Basic Dating Tips
Dating is an intimidating and occasionally awkward process for some, especially those who are new to it or out of practice. Regardless of what your dating goals are, chances are that jumping in without a little preparation will result in a forgettable experience. Whether it's the first date of your life or the first date following your third marriage, study up on some basic dating tips before taking on the challenge. With a little luck, your next first date may be the last.
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Exude Confidence, Not Arrogance
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Your date will appreciate a high level of confidence, but be weary of the fine line that exists between someone who is self-assured and someone who is arrogant. If you come across as self-obsessed or snooty, she's going to wonder why you bothered to go on a date with her when you're already in love with yourself. Demonstrate your confidence with your body language, not by bragging about yourself.
Have an Exit Strategy
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Unless you are fortunate enough to find the perfect person on the first try, the dating process is full of ups and downs. For every time you find yourself hitting it off with your date perfectly, you may experience two or three encounters that make you want to count down the minutes until your time together is over. For the dates that clearly aren't working out, have a graceful departure in mind. Have a story set up to let your date off gently or just set the expectation from the beginning that something may come up shortly.
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Avoid Mind Games
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Few things are more frustrating than a date who wants to make the dating process a guessing game. Although people may have a variety of intentions behind deciding to date, whether it includes having a good time meeting someone new or searching for a marriage partner, the agenda should not include trying to deceive anyone. Don't leave your date wondering how you feel about the experience. Call when you say you are going to call and show up when you say you are going to show up. If your date doesn't share these standards, there are plenty of others who will.
Use Humor
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Particularly on first dates, the use of humor is a critical icebreaker. When you make your date laugh, you ease any possible tension in the air, encourage her to relax and be herself and automatically ensure that both of you have a better time. Even if she is completely captivated by your looks, the odds of her saying yes to a second date are slim if your personality was flat.
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