Master the nuanced skill of initiating conversations. This guide explores the right level of politeness to make others eager to talk to you.

Hello, hello! Probably everyone who has ever visited*senior dating websites has encountered this awkward moment: you seem to want to start a conversation, but you don’t know how to do it so that the person doesn’t run away at the speed of light. And I, as a real ukrainian women dating website researcher, decided to share a couple of funny thoughts!

First, forget about the dull “Hello, how are you?”. This message looks like you’ve sent it 100 times in a row. Better come up with something original, for example: “Do you believe in love at first sight, or do you need at least two messages?” Funny, cute and most importantly – you want to answer!)

Second, don’t be afraid to be yourself. Sometimes it seems that on international singles dating site everyone is so serious and wants to decide everything right away... a house, a wedding, children. But getting to know someone is a game, not an exam. Add some humor, be yourself, and don't be afraid to open up!

And finally, be polite and attentive. Politeness is not just "hello," but also the ability to listen as if every word is a small adventure, to answer as quickly as if you were on a super important date, and not to forget to add something like: "So, how many times have you saved the world today?" Then the other person will subtly think that you are on the same path!

Do you have any signature phrases for starting a correspondence?

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