I continue, “Here’s the thing. I know you’ve been reading about this stuff for a while now. I know when you read about it, you get to read about all of these cool whiz-bang theories and lines, all of these strategies and crazy stories guys have.

“But look, you didn’t sign up for that. You may think you signed up for that. You may think that’s what you were getting into. But it’s not. You signed up for awkwardness. Lots and lots of awkwardness and uncomfortable social situations. That’s what this stuff really is.

“I could sit here and give you all the right lines and the whole playbook. But you’d still feel just as awkward and nervous right now. And you’d still feel just as awkward and uncomfortable in front of her. That’s the real game, awkwardness. Not lines or techniques. It’s about putting yourself in awkward situations and until they feel comfortable. That’s the real game. It’s not always sexy or exciting, but that’s how it is.”