I'm going to get some guts

[crustyrobin]

I think I'm going to ask someone out on a date...But I first have to get over my utter fear of rejection. UGH. The thought of even making that phone call is making me sick.

I think I'm going to ask her to go do some graffiti with me on Sunday night, good idea? you tell me...

Comments

[dnidz]

Wow, going graffitting for a (first?) date -- sounds like fun. Don't worry about the fact that you're nervous; if she picks up on it she'll hopefully be flattered that you care that much about her response. If she turns you down I know it won't be easy, but remember that it is her loss, too.

The only way I've found to get better at handling rejection is through practice. Blech. I don't practice often, either. But there was one time when I finally managed to work up the nerve to ask, and got turned down in a kind way that left me feeling very good about the whole experience. My offer of a date was thoroughly rejected, but I as a person was not. Remember that the two are totally separate matters. If she can't make the distinction, is she really worth your time and trouble?

So take a deep breath. Repeat as needed. And go for it!!!
[note to self: I need to take my own advice in this matter more often...]

Best of luck,
Daniel

[wild_things]

hey this is svet. i might be coming to portland next week. we should kick it.

Re:

[crustyrobin]

Yea, kicking it should happen. Number=503-288-4470, address=4034 N Mississippi. Call or show up, hanging out will happen.

[wild_things]

sweet.

[greasyspoon]

I would be way flattered if a boy asked me out to graffitti for the first date!

:) Good luck.

[loveandrage]

come on, go for it! Graffiti dates are way hot!

"hey baby, you want to color the city together?"