Relax. It's only a meeting between two human beings. Just be cool, take a deep breath, and focus on the fact that they could be anywhere but made a choice to spend time with you.
Be yourself. Don't be the person who opens doors and pulls out chairs on the first date and then never again.
Smile. We tend to smile back at people who smile at us. It also shows you as a warm, approachable person.
Talk. Just remember that it is a meeting, not an interview. And don't bring up old stories in hopes of sympathy.
Listen. When you pay attention and listen to the other person, they feel like they have your attention and would probably want to spend more time with you.
Touch, but don't grope. It's important to recognize a person's comfort level, but touching gently on the arms or back is a normal part of flirting.
Relax. Yes it was step one but it's also the last step. Don't try too hard. Just relax and enjoy the date...um, meeting
I agree that relaxing's important, but it's normal to feel nervous on a first date, isn't it?
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