So. You’re wanting to get out there?
Want to start dating for fun. (Trust me, it can be pretty fun.) Take it from me, I was a serial dater not too long ago.
For context, I didn’t really do relationships or dating before I went to Uni. Getting my A levels and going to university was really the only thing on mind.
But after getting here, I just thought that I may as well start, shouldn’t I?
Knowing that a serious relationship wasn’t anywhere in sight, I wanted to start seeing if I could “play the game”. And do you know what? I did. And I did it well.
Now, if this kind of thing stresses you out and you don’t find dating enjoyable, don’t bother. Get of the dating apps and just wait for something to happen naturally. Definitely be picky with who you begin having a relationship with.
And speaking of, I am now in a happy and committed relationship. Meaning that my friends no longer get the joy of hearing about me disastrous love life and hilarious date stories (to which there are too many to count.)
But for those who want a little practice in the whole ‘going on a date with a stranger thing’ here are a few bits of advice.
Easy rules
The first thing is to know what days to put a date on at Uni.
Tuesdays and Thursdays are date nights. No one wants to go out on Sunday and Monday nights, Wednesdays are often society nights, and Fridays and Saturdays are always for going out with you friends.
The most foolproof days to have a date on as a Uni student are definitely the Tuesdays and Thursdays for this reason.
Another thing that is just for safety – ALWAYS have someone know where your going and your current location. You never know and it is better to be on the safe side. Especially if you’re meeting someone that you have never met before.
When you are on the date, remember to ask questions, look interested. Try to find similarities between yourselves.
If you are nervous or worried that they wont like you, just remember this: YOU ARE THE PRIZE.
Rather than wondering whether you are good enough for them, start to think whether they are good enough for YOU. Calm down, you look great.
Remember that a bad date makes for a great story. If it doesn’t go well, don’t worry! It is way more fun to laugh at all of those awful experiences because, at the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter.
This advice may seem ridiculous, I know. But if my experience helps someone then great.
So have fun, and stay safe!