I approach everyone. I just have fun socializing and then if I find a person that interests me, I would hopefully escalate. (Feels more natural this way) However, my problem. I'm good at opening, we exchange a great interaction for a few minutes, we laugh, then conversation falls a little flat. I then feel that I overstayed my welcome and just wish them a good day and leave

(Approaching during the day btw)

First. There's definitely a block I want to address where I feel I'm too much/unwelcomed at the slightest cue. (Someone briefly checking their phone mid conversation)

However, What is your experience? Are you able to carry out first interaction for a longer period of time? Or do you usually cut it short too (like me). However, you try to go for a number and make future plans?

Anyone else went through this stage? Thanks for any insight!