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joeladam
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30 Jul 2016, 1:48 am

Getting ready for a first date can be very stressful, whether you're a man or woman. Men are thought to be confident and know what to do in any situation, but that is not the real truth. The truth is that men are usually just as nervous and unsure on a first date as the woman is. If you are nervous, these simple first date tips for men will help before you even ask her out.


1. A first date is different than meeting for the first time. The person asking for the date should expect to plan the date and pay for it. On the first date the man should pick up the woman and have the evening or whatever time, planned out. If the woman has requested the date then you should expect her to pay but you could offer to pick her up or meet her.

2. You shouldn't expect that anyone would be available in the next day or two when you think about asking for a date. You should assume that we are all busy and need to plan ahead.

3. You do not need to go to the most expensive restaurant in town but choose to do something special. Even if you are on a tight budget there are plenty of things to do on your date that will show the evening is special to you. Calling ahead to confirm your plans shows that you are looking forward to the date.

4. Don't be too generous with the compliments; she might think you are a little creepy. If she looks good tell her so but, don't go overboard. If you would like to see her again let her know and ask her for another date, if not thank her for a great time but don't say you are going to call if you have no intentions of doing so.

5. Shower and look your best, dress appropriately for whatever you will be doing. You should let your date know in advance what you have planned so they can do the same.

6. Do not talk too much about yourself, and please don't talk about your ex girlfriends or complain about anything. Try to relax and talk to your date like you would talk with your friends. Give her a chance to speak, and pay attention when she does.



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01 Aug 2016, 7:45 pm

Probably the best first date is a movie, then a dinner at a place which is a diner or above. NOT a fast food place.

You don't have to socialize when you're seeing a movie...and you can have something to talk about afterwards over dinner.



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04 Aug 2016, 2:10 pm

Kraftie, this is ground-breaking to me. Is the movie thing something that neurotypicals prefer? I've always wanted to be able to date NT people. But, I am pretty frightened about seeing a movie with someone new. Or even someone I know. It's like we are sitting next to each other, saying nothing, and staring forward the whole time.



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04 Aug 2016, 7:14 pm

I think a good first date is a bit casual and usually doing and activity so it's not so focused on making convocation.

Playing mini golf or looking round a small zoo could be good cause it give a good starting point for conversation.

Movies are good because after when you go to dinner it's something for you both to talk about. Like an ice breaker.



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04 Aug 2016, 7:16 pm

Do you call movies "the Cinema," Alliekit?

Yes, John 35, NT's like to go to movies for dates. Definitely.

It would have been great if there were still many drive-in movie theaters.



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04 Aug 2016, 7:56 pm

kraftiekortie wrote:
Do you call movies "the Cinema," Alliekit?

Yes, John 35, NT's like to go to movies for dates. Definitely.

It would have been great if there were still many drive-in movie theaters.


Yep I do indeed. Or just going to see a film



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04 Aug 2016, 8:15 pm

Alliekit wrote:
I think a good first date is a bit casual and usually doing and activity so it's not so focused on making convocation.

Playing mini golf or looking round a small zoo could be good cause it give a good starting point for conversation.

Movies are good because after when you go to dinner it's something for you both to talk about. Like an ice breaker.


Done pool/billiards for a few first dates when i was single and still looking. Usually ended up getting second dates when doing something more active like mini golf or bowling or pool. These dates imo are recommended for people who don't have strong conversation skills.


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05 Aug 2016, 5:43 am

joeladam wrote:
1.On the first date the man should pick up the woman
Not if you met her on a dating site or otherwise don't know her. Women don't like to get into cars with strangers. If you're dating an existing acquaintance than it could be fine but if it's your first time meeting then in all likelihood you'll both be traveling to the venue separately.


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15 Aug 2016, 11:13 pm

Hey,
I too remember my first date. Even I was bit nervous and didn't knew what to do. I too posted in forums for first date tips and also searched online and read a blog from flowerscanada . While reading this blog I understood that being romantic is not only important but you should also be creative. I hope these tips may help you to organise a good date as it was for me.