7 First Date Mistakes You Should Avoid

It is said that first impression is the most important thing. This is true particularly for dating. Your date might stop dating you if he or she does not like you at the very first time.

Here are seven first date mistakes you should avoid. 

Being late : It makes a terrible first impression and guarantees the other person starts the date annoyed. If it cannot be avoided, text with an apology and apologize again when you arrive.

Rudeness to service people :  Nothing screams entitlement, irritability or obnoxiousness more than being rude to a waiter. If the waiter is just that bad, tell your date what you find unacceptable about the service and that you plan to say something (but skip it if your date objects or seems uncomfortable).

Not asking questions :  Asking questions conveys engagement. If you do not ask your date questions, they will assume you’re not interested in them and will promptly lose interest in you. If you’re shy or unsure about what to ask, think of topics ahead of time.

Unnecessary medical history reveals :  No one wants to hear about your colonoscopy on a first date (or the second, third, or fourth). Save your medical history for later unless you’re showing up with your leg in a cast and there’s a good story behind it.

Talking about an ex : Unless you’re asked directly, avoid soliloquies about your ex. It will only make you look like you haven’t moved on. If you are asked, say the briefest, nicest thing you can and subtly and politely try to change the subject.

Talking too much, especially if it’s all about you : Make sure conversation flows back and forth, and don’t make it hard for the other person to get a word in. If the person you`re with isn’t talking much, try open-ended questions.

 Discussing your ideal partner : The problem with this topic is it usually comes across as a "must have" or "dealbreaker" list most people cannot meet, even if you just intend it as "nice-to-have" guidelines. In other words, it likely turns off the other person rather than endearing them to you.

Source : Psychology Today