A first date is never welcomed without tons of apprehensions and preparations. Though preparation is associated with any kind of date, for first date it's special. You take some extra care, as it would be the first such experience for you.

First date has the typical quality to make you nervous. It could be due the apprehensions about the fact, whether your date would be up to your expectations or not. Or the fear could simply be about doing anything, or saying anything, wrong.

It's always best to clear your mind from the cobweb of apprehension and to keep your expectations in control.

Before going for your first date, you must always remember that it's your first date and not the last. It's not a matter of life and death. If it doesn't go well, life wouldn't come to an end. There would be several other opportunities in the future.

"Be yourself" is the true mantra of doing well in your first date. When you are yourself, you are least likely to make mistakes. Moreover it's difficult pretending to be someone else for a long time. You would only torture yourself if you pretend to be calm and quite when you are very outspoken and agile.

Wear something that always suits you. Don't go for some extra ordinary clothes, jewelery or make up, just for the occasion. You might have disastrous results.

Take deep breath and relax before reaching your meeting point. You shouldn't let your date know that you are nervous, even though your heart almost beats audibly.

A smile sets things smooth. So make it your best defense. Smile when you meet. Smile every now and then when you are discussing things casually. But do not overdo.

A sense of humor comes handy when you are with strangers. If your flip side comes into attention, crack joke on it instead of been taken aback.

Don't play practical jokes on your first date. It would create a bad impression if your date doesn't appreciate practical jokes.

Start your conversation on easy topics such as books, music, movies, current affairs and other interests. Don't tread upon controversial issues which can create a difference of opinion and can ultimately create a rift on your very first date.

Avoid, talking about sensitive issues, or discussing your personal problems with your date. It could be aversive and can create discomfort on both the sides. Don't press your date to give in secrets if you get a whiff of it. Let it pass lightly.

Avoid getting intimate on the first date itself. If you like each other, you can arrange many more dates with the person and get to know each other well. You can also go further into the relationship and end up with a wedlock. But first date is too early to discuss such prospects.

If the date didn't turn up well, you are at the liberty to choose more people whom you could like, and have many more gratifying dating experience.