First Date Jitters

First date. Sweaty palms, fear of bad breath and high nerves are just a few initial thoughts that come to mind. Then there's that whole awkward walk to the front door with the anticipation of the either much desired or in some cases, dreaded first kiss. Well, if we're doing one thing wrong already, it's that we're looking at all the negative aspects! Not the right foot to start out on, if you know what I mean.

It's true, a first date is kind of like an audition, in which you may get several callbacks, leading to a full-time gig (the gig being a relationship), or you may not even get a callback. You're taking a chance, but instead of being afraid, you should savour the experience. This is the time of your life where you are free to go out on numerous dates with young men, and you should be carefree and happy. Most important thing to do is: let go of the past and the future, and only focus on the present. Don't reflect on past dates that resulted in a negative experience. The guy you're going out with tonight is not the exact same person as the lame guy you went out with last month. Everyone deserves a clean slate. And don't look ahead to the future and start planning your one-year anniversary together. You may just end up disappointing yourself if it doesn't work out with this guy. Live in the now, and enjoy every second of it. And when it's over, move past it. View it as just another great time you had, one of many more to come.