First dates can sometimes be nerve wrecking but it shouldn't have to be like this. Getting to know the other person and enjoying his or her company will surely make your first date memorable. There are some basic guidelines in preventing disasters on your first date. When you follow the guidelines closely, you'll never go wrong on your first date experience.
When you're a girl and you're dressing up for your date, you should consider an appropriate dress for the location. Don't look like a fool by being overdressed or underdressed. In addition, don't dress too seductively, it could be very distracting and may give the impression that you're only looking for a physical encounter and not a real relationship.
Always be yourself and never pretend to be someone you are not. Honesty is the basic foundation of every relationship. If you're hoping to have a well established relationship with the other person, you'll have to start building trust from the very start. Always be willing to try new things as long as it doesn't pose a threat for both of you and your date. By doing this you could discover something new about yourself and maybe share a new common interest with your date. On your first date, never forget to take a cell phone and some extra money along just in case your date isn't going too well and you need to find your own way back home.
During your date, you should avoid monopolizing the conversation flow. Share it equally with your date and always ask questions to get to know the other person on a deeper level. During the conversation, you should be upbeat and positive about the things you say but always remember to avoid talking about big topics that may lead to a potential endless debate. Some of the big topics you should avoid include religion, politics, war, and philosophy.
When the night draws to a close, you may be wondering if both of you are compatible or not. Always be honest with your feelings. Be upfront about the way you feel. Don't get the hopes up of the other person by saying you'll call him or her even if you never intend to or telling him or her that you're looking forward to a second date even if you knew that there won't be any. If you did have a good time, say so and don't forget to thank the other person. Hearing the simple words will really mean a lot.
