I know that many people out there are online trying to become someone's primary distraction. What are some strategies that you've used to become the main thing that someone thinks about? And do you think they could work for others? Who else might they work for? Please, asking for a friend.
Holding a consistent conversation helps. Show genuine interest and investment, and likely you'll receive it in return.
Easier said than done, but asking questions about them should help. Or just be random, like, REALLY random. “Hey what’s up” “would you actually try canabalism if it was legal?”
Also, during the conversation, don’t make it only about them. People want to learn about you as well, unless you’re making it hella obvious that you like them.