The Psychology of your 20s

139. How to have better first dates!

Oct 31, 2023

Navigating first dates can feel daunting, but there's a psychological edge to enhance the experience. Embrace a mindset of learning and enjoyment to reduce pressure. Key insights include choosing the right location, showcasing positive body language, and leveraging nonverbal cues. Discover the power of suspense to keep things intriguing while fostering authentic connections. With the right approach, dating transforms into a skill that flourishes over time, allowing for more meaningful interactions and less anxiety.

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Approach first dates in your 20s with the mindset of learning about yourself and having a fun experience, rather than seeking perfection and avoiding disappointment.

Enhance your first dates by paying attention to both verbal and nonverbal cues, embracing silence and suspense, and debriefing with yourself afterwards to learn and grow from the experience.

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Tips for a Better First Date in Your 20s

When it comes to having better first dates in your 20s, it's important to approach them with the right mindset. Lower your expectations and focus on enjoying the experience rather than finding the perfect match. Be clear about your intentions and what you want from the date. Confidence is key. Be authentic and comfortable with who you are, regardless of the other person's opinions. Create a positive pre-date mood with a pump-up playlist, affirmations, and a special scent. During the date, pay attention to both conversation and nonverbal cues. Embrace silence and suspense, and make eye contact and mirror the other person's body language. After the date, debrief with yourself to evaluate how it went and what you enjoyed. Don't let bad dates discourage you; treat them as learning experiences. Remember, dating in your 20s should be fun and help you learn about yourself.

Intro

2min

Embracing Authenticity in Dating: Tips for Memorable First Dates

5min

The Highs and Lows of First Dates

4min

Navigating First Dates with Confidence

17min

Mastering First Dates: Connection and Communication

7min

Navigating the First Date Experience

10min

Enhancing Your First Date Experiences

2min

Dating in our 20s can feel like a minefield, a lot of people don't know what they want, what they like, we get ghosted, we get stood up, and then there are the first dates. First dates can feel intimidating but today we are breaking down my 10 tips to have the best first dates of your life. By adopting the mindset that you are there to learn more about yourself and have a fun experience, we take first dates off a pedestal and lower the stakes.

Dating is a skill than anything else, it is something that we get better at over time, so what are some ways that we can have better first dates from a psychological perspective, how can we really draw these people in, feel our best, feel most charismatic and in our power but also able to get what we want out of this experience: from the scent you wear, to the location you should choose, the nonverbal cues you should be putting out, how to leverage the power of suspense, all of that and more in this episode. Listen now.

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