First dates are stressful enough – let’s be honest. But what if that is your first date — ever? Then that’s adding a whole other layer of worry! Fear not though, here are a few tips to get you ready!
Don’t rush
Seriously. You want to leave yourself enough time so that you’re not rushing. You want to arrive cool & collected. Map out how you get there, make sure you leave enough time. This puts you in the right mindset for when you get there.
Smell nice
Shower beforehand, use your favourite deodourant/antiperspirant, apply some aftershave/cologne. But importantly – don’t overdo it. You don’t want to smell like you bathed in it. Just a small number of sprays.
Pick out topics to talk about beforehand
Nobody likes awkward silences. Those shared ones when you’ve known someone for a while can be blissful, but you’re not going to have that on a first date. Think up topics you can talk about – their family, your family, trips you’ve been on, trips you’re hoping to make. If you talk about yourself, always try to shift it back to them too. Nobody likes a self-centered date.
Relax
This seems like an easy one, but it’s true. You need to relax. Just know that the first date can be awkward as hell – that’s just the way it will be. Accept that there will be a degree of awkwardness and you’ll soon discover that you’ll be better at coping with it if it ever comes. Dates are supposed to be fun too, so just enjoy it as much as you can.
Hope your first date ever goes well!