Avoid Looking Needy or Like You're Fishing for Compliments

Avoid smothering your date with compliments by saying such awkward things as “I’m so lucky to be on a date with you.” Think about it: how would you feel if someone said that to you? You’d probably think the person in question either had low self-esteem or was fishing for compliments themselves.

While it’s fine to be appreciative and gracious toward your date, don’t do so at your expense. Everyone has something interesting to bring to the table, and being aware of the parts of yourself that others will find intriguing will help you stay away from any “woe-is-me” type comments. And honestly, no one wants to be put up on pedestal—it’s dangerous up there and people tend to fall from them quite easily.

-Estelle
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Estelle is the president/owner of Estelle Matchmaking, LLC a boutique matchmaking service for selective singles in the NYC area (including Westchester and Fairfield Counties) and South Florida.