What NOT to Say After a First Date

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The awkward goodbye after a first date can be really nerve-racking. What do you say? Will there be a kiss? Some hooking up? Maybe you’ll just flat-out get it on cause you met on LavaLife… who knows until you get there. However, if you are planning on ending the date at someone’s front door, your parting words could be an essential factor in whether or not there is a second date. Go with what feels right, but definitely do NOT say any of DatePro’s worst things to say on a first date.

1) “I’ll call you Friday!”

So innocent, you think! But in reality, by setting such a certain date for the next contact, you’re screwing up in two areas: 1) You’re making it “not okay” for them to call you, and 2) You’re not being spontaneous. What if something comes up, or what if you have a great idea for a fun date before then? The fun part of dating is the unknown, and the excitement. By already creating a routine, you’re moving your relationship forward a hefty 6 months. Not fun.

2) ANYTHING that hints at a future.

We know you’d never say, “We can look back on this day on the night of our marriage…” but we seriously mean anything that hints at a future for the two of you, even if it is “I heard you like Thai food, I should take you to this great little place next time…” No. No no no. Women and men both enjoy the thrill of the challenge when they begin dating a person. By leaving it up in the air whether you will meet again, you’re enhancing the excitement and pushing your date to work for your affections.

3) “Do you like me?”

This phrase translates quite simply into “I am extremely insecure.” For either a man or a woman, this is second-date kryptonite, as in a sure fire way to ensure you’ll never get anywhere with them. Assume that they like you (cause who wouldn’t?) and act like it. Confidence beats shyness every time.

After a great first date, the last thing you wanna do is say something that will negate any possibility of a second date. Avoiding these phrases will help you out a whole lot.