Gracefully Get Out of a Date: Six Tips
by Sara Musfeldt
He didn't hold the door; that's the one thing your date must do. Or, maybe he reminds you of your ex or maybe he just disgusts you. Whatever it is, it's been 45 minutes and you already can't stand this guy.
Whatever it is, there are ways to get out of the date without it being too awkward. Here are some tips:
Planning a short date. A walk in the park with your dogs, a cup of coffee, a quick drink, these are all dates that will take less than an hour. First dates should never last four hours.
There's somewhere you need to be. Make it known. If before even going on the date, or within the first few minutes you have hesitation about this guy, mention a friend's birthday party you need to go to later. Don't make it a big deal, just make it believable.
For me, no desert. If you've had enough of the date, don't agree to more.
Let him know if he's rude. If he offends you, it's ok to let him know you're not interested. If in the first 20 minutes, for example, he asked who you're hooking up with, respond by saying: "None of your business! I'm honestly not interested in hooking up with anyone right now. " No matter what you do, a jerk will be a jerk.
No saying you'll call. If you don't agree to call, then he'll hopefully get the point and not call you either. It is ok to just say you wish him the best and it was nice meeting him.
Shake his hand. Won't be another date? This is a perfect way to indicate that. A hug or kiss is too intimate if you don't like him.
More dating tips can be found on the DatingTales.net online dating guide.
About the Author: Sara Musfeldt has a website with dating stories and dating profile tips for everyone. Sara has also produced an online dating advice to help single people everywhere find love. This article is available as a unique content article with free reprint rights.
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