How to Get Your Introverted Son to Talk to the Girl He Likes

When your shy guy has a crush, he might struggle to express his feelings -- or even talk to the girl that he likes. While you don't want to make him feel uncomfortable, gently encouraging him to strike up a conversation with his crush might help him gain some confidence. Your introverted son's first crush might not lead to a long-lasting relationship, but a friendly relationship with the girl he likes might help him come out of his shell.

  1. Relate to Him

    • Your shy son isn't the first introverted kid to exist -- in fact, you might have dealt with shyness, or at least shy periods, during your own childhood. Talk to your son about how you dealt with shyness or childhood crushes. If your son is feeling down about his shy behavior, your revelation about struggles with shyness will make him feel more confident, according to the University of New England. Share how you worked up the courage to talk to that first girl you had a crush on to boost your introverted son's self-esteem.

    Role Play

    • Your shy son might first rebuff your suggestion to practice a conversation with the girl he likes, but a practice run can help him feel more confident in talking to his crush. Brainstorm some possible conversation topics -- whether he asks her a question about a homework assignment or brings up a shared interest. Discussing what he wants to talk to his crush about -- and practicing that conversation -- might help your shy son talk to her.

    Set a Goal

    • A measurable goal can help your shy son break out of his shell and approach the girl he likes. He can start small by aiming to simply say hello to his crush or ask her a question about class. Over time, he can increase his goals to striking up a short conversation with her and getting to know more about her interests. With each goal reached, your introverted son will build some confidence as he builds a friendship with his crush.

    Create Opportunities to Interact

    • Give your son chances to socialize with the girl he likes. While many social opportunities are dictated by the routine of the school day, your introverted son can find other casual ways to reach out to his crush. Encourage him to attend extracurricular activities, such as school sporting events, that his crush -- and other friends -- might attend. A relaxed social setting might be the ideal spot for your introverted son to strike up a conversation with the girl he likes.

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