The courtship period in a relationship can be exciting and, at the same time, pretty nerve-wracking. It is always the initial impression of the first few weeks that decides whether you connect with the person or not. Some people commit several mistakes while creating their first impression. According to dating coach Talia, you can follow these tips to steer clear of mistakes during your courtship period.
1. Don’t judge too soon
Don’t try to make any sort of assumption about the other person, when you meet them initially. This may cause anxiety over something which isn’t true. Stay in the present and enjoy quality time with them.
2. Don’t rush into intimacy
Try to have emotional intimacy with the other person and understand them better before you think of having sex with them; otherwise, this will lead to unhealthy expectations in a relationship at an early stage.
3. Playing detective
Don’t try to doubt the other person’s intentions during the initial stage of dating. Instead, listen to their opinions, and respect them.
4. Justifying red flags
Never try to look past the red flags in any person; and if there is something wrong about them, contemplate seriously about it. Don’t ever accept them because you like some of their other qualities.
5. Expecting too much too soon
People should remember that they are meeting a stranger and not a life partner. They are not obliged to talk to you all the time, spend weekends with you, or commit to you right away.
6. Too much texting
Excessive texting can sabotage the relationship; deep conversations via texting during the courtship period should be avoided.
7. Playing texting games
Waiting for them to text first and knowingly not texting them, these childish acts are likely to give an impression to the other person that you are not interested in them at all.
8. Worrying if they like you
Don’t worry whether they like you or not; just show them your true self and rest, leave it up to destiny.
9. Going into a first date thinking about ‘the one’
Don’t go into your first date with any fixed ideas in mind. They may not be the perfect partner for you.
