Saturday, December 19, 2009

Tips to Have a Great First Date

By Mary Ann Tordecilla

First dates are exciting and at the same time nerve-wracking as it can be. But whatever feelings you may be having on your first date, it should be good to consider some important tips o let pass your first date a successful one. Below are notes to consider during a first date:

1. It is best to go on a first date to a place that looks familiar to both of you. First dates should just be causal and it is suggested that you go out to a place where you can see your friends too and just mingle with them. This way, you feel comfortable and at the same time avoid silent moments as you have a lot of things to talk about.

2. Interesting places would also be lovely. It is fun too to experience a place that you have not tired yet like a Japanese resto where you can at sushi and so on.

3. Set-up a date in a place where you can just unwind and relax. It is better to take a deep breath and just enjoy the moment. Nothing beats the first date when you two are both relaxed and cool.

4. Do not expect too much on a first date. Just remember that first tries does not really end up perfect. So to just avoid disappointments, go with the flow of your date an just keep your spirits up.

5. Bring topics are a NO. Discuss things that would involve two-way communication. Like stories that you can both relate to or intriguing questions you wanted to ask and also answer yourself.

6. Prepare a story just in case you ran out of things to say or questions to ask. Never leave your date in some kind of dead air scene as this really feels very awkward.

7. Know each other well on a first date. Ask questions and also be open when your date asks you a question. Knowing each other is a good way to keep your first date in good feedback at the end of the day.

8. Do not just talk; you should also listen to your date. Some people d not realize that they talk too much that they often forget they have a date. It is good if you also listen to your date's opinion and stories.

9. Do not try to impress your date hard because it will show and it is not good. Just be yourself and keep your confidence up. You will be surprised that by being yourself is the easiest and best thing you will have to do on first dates.

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