{"id":28811,"date":"2022-02-12T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-12T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/?p=28811"},"modified":"2022-12-20T02:30:42","modified_gmt":"2022-12-20T10:30:42","slug":"how-to-facetime-your-crush","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zoosk.com\/date-mix\/online-dating-tips\/how-to-facetime-your-crush\/","title":{"rendered":"How To FaceTime Your Crush So It’s Not Awkward"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Being unsure about how to FaceTime your crush is becoming increasingly common. But, this is hardly surprising. Especially as the popularity of video dating soared and virtual dates online became the norm<\/a>. Whether you\u2019re new to the world of dating apps, or are someone who spends a lot of their time chatting up fellow singles online, knowing how to have a fun, relaxed, and engaging FaceTime call with a crush is becoming ever more important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A recent survey showed that 69% of dating app users in the US were open to using video chatting<\/a> to get to know a potential partner better. Pre-pandemic, only 6% had tried it. So, if you\u2019re one of the ones who\u2019s giving this new way of dating a try, here are a few tips on how to FaceTime your crush so it\u2019s not awkward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to FaceTime Your Crush: 6 Top Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Keep it light<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although you can get to know someone pretty well through video chatting, it usually takes meeting up in person to figure out just how deep the connection goes. You can\u2019t know how their hands feel holding yours, or how they act on a date out when you\u2019re not physically there with them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So try not to get too overly invested before planning to meet in real life. Keep the conversation light and relaxed when FaceTiming your crush. Try out questions along the lines of, \u201cWhat\u2019s been your most recent binge watch?\u201d and avoid ones like, \u201cSo, how many kids do you want someday?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Go on a virtual date<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual dates are all the craze right now. Not only are they fun but they\u2019re also a great way to avoid the dreaded awkwardness. When thinking about how to FaceTime your crush, this is an option not to be missed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wherever you choose to go, traveling the world from your couch is a fun way to keep the conversation flowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Incorporate a movie into your chat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When considering how to FaceTime your crush, watching a movie together is a great option. Try out a platform like Teleparty<\/a>, which lets you and your crush watch your favorite shows in real-time together. Pick something that you haven\u2019t seen before but don\u2019t mind chatting over (like a notoriously bad movie). Or, choose the latest blockbuster that you both really wanted to see. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This way, there\u2019s always something to talk about because there\u2019s another form of entertainment to distract you from any potentially awkward moments. There\u2019ll also be less pressure to keep the conversation going if you\u2019re both relaxed watching a movie together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Try out a game or quiz together<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One way to keep things entertaining during a FaceTime call is to play something together. Taking part in a game can stimulate conversation and help you to get to know each other better. Just how competitive are you both? And what kinds of games do you love playing? Find a co-op video game or break out a two-player board game. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If games aren\u2019t your thing, try taking a quiz together and chat about your results. For pure fun and laughter, the weirder the quiz the better. Or, if you want to get to know each other better, try out quizzes like \u201cWhich Characters Are You<\/a>?\u201d to get an idea of your crush\u2019s personality. Are you looking for someone who relates to Britta from Community<\/em>? Or on the hunt for the Jon Snow of the dating world?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Join a social dating community <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social dating communities are great places to make new connections online. If you\u2019re looking for a casual, relaxed FaceTime idea, getting involved in one of these communities with your crush is a great option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try out Zoosk Live<\/a>, for example, a live streaming platform where you and your crush can connect in real-time. Find something you\u2019re both into and jump into the stream to join the conversation. It\u2019s not only a fun way to connect with your crush but engaging with the stream and chatting to others will help to get rid of any potentially awkward moments of silence!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Do something independently<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When trying to figure out how to FaceTime your crush it\u2019s worth remembering that you don\u2019t always have to be taking part in the same activity. While on the call, pull up a cake recipe that takes a bit of work and talk to each other while you\u2019re focused on your pastries. A little distraction often makes the call feel less awkward and can help you to feel more comfortable opening up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

By distracting your mind, you\u2019re less likely to overthink things. For a bit of a competition, you can both try the recipe at the same time. Who can follow it best? Who\u2019s the most experimental while still being able to create something edible? The choice of where to go with the challenge is up to you both, but it\u2019s always a positive when you and your crush can be creative together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice Makes Perfect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re worried about how to FaceTime your crush so it\u2019s not awkward, don\u2019t worry! Getting used to the ongoing rise of video dating<\/a> takes time and if you\u2019re struggling to adjust to the new normal, you\u2019re not alone! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practice makes perfect here and there\u2019re plenty of ways to make FaceTiming your crush easier, fun, and less awkward than just staring at each other through a screen. Be confident, be yourself, and enjoy this new way of online dating!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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