BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
Dating CoachBe honest but polite! Say something like "I'm flattered that you want to get to know me, but I'm already seeing someone." - QuestionHow do you politely decline a flirt?Imad JbaraImad Jbara is a Dating Coach for NYC Wingwoman LLC, a relationship coaching service based in New York City. 'NYC Wingwoman' offers matchmaking, wingwoman services, 1-on-1 Coaching, and intensive weekend bootcamps. Imad services 100+ clients, men and women, to improve their dating lives through authentic communication skills. He has a BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
Dating CoachKeep it simple! Just say "Thanks for the compliment, but I'm already seeing somebody and I'd rather not jeopardize that relationship."
Tips
References
- ↑ https://www.thrillist.com/sex-dating/nation/when-to-tell-someone-you-just-met-that-you-have-a-significant-other
- ↑ Imad Jbara. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 5 November 2019.
- ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/advice/a4190/when-to-reveal-significant-others/
- ↑ Imad Jbara. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 5 November 2019.
- ↑ https://youtu.be/vI0XFYSJ1mY?t=163
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/how-to-tell-a-guy-youre-already-taken/
- ↑ https://www.marieclaire.com/sex-love/advice/a4190/when-to-reveal-significant-others/
- ↑ https://www.hercampus.com/school/temple/best-ways-let-guy-know-you-have-boyfriend
- ↑ https://www.bolde.com/how-to-tell-a-guy-youre-already-taken/
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