h2>Dating : 3-The Transition: Going from Online Chatting to Virtual Dates
As we adjust to life in lockdown, things we took for granted before are what we are missing the most now. Being able to go to a bar or restaurant seems like such a long time ago. The usually preferred date destinations for most, with these establishments, either being closed or only offering delivery or take-out services, enthusiastic daters are left with finding alternative ways to date. With plenty of options for video chatting, games, and joint video streaming services, the possibilities for virtual dating are vast. But when you are so used to setting up dates for meeting someone in person, it may be difficult to change over to meeting someone virtually. It can be awkward trying to have a date through a screen when this is your first face to face interaction, but the transition can become easy if you’re following this guide.
- Dress to Impress
; Just because the date is through a screen, doesn’t mean you should look bad. Show your date that you care about their time and that you care about your appearance. By dressing to impress, you can show your date your style and show to them that you value the date by putting time and energy into investing in your wardrobe.
2. Have an icebreaker
; Similar to the first meeting with a boss or at a school, have an icebreaker handy to ease the tension and awkwardness is imperative. It’s easier to break the ice in an in-person meeting, but virtually, having one in the tuck, can make the awkwardness dissipate fairly quickly. It puts you and your date at ease and allows for you to stop worrying and get into the full flow of continuing the date.
3. Maintain eye contact and read facial expressions
; With most video chats only capturing the chest level of a person’s full body, being able to read body language isn’t a viable option when on a virtual date. However, maintaining eye contact and seeing their facial expressions is important. You want to show your date that you are interested and actively listening to them and that begins with looking at their eyes when they speak.
4. Pick an aesthetically pleasing background.
; Besides speaking and displaying your wardrobe, there is another way to show off your personality to your date while chatting virtually. Your background can tell a lot about you. It can give glimpses into your humour, the type of place you live in, what your interest are (if you have posters, books, video games over your shoulders), and your favourite section of your place.
5. Liquid courage
; Just like the first date at a restaurant or a bar, some liquid courage helps out to calm your nerves and makes it easier to loosen up in an uncomfortable setting. Having a drink while on your virtual date can give you and your date talking points but also give you a more carefree approach, with the liquor allowing you to be less inhibited.
Dating is already hard in the real world, so naturally, with restrictions on being outside, it’ll make it all the more difficult. But with more people being on dating apps during this time because of boredom or looking for someone to keep their attention, finding alternate ways to date is vital. Following these guidelines on how to make your first virtual dates smooth and comfortable should be helpful and make them a success. Now go out there and find your date and try these tips.
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