Dating gets such a bad rap.
Mix the stigma of dating with an overactive imagination – visions of meeting boring men or having horrible things happening to you – and soon you will swear off dating altogether.
It’s time to wake up to the reality that dating can be exhilarating and fun. Yes, it can!
Creating an open attitude towards dating and adopting new strategies can turn dating into a fun new interest that gets you active and builds your confidence.
Remember, dating leads to happily ever after.
So stop making excuses. If you feel comfortable enough to engage in a conversation with a stranger, then you can date.
With all those dating websites out there, it’s even easier because you can set filters for someone who matches your lifestyle and priorities. You can control the level of contact you have with people you might be interested in dating. And that should make you feel safer, while ratcheting up your anticipation levels.
4 Simple Tips for Fun Dating
No Pressure. Have fun. Dating is just trying people out for short periods of time. Some last minutes, some longer.
Body language. Your body language says a lot about you. Crossed arms and legs say you are guarded or disinterested. Be aware of your body language. Uncross your arms. Face your date. If you are feeling flirty be sure to use light eye contact, smile, and laugh.
Take It Easy. Talk about safe subjects. Hobbies and favorite things are great topics for dating. As you learn more about each other, look to find things you have in common. This will help you build your conversation. Exit Strategy. Keep your exit simple. Just say, “It was nice to meet you,” and walk away. Don’t over think the situation. If you want the date to end, end it.
Keep It Present. Interact in the now. Engage in conversation and activity with your date. Pay attention to the flows in the conversation. Keep it Present. Interact in the now. Engage in conversation and activity with your date. Pay attention to the flows in the conversation.
Source: LifeScript