A first date can be hard sometimes. They can be awkward and nerve-wracking for some people, but they shouldn’t have to be. One of the many parts of a good first date is real conversation. Real conversation includes give and take, one person talking, the other listening, and vice versa.
A good conversation usually has that moment, that “click”, where both people engage and become equally interested in sharing their own thoughts or opinions, as well as hearing what the other has to say about it. The energy increases, there are interruptions, backtracking, and “Oh, that reminds me of…” moments. You stop worrying about what you are going to say next and just let the conversation flow. It’s the foundation of solid relationships, flirtation, and every good first date.
That said, what makes for a successful first date?
Location
The first date location sets the tone for the rest of the date. Try to match your location to a mutual interest or a place that will spark good conversation. It should be easy to reach and accessible for both people. While some people enjoy going to movies, concerts or festivals, those activities work better for later dates when there is more rapport.
Put your phone away
This one should be obvious because it is straight-up rude. Focus on your date and how to keep the conversation flowing. This matters because you are getting to know the person and, if you listen, you will most likely have follow-up questions that will lead to more conversation.
Do not overshare
Be aware of offering up too much personal information about your previous dating history. Yes, it will reveal itself at one point or another, but that should never take place on the very first date. Why rush into talking about an ex? There will be plenty of time for that later.
Compliment
There’s nothing quite like a good compliment to break the ice and make a good first impression. Chances are, your date has put a lot of effort into their appearance for your date. It’s not going to be a lengthy topic of discussion, but it’s polite to compliment them on how they look.
Avoid interrogation
Resist the impulse to check every box. Nobody wants to feel as though they are being interviewed. Of course, there are pieces of information you may find essential to assessing a person’s long-term potential, but this is a first meeting, not a marriage test.
This is all to say that there’s obviously going to be an inevitable element of awkwardness when going on a date with someone new. However, that’s because the majority of the time, we take them so seriously. Yes, it might lead to something special, but you won’t know that after just one interaction. And if it goes horribly wrong, you absolutely never have to see this person again. But if there’s a possibility of you two going beyond the first date, there are plenty of ways to make it less awkward and more enjoyable for both of you.
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