After interviewing gurus that counsel both men and women on
dating, we noticed something that was quite curious. Some of their dating
advice was actually gender-neutral and could be applied to both sexes. As we
see it, good advice is good advice.
Here are the top five dating tips for both men and women:
Here are the top five dating tips for both men and women:
1)
Be Open Minded: The number one rule we have heard from both sides of the fence
is to go into every date with an open mind. Your ideal partner, based on your
personal checklist, may be completely different from the person that you could
be truly compatible with. Everyone has this warped sense of who their perfect
partner should be, but when interviewing countless older couples who have been
married for more than 50 years – their life partners were completely different
from the person they initially imagined.
2)
Don’t Research Before a First
Date: In these days of Google and Facebook, it’s
easy to be tempted to do a little research before you even go out on a first
date. Don’t do it! You’ll get a false impression of the person, and can make
strong judgments without even knowing him/her yet.
3)
Don’t Bring Baggage: Avoid talking about old relationships, negative experiences,
etc. Have those conversations only after several dates. There is little to gain
by dwelling on the past.
4)
Be Honest About Yourself: You can avoid specific topics early on, but don’t lie about
things. Starting a relationship based on lies is never a good idea.
5)
Leave on a High Note: Keep a first date short, and it’s always better to leave on a
high note. Meeting for coffee or a meal is great, but don’t make long drawn out
plans for another date – excuse yourself and say goodbye. Better to leave the
person wanting more.
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