Surviving a Bad Date

Occasionally, a bad date happens to everyone at a certain point in his or her life. You should do some assessment before writing off the person for life. Are there no sparks at all? Are they too nervous to open any topic? Is he or she being rude?

Here are some things that you can do to deal with a bad date or when you are the one who's about to make it bad.

If you are feeling too nervous opt for a date over coffee. You will have less time fidgeting due too over nervousness since after finishing your coffee you can easily bid your date a quick adieu.

There is no excuse for a date that is obnoxious and rude. Walk away and let it be.

If you and your date are not on the same wavelength, it might not be working out. Endure the date, maintain your composure and leave politely. If your date asks for an extension like an after meal drink, you can always politely say no.

If you unintentionally insult your date, simply apologize then move on. If your insult is not that severe, your date might just forgive and forget. The same goes if they unintentionally insult you. Realize that they are probably just as nervous as you are. You’ll have to be the bigger one and forgive and forget.

Never provide entertainment at your expense. Humor is cool, self-bashing is not. It is not worth it to make your self feel uncomfortable trying to impress your date. Avoid negativity and focus on your positive traits.

If your date is going badly, what’s a good way to exit gracefully? There actually are many – most of which involve little white lies unfortunately.