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The Singles Scene ©

How to CRUSH that First – for your first date it’s far better to be overdressed rather yourself be passionate about the information you choose
9. Be Passionate. When your date asks you about
2. Your appearance is important. Dress to impress
Date! than underdressed. Remember we are putting our best foot to share. Be decisive in your answers, and don’t wallow
forward. Moreover, make sure your inner glow shines too! back and forth. However, avoid talking too much about
By: Kelly Leary, M.S., 3. Practice Kindness. The biggest turnoff is a person who yourself and don’t bring up past relationships...for as long
Founder of Revolution walks into a date, room, or party – with a negative attitude. It as humanly possible.
Dating is imperative that we all practice kindness in life, love, work, 10. Keep It Light and Be Positive. Also, please
“Do not anticipate and play – single or not. Speak positive words. Eliminate eliminate ALL talk of medical conditions, politics, and
trouble or worry about what ANY preconceived notions and ideas you may have about religious ideas. Talk about your travels, your hobbies,
may never happen. Keep in your date. Be open minded. your favorite books or ANYTHING ELSE THAT IS
the sunlight.~~Benjamin 4. Play It Cool. Don’t go overboard on the compliments, LIGHT AND FUN. Don’t be so serious; very few
Franklin it’s hard to be attracted to a person who is practically drooling people want to sit through a detailed explanation of your
Summer is a great season over you. Perhaps that seems strange, and in a way it is difficulties at this stage.
for budding romance and flattering, but it makes you come across as too pushy. Don’t 11. Conduct Yourself With Dignity. When you find
commitments that stick for overdo it and don’t under do it! yourself attracted to a person, sometimes you can get
years to come. This July, 5. While on the date: No Texting. No exceptions. Leave carried away. If you want to talk for six hours, go for
we want you to leave your comfort zone and enjoy dating your phone in the car if you can. it. If you want to share another bottle of wine do it...but
again. It is possible. Most of all, don’t let FIRST DATE 6. Be Real. A first date is about being real and authentic. otherwise be aware that a first date is “a thing”. It’s a
PHOBIA freeze you up. We are here to help you over the No wacky outfits. No “over the top” jewelry or makeup. time to be the best version of you. Don’t screw it up.
hump. We want you on that first date, second date, third No dirty jokes. Mind your manners and be nice to the wait 12. Watch What You Say in Cyberspace. You’d
date--and ultimately TAKEN. staff! Be polite to those around and speak highly on life be surprised how transparent social media can be. So
When you do find someone interested in you and vice whenever possible...especially on a first date. Don’t take over if you decided to document your date on Facebook, it
versa, please follow these simple steps to land a second the conversation. There will be time to share your story but can be pretty easy for your date to find that post. Most
date. It’s easy to forget “first date etiquette” after a long wait...ok? importantly, this person may not want to be with someone
time-out (either due to the pandemic, a break-up or loss 7. Ask Questions on your date and listen. What’s your who posts every thought on social media.
of spouse). It doesn’t matter what your age is--just get date’s favorite topic of conversation? We all love to feel XOXO, Kelly
out there again and enjoy the romance that is bound to important and interesting. If you can make your date feel #GetDatingAgain #LoveLocal #LoveOffline #LoveIRL
follow with these simple steps! these things, chances are he/she will be more attracted to #SummerLove22 #TellYourFriends
1. You like each other. So, make that date right away! you. It’s human nature. Kelly Leary has 31 years in the dating industry and
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Don’t drag out the first date commitment with too many 8. Let Your Date Know You’re Having a Good Time! a Master’s Degree in Psychology. She’s been profiled
phone calls and time delays. You will seem fearful or If you’re having a good time, let it show. Smile. Laugh. A by The Palm Beach Post, PalmBeacher Magazine,
disinterested. Once made, be on time and don’t cancel well placed, “I’m having a great time” is good. We all want Stuart News, etc. Revolution Dating members are pre-
or reschedule. This is not a good way to start a first date. to be with people that we can make happy. Let him/her know screened including background checks. Professional
You don’t want to start your date with an apology. and thank them for it too. This eliminates guessing games! photos are taken by the staff. Revolution Dating is not
online dating or blind dating. In addition to providing
matchmaking services that make singles “UN-single”
Advertise in This Newspaper! through their exclusive club membership, Kelly also
provides feedback from your dates when appropriate.
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