Practice moving between her world, your world, and shared ground so texting does not become an interview or a monologue.
Training attribute
Talk about her to show attention, talk about yourself to add substance, and talk about shared ground to create connection.
Most stalled conversations are stuck in one lane. Too many questions feel like an interview. Too much self-talk feels like a pitch.
Do not immediately assume rejection. Check what lane you have been using and switch lanes.
A good follow-up adds a small detail, asks one light question, or names a shared observation. It does not ask for emotional reassurance.
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