What are some good conversation starters for the first date to avoid awkward silences?
2006-09-09 16:08:46 · 11 answers · asked by Andyr 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
First compliment the other person's clothes, smell, makeup whatever. Ask a couple questions about it. Don't dwell on a necktie all night though. Think of interesting details to share about yourself and see if you have anything in common. Like say you both like to camp. Talk about that. Ask them what they think of some of the new movies or talk about food. Be sincere though. Remember, you don't have to gab the whole time to avoid things being awkward. Sharing a flaw about yourself will make you endearring to a new companion. Say something like "I snore really loud, it's a bit embarrassing. or tell them about that time you mistook your teacher for your mom when she woke you up in class and you blurted out "I'm not going to school today!" Remember not to get to detailed or personal though. They may find you concieted or obsessive. Ask them if they are nervouse. Tell them not to be because you don't bite unless they ask you to. Humor is a good way to break the ice and if they say "Kiss my ***" respond by kissing them on the lips. Even if you don't wind up engaged by next week who cares? You had a good time. That's all that matters.
2006-09-09 16:19:10 · answer #1 · answered by charity2882 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask questions that require longer responses.
"What do you do for a living?" has a one line response.
"If you could have any job in the world, what would it be and why?" requires some thought, and it's creative. Most people get tired of the same questions over and over. After a while you start to think that maybe we should carry cards with all the basic information on them. The more off the wall the question is, the better the response.
"What's the biggest lie you've ever told?"
"What's the best/worst thing you have ever done?"
"If you were in a box of crayons, which color would you be and why?"
"What's the best/worst thing a woman can say to a man?"
"What was the best/worst time of your life?"
While personal things are off limits on the first date, like sex, previous relationships, finances, etc... there are many things that can tell you a lot about that person. Who they are, what they like, how they deal with things, etc...
When he answers your questions, he should have some of his own. Maybe even volunteer your answers to your own questions. If he feels strongly about something and it shows, stick to that topic. Most people can talk at length about what is important to them. Even a healthy debate can be a good way to get to know each other and keep the conversation from dying.
When you are talking to him, look in his eyes and smile. It shows attentivness, you are interested in what he has to say, and you care about his thought and feelings.
Just use your imagination and have fun with it. The more he smiles and laughs, the better the date.
2006-09-09 23:24:39 · answer #2 · answered by welches_grape_jelly 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Where did you grow up? How many bros/ sisters do you have? What's your fav food ? What's your favorite sport ? What's your fav movie, tv show, color, actor, band, song, website. Do you ever go to Yahoo Answers? What do you see yourself doing 10 yrs from now? Do you belive in aliens, Bigfoot, the Big Bang theory, Lock Ness Monster. What's your theory on " Lost ".?..........The list is endless, becuz ONE convo turns into another one.
2006-09-09 23:12:42 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ah yes the awkward silence...I usually try to keep current events in my head or something that has happened today or just about anything I can think of....jokes, Music, T.V., anything really.....
2006-09-09 23:13:13 · answer #4 · answered by Nirvash 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Where are you from originally? Do you enjoy any sports? What kind of music do you like? What kind of movies?
Read the newspaper and watch the news so you have some current events topics to discuss.
2006-09-09 23:11:52 · answer #5 · answered by notyou311 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you want to make a good impression with conversation..ask questions about him...and try to look interested...is better to listen then it is to talk...
2006-09-09 23:13:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the name of Christ Jesus--are you serious that this will be the beginning of our Holy Union????
2006-09-09 23:11:30 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are asking about an informal date right, well, start with opinions, ideas, feelings, or everyday matters,, maybe that will help,, lol,, you know they are already with you so just be yourself..
2006-09-09 23:17:46 · answer #8 · answered by quitelovableman 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
avoid asking your date question like,so do you like wearing hats? when their already wearing one,do you dislike me?just stupid question in general.
2006-09-09 23:16:42 · answer #9 · answered by tef 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-09-09 23:22:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋