1. You talk about your exes the whole time. - Solution: Change the topic and focus on getting to know each other. 2. Your date spends the whole night on their phone. - Solution: Politely express your feelings and ask for their attention. 3. You got your signals crossed about where or when you're meeting. - Solution: Communicate and clarify the details to avoid confusion. 4. They're not what you expected. - Solution: Keep an open mind and give them a chance. 5. He keeps talking about his ex. - Solution: Politely steer the conversation towards more positive topics. 6. He has disgusting eating habits. - Solution: Focus on your own meal and try to overlook it. 7. He's constantly on his phone. - Solution: Communicate your discomfort and ask for their attention. 8. He's rude to the waiter/waitress. - Solution: Address the behavior and consider if it aligns with your values. 9. He brings a friend. - Solution: Express your preference for a one-on-one date. 10. He gets all philosophical on you. - Solution: Engage in the conversation and share your thoughts. 11. He tells you about his therapist. - Solution: Listen and be supportive if he feels comfortable sharing. 12. Your outfits match. - Solution: Embrace the coincidence and have fun with it. 13. You get a food stain on your clothes. - Solution: Laugh it off and try to clean it as best as you can. 14. You accidentally say something offensive. - Solution: Apologize sincerely and clarify your intentions. 15. You run into someone you know. - Solution: Introduce your date and continue with the conversation. 16. You have a disagreement on a sensitive topic. - Solution: Respectfully discuss your differing opinions and find common ground. 17. Your date is overly flirtatious with others. - Solution: Communicate your discomfort and evaluate if it's a dealbreaker. 18. Your date is late. - Solution: Be understanding and give them a chance to explain. 19. Your date cancels last minute. - Solution: Stay positive and reschedule if both parties are interested. 20. You feel no connection or chemistry. - Solution: Be honest and communicate your feelings respectfully.
1. The Tinder
- Description: This scenario involves going on a blind date arranged through the Tinder app.
- Characteristics: Meeting someone for the first time, limited prior knowledge about the person.
2. The set-up
- Description: This scenario involves being set up on a date by a friend.
- Characteristics: Potential for shared interests or compatibility based on friend's recommendation.
3. The second time
- Description: This scenario involves going on a second date with someone.
- Characteristics: Building on the initial connection, exploring potential for a deeper relationship.
4. The sex date
- Description: This scenario involves deciding to have sex for the first time.
- Characteristics: Intimacy, vulnerability, and communication about boundaries and expectations.
5. The optimistic one
- Description: This scenario involves going on multiple lackluster dates while still hoping for a meaningful connection.
- Characteristics: Persistence, optimism, and openness to new possibilities.