Chances are there has been some point in life that you have found yourself preparing for a first date. There are so many things to think about when you meet someone you have been speaking to online for the first time and no matter how well you get on it can always be a source of anxiety. Even if you are chatting on a specified adult dating website where things can be a little bit more forward – you still need to get to know each other face to face. Being well organised can help alleviate some of the tension, and there are quite a few things you can do to get on track.

The Dating Site

Having the perfect first date will depend heavily on how savvy you have been with your online dating. For example, if you are looking for older dating, even if you can navigate yourself round the apps younger people use and get a date – you probably won’t be a very good match.

The Location

Picking the location of your first date depends heavily on where you both actually live. To give an example, Strathclyde dating will be completely different to Essex dating. You need to start off with places that are actually available in your area and go from there. Although things like the cinema can be tempting – you won’t actually be able to talk so you won’t get to know each other very well. The same goes for busy nightclubs. Pick a nice country pub or a restaurant that isn’t too busy so that you actually get a chance to chat. If there really isn’t much to do where you live agree to go for a nice walk or travel somewhere further out – just make sure you tell someone where you are going.

What To Wear

Although it can be tempting to wear something brand new – it is actually a better idea to be comfortable. Wear something you are confident in and you have been complimented in before. Take into consideration where you are going and if you are going to spend any time outside. If you really are that worried and you haven’t been to that place before, look up the website to see what people wear there.

What To Talk About

If the conversation doesn’t just naturally flow, think of talking points beforehand. Think of questions that you can ask that are intelligent without being nosey. Even if you have to write them down on your phone you can probably take a peek without your date realising. Try to listen as much as possible without leaving any awkward silences. Remember, if things really are going that badly you are well within your right to leave – you are never going to see each other again.

Think Outside The Box

Jersey dating and Surrey dating are two great examples of how location can have an impact on dating life. If you live in Jersey then unless you want a long ferry ride you will be dating people from Jersey. This has benefits and drawbacks. You will have loads to talk about because you both live there but if you have been looking around a while you may feel the dating pool is a bit small. If you live somewhere like Surrey, with easy transport links to London you can easily date someone completely different to you. You may not have any common ground – but they do say opposites attract!