Does the idea of going on a date for the first time make you feel nervous? Maybe you have a specific memory that keeps on coming back to haunt you and you are just full of embarrassment. It may be that you just don’t know how to act on a first date, and you want to do something about this. Either way, this is the post for you.
Don’t Make Things Complicated
You have to remember that when you meet someone you don’t know anything about, there will be some uncertainty. It is vital that you try and avoid overcomplicating things. Don’t put too much thought into trying to arrange the ideal romantic dinner or even planning the whole day out. Instead, you need to keep things short, and you also need to keep them simple. Have a cup of coffee as this will help you to see if your date is someone who you do want to spend more time with. If you are having a blast, then you can turn it into a lunch date too. Go with the flow and see what comes naturally to you.
Don’t Stress
Some anxiety is perfectly natural when you are going on a date with someone, after all, it is half the fun. That being said, you will want to try and eliminate the unnecessary worry if possible. Remember that the more relaxed you feel, the more comfortable your date will be when they are with you. Sit at a right angle from your date instead of sitting across from them if you can. This will take some of the pressure off you and it will also make it much easier for you to avoid filling all of the gaps or pauses in conversation. If you are low in confidence, try and make yourself feel better beforehand. If you’re conscious about your teeth, consider dental implants. If you don’t like your clothes, treat yourself to something new.
Cut down on Texting
Sure, your conversation might well have started either on a phone or even on a website, but you have to ensure it doesn’t stay there for long. Texting gives you a sense of what another person is like but if you do want to get to know them properly, then you need to put the work in to try and understand the voice of the person too. Focus on their facial expressions, their body language and even the tone of their voice. If you can do this, then you will soon find that you can get the best result out of your time together.
Prepare some Topics
How do you prepare for your first date? You would never dream about going into an interview without doing any kind of preparation, so you have to make sure that you prepare some topics for your date if possible. Don’t treat your date like an interview, but do prepare some conversation starters if you can. By doing this, you will soon find that you can get the best result out of your time together so keep that in mind.
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