The Naked Truth | The art of flirting: how to get the best results, and things you should not do
It takes wit, body language, smarts and more to woo a potential love interest, but a playful and light attitude can go a long way. Luisa Tam has some tips on ways to flirt
Most people flirt, albeit in different ways and in various degrees, and some even do it unintentionally. Flirting is like an unspoken language that can be understood by men and women all over the world.
It is in our nature to flirt because we occasionally need attention to lift our self-esteem, and flirting seems to be an effortless way to boost self-confidence. Besides, it is also fun and enjoyable and can provide much-needed validation, especially for people in relationships that have gone stale.
Relationship experts will tell you that playful and gentle flirting with someone outside of a romantic commitment is harmless and can be healthy, provided that it is done with proper boundaries set down.
Sex educator and coach Sara Tang, who is also founder of Sarasense, a relationship consultancy, explains why flirting is good for our physical and emotional well-being.
“It’s a form of social communication and, when it’s done well, it helps to form positive connections with the people around you. It can be a form of pleasure, humour, and delight,” Tang says.
