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The Blind Date

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“Becky Shaw”: Blind Dates

In “Becky Shaw,” by Gina Gionfriddo, a newlywed couple set up friends on what turns out to be a nightmare blind date. This got the cast (Brian Avers, Angela Goethals, Graham Michael Hamilton and Barbara Tarbuck) thinking about their own blind dates—good, bad and otherwise. Share your good or bad date experience and you could win dinner and 2 ticket to “Becky Shaw.” More details here: wildfireapp.com

Making The Most of A Blind Date

In many ways blind dating is no different than any other type of dating. The basic elements of dating still exist but you do need to exercise more caution in a blind date. Like any other date you want a blind date to go well so that you can ensure yourself a second date. However, while it is important to exercise caution in all types of dating it’s even more important in blind dating. Another factor unique to blind dating is getting set up with a great date. While this may not always be in your hands there are some ways that you can take some initiative in this area.

Like any date the key to a blind date is setting yourself up for a second date. Arranging a fun date and being interesting to your date are two keys to achieving a second date. In making conversation on a blind date, it is important to take an interest in what your date has to say. Doing this will let them know that you are interested in getting to know them better. Also, try speaking about subjects that you really enjoy. This will make you not only sound more natural but will also make you sound more interesting.

Dressing to impress is also critical to a blind date. In meeting someone for the first time you will want to ensure that you make a good first impression. You don’t always know how much a blind date already knows about you but it doesn’t hurt to show up for the date looking as though you have put a great deal of effort into your appearance. You’re date will appreciate the effort and be flattered by your going out of your way to impress them.

One key factor to blind dating is to exercise caution in meeting your date. Even if you are being set up by a close friend you can’t be positive that they know the person they are setting you up with very well. It’s best to set up an initial meeting in a well lit and populated location. Never agree to meet someone you don’t know at a secluded location. While your blind date may be a wonderful person with no intentions of hurting you, it’s best to exercise caution on a blind date.

Another factor unique to the blind dating situation is getting yourself set up with a great date. You may have several friends that are interested in setting you up with a friend or relative whom they think is just perfect for you but try not to agree to go on a blind date that is set up by someone who doesn’t know you very well. If they don’t know you well, then don’t trust them to choose a date for you. However, if you have a friend who does know you very well, don’t hesitate to drop hints about what you are looking for in a date. Those who know you best are most likely to set you up with a compatible blind date.

Making an honest effort to have a good time on your date is another tip that can lead to a successful blind date. If you go into a blind date with the attitude that things won’t work out, you will most likely unconsciously put a damper on the date. Your date may sense your lack of enthusiasm and in turn won’t be inspired to put an effort into having a good time either.

Another tip for blind dating is to be sure to end the date appropriately. Many people may recommend that when going on a blind date you have a backup plan in place such as having a friend call you shortly after the date starts to give you an excuse to leave if things aren’t going well but doing this just isn’t right. Instead extend your blind date the same common courtesy that you would any other date and be willing to complete the entire date. If neither party is having a good time, it’s acceptable to end the date early and just agree that you weren’t compatible but don’t be too quick to give up on the date. Also, at the conclusion of the date be honest about your feelings towards your date. If things just didn’t work out, don’t be afraid to let them know instead of offering empty promises of future dates. However, if you truly enjoyed your date, let your partner know and take the opportunity to suggest a second date.

Bringing a friend along is another tip for blind dating. This is helpful for a couple of reasons. First if your blind date had any malicious intentions towards you, having a friend along is likely to spoil his plan. Secondly a friend may be able to ease the tension and break the ice by getting the conversation started. While the addition of an extra person on a date may seem awkward, having them there can provide emotional spirit and an additional comfort level.

Even if the date is going well, another tip for blind dating is to end the date after 2-3 hours. This is an adequate amount of time for two people to get to know each other on a date and determine whether or not they would be interested in a second date. Blind dates that last longer than this often reach a point where the couple runs out of things to talk about and the date can stagnate leaving a negative feeling at the end of the date. Keeping the date short can help you to end the date on a positive note and will leave you with more to talk about on a second date.

Being yourself is important on any date but it’s critical on a blind date. A blind date deals with someone who does not know you so it’s important to give them a true sense of yourself on your date. You may get away with pretending to be something you are not on the first date but it may lead to trouble in future dates as your date realizes you were phoney on the first date.

Finally, treat your blind date with the same courtesy that you would any other date. You may not know the person you are dating but it is important to arrive on time, be polite and put an honest effort into the date. Your blind date is just as deserving of these courtesies as any other person you have dated. A blind date is no excuse to let your manners lapse and mistreat your date.

For the most part blind dating does not differ from any other dating situation. However, there are a few things unique to blind dating of which you should be aware. Most importantly it is critical that you not put yourself in danger by agreeing to meet a blind date in a secluded location. Another unique aspect of the blind date is that you are often set up by a friend or family member so you have the opportunity to learn what they think would be a suitable match for you. Beyond the specifics related to blind dating, the rules of regular dating still hold true. If you are polite, genuine, fun and interested in your date you will be likely to score a second date.

Women?S Self Defense And Blind Dates

Too often things can go horribly wrong on a blind date.  Situations like this require knowledge of women’s self defense.  There are ways you can protect yourself if you do not know physical techniques through martial arts.

These methods include carrying personal protection products such as stun guns, TASERs and mace with you at all times.

Blind dates are one of the most common ways to meet a new boyfriend. You might have a “friend”, that knows a “friend”, and then everything goes from there. The problem is that the “friend” that hooked you up for the blind date really didn’t know the person well and they might not even know their last name.

When you go on a blind date you put yourself in a vulnerable situation, especially if you don’t double date and your blind date is the one driving. You must carry protection on you. It is important to understand women’s self defense so you have the opportunity to get away from a bad situation if he does turn out to be a dangerous person.

Stun guns are an excellent product for women’s self defense. The way these work is that they send voltage through the body, which stops the impulses of the brain that make the body work, for a short period of time. These devices must be held against the person when you use them but they will immediately disable the attacker.  Stun guns are small devices and you can purchase ones that look like cell phones and other devices if you want one that is disguised. A stun gun is also non-lethal so you don’t have to worry about killing the person you stun.

The new TASER C2 is ideal for women’s self defense in that you can be 15 feet away from an attacker, use the TASER from there to incapacitate the assailant temporarily, and make your escape.

Another excellent product for women’s self defense is pepper spray.  Pepper spray can come in the form of a pen, a lipstick case, a pager, and more.  This way, by surprising him, you get the best opportunity to spray an attacker and get the best results.  Pepper spray burns hot and it is one of the most effective ways to disable an attacker so you have time to run.

There are many ways to protect yourself when you go on a blind date.  Most women assaulted on a blind date do not consider women’s self defense products until they have already been attacked.  They are disguisable and easy to use.  Stun guns, TASERs, and pepper spray are the best options because they are non-lethal and they will not kill the person when you get them.

These items could actually save your life.

How to Survive a Blind Date?

How do you know whether it’s A “Blind” Date?

With the advent of Internet, the concept of blind date is now commonplace in our society. Now the question is what is the difference between a date and a blind date? The date can be blind only when the participants of the date had not met each other previously. A third party can arrange the blind date. But in the age of Internet, you hardly need any third party to set up a date for you. You can find your own blind date from chatrooms or from any instant messaging services or from any network for socializing. After you talk to the person over chat or over phone, you finally decide to meet him/her in person. You fix on a place of common interest and talk your heart out for getting to know each other in a much better way.

Is It Me You Are Looking For?

As they say, love is blind, so why not give blind date a try? Once you start liking someone over chats i.e. in your own virtual world, you will surely want to meet that person in reality. If there is any such feeling, do not suppress your feelings and just go ahead and arrange a date with that the person. After all, love blossoms through the channel of likings. Talk as much as possible on your first date. If you guys are not movie buffs, movie theatre will not be an ideal place to go for the blind date. It doesn’t sound wise at all to watch some other persons for two or more hours when you are supposed to interact with the person who can be your prospective life partner. It will help you find whether your Mr. Virtual Perfect is Mr. Perfect in reality or not and vice versa. There are loads of examples where all these likings have turned into simple friendship after the first date. It is not anybody’s fault. A person can be totally different than he had sounded earlier. May be you used to be more attracted towards that person in chatrooms. On the other hand, the person may turn out to be just the one you have dreamt so far. And your story may have a happy ending.

When you’ve Found Your Man, Make Sure He’s For Real

Do not limit your relationships to your chatrooms. It is not likely that you have same kind of feelings toward all the persons you are chatting with. You may have some special feelings for any one of them, though in profile he/she has written to be mirror-cracking material. But does look matter at all in a long-term relationship? And when you start to feel in a different way for a particular person with such a profile, his looks will become inconsequential and you will feel the urge to meet the person face to face. And you never know, this person can turn out to be a handsome hunk or a gorgeous beauty! But at this point, looks hardly add any extra appeal to your feelings. These days, as the number of blind date are growing in the world of Internet; the chances of heartbreaks are equally high. But, blind date is really important to bring the virtuality of Internet Dating into reality.

I Could Stay Lost In This Moment Forever

There are people who do not want to carry on the online relationship and for them, the blind date remains an affair to remember, a moment to be cherished forever. For such people also, blind date has its own charm. For the persons living in moments, blind date is like an adventure. You surely cannot ignore the charm of the guesswork you make before going to meet someone. But blind date has such power that it can change your momentary adventure into a life-long affair.

Tips For Blind Date

If you are a boy, take the initiative. Do not ask for your girl to take control and ask her out for a blind date. It proves your masculinity, which will surely attract the girl towards you. Be the first one in every move you two make, be it a dance together or a passionate kiss. All these will ultimately count at the end of the day.

Planning is must for the date. You never know your blind date at a quiet restaurant may end up in a loud party at a disc. So, always plan ahead.

Be yourself. Always remember most of the people do not like pretensions. Do not show off just to impress your date, as it may create a negative image. Do not try to impress the other with your career or bank balance. Maintain a limit and decency.

Be a good listener. Just try to listen what the others have to say about his/her family. Let the other speak first. Then only, you can tell about yourself to the other. And be cautious while selecting words. A slip of tongue can create lots of problems. Remember, it is the conversations that will decide the fate of the date.

If you are going for a date with a girl, always make her the center of attention, as this is a universal truth that girls like to be attended like a princess. Do not take your eyes off from her as long as you are with her. Girls cherish the attention that you are showering.

Do not ask so many questions that can embarrass your date, because, curiosity kills the cat. On the very first date, just listen and if necessary, ask general, not too much personal questions.

Always get prepared for everything and plan a way to escape. Never expect the best. Get ready for the worst and think of a decent way to escape the date without hurting the other. Your date may turn out to be one of those types you hate to be with. Or, this can be the beginning of a life long association.

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