How To Feel More Comfortable On A First Date

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With the right attitude, you can enjoy yourself in any situation, especially a first date! After all, dating is meant to be fun and exciting!

These are some practical steps to take before, during and after your date to increase your comfort level.

Steps to take before your first date:

1. Keep yourself healthy. Everything is less stressful if you take good care of your health. You know the drill: Ensure that you regularly get adequate sleep and rest, eat a healthy diet and make exercise part of your daily routine.
2. Let go of unrealistic expectations. Not every encounter has to be a love connection. Celebrate your willingness to take risks and enjoy getting to know someone new. You may make a new friend or just practice your dating skills.
3. Plan some low-key activities. No matter where you live, there are lots of options for a first date that will encourage you to have a good time. Make it a daytime date. For a first meeting, you may want to get together for lunch or a cup of coffee. This way, you can keep it brief. You can always make plans for your second date if you discover that you want to spend more time together. Share in a fun activity. Rent a paddleboat or go rock climbing. Visit a museum or stroll through a public garden.