5 Ways to Totally Nail That First Date

5 Ways to Totally Nail That First Date
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You should be at your best but at the same time you shouldn’t overdo things because then things might just go south.

First dates are a confusing feeling. You are as excited as you are nervous, as happy as you are worried, and just as hopeful as you are hopeless, but at the end of the date, first dates matter a lot to all of us. Why do go on dates? Well, while some of us try to keep the world at bay and take away a moment that only belongs to the two (or any number you choose) of us, most of us actually go on dates just to be sure the world isn’t a bad place after all.

It is always refreshing to meet new people, share your experiences with each other, talk about your thoughts with someone other than ones who already know you in and out for years, and yes do something new in your otherwise mundane life. That is why first dates always make your heart race faster than you can control but then again in such situations chances are, you might spill a little too much than needed. So to keep the rain in check, here are the top five things you need to keep in mind to have the perfect first date:

  1. Choose the Right Location - Remember you are meeting this person for the first time, and if you are someone who wets his socks at simply the thought of meeting new people, it might be a good idea to experiment less on the first date. Take the lead and choose a place, some place you are comfortable being at; some place that you already know and even better if you know the employees working at that particular restaurant. So that when the right moment comes you have one less thing to worry about, and seriously there are so many other important stuff on a first date than just the restaurant, which will take us directly to point number two.
  1. Talk it Out - People like to talk and people like to listen, but most importantly it is that perfect balance between talking and listening to where a perfect conversation begins. You need to make sure that you don’t oversell yourself by talking too much that would just pass you as a selfish snob who cares about nothing but himself. Nor do you want to speak too less which will only ruin the game because you are just drop-dead boring at that point then. So make sure you talk enough to make her notice the important things about you, you listen enough to make her realize that she is just as important which reminds us of a very important third point.
  2. Be Yourself - Seriously leave the act behind the doors because no one likes a pretentious snob. Don’t try to be the person you are not, like don’t try to talk about folk music just because it is cool or don’t say you own many book when you actually don’t read any of them. Instead, talk about things that you really care about. You can really gain your date’s attention by speaking about your hobbies, your collection of music which might not match with your date but it surely will say a lot about you. Moreover, who knows there might be some extremely interesting things about that is exclusively you and no one else can match with that. So follow up for number four.
  3. Put up that suit - For God’s sake, do not try out those pair of pants that are so tight you are barely able to move your limbs. Or that black dress that literally won’t let you breathe and makes you all red. Wear something you are comfortable in, but then again, save yourself and do not wear your pyjamas to a date. While comfort is important, putting up a good appearance is just as significant. Keep some time aside to find out that perfect attire which goes with your need of the hour and head towards your date. Who knows your date might make the first move, which brings us to the most important point.
  4. Keep In Touch - Grow up and forget about the three-day-rule. Don’t wait for your guy or girl to give back a call if you really hope to continue talking with them. If you had a great time, and want to meet that person again go ahead, share your numbers and give each other a call. That way you will establish the fact that you are not a petty person but someone who likes to take chances and treats people the way they deserve to be treated - with respect - and, on the brighter side, who knows that person might just be the one.