Either way, asking them why they haven't answered (or worse, getting offended by their lack of response) won't help you.

Not only will this showcase your interesting and playful nature, but it will also help to put your date at ease.

It also makes you look like a try hard in need of approval.

Watch this video for an amazing exercise you can do with me to create over 30 conversation starters that work for you The best conversation starters are situation-specific.

" A specific question about something someone will remember with fondness is a lot more interesting to answer than, "How's your week going? Based on a not at all peer-reviewed study, 90 percent of people using online dating apps are bored out of their minds. You're the princess, he's the prince, and you call out to him: "Oh, won't some hero come save me from this stifling castle keep!

" Also, maybe you also loved that book/movie/food item, and now you guys have something in common and are going to be watching Foreign Thrillers with Strong Female Leads together forever! " It's a little unorthodox, but anything's better than "Sup?