Dating advice needed for an 18year old(first timer)

[wayne]

hey everyone!

I just came across this awesome forum .I 'm 18 now and I really wish I knew this site back when I was an early teen.I'm kinda old now,haha.

Anyway,here's the deal. I have NEVER gone out with a girl before.I just didn't feel about the girl in that way.Ofcourse, I had tons of crushes but nothing big.

So,I'm in my college second year now(here in Asia,we start college at 17/18) and ever since my first year I had a crush on this batch mate.She's really cute.Not that I am desperate for a gf but I don't want to miss out on getting to know her.

So,during the winter break of 1st year,I just started a small conversation with her on FB and she responded nicely.
Later during the sem, she recognized me and was kinda glancing at me,expecting me to go talk to her.But,me being a wuss of highest order,freaked out and ignored her.I'm such an ass.t
But I still like her and then during the summer break,I just sent a 'hi' on FB to which she didn't yet respond.
Now in second year too,she gives the same random looks sometimes but doesn't care most of the time.
I want to ask her out,but have no clue what so ever.
Please note that Asian girls aren't really that outgoing as their Western Counter parts,so please give me an advice.

[Synyster Shadows]

Hey there. Welcome to VT. I know exactly what you mean. I'm in the same position, sorta. Just try to pretend that she's not a crush but merely someone you want to be friends with and take it slow. once you are friends, then remember why you wanted to know this girl and casually ask her. (I've never tried this but I know I should.)

[Atonement]

If she isn't as outgoing, I would try to become familiar with her. As in, be able to strike up a conversation with her and just be acquaintances/friends first. From there, invite her out on a date or to hangout. That way, you can work your way into dating rather than just asking for an immediate yes or no of if she'll go out with you.

[wayne]

hey thanks for the reply guys. Well,you guys forgot one thing.She already knows I have a crush on her.so,being pals now ain't an option i think.also,we have no mutual friends,what so ever.How do I approach? I was thinking i'll just gather some guts and ask her directly that I donot want to miss out on getting to know her.what say?

[wayne]

anyone?

[Atonement]

See if you can find anything in common or have an excuse to talk to her. If you have classes together, if there's a group project ask to work with her. Find some reason to associate, then try to be friendly and see how it goes. These aren't really things you can force but rather create opportunities for it to go well.