Tag: Date

What Do You Do After A Bad Date?

15 Ways to Recover from a Bad Date Evaluate what exactly wasn’t working. Assess if compatibility was a problem. Don’t give up too easily. Realize that dating dynamics amp up the pressure. Take responsibility for your part. Apologize if you need to. Give it time. Decide if a do-over is warranted. What to do after […]

Who Should Text First After A Date?

Some people might say that men should text first (assuming there is a man in the picture) after a date, because of chivalry and tradition. Here’s your PSA that that is so not the case. If you’re interested in someone, make that clear. Should the guy or girl text first after a date? According to […]

What To Talk About On An Awkward Date?

Caption Options Your families. If you don’t think to ask up-front, you can actually go a surprising amount of time without even knowing what someone’s parents do for a living. Places you’ve lived or traveled. Animals. Work grievances. Their friends. The last concert/movie/play/party they made it to. Their dating experiences. What to talk about on […]

Is It Normal For Dates To Be Awkward?

“First dates are often awkward, but the awkwardness is part of what makes them so exciting,” Dr. Jess O’Reilly, relationship expert and sexologist at Astroglide, tells Bustle. “When you feel nervous or unsure, it can heighten your attention and attraction; it’s part of what makes new love so exciting and passionate.” Why do I feel […]