Let's cut straight to the chase: Second dates don't get the attention they deserve.
Sandwiched between the thrilling first encounter, filled with butterflies and anticipation, and the third date, where things move into the realm of "this could be something special," it's the second date that moonlights as the perfect stepping stone - making it, you guessed it, absolutely crucial!
According to Ruchi Ruuh, a relationship counsellor based in New Delhi, the second date is a clear indicator that the first date was great enough to pursue each other further. "As there is less pressure to make a great first impression, it leaves room to be more authentic," she explains, "allowing you to explore the connection further and to talk about expectations from the relationship."
Toss a few keywords into the internet's search bar, and you'll be bombarded with a plethora of advice columns, podcasts, and videos on how to dazzle your date from the get-go. But what about a guide for Round 2? How does one navigate the nuanced terrain of emotions that accompanies this specific stage of courtship? Since second dates are all about delving deeper, Ruchi offers a suggestion: reflect on the little things you liked about your date from the initial encounter. Maybe they gallantly held the cab door for you, or sent an endearing 'I had an amazing time tonight' message upon reaching home.
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