I already told you this,
Time and time again,
All the personal stuff you’re telling your date
You should share only with your therapist or your friend.
 
First, be sure to ask her some thoughtful questions~
Convey what is good about you~
I’m sure you can think of some things
If you ponder, you’ll come up with a few.
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I don’t know who wrote that song, but it was probably a man.  How many times do I have to remind you guys?  Another woman lamented that she just met an attractive man but he started talking about sex.  That’s almost as big a turnoff to a woman as forcing yourself on her in any manner before she is ready.  It is also happening by phone, email, or text before people even meet.  The men are either talking about it or trying to do it.  His sex banter turned her off to ever getting to know him.  How unfortunate and unnecessary.
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Your date is not your therapist.  Period.  So why are you telling him or her your problems???  In therapy, you have to let it all hang out in order to get better.  But if you tell all to your date, you probably won't have a second date.

A first encounter is the time to put your best foot forward.  You have only a few seconds to make your best impression.  It’s a lot like a job interview. Each party is checking each other out.  And, much like a job interview, there may be a little tension while you both strive to determine whether you’ll be a good match and whether to strike up a relationship.

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Do you ever hand out your business card as a networking tool?  Your mobile # and email address are relatively safe, whether it’s a stranger or someone you’ve met through a friend or at work or at a professional event. If you have given out your number and you get rejected, the only thing that will be hurt is your pride.  But if something works out, you could hit the relationship jackpot!
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Thanksgiving:  Exude an Attitude of Gratitude to Attract a (Dude)

Thanksgiving is coming and what are most people thinking about?  Food and eating.  And, being with family and friends, having a day off, and shopping. 
 
Thanksgiving in America commemorates the pilgrims’ gratitude for receiving help from the Native Americans and giving thanks to God for a bountiful harvest.
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