Most people have a bittersweet feeling about going out on first dates; they feel excited and nervous at the same time. You’re most likely thinking about how you’re going to present yourself to make a good impression on your date. Perhaps you’re wondering about how the date will turn out and whether you’re going to have a good time or not. It’s only natural to worry and think about these things, but you have to keep in mind that when you prepare for a first date, you’re not on trial. Below are just some dating tips that may help make your first date go smoothly.
Before the date
Take your time to make yourself as attractive as possible, but don’t overdo it. Take into consideration the place you’re going to and the dating activities you’re going to do when choosing your outfit. You should also make sure that you’re going to be comfortable in what you’re wearing because you certainly wouldn’t want to spend your first date thinking that you should have worn something else.
During the date
Just relax and be yourself. Don’t be too eager to please and don’t pretend to be someone you’re not just for your date. Focus on getting to know your date and enjoying his or her company.
Be aware of your posture and other body language. Sit up straight and listen to what your date is saying. Maintain eye contact and smile or laugh when your date cracks a joke.
Practice table manners. Although you should be yourself, it’s still important that you make a good impression during a first date. Don’t talk while your mouth is full and don’t sample your date’s food without asking for permission first.
It’s important that you pay attention to your date. If you’re having a great time and you think the date may lead to another, remembering the things that your date says might come in handy in your second date. Your date will surely appreciate it when you remember the things that he or she likes and then give or do these things as a surprise later on when you’ve already gone steady.
Treat other people with courtesy. Your date will also be observing the way you treat others.
Don’t push your date into becoming physically intimate. When both of you have gotten to know each other well enough, you’ll know when initiating or responding to an attempt at physical intimacy is right.