Health·Posted on Jul 27, 201525 Dating Tips Every Introvert Needs To KnowLess awkward, more awesome.by Julia ReinsteinBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail We recently asked members of the BuzzFeed Community what their best introverted dating tip is. Here are some of the most helpful responses: 1. Suggest meeting up at a restaurant you know you like. View this photo on Instagram 2. Get your extroverted friends to play wingman. View this photo on Instagram 3. Treat strangers like old friends. View this photo on Instagram 4. Be upfront about your introversion. View this photo on Instagram 5. Be your own coach. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 6. Focus on friendships first. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. Ask questions. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. And keep the conversation rolling by returning questions asked of you. 9. Reframe your thoughts so it's not all about impressing them. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 10. Don't expect instant chemistry. View this photo on Instagram 11. Break the ice on a first date with a fun activity. View this photo on Instagram 12. Or go to the movies. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 13. Or take a walk. Bonus points if it's with a dog. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. Plan a date that puts you totally in your element. View this photo on Instagram 15. Try dating another introvert. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 16. But don't count out an extrovert. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 17. Remember that the right person won't rush you. View this photo on Instagram 18. Find a common hobby. View this photo on Instagram 19. Don't feel the need to fill every awkward silence. View this photo on Instagram 20. Be super honest when you're overwhelmed. No one's a mind reader. View this photo on Instagram 21. When it comes to parties, have a system. View this photo on Instagram 22. You might have to compromise sometimes. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 23. Keep your head up. View this photo on Instagram 24. Find the person who's even better to hang out with than being alone. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 25. And don't forget: Everyone likes pizza and Netflix. View this photo on Instagram