Dating is the worst, and somehow it also has the potential to be the absolute best. There’s nothing like a first date to stir up a combination of excitement, dread, and a healthy dose of nausea. We’ve put together all of our favorite articles about first dates to help make it easier.
1. How to follow up after a great first date
Waiting for them to text you is old news. Here are five alternative ways to follow up after a fun first date.
2. 7 first date red flags you shouldn’t ignore
While we’re not about dating rules here, we think there are a few things that, if they happen on the first date, are red flags. Be careful there.
3. How to end a date early
Sometimes you do your best to joke, ask questions, and pretend to listen while they tell you about their work nonsense, and you have _no choice _ to escape (see red flags above). Let us help.
4. How to start dating again after a bad breakup
Putting yourself out there again after a rough breakup can be really hard. And it doesn’t have to be rushed. You don’t have to do this either. But if you want to, here are some tips to get you started.
5. Deep questions that aren’t too deep to ask on a second date
Let’s say you’ve gotten over the big first date hurdle. Now what should you talk about? You’ve covered siblings, work, hobbies, and living situations. Don’t worry, here are some conversation starters to help you avoid second date funk.
