Meeting a new crush is a wild mix of butterflies and brain fog. You’re side-eyeing them in hallways, manifesting miracles, and hatching elaborate schemes with your friends just to break the ice.

Whether you’re using dating apps or going retro with a handwritten note, one thing stays the same: asking the right questions makes all the difference.

But even the right questions come with their own minefield of worries. You’re constantly walking a tightrope wanting to be charming without sounding clingy, curious without being creepy.

That’s why we’ve gathered a list of thoughtful, mood-based questions, so you don’t have to overthink every text or moment. Whether things are just beginning or picking up steam, these can help keep the conversation flowing.

First-Move Questions to Ask Your Crush

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