Dating can be as simple or as complicated as how you make it out to be, but no matter how you look at it a lot is still riding on the first date. So it’s normal to feel a bit nervous during the first date no matter how many times you’ve went on these kinds of dates. Before the day of the date, we highly suggest asking or reading up on dating tips and advice like the ones below.

Concentrate on First Impressions

Meeting people for the first time, especially on a date is a lot of pressure, so put all your focus into making those moments count. According to studies, it will only take twelve minutes for you date to decide if they’re interested or not. Be confident but not boastful and don’t forget to make eye contact while conversing. Also, be interested in what they’re sharing because there’s nothing worse than sharing to a person that looks like they’d rather be anywhere but in a date with you. While all of that is going on, don’t forget to consult yourself; the effort of putting up a good impression may distract you from considering if you’re actually into the other person.

Don’t Play it Too Cool on Dates

There’s this saying that guys love the chase and it has influenced how other people interact when this isn’t even the general case. Based on certain studies and research people in general find the warm and kind date to be more attractive. But don’t misinterpret this as being too eager while on a date, don’t laugh at every little thing they say. Meanwhile, responding in a timely manner to all the text messages and telling them you had a fun time would be nice. Overall, be kind and forget the ice-cold attitude you initially planned on.