FIND OUT HIS BOYFRIEND POTENTIAL, QUICK!
You don't have to date a guy for a month to figure out what he's all about. With our sneaky tips, you can quickly suss out his boyfriend potential. Next time you're flirting with a guy at school or IM'ing with your crush, sneak in some questions about the following subjects. Or just observe him in his natural environment (as they say on the nature documentaries). The clues he gives you can be surprisingly revealing!
Ask Him About... His Favorite Sport
If your crush digs solo sports (such as running or swimming), he likes his independence. This guy probably needs lots of "alone time" and doesn't want to be pinned down in a typical romantic relationship. Let him see that you're an independent woman who has her own thing going on. Also, don't blindly agree with everything he says - disagree (nicely) if you have a point to make. He'll respect you for it, and it could create sparks between you.
If he's a fan of - or plays - team sports (like football or basketball), he's the competitive type - in love as well as in games. Friendly banter and joking will make him notice you. This fella also likes hanging with a group, so group activities could be a sneaky way to get him into your inner circle. Whatever you do, don't put down his friends - he's ultra-loyal, and will choose them over a new girl.
What if your crush is not into sports at all? It's a clue that he's an independent thinker, probably with a sensitive streak. Appeal to his artistic side by asking him about his favorites in music, art and literature, and sharing your own personal tastes. With any luck, you'll have lots in common to bond over.
Ask Him About... His Favorite Restaurant Meal
On the other hand, a meat-and-potatoes type guy can usually be counted on to be steady and dependable. He might not rock your world with wild partying, but he'll be there when you need him.
If your crush has exotic tastes - from sushi to Middle Eastern fare - he's Mr. Spontaneous. That can be a whole lot of fun when you're out on your first date, but might get tired quickly when he gets bored with the "same old thing" - which could mean being with the same girl.
Ask Him About... How Long He's Known His Friends
If the guy you've been eying has been hanging with the same posse since he was 7 years old, he's definitely a loyal dude. But he also hates change - so if you don't like him the way he is, don't waste your time on him. He also keeps his friendship circle pretty tight, and it can be hard to break in. Be patient - it takes time, but he does make room for people he thinks are really worth it.
If your crush has friends from a bunch of different areas of his life - school, karate class, work - he's proving that he has great social skills. This dude can get along with new people and find things in common with nearly anyone. So don't be shy about inviting him to a friend's party, or even bringing him to a family barbeque.
If all of your crush's friends are new, do some probing. Did he recently move here, so he had to make all new friends? Did he go through a positive change, and it was time to drop old friends with bad habtits? There can be good reasons a guy's friends are freshly minted. But to find out, you'll have to ask further. If there doesn't seem to be a motive, watch out - your crush might be anything from disloyal, to unreliable, to plain unlikeable.