Questions to ask on a First Date

Have you ever wondered which questions to ask on a first date?

Most people love to talk about themselves, so the easiest questions to ask are about them.

Make it about Them

You can start with something simple and that fits into your current activity. For example, if you are eating dinner, you could ask your date what the best meal they ever had was.

You have got to Listen!

Really listen while your date is talking and answering your questions. By listening, not only will you be learning more about your date, but you will be gathering information and clues.

The information you get will naturally lead you into your next question, and the conversation can begin to flow.

Use Open-ended Questions

Use what you learn to your full advantage. Ask open-ended questions about an aspect of what they were just talking about to find out more.

For instance, if your date was talking about how much they love camping, you could ask about their favorite campsites, or their best camping memory. Anything that requires more than a one word answer is what you are going for.

Learn Likes and Dislikes

By doing this, you'll find out what they really like, and you'll get to see the enthusiastic side of your date.

This rubs off, and soon you'll be having a really interesting conversation that you are both into, rather than a rather dull "how about this weather" type of conversation that neither of you really cares about.

The best part of listening and asking questions? People will be interested in you in return. Chances are good you won't get stuck in listening-mode for the entire date. It does happen, but luckily not very often.

More Questions to ask on a First Date

A few more ideas for conversation starters are to discuss the news, current movies or television shows. You could even just talk about your current surroundings.

No matter where you are, there's sure to be something going on. Just try to comment in a non-judgmental fashion, to avoid giving the wrong impression.

Conversation to Avoid

What should you not talk about? Past relationships are best kept for a later discussion, as are any subjects that could potentially bring the mood down, such as how much you hate your boss/job/secretary.

Illnesses that you or family members have had, or any weird or creepy subjects, such as the serial killer that's loose in your area. You don't want to scare your date!

Wrap-Up

Questions to ask on a first date can be about anything, but that doesn't mean they will get answered or be a topic your date is willing to discuss.

Use your common sense and judgment. First date questions are meant for you to get to know the other person, so keep it real.

Don't try to talk about subjects you know nothing about just to try to impress your date. It won't work and chances are good that there won't be a second date.

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