Picking up girls is not an easy task, especially here in Egypt, where even the silliest things you do could be seen as a turn off or even worse a degrading act. And contrary to men’s beliefs, women are simple. We know what we want and we are not afraid to go out there and get it. So if you’re wondering how to approach us, here’s a list of things you should follow!

1. Don’t “psst psst, naw naw ” us or anything from that sort!

Listen you jerk, we are not animals. Use your words; it’s the only way of communicating our minds could comprehend. And FYI, the only creature who would be willing to give you a response for your “Pst Pst” is a cat, so good luck picking up that!

2. Don’t fool yourself into thinking that you are the only person who ever called her beautiful

I got news for you. You are not the first person in the world to call a girl beautiful, and you surely won’t be the last. So don’t even think that by saying this little teeny tiny word, you are going to score points! That’s not how you get a girl!

3. Don’t ask the infamous “Ana Shoftek Fen Abl Keda?” question

You didn’t. We probably don’t even hang out in the same places, so save us both the trip down the non existent memory lane. Or, in other words, save yourself the look of disgust you will most definitely get when you pop that question!

4. Don’t corner her

Cornering a girl or trapping her is not the way. It will only creep her out and she will never look you in the face again.

5. Be nice

It is actually THAT simple. Too often, guys are super busy trying to look like real badasses when they’re trying to get the girl. Most times, however, that doesn’t work out. We are more likely to talk to a stranger who is nice, so be nice for a change!

6. Avoid any form of physical contact

Don’t hold our hands, pat our backs or come even two inches close. It is not and will not be appreciated.

7. Don’t show off your “My daddy is so rich” card right away

We know that you were brought up to believe that girls are these materialistic creatures who would drop everything and run off to the nearest rich guy. That, however, is not true. So all your cars and your daddy talk are not going to help you get the girl.

8. Learn when to walk away

This one’s for both you and for the girl you want to pick up. I assure you that being clingy or forcing it is not going to help you score the girl of your dream, so walk away. Who knows? Maybe if you did, she’ll respect you and actually see something in you.

Finally, just remember to be yourself. As cliche as this might sound, it’s true. The right girl will come at the right time.