1. Be Open Minded : The number one rule we
have heard from both sides of the fence is to go
into every date with an open mind. Your ideal
partner, based on your personal checklist, may be
completely different from the person that you could be
truly compatible with. Everyone has this warped sense
of who their perfect partner should be, but when
interviewing countless older couples who have been
married for more than 50 years – their life partners were
completely different from the person they initially
imagined.
2. Don’t Research Before a First Date: In these days of
Google and Facebook, it’s easy to be tempted to do a
little research before you even go out on a first date.
Don’t do it! You’ll get a false impression of the person,
and can make strong judgments without even knowing
him/her yet.
3. Don’t Bring Baggage : Avoid talking about old
relationships, negative experiences, etc. Have those
conversations only after several dates. There is little to
gain by dwelling on the past.
4. Be Honest About Yourself: You can avoid specific
topics early on, but don’t lie about things. Starting a
relationship based on lies is never a good idea.
5. Leave on a High Note : Keep a first date short, and
it’s always better to leave on a high note. Meeting for
coffee or a meal is great, but don’t make long drawn
out plans for another date – excuse yourself and say
goodbye. Better to leave the person wanting more.
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