[header] How to date a nerd [title] Don't assume disinterest. [step] Nerds often have social anxiety. They might ask questions to keep the conversation going, but become so worried about what to say next that they don't listen to your answers. <sep> (A) Embrace uncertainty or shyness in your interactions. If someone starts talking about himself or herself you may not understand him or her. (B) If you suspect a nerd is interested in you, you may want to step back away from the conversation. If the subjects don't seem to be going well, excuse yourself for a moment to take a break. (C) [title] Try picking a nerd that you genuinely like. [step] Nerds aren't afraid to try new things. (D) [substeps] Give the nerd time to open up to you. They'll be better at listening once they feel more at ease.
D