3 Mistakes To Avoid on Your First Date

My experience after 30+ Tinder dates.

Jess Whitehall
Hello, Love

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They lied to you. Talking about politics, religion, money or even your ex on a first date is not ruining your chances of success. There are far worse sins to commit the first time you meet up with a potential romantic partner. Let me tell you about them.

In the last 4 years, I have been on dates with more than 30 women. I’ve had it all, from the most amazing first date that lasted 18 hours, to the boring evenings where I couldn’t wait to leave, or the truly bizarre meetings that got me thinking how the heck I had ended up there.

While each person is different, I started noticing patterns. Below you’ll find the three most common mistakes I have seen people making on dates, and tips on how to avoid them. The truth is, dating can be hard and we could all use a little help with it.

1. Interrogate Your Date

It’s a cold November night. We are sitting in a bar, my date in front of me. We both play with the wine glasses on the table while we try to make conversation. The chat is not exactly flowing, but we’re trying.

Perhaps she is trying too hard though.

She starts asking questions, one after the other.

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Jess Whitehall
Hello, Love

30 something lesbian writing about LGBTQ+ issues.