Do’s and definate don’ts on a first date

First dates are meant to be an introduction between two people, you may have known the person for years but when you go on a date it could change everything. It takes your relationship to a deeper and more meaningful level.

Always remember that for some people first impressions are the lasting impressions, so make the best of this chance and you may get the person you want to spend the rest of your life with, or it may just be the best fun date you ever have.

Whatever your situation it’s better to stick to a few simple rules when you are out on your first date!

• Never be late. It is always good to get ready and wait for the person in case he or she is coming to pick you up. If you are meeting somewhere then get there on time. The waiting game may sound romantic but it can really become irritating!
• For men; it’s a good idea to take some flowers, they always impress the ladies!
• People tend to talk too much on a first date. Don’t get me wrong talking is good, but don’t overdo it. Stay alert and see if your date is getting bored. Talking about you and then getting him or her to talk about themselves is always a good move. And, look interested in whatever your date is saying!
• Plan your date, think of where you will go and what you will do, maybe avoid eating dinner on a first date? Everyone does that, don’t they?
• Go to a romantic place and enjoy each other’s company.
• Relax and enjoy yourself, see how things work out.
• If you don’t like your date then just be polite and maybe have a get out clause ready and waiting. Use the classic mobile phone call; get one of your friends to call you and you can have an excuse to leave ready and waiting!
• Be a gentleman and see the lady home safely - Who knows you may even get a good-bye kiss for your trouble!

If the thought of a first date is the most nerve-wracking thing you can think of, here are some tips that might help you in your quest to find true love…!

The problem with dating and first dates inparticular is the fear of the unknown…Where should you go? What will you talk about? What will you wear? Will you like your date & will your date like you? and so on and on and on and on…!

There are no sure-fire solutions to making you feel 100 per cent comfortable with your first date but then again where’s the fun if you’re not feeling slightly nervous and excited?! Some things you can do to get the best from your first date;

Don’t - go to the cinema, you’l be sitting in the dark, not talking for hours!
Do - go somewhere that encourages conversation because you will naturally get to know each other

This way you should know if you’d like a second date with this person!

Do - find out what your date is into, hobbies or sports for example

This will obviously help you find a common interest for you both

Don’t - neccissarily go for dinner. This can put pressure on you both to think of what to say and can become quite an intimate activity
Do - think maybe lunch date and doing something else beforehand or after, like walking, bike riding etc…

Do - have a get out clause! Tell someone who you are meeting, where and when. Also get them to phone you at an agreed time to see how things are going. If things are not going well you have your perfect get out clause, just make it sound convincing!

Don’t - worry about making the first date perfect. After all you’re going out with someone you hardly know, use the opportunity to find out what you really like and don’t like in people! And have fun!