First dates involve everything from wardrobe selection, venue research, and etiquette expectations, including traditional scripts such as who pays the bill.[i] True, you might have a second chance to make a first impression—in certain areas. Unfortunately, romantic suitability is usually not one of them. Unattractive qualities displayed through first date bad behavior disrupts bonding during a critical phase of preliminary relationship building. Here is how to avoid them.

Don’t Sabotage Beauty With Bad Behavior

A modern first date is not a blind date, as it does not involve laying eyes on a prospective partner. That is what the Internet is for. But in a setting where both parties expect the best behavior, actions speak louder than words. Make sure yours are appropriate, endearing, and attractive.

Arrive on Time. Appearances matter—literally. Don’t appear late for a first date. People prefer punctuality in today’s fast-paced world, and you save yourself unnecessary stress and pressure by factoring in traffic, weather, or........

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