Ugh, well first, yeah, you can't be a wussy. The biggest step in picking up a girl is actually going and talking to the girl. That seems to be where most people fall short. Lose your inadequacy issues. If you think you're not good enough for her, she'll probably feel the same way. NO pick up lines are going to work, even in the capacity of being funny, because, unless she feels sorry for you, the fact that you are using something you rehearsed is an immediate turn off. A simple "Hi," is always a good conversation starter. If she gives you a funny look, you've pretty much already lost the battle. Small talk yourself out of that conversation and start a new. What most people don't tell you is you're gonna probably get rejected...a lot. Thats ok. Thats part of the game. Don't get discouraged and start over. Get her talking about herself. It's not a vanity thing, it just shows you're "genuinely interested" in her, even if you're not. If she's warming up to you, and you're in a bar or a club, buy her a drink and see where it goes. If you're in someplace more public, then remember this line "first to start and first to end." Too much small talk and she'll just get bored. While the conversation is getting good, say "Listen, I'm sorry, but I have an appointment to make, but I'd really like to continue this some time. You mind if I grab your number?" If she says yes, awesome. If she says no? Start again. Good flirting takes time. What I've said is not THE way to get chicks, it's just my way. It's how I've managed to get by over the years. As you get better, you'll find yourself becoming wittier, you'll find them laughing more, and it gets easier from there.
