How To Impress On Your Second Date
So, you’ve made it through the first date, and you’ve secured a second. Things are going well, but you’re worried about what to do next. If you’re wondering what to do to bag yourself a third date, you’ll be glad to know we’re on hand with 10 of our top tips so that your date will walk away equally as impressed as the first time.
In fact, first dates aren’t usually that amazing, with nerves and that awkward getting to know you in real life stage to get over, the second date can often be much more important. Furthermore, even if the first date wasn’t exactly plain sailing, a second date can identify those that are willing to put in that extra effort to find ‘the one’. So, if you’re ready to nail date number two, check out these 10 simple tips that we’ve put together for you…
1. Elevate The Conversation
On a first date, we often chat about meaningless topics and fumble around awkward things. For the second date, you should aim to elevate the conversation and get a little more from your time together. While there’s no need to find out your dates life story or view on politics, taking the conversation up a notch or two to the important things is a great start.
2. Dig A Little Deeper
While we on the topic of conversation, you should ask questions. If there are things you want to know about your date, don’t be afraid to ask. As long as it’s a question that you’d be happy to answer that early on, you’re pretty safe to go for it. While you don’t need to know every little detail, finding out more about their job, their family or what they like to do in their free time will set the tone. Remember, no one likes an over-sharer, so keep it light-hearted.
3. Don’t Stress About The Kiss
If you didn’t have a kiss on the first date and you’ve been thinking about it ever since don’t go into the second date thinking about it. If it happens, it happens if it doesn’t, it doesn’t. There’s absolutely no point in stressing about it beforehand, it will just distract you.
4. Make Your Date Laugh, But Don’t Try Too Hard
A great sense of humor is endearing. While there’s no need to be the class clown on your date, try to make them laugh. Of course, you don’t want to try too hard. So, avoid telling dad jokes and making awkward comments. Furthermore, if you’re quite sarcastic or dry, read your date’s responses before you put them off. Although your nearest and dearest might be used to it, they won’t be!
5. Let Your Date Know You’re Into Them
If you’ve got to the second date and you like what you’ve seen so far, don’t be afraid to tell them. Sure, you don’t want to come on too strong and scare them off. But, if you’re having a good time and you enjoy their company, there’s no shame in letting them know. When it comes to dating, holding your cards close to your chest isn’t always the way to go.
6. Talk About Your Passions
We mentioned digging a little deeper earlier on and talking about your passions is a great way to do that. By opening up about the things you’re passionate about, you’re showing off a different side to yourself as you encourage your date to do the same thing.
7. Step It Up From The First Date
Depending on what you did on the first date, you should try to step it up or switch it up if you want to impress the second time around. While there’s no need for any grand gestures or breaking the bank, simply doing something different or a little more impressive than the first day will let your date know that you’re interested and keen to impress. For example, if you had dinner and drinks on the first date, do something fun like mini-golf or rollerblading for the second.
8. Use Your Memory
A date will always be impressed when you show that you actually listened to the stuff they’re telling you. So, use your memory to recall what you discussed on the first date or in conversation and expand on it. Don’t go reciting everything and anything they told you beforehand, merely bringing up the little things that they said to you can go a long way.
9. Up Your Flirting Game
Of course, you shouldn’t flirt unless you’re actually interested. But, if you are, it’s time to up your flirting game a little. There’s no need to slap it on factor 50, just try to be a little flirtier. With that said, you should read your date’s cues. If you’re not getting the same energy back, you should wind it in a little.
10. Ask If They Would Like A Third Date
Last but not least, if the date went well and you want to see them again, ASK. Not only does it show confidence, but it will let your date know right away that you’re into them. Rather than going away and overthinking things then texting your date, if you’re keen, let them know. It will go a long way.
To conclude, you should always be yourself on a date. If following any of these tips means that you act unnatural, you should avoid them. Instead, follow your instincts, let the conversation flow naturally and follow your date’s cues. Chances are if the first date went well, the second one will too. So, don’t stress about it too much!
