Flirting in an elevator: the internet's most absurd advice and memes

Flirting in the elevator: the most ridiculous advice on the internet

The question "how to pick someone up in an elevator" has triggered a cascade of forum responses ranging from absurd humor to the downright worrying. The elevator, that brief, enclosed space, becomes the stage for advice that mixes references to politics, science fiction and the most basic common sense.

From telekinesis to chloroform: the range of suggestions

Among the most commented ideas, highlights range from the need for "telekinetic powers" to methods worthy of a B-movie thriller. The user who recommended "taser or chloroform" —as a joke, of course— was backed by those who favor the classic caveman approach: make sure there's no "shark" and go for it. The word "shark" became a recurring meme, symbolizing any real —or imaginary— obstacle or danger in the interaction.

Subtlety as a strategy: waiting until you're outside

At the opposite end, one piece of advice called for patience: don't share the elevator if you'd be alone with the person you're after, let them go first and approach them out on the street, surrounded by people. An approach that, at the very least, reduces the risk of awkwardness in such a cramped space. The disparity of opinions reflects a mix of personal experience, dark humor and the inevitable tendency to exaggerate on forums.

The meme and the sarracena

Beyond its crudeness and the questionable nature of some suggestions, the discussion illustrates how the online community tackles an everyday topic with humor that swings between the absurd and the politically incorrect. One thing is clear: when in doubt, many prefer not to risk an awkward elevator ride... or they bring a joke along, just in case.