5 things you should NEVER say on your first date

Unless you are not looking forward to going on a second date, make sure not to utter these five sentences.

Sarwat Fatima Sarwat Fatima
अक्टूबर 04, 2016
Meeting a man, who is not out there just for an easy lay, is rare. Photo: Shutterstock/IndiaPicture

Dating is not as hunky-dory as our Bollywood movies paint it to be. If you are on the Tinder train or are being set-up by friends, chances are, you might have ended up regretting the hours you had put in getting dressed-up for the joke of a date.

Girls, we feel your pain. Landing a good date in this day and age is no easy feat. Meeting a man, who is not out there just for an easy lay, is rare. And when you finally come across someone who meets maybe two out of ten points in your 'must-be' list, it is imperative to tread carefully.

So, imagine this: you are dressed to impress--right perfume, a killer LBD, sexy heels, and all that jazz. The ambience is romantic, the wine is good, and you say--"Hey, you have a great job. You must be making big bucks."

Poof! The next thing you know--he has an early morning meeting the next day.

Before you go on a rant on your first date--pause and think. Here's what you should restrain yourself from blabbering.

You Remind Me of My Ex

Talking about your ex on the very first date is a big no-no. Mentioning your past relationships, while meeting a prospective one, should be avoided at all costs.

The conversation might lead to murkier waters, and hover around the reason of your break-up, which is never pretty. Trust us. And anyway, you are meeting the guy for the first time; you don't need to compare him to your past (at least, not out loud).

I Checked You Out On FB. You...

Just stop. Or go two minutes back in time.

It is absolutely normal to check out/stalk your date online, but you don't need to mention it to him. This sentence has STALKER written in red all over it. Ask him about his interests/hobbies in person if you want to know him better.

Before you decide to go on a rant on your first date, pause and think. Photo: Shutterstock/IndiaPicture Before you decide to go on a rant on your first date, pause and think. Photo: Shutterstock/IndiaPicture

I Plan to Get Married Soon

Duh! It's a date, not an appointment at Bharat Matrimony.

No matter how perfect he seems, don't mention the M word when you meet him for the very first time.Don't make him feel that you are all ready to pounce and have your targets set. Let there be a smooth flow of conversation. In case you want to know how available he is going to be--ask him causally where he sees himself in a couple of years.

My Mommy, My Daddy, My Brother, My Dog

There is absolutely no harm in talking about your family. But don't spend the entire date talking about them.

Since he is meeting you for the very first time, he needs to know you as a person. You don't need mention any family drama going on in your clan. If things do progress on to a next date, casually mention your family.

So, Do You Like Me?

He might just be thinking--'Ummm... not really, but since you have asked me this inappropriate question, let me pretend I do.'

One: you do not want to come across as clingy. Two: don't make him feel that you need his approval to validate yourself.

Be confident. Be yourself. You're great the way you are.

 

Also read: My online dating horror story might make you deactivate your Tinder account

 

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