Ten
No-Stress First Date Ideas For You
- by KissMeGoodnight.com
Asking a person out can be stressful enough
but once you’ve found someone to agree to going on a date with
you, you may find yourself under the immense pressure of planning
a first date. Planning a first date can be stressful because
you want everything to go smoothly and you also want to set
yourself up for a second date. The ideal first date
offers the couple a chance to get to know each other in a casual
atmosphere that doesn’t put too much pressure on them to keep up a constant
stream of small talk. While first dates are the perfect opportunity
to get to know someone new, if you are apprehensive about too
much conversation on the first date, you can plan a date that
focuses more on an activity than on conversation. This type
of date which focuses on a fun filled activity may be beneficial
in leading to a second date. First dates don’t have to be stressful
and there are many activities that are perfect for whatever
type of first date you are looking to have.
Dinner
theater is a perfect no-stress first date idea. The
atmosphere is usually cozy and romantic and provides the perfect
blend of conversation and entertainment. While a traditional
dinner date can lead to awkward pauses in the conversation
and the stress of juggling dinner and conversation, a dinner
theater alleviates this stress because the meal is usually
served during the performance. This allows you to eat your
meal without having to worry about small talk. Intermissions
are a great opportunity for the couple to get to know each
other and if you have trouble with a conversation starter you
can always fall back on talking about the performance.
Another
no-stress first date idea is the aquarium or a museum. The casual atmosphere alleviates the normal pressures of first
dates. There is so much to see and do at these facilities that
you will not be lacking things to talk about or do. You can
spend a few hours wandering through the exhibits and really
get to know your date. Be sure to ask questions about what
your date likes or doesn’t like about the exhibits. Being inquisitive
will give you a better understanding of your date’s personality.
Theme
parks are also a great no-stress first date idea. Everybody
loves the chance to be a kid again and the opportunity to spend
a day on thrill rides is a great way to spend a first date.
The long lines give you plenty of time to talk and get to know
each other and you may find that every time the conversation
starts to wane, you’ve made it to the front of the line and
it’s your turn to jump onboard and enjoy the ride. The exhilaration
of thrill rides may loosen inhibitions and bring a couple on
a first date closer together.
If
you are nervous about conversation, you might want to try
the traditional movie and dinner first date. The movie portion
of the date takes the stress of conversation off of your shoulders
and afterwards at dinner you have an instant conversation starter.
If you can’t think of anything to talk about, you can always
ask her what she thought of the movie to spark up a conversation.
Additionally you may find that after spending a few hours in
a theater you already feel closer to your date and conversation
comes easier than anticipated.
If
conversation is your strong point and you’re are not at
all worried about keeping a conversation going a great no-stress
date idea for you may be a coffee shop. This is an environment
where there is little to do except talk to your date. This
is perfect for the person who enjoys the art of conversation
and is really looking forward to getting to know their date.
A
white water rafting trip can be a terrific no-stress date
idea. Well, it may not be completely no-stress as the rapids
can get pretty intense but it can be free of dating stress.
Rafting is a fun an adventurous activity where you have the
opportunity to bond by working together to navigate your raft
through rapids and enjoy the excitement of riding the rapids.
If you are not an experienced rafter, be sure to arrange to
have this trip professionally guided so that you are not putting
yourself in danger.
Still another no-stress first date idea is to spend
some time volunteering. You can make arrangements for you and your date
to spend a few hours volunteering at either a soup kitchen
or an animal shelter or any other non-profit organization you
like. This situation gives you a specific task to focus on
and takes the stress off of the date. It also gives you the
opportunity to see whether or not your date is interested in
helping others or not. Make sure to check into this activity
ahead of time because many places will not allow you to come
in to volunteer unless you have completed a short introductory
class beforehand.
Taking
a course can be another great no-stress first date idea. Many colleges offer courses on a variety of subjects
and you are bound to find one that will be of interest to you.
For example a cooking class might be a fun first date idea.
You will have the opportunity to learn a new skill together
and will probably leave at the end of the night with a really
tasty dish that you can enjoy together. Working together will
alleviate the stress of a first date and will give you the
opportunity to get to know each other in a casual environment.
Many
cities offer singles or couples group bike rides or hikes. Taking advantage of one of these opportunities can lead to
a no-stress first date. These activities can be fun because
you are outdoors enjoying nature and you have the opportunity
to get some exercise. These activities also often include scheduled
breaks in a scenic location which can be a great time to really
talk to your date and get to know them a little.
One final no-stress first date idea is a trip
to a fun center that offers mini-golf and arcade games. Engaging in a game
of miniature golf or squaring off by playing some video games
is a fun and competitive way to spend your first date. The
activities are lighthearted and fun and introducing the element
of competition really loosens people up so you and your date
will probably have an easy time getting to know each other.
The key to a successful first date is to plan activities that
are fun and entertaining without placing too much pressure
on the couple. Finding relaxing ways to get to know your date
will ensure that your first date is a no-stress event that
leads to a second date. A completely no-stress date is one
that both parties enjoy and one that allows the couple to engage
in a balance of fun activity and meaningful conversation without
putting too much emphasis on any one aspect of the date.
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KissMeGoodnight.com : 2005
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