The date started out great. You talked about your work and his work. Then you shared some stories about mutual friends. He knows the names of your pets and you know about his car. Then comes the dreaded stall – that awkward moment when the conversation seems to have nowhere else to go. The salad is only going to last so long and then both of you have to say something. But what? Here are a few conversational kickstarts so … Continue reading →
You can tell she’s interested in you. You feel – or at least look – relaxed and confident. You walk up to her, say hello, and – then what? If she’s very interested in you, it won’t really matter what you say. You could tell her she looks like she’s been hit with a pretty stick or ask her if it hurt when she fell out of heaven, and she’ll think it’s cute. But, if she’s still debating whether or … Continue reading →
Sure, there are plenty of first dating advice and tips for singles out there. Unfortunately, the importance of good conversation is usually overlooked. Understanding the importance of conversation on a first date is crucial for its success. When you are an incredibly dull person to talk to, you will also lead a terrifically boring love life, as no one would want to hang out with you again. Potential partners will refuse to have dinner with you for the second time … Continue reading →
When it’s time to strike up a conversation with a woman, some guys (maybe you), get shy and tongue-tied, only to end up frustrated and angry at themselves for not knowing what to say or how to say it. Or maybe you just don’t want to say anything because you’ve gotten the brush off before and you assume it’s because of what you said. If this sounds like you, take heart. You don’t have to spend the rest of your … Continue reading →
The Blarney Stone is a historical stone, or actually part of the Blarney Castle in Ireland where it was believed that kissing the stone can grant you the gift of gab. Yeah, it seems strange in this day and age, but who are we to question tradition? It’s not like I’m saying that Santa Claus doesn’t exist (OOPS!). There is so much to know about conversation that anyone, even I, could ever realize. You can go though watching talk shows; … Continue reading →
Dating is about two people spending time together and hopefully, starting a relationship based on a physical, mental and emotional interaction that will lead to other things. The only way for two people to get started in getting to know each other and taking their relationship to a higher level is through conversation. First dates are tough since the two people know little about each other and just getting a conversation started, leave alone keeping it alive, can be very … Continue reading →
