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Have you been out of the dating scene for a while and are just not venturing back in? Take a deep breath and promise yourself to have no expectations other than enjoying the moment. Be yourself and remember the most important thing you can wear to a first date is a genuine smile and a quiet self-confidence.  Take advantage of the awesome deals offered by Groupon coupons and sign up for a membership to Match.com. You’re most likely to find a great selection of individuals with similar interests as you. Be authentic when completing your profile and you’ll be more apt to find an authentic match. Follow these suggestions from the professional matchmakers to ensure your first date is a huge success.

Be safe. Listen to your instincts. Always meet in a public place and let a friend know when and where you’re meeting. Don’t provide your home address or personal contact information until you’ve met in person and verified that the match you had online is the one you’re meeting. Spend less time online and more time meeting new people. Scouring the profiles won’t help you meet anyone. Reach out, connect and arrange to meet.

Steer away from conversations about former relationships, politics, religion and money. If you truly have interests in common, it should be rather easy to avoid these topics. Be mindful and interested. If you spend the entire time talking, you’ll never get the chance to know your date. Relationships develop and evolve over time. While you’ll know after the first date if there is any chemistry, give the relationship time to mature and grow before you discount it.

Lead with your personality and smile. Wearing overly suggestive fashions will indicate an intent that’s not compatible for long term relationships. Be yourself and enjoy the moment. It’s a journey that’s worth taking. Best of luck to you!

By tbb