Helpful Dating Tips 4 Your First Date!
First date can be daunting, but with the right approach, it can be a relaxed and fun experience.
1. Choose a relaxed setting
• Choose a place where you can easily talk, such as a café, a park, or a museum.
• Avoid extremely busy or noisy places (such as a club).
• Keep it light: choose an activity that doesn’t last too long, so you can test whether there’s a connection.
2. Be yourself
• Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not—authenticity is attractive.
• Dare to laugh and take it easy.
• Show genuine interest in the other person, ask questions, and listen carefully.
3. Topics of conversation
• Talk about interests, hobbies, travel, favorite movies/music.
• Ask open-ended questions to let the other person talk.
• Avoid overly heavy topics (exes, politics, religion) unless it comes up naturally.
4. Pay attention to body language
• Make eye contact and smile to have an open and approachable appearance.
• Maintain a relaxed posture and subtly mirror the other person’s body language.
• Pay attention to whether the other person feels at ease.
5. Keep it playful and light-hearted
• A little humor and playful teasing can relax the atmosphere.
• Do something interactive such as a board game, darts, or a small challenge.
6. Be attentive, but not too over the top
• Arrive on time and show respect and interest.
• Give a sincere compliment, but don’t overdo it.
• Pay attention to small details (e.g. remember what the other person drinks or what he/she likes).
7. End the date well
• Feel if there is a click and indicate if you would like a follow-up date.
• Be honest and friendly if you are not interested.
• Thank the other person for the nice time, possibly with a subtle touch such as a hand on the shoulder or a hug.
If you have any other tips I can add, please let me know via my email address datingplaza.eu.2@outlook.com
🚫 Don’t talk only about yourself
It’s a date, not a monologue. Keep the convo balanced—ask questions, listen, and be genuinely interested in their answers.
🚫 Don’t overshare
Talking about your ex, trauma dumps, or super personal stuff too soon? Big no. Keep it light and get to know each other gradually.
🚫 Don’t be glued to your phone
Unless it’s an emergency, your phone should be out of sight, out of mind. Nothing kills a vibe like someone scrolling mid-convo.
🚫 Don’t show up late
Punctuality shows respect. If you’re going to be late, at least text them ahead of time—don’t leave them hanging.
🚫 Don’t get too drunk
A drink to ease nerves? Fine. But getting sloppy drunk on a first date can send the wrong message or make things super uncomfortable.
🚫 Don’t talk about future weddings or baby names
Even if you’re feelin’ it, save the “future plans” convo for later. Coming on too strong can scare people off.
🚫 Don’t be negative the whole time
Complaining about your job, life, or the dating scene might make the date feel like a therapy session. Positivity is attractive.
🚫 Don’t ignore basic hygiene or dress too casually
Look like you made an effort. You don’t have to dress to the nines, but looking (and smelling) clean matters—a lot.
🚫 Don’t treat it like an interview
It’s cool to ask questions, but make sure it’s a conversation—not a checklist of dealbreakers.
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1. Don’t talk only about yourself
A date isn’t a TED Talk. Share your story, but don’t dominate the convo. Ask questions, listen, and show genuine interest—it goes a long way.
2. Avoid oversharing too soon
There’s a time and place for deep talks about exes, heartbreak, and existential crises… your first date isn’t it. Keep it light and save the heavy stuff for later.
3. Put the phone away
Unless it’s an emergency, keep your phone out of sight. Scrolling while someone’s talking? Big ick.
4. Don’t be late without a heads-up
Running behind? Just shoot a quick text. Being punctual shows you’re respectful of their time.
5. Know your drink limit
A drink or two to calm the nerves is cool. But no one wants to babysit someone who’s slurring by the second course.
6. Leave wedding talk for later
Yes, you might be catching feelings—but don’t start planning the honeymoon just yet. Keep it chill, keep it flirty.
7. No negativity spiral
Ranting about your job, your ex, or the state of the world? It’s a turnoff. Focus on fun, lighthearted conversation instead.
8. Dress (and smell) like you care
First impressions matter. You don’t need to be red-carpet ready, but clean clothes, good hygiene, and a little effort go a long way.
9. Don’t interrogate
Sure, ask questions—but don’t grill them like they’re applying for a job. Let the convo flow naturally.
If you have any more tips please let me know by sending a message to datingplaza.eu.2@outlook.com
Good luck!
