The Worst Mistakes Men Can Make on a First Date

First impressions are hard to over come in any situation. This is never so true as on a first date. Men are usually so flustered in just trying to look good that they often forget their manners and other important details. I'm hoping this article can be of help to some good hearted men that need a little insight. Here are a few of the worst mistakes you can possibly make on a first date. Try hard to avoid them!

Bad Breath:
Guys, trust me on this. Brushing your teeth ten times just isn't the answer. Bad breath can be caused by so many different things. When going out with a pretty lady the last thing you want is to lose her eye contact as she avoids your bad breath. Before going out, brush and floss. After flossing, gargle more than a minute. This isn't all you need to do. You also need to get some good strong breath mints. Chew a handful before greeting your date. Keep plenty in your car and in your pocket and use them through the evening. You'll be glad you did all this when you're able to gaze in to her eyes and whisper softly to her. You'll be even more glad when she leans in close and smiles at you.

Too Much Alcohol:
Women love to feel safe. They want the man their dating to be strong and sure of himself. Most women view drinking as a weakness. They see it as a way to avoid direct conversations and feelings. A really bad move for a man to make on a first date is to have more than one or two drinks. Even ladies that enjoy a drink themselves will find it distasteful for her date to get tipsy or more. If you're taking your lady out to a fine dinner, keep the drinking to a glass or two of fine wine. You'll have your wits about you and be able to pick up on her softer signals far easier. You'll also remember your date the next day and might even have some nice tales to share with your buddies.

Driving Fast:
It's such a common mistake. Men just can't seem to help themselves when it comes to automobiles. It's like they think that their car's performance has some reflection on their own performance. Women just do not think or feel the same way about it. When a man drives fast it just makes most women uncomfortable and nervous. Guys, this is a huge mistake! When women get nervous they do not feel frisky. It drains them of all that good energy. Be smart. Drive slow and carefully and leave plenty of space between your car and the next. Your date will feel comfortable and safe with you. She may remember that feeling later in the evening and you just might find yourself snuggling the night away.

Talking about an Ex:
You can't win this one. It doesn't matter if you're saying something positive or negative about an ex. It's a lose / lose situation. If you speak kindly about an old girlfriend, you chance making your date jealous or unsure. Saying nice things about an ex might make your date wonder if you still have feelings for that girl. Being negative verbally about an old girlfriend is even worse. The first thing a woman thinks when she hears something like this is that you'll probably speak badly of her too. She'll stash this information and won't forget it . It will make her nervous and careful and that's exactly what you don't want a first date to feel like. It's helpful to remember to talk only about the present and future. If you do have to dip into the past for conversation, keep it grade school level. You might be playing post office later in the evening.

Choosing a Loud Bar or a Quiet Theater:
It takes a bit of imagination to come up with a nice first date. The thing you want to remember is that this is a time to get to know each other a bit. If you go to a loud bar, you won't be able to talk comfortably. If you go to a quiet movie, you won't be talking at all. You want your first date to end with the girl feeling like she got to know you a bit and would like to get to know you better. Go out somewhere that provides pleasant scenery and mild noise levels. Talk about nice things. Ask questions that will make your date smile and remember nice things. Avoid asking personal questions that might lead to dramatic answers or unpleasant thoughts. Taking a walk down a peaceful path where you might get to hold hands is always a nice first date.

Well guys, that's my list of the the worst mistakes you can make on a first date. I hope you find my hints helpful and I hope you find happy second dates too. Always remember your manners and an honest compliment can go a long ways in making a lady happy. Good luck and happy dating!