Recently, I came across a particularly interesting video online featuring Scottie Barnes, a player for the Toronto Raptors, sharing his secrets on finding a girlfriend during a live stream. Honestly, as a single guy who often stays at home binge-watching shows, his advice really struck a chord with me.
Barnes was very straightforward: "Dude, get out more. Look, that's your problem. You say you need a girlfriend, but you never go out." This hit me right where it hurts. Think about it, we complain all the time about not being able to find someone, but if we never even step out the door, how can opportunities come knocking?
His advice was very down-to-earth: go to the mall. This reminded me of a comment I saw from a netizen a few days ago: "Every time I go to the mall, I feel like I'm invisible, not even the salespeople pay attention to me." Actually, the mall is a really magical place. Not only are there a plethora of goods, but also a variety of people. As Barnes said, if you see someone you like, go ask for their phone number, don't be shy.
Speaking of which, I recalled another experience shared by a netizen: "Last week at the mall, I saw a really cute girl, mustered up the courage to approach her, and found out she was my high school classmate!" Such coincidences are truly amusing. Although not every attempt will be successful, at least you've taken the first step, right?
Barnes also emphasized the importance of confidence. I think this is particularly crucial. As one netizen put it: "Actually, what girls dislike the most isn't you approaching them, but you being timid." Indeed, a confident attitude is often more important than looks.
However, approaching someone is also an art. I saw a netizen complain: "Last time at the mall, I saw a girl, got nervous, and ended up saying 'Hello, I want to buy you'." Such awkward moments are really both funny and cringe-worthy. So, preparing a few opening lines in advance is definitely necessary.
Overall, Barnes' advice, though simple, is quite sensible. Instead of staying at home scrolling through your phone all day, why not go out more? Maybe at some mall, you'll meet the person who makes your heart skip a beat?
Finally, I'd like to end today's share with a comment from a netizen: "Love is like a discounted item at the mall, if you miss it, you really miss it." So, next time you're at the mall, why not pay a bit more attention to the people around you? Who knows, maybe your fate is waiting for you just around the corner?