If yes, then you are one of the many people who are not abiding by the “rules of dating”. Yes, dating is a game and there are surely rules that you should take to mind. These dating rules may not be treated as “official” but let us just say it is better to adhere to them than to be frustrated and lose at the dating game.



If you choose to be smart and take chances, below are some dos and don'ts on dating:

1. Do make an impression by being on time but do not be late without at least letting your date know that you won't make it on time.

2. Do make yourself stunning and presentable for your date but do not make personal compliments of yourself like on how you look and how you would become a great catch. This will only make an impression that you are too self-confident. Instead, notice your date often and give good compliments on the way he/she looks.

3. Do enjoy the whole date together by having a nice exchange of conversation that could open up possible romance but do not make yourself sound too available since this can be a major turn off. Every date also wants to know how you have been spending your typical day at work or at home. Try to punch in conversation about your social activities with your friends or close relatives rather than saying you are a home buddy and afraid to socialize.

4. When it comes to choosing your dates, do choose someone in line with your preferences and interests. Do not date a person who has hurt you in the past. Try to explore dates with people other than your “exes”.

5. Do spur some interest and be very interesting to your date but do not tell everything in your first date. It is nice to also ask your date questions and let him/her know you are interested and when it's your turn to answer the question, avoid the simple “yes” or “no” answer. Instead try to put in some more words but do not overdo the conversation by becoming too vocal like giving away too much personal information such as your home address.

6. Do impress your date by preparing the places you will visit or activities you will do in the entire date. But do not be distracted along the way. You need to get focused especially when your date is already there. Do not check out other people around you since this is tacky. You need to show your date that that day is specially made for both of you.

7. Do stay positive during your entire date even though there are a few bumps and opps along the way. Having a positive attitude will always bring good outcome in the end. However, do not be idealistic in a sense that you will start texting or calling someone you just started to date the first time. Let things flow as they are and you will know when is the right time to get closer once you get to know more about him/her after a few more dates.