do you HATE meet the girl's parents day?

Question

anytime i met with a girlfriend's parents i always got soo nervous and actually thought of what not to say before i went there. sometimes i said dumb things and sometimes we had moments of silence because i didn't know what to say. this saturday i'm meeting my current girl's parents and i'm a nervous reck. is there a secret process or way to get make yourself look like all that and a bag of chips if you know what i mean in front of her parents. i want to make them think i'm the best choice for their daughter and i'm the best guy. but i get too nervous and don't know how to present that. is there a trick to meeting the parents is there like a HANDBOOK for men IMPRESSING THE GIRL'S PARENTS

i can't be myself around PARENTS i always act differently around the girl's parents. i don't know why so i'm serious is there an IDIOTS GUIDE 101 TO MEETING THE PARENTS DAY: HOW NOT TO FCUK UP

Answer 1

Hahha. This is really cute. I hate meeting the boyfriends parent's too. I think it's mutual for guys and girls to be nervous about meeting the parents.

I absolutely hate doing it. I'm really shy and don't really talk.

Find out what the dad likes doing, and never disagree with anything they say, unless they want you to.

You'll be fine.

Answer 2

I'm a parent of a boy but I can assure you parents of either sex look at the following:

Appearance. You might think it's unfair but if you choose to look like a gangster, slob, pimp, etc., adults will assume that reflects your personality. If you can't be bothered to wash they will feel dissed, just like you would if they asked you embarrassing questions or made fun of your clothes. They don't expect you to look like a magazine cover, but basic hygeine and neatness go a long way in impressing parents.

Firm handshake. Men especially judge a lot by handshakes. No matter how nervous you are, you can give a good squeeze, pump your arm, and make eye contact, even if you're not smiling perfectly. A limp wrist or dead fish handshake is a sure sign that you aren't trustworthy and/or can't be taken seriously.

Communication. Normal parents don't expect you to be an orator but they want to hear more than grunts and one-word answers. It's OK to be nervous, just try to speak in complete sentences and be a little bit revealing if they ask questions. On the other hand, long stories about people they don't know, movies they haven't seen, music they haven't heard, etc., don't go over well.

Connection. If you really want to impress parents, show some interest in getting to know them. Asking about their work, when they bought their house and things like that are safe and compelling. Most people are suckers for praise no matter how old they are. If you can compliment the landscaping, praise the food, etc. and sound sincere, you will most likely have them thinking you're a great match for their daughter.

Good luck.

Answer 3

The best thing to do is be yourself, keep the conversation in a direction that you comfortable with. Find out what the dad likes to do and play to that, compliment the mom on....cooking for example thank them for having you over. There is no secret to how to get parents to like you. Talk about yourself a bit but not too much and make sure that when you shake hands its a firm grip and a steady hand, that shows confidence.

Answer 4

LOL... well in 2 weeks im meeting my guys parents.. I've been with him almost 2 years now and Im finally meeting his mom cause we are in a long distance relationship! Im scared out of my MIND! I've met my other guys parents cause I was usually friends and hung out with them before we dated so Im sure then the parents got to meet the REAL me! and Im just nervous now that she is going to HATE ME- he's also moving across country with me so I'll understand that reasoning! BUt dont worry I think this is normal.. Imma just be myself and if she doesnt like me.. well then she doesn't.. but atleast I was myself and not trying to be something IM not! Good Luck and hopefully her parents will see in you what she does and you will be all good! Confidence sweetheart!!!

Answer 5

you don't have to IMPRESS them.. just be honest with them.

my boyfriend was upfront about his intentions with my dad. he respected his courage. he listens attentively when they talk, goes to the store to pick up groceries and what not, comes over for dinner at least twice a week, plays with my little sister... and all because he WANTS too..

he has no idea what a great guy my dad thinks he is! if you really like the girl then you understand that when you "inherit the girl, you inherit her family"..

like i said, don't kiss their ***.. they will know what you're up to. instead just be honest and open to all their questions and try to actually ENJOY their company.

when the girl's parents like you, it makes life SO much easier.

Answer 6

Dont go over there dressin like a thug (if you do now) and make sure you are respectfull like yes mam and no mam (parents love that) and dont touch hug or kiss your girl in front of them especially the dad

Answer 7

I love it, because girl's parents treat me like I've been sent by God to marry their daughter!

I dunno, I'm a gentleman and I'm a service member, two things that most parents go "gah-gah" over. As for help, just be yourself + kindness, politeness, and manners, be honest, but don't give too much info, let them fill in gaps with what they think is best.

No I'm not God's gift to women, I just get that reaction a lot :P

Answer 8

OMG YES. I HATE MEETING THE PARENTS. the best advice is to be yourself. If you try to act youll goof up. Theres a reason that your g/f is introducing you. If you show her parents that reason, then you are better off than if you acting like they wanted you too.

Answer 9

no i love it. it does not bother me but for you just be your self and that is that.