Dating dislikes

Most people can look back and remember a bad date. What you need to do is ensure that you’re never looked back on as a bad date. There are many traits which people find unattractive or off putting; dating dislikes. These can be very personal and what we like or dislike about dates can differ from person to person. One person's dating dislike may be an attractive feature for someone else and vice versa. However there is a selection of dating dislikes that the majority of people agree on; a set of standards. These dislikes are the unwritten rules of dating and the most common are mentioned below and should always be adhered to.

Bad hygiene

This is a major turn-off for anyone. There really is no excuse for having bad hygiene. Dates are not very often a spontaneous event so give yourself enough time to prepare and get yourself looking and smelling great. Remember that first impressions are important and you don't want to be remembered for having bad breath or terrible body odours. There is nothing worse than kissing someone who has dirty teeth and bad breath, so make sure your mouth has been freshly cleaned with a toothpaste and mouthwash. Before a date it is recommended that you shower, shave, wash your hair, clean your teeth, wear deodorant, comb or brush your hair, put on some perfume or aftershave, but only a little of the good stuff, and make sure you are dressed in clean freshly washed and ironed clothes. If you wear clothes that look like they were pulled from the bottom of your washing basket it will look like you don’t care. It takes more than just a quick comb of the hair and a change of shirt to prepare for your date and hygiene is an area often overlooked.

Lateness

Arriving late for your date is rude and shows a lack of respect. Be sure that you know where you are going and how to get there and be sure to leave in plenty of time. There are of course, some situations which can cause you to be running late and are unavoidable. If this happens let them know as soon as possible so they’re not left waiting which can be embarrassing for them.

Conversation topics

Conversation should (hopefully) be a big part of your date. It’s also something that has a lot of dislikes attached to it.

Lying is a huge dislike. Remember that even a small lie and escalate into something much bigger that will be impossible to keep up. People usually lie on a date because they are trying to impress however people appreciate honesty so don’t start something that could make things worse for you.

Talking about past relationships can be a real conversation killer. People often feel uncomfortable when talking about someone’s ex partner. You have to remember that whatever your ex was like he’s in the past now and you want to move forward. You’re on a date to get closer to someone new so ask them questions to find out about them rather than dwelling on the past.

Alcohol

Drinking too much on a date is another dislike that tops the list. Drinking and dating do not mix well. No one wants to be on a date with someone who is knocking the drinks back one after the other. When you are getting to know a person on a date, you do not want to drink so much that you start slurring or stumbling. Getting drunk on a date does not leave a good impression and you wont remember anything your date says, let alone whether you had a good time.

Remember that getting drunk can also make you vulnerable as it impairs your judgment, and if you are on a date with someone you barely know, you may be putting yourself at risk.

Bragging

Bragging is another big dating dislike and as a general dating rule it’s something to avoid. It’s best not to boast about what your worldly possessions are as you’ll then be evaluated on the basis of that, rather than on your character, sense of humor and other qualities.

Bragging about materialistic objects, money and your job will only make your date feel uncomfortable and leave the impression that you are arrogant and selfish. You can of course be proud of what you have achieved and course talk about your successes and accomplishments but try not to just talk about yourself.

All of these points can be potential deal breakers that, if not followed, can end the chance of a second date.

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