A light touch on the arm is good for first contact. A nice way to establish contact without being too pushy or overtly obvious. A fist bump or playful high-five can also work.
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I generally keep my hands to myself. In the past I have let the woman touch me when she feels comfortable, but I never initiate.
Growing up, if any boy touched a girl for any reason, they were in danger of a slap in the face (or a kick somewhere), and with all the sexual harassment lawsuits these days I don't even chance it in the workplace.
I grew up Baptist, so I'm 100% positive that any physical contact whatsoever before you kiss at the altar is unscriptural.
I think its different in different line of work. In my work environment, its normal to hug everyone. Even yesterday, I got some of my parents (students parents) hug me, just randomly. I don't even think about it.
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That is so weird.
I have bosses and fellow employees hug me all the time! And visa-versa.
Only those we'd call "uptight" refuse to be touched and don't initate, and even then, they're teased for it.
Who knew North American culture could be so different.
The touch is a big move for many guys. Should it be the calculated yawn then put your arm around her back? Brushing her hair back with your hand? Holding her hand? The first kiss at the end of the date? For me it always seems to be different. I've heard some guys stop short but I don't go there.
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That is so weird.
I have bosses and fellow employees hug me all the time! And visa-versa.
Only those we'd call "uptight" refuse to be touched and don't initate, and even then, they're teased for it.
Who knew North American culture could be so different.
Touch her soul first.. please.. I think all the rest who cares.. it will come without effort..