Coffee & ConversationSip, Relax, TalkCoffee and conversation is a time tested date idea that still works. I personally think going out for coffee or tea can be a fun and romantic date idea. It works well with someone you know or someone you have seen before and are getting to know. If you're on a date there isn't much else you can do when sitting there sipping a cappuccino besides talk or watch the world go by. If you know someone already and if you enjoy people watching the silences won't be awkward. If you're getting to know someone, sitting for coffee or tea can usually involve sharing ideas, thoughts, and perspectives. Some common topics are love, family, relationships, politics, religion, current events, etc. Something Better to Talk About My Dating Conversation page has some great ideas you can use.  My ideas on the first couple dates involve having fun and seeing what kind of attraction there is between you. I am more likely to see someone again if there is a mutual attraction, which has little to do with our opinions on politics, religion, or world events, with a few exceptions. With this idea, if you get some nice weather you can sit outside and watch the world stroll by or talk about your favorite date ideas and start making a list. Coffee and Conversation So, what do you talk about while you're sitting there enjoying your coffee or tea? I have a list of topics that will keep you and your date on the right path. Read Dating Conversation, and don't forget these conversation tips:
Show your interest by asking follow up questions to the things your date is sharing with you. There is nothing wrong with silence, and it doesn't have to be awkward on a date. If you are uncomfortable about silences or unsure how your date feels about it, bring it up in conversation before it happens. I would say something like, "Some people get uncomfortable with the so-called awkward silences on a date, but I feel like it's sometimes okay to just sit and enjoy each others company. How do you feel about it?". This prompts your date to share their feelings and getting this out in the open now takes the awkwardness out of it in advance. That's called nipping it in the bud and/or facing your fears. No matter what you call it, when you get this topic out in the open it takes some of the pressure off when it happens, and it will happen, and that's okay. Did you find this information useful? Contact me with your questions, comments, and suggestions! Home < Inexpensive Dates < Coffee < You Are Here |
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February 14, 2012
