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dating tips  

Dating tips: Sometimes, "Basic Common Sense Evades Us"  

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  1. Answering your cell phone several times during a date is inappropriate. If you need to answer your phone, the polite thing to do is tell your date that you will need to do this at the beginning of the date so that he or she doesn't take it personally. 
  2. If you are rude to the wait-staff, your date will think it's just a matter of time before you are equally rude to them. 
  3. If there is ever a lull in the conversation, go with a compliment. People love to be complimented.  
  4. If you are dressed well, show up with a positive attitude, and make interesting conversation, you can usually count on a second date.  
  5. Do not discuss past relationships too early in a new relationship. This should be about the new person, not the old one.  
  6. Even a subtle makeover can do wonders for someone's self esteem.  
  7. People who act confident and maintain eye contact are perceived as warm and caring.  
  8. If you would like to see your date again, ask them for a second date before you leave. Don't wait to call them in a few days.  
  9. When judging a person, start with the positive attributes…. Are the "negatives" really that bad?  
  10. Love at first sight can happen, but for most of us, it takes time to get to know people, to discover if someone is thoughtful, kind, fair-minded and interesting. 
  11. Don't get hung up on finding your "soul -mate." You might find one, over time, if you're open, but "the one" doesn't usually knock you off your feet. 
  12. Don't stereotype people. You can overlook a potentially loving companion who doesn't happen to fit your image of perfection. 
  13. Don't be overenthusiastic about someone you've just met. Don't jump on a potential partner too quickly. If you see someone you like, be warm, friendly, and take your time. Don't scare them off with too much intensity too soon. They might feel overwhelmed or trapped.