Dating can be a wonderful way to get to know someone, but there is such as a thing as too much information too soon. Here are some major no-no’s to avoid in conversation on a first date.
Affairs of state
Republican, Democrat, Independent, unless you are certain you would never have a relationship outside of your own party line, never bring up politics. Everyone has different views and there is nothing that makes people more enraged than having their beliefs questioned.
The Ex
The first date is too soon to bring the hammer down. Your date wants to learn about you not rehash the difficulties of their last relationship, and they certainly don’t want to hear you drone on and on about yours. Keep the Ex out of your conversation until you are certain that this date has relationship potential further on down the line.
STD’S/Medical Conditions
Unless you have an obvious medical condition it’s best not to get into a drawn out conversation about your health. Although it’s wise to bring up STD’s before sexual activity, unless you plan on being intimate with your partner that night, steer clear. There is nothing that will make a date head for the door more quickly.
Financial Strain
Let’s face it, we all have money troubles every now and then, but a first date isn’t the time to drop that bomb on your new love. I get sick of myself yammering about how I’m concerned about covering my credit card bill; a stranger certainly doesn’t want to hear about it. If you plan on paying that evening choose a place that is within your price range and don’t make your date feel bad about what they ordered or how expensive it is. Make sure if you ask the person out, male or female, that you have enough money to cover the check.
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