How to Handle a Goodnight Kiss on the First Date

The chemistry is there, the connection has been made, dinner was amazing and you’ve walked and laughed for hours afterward, now it’s time to say “good night,” so what next? Proceed with caution, that's what.

Although things may be sailing along, you don’t want to push your welcome or rock all the good progress you’ve made during your date. A way to avoid coming on too strong and making it seem like your intentions are more physical than they are, is not trying to kiss your date. Even if the moonlight is perfect and the moment seems right, do not lean in for a smooch on the lips. Kissing on the cheek when you say goodbye is completely acceptable; anything beyond that is a “no-no.” People hold their personal space in the highest regard, overstepping those boundaries is no way to end a date that was great.