So you started to dream about that first date, but as soon as you approach the person of your interest your knees give up and your mouth has trouble making words. First of all don't feel weird, you are not the first one to experience this. It is very normal, and some people might find it cute.
If they don't, turn your shyness into fun. The best dates just happen. You can't force them. Be jovial, and it even helps if you behave very casually, like you are OK if you go on a date, but OK if you don't.
Also try to arrange a "date under disguise". That is when you invite someone to study together, or to help you do some shopping, or to work on a project together, with the difference that you might throw in a hint of dinner or some other fun activity after the formal activity is over.
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