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A girl that hangs out over at my brother's house saw my picture on his computer and said I was cute, so my brother set me up with her. I have only been on one other blind date and it was very awkward. But, I have been talked into it once again, and I need some pointers so this one doesn't end up like the last one.
First off, what is the appropriate greeting for a blind date? Do I shake her hand? Do I go for a casual hug and pat on the back?
I hate small talk, but I also don't want to come across like a total geek. I will save the deep discussions for later if things work out. So what is a good way to break the ice? What is appropriate to talk about. I don't want to seem boring.
Should I start flirting right away? I usually try to notice something unusual about her clothing or jewelry then ask a question about it. I have to keep my focus and make an active stand to not be too nice, which I have a habit to do. I trick my buddy taught me was to trick the girl into talking about herself, then when the girl says something that sounds like bragging, bust her on it. This is all done playfully, but I have had success with it. It has also backfired on me before.
Any tips and suggestions are appreciated.
First off, what is the appropriate greeting for a blind date? Do I shake her hand? Do I go for a casual hug and pat on the back?
I hate small talk, but I also don't want to come across like a total geek. I will save the deep discussions for later if things work out. So what is a good way to break the ice? What is appropriate to talk about. I don't want to seem boring.
Should I start flirting right away? I usually try to notice something unusual about her clothing or jewelry then ask a question about it. I have to keep my focus and make an active stand to not be too nice, which I have a habit to do. I trick my buddy taught me was to trick the girl into talking about herself, then when the girl says something that sounds like bragging, bust her on it. This is all done playfully, but I have had success with it. It has also backfired on me before.
Any tips and suggestions are appreciated.