move quickly from texting to a real date

let him know if you want a second date

graciously tell a man when you’re not interested

if you like him a lot but you are nervous

show interest without coming off as desperate or chasing

deepen the connection as you begin to really like him

find out whether he could be a good husband or father

set boundaries that protect your standards without pushing him away

make him want to open up to you more

tell him you want exclusivity without pressure or ultimatums

[BONUS] communicate your unmet needs without sounding needy

[BONUS] inspire the right man to move toward genuine devotion to you