It’s nice to smile and have someone smile back. For no reason other than we’re two strangers doing the same thing and acknowledging each other’s existence for a second.

But… it still feels awkward / weird / uncomfortable.

This first date guide is for anyone who’s never had one, hasn’t had a good one, or hasn’t had one in a while.

Alright, let’s get this out of the way: first dates are awkward.

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