Sunday, January 16, 2011

Being Nice Brings You Dates

By Mike Morton


Dating is never an easy feat. There are always so many "tips" and "tricks" out there that makes it hard to really know what to do on a first date. However, it's never too late for anyone to learn the fundamental rules of dating.

If you've already got your sights set on someone, slow down and take some time to figure out where you would bring her if she says yes. Remember that you don't have to shell out too much to have a great time, so you can go and skip that expensive restaurant that everyone's raving about. Going out on a date is about getting to know someone, so forget about taking her to that dance club where you won't get the chance to talk.

Once you've found a place to get to know her, take some time to consider what you have in common. Find a topic that will send the right signal and make her feel comfortable in your company. She definitely won't mind a sense of humor with a casual conversation. Then ask her the big question: "Will you go out on a date with me?"

When you've got your date destination all planned out, get enough courage to walk up to her when she's not busy, and ask her to go out with you. Go up to her, show a little confidence, get some small talk going and ask her casually if she'd like to go on a date with you. Always maintain eye contact when you talk.

Act like a gentleman on your date. Be sincerely polite and respectful. Simply opening a door for a girl will open up a greater opportunities for future dates with her, and paying attention to her will reap rewards.

Put away your tuxedos and suits, because all you need to wear to impress a girl are clothes that you feel comfortable in. If it's a casual date, wear casual clothes--as long as they're clean and pressed.

If you're able to put on a brave face when she declines, don't dwell on it. She might have other priorities, another man in her life, or she just lacks the interest. As cliche as it sounds, the expression "there are other fish in the sea" is definitely true.

Keep these essential dating tips in mind, and you'll surely nail that first date. But remember that to have a successful date, all you need is to be yourself.




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