The First Date

Dating Tips

Breaking down the psychology of dating and the science of attraction.

We conduct research to uncover new dating tips that actually work. Read our blog posts here to learn about our findings and discover a smarter way to date.

6 Things You Need to Know About Going on a Hinge Date

Going out on a first date with someone from Hinge? Here’s what you need to know to make it go well.

How Often to Text After a First Date

After a good first date, the last thing you want to do is mess things up by texting too much or not enough. Here's how to strike a balance.

No Text After a First Date: 6 Things It Could Mean

So your first date went well, but there’s been no text since. Here are 6 things that could mean.

What to Text After a First Date

Texting between the first and second date really matters. Here's what you should text someone after a good first date.

Texting After a First Date: 15 Tips

Here are 15 tips for successfully texting after a first date so you can enter the second date with odds in your favor.

20 Tips for Texting Between Dates

Texting between dates can make or break a new relationship. Here are our 20 best tips for doing it right.

After How Many Dates Should You Kiss?

Here are some tips on how to know how many dates in is the right time to kiss.

18 Tips for Overcoming First Date Anxiety

If you find yourself feeling anxious on first dates, you’re not alone. And fortunately, there’s a lot you can do about it.

13 Signs There Will Not Be a Second Date

Sometimes it’s tough to know if a first date went well enough to justify a second one. Here are 13 signs there will not be a second date.

13 Signs There Will Be a Second Date

Wondering whether there will be a second date? Here are 13 telltale signs to look for.

14 First Date Tips for Introverts

First dates are tough, especially for introverts. Here are 14 tips for how to date as an introvert.

17 First Date Tips for Women

Here's how women can make a good first impression, have great conversation, and follow up after a first date to land a second one.

How Long Between a First and Second Date is Ideal?

How much time there should be between a first date and second date? Here are tips for knowing when your second date should happen.

How Long Should a First Date Last?

You never want a first date to end too soon or go too long. Here’s how you can make your first dates last an ideal amount of time.

23 First Date Conversation Starters & Tips

Here are our best first date conversation tips, including conversation starters, what to talk about, and topics to keep conversation going.

Going on a First Date with Someone You Met Online vs In Person

What to know about going on a first date with someone you met online vs. someone you met in person, and how to have a great date either way.

Meeting on a Dating App vs in Real Life: The First Date & Beyond

Meeting someone on a dating app is quite different from meeting someone in real life. Here's what that means for the first date and beyond.

Should You Bring Your Dog on a First Date? 9 Pros & Cons

Deciding whether or not to bring your dog on a first date can be a tricky decision. Here are the main pros and cons.

Should You Do Drinks or Coffee for a First Date?

Here are the pros and cons of getting drinks vs. coffee on a first date. Find out which is the ideal first date activity for you.

18 Tips to Avoid Getting Friend Zoned on a First Date

Do you keep getting friend zoned after every first date? Here are 18 tips to end the pattern.

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