Texting has become one of the most popular ways of communicating messages to those we love. Being in love feels amazing, and you can use a text message to let the other person know how you feel.

But then, there is a lot that goes on before you can send that message. Should you send the message or not? Shooting your messages through text exposes you to “who is this?” responses, and that is where things can get a bit out of order. It is never a pleasant feeling to receive such a response from someone who may not know you. Or, you can get ghosted by someone who may not be interested.

These are some of the reasons people become afraid to send a text message to their crush. Face-to-face interaction seems to have all the answers for you to know whether or not someone wants to hang out. You can be sure to get a more direct response since they can see you.

However, on the flipside, texting might just be all you need to start up a relationship. If the person you are messaging means a lot to you, but you are afraid to face him or her, you can use well-constructed messages to attract their attention and build something great.

In this how-to text guide, we will be looking at some of the reasons why you should not stop texting your crush. Even when all the odds are not in your favor, you can use this opportunity to get her attention, as we have mentioned above.

Telling someone how you feel, asking them on a date, or apologizing for a mistake you may have made is always made a good thing. The tricky part is knowing how and when to spill the beans.

Many people will argue that such things are best said in person, which is true. But it could be that those people don’t know how to text or have not faced the situation where texting is their only option.

Anyway, should you text him/her if you have a crush on them?

 

Basic rules for texting your crush

The only reason your text may not work is if you don’t have the right tools to achieve it. We will be sharing some basic rules for texting that will turn you into an effective texter.

 

Make sure she has your number

The last thing you want is for your crush to keep asking who you are and how you got her number. Therefore, you need to make sure that she has saved your details on her phone, and you can take it from there.

There are several ways to get that number.

• Ask her personally. The first and most effective way of getting a girl’s number is by asking for it from her directly. This way it will be easier to explain to her how you got it and use it any way you want. If she refuses to give it, that should tell you to leave her alone or try some other time.
• From her friends. We all have friends that know the people we know. If you know someone in her life that can help, use that opportunity to ask them for the number. However, make sure this friend tells them that you asked for the number so that you can start texting her with ease.
• Use online channels. Some people post their mobile numbers on certain websites, like social media pages. But this is not the best source for this kind of information.

If you know any other way of getting her number, be sure to use it. For instance, you might be going to the same school, where you ask her to register for a club or any other program.

 

Timing is key

When should you text your crush? Now that you have struggled to get her number, you want to make sure it does not go to waste.

The first text should be in the first twenty-four hours. Contrary to what many people say that you have to wait for up to a week, texting the same day ensures she remembers you, and you can start chatting immediately.

You want to let her know who you are as soon as possible. Therefore, it is easier to say, “Hey Angel, this is Gabriel, we met last night,” than “Hey, this is Gabriel, we met last week.”

If she cannot remember you, she is more likely to ghost on you.

Other texts should follow the next day, or after two days, depending on how she responds to the first. Things can only get easier once you know where you stand.

 

How much should you text?

Bombarding your crush with text messages is a sign of desperation more than concern, and you don’t want her feeling that. As such, it is crucial to know when and how to send messages.

Aim to create a balanced conversation. She should be actively involved in replying to your texts. If you send ten texts and she only responds twice, this is a clear sign that you should let it go.

Let her initiate the conversation. And do not send another message when she has not responded to the previous one. This can easily scare her away, thinking you are much too into her.

Also, give her some space to do other things. The idea of texting all day, every day may sound appealing to you, but you don’t want to risk overdoing it.

 

What to text

The most important thing here is what should be included in your text. Nothing will stop you from winning her heart if you know how to write a good text message.

If it’s the first message after getting her number, the message should include her name and your name. And then you should ask her to save your number so that she knows who she is talking to every time you start a conversation. Including her name makes it more personalized.

It would help if you had a couple of interesting conversation starters that will get you a text back for the other messages. Think about fun topics or shared interests.

 

Be consistent

Consistency is key to good texting. It’s crucial to be consistent in what you text, how you text, and what you text.

For instance, you can be texting her a good morning message every day, followed by a check-in during the day. Keep this routine to let her know you care and she is special to you.

Always find the right words to write in your messages and stay sober when you write. You want her to feel that she can count on you.

 

The reason you should not put off texting your crush

Now that you know how to develop a good texting habit, here are some reasons why you should not put off texting your crush.

 

It is easier if you get nervous

Many people get nervous when they come face-to-face with their crush. This situation can take away their ability to speak effectively or act in a normal way.

For those who find it hard to concentrate around their crush, it is even harder talking to them in person. It’s not easy opening your mouth and telling them how you feel.

Besides, they may respond with a big NO, if you ask them to put out directly. Now, we know that facing such an embarrassment is not something for everyone.

Therefore, texting remains the best way to approach her and give her your mind. Even if she rejects you, it hurts less than it would if you spoke to her in-person.

Even if your crush is your best friend, telling her directly that you have other feelings for her is never easy. It gets easier to ask her out on a date if you already have her number.

Just be sure to create an attractive text message.

 

You can be creative with words

How many times have you lacked the right words to tell someone when you are with them? It is as if the brain clams up, and you cannot think of anything good to say.

You may have practiced a lot of things you wish to tell her prior to the meeting, but they just evaporate when you see her.

But you can never lack what to say over text. It gives you the opportunity to plan your words well before sending them. This is why effective texters often delete their messages several times before composing the right one.

Besides, there could be more to talk about over the phone than when you are sitting next to her. Since good texts are short and precise, you can text each other the whole night and still feel you have not exhausted what you wanted to say.

Picking up from where you left off the next day makes it even easier.

 

The screen shields real emotions

The hardest part about texting your crush is when you get a rejection or she ghosts you. This can also happen when you have done something wrong, and she gets really mad at you.

Receiving an “I’m disappointed!” message is still more polite than hearing it directly from someone. Chances are you are the only one who will know about it, and you can decide what to do with this knowledge.

Keep in mind that you can steer the conversation in any direction you want.

 

It can get to a date

One of the best ways to ask someone out on a date is via text. If this person is really impressed with your texting skills, they will want to know what you can offer if you meet in person.

However, this only happens if you know how to create attractive texts. Not just any text message will get her to like you. But if you can keep her engaged over the phone, a lot more can happen when you meet.

 

It is a great way to flirt

Girls love someone who can flirt with them a little. Flirting is quite hard when you are with someone physically.

But send them a cute message with a picture from the past, and you will make them blush.

Besides, you can flirt without being too offensive. A little flirting does not hurt anyone.

 

Texting builds a strong relationship

Relationship experts advise that constant texting is good for building a healthy relationship. Some people find it good to text each day.

The best thing about a text is that you can send one even when someone is engaged, and they will receive it, as opposed to calling. You can use it to check in on your crush at any time of the day.

 

The best way to check in on her

“Hi. How is your day going on? I hope you are ok.” Such a text can mean so much to someone. You can text them every day without making it look like you are too much. If you were to try using phone calls in the same manner, you would quickly become a nuisance.

 

Use texts for simple conversations

Texting is very easy. All you have to do is know how to compose effective text messages, and everything else will fall into place.

The best way to text someone is by creating short and direct messages. Hence, it does not have to be complicated.

 

It does not cost much to send a text message

Compare chatting through text messages overnight to making a phone call for the same period. You will find texting cheaper and more convenient.

Texting is silent too. No one else can listen in on your conversation. Hence, you can flirt as much as you want, and it will be just between you and her.

 

Share memories via text (pictures and videos)

“I saw this *insert a picture/memory*, and it got me thinking about you.” Only through a text can you send your crush a memory of something she or you did together. Such simple things build strong relationships.

Well, there you have it, these are the reasons why you should keep texting your crush. In summary, it can help you build your confidence in conversations.