So you’re off speed dating…? Well done, what a commitment! You might be feeling nervous and wondering what you should do and what you should avoid when speed dating, and maybe getting yourself all worked up, but there’s no need. Speed dating should be a fun evening, just bear in mind a couple of pointers.

Here’s some guidance on what to do and what not to do when speed dating.

• Do go with a friend. You can be apprehensive in the cab together and share stories on your way home.
• Don’t tell many people you’re going speed dating; they’ll all want to know how it was after and, if it was crap, you’ll find yourself retelling the same story over and over, each time shining a more depressing light on it. And you’ll resent going more than you already did.
• Don’t get drunk!
• Do have low expectations – that way, anything better is a bonus!
• At the same time: Do be positive. No one likes a Moaning Myrtle.
• Don’t go home with someone. This is meant to be speed-dating not speed-shagging.
• Do make notes about your date when you’ve finished. It’s difficult to distinguish between Tom, Dick and Harry when you’ve only had 5 minutes with each person and the whole evening becomes a blur.
• Don’t lose your matches sheet! You definitely won’t remember the difference between Tom, Dick and Harry the next day.
• Do go. It’s another experience.

If I’ve missed any do’s and don’ts, let me know in the comments!

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