Ten Dating Tips you Need to know

1.First dates can be overwhelming, so streamline your focus into making the first few moments count. It takes only 12 minutes for you to decide if you're interested in the other person (and for them to decide if they dig you) so bring your A-game the second you arrive.

2.  Take chances. Pushing your boundaries or comfort level can be tricky, but by not doing so you can run the risk of never knowing what could be. Of course you also take a chance by putting yourself out there, but the most important and meaningful parts of life are experienced by living and doing.

 

3. Eye contact. Wandering eyes show lack of engagement or interest. However, excessive eye contact can seem creepy.

4.  Don't talk about past relationships. Skip all talk about your ex's, your dating history or any details about past relationships. This is not first date material!

5.  Be aware of your body language and non-verbal communication. When we first meet someone, we always judge them on appearance and body language, be aware of it!

6.   Checking your cell phone on a date is a quick way to make someone feel uncomfortable, like they are not important enough to get your full attention, especially on a first date! Put your cell phone on vibrate and check it when you are alone.

7.  Be honest about who you are, your specialty, what you like, every last bit of it. Do what comes natural to you, instead of attempting to be what you think your date will like.

8. Don't drink excessively. This is a big one, and often a common mistake that causes a good date to go bad.

9. Don't be fixated on your appearance. Who needs to waste valuable date time hurrying to the bathroom to brush your hair, re-apply your lipstick, or check the mirror like clockwork? Use your time to make robust conversation and really get to know your date.

10.When listening to your date, make sure you ask small questions about what they are saying to show you understand them. These questions should be genuine if you are truly interested.