Ok, so you’ve met the woman for you, and she’s agreed to a first date. What do you do?
The main objective of a first date (assuming there’s chemistry!) is to make sure there will be a second. There are many different ways to approach first dates, and the most effective will depend on the lady in question. The aim of this article is to give you a few ideas and tips which should help in making your date a success.
Keeping it Original
There’s nothing wrong with the tried and tested “dinner and a movie” night, but it’s not very original. You want to stand out, try something different – something she’ll remember!
Conversation is Key
The key to a good first date is to allow conversation mixed with some distractions to take the pressure off you (and her!). Try to pick something which is of interest to you both, this will allow interaction and help avoid “the awkward silence” and boredom.
Activities and Local Events
Some prefer taking part in an activity – this could be; mini-golf, shopping, biking, live music, etc. Look out for local events, street fairs, concerts, etc. If you choose to go to a fair, don’t forget to brush up on your skills – she’s certain to ask you to win her something, or swing the hammer and ring the bell!
Group Events
Depending on the individual you may choose a group event for your first date. If you’re potential partner is shy, you can avoid making her feel un-easy by going out with a few mutual friends. Picnics are a good idea – relaxed and casual.
Comedy
A sense of humour is an attractive quality. A comedy night is guaranteed to ease pressure whilst creating a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Casual conversation will be possible, and moods will be high.
Feeling Brave?
Why not cook for your date? It’s a risky tactic, but very effective when executed well. Be sure to put on a show and demonstrate your culinary skills, but be careful – she won’t be impressed if she wakes up with food poisoning.
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Writing an Effective Online Dating Profile
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Internet dating can be scary and, for some, a step into the unknown. Mature Matches is a 50 plus dating site which uses advanced tools to help daters find people that match their emotional needs.
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Internet dating can be scary and, for some, a step into the unknown. Mature Matches is a 50 plus dating site which uses advanced tools to help daters find people that match their emotional needs.
Meeting someone for the first time online is completely different to meeting face-to-face, but there are similarities. When you introduce yourself in real life, your personality shows through your body language and the way you conduct yourself. The same happens online – you are immediately judged, but through only text and pictures. The importance of an effective introduction is paramount.
We know it’s not easy writing about yourself, but this article explains the key points to creating an effective dating profile. Keep to the following basic rules to ensure your search for love online is a success.
Be Yourself
First and foremost… it sounds obvious, but you need to be yourself. It is easy to hide behind the internet, but your internet dating profile should not be misleading. Try to write how you talk to express your personality. Be honest and sincere, and remember – sarcasm is hard to detect online!
Be Interesting
Talk about your interests and hobbies. Elaborate on specific life events or achievements. Even if you think people aren’t going to be interested you should include enough to demonstrate that you are a well-rounded and interesting individual.
Don’t ramble, but be proud of the places you’ve been and things you’ve done – without coming across as arrogant (ofcourse!).
Relax and Punctuate
Put yourself in the shoes of someone reading your profile for the first time. Be sure to use grammar and punctuation correctly. Reading text without fullstops feels rushed. If your reader doesn’t feel at ease reading about you, they certainly won’t feel at ease around you.
Try to Stand Out
Don’t be afraid to be different and think out of the box whilst writing your profile. Imagine your persona in real life – if you immediately stand out, people will naturally be intrigued to find out more about you.
Ask Questions
By asking your audience questions, you stimulate their thought process, making it much easier for them should they wish to contact you. Think of it like an ice-breaker.
Don’t forget… online dating should be fun. Enjoy writing your profile and you can be sure that people will enjoy reading it. Good luck, and happy dating!