Asking Strangers How to Approach a Girl

Summary

The video transcript explores the question of whether women appreciate being approached in public, with a focus on the perspective of New York City women. The narrator challenges the notion that women dislike such advances, citing a statistic that over 75% wish to be approached more. Through street interviews and personal experiences, the video reveals that confidence and respectful approaches are key, while dating apps are seen as a low-risk alternative but often result in mediocre outcomes. The summary of interviews suggests that a genuine conversation and a nice approach can be well-received, and the narrator's own attempts at approaching women demonstrate the mixed results and learning experiences in real-life scenarios.

Takeaways

• 🗣️ Confidence is key when approaching women in public; even if you're not tall, a confident personality can be very attractive.
• 📊 Over 75% of women reportedly wish they were approached more, indicating a general openness to being approached.
• 🚶‍♂️ Men are often hesitant to approach women due to fear of being perceived as creepy or disrespectful, which may stem from safety concerns.
• 📱 The prevalence of dating apps has changed the dynamics of meeting people, with some women feeling that men are less likely to approach them in person because of the convenience of apps.
• 🤔 Women have mixed feelings about being approached; some appreciate it, while others prefer a more natural or organic interaction.
• 🙅‍♀️ Approaching a woman while she's busy or on the phone is generally seen as inappropriate and should be avoided.
• 💬 A respectful and genuine conversation is preferred over a pickup line when approaching women in public.
• 👍 Positive reactions are more likely when the approach is respectful, polite, and not overly aggressive.
• 👥 Women generally prefer meeting someone in person rather than through dating apps, valuing the authenticity and vibe of face-to-face interactions.
• 🕺 The narrator's personal experience with approaching women in public was mixed, with some successful interactions and others ending with rejection, highlighting the unpredictable nature of such encounters.
• 🔗 Social media, such as Instagram, can be an effective way to meet women, offering a more personal connection than traditional dating apps.

Q & A

What is the main topic discussed in the video script?

The main topic discussed in the video script is whether girls like to be approached in public and the experiences and opinions of various women on this subject.

What percentage of women, according to the script, wish they were approached more?

Over 75% of women, according to the statistic mentioned in the script, wish that they were approached more.

What is the speaker's approach to finding out if the statistic is true?

The speaker decides to go out and ask women in New York City directly, and also to make a real-life approach to see if the statistic holds in the real world.

What factors do the women in the script believe are important when being approached in public?

The women in the script believe that confidence, personality, being nice and respectful, and not being creepy or making the approach seem sleazy are important factors.

What are some common reservations women have about being approached in public?

Some common reservations include concerns about safety, the approach being creepy or weird, and the person approaching being too pushy or not respecting the woman's personal space.

Why do some women in the script complain about not being approached enough?

Some women complain because they feel that men are too reliant on dating apps and are not making an effort to approach women in person, missing out on opportunities for natural interaction.

What is the speaker's opinion on the role of dating apps in modern dating?

The speaker believes that dating apps provide a low-risk way of meeting people but can lead to mediocre results because there is less personal risk involved, which may reduce the potential for a meaningful connection.

What advice do the women in the script give for approaching a girl in public?

The advice includes being confident, starting with a genuine conversation, being respectful, and not using cringey pickup lines. It's also suggested to compliment the person or find a natural way to start a conversation.

What is the general preference of the women in the script regarding meeting someone: in person or on a dating app?

The general preference of the women in the script is to meet someone in person, as they value personality, the vibe, and a more organic and authentic interaction.

What was the outcome of the speaker's real-life approach attempts?

The speaker had mixed results with the real-life approaches, with some interactions going well until the speaker found out the woman had a boyfriend, and others leading to an exchange of Instagram information.

What is the final advice given by the speaker based on the experiences in the script?

The final advice given by the speaker is that confidence is key, and that approaching women in a genuine and respectful way can lead to positive reactions and relationships.