How to Initiate
That First Date
You’ve been chatting for a while and think you may like your online friend! So how do you go from just emailing each other to meeting in person? Here are a few tips to initiate that first meeting.
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If you would like to take it slowly and get to know the other person a bit better, try asking for their phone number before suggesting to meet up. Talk on the phone; see if your conversation flows with him/her. This will give you an idea of their real personality, as talking on the phone means you have to say the first thing that comes to your mind rather than taking your time and thinking about the best answer and writing it in an email.
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Try hinting at meeting up by asking what they like to do in their spare time. What is their favourite food, what genre of films they watch or what sports they participate in. If you find something that corresponds with you, suggest doing it together.
- After emailing and talking on the phone, if you feel confident enough, ask them how they would feel about meeting. If they are hesitant ask why.
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Watch out for warning signs that may mean they are in a relationship already or are not who they say they are. For example, if they completely disregard meeting up or if you reach their answer phone most of the time when you ring. However, it could be that they are just shy. Reassure them and wait until you know them better. As long as you can keep in contact you will be fine.
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There is no time limit when you can meet for the first time, however, make sure you are interested enough in them. Also, knowing them a little better will mean you have more talk about when you eventually meet which will avoid those awkward silences.
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