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Getting to know someone on a first date is never easy. We're constantly beset with little worries, often taking the form of a fluttery stomach. Will everything go well? Will we have fun? These are questions everyone would love to have the answer to, so take a moment to think about the following ways that can make your first meeting one to remember (in a good way).

Go casual. Most people arent comfortable at a black tie event, so avoid making it your first date with someone new. Instead, remain casual and keep the atmosphere relaxed so that you can enjoy getting to know one another. A comfortable environment will always reveal more about the person you are with than one thats stuffy and formal.

Talk. A first date should be a time that you spend getting to know the person that you are with. Will there be a second date? Are there any sparks to make another date worthwhile? You won't know if you don't spend time communicating with each other. This is why going to the movies is not necessarily not a great idea for first dates unless you have something else planned too.

Think creatively. When planning your first date with someone new, choose something that will leave a lasting impression. If your date enjoys music, perhaps the obvious choice would be attending a music concert. Instead, however, consider going on step further and take a portable CD player, a picnic basket and your date out for a quiet lunch under the sun. If your date is a film fanatic, avoid a crowded theater and opt for a projector and find the perfect place to host your own private showing of a comedy movie thats sure to bring a smile to your dates face. By thinking outside the box, you will show that you have put some thought into the evening.

Have fun. This rule not only applies for a first date, but is also what you're shooting for in all that follow and will certainly help to make your time spent together memorable (and worthwhile). Don't be afraid to show your sense of humor or take in a movie that is sure to keep the two of you laughing. A couple who laughs together stays together, which means a second date may be in your future.

The kiss. No matter what your age, the stress of concluding the evening is always present. The trick to a memorable first date is to leave some mystery, which your potential mate will want to solve with another date. A sweet kiss on the cheek will show that you had a nice time, but will not seem overly pushy. In addition, it will leave your date with anticipation for a future meeting.

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