Modern Day — First Date Rules: What to Do and What to Avoid

Modern Day — First Date Rules: What to Do (and What to Avoid) for a Safe & Successful Date.

So, you’ve got a first date lined up — exciting, right? But before you get caught up in the butterflies, let’s talk about some essential dos and don’ts to make sure your first date is safe, enjoyable, and drama-free.

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Safety First: Protect Yourself on a First Date

1. Always meet in a public place. Choose a coffee shop, casual restaurant, or a park with plenty of foot traffic. Most criminals (and weirdos) don’t like an audience.
2. Avoid nightclubs, hotel lobbies, or fancy restaurants inside hotels. Why? Because, like it or not, meeting at a hotel sends the wrong message. And let’s be real — first dates should be about conversation, not “bedroom exercises.”
3. Have a backup plan. Tell a friend where you’ll be and have them ready to call or pick you up if things go south.
4. Keep cash on hand. If you need to make a quick exit or grab a taxi, you don’t want to be stuck relying on anyone else.
5. Dress for comfort. Not only should you feel confident, but in case you have to make a quick getaway (hey, you never know), you’ll be prepared.