Article: If you've spotted someone cute at a party, event, restaurant, or bar, making the first move means simply introducing yourself and striking up a conversation. First, catch their eye and hold their gaze for a few seconds. Give them a small smile before you look away. Glance back a few more times and try to make eye contact at least once more, so the person knows it wasn't just a fluke. The eye contact might feel uncomfortable at first. Count out 2 seconds in your head to distract yourself from the awkwardness, then glance away naturally. No need to make a beeline straight for them! Make it seem like you're wandering over, talking with a friend or playing on your phone as you go. If they're sitting at another table, grab a friend and walk nonchalantly in that direction, chatting to each other to make it seem natural. This might feel like the hardest part, but it's also the most important! Sip your drink or take a bite of your food, then take a deep breath. Have a couple of easy conversation-starters in your back pocket to rely on. Say, "Could I get your opinion on something?" Follow up with an easy question, like "Do you know of anything else fun to do around here?" or "What do you think of the music they're playing? I'm not sold." Compliment them casually. Stay away from general comments, like "You're really cute." Instead, try something more concrete and unique, like "Your socks are amazing," or "That book is great! Good choice." This is another tough step, but one that's essential if you really want to see them again. Remind yourself that if they say no, you'll never have to see them again! You can say something like, "This is pretty out of character for me, but I really liked talking to you and would love to hang out more. Could I get your number?" If you still feel like you're testing the waters, say, "We should definitely hang out again," and then pause. If they feel the same, they'll take this as permission to ask for your number. Send something relaxed and low-pressure. Touch on something you talked about to remind them of how well you connected, and to prompt even more conversation! For example, you could say, "Hey, this is Rachel from the restaurant last night. It was really cool to meet you. I wish everyone could talk that much about dogs with someone they just met;)"
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Make eye contact and smile. Casually move closer to them. Strike up a casual conversation. Ask for their number if you're hitting it off. Don't be afraid to text them first.

Congested ears often result from sinus congestion, as your eustachian tubes run from the back of your nose to your middle ear. Since nasal decongestants relieve sinus congestion, they can also help unclog your ears. You can find nasal decongestants over-the-counter. For some brands, you may need to ask for them at the pharmacy counter, but you don't need a prescription. Stop taking the decongestants after 3 days, unless a doctor advises you to continue them. It's best to talk to your doctor before taking decongestants, especially if you take other medications or have high blood pressure, glaucoma, or prostate problems. Similarly, you shouldn't give decongestants to children. Nasal steroids can relieve the swelling inside your nasal passages, which causes congestion. This relieves both your nasal and ear congestion. Don't use steroids without talking to a doctor. You can find these products over-the-counter or by prescription. These are especially helpful for people who have allergies. Untreated allergies can cause ear congestion because they irritate your sinuses, resulting in nasal congestion. A daily antihistamine can help prevent this. There are several options available over-the-counter, including cetirizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin), and fexofenadine hydrochloride (Allegra). Talk to your doctor before taking an antihistamine or if an OTC antihistamine isn't working for you. When flying, you can take an antihistamine 1 hour before your flight to help prevent having pressure build up. Read all instructions and precautions enclosed with the medication before taking it. You should start to feel more comfortable within a few hours of starting self-care. If you don't, then you need to see a doctor. Congested ears can cause damage if left untreated. Additionally, you may have an infection. See your doctor right away if you develop a fever or have any kind of discharge from your ear. Take all of the medication prescribed by your doctor, especially antibiotics. Otherwise, your symptoms may return. Your doctor may be able to prescribe ear drops to help manage pain. Your doctor can insert tubes to drain away fluids and relieve the pressure inside the ear. This is most often done when the patient experiences frequent incidences of ear congestion. This is most often done for children who have frequent ear infections. It reduces the incidence of infection and helps the child recover more comfortably.
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Take OTC nasal decongestants if you've had a cold, allergies, or a sinus infection. Use topical nasal steroids. Take an antihistamine if you experience allergies. Visit your doctor for severe or persistent pain. Ask your doctor about ventilation tubes for frequent ear congestion.