Meeting Someone For The First Time Off The Internet.

Dating Rules For First Dates.

Of course you get to make up the 'rules' but here are some suggestions if you're serious about finding someone nice online.

Meet as soon as possible.
Don't spend a lot of time emailing.
You won't know if there is any spark until you meet.
Read their profile or print it off and take it with you.
You can talk about their profile if it seems appropriate.
Don't expect instant chemistry.
Understand that nervousness may get in the way of possible attraction.
Always meet in a a public place with lots of people.
Agree to meet briefly so you can leave almost right away if you're not interested
Avoid talking about serious topics.
Avoid talking about divorce, children and other 'baggage'
Avoid giving away personal contact information
Ask yourself if you want a second date with this person.
Can you imagine going steady with this person in the future?
If you're concerned about safety, make sure you're not being followed after your date.

Because of nervousness you may not have noticed any spark on your first date.
If you had a good time consider going out on more dates.
On a longer second date when you're more relaxed you may notice a connection.
If you like someone, keep in touch by email or on the phone if you have their number.
Look for things you might like to do on a regular basis so you'll get to know them over time.
If you don't like someone and they like you, be honest but kind at the same time.
Compliment them and thank them for meeting you. Let them down easy, but be very clear that you will not consider dating them.
Then avoid any further contact with them.
Another possibility is becoming friends but not dating.
If both of you
would like that keep in touch and look for opportunities hang out with your new friend.

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