First Date Guide

First Date Guide

            There is no denying that first dates can be scary. For men, as well as women, first dates, represent a new chance to get to know someone and there may even be a chance that the date can turn into a meaningful relationship. Even though there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to a first date, there is also a lot to be nervous about. I am here to remind you to relax and give you a few tips on how to ensure that you have a successful first date.

BE CREATIVE

            Many people’s idea of a first date often falls under the traditional “Dinner & a movie” standard and don’t get me wrong, a dinner & a date is definitely a viable first date option, but as far as first dates go, there is a lot more room for creativity. We live in New York City people, first date possibilities are endless! First date options range from Shakespeare in the park during the summertime to ice skating at the Rockefeller ice skating rink in the winter and far beyond.  Show this person of interest that you stand out from any other dates that they’ve ever been on, and give them something more than the traditional “dinner and a movie” that they have come to expect. Be different. Be creative!

BE APPROPRIATE

            Though you want to be creative on the first date, you have to remember to stay within reasonable boundaries. Though it shouldn’t be as serious in nature or uncomfortable, a first date is much like an interview. You want to learn the basics about this person, and get a general grasp on what kind of person they are. While doing this, however, it is imperative that you do not ask inappropriate questions such as how many sexual partners they have had, or about their religious or political affiliations. Though these all may be important issues to you, there is a time and place to bring them up, and a first date is definitely not the situation to do so. There is a fine line between getting to know someone, and digging too deep on the first encounter. Try and steer clear of those types of overly intrusive questions to make a second date more likely.

SIMBA SAYS: BE CONFIDENT. BE YOURSELF.

            Now, being as how I never really had to hit the dating scene since Nala and I were destined to be together since birth, I don’t really have much to offer as far as first dates are concerned. I do, however, know something about dealing with a person of interest. If you take nothing else from this post, take this. Do not be intimidated or let your nerves take over while interacting with him/her. Remember that there is no pressure, and that you have nothing to lose. Do not be pressed to impress this person and act too far out of your own character. Keep calm, and be confident in your personality. Be as interesting and as charming as you know how to be, and everything else will be fine. And if things do not work out as well as you planned, do not be discouraged. The circle of life continues!