What went wrong?
What went wrong in this scenario? How could she fix it for next time?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tyb_py10T4Q&t=15s
She was speaking too loud
You went to dinner and in the middle of the date, you spilled food on your shirt. What can you do to solve this problem?
Try to clean it up with your napkin, excuse yourself to the bathroom and use paper towels/water to clean up, etc.
You are on a first date. Your date is having trouble deciding what to order. You should order your favorite meal for her to eat.
False- Maybe you could help her decide what to order based on what she likes or give suggestions. She may have allergies to specific foods you are unaware of or may not like what you ordered for her. It is polite to let her decide for herself.
Your date told you they enjoy outdoor activities. What is a follow-up question or comment?
I have not experienced many outdoor activities. What types of outdoor activities do you enjoy?
What are some topics that are appropriate to discuss on a first date?
Interests, passions, work, school, etc.
What went wrong in this scenario? How could she fix it for next time?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kqm3oxPmrX8
The individual did not give the opportunity for her conversation partner to speak.
You went to dinner and realize that you forgot your wallet to pay. What is a solution to this problem?
Explain the situation to your date and apologize, call someone to bring your wallet to you, run home to grab your wallet quickly, pay your date back once you have your wallet
You just went on a first date last week. You tried to text/call her after the date and again a couple days later to follow up about a second date, but she has not responded. You should keep texting and calling her until she responds.
False- She may be busy, have a situation going on in her life, etc. She may not answer and that is okay. It is important to give her space and let her respond on her own.
Your date told you their favorite singer is Taylor Swift. What is a follow-up question or comment?
What songs of hers do you enjoy? Have you ever been to any of her concerts?...
What are some topics that are inappropriate to discuss on a first date?
Marriage, politics, asking weight, asking salary, etc.
What went wrong in this scenario? How could she fix it for next time?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbM8YfKpDM0&t=2s
The individual was asking very personal questions that her conversational partner was not comfortable answering.
You are on a date and she is talking about a topic that you are not interested in. What do you do?
It is likely you will not have everything in common. You could find out more about the topic- it may be more interesting than you think! You could ask a follow up question- "I do not know much about that topic! Could you explain it more about it?"
Your date is talking about a topic you do not enjoy. You should be honest and tell her that it is boring.
False- It is important to get to know the other person and their interests. It is likely you won't have every single thing in common. You could ask a follow up question to get to know more about that topic.
Your date told you she went on a trip last week to Arizona. What is a follow-up question or comment?
That sounds like so much fun! What did you do on your trip?
What are some signs that the other person may be interested?
They want to spend time together, share their feelings with you, want to be close (lean towards you), may have physical contact (laugh and tap your arm/shoulder), respond over the phone quickly, care about you and your interests
What went wrong in this scenario? How could she fix it for next time?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dO5Yix64_fg&t=1s
The individual was too close to her conversational partner. She invaded her personal space and made her uncomfortable.
You're date was supposed to meet you at a restaurant but they called and told you they went to the wrong location on the other side of town. What do you do?
See if they could wait for you to meet them where they are. Maybe they could meet you where you are. They may have other obligations after your date and you could reschedule.
You went on a first date, but did not feel a connection. You should politely tell them that you enjoyed the date, but you did not feel a connection in that way. You would be better as friends!
True- You do not want to go on another date with someone you don't have a connection with. It is important to be honest but polite as well. You don't want to lead that person on- you don't want them to think you like them by continuing to go on dates when you don't
Your date shared that she has a pet dog named Frankie. What is a follow-up question or comment?
I love dogs! When did you get him?
What are some signs the other person may not be interested?
They are not paying attention (on their phone) on a date, not responding to your texts/calls, etc.
What went wrong in this scenario? How could she fix it for next time?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsv2GHCVQ48
The individual was asking a lot of questions and not answering any of the questions their conversational partner was asking them.
There is an pause and nobody is talking. You cannot think of anything to say- What do you do?
It is okay if there is some silence during the date. You do not have to be talking constantly the entire time. If you think of something to talk about- bring it up or ask a question. Maybe there is something they talked about previously you want to hear more about. If you are at dinner you could ask how their meal is or if they have been to this restaurant before.
You are on a date and the service is not the best. They do not fill out your drinks very fast and the food takes a while to be served. The waitress is friendly and apologizes. You should not tip her
False- The restaurant may be very busy and they may be understaffed.
Your date shares a story about how her mom burnt the turkey on Thanksgiving. What is a follow-up question or comment?
Oh no! What did you eat instead?
What are ways you can meet new people?
joining clubs/teams in your community, gym, park, coffee shops (getting involved in the community)