How many times did we get nervous sitting at the dentist’s office with that wisdom tooth pain? Or being told to tell 3 interesting facts about ourselves in front of the class? More than we’d like to admit.

Nervousness is normal, especially when talking about it on a dating app. 

That’s why I love the “I get fully nervous when…” Bumble prompt—it turns us into adorable, jittery cats!

How to show vulnerability the right way?

Like any prompt, this one shows our vulnerable side, which can be a bit awkward. But surprisingly, it’s a great way to connect. 

You might think people don’t find nervousness attractive because it’s a sign of introversion, but it’s more about how heartwarming embracing your true self is!

– Be honest about your *ACTUAL* anxieties. Going for something that’s not true to you will lead to low-quality convos with matches who strike up conversations based on your answer.

– Don’t sound low-confidence because of said anxieties. Your quirks are what make you the loveable human that you are, so don’t be so hard on yourself—THAT is what matches find icky!

– Either choose a sincere tone, or a funny one so that the mood isn’t too heavy for a first encounter! I don’t recommend going too deep, too soon because Bumble matches may feel awkward.

Earnest answers for the anxious cuties: “I get fully nervous when…”

1. People give me too much attention. What do I think, hmm…I don’t! 

2. I’m in a high-stakes job interview. The fear of saying something dumb and blowing my chances is real.

3. I’m texting someone I like, and I second-guess every message—trying to sound smooth, but not too eager. 

4. I talk to someone I have high regard for and I low-key start thinking about how it’s only a matter of time before I screw up.

5. I fear rejection so much, that I’ll break up with you in my head before you even text back.

6. I have to cook for someone new. What if I accidentally poison them? Just kidding, but still. 👀

7. I’m about to share something deeply personal. Sometimes, I need to take a few deep breaths first.

8. I have to ask someone out for the first time, I mean, what if they say no? Or worse, what if they think it’s weird?

9. I’m trying to make the first move in a relationship–-Is it too soon? Am I being obvious?

10. I’m asked about my plans. Seriously, I have no idea what I’m doing. 

11. Standing in front of a crowd, I try to hype myself up by imagining them all naked. Spoiler: it doesn’t help. 

12. Making a bad impression or saying the wrong thing, like a total potato. 

13. I’m walking into a new social event alone and scanning the room for a friendly face.

14. I send a risky text and see those typing dots pop up. 😱

15. Someone says, “Can we talk?” with no context.

16. The barista spells my name wrong, and I have to awkwardly claim the drink anyway. 

17. The waiter asks how the food is, and I’m not sure how honest I should be.

18. Meeting your crush and they see you blush. 

19. My phone buzzes, and it’s not a notification.

20. Autocorrect changes “hi” to “I love you.” Second-hand embarrassment. 

21. My headphones disconnect in public and what I’m listening to starts to play out loud. 

22. I accidentally sent a “haha” text in a serious conversation, it’s like a death sentence. 

23. I have to parallel park while people are watching and waiting impatiently. Ughh, the worst. 

24. I have to pronounce a word I’ve only ever read, and my friend group immediately starts roasting me.

25. The Zoom host says, “You’re still on mute.” Why does this feel so bad? LOL 

26. The group decides I should pick the restaurant…an indecisive person’s worst nightmare.

27.  I wave at someone and it’s not them.

28. I hit “Reply All” by mistake.

29. I’m asked by strangers what the best spots in town are.

30. The dentist asks, “Do you floss regularly?”. Uhh, what kind of question is that? Of course, I do…

31. The lights flicker during a thunderstorm.

32. My GPS says, “Recalculating route”. And I feel like I’m going to end up dead somewhere on an unknown road. 

33. A bee won’t leave me alone.

34. I have to use chopsticks but don’t know how and then I have to open YouTube.

35. Someone says, “Guess what?”. Like yeah, what?? Tell me!! The suspense is killing me!!!

35. I see a “Check Engine” light. I know my heart stops for a moment. 

36. I hear a weird noise while walking alone at night.

37.  The plane hits turbulence. I immediately start believing in God. 

38. I hit “Send” before proofreading.

39. The waiter says, “Enjoy your meal,” and I reply, “You too.” 🤦

40. “Tell me about yourself”. My brain goes blank. Who am I?! 

41. I’m actually relaxed after work. IDK, I guess I’m just used to stress.

42. Someone reads my message and doesn’t reply immediately.

43. Someone calls me instead of texting. I momentarily consider changing my identity. 

44. Someone says, “So, what do you do for fun?”—I forget every hobby I’ve ever had.

45. I make small talk with the hairdresser.

46. I press “shuffle” and a sad song starts playing.

47. My Wi-Fi stops working and I’m fuming—but somehow, I’m not even nervous when the fire alarm starts ringing.

48. I go out with someone and drinks aren’t our first choice. Like, what do we even do?!

49. Someone says, “Tell me your dreams”. What if they’re too cheesy?

50. A person asks me for song recommendations. If they hate my taste in music, I’ll cease to exist.

Funny answers for light jitters: “I get fully nervous when…”

1. There’s a group photo—what if I’m tagged in my worst angle?

2. Someone asks for my movie opinions, and I’m not sure they’re ready for my huge nerdiness.  

3. Someone asks for my top 5 favorite movies. Hmm…how about 100?

4. They make me choose a Netflix movie. Ughh I hate the “popcorn pressure” 

5. Someone asks me what we should do. If you wanna win me over, how about YOU make the decisions?

6. I get to do fun stuff as well. Brain, please let me rest. 😪

7. I have to talk to the manager. 

8. I’m holding a burrito and it starts to unravel. 

9. I accidentally like someone’s vacation photo…from 2013.

10. I realize you might not like dogs. Please don’t tell me you don’t like dogs. 

11. I send “haha” but autocorrect decides on “jaja,” and now I look too international.

12. I log onto a live call, and my camera’s already on.

13. I try to put my card into the chip reader, but I’m at a gas station with a swipe-only machine.

14. I think of losing my identity or my sense of self. 

15. I’m overthinking a bad decision, like should I go for a taco or guaco?

16. Someone rings the bike bell behind me while I’m walking—am I supposed to move right or left??

17. My laptop restarts during a critical moment, and I don’t know why. My laptop and I don’t have a good relationship.

18. My screen time report judges me every Sunday morning.

19. I pet a dog, but the owner doesn’t seem to like it. 

20. I wear white, and suddenly every spaghetti sauce in the world wants to say hi. 

21. My shirt tag is sticking out and no one tells me.

22. Someone asks how much I can bench and I have to admit I only lift pizza slices.

23. Someone asks me for directions in my own city.

24. I hear my own voice in a video and I cringe hard. 

25. My sandwich starts sliding apart mid-bite, and I’m too committed to stop.

26. The waiter asks, “Still or sparkling?” and I panic like it’s a personality test.

27. Someone says, “I’ll call you,” and I’m like, “Can we text, please?”

28. I forget their name right after they introduce themselves.

29. I go in for a handshake, and they for a hug. I’m not really into that…

30. I hit “Send” on an email, only to realize I replied all.

31. I accidentally share my screen, and my chaotic desktop is exposed.

32. I think of swimming in deep water. 

33. I walk down the wrong terminal at the airport and realize five gates too late.

34. The Uber driver tries to make conversation, and I forget how to talk.

35. One blob of ice cream starts falling, and I’m stuck deciding whether to stay calm or have a full-on meltdown.

36. You compliment me, and I panic, blurting out, “Thanks, it’s from Target”.

37. I attempt yoga, and every pose feels like a game of Twister. I’m known for being a clumsy lad. 

38. I walk into a store with no intention to buy anything and feel like a criminal.

39. I miscalculated how much would fit in my basket, and now I’m carrying 15 things and at any moment one item will fall and I will have to pay. 

40. Doing anything while people are watching me.

41. I walk past a bus full of people, and my body suddenly forgets how to act like a normal human being. 

42. Using a blender because I can’t stop imagining some part of me accidentally getting caught and turned into a smoothie.

43. I’m shopping at a local store and I’m the only one inside—the cashier keeps staring at me and my body starts CRAWLING! 😵‍💫

44. Asking for help even when it’s being genuinely offered.

45. I accidentally unmute myself during a video call and say something dumb. I will forever shut up now. 

46. Whenever I have a cop driving behind me.

47. I’m at the ocean. Nothing bad had ever happened to me in the ocean, I just have an irrational fear of it.

48. I think I can foresee my awful future. It’s a very useless superpower. 

49. I think of spiders crawling on me. 🕷️😖

How to use your “fears” to weave the right answer?

So, what gets people nervous? (Cue drum roll 🥁) Fears—abstract, concrete, irrational, reasonable, intangible…you name it.

Want more replies from people who totally get your quirks? Time to drop a few of those fears on your profile.

Abstract Fears → Fear of failure, rejection, embarrassment, the future…while you’re overthinking bad decisions or stressing about love rejection, chances are someone on the other side is DM-ing you with the exact same fears.

Concrete Fears → This one’s for the folks who are afraid of spiders, bodies of water, needles, and basically any terrifying thing with a physical form!

Luckily for us, this prompt isn’t one based on compatibility, so your answer shouldn’t make or break your matching efficiency.

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Give it your all, ‘cause this is a game of nerves. If it doesn’t work the first time, just come back and try again. And to make it a bit easier, RizzBio is your ride-or-die buddy forever.

We got you: get ideas on prompt answers and dating bios so good, matches will swipe right without a second thought.

Not to brag, but I know you’ll be back here again for the best dating advice. 

Lots of love! <3