A little innuendo here, a subtle sexy look there – those of us Millennials and older learned the art of flirtation in our teens and older – before smart phones were ubiquitous. But according to a new study, Gen Zers don’t know how to do it. Via Business Insider:

“I think flirting is dying,” said Sanjongco, who lives in Los Angeles. “If someone thinks you’re cute, they just ask for your Instagram these days and then DM you or swipe up on your story to show they’re interested.”

Like many Gen Zers, typically defined as those born between 1997 and 2012, Sanjongco believes finding love offline is difficult as more people struggle to approach others in real life. 

Recent research suggests that some Zoomers grapple with social anxiety and avoid interacting with strangers. That has created a unique challenge for some Gen Zers who are seeking to find dates in person. “Our generation has been so online that when it comes to talking to people, it’s a bit scary,” said Maxine Williams, 28, the founder of We Met IRL, a singles events group. “There’s not that natural sense of like, just, ‘Hey, how you doing?’”

Are you a Gen Zer that doesn’t know the flirt game? Watch the video below… then log onto OBC and practice your skills!